City Council Meeting Minutes

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO, HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MUNICIPAL PLAZA BUILDING, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2001.

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2001-44 The City Council convened in an informal "B" Session at 10:00 A.M., Municipal Plaza Building "B" Room, to consider the following items(s):

Briefing on the Public Utility Office’s recommendation on increasing San Antonio Water System’s Water Supply Fee. Presented by Ben Gorzell, Public Utility Supervisor.

The Council members present were : AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro.

The "B" Session adjourned at 11:05 A.M.

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2001-44 The regular meeting was called to order at 1:00 P.M. by the Presiding Officer, Mayor Ed Garza, with the following members present: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.

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2001–44 Invocation by Councilman John H. Sanders, District 2.

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2001-44 RECOGNITION OF VISITORS REPRESENTING MEXICO’S MINISTER OF SPORT

Mayor Garza recognized Dr. Susan Blackwood, Executive Director of the San Antonio Sports Foundation who was in attendance to introduce visitors from Mexico who were in San Antonio to begin initial planning of an annual multiple sporting event which would take place in San Antonio and rotated with a selected City in Mexico.

Members of the City Council welcomed the delegation and recognized Ms. Blackwood and other members of the San Antonio Sports Foundation for their work in this effort.

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2001-36 PRESENTATION FOR THE ART EXHIBIT "CHICANO NOW" DEBUTING IN SAN ANTONIO

Mayor Garza introduced the delegation in attendance for the "Chicano Now" exhibit. He highlighted the unique opportunity of San Antonians to visit the multimedia exhibit, which denotes the Mexican American culture through art, video musical performances, murals and other attractions. Ms. Vangie Flores spoke of the arts exhibit to be held at the San Antonio Museum of Art, and further acknowledged the corporate sponsors who helped to bring this collection to San Antonio. Mr. Henry Munoz also spoke of the unique exhibit and invited the community to visit the collection.

Mayor Garza then introduced Mr. Cheech Marin, entertainment personality, who had volunteered his personal collection of 50 works to be part of the exhibition, and who was in San Antonio for the inaugural groundbreaking. Mr. Marin then spoke of the 30-year history of Chicano art which represented an influential art movement and which depicted the richness of the Hispanic culture.

Members of the City Council recognized Mr. Marin, the members of the San Antonio Museum of Art, Ms. Flores and Mr. Munoz for their efforts to bring this exhibit to San Antonio, and showcase the culture of our City.

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2001-44 PRESENTATION OF CITATION TO CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM

Mayor Garza then recognized the Central Catholic High School Buttons Football team for winning the State Championship Title on November 24, 2001. He read a Citation recognizing the team and presented it to Head Football Coach Enrico, Principal Pat Cunningham, and Reverend Joseph Terrillium.

Members of the City Council congratulated the members of the football club for the outstanding achievement.

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2001-36 RECOGNITION OF SAN ANTONIO EXPORT LEADERS PROGRAM GRADUATES

Mayor Garza recognized Mr. Henry Sauvignet, Director of International Affairs who then spoke of the export leader program. He noted that it was an 8-month program designed for San Antonio businesses that have a high potential to develop into international markets, and then introduced the graduates of the program. Certificates were presented to all participants.

Members of the City Council congratulated the graduates, noting that San Antonio serves as a center for international trade.

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2001-44 The minutes of the regular City Council meetings of October 25, 2001, November 1 and November 8, 2001 were approved.

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2001-44 CONSENT AGENDA – CITIZENS COMMENTS

Ms. Joan Price, Ingram Hills Neighborhood Association, spoke to the improvements being made to the area at Callaghan Road from Bandera to Ingram Road.

Mr. Ralph Watson, Ingram Hills Neighborhood Association, commended Councilman Castro for the efforts and support to proceed with the improvements to Callaghan Road.

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2001-44 CONSENT AGENDA

Mr. Perez made a motion to approve Agenda Items 9 through 72D constituting the Consent Agenda, except for items 23 and 49, which were pulled for individual consideration, and Items 16 and 41 both of which were pulled from the agenda. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the following Ordinances, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro.

AN ORDINANCE 94969

ACCEPTING THE LOW BID BY TEXAS SCENIC COMPANY TO PROVIDE THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO CONVENTION FACILITIES DEPARTMENT WITH MISCELLANEOUS LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FOR A TOTAL SUM OF $32,990.00.

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AN ORDINANCE 94970

ACCEPTING THE LOW BIDS SUBMITTED BY FORD AUDIO VIDEO IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,804.70 AND PRO SOUND, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,050.00 TO PROVIDE THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO CONVENTION FACILITIES DEPARTMENT WITH MISCELLANEOUS SOUND EQUIPMENT FOR A TOTAL OF $64,854.70.

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AN ORDINANCE 94971

ACCEPTING THE LOW BID BY GOULD PUBLICATIONS OF TEXAS, INC. TO PROVIDE THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO POLICE DEPARTMENT WITH TEXAS CRIMINAL LAW AND MOTOR VEHICLE HANDBOOKS FOR A TOTAL SUM OF $27,225.00.

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AN ORDINANCE 94972

ACCEPTING THE BIDS OF VARIOUS COMPANIES TO PROVIDE THE CIYT OF SNA ANOTNIO WITH VARIOUS MATERIALS AND SERVICES ON AN ANNUAL CONTRACT BASIS FOR THE 2001-2002 FISCAL YEAR FOR A TOTAL OF APPROXIMATELY $755,091.00. (COPIES OF THE BID PACKETS ARE AVIALABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE PURCHASING DEPARTMENT AND A LIST

OF SUCCESSFUL BIDDERS ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW IN THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94973

AUTHORIZING PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES NECESSARY TO SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION, ASSOCIATED WITH THE BLOSSOM/WOODBURY NO. 1007 DRAINAGE PHASES I & II PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $6,045.00, UNDER AUTHORITY OF AN EXISTING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AMEC EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94974

ENABLING EAGLE CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, L.P., TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, UNDER AN EXISTING STAND-BY SERVICES CONTRACT, IN CONNECTION WITH THE HOUSTON FROM POLARIS TO ONSLOW PROJECT, LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2; AUTHORIZING CONTAMINATED SOILS MANAGEMENT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $16,988.24; REVISING THE PROJECT BUDGET; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94975

AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $148,000.00 TO GOODPOINTE TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION IN CONNECTION WITH UPDATING ONE-FIFTH (740 CENTER LINE MILES OF STREET) OF THE PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM NETWORK FOR THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO, BY RESURVEYING PAVEMENT

CONDITIONS, PERFORMING DATA COLLECTION INPUT AND ANALYSIS, AND UPDATING THE SOFTWARE AS NEEDED; REVISING THE PROJECT BUDGET; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94976

AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $38,388.57 TO THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TXDOT) FOR THE CITY’S SHARE OF TWENTY PERCENT (20%) OF CONSTRUCTION COST IN CONNECTION WITH THE CALLAGHAN FROM OLD HIGHWAY 90 TO COMMERCE PROJECT LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 6; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94977

AMENDING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING AN ADDITIONAL $20,000.00 PAYABLE TO PAPE-DAWSON ENGINEERS, INC. IN CONNECTION WITH THE CALLAGHAN ROAD FROM BANDERA TO INGRAM METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION PROJECT LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 7; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE 85906, APRIL 17, 1997.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94978

ACCEPTING THE LOW, QUALIFIED BID OF SAN ANTONIO QUALITY FENCE, LTD., D/B/A QUALITY FENCE & WELDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $78,025.00 IN CONNECTION WITH THE FENCE RELOCATION CONTRACT 2001 PROJECT; AUTHORIZING $7,802.50 FOR MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY EXPENSES; AUTHORIZING $700.00 FOR BID ADVERTISING EXPENSES; APPROPRIATING FUNDS AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94979

ACCEPTING THE LOW, QUALIFIED BID OF DAYCO CONSTRUCTION CO. IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,221,762.12 IN CONNECTION WITH THE CULEBRA DRAINAGE #58F PHASE I PROJECT LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICTS 6 AND 7; AUTHORIZING $198,063.36 FOR MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY EXPENSES, FOR AN OVERALL TOTAL OF $2,419,825.48; APPROPRIATING FUNDS AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94980

APPROVING AND RATIFYING FIELD ALTERATION NO. 2 IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,755.52 PAYABLE TO SAN ANTONIO CONSTRUCTORS, LTD.; AUTHORIZING $39,621.53 PAYABLE TO UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY; AND AMENDING A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICE CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $12,300.00 PAYABLE TO SIA ENGINEERING, INC. IN CONNECTION WITH THE ARBOR FROM TRINITY TO SAN MARCOS, PHASE II PROJECT LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 1; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 92370, OCTOBER 28, 1999.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94981

AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,432.36 TO UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY FOR THE COST OF UPGRADING THE AT-GRADE RAILROAD CROSSING IN CONNECTION WITH THE LEONHARDT AT LOW WATER CROSSING PROJECT LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 10; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 90294, AUGUST 19, 1999.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94982

ACCEPTING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING 27^TH YEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $66,200.00 PAYABLE TO VICKREY & ASSOCIATES, INC., IN CONNECTION WITH THE BAETZ BOULEVARD FROM MOURSUND TO PLEASANTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECT, LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 3; AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT; AUTHORIZING $6,620.00 FOR MISCELLANEOUS ENGINEERING CONTINGENCY EXPENSES; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94983

AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH CIVIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS DON DURDEN, INC., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $61,222.80, IN CONNECTION WITH THE GOLIAD ROAD FROM PECAN VALLEY TO MILITARY DRIVE PROJECT LOCATED IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 3; AUTHORIZING $6,122.28 FOR MISCELLANEOUS ENGINEERING CONTINGENCY EXPENSES; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 81854, MARCH 16, 1995.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94984

AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT APPROVED BY ORDINANCE NO. 91445, PASSED AND APPROVED ON MARCH 16, 2000, WITH RICONDO AND ASSOCIATES TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL HISTORICAL, ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES INVESTIGATIONS AT STINSON MUNICIPAL AIRPORT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE, BY AUTHORIZING ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND FEES NOT TO EXCEED $53,614.00; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; REVISING THE BUDGET; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 91445, MARCH 16, 2000.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94985

AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH THE FIRM OF JASTER-QUINTANILLA & ASSOCIATES, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $230,332.00 TO PREPARE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FOR THE RENOVATIONS TO THE SHORT-TERM GARAGE AT SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT; AUTHORIZING $23,033.00 FOR ENGINEERING CONTINGENCIES AND $12,000.00 FOR ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES; FOR A TOTAL APPROPRIATION OF $265,365.00; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 91064, JANUARY 6, 2000.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94986

RATIFYING WORK COMPLETED AND APPROVING FIELD ALTERATION NO. 1, IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $162,159.00, PAYABLE TO SANDOVAL CONSTRUCTION FOR WORK ASSOCIATED WITH THE HENRY B. GONZALEZ CONVENTION CENTER EXPANSION PROJECT-MEXICAN CULTURAL INSTITUTE ADDITIONS AND ALTERATIONS PROJECT; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 93003, NOVEMBER 30, 2001.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94987

APPROVING FIELD ALTERATION 1 IN THE AMOUNT OF $42,421.00 PAYABLE TO SWINERTON BUILDERS FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE BRACKENRIDGE PARK REHABILITATION PROJECT IN CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 9; AND TRANSFERRING FUNDS FROM CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY INTO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT EXPENDITURE CODE. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 94130, JUNE 21, 2001.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94988

ACCEPTING LOW BID BY STODDARD CONSTRUCTION CO. TO PERFORM CONSTRUCTION WORK IN CONNECTION WITH THE SAN PEDRO PARK REHABILITATION PROJECT – BANDSTAND AND CLOCKHOUSE IN CITY COUNCI DISTRICT 1 IN THE AMOUNT OF $215,000.00 WITH BID ALTERNATE 2 IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,000.00 FOR A TOTAL OF $223,000.00; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A STANDARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT; ESTABLISHING A $46,088.00 CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY; ACCEPTING A $1,000.00 DONATION FROM THE SAN ANTONIO PARKS FOUNDATION; APPROPRIATING $268,088.00 IN 1999 PARK BOND GO BOND FUNDS INTO THE PROJECT BUDGET; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94989

ACCEPTING LOW BID BY 3TI, INC. TO PERFORM CONSTRUCTION WORK IN CONNECTION WITH THE SAN PEDRO PARK REHABILITATION PROJECT PHASE II CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 IN THE AMOUNT OF $279,700.00 WITH BID ALTERNATES 1, 2, 3 AND 5 IN THE AMOUNT OF $48,045.00 FOR A TOTAL OF $327,745.00; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A STANDARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT; PROVIDING FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY AND PROJECT RELATED ARCHEOLOGICAL SERVICES, ARCHEOLOGICAL CONTINGENCY, PARK MATERIALS AND DRAINAGE IMPACT FEES; TRANSFERRING ENCUMBRANCES OF $78,031.00 AMONG EXPENDITURE CODES WITHIN THE PROJECT BUDGET; ACCEPTING A PARKS FOUNDATION DONATION OF $31,000.00; APPROPRIATING $332,569.00 IN 1999 PARK BOND GO BOND FUNDS INTO THE PROJECT BUDGET; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94990

FORMALLY ACCEPTING A QUITCLAIM OF TITLE FROM THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER OF NCB BANK-SAN ANTONIO, N.A., SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, TO LOT 38, BLOCK 57, NEW CITY BLOCK 8633, SOUTH SAN ANTONIO, SIXTH FILING, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO PLAT FILED OF RECORD IN VOLUME 642, PAGE 7, DEED AND PLAT RECORDS OF BEXAR COUNTY, TEXAS, AS ORIGINALLY TRANSFERRED TO THE CITY BY QUITCLAIM DEED DATED AUGUST 5, 1992; DECLARING SUCH PROPERTY, LOCATED AT 1367 FENFIELD AVENUE, AS SURPLUS TO THE NEEDS OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO; AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE BY QUITCLAIM AND EQUAL DIVISION OF SAID PROPERTY INTO TWO TRACTS OF 0.036 OF AN ACRE EACH BETWEEN 1) JOSE P. ALONZO, AND WIFE, MARGARITA G. ALONZO, AND 2) TONEY HERNANDEZ, JR., THE ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS, FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $3,058.00, OR $1,529.00 EACH, PLUS AN ADDITIONAL $400.00 FOR SURVEY FEES TO BE PAID BY MR. AND MRS. ALONZO, IN EXCHANGE FOR PAST USE OF THE PROPERTY, AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS IMPOSED BY THE CITY DEPARTMENT OF ASSET MANAGEMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94991

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF (1) AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MAGIK THEATER BY MODIFYING THE PROVISIONS RELATED TO PAYMENT FOR CHILLED WATER USE, EXTENDING THE COMPLETION OF A MAJOR RENOVATION TO THE THEATER, AND CLARIFYING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS AND (2) A SECURITY AGREEMENT WITH MAGIK THEATER WHO WILL SIGN A PROMISSARY NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,208.84 FOR CHILLED WATER CHARGES INCURRED DURING THE FIRST YEAR OF THE LEASE TERM. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 86014, MAY 8, 1997.)

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AN ORDINANCE 94992

AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,498.86 TO BRACEWELL & PATTERSON, L.L.P., FOR LEGAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE CHICO – KNOX & MARGIL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECT AND FOR LEGAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE GLIDER AND LANDING – GUNSMOKE TO LOOP 410 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECT; REVISING THE PROJECT BUDGET; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94993

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $1,000.00 FOR TEN (10) RIGHT OF ENTRY AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FAY PHASE I COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECT, LOCATED IN DISTRICT 5; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; REVISING THE PROJECT BUDGET; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94994

THIS ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,175.00 TO ECKMANN, GROLL & RUNYAN, INC., FOR APPRAISAL SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE ASHLEY ROAD – BASCUM TO SOUTH FLORES PROJECT ($600.00), BITTERS ROAD – WEST AVENUE TO HEIMER METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION PROJECT ($5,475.00), FIRE STATION NO. 25 PROJECT ($1,950.00), FIRE STATION NO. 47 PROJECT ($500.00), SALADO CREEK GREENWAY (HIKE AND BIKE) PROJECT ($250.00) AND TOM SLICK COMMUNITY PARK PROJECT ($400.00), FOR A TOTAL SUM OF $9,175.00; APPROPRIATING FUNDS AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94995

AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $13,019.00 TO GERRY RICKHOFF, COUNTY CLERK, FOR THE DEFENDANTS IN CONDEMNATION CAUSE NO. 2001-ED-0009, CITY OF SAN ANTONIO VS. UNION PINES APARTMENTS, LTD., A TEXAS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, ET AL, FOR FEE SIMPLE TITLE TO ONE PARCEL AND PAYMENT OF THE AMOUNT OF $919.00 FOR COURT COSTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PLEASANTON ROAD – SOUTHCROSS TO MAYFIELD (MPO) PROJECT IN COUNCIL DISTRICT 4; FOR THE TOTAL SUM OF $13,019.00; APPROPRIATING FUNDS AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94996

DECLARING THE ISOM ROAD – RAMSEY U.S. 281 METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION PROJECT ("PROJECT") TO BE A PUBLIC PROJECT; DECLARING A PUBLIC NECESSITY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE FEE SIMPLE TITLE AND/OR EASEMENT INTEREST TO CERTAIN PRIVATELY OWNED REAL PROPERTY, BY NEGOTIATIONS AND/OR CONDEMNATION, IF NECESSARY, FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR USE AS A PART OF THIS PROJECT; TO WIT, ALL OR PORTIONS OF THE PROPERTIES LISTED AS FOLLOWS: BEING A 0.00679 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, A 0.0423 ACRE TRACT OF LAND AND A 0.00344 ACRE TRACT OF LAND ALL OUT OF LOT 5, BLOCK 3, NCB 14075, VIEWPOINT SUBDIVISION, A 0.00385 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF LOT 44, BLOCK 1, NCB 11965, AND A 0.00928 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF LOT 17, BLOCK 2, NCB 11966 BOTH OUT OF ROLLING ACRES SUBDIVISION, A 0.01766 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF LOT 36, NCB 12051, THE BROOK UNIT 2 SUBDIVISION, SAN ANTONIO, BEXAR COUNTY, TEXAS, FOR A PUBLIC PURPOSE AS PART OF THIS PROJECT; ESTABLISHING JUST COMPENSATION FOR THE PROPERTIES; APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $59,266.00 FOR THE PROJECT AND MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROJECT SUCH AS APPRAISALS AND ATTORNEY’S FEES; AUTHORIZING THE CITY STAFF AND/OR ITS DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES TO NEGOTIATE WITH AND TO ACQUIRE THE PROPERTY FROM THE OWNERS ON THE APPROVED TERMS; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO FILE EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS; RATIFYING AND AFFIRMING ALL PRIOR ACTS AND PROCEEDINGS DONE OR INITIATED BY ATTORNEYS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY TO ACQUIRE SUCH PROPERTY; AUTHORIZING ALL OTHER LAWFUL ACTION NECESSARY OR INCIDENTAL TO SUCH ACQUISITIONS OR EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS; AND DECLARING THE SECTIONS OF THE ORDINANCE TO BE SEVERABLE ONE FROM THE OTHER IN THE EVENT ANY SECTION OF THIS ORDINANCE IS DETERMINED TO BE INVALID.

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AN ORDINANCE 94997

AUTHORIZING PAYMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,797.60 TO PRIME TIME, INC. FOR PUBLICATION SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALADO CREEK GREENWAY (HIKE AND BIKE) PROJECT; APPROPRIATING FUNDS AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94998

APPROVING THE FULL AND FINAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO AND EDMUND S. BECK AND WIFE, JUTTA A. BECK, ET AL, FOR FEE SIMPLE TITLE TO A 0.030 ACRE TRACT OUT OF LOTS 54, 56A, 56B AND 56C, NEW CITY BLOCK 11883, OLMOS PARK HEIGHTS, IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $38,000.00; IN CONNECTION WITH THE SUNSET ROAD – JONES MALTSBERGER TO BROADWAY METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION PROJECT; APPROPRIATING FUNDS AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 94999

APPROVING AMENDMENT NUMBER 1 TO A LA VILLITA RETAIL LEASE AGREEMENT IN THE CITY’S LA VILLITA, LOCATED IN CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1, WITH DENISE A. BARRON D/B/A ARTISTIC ENDEAVORS TO CHANGE LEASE LOCATION FROM BUILDING 24 TO BUILDING 25.

