Agenda

CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE

1.

Roll Call by Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk

2.

Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation

3.

Discussion and possible action for Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Reports (Auditor, Treasurer, Business Office, Emergency Management, Human Resources, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector; and any other Department reports); and any other matters incident thereto.

4.

Public Comment - This section provides the public the opportunity to address the Commissioners Court on any items on the Agenda. Members of the public wishing to participate must complete a Witness Card specifying which agenda item they wish to comment on. Each public member, individually or in a group, will be allowed a total of Three (3) minutes within which to make any/all public comments.

COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

CONSENT AGENDA: At most meetings, the Commissioners Court establishes a Consent Agenda. It consists of those Agenda Items which are routine or non-controversial, and which neither a member of the Commissioners court has asked to be pulled for discussion. Once the Commissioners Court has established the Consent Agenda, Agenda Items included on it will be voted upon in one vote, and will not be discussed separately unless requested by the County Judge or Commissioners.

The consent agenda has been created in order to give constituents the opportunity to view any and all pertinent backup information with reference to any item in the agenda. The objective of the consent agenda is for all Webb County constituents to be familiar with everyday county business and to demonstrate the transparency and fairness of this Commissioners Court.

The following Agenda Items are of a routine nature, and the Commissioners Court has received supporting materials for consideration. All of these Agenda Items will be passed with one vote without being discussed separately, unless a member of the Commissioners Court or the public requests that a particular Agenda Item be discussed. If so, that Agenda Item will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and discussed as part of the regular Agenda at the appropriate time. One vote will approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda.

CONSENT ITEMS

5.

Auditor

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within Grant Funds; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Sheriff Martin Cuellar; Grant Fund #2701]

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	2701-3010-001-461006	K9 Support	$10,830.00	$1,200	$8,408.37	$7,208.37
To:	2701-3010-001-456205	Training/Education	$ -0-	$1,200	$-0-	$1,200.00

Issue: The National Narcotic Detector Dog Association will conduct their national training conference in Laredo, Texas during late May-early June 2022.

Solution: Request authorization for a line item transfer so that the Webb County Sheriff’s Office K9 Officers and their Handlers can utilize grant funds to attend this informational and educational conference.

Result: This funding will be available for use for the K9 Officers and Handlers to attend this valuable training opportunity. Click to View

b.

Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within Forfeiture funds. [Requested by Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1]

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	2180	Fed Forfeiture	$183,269.09	$1,500	$112,208.44	$110,708.44
To:	2180-3150-001-444400	Rent Expense	$300	$1,500	$300	$1,800

Issue: Monies needed to cover rental fees for storage for 6 months.

Solution: Transfer monies from Fed forfeiture to cover rental fees.

Result: Storage will be covered for 6 months. Click to View

c.

Discussion and possible action to ratify, by order, a budget amendment to the District Attorney State forfeiture fund by increasing the expenditure budget by $10,000; said amount is available from seized funds pursuant to Chapter 18 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney; Fund #2161-2260]

	Account Name	Account Number	Amount
From:	Fund Balance	2161-259700	$10,000
To:	Training & Education	2161-2260-001-456205	$10,000

Issue: New proceeds under Chapter 18 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure have been awarded and may be spent by the attorney representing the State after a budget for the expenditure of the proceeds has been submitted to the Governing Body.

Solution: Submit a budget to the Governing Body that clearly list and defines the categories of expenditures.

Result: The attorney representing the State can utilize the new proceeds for the official use of his Office. Click to View

d.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment to the District Attorney State forfeiture fund by increasing the expenditure budget by $10,000; said amount is available from seized funds pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney; Fund #2160-2260]

	Account Name	Account Number	Amount
From:	Fund Balance	2160-259700	$10,000
To:	Training & Education	2160-2260-001-456205	$10,000

Issue: New proceeds under Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure have been awarded and may be spent by the attorney representing the State after a budget for the expenditure of the proceeds has been submitted to the Governing Body.

Solution: Submit a budget to the Governing Body that clearly list and defines the categories of expenditures.

Result: The attorney representing the State can utilize the new proceeds for the official use of his Office. Click to View

6.

