Page 1286  CITY OF FORT: STOCKTON, TEXAS  MINUTES OF: DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: PLACE OF MEETING:  REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING  JUNE 13, 2022 5:30PM  121 WEST SECOND STREET FORT STOCKTON, TX7 79735  ROLL CALL WAS ANSWERED BY COUNCIL MEMBERS:  PRESENT: DARREN HODGES, JAMES WARNOCK, PAUL CASIAS, RUBENJ  BERNAL, RUBENFALCON  MAYOR: CITYMANAGER: CITY SECRETARY: CITY ATTORNEY:  JOE CHRIS ALEXANDER FRANK RODRIGUEZI III MARINA CANTU PUJA BOINPALLY  Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias called the Regular Meeting to Order at 5:30 p.m. after declaring  ac quorum present.  Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias read the Mission Statement:  "The Mission of the City of] Fort Stockton Municipal Government is to Promote & Value Public Confidence and Trust by the Accountable and Responsible Use of Community Resources; to Ensure Public Safety; Improve Public Services; Promote Local Recreation and  Entertainment; and Generate Economic Development. Council Member Darren Hodges gave the Invocation. & the Pledge of Allegiance to the Texas Flag.  Council Member James Warnock led the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America Flag  PRESENTATIONS:  1. Chief Executive Officer Sharlene Leurig ofTexas Water Trade-  - Restoration of Comanche Springs  Chief Executive Officer Sharlene Leurig explained she runs Texas Water Trade. This company works statewide as a non-profit to enable market based solutions to provide water for    Page |287  people and for nature. The past three (3): years they have been working in Fort Stockton, with stakeholders in Pecos County and primarily in the Belding area. They are looking for opportunities on how they might enable a voluntary water market. This could allow Comanche Springs to restore some portion ofits flow. The Comanche Springs have flowed for the past  decade for approximately a quarter of every year.  Shared Water Resources  Pecos Alluvium-shallowest aquifer Edwards-Trinity Dockum Rustler  Capitan Reef Complex-much deeper, harder to access, important resource  She presented a screen shot oft their data resources that are available to all interested in water. Management Zones can be created by the Groundwater Conservation District. It allows them to create rules and targets as to how water is produced and managed within an area where the water Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District (MPGCD) manages the groundwater across MPGCD designated three (3) Management Zones. There are several water resources that are all  is all related to each other. Pecos County.  related located within Management Zone 1. Historic Demand Estimates are Wide Range  Historic Demand for water in Management Zone li is not a really well understood There was a study completed thanks to the City of Fort Stockton. It provides matching funds to a $100,000.00 grant that the Texas Water Trade received from National Fish & They took all the models and estimates ofl historic production in Management Zone 1 and placed them on a single graph to see how well they agreed with one another. There isa tremendous divergence in what some say was produced in Management Zone 1 historically. Ifyou go back to the 1940's, 1950's, 1970's, and 1980's, they were the peak Some estimate that the total production was over 100,000 acre-feet while others  variable.  Wildlife Foundation.  decades of demand in that area. estimated as little as half that production.    Page1288  lacre foot is the equivalent to submerging an acre of1 land with a foot of water. This matters because any decisions made are based on the production numbers. There were no meters on these wells back in the 50's-70's, estimates were used for these  (equivalent to several 100,000's gallons of water.)  calculations.  Drivers ofIncreasing Water Demand Economic Growth in Fort Stockton Housing Development New Industrial Demands Projected Additional Municipal Demands Changing Agricultural Patterns  Contract for municipal supply for Region F cities. Shift in crops changes irrigation timing and total demand - Hotter, drier weather expands irrigation season and elevates demand  Future Additional Water Demand 46,485 acre-feet (AF) acre-feet/year. 2019.  Demand in Management Zone 1 (MZ1)i in the Edwards-Trinity Aquifer in 2020 was Additional permitted municipal demand in MZ1 could add another 15,000-17,000 Forr reference, City ofl Fort Stockton used 2,645 acre-feet in Management Zone lin Data Centers demand additional water whether it is potable or regular water. Agriculture season plays al huge role in the demand ofwater The younger pecan orchard with juvenile trees may exhibit an additional need for  water.  Benefits of Preserving Shared Water Resources Water reliability for all users Water quality for all users Potential Spring-Related Tourism  Tourism & Water Reslience-Mutually Reinforcing Obiectives Stockton's unique location, history and culture. resilience and recreational amenities.  