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Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County for the Webb County Sheriff’s Office and Workforce Solutions for South Texas in reference to working cooperatively to provide and support a teacher externship at the Webb County Sheriff’s Office for approximately Four (4) hours per day for One (1) week during June, 2016 and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents related to this grant; and any other matters thereto. This MOU does not require any type of financial commitment.
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Discussion and possible action to correct the monthly and yearly costs associated with the Memorandum of Understanding between Indigent Healthcare Solutions and Webb County for the Webb County Indigent Health Care Services Department that was approved by the Commissioners Court on March 29, 2016 (Agenda Item #46) to document that both parties intend to extend their Data Processing Agreement. The Agreement and related documentation shall be extended for a term of Five (5) years commencing on April 1, 2016 and continuing till April 1, 2021 at a corrected monthly cost of Two Thousand Six Hundred Two Dollars ($2,602.00) and a total yearly amount of Thirty-One Thousand Two Hundred Twenty Four Dollars ($31,224.00), subject to annual budget appropriation, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Nancy Cadena, Webb County Indigent Health Care Services Director; Accounts #011-4101-6411 and #001-4101-6022]
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Forty-Eight (48) month (April 25, 2016 through April 24, 2020) Lease with Maintenance Agreement between Toshiba Business Solutions and Webb County for the Webb County Road and Bridge Department for a Toshiba E-Studio 6560 CT Copier at a cost of Two Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars and Two Cents ($232.02) per month for a total amount of Eleven Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Six Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($11,136.96) over the term of the agreement, subject to annual budget appropriation, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Jose Luis Rodriguez, Webb County Road and Bridge Director; Accounts #010-7002-6014 and #010-7001-6402] |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County Consolidated Independent School District and Webb County for Disasters and Community-Wide Emergencies. The District wishes to cooperate and assist the County with meal service, facilities use, and transportation service during Disasters and Community-Wide Emergencies and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Luis Perez Garcia, Webb County Engineer]
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Contract Agreement For Services with Chestnut Health Systems to provide software services for the Webb County Court at Law #2 D.W.I. Court Program for a term of One (1) year that shall commence on February 11, 2016 and expire on February 10, 2017 at a total cost of One Thousand Three Hundred Sixty Dollars ($1,360.00) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Jesus Garza, County Court at Law #2 Judge; Account #362-1011-6022]
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Discussion and possible action to approve and execute a Professional Services Agreement by and between F. Leal Realtors, Inc., a/k/a Frank Leal Real Estate Appraisals, and Webb County, in the total sum of $9,925.00, pursuant to Request for Proposal (RFP) 2016-64, entitled “Real Estate Appraisal Services”, awarded and approved by the Commissioners Court on April 11, 2016 to appraise Three (3) unoccupied county owned buildings located at 409 San Bernardo Ave., 801 Grant St. and 805 Grant St., located in downtown Laredo, Texas, and authorizing the County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Leticia Gutierrez, Interim Purchasing Agent (Professional Services Account #001-0109-6022)]
Issue: A new appraisal is required to determine the current fair market property values for three (3) unoccupied buildings located in the downtown area of Laredo, Webb County, Texas before they can place them for possible sale to the public.
Solution: Approval of this professional services agreement for real estate appraisal services will provide Webb County with current and updated fair market values for these (3) properties.
Result: The current and updated fair market values for these properties as determined by the appraiser will enable the County to properly evaluate and consider any offers to purchase these properties by the public.
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Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers:
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Acct. Number |
Acct. Name |
Amount |
Bal. |
End Bal. |
From: |
009-1120-6022 |
Professional Services |
$200,000 |
$236,932 |
$36,932 |
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009-1120-8801
009-1120-6224 |
Capital Outlay
Minor Tools & Apparatus |
$100,000
$100,000 |
$0
$0 |
$100,000
$100,000 |
Issue: Both County Clerk - Account #009-1120-8801 (Capital Outlay) and Account #009-1120-6224 Minor Tools & Apparatus are currently unfunded.
Solution: Line item transfer from County Clerk - Acct. #009-1120-6022 Professional Services to Acct. #009-1120-8801 Capital Outlay and Acct. #009-1120-6224 Minor Tools & Apparatus.
