Official Minutes for Webb County
Commissioners Court Meeting

Monday, September 22, 2014 at 9:00 AM
(Approved October 14, 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 19th day of September 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.
 
 
               
CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE DANNY VALDEZ, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE
 
1.   Roll Call by Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk
 
2.   Pledge of Allegiance
 
3.      Approval of Minutes for September 8, 2014 and September 10, 2014   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
4.   Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Treasurer's Office, Mr. Cesar Guerra presented the checks, side bills, and ratification of payroll  for September 12, 2014 pending approval.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Mr. Cesar Guerra presented the monthly report for August 2014.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Mr. Cesar Guerra presented the permanent school fund report for the month of August 2014.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
5.   Communications

Cmr. Canales congratulated Mr. Gerry Schwebel for being nominated to the Tejano Achievers Award for 2014. He congratulated Marco Villanueva, Albert Gonzalez, Manuel Salinas, and their Coach Will Rollin for representing the South Texas Louisiana Region at the USA Baseball National Team. Cmr. Canales congratulated Juan Francisco Ochoa for receiving the 2014 Award by Mexico's Consulate General. He congratulated Marieli Guardiana, Finley Elementary School 5th grade student, for claiming the top price in a singing competition in Univision's Sabado Gigante in Miami, Florida. Cmr. Canales reminded everyone of the Safety Fair being conducted by Ms. Cynthia Mares and the Administrative Services Department on Thursday at 8:30 a.m. He congratulated Chief Rangel for acquiring three (3) vehicles through a grant provided by Texas A&M Forestry Service. Cmr. Canales congratulated TAMIU Freshman Rebecca Hernandez for being named the Heartland Conference Cross Country Runner for the Week from September 7 through the 14. He congratulated Polo Martinez, Jr. and Alex Ramirez for winning their boxing matches at the Houston Open Ring Nationals. Cmr. Canales congratulated the first students that completed and graduated from the Webb County Drug Court Program. He sent his heartfelt condolences to the family of David C. Leyendecker, John Louis "Bubba" Chamberlain, Felipa Guillen, Faustina Rubio, Teresa Ann Cornejo, Timothy Scott Torres, Laura Olivia Lugo, Oscar Carlos Flores, and Juan T. Morales.

Cmr. Galo congratulated the Sheriff's Department on Operation Child Guardian and the generous donation of backpacks on the Star of Hope Campaign. He reminded everyone to donate to the Sheriff's Department Build A Bear Campaign. Cmr. Galo congratulated Doctor's Hospital on their ground breaking ceremonies for their new Cardiac Unit and for their new Emergency Clinic to be located in South Laredo. He congratulated the six local veterans who were flown to Washington D.C. to experience the war monument that honors our fallen heroes. Cmr. Galo congratulated Mr. John Valls, World War II veteran, for being named one of the newest recipients to the Tejano Achiever Award. He congratulated WBCA for unveiling their artwork for the 2015 celebrations. Cmr. Galo mentioned that the 2nd Annual Care Loving Giving Concert for United Way would be featuring the Spasmatics on the 27th at the Laredo Civic Center at 8 p.m. He congratulated the newly named trustees of Laredo Medical Center; Dalia Martinez and Priya Vaswani. Cmr. Galo congratulated the TAMIU Dustdevils Women's Soccer Team for being ranked 6th in the nation. He sent his heartfelt condolences to the family of David Leyendecker, John "Bubba" Chamberlain, Tyler Robledo, Ricardo Ramirez, and Alfredo Longoria.

Cmr. Canales wished a very Happy Birthday to Cmr. Linda Ramirez. He congratulated Veterans Service Officer, Mr. David Garza for being the recipient of the Annual Veterans County Service Officer Appreciation Award by the Texas Veterans Commission.

Cmr. Galo congratulated Mr. Rod Lewis for being named recipient of this year's Angel of Hope Award.

Cmr. Tijerina wished a very Happy Birthday to Cmr. Linda Ramirez. She congratulated the Laredo's Builders Association Cornerstone Award recipients; Mr. Dickey Haynes, Peggy Newman, Dennis Nixon, and Michael York. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Mr. David Garza on his recent award. She congratulated the Sheriff's Department on Operation Child Guardian and on the Build A Bear Campaign kickoff. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated Doctor's Hospital on the ground breaking of their new Emergency Room. She congratulated World War II Veteran, Mr. John Valls for being named the newest recipient of the Tejano Achiever Award as well as Mr. Gerry Schwebel. Cmr. Tijerina congratulated the WBCA on the unveiling of the new artwork for the 2015 celebration. She sent out her heartfelt condolences to the family of David Leyendecker, John Chamberlain, and Cherri Villarreal.

