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Official Minutes for Webb County
Commissioners Court Meeting

Monday, December 13, 2021 at 9:00 AM
 
Let it be remembered that a regular meeting of the Webb County Commissioners Court was held at 9:00 a.m. at the regular meeting place with the following members present to wit:
 
Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge
Jesse Gonzalez,     Commissioner, Pct. 1
Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina,   Commissioner, Pct. 2
John C. Galo, Commissioner, Pct. 3
Cindy Liendo, Commissioner, Pct. 4

Thus constituting a quorum, the Commissioners Court proceeded to act upon the Agenda as posted in the meeting notice of the 10th day of December 2021. Present also were Ms. Kassandra Cavazos, Co-Chief Deputy representing Mrs. Margie Ramirez Ibarra, Ex-officio Clerk of the Commissioners Court, various officers and others interested in the business of the Court. 
 
             
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.
  Treasurer's Accounting Manager, Mr. Sergio Ramirez gave a presentation of Bills and Disbursements that included the Recap of Checks/EFT's, Payments Released, and Payment Ratifications.
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to ratify and approve
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Treasurer's Accounting Manager, Mr. Sergio Ramirez presented the Liability Disbursements of County Payroll for the pay period of 11/05/2021 - 11/18/2021, pay period of 11/19/2021 - 12/02/2021, and Casa Blanca Golf Course Requirements. Mr. Ramirez also requested approval for two upcoming pay periods for 12/17/2021 and 12/31/2021. 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  County Auditor, Mr. Rafael Perez presented the Monthly Report for November 2021. 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo to accept the report 
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Business Office, Ms. Alexandra Zamora presented the Monthly Report for November 2021.
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo to accept the report 
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  HR Director, Mr. Ernesto Guajardo presented the Wage and Pay Scale Budget Amendments.
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to accept by order the Wage and Pay Scale Budget Amendments
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Risk Management, Dr. Pedro Alfaro presented a Consultative Analytic Impact Report provided by Aetna that covered the month of June 2020 - June 2021.
             
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.
  No one signed up for Public Comment.
             
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.   AI-12781    Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment to the District Attorney State forfeiture fund by increasing the expenditure budget by $18,428; 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 Number Account Name Amount
From: 2161-259700 Fund Balance $18,428
       
To: 2161-2260-001-413000 Overtime $4,000
  2161-2260-001-422000 FICA $315
  2161-2260-001-423000 Retirement $525
  2161-2260-001-425000 Unemployment Tax $35
  2161-2260-001-426000 Workers Compensation $125
  2161-2260-001-460105 Minor Tools & Apparatus $13,428
      $18,428

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.
  Attachments:
  Budget Amendment - Forfeiture Fund
 
             
b.   AI-12810    Discussion and possible action to amend, by Order, the 2022 Capital Project Fund budgets to the fiscal year-end 2021 available carry-over balances, and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: The proposed Capital Project budgets were based on estimates as of August 2021.  Capital Project budgets require the correct available balances for 2022.

Solution: Capital Project budget amendments to have the appropriate available funding.

Result: With these budget amendments, the Capital Project funds will have the correct available balances for October 1, 2021.
  Attachments:
  Capital Projects
 
             
c.   AI-12767    Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within Grants Funds. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff; Grant Fund #2738]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 2738-3010-001-456205 Training & Education $2,400.00 $2,400.00 $2,400.00 -0-
  2738-3010-001-458000 Administrative Travel $5,883.00 $5,883.00 $5,883.00 -0-
        $8,283.00    
To: 2738-3010-001-413000 Overtime $16,806.74 $6,448.95 $16,806.74 $23,255.69
  2738-3010-001-422000 FICA County Share $1,286.06 $493.00 $1,286.06 $1,779.06
  2738-3010-001-423000 Retirement County Share $2,067.16 $1,104.92 $2,067.16 $3,172.08
  2738-3010-001-425000 Unemployment Tax $111.01 $42.48 $111.01 $153.49
  2738-3010-001-426000 Worker Compensation $504.02 $193.65 $504.02 $697.67
        $8,283.00    

Issue: A no cost-budget adjustment was approved by the state grant agency.  

Solution: Request a line item transfer. 

Result: 100% of the grant funding will be available in the needed budget line item.
  Attachments:
  BA Form
 
             
d.   AI-12797    Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within HIDTA grant funds. [Requested by Sheriff Martin Cuellar]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Request
From: 2906-3010-330300 Grant Revenue  $2,600
       
To: 2906-3010-001-413000 Overtime  $2,000
  2906-3010-001-422000 Fica County Share  $188
  2906-3010-001-423000 Retirement County Share $281
  2906-3010-001-425000 Unemployment Tax $37
  2906-3010-001-426000 Workers Comp $94
      $2,600

Issue: Overtime accounts exceeded budget amounts. Budget increase was approved by HIDTA.

Solution: Seeking Authorization to move funds to mentioned accounts.

Result: Funds will be available.
  Attachments:
  Approval HIDTA
 
             
e.   AI-12827    Discussion and possible action to establish seven new funds as per Texas 87th Legislation Senate Bill 41 Consolidated State Civil Fees that are effective January 1, 2022.

Issue: SB41 requires to establish funds for Justice Court Support, Language Access, Clerk of the Court, Appellate Judicial System, Court Facility Fee, Judicial Education and Support, Public Probate Administrator.

Solution: Establish new funds to record revenue and expenditures as per SB41.

Result: Reporting compliance with State law SB41 for Consolidated State Civil Fees that are effective January 1, 2022.
             
f.   AI-12769    Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within bond series 2019A fund projects. [Requested by Auditor]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Request Current End Bal.
From: 3874-9080-001-485005 Interest income series 2019A $5,000 $24,245 $19,245
To: 3867-7230-001-474501-002 Construction in Progress: Former HEB bldg. $5,000 $0 $5,000

Issue: Budget line item transfer is needed to cover direct reimbursable expenses as per architectural services contract of former HEB building.

Solution: Transfer funds from interest income to proper budget for direct reimbursable expenses.

