Recognizing Miss Teen Laredo Latina, Alma Gonzalez De La Cruz for using her platform to make a difference in our community, focusing on helping the youth, and the animals of the Laredo Animal Protective Society (LAPS).
Recognizing the Laredo's Heat Volleyball Academy Girls 12 and under team for all their hard work, dedication and accomplishments.
Citizen Comments (Part 1 of 2)
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.
COMMUNICATIONS Presentation by the 2019 Inner City Housing Summit Committee. Inviting the Laredo City Council and public to attend the 1st Annual Inner City Housing Summit that will be held on April 24, 2019.
Citizen Comments (Part 2 of 2)
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 1. Appointment by Council Member Dr. Marte A. Martinez of Stan Greene to the Historic District/Landmark Board. 2. Appointment by Council Member Dr. Marte Martinez of Tony Martinez to the Max Mandel Golf Course Committee. 3. Re-appointment by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. of Ana Saenz to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 4. Appointment by Mayor Pete Saenz of Magali Hernandez to the Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee. 5. Re-appointment by Mayor Pete Saenz of Efrain Sanchez to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 6. Re-appointment by Council Member Rudy Gonzalez, Jr. of Patty San Miguel to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 7. Appointment by Council Member Mercurio Martinez of Daniel Rigal to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 8. Appointment by Council Member Nelly Vielma of Alma Acevedo to the Economic Development Advisroy Committee. 9. Appointment by Council Member Nelly Vielma of Julian Tijerina to the Max Mandel Golf Course Committee.
Request by Mayor Pro-Tempore Roberto Balli Discussion with possible action to repurpose the current Convention & Visitors Bureau office for a downtown police substation to improve night patrol on weekends; and any matters incident thereto.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Fiesta Subdivision, located at 101 Alta Mar Dr., from B-3 (Community Business District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District); providing for publication and effective date. Planning and Zoning recommends approval of the proposed Zone Change and staff does not support the proposed application, but would consider a CUP for the proposed use. ZC-14-2019 District II
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by repealing Ordinance 2015-0-136 and authorizing the issuance of a Special Use Permit for a restaurant serving alcohol on Lot 1, Block 5, Del Mar Village Subdivision, located at 120 West Village Blvd., Suites 101-102 (one unit); providing for publication and effective date. Planning & Zoning recommended approval of the Special Use Permit, and staff supports the application. ZC-26-2019 District V
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing Co-Interim City Managers to amend the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Laredo Public Facility Corporation budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $24,367.00 in order to appropriate the Laredo Public Facility Corporation (LPFC) funds available from cash flow from La Terraza Apartments.
INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES 4. An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending sections 8.03, 8.05, and 9.02 of the Laredo Ethics Code, requiring the ethics compliance officer to oversee or provide training to city officials and employees on their responsibilities under the Laredo Ethics Code at least once a year; requiring current city officials and employees to complete yearly ethics training; providing for a cumulative clause; providing a severability clause; and establishing an effective date. 5. An Ordinance amending Chapter 19, Article VIII, Section 19-355, of the Laredo Code of Ordinances by adding subsection (b)(1), to establish an amnesty program for fines, fees and penalties on parking violations under certain terms and conditions; providing for a cumulative clause; providing a repealing clause; providing for severability; and declaring an effective date. 6. Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to execute a revocable license agreement for non-federal use of real property (GS-O?B-99283) between the City of Laredo and the United States General Services Administration (GSA) for the purpose of allowing the City of Laredo Bridge Department to install, maintain, and operate a High-Speed Weigh-in-Motion (HS-WIM) scale/sensor system to facilitate the issuance of permits by the City for oversize and overweight commercial vehicles departing the Port at World Trade Bridge, prior to exiting and gaining access to state and local roadways. The term of the license agreement is for five (5) years beginning on May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2024. 7. An Ordinance repealing Ordinance 2019-0-004, which authorized the acceptance of a donation from Riverhills Investment LLC, of a 18. 785 acre tract of land, more or less, situated in Porcion 35, Abstract 546, Jose M. Diaz, Original Grantee and Survey 2149, Abstract 594, R.H. Raines, Original Grantee, within the City Limits of the Laredo and Webb County, Texas, out and part of the New Santa Fe, LTD. (71.986 Acre) Tract I, recorded in Volume 4394, Pages 566-572 of the Webb County deed records in exchange for a Two Hundred Thousand Dollar ($200,000.00) credit toward future development fees applicable exclusively to the balance of the 71.989 acre tract referred to in plat records as the Riverhill South Subdivision, the City's agreement to take water run off from the balance of the 71.989 acre tract, and an agreement that the value of the 18. 785 acres in excess of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00) shall be considered a donation to the City; and declaring an effective date. Based on new appraisal information, Riverhills Investment LLC has decided to rescind the donation agreement.