Result: The County Clerk's Office will be able to make down payment for the existing Master Software License and Services Agreement with PropertyInfo approved January 11, 2016. |
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Discussion and possible action to amend the funding source approved on January 11, 2016, item #41 from County Clerk Account #005-1120-6022 (Professional Services) to Accounts #009-1120-6022 (Professional Services) and Account #009-1120-8801 (Capital Outlay) due to language in Loc.Gov't Code Sec. 118.025 not permitting usage of funds for purchase of software.
Issue: The County Clerk's Office is not able to utilize Fund 005 to purchase the software approved in January, as per Local Government Code Sec. 118.025. County Clerk's Records Archive (f).
Solution: To approve the funding source amendment from Fund 005 to Fund 009.
Result: The Auditor's Office will approve the down payment for the existing Master Software License and Services Agreement. |
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Economic Development |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the Interim Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the Texas Community Development Program (TCDP) #7215510 Colorado Acres – HWY 59 Water Improvement Project as specified in the project design by LNV, Inc. Project design will be reviewed by the Webb County Engineering department and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documentation. This action will have no impact on the County’s General Fund. [Account #645-8001-8801-1 (Texas Department of Agriculture)]
Issue: The US HWY 59 water system is in dire need of improvements.
Solution: The proposed water improvements will provide residents with better and faster access to the potable water facilities.
Result: This grant will assist to improve the US HWY 59 Water facilities, water storage and access system. |
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Engineering |
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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 April 25, 2016:
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1535 |
Operator I, II, III |
$15.15 12/A |
Issue: Position currently vacant.
Solution: Fill vacant position.
Result: The filling of this position will alleviate work overload created by vacancy and allow for efficiency, effectiveness and production of work within the department and to better serve the needs of the County. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department.
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Amount |
Bal. |
End Bal. |
From: |
801-3001-6204 |
Fuel & Lubricants |
$37,000 |
$63,412 |
$26,412 |
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801-3001-6401 |
Repair & Maint. Bldg. |
$5,877 |
$8,877 |
$3,000 |
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801-3002-6202 |
Uniforms |
$251 |
$251 |
$0 |
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801-3002-6401 |
Repairs & Maint. Bldg. |
$1,599 |
$1,599 |
$0 |
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801-3004-6202 |
Uniforms |
$369 |
$369 |
$0 |
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801-3004-6401 |
Repair & Maint. Bldg. |
$5,000 |
$7,677 |
$2,677 |
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$50,096 |
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To: |
801-3001-6402 |
Repairs & Maint. Equip. |
$25,000 |
$10,051 |
$ 35,051 |
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801-3001-6403 |
Repairs & Maint. Vehicle |
$2,000 |
$2,698 |
$4,698 |
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801-3004-6402 |
Repairs & Maint. Equip. |
$20,096 |
$7,677 |
27,773 |
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801-3004-6408 |
Repairs & Maint. Sewer |
$3,000 |
$2,257 |
$5,257 |
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$50,096 |
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Issue: Transfer is requested to fund future projects and expenses.
Solution: Approve transfer to make funds available for issuing of Purchasing Orders.
Result: Will have enough funds to pay items and projects as needed. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department:
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Acct. Number |
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Amount |
Bal. |
End Bal. |
From: |
744-0115-6000-07 |
Infrastructure Environment |
$43,590 |
$526,381 |
$482,791 |
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745-3001-8801-07 |
Capital Outlay Water Utility |
$22,490 |
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745-3004-8801-08 |
Capital Outlay Wastewater Utility |
$21,100 |
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$43,590 |
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Issue: Transfer is requested to fund two Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (T.C.E.Q.) violation complying projects consisting of auto dialers that will provide realtime call outs for malfunctions at the six Wastewater Lift Stations currently held in enforcement under T.C.E.Q. orders. In addition, this will provide for communications elevated storage tank levels in the water system.
Solution: Approve this Transfer to make funds available for issuing of Purchase Order.
Result: Projects commence as needed. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of Mission Control auto dialers from Square E Engineering of Laredo, Texas in the amount of $21,100 for regulatory compliance with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (T.C.E.Q.) requirements in remote notification of inoperative conditions at the systems six Lift Stations. [Account #745-3004-8801-08 (Capital Outlay Wastewater)]
Issue: A current violation under T.C.E.Q. rules exist that require audible an visual alarms when equipment is failing or power is interrupted.