Cmr. Ramirez congratulated Veterans Service Officer, Mr. David Garza on his recent award. She thanked everyone who played a roll in the opening of the Mirando City Activity Center. Cmr. Ramirez thanked the staff from the E.J. Salinas Community Center; Ms. Johnson, Mrs. Lira, Mrs. Gribble, and Ms. Juana Lopez. She thanked Building Maintenance, MIS, Purchasing, Road and Bridge, Planning, Parks and Grounds, and her amazing staff for putting everything together. Cmr. Ramirez thanked the Sun Family for their generous donation of building and everyone who attended. She thanked the staff from the La Presa Community Center and all those involved in the process of bringing mailboxes to the community. Cmr. Ramirez thanked especially; Mr. Villalon from the U.S. Postal Service, Judge Danny Valdez and Joey Diaz De Leon, Administrative Assistant, Road and Bridge, Engineering, staff at the La Presa Community Center; Ms. Sara Jo Davila, Ms. Mary Rodriguez, and Panchito. She congratulated the Fire Department for receiving a grant from the Texas Forest Service. Cmr. Ramirez reminded everyone that on September 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. the Administrative Services Department would be hosting the Webb County Employee Safety Fair. She mentioned that the Sheriff's Department is still in the middle of their Share A Bear Campaign. Cmr. Ramirez mentioned that tomorrow would be National Voter Registration Day.  

Judge Valdez wished a very Happy Birthday to Cmr. Linda Ramirez and a Happy belated Birthday to Cmr. Rosaura Tijerina. He congratulated Chief Rangel on the grant that was issued by the Texas Forest Service. Judge Valdez congratulated Cmr. Ramirez on the two ribbon cutting ceremonies held for the La Presa Mailboxes and the Mirando City Activity Center. 

Judge Valdez recognized and invited to the podium Ms. Diana Garcia, representative from the Rio Grande International Study Center to address the Commissioners Court on the proclamation for Dia del Rio.

Cmr. Tijerina read the proclamation naming the month of October 2014 as Dia del Rio 2014.

Judge Valdez asked Veterans Service Officer, Mr. David Garza to approach the podium.

The Commissioners Court presented a plaque to Veteran Service Officer, Mr. David Garza in appreciation of the recognition received by the Texas Veterans Commission for the Annual Veterans County Service Officer Appreciation Award.
 
   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to bring up item #7
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1
 
7.      Recognition and presentation to United South's Rudy Flores for winning Gold in World Powerlifting competition.

Present to address the Commissioners Court on item #7 were United South High School student Rudy Flores, Principal Ms. Adriana Ramirez, and Student Activity Director, Chris Sandoval.

The Commissioners Court presented a plaque to United South High School student Rudy Flores in recognition of the gold medal he won at the World Powerlifting Competition.		   
 
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.

Administrative Services Department, Ms. Adriana Talbot and Ms. Pilar De La Fuente on behalf of Ms. Cynthia Mares Administrative Services Director
Ms. Talbot invited all Webb County Employees to attend the Webb County Safety Fair to be held on Thursday, September 25, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Judge Valdez stated that other members had signed up for Public Comment but that they would be heard at the time of the Budget Hearing.
 
COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:
 
Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2
 
8.      Discussion and possible action to accept a check from Direct Energy/CPL Retail Energy/WTU Retail Energy's Neighbor to Neighbor Program in the amount of $5,000.00. Webb County Community Action Agency will utilize these funds to assist qualified CPL Retail Energy LLC clients. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Webb County Economic Development/CAA Director; Account #907-4202-7004]
  		   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
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9.      Discussion and possible action to designate the following meeting dates and times on which the Commissioners Court shall convene in regular term each month during Fiscal Year 2014-2015 pursuant to Section 81.005, Texas Local Government Code. The Court may convene on any other day as deemed necessary and as authorized by law.

October 14, 2014 (Tuesday) at 9:00 a.m.
October 27, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
November 10, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
November 24, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
December 8, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
December 22, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
January 12, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
January 26, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
February 9, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
February 23, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
March 9, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
March 23, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
April 13, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
April 27, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
May 11, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
May 26, 2015 (Tuesday) at 9:00 a.m.
June 8, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
June 22, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
July 13, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
July 27, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
August 10, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
August 24, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
September 14, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
September 28, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
 		   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Executive Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #9.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to defer item #9
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
10.      Discussion and possible action to approve the proposed holiday schedule for Fiscal Year 2014-2015; and any others matters incident thereto:

Columbus Day – Monday October 13, 2014
Veteran’s Day – Tuesday November 11, 2014
Thanksgiving – Thursday and Friday November 27 and 28, 2014
Christmas – Thursday and Friday December 25 and 26, 2014
New Years – Thursday January 1, 2015
Martin Luther King – Monday January 19, 2015
President’s Day- Monday February 16, 2015
Easter – Monday April 6, 2015
Memorial Day – Monday May 25, 2015
Independence Day – Friday July 3, 2015
Labor Day – Monday September 7, 2015

Four (4) Personal Holidays                          		   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Executive Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #10.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to move up item #57
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Information Technology
 
57.      Discussion and possible action to enter into agreements for the purchase of Odyssey and Incode software from Tyler Technologies via the National Joint Powers Alliance Cooperative Purchasing Contract (#113011) pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F; Cooperative Purchasing program; Texas Local Government Code, to a total not to exceed $3,200,000.00 and authorize budget appropriating and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Bond Series 2013]  

 		   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

IT Director, Mr. Rafael Pen, Judge Joe Lopez, 49th District Court, District Attorney, Mr. Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney's Office, Ms. Marisela Jacaman, County Clerk, Ms. Margie Ramirez Ibarra, District Clerk, and Ms. Esther Degollado were all present to address the Commissioners Court on item #57.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Commissioners Court
 
