Recognitions A. Recognizing the United Middle School Maverettes Dance Team on being named National Champions at the National Dance Alliance (NDA) for their Pom routine this past March 5 - 10, 2015 in Orlando, Florida. B. Recognizing United South High School Boys Powerlifting Team, Rudy Flores, Carlos Sanchez and Jonathan Peña, for winning the Texas High School Powerlifting Association Championship held in Abilene, Texas on March 28, 2015 and Rudy Flores' invitation to represent the United States at the World Sub Junior Powerlifting Championships in Prague, Czech Republic. Communiqués A. Presentation by Council Member Roque Vela, Jr., on his recent trip to The Third Americas Competitiveness Exchange on Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference from April 19 - 24, 2015.
13. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit and Drilling Permit for Oil and/or Gas Extraction and Production for Hachar 5H Well on a 2.62 acre pad site out of a 6,132.06 acre tract known as the Hachar Lease, located East of F.M. 1472; providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the proposed Special Use Permit. District VII 14. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit and Drilling Permit for Oil and/or Gas Extraction and Production for Hachar 6H Well on a 2.62 acre pad site out of a 6,132.06 acre tract known as the Hachar Lease, located East of F.M. 1472; providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the proposed Special Use Permit. District VII
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit for a Restaurant Serving Alcohol, on Lot 1, Block 1, Northridge Commercial Plat, located at 8511 McPherson Road, Suites 101, 102 & 103; providing for publication and effective date. Staff does not support the SUP application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommends denial of the Special Use Permit. * The applicant is exercising his right to appeal to Council. District VI
Discussion with possible action to grant the Technical Review Board authority to request RFQ(s) and RFP(s) through the City of Laredo Purchasing Department for studies needed in the normal course of gathering information to analyze and make recommendations. All studies to be at no cost to the City and shall be privately funded prior to any contract being awarded.
Citizen comments Citizens are required to fill out a witness card and submit it to the City Secretary no later than 5:45 p.m. and identify themselves at the microphone. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No more than three (3) persons will be allowed to speak on any side of an issue. Should there be more than three (3) people who wish to speak on a particular issue, they need to select not more than three (3) representatives to speak for them and the presiding officer may limit the public comments further in the interest of an orderly meeting. Speakers may not pass their minutes to any other speaker. Comments should be relevant to City business and delivered in a professional manner. No derogatory remarks will be permitted.
APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Jose Gonzalez to the Airport Advisory Board. a. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Guillermo Cavazos, Jr., to the Board of Adjustment. b. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Berman Rivera to the Citizens Environmental Advisory Committee. c. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Scott Robert to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. d. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Carlos Mata to the Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee. e. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Enrique Manrique to the Drug and Alcohol Commission. f. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Enrique Manrique to the Drug and Alcohol Commission. g. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Allister Love to the Economic Development Advisory Committee. h. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Humberto Treviño, Jr., to the Ethics Commission. i. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Mark Gonzalez to the Historic District/Landmark Board. j. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Rosa Maria De Llano to the Library Advisory Committee. k. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Richard Geisler to the Para Transit Advisory Committee. l. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Mario Romo to the Parks & Recreation Board. m. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Juan Sebastian Mendive to the Planning & Zoning Commission. n. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Baldemar Garcia to the Charter Review Commission. o. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Edward Ochoa, P.E., to the Technical Review Board Ad Hoc Committee. p. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Valeria Vega to the Third Party Funding Advisory Committee. q. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Lucy Mejia to the Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee. r. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Amber Holmes and Elia Guevara to the Laredo Commission for Women.
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2015 Sports and Community Venue Fund Budget to appropriate $4,000,000.00 from the opening fund balance. The expenditure will fund the City’s share of a joint use project with United Independent School District for the New Aquatic Center.