Solution: Installation of automatic cell phone technology dialers will not only audibly and visually identify a problem, but will also notify via cell, text, and email of the conditions and will continue until there is a response for its repair.
Result: Installation of the units, with training, will comply with this requirement as well as improve our response time to prevent overflow conditions. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of automatic dialers in the amount of $22,490 from Square E Engineering of Laredo, Texas for remote monitoring of the elevated storage tanks at the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant, the Rio Bravo Distribution System, and the El Cenizo Distribution System, providing for real time data regarding water levels and water loss conditions. [Account #745-3001-8801-07 (Capital Outlay Water Utility)]
Issue: Since approximately 2009 equipment failure without repair has limited the operation's ability to view the levels of water at the storage facilities within our system. This requires physical monitoring limiting the operator's ability to make adjustment of water quantities.
Solution: Staff recommends to install cell phone web service monitoring of these tank levels to allow for real time review without the reinvestment of original equipment prone to lightening and electrical damage.
Result: Visual viewing of levels at the tanks on the Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) monitor for operators changing requirements. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer:
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Acct. Number |
Acct. Name |
Amount |
Bal. |
End Bal. |
From: |
010-7002-6204 |
Fuel & Lubricants |
$75,000 |
$369,995 |
$294,995 |
To: |
010-7002-8801 |
Capital Outlay |
$75,000 |
$0 |
$75,000 |
Issue: Transfer is requested to fund upcoming projects and expenses.
Solution: Approve transfer to make funds available.
Result: Will have enough funds to pay projects as needed. |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the Interim Purchasing Agent to solicit qualifications for Preliminary Engineering Services including schematic and environmental deliverables for the Reuthinger-Hachar Road Extension (between FM 1464 and I-35, Section: Northern N.D. Hachar Tract Boundary to I-35) under the Federal Highway Administration Category 10-Coordinated Border Infrastructure (CBI) Off-System Control -Section-Job (CSJ) Number 0922-33-166; and appointment of scoring committee members by Commissioners Court.
Issue: The Hachar Road Extension project requires preliminary environmental and schematic services to be completed before plans, specifications and estimates for construction can be developed.
Solution: Webb County to solicit Statements of Qualifications for the performance of preliminary environmental and schematic services for Hachar Road Extension Project.
Result: Initiate process to select an engineering services firm for the completion of the preliminary environmental and schematic services for Hachar Road Extension Project. |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the Interim Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for La Presa Mangana-Hein Potable Water Dispenser Improvement Project as specified in the project design by the Webb County Engineering Department. Project design will be reviewed by the Webb County Engineering Department, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documentation. [Account #635-6115-8601 (La Presa Bond Series 2010)]
Issue: The Mangana-Hein area needs a potable water dispenser.
Solution: The proposed water improvements will provide residents with better and faster access to the potable water facilities.
Result: Improve the Mangana-Hein dispenser. |
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Discussion and possible action to award Request for Proposal (RFP) 2016-02-1 La Presa Soccer Field to the lowest bidder, Prestiege Innovators of Laredo, Texas, in the amount of $142,000. [Account #635-6115-8601 (Bond Series 2010)] |
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Discussion and possible action to approve funding and payment to the Texas Department of State Health Services for the Asbestos Abatement/Demolition Notification Fee #2015009245, in the amount of $3,307.00 for the Webb County Tex-Mex Office Property located at 1200 Washington Street. [Account #001-0109-6022] |
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Indigent Healthcare Services |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the hiring of a part-time Licensed Nurse at the Webb County Indigent Health Care Services Department, who will serve under the Standing Delegation Orders of the Regional Medical Director for the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSH) Region 11 at a rate between $18.00 to $25.00 per hour (depending on experience), and approval to publish job posting in the Laredo Morning Times; and any other matters incident thereto. The operational general order states that pay for part-time employees cannot exceed $15/hr. unless specific approval to pay more is authorized by Commissioners Court. This item has no impact to the General Fund. [Account #004-4108-5505 (Part Time)]
Issue: The Public Health Services Department recently expanded to include Tuberculosis Screening services. This new program has been very successful since services are offered at the main office and during immunization clinics in the rural areas. Services are limited at the main office while the Nurse is out at a clinic.
