Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal Requests for Proposals for a building lease to house the Economic Development Department with further action providing the Purchasing Agent direction on the number of years term of lease should be; current lease expires on October 31, 2018. [Requested by James Flores, Economic Development Director; Account #1001-1310-001-444100 (Space Rental)]
Issue: The building lease agreement for the building currently utilized by the Economic Development staff will expire and as per State Law will not allowed to be renewed.
Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit for formal request for proposals to determine the best and most advantageous proposal for Webb County.
Result: Secure formal proposals and make a recommendation to Commissioners’ Court based on advertised criteria and proposal that is in the best interest for Webb County.