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| CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE |
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Roll Call by Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk |
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Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation |
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Discussion and possible action for Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Reports (Treasurer, Human Resources, Risk Management; and any other Department reports); and any other matters incident thereto. |
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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. |
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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
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Honorable Selina Mireles, Child Protection Court |
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Discussion and possible action to amend and ratify, by Order, the Resolution previously approved by Commissioners Court on January 12, 2026 to include the Webb County Financial Officer in the Resolution language as requested by the Office of the Governor (OOG), Public Safety Office (PSO). Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a Personal Services Agreement between Webb County for the benefit of the Texas Emergency Network Diversion (TEND) Court and Dr. Frances Bernat, to provide research and evaluation for the TEND Court, commencing October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, subject to annual grant budgetary appropriations, in the amount not exceed Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) for the 2025 - 2026; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2747-1150-001-457008 (Contractual Services)]
Issue: A grant writer is needed to prepare a grant application for the TEND Court program.
Solution: Hire Frances Barnet, who has experience with the TEND Court program and requisite expertise to draft the grant application.
Result: The TEND Court program for children will have submitted an application for grant funding to meet its goals and objectives. Click to View |
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Auditor |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the carryover of remaining grant funds in the budget from the previous fiscal year to the current fiscal year of Five Hundred Fourteen Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-One Dollars and Seventy-Nine Cents ($514,371.79) under the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program(CEAP) as well as Eleven Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Four Dollars and Ninety-Nine Cents ($11,454.99) under the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) as awarded by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs(TDHCA) through Contracts #58250004403 and #61250004368; and any other matters incident thereto. This request is made specifically for Fund Accounts #2362-5150-521 (Administration), #2362-5360-521 (Direct Services), and #2368-5170-521 (Social Services). [Requested by Guillermo Walls, CAA Director; Grant Funds #2362 & #2368]
Issue: Year end balances must be carried over to continue providing services to qualified individuals through to the end of the contract term.
Solution: Approve the budget to be carried over to FY 2026.
Result: The carryover approval will allow for the continuation of services. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer): within Fund #2151 state forfeiture funds. [Requested by Sheriff Martin Cuellar]
Issue: Budget increase to cover fringe benefits from overtime worked under the following: USM, HSTF, ICE, for fiscal year 2026.
Solution: Approve line item transfer.
Result: Funds will be available to cover fringe benefits. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) to the Constable Pct. 4 State forfeiture fund by increasing the expenditure budget by $5,058.00; said amount is available from seized funds pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year). [Requested by Rolando San Miguel, Constable Pct. 4; Fund # 2201-3170-352100 (State Forfeiture)]
Issue: Funds will be used to pay fringe benefits for 2025-2026 HSTF Agreement.
Solution: Submit a budget to the Governing Body that clearly lists and defines the categories of expenditures.
Result: The department can utilize the new proceeds for the official use of this office. Click to View |
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Budget Officer |
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Discussion and possible action to ratify an exception to policy and approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund:
Issue: KoFile Project is needed to digitalize all the records preserved by the District Clerk.
Solution: The KoFile Project will be paid on time and service will not be interrupted.
Result: The Record Preservation Management will continue preserving the District Clerk's paper records. Click to View |
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Building Maintenance
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective February 9, 2026.
Issue: Slot 0037 became vacant October 4, 2025 and Slot 2245 became vacant November 12, 2025.
Solution: Approval to post and fill vacant slots.
Result: This action will allow the Building Maintenance Department to function efficiently and effectively. Click to View |
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Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2 |
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Discussion and possible action to accept a donation in the amount of $500.00 from Medina Electric Cooperative, Inc. for the Santa Teresita Community Center to benefit programs and activities sponsored by the center. Funds to be deposited into Santa Teresita Community Center’s Materials & Supplies account #1001-6300-001-461000. Funds to remain in said account until completely exhausted. Click to View |
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Commissioners Court |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into Amendment 1 to the 801-805 Grant Street Building Stabilization Project with the Webb County Heritage Foundation extending the agreement to September 30, 2026 and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [No effect on the budget - Funding has already been allocated]
Issue: The Heritage Foundation needs additional time to complete its work on the 801-805 Grant Street Properties.
