Billy Wood
11-28-2007, 10:55 PM
Regular Meeting of the Roswell City Council held in the Council Chambers at City Hall September 13, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting convened with the Mayor, Sam LaGrone, presiding and Councilors Lovato, Monteith, Rogers, Wells, Velasquez, Henderson, Sandoval, Green, and Whitwam present. Councilor Espinoza was absent. Councilor Wells said a prayer. Taryn Nunez led the Pledge of Allegiance and Summer Lara sang the National Anthem.
Notice of this meeting was given to the public in compliance with Sections 10-15-1 through 10-15-4 NMSA 1978 and Resolution 07-08.
AGENDA/CONSENT ITEMS
Councilor Henderson moved to approve the September 13, 2007 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda to include the consent agenda, consisting of bids, proposals, a weed removal and condemnation resolution, a memo from the Purchasing Director with late bids and proposals, RIAC leases and minutes from the August 9th, August 22st and September 4th City Council Meetings. Included in the motion he wished to pull item #9, P & Z Case No. 07-020 from the agenda and add the two addendum items to the end of the meeting. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance 07-02 - Amending Section 10, Roswell City Code
Councilor Monteith moved to approve Ordinance 07-02 amending Section 10 of the Roswell City Code. Councilor Henderson was the second.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGAINST - NONE
FOR - NONE
Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON AGENDA ITEMS
Jean Sallee spoke in favor of item 8, closing West 9th Street.
Jim McClelland spoke in favor of item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
Todd Wagener spoke in favor of item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
Sheryl Patteson spoke in favor of item 10, P & Z Case No. 07-023.
Pat Fleming spoke against item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
William Lester spoke against item 10, P & Z Case No. 07-023.
Tim Parker spoke in favor of item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
REGULAR ITEMS
BID AWARDS (Approved as Consent item)
ITB-08-004 - Firefighting Air Cascade Skid Unit - was awarded to Artesia Fire and Equipment, Artesia, NM in the amount of $9,433.00 as bid.
ITB-08-006 - Ceiling Insulation for Hangar 84 - Staff needs additional time to consider options.
ITB-08-009 - West 2nd Street Channel Reconstruction - was awarded to Armstrong Construction, Roswell, NM in the amount of $411,336.00 as bid.
ITB-08-010 - Landfill Closure, Cell #2 - Staff needs additional time to consider options.
ITB-08-013 - McGaffey Street and Union Avenue Resignalization Project - was awarded to RT Electric Inc., Las Cruces, NM in the amount of $310,797.08 as bid.
ITB-08-015 - Bird/Nature Center and Parking Lot Project - was awarded to Armstrong Construction, Roswell, NM in the amount of $77,136.20.
ITB-08-018 - Modular Bldg. Site Adaptation - Working Mother’s Day Nursery - was awarded to Vantage Engineering, Roswell, NM in the amount of $54,000.00 as bid.
ITB-08-023 - Towable Bleachers - was awarded to Summit Supply of Colorado in the amount of $64,276.40 as bid.
ITB-08-025 - Waterworks Materials - Rio Grande Pump & Supply, Las Cruces, NM was awarded Valve Boxes & Lids in the amount of $2,935.00, also Meter Boxes and Lids in the amount of $7,900.00, and Meter Box Lid Locking #34 in the amount of $3,910.00. Baker Utility Supply, Albuquerque, NM was awarded Manhole Rings and Lids in the amount of $16,815.00. Morrison Supply, Carlsbad, NM, was awarded Meter Boxes in the amount of $27,223.00.
ITB-08-030 - Disc and Float 12.2 Acres - New Park Site - No bids were received. Staff recommended combining this with ITB-08-031 and rebidding.
ITB-08-031 - Soil Amendment Application - New Park Site - One bid was received and rejected. Staff recommends combining this with ITB-030 and rebidding.
ITB-08-038 - Wood Chipper - Parks - was awarded to Vermeer Sales Southwest, Chandler, AZ in the amount of $25,233.35 as bid.
RFP-08-001 - Professional Business Services - Alien Theme Park - Authorized the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Contour Entertainment, Van Nuys, CA for professional services.
RFP-08-002 - Individual Tennis Services - Authorized the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Alberto Goenaga for individual tennis services.