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AN ORDINANCE 95000

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A FIVE (5) YEAR LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE SOUTH CENTRAL COUGARS FOOTBALL LEAGUE FOR THE USE OF SPORTS FIELDS IN STINSON PARK IN CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 3 FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES IN CONSIDERATION FOR THEIR MAINTENANCE OF SAID AREA.

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AN ORDINANCE 95001

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A NON-EXCLUSIVE SAN ANTONIO RIVERWALK NOVELTY LICENSE AGREEMENT IN CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 WITH ROBERT BLAS D/B/A BLAS CARICATURES.

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AN ORDINANCE 95002

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AMENDMENT THAT WILL INCORPORATE AN ADDITIONAL 64,600 SQUARE FEET OF GROUND SPACE INTO A LEASE AT SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 64698, PASSED AND APPROVED ON MARCH 12, 1987, WITH FAIRCHILD AIRCRAFT INCORPORATED, WHICH WILL BE USED FOR ADDITIONAL VEHICULAR PARKING AND ALLOWING FAIRCHILD TO WITHDRAW ITS ELECTION TO LEASE ADDITIONAL ABUTTING GROUND SPACE. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 64698, MARCH 12, 1987.)

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AN ORDINANCE 95003

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO EXECUTE A FIVE-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH AVIS RENT A CAR SYSTEMS, INC. ("AVIS") FOR 181,641 SQUARE FEET OF GROUND SPACE AND BUILDINGS SITUATED THEREUPON CONTAINING 7,346 SQUARE FEET AT SAN ANTONIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, TO BE USED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, AUTO SERVICE, STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE CENTER IN SUPPORT OF CAR RENTAL OPERATIONS CONDUCTED IN THE AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDINGS.

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AN ORDINANCE 95004

AUTHORIZING THE SAN ANTONIO WATER SYSTEM ("SAWS") TO FILE LAWSUITS, WHEN DEEMED NECESSARY AGAINST THE OWNERS OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSES OF SURVEYING, APPRAISING, AND ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING OF THE PROPERTY IN CONNECTION WITH THE ASR INTEGRATION PIPELINE PROJECT, TO WIT: COUNTY BLOCK 5151, PARCEL P-11E, ABSTRACT 502, BEXAR COUNTY, TEXAS; AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF SYSTEM FUNDS IN AN AMOUNT NECESSARY TO PAY FOR THE PROSECUTION OF LAWSUITS AGAINST THE OWNER OF THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY; AUTHORIZING THE PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND THE BOARD’S COUNSEL TO PURSUE ANY NECESSARY LITIGATION THROUGH FINAL JUDGMENT AND ALL NECESSARY APPEALS TO OBTAIN ACCESS TO THE AFOREMENTIONED PROPERTY; FINDING THE ORDINANCE TO HAVE BEEN CONSIDERED PURSUANT TO THE LAWS GOVERNING OPEN MEETINGS; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

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AN ORDINANCE 95005

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE SECOND AMENDMENT OF THE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH RIVERTON SUITES, LTD. (APPROVED BY ORDINANCE NO. 91935 ON JUNE 8, 2000, WHICH ORDINANCE WAS SUBSEQUENTLY AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 92695 ON OCTOBER 12, 2000 AND BY ORDINANCE NO. 93838 ON APRIL 26, 2001) TO EXTEND FROM DECEMBER 31, 2001 TO JUNE 30, 2002 THE CONSTRUCTION START DEADLINE OF AN ALL SUITES HOTEL PROJECT ALONG THE RIVER WALK, AT THE INTERSECTION OF NAVARRO AND MARKET STREETS. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NOS. 91935, JUNE 8, 2000; ORDINANCE NO. 91936, JUNE 8, 2000; ORDINANCE NO. 92695, OCTOBER 12, 2000; ORDINANCE NO. 93838, APRIL 26, 2001.)

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AN ORDINANCE 95006

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH KEEP SAN ANTONIO BEAUTIFUL, INC. TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THE CITY BY CONDUCTING NEIGHBORHOOD CLEAN-UP PROGRAMS; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF $20,000.00 FROM THE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES OPERATING BUDGET FOR SUCH SERVICES FOR FY 2001-2002. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NOS. 81140, NOVEMBER 10, 1994; ORDINANCE NO. 83248, DECEMBER 7, 1995; ORDINANCE NO. 85624, FEBRUARY 21, 1997; ORDINANCE NO. 87204, JANUARY 8, 1998; ORDINANCE 88845, NOVEMBER 19, 1998; ORDINANCE 91436, MARCH 16, 2000; ORDINANCE NO. 93901, MAY 10, 2001.)

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AN ORDINANCE 95007

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF AN ADDITIONAL $1,431,266.00 OF IN-KIND VACCINE SUPPORT FROM THE U.S. PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE TO AUGMENT THE OPERATION OF THE ONGOING CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATION PROJECT OF THE SAN ANTONIO METROPOLITAN HEALTH DISTRICT THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2001 AND REVISING THE PROJECT BUDGET ESTABLISHED IN ORDINANCE NO. 93175, PASSED AND APPROVED JANUARY 4, 2001. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 93175, JANUARY 4, 2001.)

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AN ORDINANCE 95008

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO TO ALLOW THE SAN ANTONIO METROPOLITAN HEALTH DISTRICT TO SUPPLY MEDICATIONS AND RELATED LABORATORY SERVICES TO APPROXIMATELY ONE HUNDRED (100) PARTICIPANTS OF A RESEARCH STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO ENTITLED "DEVELOPMENT OF A BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION FOR ABUSED MINORITY ADOLESCENT WOMEN WITH SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES"; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY’S ACCEPTANCE OF REIMBURSEMENT IN AN AMOUNT UP TO $3,800.00 FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO.

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AN ORDINANCE 95009

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A CASH GRANT AWARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $220,884.90 FROM THE PATRICIAN MOVEMENT FOR THE SAN ANTONIO METROPOLITAN HEALTH DISTRICT TO ADMINISTER THE ONGOING SAN ANTONIO REGIONAL DETOXIFICATION PROGRAM DURING THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 1, 2001 THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2002; APPROVING

THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH THE PATRICIAN MOVEMENT; ESTABLISHING A FUND; ADOPTING A BUDGET; APPROVING A PERSONNEL COMPLEMENT AND AUTHORIZING CONTRACTUAL SERVICES.

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AN ORDINANCE 95010

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF AN ADDITIONAL $182,862.00 IN CASH FROM THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO AUGMENT FUNDING OF THE ONGOING RYAN WHITE TITLE II HIV/AIDS PROJECT ADMINISTERED BY THE SAN ANTONIO METROPOLITAN HEALTH DISTRICT THROUGH MARCH 31, 2002; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT CHANGE NOTICE WITH THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; REVISING THE BUDGET FOR THE PUBLIC HEALTH STATE SUPPORT PROJECT 2000/2001 ESTABLISHED IN ORDINANCE NO. 91021, PASSED AND APPROVED ON DECEMBER 16, 1999; AMENDING STANDARD CITY OPERATING AGENCY GRANT FUND CONTRACTS TO ADD FUNDS TOTALING $153,611.00 FOR USE IN CONNECTION WITH THE ONGOING PROJECT; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENTS FOR CONTRACTUAL SERVICES. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NOS. 93580, MARCH 15, 2001; ORDINANCE NO. 94260, AUGUST 2, 2OO1.)

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AN ORDINANCE 95011

AUTHORIZING THE NEGOTIATION AND EXECUTION OF A DONATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS AND SEA WORLD OF TEXAS, INC. PROVIDING FOR THE DONATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF SEVENTEEN (17) APPROXIMATELY SIX FOOT TALL BRONZE STATUES OF TEXAS DIGNITARIES FROM SEA WORLD TO THE CITY.

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AN ORDINANCE 95012

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $740,000.00, THROUGH A GRANT AWARDED TO THE SAN ANTONIO PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION, TO IMPLEMENT THE LIBRARY DEPARTMENT’S LITTLE READ WAGON PROGRAM; AUTHORIZING A PERSONNEL COMPLEMENT OF THREE FULL-TIME GRANT-FUNDED LIBRARY DEPARTMENT POSITIONS FUNDED FOR THE THREE-YEAR TERM OF THE GRANT; AND ACCEPTING THE GIFT OF TWO LITTLE READ WAGONS (2001 FORD WINDSTAR VANS) WITH SPECIAL GRAPHICS AT A TOTAL VALUE OF $47,530.00.

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AN ORDINANCE 95013

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO ACCEPT A GRANT FROM THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE FUND BOARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $53,485.00 TO BE USED FOR THE PURCHASE OF COMPUTER EQUIPMENT FOR COMPUTER TRAINING AND DISTANCE EDUCATION FOR STAFF OF SAN ANTONIO PUBLIC LIBRARY AND THE MEMBER LIBRARIES OF THE ALAMO AREA LIBRARY SYSTEM FOR THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 2001 TO AUGUST 2002.

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AN ORDINANCE 95014

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE (USAF) FOR THE USE OF FOUR MUSEUM DISPLAY AIRPLANES LOCATED AT KELLYUSA; AUTHORIZING A SEPARATE AGREEMENT WITH THE GREATER KELLY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (GKDA) ASSIGNING FINANCIAL LIABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF THESE MUSEUM AIRPLANES TO GKDA AND AUTHORIZING ANNUAL RENEWAL AGREEMENTS WITH THE USAF AND GKDA AS NEEDED.

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AN ORDINANCE 95015

AUTHORIZING A LEGAL SERVICES CONTRACT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000.00, WITH THE LAW FIRM OF GOODE, CASSEB, JONES, RIKLIN, CHOATE & WATSON, P.C. FOR WORK ASSOCIATED WITH THE

CIBOLO CANYON CONSERVATION AND IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 95016

AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE CONSULTING FIRM OF BIGELOW COMPANIES, INC. TO ASSIST WITH: (1) AN ANALYSIS OF THE CURRENT ALAMODOME CONCESSIONS OPERATION; (2) THE EVALUATION AND APPLICATION OF CURRENT TRENDS AND POTENTIAL MANAGEMENT RELATIONSHIPS IN THE CONCESSIONS INDUSTRY; (3) PREPARING REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS AND OTHER APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTS FOR THE ACQUISITION OF CONCESSIONS SERVICES; (4) REVIEWING AND EVALUATING THE PROPOSALS, (5) ASSISTING THE CITY IN THE SELECTION OF A NEW FOOD AND BEVERAGE CONCESSIONAIRE THROUGH THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PROCESS; (6) NEGOTIATING A CONTRACT WITH THE SELECTED VENDOR; AND (7) ADVISING THE CITY ON PRODUCT RIGHTS, PACKAGING SPONSORSHIPS AND ADVERTISING, WITH A TERM LASTING FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROJECT, WHICH IS EXPECTED TO BE COMPLETED IN MAY 2002, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $39,500.00, WHICH INCLUDES SPECIFIED, ITEMIZED, REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $7,500.00; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 95017

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A CONTINUATION GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $30,433.00 FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR THE HOUSING COUNSELING PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY INITIATIVES, COMMUNITY ACTION DIVISION, FAIR HOUSING PROGRAM EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2001 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2002; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT; ESTABLISHING A FUND; APPROVING A BUDGET AND PERSONNEL COMPLEMENT.