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Recreation Fund FY 2015 Annual Budget by increasing revenues and expenditures by $250,000.00 to be used for the period of June through September of FY 2015 to cover operating losses associated with The Max Golf Course. Funding is available in the General Fund. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees)
3. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Water Availability Fund FY 2015 Annual Budget by increasing expenditures by appropriating $384,000.00 from the Water Availability Fund Balance to be used for the purchase of water rights. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) 4. Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City Of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 1,992.92 acres, more or less, located east of Unitec Industrial Park, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City Of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 83.4979 acres, more or less, located east of Cuatro Vientos Road and south of Wormser Road, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 29.435 acres, more or less, located south of Unitec Industrial Park and north of Union Pacific rail yard, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 7.753 acres, more or less, located south of Unitec Industrial Park and north of Union Pacific rail yard, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 9.457 acres, more or less, located, east of Loop 20 (Bob Bullock Loop) and north of El Ranchito Road (RR 6078A) providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of R-2 (Multi- Family Residential District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 1.47 acres as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located on the west side of Katiana Drive south of Alegria Street, from R-1 (Single-Family Residential District) to R-1A (Single-Family Reduced Area District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District I
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 2, Block 4, Larga Vista, located at 5604 State Highway 359, from B-1 (Limited Commercial District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District II
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 22.84 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located 1200 feet east of Loop 20 north of El Ranchito Road, from M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District V
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 5.37 acres as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located north of F.M. 1472 and west of Verde Road, from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District VII
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 224.48 acres as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located southwest of Beltway Parkway, from M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) to M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff does not support the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District VII
17. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease assignment from Adriana Martinez, as Lessee, to Mel-Mac Deck Investments LLC., as Assignee, of that original lease agreement approved by Ordinance No. 95-O-177 dated August 7, 1995 and amended by Ordinance No. 98-O-284 dated November 2, 1998 and lease assignment approved by Ordinance No. 2005-O-019 dated January 24, 2005 to Miguel A. Rojas as Lessee. Miguel A. Rojas lease assignment to Adriana Martinez, as Assignee, approved by Ordinance No. 2015-O-020 for approximately 16,291.44 square feet of land located at 1719 E. Hillside St. located at the Laredo International Airport. The current monthly rental is $1,410.46 and shall be adjusted by changes in CPI; all other term and conditions remain the same and in effect; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations Committee) 18. Repealing Ordinance No. 2015-O-051 dated April 20, 2015 for lease agreement with Trecon Investments Corporation, as Lessee, for Tract 2B out of Block No. 23 of the Laredo l Airport Plat and Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a lease agreement with Trecon Investments Corporation, as Lessee, for all of Lot No. 2 of Block No. 23 consisting of 166,851 sq. ft., known as Tracts 2A & 2B being Lot No. 2 Block 23, at the Laredo Airport Subdivision Plat. Lease term is for twenty (20) years commencing on June 1, 2015 plus, two (2) consecutive ten (10) year renewal options. Initial monthly rent shall be $5,978.00 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; and rent adjustments based on appraisals at each ten (10) year anniversary period; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations Committee) 19. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease with Texas Migrant Council for approximately 1.158 acres (50,442 square feet of land) located at 5102 North Bartlett Avenue on Tract 3 of Block 25 at the Laredo International Airport; Lease term is for five (5) years commencing on August 1, 2015, and ending on July 31, 2020; 1. Monthly rent shall be $3,030.00 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) 2. Monthly rent shall be $3,030.00 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees)
Authorizing the City Manager to convey an easement and right of way to AEP Texas Central Company located at, and to serve the Sombreretillo Waste Water Treatment Plant on Quivira Drive, one (1) conveyance over a tract of land containing 0.16 acres of land, more or less, out of a 32.24 acre tract, situated in Porcion 16, Abstract 46 as described in easement conveyance attached as Exhibit "A"; and providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations Committee)