Civil Legal Division

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve a minor boundary modification for expansion of the City of Laredo’s Foreign Trade Zone (F.T.Z.) No. 94, with the Foreign Trade Zone Board/U.S. Dept. of Commerce as requested by Carranza Properties, LLC., (Owner/Landlord/Lessor), & Crane Worldwide Logistics, LLC., (Lessee/Tenant) and the City of Laredo by adding Lot Numbers 4, 5, 6, & 7, Block 4, San Isidro Ranch East Point Center Subdivision, Unit 2, Laredo, Webb County, Texas and commonly known as 835 Hallmark Dr., Laredo, Webb County, Texas 78045, to F.T.Z. No. 94, for approval by Webb County and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents. [Requested by Carranza Properties, LLC.,/Crane Worldwide Logistics, LLC./City of Laredo] Click to View

b.

Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment to the Inter-Governmental Service Agreement (IGSA)70DCR18DIG00010 in which ICE has adjusted the funds paid to CoreCivic (the owner of the Laredo Processing Center, in Laredo, TX) by entering into a de-obligation agreement for excess funds in the total net amount of -$4,682.06; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. This will have no impact on the County's General Fund. [Requested by the Webb County Sheriffs' Office, LPC Account #1001-209250-185] Click to View

7.

Economic Development

a.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application completed and submitted by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office to the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) for a FY 2021 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) grant for reimbursement of costs already incurred for the incarceration of undocumented criminal aliens at the Webb County jail; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any cash match; and, in fact, is a reimbursement of costs already incurred. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]

Issue: Although immigration matters, including illegal immigration, are constitutionally established as existing under the legal jurisdiction and regulation of the federal government, state prisons and local detention facilities, such as the Webb County jail, incurs significant costs incarcerating undocumented foreign aliens who commit crimes in the United States. This includes but is not limited to supervision, housing, feeding, clothing, any medical and transportation expenses, and other associated detention costs.

Solution: Grant application to obtain reimbursement of a small percentage of the incurred correctional officer salary costs associated with detaining undocumented criminal aliens who had at least one felony or two misdemeanor convictions for violations of state or local law and who were incarcerated at the Webb County jail for at least four (4) consecutive days during the reporting period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

Result: Webb County will be reimbursed by the federal government a limited percentage of the amount Click to View

b.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application for and acceptance of the grant award of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) as prepared and submitted by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office to the Office of the Governor Homeland Security Grants Division in the amount of $2,714,250 for overtime, associated fringe benefits, equipment, supplies, fuel, helicopter maintenance/fuel, vehicle/tire maintenance, data services, Management & Administration (M&A), and maintenance of OPSG-acquired assets for Webb County local law enforcement agencies, including the Sheriff's Office, the Offices of the Constable, Pct. 1-4, and the Webb County Attorney's Office Investigators; and any other matters incident thereto. There is no cash match; and, thus, no cost to Webb County. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]

Issue: Complex and dynamic law enforcement challenges exist in the Southwest border area of the United States, including Laredo/Webb County. For example, transnational criminals seek to exploit existing law enforcement jurisdictional boundaries by conducting their illegal enterprises across traditional jurisdictional divisions. The 2014 Texas Gang Threat Assessment expounds, “Gang activity remains widespread throughout all regions of Texas…Gang activity is also prevalent in the Texas counties adjacent to Mexico and along the key smuggling corridors, since Texas-based gangs are used for cross-border smuggling and trafficking in the state. Many transnational gangs operating in Texas….engage in criminal activity in Mexico as well as in Texas and elsewhere” (Texas Department of Public Safety April 2014).

Solution: Grant application: (1) to ensure first responders are equipped with enhanced tools/equipment/resources needed to confront well-funded criminal organizations and (2) for the coordination of law enforcement efforts between various local and federal law enforcement agencies.

Result: Enhanced capabilities of local law enforcement responders; further coordination of response across local and federal jurisdictions. Click to View

c.