11.      Discussion and possible action to set the salaries and allowances of elected county officers in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 152.013 as follows:
 
County Officer Salary
   
County Judge $101,709 (1)
County Commissioners $ 78,126
County Court at Law Judges $158,000 (1)
Sheriff $134,313 (2)
County Attorney $144,684
District Attorney $ 47,603
Tax Assessor Collector $116,027
County Clerk $108,839
District Clerk $108,839
County Treasurer $108,839
Justice of Peace Judges $ 85,075
Constable Precinct #1 $ 91,741 (2)
Constable Precinct #2 $ 79,391
Constable Precinct #3 $ 79,391
Constable Precinct #4 $ 79,391

(1) Includes a $4,800 Salary supplement for serving on the Juvenile Board
(2) Includes an operational allowance of $12,350		   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Executive Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #11.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
12.      Discussion and possible action to levy a property tax rate of $.414700 per $100 taxable value by Order, under the provisions of Article VIII, Sections 9(a) and 9(b) of the Texas Constitution and Section 26.05 of the Tax Code for tax year 2014.    The maintenance and operation tax rate will be $.374600 per $100 valuation of which $.362104 will be for the general fund and $.040100 will be for the road and bridge fund. The debt service rate will be $.040100 per $100 valuation of which $.038365 will be for general fund debt and $.001735 will be for road and bridge debt.   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to open up Public Hearing
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
 
PUBLIC HEARING
 
13.      Public Hearing to consider the proposed budget pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.038. At the conclusion of the Public Hearing, the Commissioners Court shall take action on the proposed budget pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.039.

Webb County Clerk, Mrs. Margie Ramirez Ibarra
Mrs. Ibarra asked the Commissioners Court to please consider the title change for current position under Deputy Clerk Supervisor to Senior Accountant with a grade of 19 / A-E / A, salary would be changed from $44,535 to $46,804.

Daniel Garza Castillon, Executive Director for Border Region Behavioral Health Center joined by Roberto Vela, Board Chair and Israel Gutierrez, CFO
Mr. Garza Castillon thanked the Commissioners Court for their ongoing support on the 3rd Party Funding and asked that they please consider increasing this year's funding to an amount closer to $313,000.
Mr. Vela thanked the Commissioners Court for their vote of confidence on re-appointing him to the board and also asked that they please consider increasing this year's funding.


Judge Valdez asked if anyone was for or against.

No one responded.		   
 
   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to close Public Hearing
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
   
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
 
 
14.      Discussion and possible action to adopt the county budget for fiscal year 2014-2015 pursuant to Chapter 111 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Court may make any modifications to the proposed budget that it considers warranted by law and required by the interest of the taxpayers by majority vote.   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Executive Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford, County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia, and County Auditor, Mr. Leo Flores were all present to address the Commissioners Court on item #14.

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to approve four (4) positions 

Cmr. Canales withdrew his motion.
 
 

(Break 11:17 - 11:36 a.m.)
 
 
Commissioners Court
 
14.   Discussion and possible action to adopt the county budget for fiscal year 2014-2015 pursuant to Chapter 111 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Court may make any modifications to the proposed budget that it considers warranted by law and required by the interest of the taxpayers by majority vote.
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to create an Accountant and Clerk position funded at $100.00 each
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to approve personnel slots to begin on October 1; one (1) for Building Maintenance, one (1) for Administrative Services, one (1) for Tax Assessor Collector, one (1) for County Court at Law II, two (2) for District Attorney and two (2) delayed, one (1) for County Attorney, one (1) for Public Defender, one (1) for District Clerk and one (1) delayed, one (1) for Juvenile Probation, one (1) for Sheriff Bargaining Unit and two (2) delayed, two (2) for Jail Bargaining Unit and two (2) delayed, one (1) for Constable Adrian Cortez and one (1) delayed, one (1) for Parks and Grounds, and four (4) for Water Utilities and four (4) delayed
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to adopt the part-time line items that were given under the proposed budget
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to change title from Supervisor in the County Clerk's Office to Senior Accountant, with a salary change from $44,535 annual to $46,804 annual, and a grade change to 19/A-E/A
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to increase 3rd Party Funding for MHMR from $69,500 to $150,000
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve Hotel Motel and 3rd Party Funding as amended
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to adopt the budget

Judge Valdez withdrew his motion.

Cmr. Ramirez withdrew her second.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to adopt the Condrey Consulting Study including anything that was mentioned today and have the County Auditor reconcile anything needed to be included, and any changes made must go through the Commissioners Court adopted by Condrey
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to decrease Operational Funds by 2%
  Vote: 3 - 2 Motion Carried
 
NAY: County Judge Danny Valdez
  Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales to use Fund 604 first to balance the budget so we do not have a negative number and if there is not enough in 604 go to 603
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to adopt the budget with the changes and any technical errors that may be found
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
   
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to bring up Addendum item #2
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Addendum
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
 
2.   Discussion and possible action to approve the proposed Sheriff fees in accordance with Texas Local Government Code; Section 118.131, Sub chapter F. (Fees of Sheriff and Constable); new fee schedule would be effective January 1, 2015. Contingent upon final review by County Attorney's Office and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident hereto. [Requested Sheriff Martin Cuellar and Leo Flores, County Auditor] [Co-Sponsored by John Galo, Webb County Commissioner, Pct 3 and Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 4]