21. 2015-O-056 Amending Article III, (WATER), Division 3 (RATES AND CHARGES) of Chapter 3 (UTILITIES) of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, specifically section 31-138, Meter Installation Fee for 5/8” X ¾” and ¾” X ¾” from $29.00 to $93.20, 1” from $29.00 to $94.53, 1 ½” from $100.00 to $404.74, 2” from $150.00 to $406.31, 3” from $200.00 to $836.29, 4” from $250.00 to actual costs, 6” from $300.00 to actual costs and adding the cost of an 8” for actual costs; the Cost of Meter Charge Inside City Limits (Does not include Water Availability Fees) from the current costs of 5/8” X ¾”, ¾” X ¾” for $29.00, 1” for $95.00, 1 ½” for $185.00, 2” for $225.00, 3” for $411.00, 4” for $850.00 to the following: for AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) Meters-5/8” X ¾” to $180.90, ¾” X ¾” to $206.20, 1” to $253.01, 1 ½” to $572.15, 2” to $1,031.24 (Fire Hydrant Turbine Meter), 2” to $1,324.91 (Compound Meter), 3” to $2,400.43, 4” to $2,991.24 and adding the cost of a 6” for $4,898.28 and an 8” for $6,882.46; for AMR (Automatic Meter Reading) Meters-5/8” X ¾” to $156.81, ¾” X ¾” to $182.11, 1” to $228.92, 1 ½” to $547.93, 2” to $856.54 (Fire Hydrant Turbine Meter), 2” to $1,278.10 (Compound Meter), 3” to $2,349.83, 4” to $2,940.73 and adding the cost of a 6” for $4,847.68 and an 8” for $6,831.86; Adding valve operating crew fees of $200.00, commercial deposits required for a 6” of $1,000.00 and an 8” for $1,200.00 and water availability connection charges for an 8” of $64,000.00, clarifying pipe specifications and deleting some fees. Providing for publication and an effective date. (The last increase for water meters was in 1992) 2015-O-057 Amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances Chapter 33, Environmental Protection, Article VIII, Plastic Checkout Bag Reduction, by clarifying that scope of place of commercial establishments where plastic check out bags may not be provided, and clarifying the prohibition of any manner of providing such check out bags. 2015-O-058 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease with All-Ways Group, LLC., for approximately 0.4717 acres (20,584.03 square feet) of land known as Lot No. 10, Block 1 at the Laredo International Airport. Lease term is for twenty (20) years commencing on June 1, 2015 and ending on May 31, 2035, and may be extended for one (1) consecutive ten (10) year term ending on May 31, 2045. Initial rental shall be $624.30 per month and shall be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index and further adjusted by Fair Market Value appraisal on the 10th and 20th anniversaries. Lessor waives Lessee’s rental obligation for the initial six (6) months commencing June 1, 2015 and ending on November 30, 2015 of the term of this lease; providing for an effective date. 2015-O-059 Designating as a One-Way Southbound the 1400 and 1500 block of Davis Ave., between Garcia Street on the North and Coke Street on the South; during the peak school hours of 7:15 A.M. to 8:15 A.M. and 2:30 P.M. to 4:15 P.M., Monday thru Friday, during school days, providing for the installation of appropriate signs to indicate one-way traffic at Christopher M. Macdonell Elementary School, and providing for publication and effective date. 2015-O-060 Amending Chapter 19, Motor Vehicle and Traffic Article VIII, Stopping, Standing or Parking of the Code of Ordinances, City of Laredo: specifically adding section 19-364 (16) which establishes the North side of the 300 and 400 Block of Crossroads Street, between Rio Fuerte Lane and Grand Central Blvd., as a "No Parking Anytime/Tow-Away Zone", providing for severability, effective date and publication.
22. 2015-R-39 Accepting the conveyance of the following 15 foot Utility and Utility Access Easement, for the right to construct, reconstruct, repair and perpetually maintain water line improvements for the construction of an 8" diameter water line from: Gaytan Properties, Ltd. By: Ernesto Gaytan - General Partner - Utility easement as follows: A 0.2118 Acre Tract of Land out of Lot Eight (8), Block One (1), N.D. Hachar Industrial Park Unit 1, a copy of which conveyance is attached as Exhibit A: And directing that said Easement be filed of record in official property records of Webb County, Texas. (Approved by Operations Committee) 23. 2015-R-40 Amending Resolution No. 2015-R-09 by adding one (1) additional Memorandum of Understanding to the list of Cooperative Working Agreements/Mutual Assistance Agreements/Memorandums of Understanding between the City of Laredo Police Department and various federal, state and local agencies, including but not limited to: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), SCAN, et al., a comprehensive list is attached hereto as “Exhibit A”. The Police Department’s participation is part of the community service provided to our citizens, with no cost to the City of Laredo. (Approved by Operations Committee) 24. 2015-R-41 Authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into contract with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in the amount of $27,642.00 to support specific local public health preparedness planning and operational readiness for potential response to disease control of Ebola virus disease and other infectious problems for the term from May 15, 2015 through September 30, 2016.
25. Authorizing the Laredo Convention and Visitors Bureau Department to place temporary promotional banners for the Laredo International Sister Cities Festival scheduled for July 24-26, 2015. The banners will be installed at the intersections of Springfield and Hillside Roads; Calton and Yeary Roads; Del Mar Blvd. and McPherson Ave. from June 12, 2015, or sooner if installation is feasible, through the end of the Festival on July 26, 2015. (Approved by Operations Committee) 26. Consideration to allow City Manager to accept full assignment, responsibility and transfer of the Master Lease Agreements, Schedules with lenders Agricredit Acceptance LLC., Johnston, IA ($102,937.05) and John Deere Financial ($86,435.02) to assume all obligations of former Borrower, Foresight Laredo Golf LLC., for the equipment being supplied by Club Car National Account and John Deere for the Max Mandel Golf Course Operations. Combined total amount for these leases is $189,372.07. This transfer will assist in making the smooth transition to the new management firm once an agreement is in place. Funding for these leases is available in the Max Mandel Golf Course Operation Fund. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees - amounts revised) 27. Consideration to rescind contract FY14-089 currently awarded to Buffalo Materials, Laredo, Texas for the purchase of 3/8” pea gravel for the Utilities and Public Works Departments. Buffalo Materials submitted a unit price increase of three dollars ($3.00) which was deemed unacceptable by the Departments. New formal bid solicitation has been initiated and motion to award new contract should follow at the next council meeting. (Approved by Operations Committee) 28. Approving monthly adjustments to the tax roll. The amounts to be adjusted for the month of April 2015, represent a decrease of $36,809.20. These adjustments are determined by the Webb County Appraisal District and by court orders.