Result: There will be sufficient funds to pay invoices for direct reimbursable expenses.
             
g.   AI-12824    Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within grant funds (Community Services Block Grant Cares Act) to cover budget balances from 2021 Fiscal Year. This action will not have an impact to the County General Fund. [Requested by James Flores, Director-CAA and Economic Development Department]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Request Current End Bal.
From: 2368-5270-521-412000 Part-Time $35,178.19 $44,454.23 $9,276.04
  2368--5270-521-422000 Fica $6,503.00 $7,212.60 $709.60
  2368-5270-521-425000 Unemployment Tax $2,814.37 2,840.97 $26.60
  2368-5270-521-426000 Worker Compensation $585.84 $590.48 $4.64
  2368-5270-521-456005 Postage & Courier Service $6,100.00 $6,100.00 $0
  2368-5270-521-457008 Contractual $876.00 $876.00 $0
  2368-5270-521-458060 In Town Mileage $1,450.00 $1,450.00 $0
  2368-5270-521-460028 Janitorial Supplies $2,116.85 $2,116.85 $0
      $55,624.25    
To: 2368-5270-521-457008-010 Contractual Skills Training $54,395.00 $184,050.64 $238,445.64
  2368-5270-521-460000 Office Supplies $1,229.25 $11,638.91 $12,868.16
      $55,624.25    

Issue: Funds available in account will not cover cost needed to continue operation of service through the end of the budget year.

Solution: Approve the line item transfer.

Result: There will be sufficient funds in both mentioned line items, which will be allowed to continuation of service.
             
h.   AI-12828    Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers within grant funds (Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program) to cover budge balances from 2021-Fiscal Year. This action will not have an impact to the County General Fund. [Requested by James Flores, CAA and Economic Development Director]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 2362-5150-521-421000 Health Life Insurance (Admin) $12,857 $72.00 $2,919.39 $2,847.39
  2362-5150-521-423000 Retirement County Share(Admin) $10,626 $670.74 $2,303.31 $1,632.57
  2362-5150-521-425000 Unemployment Tax (Admin) $523 $40.26 $373.90 $333.64
  2362-5150-521-426000 Worker Compensation (Admin) $274 $23.45 $58.77 $35.32
  2362-5360-521-421000 Health Life Insurance (Direct Service) $25,586 $506.11 $2,142.08 $1,635.97
  2362-5360-521-422000 Fica County Share (Direct Service) $9,717 $160.76 $863.43 $702.67
  2362-5360-521-423000 Retirement County Share (Direct Service) $14,287 $276.77 $1,306.33 $1,029.56
  2362-5360-521-425000 Unemployment Tax (Direct Service) $754 $13.91 $302.13 $288.22
  2362-5360-521-426000 Worker Compensation (Direct Service) $172 $19.63 $51.03 $31.40
  2362-5360-521-457900 Program Expenditures $30,000 $2,735.22 $9,539.91 $6,804.69
  2362-5360-521-463802 Household Crisis $69,543 $396.76 $396.76 $0
        $4,915.61    
To: 2362-5150-521-410000 Payroll Cost (Admin) $92,903 $540.32 $13,238.12 $13,778.44
  2362-5150-521-422000 Fica County Share ( Admin) $6,958 $266.13 $586.33 $852.46
  2362-5360-521-410000 Payroll Cost (Direct Service) $131,162 $872.20 $9,228.58 $10,100.78
  2362-5360-521-463804 Utility Assistance $690,543 $3,236.96 $243,953.58 $247,190.54
        $4,915.61    

Issue: Funds available in account will not cover cost needed to continue operation of service through the end of the budget year.

Solution: Approve the line transfer.

Result: There will be sufficient funds in both mentioned line items, which will be allowed to continue service.
             
6.   Civil Legal Division
             
a.   AI-12730    Discussion and possible action to approve an amendment to the reimbursement agreement between Webb County on behalf of the Webb County Sheriff's Office and the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) during the performance period of October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022 for an amount not to exceed Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($16,500.00) in overtime for the Webb County Sheriff’s Office deputies through the OCDETF Investigation/Strategic Initiative to clarify that the funds are to be used for overtime work and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. Estimated applicable fringe benefits in the amount of $3,900 for this overtime will be covered by State forfeiture funds; and, thus, this agreement will have no impact to the general fund. [Requested by the Webb County Sheriff's Office, Fund #2463 for the Agreement and Fund #2151 - State Forfeiture Funds to Cover Fringe]

Issue: Collaboration between federal, state and local law enforcement agencies is necessary to pursue and dismantle organized crime organizations within Webb County and along the Texas international border.

Solution: Enter into contractual agreement for an operation with federal agencies and continue local participation in joint overtime operations under the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces Program.

Result: Disruption of organized crime activity along the Texas border and in Webb County.
  Attachments:
  Amended Agreement
 
             
b.   AI-12740    Discussion and possible action to enter into a Three (3) year agreement (January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2025) between Webb County and T.E.B. Benefits Group Inc. which requires a contemporaneous Third Party Payment Agreement with National Benefit Services and a Business Associate Agreement for compliance with HIPAA regarding the personal health information of Webb County's Employees which will be processed in conformance with the Webb County Cafeteria Plan. Said terms, services and obligations are set out in Schedule A while the costs are itemized in Schedule B of the Service Agreement; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Risk Management; Account #6100-1090-001-432057 (Cafeteria Plan Administration Fees)]
  Attachments:
  Agreement and Schedules
  Item #6.b. - Agreement - TEB Benefits Group Inc.- Executed
 
             
c.   AI-12768    Discussion and possible action correct and clarify agenda item 6b which was heard and approved on November 9, 2020, regarding the agreement between Webb County and Deer Oaks EAP Services. Said agenda item should have stated as follows: Discussion and possible action to enter into a two (2) year (October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2022) Employee Assistance Program Services Agreement between Webb County and Deer Oaks EAP Services, LLC to provide counseling services for the Webb County Employees at a total cost of One Dollar and Thirty-Nine Cents ($1.39) per employee per month in an amount not to exceed $25,000 per year throughout the two year term of the agreement, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Ernesto Guajardo, Human Resources Director; Account #1001-1130-001-432001 (Professional Services)]
  Attachments:
  Agreement
 
             
d.   AI-12775    Discussion and possible action to enter into a one (1) year Professional Service Agreement between Webb County and Cynthia Santos, RD, LD for Dietitian services for the performance period of December 1, 2021, through November 30, 2022, in an amount not to exceed Twenty-Two Thousand Dollars ($22,000.00); and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Risk Management, Account #6100-1090-001-462000 (Wellness Employee Clinic Expenditures)]

Issue: The Webb County Risk Management Department has identified the need for dietary management in order to reduce the cost of medical care for Webb County employees. 
 
