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COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING: |
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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 Joe Lopez, 49th District Court Judge |
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Discussion and possible action to approve payments for memberships to non-profit state association for the 49th District Court for fiscal year 2022 as required by Local Government Code Section 89.002 subject to funds and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: Local Government Code 89.002 Requires that: The Commissioners Court may spend, in the name of the county, money from the county for membership fees and dues of a non-profit state association of counties.
Solution: Obtain court approval as required.
Result: Purchase Orders for state associations approved by Commissioners Court will be processed for payment. |
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Auditor |
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Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment within existing budget (line item transfer) within Grant funds; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff; Grant Funds #2701]
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Acct. Number |
Acct. Name |
Adopted |
Request |
Current |
End Bal. |
From: |
2701-3010-001-456205 |
Training/Education |
$1,200 |
$300 |
$300 |
-0- |
To: |
2701-3010-001-461006 |
K9 Support |
$7,208 |
$300 |
$749.41 |
$1049.41 |
Issue: A small amount of remaining grant funding in travel/training is required to be utilized, and a line item transfer was approved by the funding agency to utilize these residual funds.
Solution: Request a line item transfer.
Result: Funding will be available to be utilized for the purchase of K9 supplies to zero out grant funding and close out the grant. |
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Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within Grant funds. [Requested by Community Action Agency]
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Acct. Number |
Acct. Name |
Adopted |
Request |
Current |
End Bal. |
From: |
2371-5260-521-456005 |
Postage & Courier Service |
$200. |
$100 |
$182.00 |
$82.00 |
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237-15260-521-443000-020 |
Repairs & Maint. Bldg |
$3,000 |
$343 |
$1343.54 |
$1,000.54 |
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2371-5260-521-443000-035 |
Repairs & Maint. Equip. |
$3,000 |
$943 |
$1943.12 |
$1,000.12 |
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2371-5260-460000 |
Office Supplies |
$5,000 |
$100 |
$237.68 |
$137.68 |
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$1,486 |
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To: |
2371-5260-461000 |
Materials & Supplies |
$30,000 |
$1,486 |
$5,331.78 |
$6,818.56 |
Issue: Meals On Wheels Requires funds to be transferred into Materials & Supplies to cover the raise in cost for trays used for the Home Delivery Meals.
Solution: By Commissioners Court ratification of the approval, we will have funds to continue to cover cost.
Result: With funds available, the department will be able to cover the cost for the home delivered meals and congregate meals program. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment to the District Attorney State forfeiture fund by increasing the expenditure budget by $11,200; said amount is available from seized funds pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney; Fund #2160-2260]
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2160-259700 |
Fund Balance |
$11,200 |
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To: |
2160-2260-001-456205 |
Training & Education |
$7,000 |
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2160-2260-001-461000 |
Materials & Supplies |
$3,200 |
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2160-2260-001-443000-075 |
Repairs & Maintenance Vehicles |
$1,000 |
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$11,200 |
Issue: New proceeds under Chapter 59 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. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment to the District Attorney State forfeiture fund by increasing the expenditure budget by $5,300; 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]
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Amount |
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2161-259700 |
Fund Balance |
$5,300 |
To: |
2161-2260-001-464005 |
Books & Subscriptions |
$5,300 |
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. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment of $12,112 to the District Attorney Federal Forfeiture Fund from new proceeds received from the U.S. Department of Justice Equitable Share Program. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney; Fund #2162 (Department of Justice - Federal Forfeiture)]
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Account Name |
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2162-259700 |
Fund Balance |
$12,112 |
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2162-2260-001-455501 |
Drug Free Campaign |
$6,470 |
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2162-2260-001-462605 |
Fuel & Lubricants |
$5,642 |
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$12,112 |
Issue: New equitable shared funds have been awarded to the District Attorney's Office and may be spent after a budget for the expenditure of the proceeds has been submitted to the Governing Body. The budget must be detailed and clearly define the categories of expenditures.
Solution: Submit a budget to the Governing Body that clearly defines the categories of expenditures to be incurred with the new proceeds.
Result: The District Attorney's Office will add the new proceeds to its current expenditure budget to be utilized for law enforcement purposes in accordance with the Department of Justice Equitable Sharing Guidelines. |
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Civil Legal Division |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a two-year Option Extension Agreement (October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2024) between Angel Care Ambulance Service, LLC and Webb County for medical ambulance services at a monthly cost of Sixty Two Thousand Dollars ($62,000.00) for a total cost of One Million Four Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Dollars ($1,488,000) over the two year term extension, subject to annual budget appropriations, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Ricardo Range Rangel, Webb County Fire Department Chief; Account #1001-5370-001-463535 (Emergency Medical Service)]
Issue: Residents of the unincorporated areas of Webb County do not have access to emergency ambulance care services as do residents living within the corporate limits of the City of Laredo.
