El Paso, Texas 2021 Public Meetings & Decisions • MyTown

Tue Dec 14, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers incentives for 309 Mills Avenue renovation

The council will consider an economic development agreement for a project at 309 Mills Avenue involving a $1,200,000 investment. Other items include a grant application for the Stanton Street Bridge and a plan to extend Montwood Drive.

Economic incentives up to $58,636 for 309 Mills Avenue renovation project
Grant application for Stanton Street Bridge and corridor feasibility study
Information sharing agreement between El Paso and El Paso County law enforcement
Floodgate system agreements with USIBWC at Country Club and Borderland Bridges
Plan development for Montwood Drive extension between Shreya St. and Rich Beem Blvd.

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1334 — Adopted as Amended

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 14 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Dec 13, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council reviews COVID-19 response updates and mask mandate litigation

The City Council will receive updates from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team, including litigation involving Governor Greg Abbott. The session also includes discussions on El Paso Electric's metering plan and the Medical Center of the Americas annual report.

Litigation regarding Governor Greg Abbott and the statewide mask mandate
Medical Center of the Americas annual report and grant fund use
El Paso Electric Company’s Advanced Metering System deployment and fees
City Attorney Office end of year report

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

Tue Dec 7, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers $7.4 million contract for new Fire Station 36

The El Paso City Council will consider several contracts and appointments during its December 7, 2021 meeting. Key items include construction awards for a new fire station and cleaning services for the El Paso International Airport. The council will also review budget updates and ordinance amendments regarding city property.

$7,399,000 contract award for Fire Station 36 construction at 1960 Resler Drive
Cleaning services contract for El Paso International Airport up to $5,417,165.04
Ground lease for Crosswinds Entertainment District at 6631 Montana Avenue
$180,000 increase for fire equipment parts and training
Acceptance of a $4,446.42 donation for downtown banners

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1374 — Approve

14 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1349 — Approve

6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1269 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 16 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Dec 6, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso Council discusses extending COVID-19 disaster declaration and emergency measures

The City Council will consider several emergency ordinances to extend a disaster declaration and re-enact various public health measures. The session also includes presentations regarding El Paso Electric Company's metering plans and the Pioneers 21 annual report.

Emergency Ordinance to extend a Disaster Declaration due to a Public Health Emergency
Emergency Ordinance re-enacting various emergency measures and penalties
Emergency Ordinance allowing temporary uses on public right of way and private property
Presentation on El Paso Electric Company's Advanced Metering System deployment plan and fees
Update on the Pioneers 21 FY2021 Annual Report

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1387 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido absent · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Henry Rivera yea

21-1389 — Approve

6 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea · Henry Rivera absent

21-1390 — Approve

6 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido absent · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-1391 — Approve

6 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido absent · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-1401 — Approve

5 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Henry Rivera absent

21-1404 — Approve

5 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Henry Rivera absent

Thu Dec 2, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council Special Meeting

City Council discusses updates to the city's Strategic Plan toward 2030

The El Paso City Council will meet to discuss and take action on an update to the city's Strategic Plan. This includes reviewing key focus areas and future strategic objectives leading up to 2030.

Update to the Strategic Plan including 2030 objectives

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El Paso Museum of Art - 1 Arts Festival Plaza - El Paso, TX 79901

Agenda (official) · cached copy

Wed Dec 1, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council Special Meeting

City Council to discuss updates to the Strategic Plan toward 2030

The El Paso City Council will review and act on an update to the city's Strategic Plan. This includes discussing key focus areas and future objectives leading to 2030. The council may also enter executive session to discuss matters such as real property or personnel.

Update to the Strategic Plan toward 2030 (Item 21-1362)

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El Paso Museum of Art - 1 Arts Festival Plaza - El Paso, TX 79901

Agenda (official) · cached copy

Tue Nov 23, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council reviews airport concessions and road safety funding

The El Paso City Council is considering several resolutions regarding airport operations and infrastructure projects. This includes a funding agreement for Hercules Avenue safety lights and equipment grants for the Fire Department. The agenda also covers site development plans and various board appointments.

Hercules Avenue Safety Lights project estimated at $679,744
Fire Department Special Operations Teams grant application ($90,239.49)
News rack license agreement at El Paso International Airport
Site development plan for 310 South Mesa Hills Dr.
$5,000 donation from Sierra Machinery for District 3 holiday events

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1333 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1257 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES: — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1319 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1325 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1321 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1284 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1223 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1330 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1315 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1331 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1327 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1360 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1353 — Amend

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1353 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1354 — Amend

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1354 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1357 — Amend

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1357 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Mon Nov 22, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council to discuss COVID-19 recovery and El Paso Electric's strategic plan

The City Council will receive a presentation from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding activities and legal updates. El Paso Electric Company will present its strategic plan, including transportation electrification goals. The session also includes updates on housing rehabilitation and affordable development programs.

