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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, May 14, 2024 07:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 120 Paint Rock Street, Eden, TX

1.CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

Mayor and Council Members
Mayor Agapito Torres                        
Mayor Pro Tem Jennifer Martinez        
Council Member Renae Rodgers
Council Member Grover Hall
Council Member Randy Dunaway
Council Member Bradley Gandy

Staff
City Administrator Priscilla Aguirre
Assistant to City Administrator Victoria Ramirez

2.INVOCATION

  1. A.Pastor Charlie Winford - Hallelujah Trail Cowboy Church

3.WORKSHOP

No action to be taken. Staff reports regarding Current Projects and Plans, Ordinances and Compliance, Water Usage, Grant Opportunities and Status of Current Grants, Economic Development, Business, and Other Agenda Items listed below.

  1. A.Public Works Ronnie Winans

  2. B.City Administrator Priscilla Aguirre

4.EXECUTIVE SESSION

The City Council for the City of Eden has the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any matter as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551.073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices, and 551.086 (Economic Development).

  1. A.Discuss Vendor Invoices (#12212199, #2301128, #2302132)

  2. B.Discuss unusual (or threatening) correspondence

  3. C.Discuss Certified Agenda 

5.PRESENTATIONS BY CITIZENS

Floor open to discussion on any subject. No action may be taken by law. Citizens wishing to speak shall do so after being recognized by the Mayor. The Mayor and City Council may establish a time limit as necessary.

6.REPORTS OF OTHER AGENCIES, COMMISSIONS, & STAFF

  1. A.Eden Economic Development Corporation Monthly Report - Laura Bowden, Project Manager

7.CONSENT ITEMS

The following items may be acted upon in one motion. No separate discussion or action is necessary unless requested by a Council Member, in which event those items will be pulled from the consent agenda for separate consideration.

  1. A.Approval of the City of Eden Investment Report Month ending April 2024

  2. B.Approval of Financial Statement Month Ending April 2024

  3. C.Approval of April 9, 2024 Regular Session Minutes

8.BUSINESS

Consideration and Possible Action On:

  1. A.Discuss and take action on Economic Development Corporation 2023-2024 Budget

  2. B.Discuss and take action on Eden Economic Development Corporation 2023-2024 IRP Budget

  3. C.Discuss and take action on Eden Economic Development Corporation’s recommendation of project funding (loan/grant up to $10, 000) partnership between Eden Economic Development Corporation, Eden State Bank (or other financial institution), Eden Community Childcare Center, to assist with operations, job creation, job retention. 

  4. D.Discuss and take action on Eden Economic Development Corporation’s recommendation of project funding (loan/grant up to $10,000) partnership between Eden Economic  Development Corporation, Eden State Bank (or other financial institution) Eden Oasis, to assist with business attraction, business expansion.  

  5. E.Discuss Memorial Day Ceremony at City of Eden Cemetery May 27, 2024 and the need for a flagpole, VFW Post 8549 Chaplain, Post Junior Vice Commander 

  6. F.Discuss and take action on Fast Signs quote to replace the flagpole at the City of Eden Cemetery

  7. G.Discuss and take action on Asco Equipment’s quote for backhoe repairs 

  8. H.Discuss and take action on quote to purchase Chipper/Shredder 

  9. I.Discuss and take action on quotes to repair the front window at the Don Freeman Museum
    a. Window Depot’s quote to repair the front window
    b. GA Auto Glass’ quote to tint the glass

  10. J.Discuss and take action on the quotes to repair the front window at the EEDC warehouse building
    a. Window Depot’s quote to repair the front window
    b. GA Auto Glass’ quote to tint the glass  

  11. K.Discuss and take action on Xylem Water Solutions USA, Inc. Sanitaire Products quote to perform repairs at the City of Eden Wastewater Plant

  12. L.Discuss and take action on Landmark Aquatic’s quote to purchase chemicals for City of Eden Swimming pool maintenance. 

  13. M.Discuss and take action on Jurgensen Pump, LLC quote to perform repairs to City of Eden Well # 3

  14. N.Discuss and take action on the City of Eden Municipal Court Confidentiality Policy and Agreement

  15. O.Discuss and take action on the license agreement with TXDOT for use of City of Eden property  during construction along US 83

  16. P.Discuss and take action on the request of the City Administrator/Secretary’s request to fund registration for TEEX Basic Code Enforcement Training and Testing

  17. Q.Discuss and take action on the request of the City Administrator/Secretary’s request to fund registration for the Texas Municipal Clerks Certification Program

  18. R.Discuss and take action regarding Management, Maintenance, Funding of Concho Springs Golf Course
    a. Greens grade sand quote
    b. Rainbird 6504 sprinklers quote
    c. Greens grade gypsum quote
    d. Minus to fill bridges quote 
    e. Bridge estimates 

  19. S.Discuss and take action on US Underwater’s quote to perform suggested repairs and cleaning to Tanks #1 #2 #3

  20. T.Discuss and take action on City of Eden Environmental Services Job Description

  21. U.Discuss and take action on Vendor Invoices (#12212199, #2301128, #2302132)

  22. V.Approval of April 2023 Bills

  23. W.Approval of Budget Adjustments 5/14/2024

  24. X.Set dates for 2024-2025 Budget Sessions (possibly June 13, 2024, and June 27, 2024) and Public Hearings (2) (possibly July 11, 2024, and July 25, 2024)

9.ELECTION

  1. A.Canvass May 4, 2024, Election

  2. B.Issue Certificate of Election and complete Statement of Officer

  3. C.Administer Oath of Office for newly elected Council Members

  4. D.Newly Elected Officials shall assume duties of their office

  5. E.Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem

10.ADJOURN

Notice is posted in accordance with Chapter 551 Government Code, Vernon’s Texas Codes, Annotated. I certify that the above notice of meeting was posted on the bulletin board located at City of Eden City Hall May 10, 2024 by 5:00 pm.

Priscilla Aguirre, City Secretary/Administrator

All agenda items listed above are eligible for discussion and action unless otherwise specifically noted.
This facility is wheelchair accessible.  Accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for auxiliary aids and services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting by calling (325) 869-2211.