Minutes

CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE DANNY VALDEZ, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE

1.

Roll Call by Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina to excuse Cmr. Canales

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

9:01 a.m. - Cmr. Canales present.

County Judge Danny Valdez administered the oath of office to Commissioner Pct. 1, Linda R. Ramirez. Judge Valdez stated that he had appointed her on Friday, July 11, 2014 and she would be the presiding Commissioner Pct. 1 until the November General Election.

Commissioner Linda R. Ramirez thanked her mother, father, sisters, brother-in-law, nieces, and nephews for attending her swearing in ceremony. She thanked Judge Valdez for allowing her to continue as Pct. 1 Commissioner and all the department heads.

3.

Approval of Minutes for June 23, 2014, June 24, 2014 and June 26, 2014

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

9.

Discussion and possible action to correct an error in the approval of item #33 from the June 9th, 2014 commissioner's court meeting (which approved a salary adjustment for Slot #2320 to the original budgeted salary rate). The correct Slot number should have been Slot #0914 instead of Slot #2320; and to further authorize a correction in the minutes of said meeting; and any other matters incident thereto.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Treasurer, Ms. Delia Perales was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #9.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

4.

Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Treasurer, Ms. Delia Perales presented the checks, side bills, ratification of checks, and ratification of payroll paid on July 3, 2014 pending approval.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Chief Deputy Auditor, Mr. Rafael Perez presented the monthly report for June 2014.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to bring up item #20

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Commissioners Court

20.

Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of July 13 thru 19th, 2014 as Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week. [Requested by John Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 3]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Judge Valdez recognized Mayor Raul Salinas and Councilman Jorge Vera. Judge Valdez invited Mayor Raul Salinas to read the Joint Resolution.

Judge Valdez and Mayor Raul both read a proclamation recognizing the week of July 13 thru July 19, 2014 as Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week.

5.

Communications

Cmr. Ramirez congratulated the residents and the children of El Cenizo for the ribbon cutting ceremony held on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at the Carlos Aguilar Senior Activity Center. She thanked all the departments and department heads who attended, Mr. Larry Sanchez, PIO, and Jose Diaz De Leon for his invocation and representing Judge Danny Valdez. Cmr. Ramirez thanked the parents and the family of Mr. Carlos Aguilar, Sr., a veteran of both Afghanistan and Iraq. She reminded all residents of the clean up campaign in Mirando City this Wednesday, July 16, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Cmr. Ramirez congratulated Dr. Marcus Nelson for being named Region 1 Educational Service Center Superintendent of the Year. She congratulated Mr. Dino Smith for being elected president of the Board of Trustees for the Webb Consolidated I.S.D. Cmr. Ramirez congratulated Cmr. Tijerina for being named the 2014 Reyna del Sol of the Sol Masquerade Streets of Laredo. She thanked La Presa Community Center for hosting a wonderful 4th of July Lunch. Cmr. Ramirez thanked the Bruni Community Center Director, Ms. Nelda Cortinas for helping to re-establish bank food services for the residents of Mirando City. She thanked Sister Rose Mary Welsh and Mercy Ministries for hearing the concerns and needs of the Mirando City residents. Cmr. Ramirez sent her heartfelt condolences to the family of Reynaldo Rios, Rosa Belia Gonzalez, Luciano Rodriguez, Mary Sandlin, Sylvia Holguin, and Crispin Soto, World War II veteran.

Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Cmr. Ramirez for having earn the vote of confidence of Judge Danny Valdez and for being appointed as Precinct 1 Commissioner. She congratulated the Sisters of Mercy on their 120th year celebration on the founding of the Mercy Hospital in Laredo, Texas. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Dr. Marcus Nelson, Superintendent from Laredo Independent School District, for being named Region 1 Educational Service Center Superintendent of the Year. She congratulated Mr. Gene Walker for being named 2014 Business Person of the Year by the Laredo Chamber of Commerce. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Councilman Roque Vela on the inauguration of the crosswalk located at the McPherson/Wyoming intersection. She congratulated La India Packing Company and the Rodriguez Family on their 90th Anniversary. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Camila San Miguel for winning the gold metal on poetry and being honored by the Lions of Young Artists and Writers in New York City at Carnegie Hall on June 6, 2014. She congratulated Bonnie Mata from Mirando City native and resident of Laredo for having her original book Just a Kiss, nominated as the best romantic novel for the 2014 International Latino Book Award. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Marilyn De Llano and the De Llano Family for the dedication of the Border Region Behavior Health Center Art Building in honor of their daughter Shira. She congratulated Mr. Dino Smith for being elected president of the Board of Trustees for the Webb Consolidated Independent School District. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated former Coaches Rene Ramirez, Bobby Badey, and Arturo Contreras named to the South Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of Honor. She congratulated Vidal Cantu, Jr., 2014 Graduate of St. Augustine High School and future Texas A & M University student, for being selected from a group of 200 applicants to be one of fourteen members in the Texas 4-H Shotgun Team. Cmr. Tijerina thanked Mr. Gilbert Garza and Mr. Mike De La Fuente for their help in moving around furniture during the floor replacement at the Larga Vista Community Center. She wished a very Happy Birthday to County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia. Cmr. Tijerina sent her heartfelt condolences to the family of Reynaldo Rios, Sylvia Holguin, Narciso Solis, Henry Charles Jackson, Crispin Soto, Rosa Belia Gonzalez, Mary Sandlin, Sergio Carlos Mora, Luciano Rodriguez, and Odila D. Molina. She congratulated Cmr. Ramirez on the opening of the Carlos Aguilar recreation center. Cmr. Tijerina invited everyone to the 1st Female Veterans Conference to be held on Saturday, July 19, 2014 from 9 to 3 p.m. at 1937 E. Bustamante, UT Health Science Center.

Cmr. Galo congratulated Cmr. Ramirez on her re-appointment as Precinct 1 Commissioner. He congratulated Cmr. Tijerina for being named the 2014 Reyna del Sol of the Sol Masquerade Streets of Laredo. Cmr. Galo congratulated 13 year old Laredoan, Camila San Miguel, for being honored at the New York City's Carnegie Hall by the Lions of the Young Artists and Writers for her writing submission for the scholastic art and writing award. He mentioned that the 4th Annual Dinner by the Imaginarium of South Texas would be held on Thursday at the Laredo Country Club. Cmr. Galo congratulated Mr. Walker for being named 2014 Business Person of the Year. He congratulated Rosie Ramirez for receiving the honorary award for 55 years of service to the Laredo Medical Center. Cmr. Galo congratulated Priscilla Salinas Ramos, FMP BC, Dr. Arturo Garza Gongora, and Laura Garza Gongora DMP on the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Doctor's Hospital, Mines Road Family Clinic. He congratulated Dr. Marcus Nelson for being named Region 1 Educational Service Center Superintendent of the Year. Cmr. Galo congratulated the De Llano Family for the dedication of the Border Region Behavior Health Center Art Building in honor of their daughter Shira. He congratulated La India Packing Company on their 90th Anniversary. Cmr. Galo congratulated Mr. Dino Smith for being elected president of the Webb Consolidated Independent School District. He congratulated David Gonzalez, the new associate superintendent for U.I.S.D., who will oversee curriculum and instruction for students. Cmr. Galo congratulated LULAC No. 12 for being recognized as Outstanding Council of the Year. He congratulated Raul Casso, Jr. for staring in a new NBC drama Taxi Brooklyn. Cmr. Galo congratulated the Laredo Heat Youth Soccer Club for making history by becoming the first team to qualify from Laredo for the U.S. Youth Soccer President's Cup National Finals in Greenville, South Carolina. He congratulated Jackie Rodriguez, former Assistant Director of Ruth B. Cowl, for being named the new Executive Director. Cmr. Galo congratulated Trautmann Middle School 6th Graders; Decarlo Calderon and Deandre Carroll who will be the only representatives to attempt to place in National Track and Field Meet. He congratulated Sergio Rodriguez, senior at San Augustine High School, for being accepted to attend the Summer Leader Experience at Westpoint, New York. Cmr. Galo congratulated Judge Oscar O. Martinez and his staff for being recognized by SCAN Alcohol Awareness Education. He congratulated Enrique Gallegos for being named CEO for Laredo Medical Center and Jorge Leal as Assistant Chief Executive Officer. Cmr. Galo wished a Happy Birthday to Mr. Luis Perez Garcia, County Engineer. He sent his heartfelt condolences to the family of Sylvia Holguin, Maria Luisa Sandlin, Rosa Belia Gonzalez, Crispin Soto, Reynaldo Rios, Henry Charles Jackson, Luciano Rodriguez, Anita Rodriguez, Sergio Carlos Mora Medina, and Juan Jose Loscano.

