City Council
Regular MeetingOdessa, TX · May 23, 2023
Minutes
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES
CITY OF ODESSA, TEXAS
May 23, 2023
On May 23, 2023, a work session meeting of the Odessa City Council was held at 3:01 p.m.,
Council Chamber, fifth floor, City Hall, 411 W. 8th St., Odessa, Texas.
City Council present: Mayor Javier Joven; Council members: Steven P. Thompson, District
Two; Gilbert Vasquez, District Three; Greg Connell, District Four; and Chris Hanie, District
Five.
City Council absent: Council members Mark Matta, District One and Denise Swanner, At-
Large.
Staff present: Norma Aguilar-Grimaldo, City Secretary; Agapito Bernal, Interim City
Manager; Dan Jones, City Attorney; and other members of City staff.
A quorum being present, Mayor Joven called the meeting to order, and the following
proceedings were held:
Council member Connell gave the invocation.
Discuss renewal of franchise agreement with Atmos Energy. Mr. Jones stated that the
Atmos franchise agreement to maintain the gas system in the city was up in June. The
renewal was for five years but could be up to 15 years.
Discuss bid award to Hawkins Construction for light renovation at Woodson Park
Aquatic Center. Matt Christman, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation, stated that the
bid was for light renovation at Woodson Park. There was a light pole that fell over. Three
poles would be replaced at a cost of $151,870. Mr. Jones stated that the City was self-
insured. A temporary lighting would be used until the poles were replaced. The poles would
be replaced after pool season.
Discuss sprigging project for Sherwood Park and Slator Dog Park. Mr. Christman
stated that the purchase was for sprigging at Sherwood Park for 14 acres and at Slator’s
dog park for four acres. The total cost was $156,816. There was no quote for sod. Council
member Thompson stated it would not solve the problem as the acreage needed to be
cleaned up as there was Bermuda grass at Sherwood. Mayor Joven sated that the Soccer
Association was using Sherwood Park for athletic games but was designed as a green
space. He asked if the Association was reinvesting in the fields. Council member Thompson
explained the sprigging process. He asked a quote for sod. Mr. Christman did not go to the
advisory board for this project. Council had a consensus to provide sod cost for Sherwood
Park of the 14 acres. Mr. Christman stated that the Association was open to grade the field.
Council had a consensus to move forward with sprigging at Slator’s dog park for the four
acres.
Discuss authorizing the Odessa Police Department to utilize awarded funds from the
2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant Program. Mike Gerke, Police Chief, stated that the
bullet resistant shield grant of $33,000 would be used to purchase 60 shields.
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May 23, 2023
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Discuss prohibiting minors access to parks during school hours without a legal
guardian present. Mayor Joven has received calls regarding kids at parks during school
hours. The Mayor’s Drug & Crime Commission addressed the issue. Mr. Jones stated that
Section 1-13-19 of the City Code of Ordinances allowed to post a notice on park property.
He spoke with ECISD Police Chief Jeff Daniels and would collaborate with the City to
address the issue. Mayor Joven asked if it could be enforced. Council member Hanie
suggested to close the parks with set hours. Mr. Jones stated that it could be closed during
school hours. Council member Vasquez stated that kids would congregate at Crump Park
many years ago. He stated that minors must be defined. Council member Connell
suggested researching other cities.
Motion was made by Council member Vasquez and seconded by Council member Hanie to
adjourn the meeting. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Aye: Joven, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie
Nay: None
The meeting adjourned at 3:37 p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
Norma Aguilar-Grimaldo, TRMC, CMC Javier Joven
City Secretary Mayor
Agenda
PUBLIC NOTICE
City Council Work Session Agenda
City of Odessa
City Hall, Council Chambers – 5th Floor
411 W. 8th Street
Odessa, TX.
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
3:00 p.m.
In accordance with the Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551 of the Government Code of Texas, notice is hereby
given to all interested persons that the City Council of the City of Odessa will have a Work Session at 3:00
p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 in the 5th Floor, Council Chambers, City Hall, 411 W. 8th Street, Odessa,
Texas for the following purposes:
SEE ATTACHED AGENDA
This notice is being posted on the bulletin board located outside the south entrance of the City Hall building
and on the bulletin board of the first floor of City Hall, Odessa, Texas the _______ day of May 2023 at
________, ___. m. It is also posted on the City of Odessa’s website www.odessa-tx.gov. The said time being
more then seventy-two (72) hours prior to the time at which the subject meeting will be convened and called to
order.
