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A Resolution authorizing the Grants Administrator or designee to apply, submit, accept, reject, alter, or terminate grant applications, agreements, and related documents on behalf of the City to the Public Safety Office of the State of Texas, grant application number 5897201 for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as “State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities (LETPA) FY26" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $318,585.32. No cash match is required. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027.
The grant, application number 5897201, is for the El Paso Police Department's "State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Law Enforcement Terrorism Preven...
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A Resolution authorizing the Grants Administrator or designee to apply, submit, accept, reject, alter, or terminate grant applications, agreements, and related documents on behalf of the City to the Public Safety Office of the State of Texas, grant application number 5897301 for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as “State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Regular FY26-Modular Vehicle Barrier Soft Target Protection Project" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $180,000.00. No cash match is required. The grant period will be from September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027.
This grant, application number 5897301, is for the El Paso Police Department's "SHSP Regular FY26-Modular Vehicle Barrier Soft Target Protection Proje...
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A Resolution authorizing the Grants Administrator or designee to apply, submit, accept, reject, alter, or terminate grant applications, agreements, and related documents on behalf of the City to the Public Safety Office of the State of Texas, grant application number 5913701 for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as “State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) El Paso MATRIX Fusion Center FY26" to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $450,000.00, no cash match required. Grant period will be from September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027.
The grant, application number 5913701, requests $450,000.00 with no cash match required
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A Resolution authorizing the Grants Administrator or designee to apply, submit, accept, reject, alter, or terminate grant applications, agreements, and related documents on behalf of the City to the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas, grant application number 5893901 for the El Paso Fire Department project identified as FY 2026 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities (LETPA) Special Operations Multi-Discipline Regional Reaction Project to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $191,342.94 with no cash match required to purchase equipment, including vehicles, trailers, compressors, and generators, for the Special Operations Division Special Response Teams.
The grant, application number 5893901, is for the FY 2026 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities (LETP...
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A Resolution authorizing the Grants Administrator or designee to apply, submit, accept, reject, alter, or terminate grant applications, agreements, and related documents on behalf of the City to the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas, grant application number 5894601 for the El Paso Fire Department project identified as FY26 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) City of El Paso Office of Emergency Management Enhancement of Emergency Operations Center to provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. Requesting $204,386.97 with no cash match required to purchase equipment and supplies for the OEM Emergency Operations Center.
This grant, application number 5894601, is for the FY26 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) and aims to enhance the El Paso Fire Department's Offic...
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A Resolution that the City Manager be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the CITY OF EL PASO and GFT Infrastructure, Inc., a Delaware, USA. Foreign for-Profit Corporation, for a project known as "2025-0608R Architect and Engineering Services for the Playa Drain Shared Use Path Project" for an amount not to exceed $599,767.96.
The project spans approximately 8,606 linear feet along Playa Drain, Knights Drive, Midway Drive, and Mimosa Avenue (Districts 3 & 7)
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A Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Agreement for Professional Services by and between the City of El Paso, and WSP USA Inc. a New York, USA, Foreign For-Profit Corporation, for a project known as “2026-0188R Geotechnical and Material Testing Services for the El Paso International Airport Advanced Manufacturing District Phase 1” for an amount not to exceed $207,170.00.
The contract is for an amount not to exceed $207,170.00, with an additional $100,000.00 in contingency authorization (split between basic and addition...
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Taylor Moreno to the Bond Overview Advisory Committee, by Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3.
Moreno's qualifications include extensive executive finance experience, as detailed in her resume which highlights her work in fundraising and develop...
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Alfredo Borrego to the City Plan Commission by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2.
Borrego, a business owner with over 30 years of experience in precision machining and fabrication, is currently serving on the commission and was prev...
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Alfonso Jurado Jr. to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate member, by Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3.
He was nominated by Representative Deanna Maldonado-Rocha, District 3
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Kylie Rezendes to the Open Space Advisory Board by Representative Art Fierro, District 6.
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Alejandra Ruiz-Velasco to the Historic Landmark Commission by Representative Ivan Niño, District 5.