8. 2019-0-041 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 8.8547 acres, as further described by Metes & Bounds on Exhibit A, located South of Soria Dr., and West of Ejide Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-1 MH (Single Family Manufactured Housing District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-21-2019 District I 9. 2019-0-042 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 4.24 acres, as further described by Metes & Bounds on Exhibit A, located East of US Hwy. 83 and South of Sierra Vista Blvd., from AG (Agricultural District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-22-2019 District I 10. 2019-0-044 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximate 1.27 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds on Exhibit A, located at, Southeast corner of Ejide Ave., and Wormser Rd., from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to B-1 (Limited Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-25-2019 District I 11. 2019-0-045 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 5, Block 2025, Eastern Division, located at 3220 Ross St., from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-24-2019 District II 12. 2019-0-046 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximate 77.71 acres out of Lot 1, Block 1, San Isidro Southwest Subdivision, Phase 11, located at 9819 San Dario Ave., from B-4 (Highway Commercial District) to R-1A (Single family Reduced Area District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-23-2019 District VI 13. 2019-0-047 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 40.6420 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds in Exhibit A, located South of FM 1472 Rd., and North of Vidal Cantu Rd., from AG (Agricultural District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District) (as amended); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-82-2018 District VII 14. 2019-0-048 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 1.6484 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds Exhibit A, located South of FM 1472 Rd.,(Mines Road) and West of Silver Mine Rd., from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-80-2018 District VII 15. 2019-0-049 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, Kimberly Plaza, located at 4800 McPherson Rd.,Suite B; providing for publication and effective date. ZC-20-2019 District V 16. 2019-0-050 Authorizing Co-Interim City Managers to amend the City of Laredo 2018-2019 Laredo Auto Theft Task Force Fund Budget by increasing revenues by $6,480.00, drawing down from fund balance $14,120.00 and increasing expenditures in the amount of $20,600.00, to appropriate program income for the period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. Program Income will be used to fund training and equipment for the Auto Theft Task Force to combat auto burglary and theft in the City of Laredo. Funding is available in the Auto Theft Task Force Fund. 17. 2019-0-051 An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Article II, Division 2, Sections 2-16(b) and adding a new Section 2-19 of the Code of Ordinances to establish the offices of Deputy City Manager and Assistant City Manager to oversee and coordinate the various functions and services of the city; providing for a cumulative clause; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. 18. 2019-0-052 An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 23, Parks and Leisure Services Department, providing for the renaming of Parks and Leisure Services to Parks and Recreation Department; allowing free membership to recreational facilities for persons ages sixty-two and older; allowing free membership to recreational facilities for veterans; providing for the renumbering of certain sections of Chapter 23; providing for rental fees for flag football, rugby, Freddy Benavides Sisters of Mercy Lazy River Pool and Water Slide Complex, and related use fees; providing that this ordinance shall be cumulative; containing a savings clause; containing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. (AS AMENDED} 19. 2019-0-053 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to convey an Easement and Right of Way to AEP TEXAS INC., a six (6) foot wide Easement lying wholly within a portion of 34.94 acres, more or less, within the boundaries of the former Laredo Air Force Base, partly in Survey 1020m Rafael Vidaurri, Original Grantee, Webb County, Texas; Said tract of land conveyed to Granter on deed Recorded in Document Number 58786, Volume 457, Page 73, Official Public Records of Webb County, Texas; More specifically, the strip of land covered by this Easement and Right of Way shall be six (6) feet in width, three (3) feet on each side of a centerline as described by on Exhibit "A", attached hereto, and providing for an effective date. 20. 2019-0-054 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to execute all necessary documents for the sale of a 2,276 square foot tract of land "Surface Only" for the appraised market value of $23,100.00. The adjacent land owner requested to purchase the subject tract to complete a residential development. The subject property is inaccessible; therefore, making it eligible to be sold to the only abutting land owner, Monaco Development, LLC. The subject tract of land is owned by the City of Laredo within the Manadas Creek area, as recorded in Volume 2262, Page 24 Official Records of Webb County, Texas, being generally described in attached Exhibit "A" and Exhibit "B". Funds will be deposited in the Environmental Services land sales proceeds account. 21. 2019-0-055 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to grant a License Agreement by and between The City of Laredo, Texas, a municipal corporation and VTX Communications, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company, dated February 4, 2019 for the use of one (1) innerduct in the Juarez Lincoln Bridge and 640 linear feet of right-of-way. 1. Term of the agreement shall be for five (5) years commencing at 12:00 am, February 4, 2019 and terminating at 12:00 pm February 3, 2024. 2. Annual duct fee shall be $32,577.89 and will increase by five percent (5%) every year the license is in place. In addition to the duct fee, Licensee shall pay a nine dollar and 78/100 ($9.78) linear foot right-of-way fee, and will increase by five percent (5%) every year. 22. 2019-0-056 Authorizing the Co- Interim City Managers to execute a First Amendment to Lease Agreement ("Lease") by an between the City of Laredo, a municipal corporation ("Landlord"), and T-Mobile West LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Tenant"), as successor in interest to Cook lnleWoicestream PCS, LLC., (''T-Mobile"), dated May 1, 2000 and attached hereto; to allow Landlord to modify Tenant's ground space at the Del Mar Elevated Water Storage Tank ("Water Tower"), as more fully depicted on the attached Exhibit A-1, for the installation of a generator and to increase Tenant's rent by $300.00 per month commencing on April 15, 2019 and shall thereafter increase in accordance with paragraph 3 (Rent) of the Lease; all other terms and conditions remain in full force and effect. 23. 2019-0-057 Authorizing the Co- Interim City Manager's to grant a License Agreement by and between The City of Laredo, Texas, a municipal corporation and Bestel USA, Inc., a Nevada Corporation, dated February 4, 2019 for the use of one (1) innerduct in the Juarez Lincoln Bridge and 566 linear feet of right-of-way. 1. Term of the agreement shall be for five (5) years commencing at 12:00 am, February 4, 2019 and terminating at 12:00 pm February 3, 2024. 2. Annual duct fee shall be $32,577.89 and will increase by five percent (5%) every year the license is in place. In addition to the duct fee, Licensee shall pay a nine dollar and 78/100 ($9. 78) linear foot right-of-way fee, and will increase by five percent (5%) every year. 24. 2019-0-058 Authorizing the Co- Interim City Managers to grant a License Agreement by and between The City of Laredo, Texas, a municipal corporation and Axtel, S.A. B de C.V., formerly known as Alestra S. de R.L. de C.V., a Mexican Corporation dated April 8, 2019 for the use of one (1) fiber/cable tray affixed beneath the Juarez Lincoln Bridge and 519 linear feet of right-of-way. 1. Term of the agreement shall be for five (5) years commencing at 12:00 am, April 8, 2019 and terminating at 12:00 pm April 7, 2024. 2. Annual fee shall be $27,691. 21 and will increase by five percent (5%) every year the license is in place. In addition to the fee, Licensee shall pay a nine dollar and 76/100 ($9.76) linear foot right-of-way fee, and will increase by five percent (5%) every year.