Cmr. Canales congratulated Cmr. Ramirez on her re-appointment. He congratulated Cmr. Ramirez on the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Carlos Aguilar Activity Center. Cmr. Canales congratulated Mr. Clemente Camarillo for being named Chief of Police for U.I.S.D. He congratulated Victor Garcia for receiving the Webb County Veterans Commission Award. Cmr. Canales congratulated H-E-B on their re-opening ceremony for their newly remodeled store on McPherson. He congratulated congratulated Cmr. Tijerina on being named Reyna del Sol by Streets of Laredo. Cmr. Canales congratulated the Laredo Heat Youth Soccer Club and Academy for making history in becoming the first Laredo team to qualify for the U.S. Youth Soccer President's Cup National Finals. He congratulated Mayor Julian Castro from San Antonio for being named the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary. Cmr. Canales congratulated to all the Probation and Parole Officers for all their hard work and dedication. He congratulated the students who participated in the second week of the ongoing educational summer camps and all those support the program. Cmr. Canales congratulated Dr. Marcus Nelson for receiving the award for Superintendent of the Year. He sent out his heartfelt condolences to the families of those mentioned earlier.

Judge Valdez congratulated Cmr. Tijerina for being named Reyna del Sol and Tito Garcia for being named Rey del Sol. He congratulated Cmr. Linda Ramirez for hosting the ribbon cutting ceremony for the dedication of the Carlos Aguilar Activity Center at El Cenizo. Judge Valdez congratulated Dr. Marcus Nelson, Laredo Independent School District Superintendent, for being named 2014 Region 1 Educational Service Center Superintendent. He congradulated LMC's two new executives, Enrique Gallegos, CEO of LMC and Jorge Ernesto Leal, Assistant Chief Executive Officer. Judge Valdez sent out his heartfelt condolences to the family of Luciano Rodriguez and former Democratic Chair, Sergio Mora.

6.

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 will be allowed a total of Three (3) minutes within which to make any/all public comments.

Sergio Martinez
Mr. Martinez spoke against item #12 and asked the Commissioners Court to beware of the conflicts of interest.

COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7.

Discussion and possible action to appoint a member of the Commissioners Court to the Webb County Bail Bond Board; and any other matters incident thereto.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to appoint Cmr. Canales

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

8.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to purchase computer and office equipment:

From:	001-0200-5601	Administrative Travel	$4,500
To:	001-0200-6205	Materials & Supplies	$4,500

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

10.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Qualification (RFQ’s) for consultant services for a Splash Park to be located at the Ro Bravo Community Center; and any other matters incident thereto.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to bring up item #14

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

14.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Qualification (RFQ’s) for consultant services for Two (2) Splash Parks to be located at the Larga Vista Community Center and Bruni Community Center; and any other matters incident thereto.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia was present to address the Commissioners Court on items #10 and #14.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve a consultant for three (3) parks at this time

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

11.

Discussion and possible action to approve a 50/50 split of $10,000.00, between Webb County and the United States Postal Service for the purchase of postal mail boxes for the La Presa Community. Units are to be located on Sciaraffa Parkway. All concrete and asphalt paving infrastructure needed for these units are to be completed by Road & Bridge Department. [Co-Sponsored by Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge; Account #604-0101-8103]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia and Mr. Jose Diaz de Leon were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #11.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

12.

Discussion and possible action to accept a donation of 80 computers from United Independent School District for use by Precinct 1 community/activity centers; and any other matters incident thereto.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

13.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to purchase general office supplies for the remainder of this fiscal year:

From:	001-0202-6219-2	Goods for Public Events	$1,000
To:	001-0202-6205	Materials & Supplies	$1,000

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

15.

Discussion and possible action to accept the recommendation from the Webb County Scoring Committee for the following Four (4) applicants to receive housing assistance under the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) program and authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the approved applicants:

1.	122 E. Mendoza	Pueblo Nuevo	Approve
2.	507 Main St.	Pueblo Nuevo	Approve
3.	117 W. Paredes	Pueblo Nuevo	Approve
4.	109 W. Paredes	Pueblo Nuevo	Approve

Housing rehabilitation costs to be covered by grant, TCDP Contract #712095. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Executive Director; Account #471-0111-7037-3]

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable John C. Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 3

16.