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AN ORDINANCE 95018

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A DELEGATE AGENCY CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $46,614.00 WITH SAN ANTONIO METROPOLITAN MINISTRY (SAMM) FOR THE OPERATION OF THE DWYER AVENUE CENTER OVERFLOW SHELTER FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 1, 2001 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2002.

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AN ORDINANCE 95019

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF EIGHT (8) CONTRACTS FOR MARKETING CULTURAL TOURISM PROJECTS AS FOLLOWS: 1) THE ALAMEDA - $17,600.00, 2) ARTS SAN ANTONIO - $19,900.00, 3) CENTRO CULTURAL AZTLAN - $10,600.00, 4) CLOGGER’S SHOWCASE - $4,200.00, 5) GUADALUPE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER - $16,300.00, 6) MEMORIAL HALL AND MUSEUM - $10,100.00, 7) SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART - $20,000.00, AND 8) SAN PEDRO PLAYHOUSE - $3,900.00; APPROPRIATING FUNDS AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 87326, FEBRUARY 5, 1998.)

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AN ORDINANCE 95020

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO SUBMIT A $91,600.00 GRANT APPLICATION TO THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, WHICH, IF AWARDED, WOULD FUND THE FIRST YEAR OF PROJECT EASE OF THE VICTIMS ADVOCACY SECTION.

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AN ORDINANCE 95021

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO SUBMIT A $99,699.00 GRANT APPLICATION TO THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR, CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, WHICH, IF AWARDED, WOULD FUND THE FIFTH YEAR OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND COORDINATION EFFORTS OF THE CRISIS ASSISTANCE TEAM ADMINISTRATION OF THE VICTIMS ADVOCACY SECTION.

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AN ORDINANCE 95022

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO SUBMIT A "LETTER OF INTENT" TO SEEK 2^ND YEAR FUNDING OF THE THREE-YEAR TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TXDOT) DWI SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM, WHICH WILL CONTINUE TO FUND AN OVERTIME PROGRAM FOR DWI ENFORCEMENT, FOR THE GRANT PERIOD OCTOBER 1, 2002, TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2003.

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AN ORDINANCE 95023

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE TO SUBMIT A THREE YEAR, $1,050,000.00 ($350,000.00 PER YEAR) GRANT APPLICATION TO THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TXDOT) FOR A HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM GRANT, TO PROVIDE INCREASED COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT THROUGH THE USE OF OVERTIME.

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AN ORDINANCE 95024

ACCEPTING A DONATION FROM THE SAN ANTONIO KENNEL CLUB OF TEN (10) CANINE "COOL VESTS," AT AN ESTIMATED VALUE OF $2,160.00, FOR THE SAN ANTONIO POLICE DEPARTMENT K-9 UNIT.

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AN ORDINANCE 95025

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT WITH CORPORATE PAYROLL ADMINISTRATORS TO PROVIDE PAYROLL SERVICES TO THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCILMEMBERS FOR THEIR ADMINISTRATIVE AIDES, FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $18,750.00, FOR A ONE (1) YEAR PERIOD WITH TWO (2) ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR RENEWAL PERIODS; AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE SERVICES THROUGH THE PERIOD DECEMBER 31, 2001; AND AMENDING CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT BUDGETS, ORDINANCE NO. 94578, PASSED AND APPROVED SEPTEMBER 20, 2001, AND ORDINANCE NO. 93760, PASSED AND APPROVED APRIL 12, 2001, IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH.

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AN ORDINANCE 95026

APPROVING THE PARADE PERMIT AND AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF AVENUE B BETWEEN JOSEPHINE AND PEARL PARKWAY, AVENUE B FROM PEARL PARKWAY TO TULETA IN CONNECTION WITH THE CHRISTMAS PARK 5-KEG RUN TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2001 BEGINNING AT 7:30 A.M. UNTIL 9:30 A.M., SPONSORED BY SAMS BURGER JOINT.

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AN ORDINANCE 95027

AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CERTAIN DOWNTOWN STREETS IN CONNECTION WITH THE CITY’S NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION TO BE HELD IN HEMISFAIR PARK ON DECEMBER 31, 2001; PROHIBITING "LIQUID STRING," SILLY STRING, SUPER STRING, SNAPPERS, THROWDOWNS, POPPING MATCH STICKS, POP POPS, AND GLASS BEVERAGE CONTAINERS IN LA VILLITA, HEMISFAIR PARK AND ON CERTAIN DOWNTOWN STREETS NEAR THE HEMISFAIR PARK AREA IN CONNECTION WITH SAID EVENT; AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS PROVISION.

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AN ORDINANCE 95028

APPOINTING LOUIS WESTERMAN (REAL ESTATE-DISTRICT 1) AND DR. FRANCISCO G. CIGARROA (TECHNOLOGY/RESEARCH-DISTRICT 4) TO THE BROOKS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR TERMS OF OFFICE TO EXPIRE ON NOVEMBER 4, 2003.

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AN ORDINANCE 95029

APPOINTING MARY LEE BUETTNER (PROVIDER-DISTRICT 4) TO THE DISABILITY ACCESS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR A TERM OF OFFICE TO EXPIRE ON JUNE 30, 2003.

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AN ORDINANCE 95030

APPOINTING ALEXIS RENEE WRIGHT (DISTRICT 7) TO THE SAN ANTONIO YOUTH COMMISSION FOR A TERM OF OFFICE TO EXPIRE ON JUNE 1, 2002.

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AN ORDINANCE 95031

APPOINTING BERNADETTE J. KIM (DISTRICT 8) TO THE HOUSING TRUST FUND BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR A TERM OF OFFICE TO EXPIRE ON MAY 30, 2003.

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2001-44 The Clerk read a proposed ordinance authorizing the City Manager or her designated representative to execute an Upper Huebner Creek Development Agreement with De Zavala Capital Associates 1992-1, Ltd., for professional engineering services in connection with a Regional Storm Water Facility and related drainage improvements at Prue Road and Huebner Creek located in Council District 8.

Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

Mr. Tom Wendorf, Director of Public Works, explained the proposed agreement with De Zavala Capital Associates regarding the Regional Storm Water Facility and the drainage improvements, noting the benefits to the City, a copy of which is on file with the papers of this meeting.

After discussion, Ms. Conner made a substitute motion to delay the ordinance for one week. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

The substitute motion to postpone the ordinance to December 20, 2001, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.

The main motion, as substituted, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95032

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH THE FANNIE MAE CORPORATION FOR THE PROVISION OF PROPERTY DISPOSITION AND RENOVATION SERVICES FOR SINGLE FAMILY HOMES FOR THE PERIOD OF DECEMBER 11, 2001 TO DECEMBER 10, 2002 IN CONNECTION WITH THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO’S HOUSING ASSET RECOVERY PROGRAM.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

Mr. David Garza, Director of Neighborhood Action, explained the proposed contract extension with Fannie Mae Corporation, a copy of which is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the provision of property disposition services and the renovation services for the single-family homes in connection with the Housing Asset Recovery Program.

In response to Mr. Perez, Mr. Garza reported on the status of homes and goals for 2002. He further elaborated on the budget and timeline of the respective projects, adding that such programs exist only in one other county, that being in San Bernardino, California.

Mr. Perez requested additional information be provided to the Housing Committee, and further expressed concern on the standards and goals for the City of San Antonio. He added that adequate staffing and financial resources be allocated to meet the needs of the community. He requested that periodic reports be made to the City Council.

In response to Mr. Perez regarding the Assistant City Manager position, City Manager Terry Brechtel stated that it should be filled by the end of the first quarter of this year.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Martin, Garcia, Castro.

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2001-44 ZONING HEARINGS

5A.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001245 - The request of City of San Antonio/Municipal Facilities Corp., Applicant, for Kenneth P. Wolf, Vice President and General Manager of Metropolitan Resources, Inc., Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "I-1" Industrial District and "B-3 R" Restrictive Business District, to "C-3 NA" Commercial District Nonalcoholic Sales on Lots 5 thru 8, Block 8, NCB 2562; Lots 1 thru 12, and P-101, Block 3, NCB 2561; Lots 7 thru 12, Block 1, NCB 2560; Lot A-1 and P-100 , NCB A-63 from "I-1" Industrial District, "B-3" Business District, and "B-3 NA" Nonalcoholic Sales District, to "IDZ" with permitted uses including "MF-50" and "C-3" on Lots 1 thru 6, Block 1, NCB 2560, Lots 5 thru 11, Block 4, NCB 2561; Lots 11 thru 14, Block 5, NCB 2554; Lot A-12 and East 46 feet of Lot A-10, NCB 985. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 1).

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Mr. Perez made a motion to continue this rezoning case until the City Council meeting of December 20, 2001. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion to continue this case until December 20, 2001, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Moorhouse, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Sanders, Martin, Garcia.

Zoning Case Z2001245 was continued to the Council meeting of December 20, 2001.

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5B.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001210 - The request of Dugas Diversified Development L.C., Applicant, for Dugas Diversified Development L.C., Owner(s), for a change in zoning from Temporary "R-1" Single-Family Residence District to "R-4" Residential Single-Family District (72.636 acres), "C-2" Commercial District (14.658 acres), "C-3" Commercial District (9.037 acres) and "C-1" Commercial District (4.453 acres) on a 100.784 acre tract of land out of NCB 15894, Walzem Road and Gibbs Sprawl Road. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 2)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Mr. Sanders made a motion to approve the proposed rezoning. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the following Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Sanders, Moorhouse, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Perez, Martin, Garcia, Castro.