All of the following items may be acted upon by one motion. No separate discussion or action on any of the items is necessary unless desired by a Council Member. XI (a) RESOLUTIONS 25. 2019-R-34 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of Laredo and O'Reilly Auto Enterprises, LLC for a proposed project located at 4001 San Bernardo Ave, lot 1-8; block 1017; western division that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ). This agreement will be for a ten (10) year period and will abate taxes on new improvements for the purpose of economic development. The project has an estimated capital investment total of $750,000.00, estimated annual tax abatement total of $4,755.00 and estimated total fee waivers of $10,115.00. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information. 26. 2019-R-35 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver between the City of Laredo and UISD for a proposed project located at 5208 Santa Claudia, lot 1; block 1; 4.195 acre tract A & B that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ). The project has an estimated capital investment total of $17,225,520.00, and estimated total fee waivers of $30,209.50. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information. 27. 2018-R-41 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to submit a grant application in the amount of $500,000.00 to the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for the purpose of funding the 2020 Local Border Security Program (LBSP). This grant does not require matching funds. Funding will be used to pay for overtime to increase patrol security along the Texas-Mexico border. 28. 2019-R-42 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to accept a grant from K9s4COPs to receive a police service dog to be trained and used by the Laredo Police Department for law enforcement purposes. The police service dog is grant funded and will be at no cost to the City of Laredo Police Department.
(b) MOTIONS 29. Authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 in the amount of $54,400.00 with LNV, Inc. of Laredo, Texas, to design sludge Drying Bed at Unitec Wastewater Treatment Plant acting as baffle/holding capacity for dry sludge in cases of wet weathers when local landfills not able to receive the dry sludge. The total contract sum including this amendment is at $727,030.00. Funding is available in the 2011 Sewer Revenue Bonds. 30. Consideration to award contract FY19-047 Manadas Creek Maintenance to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Nick Benavides, Oilton,Texas, in the annual amount of $125,888.00. This is a service contract to provide mowing and maintenance to the Manadas Creek and quarterly Manadas West excavation. The term of this contract shall be for a one (1) year with the option to extend this contract for three (3) additional one (1) year periods, upon mutual agreement and performance approval by the City. Funding is available in the Environmental Services Department budget. 31. Consideration to end contract negotiations with LNV Inc., Laredo, TX for contract FY18-048 and authorizing the re-solicitation (rebid) of this project with a revised scope. After a thorough negotiation process, City and LNV staff could not reach a mutually acceptable fee for this project. Funding is available in the Bridge Construction Fund. 33. Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to amend the City of Laredo's 2018 One Year Action Plan for the purpose of reprogramming Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds totaling $156,847.00. It is proposed that the reprogrammed funds be utilized for the following projects: supplemental funding for the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program ($136,847.00) and the creation of a new project "K. Tarver Recreation Center Improvements" ($20,000.00). It is further proposed that the projects be provided funding through the use of an activity balance and two canceled activities listed below: 44th Action Year (Canceled Activity) Eastwoods Neighborhood Park Improvements $20,000.00 42nd Action Year (Fund Balance) Demolition of Substandard Structures $111,847.00 37th Action Year (Canceled Activity) Downtown Facade Restoration Program $25,000.00 TOTAL $156,847.00 34. Consideration to renew contract FY 17-028 to Hector Cabello Wrecker Services, Laredo, TX in the annual amount of $70,000.00 for Non-Police City owned Vehicles Towing Services. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year and contract can be extended three (3) additional one year periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. This is the second of three extension period. All services will be secured on an as needed basis. Funding for this contract is available in the Fleet Department's budget. 35. Consideration to award contract FY19-036 to lowest bidder RCC Roofing and Construction, Laredo, Texas in the amount of $101,401.00 for the complete renovation to 3005 E. Montgomery St., Laredo, TX. 78043. The project consists of remodeling and construction to include all insurance, payment bond, labor, materials, and related appurtenances as per bid specifications. The estimated time for completion of this project is 120 working days. Funding is available in the Noise Abatement Fund. 36. Consideration to renew supply Contract FY18-045 to the low bidder, Century Asphalt, Houston, Texas in an amount up to $100,000.00 for the purchase of tack coat emulsified asphalt oil used for street paving projects. All materials are purchased on an as needed basis utilizing the construction project budgets. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the first of two extension periods. Funding is available in the Public Works Department construction project budget. 37. Requesting authorization to waive and refund $41.88 in penalties and interest on the property tax account listed below in accordance with Section 33.011 (a) of the Property Tax Code. An act or omission on behalf of the Webb County Appraisal District resulted in the taxpayer's failure to pay the tax before delinquency. The account is as follows: C & B Holdings, LLC, Tax Account #932-11001-020. 38. Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to approve Change Order No. 1 to Summit Building & Design, Laredo,Texas in the amount of $79,765.24 with an additional 30 calendar days to the contract for the Utilities Department Administration Building Expansion Project. The additional work is to install new HVAC equipment in the Utilities Warehouse building. The new total contract amount will be $1,139,765. 24 including the change order, and the new total contract completion period is 210 calendar days. Funding is available in the 2017 Sewer Revenue Bond. The original contract amount was $1,060,000.00. 39. Consideration to approve a second amendment to a professional services contract with Willdan Financial Services. The second amendment will increase the contract amount by $24,500.00. As part of this amendment, Willdan Financial Services will update its previously developed water and wastewater cost of service forecast model for the period of Fiscal Year 2019 through Fiscal Year 2028. Including this second amendment, the total contract amount with Willdan will total $95,200.00. Funding is available in the 2013 Water Revenue Bond.