WEBB COUNTY
PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE FOR 2015
 
  Current
Fee		 Average
Fee		 Proposed
Fee
Notices/Services Fees:      
All Writs $100.00 $140.00 $125.00
Order of Sale $80.00 $140.00 $100.00
Temporary Restraining Order $80.00 $110.00 $100.00
Protective Order (to be charged to respondent) $80.00 $60.00 $100.00
Other Fees:      
For Executing a Deed to purchase of real estate under Execution of an Order of Sale $40.00   $50.00
Bill of Sale (preparation) $40.00 $50.00 $50.00
For Executing a Bill of Sale to each purchaser of personal property under Execution of Order of Sale when demanded by purchase $40.00   $50.00
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to include the publication of the new fees and the written notice to the State Comptroller's on Addendum item #2
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Commissioners Court
 
15.      Discussion and possible action to ratify, adopt and approve the property tax increase reflected in the proposed budget that required raising more revenue from property taxes than in the previous year as required by Texas Local Government Code 111.039(c).   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
16.      Discussion and possible action to adopt the county’s Operational General Order for fiscal year 2014-2015.   
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
17.      Discussion and possible action to make a contribution to the Laredo Main Street, SOL (Streets of Laredo) Masquerade 2014, in the amount of $1,500.00 from County Promotions Account #007-0101-7426 to support Laredo Main Street, an organization dedicated to preserving, developing, and promoting Downtown Laredo; and any other matters incident thereto.[Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]
 		   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney
 
18.      Discussion and possible action to authorize a renewal of an Interlocal Agreement with Laredo Community College “LCC” for Fiscal Year 2014-2015 (October 1, 2014 – September 30, 2015), wherein LCC will provide students with an opportunity to work at various county offices and departments as part of the Federal-Work Program at a cost to the County not to exceed ELEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($11,000.00) over the term of the agreement, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Cynthia Mares, Administrative Services Director; Account #001-0109-6022]
 		   
 
19.      Discussion and possible action to enter into a Forty-Eight (48) month (September 22, 2014 to September 21, 2016) Lease Agreement between Toshiba Business Solutions and the Webb County Planning Department for a Toshiba Digital Copier E-Studio 6570CT at a cost of Three Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars and Seven Cents ($347.07) per month for a total amount of Sixteen Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-Nine Dollars and Thirty-Six Cents ($16,659.36) over the term of the agreement, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Subchapter F., Cooperative Purchasing Program; Sections 721.101 and 271.102, DIR-SDD Contract No. 1686, subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rhonda Tiffin, Webb County Planning Director; Account #010-0102-6014]   
 
20.      Discussion and possible action to enter into a Forty-Eight (48) month (September 22, 2014 through September 21, 2016) Maintenance Agreement between Toshiba Business Solutions and Planning Department for a Toshiba E-Studio 6570CT at a quarterly cost of $0.00600 for black images and $0.03250 for color images, excess per unit charge, subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rhonda Tiffin, Webb County Planning Director; Account #010-0102-6014]
 		   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ramon Villafranca stated that a correction needed to be made under items #19 and #20; the date should read as September 22, 2014 to September 21, 2018.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #18, #19 and #20 with the correction on the date to read as September 22, 2014 to September 21, 2018
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
21.      Discussion and possible action to authorize the County Attorney to amend the contract between the Webb County Community Action Agency (CAA) and LHCT Training Center to include CSBG Contract numbers #61140001864 and #61130001603 for the provision of  CDL Truck Driver Training classes. This project is funded through the Texas Department of Community Affairs - Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Communty Action Agency Director; Account #920-4202-7037-10]   
 
22.      Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County to enter into a One (1) year software Maintenance Agreement (October 1, 2014 through September 30, 2015) with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ERSI) to provide software maintenance support for the Mapping and 911 software utilized by the Planning Department at a cost of EIGHT THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS AND TEN CENTS ($8,400.10), subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rhonda Tiffin, Webb County Planning Director; Account #010-2202-6222]
 		   
 
23.      Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year lease extension for the Adult Probation Program for office space located at 1119 Houston St., with said One (1) year term shall be divided into Two (2) Six month extensions, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Melinda Viduarri, Adult Probation Director; Account #001-0109-6012]    
 
24.      Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year High Intensity Drug Trafficking Task Force Agreement between the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Webb County Constable, Precinct 1. The purpose of this agreement is to disrupt the illicit drug traffic in the Laredo, Texas area by immobilizing targeted violators and trafficking organizations. The terms of this cooperative agreement will begin October 1, 2014 and end September 30, 2015, with no impact to the General Fund; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rudy Rodriguez, Webb County Constable Pct. 1]   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve items #21, #22, #23, and #24
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
25.      Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County to enter into a Five (5) year term Lease/Purchase agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for Webb County telephonic system at a yearly cost of Sixty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Seven Dollars and Fifteen Cents ($65,577.15), with a total cost of Three Hundred Fifteen Thousand Sixteen Dollars and Twenty-Two Cents ($315,016.22), subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #600-9101-9834-0 (Capital Lease)]   
 
