Printed Agenda

City of Lubbock, Texas
Regular City Council Meeting
August 13, 2024

Mark W. McBrayer, Mayor
Christy Martinez-Garcia, Mayor Pro Tem, District 1
Gordon Harris, Councilman, District 2
David Glasheen, Councilman, District 3
Brayden Rose, Councilman, District 4
Dr. Jennifer Wilson, Councilwoman, District 5
Tim Collins, Councilman, District 6

W. Jarrett Atkinson, City Manager
Matt Wade, City Attorney
Courtney Paz, City Secretary

http://www.mylubbock.us

City Council Chambers, Citizens Tower, 1314 Avenue K, Lubbock, Texas

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Executive Session Disclosure Statement: The City Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of the meeting to discuss any item listed on this agenda as authorized by Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, including but not necessarily limited to §551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), §551.072 (Deliberations regarding Real Property), §551.073 (Deliberations regarding Gifts and Donations), §551.074 (Personnel Matters), §551.076 (Deliberations regarding Security Devices), §551.086 (Public Power Utilities: Competitive Matters), §551.087 (Deliberations regarding Economic Development Negotiations).

Note: On occasion the City Council may consider agenda items out of order.

1:00 p.m. - City Council convenes in City Council Chambers and immediately recesses into Executive Session.

Executive Session

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.

Article 22.03 of the Lubbock City Code and Chapter 13 of the Texas Water Code

Hold an executive session in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Section 551.072, to deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.

Commercial Lease Amendment for property located at 5034 Frankford Avenue, Lubbock, Texas, 79424

Adjourn from Executive Session

Immediately following Executive Session, the City Council reconvenes in Work Session in City Council Chambers.

Hear and discuss presentations regarding the following and provide guidance to staff as appropriate.

Presentation and discussion of the Proposed FY 2024-25 Operating Budget and Capital Program, and discuss all funds of the City, including but not limited to General Fund, Debt Service Fund, Internal Services, Enterprise Funds, Special Revenue Funds, Component Units, Related Entities, Debt and Debt Obligations, Capital Improvement Program, current and proposed American Rescue Plan Act Funds and uses, and related and associated items and use of such funds; and take action to direct the City Manager to make changes to said Budget.

2:00 p.m. - The City Council continues in Open Session in City Council Chambers.

Ceremonial Items

Invocation

Pledges of Allegiance

Call to Order

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 2:00 p.m. on August 13, 2024. Citizen Comments provide an opportunity for citizens to make comments and express a position on agenda items.

Minutes

July 2, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting
July 9, 2024 Special City Council Meeting
July 18, 2024 Special City Council Meeting - Work Session

Consent Agenda - Items considered to be routine are enacted by one motion without separate discussion. If the City Council desires to discuss an item, the item is removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.

Budget Ordinance Amendment 2nd Reading - Finance: Consider Budget Ordinance No. 2024-O0103, Amendment 43, amending the FY 2023-24 Budget for municipal purposes respecting the Cable Services Fund; providing for filing; and providing for a savings clause.

Resolution - Communications & Public Engagement: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Purchase Order 364545, with Nelco Media, for Phase II Upgrade of audio and video infrastructure and equipment in City Council Chambers, Communications Studio, and Conference Rooms.

Budget Ordinance Amendment 1st Reading - Finance: Consider Budget Ordinance Amendment 45, amending the FY 2023-24 Budget for municipal purposes respecting the Information Technology Capital Project Fund and the Health Benefits Operating Fund; providing for filing; and providing for a savings clause.

Ordinance 1st Reading - Right-of-Way: Consider an ordinance abandoning and closing portions of an underground streetlight cable easement located in Lot 334, Lincoln 16 Addition, City of Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas, south of Princeton Street and east of North Clinton Avenue.

Resolution - Right-of-Way: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept, for and on behalf of the City of Lubbock, one (1) street, public use, and right-of-way deed, and all related documents, in connection with certain real property located in Section 10, Block JS, Lubbock County, Texas (Parcel 20), on the east side of Upland Avenue, north of 19th Street and south of 18th Street, to be utilized for the Upland Avenue: 4th Street to 19th Street 2022 Road Bond Project.