29. Consideration for approval to award a construction contract to the lowest bidder, ALC Construction, Inc., Laredo, Texas, in the amount of $141,502.50 for the CDBG Dryden Park Soccer Field Improvements Project located at 2700 Diaz Street. Construction contract time is eighty (80) working days. Funding is available in the CDBG 39th Action Year Grant. 32. Consideration to award contract number FY15-032 to sole bidder, Power Car Wash, Laredo, Texas in the estimated annual amount of $40,000.00 to furnish car wash services for the City’s automotive fleet. The term of this contract will be for a period of twelve (12) months, with an option to extend for six (6) additional twelve (12) month periods upon mutual agreement. All services will be secured on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Fleet Department Fund and various City departments. 33. Consideration to award contract FY15-030 to the sole bidder, HD Supply Waterworks, San Antonio, Texas in an amount up to $1,395,114.27 for the purchase of AMR/AMI water meters, meter kits (register/endpoint/antenna) and Unitizing Measuring Elements (UME's) for the Utilities Department. All meters meet NSF Standard 61 Certification and NSF 61 Annex F and G (lead requirements). All meters and meter kits will be ordered on an as needed basis.The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year beginning as of the date of its execution. Funding is available in the Utilities Department Fund.
Consideration to award a contract to Leyendecker Construction Inc., Laredo, Texas, for the Design/Build Services for the New Aquatic Center for United Independent School District and City of Laredo, Texas; and to authorize the City Manager to execute all related contract documents once a contract amount and contract time are negotiated. Funding not to exceed $4,000,000.00 for this project will come from the Capital Improvements Fund, pending approval of appropriations from the Sports and Community Venue Fund.
Consideration to award contract number FY15-021 to Landscapes Unlimited, Lincoln, Nebraska, in an amount not to exceed $196,000.00, for a twenty-eight (28) month period to manage the every day operations of the Max Mandel Municipal Golf Course. This two (2) year contract can be extended three (3) additional two (2) year periods upon approval by City Council. Funding is available in the Recreation Funds Budget.
GENERAL COUNCIL DISCUSSIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 34. A. Request by Mayor Pete Saenz 1. Status report by the TxDOT, Laredo District Office, on the Loop 20 Widening Project and the 50% right-of-way schematic.
Consideration to award a contract to Leyendecker Construction Inc., Laredo, Texas, for the Design/Build Services for the New Aquatic Center for United Independent School District and City of Laredo, Texas; and to authorize the City Manager to execute all related contract documents once a contract amount and contract time are negotiated. Funding not to exceed $4,000,000.00 for this project will come from the Capital Improvements Fund, pending approval of appropriations from the Sports and Community Venue Fund.
Discussion on the TxDOT transfer of San Bernardo and Convent Avenues to the City of Laredo.
Discussion with possible action regarding the responsibility of pet owners to safeguard their dogs, and the consequences of actions taken by citizens in using deadly force against dogs in local neighborhoods.
Discussion with possible action on the regulations and issuance of permits for bucket brigades and street collection drives throughout the City of Laredo and limiting the issuance of these permits to registered non-profit organizations.
Discussion with possible action on the regulations of roadside vendors trespassing on abandoned or vacant commercial spaces to establish their businesses without proper licensing and permits.
Discussion with possible action on the enforcement of garage sales in the City of Laredo by the Building Development Services Department.
Report on the amount of money spent by the City of Laredo on outside counsel in the past year.
Status report on the donation from TxDOT on the four (4) blocks along IH-35 between Mile Marker 1 and Bridge II along San Dario and Santa Ursula Avenues, with possible action.
Request for City Council approval of payment of subcontractors’ outstanding invoices for services and materials rendered, had and received in the total amount of $162,682.31, on the completion of the Laredo South Library Branch project, and any matters related thereto. Funding is available in the Capital Improvement Fund.
Presentation on summer programs that will be hosted by the Parks and Leisure Services Department.
XVI. RECESS AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD 41. 2015-RT-02 Authorizing the City Manager to accept and execute the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Section 5317, New Freedom Grant Agreement No. 5122XXF7078 in the amount of $156,590.00 with a local match of $39,148.00 for a grant total of $195,738.00 for the purchase of three (3) ADA El Lift Paratransit vans and preventive maintenance for the Bus Terminal Project previously awarded through the New Freedom Program. The grant amount represents a balance of New Freedom Funds originally awarded on November 5, 2012. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) 42. Consideration to award a contract for the purchase of three (3) ADA Paratransit Vehicles for the El Lift Department in the amount of $173,856.00 utilizing the TXSMARTBUY Cooperative Contract Pricing with Creative Bus Sales from Irving, Texas. Funding is available in the Texas Department of Transportation Section 5317 New Freedom Grant. (Contingent upon approval of Resolution No. 2015-RT-02) (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) XVII. ADJOURN AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD AND RECONVENE AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND ADJOURN
May 18, 2015 City Council
Recognitions A. Recognizing the United Middle School Maverettes Dance Team on being named National Champions at the National Dance Alliance (NDA) for their Pom routine this past March 5 - 10, 2015 in Orlando, Florida. B. Recognizing United South High School Boys Powerlifting Team, Rudy Flores, Carlos Sanchez and Jonathan Peña, for winning the Texas High School Powerlifting Association Championship held in Abilene, Texas on March 28, 2015 and Rudy Flores' invitation to represent the United States at the World Sub Junior Powerlifting Championships in Prague, Czech Republic. Communiqués A. Presentation by Council Member Roque Vela, Jr., on his recent trip to The Third Americas Competitiveness Exchange on Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conference from April 19 - 24, 2015.
13. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit and Drilling Permit for Oil and/or Gas Extraction and Production for Hachar 5H Well on a 2.62 acre pad site out of a 6,132.06 acre tract known as the Hachar Lease, located East of F.M. 1472; providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the proposed Special Use Permit. District VII 14. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit and Drilling Permit for Oil and/or Gas Extraction and Production for Hachar 6H Well on a 2.62 acre pad site out of a 6,132.06 acre tract known as the Hachar Lease, located East of F.M. 1472; providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the proposed Special Use Permit. District VII
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit for a Restaurant Serving Alcohol, on Lot 1, Block 1, Northridge Commercial Plat, located at 8511 McPherson Road, Suites 101, 102 & 103; providing for publication and effective date. Staff does not support the SUP application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommends denial of the Special Use Permit. * The applicant is exercising his right to appeal to Council. District VI
Discussion with possible action to grant the Technical Review Board authority to request RFQ(s) and RFP(s) through the City of Laredo Purchasing Department for studies needed in the normal course of gathering information to analyze and make recommendations. All studies to be at no cost to the City and shall be privately funded prior to any contract being awarded.
Citizen comments Citizens are required to fill out a witness card and submit it to the City Secretary no later than 5:45 p.m. and identify themselves at the microphone. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No more than three (3) persons will be allowed to speak on any side of an issue. Should there be more than three (3) people who wish to speak on a particular issue, they need to select not more than three (3) representatives to speak for them and the presiding officer may limit the public comments further in the interest of an orderly meeting. Speakers may not pass their minutes to any other speaker. Comments should be relevant to City business and delivered in a professional manner. No derogatory remarks will be permitted.
APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Jose Gonzalez to the Airport Advisory Board. a. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Guillermo Cavazos, Jr., to the Board of Adjustment. b. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Berman Rivera to the Citizens Environmental Advisory Committee. c. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Scott Robert to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. d. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Carlos Mata to the Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee. e. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Enrique Manrique to the Drug and Alcohol Commission. f. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Enrique Manrique to the Drug and Alcohol Commission. g. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Allister Love to the Economic Development Advisory Committee. h. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Humberto Treviño, Jr., to the Ethics Commission. i. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Mark Gonzalez to the Historic District/Landmark Board. j. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Rosa Maria De Llano to the Library Advisory Committee. k. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Richard Geisler to the Para Transit Advisory Committee. l. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Mario Romo to the Parks & Recreation Board. m. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Juan Sebastian Mendive to the Planning & Zoning Commission. n. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Baldemar Garcia to the Charter Review Commission. o. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Edward Ochoa, P.E., to the Technical Review Board Ad Hoc Committee. p. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Valeria Vega to the Third Party Funding Advisory Committee. q. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Lucy Mejia to the Transportation & Traffic Safety Advisory Committee. r. Appointment by Council Member George Altgelt of Amber Holmes and Elia Guevara to the Laredo Commission for Women.
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Fiscal Year 2015 Sports and Community Venue Fund Budget to appropriate $4,000,000.00 from the opening fund balance. The expenditure will fund the City’s share of a joint use project with United Independent School District for the New Aquatic Center.
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Recreation Fund FY 2015 Annual Budget by increasing revenues and expenditures by $250,000.00 to be used for the period of June through September of FY 2015 to cover operating losses associated with The Max Golf Course. Funding is available in the General Fund. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees)
3. Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the City of Laredo Water Availability Fund FY 2015 Annual Budget by increasing expenditures by appropriating $384,000.00 from the Water Availability Fund Balance to be used for the purchase of water rights. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) 4. Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City Of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 1,992.92 acres, more or less, located east of Unitec Industrial Park, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City Of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 83.4979 acres, more or less, located east of Cuatro Vientos Road and south of Wormser Road, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 29.435 acres, more or less, located south of Unitec Industrial Park and north of Union Pacific rail yard, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 7.753 acres, more or less, located south of Unitec Industrial Park and north of Union Pacific rail yard, providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo, annexing additional territory of 9.457 acres, more or less, located, east of Loop 20 (Bob Bullock Loop) and north of El Ranchito Road (RR 6078A) providing for the effective date of the ordinance, authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory, and establishing the initial zoning of R-2 (Multi- Family Residential District).