Discussion and possible action to develop and submit a Medina Electric Community Empowerment Program (CEP) grant for 2022 for up to $2,000.00, and authorizing the County Judge to act as the Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's request for funding. The purpose of the application is to purchase face pieces for department’s back-up self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for use by fire personnel. This application will require a cash match up to $500.00. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Fire Suppression & EMS Services; Account #1001-3140-001-460105 (Minor Tools & Apparatus]

Issue: As the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department expands to insure the safety of Webb County residents, so does the demand for a well-equipped department.

Solution: The acquisition of grant funds will aid with the purchase of face pieces for SCBA used by fire personnel.

Result: A well-equipped department ready to assist at any incident. Click to View

d.

Discussion and possible action to proclaim April 2022 as the 54th Anniversary of Fair Housing Month, April 11-15, 2022 as Fair Housing Week and designating the Webb County Community Action Agency to monitor Fair Housing in Webb County.

Issue: In order to continue to apply for grants, it is a federal requirement that Webb County promotes Fair Housing within its jurisdiction.

Solution: Promotion of Fair Housing in Webb County and designating a week during the month of April will help inform citizens of Webb County of their legal rights in housing discrimination.

Result: The federal requirement for Fair Housing will be met by promoting Fair Housing within Webb County's jurisdiction, This will allow Webb County to continue to apply for grants. Click to View

8.

Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot:

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate	Pay Periods
978 / 1109	Substitute	$9.71	20

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9.

Public Health Services

a.

Discussion and possible action to amend the General Order for Department 5100 – Healthcare Plan 20 for stipends paid from RHP 20 Anchor Fund #2002 with no impact to the General Fund, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective April 1, 2022. [Account #2002-5100-001-431009]

Slot #	Title	Stipend

1240	Indigent Health Services Coordinator	$5,000
2973	Supervisor/Coordinator	$5,000

Issue: The interdepartmental transfer of employee into new slot #2973 caused an existing stipend to stop when the transfer took place. The employee was given a stipend for additional duties assigned related to the 1115 Waiver funded through RHP 20 Anchor Fund.

Solution: Approval from Commissioners Court will allow the employee to continue receiving the stipend in the current slot.

Result: Employee will continue to be compensated for additional duties related to the 1115 Waiver. Click to View

10.

Purchasing

a.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to process surplus and/or salvage property in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152 (Disposition) and to publish notice to public as per Local Government Code Section 263.153 (Notice) for surplus and/or salvage property being auctioned.

Issue: Excess county property that is either by definition salvage or surplus property because of time, accident, or any other cause such as, wear and deterioration, damaged, or obsolete that has no value and/or usefulness for the intended purpose and is no longer needed by the department.

Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to attempt to sell the County surplus or salvage property through public auction, dispose or destroy property that cannot be sold through public auction because it has deemed worthless or dispose through a recycling program under which property is collected, separated, or processed and returned to use in the form of raw materials of new products and/or donate as permitted by state law.

Result: Generate auction revenue from sale of county property, reduce county expenditures by transferring surplus property to other departments and make room for future assets replacing salvage or surplus items no longer needed. Click to View

11.

Risk Management

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve the Annual Bond Renewal for County Auditor in the amount of Five Thousand Dollars ($5,000.00) commencing March 30, 2022 through March 30, 2023 according to the Texas Local Government Code 262.011 (a) (c). [Account #1001-1180-001-452001-010 (Bonds & Insurance)]

Issue: Renew yearly bond.

Solution: Obtain the bonding document.

Result: Webb County will be in compliance with State statue. Click to View

12.

Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (Line Item Transfer) within County Clerk Archive Funds:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	2003-2310-001-412000	Part-Time	$35,235	$4,000	$33,240	$29,240
To:	2003-2310-001-410000	Payroll Cost	$38,544	$4,000	$22,757.18	$26,757.18

Issue: Shortage of funds for payroll for the remainder of the fiscal year based on current forecasts.

Solution: To seek authorization to transfer funds into payroll cost account to cover employee salary.

Result: To ensure adequate funding for the remainder of the current fiscal year’s payroll. Click to View

13.

