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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES CITY OF ODESSA, TEXAS March 25, 2025 On March 25, 2025, a regular meeting of the Odessa City Council was held at 6:03 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 5th floor, City Hall, 411 W. 8th, Odessa, Texas. City Council present: Mayor Cal Hendrick; Council members: Craig Stoker, At-Large; Eddie Mitchell, District One; Steven P. Thompson, District Two; Gilbert Vasquez, District Three; Greg Connell, District Four; and Chris Hanie, District Five. Staff present: Norma Aguilar, City Secretary; Dan Jones, City Attorney; Richard Morton, Interim City Manager, and other members of City staff. A quorum being present, Mayor Hendrick called the meeting to order, and the following proceedings were held: Roll call. Ms. Aguilar conducted the roll call for the City Council. The invocation was given by Pastor Steve Moss, First Methodist Church, and followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and Texas flags. Proclamations and Presentations. None. Citizen’s comments on non-agenda items. No comments. Consent Agenda 1. City Council work session minutes, March 11, 2025; 2. City Council minutes, March 11, 2025; 3. Ordinance No. 2025-13 - Request by Parkhill for an original zoning of PD-RC, Planned Development-Recreation Center of a 104.87 acre tract of land located in Section 40, Block 41, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, Abstract No. 66 in Ector County, Texas. (Approximately 800 ft. northeast of the intersection of E. Yukon Rd and N. Faudree Rd); 4. Resolution No. 2025R-32 - Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to assist in the development of an Engineering Design Manual and revisions of current City Right of Way Ordinances for the Public Works Department. Motion was made by Council member Vasquez seconded by Council member Connell to approve the consent agenda items. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Council Minutes March 25, 2025 Page 2 Regular Award fleet car washes to Mighty Wash. Marisa Rodriquez, Director of Purchasing, stated that the bid award was to Mighty Wash to provide car wash service for the city fleet. Motion was made by Council member Hanie and seconded by Council member Vasquez to approve the bid award to Mighty Wash. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Authorize the Interim City Manager to execute an Extension to Maintenance and Support Agreement #894 and purchase order with Motorola Solutions, Inc., in the amount of $78,369, for maintenance and support services of the PremierOne Computer Aided Dispatch, Mobile and Records Management System. Michele Racca, Director of Public Communications, stated that the agreement would provide for a three month extension of text support for $78,369. Motion was made by Council member Thompson and seconded by Council member Mitchell to approve the agreement with Motorola Solutions. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Purchase of the Citian CRASH software license for the Police Department ($311,238). Matt Davidson, Deputy Police Chief, stated that the CRASH software would provide data to improve street safety. The contract was for five years for $311,238. Motion was made by Council member Connell and seconded by Council member Hanie to approve the purchase of the CRASH software license. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Purchase the Urban SDK license for the Police Department ($90,114). Deputy Chief Davidson stated that the three year contract would collect speed data from vehicles. The data would be used to understand the traffic patterns. Motion was made by Council member Stoker and seconded by Council member Thompson to approve the Urban SDK license. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Additional work to Water Treatment Plant rehabilitation and miscellaneous upgrades project. Alex Rowlett, Director of Utilities, stated that additional work was needed to isolate the clear wells. He explained the issue and the work to be done. The cost was $544,127. Motion was made by Council member Hanie and seconded by Council member Connell to approve the additional work. The motion was approved by the following vote: Council Minutes March 25, 2025 Page 3 Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Purchase venturi for Water Treatment Plant. Mr. Rowlett stated that venturi purchase was for the backwash line for filters. Motion was made by Council member Thompson and seconded by Council member Hanie to approve the venturi purchase. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Purchase four side loader trucks for the Solid Waste Department for $1,361,286.92. Aaron Smith, Assistant City Manager, stated that the four trucks were for replacement vehicles at a cost of $1,361,286.92. Motion was made by Council member Vasquez and seconded by Council member Stoker to approve the purchase of four side loader trucks. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Public Hearing Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by John Burnett Construction, LLC, for a zone change from SF-2, Single Family Residence District- Two to PD-SF, Planned Development District-Single Family, on a 12.95 acre tract of land located in Section 16, Block 41, T-2-S T&P RYCO. Survey, Odessa, Ector County Texas. (located on the south side of Eastridge Road, approximately 145 feet north of Marksburg Ave). Elizabeth Shaughnessy, Director of Development Services, stated that zone change was to provide 34 residential homes. She recommended approval with conditions A and B, which she reviewed. No one came forward and the public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Council member Thompson and seconded by Council member Connell to approve the amended ordinance on first approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Open a public hearing to consider approval of the request by G3 Investments, LLC, for a zone change from FD, Future Development District, to LI, Light Industrial District, on an 8.32 acre tract of land being out of a part of Cardinal Chemical Inc. Addition, recorded in Volume 11, Page 56, Plat Records Ector County, Texas. (located on the east side of S Grandview Ave, approximately 850-feet south of E Murphy St). Mrs. Shaughnessy stated that property was connected to a spur. The company would create 12 new employees. No one came forward and the public hearing was closed. Council Minutes March 25, 2025 Page 4 Motion was made by Council member Hanie and seconded by Council member Vasquez to approve the ordinance on first approval. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Resolution Resolution No. 2025R-33 – Odessa Development Corporation (ODC) and Premier Building Supply, LLC performance agreement. Tracy Jones, Chamber Economic Development, stated that Premier was a fabricating cold-rolled steel project business. The company would invest $2 million in improvements, create 17 new jobs, and provide an annual payroll of $905,000 for five years. The ODC grant was for $275,550. Motion was made by Council member Hanie and seconded by Council member Connell to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie None Resolution No. 2025R-34 – Odessa Development Corporation and Delaware Building, LLC performance agreement. Mrs. Jones stated that the façade grant was for $25,000 for a building located on 2nd St. Motion was made by Council member Stoker and seconded by Council member Hanie to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Resolution No. 2025R-35 – Bid award to R&W Construction, General Contractor, AEC Electrical, Electrical Contractor, Top1C Construction, LLC, Plumbing Contractor and Dr. Frio for H-VAC Contractor separately for rehabilitation reconstruction of 315 McKinney Avenue and approval of agreements. Naira Enriquez, Director of Community Development, stated that the bid award was for rehab reconstruction utilizing the CDBG and HOME funds at 315 McKinney. Council member Hanie stated the widowed lady needed the assistance. Motion was made by Council member Hanie and seconded by Council member Mitchell to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Resolution No. 2025R-36 – Bid award to R&W Construction, General Contractor, AEC Electrical, Electrical Contractor, Top1C Construction, LLC, Plumbing Contractor and Dr. Frio for H-VAC Contractor separately for rehabilitation reconstruction of 703 Jeter Avenue and approval of agreements. Ms. Enriquez stated that the rehab was on the waiting list for three years. Motion was made by Council member Mitchell and seconded by Council member Hanie to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Council Minutes March 25, 2025 Page 5 Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Resolution No. 2025R-37 – Bid award to R&W Construction, General Contractor, AEC Electrical, Electrical Contractor, Top1C Construction, LLC, Plumbing Contractor and Dr. Frio for H-VAC Contractor separately for rehabilitation reconstruction of 515 W. Ada Street and approval of agreements. Council member Stoker abstained. Motion was made by Council member Hanie and seconded by Council member Vasquez to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Abstain: Stoker Resolution No. 2025R-38 - Authorize the City of Odessa Police Department to accept appropriate and authorize expenditures from awarded Texas Law Officer Standards Education (LEOSE) funds. Mike Gerke, Police Chief, stated that the LEOSE funds was for $20,438.25. It would be used for education and training for officers. Motion was made by Council member Thompson and seconded by Council member Hanie to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Resolution No. 2025R-39 – Adjust signature cards for operating account at PNC. Kaylie Banda, Director of Finance, stated that the bank signature cards would be updated. Motion was made by Council member Vasquez and seconded by Council member Thompson to approve the resolution. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Miscellaneous Discuss and consider all City of Odessa commissions and board members including appointment, re-appointment, removing, or modification including the following: Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Board of Survey, Historic Preservation Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment. Motion was made by Council member Vasquez and seconded by Council member Connell to reappoint Kris Hinz to the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee. Council Minutes March 25, 2025 Page 6 The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None As authorized by the Texas Government Code Section 551.074(a)(1) to (Deliberations about Personnel Matters), the City Council may adjourn into executive session to: deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of public officer or employee, city manager candidates. As authorized by the Texas Government Code Section 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), the City Council may adjourn into executive session to: deliberate the purchase, exchanges, lease, or value of real property if deliberation in an open meeting would have detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with a third person, real property located within the city limits of the City of Odessa, Texas. Motion was made by Council member Connell and seconded by Council member Hanie to go into executive session under 551.071(a)(1) and 551.072. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None Motion was made by Council member Stoker and seconded by Council member Connell to return from executive session. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None No action was taken in executive session. Motion was made by Council member Mitchell and seconded by Council member Stoker to adjourn the meeting. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Hendrick, Stoker, Mitchell, Thompson, Vasquez, Connell, and Hanie Nay: None The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m. ATTEST: APPROVED: Norma Aguilar, TRMC, CMC Benard Calvin Hendrick VII City Secretary Mayor