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team presentation
El Paso Electric Company strategic plan and transportation electrification update
Housing Programs Update for rehabilitation and affordable development
Potential real property transactions managed by El Paso Water Utilities
Economic incentives for manufacturing companies in El Paso

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1339 — Approve

5 yea · 3 absent · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello absent · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Tue Nov 9, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers body worn camera grant application

The El Paso City Council will consider authorizing a grant application for police body worn cameras. The agenda also includes airport lease amendments and contract increases for arterial lighting improvements. Additionally, council members will review street closures for the Sun Bowl parade.

$663,720.00 Body Worn Camera Grant application for El Paso Police Department
Lease amendment with DHL Express (USA), Inc. at 301 George Perry Blvd
Contract increase for Yarbrough, George Dieter and Lee Trevino lighting project to $603,956.76
Street closures on Copia St. for the Sun Bowl Thanksgiving Day Parade
Salazar Apartments rehabilitation at 311 S. Eucalyptus Street

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1104 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 17 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Nov 8, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

Council discusses downtown arts center development and COVID-19 emergency ordinances

The City Council will review updates from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Team regarding state litigation and disaster declarations. The session also includes actions on re-enacting several emergency ordinances and discussing development plans for a downtown performing arts center.

Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019035 to extend a Disaster Declaration
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019036 regarding emergency measures
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019241
Update on El Paso Electric Company’s FERC application for transmission tariff revisions
Development of cost estimates and consultant hiring for the Downtown Multi-Purpose Performing Arts Center

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1301 — Amend

16 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1301 — Approved as Revised

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1283 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Oct 26, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

City Council considers airport terminal license agreement with SITA Information Networking

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including a five-year license agreement for the El Paso International Airport terminal. The agenda also includes street closures for WinterFest and updates to council attendance procedures.

Five-year license agreement with SITA Information Networking Computing USA, Inc. at the airport terminal
Parking meter fee exemptions north of I-10 for WinterFest on November 20, 2021
Temporary street closures on Mesa St. and Texas Ave. for the WinterFest Celebration of Lights Parade
$264,139.21 change order for Paso Del Norte Port of Entry roundabout improvements (postponed)
New first-come, first-served policy for Council Member videoconference attendance

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1251 — Denied

4 yea · 3 nay · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1246 — Approve

5 nay · 3 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1172 — Approve

6 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1170 — Approve

6 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Oct 25, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

COVID-19 response update and legal overview of Governor Abbott v. City of El Paso

The City Council will review a report from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team, including legal updates on Governor Greg Abbott v. City of El Paso. The session also includes discussions regarding the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee's 5-year Strategic Plan and municipal energy operations. Additionally, the council will consider authorizing the Mayor to join the Cities of Service Coalition.

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team presentation
Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee 5-year Strategic Plan discussion
Municipal Energy operations and plan alignment
Authorization for the Mayor to join the Cities of Service Coalition
Legal overview regarding Governor Greg Abbott v. City of El Paso

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1245 — Approve

6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Wed Oct 20, 2021 · 6:00 PM

City Council Special Meeting

El Paso City Council to consider El Paso Electric Company rate change application

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an application from El Paso Electric Company to change rates within the city. The council may also enter executive session to discuss sub-recipient agreements for Coronavirus Relief Funds for economic and community development programs.

Public hearing on El Paso Electric Company rate change application (21-1208)
Executive session regarding Coronavirus Relief Fund sub-recipient agreements

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1209 — Approve

7 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Oct 12, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council reviews renewable energy study and infrastructure projects

The Council will discuss a study regarding renewable generation costs and legislative needs for El Paso Electric. The agenda also includes decisions on utility relocations, contract amendments, and a new tax increment reinvestment zone plan.

Increase Garver, LLC contract for taxiway reconfiguration to $919,249.83
$264,139.21 change order for Paso Del Norte Port of Entry roundabout improvements
Lease agreement with ASC Technical Institute, LLC at 6401 Convair Road
First reading of ordinance for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Fourteen
Requesting El Paso Electric infrastructure relocation for Rojas Drive Widening Project

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1104 — Postponed

5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 14 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Oct 11, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council considers extending disaster declaration due to public health emergency

The City Council will consider extending a disaster declaration related to a public health emergency. The session includes presentations on climate change planning, El Paso Water operations, and El Paso Electric investments. Members will also discuss legislative updates and a resolution regarding congressional district boundaries.

Extension of Disaster Declaration due to Public Health Emergency
Ordinance for temporary uses on private right of way and property
Resolution regarding Fort Bliss and El Paso International Airport in District 16
Presentation on Climate Change Planning efforts
Quarterly presentation on El Paso Water utility operations

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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Tue Sep 28, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers $360,000 increase for crime lab services

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several resolutions and contracts during this meeting. Key items include a funding increase for crime lab services and a service agreement for public art repairs. The council will also consider interlocal agreements with the Village of Vinton and El Paso County.