Promote Regional Heritage Tourism-Diversify the local economy by leveraging Fort Enhance Water Resources for Locals & Visitors-Invest in enhanced water supply    Pagel 1289  Heritage Springs Tourism can be a powerful economic diversifier for Fort Stockton The National Trust for Historic Preservation defines Heritage Tourism as "Traveling to experience the places, artifacts, and activities that authentically represent the stories and  people oft the past"  The Springs have the ability to attract tourism, which would in turn produce more spending,  jobs, and increase local taxes. Heritage Tourism by the numbers 12.5% ofall travel spending in Texas $2.8 billion in total visitor spending per year.  54,0000 jobs ini retail, services, transportation, construction, etc.  Every 10,000 Heritage Tourism Visitor Days Generates:  $551,250 in Visitor Spending 13Full-Time. Jobs $486,298 in Labor Income $31,258 in Local Taxes Fort Stockton's Unique Assets than refueling.  Location - over 8,000 cars pass through Fort Stockton every day, but few stop for more History - Fort Stockton's walkable historic district connects visitors from the Old Fort to Water- - Flowing or not, Comanche Springs draws tourists fori its place in Texas history. Comanche Springs Pool is one oftwo functioning, historic bath houses in the Big Bend. Local Civic Group Identified Key Investments at each stage of the Visitor Recruitment Cycle  businesses and civic infrastructure in the historic downtown.  Getting Passerby to stop in Fort Stockton Once stopped, visitors know where to go  Branding & Advertising-Destinations can convince passerby to spend time in the  historic downtown.  Improved Signage-When visitors stop in Fort Stockton, many have trouble finding the historic or natural landmarks they're looking for. Improving signage could  better direct the flow of visitors to key areas.  Creating Memorable Visits    Page1290  Pool Renovations & Staffing-The pool is often closed due to lack of staffing and the current design doesn't capitalize on natural spring flow. Future renovations and improved staffing can make the poolhouse and park a memorable destination. Events: eriagelsprins-Events are al big draw for tourists to Fort Stockton. Adding more events to the calendar, especially focused on local history, downtown, or the springs, can help establish Fort Stockton as a destination while at the same time,  Opportunities tol Return  building civic pride.  What Actions can the City take to Advance Water Resilience & Heritage Tourism?  Support On-Farm Water Conservation lower total water demand. agricultural water demand  Goal: Maintain or enhance agricultural production in Management Zone 1 with Texas Water Trade advancing $2.6 million, 5-year NRCS partnership to reduce  $1.1 million federal commitment philanthropy, corporate, municipal)  $1.61 million non-federal match (Texas Water Development Board, Focused on irrigation efficiency upgrades (e.g. flood to sprinkler) and crop Just signed first 15-year forbearance agreement committing 100% of conserved water to aquifer storage. (1st time done outside of the San Antonio. Area) - Analysis commissioned by Texas Water Trade-$20,000 study funded by C Conducted by Aqua Strategies, aj planning and engineering firm  switches  Explore Supply Alternatives philanthropy. Fort Stockton Supply Alternatives Evaluated  Data on RO operating costs and pipeline construction costs provided by City of They received a $20,000 grant from a foundation that they invested in an engineering and hydrogeology study for the City of Fort Stockton. They looked into different supply options ift the city chose to shift away from  their Edwards Trinity well field.  This would allow the City to dedicate its current demand from the aquifer Itw would make the City potentially more resilient to any future drawdown that could happen to Edwards Trinity as ai result to any future  tot the restoration oft the Comanche Springs.  additional demands.    Page/291  Water Rate Effect of Alternative Well Options  They also looked at how they might be able to offset the cost oft the new well field by finding improvements at the Reverse Osmosis Plant. Itis very costly to remove the amount of salt in our water. They looked at 4 different options; unfortunately, they did not find a They looked at investing in a well fieldi in Coyanosa; however, the cost ofa pipeline from there to Fort Stockton was not cost effective.  cost effective option.  How can we help?  Track state funding opportunities to advance water resilience Develop conceptual structure of Drinking Water Protection Fund  Match with funds raised from corporate, government and philanthropic resources Define and track metrics to quantify tourist visitation in historic downtown Other?  Council Member Ruben Falcon we would benefit from the Restoration ofthe Comanche Council Member Darren Hodges farming irrigation plays a large role on water usage. Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias recessed from the Regular City Council Meeting to Convene  Springs.  into the following Public Hearing at 6:15 p.m.  