RFP-08-003 - Design/Build Parks and Rec. Office Fireplace Remodel - No bids were received and will be re-bid.
RFP-08-004 - Advertising and Marketing Services - Authorize the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Rick Johnson and Company for advertising and marketing services.
RFP-08-005 - Legal Services - Authorize the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Pittman Law Firm for legal services.
RIAC LEASES (Approved as Consent item)
- Lease agreement on a portion of Building No. 108 to Esperanza Development Services, LLC, for provision of services to individuals with developmental disabilities. The lease is for 24,000 sq. ft. at $2,500 per month.
- Lease addendum for fuel storage tanks No. 1216, 1218 and 1219 to Navajo Refining Company for fuel storage. The rent shall increase to $2203 per month.
- Lease agreement on an area of land to Schlumberger Technology Corp. for storage of explosives. The lease is for 800 sq. ft. at $115 per month.
- Lease agreement for Office Space in the Airport Terminal Building to Creative Pultrusions, Inc. for office space. The lease is for 100 sq. ft. at $100 per month.
- Lease agreement on Building No. 120, space 6 to Jerry DeLosh for aircraft storage. The lease is for 1,002 sq. ft. at $125 per month.
- Lease Agreement on a Building No. 1050 to Federal Aviation Administration for FAA’s System Support Center. The lease is for 4,837 sq. ft. at $1,342 per month.
- Lease Agreement on Building No. 615 to First United Methodist Church for an evangelical outreach program. The lease is for 1,357 sq. ft. at $125 per month.
- Lease Addendum on Buildings 1140 and 83 to Stewart Industries International, LLC for aircraft storage.
Resolution 07-24 - Weeds (Approved as Consent Item)
This resolution mandates the clean up of 81 properties in Roswell.
Resolution 07-25 - Condemnations (Approved as Consent Item)
This resolution requires the removal or demolition of 2 dilapidated structures.
Lodgers Tax Funding Request - Chisum Trail Shootout 2007
Councilor Henderson moved to approve Lodgers Tax Funding in the amount of $500. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Lodgers Tax Funding Request - Eastern New Mexico State Fair
Councilor Henderson moved to approve Lodgers Tax Funding in the amount of $6,000. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Closure of West 9th St. from North Missouri to North Lea
Councilor Wells moved to approve the closure of West 9th Street from North Missouri to North Lea. This property on the north side of the Roswell Adult Center is a CDBG project and has $175,000 available. Councilor Wells was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
P & Z Case No. 07-023 - Zone Change from R-2 Residential to R-3 Residential
Councilor Lovato moved to uphold the decision of the P & Z Commission approving P & Z Case No. 07-023, a zone change from R-2 to R-3. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
P & Z Case No. 07-024 - Zone Change from R-1 Residential to R-3 Residential
Councilor Lovato moved to uphold the decision of the P & Z Commission approving P & Z Case No. 07-024, a zone change from R-1 to R-3. Councilor Monteith was the second. There was some discussion over the type of construction and the effect on property values. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
P & Z Case No. 07-027 - Vacation of Right-of-way, Winners Circle Road
Councilor Lovato moved to uphold the decision of the P & Z Commission approving P & Z Case No. 07-027, a vacation of right-of way, Winners Circle. Councilor Monteith was the second. There was discussion on the effect of this vacation. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
2007 Roswell Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Councilor Sandoval moved to approve the 2007 Roswell Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Councilor Wells was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Resolution 07-026- Authorize Land Exchange with ENMU-Roswell
Councilor Rogers moved to approve the land exchange with ENMU-Roswell. Councilor Wells was the second. Judy Armstrong stated that the land ENMU-Roswell would receive is where they will build the National Flight Test Center. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Agreement with New Mexico Airlines
Councilor Rogers moved to ratify the agreement with New Mexico Airlines and authorize the Mayor to approve minor changes to the current agreement. Councilor Monteith was the second. There was discussion over discontinued service to Albuquerque, the size of the planes, security procedures and current subsidized service to Hobbs and Carlsbad. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried
Appointments
NONE
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
NONE
The Meeting adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
Approved on this 11th day of October, 2007
(CITY SEAL)
_________________________________
SAM LAGRONE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________________
DAVE KUNKO, CITY CLERK
The meeting convened with the Mayor, Sam LaGrone, presiding and Councilors Lovato, Monteith, Rogers, Wells, Velasquez, Henderson, Sandoval, Green, and Whitwam present. Councilor Espinoza was absent. Councilor Wells said a prayer. Taryn Nunez led the Pledge of Allegiance and Summer Lara sang the National Anthem.