Solution: Provide Emergency Ambulance Care Services to the residents of the unincorporated areas of Webb County, which said county has been and is currently providing.
Result: Provide Emergency Ambulance Care Services to the residents of the unincorporated areas of Webb County, which said county has been and is currently providing. |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year (September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023) non-financial senior job skills training program agreement by and between Webb County (“Host Agency”) and AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Agency Program, to provide job training to senior citizen volunteers at NO COST to Webb County, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Dr. Pedro Alfaro, Webb County Risk Management Administrator] |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into an amendment correcting the legal description in an Oil and Gas Lease dated May 1, 2022 between Webb County as Lessor/Surface Owner/agent on behalf of the State of Texas and Tilden Capital Operating, LLC., as Lessee, in Instrument Number 1470402, Volume 5290, Page 822, Official Public Records of Webb County, Texas on a Texas Mineral Classified tract of land, in Webb County, Texas; being 10.0 acres of land, more or less, being part of subdivision C-14, containing 20 acres of the Botines Subdivision, Survey, 744, A-2692, Webb County, Texas as per plat of said subdivision recorded in Vol. 2, Page 212, Webb County Plat Records and being further described in Warranty Deed dated April 3, 1972, from E.J. Dryden, Jr., to Wenceslao Trevino, Jr., recorded in Volume 418, Page 305, Deed Records, Webb County, Texas SAVE AND EXCEPT; 10 acres of land, more or less, being described as C-14 “B” in Warranty Deed with Vendor’s Lien dated March 10, 1980, from Wesceslao Trevino, Jr., et ux to Nancy Valle, et al, recorded in Volume 609, Page 282, Official Public Records, Webb County, Texas; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Webb County Civil Legal Division] |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Software Services Agreement between Guard1 and Webb County. These services will integrate the Gaurd1 Jail Software at the Webb County Jail into the Tyler Software that is part of the County Odyssey system for a total cost of Two Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars ($2,995.00) and authorizing the County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff, Account #1001-4070-001-461000 Materials and Supplies] |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of a System Administrator Data Base Collection Design and Development Consulting professional services agreement between Webb County for its Headstart/Early Headstart Department programs and InNovo Administrators, LLC., for a One (1) year term effective on August 1, 2022, and shall expire on September 30, 2023, for a total cost of Six Thousand Four Hundred Ten Dollars ($6,410.00), and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #’s 2357-5230-531-432068, 2358-5205-531-432068, 2361-5200-531-432068 & 2367-5230-531-432068 (Consultant’s Training)] |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a three-year (September 12, 2022 through September 11, 2025) subscription service Agreement with NEOGOV for an online portal service module (“Recruit Module”) which will streamline the job application process for potential new hires in an amount not to exceed Sixty-Six Thousand Three Hundred Twenty-Six Dollars Twenty Cents ($66,326.20) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by Ernesto Guajardo, Human Resources Director; Account #1001-1230-001-443000-110 (Repairs & Maintenance Software)]
Issue: This added module will allow potential employees to fill out required forms paperless and contactless which will expedite the pre-employment process more effectively.
Solution: NEOGOV provides existing software used by County Human Resource Services department for Webb County employees. The onboard subscription service agreement would be an added module to enhance existing services for new hires. This subscription service agreement is being recommended from only once source due to existing software in place in order for it to be compatible.
Result: Onboard provides potential employees with a pre-start date checklist driving visibility and new hire engagement, paperless and contactless. |
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Discussion and possible action to adopt fees (effective January 1, 2023, pursuant to Texas Government Code Sec. 118.131) charged for civil services by the Webb County Constables for Precinct 1, 2, 3, & 4 as follows:
Sheriff's Office proposed fees |
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Service of Citation |
$100 |
Service of Indictments |
$100 |
Service of Citation by Publication |
$100 |
Service of Citation Posting |
$100 |
Serving of Subpoenas |
$100 |
Serving of Summons |
$100 |
Serving of Summons (Juvenile) |
$100 |
Service of Subpoenas (Juvenile) |
$100 |
Serving Forcible Detainer |
$125 |
Serving Small Claims Court Citation |
$100 |
Serving Justice Court Citation |
$100 |
Temporary Restraining Order |
$125 |
Writ of Attachment |
$200 |
Writ of Execution |
$200 |
Writ of Garnishment |
$200 |
Writ of Possession |
$200 |
Writ of Sequestration |
$200 |
Order of Sale |
$200 |
Protective Order (to be charged to respondent) |
$150 |
For Executing a Deed to purchaser of real estate under Execution Order Sales |
$50 |
Bill of Sale |
$50 |
For Executing a Bill of Sale to each purchaser of personal prop under Execution of order of sale when demanded by purchaser |
$50 |
Sheriff's Court Services Fee |
$20 |
Service of Precept |
$80 |
Protective Order (to be charged to respondent) |
$150 |
Issue: The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is compiling the 2023 Sheriffs’ and Constables’ Fees report as required under Texas Local Government Code, Section 118.131. This law requires each Commissioners Court to set fees charged for civil services by the Sheriffs’ and Constables’ and directs that these fees be reported to the Comptroller. These fees must be set before October 1st of each year and are effective the 1st of January.