Resolution - Right-of-Way: Consider a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a Street Use License and/or City Public Grounds Monitor Well Permit, and all related documents, by and between the City of Lubbock and the Air Force Civil Engineer Center, and located in the right-of-way of 25th Street, west of Inler Avenue.

Ordinance 1st Reading - Engineering: Consider an ordinance amending Articles 39.04 and 39.07 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Lubbock, by adding Articles 39.07.046, and amending Sections 39.04.012, 39.04.013, and 39.07.020, to allow for certain building permits to be approved while required infrastructure is constructed in parallel.

Resolution - Engineering: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Professional Services Agreement, Contract 18233, with Freese and Nichols, Inc., for final design, bid, and construction phase services for the 66th Street Drainage Channel Improvements Project.

Resolution - Engineering: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Public Works Contract 18190, with Lone Star Dirt & Paving, LTD, for the 66th Street Channel Drainage Improvements Project, along 66th Street to Playa. Lake 039.

Resolution - Engineering: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement, Contract 17087, with HDR Engineering, Inc., for engineering services for the reconstruction of Milwaukee Avenue from 4th Street to the City of Lubbock north city limits, 2022 Road Bond Project.

10.

Resolution - Engineering: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement, Contract 17074, with Freese and Nichols, Inc., for the design of the Upland Avenue from 34th Street to 50th Street 2022 Road Bond Project, and street bond management.

11.

Resolution - Engineering: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Public Works Contract 18109, with Winston Electric Inc., dba Acme Electric Company, Texas, for the West Lubbock Water System Expansion early procurement.

12.

Resolution - Public Works Solid Waste: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract 18166, with MJE, LLC, for the West Texas Region Disposal Facility Cell 6 Construction.

13.

Resolution - Public Health Services: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 4 to the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No. HHS000779500003, and all related documents, under the Substance Use Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Services Block Grant, by and between the City of Lubbock, and the State of Texas' Health and Human Services Commission, to provide Treatment for Youth (TRY) funding.

14.

Resolution - Aviation: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a Federal Aviation Grant Agreement for the Mechanical Equipment Replacement Project at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.

14.

Resolution - Aviation: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Contract 17935, with Anthony Mechanical, Inc., for the Mechanical Equipment Replacement Project at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.

14.

Resolution - Aviation: Consider resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Change Order No. 1 to Contract 17935, with Anthony Mechanical, Inc., for the Mechanical Equipment Replacement Project at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.

14.

Resolution - Aviation: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No.16 to Contract 15200, with RS&H, Inc., for Construction Administration and Resident Project Representative Services, for the Mechanical Equipment Replacement Project at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.

15.

Resolution - Aviation: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to accept a Federal Aviation Grant Agreement for the Taxiway Lima Extension, Taxilane Addition, and Apron Expansion Project at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.

15.

Resolution - Aviation: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 8 to Contract 15310, with Parkhill, for professional architectural and engineering services for the Taxiway Lima Extension, Taxilane Addition, and Apron Expansion Project at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.

16.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Commercial Revitalization Grant Program (Facade) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to VCC Management, LLC, dba Vogue College, located at 1712 34th Street, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

17.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Downtown Grant Program (Facade) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to Mixed Nutz Leasing, LLC, located at 1937 Texas Avenue, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

18.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Downtown Grant Program (Facade) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to Landlines, LLC, located at 1106 Main Street, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

19.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Downtown Grant Program (Permittable) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to Landlines, LLC, located at 1106 Main Street, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

20.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Commercial Revitalization Grant Program (Facade) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to The Rolling Cones, located at 3006 34th Street, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

21.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Commercial Revitalization Grant Program (Permittable) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to The Rolling Cones, located at 3006 34th Street, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

22.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Commercial Revitalization Grant Program (Facade) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to Elida Morin, located at 1819 E. Broadway, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

23.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Commercial Revitalization Grant Program (Permittable) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to Elida Morin, located at 1819 E. Broadway, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

24.

Resolution - Business Development: Consider a resolution authorizing a Commercial Revitalization Grant Program (Facade) expenditure of Market Lubbock, Inc., to be provided to Mags and Blades Ventures, LLC, located at 2223 34th Street, pursuant to Article IV, Section 5, of the Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Market Lubbock Development Corporation.

25.

