City of El Paso, Texas - Appointment of Assistant City Attorney - Oscar Gabaldon, Jr. - October 14, 2014

Sep 30, 2026

Agenda item and confidential memorandum for the City of El Paso, Texas, seeking City Council approval to appoint Oscar Gabaldon, Jr. as an Assistant City Attorney effective October 15, 2014. The proposal states an annual salary of $115,000 plus benefits, funded through the FY2015 budget. Background outlines Gabaldon’s Doctorate of Jurisprudence obtained in May 1982 and current service as an Associate Judge in the 65th Judicial District Court, including relevant legal responsibilities. Prior council action is noted, and required authorization and office information are provided.

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Pages24

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Department Head's Summary Form

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Amount and Source of Funding

Memorandum (Office of the City Attorney)

Appointment Request Details

Applicant Information Form

# CITY OF ELPASO,TEXASAGENDA ITEMDEPARTMENT HEAD'S SUMMARY FORM DEPARTMENT: City Attorney AGENDA DATE: October 14,2014 Sylvia Borunda Firth,212-0033 CONTACT PERSON NAME AND PHONE NUMBER: DISTRICT(S)AFFECTED:All SUBJECT: APPROVE the appointment of Oscar Gabaldon,Jr.as an Assistant City Attorney effective October 15,2014 at a salary of S115,000.00 per annum,plus benefits. ## BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: Mr.Gabaldon will be assigned as an Assistant City Attorney.He obtained his Doctorate of Jurisprudence fromSouth Texas College of Law in Houston,Texas in May 1982.Mr.Gabaldon is currently an Associate Judge withthe 65ᵗJudicial District Court.He has the experience and knowledge necessary to perform the duties of anAssistant City Attorney. ## PRIOR COUNCIL ACTION: Has the Council previously considered this item or a closely related one? Yes,last appointment of an Assistant City Attorney was September 24,2013. ## AMOUNT AND SOURCE OF FUNDING: How will this item be funded?Has the item been budgeted?If so,identify funding source by accountnumbers and description of account.Does it require a budget transfer? Budgeted in FY2015 Budget103/10500/1000/501000 ## BOARD/COMMISSION ACTION: Enter appropriate comments or N/AN/A *******************REQUIRED AUTHORIZATION******************** DEPARTMENT HEAD: (If Department Head Summary Form is initiated by Purchasing,client department should sign also) Information copy to appropriate Deputy City Manager # OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY MEMORANDUM CONFIDENTIALATTORNEY-CLIENT AND/ORATTORNEY WORK PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONNOT INTENDED FOR PUBLIC DISSEMINATION TO:Mayor Oscar Leeser City Representatives:Ann Morgan Lilly,Larry Romero,Emma Acosta,Carl L.Robinson,Michiel R.Noe,Claudia Ordaz,Lily Limón andCortney Carlisle NilandCity Manager Tomás González Sylvia Borunda Firth,City Attorney FROM: SUBJECT:Appointment ofAssistant City Attorney-Oscar Gabaldon,Jr.October 14,2014 City Council Agenda October 7,2014 DATE: I have placed an item on the City Council Agenda for October 14,2014 for yourconsideration regarding the appointment of Oscar Gabaldon,Jr.as an Assistant CityAttorney to fill a vacancy in the City Attorney's Office. I propose to hire Mr.Gabaldon at an annual salary of $115,000.00.If the appointment isapproved by City Council,his starting date will be October 15,2014.Funding for thisposition was approved in the FY2015 Budget and the filling of this position is essential tothe efficient operations of the City Attorney's Office. I have attached a copy of Mr.Gabaldon's resume for your reference.If you have anyquestions or comments,please do not hesitate to contact me. 9/18/2014 NEOGOV Insigh | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | CITY OF EL PASO
300 N.Campbell
EI Paso,Texas 79901
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Gabaldon,Oscar G.
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Gabaldon,OscarG. | | SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER
N/A | | | ADDRESS:(Street,City,State,Zip Code) | | | | | HOME PHONE | ALTERNATEPHONE | EMAIL ADDRESS: | | | DRIVERS助CENSE
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■ Yes口No | | | PREFERENCES | | --- | | AREYOU WILLING TO RELOCATE?
PREFERRED SALARY:
□Yes □No □Maybe | | WHAT TYPE OF J0B ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
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Full Time | | | | OBJECTIVE:
Obtaln full-time employment In the City Attorney's Office as an Assistant City Attorney | | EDUCATION | | | | --- | --- | --- | | DATES:
From:8/1979 To:5/1982 | SCHOOL NAME:
South Texas Coll

FAQs

What approval is requested by the City Council?

Approval is requested to appoint Oscar Gabaldon, Jr. as an Assistant City Attorney effective October 15, 2014.

What salary and funding source are stated for the position?

The proposed annual salary is $115,000.00 plus benefits, and funding is indicated as budgeted in the FY2015 Budget under account 103/10500/1000/501000.

What background qualifications are provided for Oscar Gabaldon, Jr.?

The document states he earned a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from South Texas College of Law in May 1982 and is currently an Associate Judge with the 65th Judicial District Court, with experience and knowledge to perform the duties of an Assistant City Attorney.

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