Solution: Commissioners Court approval of new fees for civil services to meet October 1st deadline.
Result: Webb County and the Constable Offices will meet the requirements required by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a one year (September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023) Interlocal Agreement with United Independent School District (“UISD”) for juvenile court coordinators for the Justice of the Peace Court Precinct 2, Place 1, in the amount of Seventeen Thousand Two Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars ($17,295.00) being the County’s Share and Twenty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Sixty-One Dollars ($25,361.00) being the County’s share for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 for a total amount for both Justice of the Peace Precincts being Forty-Two Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Six Dollars ($42,656.00).[Juvenile Case Manager Fund J.P. Pct. 4 J. Salinas #2014-2180-341262 and J.P. Pct. 2 Pl. 1 R. Quintana #2014-2160-001-43201 (Professional Services)]
Issue: Webb County Justices of the Peace Courts provide truancy court for juveniles referred to their Courts by school districts for violation of compulsory state attendance laws. The Justices of the Peace require the presence of school district Attendance Officers in order to enforce these school compulsory attendance laws. These Attendance Officers assist the Justices of the Peace in providing court coordination of the truancy services, which requires
Solution: UISD and Webb County each pay ½ the salaries for Attendance Officers acting as Justice Court Coordinators overseeing the truancy court docket.
Result: Provide truancy court for juveniles referred to Justice of the Peace Courts by school districts. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between Webb County for the benefit of the Webb Sheriff's Office and Homeland Security & Investigations for reimbursement of employee overtime incurred from joint law enforcement operations, for the performance period of October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023, in the amount of Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000.00). Forfeiture funds will be utilized to cover the applicable fringe benefits associated with this project's employee(s) overtime, therefore there will be no impact to the General Fund; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Webb County Sheriff, Martin Cuellar; Fund-2601 Homeland Security and Fund 2150 State Forfeiture Funds for Fringe]
Issue: Collaboration between Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies is necessary to combat criminal organizations illegally exploiting America’s travel, trade, financial and immigration systems.
Solution: Accept Federal assistance to continue local participation in Homeland Security investigations, strategic initiatives and prosecution of organized crime.
Result: Disruption of organized criminal activity in Webb County and along the Texas border. |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a one year (September 12, 2022 through September 11, 2023) “Local Partnership Agreement” between The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (“NCMEC”) and the Texas (Trafficking) Emergency Network Diversion (TEND) Court Program overseen by Judge Selina Mireles wherein NCMEC will provide, at no cost to Webb County, “NetSmartz and KidSmartz facilitator training (one day) to a person designated by the TEND Court Program which will allow said person to provide school and community based presentations involving Missing and Exploited Children and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Judge Selina L. Mireles, TEND Court Program] |
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Community Action Agency |
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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 September 12, 2022:
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1217 |
Food Transporter |
$10.33 |
Issue: The Employee that was in Slot #1217 transferred to a full time position effective 08/24/2022.
Solution: Request to fill this vacant slot will allow the department to continue to operate effectively.
Result: The filling of the slot #1217 will allow the department to be full staff in the count grants approval. |
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Discussion and possible action to accept Amendment No. 18 for the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Contract #000158100 for the fiscal Year 2022-2023, in the amount of ($529,465.21) Five Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Five Dollars and Twenty-One Cents and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents, any other matters incident thereto. This action 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. [Grant Account #2371-5150-521-330300]
Issue: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (Region 11, HHS Contract No 000158100) is an ongoing amendment that is ratified every year. The contact is amended to establish the fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget by adding funding in the amount of $529,465.21 for the home delivered meals program.
Solution: The discussion and possible action is to accept Amendment #18 with the current HHSC contract to provide Home-Delivered Meals to the elderly, home-bound residents of Webb County.