Resolution - Parks and Recreation: Consider a resolution authorizing Purchase Order 10027645, with Advantage Courts Co., for the resurfacing and maintenance of park courts and court amenities at Wheelock, Rawlings, Underwood, Charles Guy, Hoel, Whisperwood, and Higinbotham Parks.

26.

Resolution - Information Technology: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Purchase Order 33001881, with Dell Marketing LP, for the purchase of computers for the scheduled computer replacement program.

27.

Resolution - Information Technology: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute Purchase Order 33001880, with Dell Marketing LP, for the purchase of two Dell PowerStore 1200T data storage appliances, to replace existing data storage units, and to provide for additional data storage capacity.

28.

Resolution - Police: Consider a resolution authorizing the Chief of Police for the City of Lubbock, to execute a Memorandum of Understanding, and all related documents, by and between the United States Secret Service and the City of Lubbock, on behalf of the Lubbock Police Department, regarding reimbursement of certain overtime costs and other expenses pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 9705.

29.

Resolution - Lubbock Power & Light: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute the Eighth Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement dated May 29, 2018, by and between the City of Lubbock, acting by and through Lubbock Power & Light, and TMG Utility Advisory Services, Inc., expanding the scope of services to include work required to integrate with Smart Meter Texas.

30.

Ordinance 2nd Reading - Planning (District 1): Consider Ordinance No. 2024-O0079, for Zone Case 3224-A, a request of Lone Star Suds, LLC for Centric Capital Partners, Inc., for a zone change from Neighborhood Commercial District (NC) and Auto-Urban Commercial District (AC) to Auto-Urban Commercial District (AC), at 2401 19th Street, located south of 19th Street and west of Avenue X, Ellwood Place Addition, Block 1, the east 140 feet of Lot 1.

31.

Ordinance 2nd Reading - Planning (District 3): Consider Ordinance No. 2024-O0104, Zone Case 763-D, a request of Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. for Buslon, Inc., for a zone change from Low Density Single-Family District (SF-2) and Medium Density Residential District (MDR) to Medium Density Residential District (MDR), at 5311 Bangor Avenue, located north of 54th Street and east of Bangor Avenue, on approximately 5.9 acres of unplatted land out of Block E-2, Section 28.

32.

Ordinance 2nd Reading - Planning (District 6): Consider Ordinance No. 2024-O0105, for Zone Case 2538-MM, a request of K-9 Kennels, for a zone change from Low Density Single-Family District (SF-2) to Heavy Commercial District (HC), at 1607 and 1715 Alcove Avenue, located north of 19th Street and east of Alcove Avenue, on approximately 6.1 acres of unplatted land out of Block D-6, Section 1.

Regular Agenda

Board Appointments - City Secretary: Consider appointments to the Quincy Park Public Improvement District (PID) Advisory Board.

Board Appointments - City Secretary: Consider appointments to the Upland Crossing Public Improvement District (PID) Advisory Board.

Board Appointments - City Secretary: Consider appointments to the Valencia Public Improvement District (PID) Advisory Board.

Report: City of Lubbock 2022 Street Bond Progress Report

Ordinance Single Reading - City Secretary: Consider adoption of an Ordinance Calling a Bond Election to be held within the City of Lubbock, Texas; making provisions for the conduct and the giving of notice of the election; and containing other provisions related thereto.

Resolution - City Manager: Consider a resolution declaring the intent of the City Council and its commitment to create a contract with the voters stipulating that the proceeds from the bonds shall be used for the projects identified in the ordinance calling the November 5, 2024 Bond Election and directing the City Manager to implement the November 5, 2024 Bond Program, in accordance with specific projects and programs set forth in the resolution and the propositions approved by the voters.

Resolution - Finance: Consider a resolution adopting a proposed maximum tax rate that will result in additional revenues as outlined in Section 26.05 (d) of the Tax Code of the State of Texas, and setting the date for the public hearing to discuss the proposed tax rate.

Resolution - Finance: Consider a resolution suspending the effective date for ninety days, in connection with the rate increase filing made on about July 16, 2024, by West Texas Gas, Inc.; finding that the meeting complies with the open meetings act; making other findings and provisions related to the subject; and declaring an effective date.

Resolution - Planning: Consider a resolution prescribing the type of notice to be given for a joint meeting of the City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission, for a public hearing to consider amendments to the Unified Development Code (UDC), as provided under Section 211.007(d) of the Texas Local Government Code, and setting the date for the public hearing.

