Discussion and possible action to approve the following Bond increases for County Court at Law #1 and County Court at Law #2, in order to be in compliance according to Texas Estates Code 1201.003 "Judge's Liability", and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Dr. Pedro F. Alfaro, Webb County Risk Management Administrator; Account #1001-1180-001-452001-010 (Bonds & Insurance)]
Name
Department
Current Amount
New Amount
Hon. Hugo Martinez
County Court At Law #1
$10,000
$250,000
Hon. Victor Villarreal
County Court At Law #2
$10,000
$250,000
Issue: Current bonds are not in compliance with the law, we need to increase the bond amount.
Solution: Obtain the bond increase with Court approval.
Result: Webb County will be in compliance with State Law.