Consideration to award contract FY19-043 to the sole respondent, STX Venue Management LLC., Laredo, TX for the Sports Management Services at UniTrade Stadium and authorizing Co-Interim City Managers to negotiate the terms of the professional services contract, including contract amount, contract period, and possible extensions. Funding is available in the Sports & Community Venue Uni-Trade Operations Fund.
Discussion with possible action on ongoing audits and/or irregularities identified by the Internal Auditor including the potential assignment of other and/or additional auditing duties; and any other matters incident thereto.
Presentation regarding Springfield Ave. extension including property acquisition, engineering design, estimated construction cost, project funding and any other matters incident thereto with possible action.
Status Report on the Boulevard of the Americas Master Plan and Design; and any matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Mayor Pro-Tempore Roberto Balli)
Discussion and possible action to have entities and individuals warned and cited regarding the over watering; and any matters incident thereto.
Discussion and possible action to require all city departments to implement an asset management program to track time, labor, parts and equipment; and any matters incident thereto.
Discussion and possible action to direct staff to assess how the City of Laredo progress and the implementation of the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan; and any matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to instruct Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to evaluate outdoor exercise equipment in District I and provide proposals for possible replacements as needed. City Council District I Priority Funds will be used for this project.
Discussion with possible action to instruct Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to provide a proposal for a soft surface rubber track around the Geraldine Agredano Memorial Park.
Discussion with possible action to instruct Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to determine the possibility of creating a position under the Parks & Leisure Department to assist and coordinate special needs programs.
Discussion with possible action to instruct the Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to install (1) speed hump on the 3100 block of Mier St., between N. India Ave and N. Smith Ave., under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed humps, instead of a speed cushion, which is currently required under the current policy, and any other matters incident thereto. City Council District II Priority Funds will be used for this project. Total cost is $2,500.00.
Discussion with possible action to propose and evaluate a beautification plan to include grass and trees maintained by the City of Laredo at the City's Cemetery; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr.)
Discussion with possible action to establish and define the City of Laredo's Annual Commission for Women Hall of Fame event through ordinance and to further create an outline and timeline for the event, further establishing a public purpose; and any other matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to cap and regulate the incentives and benefits (i.e. cellphone allowance, vehicle allowance, deferred compensation plan, severance pay, and healthcare insurance) of the position of the City Manager; and any other matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to cap and regulate the vehicle allowance and cellphone allowance available to the position of the deputy city manager; and any other matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with LISD, UISD, TAMIU, LC, Webb County and other entities to create a local Grants Office to improve inter-local resources and expertise; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Mayor Pete Saenz and Council Member Mercurio Martinez, Ill)
Discussion with possible action to commission TAMIU to start a historical compilation of video testimonials and evidence documentation of local veterans biographies; and any other items incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to authorize the Co-Interim City Managers to direct the engineering department to design walkable sidewalks with shade buffers on Springfield Ave. between Village Park and JSJ subdivision to be paid from District V priority funds; and any other items incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to instruct staff to initiate process for the purchase and installation of shade structures over existing playground modules at the following parks Amazonia, Chimayo at North Central Park, Divine Mercy and Shiloh Crossing; and any other matters incident thereto. Funding is available in the District VI Priority Funds.
Discussion with possible action regarding consistent appropriation of funds in the City Budget towards road repairs and resurfacing of municipal streets; and any other matters incident thereto.
2. Discussion with possible action to authorize Co-Interim City Managers to instruct Transit staff to develop and to implement an Urban Circulator Pilot Program, that meets the needs of the Transit Development Plan; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member George Altgelt) XVI. ADJOURN
Apr 01, 2019 City Council
Recognizing Miss Teen Laredo Latina, Alma Gonzalez De La Cruz for using her platform to make a difference in our community, focusing on helping the youth, and the animals of the Laredo Animal Protective Society (LAPS).
