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CITY of LAREDO RECOGNITION and COMMUNICATION NOTICE M2019-R-20 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 December 2, 2019 5:00 P.M

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CITY of LAREDO RECOGNITION and COMMUNICATION NOTICE M2019-R-20 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 December 2, 2019 5:00 P.M CITY OF LAREDO RECOGNITION AND COMMUNICATION NOTICE M2019-R-20 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 December 2, 2019 5:00 P.M. The Mayor presented following: 1. Recognizing the United South Middle School Cheerleaders for winning 1st place and Grand Championship overall in Corpus Christi, Texas at the Cheer America Competition. Cm. Gonzalez recognized the parents for their hard work in raising funds to send the cheerleading team to competitions and supporting their daughters. Jennifer Benavides, United South Middle School Cheerleading Sponsor, thanked Council for the opportunity to recognize the team for their hard work and dedication. She informed Council that the team will attend the Winter Nationals in Austin this weekend. Mayor Saenz presented the team with certificates of recognition, congratulating them on their accomplishments. AS AMENDED CITY OF LAREDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING M2019-R-20 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1110 HOUSTON STREET LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 December 2, 2019 5:30 P.M. I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Pete Saenz called the meeting to order. II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Pete Saenz led in the pledge of allegiance. III. MOMENT OF SILENCE Mayor Pete Saenz led in a moment of silence. IV. ROLL CALL In attendance: Pete Saenz Mayor Rudy Gonzalez, Jr. District I Vidal Rodriguez District II Mercurio “Merc” Martinez, III District III Alberto Torres, Jr. District IV Norma “Nelly” Vielma District V Dr. Marte Martinez District VI George J. Altgelt District VII Roberto Balli District VIII, Mayor Pro-Tempore Jose A. Valdez, Jr. City Secretary Rosario Cabello Co-Interim City Manager Robert Eads Co-Interim City Manager Kristina L. Hale City Attorney Dr. Marte Martinez and Cm. Altgelt joined at 5:38 p.m. V. MINUTES Approval of the minutes of November 18, 2019. Motion to approve the November 18, 2019, minutes. Moved: Cm. Balli Second: Cm. Gonzalez For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Dr. Marte Martinez and Cm. Altgelt were not present. Citizen comments Maria Soliz, Library Director, invited Council and the public to NavidadFest at the Sames Auto Arena on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. Activities include ice skating, pictures with Santa, Santa’s workshop, live performances from area schools, train rides, pet adoptions, refreshments, and the lighting of the Christmas tree. The event is free to the public and is co- sponsored by the City of Laredo and the Sames Auto Arena. Ricardo Quijano recalled that at the last City Council meeting, he was escorted from Council Chambers without having his questions answered regarding the issue of water quality in Laredo. He reminded Mayor Saenz that, as the Chair, to ensure that citizens receive honest answers and not allow intimidation dictate how Council meetings are held. He asked for transparency and honesty. Mr. Quijano asked if the employees of the Utilities Department, who are bound to tell the truth, would provide information on the water boil notice investigation. He informed Council that he submitted an open records request with the City for the emails of 2 Riazul Mia. He was told that it would cost him $6,000 to receive those emails. He questioned the transparency of that response. He asked Mayor Saenz to make those emails public. VI. RECOGNITION 1. Honoring Veteran of the Month Enrique Reyes as a member of the U.S. Army and recognizing his distinguished service to our country. Rafael Benavides, Public Information Officer, stated that Enrique Reyes graduated from Martin High School in 2000, immediately joining the Army. He served in Iraq; after his service and graduation from Texas A&M International University, Mr. Reyes accepted a full-time position as an Outreach Coordinator at the Laredo Veterans Center and continues to connect with local veterans and educate them on available services. Mr. Benavides played a video presentation highlighting Mr. Reyes’ military career. Mr. Reyes thanked Council for the recognition and introduced his family members in attendance. He noted his gratitude in working at the Laredo Veterans Center as a way to give back to members of the armed forces. Mayor Saenz presented Mr. Reyes with a certificate of recognition for his service to the country. VII. COMMUNICATIONS 1. In grateful appreciation to the Mercy Ministries of Laredo and community members for their generous donations of bottled water during the recent "Boil Water Notice" and for assisting residents in South Laredo. No discussion. 