PUBLIC HEARINGS:  2. Application request from Property Owner A&B Prestige Investments, LLC to consider Annexing Approximately 20.1 acres of land, described as All ofLots 2 through 13 (inclusive) and All ofLots 27 through 42 (inclusive), and All ofLots 44 through 58 (inclusive), TRIPLE CROWN ESTATES, being ai replat oft the North Half (N/2) of SUNNY SLOPE ADDITION, according to the map or plat of said Addition described and recorded in File Number 2020-17136, Official Public Records, Pecos County, Texas;  which will be Zoned Multiple-Family Dwelling District.  Attorney Adrian' ValadezofValadez Law Offices represented A&B Prestige Investments, LLC in their Annexation and Zoning Petition for their New Residential Subdivision in Fort Stockton. Hej presented visual evidence to correct previously misinformed issues that are relevant to the  review oft the zoning oft this land.    Page1292  One ofthei issues presented to the Planning & Zoning Commission is that the property proposed to be annexed is located in a Flood Zone. This allegation is blatantly false. The City Engineer Raul Rodriguez reviewed the proposed land for flooding issues and has approved the drainage plan and approved it with his stamp and signature.  The other concern voiced was that there would be an apartment complex or apartment housing on this land. A&B Prestige Investments, LLC does not have any plans ori intentions of building a Apartment Complex or Apartment housing in this area. The reason the Multiple-Family Dwelling District Zoning Designation was necessary was to allow the Fort Stockton Independent School District (FSISD) to build teacher housing in the form of duplexes. Lots 15,16, 17, 18& 19 were donated to the FSISD. These lots will have duplexes. The rest of the property is partitioned for Single-Family Dwellings. The entire property has deed restrictions which include that all the lots will have at least 2,000 sq. ft. ofliving area with the exception of the duplexes which will have at least 1,000 sq. ft. ofliving area per side.. All residences must have at least 90% oftheir exterior walls made of stone, brick, or stucco. All backyard fences must be constructed as privacy fences of at least 6 ft. tall with opaque materials such as metal, wood or cinder block. Chain link fences and any other see-through fencing materials are strictly prohibited for use in the backyard. Each Owner must keep the Lot, all Landscaping, the Residence, and all Structures in a neat, well-maintained, and attractive condition. These  restrictive covenants would affect all oft these properties.  He reiterated that A&B Prestige Investments, LLC would like to assure everyone that the only multi-family dwellings would be those belonging to the school district which are reserved for teacher housing duplexes. The rest oft the lots will be comprised of newly built, large homes, with larger than average lot sizes. The lots will have the deed restrictions which will hold them to higher standards of construction. In addition, it willl be well-maintained and in attractive  condition.  A&B Prestige Investments, LLC requested that City Council approve the residential zoning petition to allow this new subdivision to benefit the citizens ofFort Stockton by providing new residential lots for development and ai new: neighborhood for home builders to enjoy. Property Owner Andy Rivera stated he was approached about getting this housing development project started, as it is needed for the community to grow. The Triple Crown Estates consists of4 43 lots, which will contain single-family homes. The lots are larger than average sO congestion should not be an issue. City Engineer Raul Rodriguez created the plans for the infrastructure to work accordingly. The property is a Flood free zone, confirmed by FEMA. This    Page 1293  property is a livestock free, absolutely no livestock will be allowed. The property has deed restrictions, which will ensure that these will be upper-class homes. This development is much needed for the community of] Fort Stockton. The development oft this project will bring more jobs such as plumbers, electricians, and carpenters. It will also increase revenue to many local businesses and local realtors. The City will benefit from the added taxes and utilities. A&B Prestige Investments, LLC will make a one time profit on this project; however, the community ofthe City of Fort Stockton will benefit from this project for the lifetime of Fort Stockton. They have been working on this project for the past 4 years. They asked City Council to approve the  Annexation and Zoning oft their property. Tom Ingram of101 Greasewood  He has lived in that area for approximately 24 years. He along with others who live in the area are opposed to the petition to zone the area as Multi-Family for the following reasons: Increased traffic would cause congestion in the area, which would cause excessive Renters are not permanent, and little is known about them creating a safety issue to the community as well as the school located adjacent to the property. Housing is available Last Wednesday the Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously voted to deny this request for Multi-Family Zoning. He asked City Council to protect the community's safety, infrastructure Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias advised everyone that they had aj petition signed by interested  wear on the streets.  