Solution: To approve the hiring of a part-time nurse at the salary scale listed above.
Result: The hiring of a part-time nurse will assist in providing continuous services at the main office. |
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La Presa Community Center |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of the vehicle listed below to La Presa Community Center for the purpose of proper categorizing of inventory and fuel expenditures; and any other matters incident thereto.
Unit #04-14
Lic Plate # 826-022
Description: 2002 Ford Club Wagon
VIN: 1FBSS31L02AA62388
Issue: Unit# 04-14 has been in use at La Presa Community Center; however, unit number lists vehicle under an auxilary department and not under the community center.
Solution: Transfer unit into proper department via vehicle transfer protocol forms to ensure that vehicle and the corresponding expenses are allocated to the correct department.
Result: Accurate reporting of community center vehicle inventory and fuel & lube expenses.
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Purchasing |
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Discussion and possible action to award Bid 2016-11 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Crisis Heating and Cooling Service Provider to Triumph Mechanical Inc.
Issue: Contract for Air Conditioning and Heating Services.
Solution: Contractors will replace, repair air conditioning and heating units for program eligible Webb County residents.
Result: Improve the quality of life to program eligible Webb County residents.
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Discussion and possible action to solicit Request for Qualifications (RFQs), and Bids for the following contracts:
Bid 2017-67 - Contract for Trap Rock 624 Grade 4 & 5
RFQ 2016-54 - Contract for Drug Court Out-Patient Treatment Provider
Issue: The current contract for trap rock will expire on September 30, 2016.
A formal solicitation for qualifications is required for the Drug Court Out-Patient Treatment Provider.
Solution: Solicit RFQs and Bids for these service
Result: Purchasing efficiency, compliance of the law |
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Discussion and possible action to purchase One (1) Vizio 60 inch E60-C2 Full HD Smart LED-LCD TV with Four (4) year coverage, One (1) full motion wall mount, and shipping charges in an amount not to exceed $1,000.00 from GovConnection, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Programs, Texas Local Government Code (NCPA-01-44). [Requested by Judge Joe Lopez, 49th District Court, Account #605-1001-8801]
Issue: Judge needs the capability to magistrate inmates via teleconference.
Solution: purchase equipment needed to make this task more efficient.
Result: Judge will be able to magistrate inmates efficiently and effectively.
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Discussion and possible action to purchase equipment to be used to magistrate inmates via teleconference in an amount not to exceed $22,120.00 from Insight Public Sector; pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Programs, Texas Local Government Code (DIR-TSO-2542). [Requested by Judge Joe Lopez, 49th District Court, Account #605-1001-8801 (Capital Outlay)]
Issue: Judge needs the capability to magistrate inmates via teleconference.
Solution: purchase equipment needed to make this task more efficient.
Result: Judge will be able to magistrate inmates efficiently and effectively. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve Safe Networking to run Cat6 cable drops, and to install conduit and fittings in the amount of $915.00 in order to be able to magistrate inmates via teleconference. [Requested by Judge Joe Lopez, 49th District Court; Account #605-1001-8801(Capital Outlay)]
Issue: Judge needs the capability to magistrate inmates via teleconference.
Solution: Purchase equipment needed to make this task more efficient.
Result: Judge will be able to magistrate inmates efficiently and effectively. |
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Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a work-place/health fair immunization agreement between Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and the Webb County Sheriff's Office to offer Hepatitis "B" immunizations to all part time jailers in an amount not to exceed $4,263.75. [Account #170-2001-6205].
Issue: OSHA standard rules requires employers to offer the vaccination series to all workers who have occupational exposure. Examples of workers who may have occupational exposure include, but are not limited to, health-care workers, emergency responders, morticians, first-aid personnel, correctional officers and laundry workers in hospitals and commercial laundries that service health-care or public safety institutions. The vaccine and vaccination must be offered at no cost to the worker and at a reasonable time and place.