$360,000 change order for NMS Labs crime lab services (total not to exceed $3,901,320)
$211,000 service agreement with Christopher Weed Sculpture, Inc. for Flores del Desierto repairs
Lease assignment at 19 Founders between Golden Peanut Company and SNRA Commodities
Interlocal Agreement with Village of Vinton for $18,765 annually
Site Development Plan approval for 12300 Montwood Drive

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-916 — Postponed

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 11 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Sep 27, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council discusses COVID-19 response and legal updates

The City Council will review reports on COVID-19 recovery efforts and the legal case involving Governor Greg Abbott. The session also includes presentations on stormwater utility progress and wastewater repairs in the Upper Valley.

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team presentation
Stormwater Utility progress and Masterplan projects update
Repairs to the Frontera Wastewater Force Main in the Upper Valley
Update on El Paso Electric Company rate change application
Discussion of real property transactions in central El Paso

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL

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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1124 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1126 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Sep 14, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

City Council considers Airway Blvd improvements and waste exchange agreements

The El Paso City Council will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure, utility services, and interlocal agreements. This includes a change order for median work on Airway Blvd and an agreement with the Town of Horizon City.

$146,814.02 change order for median improvements on Airway Blvd
Waste exchange agreement for up to 25,000 tons of waste at Camino Real Landfill
$83,384.98 payment to GarCom, Inc. for emergency fiber repair
$174,542 annual interlocal agreement with the Town of Horizon City
Review of El Paso Electric Company's Renewable Generation Study

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1029 — Approve

6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1038 — Postponed

5 nay · 4 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser nay

21-983 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1038 — Approve

5 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido nay · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 10 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Sep 13, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso Council reviews MACC renovation funding and COVID-19 emergency ordinances

The City Council will discuss COVID-19 response updates and the 87th Texas Legislative Special Sessions. The session includes action on emergency ordinances to extend a disaster declaration due to a public health emergency. The council will also review funding and design for the Mexican American Cultural Center and Main Library renovation.

Reprogramming $7,319,788.83 in funds for MACC and Main Library projects
Construction agreement amendment with Sundt for a $22,551,344.00 maximum price
Re-enacting emergency ordinances to extend a disaster declaration
Presentation of the Mexican American Cultural Center design
Update on the Streets and Maintenance Storm Response and Median Cleaning Plan

covid-19constructionbudgetinfrastructurepublic-healthlibrary

COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-1058 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Tue Aug 31, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

City Council considers $229,943.34 change order for Airport RTS construction

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several items including a change order for airport construction and temporary street closures. The agenda also includes various service contracts for janitorial needs and medical director services.

$229,943.34 change order for Airport RTS construction
Temporary closure of Mesa St. and Texas Ave. on September 11-12, 2021
$332,292.15 contract for emergency janitorial services at Police Department facilities
Renaming the Sylvia A. Carreon Community Center gymnasium to David Ransom Gymnasium
$144,000 agreement for Medical Director services

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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-997 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1026 — Suspended the Rules of Order

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-1026 — Approve

6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 13 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Aug 30, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso Council to discuss $42.85 million international bridges program

The City Council will consider approving a list of projects totaling $42,850,000 for the International Bridges Capital Improvement Program through 2026. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 recovery efforts and veteran and military programs. Additionally, the council will review El Paso Electric's renewable generation study.

$42,850,000 international bridges capital improvement program projects
Nomination of Charter Communications, Inc. as a Texas State Enterprise Zone Project
Presentation on El Paso Electric Company’s Renewable Generation Study
COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team report
Update on Veteran and Military Affairs programs

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Fri Aug 27, 2021 · 10:00 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso Council discusses COVID-19 emergency ordinances and small business relief

The City Council will review updates from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team. The session includes discussions on re-enacting several emergency ordinances and implementing CARES Act funding. The council will also consider a small business relief program through an agreement with LIFTFUND, INC.

Re-enacting Emergency Ordinance No. 019035 to extend the Disaster Declaration
Chapter 380 Agreement with LIFTFUND, INC. for small business relief grants
Implementation of community funding through the CARES Act
Expansion of seroprevalence survey efforts regarding SARS-CoV-2 infection rates

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Tue Aug 24, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

City Council to discuss FY 2021-2022 budget and proposed property tax rate

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2021-2022 property tax rate of $0.907301. Members will also consider adopting the annual budget and ratifying a property tax rate increase. The agenda includes updates on the Capital Improvement Plan and authorizations for new bond issuances.

Public hearing on proposed FY 2021-2022 property tax rate of $0.907301
Approval of El Paso County 911 District FY 2021-2022 Budget
Ordinance authorizing issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021B
Ordinance authorizing issuance of Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2021C
Update on the City’s Capital Improvement Plan

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COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY

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🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-964 — Approve

5 nay · 4 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido nay · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser nay

21-965 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-828 — Accepted

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-969 — Approve

6 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido nay · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser absent

21-969 — Adopted

6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Tue Aug 17, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council reviews airport leases and infrastructure funding

The City Council is considering several resolutions, including lease agreements for the El Paso International Airport and a joint justice grant with El Paso County. The agenda also includes funding for the Lee Trevino Drive Channelization project and support for affordable housing at Cielo Tower.