Discussion and possible action to approve a Four (4) year contract with Enterprise Fleet Management from August 1, 2014 to July 31, 2018 for the lease of Thirty (30) vehicles at an annual cost of $177,527.84, subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Accounts #001 (General Fund), #010 (Road & Bridge) and #801 (Water Utilities)]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

17.

Presentation by Douglas Alford on the World War II Honor Flight Program with possible action.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Veterans Service Office, Mr. David Garza and Mr. Douglas Alford representing the Honor Flight Program were both present to ask the Commissioners Court for support on the World War II Honor Flight scheduled for September 12.

Honorable Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4

18.

Status report by county staff regarding commercial traffic and road conditions on Espejo Gates Road in North Webb County; with discussion and possible action to authorize the posting of speed limit signage; and any other matters incident thereto.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia, Road and Bridge Superintendent, Mr. Jose Luis Rodriguez, and County Attorney, Mr. Marco Montemayor were all present to address the Commissioners Court on item #18.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to allow Road and Bridge Department to work along with the Engineering Department to determine how many signs, including any other signs that may help drivers, will be needed in that particular road

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

19.

Discussion and possible action to apply for an Emergency Sub-grant from Save the Children. This grant will allow Webb County to hire (on a contract basis) Head Start staff (or other qualified applicants) to aid homeless immigrant children crossing the U.S. border by providing them with "Child Friendly Spaces" as they are temporarily sheltered in Webb County. [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Head Start Director, Ms. Aliza Oliveros and Save the Children Program representative, Ms. Sara Joaquin were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #19.

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to allow the County Attorney's Office, Ms. Aliza Oliveros along with Save the Children come together and formulate a contract to be able to run this program

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Commissioners Court

21.

Discussion and possible action to approve an inter local agreement with the City of Laredo for certain public health services funded from grant agreements or awards from federal or state agencies on a county-wide basis; the City of Laredo will provide the following services: Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition services, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) prevention activities, Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) services, Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) services, and Healthcare Hospital Preparedness (HPP) services. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator, Webb County]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Indigent Healthcare Services Director, Ms. Nancy Cadena was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #21.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

22.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the county attorney's office to enter into negotiations with representatives from Reel Dinner Partners (RDP), DBA Alamo Drafthouse for tax abatement incentives consideration; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by John Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 3]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford, County Attorney, Mr. Marco Montemayor, and Executive Director for the Laredo Development Foundation, Ms. Olivia Varela were all present to address the Commissioners Court on item #22.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

(Break 10:41 - 11:02 a.m.)

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

23.

Discussion and possible action to enter into a Thirty-Six (36) month (June 14, 2014 through June 14, 2017) Maintenance Agreement between Toshiba Business Solutions and Commissioner Precinct 2 for a Toshiba E-Studio 3555C at a cost of THREE HUNDRED FIVE DOLLARS AND THIRTY CENTS ($305.30) annually for a total amount of NINE HUNDRED FIFTEEN DOLLARS AND NINETY CENTS ($915.90) over the term of the agreement with an excess charge of 0.00730 per copy, subject to annual budget appropriating and authorizing County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2; Account #001-0202-6402]

24.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Webb County Head Start Director to exercise an option to extend a property lease agreement with VIMOSA II located at 102 Sierra Vista Blvd. for One (1) year from September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2015 with an option to extend a renewal at an annual rate of ONE DOLLAR ($1.00) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #903-4208-6012]

25.

Discussion and possible action to approve an agreement between Webb County and Teaching and Mentoring Communities (TMC), A Texas nonprofit corporation wherein TMC will set up, implement and operate Two (2) classrooms and other facilities for the Early Head Start Program. The term of this agreement shall be for One (1) year commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015, for a total cost of $202,974.00 for the services to be provided under this agreement and authorizing County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #909-4208-6709-8]

26.

Discussion and possible action to enter into a Collaborative Partnership Agreement with Community Action Corporation of South Texas. The main goal of this agreement is to provide outreach, education, and direct application assistance to families and enroll all eligible children in the CHIP/Medicaid Program through the Your Texas Benefits online application. Webb County Head Start will collaborate and participate in referring uninsured children and their families to Community Action Corporation of South Texas – Project MCARE at no financial impact to the General Fund; and any other matters incident thereto.

27.

Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the United Independent School District concerning the coordination and collaboration of preschool educational services to children enrolled in the Head Start Program, this agreement becomes effective on the date of United ISD Board Approval, and will remain in effect through June 30, 2016. This Agreement shall remain in effect for a period of Two (2) scholastic calendar year (2014-2016) at a cost of $50,000.00 to be paid in Twenty-Four (24) monthly installments, subject to annual budget appropriations, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #903-4200-5001]

28.

Discussion and possible action to enter into a Thirty Nine (39) month Fair Market Value contract Lease Agreement between Webb County Head Start and Nevill Imaging Solutions beginning on July 14 , 2014 and ending October 14, 2017 for a M2535dn SMART located at Sanchez-Ochoa Elementary School at a monthly rate of THIRTY-FOUR DOLLARS AND NINTY-NINE CENTS ($34.99) for a total annual cost of ONE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED SIXTY-FOUR DOLLARS AND SIXTY-ONE CENTS ($1,364.61), subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #903-4208-6014]

29.

Discussion and possible action to accept a relocation of an access easement between Rodolfo Garcia Properties, LLC and Webb County. The proposed easement will be from Casa del Lago road to a Two acre tract owned by Webb County and presently leased by U.S.D.A. The new easement will give Webb County a more direct route to the tract and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

30.

Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution and the Ordering of a Special Election for Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1 to occur in conjunction with the 2014 November, General Election and authorizing the Webb County Elections Administrator to prepare and conduct said Special Election in accordance with and pursuant to the Texas Election Code.

31.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to meet monthly subscription payments and purchase postage:

From:	001-1101-6402	Repairs & Maint.-Equip.	$1,000
	001-1101-6022	Professional Services	$ 600
			$1,600


To:	001-1101-6010	Books & Subscriptions	$1,000
	001-1101-6005	Postage & Courier Services	$ 600
			$1,600

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ramon Villafranca stated that item #28 should read as Annual Amount of $419.88 and Total Amount to remain at $1,364.61.

Head Start Director, Ms. Aliza Oliveros was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #25.

County Attorney, Mr. Marco Montemayor and Elections Administrator, Mr. Oscar Villarreal were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #30.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #23, #24, #25, #26, #27, #28, #29, #30, and #31 with a correction on item #28 to read as Annual Amount of $419.88 and Total Amount to remain at $1,364.61

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

32.

Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of the following vehicles to the office of Constable Mike Villarreal, Pct. 2 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto:

Unit 9-61
2008 Dodge Charger
VIN: 2B3LA43HX8H232942

Unit 9-63
2008 Dodge Charger
VIN: 2B3KA43H88H134422

33.

Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of the following vehicle to the office of Zapata County Sheriff and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto:

Unit 9-64
2008 Dodge Charger
VIN: 2B3KA43H68H134423

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Financial Officer for the District Attorney's Office, Mr. David Sanchez was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #32.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #32 and #33

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to bring back item #33

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

33.

Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of the following vehicle to the office of Zapata County Sheriff and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto:

Unit 9-64
2008 Dodge Charger
VIN: 2B3KA43H68H134423

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve noting that this will be a donation and we will not be receiving any monies or in kind service

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

34.

Discussion and possible action to approve the submission of a grant application to the Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Division (CJD) for the Border Prosecution Unit Grant estimated at $230,000 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. Contract Term: September 1, 2014 to August 31, 2015.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

35.

Discussion and possible action to approve and authorize the submission of a joint grant application with Laredo Independent School District to the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) estimated at $600,000 total for a Three (3) year period ($200,000 per year for Three (3) years). Funding Opportunity No. OJJDP 2014-3929, for a Fiscal Year 2014 School Justice Collaboration Program: Keeping Kids in School and Out of Court (CFDA #16.829) and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official. This grant does not require any cash match.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Ramiro Veliz, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 1

36.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to purchase general office supplies:

From:	001-1042-6011	Training & Education	$1,191
	001-1042-5601	Administrative Travel	$1,000
			$2,191


To:	001-1042-6205	Materials & Supplies	$2,191

Honorable Mike Villarreal, Constable Pct. 2

37.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to cover fees for deputy training classes for the month of August:

From:	001-2503-6205	Materials & Supplies	$1,500
	001-2503-6204	Fuel & Lubricants	$1,000
			$2,500


To:	001-2503-6011	Training & Education	$2,500

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #36 and #37

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

38.