Solution: Amend the agreement to allow some extra time to complete the work.
Result: The Heritage Foundation will complete the Stabilization Project. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve an lnterlocal Agreement authorizing the Webb County Tax Assessor to collect ad valorem taxes for Laredo College for a four year period beginning September 1, 2025 and ending August 31, 2029 ; authorizing the County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents. Click to View |
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Community Action Agency |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the Webb County Community Action Agency (CAA) to enter into a vendor agreement with the Retail Energy providers (listed below) for the continued implementation of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP). These vendor agreements are a Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) requirement for the implementation of the programs, authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and, any other matters incident thereto. These vendor agreements are a requirement by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for the implementation of these social programs. This agreement shall be effective starting on January 1, 2026, and for a period not to exceed two years from that effective date. [Account #2362-5360-521 (Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program)]
Retail Energy Provider:
Medina Electric Cooperative, Inc.
HP Heritage Power
Good Charlie & Co., LLC
Champion Energy Services, LLC
Issue: These vendor agreements are a Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) requirement.
Solution: The Webb County CAA will enter into a two-year vendor agreement with the Retail Energy Provider for the implementation of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP).
Result: The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) will provide funding to be utilized for payment of home energy expenses for qualifying low-income citizens of Webb County. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the release of the following 10% retainage payments (totaling $48,300) to Alamo Homes for mobile homes purchased under the Self-Help Center Grant and authorize the County Judge to sign any relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2533-206000 (Retainage Payable)]
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3509 Reyes -El Cenizo |
$95,000 |
$9,500 |
| Alamo Homes |
616 Morales -El Cenizo |
$97,500 |
$9,750 |
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512 Rio Hudson- Rio Bravo |
$96,500 |
$9,650 |
| Alamo Homes |
1207 Paseo De Tiber-Rio Bravo |
$97,500 |
$9,750 |
| AlamoHomes |
1531 Margarita Ln. - Rio Bravo |
$96,500 |
$9,650 |
Issue: Five mobile homes were purchased under the Self-Help Center Grant and 10% of the total contract amount is held as a retainer. Commissioner's Court approval is required in order to release the final retainage payments.
Solution: Place an agenda item in order to obtain Commissioner's Court approval to authorize the release of payment for retainer.
Result: Alamo Homes will receive the remainder payment for services rendered. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the utilization of CAA El Aguila Rural Transit buses by the Washington Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) at the upcoming events: the Stars and Stripes Air Spectacular on February 15, 2026 (3 buses); the Caballeros Cocktail Party on February 20, 2026 (2 buses); accepting revenue in the amount of Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($3,500.00) for the requested transit services; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any matters incident thereto. [Account #2661-5150-357420 (Other Revenue)] Click to View |
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Honorable Rolando San Miguel, Constable Pct. 4 |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the acceptance of overtime and fringe benefits of the grant funded State and Local Overtime and Authorized Expense/Strategic Initiative Program under the Homeland Security Task Force. HSTF will cover $22,155.25 in overtime from Fund Source 2602. Also, to increase fringe benefits accounts of $5,058.00 by Constable Pct. 4 State Forfeiture Fund #2201 to cover fringe benefits, therefore no impact to the General Fund.
Issue: Approval from Commissioners Court to continue providing fringe benefits covered by Constable Pct. 4 for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Solution: Approval by Commissioners Court.
Result: Constable Pct. 4 Continue providing fringe benefits to the designee. Click to View |
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Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize and ratify a fee waiver for the use of the Fairgrounds for the annual Laredo Crime Stoppers Menudo Bowl due to ongoing renovations, and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View |
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Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a reimbursement agreement between Webb County for the benefit of the District Attorney’s Office and the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) for an amount not to exceed $530,150.00. The total reimbursable amount covers overtime for investigators assigned to the DEA Task Force ($530,150.00). The period of performance for this agreement is October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. Forfeiture funds will be utilized to cover the fringe benefits allocated to the overtime therefore no impact to the General Fund. [Account #2587-2260-001-413000]
Issue: Collaboration between Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies is necessary to pursue and dismantle organized crime organizations along Webb County and the Texas Border.
Solution: Accept Federal assistance to continue local participation in Joint Operations under the Homeland Security Task Forces Program.