City Council meetings are available to all persons regardless of disability. Individuals with disabilities who
require assistance should contact the City Secretary’s Office at (432) 335-3276, or 411 West 8th Street, First
Floor, Odessa, Texas, during normal business hours at least twenty-four (24) hours in advance of the meeting.
___________________________________
Norma Aguilar-Grimaldo, TRMC, CMC
City Secretary
City of Odessa
City Hall, City Council Chambers – 5th Floor
411 W. 8th Street
Odessa, TX.
City Council Work Session Agenda
May 23, 2023
3:00 p.m.
1. Call to Order Mayor Joven
2. Invocation Council member Connell
3. Discuss renewal of franchise agreement with Atmos Energy. Dan C. Jones
4. Discuss bid award to Hawkins Construction for light renovation at Matthew Christman
Woodson Park Aquatic Center.
Woodson Aquatic Center Lighting Renovation. Project cost is
$151,870.
5. Discuss sprigging project for Sherwood Park and Slator Dog Matthew Christman
Park.
Establish new tiff turf grass at Sherwood Park and Slator Park.
Project cost is $156,816.
6. Discuss authorizing the Odessa Police Department to utilize Mike Gerke
awarded funds from the 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant
Program.
The funds will be used to purchase 60 bullet-resistant shields.
7. Discuss prohibiting minors access to parks during school hours Mayor Joven
without a legal guardian present.
Discussion of prohibiting minors from public parks during school
hours without guardian.
8. Adjourn.
CITY OF ODESSA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Meeting Date Contact Department Fiscal Impact?
6/13/2023 Matthew Christman Parks & Recreation Yes
Work Session? Contacted Legal? Item Type
Yes No Consent Other,
CAPTION
Bid award to Hawkins Construction for light renovation at Woodson Park Aquatic Center.
SUMMARY
We had light poles get blown over from high winds. This project is to upgrade the light pole design and
installation at Woodson Park Aquatic Center. We advertised this project on April 26th and May 3rd. We
sent the bid specs to 6 vendors. Hawkins Construction was the only company to put in a bid. There bid
was $151,870.
FISCAL IMPACT
Fiscal Year Fund Type Cost or Revenue? Fiscal Note Attached?
2023 Supplemental Cost
Available Funds Budget Est/Actual Cost Difference
This Agenda Item: $151870.00 $
ACTION NEEDED TO AMEND THE BUDGET
Appropriation Amount: $ Transfer Amount: $
Appropriation By:
Comments/Other Departments, Boards, Commissions or Agencies
Blurb: Woodson Aquatic Center Lighting Reovation. Project cost is $151,870.
Supporting Documents
Proposal for Lighting June 6, 2023.pdf,
CITY OF ODESSA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Meeting Date Contact Department Fiscal Impact?
6/13/2023 Matthew Christman Parks & Recreation Yes
Work Session? Contacted Legal? Item Type
Yes No Consent Other,
CAPTION
Sprigging project for Sherwood Park and Slator Dog Park.
SUMMARY
This project is to put down Tiff Turf Grass at Slator Dog Park and Sherwood Park. We will be using the
method of sprigging to establish the new turf. These areas will need to be closed down for 6-8 weeks to get
good established grass before going back on it. Thomas Turf Grass is a Buy Board Company.
he total price of project is $156,81 coming out of Supplemental Budget.
FISCAL IMPACT
Fiscal Year Fund Type Cost or Revenue? Fiscal Note Attached?
2023 Supplemental Cost
Available Funds Budget Est/Actual Cost Difference
This Agenda Item: $156816.00 $
ACTION NEEDED TO AMEND THE BUDGET
Appropriation Amount: $ Transfer Amount: $
Appropriation By:
Comments/Other Departments, Boards, Commissions or Agencies
Blurb: Establish new Tiff Turf grass at Sherwood Park and Slator Park. Project cost is $156,816.
Supporting Documents
RFQ - Parks.pdf,
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and Sherwood Parks.
Bid Request - Due Date: May 19, 2023
The Contractor shall be required to provide costs per square foot:
4 acres or 174,240.00 Sq Ft - Sod Distributor sow in TifTuf with
sprigging machine at Slator Dog Park.