TSA office space lease at El Paso International Airport ($250,644.24 annually)
Lee Trevino Drive Channelization project funding ($297,003 total cost)
Joint DOJ grant application with El Paso County for $217,701
Affordable housing rehabilitation for 123 units at 201 Cortez Drive
Event support contract for the 2021 Sun City CRIT

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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-958 — Directed

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-712 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Aug 16, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council to discuss COVID-19 updates and emergency ordinance extensions

The City Council will review a presentation from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding health and economic recovery. The council will also consider extending a Disaster Declaration due to a public health emergency. Additionally, members will discuss the governance structure of El Paso Water Utilities.

Extension of Disaster Declaration due to a Public Health Emergency
Re-enactment of multiple existing emergency ordinances
Discussion on the El Paso Water Utilities - Public Service Board governance structure
Resolution for quarterly updates from El Paso Water Utilities
Presentation on COVID-19 response, health focus, and economic recovery

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Mon Aug 16, 2021 · 4:00 PM

City Council Special Meeting

Legal options regarding Governor orders on local health emergency authority

The El Paso City Council will discuss legal options related to Texas Governor Orders GA-38 and 21-962, which limit local authority to address health emergencies. The council may also enter executive session for matters including real property, personnel, or economic development negotiations.

Legal options regarding Texas Governor Order GA-38 or subsequent 21-962 (Matter No. 20-1052-1069)

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Tue Aug 3, 2021 · 9:30 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers $395,296 for Pueblo Viejo Park improvements

The Council is reviewing resolutions for airport-related leases and an annexation agreement with Socorro Independent School District. The agenda also includes contract terminations and awards for health department software.

$395,296 award to Martinez Bros. Contractors, LLC for Pueblo Viejo Park improvements
Lease of 8601 Lockheed to Franklin Motors, Inc. at $69,066 annually
Annexation agreement with Socorro Independent School District for 59.892 acres
$60,000 purchase order for Health Information Management Software
Termination of contract with FirstWatch Solutions, Inc.

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🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-883 — Approve

6 yea · 2 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-793 — Approve

6 yea · 2 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-801 — Approve

5 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido absent · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-884 — Directed

6 yea · 2 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-801 — Reconsidered

4 nay · 4 yea

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-792 — Reconsidered

7 yea · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

The other 16 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Aug 2, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget and new tax rates

The City Council will discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget and review the No-New Revenue and Voter-Approval tax rates. The session also includes a presentation on COVID-19 recovery efforts and a request for regular updates from El Paso Water Utilities.

Discussion and action on the FY 2021-2022 Budget
Presentation of No-New Revenue and Voter-Approval tax rates
Resolution regarding quarterly updates from El Paso Water Utilities/Public Service Board
Introduction of an ordinance levying FY 2021-2022 taxes
Update on Texas Gas Service investments and regulatory applications

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Tue Jul 27, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council Special Meeting

El Paso City Council reviews proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and tax rates

The City Council will review the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget and tax rates. The agenda includes a resolution to reallocate general fund savings and a presentation on residential street resurfacing. An ordinance to levy taxes for the upcoming fiscal year will also be introduced.

Presentation of No-New Revenue and Voter-Approval Tax Rates for FY 2021-2022
Resolution to reallocate FY 2021 general fund savings
Presentation on residential street resurfacing
Proposed FY 2021-2022 Budget presentation and action
Introduction of an ordinance levying FY 2021-2022 taxes

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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-824 — Denied

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-826 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

ADJOURN — Adjourned

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

Tue Jul 20, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers $1.15 million for Liz Moray_ma Park improvements

The El Paso City Council will discuss a contract for park upgrades and the creation of a new reinvestment zone. The agenda also includes an annexation agreement with El Paso County and various board appointments.

$1,153,900.14 contract for Liz Morayma Park irrigation and court improvements
Annexation agreement for 3.62 acres near John Hayes St. and Montwood Dr.
Allocation of up to $100,000 for the Downtown Commercial Façade Improvement Program
$50,000 transfer to El Paso Veterinary Medical Association for pet owner assistance
Creation of Reinvestment Zone Number Fourteen (public hearing scheduled)

parkszoningbudgetinfrastructureanimal-servicestaxation

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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-782

7 yea · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-673 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Jul 19, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council to consider extending the public health emergency declaration

The City Council will review updates from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team. The session includes discussion and action on several emergency ordinances, including an extension of a disaster declaration for a public health emergency. The council may also meet in executive session regarding El Paso Electric rate changes and economic development incentives.

Extension of Disaster Declaration (Ordinance No. 019035)
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019036
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019091
Update on El Paso Electric Company rate change application
Economic incentives for infill development and manufacturing projects

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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-787 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-788 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-814 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

EXECUTIVE SESSION — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

ADJOURN — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Thu Jul 8, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council Special Meeting

El Paso City Council special meeting for July 8, 2021, was cancelled

The scheduled Special Meeting of the El Paso City Council for July 8, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda included proposed discussions on the FY 2021-2022 budget and a $96 million resolution for municipal purposes.