Discussion and possible action to approve the addition of the following seizure at the Sheriff's Office fleet inventory, provide the necessary insurance coverage; and any other matters incident thereto:

Seized Vehicle/s Description:
2006 Honda CR-V
Vehicle Identification Number(VIN): JHLRD78746C0412

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Sheriff's Office, Mr. Joe Lopez was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #38.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

39.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to cover equipment rental accounts and to cover reoccurring expenditures until September 30, 2014:

From:	001-2001-6730	Narcotics Disposal	$11,500


To:	001-2001-6014	Equipment Rental	$ 6,000
	001-2060-6014	Equipment Rental	$ 5,500
			$11,500

Administrative Services

40.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to pay pending settlements, Cobra fees, and Workers Compensation fees:

From:	001-0114-6033	Bonds & Insurance	$ 9,000
	001-0114-6032	Property Casualty Premium	$66,000
	816-0105-9201	Claims Paid	$ 4,000
	817-0105-9201	Claims Paid	$ 9,000
			$88,000


To:	001-0114-9201	Claim Paid	$75,000
	816-0105-6040	Cobra Administration	$ 4,000
	817-0105-6044	3rd Party Administration	$ 9,000
			$88,000

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Administrative Services Office, Ms. Nelda Rodriguez was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #40.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve items #39 and #40

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Building Maintenance

41.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to purchase materials & supplies for general building repairs, vehicle repairs and part time custodian payroll funds for Larga Vista and Bruni Community Center for the remainder of this fiscal year:

From:	001-0106-5601	Administrative Travel	$7,600
	001-0106-6011	Training & Education	$6,000
	001-0106-6402	Repairs & Maint.- Equipment	$5,000
	001-6002-6205	Materials & Supplies	$ 620
			$19,220


To:	001-0106-6205	Materials & Supplies	$5,000
	001-0106-6401	Repairs & Maint.-Buildings	$6,200
	001-0106-5005	Part time	$7,400
	001-6002-6403	Repairs & Maint.-Vehicles	$ 620
			$19,220

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Building Maintenance Director, Mr. Gilberto Garza was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #41.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

42.

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 July 14, 2014.

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate/Salary

0032	General Repairs Person	$10.25
0035	General Repairs Person	$10.25
0889	Custodian	$10.25

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Community Action Agency

43.

Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, effective July 14, 2014. [Account #952-4200-3500]

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate	Hours per Week

1856	Food Transporter	$9.00	20

44.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the release of the following 10% retainage payments. There will be no impact on the General Fund. [Account #508-2311]

Contractor	Project Address	Retainage Amount

Habitat for Humanity	2315 Severita Lane	$4,000
Habitat for Humanity	515 Violette	$4,000

Economic Development

45.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Economic Development Department to seek County designation as a "Promise Zone" with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The "Promise Zone" initiative will revitalize high-poverty communities across the country by creating jobs, increasing economic activity, improving educational opportunities, reducing serious and violent crime, leveraging private capital, and assisting local leaders in navigating federal programs and cutting through red tape.

46.

Discussion and possible action to approve the submission of a Contract Budget Modification #1 to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) requesting a budget line item transfer of $30,000.00 from Sewer Services (472-4228-7009-3) to Water Services (472-4228-7009-4) from grant fund 472, Pueblo Nuevo House-to-Line Water & Sewer Connection Project TCDP #713015; and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documentation. [Account #472-4228]

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #43, #44, #45, and #46

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

El Cenizo Community Center

47.

Discussion and possible action to approve repairs and maintenance to be made to the El Cenizo Community Center parking lot in the amount of $19,000 by Romo Contractors, LLC; and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 1; Account #660-8108-8801 (Capital Outlay Fund - Series 2003)]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #47.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Engineer

48.

Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot for the Engineering Department, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective July 14, 2014

Slot #	Title	Salary

2300	ADA/Emergency Management Coordinator	Up to $56,399

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Administrative Services Office, Ms. Nelda Rodriguez was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #48.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve as long as it doesn't exceed the guidelines of the new adopted rate schedule

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

49.