Result: Disruption of organized criminal activity along the Texas border and in Webb County. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to purchase 2 new vehicles and include them in the Webb County District Attorney's Office fleet. (1) 2026 Chevrolet Silverado, (1) 2026 Tahoe not to exceed $120,790. Vehicles will be purchased from SAMES Chevrolet under TIPS contract No. 240901. Operational expenses will be covered by grant funds and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #2739-2260-001-470000]
Issue: Grants were awarded for the purchase of (2) vehicles.
Solution: Authorize the purchase of capital equipment utilizing the Webb County District Attorney’s Office BPU funds. Operational expenses for fuel and maintenance will be covered by general funds.
Result: The District Attorney’s Office will add 2 new vehicles to their fleet. Click to View |
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Economic Development |
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Discussion and possible action to accept the grant award for the Texas CDBG Colonia Fund Construction - House to Line Connection, and enter into an agreement with contract No.CFC25-0287 from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) in the amount of $1,000,000 in grant funds for first-time potable water services through residential house-to-line connections, in conjunction with on-site sewage facility mitigation or installation for eligible homes located in Colonia La Presa, and to authorize the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This contract agreement commences on February 1, 2026, and ends on January 31, 2028. This grant does not require a cash match and will not have an impact on the general fund. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department, and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) policy procedures.
Issue: There is a need for water infrastructure improvements for Colonia La Presa and ensure access to safe, clean drinking water and enhance system functionality.
Solution: Enhance the water quality through the installation of new water infrastructure and the development of a proper sewer system.
Result: Quality of life for residents in Colonia La Presa will significantly improve with the water system upgrades, and have access to safe, decent, and sanitary water. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution for approval to submit a grant application to the Office of the Governor for federal funds authorized under 34 U.S.C. §60702 Project Safe Neighborhoods Block Grant Program estimated at $49,993.25 over the term of the contract. This formal request shall authorize the County Judge to act as the County's Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in this grant. All grant documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Guadalupe Gomez, Constable Pct. 1]
Issue: Our community continues to face persistent crime challenges. This initiative seeks to create and sustain safer neighborhoods through a measurable reduction in violent crime by targeting criminal gangs and the illegal possession, trafficking, and use of firearms, while strengthening coordinated law enforcement efforts and community-based crime prevention strategies.
Solution: Approve a Resolution authorizing the submission of the PSN Block Grant application in the estimated amount of $49,993.25 and authorizing the County Judge to act on behalf of the County in all matters pertaining to participation in the grant
Result: Approval will allow Webb County to timely submit a compliant grant application, secure potential federal funding to support public safety initiatives, and ensure proper authorization and administrative oversight throughout the grant term. This item has no financial impact on the county. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve and authorize the Webb County Commissioners Court to appoint Mr. James Flores, Economic Development Executive Director, as the Labor Standards Officer and designation for Civil Rights Officer to the Texas CDBG Colonia Fund Construction No. CFC25-0287 grant and authorize the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This action will not have an impact on the County's General Fund.
Issue: Labor Standards & Civil Rights Officer must be appointed to comply with funding agency requirements.
Solution: Appointment will allow the department to oversee the labor portion of the project and allow compliance of fair housing and equal opportunity activities with contract.
Result: The Economic Development Department will assure compliance with requirements from funding agency. Click to View |
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Elections Administration |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of an Election Systems & Software hardware Maintenance and software license and Support Services Agreement between Webb County and ES&S (Election Systems & Software LLC) in the amount of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars and Forty-Five cents ($130,578,45), for the Hardware maintenance and software license support. The payment is for the January 2, 2026 thru October 31, 2026 fiscal year support coverage period, and to approve by order a discretionary exemption in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (Discretionary Exemptions) (a.) (7) an item that can be obtained from only one source and to further authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1110-443000-110 (Repairs & Maintenance Software)] Click to View |
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Engineering |
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Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order No. 002 for Additional Days (30) Stoddard General Contractors for the Dean Senator Judith Zaffirini Justice Center Building Envelope Site Rehabilitation Project. The Contract Sum will not be increased by this Change Order; and authorize the Webb County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [No Impact to the account]
Issue: The following items have impacted the progress of the project; Contingency Allowance CAA-004R and Contingency Allowance CA005R. These items may be found on the attached documents. Completion date to be extended thirty (30) calendar days.