Proposed $96 million certificates of obligation for streets, facilities, and parks
Proposed discussion of the FY 2021-2022 budget

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Wed Jul 7, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso Council to consider new 20-year industrial lease at El Paso International Airport

The City Council is reviewing items including airport leases and boundary modifications for Foreign Trade Zones. The agenda also includes the approval of the El Paso County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Update.

New 20-year Southern Industrial Lease at El Paso International Airport for $23,294.70 annually
Boundary modifications for Foreign Trade Zone No. 68 at Paisano Drive, James Watt Drive, and Pullman Road
Approval of the El Paso County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Update
Site development plan for properties at 10001 and 10005 Dyer Street
Request to authorize the sale of several tax-delinquent parcels via the Sheriff

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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-744 — Approve

13 yea · 2 abstain · 2 absent · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez abstain · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez abstain · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-750 — Approve

11 yea · 5 nay · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido nay · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser absent

21-736 — Approve

5 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay · 1 abstain

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido absent · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga abstain · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Wed Jul 7, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Special Meeting

The July 7, 2021, El Paso City Council special meeting was cancelled

The special meeting of the El Paso City Council scheduled for July 7, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda included discussions regarding the FY 2021-2022 budget and a resolution for certificates of obligation up to $96 million.

FY 2021-2022 Budget discussion and action
Proposed FY 2022 Issuance for Capital Improvement Plan
Resolution for certificates of obligation not to exceed $96 million

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Tue Jul 6, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Team presentation to El Paso City Council

The El Paso City Council will hear a presentation from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team. The session includes an overview of city activities, health focus reports, and data analysis.

COVID-19 response and recovery activity report
Health focus report by Dr. Hector Ocaranza
Data analysis report by David Coronado

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Tue Jul 6, 2021 · 9:10 AM

City Council Special Meeting

El Paso City Council to discuss FY 2021-2022 budget and $96 million in funding

The City Council will discuss the FY 2021-2022 budget, including operating, capital, and debt budgets. The meeting includes a presentation on the proposed FY 2022 Capital Improvement Plan issuance. Council will also consider authorizing certificates of obligation up to $96 million for municipal purposes.

Discussion and action on the FY 2021-2022 budget
Presentation on the proposed FY 2022 Capital Improvement Plan issuance
Resolution for certificates of obligation not exceeding $96 million for streets, parks, and facilities

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Tue Jun 22, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers $975,265 grant for police auto theft task force

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several items including grant applications and service contracts. The agenda includes a request for crime prevention funding and upgrades to the DIGIE.org exhibition. Council will also discuss capital improvement program priorities and street infrastructure updates.

$975,265 grant application for the Police Department’s Auto Theft Task Force
$342,406.40 contract for DIGIE.org Interactive Exhibition upgrades and maintenance
$1,575,000 benefit consulting services contract with HUB International Texas, Inc.
Concession agreement for automated retail machines at El Paso International Airport
Special permit for a wireless service facility at 5901 Upper Valley Road

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-695 — Postponed

6 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar absent · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 23 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Jun 21, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso considers $16 million expansion and 929 new jobs for Charter Communications

The City Council will consider an economic development agreement with Charter Communications, Inc. involving a $16.1 million investment at two local facilities. The work session also includes updates on COVID-19 response efforts and the re-enactment of several emergency ordinances.

Economic Development Program Agreement with Charter Communications, Inc. for 11950 Don Haskins Drive and 8460 Gran Vista Dr.
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019035 regarding a Public Health Emergency Disaster Declaration
Presentation on COVID-19 community response programs including rental and utility assistance
Briefing on the City’s State Legislative Agenda for the 87th Texas Legislative Session

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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-685 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar absent · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Jun 8, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso Council to discuss developing a city-wide climate change action plan

The City Council will consider reviewing climate change action plans from comparable cities to develop a local plan. The meeting also includes consideration of several service contracts and resolutions. Additionally, the council will review various board appointments.

Background check services contract up to $290,940.00
Marketing services agreement with BBB of El Paso not to exceed $116,500.00
Parks litter control contract amendment for up to $63,044.52
Warehouse lease at 1820 American Drive for $2,500 per month
Discussion on developing a City-wide Climate Change Action Plan

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🗳️ How they voted (30 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-647 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-607 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-608 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-609 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-612 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-613 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-615 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-626 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-605 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-651 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-656 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-630 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-652 — Adopted as Amended

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-653 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-654 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-563 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-610 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-616 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-568 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-571 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

Mon Jun 7, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council reviews COVID-19 updates and strategic plans

The City Council will hear an update from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding vaccinations, health data, and community vulnerabilities. The session also includes presentations on youth advisory board plans and renewable energy strategies.

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team presentation
2021 Youth Advisory Board Strategic Plan discussion
Youth programming innovation initiatives update
Regional Renewable Energy Advisory Council (RREAC) Strategic Plan presentation
Executive session discussions regarding personnel evaluations

covid-19youthrenewable-energypublic-healthstrategic-plan

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-635 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Tue May 25, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers selling 6.6 acres of land to the State of Texas

The El Paso City Council will review several resolutions and updates during its May 25, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes a budget update and a status report on the Public Safety Bond Program. The council also considers an ordinance to sell property to the Texas Transportation Commission.

