Agenda

CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE DANNY VALDEZ, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE

1.

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

Motion by Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina to excuse Cmr. Galo

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Other: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

3.

AI-1224 Approval of Minutes for May 27, 2014

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Commissioners Court Meeting Minutes - May 27, 2014

4.

Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Auditor, Mr. Leo Flores presented the monthly report for May 2014.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

County Treasurer, Ms. Delia Perales presented the checks, side bills, and payroll paid as of June 6 pending approval.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Settlment Amount to Laredo Accurate Inspections Letter from Leo Flores

Side Bills, Ratification of Payroll for 06-06-2014, & Recap of Checks - County Treasurer

5.

Communications

Judge Valdez congratulated both Cmr. Canales and County Treasurer, Ms. Delia Perales on their re-election. He also congratulated Mr. Jose Pepe Salinas on his election for Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4. Judge Valdez congratulated all graduates and their parents. He congratulated the Marina Family on their 2nd Annual Paint Crusaders Event at the Haynes Recreational Center to benefit students with special needs. Judge Valdez sent his heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Juan Elias, former Parks and Grounds employee for 26 years. He congratulated Ms. Lauren Guzman for participating in the Miss America Pageant.

Cmr. Ramirez congratulated Victoria Marquez, student at United South High School, for finishing a beautiful mural in her school's Administrative Hall. She invited all the residents of Webb County to visit the Pct. 1 Community Centers this summer. Cmr. Ramirez sent her heartfelt condolences to the family of Juan Elias. She wished a Happy belated Birthday to her father. She congratulated the Class of 2014. Cmr. Ramirez welcomed all the teachers participating in the UISD Externship. She recognized Ms. Sara Dickey who was present and is participating in the UISD Externship.

Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Cmr. Canales and County Treasurer, Ms. Delia Perales on their re-election. She also congratulated Mr. Jose Pepe Salinas on his election for Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated all Laredo and Webb County area High School students on their graduations. She congratulated Fire Chief Ricardo Rangel and Webb County Volunteer Fire Department who proudly received two new fire trucks on May 29, 2014. Cmr. Tijerina mentioned that funds were to still available for repairs to homes located on Hwy 359 Pueblo Nuevo Colonia. She stated that El Aguila received $254,000 in grant monies. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Ms. Lauren Guzman for her participation in the Miss USA Pageant. She sent her heartfelt condolences to the family of Juan Elias, Maria Del Carmen Quesada, David Andres Alegria, Joe Nieto, and Mildred Judy Reyna.

Cmr. Canales welcomed everyone present. He congratulated County Treasurer, Ms. Delia Perales on her re-election. He congratulated newly elected J.P. Judge, Jose Pepe Salinas. Cmr. Canales thanked; Webb County Pct. 4 for allowing him to continue serving Pct. 4, the Commissioners Court, volunteers, the voters, and his family. He congratulated all the 2014 graduates and educators. Cmr. Canales congratulated Alex McKeon for being the first TAMIU player to be selected in the MOB Draft by the Red Sox. He congratulated Lauren Guzman for representing Laredo, Webb County in the Miss USA Pageant. Cmr. Canales made a special invitation to the children (ages 6 to 11) of Webb County to the Pct. 4 summer camps. He sent his heartfelt condolences to the family of Juan Rodolfo Elias and Maria Alicia Serna.

6.

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 will be allowed a total of Three (3) minutes within which to make any/all public comments.

Sherry Medellin
Ms. Medellin spoke in reference to item #49.

Cmr. Canales congratulated and thanked Fire Chief Ricardo Rangel for all his hard work.

COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

7.

AI-1223 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover cell phone costs:

From:	001-0201-6402	Repairs & Maint.- Equipment	$400
To:	001-0201-6004	Cell Phone Cost	$400

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

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

8.

AI-1230 Presentation of Recognition to Larga Vista Community Center Kid's Café Program participant, boxer Jesus Olvera for winning the State Championship in his division on May 23 & 24, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas. He won by TKO. [Co-Sponsored by Greg Araiza, Larga Vista Community Center Director]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

The Commissioners Court presented an achievement award to Mr. Jesus Olvera, who was present along with both his parents and young sister, in recognition of his success in winning the State Championship for his division in boxing.

9.

AI-1237 Discussion and possible action to authorize the transportation of Webb County colonia residents via the El Aguila Rural Transit System to the Operation Lone Star event which will be held August 4-8, 2014 at the LISD Performance Arts Center (formerly known as Laredo Civic Center); and any other matters incident thereto. Residents will be able to receive FREE health and medical services such as immunizations for children, diabetic screening; blood pressure screening; hearing and vision screenings, and sports physicals. The funding for the transportation costs will come from Indigent Health Care Services Department Account #001-4101-7002, Medical Services. [Co-sponsored by John C. Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct.3]

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4

10.