Ruiz-Velasco's term will expire on August 31, 2027
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Matthew Ibarra to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, as an alternate member, by Representative Josh Acevedo, District 2.
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Eduardo R. Castillo to the Ethics Review Commission by Representative Art Fierro, District 6.
Castillo to the Ethics Review Commission by Representative Art Fierro, District 6
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The award of Task Order 5k-1 for Solicitation 2025-0087 On-Call Horizontal Construction 2025 to Keystone Contractors & Engineers for Sun City Lights Pueblo Viejo Park for a total of $666,689.98. Approval will allow the City to start construction services for District 7 Sun City Lights Program.
The total cost for this task order is $666,689.98, funded by the 2019 Capital Plan (Project PCP19SCL02, Account 580270-Dept 190-Fund 4745-Division 382...
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An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to Victor Hugo Duran Salcedo and Maricruz Moreno Sanchez, for the purchase price of $39,228.00 …
The property, approximately 0.12 acres of vacant land, has been deemed surplus and is being sold in accordance with Texas Local Government Code provis...
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An Ordinance granting Special Permit No. PZST25-00012, to allow for infill development with reduction to the lot depth and front, rear, and side setbacks on the property described as Lot 10, Block 93, First Supplemental Map of Franklin Heights Addition, 2000 Grandview Avenue, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas, pursuant to Section 20.10.280 infill development of the El Paso City Code. The penalty being as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 2000 Grandview Avenue Applicant: Emilio Montes Corral Case Number: PZST25-00012 - 2000 Grandview
PZST25-00012) for infill development at 2000 Grandview Avenue
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An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 12.88 (Schedules), Section 12.88.150 (Schedules XIV - Speed Limits), Subsection H (Forty-Five Miles Per Hour), to Delete Item: 14. McCombs Street from Dyer Street to Dalhart Drive, and to add Item: 40. McCombs Street from Dyer Street to a point 3.70 miles North of Dyer Street …
The changes are based on a speed zone and strip map study requested by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
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An Ordinance amending Title 12 (Vehicles and Traffic) to add Chapter 12.57 (Electronically Operated Parking Control Systems), of the El Paso City Code to perform the following: add Section 12.57.010 Definitions, Section 12.57.020 Imposition and Amount of Civil Penalty, Section 12.57.030 Enforcement and Procedures, Section 12.57.040 Administrative Adjudication Hearing, Section 12.57.050 Affirmative Defenses, Section 12.57.060 Appeal, and Section 12.57.070 Enforcement of Judgement …
This new chapter will allow the city to issue parking citations by mail using camera systems that record license plates in designated "no parking zone...
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An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the city of El Paso to MEP Electric Contracting Inc, for the purchase price of $22,000.00 …
The property was reviewed by City Council in executive session in July 2025 and marketed through a licensed real estate broker in accordance with Texa...
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An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the city of El Paso to MEP Electric Contracting Inc., for the purchase price of $22,000.00 …
The property has been deemed surplus and has no anticipated future use for city projects
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An Ordinance authorizing the conveyance of real property owned by the City of El Paso to Ronny Rogers Properties, LLC, for the purchase price of $56,716.00 …
Danielson Survey 310, to Ronny Rogers Properties, LLC, for the purchase price of $56,716.00
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An Ordinance amending Title 2 (Administration and Personnel), Chapter 2.40 (Department of Museums and Cultural Affairs), amending Section 2.40.100 (Artist Market), to allow for expanded Artist Markets outside of the Union Plaza footprint.
The primary change is to remove the specific designation of the market's footprint being within Union Plaza, allowing for expanded Artist Markets outs...
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 4, Block 6, Map of the Christy Tract, 529 Schwabe Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-F (Ranch and Farm) to R-3A (Residential). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 529 Schwabe St. Applicant: Aaron Aceves Case Number: PZRZ25-00019
This change is requested to allow for the construction of a single-family home on the 0.592-acre property
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 1, Neptune Subdivision, 8612 Neptune Street, 8614 Neptune Street, 8616 Neptune Street, and 8618 Neptune Street, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from R-4 (Residential) to A-2 (Apartment), and imposing a condition. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: 8612, 8614, 8616, and 8618 Neptune Street Applicant: Rosa Escalante Case Number: PZRZ25-00025
The applicant, Rosa Escalante, seeks this change to allow for multifamily development on the approximately 0.94-acre property, which is currently vaca...
