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, Human Resources, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector); 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, a budget amendment from funds available by increasing the expenditure budget in the amount of $47,000.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.0706 (Special Budget for Grant or Aid Money); and any other matters incident thereto. No financial impact to the general fund. [Requested by Harold DeVally, Constable Pct. 4; Fund #2202]

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Amount
From:	2202-259700	Fund Balance	$47,000

To:	2202-3170-001-457006	Law Enforcement-Other	$15,000
	2202-3170-001-455501	Drug Free Campaign	$10,000
	2202-3170-001-456205	Training & Education	$5,000
	2202-3170-001-460105	Minor Tools & Apparatus	$12,000
	2202-3170-001-461000	Materials & Supplies	$5,000
			$47,000

Issue: Proceeds from equitable shared funds from the U.S. Department of Justice may be spent after a budget for the expenditure of the proceeds has been submitted to the governing body.

Solution: Submit a breakdown of monies distributed to the governing body that clearly list and defines the categories of expenditures.

Result: These funds will be available for official use to meet the needs of the office. Click to View

b.

Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within Grant Funds; and any other matters incident thereto.[Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff; Grant Fund #2605]

Acct. Number

Acct. Name

Adopted

Request

Current

End Bal.

Minor Tools & Apparatus

Issue: A no-cost budget adjustment was requested to and granted by the funding agency.

Solution: Request the court approve a line item transfer.

Result: The Webb County Sheriff's Office will be able to acquire needed equipment for its Crime Victims Unit. Click to View

c.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget increase (line item transfers) within Grant Funds; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff; Grant Fund #2906]

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	2906-3010-330300	Grant Revenue	$136,360	$14,286	$136,360	$150,646

To:	2906-3010-001-413000	Overtime	-0-	$10,989	($415.97)	$10,573.03
	2906-3010-001-422000	FICA	$8,461.00	$1,068	$8,128.98	$9,196.98
	2906-3010-001-423000	Retirement	$13,339.00	$1,718	$12,791.71	$14,509.71
	2906-3010-001-425000	Unemployment	$1,130.00	$92	$1,100.63	$1,192.63
	2906-3010-001-426000	Worker's Comp.	$3,584.00	$419	$3,450.51	$3,869.51
				$14,286

Issue: The HIDTA Task Force Grant has provided supplemental funds for overtime (OT) operations by the two (2) grant-funded HIDTA Officers at the Webb County Sheriff's Office.

Solution: Submit a budget increase request to utilize this new grant revenue.

Result: The investigators can conduct overtime (OT) operations with the task force for the increased security of the local community. Click to View

d.

Discussion and possible action to approve a budget amendment by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $75,600.00 for new revenues to be received for the new AETNA vision program in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year). [Requested for Risk Management; Fund #6100 (Employee’s Health Benefit)]

Account Name	G/L Account Number	Amount
Revenue: Premiums Employee	6100-1090-345020	$75,600.00
Expenditure: Plan Premiums Vision AETNA	6100-1090-001-452015-005	$75,600.00

Issue: Increase budget for new revenue and budget expenditures to cover future claims.

Solution: Appropriate new revenues and expenditures to be used for the purpose of program expenditures.

Result: Finalize special budget using proceeds for the purpose stated on this agenda item. Click to View

e.

Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following ministerial budget amendment (line item transfer) within OPSG grant funds. [Requested by Marco Montemayor, County Attorney]

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	2467-2270-001-462608	Fuel & Lubricants	$1,000	$1,000	$1,000	$0.00
To:	2467-2270-001-443000-075	Repairs & Maintenance Vehicles	$0.00	$1,000	$0.00	$1,000

Issue: Line item transfer will reclassify funds due to a relocation of monies approved from the Fuel & Lubricants account to Repairs & Maintenance Vehicles.

Solution: Department will be able to purchase tires for unit.

Result: Department will purchase new tires for unit. Click to View

6.

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

a.

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

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	1001-1130-001-461007-010	Operational Reserve	$5,000
To:	1001-2040-001-443000-075	Repairs & Main't- Vehicles	$5,000	$301.39	$5,301.39

Issue: District Court has a vehicle in need of new tires but did not anticipate this unexpected expense.

Solution: Transferring money will allow department to complete requisition.

Result: Vehicle will be in use. Click to View

7.

Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

a.

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

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	1001-1130-001-461007-010	Operational Reserve	$15,000
To:	1001-3150-001-443000-075	Repairs & Maint. Vehicles	$15,000	$2,319.20	$17,319.20

Issue: Most of the department's fleet require new tires and other miscellaneous expenses such as inspection stickers, front windshields, brakes, batteries, etc.

