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Vote: 7 - 0 Motion carried |
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At the conclusion of this item, the City Council will begin the Work Session. |
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City Council convenes in City Council Chambers in Work Session regarding items for presentation and discussion on such issues that may require in-depth consideration by the City Council. No action will be taken by the City Council in Work Session. |
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Hear and discuss presentations regarding the following and provide guidance to staff as appropriate. |
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Parks Master Plan Update Jarrett Atkinson, city manager; and Colby VanGundy, director of parks & recreation, introduced the item, gave comments, and answered questions from City Council. Aaron Tuley, with Halff Associates, gave a presentation on the Parks Master Plan and answered questions from City Council. Topics discussed included: stakeholder listening sessions; an assessment of current park conditions; collaborative efforts with Texas Tech University; and the Canyon Lakes Master Plan. |
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Update and Discussion regarding transition to Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) David McCalla, director of electric utilites; and Matt Rose, LP&L government relations & public affairs manager, gave a presentation on the status of Lubbock Power & Light's transition to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). Topics discussed included: construction, certification, and testing updates; plans related to the transition to ERCOT; and outages and communications planning. Mr. McCalla also introduced Chris Sims, director of grid control and compliance; Tom Fox, operations manager; Cody Kirk, transmission operator certifier; Michael Coomer, substation supervisor; and Kody Morris, transmission distribution manager, who will be the primary staff members responsible for overseeing the transition to ERCOT. |
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Mac Davis Tribute Proposal and Discussion Council member Randy Christian gave a presentation on the Mac Davis Tribute proposal as it relates to the formation of the Mac Davis Tribute Committee, progress made to date, potential locations for the tribute, and next steps. Council member Christian also detailed Mac Davis' background, accomplishments, and his impact on the Lubbock community. |
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At the completion of the Work Session, City Council recesses into Executive Session.
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Executive Session The meeting recessed at 2:19 p.m. and reconvened in Executive Session under the provisions of Section 551, Texas Government Code. City Council reconvened in open session at 4:38 p.m., and the meeting was called to order at 5:20 p.m. |
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Hold an executive session in accordance with Texas Government Code, Section 551.071, with legal counsel for advice about pending or contemplated litigation or settlement agreement and on matters in which the duty of the attorney under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct conflicts with Chapter 551. |
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Sanctuary City for the Unborn Ordinance
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Leticia Aguilar v. City of Lubbock, Cause No. 2021544153 pending in the 237th Judicial District Court of Lubbock County, Texas
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Hold an executive session in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Section 551.074, to discuss personnel matters, the appointment, employment, evaluation or reassignment of the following: |
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City Attorney
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City Manager
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City Secretary
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4:30 p.m. - City Council reconvenes in Regular Session in City Council Chambers.
City Council reconvened at 4:38 p.m.
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Ceremonial Items |
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Invocation Pastor Larry Polk, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, led the invocation. |
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Pledges of Allegiance Pledges of Allegiance, to the United States and Texas Flags, were led by Mayor Pro Tem Steve Massengale. |
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Proclamations and Presentations |
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Presentation of a Special Recognition in honor of the 2021 Annual Ride of Silence and in memory of cyclists who have been killed due to a bicycle/motorist collision
Mayor Pro Tem Steve Massengale presented a Special Recognition in honor of the 2021 Annual Ride of Silence and in memory of cyclists who have been killed due to a bicycle/motorist collision. Paul Friener, with the West Texas Cycling Association, gave comments and thanked the Mayor and City Council for the recognition. Mr. Freiner also encouraged all Lubbock citizens to participate in the 2021 Annual Ride of Silence, scheduled to be held on May 19, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
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Presentation of a Proclamation in recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the Lubbock Police Department
Mayor Daniel M. Pope presented a Proclamation in recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the Lubbock Police Department. Floyd Mitchell, chief of police, thanked all the members of the Lubbock Police Department for their dedication to keeping the community safe and gave remarks on the founding and history of the Lubbock Police Department. Chief Mitchell also presented commemorative 100th Anniversary badges to the following individuals: Mayor Daniel M. Pope; Mayor Pro Tem Steve Massengale; Council Member Juan A. Chadis; Council Member Shelia Patterson Harris; Council Member Jeff Griffith; Council Member Randy Christian; Council Member Latrelle Joy; Jarrett Atkinson, city manager; Chad Weaver, city attorney; Rebecca Garza, city secretary; Bill Howerton, deputy city manager; Jesica McEachern, assistant city manager; Brooke Witcher, assistant city manager; Blu Kostelich, chief financial officer; Shaun Fogerson, fire chief; and Monte Monroe, Texas state historian/archivist of the Southwest Collection. Mr. Monroe, along with Sergeant Brandon Price, gave comments on the history of the Lubbock Police Department and the research that was undertaken for this recognition.
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Presentation of a Special Recognition congratulating the Northwest Water Reclamation Plant for receiving the 2021 George W. Blake, Jr. Facility Safety Award by the Water Environment Federation
Jarrett Atkinson, city manager; and John Turpin, assistant director of public works, presented a Special Recognition congratulating the Northwest Water Reclamation Plant for receiving the 2021 George W. Blake, Jr. Facility Safety Award by the Water Environment Federation. Mary Gonzales, wastewater treatment plant/water reclamation supervisor, gave comments and thanked her staff and City of Lubbock administration for their support. Additionally, Ms. Gonzales introduced the following staff members, who were in attendance to receive this recognition: Craig Henderson, Bill Boyd, Berta Reyna, and Isaac Perez.
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Board Recognitions: Presented by Mayor Daniel M. Pope. Animal Services Advisory Board Grant Gerlich Junked Vehicle Compliance Board Margaret Kelley (unable to attend) Lake Alan Henry Board of Appeals Christopher Blake Seiler Krista Jones (unable to attend) Urban Design/Historic Preservation Commission Lal Williams |
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Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:20 p.m.
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Citizen Comments - According to Lubbock City Council Rules, any citizen wishing to appear in-person before a regular meeting of the City Council, regarding any matter posted on the City Council Agenda below, shall complete the sign-up form provided at the meeting, no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 11, 2021. If a citizen is attending the meeting by video or teleconference, they may submit a citizen comment by email at citizencomments@mylubbock.us, no later than 2:00 p.m. on May 11, 2021. Submitted comments must include name and address. Each comment will be read aloud for a period of time not to exceed three minutes pursuant to City Council Rules. Citizen Comments is an opportunity for citizens to make comments and express a position on agenda items. Any comment received that is in the nature of asking a question will be referred to an appropriate member of the City staff for a response. No one appeared to speak in person; and no comments were submitted via email. |
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Minutes |
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March 24, 2021 Special City Council Meeting - Lubbock Economic Development Alliance March 30, 2021 Special City Council Meeting - Electric Utility Board April 13, 2021 Regular City Council Meeting April 14, 2021 Special City Council Meeting - Coffee with the Mayor |