without the proposed annexation.  and property values.  parties, and assured them it would be taken into consideration.  George Hansard of 447 Sycamore  He has violated deed restrictions that apply to his property; therefore, how do you know that he will keep his word of not building an apartment complex.  AIF Haney of111 S. Sage St. family buildings. Water run-off will increase in city streets.  Ifthe property is zoned Multi-family what would keep Mr. Rivera from building Multi-  Traffic will increase due tol Multi-family dwellings.  The water berm was removed and there has been a great deal of dirt, rocks, debris etc.    Pagel |294  Iti is not in the citizens best interest to dilute the housing market with new construction  infrastructure.  There are homes for sale and apartments for rent in Fort Stockton.  Itv would not benefit the City to invest in the infrastructure cost related to serving new customers,, the increase in new streets to maintain, and these costs would be off-set by any Hei is in breach ofa covenant pertaining to livestock, which brings question ifyou don't  tax revenue that the City would gain.  honor aj past agreement, would you honor aj present agreement.  Tom Ezell of109 E. Colpitts  There are plenty of other undeveloped areas that the school owns such as the former  Comanche School or the Driving Range that could be developed. Thej property in the area is residential and should remain SO.  Bob Ingram of102 Sage  Bobby Blanchard of 100 S. Sage  Hej purchased his property with the understanding that the surrounding properties There is plenty ofhousing available for teachers within Fort Stockton  would not be available for development. Little is known about renters. Property value decreasing Traffici increasing, causing a safety issue.  There being no further public comment, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias closed the Public Hearing to 3. Application request from Property Owner Fort Stockton Independent School District to consider Annexing Approximately 1.63 acres of land, described as All ofLots Fifteen (15), Sixteen (16), Seventeen (17), Eighteen (18) and Nineteen (19), TRIPLE CROWN ESTATES, being a replat oft thel North (N/2) of SUNNY SLOPE. ADDITION, according to the map or replat ofs said Addition described and recorded in File Number 2020-171366, Official Public Records, Pecos County, Texas; which will be Zoned  convene into the Next Public Hearing at 6:38 p.m.  "Multiple-Family Dwelling District. AIHaney of111 Sage Street  Attorney Adrian Valadez stated the property North of the Triple Crown Estates was donated to the school; however, he understood there was a check of$132,000  involved.    Page 1295  There may be legal issues that would cause issues with this property being annexed. The city should not lend any further services to such annexation or infrastructure at this  time.  George Hansard of4 447 Sycamore Open Meetings Act was violated Ani illegal meeting may void a contract.  Mr. Rivera should not have been allowed in Executive Session.  On May 24, 2021 according to the School Board Minutes Mr. Andy Rivera was in attendance when he convened in Executive Session where the board deliberated purchasing property from When the school board is interested in purchasing property from al board member they are required tof file financial affidavits. One has to be filed with the School Board and the other with the County Clerk. Failure to file these disclosures is a criminal offense. These disclosures should be filed on Fort Stockton Independent School District Disclosure. This property was sold for $132,000, which is more than $2,500. Failure to disclose is a criminal offense. There were other minutes that approved the Resolution authorizing the purchase of6 lots for $132,000. However, there were only 4 lots purchased. During the meeting, it was stated ift there was any inconsistency it would be brought back to the Board for their review. $130,649.26 check was made to EWA Title company to purchase the Triple Crown Estates. He voted on the consent agenda that approved this payment. $100,000 an acre  him.  their website.  Thisi is considered ai misappropriation of funds.  forp property for raw land with no improvements.  Adrian Valadez  Provided a letter issued by Beverly Olsen dated June 13,2022 explaining a discrepancy of the. June 21, 2021 Meeting Minutes. Mr. Andy Rivera was not present at the. June 21, 2021 Special Budget Workshop Meeting though the minutes reflect such. She stated the meeting was called to order at 6:05 p.m. Andy Rivera did not respond during roll-call. Board Member Sandra Rivera raised concern as to land ownership. Board President Espino commented that Andy Rivera would be there later to clarify. The Board voted to approve the Resolution authorizing the New Superintendent to negotiate a contract for the purchase ofthe property. Motion carried 5-0. Freddie Martinez and Andy Rivera were absent. He presented another document issued by EWA Title pertaining to the property donation. The school chose to have a title search completed by EWA Title to determine ift the property was free from debt and a deed was ordered. EWA suggested the conveyance be a Warranty Deed to be issued even though it was a gift. Gift deeds do not    Page/296  hold up in title for future title insurance as insurable. All properties accepted the Warranty Deed. He clarified that the SUNNY SLOPES ADDITION is where Mr. & Mrs. Rivera reside, and the TRIPLE CROWN ESTATES are the addition they are He presented another letter issued from EWA Title stating they researched SUNNY SLOPES ADDITION and no deed restrictions were issued for this property.  