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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES CITY OF ODESSA, TEXAS November 24, 2020 On November 24, 2020, a regular meeting of the Odessa City Council was held at 6:00 p.m., Odessa, Texas. Due to the COVID-19, the meeting was teleconferenced, as allowed by Governor Abbott’s executive order. The City Council was present through teleconference. City Council present: Mayor David R. Turner; Council members: Michael Shelton, District One; Dewey Bryant, District Two; Detra White, District Three; Tom Sprawls, District Four; Mari Willis, District Five; and Peggy Dean, At-Large. Others present: Michael Marrero, City Manager; Norma Aguilar-Grimaldo, City Secretary; Natasha Brooks, City Attorney; Phillip Urrutia, Assistant City Manager; Cindy Muncy, Assistant City Manager; Council member Elect Steven Thompson; and other members of City staff. A quorum being present, Mayor Turner called the meeting to order and the following proceedings were held: The invocation was given by Mayor Turner and followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and Texas flags. Oath of office. Judge Denn Whalen, 70th Ector County District Court, administered the Oath of Office to Steven Thompson. Presentation - Mayor Turner presented out going Council member Bryant a plaque for his eight years of service. Out-going Council member Bryant stated it was a privilege to serve as Council member. He thanked the citizens, and City Council who continue to meet the challenges of the community. He thanked the City leadership and employees for meeting the needs of the citizens. The City Council expressed appreciation to out-going Council member Bryant. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS A. City Council minutes, November 10, 2020; B. City Council work session minutes, November 17, 2020; C. Resolution No. 2020R-80 - Authorize the Odessa Police Department to apply for and accept; amending the fiscal budget to appropriate awarded funds as additional revenue and authorizing the expenditure of awarded grant funds from the 2022 STEP Speed, Occupant Protection, Intersection Traffic Control, Distracted Driving and Driving While Intoxicated Grant; D. Resolution No. 2020R-81 – One City Council meeting for the month of December 2020; E. Resolution No. 2020R-82 – Accept 1.56 acres of land as a right-of- way in Section 35, Block 42, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, Ector County; F. Purchase three load refuse trucks for Solid Waste for $764,550 from Rush Truck Center; Council Minutes November 24, 2020 Page 2 G. Bid award to Caldwell Chevy and Sewell Chevy for the purchase of automotive vehicles for various departments for $280,192.82. Motion was made by Council member Willis seconded by Council member Sprawls to approve the consent agenda. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Turner, Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None OTHER COUNCIL ACTION Bid award to Edgardo Madrid & Associates for the Water-Wastewater Utilities Job Order Contract in an annual amount not to exceed $3,842,737; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City of Odessa. Tom Kerr, Director of Public Works, stated that the bid award was for the Water and Wastewater Utilities. The contract was updated for taps and include other services for three years with two annual extension options. He reviewed the funding and explained the process for the taps. The cost was not to exceed $3,842,737. Motion was made by Council member White and seconded by Council member Shelton to approve the consent agenda. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Turner, Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None PUBLIC HEARING Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by Lament 325, Inc., owner, Newton Engineering, agent, for original zoning of Special Dwelling District (SPD) in Sections 10 & 15, Block 41, T-2-S, T&P Ry. Co. Survey, City of Odessa, Midland County, Texas (southeast of the intersection of Mission Blvd. and Santa Isabella St.). Randy Brinlee, Director of Development Services, reviewed the location, which was vacant. The zoning was to develop five residential lots. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended for approval. No one came forward and the public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Council member Sprawls and seconded by Council member Shelton to approve the ordinance on first approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Turner, Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by Alfonso Leal, owner, to rezone Galindo Estates Addition 1st Filing, Block 2, Lots 37-43 from Single Family- Four District (SF-4) to Special Dwelling District (SPD) approximately 1.161 acres, Odessa, Ector County, Texas (southwest of the intersection of Martines Pl. and S. Crane Ave. Mr. Brinlee reviewed the location, which was vacant. The rezoning was to provide triplex housing. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended for approval. No one came forward and the public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Council member Willis and seconded by Council member White to approve the ordinance on first approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Council Minutes November 24, 2020 Page 3 Aye: Turner, Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by C5H Investment Group, owners, to rezone Lot 9, Block 22, Harrisdale Addition, 4th Filing, from Single Family- Three District-Drill Reservation (SF-3-DR) to Single Family-Three (SF-3) approximately 0.5142 ac., Odessa, Ector County Texas (northwest of the intersection of Tennessee Dr. and Santa Monica Ave.). Mr. Brinlee reviewed the location, which was vacant. Two protests were received and contact would be made to each protestor. The rezoning was for development of single family uses. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended for approval. Mr. Brinlee reviewed the protest comments. No one came forward and the public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Council member Sprawls and seconded by Council member White to approve the ordinance on first approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Turner, Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None Resolution No. 2020R-83 - Conduct a public hearing and consider the allocation of $908,413 in Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Round #3 funds (CDBG-CV3) and $115,000 in unprogrammed Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Round #1 funds (CDBG-CV1). Merita Sandoval, Director of Community Development, stated that additional funds were provided to the City for $908,413. She reviewed the Community Development requests for a rent and mortgage assistance program and program administration. The requested funds were additional funds from prior funding. Mayor Turner has worked with Family Promise. Captain Juan Gomez, Salvation Army, explained the reason for returning the funds of the prior funding. It was due to a lengthy process requirement on the contract approval from the Salvation Army. He stated it has been streamlined and it would not take as long to sign the contract. Council member Willis encouraged that there be an opportunity for those that have not received any assistance. Mrs. Sandoval reported that there was a duplication of benefit process that must be completed. Tim Jakel, Boys and Girls Club, stated that the $40,000 request was to provide scholarships for the after-school programs. The three clubs were open, masks were worn, and facilities were kept clean. Kara Dorothy, Family Promise Executive Director, requested funds for three different requests. The requests were $55,000 for ADA mobile home modification requirements, $32,000 for sidewalk and a play area and $16,000 for home furnishings. Council member Dean was concerned with the needed funding. Ms. Dorothy stated that the ADA modifications was required and explained the costs. Discussion was held with the Family Promise requests. Shirley Almanza, Jesus House Director, reported that the requested funds was for a COVID-19 testing program, provide for meals, isolation rooms and vitamins. Dallas Kennedy, citizen, supported the organizations in its funding request as the agencies needed the assistance. No one else came forward and the public hearing was closed. Each Council member provided a recommendation for the funds. Motion was made by Council member White and seconded by Council member Sprawls to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None Council Minutes November 24, 2020 Page 4 Abstain Turner The following CDBG-CV3 Fund allocations were funded: Community Development request: Rent, mortgage and utility assistance program $573,750 Program Administration 100,000 Boys and Girls Club 40,000 Meals on Wheels 46,728 Salvation Army - 1 105,000 Salvation Army - 2 35,785 Salvation Army - 3 51,644 Family Promise - 2 47,142 Jesus House 23,364 RESOLUTION Resolution No. 2020R-84 –Renew and execution of Industrial District Agreements with TSB-W II Properties, LLC (formerly Odessa Concrete Supply) Industrial District. Ms. Brooks stated that the industrial district renewal was with TSB-W II properties for a seven- year term. The fees were in place in lieu of taxes. Motion was made by Council member Sprawls and seconded by Council member Shelton to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Turner, Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None Resolution No. 2020R-85 – Allocate CARES Coronavirus Relief Funds (CRF) to the West Texas Food Bank to partnership on a program for food distribution and delivery to citizens including vulnerable and homeless populations. Mr. Marrero recommended that the West Texas Food Bank be allocated the remaining of the CRF funds of $122,210. The funds would enhance the food distribution food program. Libby Campbell, West Texas Food Bank Executive Director, provided an update. There was a dramatic increase in the pounds of food provided. Other funding programs were coming to an end. The funding would provide for three trucks and freight. The Food Bank would absorb the administrative costs. The Council thanked the West Texas Food Bank staff for their work. Motion was made by Council member Shelton and seconded by Council member White to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Turner, Shelton, Thompson, White, Sprawls, Willis, and Dean Nay: None MISCELLANEOUS Appointment of Boards: Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Odessa Housing Finance Corporation, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and Midland Odessa Urban Transit District. No action. Citizen’s comments on non-agenda items. Dallas Kennedy stated that the Christmas trees at the Convention Center looked cheap. He asked that the Council continue to support Council Minutes November 24, 2020 Page 5 and fund the agencies that assisted the city. Laura Dennis had an issue with the property at 5101 Esmond Dr. She stated a company purchased the home and there were six to eight people who lived in the single-family residence. It devalued the property. Mayor Turner stated it would be placed on the Council agenda. There was no other business, the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. ATTEST: APPROVED: Norma Aguilar-Grimaldo, TRMC, CMC David R. Turner City Secretary Mayor