Solution: Offer immunization to all part time Jailers who do not have health care coverage. Total cost includes immunizations for 25 part time jailers at 3 vaccines per employee. Any employee who refuses to be immunized will sign waiver form to release County of any liability if exposed to Hepatitis B.
Result: Compliance with OSHA standards and protection of County Jail employees from infection of Hepatitis B due to occupational exposure as correctional officers.
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Discussion and possible action to approve the use of Bond Series 2013 capital outlay Account #750-8000-8801 in the amount not to exceed $23,500.00 for the control tower monitoring system for towers located at HWY 83 North & 1983 Mangana Hein Rd., funding is provided through Bond Series 2013 Interest earned through fund number 752; with additional action to authorize a line item transfer of $23,500 from Bond Series Interest Income Series 2013, Acct. 752-9501-9301 to Capital Outlay Bond Series 2013, Acct. 750-8000-8801. [Account #750-8000-8801 (Bond Series Fund 2013)]
Issue: Original PO (13-0001600) was initiated by former engineer Mr. Arturo Barrera on 12/12/12. The tower monitoring project was under the direction of the former public safety coordinator but was never finalized. During the transfer of former public safety coordinator to the Sheriff's Office it was later communicated that this work was pending completion which was originally funded by Bond Series Account #696-8007-8801. As of today the project is complete but could not be paid due to closure of original bond account (696).
Solution: Transfer interest earned within the same Bond series 2013 from Fund 752 (Interest income) to Fund 750 Capital Outlay.
Result: Finalize payment to RZ communication and close out project. Monitoring system will alert dispatch employees of any irregularities with communication towers such as power failures, beacon light not functioning and other mechanical issues. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the addition of the following seized vehicles/items to the Webb County Sheriff’s Office fleet inventory; and any other matters incident thereto.
Seized Vehicles/Items Description:
2014 Tarter 5x10 feet Utility Trailer
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 51GBU101XEL014074 SERIES UTUWF5102
2005 Volkswagen Bora
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 3VWHF11K16M606403
2009 Mercedes C300
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): WDDGF54XX9F223888
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Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers:
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Acct. Number |
Acct. Name |
Amount |
Bal. |
End Bal. |
From: |
001-2060-6023 |
Contract Services |
$75,861 |
$900,000 |
$824,139 |
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To: |
001-2001-5003 |
Overtime |
$1,000 |
-$721 |
$279 |
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001-2001-5003-B |
O/T CBA |
$4,000 |
-$3,043 |
$957 |
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001-2001-5011 |
SLBB |
$3,893 |
-$3,893 |
$0.00 |
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001-2001-6010 |
Books & Subs. |
$5,500 |
$94 |
$5,594 |
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001-2001-6014 |
Equipment Rental |
$2,000 |
$87 |
$2,087 |
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001-2001-6202 |
Uniforms |
$4,500 |
$211 |
$4,711 |
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001-2001-6224 |
MInor Tools & Appts |
$5,000 |
$25 |
$5,025 |
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001-2001-6228 |
Fire and Ammo |
$2,500 |
$728 |
$3,228 |
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001-2001-6401 |
Bldg Maint. |
$5,000 |
$117 |
$5,117 |
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001-2001-6706 |
K9 Expense |
$1,300 |
$489 |
$1,789 |
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001-2003-5011 |
SLBB |
$549 |
-$549 |
$0.00 |
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001-2005-5011 |
SLBB |
$7 |
-$7 |
$0.00 |
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001-2020-5011 |
SLBB |
$322 |
-$322 |
$0.00 |
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001-2060-5003 |
Overtime |
$100 |
-$10 |
$9 |
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001-2060-5003-B |
O/T CBA |
$25,000 |
-$22,667 |
$2,333 |
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001-2060-6014 |
Equip. Rental |
$3,000 |
-$827 |
$2,173 |
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001-2060-6401 |
Building Maint. |
$10,000 |
$24 |
$10,024 |
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001-2061-5003 |
Overtime |
$1,500 |
-$1,426 |
$74 |
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001-2600-5011 |
SLBB |
$690 |
-$690 |
$0.00 |
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$75,861 |
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Issue: Transfer required to cover CT payouts, shortfalls in operational budget and SLBB payouts.
Solution: Transfer funds from corresponding payroll accounts and operational accounts with savings.