Solution: Approval of Change Order which will increase the contract time by thirty (30) days.
Result: Substantial completion date will be July 30, 2026. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to ratify Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $97,167.37 to 360 General Contractors, Inc., for ARPA Project No. 0003 Webb County Emergency Operations Center; and authorize the County Judge to sign any relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #3874 (Interest Income Series 2019A)]
Issue: Additional changes to scope of work as requested by Owner.
Solution: As requested by Owner; full system programming and integration, cameras and access control system. Electrical panel addition. Installation of an additional door for the new lounge closet. Elevator room modification (as per the state inspector), relocation of smoke detectors, light fixtures, and sprinkler heads.
Result: Approval of items as requested by Owner. Completion of Project. Click to View |
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Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a sixty (60) month (September 1, 2025, through September 1, 2030) Non-Financial Cooperative Agreement of Affiliation between Laredo College and Webb County for the Head Start/Early Head Start Program. The purpose of the agreement is for the Child Development Program at Laredo College and the Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start Program to develop and implement fieldwork and/or clinical experience for Child Development and/or Education students and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. Click to View |
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Human Resources |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective February 9, 2026:
Issue: Slot became vacant on January 30, 2026.
Solution: Approval to post and fill slot# 2427.
Result: This action will assist the Human Resources Department with its multiple work functions, projected projects, and tasks. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to issue Military Pay after having verified valid military orders for slot no. 425, in the amount of Six Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Seven Dollars and Thirty-Three Cents ($6,337.33) Slot no. 412 in the amount of Three Thousand Fourteen Dollars and Forty-Eight Cents ($3,014.48), and Slot no. 501 in the amount of Twenty-Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy-Five Dollars and Forty-Five Cents ($22,375.45), pursuant to Texas Government Code §437.202 “LEAVE OF ABSENCE FOR PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES” in the total amount of Thirty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars and Twenty-Six Cents ($31,727.26); said employees were placed back in employment as required under the Tex. Gov. Code. §437.204; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #'s 1001-3190-201, and 1001-4070-203 (Sheriff's Office - Security, Jail)] Click to View |
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Judicial Collections |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective February 9, 2026:
Issue: Slot #1873 will become vacant on February 13. 2026.
Solution: Approval to post and fill.
Result: The filling of Slot #1873 will allow the Judicial Collections Department to continue to function effectively. Click to View |
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Planning & Physical Development |
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Discussion and possible action to grant preliminary and final plat approval to a re-plat of Lot 14, Block 6, Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision as recorded in Vol. 5, Page 19 of the Webb County Records, into Lots 14A and 14B, Block 6, Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision and issue a Certificate of Compliance with plat requirements (ID 14419). Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the ratification of an exception for a one-time credit card charge not to exceed $1,090.00 for the conference fees for two Planning employees for the Texas On-site Wastewater Association (TOWA) 33rd Annual Conference, utilizing the Webb County credit card, and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2007-7030-001-456205 (Training & Education)]
Issue: Planning personnel are required to maintain active licenses for wastewater facility licensing. The available continuing education conference requires a credit card in order to register for the classes and reserve the slot. Limited availability made it necessary to use the County credit card as soon as possible to secure two slots.
Solution: Authorize an exception to the current rule limiting the use of the County credit card to air-fare related expenditures, allowing its use for the TOWA registration fees.
Result: The County credit card will be used for this one-time purchase. Click to View |
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Public Health Services |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot(s), as well as any remaining vacancies should these slots be filled internally, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective February 9, 2026:
Issue: Current vacant slot(s) are needed in preparation for the upcoming Southern Health Facility operations.
Solution: Approval to post and fill slot(s).