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 1.47 acres as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located on the west side of Katiana Drive south of Alegria Street, from R-1 (Single-Family Residential District) to R-1A (Single-Family Reduced Area District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District I
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 2, Block 4, Larga Vista, located at 5604 State Highway 359, from B-1 (Limited Commercial District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District II
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 22.84 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located 1200 feet east of Loop 20 north of El Ranchito Road, from M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District V
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 5.37 acres as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located north of F.M. 1472 and west of Verde Road, from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff is in support of the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District VII
Public hearing and introductory ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning 224.48 acres as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit “A”, located southwest of Beltway Parkway, from M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) to M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff does not support the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the zone change. District VII
17. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease assignment from Adriana Martinez, as Lessee, to Mel-Mac Deck Investments LLC., as Assignee, of that original lease agreement approved by Ordinance No. 95-O-177 dated August 7, 1995 and amended by Ordinance No. 98-O-284 dated November 2, 1998 and lease assignment approved by Ordinance No. 2005-O-019 dated January 24, 2005 to Miguel A. Rojas as Lessee. Miguel A. Rojas lease assignment to Adriana Martinez, as Assignee, approved by Ordinance No. 2015-O-020 for approximately 16,291.44 square feet of land located at 1719 E. Hillside St. located at the Laredo International Airport. The current monthly rental is $1,410.46 and shall be adjusted by changes in CPI; all other term and conditions remain the same and in effect; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations Committee) 18. Repealing Ordinance No. 2015-O-051 dated April 20, 2015 for lease agreement with Trecon Investments Corporation, as Lessee, for Tract 2B out of Block No. 23 of the Laredo l Airport Plat and Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a lease agreement with Trecon Investments Corporation, as Lessee, for all of Lot No. 2 of Block No. 23 consisting of 166,851 sq. ft., known as Tracts 2A & 2B being Lot No. 2 Block 23, at the Laredo Airport Subdivision Plat. Lease term is for twenty (20) years commencing on June 1, 2015 plus, two (2) consecutive ten (10) year renewal options. Initial monthly rent shall be $5,978.00 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; and rent adjustments based on appraisals at each ten (10) year anniversary period; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations Committee) 19. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease with Texas Migrant Council for approximately 1.158 acres (50,442 square feet of land) located at 5102 North Bartlett Avenue on Tract 3 of Block 25 at the Laredo International Airport; Lease term is for five (5) years commencing on August 1, 2015, and ending on July 31, 2020; 1. Monthly rent shall be $3,030.00 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) 2. Monthly rent shall be $3,030.00 and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index; providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees)
Authorizing the City Manager to convey an easement and right of way to AEP Texas Central Company located at, and to serve the Sombreretillo Waste Water Treatment Plant on Quivira Drive, one (1) conveyance over a tract of land containing 0.16 acres of land, more or less, out of a 32.24 acre tract, situated in Porcion 16, Abstract 46 as described in easement conveyance attached as Exhibit "A"; and providing for an effective date. (Approved by Operations Committee)
21. 2015-O-056 Amending Article III, (WATER), Division 3 (RATES AND CHARGES) of Chapter 3 (UTILITIES) of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, specifically section 31-138, Meter Installation Fee for 5/8” X ¾” and ¾” X ¾” from $29.00 to $93.20, 1” from $29.00 to $94.53, 1 ½” from $100.00 to $404.74, 2” from $150.00 to $406.31, 3” from $200.00 to $836.29, 4” from $250.00 to actual costs, 6” from $300.00 to actual costs and adding the cost of an 8” for actual costs; the Cost of Meter Charge Inside City Limits (Does not include Water Availability Fees) from the current costs of 5/8” X ¾”, ¾” X ¾” for $29.00, 1” for $95.00, 1 ½” for $185.00, 2” for $225.00, 3” for $411.00, 4” for $850.00 to the following: for AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) Meters-5/8” X ¾” to $180.90, ¾” X ¾” to $206.20, 1” to $253.01, 1 ½” to $572.15, 2” to $1,031.24 (Fire Hydrant Turbine Meter), 2” to $1,324.91 (Compound Meter), 3” to $2,400.43, 4” to $2,991.24 and adding the cost of a 6” for $4,898.28 and an 8” for $6,882.46; for AMR (Automatic Meter Reading) Meters-5/8” X ¾” to $156.81, ¾” X ¾” to $182.11, 1” to $228.92, 1 ½” to $547.93, 2” to $856.54 (Fire Hydrant Turbine Meter), 2” to $1,278.10 (Compound Meter), 3” to $2,349.83, 4” to $2,940.73 and adding the cost of a 6” for $4,847.68 and an 8” for $6,831.86; Adding valve operating crew fees of $200.00, commercial deposits required for a 6” of $1,000.00 and an 8” for $1,200.00 and water availability connection charges for