10.

Ordinance 1st Reading - Planning:
A. Consider and take action on the City of Lubbock Planning and Zoning Commission's final report of August 1, 2024, to the Lubbock City Council on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code (Ordinance No. 2023-O0054) recommended for adoption, limited to the following:

Section 39.02.018.c.1.A (related to Residential Uses in the SF-2, MDR, and HDR Districts)
Table 39.02.004.c-2 (related to SF-2 Lot Density and Dimensions)
Table 39.02.004.d-2 (related to MDR Lot Density and Dimensions)
Table 39.03.023-2 (related to Base Public and Nonresidential Districts Sign Standards)
Section 39.07.041 and the Final Plat Submission Checklist (related to Final Plat Document Requirements and Applicant Responsibilities)
Section 39.07.040 and the Preliminary Plat Submission Checklist (related to Preliminary Plat Document Requirements and Applicant Responsibilities)
Section 39.10.002 (related to Definitions)
Section 39.02.016, Table 39.02.004.c-1, Table 39.02.004.d-1, Table 39.02.004.d-3, Table 39.02.004.e-1, Table 39.02.004.e-3, Table 39.03.009-1 (related to the Land Use Matrix)
Section 39.07.041.j (related to Final Plat Recording)
Section 39.07.041.k.3 (related to Final Plat and Preliminary Plat Renewal and Expiration)
Section 39.07.040.b (related to Preliminary Plat Purpose)
Section 39.02.004.a.7, Section 39.02.004.b.7, Section 39.02.004.c.7, Section 39.02.004.d.7, Section 39.02.004.e.7 (related to Signs in Residential Districts for Non-Residential Uses)
Table 39.02.004.e-2 (related to HDR Lot Density and Dimensions)
Table 39.02.016-1 (related to Outdoor Storage in the Industrial Park District (IP))
Section 39.06.002 (related to the Planning and Zoning Commission)
Section 39.02.020.d.7.C (related to Nonresidential and Mixed-Use Accessory Uses and Structures)
Section 39.02.020.c (related to Residential Accessory Uses and Structures)
Section 39.07.044.b (related to Waiver of Improvements)
Section 39.07.045.b (related to Delay of Improvements)
Section 39.02.018.e (related to Limited Use Standards)
Table 39.03.002-1 (related to Building and Site Design Applicability)
Table 39.02.004.c-3 (related to SF-2 Off-Street Parking and Loading Schedule)
Section 39.03.023.b.8 (related to Monument Signs)
Table 39.04.005-3 (related to Minimum Driveway Throat Length)
Section 39.04.021.b (related to Recording of Plat and Dedication of Improvements)
Table 39.03.016-1 (related to District Bufferyard Standards)
Section 39.02.020.b.6 (related to Nonresidential and Mixed-Use Fences)
Section 39.04.012 (related to Public Water Systems)
Section 39.04.013 (related to Public Wastewater Systems)
Section 39.02.023.b.3 (related to Specific Allowances for Height Requirements)
Table 39.02.022-1 (related to setback measurements)
Section 39.02.023.d.3 (related to Contextual Rear Setbacks)
Section 39.02.004.a.4.A, Section 39.02.004.b.4.A, Section 39.02.004.c.4.A, Section 39.02.004.d.4.A, and Section 39.02.004.e.4.A (related to Lot Density and Dimensions)
Table 39.02.006.b-2 (related to Office (OF) Lot Intensity and Dimensions)
Section 39.07.004.f (related to Plat Filing)

B. Consider and take action on the City of Lubbock Planning and Zoning Commission's final report of August 1, 2024, to the Lubbock City Council on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code (Ordinance No. 2023-O0054) recommended for denial, limited to the following:

Section 39.02.020.c.6.A.ii (related to Residential Accessory Uses and Structures - Outdoor Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub)

11.

Resolution - Libraries: Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Lease Agreement with Luskey Brothers Investments, for the Godeke Branch Library located at 5034 Frankford Avenue.

12.

Resolution - City Council: Consider a resolution to fund the security, trolley, and general marketing of the First Friday Art Trail for the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts, as part of the Cultural Arts Grant Program as recommended by Civic Lubbock, Inc.