Result: The filling of vacant slots will ensure adequate staffing for the Public Health Services Department. Click to View |
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Purchasing |
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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 the 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, damage, 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 a public auction, dispose of, or destroy property that cannot be sold in a public auction because it has been deemed worthless or disposed of 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. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of forty-five (45) Ballistic Level III vests for Constables 1-4 to include Tactical Level III mini shields and Active Shooter entry tools from Kirkpatrick Guns and Ammo, Inc. (Buy-Board No. 698-23) for an amount not to exceed $81,057.00 and to further authorize the transfer of funds from Account #1001-1130-001-47000 (General Fund-General Operating Exp-Administration-Capital Outlay) to Account #1001-3150, 3160, 3170, 3180-001-460105 (General Fund-Constable Pct 1-4-Minor Tools & Apparatus) and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The Webb County Constables are requesting new ballistic vests, ballistic shields and entry tools for their respective law enforcement operations. TCOLE (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement) currently mandates law enforcement agencies to carry the shields and entry tools for active shooter scenarios. In addition, the Constables are requesting to order ballistic vests that will be expiring in the coming months in anticipation of lead times for delivery after orders are authorized.
Solution: Consideration by Commissioners Court to authorize the purchase and transfer of funds for the requested equipment for law enforcement use. See attached backup (Quote) provided for a detailed breakdown by Constable's Office.
Result: If approved, the order will be placed by the Webb County Purchasing Agent after the funds are transferred to each respective account. ETA is 60-90 days. Click to View |
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Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into an Agreement for an amount of Twenty Two Thousand One Hundred Fifty Five Dollars and Twenty Five Cents ($22,155.25) with the Homeland Security Task Force and Webb County for the benefit of the Webb County Sheriff's Office for the performance period of (October 1, 2025–September 30, 2026, being FY 2026), said agreement will provide funding needed for task force duties and overtime reimbursement payments to Webb County and the Webb County Sheriffs' Office will cover and estimated Six Thousand Dollars ($6,000) in fringe benefits from its State Forfeiture Account; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to accept a donation for Cause No. 2025CRD000584D2CTI & 2024CRO001082D2 from the Webb County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, as per Local Government Code 81.032 (Acceptance of Donations) for Safe Haven in the amount of Three Hundred Eighty- Two Dollars ($382.00), and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2028-1150-357270 (Donations)] Click to View |
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1848 Event Center |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize an exception to the budget policy and authorize the following line item transfers and ratification of payment:
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Adopted |
Request |
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End Bal. |
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2031-1010-001-452005 |
Promoter Security Contingency |
$150,00.00 |
$40,000.00 |
$150,000.00 |
$110,00.00 |
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2031-1010-001-432001 |
Professional Services |
$90,000.00 |
$12,100.00 |
$89,650.00 |
$77,550.00 |
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$52,100.00 |
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2031-6430-001-463010-010 |
Food & Setup COS- Package B Casual |
$50,000.00 |
$40,000.00 |
$-19,040.89 |
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Advertising — Awareness & Activities |
$85,000.00 |
$12,100.00 |
$-12,085.50 |
$14.50 |
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Issue: The transfer is necessary to address unforeseen expenses associated with an increased number of events, as well as an unanticipated advertising expense in 2025.
Solution: Approve the transfer to cover expenses.
Result: Transfer will ensure funding to cover the unexpected expenses. Click to View |
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REGULAR AGENDA
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| Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the addition of 1 forfeited vehicle into the Webb County District Attorney's Office fleet (1) 2021 GMC Terrain, and make an exception to have the operational expenses covered by general funds and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #1001-2260-001]
Issue: The District Attorney’s Office forfeited said vehicle and would like to add it to its fleet.
Solution: Authorize the acceptance of forfeited equipment into the District Attorney’s Office fleet. Cost of vehicle maintenance and fuel expenses will be covered by the District Attorney’s Office General funds.
Result: The District Attorney’s Office will have sufficient vehicles needed to operate. Click to View |
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| Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize an exception to Webb County Personnel policy and approve the transfer of employee earned accruals from slot #4058, currently under the SB22 grant, to Webb County slot #455.
Issue: The CBA officer in the grant slot has accrued leave and is transferring from the grant funded slot to a Webb County slot.
Solution: Allow the one-time transfer of accruals for CBA member from Grant SB22 slot #4058 to Webb County slot #455.