26.      Discusson and possible action to enter into a Fifty-Seven (57) month lease between OD Security North America, LLC and Webb County Sheriff’s Office effective, October 1, 2014 through June 30, 2019 to lease a 2014 SOTER RS Full Body Security Scanning System for the Webb County Jail at a rate of $2,213.86 per month, subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign all revelant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff; Account #001-2060-6014]   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #25 and #26
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney
 
27.      Discussion and possible action to approve Joint Law Enforcement Operation (JLEO) agreements between Webb County and U.S. Marshalls for overtime reimbursement of costs incurred by the District Attorney's Office in providing resources to Joint Operations/Task Forces, effective September 22, 2014. No cash match is required. [New fund to be established by County Auditor]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to open up Public Hearing
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk
 
 
OPEN PUBLIC HEARING
 
28.      Public hearing pursuant to Texas Government Code §51.305 to consider and discuss a plan for the preservation and restoration of the district court records archive pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 51, Subchapter D.  The plan includes a provision to impose a Records Archive Fee $10.00 to preserve and restore district court records, effective January 1, 2015.

Judge Valdez asked if anyone was for or against.

No one responded.

 		   
 
   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to close Public Hearing
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
 
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
 
29.      Discussion and possible action to approve the Preservation and Restoration Records Archive Plan for the District Clerk of Webb County, including the imposition of a $10.00 fee for documents filed with the District Clerk, effective January 1, 2015; and any other matters incident thereto.   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge
 
30.      Discussion and possible action to enter into a Contract Agreement with Chestnut Health Systems to provide software services for the Webb County Court at Law #2 Juvenile Drug Court Program for a term of One (1) year that shall commence on September 30, 2014 and expire on September 29, 2015 at a total cost of Six Thousand Fifty-Five Dollars ($6,055.00) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.  [Account #359-1011-6022 (Webb County Juvenile Drug Treatment Program)]   
 
31.      Discussion and possible action to enter into an Independent Contractor Agreement with Todd Russell, Ph.D., to provide needs assessment, evaluation and consulting services for the Webb County Court at Law #2 Juvenile Drug Court Program for a term of One (1) year, that shall commence on September 30, 2014 and expire on September 29, 2015 at a monthly cost of Nine Hundred Dollars ($900.00), with a total cost
of Ten Thousand Eight Hundred Dollars ($10,800.00) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters
incident thereto.  [Account #359-1011-6022 (Webb County Juvenile Drug Treatment Program)]		   
 
32.      Discussion and possible action to enter into a Subcontract Agreement with Serving Children and Adults in Need, Inc. to provide screening, assessment, treatment planning, evidence based outpatient drug treatment and discharge planning for the Webb County Court at Law #2 Juvenile Drug Court Program for a term of Three (3) years that shall commence on September 30, 2014 and expire on September 29, 2017 at a yearly cost of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($225,000.00), with a total cost of Six Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand Dollars ($675,000.00), subject to annual budget appropriation, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #359-1011-6022 (Webb County Juvenile Drug Treatment Program)]   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #30, #31, and #32
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Ramiro Veliz, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 1
 
33.      Discussion and possible action to purchase Eleven (11) Computers and software for Judge Ramiro Veliz, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2, Place 1, from Dell and SHI, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 Subchapter F; Cooperative Purchasing Programs; Texas Local Government Code, Contract DIR –SDD 1951 and 2503, in the amount  of $19,805.39. [Account #016-1042-8801 (Technology Fund)]
 		   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
 
34.     

Discussion and possible action to authorize the transfer of the following patrol units to the Zapata County Independent School District Police Department and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto:

Unit 27-104
2005 Ford Crown Victoria
VIN No.:  2FAFP71W55X148628
Mileage:  155,426

Unit 27-108
2005 Ford Crown Victoria
VIN No.:  2FAFP71W65X148623
Mileage:  182,873

   
 
35.      Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Fiscal Year 2014 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) grant award from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) in the amount of $68,943 as reimbursement for the incarceration costs of housing state criminal aliens at the Webb County jail and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.  This grant is a reimbursement of costs already incurred at the Webb County jail and does not require any match.  [Account #001-2060-3409]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve items #34 and #35
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
36.      Discussion and possible action to approve Compensatory Time for Twenty-One (21) Webb County Sheriff Bargaining members in accordance with Article XIII (Special Benefits); Section C., of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for hours exceeding 480 in the amount of $66,279.00 to include base pay and fringe benefits contingent upon approval and verification by County Auditor and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Accounts from respective Divisions: #001-2001 and #001-2060]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Auditor, Mr. Leo Flores was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #36.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: County Judge Danny Valdez (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
Administrative Services
 
37.      Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to pay claims which are due by the end of September 2014:

 
From:  816-0105-9201 Medical Claims Paid $80,000
To: 816-0105-9202 Claims Paid Dental $80,000
 		   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: County Judge Danny Valdez (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
38.      Discussion and possible action to appoint or re-appoint Civil Service Commissioners for a Two (2) year term commencing effective September 22, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto, including but not limited to naming a chairperson of the Commission.   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

No action taken.
 