seeking to annex and zone into the City of] Fort Stockton.  There being no further comments from the public, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias closed the Public 4. Application request from Property Owners Brent Siegmund and Lisa Siegmund on behalf of Ledesma Properties, LLC to consider Rezoning all of Block Seven (7), ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas from a Commercial District (C) to a Multi- Family Dwelling District (MF), for the purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; this being in  Hearing to Convene into the Next Public Hearing at 7:02 p.m.  accordance with Sections 7(1) & 7(2) ofthe Zoning Ordinance.  Raphael Rodriguez of 205S. Nelson  The lack of public comment leads one to believe that the previous objections to the Proposed Multi-Family Zoning for this property would pose the same issues as the previous property, ifthey were legitimate concerns int terms of congestion and safety. You can not assume you know who is going to move into these places. Do what is right for  proposed annexation are personal.  Thel Multi-Family Zoning would add value. the community, lets growit it. George Hansard of 447 Sycamore  This is commercial property, itis different. Donna Measday Bryant of 605 Arnett Your not thinking about the students.  Thes school district does not need to be in the real estate business  There being no further public comments, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias closed the Public Hearing to  Convene into the next Public Hearing at 7:07 p.m.  5. Application request from Property Owner Lisa Siegmund on behalfofLedesma Properties, LLCt to consider the Rezoning of the E/2 ofBlock Twenty-Five (25), ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas from a Commercial District (C) to a Multi-    Page |297  Family Dwelling District (MF), for the purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; this being in accordance with Sections 7(1) & 7(2) oft the Zoning Ordinance.  Raphael Rodriguez of 205 S. Nelson  This is about improving our city and adding value toi it. The Council should approve all ofthese things.  Everyone wants toj preserve value to the things they have built with their own hands.  Robert Blanchard of 101 S. Sage the community.  Hei is opposed to this request as there is an abundance ofh housing already available to  Sonya Vick 405 Cottonwood Circle George Hansard of447 Sycamore  There is plenty ofhousing available, we do not need new ones.  InJ January of this year, there were 30 houses available. We currently have 51 houses  available. There are several homes on the market.  There being no further public comments, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias closed the Public  Hearing to convene: into the Next Public Hearing at 7:11 p.m.  6. Application request from Property Owners Wayne & Rebecca Dyess on behalfofLedesma Properties, LLC to consider Rezoning the W/2 of Block Twenty-Five (25), ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, from a Commercial District (C) to al Multi- Family Dwelling District (MF), for the purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; this being in There being no further public comment, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias closed the Public Hearing  accordance with Sections 7(1) &7(2)0 ofthe Zoning Ordinance.  tol Reconvene into the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:12 p.m.  ORDINANCES:  7. Discuss/Act upon Ordinance No. 22-103, An Ordinance Annexing the Hereinafter Described Territory to the City of Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, and Extending the Boundary Limits of Said City SO as to Include said Hereinafter Described Property within said City Limits, and Granting to all the Inhabitants of Said Inhabitants by all oft the. Acts, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Regulations of said City; and Adopting a Service Agreement. (City Mgr./City Sec.)    Page1298  Motion was made! by Darren Hodges to approve Ordinance No. 22-103, An Ordinance Annexing the Hereinafter Described Territory to the City of] Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, and Extending the Boundary Limits of Said City so as to Include said Hereinafter Described Property within said City Limits and Granting to all the Inhabitants of Said Territory by all of the. Acts, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Regulations of said City; and  Adopting a Service. Agreement. The Motion died for a lack of a Second.  