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An Ordinance changing the zoning of a portion of Tract 62-E-2, W H Glenn Surv 241 Abst 8425 and a portion of Tract 4-G-2-B-1, Nellie D Mundy Surv #240, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas from C-3/C (Commercial/Conditions) to R-3A (Residential). The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: East of Resler Dr. and North of Cimarron Canyon Dr. Applicant: Canutillo Independent School District Case Number: PZRZ25-00022
The rezoning is requested by the Canutillo Independent School District (CISD) to facilitate the development of the proposed Alderete Middle School and...
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An Ordinance releasing all conditions placed on property by Ordinance No. 15672, amended by Ordinance No. 19555, and by Ordinance No. 19554, which changed the zoning of a portion of Tract 62-E-2, W H Glenn Surv 241 Abst 8425 and a portion of Tract 4-G-2-B-1, Nellie D Mundy Surv #240, City of El Paso, El Paso County, Texas. The penalty is as provided for in Chapter 20.24 of the El Paso City Code. Subject Property: East of Resler Dr. and North of Cimarron Canyon Dr. Applicant: Canutillo Independent School District Case Number: PZCR25-00004
PZCR25-00004)
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Discussion and action to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to host three Community Listening Sessions within 45 days at the Mexican American Cultural Center, the Hilos de Plata Senior Center, and the Chamizal Community Center with the goal of gaining community input to inform the next steps for recommending to our local Texas State Delegation on the renaming of the Cesar E. Chavez Border Highway and further renaming for future City of El Paso holiday events, proclamations, and other City of El Paso policies, documents, locations, and events that specifically use the name or variation of the name Cesar E. Chavez. Further, to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to conduct these Listening Sessions in coordination with the office of Texas State Senator Cesar Blanco and the other members of the local Texas State Delegation.
Chavez, including the Cesar E
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Discussion and action to direct the City Manager and City Attorney to draft a resolution establishing the City’s Institutional Spokesperson Roles for citywide policy and administrative matters.
This action aims to strengthen messaging opportunities and promote transparent communication.
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Discussion and action to approve a Resolution that the City Council declares the expenditure of District 8 discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $10,000.00 for costs related to the holding of the Chamizal Community Center and Library event celebrating the fifth anniversary of the opening of the facility, which serves the municipal purpose of fostering community pride, encouraging civic engagement, and celebrating the heritage and culture of one of the oldest neighborhoods in El Paso’s history.
The funds will cover costs such as stage rental, audio/visual equipment, entertainment, security, barriers, permitting fees, and portable restrooms
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Public Presentation on Enchanted Rock Certificate of Convenience and Necessity Filing by El Paso Electric.
The filing, under Docket No. 59076, is for the Enchanted Rock Generation Project, a proposed 366 MW natural gas generation facility located in northea...
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Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation 2026-0121 Ford Proprietary Parts and Service to Expressway Autos LLC dba Viva Ford for an initial term of three (3) years for an estimated amount of $2,250,000.00. The award also includes a two (2) year option for an estimated amount of $1,500,000.00. The total contract time is for five (5) years for a total estimated amount of $3,750,000.00. Department: Streets and Maintenance Award to: Expressway Autos LLC dba Viva Ford City & State: El Paso, TX Item(s): All Initial Term: 3 Years Option Term: 2 Years Total Contract Time: 5 Years Annual Estimated Award: $750,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $2,250,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $1,500,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $3,750,000.00 Account(s): 532-3600-531210-37020-P3701 532-3600-531250-37020-P3701 Funding Source(s): Supply Support Fund District(s): All This was a Low Bid Procurement for a replacement contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Streets and Maintenance Departments recommend award as indicated to Expressway Autos LLC dba Viva Ford 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.