Solution: Approve the agreement in which a Dietitian will provide personalized dietary meal plans for Webb County Employees in order to better manage their health while reducing their morbidity.
 
Result: Webb County Employees will have a means to improve their health and Webb County will reduce is medical claims.
  Attachments:
  Contract
  Item #6.d. - Professional Service Agreement - Cynthia Santos, RD, LD - Executed
 
             
e.   AI-12779    Discussion and possible action to enter into a six (6) month (November 1, 2021 through May 6, 2022) Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Laredo College (LC) and Webb County. This MOU provides an opportunity for LC Work-Study students to be employed at Webb County offices that will be fully paid by LC under the Texas Work-Study Program. Students will be allowed to work a total of 15 hours per week through the term of the MOU and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Dr. Pedro Alfaro, Webb County Risk Management Director]
  Attachments:
  MOU
  Item #6.e. -Memorandum of Understanding - Executed
 
             
f.   AI-12774    Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County to execute an Order of Acceptance for the dedication of One (1) Roadway Right-of-Way, Utility, and/or Drainage Easements out of Antonio Santos Subdivision for the purpose of acquiring these necessary easements by Webb County to be able to perform road maintenance and improvements to the public right of way, drainage and/or utility easements in order to facilitate transportation needs for residents including emergency medical services and school bus pickups for students, and to authorize the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Luis Perez Garcia, Webb County Engineer]
  Attachments:
  ROW Order Acceptance 12 21
  LPG Affidavit Fact A Santos Sub Legal Descrip Typo
  Item #6.f. -Order of Acceptance - Executed
 
             
g.   AI-12776    Discussion and possible action to authorize execution of a one-year hardware/software maintenance and service contract renewal commencing October 1, 2021 thru September 30, 2022 between Webb County and International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), at a total cost of Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Ninety Five with Ninety-Six cents ($9,795.96) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Director, I.T. Department; Account #1001-1280-001-443000-035 - $4,296.00 (Hardware Maintenance) & Account #1001-1280-001-443000-110 - $5,499.96 (Software Maintenance)]
  Attachments:
  Webb I.T./IBM maint svc k 2021
 
             
h.   AI-12795    Discussion and possible action to approve a five year (5 yr.) computer hardware, software support service & maintenance agreement between Webb County and Pitney Bowes, for the Webb County Tax Office annual ad-valorem tax statement notice and postal billing system, effective retroactively from October 1, 2021 thru September 30, 2026, at the monthly rate/fee of $3,098.00; subject to annual budgetary appropriations and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Patricia Barrera-Webb County Tax Assessor-Collector; Account #1001-1320-001-4430-035 (Repairs & Maintenance of Equipment)]
  Attachments:
  Webb Tax Off Pitney Bowes Soft Hardware Maint k
  Item #6.h. - Agreement - Pitney Bowes - Executed
 
             
i.   AI-12796    Discussion and possible Action to approve a ten year (10 yr.) renewal term for an Oil and Gas Pipeline Right-of-Way Easement for assignee Texas Pipeline Webb County Rich System, LLC., as per original O&G pipeline R.O.W. between Meritage Midstream Services, LLC., and Webb County, as Trustee for Webb County School Lands (W.C.S.L.), on September 27, 2011, as per memorandum of same recorded in Vol. 3152, Page 421 Real Property Records of Webb County, Texas. The rental rate for the new 10 yr. term is $227,820.85 ($15.00 per linear foot x 12,531.40 ft., + 2021 Consumer Price Index (C.P.I.) adjusted rent rate), commencing September 26, 2021.[Requested by Civil Legal Department]
  Attachments:
  Webb Co./Meritage Gas Pipeline ROW k.pdf
  Assignment Notice Meritage/Texas Pipeline RIch LLC.pdf
  Texas Pipeline ROW Lease Renewal Check.pdf
 
             
j.   AI-12809    Discussion and possible action to amend a Master Agreement entered into between Webb County and AT&T on July 26, 2021, item 8.b. in order to incorporate a twenty-four/seven day a week (24X7), four (4) hour premium maintenance service to Webb County at no additional cost and authorize the Webb County Judge sign any relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Gus Ornelas, Information Technology; Account #1001-1130-001-441805 (General Fund)]

Issue: Webb County is no longer under contract with AT&T for dedicated internet services.

Solution: Sign all relevant documents to enter into the amended service agreement with AT&T.

Result: Webb County will have continued dedicated internet  services with the added 24/7 added support.
  Attachments:
  Master Contract
  Addendum
 
             
k.   AI-12814    Discussion and possible action to approve a five year (5 yr.) dish washing machine service & maintenance agreement between Webb County and Aquachlor, Inc., for the Headstart/Early-Headstart Department building located at 4704 Naranjo St., commencing November 21, 2021 thru November 20, 2026, at the monthly rate of $234.90 as follows; ($224.95 monthly rental fee + $9.95 monthly environmental service charge); subject to annual budgetary appropriations; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros-Director Webb County Headstart/Early-Headstart Program; Account #2303-5210 531-443000-035 (Repairs & Maintenance Equipment)]
  Attachments:
  Webb Headstart Autochlor dishwasher maint k 12 21
  Item #6.k. Agreement - Executed
 
             
l.   AI-12815    Discussion and possible action to approve and enter into a member agency application & member agency agreement between Webb County and the Webb County Food Bank, for their Headstart Early Headstart Program; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros-Director Webb County Headstart/Early- Headstart Program; Application Only No Funding Source Needed]
  Attachments:
  Webb Foodbank member agreement.pdf
  Webb Foodbank Appl 12 2021
  Item #6.l. - Agreement - Webb County Food Bank - Executed
 
             
m.   AI-12818    Discussion and possible action to approve a minor boundary modification application for expansion of 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 Detcen Holdings, LLC. (Owner/Landlord/Lessor), & Transplace Mexico, LLC., (Lessee/Tenant) and the City of Laredo by adding Lot Number 2, Block 1, Khaledi Industrial Park, Phase 2, Laredo, Webb County, Texas and commonly known as 107 Ross Khaledi Rd., Laredo, Webb County, Texas 78045, to F.T.Z. No. 94, for approval by Webb County, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Detcen Holdings, LLC./Transplace Mexico, LLC./City of Laredo]
  Attachments:
  Webb Transplace LLC FTZ #94 ltr.pdf
  Transplace LLC FTZ #94 Boundary Mod Ltr.
 