Solution: Transferring money will allow department to continue operations.

Result: Vehicles will be operational. Click to View

8.

Casa Blanca Golf Course

a.

Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the Golf Course funds:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	7100-6130-001-458000	Administrative Travel	$79600	$700	$3900	$3200
To:	7100-6130-001-441001	Utilities Telephone	$1000	$700	$75.10	$775.10

Issue: There was not enough monies to cover the telephone bills through the end of budget cycle.

Solution: Transfers as requested.

Result: There will be sufficient monies to cover all expenses through end of budget cycle. Click to View

9.

Civil Legal Division

a.

Discussion and possible action to enter into Amendment #2 to the County Transportation Infrastructure Agreement Fund Grant for 2014 allowing the County to add additional projects to the program and requiring all invoices for reimbursement to be submitted on or before May 14, 2021 and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all agreements and relevant documents. Click to View

10.

Community Action Agency

a.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the release of the following 10% retainer payment to Habitat for Humanity of Laredo, Inc., in the amount of $7,500, contingent upon passing the final inspection and completion of the required 30 day waiting period. Project location is 122 Milagro, Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision. This action will not impact the County's General Fund. [Account #2530-206000]

Issue: Ten percent (10%) of the new construction project amount is held in retainage from the contractor for 30 days from the completion date of each project to ensure that any deficiencies which may arise are addressed by the contractor. Contract amount is $75,000 and 10% retainer is $7,500.

Solution: Commissioners Court authorizes the release of the retainer funds to the contractor.

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

b.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the release of the 10% retainer payment to Romo Contractors, in the amount of $5,392, contingent upon passing the final inspection and completion of the required 30 day waiting period for project located at 7379 Adelita Rd., San Carlos I. This action will not impact the County's General Fund. [Account #2530-206000]

Issue: Ten percent of the housing rehabilitation project is held in retainer for 30 days from the completion date of each project to ensure that any deficiencies which may arise are addressed by the contractor. Contract amount is $53,920.00 and 10% retainer amount is 5,392.00.

Solution: Commissioners Court authorizes the release of the retainer funds to the contractor.

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

c.

Discussion and possible action to approve Holding Institute as Representative Organization for Category "C" for Webb County Community Action Agency Advisory Board; and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: State mandates the filling of vacancies when applicable term ends as per Administrative Code Chapter 5 Rule 5.215.

Solution: Vacancies will be filled.

Result: The Agency will comply with TDHCA- Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 5 Rule 5.215. Click to View

11.

Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

a.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the transfer of a 2015 Chevy Tahoe (VIN: 1GNLC2EC3FR610859) Unit No. 0982 from the District Attorney’s Office to the Webb County Community Supervision and Corrections Department in accordance with the Webb County Purchasing Policy, Section 4.1 Inventory Policy and Procedures (e.) transfer, and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: The Webb County Community Supervision and Corrections Department is in need of a reliable vehicle for its Absconders unit. The vehicle will be used to apprehend offenders with outstanding arrest warrants and to locate offenders that do not report to their supervision officers as scheduled.

Solution: Approve the transfer of the 2015 Chevy Tahoe.

Result: The Webb County Community Supervision and Corrections Department will get additional law enforcement resources to continue its efforts in apprehending offenders with outstanding arrest warrants and to locate offenders that do not report to the supervision officers as scheduled. Click to View

12.

Economic Development

a.

Discussion and possible action to apply for the FY 2021 - 2022 CARES Act Grant Round 2 for Webb County Community Action Agency from The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in the amount of SIX HUNDRED THIRTY TWO THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT DOLLARS ($632,328.00). This grant does NOT require a County Match. All required documentation has been submitted for review to the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. No impact to the General Fund. [Requested by James Flores, CAA Executive Director]

Issue: TxDOT has allotted monies as part of the COVID19 Emergency Relief Response in order to cover operational expenses, capital expenses and resilience projects at 100% for Webb County CAA- El Aguila Rural Transportation with NO County Match.

Solution: This grant is calculated to cover expenses for CAA El Aguila from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2022.