39.      Presentation by Insurance Consultant with discussion and possible action to amend his recommendation regarding Request For Proposals #2014-05, Insurance Ancillary Products.
 		   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Administrative Services Director, Ms. Cynthia Mares and Insurance Consultant, Mr. Roger Garza was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #39.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to go to the next most responsible bidder, Bay Bridge
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
40.      Presentation by Insurance Consultant with discussion and possible action to award contract of Webb County's Property and Casualty Insurance to broker Wells Fargo, Inc., also working with Midwest Employers Casualty Company and OneBeacon Insurance effective October 1, 2014 thru September 30, 2015 at a 2.7% rate increase  which was less than originally agreed upon with an approximate total premium of $680,497.00, and to authorize the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Accounts #001-0114-6032, #817-0105-6035 and #817-0105-6022]     
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Administrative Services Director, Ms. Cynthia Mares was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #40.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
Building Maintenance
 
41.      Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slots, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective September 22, 2014:
 
Slot # Title Hourly Rate
 
1965 Office Clerk II $11.41
2788 Custodian $11.41
  
 
42.      Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to pay part time custodian payroll funds for Larga Vista Community Center, Bruni Community Center and E.J.Salinas Community Center for the remainder of this fiscal year:
 
From: 001-0106-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $1,000
  001-0106-6703 Landfill $  800
  001-6002-6703 Landfill $  800
      $2,600
       
       
To: 001-0106-5005 Part Time $2,600
  
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #41 and #42
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
Casa Blanca Golf Course
 
43.      Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to cover end of the year repairs on older John Deere equipment, irrigation expansion, repairs and improvement; and administrative travel for incurring costs of travel for Southern Golf Properties Superintendent to come down and consult:
 
From: 800-6011-6780 Sods/Fertilizer $5,600
  800-6012-6412 Carts $2,000
  800-6013-6780 Sods/Seeds $2,200
  800-6015-6502 Janitor Supplies $ 500
  800-6015-6208 Grocery Beverage/Food $6,000
  800-6016-6006 Advertising $2,500
  800-6011-6014 Equipment Rental $1,200
  800-6011-6412 R & M Barn/Clubhouse $ 750
      $20,750
       
       
To: 800-6011-6412 Equipment/Irrigation $17,000
  800-6015-6208 Restaurant Supplies $1,000
  800-6011-5601 Administrative Travel $1,200
  800-6011-6205 Materials & Supplies $1,550
      $20,750
  
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
Community Action Agency
 
44.      Discussion and possible action to approve the Volunteers Serving the Need-Helping Veteran's and Bring Everyone Special Together (B.E.S.T.) Time Bank as Representative Organizations for Category "C" for the Webb County Community Action Agency Advisory Board; and any other matters incident thereto.   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
Economic Development
 
45.      Discussion and possible action to award bid 2014-4 Webb County Housing Rehabilitation Program in Colonia Pueblo Nuevo to the lowest and best qualified bidder for the Texas Community Development Program (TCDP) #712095 Housing Rehabilitation Program - Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documentation.  This will not impact the general fund. [Fund #741]
 
Bid Address
   
 Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) #015 507 Main

 
                                                       		   
 
Engineer
 
46.      Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department to cover end of the year expenses:

 
From: 801-3001-6022 Professional Services $  850
  801-3001-6011 Training & Education $5,100
  801-3001-6007 Dues & Membership $  550
  801-3001-6006 Advertising $1,200
  801-3004-6001 Office Supplies $  270
  801-3004-6048 Licenses & Permits $  500
  801-3004-6703 Landfill Fees $2,800
      $11,270
To: 801-3001-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $9,000
  801-3001-6224 Minor Tools & Apparatus $  270
  801-3004-6224 Minor Tools & Apparatus $  500
  801-3001-6205 Materials & Supplies $1,500
      $11,270
  
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Economic Development Deputy Director, Mr. James Flores stated that the lowest bidder/sole bidder was Bronze Builders at $24,767.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve items #45 with the lowest bidder/sole bidder as Bronze Builders and #46
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
47.      Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Engineering Department to purchase computer equipment, electronic equipment and janitorial supplies:

 
From: 010-0115-5601 Administrative Travel $3,500
  010-0115-6011 Training & Education $3,000
      $6,500
       
       
To: 010-0115-6205 Materials & Supplies $6,500
  
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
48.      Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order 1, 2 and 3 to the Aftermath Roofing Contract in the amount of $33,090.00 to cover additional work required to install the new roof at 4101 Juarez.  The new contract amount will be $210,370.00. [Account #739-1200-8801-14]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia and County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ray Rodriguez were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #48.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
49.      Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order #1 to the J-Starr Construction Inc., Golf Club Kitchen Renovation Contract in the amount of $18,517.00 and the addition of 15 days.  This is to cover additional work required due to badly weathered roof supports, building leaks and additional paint prep and paint work.  The new contract amount will be $157,583.24. [Account #746-6001-8601 (Bond Series 2013)]   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
50.      Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to procure a Vactor 2100 Plus Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck from Houston Freightliner Inc., pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F; Cooperative Purchasing Program; Texas Local Government Code, HGAC Contract HT06-14, in the amount of $333,691.97, effective October 1, 2014. To be used at the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant Settling Basins, Lift Station-collection, Manholes and Sewer Plant. [Account #603-0101-8801-Capital Outlay]   
 
51.      Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to purchase One (1) 2015 International PROSTAR Truck from Santex Truck Centers, LTD., pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 Subchapter F; Cooperative Purchasing Program; Texas Local Government Code, HGAC contract HT06-14, in the amount of $106,058.00, effective October 1, 2014.  Truck will be used to haul water to the Colorado Acres Water Dispenser at Las Lomas. [Account #603-0101-8801]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia and County Auditor, Mr. Leo Flores were both present to address the Commissioners Court on items #50 and #51.
 