Ordinance to sell 6.6348 acres of land to the State of Texas for $2,680,182
Interlocal Agreement with University Medical Center for Mobile Stroke Unit services
Lease amendment for UPS property at 25 Founders Blvd for $4,696.81 per month
General Aviation Lease for a hangar at 1820 American Drive for $2,500 per month
Update on the status of the Public Safety Bond Program

budgetpublic-safetyland-useaviationhealthcare

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (26 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-560 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-572 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-577 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-580 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-561 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-575 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-523 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-594 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-597 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-604 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-554 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-600 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-581 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-598 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-599 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-567 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-602 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-603 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser yea

21-568 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser absent

21-587 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser absent

Mon May 24, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

El Paso Council to discuss COVID-19 response and emergency ordinances

The City Council will review updates from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team. The session also includes discussions regarding a Sister City agreement with Chihuahua and actions on several emergency ordinances.

Sister City Agreement between El Paso and Chihuahua
Extension of Disaster Declaration due to Public Health Emergency
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019036
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019091
Update to the City of El Paso Investment Policy

covid-19public-healthinternational-relationsemergency-ordinanceel-paso

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-578 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue May 11, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso Council to discuss transition plan for Delta Site homeless services

The City Council will discuss a transition plan for homeless services at the Delta Site and funding for community development grants. Members will also consider developing a plan to implement renewable energy in city facilities. Additionally, the council will discuss rules for virtual attendance at future meetings.

Contract award of $127,524.76 for Rio Del Norte Improvements arm gates
HHSC contract amendment adding $34,750 for laboratory analyses
Extension of Infill and Transit Oriented Development Incentive Policies through June 2022
Discussion on transition plans for homeless services at the Delta Site
Plan to implement renewable energy sources in City facilities

homelessnessrenewable-energypublic-healthinfrastructuregovernance

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-455 — Adopted

5 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido absent · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-456 — Adopted

5 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido absent · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-553 — Adopted as Amended

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 34 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon May 10, 2021 · 9:05 AM

City Council Work Session

City Council to review COVID-19 response and recovery updates

The City Council will hear presentations from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding health, vaccinations, and data analysis. The session also includes updates on the city budget and El Paso Electric Company's applications for a metering system deployment plan and future rate case.

COVID-19 response and recovery presentation
El Paso Electric metering system and rate case update
City Attorney Office performance report
City budget update
Goal Team reports on communication and governance

covid-19budgetutilitiesgovernmentpublic-health

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

EXECUTIVE SESSION — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-538 — Adopted

6 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein absent · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-539 — Adopted

6 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein absent · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-540 — Adopted

6 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein absent · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-542 — Approve

6 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein absent · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

ADJOURN — Adopted

6 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein absent · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-541 — Adopted

6 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein absent · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Apr 27, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers $362,500 contract for economic development consulting

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several items including economic development contracts and small business relief funding. The agenda also includes approving infrastructure improvements and interlocal agreements for public health services.

$362,500 contract with David Pettit Economic Development, LLC for consulting services
$11,710 agreement with LIFTFUND, INC. for District 6 small business relief grants
$127,524.76 award to HAWK Construction for Rio Del Norte Improvements
$326,361.88 change order for Apache Barricade & Sign contract
Interlocal agreement with the Town of Clint for public health and air quality services

economic-developmentsmall-businessinfrastructurepublic-healthcontracts

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-492 — Adopted

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-496 — Adopted

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 38 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Apr 26, 2021 · 3:35 PM

City Council Work Session

El Paso Council reviews 13% residential property value increase and COVID-19 updates

The City Council will review COVID-19 recovery efforts and several emergency ordinances. The session includes a presentation on the 13% average increase in residential property values from 2020 to 2021. Officials will also discuss budget updates and economic development goals.

Emergency Ordinance re-enacting Disaster Declaration due to Public Health Emergency
Discussion of a 13% average increase in residential property values from 2020 to 2021
COVID-19 vaccination and health focus updates
Budget update presentation

covid-19property-taxbudgeteconomypublic-health

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-468 — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-481 — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-482 — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-487 — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Apr 13, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers small business relief grants for COVID-19 impacts

The council will review items on April 12 and hold a regular meeting on April 13. Proposed actions include approving small business relief grants, airport lease assignments, and road project changes. A budget update is also scheduled.

Small business relief grant program agreement with LIFTFUND, INC.
$138,932 change order for Yarbrough Drive roadway lighting and landscaping
Ground lease assignment at El Paso International Airport (1701 Hawkins Boulevard)
$293,000 contract award for fertilizer products for city parks
Interlocal Agreement with Texas A&M for COVID-19 vaccination outreach

small-businesscovid-19infrastructurebudgetairportpublic-health

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

Mon Apr 12, 2021 · 3:35 PM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council reviews COVID-19 updates and strategic plan goals

The City Council will receive an update from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding health, vaccination, and data analysis. The session also includes a progress report on El Paso Electric Company's Renewable Generation Study. Additionally, council members will hear reports from Strategic Plan Goal Teams regarding safety, infrastructure, and community health.