Result: Continuation of transportation services throughout the rural areas of Webb County allowing for safe and reliable response to the transportation needs of rural Webb County during the on going COVID-19 pandemic. Click to View

b.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 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 an amount estimated at $2,249,244 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 local law enforcement agencies; 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 rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on January 25, 2021, Item #12 (i) under the District Attorney Isidro Chilo Alaniz; and further approve the submission of a grant application to the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division for a County Innovations Grant estimated at $250,000 over the term of the contract. The County Attorney's Office along with the District Attorney's Office will utilize this funding opportunity to prevent, investigate, and/or prosecute the commercial sexual exploitation of people in Texas. This formal request shall authorize the County Judge to act as the County's Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in this grant. There is no cash match requirement for this grant. All grant 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. Contract term: October 1, 2021, to September 30, 2022. [Requested by Marco Montemayor, County Attorney]

Issue: There is a need for resources to address the issue of sexual exploitation in our community. Persons who have suffered abuse in childhood or adolescence are susceptible to being sexually trafficked or exploited. There is a need to train those involved in the criminal justice system on how to identify potential and current victims and stop the cycle of exploitation. The Office of the Governor of Texas has provided available resources through a grant opportunity to enhance awareness, intervention and prevention of this serious issue.

Solution: Authorize the submission of the grant application as set forth above to ensure that the County Attorney's Office, District Attorney's Office, CPS Court and 406th District Court may create a diversion program for potential and current victims of sexual exploitation.

Result: The County Attorney's and District Attorney's Office will have the opportunity to receive additional resources to continue its work in identifying and fighting for victims of sexual exploitation. This will also result in a reduction of criminal activity related to sexual exploitation in our community. Click to View

13.

Engineering

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) for the Engineering Department's Right of Way:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	3095-25970	Interest Income Series 2006	$0	$1,183	$1,183	$0
To:	3100-7170-001-432001	Row Acquisition 2006-Professional Services	$2,000	$1,183	$0	$1,183

Issue: A title search is needed to determine and confirm property ownership for residents in the Colonias who will donate a roadway. Right of Way and Public Utility Easement.

Solution: Make funds available to hire a professional to do said work.

Result: A clean title which is required for any modifications and/or construction. Click to View

14.

Fire Suppression & EMS Services

a.

Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County Fire with the assistance of the Economic Development Department to develop and submit a U.S. Department of Homeland Security, FY 2020 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for up to $200,000.00, for new personal protective equipment to outfit 30 additional firefighting personnel, hoses for fire trucks, and a removable skid for a military vehicle; and authorizing the County Judge to act as the Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's request for Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program funding. This application requires a five percent (5%) cash match should the application be funded, amount shall not exceed the sum of TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000). 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. [Account #1001-3140-001-431009 (Stipends)]

Issue: Submission of Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Application to benefit the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department through the acquisition of personal protective equipment for firefighters, hoses for fire trucks, and a removable skid unit for a military vehicle.

Solution: The Economic Development Department will develop and submit the application on behalf of the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department.

Result: Well- equipped firefighters to respond safely to emergency incidents, and meet required standards. Click to View

15.

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

a.

Discussion and possible action to enter into a Six (6) month Professional Services Agreement (February 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021) between Webb County on behalf of Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start Program ("Head Start") and PILLAR to provide Trauma-Based Treatment training and services for Head Start employees, parents and/or clients at an hourly rate of Four Hundred Dollars ($400.00) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2357-5190-531-457008-045 (Contracts)] Click to View

b.

Discussion and possible action to enter into a Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between MHP Salud and Webb County on behalf of the Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start Program. This MOU provides a common understanding of the collaboration and relationship between the local Head Start/Early Head Start Program and the MHP Salud. It establishes clear expectations and a reliable way of relating to one another for mutual cooperation. The term of the MOU shall be for is for 9 months, commencing on December 1, 2020 and ending on August 31, 2021 and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. Click to View

16.

Indigent Healthcare Services

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer):

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	2001-5040-361100	Interest Revenue		$50,000	$126,370.02	$76,370.02
To:	2001-5040-001-470000	Capital Outlay	$0.00	$50,000	$0.00	$50,000

Issue: The Bruni Public Health Facility has been completed but is pending to be furnished and equipped so that services can begin to be provided by community partners.

Solution: Chapter 288 of the Texas Health & Safety Code limits the use of the Local Provider Participation Funds but does authorize its use to subsidize indigent programs. The purpose of this facility is to increase access to medical care in a medically underserved community.

Result: Items needed to fully furnish this facility can be purchased so that it can be available to community partners to provide services to area residents. Click to View

17.

Medical Examiner

a.

Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) in order to complete funding for the construction contract with Quantcorp Construction:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	3874-9080-001-485005	Interest Income Series 2019A	$0	$5,641	$26,495	$32,136
To	3871-3100-001-474501	Construction in Progress	$616,100	$5,641	$616,100	$621,741

Issue: The original contract was approved by Commissioners Court on November 23, 2020, but the funding source was short the above said amount.