Discussion and possible action to approve a county match payment of $22,602.00 to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for the use of Title 23 United States Code Section 144 federal funds which will assist in the replacement or rehabilitation of deficient bridges located on public highways, roads and streets, including those under the jurisdiction of local governments and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #010-7002-6404]

50.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to purchase a computer for the Engineering Department:

From:	010-0115-6001	Office Supplies	$1,500
	010-0115-6005	Postage	$1,000
			$2,500

To:	010-0115-6205	Materials & Supplies	$2,500

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #49 and #50

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

51.

Discussion and possible action to approve the solicitation of Request for Qualifications (RFQs) for the La Presa Water Dispenser Design-Build Project. This will call for the relocation of tankage and materials from the Penitas Community Center.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #51.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

52.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department to finish fiscal year 2014:

From:	602-2985	Fund Balance	$196,100

To:	801-3001-6001	Office Supplies	$1,500
	801-3001-6005	Postage & Courier Fees	$2,000
	801-3001-6011	Training & Education	$5,500
	801-3001-6014	Equipment Rental	$2,000
	801-3001-6017	Printing & Supplies	$1,500
	801-3001-6202	Uniforms	$4,000
	801-3001-6205	Materials & Supplies	$10,000
	801-3001-6214	Chemicals	$20,000
	801-3001-6224	Minor Tools & App.	$5,000
	801-3001-6401	Repairs & Maint. Bldg.	$2,000
	801-3001-6402	Repairs & Maint. Equipment	$20,000
	801-3001-6407	Repairs & Maint. Water lines	$12,000
	801-3001-6502	Janitorial Supplies	$1,400
	801-3002-6001	Office Supplies	$200
	801-3002-6201	Utilities	$30,000
	801-3002-6204	Fuel & Lubricants	$5,000
	801-3002-6205	Materials & Supplies	$5,000
	801-3002-6214	Chemicals	$4,500
	801-3002-6402	Repairs & Maint. Equipment	$5,000
	801-3002-6403	Repairs & Maint. Vehicle	$5,000
	801-3004-6001	Office Supplies	$1,500
	801-3004-6022-8	Lab & Testing	$2,000
	801-3004-6048	Licenses & Permits	$3,000
	801-3004-6205	Materials & Supplies	$5,000
	801-3004-6214	Chemicals	$5,000
	801-3004-6224	Minor Tools & App.	$4,000
	801-3004-6401	Repairs & Maint. Bldg.	$2,000
	801-3004-6402	Repairs & Maint. Equipment	$20,000
	801-3004-6403	Repairs & Maint. Vehicle	$2,000
	801-3004-6407	Repairs & Maint. Water lines	$4,000
	801-3004-6408	Repairs & Maint. Sewer lines	$5,000
	801-3004-6703	Land Fill Fees	$1,000
			$196,100

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia and Chief Deputy Auditor, Mr. Rafael Perez were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #52.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Fire Suppression & EMS Services

53.

Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers due to higher gas prices, multiple units responding to calls, and large distances traveled to calls:

From:	001-2203-6721	Stipends	$14,000


To:	001-2203-6204	Fuel & Lube	$ 9,000
	001-2203-6403	Vehicle Maintenance	$ 5,000
			$14,000

Head Start

54.

Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots:

Slot #	Title	Hourly Rate	Pay Periods
978	Part Time Substitute Teacher	$ 8.12	20
1161	Part Time Substitute Teacher	$ 8.12	20
1703	Part Time Substitute Teacher	$ 8.12	20
1139	Head Cook II	$13.15	25

55.

Discussion and possible action to correct and ratify the salary for Slot #1084 (Bus Driver) from $9.57 per hour to $10.72 per hour due to an error by the Head Start department. If the correction is approved by the Court, the employee will receive a salary adjustment retroactive to his start date of June 24, 2014.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ramon Villafranca was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #55.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #53, #54, and #55

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

La Presa Community Center

56.

Discussion and possible action to accept a donation in the amount of $500.00 from David Gray to the La Presa Community Center, to be used for the purchase of recreational equipment.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Larga Vista Community Center

57.

Discussion and possible action to purchase fencing material to secure trash bins at the Larga Vista Community Center and Larga Vista Headstart Center in the amount of $911.36 from Account #604-0101-8103. Installation will be done in-house by HeadStart personnel. [Permanent Improvement Fund]

Medical Examiner

58.

Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective July 14, 2014:

Slot	Title	Hourly Rate

2232	Administrative Assistant	$14.35

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve items #57 and #58 as long as it corresponds with the new rate schedule

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Purchasing

59.