             
7.   Commissioners Court
             
a.   AI-12813    Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of an advertisement in the ByGeorge Magazine to promote tourism in Webb County during the Washington’s Birthday Celebration festivities in the amount of $2,295. The Webb County Commissioners Court would be featured on said advertisement.  [Account #1001-1310-001-454000 (Advertising)]
  Attachments:
  ByGeorge Ad
 
             
8.   Community Action Agency
             
a.   AI-12780    Discussion and possible action to accept the recommendation from the Webb County Housing Rehabilitation/Reconstruction Scoring Committee to approve the following four (4) applicants to receive assistance under the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs - Office of Colonia Initiatives (TDHCA-OCI) Self-Help Center program and authorize the Webb County Purchasing Agent to solicit bids and any other matters incident thereto. Housing rehabilitation / reconstruction costs to be covered by the Self-Help Center grant TCDP 7220013.
 
1 104 E. Maria Elena Pueblo Nuevo
2 286 Welch Rd.  San Carlos II
3 126 Milagro Pueblo Nuevo
4 127 W. Eleventh St.  Bruni

Issue: Commissioners Court approval is required in order to solicit bids for these homes.  

Solution: Obtain Commissioners Court authorization for the solicitation of bids by the Purchasing Agent.

Result: Successful completion of grant and the successful rehabilitation / reconstruction of these homes.
  Attachments:
  Scoring Recommendation Sheet
 
             
9.   Economic Development
             
a.   AI-12806    Discussion and possible action to approve the 2021-2022 budget for the Webb County Court at Law 2 DWI Court Program, associated with Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Grant Award Number 5H79TI081049-04, Funding Opportunity Number TI-18-008, authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents, and all other matters incident thereto. There is no impact to the County budget. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the budget and award are compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. The total grant award will be budgeted into fund Account #2356 with sub-accounts for Payroll, Health Insurance, FICA, Retirement, Unemployment, Workers Compensation, Professional Services, Contractual (SCAN), Administrative Travel, Materials & Supplies, and Other. Amounts are subject to change according to changes in Webb County rates. In the event of such changes, line item transfers will be requested and executed, and a new detailed budget will be submitted for the Commissioners Court review and approval. The Budget is to reflect as listed on the Notice of Award (NOA) as approved by SAMHSA. [Requested by County Court at La 2 DWI Court Program]
 
Award Calculation (U.S. Dollars)
Personnel(non-research) $101,000
Fringe Benefits $42,574
Travel $3,466
Supplies $1,200
Contractual $251,760
Direct Cost $400,000
Total Approved Budget $400,000

Issue: The approval of the budget by the Commissioners Court is required in order to have the Auditor’s Office key in amounts under the corresponding fund account and sub-accounts.
 
Solution: The Commissioners Court approving the budget as submitted to, and approved by, SAMHSA.
 
Result: The County Court at Law 2 DWI Court Program will be able to continue to provide services and operate fully.
  Attachments:
  Attachment 1
 
             
b.   AI-12821    Discussion and possible action to amend our Federal American Rescue Plan Grant 5311- 2021- WEBB CO- 00056, wherein Webb County Community Action Agency - El Aguila Rural Transportation will be accepting a total of FIFTY ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR DOLLARS ($51,764.00) which reflects two combined draft amounts of FIFTY THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED EIGHTY SEVEN DOLLARS ($50,987.00) and SEVEN HUNDRED SEVENTY SEVEN DOLLARS ($777.00) from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). This grant does not require a County Match. All required documentation has been submitted to the Economic Development Department for review and the solicitation is compliant with Webb County (SPOC) Single Point of Contact procedures. No Impact to the General Fund. [Requested by James Flores, CAA Executive Director]

Issue: Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) presented two draft amounts for the American Rescue Plan grant.

Solution: The Community Action Agency- El Aguila will accept the combined amount of $51,764.00 and these funds will be used in both administrative and operational expenses.

Result: Approval of amendment will ensure continuation of services throughout the rural areas of Webb County.
             
c.   AI-12823    Discussion and possible action to approve the submission of Grant Amendment #3 to Contract #612100032468 for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) from Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for the fiscal year 2021 and request a contract extension to March 31, 2022. Authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. This Contract will not have an impact to the General Fund. Documentation has been reviewed by Webb County Economic Development Department and is compliant with SPOC policies and procedures. [Requested by James Flores-Director of Community Action Agency & Economic Development Department; Grant Account #2368-5170-330300]]
 
Issue: Approve submission of grant amendment #3 to Contract # 612100032468 from Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for the Program Year 2021 and approve contract extension until March 31, 2021.
 
Solution: The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) provides support services to eligible elderly, and disabled and low-income residents of Webb County.
 
Result: The support services are intended to assist eligible Webb County residents to transition out of poverty.
             
10.   Fire Suppression & EMS Services
             
a.   AI-12791    Discussion and possible action to accept a donation from EOG Resources, Inc., as per Local Government Code 81.032, in the amount of $1,500.00 to be utilized in the following line items: Administrative Travel, Training & Education, and Materials & Supplies; and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3140-001-458000 (Administrative Travel); #1001-3140-001-456205 (Training & Education); #1001-3140-001-461000 (Materials & Supplies)]

Issue: Donation check issued by EOG Resources, Inc. to support the mission of the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department.

Solution: Deposit money accordingly, $500 into Administrative Travel, $500 into Training & Education, and $500 into Materials & Supplies.

Result: Continue working relationship with EOG Resources, Inc., and meet department needs.
 
  Attachments:
  EOG Resources Check
 
             
11.   Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
             
a.   AI-12789    Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot:
 
Slot # Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods
2570 Part Time Classroom Aide $10.09 26
  Attachments:
  PT Classroom Aide
 
             
b.   AI-12808    Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots:
 
Slot # Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods
2965 Substitute $9.71 20
2983 Substitute $9.71 20
  Attachments:
  Substitute
 
             
12.   Honorable Roberto "Bobby" Quintana, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 1
             
a.   AI-12811    Discussion and possible action to authorize, the purchase of two printers with toner in the amount of $1,134.06 through the funding source from the Technology fund pursuant to Article 102.0173 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. [Account #2009-2160-001-460105]

Issue: We are a high traffic office. Therefore, when the main copier is out of service we need to be able to stay in operation in all departments.