Solution: Transferring funds from the interest income series will ensure adequate funding.

Result: The construction company's contract wil be finalized. Click to View

18.

Pre-Trial Services

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective February 8, 2021:

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate

2095	Administrative Clerk	$13.07-$13.73 - 9A/9E

Issue: Our office has a vacant position since an inter-department promotion took place effective 1/22/2021.

Solution: Filling this slot will have our department operating with a full staff

Result: Having a full staff to operate our department will have our office run a bit more efficiently and effectively. Click to View

19.

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 either is salvage or surplus property because of time, accident, or any other cause is so worn, damaged, or obsolete that it has no value or some usefulness for the intended purpose 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 revenue from public sale of 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

20.

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

a.

Discussion and possible action to extend the current Agreement between Webb County for the Webb County Sheriff's Office and IC Solutions for one year (August 1, 2020 - July 31, 2021) at the same rates in the original agreement and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #001-2060-3727 (Telephone Commissions)] Click to View

21.

Water Utilities

a.

Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the Water Utilities fund:

	Acct. Number	Acct. Name	Adopted	Request	Current	End Bal.
From:	7200-7050-001-443000-020	Repair & Maint. Building	$30,000	$4,000	$29,580	$25,580
To:	7200-7050-001-432001-085	Professional Services Lab Testing	$18,000	$4,000	$-455.00	$3,544

Issue: Additional funds are needed to cover water samples for the Las Presas Water Dispenser.

Solution: By Commissioners, approval account will have funds to cover cost.

Result: With funds available, the department will be able to continue with daily, monthly sample operation. Click to View

REGULAR AGENDA

Honorable Roberto "Bobby" Quintana, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 1

22.

Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of Slot #0201 (Court Supervisor) from Department #2160 (JP Pct. 2, Pl 1) to Department #2140 (JP Pct. 1, Pl 1), subject upon the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective February 12, 2021; and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View

Casa Blanca Golf Course

23.

Discussion and possible action to allow purchasing agent to enter into an agreement between Ez Go Division of Textron Inc.(Buy Board #611-20) and Webb County for a forty-eight (48) month term for the lease of 80 new golf carts not to exceed $137.00 per month per cart for eighty carts for the use at Casa Blanca Golf course and in accordance with Texas local government code Sub Chapter F Cooperate Purchase programs; Section 271.101 and 270.102.; and further authorize a line item transfer from Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve) for the difference to finish out the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year; and authorize the County Judge to sign and execute the lease agreement and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #7100-9050-001-483003-235 (Casa Blanca Golf Course Debt Service Payments - Administration - Capital Lease)]

Issue: The golf course is experiencing higher volume in rounds and in need for more golf carts. Currently, there are 48 carts on hand and of those only 42 are in operation dn 6 are on repair status. We have the need and opportunity to replace the entire fleet of golf carts with 80 new ones with new fleet.

Solution: Authorize the execution of a 48-month operating agreement under state cooperative contract which has met all cooperative bidding requirements of the State of Texas

Result: The golf course will have enough carts to facilitate the growth and demand of increased rounds of golf at Casa Blanca and to better serve our community with larger tournament quantities. Click to View

Tax Attorney

24.

Status report on delinquent tax collection by Webb County Tax Attorney Javier Montemayor, Jr. with discussion and possible action on the extension of delinquent tax contract or authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Request for Qualifications (RFQ’s); and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View

Building Maintenance

25.

Discussion and possible action to approve the release of the withheld partial retainage payment in the amount of $12,116.87 from the original invoice amount of $242,313.00 payable to Schindler Elevator Corporation Invoice #7401514588 and authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3868-7230-001-443000-255 Repairs & Maintenance Justice Center, Account #3868-206000-Retainage Payable]

Issue: Elevator improvement was completed as detailed under contract specifications.

Solution: Commissioners Court authorizes the release of retainer fee for the modernization of the Justice Center elevators.

Result: Schindler Elevator Corporation will be paid for services rendered. Click to View

Civil Legal Division

26.