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following service contract:

Bid 2014-32 - 3 Year contract for Electrician Services

60.

Discussion and possible action to purchase One (1) 2014 Ford F150 Crew-Cab 2x4 vehicle for Constable Adrian Cortez, Pct. 3 from Caldwell Country Ford - Chevrolet, pursuant to Section 271.101 and 271.102 Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program BuyBoard contract 430-13 in the amount of $46,618.00. [Requested by Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3; Account #349-2501-8801 (Stonegarden Fund)]

61.

Discussion and posible action to award RFP-2014-02 "County Billing Audit Services" to Gulf Coast Utility Service with the best value for Webb County; these services will identify billing errors and bring a reimbursement to Webb County.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #59, #60, and #61

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

62.

Discussion and possible action to award a Three (3) year cell phone contract to Verizon pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 271.101 Cooperative Purchasing Program; DIR Contract #SDD-1779. The recommended plan will be the America's Choice II Plan that allows for 400 pooled minutes; unlimited text; unlimited pictures; unlimited data; with free nights and weekends, for an individual total cost of $50.00 plus fees. AT&T, DIR Contract #SDD-1777 will be secondary allowing for certain area coverage not available to Verizon.

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Purchasing Agent, Dr. Cecilia Moreno was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #62.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to table item #62 until we get the information from AT&T

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to go to Executive Session on item #63, #64, #65, and #66

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

(Executive Session 11:50 a.m. - 12:21 p.m.)

No action taken.

Closed Session/Executive Session

63.

Discussion and possible action to approve settlement offer in the case entitled Issai Garcia et al v. Webb County, Texas et al, civil action number 5:13-cv-122, pending in the United States District Court, Southern District, Laredo Division and authorizing the county judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(b) (Consultation with attorney about a settlement offer)]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Ms. Molly Higgins Santos recommended that the court accept the settlement offer.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve the settlement offer

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

64.

Discussion and possible action to review and approve the execution of a Conciliation Agreement In the Matter of: United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission And Yessenia Rubio, Webb County Youth Village, Webb County Juvenile Probation Department, Respondent, EEOC Charge 451-2012-02685, and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (A)(B) (Consultation with Attorney)]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ramon Villafranca was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #64.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve the recommended settlement by the County Attorney and if allowed by law for it to come out from that particular department

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

65.

Discussion and possible action to authorize and approve a proposed settlement agreement of the pending litigation in case styled Comite De Ciudanos Unidos De El Cenizo, et al; as Plaintiffs vs. Webb County, in Civil Action Number 5:14-CV-0014, pending in the United States District Court, Southern District, Laredo Division, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Sections 551.071(1) (a) & (b) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation and about a settlement offer)] [Requested by Luis Perez Garcia, P.E., Webb County Engineering Department; Account - Auditor to determine funding source]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ray Rodriguez recommended to approve the settlement of the case.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to accept the settlement

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

66.

Discussion and possible action to approve and authorize a proposed settlement agreement of the pending enforcement action/litigation between the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (“TCEQ”) and Webb County regarding the Webb County Water Treatment Plant in Docket No. 2013-2014-MLM-E, by and between “TCEQ” and Webb County, and authorizing the County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Sections 551.071(1) (a) & (b) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation and about a settlement offer)] [Requested by Luis Perez Garcia, P.E., Webb County Engineering Department; Account - Auditor to determine funding source]

Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office July 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ray Rodriguez recommended the approval of the settlement offer.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve the settlement with TCEQ

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

67.

Adjourn

Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to adjourn

Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried

Official Minutes for Webb County Commissioners Court Meeting Monday, July 14, 2014 at 9:00 AM (Approved July 28, 2014)
Let it be remembered that a regular meeting of the Webb County Commissioners Court was held at 9:00 a.m. at the regular meeting place with the following members present to wit: Danny Valdez, County Judge Linda R. Ramirez, Commissioner, Pct. 1 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner, Pct. 2 John C. Galo, Commissioner, Pct. 3 Jaime Alberto Canales, Commissioner, Pct. 4 Thus constituting a quorum, the Commissioners Court proceeded to act upon the Agenda as posted in the meeting notice of the 11th day of July 2014. Present also were Ms. Virginia Martinez, Deputy County Clerk representing Mrs. Margie Ramirez Ibarra, Ex-officio Clerk of the Commissioners Court, various officers and others interested in the business of the Court.