8. Discuss/Act upon Ordinance No. 22-104, An Ordinance Annexing the Hereinafter Described Territory tot the City of Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, and Extending the Boundary Limits of Said City sO as to Include said Hereinafter Described Property within said City Limits and Granting to all the Inhabitants of Said Inhabitants by all of the Acts, Ordinances, Resolutions, and Regulations of said City; and Adopting a Service Agreement. (City Mgr./City Sec.)  No action taken.  9. Discuss/Act upon Ordinance No. 22-105, An Ordinance of the City Council of Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, Rezoning Block 7,1 ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, from a Commercial District (C) to a Multi-Family Dwelling District (MF), as Petitioned by Property Owners Brent and Lisa Siegmund on behalf ofLedesma Properties, LLC, for the Purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; in Accordance with Section 7(1) & 7(2) of Motion was made by Darren Hodges, seconded by Ruben Falcon, and passed to approve Ordinance No. 22-105, An Ordinance of the City Council of Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, Rezoning Block 7, ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, from a Commercial District (C) to a Multi-Family Dwelling District (MF), as Petitioned by Property Owners Brent and Lisa Siegmund on behalfofI Ledesma Properties, LLC, for the Purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; in Accordance with Section 7(1) & 7(2) oft the Zoning Ordinance. Council Member Darren Hodges, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias, Council Member Ruben Falcon voted aye and Council Member Ruben J Bernal, Council Member  the Zoning Ordinance. (City Mgr./City Sec.)  James Warnock voted nay.  10. Discuss/Act upon Ordinance No. 22-106, An Ordinance oft the City Council of! Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, Rezoning the E/2 of Block 25, ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, from a Commercial District (C) to a Multi-Family Dwelling District (MF), as    Page |299  Petitioned by Ledesma Properties, LLC, for the Purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; in Accordance with Section 7(1) & 7(2) ofthe Zoning Ordinance. (City Mgr./C City Sec.) Motion was made by Council Member Darren Hodges, seconded by Council Member Ruben Falcon, and passed to approve Ordinance No. 22-106, An Ordinance of the City Council of Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, Rezoning thel E/2 of Block 25, ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, from a Commercial District (C) toal Multi-Family Dwelling District (MF), as Petitioned by Ledesma Properties, LLC, for the Purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; in Accordance with Section 7(1) & 7(2) of the Zoning Ordinance. Council Member Darren Hodges, Council Member James Warnock, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias, Council Member Ruben Falcon voted aye and  Council Member Ruben JI Bernal voted nay.  11. Discuss/Act upon Ordinance No. 22-107, An Ordinance of the City Council of] Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, Rezoning the W/2 of Block 25, ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, from a Commercial District (C) to al Multi-Family Dwelling District (MF), as Petitioned by Property Owners Wayne and Rebecca Dyess on behalfof Ledesma Properties, LLC, for the Purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; in Accordance with Section 7(1) & 7(2) oft the Zoning Ordinance. (City Mgr./C City Sec.) Motion was made by Council Member Darren Hodges, seconded by Council Member Ruben Falcon, and passed to approve Ordinance No. 22-107, An Ordinance of the City Council of Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, Rezoning the W/2 of Block 25, ELLYSON FIRST ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas, from a Commercial District (C) toal Multi-Family Dwelling District (MF), as Petitioned by Property Owners Wayne and Rebecca Dyess on behalfofLedesma Properties, LLC, for the Purpose of Constructing Multiple Duplexes; in Accordance with Section 7(1) & 7(2) oft the Zoning Ordinance. Council Member Darren Hodges, Council Member James Warnock, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias, Council Member Ruben Falcon voted aye and Council Member Ruben J  Bernal voted nay.  Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias recessed from the Regular City Council Meeting to convene as  the Board of Adjustment at' 7:21 p.m.  BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:  12. Discuss/Act upon ponmenlre-apponument of Chairman ofthe Board of Adjustment.  (BOA Chairman)    Page |300  Motion was made by Board Member Darren Hodges, seconded by Board Member James Warnock, and carried unanimously to Re-Appoint Ruben Falcon as Chairman of the Board of Adjustment. Board Member Darren Hodges, Vice-Chairman James Warnock, Board Member Paul Casias, Board Member Ruben J Bernal, Chairman Ruben Falcon  voted aye.  13. Discuss/Act upon ponmenlre-appelmment of Vice-Chairman oft the Board of Adjustment.  (Newly. Appointed BOA Chairman)  Motion was made by Board Member Darren Hodges, seconded by Chairman Ruben J Bernal, and carried unanimously tol Re-Appoint. James Warnock as Vice-Chairman of the Board of Adjustment. Board Member Darren Hodges, Vice-Chairman James Warnock, Board Member Paul Casias, Board Member Ruben J Bernal, Chairman  Ruben Falcon voted aye.  Chairman Ruben Falcon recessed from thel Board of Adjustment Meeting to convene into  the Public Hearing at 7:24 p.m.  14. Application Request from Property Owner Robert Guerrero to Consider a Special Exception for Placement ofal Mobile Home in a One-Family Dwelling District (SF-2), on Lot t1&2, Block 252, ORIENT ADDITION, more particularly described as 1404 N. Valentine Street, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas; this being in Accordance with Section 17(3) oft the Zoning  Ordinance.  City Secretary Marina Cantu advised the Board of Adjustment she heard from one property owner adjacent to the property in question that voiced a modular home would be acceptable; Property Owner Robert Guerrero would like to utilize the property for his grandchildren. Building Official Roy Mendoza explained mobile homes are not allowed in this area. Property Owner Robert Guerrero explained the mobile home would be placed on cinder blocks and it would be skirted making it a morej permanent home. His fence would be  however, they were against a mobile home being placed in the area.  extended. He will not have any chickens or goats.  Olga Gonzales inquired ift the property owners were supposed to be notified oft this request.    Page |301  City Secretary Marina Cantu responded that property owners within 200 feet of the request were notified by letter. However, the notice is also placed in the newspaper and on the website to  reach the community.  Sonya Vick inquired ift this request is approved would it not set precedence for future  requests. 7:26 p.m.  Chairman Ruben Falcon closed the Public Hearing to Reconvene as the Board of Adjustment at  15. Discuss/Act upon Application Request from Property Owner Robert Guerrero to Consider a Special Exception for Placement of a Mobile Home in a One-Family Dwelling District (SF-2), on Lot 18 &2, Block 252, ORIENT ADDITION, more particularly described as 14041 N. Valentine Street, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas; this being in Accordance with Section  17(3) of the Zoning Ordinance.  Vice-Chairman James Warnock inquired if Property Owner Robert Guerrero looked into a Property Owner Robert Guerrero stated he looked into a Modular Home and even building al home; however, the prices are increased making it out oft their range right now. Chairman Ruben Falcon inquired what was the closest mobile home area.  Modular Home.  Building Official Roy Mendoza replied approximately 4 sections away offofJackson. Property Owner Robert Guerrero explained the mobile home would be a doublewide. Motion was made by Board Member to approve Application Request from Property Owner Robert Guerrero to Consider a Special Exception for Placement of a Mobile Home ina One-Family Dwelling District (SF-2), on Lot1 &2, Block 252, ORIENT ADDITION, more particularly described as 1404 N. Valentine Street, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas; this being in Accordance with Section 17(3) of the Zoning Ordinance.  Motion died for a lack of a Second.    Page/302  Chairman Ruben Falcon closed the Board of Adjustment and Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias  reconvened into the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:34 p.m.  ORDINANCES CONTINUED:  16. Discuss/Act upon Ordinance No. 22-108, An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Chapter of the Municipal Code of the City ofFort Stockton, Texas, Special Exception allowing for the Placement of a Mobile Home in a One-Family Dwelling District (SF-2), Located on Lot One (1) and Lot Two (2), Block Two Hundred Fifty-Two (252), ORIENT ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas & more particularly described as 1401 N. Valentine Street; in Accordance with Section 17(3) of the Zoning Ordinance & Providing for an Effective Date Provision. (City Motion was made by Council Member Ruben JI Bernal to Ordinance No. 22-108, An Ordinance Amending the Zoning Chapter ofthel Municipal Code oft the City ofl Fort Stockton, Texas, Special Exception allowing for thel Placement of a Mobile Home in a One- Family Dwelling District (SF-2), Located on Lot One (1) and Lot' Two (2), Block Two Hundred Fifty-Two (252), ORIENT ADDITION, Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas & more particularly described as 1401 N. Valentine Street; in Accordance with Section 17(3)  Mgr./ City Sec.)  oft the Zoning Ordinance & Providing for an Effective Date Provision.  