On the agenda: Elpasotexas City Council — Flock Safety (Sep 15)

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
September 15, 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: 572-171-994#
Notice is hereby given that a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of El Paso will be
conducted on September 15, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. Members of the public may view the meeting via the
following means:
Via the City’s website. http://www.elpasotexas.gov/videos
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
Hueco Elementary School at the Invitation of City Representative Lily Limón
Ydalia Rae Chapman

MAYOR’S PROCLAMATIONS
El Día de la Independencia de El Salvador
El Paso Fire Department - Class 1 ISO Rating
Mauricio Ibarra Ponce De León Day
National Disability Voting Rights Week
915 El Paso Lowrider Day

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

INVOCATIONBY EL PASO POLICE DEPARTMENT CHAPLAIN NATHANIEL AUSTIN
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
All matters listed under the CONSENT AGENDA, including those on the Addition to the Agenda, will
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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 Meetings of September 1,
2026, and the Work Session of August 31, 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 that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an
Underground Electrical and Transformer Pad Easement to accommodate an
electrical transmission line to provide electrical power to property in the vicinity
of the El Paso International Airport, said easement more particularly described
as: A Portion of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 1, Sharpe Subdivision Phase One, City
of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas and more particularly described on Exhibit
“A” of the Resolution.

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District 3
Airport, Yvette Hernandez, (915) 212-7301
Airport, Adriana Martinez, (915) 291-8186

4.

A Resolution that the City Manager is authorized to sign a Concession License
Agreement between the City of El Paso (“City”) and EPTEX Healthy Vending,
LLC (“Concessionaire”) to allow Concessionaire to operate automated retail
machines at the El Paso International Airport, with Concessionaire’s payment to
the City being the greater of an amount based on the square footage of the
concession site or a percentage of the revenues derived from the automated
retail machines, for a two (2) year term, with an option to renew the Agreement
for four additional one (1) year term.

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District 3
Airport, Yvette Hernandez, (915) 212-7301
Airport, Debbie Olivas, (915) 472-7387

5.

A Resolution authorizing the City’s Chief Human Resources Officer or designee
to sign the adoption of the 2026 Guidelines for the City Employees Charitable
Campaign, designating the United Way of El Paso County as the Local
Campaign Manager, and designating the City’s Chief Human Resources Officer
or designee to act as the liaison to work with the Local Campaign Manager in
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the administration of the campaign.
All Districts
Human Resources, Mary Wiggins, (915) 212-1267
Human Resources, Zulema Perez, (915) 212-0249

6.

A Resolution approving through FY27 all expenditures stemming from
contractual obligations regarding the contracting of hearing officers, which are
required to meet the City’s needs. Future fiscal year expenditures to contract
Hearing Officers will be governed by City Council’s approval of the annual City
budget, specifically from projections and updates by the Department of Human
Resources, which shall be incorporated in the relevant portions of the approved
budget. The Chief Human Resources Officer is authorized to execute any
related necessary documents during the life of the Agreement, and the City
Manager or designee is authorized to execute any documents and budget
transfers required to effectuate the intent of this Resolution.

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All Districts
Human Resources, Mary L. Wiggins, (915) 212-1267
Human Resources, Monika Kretschmer, (915) 212-1245

7.

Approval of a Resolution for a proposed Substantial Amendment to the City of
El Paso's Annual Action Plans for Program Year 2019 through 2023.

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All Districts
Community and Human Development, Nickole Rodriguez, (915) 212-1673
Community and Human Development, Abraham Gutierrez, (915) 212-1658

CONSENT AGENDA - BOARD RE-APPOINTMENTS:
8.

Pamela Soto to the Women's Rights Commission by Representative Alejandra
Chávez, District 1.

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

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE FOR NOTATION:
9.

Accept the donation of $1,000.00 from Paso del Norte Health Foundation for
the El Paso National Dance Day Health & Wellness Event at San Jacinto Plaza,
hosted by El Paso City Council District 1, in collaboration with Destination El
Paso and City of El Paso Parks & Recreation, and other district health,
wellness, and educational programming.