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #50 and #51 subject to availability in Fund 603
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
52.      Discussion and possible action to approve additional funds to increase the following accounts for the 2014-2015 Budget for the Utilities Department as follows: 

$5,400.00 for uniforms on Account #801-3001-6202,
$1,500.00 for Safety Equipment on Account #801-3001-6224,
$20,000.00 for Fuel and Lubricants on Account #801-3001-6204,
$1,500.00 for Dues and Memberships on Account #801-3001-6007,
$7,500.00 for Telephone on Account #801-3001-6004,
$6,000.00 on Training and Education on Account #801-3001-6011,
$3,000.00 for Licenses and Permits on Account #801-3001-6048. 

This is being requested due to additional personnel approved for this department.		   
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez to approve item #52 subject to the 2%
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
53.      Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to purchase supplies, for repairs of existing equipment, from Automation Concepts in the amount of $26,185.00 for One (1) EMO positioning valve for the Backwash Flow Control and One (1) Filter effluent control valve for Filter #2, effective October 1, 2014. Need to replace damaged valves to the flow control when Backwashing the filters at the Water Treatment Plant.  [Section 262.024. DISCRETIONARY EXEMPTIONS. (a.) A contract for the purchase of any of the following items is exempt from the requirement established by Section 262.023 if the Commissioners Court by order grants the exemptions (11) vehicle and equipment repairs] [Account #603-0101-8801]   
 
54.      Discussion and possible action to approve a proposal from Economists.com LLC., for updating the previous Water Rate Study and consulting on requirements to implement a rate increase in accordance with our settlement agreement with the customers of the Webb County Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant in the amount of $9,500.00 including Two (2) meetings and an option for additional meetings at $1,500.00 per meeting.  [Account to be determined]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Engineer, Mr. Luis Perez Garcia was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #53 and #54.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve items #53 and #54
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Head Start
 
55.      Discussion and possible action to ratify the Texas Department of Agriculture,Child and Adult Care Food Program grant application for the 2014-2015 program year.    
 
56.      Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots:
 
Slot# Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods
1108 Part Time Substitute Teacher $ 8.38 20
1110 Part Time Substitute Teacher $ 8.38 20
1699 Part Time Substitute Teacher $ 8.38 20
1038 Teacher Assistant $ 9.76 20
1707 Teacher $14.64 20
1637 Area Service Manager $15.37 20
2570 Early Head Start Part Time
Teacher Floater		 $ 9.40 26
2562 Early Head Start Teacher $ 9.93 26
2568 Early Head Start Teacher $ 9.93 26
2558 Early Head Start
Home Visitor		 $ 9.93 26
  
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve items #55 and #56
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Juvenile Probation Department
 
58.      Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to purchase a vehicle for Constable Rudy Rodriguez Office in lieu of monetary payment for security services at the Youth Village, as approved by the Webb County Juvenile Board in Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) dated September 11, 2013. [Co-Sponsored by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioners Pct. 1]
 
From: 001-1301-6023 Contract Services $56,233
To: 001-1301-8801 Capital Outlay $56,233
  
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Chief Juvenile Probation Officer, Ms. Melissa Mojica and County Attorney's Office, Ms. Alexandra Colessides Solis were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #58.
 
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales
  Vote: 3 - 2 Motion Carried
 
NAY: Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
  Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
 
Medical Examiner
 
59.      Discussion and possible action to approve a payout of 169 hours of accrued vacation time to Dr. Corinne Stern, Webb County Medical Examiner, in the amount of $15,237.56 from payroll savings, for the 2013-2014 fiscal year.  This personal time could not be taken and county policy restricts the hours from being carried over. [Co-Sponsored by Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Medical Examiner, Dr. Corinne Stern and County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ramon Villafranca were both present to address the Commissioners Court on item #59.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 4 - 1 Motion Carried
 
NAY: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
 
Purchasing
 
60.      Discussion and possible action to reject bid 2015-60 Annual Contract for Food Commodities, and to extend the current contract contingent upon pricing remaining constant for another year. Current contract is held by Labatt Food Service (Primary), Ben E. Keith (Secondary).   
 
61.      Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following contract:

Bid 2015-62 - Two (2) Year Contract for Coffee		   
 
62.      Discussion and possible action to solicit bids for the following annual contracts:

Bid 2015-55  Two (2) Year contract for Fuel in the Bruni, TX area (Constable Pct. 3 fueling station)
 		   
 
63.      Discussion and possible action to offer a One (1) year extension to annual contracts, Bid 2015-83  Annual Contract for the Maintenance & Inspection of Alarms – TCR Best Alarm Company and Bid 2015-83-1 Annual Contract for the Repairs & Maintenance of Alarms- TCR Best Alarm Company; and to offer a Three (3) month extension to Bid 2014-89  Three (3) month contract for Produce - RC Produce.

 		   
 
64.      Discussion and possible action to authorize and request to add internet and telephone service, including telephone jacks, and installation to the Wastewater Plant located at 1806 Margarita Lane.    
 