Discussion and possible action to submit an amended List of Transportation Infrastructure Projects (Prioritized List) for the 2014 CTIF Grant and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign the List and any relevant documents for the following projects:

Espejo- Gates Rd	Competed
Mines Road (Eagle Pass Road)	End of Pavement 2 miles Replace Base Material
Wormser Road	From SL 20 to approx. 1.5 - 2 miles east - New Roadway Realignment
Martinena Road	From IH 35 frontage road 1. 2 miles - 2" Overlay
El Pico Road	From FM 1472 to 0.5 miles West - 2" Overlay
Espejo Molina Road	From U.S. 83 to 3.75 miles West of U.S. 83 - 2" Overlay
Mangana Hein Road	From U.S. 83 to 1.3 miles East of U.S. 83 (Cuatro Vientos) - 2" Overlay

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27.

Discussion and possible action to submit an amended List of Transportation Infrastructure Projects (Prioritized List) for the 2020 CTIF Grant and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign the List and any relevant documents, for the following projects:

Wormser	From SL 20 to approx. 1.5 - 2 miles east - Construction of New Roadway realignment
Galvan Road	From U.S. 83 to 2 miles West of U.S. 83 - Add gravel and re-grade
Vaquillas Road	From 649 East 2 miles - Add gravel and re-grade
Mangana Hein Road	From pavement end South 1 mile - New asphalt roadway section

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28.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent, upon completion of plans, specifications and estimates, to solicit bids for the following overlay projects and any matters incident thereto: [Funding 2014 CTIF]

Martinena Road	From IH 35 frontage road 1.2 miles
El Pico Road	From FM 1472 to 0.5 miles West
Espejo Molina Road	From U.S. 83 to 3.75 miles West of U.S. 83
Mangana Hein Road	From U.S. 83 to 1.3 miles East of U.S. 83 (Cuatro Vientos)

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29.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an engineer to prepare plans, specifications and estimates as well as construction phase services for the one mile extension of Mangana-Hein Road south from pavement end and any matters incident thereto. [Funding is from 2014 CTIF] Click to View

Purchasing

30.

Status report on Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 2021-001 Wind/Solar Energy Project – Webb County School Lands with discussion and possible action to schedule sole proposer Gransolar for public interview and presentation of company’s qualifications and prior work experience with wind and/or solar energy projects and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: Only one proposal was submitted for formal invitation to RFP named above.

Solution: Request direction from Commissioners Court on what action is being requested next for this formal solicitation. Consideration to interview sole proposer company at a future meeting, reject proposal and resolicit or any other action that is in the best interest for Webb County.

Result: Move forward with the direction / action of Commissioners Court as approved during the February 8, 2021 regular meeting. Click to View

Risk Management

31.

Discussion and possible action to approve a professional service agreement between Nuestra Salud Health Clinic (NSHC) and Webb County for general medical services for Webb County Employees and dependents enrolled in the employee health plan basic medical services at a fixed cost of One Hundred Dollars per hour not to exceed twenty hours per week and grant a discretionary exemption by order under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (Discretionary Exemptions) (A.) (4) Personal or Professional Services and to further authorize the Civil Legal Department to negotiate the legal terms and conditions of this agreement; and any other matters incident thereto. Subject to available funds under Health Account; these funds were provided to the County through the Wellness and Clinical Operational Support category and therefore, will have no impact on the General Fund. [Account #6100-1090-001-452-010 (Claims Paid Medical)]

Issue: To establish a pilot program delivering basic medical services to employees and their dependents with no co-pay nor claims filed on our insurance plan.

Solution: The entering of the agreement will establish the foundation for continued basic medical services to employees and their dependents with no out-of-pocket cost to the employee.

Result: The integration of medical services with a wellness program to promote employee engagement in maintaining good health. Click to View

Honorable John C. Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 3

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Discussion and possible action to authorize changes to the current rates for county water dispensers in an effort to equalize rates; and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez, Precinct 1] Click to View

Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

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Discussion and possible action to enter into a memorandum of understanding for a term of two (2) years with a one year option to renew at the discretion of Webb County between the Laredo International Fair and Exposition Inc. and Webb County for the use of offices located at the County fairgrounds beginning February 8, 2021 and ending February 7, 2023 and any other matters incident thereto; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. Click to View

Closed Session/Executive Session

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Status report by Ms. Melissa Morales Fletcher (retained outside legal counsel), with discussion and possible action regarding Cause No. 2018CVI001385 D4, styled Ricardo “Rick” Manuel Romo vs. Webb County, Texas and Marco Montemayor, Individually; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)] [Requested by Civil Legal Division] 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 ____ DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2021

By: ______________________________

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 ____ day of February, 2021 and said notice remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.

DATED THIS ____ DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2021

MARGIE RAMIREZ IBARRA, COUNTY CLERK, WEBB COUNTY, TEXAS

BY: ______________________________________________

Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, County Clerk