Motion died for a lack of a Second  CONSENT AGENDA:  17. All matters listed are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. Ifo discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and  considered separately. Minutes: (Mayor)  Regular Meeting Minutes of Fort Stockton City Council, 05/23/2022 Regular Meeting Minutes of] Fort Stockton Substandard Building Committee, Regular Meeting Minutes of] Fort Stockton Planning & Zoning Commission, Special Meeting Minutes of Fort Stockton Convention & Visitor's Bureau, 03/29/2022 - Regular Meeting Minutes of Fort Stockton Convention & Visitor's Bureau, 03/16/2022 Special Meeting Minutes of] Intergovernmental Recreation Board, 03/16/2022  05/05/2022 04/20/2022  Accounts Payable Grand Total:  $610,631.95    Pagel 1303  Motion was made by Council Member James Warnock, seconded by Council Member Ruben J Bernal, and carried unanimously to approve Consent Agenda, as presented. Council Member Darren Hodges, Council Member James Warnock, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias, Council Member Ruben J Bernal, Counci! Member Ruben Falcon voted  aye.  REGULAR BUSINESS:  18. Discuss/Act upon Increasing the Fort Stockton Economic Development 4-A Corporation  Staffing Classification Plan. (City Mgr./EDC Dir.)  Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Remie Ramos explained this item is  toapprove the addition ofa maintenance personnel to the Visitor Center Area.  City Manager Frank Rodriguez explained there is money in the budget for this position. In addition, this staff member could be utilized to assist the Convention and Visitors Bureau  when needed.  Council Member Ruben Falcon inquired about the. job description.  EDC Executive Director Remie Ramos explained it is the Utility Worker. Job Description. Motion was made by Council Member Ruben J Bernal, seconded by Council Member James Warnock, and passed to Authorize Increasing the Fort Stockton Economic Development 4-A Corporation Staffing Classification Plan. Council Member Darren Hodges, Council Member James Warnock, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias, Council Member Ruben J. Bernal voted aye and Council Member Ruben Falcon voted nay. 19. Discuss/Act upon Lease or Purchase ofl Peacemaker Computers for the Fort Stockton Police  Department. (City Mgr./Asst. COP)  Assistant Chief ofl Police Ernesto Velasquez explained the computers are not  interchangeable.  These are mobile data terminals that are antimicrobial. They are designed to allow for  cleaning as the current ones default or burn up when cleaning.    Pagel 1304  Windows 10 is almost obsolete. Everything is transitioning to Windows 11. This will come with the modem, the printer, the tablet and the face terminal. Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias inquired how many units would be purchased. Assistant Chief of Police Ernesto Velasquez responded they were looking to purchase 13 Council MemberJames Warnock inquired ift they had looked into the lease option due to Assistant Chief of Police Ernesto Velasquez responded that is the option he recommends it would cover a3-year warranty and every 3 years you are eligible for software and terminal  units.  the need for constant upgrades.  upgrades. days.  Whether you lease or purchase the computers the company will install them. It takes ai matter of City Manager Frank Rodriguez explained the City would utilize monies from the  American Rescue Fund to lease these computers.  Motion was made by Council Member Darren Hodges, seconded by Council Member Ruben J Bernal, and carried unanimously to approve Lease Peacemaker Computers for the Fort Stockton Police Department. Council Member Darren Hodges, Council Member. James Warnock, Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias, Council Member Ruben. J  Bernal, Council Member Ruben Falcon voted aye,  20. Questions from Media  Ken Ripley of KFST Radio Station inquired the cost ofi the lease.  Assistant Chief of Police Ernesto Velasquez responded the total oft the lease was $29,640ayear. Fort Stockton Pioneer Editor Nathan Heuer inquired why everyone voted or didn't votet the way they did. He also inquired what could be done differently to be reconsidered for annexation.    Page1305  Council Member Darren Hodges stated the concerns voiced by the community would need to Property Owner Andy Rivera clarified that there are no deed restrictions on the SUNNY Council Member Darren Hodges clarified when dealing with property the most restrictive thing will always take precedence whether it be the: zoning or the deed restrictions. Council Member Ruben Falcon stated he would like to see al new application request to zone the property as Single-Family District 1. He requested that Property Owner Andy Rivera please attend meetings when his request is being considered. He stated when city personnel have to speak your behalf, it appears as though the cityi is representing: your project. The consensus of City Council stated the community would like to see Single-Family homes  bea addressed prior to being reconsidered. SLOPE. ADDITION where he resides.  int that area.  Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias responded that any new applications would be reviewed accordingly.  21. Adjourn  Mayor Pro-Tem Paul Casias adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 8:04 p.m.  Joe  M Chris Alexander, Mayor  Lute  Marina N  A. Cantu, City Secretary