Result: The HHSC contract will provide an estimated 99,711 Home Delivered Meals from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023. |
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Discussion and possible action to award RFP 2022-003 "Self-Help Center Home Construction Program - TCDP #7220013 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Corporation" to Habitat for Humanity of Laredo, Inc., contingent upon the receipt of the final Executed Contract Amendment #1 for the Self-Help Center Program Contract #7220013 and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: Webb County solicited Request for Proposals (RFP 2022-003) 3/2/22 - 3/23/22 for a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Corporation to construct new homes in Partnership with the Self-Help Center Program. A Budget Amendment is being finalized and routed for signatures by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) that will fund this activity. TDHCA Board voted to approve the Amendment on July 6, 2022.
Solution: Award RFP 2022-003 to Habitat for Humanity Contingent upon the receipt of the final executed Amendment from TDHCA.
Result: A minimum of two (2) new homes will be built for eligible colonia families by Habitat for Humanity of Laredo in partnership with Webb County Self-Help Center. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following to be funded from the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program Grant (CEAP) Account #2362-5150-3303000 and Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Account #2368-5170-33033000. This position will be 100% grant funded and there will be no impact to the General Fund.
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Hourly Rate |
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0099 |
Case Manager |
$15.45 |
Issue: Vacant Case Manager position.
Solution: Post and Fill vacant slot.
Result: Filling the position will allow the department to effectively continue the flow of work. |
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Economic Development |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the Economic Development Department to develop and submit a U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA RD) Emergency Community Water Assistance Grant application for up to $1,000,000.00 for reimbursement on expenses made to haul water to Colonia La Presa and Highway 59 Colonias Group; approving a resolution for authorization of grant submission to USDA RD; and authorizing the County Judge to act as the Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's request. This application does not require match.
Issue: Submission of an application to USDA RD for the Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants that will provide safe and reliable drinking water to residents in La Presa and Highway 59 Colonias Group.
Solution: The Economic Development Department will develop and submit the application.
Result: If funded, Webb County will provide safe and reliable drinking water to residents in La Presa and Highway 59 Colonias Group. |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a Bullet-Resistant Shield grant application by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office Grant Writer to the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division in the amount roughly estimated at $571,559 for ballistic shields for the Sheriff’s Office sworn peace officers ; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any type of match; and, thus will have no impact to 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) procedures. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]
Issue: Recent tragic events have emphasized the need for ballistic protection for peace officers responding to active shooters armed with high powered machine guns.
Solution: Grant application to provide ballistic shields for the peace officers of the Webb County Sheriff’s Office.
Result: Peace officers of the Webb County Sheriff’s Office will be equipped with ballistic shields. |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a ALERRT Training Travel Assistance grant application by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office Grant Writer to the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division in the amount estimated at $25,000 for training/travel assistance for the Sheriff’s Office sworn peace officers; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any type of match; and, thus will have no impact to 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) procedures. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]
Issue: Recent tragic events have emphasized the need for enhanced training for peace officers responding to active shooters and other deadly attack scenarios.
Solution: Grant application to provide needed travel assistance for Train-the-Trainer ALERRT trainings for the peace officers of the Webb County Sheriff’s Office.
Result: Peace officers of the Webb County Sheriff’s Office will be able to attend ALERRT Training. |
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Discussion and possible action to accept the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) Grant Award, #5H79TI081049-05, Year 5 Continuation award, in the amount of FOUR HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($400,000.00) beginning September 30, 2022 through September 29, 2023, for the Webb County Court-at-Law II DWI Court Program, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. There is no match required, therefore there is no financial impact to the general fund. All required documents were sent for review to the Economic Development Department and the acceptance of the Continuation grant is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Victor Vasquez III, DWI Court Program Director]
Issue: Notice of Award for the Webb County Court-at-Law II DWI Court Program, SAMHSA Grant Year 5 was received on 06/27/2022, acceptance by Commissioners Court is required.
Solution: Accept the notice of award for year 5. The Commissioners Court approving the budget as submitted to, and approved by, SAMHSA.
Result: Funding in year 5 will be utilized to provide substance abuse and mental health services to all qualifying candidates. |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant from the Office of the Texas Attorney General in the amount of $45,000 for a victim assistance coordinator position; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require matching funds. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney; Grant Fund #2714]
Issue: Webb County has seen a dramatic rise in cases involving domestic violence. These cases involve victims of crime that suffer emotional trauma and physical injuries. The State of Texas has set up a Victim of Crime Compensation Fund that provides benefits to victims of these types of crimes; however, the system is complex and normally victims have to document their benefit eligibility while still under emotional trauma and physical distress. This grant funds the position of a victim assistance coordinator that will work closely with prosecutors, investigators and counselors to meet the needs of crime victims.