Solution: We need a printer in civil and one in the office manager's space as a backup for when the copier is out of service that will help us stay functional.  Then other departments are covered already with small printers for backup. 

Result: We can patiently wait for the copier to get fixed, as long it needs to take. Consequently, we will stay functional to serve our customers.
  Attachments:
  Connection Quote
  ToshibaCommunication
 
             
13.   Public Defender
             
a.   AI-12778    Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of Slot #2616, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, as well as any and Wage Plan Policies, effective December 13, 2021:
 
Slot # Title Salary
 
2616 Supervising Attorney $90,108.04 - $100,767.12 (25/N-W)

Issue: Slot #2616 will become vacant on December 9, 2021.

Solution: Request is being made to post and fill the vacant Supervising Attorney slot.

Result: This action will allow our department to fill the remaining vacant slot, and allow our department to continue to function efficiently and effectively.
  Attachments:
  SupervisingAtty
 
             
14.   Purchasing
             
a.   AI-12786    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.
             
b.   AI-12794    Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Request for Proposals (RFP) for Inmate Phone Services for the Webb County Jail in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Section 262.030 (Alternative Competitive Proposal Procedure for Certain Goods and Services) and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-4070-357140 (Telephone Commission)]

Issue: The Webb County Sheriff provides means of communication for the incarcerated through contracted vendors to include equipment, installation, software maintenance, collection of fees, commission payments and support services.
 
Solution: Solicit RFP for these services. Current contract final extension will expire at end of July 2022 and/or may be terminated prior without penalty to Webb County or Contracted Vendor.
 
Result: Continue providing telephone services to Webb County inmates.
             
c.   AI-12819    Discussion and possible action approve and consent to a contract assignment from Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd. (who was awarded Bid No. 2022-05 on July 12, 2021, Item 17.b.) to Offen Petroleum, LLC. (“Offen”) as authorized in the original agreement between Webb County and Arguindegui Oil; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: Arguindegui Oil Co has assigned its agreement to Offen Petroleum.           
 
Solution: The Agreement between Webb County and Arguindegui permits assignment so long as it is in writing.
 
Result: Webb County will continue to receive its services for fuel and lubricants.
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve Consent Agenda
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Bid No. 2022-005 Arguindegui Oil Co. II
  Consent to Assignment Webb County jt
  Notification Webb County
 
             
REGULAR AGENDA
             
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
             
15.   AI-12799    Discussion and possible action to authorize the following change in job title/job description for slot #445 for submission to the Civil Service Commission.
 
slot #   Title
445 From: Officer I
445 To: Pilot
 
Issue: The Webb County Sheriff's Office Seeks to change position from Officer I to Pilot.  As per General orders there will be no change in salary rate.

Solution: Request authorization from the Webb County Commissioners Court and the Webb County Civil Service Commission to change the job title and description for slot 445.

Result: Change in Job title and description.
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
             
Building Maintenance
             
16.   AI-12826    Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of an Elevator Modernization contract for three elevators Unit 1, Unit 2, and Unit 3 located at the New Sheriff's Building (formerly the Downtown H.E.B. Building) between Webb County and Schindler Elevator Corporation (Sourcewell/NJPA Contract # 100516-SCH) for an amount not to exceed $539,014.00 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing; Section 271.101 and Section 271.102, to further authorize the transfer of funds within bond series funds and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [2019A Bond Series; Account #3868-7230-001-443000-260 (Repairs and Maintenance New Sheriff's Building Downtown formerly the Downtown H.E.B. Building)]

Issue: Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the selection of Schindler Elevator Corporation to modernize all County elevators.

Solution: Approve the execution of the contract to authorize Schindler Elevator to order parts and schedule the modernization of these elevators.

Result: Modernizing the elevator will improve the operation and reliability of the units.  Reduce maintenance costs, downtime and improve customer satisfaction on ride quality.
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Schindler signed - Webb Co HEB Bldg SPOS-C8ZNW2
  Item #16 - Elevator Modernization Contract - Unit 1 and 2 - New Sheriff's Bldg - Executed
 
             
17.   AI-12829    Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of an Elevator Modernization contract for one elevator (Unit 1) located at the Webb County Building located at 1620 Santa Ursula (formerly the Webb County Title Building) between Webb County and Schindler Elevator Corporation (Sourcewell/NJPA Contract #100516-SCH) for an amount not to exceed $116,761.00 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program; Section 271.101 and Section 271.102, to further authorize the transfer of funds within bond series funds and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [2019A Bond Series; Account #3868-7230-001-443000-260 Repairs and Maintenance Webb County Building (formerly Webb County Title Building)]

Issue: Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the selection of Schindler Elevator Corporation to modernize all County elevators.

Solution: Approve the execution of the contract to authorize Schindler Elevator to order parts and schedule the modernization of these elevators.  

Result: Modernizing the elevator will improve the operation and reliability of the units.  Reduce maintenance costs, downtown and improve customer satisfaction on ride quality.
  Attachments:
  Webb Co Title Bldg SPOS-C8ZJA9
  Item #17 - Elevator Modernization Contract - Unit 1 - 1620 Santa Ursula - Executed
 
             
18.   AI-12830    Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of an Elevator Modernization contract for two elevators Unit D and Unit E for the Justice Center Building Inmate Elevators between Webb County and Schindler Elevator Corporation (Sourcewell/NJPA Contract #100516-SCH) for an amount not to exceed $237,497.00 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program; Section 271.101 and Section 271.102, to further authorize the transfer of funds within bond series funds and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [2019A Bond Series; Account #3868-7230-001-443000-260 (Repairs and Maintenance Webb County Justice Center)]

Issue: Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the selection of Schindler Elevator Corporation to modernize all County elevators.

Solution: Approve the execution of the contract to authorize Schindler Elevator to order parts and schedule the modernization of these elevators.

Result: Modernizing the elevator will improve the operation and reliability of the units.  Reduce maintenance costs, downtime and improve customer satisfaction on ride quality.
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve item #17 - #18 and to find money within the series that includes H-E-B and the elevator which is the series 2019 or the fund balance and to do the assessment on all seven elevators 
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Webb JC IM 1 2 SPOS-C8DHW5
  Item #18 - Elevator Modernization Contract - Unit D and E - Justice Center - Executed
 
             
Civil Legal Division
             
19.   AI-12773    Discussion and possible action to enter into Third Party Agreements and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.
 