This is a replacement contract for the Streets and Maintenance Department, procured through a low bid process
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Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the Grant Administrator or designee to submit grant application 3007111 for the City of El Paso Police Department project identified as “El Paso 2025 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG)” through the Public Safety Office of the State of Texas, including all related paperwork, including but not limited to, authorization of budget transfers, and/or revisions to the operation plan, and to accept, reject, amend, and/or terminate the grant which will provide financial assistance to the City of El Paso. In the event of loss or misuse of grant funds, the City of El Paso assures that it will return the funds to the Office of the Governor in full. Requesting $1,291,429.00, no cash match required. Grant period will be from March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027. [POSTPONED FROM 03-17-2026]
This grant, which has no cash match requirement, will fund the El Paso Police Department's efforts to detect, deter, and interdict transnational crimi...
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Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an lnterlocal Agreement regarding Operation Stonegarden FY24 between the City of El Paso, the County of El Paso, the City of Anthony, the Town of Horizon City, the City Of Socorro, the Town of Clint, Constable Precinct One, Constable Precinct Four, Constable Precinct Six, San Elizario Marshals, and Texas Department of Public Safety-Aviation Team, for the grant period of September 1, 2024 -August 31, 2027. Approval will allow the El Paso Police Department to accept and administer federal grant funding to enhance coordinated law enforcement patrol operations in support of border security and public safety objectives. [POSTPONED FROM 03-17-2026]
This agreement, spanning September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2027, involves multiple local and state law enforcement agencies, including the City of El P...
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Discussion and action on a Resolution calling for a reaffirmation of the independence of federal grand juries and requesting impartial investigations of allegations involving federal immigration enforcement agencies, specifically related to the recent deaths that have taken place at the immigration facility located on Fort Bliss.
The resolution cites the Fifth Amendment's establishment of grand juries as independent constitutional bodies and Supreme Court affirmations of their ...
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Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to sign an Innovation Factory Agreement by and between the City of El Paso and ASTROSCALE U.S. INC. regarding the following described property: That certain office and warehouse space containing approximately 210 square feet, more or less, in total, and also known as Innovation Factory, 501 George Perry Blvd., Suite F, for Tenant's exclusive use.
INC. for approximately 210 square feet of office space at the Innovation Factory, located at 501 George Perry Blvd., Suite F
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Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Chapter 380 Economic Development Program Agreement (“Agreement”) by and between the City of El Paso (“City”) and Astroscale U.S. Inc., a Nevada corporation (“Applicant”), an advanced on-orbit servicing and logistics company proposing to establish operations in El Paso and create 16 full-time jobs, in consideration the City shall provide grant payments for Lease Rental Cost (via Texas Economic Development Fund) and a Skills Training Grant (via Impact Auxiliary Fund) in an amount not to exceed $22,300.00 over the term of the Agreement, subject to a five (5)- year period and annual compliance and performance verification in accordance with the terms of the Agreement.
Inc
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Discussion and action on the results of the On-Call Services Agreement Follow-Up Audit A2026-04.
This audit reviewed the Capital Improvement Department's (CID) progress in addressing recommendations from a prior audit in February 2025
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Discussion and action on a Resolution authorizing the submission of an application to the Office of Congressman Tony Gonzales requesting funds from the Community Project Funding program, in the amount of $4,580,215.77, with no match from the City, for the El Paso Police Drone First Responder Expansion Initiative.”
This funding, requested from the Community Project Funding (CPF) program for Fiscal Year 2027, would support the procurement of drone vehicles and pod...
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Discussion and action on a Resolution that the City Manager, or designee, be authorized to effectuate budget transfers, 1. $7,000,000 to set up FY26 & FY27 street resurfacing projects as part of the Residential Resurfacing from Community Progress Bond previously approved. 2. $22,391,972 to set up various street resurfacing projects as part of the Top 50 Arterials from Community Progress Bond previously approved.
Specifically:
$7,000,000 will be transferred to set up FY26 & FY27 street resurfacing projects under the Residential Resurfacing program.
$22,3...