Honorable Patricia Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve the modification of the job descriptions and title change of the following Slots. Salary and pay grade will remain the same, subject to any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective March 28, 2022:

	Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate/Salary

From:	120	Motor Vehicle Investigation Supervisor	$23.65 - $49,192.00 19/I
To:	120	Motor Vehicle Compliance Analyst	$23.65 - $49,192.00 19/I

From:	136	Motor Vehicle Investigator	$14.43 - $30,014.40 10/E
To:	136	Motor Vehicle Inventory Specialist	$14.43 - $30,014.40 10/E

Issue: The title does not conform to the duties listed under that title.

Solution: Revised title and job duties in order for the title to conform to the actual job duties.

Result: The modifications will allow our department to continue to provide the customer service on motor vehicle in connection with motor vehicle complaint. Click to View

REGULAR AGENDA

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

14.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within Grant funds:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	2872-2040-001-458000	Administrative Travel	$3,060	$3,060.00	$3,060.00	$0
	2872-2040-001-458010	Local Mileage	$1,635	$1,635.00	$1,635.00	$0
	2872-2040-001-458090	Travel	$7,572	$7,572.00	$7,572.00	$0
	2872-2040-001-432001-085	Professional Services	$5,000	$307.00	$5,000.00	$4,693.00
	2872-2040-001-462605	Fuel & Lubricants	$3,500	$2,636.00	$3,500.00	$864.00
	2872-2040-001-460000	Office Supplies	$2,000	$500.00	$1,340.00	$840.00
	2872-2040-001-422000	FICA County Share	$15,300	$680.00	$5,163.96	$4,483.96
	2872-2040-001-425000	Unemployment	$1,320	$80.00	$438.57	$358.57
				$16,470
To:	2872-2040-001-421000	Health Insurance	$9,152	$590.00	$2,362.00	$2,952.00
	2872-2040-001-423000	Retirement County Share	$9,883	$15,879.50	($7,849.03)	$8,030.47
	2872-2040-001-426000	Workers Compensation	$100	$0.50	$30.37	$30.87
				$16,470

Issue: The funds currently available in this account will not cover costs needed for the program's operation through the end of the budget year.

Solution: Approve the line item transfers.

Result: The account will have sufficient funds which will allow continuation of services without interruption. Click to View

Honorable Oscar Liendo, Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 Pl. 2

15.

Discussion and possible and action to authorize the purchase of a OptiPlex 7090 Ultra Computer Bundle – 27” Monitor from Dell (DIR-TSO-3763) in an amount not to exceed $9,459.71 and Microsoft Software from SHI Government Solutions (DIR-TSO-4092) in an amount not to exceed $3,000.00 for the Office of Justice of the Peace Pct.1, Pl.2 - Judge Oscar Liendo, pursuant to Article 102.0173, Texas Criminal Traffic Judicial Code of Criminal Procedure and in accordance with Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program. [Requested by Oscar Liendo, Justice of the Peace Pct.1, Pl. 2; Account #2009-2150-001-460105 (Court Technology Fund - Minor Tools and Apparatus)

Issue: The Webb County Purchasing Policy and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure requires Commissioners Court to authorize the use of funds from the Technology Fund. Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Pl. 2 Office is requesting funding to purchase the allowable items permitted by law such as computer and related technological enhancements for operational use.

Solution: Authorize the purchase of allowable technology items in an amount not to exceed the projected budget listed in the subject area utilizing cooperative vendors.

Result: Proceed with approved items and initiate the request to purchase the requested item for Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, Pl. 2 Office. Click to View

Economic Development

16.

Discussion and possible action to approve the closeout and release of 10% retainage in the amount of $64,455.86 to Alsay, Inc for the construction of two water wells for the Texas Department of Agriculture Mirando Water Well Project No. 7219095 Phase 2 and authorizing immediate release of checks upon approval, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents thereto; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by James Flores, Economic Development Director; Accounts #3523-20600 and #1001-206000]

Issue: Water wells have been constructed.

Solution: Commissioners Court approves the release of retainage to Alsay, Inc.

Result: Alsay will be paid for services rendered. Click to View

17.

Discussion and possible action to approve the closeout and release of 10% retainage in the amount of $33,987.28 to RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors for the construction of the transmission main for the Texas Department of Agriculture Mirando Water Well Project No. 7219095 Phase 1 and authorizing immediate release of checks upon approval, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents thereto; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by James Flores, Economic Development Director; Accounts #3523-20600 and #1001-206000]

Issue: Water wells have been constructed.