Solution: Accept the grant award from the Office of the Texas Attorney General.
Result: The victim assistance coordinator will continue to provide the services outlined above to victims of crime in Webb County. |
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Discussion and possible action to ratify the submission of a County Essential Services grant application by Economic Development on behalf of the District Attorney's Office; to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office in an amount estimated at $319,092. This grant will cover extraordinary costs associated with investigation or prosecution of a capital murder or crimes committed because of bias or prejudice as defined in Article 104.004 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. This formal request shall authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents, including the resolution; and any other matters incident thereto. There is no cash match requirement for this grant; 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) procedures. Contract Term: September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney]
Issue: Costs associated with investigation / or prosecution of a capital murder or crimes committed because of bias or prejudice can be extraordinary. Some expenditures that may be incurred within these types of cases are costs related to expert witness, prosecution costs, courtroom security, juror expenses, and investigative services resulting in a need for additional financial resources.
Solution: Governing Body approval to submit the grant application for funding.
Result: The District Attorney’s Office will have an opportunity to request financial assistance to help defray the costs associated with the investigation/or prosecution of a capital murder or crimes committed because of bias or prejudice as defined in Article 104.004 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) grant award in the amount of $45,000 for the salaries and applicable fringe benefits for the Crime Victim Advocate and as prepared, written, and submitted by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office Grant Writer; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any type of match; and, thus will have no impact to 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) procedures. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff; Grant Fund #2713]
Issue: Victims of violent crime suffer significant financial duress, emotional trauma, and physical injuries. While the State of Texas has set up a system to compensate these victims for their expenses and financial losses due to death, disabling injuries, and emotional trauma utilizing collected court costs from convicted offenders, the victims often must navigate the complex state compensation system and extensively document their benefit eligibility while still under emotional and physical distress.
Solution: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office grant funded Crime Victim Advocate will offer critical support, facilitate/expedite filling out detailed paperwork, provide needed guidance through the bureaucratic process, and deliver outreach/education to the local community.
Result: Victims of violent crime in Webb County, including victims from special populations, such as children, youth, rural, colonia, monolingual, and elderly populations, will be provided with direct victim services, training, and outreach/education. |
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Discussion and possible action to adjust pay rates for Webb County Adult Drug Court (TI081059) and Veterans Treatment Program (TI081929) Key Personnel effective August 2, 2022, as indicated on the Notice of Award, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. Salary for Key Personnel is 100% funded by the grant and does not require any match, therefore it will not impact the general fund. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department, and solicitations to the applications is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Requested by Margarita Garza, Drug Court Program Director]
Issue: Changes in the Director position of the Veterans Treatment Program (TI081929) were approved by SAMHSA effective August 2, 2022 with the Change in Key Personnel pay rate and a decrease in level of effort 20%. SAMHSA also approved a change in pay rate and decrease in level of effort to 80% for the Director position also a Key Personnel under Grant No. TI081059 effective August 2, 2022.
Solution: Changes in Pay rate and level of effort for both grant program require Commissioners Court Approval.
Result: Approval of Change in Key Personnel will allow both programs to fully operate without interruption of services. |
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Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots:
Slot # |
Title |
Hourly Rate |
Pay Periods |
1093 |
Maintenance Worker |
$18.27 |
26 |
1112 |
Substitute |
$10.00 |
20 |
2061 |
EHS Part Time Classroom Aide |
$9.99 |
26 |
2559 |
Early Head Start Teacher Floater |
$11.62 |
26 |
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Discussion and possible action to accept the 2022 - 2023 Refunding, Cost of Living, and Quality Improvement grant (Year 4 of a 5-Year Funding Cycle) for the Head Start and Early Head Start program in the amount of $11,537,698 (Federal), with an in-kind match of $2,884,425 (Non Federal), for a total of $14,422,123 to serve 1,218 Head Start and 72 Early Head Start eligible children and their families from September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023 in Webb County. Acceptance of this grant award includes approval of a salary adjustment and the filling of new/revised/vacant positions, as documented in the narrative of the grant application. |
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Discussion and possible action to accept the 2022 - 2023 Refunding, Cost of Living, and Quality Improvement grant (Year 4 of a 5 Year Funding Cycle) for the Early Head Start Child Care Partnership program in the amount of $893,525 (Federal), with an in-kind match of $223,381 (Non Federal), for a total of $1,116,906 to serve 72 eligible children and their families from September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2023 in Webb County. Acceptance of this grant award includes approval of a 3% Cost of Living increase and the filling of new/revised/vacant positions, as documented in the narrative of the grant application. |
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