Recognizing the Laredo's Heat Volleyball Academy Girls 12 and under team for all their hard work, dedication and accomplishments.
Citizen Comments (Part 1 of 2)
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.
COMMUNICATIONS Presentation by the 2019 Inner City Housing Summit Committee. Inviting the Laredo City Council and public to attend the 1st Annual Inner City Housing Summit that will be held on April 24, 2019.
Citizen Comments (Part 2 of 2)
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 1. Appointment by Council Member Dr. Marte A. Martinez of Stan Greene to the Historic District/Landmark Board. 2. Appointment by Council Member Dr. Marte Martinez of Tony Martinez to the Max Mandel Golf Course Committee. 3. Re-appointment by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. of Ana Saenz to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 4. Appointment by Mayor Pete Saenz of Magali Hernandez to the Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Committee. 5. Re-appointment by Mayor Pete Saenz of Efrain Sanchez to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 6. Re-appointment by Council Member Rudy Gonzalez, Jr. of Patty San Miguel to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 7. Appointment by Council Member Mercurio Martinez of Daniel Rigal to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. 8. Appointment by Council Member Nelly Vielma of Alma Acevedo to the Economic Development Advisroy Committee. 9. Appointment by Council Member Nelly Vielma of Julian Tijerina to the Max Mandel Golf Course Committee.
Request by Mayor Pro-Tempore Roberto Balli Discussion with possible action to repurpose the current Convention & Visitors Bureau office for a downtown police substation to improve night patrol on weekends; and any matters incident thereto.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Fiesta Subdivision, located at 101 Alta Mar Dr., from B-3 (Community Business District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District); providing for publication and effective date. Planning and Zoning recommends approval of the proposed Zone Change and staff does not support the proposed application, but would consider a CUP for the proposed use. ZC-14-2019 District II
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by repealing Ordinance 2015-0-136 and authorizing the issuance of a Special Use Permit for a restaurant serving alcohol on Lot 1, Block 5, Del Mar Village Subdivision, located at 120 West Village Blvd., Suites 101-102 (one unit); providing for publication and effective date. Planning & Zoning recommended approval of the Special Use Permit, and staff supports the application. ZC-26-2019 District V
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing Co-Interim City Managers to amend the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 Laredo Public Facility Corporation budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $24,367.00 in order to appropriate the Laredo Public Facility Corporation (LPFC) funds available from cash flow from La Terraza Apartments.
INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES 4. An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending sections 8.03, 8.05, and 9.02 of the Laredo Ethics Code, requiring the ethics compliance officer to oversee or provide training to city officials and employees on their responsibilities under the Laredo Ethics Code at least once a year; requiring current city officials and employees to complete yearly ethics training; providing for a cumulative clause; providing a severability clause; and establishing an effective date. 5. An Ordinance amending Chapter 19, Article VIII, Section 19-355, of the Laredo Code of Ordinances by adding subsection (b)(1), to establish an amnesty program for fines, fees and penalties on parking violations under certain terms and conditions; providing for a cumulative clause; providing a repealing clause; providing for severability; and declaring an effective date. 6. Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to execute a revocable license agreement for non-federal use of real property (GS-O?B-99283) between the City of Laredo and the United States General Services Administration (GSA) for the purpose of allowing the City of Laredo Bridge Department to install, maintain, and operate a High-Speed Weigh-in-Motion (HS-WIM) scale/sensor system to facilitate the issuance of permits by the City for oversize and overweight commercial vehicles departing the Port at World Trade Bridge, prior to exiting and gaining access to state and local roadways. The term of the license agreement is for five (5) years beginning on May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2024. 7. An Ordinance repealing Ordinance 2019-0-004, which authorized the acceptance of a donation from Riverhills Investment LLC, of a 18. 785 acre tract of land, more or less, situated in Porcion 35, Abstract 546, Jose M. Diaz, Original Grantee and Survey 2149, Abstract 594, R.H. Raines, Original Grantee, within the City Limits of the Laredo and Webb County, Texas, out and part of the New Santa Fe, LTD. (71.986 Acre) Tract I, recorded in Volume 4394, Pages 566-572 of the Webb County deed records in exchange for a Two Hundred Thousand Dollar ($200,000.00) credit toward future development fees applicable exclusively to the balance of the 71.989 acre tract referred to in plat records as the Riverhill South Subdivision, the City's agreement to take water run off from the balance of the 71.989 acre tract, and an agreement that the value of the 18. 785 acres in excess of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00) shall be considered a donation to the City; and declaring an effective date. Based on new appraisal information, Riverhills Investment LLC has decided to rescind the donation agreement.