Third Party Contracts – General Fund  
Sacred Heart Children's Home $10,000.00
Boys & Girls Clubs of Laredo $12,250.00
Greater Laredo Development Foundation $30,000.00
Border Area Nutrition Council $16,250.00
Laredo Crime Stoppers $3,000.00
Laredo Regional Food Bank $5,000.00
Webb Soil & Water Conservation District #337 $5,000.00
Bethany House of Laredo $10,000.00
South Texas Food Bank $24,750.00
Children's Advocacy Center of Laredo-Webb County $50,000.00
Literacy Volunteers of Laredo $5,000.00
Casa de Misericordia $15,000.00
Habitat for Humanity of Laredo Inc. $15,000.00
Border Region Behavioral Health Center
(MHMR Community Center)		 $75,000.00
Area Health Education of the Mid Rio Grande
Border Area of Texas		 $6,000.00
Rio Grande International Study Center $10,000.00
Communities in Schools of Laredo $5,000.00
Kidney Foundation of Laredo $10,000.00
Third Party Contracts – Health and Welfare – General Fund  
Laredo Animal Protective Society $10,000.00
Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center $40,000.00
Gateway Community Health Center Inc. $67,500.00
Mercy Ministries of Laredo $75,000.00
Third Party Contracts – Hotel Motel  
Webb County Heritage Foundation, Inc. $20,000.00
Laredo Center for the Arts $8,000.00
Laredo Chamber of Commerce $150,000.00
Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (W.B.C.A.) $5,000.00
Border Olympics, Inc. $30,000.00
Laredo Children's Museum, DBA
Imaginarium of South Texas		 $10,000.00
Society of Martha Washington $5,000.00
Princess Pocahontas Council of Laredo, TX $5,000.00
LULAC Council #7 $5,000.00
Latin American International Sports Hall of Fame $10,000.00
Laredo Main Street, Inc.
(El Centro de Laredo Farmers Market)		 $20,000.00
Laredo Main Street, Inc. (JAMBOOZIE) $20,000.00
Special Olympics Texas - Area 21 Laredo $10,000.00
USA SAVATE- World Pugilist Hall of Fame $5,000.00
USA SAVATE- Projecto Capoeira $5,000.00
Laredo Cultural District $25,000.00
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Item #19 -Third Party Funding-Laredo Cultural District - Executed
  Item #19 -Third Party Funding - Greater Laredo Development Foundation - Executed
  Item #19 -Third Party Funding - Laredo Crime Stoppers - Executed
  Item #19 -Third Party Funding - USA SAVATE - Projecto Capoeira - Executed
  Item #19 -Third Party Funding - USA SAVATE - World Puglist Hall of Fame - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Area Health Education of the Mid Rio Grande Border Area of Texas Inc - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Bethany House of Laredo - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Border Area Nutrition Council - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Border Olympics, Inc. - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Boys and Girls Club of Laredo - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Casa De Misericordia - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Children's Advocacy Center of Laredo-Webb County - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Communities in School - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Gateway Community Health Center Inc.- Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Habitat for Humanity of Laredo, Inc. - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Kidney Foundation of Laredo- Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - LULAC Council #7 - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Laredo Animal Protective Society - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Laredo Center for the Arts - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Laredo Chamber of Commerce- Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Laredo Children's Museum, DBA Imaginarium of South Texas - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Laredo Main Street, Inc. (Jamboozie) - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Laredo Main Street Inc. (El Centro de Laredo Farmers Market) - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Laredo Regional Food Bank - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Latin American International Sports Hall of Fame - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Literacy Volunteer of Laredo - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Mercy Ministries of Laredo - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Princess Pocahontas Council of Laredo, TX - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Rio Grande International Study Center - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Sacred Heart Children's Home - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Society of Martha Washington - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - South Texas Food Bank - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Washington's Birthday Celebration Association - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Webb County Heritage Foundation, Inc. - Executed
  Item #19 - Third Party Funding - Webb Soil & Water Conservation District #337 - Executed
 
             
20.   AI-12785    Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order No. 11 to the Medical Examiner Remodel Project (Contractor: Quantcorp Construction LLC.) extending the completion date to January 14, 2022 due to supply chain delays and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [No change in cost.  Requested by Engineering Department]
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Change Order 11 Medical Examiner Remodel
  Item #20 - Change Order #11 - Medical Examiner Remodel - Executed
 
             
21.   AI-12792    Discussion and possible action to enter into a construction contract with Quantcorp Construction LLC in the amount of One Million Eight Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand One Hundred and Thirty-Five Dollars ($1,868,135.00) for the Webb County Detoxification Facility Renovation Project, located at 1300 Chicago Street, and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Funding Account #3902-7230-001-474501 (Construction in Progress); Series 202 Interest Income ($253,310.66)]
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to direct staff to look at the value engineering and report back on the first meeting in January
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Quantcorp Detox renovation project
  Item #21 - Quanton - Detoxification Facility - Executed
 
             
22.   AI-12801    Discussion and possible action to enter into Participation Agreement for the City of Laredo Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #2 (TIRZ Number 2) to contribute forty percent (40%) of the County ad valorem tax increment attributable to the property in the zone, said sum being approximately Twenty-Six Million Four Hundred Eighty-Six Thousand Four Hundred Ninety-Six Dollars ($26,486,496.00), to be used within the zone to fund public improvements within the zone (Killam Coves), including One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) to reimburse Webb County for a public work project for assembly, public health, public safety and emergency shelter outside the zone and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by the Webb County Commissioners Court]
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez
  Vote: 4 - 1 Motion Carried
 
NAY: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Attachments:
  Item #22 - Participation Agreement - TIRZ Number Two - City of Laredo - Executed
 
             
23.   AI-12802    Discussion and possible action to enter into a Development Agreement with Killam Development, Ltd. for the conveyance to Webb County of an approximate four (4) acre tract of land, located in South Laredo fronting on Modular Blvd., for a public facility to be used for public assembly, public safety, public health, community meetings, and emergency shelter and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Webb County Commissioners Court]
  CLD, Mr. Nathan Bratton advised the court that the item should reflect Charcoal Land Sales instead of Killam Development. 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina
  Vote: 4 - 1 Motion Carried
 
NAY: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Attachments:
  4 acre donation tract - Killam
  Item #23 - Development Agreement - Charco Land Sales LLC - Executed
 
             
Presentations
             
38.   AI-12807    Recognition and presentation of trophy to the United South High School Panthers Football team for representing Laredo, Webb County at the Class 6A Division I Regional Semifinal playoffs in Austin Texas.  [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]
  UISD Trustee, Mr. Javier Montemayor was in attendance and thanked the court for recognizing the United South High School Panthers Football team and their Head Coach, Mr. Joe Coss.
 