AN ORDINANCE 95033

AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE THAT CONSTITUTES THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF AND REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN AS A 100.784 ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF NCB 15894, WALZEM ROAD AND GIBBS SPRAWL ROAD, FROM TEMPORARY "R-1" SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "R-4" RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY DISTRICT (72.636 ACRES), "C-2" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (14.658 ACRES), "C-3" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (9.037 ACRES) AND 100 FEET OF "C-1" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (4.453 ACRES).

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5C.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001249 - The request of Mrs. Grayson Cecil, Applicant, for Mrs. Grayson Cecil, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "B" Residence District to "C-2 NA" Commercial Non-Alcoholic Sales District on 2.488 acres of NCB 10879, SE Military Dr. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 3)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Ms. Moorhouse made a motion to approve the proposed rezoning. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

AN ORDINANCE 95034

AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE THAT CONSTITUTES THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF AND REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN AS 2.488 ACRES OF NCB 10879, S.E. MILITARY DRIVE, FROM "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C-2 NA" COMMERCIAL NON-ALCOHOLIC SALES DISTRICT.

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5D.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001250 - The request of Grayson Cecil, Applicant, for Grayson Cecil, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "B" Residence District to "C-2 NA" Commercial, Non-Alcoholic Sales District (2.755 acres), "C-2" Commercial District (11.584 acres) and "MF-33" Multi-Family District (28.457 acres) all acreages out of NCB 10879 on 42.796 acres out of NCB 10879, Southeast Military Drive. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 3)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Ms. Moorhouse made a motion to approve the proposed rezoning. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the following Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Martin, Garcia, Castro.

AN ORDINANCE 95035

AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE THAT CONSTITUTES THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF AND REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN AS 42.796 ACRES OUT OF NCB 10879, SOUTHEAST MILITARY DRIVE, FROM "B" RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "C-2 NA" COMMERCIAL, NON-ALCOHOLIC SALES DISTRICT (2.755 ACRES), "C-2" COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (11.584 ACRES) AND "MF-33" MULTI-FAMILY DISTRICT (28.457 ACRES) ALL ACREAGES OUT OF NCB 10879.

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5E.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001097 SUP - The request of Richard R. Whitcher, Applicant, for Richard R. Whitcher, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from Temporary "R-1" Single-Family Residence District to "R-1 SUP" Single-Family Residence District with a Special Use Permit for one manufactured home on Lot 7, Block 1, NCB 15629, 5115 Sherry Drive. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 4)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Mr. Richard Whitcher, applicant, presented the subject area, and explained the set-up noting that he couldn’t do anything else with the property. He stated that mobile homes were in the surrounding area.

Mr. Martin stated he recognized the area had problems, and that his own efforts were to try and clean up the area. He then made a motion to deny the zoning request. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion to deny the rezoning request prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Garcia, Castro.

Zoning Case Z2001097SUP was denied.

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5H.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001222 - The request of German Ballesteros, Applicant, for German Ballesteros, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "B-2" Business District and "B-2 NA" Non-Alcoholic Sales Business District to "R-5" Residential Single-Family District on Lots 17 thru 22, Block 1, NCB 11998, 103 Tellez St. Staff’s recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 5).

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Mr. Barrera made a motion to continue this rezoning case until the City Council meeting of January 24, 2002. Mr. Carpenter seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion to continue this case until January 24, 2002, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Martin, Garcia, Castro.

Zoning Case Z2001222 was continued to the Council meeting of January 24, 2002.

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5I.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001236 - The request of Roger Lawhead, Applicant, for George Nalle, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "B-2" Business District to "C-3 NA" Commercial Non-Alcoholic Sales District on Lots 5, NCB 8535, 1235 S. General McMullen Dr. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 6)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Mr. Barrera made a motion to approve the proposed rezoning. Mr. Carpenter seconded the motion.

AN ORDINANCE 95036

AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE THAT CONSTITUTES THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF AND REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN AS LOT 5, NCB 8535, 1235 S. GENERAL MEMULLEN DRIVE, FROM "B-2" BUSINESS DISTRICT TO "C-3 NA" COMMERCIAL NON-ALCOHOLIC SALES DISTRICT.

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5K.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001138 - The request of W. H. Fairer, Applicant, for W. H. Fairer, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "R-8" Large Lot Residence District to "O-1" Office District on Lots P5F and P5G NCB 34781, 5950 Camp Bullis Road. Staff's recommendation was for denial.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval (Council District 8)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Mr. Carpenter made a motion to continue this rezoning case until the City Council meeting of January 10, 2002. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion to continue this case until January 10, 2002, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Martin, Castro.

Zoning Case Z2001132A was continued to the Council meeting of January 10, 2002.

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5F.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001234 - The request of Mario Aguilar, Applicant, for Sonya Heldt Harris, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "R-1" Single Family Residence District, to "O-1" Office District on East 115.08 of Lot 4, Block 2, NCB 7786, 145 W Hart Avenue. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 5)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Mr. Garcia made a motion to approve the proposed rezoning. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the following Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Martin, Castro.

AN ORDINANCE 95037

AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE THAT CONSTITUTES THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF AND REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN AS EAST 115.08 OF LOT 4, BLOCK 2, NCB 7786, 145 W. HART AVENUE, FROM "R-1" SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE DISTRICT, TO "O-1" OFFICE DISTRICT.

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5G.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001241S - The request of Felan & Assoc., Applicant, for Max Sauceda, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "H" Local Retail District to "C-3 NA-S" Commercial Non Alcoholic Sales District with a Specific Use Permit for auto paint and body shop on Lots 19, 20, 21, 22, Block 2, NCB 2287, 3103 W. Commerce Street. Staff's recommendation was for denial.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval with the following conditions: 1) The chain link fence shall be replaced by a six (6) foot solid screen fence. 2) lighting shall be subdued so as to not to offend nearby residences. 3) No parking or dumping shall be allowed in the alley. 4) Hours of operation shall be between 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. 5) Tinted windows will be on storefront of building. (Council District 5)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

The following citizen(s) appeared to speak:

Mr. H. R. Hernandez, spoke to the type of business being established, and expressed concern with the hazardous fumes to be exposed in the residential area.

Ms. Mary Felan, spoke in support of the zoning change.

Ms. Patricia Sauceda, spoke in favor of the proposed zoning.

Mr. Johnny Romo, 3103 W. Commerce, spoke of the business being opened, and added that he would abide by all the conditions as set out by the staff and Councilman Garcia.

Mr. Carlos Navarro, expressed concern with the hazardous fumes, noting that the business was surrounded by residential homes.

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Mr. Garcia made a motion to approve with the required conditions. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the following Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro.

AN ORDINANCE 95038

AMENDING CHAPTER 35 OF THE CITY CODE THAT CONSTITUTES THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF AND REZONING CERTAIN PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN AS LOTS 19, 20, 21, 22, BLOCK 2, NCB 2287, 3103 W. COMMERCE STREET, FROM "H" LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT TO "C-3 NA-S" COMMERCIAL NON ALCOHOLIC SALES DISTRICT WITH A SPECIFIC USE PERMIT FOR AUTO PAINT AND BODY SHOP.

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5J.) CASE NUMBER #Z2001138 - The request of Slay Engineering, Roger Lawhead, Applicant, for George Nalle, Owner(s), for a change in zoning from "R-8" Large Lot Residence District to "O-1" Office District on Lots P5F, and P5G, NCB 34781, 5950 Camp Bullis Road. Staff's recommendation was for approval.

Zoning Commission has recommended approval. (Council District 6)

Mr. Ray Lozano, Land Development Services, explained the proposed rezoning case.

Ms. Conner made a motion to approve with deed restrictions. Mr. Schubert seconded the motion.

AN ORDINANCE 95039

ROAD, "R-8" LARGE LOT RESIDENCE DISTRICT TO "O-1" OFFICE DISTRICT.

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2001-44 ITEMS FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSIDERATION:

The City Clerk read a proposed ordinance to appoint members to the San Antonio Development Agency. She explained that the nominations had been brought forward from the "B" Session held on November 15, 2001.

Mr. Perez made a motion to nominate the following candidates: Ms. Linda Tippins; Ms. Ann Paddie; Mr. Patrick Williams Christensen; Mr. Peter Marshall; Mr. James Daryl Byrd; Mr. Art Vega; and Mr. Jonathan Starr. Mr. Carpenter seconded the motion.

Mrs. Rodriguez noted for the record that two candidates had withdrawn their names from consideration, those being Mr. Hector Morales and Ms. Marisol Perez.

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AN ORDINANCE 95040

APPOINTING AND REAPPOINTING SEVEN MEMBERS TO THE SAN ANTONIO DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR STAGGERED TERMS OF OFFICE. [NOMINEES: LINDA TIPPIN (DISTRICT 2); ANN B. PADDIE (DISTRICT 10); PATRICK WILLIAMS CHRISTENSEN (DISTRICT 1); PETER MARSHALL (DISTRICT 3); JAMES DARYL BYRD (MAYOR); ART VEGA (DISTRICT 6); AND JONATHAN S. STARR (DISTRICT 8)]

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2001-44 The City Clerk read a proposed Ordinance appointing Dr. Sarah Kolb to the Advisory Board of Health of the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District for a term of office to expire on December 31, 2004.

City Clerk Rodriguez stated that the nomination had been brought forward from the "B" Session held on November 15, 2001.

Mr. Perez made a motion to nominate Dr. Sarah Kolb to serve on the Board of Health. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the following Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Moorhouse, Castro.

AN ORDINANCE 95041

REAPPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE ADVISORY BOARD HEALTH OF SAN ANTONIO METROPOLITAN DISTRICT FOR A TERM OF OFFICE TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31, 2004. {NOMINEE: DR. SARA KOLB, PH. D. (NURSES ASSOCIATION-DISTRICT 8)]

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2001-44 The Clerk read a proposed Ordinance appointing Mr. Loren Wood and Mr. Scott McGauvran to the Noise Abatement Advisory Committee for terms of office to expire on December 15, 2003.

City Clerk Norma S. Rodriguez stated that the nomination had been brought forward from the "B" Session held on November 15, 2001.

Mr. Carpenter made a motion to nominate Mr. Loren Wood and Mr. Scott McGauvran to serve on the Committee. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

AN ORDINANCE 95042

REAPPOINTING TWO MEMBERS TO THE NOISE ABATEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR TERMS OF OFFICE TO EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 15, 2003. [NOMINEES: LOREN WOOD (AIRPORT ADVISORY REPRESENTATIVE-DISTRICT 10); SCOTT MCGAUVRAN (NEIGHBORHOOD REPRESENTATIVE-DISTRICT 10)]

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance

AN ORDINANCE 95043

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GENERAL OPERATING AGENCY CONTRACT WITH THE GREATER KELLY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY PERTAINING TO THE DISTRIBUTION OF $2,900,000.00 FOR FIVE CAPITAL PROJECTS IN KELLYUSA.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Carpenter seconded the motion.