AI-1243 Discussion and possible action to approve an increase in part time pay, up to $30.00 per hour, for a part time Texas State Certified Teacher position who will assist in the Precinct 4 Summer camp programs for children. The operational general order states that pay for part time employees cannot exceed $15.00/hr. unless specific approval to pay more is authorized by Commissioners Court.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Auditor, Mr. Leo Flores and Administrative Services Director, Ms. Cynthia Mares were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #10.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve item #10 contingent upon the clarification of the healthcare

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

11.

AI-1247 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to help sponsor Pct. 4 community Summer projects:

From:	001-0204-6004-2	Cell Phone Cost	$1,500
	001-0204-5005	Part-Time	$1,500

To:	001-0204-6219-2	Goods for Public Events	$3,000

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 3 - 1 Motion Carried

NAY:	Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

12.

AI-1244 Discussion and possible action to approve a donation of $500 to the Laredo Court Crushers, the National Junior Tennis and Learning Laredo Chapter 501 (c ) 3 organization that helps improve committed athletes to achieve their highest expectations in both tennis and life. [Account #001-0204-6219-2 (Goods for Public Events)]

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 3 - 1 Motion Carried

NAY:	Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

13.

AI-1240 Discussion and possible action to enter into a rural transportation federal fund agreement (No. 51422F7205) with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, wherein Webb County Community Action Agency accepts a grant amount not the exceed TWO HUNDRED FIFTY-FOUR THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FIVE DOLLARS ($254,205.00) for the El Aguila Rural Transportation Program and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Community Action Agency and Economic Development Director]

Attachments:

GRANT

Agreement- Texas Department of Transportation - Executed

14.

AI-1241 Discussion and possible action for the Webb County Community Action Agency to enter into a One (1) year equipment maintenance agreement with Nevill Business Machines for One (1) Toshiba E-Studio 455 Copier at a monthly cost of .008 cents per copy over the lease term. The term of the agreement will commence upon the execution of the agreement by both parties, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Community Action Agency Director]

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #13 and #14

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

NEVILL

Maintenace Agreement- Nevill Solutions - Executed

Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

15.

AI-1217 Discussion and possible action to purchase Seventeen (17) computers and software Licenses for County Clerk's office, from Dell, pursuant to Section 271.101 and 271.102 Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program, DIR-SDD-1951 in the amount of $29,132.56. [Account #750-8000-8801]

Attachments:

Computers

Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

16.

AI-1242 Discussion and possible action to approve a Twelve (12) month maintenance agreement with Toshiba for the District Clerk's Office; the agreement calls for a quarterly payment of $75.00 and a usage charge of 0.0095; billing will be quarterly. [Account #001-1110-6401]

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #15 and #16

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

maintenance agreemen

Honorable Monica Notzon, 111th District Court Judge

17.

AI-1188 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover Judge's attendance cost for conferences:

From:	001-1002-6022	Professional Services	$2,500
To:	001-1002-6011	Training & Education	$2,500

Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge

18.

AI-1197 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to purchase a new computer:

From:	001-1011-7051	Juvenile Misdemeanors	$1,000
	001-1011-7052	Juvenile Felony	$1,000
			$2,000


To:	001-1011-6224	Minor Tools & Apparatus	$2,000

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #17 and #18

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

19.

AI-1211 Discussion and possible action to approve the acceptance of a supplemental award from the Southwest Border Anti-Money Laundering Alliance Grant in the amount of $200,000.00 and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #343-2001-3501]

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to table item #19

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Administrative Services

20.

AI-1204 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to complete prescription claims balance for the year:

From:	863-0105-9201	Claims Paid	$20,000
To:	863-0105-9203	Prescriptions	$20,000

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

claims RX

Auditor

21.

AI-1205 Discussion and possible action to approve the extension option in the yearly Engagement Letter between Webb County and the CPA firm of Garza/Gonzalez & Associates for an additional Two (2) years to do the County's annual independent audit at the same original cost, subject to annual budgetary appropriations:

Webb County	$69,300	001-0109-6021
Juvenile Probation	$13,250	147-1301-6021
Adult Probation	$15,250	079-1200-6022

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Auditor, Mr. Leo Flores was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #21.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Building Maintenance

22.

AI-1196 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 June 02, 2014.

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate

0036	Carpenter	$11.89

Child Welfare

23.

AI-1175 Discussion and possible action to appoint Norma Torres to the Webb County Child Welfare Board. Her resume is provided as back-up for this item.

Attachments:

Norma Torres Resume

24.

AI-1180 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to complete payment for volunteer awards:

From:	001-4102-6205	Materials & Supplies	$117
To:	001-4102-7013	Awareness & Activities	$117

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to approve items #22, #23, and #24

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Community Action Agency

25.