The Commissioners Court presented a trophy to the United South High School Panthers Football team in recognition for representing Laredo, Webb County at the Class 6A Division I Regional Semifinal playoffs in Austin, Texas. 
             
37.   AI-12784    Presentation by Natalie Hernandez, President of the Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA), regarding the upcoming WBCA events with presentation of the 124th Celebration’s Commemorative Poster to the Webb County Judge and Commissioners Court. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]
  WBCA President, Ms. Natalie Hernandez and President-Elect, Mr. Matt Gibson were in attendance and gave a presentation regarding the upcoming WBCA events. 
             
Civil Legal Division
             
24.   AI-12788    Discussion and possible action to enter into a one year parking lease, with  three (3) one year options, for five (5) parking spaces (County parking lot, 1200 Washington St.) at One Hundred Dollars per space, payable in arrears and upon invoicing with the U.S. Attorneys Office Southern District of Texas effective February 1, 2022 through January 31, 2023 (initial term) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Commissioners Court]
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
             
25.   AI-12803    Discussion and possible action to enter into an engineering services agreement with Garver LLC., for design and construction administration of upgrades and rehab to the County's wastewater treatment plant in the amount of Nine Hundred Seventy-Seven Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Four Dollars ($977,124.00) with an anticipated project term of three hundred sixty-five days (365) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Webb County Utilities Director, Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) RFQ 2021-008 ]
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  WWTP scope of Services - Garver
  WWTP Upgrades - Fee Schedule
 
             
26.   AI-12745    Discussion and possible action to adopt the WEBB COUNTY PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT RULES AND PROCEDURES by Order, as authorized by chapters 341 and 343 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 683 of the Texas Transportation Code, and Chapter 7 of the Texas Water Code; effective upon adoption; and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign the Order on behalf of the Commissioners Court. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1 and Commissioner Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to aprrove
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Order Abatement of Public Nuisance
  Backup
 
             
27.   AI-12805    Discussion and possible action to, by Order, appoint the Webb County Sheriff as the “Administrator” of the Webb County Public Nuisance Abatement Rules and Procedures and authorizing the Justices of the Peace to hear public nuisance cases for nuisance violations within their precinct; authorizing the County Judge to sign the Order on behalf of the Webb County Commissioners Court. [Requested by Commissioner Rosaura "Wawi Tijerina and Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez]
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Order designating Sheriff and JPs
  Backup
  Item #26 - Webb County Public Nuisance Abatement Rules and Procedures - Executed
 
             
Elections
             
28.   AI-12766    Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund:
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 1001-1110-001-451201 Election Expense $200,000 $15,000 $94,320.98 $79,320.98
To: 1001-1110-001-456005 Postage & Courier Service $45,000 $15,000 $2,470.99 $17,470.99

Issue: The election Postage & Courier Service Fund currently has insufficient appropriation funds to cover expenditures for this upcoming fiscal year of the mass mail out of voter registration cards and any other expenditures needed through the fiscal year.

Solution: Budget amendment line item transfer to increase revenues and expenditure will address the condition.

Result: Election department will be able to cover the pending expenditure plus any future expenditures throughout the end of the fiscal year.
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez
  Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
  Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
  Attachments:
  line items
  Call to Order
  issue solution and result
 
             
Information Technology
             
29.   AI-12820    Discussion and possible action to 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   $50,000    
To: 2005-1010-001-470000 Capital Outlay $0.00 $50,000  0.00 $50,000

Issue: Request funds to purchase new Shredder for Records Management.

Solution: Seeking Authorization to transfer funds.

Result: Transfer of funds will cover the purchase.
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo to approve
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
             
Planning
             
30.   AI-12825    Discussion and possible action to adopt, by Order, the Reestablishment, Redefining and Renumeration of the County Election Precincts (aka, voting tabulation districts, "VTD"s) to conform with adopted redistricting changes (§42.005, Election Code), comply with population requirements (§42.006, Election Code) and to the extent legally permissible, separates unincorporated territory from incorporated territory of municipalities with a population of 10,000 or more (§42.007, Election Code); authorization for the County Judge to execute all required documents; directives to the County Clerk, Elections Administrator and staff to publish required notices in the newspaper and the county’s official website; and ordering the submission of all required certified copies to the Texas Secretary of State in compliance with state law. [Co-sponsored by Jose Salvador Tellez, Elections Administrator]
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
  Attachments:
  Order
  Order No. 12-13-2021-30 - Executed
 
             
Purchasing
             
31.   AI-12790    Discussion and possible action to accept the rankings and award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 2022-001 "Re-Roofing Design and Construction Administration Services" to the highest ranking firm Raba Kistner, in accordance with the Professional Services Procurement Act; Section 2254.004 (Contract for Professional Services or Architect, Engineer, or Surveyor) and to further authorize the Civil Legal Division to negotiate the terms and conditions of the professional services agreement and any other matters incident thereto. 
 
Company Name  1 2 3 Total Score  Ranking 
Armko Industries Inc.  88 91 82 261 4
Bluefin LLC  85 90 76 251 6
Centurion Industries Inc. 82 85 75 242 7
Gomez Mendez Saenz, Inc. 77 77 81 235 9
North American Roofing Services 76 70 77 223 10
pbGroup LLC  77 79 80 236 8
Pie Consulting & Engineering  86 94 79 259 5
Premier Building Envelope Consultants  77 60 76 213 11
Raba Kistner  96 97 87 280 1
Rimkus Consulting Group Inc.  91 94 80 265 3
Terracon Consultants Inc.  84 94 89 267 2

Issue: The Justice Center Building roof has leaked on multiple occasions due to heavy rains. Webb County does not have the expertise to perform a thorough inspection of the roof and/or prepare detailed specifications and plans for vendors to submit formal bids for the removal and installation of a new roof to prevent further damage. 

Solution: Award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 2022-001 to the highest ranking firm and accept the rankings as submitted by the scoring committee. 

