On the agenda: El Paso City Council — Flock Safety (Oct 13)

CITY COUNCIL
Alejandra Chávez, District 1
Josh Acevedo, District 2
Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3
Cynthia Boyar Trejo, District 4
Ivan Niño, District 5
Art Fierro, District 6
Lily Limón, District 7
Chris Canales, District 8

Renard U. Johnson
Mayor

Dionne Mack
City Manager

AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
October 13, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL, 300 N. CAMPBELL AND VIRTUALLY
9:00 AM
Teleconference phone number: 1-915-213-4096
Toll free number: 1-833-664-9267
Conference ID: 110-700-043#
Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be
conducted on October 13, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. Members of the public may view the meeting via the
following means:
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Via television on City15,
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofelpasotx/videos

Attention: The Council will take a lunch break at approximately 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
unless otherwise decided by the Council.
In compliance with the requirement that the City provide two-way communication for members of the
public, members of the public may communicate with Council during public comment, and regarding
agenda items by calling the following number:
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9:00 A.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Dr. Sue A. Shook Elementary School at the invitation of Representative Lily Limón.
Santiago Garcia
Xitlali Garcia

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
LGBTQIA+ History Month
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Assistance League of El Paso Month
Scherr Legate Lights Parade - Winterfest 2026
Domestic Violence Awareness Month

10:00 A.M. ROLL CALL
A QUORUM OF THE CITY COUNCIL MUST BE PRESENT AT THIS TIME

INVOCATION BY EL PASO POLICE SENIOR CHAPLAIN DAVID MAYFIELD
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CONSENT AGENDA AND REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
Public comment on agenda items will begin at 10:00 a.m. Request to speak must be received
by 9:00 a.m. on the day of the meeting.
Members of the public may choose to comment at 10:00 a.m. or at the time the item is heard,
but not both.

CALL TO THE PUBLIC (CITY RELATED NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
Call to the Public will begin at 10:00 a.m. Requests to speak must be received by 9:00 a.m. on
the date of the meeting. Sixty minutes in total will be devoted for Call to the Public. This time
is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the City Council on items that
are not on the City Council Agenda.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
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All matters listed under the CONSENT AGENDA, including those on the Addition to the Agenda, will
be considered by City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless separate
discussion is requested by Council Members. Prior to the vote, members of the audience may ask
questions regarding items on the consent agenda. When the vote has been taken, if an item has not
been called out for separate discussion, the item has been approved. Council may, however,
reconsider any item at any time during the meeting.

CONSENT AGENDA - APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1.

Approval of the Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of September 29,
2026, and the Work Session of September 28, 2026.

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All Districts
City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
2.

REQUEST TO EXCUSE ABSENT CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS

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CONSENT AGENDA - RESOLUTIONS:
3.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to sign all documents
related to the Rio Grande Council of Government’s FY 2027 Regional Solid
Waste Project Allocation COG managed program, in order to defray the costs
of operating the City of El Paso’s Scrap Tires Disposal Reimbursement
Program and that the City Manager or designee is authorized to effectuate any
budget transfers, any related agreements, amendments to such agreements,
and documents after review and approval by the City Attorney’s office,
necessary to carry out the intent of this resolution.

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All Districts
Environmental Services Department, Nicholas Ybarra, (915) 212-6000
Environmental Services Department, Forrest Clancy, (915) 212-6000

4.

A Resolution that the City Council, in accordance with the provisions of City
Code Subsection 12.056.020(F)(1), hereby exempts the regularly designated
parking meter fees to the North of I-10, to include, but not be limited to the
Uptown Parking Benefit District, on November 21, 2026, for WinterFest which
constitutes a special downtown event.

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District 8
International Bridges, Roberto Tinajero, (915) 212-7500
International Bridges, Paul Stresow, (915) 212-7500

5.

A Resolution that the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the
Winterfest 2026 Opening Day from 6:00 am to 11:30 pm on Saturday,
November 21, 2026, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and
recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in
accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign
an Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right of Way (Form TEA
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30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and
through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and
use of State owned and operated street (s) in excess of four hours for portions
of Mesa Street between Franklin Avenue and Texas Avenue upon the issuance
of required permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the
finalized TEA30 agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas
Department of Transportation.
Applicant: Phoebe Grijalva
Case Number: CSEV26-00130
District 8
Planning and Inspections, Kevin W. Smith, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Marisol Franco, (915) 212-1563

6.

A Resolution that the closure of rights-of-way within the City of El Paso for the
Winterfest 2026 Lights Parade from 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Saturday,
November 21, 2026, serves a public purpose of providing cultural and
recreational activities for the residents and visitors of the City of El Paso, and in
accordance with 43 TAC, Section 22.12, the City Manager be authorized to sign
an Agreement for the Temporary Closure of State Right- Of- Way (Form TEA
30A) by and between the City of El Paso and the State of Texas, acting by and
through the Texas Department of Transportation, for the temporary closure and
use of State owned and operated street (s) in excess of four hours for a portion
of Mesa Street between Franklin Street and Overland Avenue and Texas
Avenue from Oregon Street to Octavia Street, upon the issuance of required
permits from the City of El Paso and substantial conformity to the finalized
TEA30 A agreement between the City of El Paso and State of Texas
Department of Transportation.