8. 2019-0-041 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 8.8547 acres, as further described by Metes & Bounds on Exhibit A, located South of Soria Dr., and West of Ejide Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to R-1 MH (Single Family Manufactured Housing District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-21-2019 District I 9. 2019-0-042 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 4.24 acres, as further described by Metes & Bounds on Exhibit A, located East of US Hwy. 83 and South of Sierra Vista Blvd., from AG (Agricultural District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-22-2019 District I 10. 2019-0-044 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximate 1.27 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds on Exhibit A, located at, Southeast corner of Ejide Ave., and Wormser Rd., from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to B-1 (Limited Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-25-2019 District I 11. 2019-0-045 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 5, Block 2025, Eastern Division, located at 3220 Ross St., from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-24-2019 District II 12. 2019-0-046 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximate 77.71 acres out of Lot 1, Block 1, San Isidro Southwest Subdivision, Phase 11, located at 9819 San Dario Ave., from B-4 (Highway Commercial District) to R-1A (Single family Reduced Area District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-23-2019 District VI 13. 2019-0-047 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 40.6420 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds in Exhibit A, located South of FM 1472 Rd., and North of Vidal Cantu Rd., from AG (Agricultural District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District) (as amended); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-82-2018 District VII 14. 2019-0-048 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 1.6484 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds Exhibit A, located South of FM 1472 Rd.,(Mines Road) and West of Silver Mine Rd., from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-80-2018 District VII 15. 2019-0-049 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, Kimberly Plaza, located at 4800 McPherson Rd.,Suite B; providing for publication and effective date. ZC-20-2019 District V 16. 2019-0-050 Authorizing Co-Interim City Managers to amend the City of Laredo 2018-2019 Laredo Auto Theft Task Force Fund Budget by increasing revenues by $6,480.00, drawing down from fund balance $14,120.00 and increasing expenditures in the amount of $20,600.00, to appropriate program income for the period of September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019. Program Income will be used to fund training and equipment for the Auto Theft Task Force to combat auto burglary and theft in the City of Laredo. Funding is available in the Auto Theft Task Force Fund. 17. 2019-0-051 An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Article II, Division 2, Sections 2-16(b) and adding a new Section 2-19 of the Code of Ordinances to establish the offices of Deputy City Manager and Assistant City Manager to oversee and coordinate the various functions and services of the city; providing for a cumulative clause; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. 18. 2019-0-052 An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 23, Parks and Leisure Services Department, providing for the renaming of Parks and Leisure Services to Parks and Recreation Department; allowing free membership to recreational facilities for persons ages sixty-two and older; allowing free membership to recreational facilities for veterans; providing for the renumbering of certain sections of Chapter 23; providing for rental fees for flag football, rugby, Freddy Benavides Sisters of Mercy Lazy River Pool and Water Slide Complex, and related use fees; providing that this ordinance shall be cumulative; containing a savings clause; containing a severability clause; and providing an effective date. (AS AMENDED} 19. 2019-0-053 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to convey an Easement and Right of Way to AEP TEXAS INC., a six (6) foot wide Easement lying wholly within a portion of 34.94 acres, more or less, within the boundaries of the former Laredo Air Force Base, partly in Survey 1020m Rafael Vidaurri, Original Grantee, Webb County, Texas; Said tract of land conveyed to Granter on deed Recorded in Document Number 58786, Volume 457, Page 73, Official Public Records of Webb County, Texas; More specifically, the strip of land covered by this Easement and Right of Way shall be six (6) feet in width, three (3) feet on each side of a centerline as described by on Exhibit "A", attached hereto, and providing for an effective date. 20. 2019-0-054 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to execute all necessary documents for the sale of a 2,276 square foot tract of land "Surface Only" for the appraised market value of $23,100.00. The adjacent land owner requested to purchase the subject tract to complete a residential development. The subject property is inaccessible; therefore, making it eligible to be sold to the only abutting land owner, Monaco Development, LLC. The subject tract of land is owned by the City of Laredo within the Manadas Creek area, as recorded in Volume 2262, Page 24 Official Records of Webb County, Texas, being generally described in attached Exhibit "A" and Exhibit "B". Funds will be deposited in the Environmental Services land sales proceeds account. 21. 2019-0-055 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to grant a License Agreement by and between The City of Laredo, Texas, a municipal corporation and VTX Communications, LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company, dated February 4, 2019 for the use of one (1) innerduct in the Juarez Lincoln Bridge and 640 linear feet of right-of-way. 1. Term of the agreement shall be for five (5) years commencing at 12:00 am, February 4, 2019 and terminating at 12:00 pm February 3, 2024. 2. Annual duct fee shall be $32,577.89 and will increase by five percent (5%) every year the license is in place. In addition to the duct fee, Licensee shall pay a nine dollar and 78/100 ($9.78) linear foot right-of-way fee, and will increase by five percent (5%) every year. 22. 2019-0-056 Authorizing the Co- Interim City Managers to execute a First Amendment to Lease Agreement ("Lease") by an between the City of Laredo, a municipal corporation ("Landlord"), and T-Mobile West LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Tenant"), as successor in interest to Cook lnleWoicestream PCS, LLC., (''T-Mobile"), dated May 1, 2000 and attached hereto; to allow Landlord to modify Tenant's ground space at the Del Mar Elevated Water Storage Tank ("Water Tower"), as more fully depicted on the attached Exhibit A-1, for the installation of a generator and to increase Tenant's rent by $300.00 per month commencing on April 15, 2019 and shall thereafter increase in accordance with paragraph 3 (Rent) of the Lease; all other terms and conditions remain in full force and effect. 23. 2019-0-057 Authorizing the Co- Interim City Manager's to grant a License Agreement by and between The City of Laredo, Texas, a municipal corporation and Bestel USA, Inc., a Nevada Corporation, dated February 4, 2019 for the use of one (1) innerduct in the Juarez Lincoln Bridge and 566 linear feet of right-of-way. 1. Term of the agreement shall be for five (5) years commencing at 12:00 am, February 4, 2019 and terminating at 12:00 pm February 3, 2024. 2. Annual duct fee shall be $32,577.89 and will increase by five percent (5%) every year the license is in place. In addition to the duct fee, Licensee shall pay a nine dollar and 78/100 ($9. 78) linear foot right-of-way fee, and will increase by five percent (5%) every year. 24. 2019-0-058 Authorizing the Co- Interim City Managers to grant a License Agreement by and between The City of Laredo, Texas, a municipal corporation and Axtel, S.A. B de C.V., formerly known as Alestra S. de R.L. de C.V., a Mexican Corporation dated April 8, 2019 for the use of one (1) fiber/cable tray affixed beneath the Juarez Lincoln Bridge and 519 linear feet of right-of-way. 1. Term of the agreement shall be for five (5) years commencing at 12:00 am, April 8, 2019 and terminating at 12:00 pm April 7, 2024. 2. Annual fee shall be $27,691. 21 and will increase by five percent (5%) every year the license is in place. In addition to the fee, Licensee shall pay a nine dollar and 76/100 ($9.76) linear foot right-of-way fee, and will increase by five percent (5%) every year.