Notice of this meeting was given to the public in compliance with Sections 10-15-1 through 10-15-4 NMSA 1978 and Resolution 07-08.
AGENDA/CONSENT ITEMS
Councilor Henderson moved to approve the September 13, 2007 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda to include the consent agenda, consisting of bids, proposals, a weed removal and condemnation resolution, a memo from the Purchasing Director with late bids and proposals, RIAC leases and minutes from the August 9th, August 22st and September 4th City Council Meetings. Included in the motion he wished to pull item #9, P & Z Case No. 07-020 from the agenda and add the two addendum items to the end of the meeting. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance 07-02 - Amending Section 10, Roswell City Code
Councilor Monteith moved to approve Ordinance 07-02 amending Section 10 of the Roswell City Code. Councilor Henderson was the second.
PUBLIC COMMENT
AGAINST - NONE
FOR - NONE
Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON AGENDA ITEMS
Jean Sallee spoke in favor of item 8, closing West 9th Street.
Jim McClelland spoke in favor of item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
Todd Wagener spoke in favor of item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
Sheryl Patteson spoke in favor of item 10, P & Z Case No. 07-023.
Pat Fleming spoke against item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
William Lester spoke against item 10, P & Z Case No. 07-023.
Tim Parker spoke in favor of item 11, P & Z Case No. 07-024.
REGULAR ITEMS
BID AWARDS (Approved as Consent item)
ITB-08-004 - Firefighting Air Cascade Skid Unit - was awarded to Artesia Fire and Equipment, Artesia, NM in the amount of $9,433.00 as bid.
ITB-08-006 - Ceiling Insulation for Hangar 84 - Staff needs additional time to consider options.
ITB-08-009 - West 2nd Street Channel Reconstruction - was awarded to Armstrong Construction, Roswell, NM in the amount of $411,336.00 as bid.
ITB-08-010 - Landfill Closure, Cell #2 - Staff needs additional time to consider options.
ITB-08-013 - McGaffey Street and Union Avenue Resignalization Project - was awarded to RT Electric Inc., Las Cruces, NM in the amount of $310,797.08 as bid.
ITB-08-015 - Bird/Nature Center and Parking Lot Project - was awarded to Armstrong Construction, Roswell, NM in the amount of $77,136.20.
ITB-08-018 - Modular Bldg. Site Adaptation - Working Mother’s Day Nursery - was awarded to Vantage Engineering, Roswell, NM in the amount of $54,000.00 as bid.
ITB-08-023 - Towable Bleachers - was awarded to Summit Supply of Colorado in the amount of $64,276.40 as bid.
ITB-08-025 - Waterworks Materials - Rio Grande Pump & Supply, Las Cruces, NM was awarded Valve Boxes & Lids in the amount of $2,935.00, also Meter Boxes and Lids in the amount of $7,900.00, and Meter Box Lid Locking #34 in the amount of $3,910.00. Baker Utility Supply, Albuquerque, NM was awarded Manhole Rings and Lids in the amount of $16,815.00. Morrison Supply, Carlsbad, NM, was awarded Meter Boxes in the amount of $27,223.00.
ITB-08-030 - Disc and Float 12.2 Acres - New Park Site - No bids were received. Staff recommended combining this with ITB-08-031 and rebidding.
ITB-08-031 - Soil Amendment Application - New Park Site - One bid was received and rejected. Staff recommends combining this with ITB-030 and rebidding.
ITB-08-038 - Wood Chipper - Parks - was awarded to Vermeer Sales Southwest, Chandler, AZ in the amount of $25,233.35 as bid.
RFP-08-001 - Professional Business Services - Alien Theme Park - Authorized the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Contour Entertainment, Van Nuys, CA for professional services.
RFP-08-002 - Individual Tennis Services - Authorized the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Alberto Goenaga for individual tennis services.
RFP-08-003 - Design/Build Parks and Rec. Office Fireplace Remodel - No bids were received and will be re-bid.