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Applicant: Phoebe Grijalva
Case Number: CSEV26-00103
District 8
Planning and Inspections, Kevin W. Smith, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Marisol Franco, (915) 212-1563

7.

A Resolution that the tax roll is hereby approved and constitutes the 2026 tax
roll for all entities which the City Tax Assessor/Collector collects taxes.

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All Districts
Tax Office, Maria O. Pasillas, (915) 212-0106

8.

A Resolution renaming March 31st as Farmworkers Appreciation Day.

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All Districts
City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049

CONSENT AGENDA - SPECIAL APPOINTMENT:
9.

A Resolution approving the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the El
Paso Downtown Management District that the following persons be named
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directors of the District for the terms indicated:
Nominee

Term #

Expiration Date

Maxey Scherr
Ray Lozano, Jr.
Yolanda Giner
Kristi Daugherty
Guillermo Garcia
Patrick Merrick

2
1*
2
2
2
2

August 2029
August 2029
August 2029
August 2029
August 2029
August 2029

District 8
Economic and International Development, Karina Brasgalla, (915) 212-0094

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
10.

Gloria Clark to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as a regular member, by
Representative Art Fierro, District 6.

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Members of the City Council, Representative Art Fierro, (915) 212-0006

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
11.

Richard O. Martinez to the Public Board Selection Committee by
Representative Lily Limón, District 7.

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Members of the City Council, Representative Lily Limón, (915) 212-0007

12.

Scott Winton to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee by Mayor
Renard U. Johnson.

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Members of the City Council, Mayor Renard U. Johnson, (915) 212-0021

13.

Martha Isabel Aguayo to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate
member, by Representative Art Fierro, District 6.

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Members of the City Council, Representative Art Fierro, (915) 212-0006

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
14.

Accept the donation of $3,000.00 from Saratoga Homes for the District 5
Movies at the Park, hosted by El Paso City Council District 5, in collaboration
with El Paso County Commissioner Jackie Butler, Precinct One.
District 5
Members of the City Council, Representative Ivan Niño, (915) 212-0005

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:

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For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code:
15.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Matthew J. Guzman, candidate for District
8, in the amounts of $1,000 from Edward Escudero, $1,000 from Robert
Bowling, and $1,000 from Randall Bowling.

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City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049

16.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Sam Armijo, candidate for District 1, in
the amount of a $17,000 personal loan from Sam Armijo to the campaign,

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City Clerk's Office, Laura D. Prine, (915) 212-0049

17.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chávez in the
amount of $600.00 from Melissa Y. Zavaleta, $1,000.00 from Robert Urrea,
$1,000.00 from Gary L. Bourdreaux, and $2,000.00 from El Paso Municipal
Police Officers (Political Action Committee Fund).

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Members of the City Council, Representative Alejandra Chávez, (915) 212-0001

18.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Lily Limón in the amounts
of $300 from Congressman Silvestre Reyes and $250 from Jesús Olivas.

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Members of the City Council, Representative Lily Limón, (915) 212-0007

19.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Art Fierro in the amounts
of $2,500 from Raymond Palacios, $1,000 from Douglas Schwartz, $1,500 from
Kelly Tomblin, $1,500 from Robert Bowling, $1,500 from Randall Bowling,
$1,500 from Lisa Peisen, $1,500 from El Paso Electric Company Employee
Political Action Committee Texas, $2,500 from Socorro E Rodriguez, $2,500
from Liliana Ivette Miranda, $2,500 from David Rodriguez, $1,000 from Joseph
Moody, $2,000 from Cesar J. Blanco, $2,000 from El Paso Municipal Police
Officers (Political Action Committee Fund), and $2,500 from Michelle Rubio.

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Members of the City Council, Representative Art Fierro, (915) 212-0006

20.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Chris Canales in the
amounts of $1,000.00 from Ann Canales, $100.00 from Marshall Carter-Tripp,
$100.00 from Mara Cohn, $200.00 from Jonathan Johnson, $250.00 from
Cecilia Lizarraga, $50.00 from Sylvia Searfoss, $400.00 from Dr. Kathleen
Staudt, $25.00 from Jakob M. Reynolds, $100.00 from Carlos Humphrey,
$200.00 from Mary Spalding, and$100.00 from Christine Kelso.

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Members of the City Council, Representative Chris Canales, (915) 212-0008

CONSENT AGENDA - BIDS:
21.