All of the following items may be acted upon by one motion. No separate discussion or action on any of the items is necessary unless desired by a Council Member. XI (a) RESOLUTIONS 25. 2019-R-34 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of Laredo and O'Reilly Auto Enterprises, LLC for a proposed project located at 4001 San Bernardo Ave, lot 1-8; block 1017; western division that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ). This agreement will be for a ten (10) year period and will abate taxes on new improvements for the purpose of economic development. The project has an estimated capital investment total of $750,000.00, estimated annual tax abatement total of $4,755.00 and estimated total fee waivers of $10,115.00. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information. 26. 2019-R-35 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver between the City of Laredo and UISD for a proposed project located at 5208 Santa Claudia, lot 1; block 1; 4.195 acre tract A & B that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone (NEZ). The project has an estimated capital investment total of $17,225,520.00, and estimated total fee waivers of $30,209.50. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information. 27. 2018-R-41 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to submit a grant application in the amount of $500,000.00 to the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for the purpose of funding the 2020 Local Border Security Program (LBSP). This grant does not require matching funds. Funding will be used to pay for overtime to increase patrol security along the Texas-Mexico border. 28. 2019-R-42 Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to accept a grant from K9s4COPs to receive a police service dog to be trained and used by the Laredo Police Department for law enforcement purposes. The police service dog is grant funded and will be at no cost to the City of Laredo Police Department.
(b) MOTIONS 29. Authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment #3 in the amount of $54,400.00 with LNV, Inc. of Laredo, Texas, to design sludge Drying Bed at Unitec Wastewater Treatment Plant acting as baffle/holding capacity for dry sludge in cases of wet weathers when local landfills not able to receive the dry sludge. The total contract sum including this amendment is at $727,030.00. Funding is available in the 2011 Sewer Revenue Bonds. 30. Consideration to award contract FY19-047 Manadas Creek Maintenance to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Nick Benavides, Oilton,Texas, in the annual amount of $125,888.00. This is a service contract to provide mowing and maintenance to the Manadas Creek and quarterly Manadas West excavation. The term of this contract shall be for a one (1) year with the option to extend this contract for three (3) additional one (1) year periods, upon mutual agreement and performance approval by the City. Funding is available in the Environmental Services Department budget. 31. Consideration to end contract negotiations with LNV Inc., Laredo, TX for contract FY18-048 and authorizing the re-solicitation (rebid) of this project with a revised scope. After a thorough negotiation process, City and LNV staff could not reach a mutually acceptable fee for this project. Funding is available in the Bridge Construction Fund. 33. Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to amend the City of Laredo's 2018 One Year Action Plan for the purpose of reprogramming Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds totaling $156,847.00. It is proposed that the reprogrammed funds be utilized for the following projects: supplemental funding for the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program ($136,847.00) and the creation of a new project "K. Tarver Recreation Center Improvements" ($20,000.00). It is further proposed that the projects be provided funding through the use of an activity balance and two canceled activities listed below: 44th Action Year (Canceled Activity) Eastwoods Neighborhood Park Improvements $20,000.00 42nd Action Year (Fund Balance) Demolition of Substandard Structures $111,847.00 37th Action Year (Canceled Activity) Downtown Facade Restoration Program $25,000.00 TOTAL $156,847.00 34. Consideration to renew contract FY 17-028 to Hector Cabello Wrecker Services, Laredo, TX in the annual amount of $70,000.00 for Non-Police City owned Vehicles Towing Services. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year and contract can be extended three (3) additional one year periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. This is the second of three extension period. All services will be secured on an as needed basis. Funding for this contract is available in the Fleet Department's budget. 35. Consideration to award contract FY19-036 to lowest bidder RCC Roofing and Construction, Laredo, Texas in the amount of $101,401.00 for the complete renovation to 3005 E. Montgomery St., Laredo, TX. 78043. The project consists of remodeling and construction to include all insurance, payment bond, labor, materials, and related appurtenances as per bid specifications. The estimated time for completion of this project is 120 working days. Funding is available in the Noise Abatement Fund. 36. Consideration to renew supply Contract FY18-045 to the low bidder, Century Asphalt, Houston, Texas in an amount up to $100,000.00 for the purchase of tack coat emulsified asphalt oil used for street paving projects. All materials are purchased on an as needed basis utilizing the construction project budgets. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the first of two extension periods. Funding is available in the Public Works Department construction project budget. 37. Requesting authorization to waive and refund $41.88 in penalties and interest on the property tax account listed below in accordance with Section 33.011 (a) of the Property Tax Code. An act or omission on behalf of the Webb County Appraisal District resulted in the taxpayer's failure to pay the tax before delinquency. The account is as follows: C & B Holdings, LLC, Tax Account #932-11001-020. 38. Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to approve Change Order No. 1 to Summit Building & Design, Laredo,Texas in the amount of $79,765.24 with an additional 30 calendar days to the contract for the Utilities Department Administration Building Expansion Project. The additional work is to install new HVAC equipment in the Utilities Warehouse building. The new total contract amount will be $1,139,765. 24 including the change order, and the new total contract completion period is 210 calendar days. Funding is available in the 2017 Sewer Revenue Bond. The original contract amount was $1,060,000.00. 39. Consideration to approve a second amendment to a professional services contract with Willdan Financial Services. The second amendment will increase the contract amount by $24,500.00. As part of this amendment, Willdan Financial Services will update its previously developed water and wastewater cost of service forecast model for the period of Fiscal Year 2019 through Fiscal Year 2028. Including this second amendment, the total contract amount with Willdan will total $95,200.00. Funding is available in the 2013 Water Revenue Bond.
Consideration to award contract FY19-043 to the sole respondent, STX Venue Management LLC., Laredo, TX for the Sports Management Services at UniTrade Stadium and authorizing Co-Interim City Managers to negotiate the terms of the professional services contract, including contract amount, contract period, and possible extensions. Funding is available in the Sports & Community Venue Uni-Trade Operations Fund.
Discussion with possible action on ongoing audits and/or irregularities identified by the Internal Auditor including the potential assignment of other and/or additional auditing duties; and any other matters incident thereto.
Presentation regarding Springfield Ave. extension including property acquisition, engineering design, estimated construction cost, project funding and any other matters incident thereto with possible action.
Status Report on the Boulevard of the Americas Master Plan and Design; and any matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Mayor Pro-Tempore Roberto Balli)
Discussion and possible action to have entities and individuals warned and cited regarding the over watering; and any matters incident thereto.
Discussion and possible action to require all city departments to implement an asset management program to track time, labor, parts and equipment; and any matters incident thereto.
Discussion and possible action to direct staff to assess how the City of Laredo progress and the implementation of the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan; and any matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to instruct Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to evaluate outdoor exercise equipment in District I and provide proposals for possible replacements as needed. City Council District I Priority Funds will be used for this project.
Discussion with possible action to instruct Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to provide a proposal for a soft surface rubber track around the Geraldine Agredano Memorial Park.
Discussion with possible action to instruct Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to determine the possibility of creating a position under the Parks & Leisure Department to assist and coordinate special needs programs.
Discussion with possible action to instruct the Co-Interim City Managers to authorize staff to install (1) speed hump on the 3100 block of Mier St., between N. India Ave and N. Smith Ave., under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed humps, instead of a speed cushion, which is currently required under the current policy, and any other matters incident thereto. City Council District II Priority Funds will be used for this project. Total cost is $2,500.00.
Discussion with possible action to propose and evaluate a beautification plan to include grass and trees maintained by the City of Laredo at the City's Cemetery; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr.)
Discussion with possible action to establish and define the City of Laredo's Annual Commission for Women Hall of Fame event through ordinance and to further create an outline and timeline for the event, further establishing a public purpose; and any other matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to cap and regulate the incentives and benefits (i.e. cellphone allowance, vehicle allowance, deferred compensation plan, severance pay, and healthcare insurance) of the position of the City Manager; and any other matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to cap and regulate the vehicle allowance and cellphone allowance available to the position of the deputy city manager; and any other matters incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with LISD, UISD, TAMIU, LC, Webb County and other entities to create a local Grants Office to improve inter-local resources and expertise; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Mayor Pete Saenz and Council Member Mercurio Martinez, Ill)
Discussion with possible action to commission TAMIU to start a historical compilation of video testimonials and evidence documentation of local veterans biographies; and any other items incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to authorize the Co-Interim City Managers to direct the engineering department to design walkable sidewalks with shade buffers on Springfield Ave. between Village Park and JSJ subdivision to be paid from District V priority funds; and any other items incident thereto.
Discussion with possible action to instruct staff to initiate process for the purchase and installation of shade structures over existing playground modules at the following parks Amazonia, Chimayo at North Central Park, Divine Mercy and Shiloh Crossing; and any other matters incident thereto. Funding is available in the District VI Priority Funds.
Discussion with possible action regarding consistent appropriation of funds in the City Budget towards road repairs and resurfacing of municipal streets; and any other matters incident thereto.
2. Discussion with possible action to authorize Co-Interim City Managers to instruct Transit staff to develop and to implement an Urban Circulator Pilot Program, that meets the needs of the Transit Development Plan; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member George Altgelt) XVI. ADJOURN