RFP-08-004 - Advertising and Marketing Services - Authorize the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Rick Johnson and Company for advertising and marketing services.
RFP-08-005 - Legal Services - Authorize the City Manager to enter into negotiations with Pittman Law Firm for legal services.
RIAC LEASES (Approved as Consent item)
- Lease agreement on a portion of Building No. 108 to Esperanza Development Services, LLC, for provision of services to individuals with developmental disabilities. The lease is for 24,000 sq. ft. at $2,500 per month.
- Lease addendum for fuel storage tanks No. 1216, 1218 and 1219 to Navajo Refining Company for fuel storage. The rent shall increase to $2203 per month.
- Lease agreement on an area of land to Schlumberger Technology Corp. for storage of explosives. The lease is for 800 sq. ft. at $115 per month.
- Lease agreement for Office Space in the Airport Terminal Building to Creative Pultrusions, Inc. for office space. The lease is for 100 sq. ft. at $100 per month.
- Lease agreement on Building No. 120, space 6 to Jerry DeLosh for aircraft storage. The lease is for 1,002 sq. ft. at $125 per month.
- Lease Agreement on a Building No. 1050 to Federal Aviation Administration for FAA’s System Support Center. The lease is for 4,837 sq. ft. at $1,342 per month.
- Lease Agreement on Building No. 615 to First United Methodist Church for an evangelical outreach program. The lease is for 1,357 sq. ft. at $125 per month.
- Lease Addendum on Buildings 1140 and 83 to Stewart Industries International, LLC for aircraft storage.
Resolution 07-24 - Weeds (Approved as Consent Item)
This resolution mandates the clean up of 81 properties in Roswell.
Resolution 07-25 - Condemnations (Approved as Consent Item)
This resolution requires the removal or demolition of 2 dilapidated structures.
Lodgers Tax Funding Request - Chisum Trail Shootout 2007
Councilor Henderson moved to approve Lodgers Tax Funding in the amount of $500. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Lodgers Tax Funding Request - Eastern New Mexico State Fair
Councilor Henderson moved to approve Lodgers Tax Funding in the amount of $6,000. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Closure of West 9th St. from North Missouri to North Lea
Councilor Wells moved to approve the closure of West 9th Street from North Missouri to North Lea. This property on the north side of the Roswell Adult Center is a CDBG project and has $175,000 available. Councilor Wells was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
P & Z Case No. 07-023 - Zone Change from R-2 Residential to R-3 Residential
Councilor Lovato moved to uphold the decision of the P & Z Commission approving P & Z Case No. 07-023, a zone change from R-2 to R-3. Councilor Monteith was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
P & Z Case No. 07-024 - Zone Change from R-1 Residential to R-3 Residential
Councilor Lovato moved to uphold the decision of the P & Z Commission approving P & Z Case No. 07-024, a zone change from R-1 to R-3. Councilor Monteith was the second. There was some discussion over the type of construction and the effect on property values. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
P & Z Case No. 07-027 - Vacation of Right-of-way, Winners Circle Road
Councilor Lovato moved to uphold the decision of the P & Z Commission approving P & Z Case No. 07-027, a vacation of right-of way, Winners Circle. Councilor Monteith was the second. There was discussion on the effect of this vacation. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
2007 Roswell Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Councilor Sandoval moved to approve the 2007 Roswell Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Councilor Wells was the second. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Resolution 07-026- Authorize Land Exchange with ENMU-Roswell
Councilor Rogers moved to approve the land exchange with ENMU-Roswell. Councilor Wells was the second. Judy Armstrong stated that the land ENMU-Roswell would receive is where they will build the National Flight Test Center. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried.
Agreement with New Mexico Airlines
Councilor Rogers moved to ratify the agreement with New Mexico Airlines and authorize the Mayor to approve minor changes to the current agreement. Councilor Monteith was the second. There was discussion over discontinued service to Albuquerque, the size of the planes, security procedures and current subsidized service to Hobbs and Carlsbad. Voice vote was unanimous and the motion carried
Appointments
NONE
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
NONE
The Meeting adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
Approved on this 11th day of October, 2007
(CITY SEAL)
_________________________________
SAM LAGRONE, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________________
DAVE KUNKO, CITY CLERK