Result: Cover deficits and operational expenditures. |
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Economic Development |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the 2016-2017 Third Party Application, set submission dates and deadlines for application for Third Party Funding; and any other matters incident thereto. |
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Discussion and possible action to adopt a plan of action to address solid waste management services in compliance with Chapters 361, 363 and 364, Texas Health and Safety Code (as discussed at the Commissioners Court meeting of March 14, 2016, item #13) which recognizes jurisdictional limitations imposed by state law, provides an option for a possible joint-management plan with the City of Laredo for their responsibilities in the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of Laredo, authorizes staff to solicit Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for a third-party service provider, directs staff to initiate the preparation of any required county order to regulate solid waste and impose fees for services, and any matter incident thereto. [Requested by the Solid Waste Review Committee]
Issue: State law limits county authority to regulate solid waste management and disposal to only those unincorporated areas of a county located outside the ETJ limits of a municipality and thus, solid waste management and disposal within Laredo’s ETJ is the responsibility of the City of Laredo. As such, garbage disposal services currently provided by the county in such areas must cease. Additionally, Webb County currently performs garbage pick-up and disposal services without charge to the users of those services. In review of the significant costs associated with these services coupled with the county’s anticipated budget shortfalls from substantial decreases in oil and gas revenues, Webb County’s solid waste committee is recommending levying service fees on users and contracting with a third-party service provider to perform garbage disposal services located in the unincorporated areas outside the ETJ of Laredo.
Solution: Authorize the County Attorney, Purchasing Agent and the appropriate county officials/staff to:
• Solicit RFPs for a third-party provider to perform garbage pick-up and disposal services;
• Prepare required county orders to regulate solid waste management in the county’s jurisdiction and impose fees to pay for those services;
• Coordinate with the City of Laredo in an effort to assist them in finding resolutions to provide garbage service for those areas under their jurisdiction (Laredo’s ETJ) including, but not limited to, a joint-contract with a third-party provider; and
• Provide appropriate notice to affected residents and property owners.
Result: For those areas located within Webb County’s jurisdiction, upon the Commissioners Court's adoption and implementation of the recommended plan and orders the county will be compliant with jurisdictional limitations imposed by state law, the cost of garbage disposal services will be borne by the users of such services, and the resultant reduction in existing expenditures will help off-set anticipated revenue short-falls without reducing these or other vital county services. For those areas located within Laredo’s ETJ, results are dependent upon actions to be undertaken by the City of Laredo which have yet to be determined.
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchasing agent to acquire the following equipment for the Road & Bridge department though lease purchase options, and authorizing the county attorney’s office and staff to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by John Galo, Commissioner Pct. 3] [Account #600]
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Equipment Description |
Price |
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TOYOTA MODEL 8FGU25 FORKLIFT |
$35,709.00 |
$35,709.00 |
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PETERBILT MODEL 348, DUMP TRUCK 2016 |
$115,029.53 |
$230,059.06 |
1 |
30'LOW PRO FLATDECK 25K GVWR |
$10,489.00 |
$10,489.00 |
1 |
20'BEAM DECKOVER TRAILER (IN-STOCK) |
$4,895.00 |
$4,895.00 |
1 |
20'BEAM DECKOVER TRAILER |
$5,149.00 |
$5,149.00 |
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BELLY DUMP 2016 |
$34,950.00 |
$69,900.00 |
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Estimated Total |
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$356,201.06 |
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Administrative Services |
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Discussion and possible action to conduct an annual performance review of Webb County Department Heads who are subject to the authority of the Webb County Commissioners Court, to wit:
1. Administrative Services
2. Bruni Community Center
3. Building Maintenance / Engineering
4. Carlos Aguilar Activity Center
5. Community Action Agency / Self Help
6. Economic Development
7. El Cenizo Community Center
8. Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center
9. Fernando A. Salinas Community Center
10. Fred M. & Anita Bruni Community Center
11. Head Start Program
12. Indigent Health Care Services
13. La Presa Community Center
14. Ladrillito Activity Center
15. Larga Vista Community Center
16. Law Library
17. Information Technology
18. Medical Examiner
19. Mirando Activity Center
20. Planning & Physical Development
21. Pre-Trail Services
22. Public Defender
23. Public Information Officer
24. Rio Bravo Activity Center
25. Rio Bravo Community Center
26. Road & Bridge Department
27. Santa Teresita Community Center
28. Veterans Service Office
29. Webb County Fire/EMS
Action to be taken by Commissioners Court may include continuation of employment, reassignment, and modification of duties, disciplinary action, dismissal or other actions. The Commissioners Court may take such other action as may be necessary to implement its decisions including, but not limited to, appointment of interim department heads and/or permanent appointment of department heads; and any ohter matters incident therto. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Sections 551.071 ((A)(B) Consultation with Attorney) and 551.074 (Personnel Matters)]
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Auditor |
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Discussion and possible action to establish an appropriation budget for the Commissary Sales Commission Fund according to the requirements of TEX LG. CODE ANN. § 351.0415: Texas Statutes - Section 351.0415: COMMISSARY OPERATION BY SHERIFF OR PRIVATE VENDOR; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #528-2063-3412 (Commissary Sales Commission)]
Acct Number |
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Amount |
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528-2063-6205 |
Materials & Activities |
$40,000 |
Issue: The budget for 2015 – 2016 included estimated revenues for $45,000 and require an appropriations budget.
