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Meeting Date:
03/11/2024
Retention of David Garcia, Attorney at Law, P.C. to negotiate oil and gas lease
Submitted for:
Fortunato Paredes
Submitted By:
Fortunato Paredes
Department:
Civil Legal Division
Subject:
Discussion and possible action to retain the legal services of David Garcia, Attorney at Law, P.C. to negotiate, on behalf of Webb County, a Non-Surface Use Oil and Gas Lease with Proven Energy, LLC. for a fee not to exceed One Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($1,200.00), and any matters incident thereto.
[Account #1001-1130-001-432001 (Professional Services-General Operating Account)]
Issue
: At its August 14, 2023, meeting, the commissioners court authorized the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the lease of a 3.5-acre tract for mineral development (oil and gas) as provided by State Law (Texas Natural Resource Code). At its February 26, 20214 meeting, the court award the bid to Proven Energy LLC; however, the lease terms and conditions still need to be negotiated.
Solution
: Retain the legal services of David Garcia Attorney at Law, P.C. to negotiate a “Non-Surface Use Oil and Gas Lease with Proven Energy, LLC on behalf of Webb County.
Result
: Mr. Garcia will be negotiating the best lease term and conditions regarding the Non-Surface Use Oil and Gas Lease on behalf of Webb County with Proven Energy LLC.
Background:
Webb County solicited bids for the mineral development of approximately 3.5 acre tract of county property located under IH 35 and approximately north of the junction of IH 35 and U.S. 83. The bid was awarded to Proven Energy LLC.
Previous Court Action:
None
Fiscal Impact
Budget Account Number:
1001-1130-001-432001
Funding Source:
Professional Service
Balance:
N/A
Financial Impact:
$1,200.00
Attachments
Retainer Agreement
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