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team presentation
El Paso Electric Company Renewable Generation Study update
Strategic Plan Goal Team reports on safety and infrastructure

covid-19energystrategic-planpublic-safetyinfrastructure

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

EXECUTIVE SESSION — Adopted

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-429 — Authorized

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Mar 30, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers a 40-year lease for the Southern Industrial Park site

The El Paso City Council will review financial audits, budget updates, and various land use requests. The meeting includes discussions on park maintenance and capital improvement projects. Several resolutions regarding airport concessions and property leases are also on the agenda.

40-year lease for Southern Industrial Park at 1749 Hawkins for $46,800 annually
Termination of concession agreement with NewZoom, Inc. at El Paso International Airport
Rezoning request for 11201 Pebble Hills Boulevard from R-4 to R-3
Financial and grants audit report for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2020
Interlocal agreement between El Paso and El Paso County for trash collection

zoningairportbudgetparksinfrastructurefinance

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (23 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES: — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-383 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-342 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-359 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-347 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-368 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-382 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-377 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-379 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-384 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-380 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-381 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-362 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-346 — Approve

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-349 — Approve

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-356 — Approve

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-386 — Approve

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-309 — Adopted

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-310 — Approve

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

21-321 — Approve

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea

Mon Mar 29, 2021 · 3:35 PM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council discusses COVID-19 response and emergency ordinances

The Council will review updates from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding vaccinations and community assistance. The session also includes discussions on extending disaster declarations and reviewing state legislative matters.

Extension of Disaster Declaration due to Public Health Emergency
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019036
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019091
Discussion on Texas HB2592 regarding law enforcement contracting
Resolution for identifying federal transportation funding priorities

covid-19public-healthlaw-enforcementenergylegislation

Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-355 — Adopted

17 yea · 7 nay · 3 absent

Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido nay · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea

21-343 — Adopted

6 yea · 3 nay

Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido nay · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea · Peter Svarzbein yea

21-355 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea

The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Tue Mar 16, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

El Paso City Council reviews $1.37 million regional law enforcement grant

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several items, including a joint grant application for law enforcement operations. The agenda also includes airport lease amendments and funding agreements for local infrastructure projects.

$1,370,000 Stonegarden joint grant for law enforcement overtime and salaries
$450,000 increase to workers' compensation services contract
Lease amendment for 7120 Airport Road at $1.12 per square foot
Detailed Site Development Plan for West Desert Marketplace at 6121 South Desert Boulevard
$154,246.97 local funding estimate for Campbell Street bridge replacement

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Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-300 — Adopted

5 yea · 2 nay · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein nay · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 28 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Mar 15, 2021 · 3:35 PM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council to discuss COVID-19 updates and emergency ordinance re-enactment

The City Council will receive a presentation from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding operations, legal monitoring, and vaccination progress. The Council will also consider an action on an Emergency Ordinance to re-enact and amend previous emergency ordinances. An executive session is scheduled for discussion of a potential aviation business opportunity.

COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team presentation
Action on an Emergency Ordinance re-enacting and amending prior ordinances
Discussion of a potential aviation business opportunity

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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-335 — Approve

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

EXECUTIVE SESSION — Adopted

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

ADJOURN — Adopted

7 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-338 — Approve

6 yea · 3 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello absent · Cassandra Hernandez absent · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Mar 2, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers $1.25 million grant for anti-gang program

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several grant applications for police and fire department programs. The agenda also includes contract amendments for regional park improvements and a settlement with AT&T. Additionally, the council will consider various board appointments.

$1,250,442.67 grant application for Texas Anti-Gang Program
$599,982.00 grant application for Local Border Security Program
$129,388.00 AT&T settlement credit to the City
Northeast Regional Park Phase II contract increase to $480,552.70
$95,000.00 grant application for Fire Department Special Response Teams

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🗳️ How they voted (45 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-231 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-247 — Approve

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-262 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-189 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-190 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-232 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-237 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-238 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-239 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-225 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-243 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-264 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-245 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-277 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-278 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-279 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-227 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-275 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-274 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-224 — Approve

9 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

Mon Mar 1, 2021 · 3:35 PM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council considers extending disaster declarations and COVID-19 updates

The City Council will review a presentation from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding health, vaccination, and economic recovery efforts. The council will also consider several emergency ordinances to re-enact existing disaster declarations. Additionally, officials will discuss veteran services and receive an update on animal services.

Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019035 to extend a Disaster Declaration
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019036 and related amendments
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019091
Update on homelessness, employment, and outreach for the El Paso veteran community
Animal Services Department update

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Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-268 — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-269 — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-270 — Adopted

8 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Feb 16, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers downtown bicycle improvements and park upgrades.

The City Council is reviewing a funding agreement for the Downtown Bicycle Improvements Phase I project. The agenda also includes contract awards for several park improvement projects and a temporary land use lease for UPS. Many items are presented as part of the consent agenda for routine approval.