AI-1200 Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, to be funded from the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), at a wage of $10.00 per hour no benefits at 29 hours per week. There will be no impact on the General Fund, effective June 09, 2014.

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate

2800	Temporary Center Aide	$10.00

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

26.

AI-1213 Discussion and possible action to accept a donation check in the amount of $57.86 from Nueces Electric Cooperative Retail Division, NEC Retail. The Webb County Community Action Agency will utilize these funds to assist qualified NEC Retail clients.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Check $57.86

Engineer

27.

AI-1208 Discussion and possible action to approve the closeout and acceptance of the San Carlos I & II Paving Project (TxDOT 5BCF5032-2C240051) and the release of the 5% retainage in the amount of $46,741.90 and a contract balance of $14,310.80 for a total of $61,052.70 to REIM Construction. [Accounts #704-8001-8801-14 and #704-2311]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #27.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Clearance Letter

Certificate of Warranty

Pay Application No. 6

28.

AI-1212 Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot for the Utilities Department, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective June 9, 2014:

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate

2353	Cashier	$13.42

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia and Administrative Services Director, Ms. Cynthia Mares were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #28.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Job Description-Cashier

29.

AI-1216 Discussion and possible action to approve a General Request for Payment to Unitech Business Solutions, Inc., for Invoices 26655, 27289, 27963, 28689, 29430, 30147, 30873, 31656, 32417 and 33243 totaling $645.42 for copier maintenance and cost per copy for the reason that Purchase Order protocol was not followed. [Account #801-3001-6402]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #29.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

UniTech Invoices

30.

AI-1222 Discussion and possible action to accept an FMAG (Fire Management Assistance Grant) in the amount of $27,728.07 from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) to reimburse agencies who responded to a fire at El Cenizo on April 4, 2011. The responding agencies were El Cenizo Volunteer Fire Department, The Rio Bravo Volunteer Fire Department, the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department, The Laredo Fire Department, the Webb County Sheriffs and El Aguila Transportation Department. The reimbursement will be a percentage of the funds spent by each agency.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #30.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Distribution Form

Letters of Award

Table of Payments

31.

AI-1229 Discussion and possible action to approve correction of vendor from Lorex Technology to B & H Photo for the purchase of security cameras at the Webb County Water Utilities Department in the amount of $2,700.00. [Account #750-800-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Security Cameras for Water Utilities

Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center

32.

AI-1206 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer for summer camp costs:

From:	001-6100-6010	Books & Subscriptions	$500
To:	001-6100-6219-2	Goods for Public Events	$500

33.

AI-1246 Discussion and possible action to approve the budget salary adjustment for the following Slot as per the original budgeted rate:

Slot #	Title	Current Salary	Budgeted Salary


2320	Director	$29,120	$44,235

[Co-Sponsored by Linda R. Ramirez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to approve items #32 and #33

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Fernando A. Salinas Community Center

34.

AI-1245 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 June 9, 2014:

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate/Salary

2707	Driver/ Maintenance	10.25 Hourly/ Salary 21,320

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Fire Suppression & EMS Services

35.

AI-1193 Discussion and possible action to accept a donation from Devon Energy Corporation in the amount of $1,000.00, to be utilized in the purchase of firefighting foam, eductors, firefighting equipment; and authorizing all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

Attachments:

Devon Energy Check

36.

AI-1194 Discussion and possible action to authorize the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department to submit a Texas Forest Service Fire Department Grant Assistance application for up to $12,000.00 for volunteer firefighter training, and authorizing the County Judge to act as the County's Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's request for Texas Forest Service Fire Department Assistance funding. This application does not require County matching funds.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #35 and #36

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Indigent Healthcare Services

37.

AI-1218 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover unexpected travel costs:

From:	001-4101-6022	Professional Services	$1,500
To:	001-4101-5601	Administrative Travel	$1,500

38.

AI-1220 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 June 9, 2014:

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate

1292	Caseworker	Up to $14.25

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to approve items #37 and #38

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Job Description

Juvenile Probation Department

39.

AI-1191 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to cover cost of repairs to the walk-in cooler, locks and intercoms in detention, generator maintenance expenses, upkeep of a/c units and other general building repairs:

From:	001-1301-6022	Professional Services	$20,000


To:	001-1301-6401	Repairs Maint- Building	$12,000
	001-1301-6402	Repairs Maint. Equip.	$ 8,000
			$20,000

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Law Library

40.

AI-1214 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover maintenance fees for copier:

From:	001-1130-6010	Books & Subscription	$400
To:	001-1130-6402	Equipment Maintenance	$400

Planning

41.