(1001 W 38th St, Odessa, TX 79764)
14 acres or 609,840.00 Sq Ft - Sod Distributor sow in TifTuf with
sprigging machine at Sherwood Park soccer fields.
(4819 N Everglade Ave, Odessa, TX 79762)
For questions regarding specifications contact:
Michael Bara, Purchasing Manager
Phone: 432-335-3251
Email: mbara@odessa-tx.gov
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CITY OF ODESSA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Meeting Date Contact Department Fiscal Impact?
6/13/2023 Mike Gerke Police Yes
Work Session? Contacted Legal? Item Type
Yes Yes Consent Resolution,
CAPTION
Consider a resolution authorizing the City of Odessa Police Department to utilize awarded funds from the
2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant Program. (-RESOLUTION-)
SUMMARY
This Council item will allow the City of Odessa Police Department to utilize awarded funds from the Office
of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division, Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant Program in
the amount of $33,000. The funds will be used to purchase 60 bullet-resistant shields.
The item to apply and accept the grant funds was presented to Council on 9/13/2022; Resolution 2022R-
54.
FISCAL IMPACT
Fiscal Year Fund Type Cost or Revenue? Fiscal Note Attached?
2023 Grant No
Available Funds Budget Est/Actual Cost Difference
This Agenda Item: $33000.00 $
ACTION NEEDED TO AMEND THE BUDGET
Appropriation Amount: $33000.00 Transfer Amount: $
Appropriation By: Grant,
Comments/Other Departments, Boards, Commissions or Agencies
Supporting Documents
4r-102 2022-2023 purchase of 60 bullet-resistant shields with Public Safety Office Criminal Justice
Division Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant.pdf,
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-__
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ODESSA, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE ODESSA POLICE
DEPARTMENT TO UTILIZE AWARDED GRANT FUNDS IN
THE AMOUNT OF $33,000.00 FROM THE OFFICE OF THE
TEXAS GOVERNOR, PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICE CRIMINAL
JUSTICE DIVISION, 2023 BULLET-RESISTANT SHIELD
GRANT PROGRAM TO PURCHASE 60 BULLET-
RESISTANT SHIELDS; AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 TO APPROPRIATE $33,000.00
AS REVENUE FROM THE 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR
BUDGET FOR THE ODESSA POLICE DEPARTMENT;
FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE MEETING AT
WHICH THIS RESOLUTION IS PASSED WAS NOTICED
AND IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AS REQUIRED BY LAW;
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY
DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS
RESOLUTION; AND DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the Office of the Texas Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice
Division, Bullet-Resistant Shield Grant Program awarded $33,000.00 to the City of Odessa Police
Department; and
WHEREAS, the City Council passed Resolution 2022R-54 accepting the grant funds from
the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division, Bullet-Resistant Shield
Grant Program in the amount of $33,000.00 for the purchase of 60 bullet-resistant shields and
amending the budget for fiscal year 2023-2024 to appropriate the additional revenue.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ODESSA, TEXAS:
Section 1. That the budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 is hereby amended to
appropriate as additional revenue the total amount of $33,000.00 from the 2023-2024fiscal year
for the Odessa Police Department for the purchase of sixty (60) bullet-resistant shields.
Section 2. That the City Manager is authorized to execute any documents necessary
to implement this resolution.
Section 3. That this resolution shall be effective at the time of its adoption.
The foregoing resolution was approved and adopted on the 13th day of June, A.D., 2023,
by the following vote:
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Mark Matta ___
Steven Thompson ___
Gilbert Vasquez ___
Greg Connell ___
Chris Hanie ___
Denise Swanner ___
Javier Joven ___
Approved this the 13th day of June, A.D., 2023.
______________________________
Javier Joven, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Norma Aguilar-Grimaldo, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________
Daniel C. Jones, City Attorney
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CITY OF ODESSA
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Meeting Date Contact Department Fiscal Impact?
5/23/2023 Javier Joven Parks & Recreation No
Work Session? Contacted Legal? Item Type
Yes Yes Regular Other,
CAPTION
Discuss prohibiting minors access to parks during school hours without a legal guardian present.
SUMMARY
In an attempt to mitigate the presence of minors in public parks during school hours, consider placing
signage at all City parks pursuant to Section 1-13-19 of the Odessa City Code.
Comments/Other Departments, Boards, Commissions or Agencies
Discussion of prohibiting minors from public parks during school hours without guardian.
Supporting Documents
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