an 8” of $64,000.00, clarifying pipe specifications and deleting some fees. Providing for publication and an effective date. (The last increase for water meters was in 1992) 2015-O-057 Amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances Chapter 33, Environmental Protection, Article VIII, Plastic Checkout Bag Reduction, by clarifying that scope of place of commercial establishments where plastic check out bags may not be provided, and clarifying the prohibition of any manner of providing such check out bags. 2015-O-058 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease with All-Ways Group, LLC., for approximately 0.4717 acres (20,584.03 square feet) of land known as Lot No. 10, Block 1 at the Laredo International Airport. Lease term is for twenty (20) years commencing on June 1, 2015 and ending on May 31, 2035, and may be extended for one (1) consecutive ten (10) year term ending on May 31, 2045. Initial rental shall be $624.30 per month and shall be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index and further adjusted by Fair Market Value appraisal on the 10th and 20th anniversaries. Lessor waives Lessee’s rental obligation for the initial six (6) months commencing June 1, 2015 and ending on November 30, 2015 of the term of this lease; providing for an effective date. 2015-O-059 Designating as a One-Way Southbound the 1400 and 1500 block of Davis Ave., between Garcia Street on the North and Coke Street on the South; during the peak school hours of 7:15 A.M. to 8:15 A.M. and 2:30 P.M. to 4:15 P.M., Monday thru Friday, during school days, providing for the installation of appropriate signs to indicate one-way traffic at Christopher M. Macdonell Elementary School, and providing for publication and effective date. 2015-O-060 Amending Chapter 19, Motor Vehicle and Traffic Article VIII, Stopping, Standing or Parking of the Code of Ordinances, City of Laredo: specifically adding section 19-364 (16) which establishes the North side of the 300 and 400 Block of Crossroads Street, between Rio Fuerte Lane and Grand Central Blvd., as a "No Parking Anytime/Tow-Away Zone", providing for severability, effective date and publication.
22. 2015-R-39 Accepting the conveyance of the following 15 foot Utility and Utility Access Easement, for the right to construct, reconstruct, repair and perpetually maintain water line improvements for the construction of an 8" diameter water line from: Gaytan Properties, Ltd. By: Ernesto Gaytan - General Partner - Utility easement as follows: A 0.2118 Acre Tract of Land out of Lot Eight (8), Block One (1), N.D. Hachar Industrial Park Unit 1, a copy of which conveyance is attached as Exhibit A: And directing that said Easement be filed of record in official property records of Webb County, Texas. (Approved by Operations Committee) 23. 2015-R-40 Amending Resolution No. 2015-R-09 by adding one (1) additional Memorandum of Understanding to the list of Cooperative Working Agreements/Mutual Assistance Agreements/Memorandums of Understanding between the City of Laredo Police Department and various federal, state and local agencies, including but not limited to: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), SCAN, et al., a comprehensive list is attached hereto as “Exhibit A”. The Police Department’s participation is part of the community service provided to our citizens, with no cost to the City of Laredo. (Approved by Operations Committee) 24. 2015-R-41 Authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into contract with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in the amount of $27,642.00 to support specific local public health preparedness planning and operational readiness for potential response to disease control of Ebola virus disease and other infectious problems for the term from May 15, 2015 through September 30, 2016.
25. Authorizing the Laredo Convention and Visitors Bureau Department to place temporary promotional banners for the Laredo International Sister Cities Festival scheduled for July 24-26, 2015. The banners will be installed at the intersections of Springfield and Hillside Roads; Calton and Yeary Roads; Del Mar Blvd. and McPherson Ave. from June 12, 2015, or sooner if installation is feasible, through the end of the Festival on July 26, 2015. (Approved by Operations Committee) 26. Consideration to allow City Manager to accept full assignment, responsibility and transfer of the Master Lease Agreements, Schedules with lenders Agricredit Acceptance LLC., Johnston, IA ($102,937.05) and John Deere Financial ($86,435.02) to assume all obligations of former Borrower, Foresight Laredo Golf LLC., for the equipment being supplied by Club Car National Account and John Deere for the Max Mandel Golf Course Operations. Combined total amount for these leases is $189,372.07. This transfer will assist in making the smooth transition to the new management firm once an agreement is in place. Funding for these leases is available in the Max Mandel Golf Course Operation Fund. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees - amounts revised) 27. Consideration to rescind contract FY14-089 currently awarded to Buffalo Materials, Laredo, Texas for the purchase of 3/8” pea gravel for the Utilities and Public Works Departments. Buffalo Materials submitted a unit price increase of three dollars ($3.00) which was deemed unacceptable by the Departments. New formal bid solicitation has been initiated and motion to award new contract should follow at the next council meeting. (Approved by Operations Committee) 28. Approving monthly adjustments to the tax roll. The amounts to be adjusted for the month of April 2015, represent a decrease of $36,809.20. These adjustments are determined by the Webb County Appraisal District and by court orders.