2. Recognizing Judge Victor Villarreal for receiving the Webb County Court-at-Law II designated Center of Excellence by Texas Judicial Council, being the first county court-at- law to earn this recognition. Judge Victor Villarreal explained that the Texas Judicial Council is composed of judges across the entire state; it is chaired by the Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court. Webb County Court at Law 2 was measured in the areas of governance, case flow management, access, fairness, and court operations. Not only did the court prepare reports, but the Judicial Council performed audits. This Court went from one of the worst- rated courts to 100% compliance; Webb County Court at Law 2 was the only court to secure 100% compliance in all areas. He introduced his staff and spouse for their hard work and dedication. Mayor Saenz presented Judge Villarreal with a certificate of recognition for the court’s accomplishment. 3 VIII. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 1. Appointment by Council Member Dr. Marte A. Martinez of Alan McGraw to the Para Transit Advisory Committee. Motion to approve the nomination of Alan McGraw to the Para Transit Advisory Committee. Moved: Cm. Torres Second: Cm. Gonzalez For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Cm. Altgelt was not present. IX. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Motion to open public hearing #1. Moved: Cm. Torres Second: Cm. Gonzalez For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Cm. Altgelt was not present. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximate 9.3453 acres, out of Porcion 19, Joaquin Garcia, Original Grantee, Abstract 47, located at approximate 1,400 LF, South of Aquero Blvd., and East of Bernadette Ln., from AG (Agricultural District) to R-1B (Single Family High Density District); providing for publication and effective date. The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the zone change and staff supports the application. ZC-75-2019 District VII There was no public input. Motion to table pending the opportunity to meet with the Planning Department. Moved: Cm. Altgelt Second: Cm. Torres For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 MPT Balli was not present. 2. Motion to open public hearing #2. Moved: Cm. Torres 4 Second: Cm. Gonzalez For: 7 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 MPT Balli was not present. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing Co-Interim City Managers to amend the annexation ordinance fees of 2018-O-145, 2018-O-146, 2018-O-147, 2018-O- 148, 2018-O-149, 2018-O-150, 2018-O-151, 2018-O-152, 2018-O-153, 2018-O-154, 2018-O-155, 2018-O-156, 2018-O-157, 2018-O-158, 2018-O-159, 2018-O-160, 2018-O- 161, 2018-O-162 and 2018-O-163 for the operation and maintenance of public water and wastewater services section 4a and 4b by deleting the proposed increase cost of living index from 2020; implementing the new annexation fee for operation and maintenance of public water services for residential lots under 10,000 sq ft in the amount of $1,019/lot and over 10,000 sq ft in the amount of $1,530/lot; for commercial/industrial lots under one acre in the amount of $1,020/lot and over one acre in the amount of $1,530/acre; implementing the new annexation fee for operation and maintenance of public wastewater services for residential lots under $10,000 sq ft in the amount of $1,736.04/lot and over 10,000 sq ft in the amount of $2,040/lot; for commercial/industrial lots under five acres in the amount of $1,266.84/acre and $1,530/acre for more than 5 acres.The purpose of this change is to standardize the annexation ordinances for 2018, 2019 and future 2020. There was no public input. Motion to close public hearing and introduce. Moved: Cm. Torres Second: Cm. Altgelt For: 6 Against: 0 Abstain: 0 Dr. Marte Martinez and MPT Balli were not present. X. INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES 3. Authorizing the Co-Interim City Managers to execute a Second Amendment to Equipment Premises Temporary License Agreement between the City of Laredo and Sprint Spectrum Realty Company, LLC, for equipment space at 1501 Water Street, Laredo, Webb County, Texas and subject to an existing License Agreement between the Parties for use of the existing communications tower. Term of the Second Amendment is six (6) months commencing October 7, 2019 and ending April 6, 2020; with a six (6) month renewal option. The Second Amendment fee will be $8,000.00 and the license fee for the renewal term will be $8,500.00, if exercised. Ordinance Introduction: City Council XI. FIRST AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES 5 4. 2019-O-209 Discuss and approve an ordinance authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of approximately $44,500,000.00 "City of Laredo, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates Of Obligation, Series 2019" for paying all or a portion of the city's contractual obligations incurred for the purpose of (1) planning, constructing, improving and repairing city streets, sidewalks, and drainage improvements, together with right-of-ways acquisition, traffic and street signalization landscaping, and lighting improvements; (2) acquiring, constructing and improving municipal parks and recreational facilities; (3)
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