Downtown Bicycle Improvements Phase I project with an estimated total cost of $2,728,712.00
Riverside Park improvements contract award for $125,335.58
Park improvements at Hueco Mountain, Seville Fustcal Court, and E.L. Williams for $365,773.34
Temporary land use lease for UPS at 25 Founders Blvd for $4,696.81 per month

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Teleconference phone number 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 989-152-832#

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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-75 — Approve

5 nay · 4 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez nay · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera nay · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser nay

21-216 — Denied

5 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Feb 15, 2021 · 3:35 PM

City Council Work Session

El Paso City Council reviews five-year financial forecast and capital improvements

The City Council will review the five-year financial forecast and the city's Capital Improvement Program. The session includes presentations on COVID-19 recovery efforts and police department operations, including racial profiling report development. The council will also discuss the city's state legislative agenda.

Resolution for issuing certificates of obligation
Allocation of investment interest to Capital Program projects
87th Texas Legislative Session agenda discussion
COVID-19 vaccination and response updates
Police racial profiling and use of force report development

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Teleconference phone number 1-915-213-4096 Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267 Conference ID: 499-157-350#

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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-187 — Approve

14 yea · 2 absent · 2 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-196 — Approve

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Wed Feb 3, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council Special Meeting

El Paso City Council to consider municipal court judge appointments

The City Council will discuss and take action on filling vacancies within the municipal court system. This includes selecting a new judge for Court #4 and two part-time on-call associate judges.

Appointment of a Municipal Court Judge for Court #4
Appointment of two Part-Time On-Call Associate Judges

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Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-146 — Adopted

5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-147 — Adopted

12 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Tue Feb 2, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

City Council considers increasing confiscated funds and several police grants

The City Council will review a consent agenda containing various grant applications and appointments. Items include budget transfers to increase confiscated funds and authorizations for multiple law enforcement projects. The council will also consider affordable housing rehabilitation and property dedications.

Budget transfer to increase State and Federal Confiscated Funds
Grant application for Project Safe Neighborhoods totaling $86,701.04
Lease extension for El Paso Police Department office space at $6,500 per month
Affordable housing rehabilitation for 101 units at Corona del Valle
Grant application for General Victims Services totaling $317,539.83

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Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-162 — Adopted as Amended

6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello nay · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar nay · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

Mon Feb 1, 2021 · 3:35 PM

City Council Work Session

City Council to discuss COVID-19 updates and renew emergency ordinances

The City Council will review reports from the COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team regarding vaccination and health updates. The session also includes discussion and action on re-enacting several emergency ordinances related to public health emergencies.

Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019035 to extend a Disaster Declaration
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019036 and its amendments
Re-enactment of Emergency Ordinance No. 019091 and its amendments
COVID-19 Response and Recovery Cross-Functional Team presentation
Annual update from the Fair Housing Task Force

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Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

EXECUTIVE SESSION — Adopted

6 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

ADJOURN — Adopted

7 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-148 — Adopted

6 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-149 — Adopted

6 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-158 — Adopted

7 yea · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

21-142 — Adopted

6 yea · 2 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez absent · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

Tue Jan 19, 2021 · 3:30 PM

City Council

El Paso City Council considers airport leases and compactor repair funding

The El Paso City Council is reviewing several lease assignments for properties at the El Paso International Airport and Butterfield Trail Industrial Park. The agenda also includes a change order for waste compactor repairs and an administrative contract for the Municipal Court of Appeals.

$65,372.56 change order for waste compactor repairs
$96,000 four-year contract for Municipal Court of Appeals administrative support
Lease assignment for 3640 Global Reach Drive ($37,716.82 annual rent)
Lease assignment for 25 Butterfield Trail Blvd ($23,981.40 annual rent)
Lease assignment for 7501 Lockheed ($16,001.26 annual rent)

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Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

19-851 — Adopted as Amended

8 yea

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser yea

Tue Jan 5, 2021 · 9:00 AM

City Council

El Paso City Council to elect leadership and discuss road projects

The City Council will meet to elect a Mayor Pro Tempore and adopt new rules of order. The agenda also includes funding agreements for several infrastructure and transportation projects.

Design agreement for Sean Haggerty Drive Extension totaling $3,399,532.00
Funding for Ysleta Middle School SRTS hike and bike trail project ($1,030,245.00)
Contract increase of $40,622.00 for airport ramp and taxiway realignment
Site development plan for 588 South Yarbrough
Termination of economic development agreement for 1101 Texas Avenue

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Agenda (official) · cached copy · Video

🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

21-21 — Adopted

6 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga absent · Oscar Leeser absent

21-27 — Adopted

22 yea · 3 absent · 2 nay

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga nay · Oscar Leeser absent · Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez yea · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

21-36 — Adopted

7 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent

Peter Svarzbein yea · Alexsandra Annello yea · Cassandra Hernandez yea · Joe Molinar yea · Isabel Salcido yea · Claudia Rodriguez nay · Henry Rivera yea · Cissy Lizarraga yea · Oscar Leeser absent

The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.

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