Solution: Authorize expenditures of the Commissary Sales Commission Fund for appropriate purposes and to ensure that the fiscal records are maintained for State Audits.
TX LOCAL GOVT § 111.0707. Special Budget for Revenue From Intergovernmental Contracts -
(a) The county auditor shall certify to the commissioners court the receipt of all revenue from intergovernmental contracts that is available for disbursement in a fiscal year but not included in the budget for that fiscal year. On certification, the court shall adopt a special budget for the limited purpose of spending the revenue from intergovernmental contracts for its intended purpose.
Result: Compliance with TEX LG. CODE ANN. § 351.0415: Texas Statutes - Section 351.0415: COMMISSARY OPERATION BY SHERIFF OR PRIVATE VENDOR |
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Engineer |
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Review and approval of critical infrastructure upgrades and implement an Utility Efficiency Program; and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The central chiller and cooling towers are approaching it's end of service life. Critical upgrades needed at the Wastewater Plant to meet the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (T.C.E.Q.) requirements. Improvements are needed at the Water and Wastewater Plants for efficiency and cost reductions. County-wide retrofits of equipment that is at it's end of useful life.
Solution: Comprehensive project that includes 40% energy savings and significant reduction to operations and maintenance expense and provides a funding stream to implement critical needed improvements.
Result: Critical needed improvements implemented to modernize the County and to position the County for the future. Address T.C.E.Q. violations and any future violations. Utility efficiency program will allow improvements utilizing no increased taxes. |
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Discussion and possible action to allow the Interim Purchasing Agent to solicit Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the Construction and Rehabilitation of the existing Espejo-Gates Road (Highway 83 Frontage Rd. to 5.4 Miles East) under the County Transportation Infrastructure Fund (CTIF) consisting of roadway reconstruction, grading, lime treatment, subgrade, base, Asphalt concrete pavement drainage structures and pavement markings; as per specifications adopted by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
Issue: Roadway and bridge need to be reconstructed due to deterioration from the high use of oil traffic.
Solution: Approve bid process so that we can get a bidder to reconstruct the road and maintain the safety of the traveling public.
Result: Roadway will be improved. |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the critical Fire Protection System (ANSUL R-102) upgrades to the Golf Course Restaurant, in the amount of $4,319.46 to PROFIRE Protection, Inc. [Accounts #631-6001-8601 (2010 Bond Series) and Account #746-6001-8601 (2013 Bond Series)]
Issue: Upgrades are needed to open the restaurant.
Solution: Upgrade fire protection systems.
Result: Building will meet with Safety requirements. |
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Discussion and possible action to release payment to Zertuche Construction for Request #26 in the amount of $5,956.99. This project still has a balance, including retainage on this contract. [Account #634-6113-8601]
Issue: Zertuche Construction has progressed with items of work towards the completion of the Fernando Salinas Community Center, which are noted in the schedule of values in Pay Request #26.
Solution: Authorize payment so work may move forward.
Result: Approve payment and release check. |
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