Mr. Ramiro Cavazos, Director of Economic Development Department, narrated a slide presentation on the operating agency contract with the Greater Kelly Development Authority, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the background, capital budget, and the proposed projects.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95044

AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF $177,729.00 IN CASH FROM THE AGENCY FOR TOXIC SUBSTANCES AND DISEASE REGISTRY FOR THE SAN ANTONIO METROPOLITAN HEALTH DISTRICT TO CONTINUE A SERIES OF PUBLIC HEALTH SCREENING CLINICS TO ASSESS THE STATUS AND HEALTH CONCERNS OF THE RESIDENTS NEAR THE FORMER KELLY AIR FORCE BASE DURING THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 30, 2001 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 29, 2002; ESTABLISHING A FUND; ADOPTING A BUDGET; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENTS FOR CONTRACTUAL SERVICES.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

Dr. Fernando Guerra, Director of Health, narrated a slide presentation on Phase II of the environmental health-screening project, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He delineated the purpose, background, objectives of Phases I and II of the grant, further noting the services provided by the wellness center located at Las Palmas Metro Health Clinic, and financial impacts.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Moorhouse, Castro, Schubert.

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2001-44 PUBLIC HEARING – CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF UNIMPROVED ELLA STREET LOCATED BETWEEN MILVID AND BERLIN STREETS.

Mayor Garza declared the Public Hearing to be open.

Ms. Rebecca Waldman, Director of Asset Management, presented the proposed closure, outlining the purpose of the closures, views of the proposed closure, the total area involved, and fiscal impact, a copy of which is on file with the papers of this meeting.

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There being no citizens to speak the Mayor declared the Public Hearing to be closed.

The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95045

CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF UNIMPROVED ELLA STREET, LOCATED BETWEEN MILVID AND BERLIN STREETS, AS REQUESTED BY THE PETITIONERS, ISIDRO GUZMAN AND HUMBERTO VILLELA, FOR A TOTAL CONSIDERATION OF $6,130.00.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Conner seconded the motion.

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2001-44 PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCES: CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING PORTIONS OF VARIOUS STREETS.

Mayor Garza declared the Public Hearing to be open.

Ms. Rebecca Waldman, Director of Asset Management, presented the proposed closure, outlining the purpose of the closures, views of the proposed closure, the total area involved, zoning for the proposed area, notification process, and financial impact, a copy of which is on file with the papers of this meeting.

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There being no citizens to speak the Mayor declared the Public Hearing to be closed.

The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95046

CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING IMPROVED MACKENSON STREET, LOCATED BETWEEN CHESTNUT AND N. WALNUT STREETS, AS REQUESTED BY THE PETITIONER, SETH AND KAYE NEWBERGER, FOR A TOTAL CONSIDERATION OF $15,829.00.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

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2001-44 PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCES: CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING PORTIONS OF VARIOUS STREETS.

Mayor Garza declared the Public Hearing to be open.

Ms. Rebecca Waldman, Director of Asset Management, presented the proposed closure, outlining the purpose of the closures, views of the proposed closure, the total area involved, coordination efforts, notification process, and financial impact, a copy of which is on file with the papers of this meeting.

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There being no citizens to speak the Mayor declared the Public Hearing to be closed.

The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95047

CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING A PORTION OF IMPROVED MAVERICK STREET, LOCATED BETWEEN W. COURTLAND PLACE AND ASHBY AVENUE, AS REQUESTED BY THE PETITIONER AND ABUTTING OWNER, TEMPLE BETH-EL CONGREGATION, FOR A TOTAL CONSIDERATION OF $34,834.00.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95048

AMENDING A PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTRACT WITH ZEPHYR ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION ("ZEPHYR"), IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $132,500.00 FOR CONTINUATION OF THE CITY’S ASSESSMENT AND OVERSIGHT OF UNITED STATES AIR FORCE REMEDIATION EFFORTS NECESSARY TO CLEAN UP ZONE 4 GROUNDWATER, WHICH ADDITIONAL SERVICES INCLUDE ZEPHYR’S DESIGN AND OVERSIGHT OF A VAPOR MONITORING PROGRAM TO BE EXECUTED BY THE AIR FORCE; AUTHORIZING $13,250.00 FOR MISCELLANEOUS ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENGINEERING CONTINGENCY SERVICES; AND PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

Mr. Dan Cardenas, Acting Director of Environmental Services Department, narrated a slide presentation on the Kelly AFB groundwater cleanup and vapor monitoring, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the amendment to the contract with Zephyr Environmental Corporation, timeline of the project events, and the proposed scope of work.

In response to Mr. Barrera regarding the funding sources, Mr. Cardenas stated that the monies would be coming from the environmental service fund.

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2001-44 MEETING OF THE SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST CORPORATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES

City Council recessed its regular meeting in order to convene the meeting of the San Antonio Housing Trust Finance Corporation Board of Trustees.

The following members were present: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro.

Mr. Milo Nitschke, Director of Finance Department, narrated a slide presentation on the selection of financial underwriting syndicate for the single family housing revenue bonds and mortgage credit certificates program, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the purpose of the bonds, the selection committee members, the senior manager evaluation criteria, selection process, and the co-manager evaluation criteria and selection process.

The Clerk read the following Resolution:

A RESOLUTION

RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINANCIAL UNDERWRITING SYNDICATE, COMPRISED OF MORGAN KEEGAN & COMPANY, INC., AS SENIOR MANAGER, AND WILLIAM R. HOUGH & COMPANY AND SOUTHWESTERN CAPITAL MARKETS, INC., AS CO-MANAGERS, FOR THE POTENTIAL DESIGN AND STRUCTURE OF UP TO $25,000,000 SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FINANCE CORPORATION FINANCING WHICH MAY INCLUDE IMPLEMENTATION OF A MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM AND THE UNDERWRITING AND SALE OF SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FINANCE CORPORATION SINGLE FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2002 UP TO $25,000,000.

Mr. Martin made a motion to approve the proposed Resolution. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Resolution, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro.

Mayor Garza then adjourned the meeting of the San Antonio Housing Trust Finance Corporation Board of Directors at 3:25 P.M. and reconvened in regular City Council Session.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Resolution:

A RESOLUTION

NO. 2001-44-51

APPROVING THE SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FINANCE CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINANCIAL UNDERWRITERS FOR THE POTENTIAL DESIGN AND STRUCTURE OF UP TO $25,000,000 SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FINANCE CORPORATION FINANCING WHICH MAY INCLUDE IMPLEMENTATION OF A MORTGAGE CREDIT CERTIFICATE PROGRAM AND THE UNDERWRITING AND SALE OF SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FINANCE CORPORATION SINGLE FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2002 UP TO $25,000,000.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Resolution. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Resolution, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95049

AMENDING THE JURISDICTION OF THE MUNICIPAL COURT OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO TO INCLUDE CIVIL JURISDICTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENFORCING MUNICIPAL ORDINANCES DEALING WITH DANGEROUS STRUCTURES AND JUNKED VEHICLES AND CONCURRENT JURISDICTION WITH DISTRICT COURT OR A COUNTY COURT AT LAW FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENFORCING HEALTH AND SAFETY AND NUISANCE ABATEMENT ORDINANCES; GRANTING THE MUNICIPAL COURT OF THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO AUTHORITY TO ISSUE SEARCH AND SEIZURE WARRANTS; AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

Mr. Frank Garza, City Attorney, narrated a slide presentation on the civil jurisdiction for the Municipal Court, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the background, powers given to the Municipal Court, pros and cons of the civil jurisdiction, the implementation, and the budget needs for the future.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Martin, Castro.

(At this point, Mayor Garza was obliged to leave the meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Schubert presided.)

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95050

PROVIDING FOR THE CONTINUED AD VALOREM TAXATION OF A LEASED MOTOR VEHICLE THAT IS USED PRIMARILY FOR ACTIVITIES THAT DO NOT INVOLVE THE PRODUCTION OF INCOME.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Carpenter seconded the motion.

Mr. Milo Nitschke, Director of Finance, explained the proposed Ordinance regarding the taxation of leased motor vehicles, a copy of which is on file with the papers of this meeting.

Mr. Jim Campbell, Director of External Relations, further clarified the new Senate Bill to take effective on January 1, 2002, noting the other Texas cities that would be adopting ordinances to provide for the continued taxation of personal use leased vehicles.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: Perez. ABSENT: Castro.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Resolution:

A RESOLUTION

NO. 2001-44-52

EXPRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL’S INTENT TO CREATE A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (TIF) REINVESTMENT ZONE FOR NORTH EAST CROSSING LOCATED NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF WOODLAKE PARKWAY AND EISENHAUSER ROAD FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND OTHER AMENITIES FOR THE AREA.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Resolution. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

Mr. David Garza, Director of Neighborhood Action, narrated a slide presentation on Tax Increment Financing Reinvestment Zone for the Northeast Crossing area, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the City guidelines, the details of the Northeast Crossing project, the proposed public improvements, and the boundaries of the proposed reinvestment zone.

Mr. Perez requested that staff present an update on the tax increment financing projects, with the corresponding projects, and the status of the interlocals, such as the Rosedale project.

Mayor Garza also emphasized the importance of working together with the County officials to address any concerns in order to move forward with the tax increment financing projects.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Resolution, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Schubert, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Castro, Carpenter.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95051

RELEASING FROM THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO’S EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION (ETJ) 20 LOTS COMPRISING APPROXIMATELY 17.5 ACRES, LOCATED IN THE PARK LANE SUBDIVISION IN COMAL COUNTY.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

Mr. Emil Moncivais, Director of Planning, narrated a slide presentation on the City of Garden Ridge petition for the Extra Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) release, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He delineated issues regarding the subject area, background on the petition, views of the area, and acreage involved in the Park Lane subdivision.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Martin, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Moorhouse, Garcia.