AI-1225 Discussion and possible action to issue a “Certificate of Compliance with Plat Requirements Regarding the Connection of Utilities” pursuant to Section 232.028 (b)(2), & (b)(3), Texas Local Government Code to authorize an electrical service connection to an unplatted 0.5 acre tract of land, more or less, known as the North ½ of Lot 10, Block 14, Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision, as further described in Vol. 3569, Pgs. 212-3, W.C.D.R. (Application ID 3323). Approval is limited to One (1) dwelling only.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #40 and #41

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Certification- Bertha Del Carmen Lara (ID 3323) - Executed

App ID 3323 Cert

App ID 3323 Bkp

Public Defender

42.

AI-1189 Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of employees within the following Slots with salary changes and approve the filling of the vacant Slot, subject upon the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines:

	Slot#	Title	Salary

From:	254	Assistant Public Defender	$81,621
To:	1884	Assistant Public Defender	$85,304


To Fill:	254	Assistant Public Defender	$81,621

43.

AI-1190 Discussion and possible action to approve salary adjustment for the following Slot as per the original budgeted rate.

Slot #	Title	Current Salary	Budgeted Salary


2085	Assistant Public Defender	$74,005	$77,005
2086	Assistant Public Defender	$76,000	$77,005

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to table items #42 and #43

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Purchasing

44.

AI-1192 Discussion and possible action to solicit bids for the following annual contracts:

Bid 2015-60
Annual Contract for Food Commodities
Bid 2015-61
Annual Contract for Tortillas
Bid 2015-69
Annual Contract for Brakes & Rotors for Law Enforcement Vehicles
Bid 2015-76
Annual Contract for Electrical Service for Buses

45.

AI-1195 Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following Annual Contract:

Bid 2015-28 Annual Contract for Asphalt and Concrete Repairs

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #44 and #45

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

46.

AI-1199 Discussion and action to approve a correction to a previously approved agenda item (Commissioner’s Court Date: 09/09/2013- Item #60); the agenda approved the purchase of a copier for $8,293 from Xerox. The actual purchase was for $5,599 from Toshiba. The backup on the agenda indicated that from the 3 cooperative quotes Toshiba had the lower priced copier. There was an error in listing Xerox as the vendor and not Toshiba. [Fund #603-0101-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office June 9, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Purchasing Department, Dr. Cecilia Moreno was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #46.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Attachments:

Copier

47.

AI-1202 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to purchase computers for purchasing staff:

From:	001-0600-6022	Professional Services	$4,000
To:	001-0600-6224	Minor Tools & Apparatus	$4,000

48.

AI-1207  Discussion and possible action to accept the increase in Milk Price for the 2014-2015 extension period for Bid 2014-12 Annual Contract for Milk (Hygeia)

Due to the increase in the Federal Milk Order, prices will be adjusted slightly for the extension period of this contract. Below is the new pricing:

Gallon Whole Milk     3.39   to   3.71
Gallon Milk 2%          3.25   to   3.57
Gallon Milk 1%          3.15   to   3.47
1/2 Pint Whole Milk   0.27   to   0.30
1/2 Pint Milk 2%        0.26   to   0.29
1/2 Pint Milk 1%        0.26   to   0.29
4oz Orange Juice      0.17   to   0.19
6oz Orange Juice      0.24   to   0.25

All other items on the contract will remain at the original quoted price.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #47 and #48

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Veteran's Office

49.

AI-1219 Discussion and possible action to approve the increase in hours from 25 not to exceed 29 hours per week for Two (2) part time employees of the Veteran's Service office.

50.

AI-1227 Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to purchase office supplies, a new printer and ink:

From:	001-5050-5602	Local Mileage	$140
	001-5050-6005	Postage	$200
	001-5050-6007	Dues & Memberships	$130
	001-5050-6014	Equipment Rental	$300
	001-5050-6204	Fuel & Lubricants	$120
	001-5050-6402	Equipment Maint.	$100
			$990


To:	001-5050-6205	Materials & Supplies	$990

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #49 and #50

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

51.

Adjourn

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to adjourn

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

Print Minutes Return
Official Minutes for Webb County Commissioners Court Meeting Monday, June 9, 2014 at 9:00 AM (Approved June 23, 2014)
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: Danny Valdez, County Judge Linda R. Ramirez, Commissioner, Pct. 1 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner, Pct. 2 Jaime Alberto Canales, Commissioner, Pct. 4 Thus constituting a quorum, the Commissioners Court proceeded to act upon the Agenda as posted in the meeting notice of the 6th day of June 2014. Present also were Ms. Virginia Martinez, Deputy County Clerk representing Mrs. Margie Ramirez Ibarra, Ex-officio Clerk of the Commissioners Court, various officers and others interested in the business of the Court.