The award of Solicitation 2026-0436 Veterinary Narcotic Medication (Re-Bid) to
Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc., for an initial term of three (3) years for an
estimated amount of $360,727.77. The award also includes a two (2) year option
for an estimated amount of $240,485.18. The total contract time is for five (5)
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years for a total estimated amount of $601.212.95.
Department:
Award to Supplier 2:
City & State:
Item(s):
Term:
Option Terms:
Total Contract Time:
Annual Estimated Award:
Initial Term Estimated Award:
Option Term Estimated Award:
Total Estimated Award:
Account(s)
Funding Source(s):
District(s):

Animal Services
Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc.
Lakeville, MN
1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
15, 16, 17
3 Years
2 Years
5 Years
$120,242.59
$360,727.77
$240,485.18
$601,212.95
225-2580-25120-531120-P2509
Special Fund
All

This was a Low Bid Procurement for a replacement contract.
The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Animal Services Departments
recommend award as indicated to Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. the lowest
responsive and responsible bidder.
It is requested that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding
sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all
documents necessary for execution of this award.
In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to
exercise future options if needed.
All Districts
Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, Claudia A. Garcia, (915) 212-0043
Animal Services Department, Michael D. Wachsmann, (915) 212-8742

REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.9 OF THE EL PASO CITY
CHARTER:
Public comment typically is not taken during the first reading of ordinances. Public
comments are invited at the date of the scheduled public hearing.
Public Hearings will be held as part of the regular City Council meeting that begins at approximately
10:00 a.m. or shortly thereafter. All interested persons present shall have an opportunity to be heard
at that time. After the public hearings, Council may also delay taking action on Ordinances; no
requirement is made by Section 3.9B of the El Paso City Charter to publish any further notice. Copies
of all Ordinances are available for review in the City Clerk’s office, 300 N. Campbell, Monday through
Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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22.

An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lot 7, Block 4, Hueco View Acres, 11368
Turner Road, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-3 (Residential) to
A-O (Apartment/Office) and imposing a condition. The penalty is as provided for
in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code.

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Subject Property: 11368 Turner Road
Applicant: Creosote Land, LLC
Case Number: PZRZ26-00015
District 6
Planning and Inspections, Kevin W. Smith, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Jose Beltran, (915) 212-1607

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 10, 2026

REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
23.

An Ordinance amending El Paso City Code Title 20 (Zoning), Chapter 20.02
(General Definitions), Chapter 20.10 (Supplemental Use Regulations),
Appendix A (Table of Permissible Uses) for Correctional Facility and Halfway
House uses. The penalty is as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City
Code.

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All Districts
Planning and Inspections, Kevin W. Smith, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Luis F. Zamora, (915) 212-1552

REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
24.

Discussion and action to direct the City Manager to analyze and develop a
recommendation for a city-initiated rezoning within the Rio Grande
neighborhood to align the zoning ordinance with existing, established
development and the City’s adopted Comprehensive Plan, with a
recommendation returned to Council for discussion and action by December 8,
2026.

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District 8
Members of the City Council, Representative Chris Canales, (915) 212-0008

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
25.

Discussion and action on a Resolution that Schedule C, attached to the FY
2027 Budget Resolution and effective September 1, 2026, is hereby amended,
effective September 29, 2026, to add or revise certain fees for the Animal
Services and Code Enforcement Departments, as set forth in Attachment A of
the Resolution. [POSTPONED FROM 09-29-2026]

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All Districts
Office of Management and Budget, Sasho Andonoski, (915) 212-1092

26.

Discussion and action to approve a Resolution to amend the 2026 Public Art
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Plan as approved by the Public Art Committee (PAC) and the Museums &
Cultural Affairs Advisory Board (MCAAB) and that the City Manager or a
designee is authorized to enter into contracts and amendments to contracts to
carry out the 2026 Public Art Plan Amendment as described in Exhibit "A” of the
resolution.
All Districts
Museums and Cultural Affairs, Ben Fyffe, (915) 212-0110
Museums and Cultural Affairs, Claudia Cardoza, (915) 212-0110

27.

Discussion and action on a motion from City Council on 09/15/2026, directing
the City Manager to refrain from entering into, executing, renewing, or
extending any contract, agreement, or other arrangement with Flock Safety or
any other provider for the acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, or
use of fixed, networked automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras or
substantially similar technology.

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City Attorney's Office, Eric Gutierrez, (915) 212-0033
City Attorney’s Office, Josette Flores, (915) 212-0033

28.

Discussion and action on a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of
El Paso and the Office of the Governor, Texas Military Preparedness
Commission, in support of El Paso Water's application for funding through the
Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant program for an expansion of
the Kay Bailey Hutchison Desalination Center.

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All Districts
El Paso Water, Bianca Arriaga, (915) 594-5680

EXECUTIVE SESSION
The City Council of the City of El Paso may retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Section
3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, to
discuss any of the following: (The items listed below are matters of the sort routinely discussed in
Executive Session, but the City Council of the City of El Paso may move to Executive Session any of
the items on this agenda, consistent with the terms of the Open Meetings Act and the Rules of City
Council.) The City Council will return to open session to take any final action and may also, at any time
during the meeting, bring forward any of the following items for public discussion, as appropriate.
Section 551.071
Section 551.072
Section 551.073
Section 551.074
Section 551.076
Section 551.087
Section 551.089

CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY
DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY
DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFTS
PERSONNEL MATTERS
DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS
DELIBERATION REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEGOTIATIONS
DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES OR SECURITY AUDITS; CLOSED
MEETING

ADJOURN
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
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