Result: Webb County will not payout accruals and will allow the employee to use earned accruals. Click to View |
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| Honorable Sabino M. Morales, Jr. Constable Pct. 3 |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize Precinct 3 Deputy Constables to station (pick up and drop off) service vehicles at the Webb County Youth Village for all shift work and to allow Constable Deputies to report for duty (clock in and out) at the Youth Village for all shifts and any matters incident thereto. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the submission of a Criminal Justice Grant Program, FY2027 Grant application to the Office of the Governor (OOG) in an amount up to $70,000 for the acquisition and implementation of a cloud-based Records Management System (RMS) and related system components for the Webb County Constable Pct. 1 Office, to support violent crime and firearms-related initiatives, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents, including the resolution, and any other matters incident thereto. This grant requires no cash match and will have no impact on the County’s General Fund. All required documents were submitted to the Economic Development Department and were found to be in compliance with the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) policy. [Requested by Guadalupe Gomez, Constable Pct. 1]
Issue: Modern law enforcement agencies must maintain accurate, secure, and timely records to support daily operations, effective investigations, and successful case outcomes. The Webb County Constable Pct. 1 Office depends on efficient data collection, reporting, and information-sharing to respond to calls for service, conduct investigations, and maintain accountability. Reliance on handwritten notes, manual forms, or outdated records systems can slow case development, increase reporting errors, and ultimately impacting operational efficiency, data integrity, and officer safety.
Solution: Approval of the Criminal Justice Grant Program FY2027 Grant application will provide funding for the acquisition and implementation of a modern, cloud-based Records Management System (RMS) for the Webb County Constable Pct. 1 Office. The proposed RMS will enable officers to efficiently build, manage, and close cases through a secure, integrated platform that streamlines reporting and data management. The RMS will reduce administrative burden by auto-populating incident reports with Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) data, digital evidence, citizen inputs, and transcribed officer narratives, allowing officers to spend more time on patrol and less time completing paperwork. Built-in compliance and validation tools will prompt officers for required information and verify reports prior to submission, reducing rework and minimizing Incident-Based Reporting (IBR) error rates. Automated record quality controls—including record retention, merging, sealing, deletion, and purging—will ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance. Additionally, the system will include integrated, cloud-native digital evidence management, eliminating data silos and enabling the secure collection, storage, management, and sharing of digital evidence to support investigations and prosecutions. This grant requires no cash match and will be implemented with no impact to the County’s General Fund.
Result: The implementation of a grant-funded Records Management System will significantly enhance the operational efficiency and investigative capabilities of the Webb County Constable Pct. 1 Office. Anticipated outcomes include faster and more accurate case creation and closure, improve data quality and consistency, reduced reporting errors, enhanced digital evidence handling, and increased officer time available for proactive policing. Collectively, these improvements will strengthen violent crime and firearms-related enforcement efforts, improve coordination with partner agencies, and enhance public safety for the community, all without financial impact to the County’s General Fund. Click to View |
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| Purchasing |
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Discussion and possible action to accept the rankings and award Request for Proposal (RFP) 2026-002 “Webb County Inmate Telephone Services” to the highest ranking firm to provide Inmate Telephone Services at the Webb County Jail. The awarded vendor will provide a turnkey, fully managed Inmate telephone system that includes all equipment, installation, maintenance, network services, and customer support necessary to provide secure, reliable, and monitored telecommunications for inmates and facility staff in full compliance with all applicable Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS) requirements and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations governing Inmate calling services. For an initial three (3) year term, with the option to extend for two (2) additional one-year terms at the County’s sole discretion, pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, §262.030 (Alternative Proposal Procedures for Certain Goods and Services), and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-4070-357140]
Issue: Due to a recent ruling(s) from the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) enforcement of new rate caps for calls and video will go into effect on May 6, 2026. As a result, the Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure competitive sealed proposals which would include the new madates by the FCC.
Solution: Consideration to approve a service agreement with the highest ranking proposer.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the service agreement between Webb County and the awarded company. Click to View |
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Status report by D&M Leasing regarding the County’s active vehicle leases for both law enforcement and white vehicles with discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to order the replacement of active leased vehicles based on the recommendation by D&M Leasing subject to final directive by the Webb County Commissioners Court and any other matters incident thereto. [Operational Lease Accounts]
Issue: There are currently over 200 units out of 338 active vehicle leases that have surpassed the lease term and are up for replacement. The recommendation includes law enforcement vehicles and white fleet for civilian employees assigned a unit. Lease terms being recommended are based on usage and projected mileage by each department/office.