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District 1
Members of the City Council, Representative Alejandra Chávez, (915) 212-0001

10.

Accept the donation of $1,000.00 from Jobe Materials, L.P. for the El Paso
National Dance Day Health & Wellness Event at San Jacinto Plaza, hosted by
El Paso City Council District 1, in collaboration with Destination El Paso and
City of El Paso Parks & Recreation - Live Active, and other district health,
wellness, and educational programming.
District 1
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Members of the City Council, Representative Alejandra Chávez, (915) 212-0001

CONSENT AGENDA - NOTICE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS:
For notation pursuant to Section 2.92.080 of the City Code:
11.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Arturo R. Alluin, candidate for District 8, in
the amounts of $950 from Arturo Alluin; $1,300 from Maria Paula Gonzalez;
$2,300 from Ruth Ojeda; $500 from Matthew James Lopez; and $1,000 from
David Edward Venegas.

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

12.

Receipt of a campaign contribution by Matthew J. Guzman, candidate for
District 8, in the amount of $1,000 from Ted Houghton.

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

13.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Alejandra Chávez in the
amount of $500.00 from Nancy Laster, $500.00 from Javier Lucatero and
$500.00 from Lillie McIntosh.

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District 1
Members of the City Council, Representative Alejandra Chávez, (915) 212-0001

14.

Receipt of campaign contributions by Representative Ivan Niño in the amount of
$2,500.00 from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
Political Action Committee Voluntary Fund.

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District 5
Members of the City Council, Representative Ivan Niño, (915) 212-0005

15.

Receipt of a campaign contribution by Representative Art Fierro in the amount
of $1,000 from Rogelio Lopez.

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District 6
Members of the City Council, Representative Art Fierro, (915) 212-0006

CONSENT AGENDA - REQUESTS TO ISSUE PURCHASE ORDERS:
16.

That the City Council approve Change Order #3 to Contract 2024-0539 to the
project known as Greater El Paso Landfill Cells 15-20 with 4X Construction
Group, LLC in the amount of $123,989.25 for a fire department connection
(FDC) system.
All Districts
Capital Improvement Department, Joaquin Rodriguez, (915) 212-0065
Environmental Services Department, Nicholas N. Ybarra, (915) 212-6025

REGULAR AGENDA - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES:
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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.
17.

An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of
El Paso to Double H Contracting, Inc., for the purchase price of $209,228; such
real property legally described as a portion of Lot 1, Block 5, Continental
Industrial Park, an addition to the City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas,
according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 56, Page 59, Plat Records of
El Paso County, Texas.

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District 7
Real Estate Division, Mary Lou Espinoza, (915) 212-0825
Real Estate Division, Mandy Contreras, (915) 212-1874

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2026
18.

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.

26-1013

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

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON OCTOBER 13, 2026
19.

An Ordinance authorizing the addition of Chapter 15.12 of the El Paso City
Code to require certain disclosures on Commercial Solicitations relating to
Water Quality, Water Safety, Water Testing, Water Treatment, or Water
Filtration; providing definitions; providing requirements; providing form of
disclosure; providing for application; providing for violations; providing for
penalties; providing for enforcement by El Paso Water; and providing an
effective date.
All Districts
City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
City Attorney's Office, Josette Flores, (915) 212-0033

PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2026

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REGULAR AGENDA – PUBLIC HEARINGS AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES:
20.

An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST25-00021, to allow for a
helistop on the property described as Lots 24 through 28, Block 1, Vista
Commercial Park, 12230 Pine Springs Drive, City of El Paso, El Paso County,
Texas, pursuant to Section 20.04.260 of the El Paso City Code. The penalty
being as provided in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code.

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Subject Property: 12230 Pine Springs Dr.
Applicant: City of El Paso
Case Number: PZST25-00021
District 6
Planning and Inspections, Kevin W. Smith, (915) 212-1566
Planning and Inspections, Blanca Perez, (915) 212-1561

21.

