Delivering Outstanding Services. 5 Construction Management ‐ EPIA Checked Baggage Inspection System End of Presentation Questions & Comments
Delivering Outstanding Services. 1 History • 1978 - City Tax Office and a County Tax Office existed separately • 1984 - Consolidated Tax Office is created through an interlocal agreement, creating cost savings and efficient tax collections through the use of technology. • Property Tax Code Section 6.30(c) allows an entity to contract with attorneys for the collection of delinquent property taxes. • 1984 - City of El Paso contracts with the Linebarger firm to collect delinquent taxes. • 1998 – City of El Paso contracts with Appraisal and Collection Technologies (ACT) for a tax collection software program. • 1999 – City of El Paso contracts with Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxxx & Xxxxx (“Firm”) firm to collect delinquent taxes through a request for proposals for a five year term.
Delivering Outstanding Services. 2 Current State • In 2005, the City entered into a legal services agreement with the Firm for a five year term with an option to extend another 5 years per unanimous recommendation from the Tax Advisory Committee. • In 2009, the City exercised its second option to renew two separate contracts, the delinquent tax collection contract with the Firm and the computer system license and maintenance contract with ACT. • Both contracts were extended one year on December 14, 2015 to allow the Tax Office to exercise the procurement option for professional services. “Delivering Outstanding Services” 3 RFQ Information • Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was opened on June 8, 2016. • The proposal specified the City’s need for a complete property tax system software, if the Firm proposes the use of a new software. • 2 vendors submitted proposals: Xxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx & Xxxx, LLP Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxxx & Xxxxx, LLP • An evaluation committee of 3 financial staff members from OMB, Comptroller and Tax department evaluated the proposals. ✓ Xxxxxxx Xxxxxx Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxxx & Xxxxx, LLP received the highest overall rating. “Delivering Outstanding Services” 4 Committee Score Sheet 2016-891R Delinquent Tax Collection Services Request for Qualifications Evaluation Factors Maximum Amount of Points A) Understanding of Project 30
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Delivering Outstanding Services. 4 African Wetlands Red River Hog Consultant Selection Summary ▪ This is a professional services agreement and the selection process was based on the legal requirements of Chapter 2254 Professional Services Recommendation: ▪ The Scoping and Evaluation Team recommends MNK Architects, Inc. as the most qualified consultant ▪ Award amount: $70,291.50 ▪ Timeframe: Design Phase 120 calendar days “Delivering Outstanding Services” 5 African Wetlands Red River Hog End of Presentation Questions & Comments
Delivering Outstanding Services. 6 New Haven Drive Street Reconstruction Electric Service Easement Agreement: End of Presentation Questions & Comments
Delivering Outstanding Services. Approval of Donation Acceptance Agreement January 2017 Outline of Project • Xxxxxxxx Bridge, “Ysleta Port of Entry” Commercial Island Project Scope – Involves reconfiguration of various physical infrastructures which impede the flow of northbound commercial traffic at the port.
Delivering Outstanding Services. Project Summary • Location: 0000 Xxxxx Xxxxx, Xx Xxxx, Xxxxx • $2,500,000 investment – Land: $1,369,465 – Construction: $1,150,000 – Fixtures: $20,000 • 41 new jobs over the next 5 years – Company pays 50% healthcare benefits • Average Hourly Wage: $16.91 • Average Annual Salary: $35,172
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Delivering Outstanding Services. Scope includes the relocation of multiple barriers and reconfiguration of the site elements to create a wider path of travel for trucks entering the commercial primary inspection lanes. Current Conditions CLOSE-UP OF AREA IMPACTED Current Conditions Improvements Improvements Timeline • Council Approval Jan. 2017 • GSA license 33 days est. • GSA Notice to Proceed 2 weeks • Contractor Coordination 30 days and Security Requirements • Start Construction April 2017 • Completion Sept. 2017 Requested Action • City Council authorize the Mayor to sign a Donations Acceptance Agreement by and between U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and U.S. General Services Administration for the City’s removal of traffic medians and reconstruction of the affected commercial
Delivering Outstanding Services. Wage Analysis No. Employees Estimated Hourly Wages Annual Salaries per job Administration 5 $15.00 $31,200.00 Dispatch Manager 6 $17.30 $35,984.00 Operations Manager 4 $19.23 $39,998.40 Customer Service 3 $13.70 $28,496.00 Maintenance 10 $13.00 $27,040.00 Sales Executive 1 $19.23 $39,998.40 Local Drivers 7 $13.50 $28,080.00 Drivers 35 $0.30 – 0.35 per mile pay $40,000.00 - $60,000 Safety 3 $12.65 $26,312.00 Total 74 “Delivering Outstanding Services” Chapter 380 Agreement • 50% Real and Personal Property Tax rebate - 5 years – Rebate $21,642 • Waive Planning and building permits up to $10,000 • Rebate City’s portion of sales tax up to $12,000 • Applicant Obligations – Begin construction within 12 months of execution date – Obtain certificate of occupancy within 24 months of execution date. – Meet Job requirements • Applicant meets job category credit scoring • Applicant meets Category 3 of chapter 380 incentive policy • Staff recommends approval as this will encourage increased economic development in the City of El Paso “Delivering Outstanding Services” Questions? “Delivering Outstanding Services” Economic Impact Analysis ImpacType Employment Labor Income Total Value Added Output Direct Effect 74.0 2,622,000.0 3,507,356.7 9,885,444.8 Indirect Effect 30.2 1,235,004.4 2,241,608.7 5,260,226.1 Induced Effect 19.5 685,380.1 1,470,203.8 2,531,568.0 Total Effect 124.6 4,542,384.5 7,219,169.3 17,677,239.0 “Delivering Outstanding Services” Schedule of Permanent Jobs Title or Occupation Code Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Administration 3 3 3 4 5 Dispatch Manager 4 4 4 4 6 Operations Manager 2 2 2 2 4 Customer Service 3 3 3 3 3 Sales Executive 1 1 1 1 1 Local Drivers 6 6 6 7 7 Drivers 12 20 29 31 35 Safety 3 3 3 3 3 Totals 43 51 60 64 74