Result: Authorize civil legal division to negotiate with the highest ranking firm and return to court for approval of the professional services agreement.
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to pick the first three as rank tier and if one does not work out then to go with the following and so forth
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
  Attachments:
  Evaluation Summary RFQ 2022-001
  Raba Kistner
 
             
32.   AI-12798    Discussion and possible action authorizing the Purchasing Agent to add one (1) new cell phone device including data services for the Webb County Purchasing Department, Fixed Asset Coordinator pursuant to Sections 271.101 and Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program DIR Agreement TSO-3420 at a monthly rate of $39.99 plus surcharges and other related fees per line with AT&T FirstNet Plan and subject to annual budgetary appropriation. [Account #1001-1310-001-441010 (Cell Phone Cost)]
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
             
Commissioners Court Administrator
             
33.   AI-12793    Discussion and possible action to enter into an architectural services contract with Frank Architects d/b/a Able Cities in the amount of Thirty-Six Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars ($36,925.00) to develop construction plans for the golf course palapa, patio, driving range pads and driving range shelter and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.  [Funding from operational reserve, Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 not to exceed $250,000 for the project (being design and construction)]
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to go into Executive Session
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
  Attachments:
  Architect Services Contract Golf Course Palapa driving Range
  Item #33 - Agreement - Able City Golf Course Palapa - Executed
 
             
Closed Session/Executive Session
  Judge Tijerina stated that he failed to read the items for Executive Session.

Judge Tijerina read items #34 - #36.
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo to go into Executive Session because to have discussion in open court would disadvantage Webb County's bargaining position. There was a show of hands to approve closed session: Judge Tano Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct 3. John Galo and Commissioner Pct. 4 Cindy Liendo. 
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
             
 
Executive Session (11:36 a.m. - 12:57 p.m.)
  No action taken. 
             
34.   AI-12800    Discussion and possible action to enter into a twenty-two (22) year lease ("initial lease term" - Two years for Development Phase and Twenty years for Construction and Operation Phase) of the Webb County School Lands (Cuchillas and Lomas Pastures) located off Highway 59, Webb County, Texas, with GrandSolar Texas Two, LLC (Lessee), if Lessee exercises options to extend the lease for an additional four (4), six (6) month terms during the “Development Phase” of the Project  and two-five (5) year terms  during the “Construction and Operation Term Phase” of the Project the total possible Lease Term (if all Options are executed) is Thirty-Four (34) years, for the purpose of constructing and operating a three hundred  (300MW) megawatt Solar  Energy Project on said school lands in the amounts of Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) per year to lease the school lands during the “Development Term” escalating 1.5% annually during the Development Phase and payments during the “Construction and Operational Term” (remainder of the Lease Term) of Three Hundred Fifty Dollars ($350.00) per acre for the Project Foot Print (with guarantee “rent” payments for 1,900 acres) with said “rents” escalating 2% per year during the “Construction and Operational Term”, and any matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Government Code §551.0725 Deliberation Regarding Contract (Lease) Being Negotiated; Closed Meeting]
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to table item until the next meeting in January
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
             
35.   AI-12804    Discussion and possible action to discuss the lease and use of an approximate three acre site located on the Webb County School Lands (Lomas/Cuchillas pastures) and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation]
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to seek other counsel and to consult with Allison & Magee 
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
             
36.   AI-12832    Status report with discussion and possible action to authorize general counsel, County Budget Officer, and CBA committee to finalize terms and conditions of the 2020 - 2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Webb County Deputy Sheriffs' Association (WCDSA); with additional action to approve and finalize said agreement contingent upon approval by the Webb County Deputy Sheriff's Association; and to authorize the County Judge to execute said agreement on behalf of Webb County; and to take any other action related to said agreement. [Closed Session/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Government Code §551.0725 Deliberation Regarding Contract Being Negotiated; Closed Meeting]
  Judge Tijerina stated that the association already counteracted and accepted some of their proposals. However, they're only pending five (5) proposals.
  CLD, Mr. Nathan Bratton informed the court that the association is asking for the grandfathering of all current association members through May 2023; the new will be at a 50% reduction of the educational incentive and that there will be no me-too-clause.
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to give them five (5) years to come back to retain longevity if they leave outside the county 
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Sheriff's Award
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve but to stipulate to use forfeiture funds for the sheriff's award if permissible by law
  Vote: 4 - 1 Motion Carried
 
NAY: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Regular Pay - Sick Leave Buy Back
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo to change it to regular pay
  Vote: 2 - 3 Motion Failed
 
NAY: County Judge Tano E. Tijerina
  Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John Galo to go to base pay.

The chair didn't call the question.

Judge Tijerina stated that they would discuss it later.
  Base Rate
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to leave it at 60%
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Regular Pay - Sick Leave Buy Back
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to leave it at base pay
  Vote: 3 - 2 Motion Carried
 
NAY: Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez
  Commissioner, Pct 4 Cindy Liendo
  Corporal Slot
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to accept but to include a corporal slot vacancy, and it will not have a financial impact
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to bring up item #34
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
  Attachments:
  Item #36 - Collective Bargaining Agreement - Executed
 
             
34.   Discussion and possible action to enter into a twenty-two (22) year lease ("initial lease term" - Two years for Development Phase and Twenty years for Construction and Operation Phase) of the Webb County School Lands (Cuchillas and Lomas Pastures) located off Highway 59, Webb County, Texas, with GrandSolar Texas Two, LLC (Lessee), if Lessee exercises options to extend the lease for an additional four (4), six (6) month terms during the “Development Phase” of the Project and two-five (5) year terms during the “Construction and Operation Term Phase” of the Project the total possible Lease Term (if all Options are executed) is Thirty-Four (34) years, for the purpose of constructing and operating a three hundred (300MW) megawatt Solar Energy Project on said school lands in the amounts of Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) per year to lease the school lands during the “Development Term” escalating 1.5% annually during the Development Phase and payments during the “Construction and Operational Term” (remainder of the Lease Term) of Three Hundred Fifty Dollars ($350.00) per acre for the Project Foot Print (with guarantee “rent” payments for 1,900 acres) with said “rents” escalating 2% per year during the “Construction and Operational Term”, and any matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Government Code §551.0725 Deliberation Regarding Contract (Lease) Being Negotiated; Closed Meeting]
  The following people were in attendance via Webb Ex and spoke on item #34.
1) Jose Maria Gonzalez
2) Amparo Pazos
3) Wes Schlenker
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to have a special meeting for item #34
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
             
39.   Communications
  Communications were made by all members of Commissioners Court. 
             
40.   Adjourn
  Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to adjourn
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

    

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