Solution: Consideration by Commissioners Court to authorize the replacement recommendation by D&M Leasing and the Purchasing Agent as presented. An annual budget comparison will be provided to the Court to ensure it is financially feasible to implement the entire recommended replacement schedule or to phase it accordingly. It is projected that the initial monthly lease expenses will not impact the County’s budget until September 2026 based on the timeline for both law enforcement and white fleet to be delivered after official orders are placed and if order banks are open for the specific models being requested.
Result: If approved, the Purchasing Agent will work with D&M Leasing to initiate the orders authorized by the Commissioners Court. Financial impact on new rates are projected to start in July 2026 & September 2026 for white fleet and law enforcement units, respectively. Click to View |
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| Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2 |
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Discussion with possible action authorizing county staff and administration to collaborate with the City of Laredo to seek a proposal for animal control services in the unincorporated areas of the county; and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: Regulating and controlling stray and dangerous animals in the county continues to be a concern for county residents. The Sheriff’s Office is the only authorized official that can enforce certain rules regarding dogs and dangerous animals, but with limited capacity.
Solution: Working in partnership with the City of Laredo through an interlocal agreement for animal control services in the unincorporated areas of the county would help both governing entities in addressing and controlling this problem.
Result: Potential agreement for services would help control and regulate this issue in the county. Click to View |
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| Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of a County representative to the Laredo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors for One (1) year term. [Requested by Laredo Economic Development Corporation] Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to settle the claim presented by Gonzalez & Associates Law for their client Yulisa Jimenez (Tristar Claim No. 24913007), for an alleged incident that occurred October 18, 2024, and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (1)(A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending settlement offer)] Click to View |
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Consultation and deliberations with legal counsel regarding First Amendment to Reinvestment Zone Number 1, Tax Abatement Agreement between Gransolar Texas Two LLC, DBA Cuchillas BESS and Webb County, Texas; and any matters incident thereto. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Local Govt. Code Section 551.071 Consultation with Legal Counsel and Section 551.087 discussions and deliberations regarding the offer of financial or other incentive to business prospect] Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action regarding First Amendment to Reinvestment Zone Number 1, Tax Abatement Agreement between Gransolar Texas Two LLC, DBA Cuchillas BESS and Webb County, Texas, pursuant to the County’s Guidelines And Criteria under the Property Redevelopment And Tax Abatement Act, Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code, proposing to extend the anticipated commencement date for Commercial Operations from no later than December 31, 2026, to no later than December 31, 2030; and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to conduct interviews with the qualified applicants for the position of Executive Director of Capital Projects – Infrastructure, and to possibly select the best-suited applicant, including setting a salary, start date, and any other matters incident thereto. (Candidate selection will be contingent upon satisfactory completion of the pre-employment process). (Grade 28/D-M, $107,036.80 – $119,683.20). [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.017 (A) (B) (Consultation with Attorney) and Section 551.075 (Personnel Matters)] Click to View |
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Communications |
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Adjourn |
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The Webb County Commissioners Court hereby reserves the right to go into closed session at any time during this public meeting, if such is requested by the County Attorney or other legal counsel for the County, pursuant to his or her duty under Section 551.071(2) of the Government Code, to consult privately with his or her client on an item on the agenda, or on a matter arising out of such item.
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Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aid of service such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or need large print are requested to contact the court administrator at (956) 523-4622.
DATED THIS ______ DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2026
By: ______________________________
Melinda Mata
Court Administrator
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CERTIFICATION OF NOTICE AND POSTING
I, the undersigned, County Clerk, do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting of the Webb County Commissioners Court, is a true and correct copy of said notice, and that I posted a true and correct copy of said notice on the bulletin board at the Courthouse door of Webb County, Texas, at a place readily accessible to the general public at all times on the _____ day of February, 2026 and said notice remained so posted continuously for at least Three (3) business days preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
DATED THIS ______ DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2026
MARGIE RAMIREZ IBARRA, COUNTY CLERK, WEBB COUNTY, TEXAS
BY: ______________________________________________
Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, County Clerk
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