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2001-44 Item 82 being a proposed ordinance releasing from the City of San Antonio’s extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) 710 acres for the exchange of the release of certain property amounting to approximately 568 acres from the ETJ of the City of Helotes, was pulled from consideration by the City Manager.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95052

AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 93642, PASSED ON MARCH 22, 2001, APPROVING THE CITY’S TAX PHASE-IN GUIDELINES, TO CLARIFY GUIDELINE LANGUAGE BY STRENGTHENING PROTECTION STANDARDS IN THE TAX PHASE-IN ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR PROJECTS WITHIN THE EDWARDS AQUIFER RECHARGE ZONE. (AMENDS ORDINANCE NO. 93642, MARCH 22, 2001.)

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Mr. Martin made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

Mr. Ramiro Cavazos, Director of Economic Development Department, narrated a slide presentation on the revisions to the tax phase-in guidelines related to the development project with the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone (EARZ), a copy of which are on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the recommendations made from SAWS, City staff, and the Edwards Aquifer Authority (EAA), specifically noting the limits of impervious cover in the respective categories within the recharge zone. He further presented views of the impervious cover for certain projects, and the requirements for conservation easements.

The following citizen(s) appeared to speak:

Mr. Tim McCallum, COPS/METRO, spoke in opposition to the tax abatements, and expressed concern on the adequate protection of the Aquifer with additional development in the recharge area.

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In response to Mayor Garza regarding the percentage of undeveloped land in the three categories, Mr. Cavazos stated that due to some missing records, an accurate percentage of land could not be presented.

Mr. Cavazos further explained the impervious cover for some of the recent projects over the recharge zone, which included Diamond Shamrock, Fiesta Texas, and La Cantera. Mr. Cavazos stated there was no scientific explanation for the recommended percentages, noting this decision was made after deliberations by the Committee.

Discussion continued on the percentages of undeveloped land and the impervious cover.

Mr. Cavazos stated that the guidelines do not provide for conservation easements, noting that this issue should be brought forward at the time of negotiation. He added that if property owners give rights for consideration of tax phase-ins, deed restrictions should be tied with the negotiations.

Mr. Castro then made a motion for an amendment to strike out any references to tax abatements over the Edwards Aquifer. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

Ms. Conner thanked the staff for their work, and clarified the process of the Balanced Growth Committee. She stated that any scientific information will denote that degradation begins at 15% impervious cover. She added that a campus setting is more desirable than residential homes, and that the guidelines represented a concerted effort to protect the Aquifer if any development does occur.

Ms. Conner then proposed a second amendment to change the impervious cover to 30% maximum for Categories 1 and 2, with the 15% remaining for Category 3. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

Mr. Martin made a substitute motion to postpone the item for one week. Mr. Carpenter seconded the motion.

After consideration, the substitute motion failed by the following vote: AYES: Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Schubert, Carpenter. NAYS: Perez, Sanders, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Garza. ABSENT: None.

In response to Mayor Garza regarding the 15% impervious cover, Mr. Scott Halty stated that experts at the Institute of Maryland conducted studies and noted that with 15% very minimal pollutants would occur with run-off.

Mayor Garza stated that water quality was a critical issue, noting that the 30% would be reasonable. He added that economic development should be tied to protection measures of the Aquifer.

City Attorney Frank Garza clarified the issue of conflicting amendments if the first amendment was approved.

After discussion, the second amendment to the motion, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Conner, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Sanders, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter.

No vote taken on the first amendment.

After consideration, the main motion, as amended, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95053

AUTHORIZING THE TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $1,000.00 FROM VARIOUS CITY COUNCIL CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO THE LITTLE CHURCH OF LA VILLITA, TO BE USED TO HELP DEFRAY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PROVIDING FOOD TO THE NEEDY DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN BOBBY PEREZ.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance of $500 with funds added by the following Districts: District 2 - $100; District 3 - $100; District 5 - $100; District 6 - $100; Mayor - $100. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, as amended, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Conner, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: None.

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2001-36 CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

Mr. Chris Brady, Assistant City Manager, narrated a slide presentation on the ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW OF CIBOLO CANYON, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the Zephyr Model, consultant selection, the recommended consultant, the scope of work and regulatory review.

Mayor Garza emphasized the need to engage the local environmental groups in the City to serve as resources to the consultant.

In response to Ms. Conner regarding the payment criteria, Mr. Brady stated that the developer will reimburse payment to the City for the consultant’s work such as the case with the Air Force and the Zephyr Corporation.

Discussion continued on the need to conduct public forums and include the community in this project.

Mayor Garza clarified that the consultant needed to report to City Council, followed by the next step to obtain feedback from the stakeholders before making any decisions, and to utilize the information resources already available.

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2001-44 PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCES: TAX INCREMENT REINVESTMENT ZONES.

Mayor Garza declared the Public Hearing to be open.

Mr. David Garza, Director of Neighborhood Action, narrated a slide presentation on the development projects for Plaza Fortuna and Lackland Hills, a copy of which presentation is on file with the papers of this meeting. He outlined the boundaries of the proposed projects, project plans, the proposed public improvements, creation of the zone boards, the effective dates and termination dates of the zones, the preliminary financing plans, and the community benefits.

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There being no citizens to speak the Mayor declared the Public Hearing to be closed.

The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95054

DESIGNATING THE PLAZA FORTUNA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FORTUNA AND HORTENCIA AS A TAX INCREMENT REINVESTMENT ZONE; (II) DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE ZONE; (III) CREATING A BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE ZONE; (IV) PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND A TERMINATION DATE FOR THE ZONE; (V) NAMING THE ZONE "REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER TWELVE, CITY OF SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS"; (VI) ESTABLISHING A TAX INCREMENT FUND; AND (VII) CONTAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Sanders seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner, Schubert.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance

AN ORDINANCE 95055

DESIGNATING THE LACKLAND HILLS PROJECT AREA LOCATED SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 90 AND WITHIN LOOP 410 AT MEDINA BASE ROAD AND PALM VALLEY DRIVE AS A TAX INCREMENT REINVESTMENT ZONE; (II) DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE ZONE; (III) CREATING A BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THE ZONE; (IV) PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE AND A TERMINATION DATE FOR THE ZONE; (V) NAMING THE ZONE "REINVESTMENT ZONE NUMBER THIRTEEN, CITY OF SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS"; (VI) ESTABLISHING A TAX INCREMENT FUND; AND (VII) CONTAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATED THERETO.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

The following citizen(s) appeared to speak:

Mr. Nazarite Ruben Flores Perez, 627 Hearne Avenue, spoke to the subject area being close to his home, and urged the City Council to review the environmental concerns over the plume area.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95056

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $400.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 2 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUND, PAYABLE TO BEAT-AIDS, INC., TO BE USED FOR AIDS PREVENTION EDUCATION AND SERVICES FOR THOSE INFECTED AND AFFECTED BY HIV/AIDS; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JOHN H. SANDERS.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95057

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $500.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 3 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUND, PAYABLE TO ST. MARGARET MARY SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER, TO BE USED TO HELP DEFRAY THE COST OF MEETING ADA REQUIREMENTS FOR A SENIORS’ VAN; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILWOMAN ANTONIETTE "TONI" MOORHOUSE.

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Ms. Moorhouse made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Martin seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95058

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO, AS TENANT, AND MOSES AND CHRISTIE MITCHELL D/B/A VALLEY HI EXECUTIVE CENTER, FOR THE RENTAL OF APPROXIMATELY 625 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE SPACE AT 333 VALLEY HI DRIVE, SUITES 2108 AND 2110, AT A RENTAL OF $550.00 PER MONTH, BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 2001 AND EXPIRING ON DECEMBER 31, 2004; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN ENRIQUE MARTIN, DISTRICT 4.

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Mr. Martin made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95059

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $550.00, FROM THE DISTRICT 4 BUDGET ACCOUNT, PAYABLE TO THE HERITAGE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION, TO HELP DEFRAY THE COST OF RENTING A SHOW MOBILE TRAILER FROM THE CITY OF SAN ANTONIO PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT FOR THE ASSOCIATION’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION, TO BE HELD ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2001; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN ENRIQUE "KIKE" MARTIN.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95060

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $500.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 7 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUND, PAYABLE TO THE FAMILY ALLIANCE COUNCIL, TO BE USED TO COVER EXPENSES FOR A WORKSHOP AND A CONFERENCE THAT WERE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2001, AT THE BAZAN BRANCH LIBRARY ("REACHING OUT TO FATHERS: TRAIN THE TRAINER") AND OCTOBER 13, 2001, AT THE LOMA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ("SAFETY IN THE HOME, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY"), RESPECTIVELY; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JULIÁN CASTRO.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95061

AUTHORIZING THE TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $150.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 7 ($50.00) AND DISTRICT 1 ($100) CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO THE VILLAR BOXING CLUB, A VOLUNTARY ORGANIZATION WHICH PROVIDES A POSITIVE ALTERNATIVE FOR INNER-CITY YOUTH, TO BE USED TO OFFSET REGISTRATION FEES FOR PARTICIPATION IN REGIONAL BOXING TOURNAMENTS; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JULIÁN CASTRO.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance with additional funds added by the following Districts: District 1 - $100. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, as amended, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95062

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $300.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 7 ($100.00), DISTRICT 8 ($100.00) AND DISTRICT 6 ($100) CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO NORTHWEST RAIDERS FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING, TO BE USED TO OFFSET TRAVEL EXPENSES TO AND FROM REGIONAL AND NATIONAL COMPETITIONS IN BEAUMONT, TEXAS, AND

ORLANDO, FLORIDA, RESPECTIVELY; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JULIÁN CASTRO.

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Mr. Garcia made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance with the following funds added: District 6 - $100. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95063

AUTHORIZING THE TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $1000.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 7 ($500) AND DISTRICT 6 ($500) CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO THE TRUMAN JR. HIGH SCHOOL PTA, TO FUND A PROGRAM THAT WILL ASSIST LOW-INCOME STUDENTS UNABLE TO AFFORD BAND INSTRUMENTS; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JULIÁN CASTRO.

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Mr. Garcia made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance with the following funds added: District 6 - $500.00. Mr. Martin seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95064

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $500.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 7 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUND, PAYABLE TO THE ROLLING RIDGE CLUB ASSOCIATION, TO BE USED TO OFFSET THE COST OF PLANTING SIXTY (60) TREES ON CITY PROPERTY ALONG EAST AND WEST ROLLING RIDGE DRIVE, INCLUDING EQUIPMENT RENTAL, SOIL, TREE FERTILIZER AND TREE BARK PROTECTORS; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JULIÁN CASTRO.