An Ordinance amending Title 5 (Business License and Permit Regulations),
Chapter 5.10 (Tattoo and Body Art Studio Registration and Artist License),
Section 5.10.030 (Studio Registration Required) to specify inspection is
required prior to issuance of a studio registration, Section 5.10.040 (Studio
Registration Application) to add proof of an approved inspection as required
information for a studio registration inspection, Section 5.10.080 (Artist License
Application) to specify that artists must provide the name and address of the
studio where they are employed as part of their application, Section 5.10.120
(Inspections) to further specify reasonable times at which the Director of Code
Enforcement and other authorized representatives can conduct inspections of
tattoo and body art studios, Section 5.10.140 (Denial) to specify that denying
entry for inspection is grounds for denial of a studio registration application; the
penalty as provided in Section 5.10.18 of the City Code.

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All Districts
Code Enforcement, Steve Alvarado, (915) 212-6026
Code Enforcement, Danny Soto, (915) 212-6135

22.

An Ordinance Amending Title 15 (Public Services), Chapter 15.04 (Public
Utilities Generally) to add a new Section 15.04.005 to be named "Definitions",
repealing Ordinance Nos.6009 and 9759 and adding Section 15.04. 210 for
purposes of codifying regulations governing communications by public utilities,
their affiliates and their representatives with the city of El Paso, or any officer or
employee of the City of El Paso and adding Section 15.04.220 for purposes of
establishing regulations regarding notice and presentation of information to the
City of El Paso by public utilities; the penalty being provided in Section 1.08.010
of the City Code.

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All Districts
City Attorney's Office, Karla M. Nieman, (915) 212-0033
City Attorney’s Office, Josette Flores, (915) 212-0033

23.

An Ordinance amending Title 18 (Building and Construction), Chapter 18.60
(Flood Damage Prevention, Article IV (Administration), Subsection 18.60.140
(Designation of the Floodplain Administrator) to amend the responsibilities. The
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penalty is as provided for in Section 18.60.240 of the El Paso City Code.
All Districts
Planning and Inspections, Tony De La Cruz, (915) 212-1589
Planning and Inspections, Kevin Smith, (915) 212-1566

24.

An Ordinance amending Title 19 (Subdivisions), Article 3 (Authority of Decision
Makers), Section 19.31 (Responsible Officials), Subsection 19.31.080
(Floodplain Administrator) to amend the responsibilities. The penalty is as
provided for in Section 19.42 of the El Paso City Code.

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All Districts
Planning and Inspections, Tony De La Cruz, (915) 212-1589
Planning and Inspections, Kevin Smith, (915) 212-1566

REGULAR AGENDA - MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
25.

Discussion and action directing the City Manager to ensure the removal, within
60 days, of all Flock Safety fixed automated license plate reader (ALPR)
cameras and related hardware located on or within City property, City
right-of-way, or otherwise within the City’s control, regardless of whether such
cameras or hardware are owned by Flock Safety, the City of El Paso, or any
third party, including by physically removing such equipment or coordinating its
removal by the appropriate party.

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All Districts
Members of the City Council, Representative Chris Canales, (915) 212-0008
Members of the City Council, Representative Josh Acevedo, (915) 212-0002

26.

Discussion and action 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, unless
otherwise directed by subsequent action of the City Council; and directing the
City Attorney to draft and return to the City Council within 30 days a resolution
to further effectuate this direction.

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All Districts
Members of the City Council, Representative Chris Canales, (915) 212-0008
Members of the City Council, Representative Josh Acevedo, (915) 212-0002

REGULAR AGENDA - OTHER BUSINESS:
27.

Discussion and action to approve the El Paso County 911 District FY 2026 2027 Budget to be presented by Scott Calderwood, Director.
All Districts
City Manager's Office, Scott Calderwood, (915) 832-6812
City Manager's Office, Sasho Andonoski, (915) 212-1092

EXECUTIVE SESSION
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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
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