Solution: Commissioner's Court approves the release of retainage to RG Enterprises.

Result: RG Enterprises will be paid for services rendered. Click to View

18.

Discussion and possible action to enter into agreement with ten (10) Webb County ARPA Sub-Awardees, as awarded on February 14, 2022 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

NGO Applicants	Funding Amount
Casa Misericordia	$186,000
Laredo Housing Development Corporation	$200,000
Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center	$200,000
Habitat for Humanity	$200,000
Texas A&M University Colonia	$200,000
Mercy Ministries of Laredo	$161,708
Imaginarium of South Texas	$90,000
Kidney Foundation of Laredo	$10,000
Sacred Heart Children’s Home	$200,000
Laredo Regional Food Bank	$200,000

Issue: Commissioners Court needs to approve action to enter into agreement with Sub-Awardees.

Solution: Commissioner's Court enters into agreement with Sub-Awardees.

Result: Sub-Awardees may begin to implement their grant funded projects. Click to View

19.

Discussion and possible action to approve projects to be funded by the American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds as presented, ranked by the Webb County ARPA Review Committee, or modified by the Court; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: Projects need to be approved by Commissioners Court.

Solution: Obtain Commissioners Court approval for projects, allowing implementation to begin.

Result: Webb County may begin implementing approved projects. Click to View

Elections

20.

Discussion and possible action to allow an exemption and approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	1001-1110-001-464010	Dues & Memberships	$2,000	$300	$1,258.00	$958.00
To:	1001-1110-001-443000-75	Repairs & Maint. Vehicles	$750	$300	$45.96	$345.96

Issue: Not enough funds to cover for the GAP expense. This will cover a balance of $128.91 expenditure submitted by GAP Gonzalez Auto Parts (invoice#011165) from March 13th, and have funds available for any future expenses for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Solution: The line item will cover for the present expenditure and future others.

Result: Enough funding for future expenditures. Click to View

21.

Discussion and possible action for the Order of The Constitutional Amendment Special Election and to authorize and establish the Main and Temporary Branch Early Voting Polling Sites for the May 7, 2022 Constitutional Amendment Elections within Webb County, Texas pursuant to Chapter 85, Texas Election Code. Click to View

Purchasing

22.

Discussion and possible action to award Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 2022-007 “All-Terrain Vehicles for Webb County Constable Pct. 1” to the lowest and responsible bidder Ron Hoover Co. of Laredo, LLC., in an amount not to exceed $61,178.50 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Sub-Chapter C. (Competitive Bidding in General, Section 262.021 (County Purchasing Act) and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2180-3150-001-470000 (Constable Pct. 1 Federal Forfeiture)]

Issue: Invitation to Bid closed 3/15/2021 at 10am. One (1) bid was submitted by deadline.

Solution: Award to Ron Hoover Co. of Laredo, LLC the lowest and responsible bidder.

Result: Proceed with purchase contingent upon court approval and budgetary designation for fuel, maintenance and insurance expenses. Click to View

23.

Discussion and possible action to award Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. 2022-001 “Webb County Jail Kitchen Cooler and Freezer Upgrades" to the lowest and responsible bidder Temprite Mechanical Inc., in an amount not to exceed $149,138.50 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Sub Chapter C. (Competitive Bidding in General), Section 262.021 (County Purchasing Act) and to further authorize the transfer of $102,366.00 from the General Operation Reserve Account – 1001-1130-001-431007-010 to the Sheriff’s Jail Capital Outlay Account – 1001-4070-001-470000 and any other matters incident thereto [1001-4070-001-470000 (Jail Capital Outlay), 1001-1130-001-431007-025 (Operational Reserve Contingency)].

Issue: Invitation to Bid closed March 3/17/2021 at 10 p.m. 2 bids were submitted by deadline.

Solution: Award to Temprite Mechanical Inc., the lowest and responsible bidder and transfer funds from reserve and code remaining balance to the operational contingency account.

Result: Proceed with Notice of Award and execution of contract between Webb County and Temprite Mechanical Inc. Click to View

24.