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Ms. Moorhouse made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95065

AUTHORIZING THE TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $550.00 FROM VARIOUS CITY COUNCIL CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO THE SAN ANTONIO JUNIOR GOLF ASSOCIATION, TO BE USED TO ASSIST JUNIOR GOLFERS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MARTIN LUTHER KING JUNIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BE HELD ON JANUARY 13-14, 2002; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN JULIÁN CASTRO.

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Ms. Moorhouse made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance with additional funds from the following Districts: District 2 - $150.00; District 3 - $50.00; District 4 - $50.00; District 5 - $50.00; District 6 - $100.00. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95066

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $550.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 5 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUND, PAYABLE TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT, FOR THE USE OF ONE (1) SHOWMOBILE, WITH SOUND SYSTEMS, BY THE SAN ANTONIO AREA HOMELESS ACTION COALITION, TO BE USED FOR ITS ANNUAL "CHRISTMAS UNDER THE BRIDGE" FESTIVITIES, SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2001, FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M.; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN DAVID A. GARCIA.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95067

AUTHORIZING THE TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $1100.00 FROM VARIOUS CITY COUNCIL CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO THE SAN ANTONIO AREA HOMELESS COALITION, TO BE USED TO HELP DEFRAY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH ITS ANNUAL "CHRISTMAS UNDER THE BRIDGE" FESTIVITIES, SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2001, FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 2:00 P.M.; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN DAVID A. GARCIA.

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Mr. Garcia made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance with additional funds from the following Districts: District 1 - $100.00; District 2 - $100; District 3 - $ 100.00; District 4 - $100.00; District 6 - $100; District 7 - $200.00; District 9 - $100.00; District 10 - $100.00; Mayor - $100.00. Mr. Perez seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95068

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $550.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 6 ($250.00), DISTRICT 5 ($200.00) AND DISTRICT 7 ($100.00) CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO THE EDGEWOOD SEMINOLES CHEERLEADING – PEE WEE, TO BE USED TO OFFSET TRAVEL EXPENSES TO AND FROM ORLANDO, FLORIDA, TO ATTEND THE NATIONAL POP WARNER PEE WEE FOOTBALL GAME, ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2001, WHERE THE EDGEWOOD SEMINOLES PEE WEE FOOTBALL TEAM REPRESENTED SAN ANTONIO; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN ENRIQUE M. BARRERA.

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Mr. Garcia made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance with additional funds added by the following Districts: District 5 - $200.00; District 7 - $100.00. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95069

AUTHORIZING THE TOTAL EXPENDITURE OF $950.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 6 ($750.00), DISTRICT 5 ($100.00) AND DISTRICT 7 ($100.00) CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUNDS, PAYABLE TO THE HOLY FAMILY EAGLES POP WARNER FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING, TO BE USED TO OFFSET TRAVEL EXPENSES TO AND FROM ORLANDO, FLORIDA, TO ATTEND THE NATIONAL POP WARNER JR. MIDGET FOOTBALL GAME, ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2001, WHERE THE HOLY FAMILY EAGLES JR. MIDGET FOOTBALL TEAM REPRESENTED SAN ANTONIO; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCIL ENRIQUE M. BARRERA.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance with additional funds from the following Districts: District 5 - $100.00; District 7 - $100.00. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95070

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $200.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 6 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUND, PAYABLE TO THE YOUNG WOMEN’S GROUP, TO BE USED TO OFFSET EXPENSES FOR TICKETS TO A PERFORMANCE OF "CATS" AT THE MAJESTIC THEATER; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN ENRIQUE M. BARRERA.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Ms. Moorhouse seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 The Clerk read the following Ordinance:

AN ORDINANCE 95071

AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF $500.00 FROM THE DISTRICT 6 CONTINGENCY ACCOUNT FUND, PAYABLE TO THE CABLE/WESTWOOD NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION, TO BE USED TO PURCHASE SUPPLIES AND NECESSITIES FOR FAMILIES AFFECTED BY THE STORM ON NOVEMBER 15, 2001, WHICH CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO OVER THIRTY (30) HOMES IN THE CABLE/WESTWOOD AREA OF DISTRICT 6, OFF PINN ROAD; AS REQUESTED BY COUNCILMAN ENRIQUE M. BARRERA.

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Mr. Perez made a motion to approve the proposed Ordinance. Mr. Garcia seconded the motion.

After consideration, the motion, carrying with it the passage of the Ordinance, prevailed by the following vote: AYES: Perez, Sanders, Moorhouse, Martin, Garcia, Barrera, Castro, Schubert, Carpenter, Garza. NAYS: None. ABSENT: Conner.

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2001-44 CITIZENS TO BE HEARD

MR. NAZARITE RUBEN FLORES PEREZ

Mr. Nazarite Ruben Flores Perez, 627 Hearne Avenue, spoke to the need for unity at this time of Christmas. He also spoke about the work he is doing in Austin with regard to

proposed legislation and his work with the State legislators.

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MR. JOSE PEREZ

Mr. Jose Perez, 1502 Holbrook, #6, spoke about his concerns with trying to get any business started with the City and spoke to his inability to submit successful bids.

Mayor Garza spoke to the many offices dedicated to helping small businesses secure business with the City.

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MS. MARY ALVARADO

Ms. Mary Alvarado, 120 Camargo, spoke to the City Council about her concerns with the Designated Historic District areas and her concerns with the process utilized by the Bexar Appraisal District. She also spoke in opposition to the mailing procedures utilized by City departments. She spoke about property being designated historic and yet nothing has been done to improve them.

Mayor Garza stated that the City is doing a historic survey on the original 36 square miles of the City.

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MR. JOHN ELIZONDO

Mr. John Elizondo, Center for Health Care Services, thanked the City Council for the work of the City staff in their work involvement with other Boards and agencies in the City. He spoke in particular to the work of the Center for Health Care Services and their interaction with the City and the County.

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MR. DAVID RIBBLE

Mr. David Ribble, 715 Stadium Drive, spoke of his previous concerns with the proposed PGA Development and stated that he feels that the City Council should direct the consultant being hired to ultimately present the report to the City Council in a formal setting.

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MS. HELEN BALLEW

Ms. Helen Ballew, 103 East Ridgewood, spoke in opposition to the Lumberman’s proposed development for a proposed golf resort. She urged that the City Council reject the proposal altogether. She spoke about her experience with environmental issues and expressed concern about the effects of this land use in the subject area.

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MS. DEBORAH LEVOY

Ms. Deborah Levoy, 1143 Avant, also spoke against any development over the Edwards Recharge Zone and is concerned about any proposed development over our sole source of drinking water. She stated that this development will cause urban sprawl.

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MR. ALAN THOMPSON

Mr. Alan Thompson, reiterated statement made by previous speakers, but spoke on behalf of the Palm Heights Neighborhood Association. They appreciated the focus of the City Council on how they have scaled backed the proposed development and they look forward to hearing the report of the Consultant.

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MS. DIANE LANG

Ms. Diane Lang, PGA Village, spoke against the proposed PGA development over the Edwards Aquifer. She then spoke about the work she and her friends did against the Applewhite Project and the many people who want to further protect the Aquifer.

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MR. GEORGE RICE

Mr. George Rice, PGA Village, thanked the City Council for hiring a consultant to review this project. Nonetheless, he expressed concern on the limitations being imposed on the expert the City has hired by the developers.

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MS. ANALISA PEASE

Ms. Analisa Pease, PGA Village, thanked Councilman Castro and other members of the City Council for the actions taken today with regard to tax abatements. She was concerned about the City staff not hiring an independent consultant to study the project and questions staff’s competence in negotiations with the developers.

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MR. DAVID KLAR

Mr. David Klar, 3925 Chimney Springs Drive, asked that City Council not let special interests influence them. He urged that the City Council keep their number one charge, that is, to protect the health and welfare of its citizens foremost in their minds. He expressed concern about the proposed plans for this project. He stated that there are already enough golf courses and that another site be chosen.

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MS. DIANE SIMPSON

Ms. Diane Simpson, Resident of District 7, spoke in opposition to the proposed PGA resort on this site.

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MS. MARLYS DIETRICK

Ms. Marlys Dietrick, 706 E. Guenther, thanked the City Council for their actions today in amending the item and spoke to an alternative - she distributed to each Council member information from a Texas Tech study.

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MS. MARY VERSTEEG

Ms. Mary Verstee, PGA Village, spoke about utilizing other sites for the proposed PGA village resort in particular where the need for development and jobs can be created.

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DR. JACK ABRAMSON

Dr. Jack Abramson, spoke of the work in the community which involves treating eye diseases in children. He spoke about the federal monies, which he has attempted to utilize to assist children and the cut back in state and federal funds. He asked for funding for a non profit organization to help him in his work with children in this field.

Mayor Garza commended Dr. Abramson for this work in this area and said that eye care is just under another example of how undeserved the children are in this area. He recommended several City programs which may be able to assist him in this area and urged him to contact Councilman Barrera, Chair, of the Council Committee on health issues – he also urged him to contact Dr. Fernando Guerra.

Dr. Abramson stated that his attempts to contact state, federal and local entitites has been unsuccessful. He stated that he needed about $50,000 to continue the program.

Councilwoman Moorhouse asked Dr. Abramson to contact Councilman Barrera as well as his office personally.

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MS. LAURA CLARK-ARGUIJO

Mrs. Laura Clark-Arguijo, 1822 Hicks, spoke about her concerns with the integrity of the developers for the proposed PGA golf village.

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MR. JIM KOCH

Mr. Jim Koch, 8214 Evert, thanked the City Council for allowing them to speak and expressed his concerns and opposition to the proposed PGA Development. He urged them to vote against this project.

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2001-44 EXECUTIVE SESSION

The City Council recessed its regular session at 6:52 P.M. in order to convene in Executive Session for the purpose of:

Attorney-Client consultation regarding status of collective bargaining negotiations and mediation with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 624.

Attorney-Client consultation regarding legal ramifications resulting from proposed amendments to the Administrative Services Agreement with the Fire and Police Retiree Health Care Fund, San Antonio Board.

Attorney-Client consultation regarding status of negotiation of the terms and conditions of an Alamodome lease with the Dallas Cowboys NFL Team for its training camp.

The City Council adjourned the Executive Session at 8:26 P.M. and reconvened in regular session, at which time Mayor Garza stated that City Council had been briefed on the above-styled matters and had given staff direction, but had taken no official action.

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2001-44 There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:27 P.M.

A P P R O V E D

EDWARD D. GARZA

M A Y O R

Attest:

NORMA S. RODRIGUEZ, CMC/AAE

C i t y C l e r k