29. Consideration for approval to award a construction contract to the lowest bidder, ALC Construction, Inc., Laredo, Texas, in the amount of $141,502.50 for the CDBG Dryden Park Soccer Field Improvements Project located at 2700 Diaz Street. Construction contract time is eighty (80) working days. Funding is available in the CDBG 39th Action Year Grant. 32. Consideration to award contract number FY15-032 to sole bidder, Power Car Wash, Laredo, Texas in the estimated annual amount of $40,000.00 to furnish car wash services for the City’s automotive fleet. The term of this contract will be for a period of twelve (12) months, with an option to extend for six (6) additional twelve (12) month periods upon mutual agreement. All services will be secured on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Fleet Department Fund and various City departments. 33. Consideration to award contract FY15-030 to the sole bidder, HD Supply Waterworks, San Antonio, Texas in an amount up to $1,395,114.27 for the purchase of AMR/AMI water meters, meter kits (register/endpoint/antenna) and Unitizing Measuring Elements (UME's) for the Utilities Department. All meters meet NSF Standard 61 Certification and NSF 61 Annex F and G (lead requirements). All meters and meter kits will be ordered on an as needed basis.The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year beginning as of the date of its execution. Funding is available in the Utilities Department Fund.
Consideration to award a contract to Leyendecker Construction Inc., Laredo, Texas, for the Design/Build Services for the New Aquatic Center for United Independent School District and City of Laredo, Texas; and to authorize the City Manager to execute all related contract documents once a contract amount and contract time are negotiated. Funding not to exceed $4,000,000.00 for this project will come from the Capital Improvements Fund, pending approval of appropriations from the Sports and Community Venue Fund.
Consideration to award contract number FY15-021 to Landscapes Unlimited, Lincoln, Nebraska, in an amount not to exceed $196,000.00, for a twenty-eight (28) month period to manage the every day operations of the Max Mandel Municipal Golf Course. This two (2) year contract can be extended three (3) additional two (2) year periods upon approval by City Council. Funding is available in the Recreation Funds Budget.
GENERAL COUNCIL DISCUSSIONS AND PRESENTATIONS 34. A. Request by Mayor Pete Saenz 1. Status report by the TxDOT, Laredo District Office, on the Loop 20 Widening Project and the 50% right-of-way schematic.
Consideration to award a contract to Leyendecker Construction Inc., Laredo, Texas, for the Design/Build Services for the New Aquatic Center for United Independent School District and City of Laredo, Texas; and to authorize the City Manager to execute all related contract documents once a contract amount and contract time are negotiated. Funding not to exceed $4,000,000.00 for this project will come from the Capital Improvements Fund, pending approval of appropriations from the Sports and Community Venue Fund.
Discussion on the TxDOT transfer of San Bernardo and Convent Avenues to the City of Laredo.
Discussion with possible action regarding the responsibility of pet owners to safeguard their dogs, and the consequences of actions taken by citizens in using deadly force against dogs in local neighborhoods.
Discussion with possible action on the regulations and issuance of permits for bucket brigades and street collection drives throughout the City of Laredo and limiting the issuance of these permits to registered non-profit organizations.
Discussion with possible action on the regulations of roadside vendors trespassing on abandoned or vacant commercial spaces to establish their businesses without proper licensing and permits.
Discussion with possible action on the enforcement of garage sales in the City of Laredo by the Building Development Services Department.
Report on the amount of money spent by the City of Laredo on outside counsel in the past year.
Status report on the donation from TxDOT on the four (4) blocks along IH-35 between Mile Marker 1 and Bridge II along San Dario and Santa Ursula Avenues, with possible action.
Request for City Council approval of payment of subcontractors’ outstanding invoices for services and materials rendered, had and received in the total amount of $162,682.31, on the completion of the Laredo South Library Branch project, and any matters related thereto. Funding is available in the Capital Improvement Fund.
Presentation on summer programs that will be hosted by the Parks and Leisure Services Department.
XVI. RECESS AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD 41. 2015-RT-02 Authorizing the City Manager to accept and execute the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), Section 5317, New Freedom Grant Agreement No. 5122XXF7078 in the amount of $156,590.00 with a local match of $39,148.00 for a grant total of $195,738.00 for the purchase of three (3) ADA El Lift Paratransit vans and preventive maintenance for the Bus Terminal Project previously awarded through the New Freedom Program. The grant amount represents a balance of New Freedom Funds originally awarded on November 5, 2012. (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) 42. Consideration to award a contract for the purchase of three (3) ADA Paratransit Vehicles for the El Lift Department in the amount of $173,856.00 utilizing the TXSMARTBUY Cooperative Contract Pricing with Creative Bus Sales from Irving, Texas. Funding is available in the Texas Department of Transportation Section 5317 New Freedom Grant. (Contingent upon approval of Resolution No. 2015-RT-02) (Approved by Operations & Finance Committees) XVII. ADJOURN AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD AND RECONVENE AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND ADJOURN