Discussion and possible action to award Request for Proposal 2022-002 "Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Place 2 & Casa Ortiz HVAC Upgrades” to sole proposer Temprite Mechanical Inc., in an amount not to exceed $196,620.00 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code 262.030 and to further authorize the transfer of $164,570.00 from the 2016 Bond Interest Income Account to the 2016 Bond Series - Construction in Progress Chiller Plant Account and any other matters incident thereto [Account #3865-7420-001-474501-045 (Construction in Progress Chiller Plant) $32,050.00 and Series 2016 interest income of $164,570.00 = $196,620.00]

Issue: One (1) proposal was submitted in response to formal Solicitation.

Solution: Consider awarding RFP to sole proposal.

Result: If approved by Commissioner Court, proceed with Award notice and execution of contract. Click to View

25.

Discussion and possible action to authorize services between ClearGov (Buy-Board Contract No. 607-20) and Webb County for annual subscription services in an amount not to exceed $34,500.00 annually with a one-time setup fee of $7,200.00 to generate online digital budget books and not limited to related financial data collection such as capital budgeting, personnel budgeting and operational budgeting in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs and any other matters incident thereto [Fund #2703 American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 / Sub-category: Loss Revenue Replacement]

Issue: The Budget Officer is recommending the subscription services in order to prepare annual digital budget books online to streamline the process, by utilizing professional software for collection of budget data from our financial system, automation of budget reports, and to produce a more effective and efficient public record to view.

Solution: Authorize the annual subscription services under a cooperative contract, in addition the purchase of services also qualifies under the CFR 200.320 Methods of Procurement for non-competitive procurement for micro-purchases and single source due to copyrights, patents and other proprietary reasons.

Result: Proceed with order of subscription services as authorized by Commissioners Court. Click to View

26.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the frequency licensing services from RZ Communication for the five (5) tower sites, 6-channel P25 simulcast trunking system to gain permanent authorization by obtaining FCC Licenses for each tower site plus a UPS racking system for 911 Dispatch and to further approve by order a discretionary exemption in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Section 262.024 (a.)(4) professional services in an amount not to exceed $34,600.00 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-432001 – Professional Services]

Issue: Under the current System Purchase Agreement between Webb County and Motorola, these frequency licensing services are the responsibility of Webb County.

Solution: Proceed with recommended vendor to initiate administration of securing the FCC licensing for each site. For a total of 60 licenses that need to be obtained from the FCC. Pursuant to Systems Purchase Agreement approved by Commissioners Court on October 26, 2020.

Result: Professional services will be authorized contingent upon Commissioners Court approval. Click to View

Rio Bravo Community Center

27.

Discussion and possible action to allow an exemption and approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	1001-1130-001-431007-010	Operational Reserve		$1,300
To:	1001-6210-001-461000	Materials & Supplies	$2,300	$1,300	$1,015.86	$2,315.86

Issue: A purchase for fitness equipment at the RIo Bravo Fitness Center is needed and there are insufficient funds in materials & supplies.

Solution: Approve and process a budget amendment.

Result: Funds available for purchase of fitness equipment. Click to View

Commissioners Court Administrator

28.

Status report, discussion and possible action on the Webb County Fairgrounds project, including but not limited to the general site plan dated 2-13-2022, by Gilpin Engineering Company, Owners Representative, and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View

29.

Discussion and possible action to enter into an Engineering Services contract with Top Site Civil Group for civil engineering for the Webb County Fairground Project in an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($289,200.00) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #3901-7230-001-474501-004 (Construction In Progress)] Click to View

Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

30.

Discussion and possible action to approve a resolution to recognize the month of April 2022 as World Autism Awareness Month and to commemorate World Autism Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas by lighting up the Webb County Courthouse in blue for the month of April 2022, and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View

31.

Discussion and possible action to approve the Clean-up Campaign for the communities in the Precinct 2 areas and to authorize the utilization of Road & Bridge Department funds, manpower and equipment and any other matters incident thereto.

Date	Location
Tuesday, May 3, 2022	Pueblo Nuevo
Wednesday, May 4, 2022	Laredo Ranchettes, San Carlos I & II, Ranchitos 359 East
Thursday, May 5, 2022	Old Milwaukee, D-Acres, Tanquecitos I & II, Los Altos
Monday, May 9, 2022	Bruni
Tuesday, May 10, 2022	Oliton
Wednesday, May 11, 2022	Las Lomas, Centenarios, Las Pilas
Thursday, May 12, 2022	Las Lomas, Centenarios, Las Pilas

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32.

Discussion from county Fire Department regarding the increased need for Emergency Medical Services (EMS), including permanent ambulance service and certified personnel and equipment for the Quad City Fire Station; with possible action to authorize the Economic Development Department to apply for potential grant or American Rescue funding for these Emergency Medical Services; and any other matters incident thereto. This request is made in an effort to improve response time and to protect the public health, safety and welfare of these rural communities. [Co-Sponsored by Commissioner John Galo, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 3] Click to View

Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

33.

Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of April, 2022 as Child Abuse & Neglect Awareness Prevention Month. Click to View

34.

Discussion and possible action to adopt a Resolution to appoint two Commissioners Court representatives to the South Texas Development Council for the period covering October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022 and approve payment to South Texas Development Council for membership dues in the amount of $2,172.00 for the period covering October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1020-001-464010 (Dues & Membership)] Click to View

35.

Discussion and possible action to formally accept the letter of resignation of the Honorable Rodolfo Rodriguez, Jr. , Constable Precinct 1, effective March 28, 2022 and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View

36.

Discussion and possible action on the Webb County Constable Precinct 1 vacancy (as provided under Texas Local Government Code section 87.041) and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to §551.074 (Personnel Matters) Texas Government Code] Click to View

37.

Discussion and possible action to order a public hearing on the petition to create a Legacy Water Control and Improvement District (being approximately 11,306.376 acres, located generally east and west of IH-35 near the intersection with Texas 255) to be held on April 25, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. at the Webb County Courthouse, 1000 Houston Street, 78040. Click to View

Closed Session/Executive Session

38.

Discussion and possible action to ratify the retainer agreement with the law firm of Allison, Bass, and Magee, LLC, as legal counsel to represent Webb County in Cause Number No. 5:21-cv-148a, Irma Silva v. Webb County, Texas; and authorizing the County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending or contemplated litigation)] [Requested by the Webb County Civil Legal Division, Account #1001-1130-001-432001 (Professional Services)] Click to View

39.

Discussion and possible action to retain the services of Allison, Bass & Magee, L.L.P. for legal representation in Donye Hines vs. Sgt. Ramos and CO Maldonado and Administration Staff and Grievance Officer, Cause No. 5:22-CV-00001 and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending or contemplated litigation)] [Account #1001-1130-001-432001 (Professional Services)] Click to View

Presentations

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Presentation by Cynthia Garduño, Executive Director of Laredo Life Pregnancy Center to provide information regarding services available to community and inform the Court of upcoming events and extend an invitation to their FESTIVAL 4 LIFE 4K Run/Walk and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2] Click to View

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Communications

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Adjourn

The Webb County Commissioners Court hereby reserves the right to go into closed session at any time during this public meeting, if such is requested by the County Attorney or other legal counsel for the County, pursuant to his or her duty under Section 551.071(2) of the Government Code, to consult privately with his or her client on an item on the agenda, or on a matter arising out of such item.

DISABILITY ACCESS STATEMENT

Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aid of service such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or need large print are requested to contact the court administrator at (956) 523-4622.

DATED THIS 25th DAY OF MARCH, 2022

By: ______________________________

Rosemary T. Santos for Melinda Mata
Court Administrator

CERTIFICATION OF NOTICE AND POSTING

I, the undersigned, County Clerk, do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting of the Webb County Commissioners Court, is a true and correct copy of said notice, and that I posted a true and correct copy of said notice on the bulletin board at the Courthouse door of Webb County, Texas, at a place readily accessible to the general public at all times on the 25th day of March, 2022 and said notice remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.

DATED THIS 25th DAY OF MARCH, 2022

MARGIE RAMIREZ IBARRA, COUNTY CLERK, WEBB COUNTY, TEXAS

BY: ______________________________________________

Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, County Clerk