65.      Discussion and possible action to award RFP 2014-08 Sheriff's Administration Building Parking/Fencing to AC-DC Inc. in the amount of $186,450.00. [Account #751-2001-8801]   
 
66.      Discussion and possible action to dispose of surplus or salvage property as allowed in Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (1); and sell the identified items by competitive bid or auction through CABCO.
 
2000 Chevy Impala Public Defenders
2003 Ford Explorer Constable Pct. 3
2010 Ford F-150 Constable Pct. 3
1998 Chevy 250 Sheriff's Office
1998 Ford F-150 Sheriff's Office
1994 Ford F-150 Sheriff's Office
2005 Ford F-150 Sheriff's Office
1992 Ford F-150 Motor Pool
1998 Dodge Ram Rio Bravo Community Center
  
 
67.      Discussion and possible action to purchase One (1) 2014 F-150 Truck for Head Start Department  from Sames Motor Company in the amount of $18,994.00. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Head Start Director; Account #903-4207-8801 (Head Start Program Capital Outlay)]   
 
68.      Discussion and possible action to award Bid 2015-88- Three (3) month contract for Meat to Labatt Food Service.   
 
Road & Bridge
 
69.      Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to purchase a new air compressor; current air compressor is 25 years old and no longer repairable:

 
From: 001-0108-6402-01 Repairs & Maint.- Fuel System $3,700
To: 001-0108-6224 Minor Tools & Apparatus $3,700
  
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to approve items #60, #61, #62, #63, #64, #65, #66, #67, #68, and #69
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
70.      Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of Two (2) Caterpillar 140M3 Motor Graders from Holt Cat as specified in Buyboard Quote dated August 28, 2014. Total amount after trade in and discount is $245,200 and $236,200. This amount will be lease financed at a cost to be determined once financing is approved. [Co-Sponsored by John Galo, Comissioner Pct. 3] [Account #600-9101-9829-03]   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Executive Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #70.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Addendum
Honorable Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4
 
1.   Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer:
 
From:         001-0204-6219-2                                    Goods for Public Events                                    $1,000                   
To: 001-0204-6005 Postage $1,000
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Danny Valdez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
 
3.   Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to cover an increase in prisoner housing at both Zapata and Maverick County; and other operational accounts listed have shortfalls due to increase in consumption of electricity, water and gas also attributed to spike in inmate population:

 
From: 001-2001-6202 Uniforms $71,157
  001-2001-6402 Repairs to Equip. & Maint. $2,000
  001-2001-6011 Training & Education $1,500
  001-2001-5601 Administrative Travel $3,800
  001-2060-5601 Administrative Travel $4,503
  001-2060-6011 Training & Education $3,400
  001-2060-6202 Uniforms $36,600
  001-2060-6202 Uniforms $5,000
  001-2061-5003-C Overtime Nurses $15,000
  001-2001-5003-B Overtime CBA $20,000
      $162,960
       
       
To: 001-2060-6023-04 Contract Services - Zapata $32,600
  001-2060-6023-07 Contract Services - Maverick $54,960
  001-2060-6201-01 Electricity $31,500
  001-2060-6201-02 Water $31,500
  001-2060-6201-03 Gas $3,500
  001-2062-6022 Professional Services $6,900
  001-2001-6014 Rental of Equipment $2,000
      $162,960

[Co-Sponsored by John Galo, Webb County Commissioner, Pct 3 and Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 4]
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
   
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to go to Executive Session on items #71 and #72
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
 

(Executive Session 1:17 - 1:24 p.m.)
 
 
  No action taken.
 
Closed Session/Executive Session
 
71.      Discussion and possible action to approve a settlement agreement in Cause Number 2014CVF000456 D3, Juan Doniz d/b/a AA Builders vs. Webb County, Texas; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (1) (A) (B) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation and Discussion about settlement offer)]
 		   
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ramon Villafranca recommended that the Commissioners Court settle the amount as discussed.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to settle the amount as discussed on item #71
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
72.      Discussion and possible action to approve a settlement offer in the grievance styled Annette Alvarado v. Webb County, Texas, pending before arbitration 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) (A) (B) (Consultation with attorney regarding pending litigation and Discussion about settlement offer)]    
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

County Attorney's Office, Mr. Ramon Villafranca recommended that the Commissioners Court approve the settlement offer as discussed.
 
  Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Jaime A. Canales, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve the settlement offer as discussed on item #72
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
Commissioners Court
 
9.   Discussion and possible action to designate the following meeting dates and times on which the Commissioners Court shall convene in regular term each month during Fiscal Year 2014-2015 pursuant to Section 81.005, Texas Local Government Code. The Court may convene on any other day as deemed necessary and as authorized by law.

October 14, 2014 (Tuesday) at 9:00 a.m.
October 27, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
November 10, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
November 24, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
December 8, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
December 22, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.
January 12, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
January 26, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
February 9, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
February 23, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
March 9, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
March 23, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
April 13, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
April 27, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
May 11, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
May 26, 2015 (Tuesday) at 9:00 a.m.
June 8, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
June 22, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
July 13, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
July 27, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
August 10, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
August 24, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
September 14, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
September 28, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.
 
  Discussion on file at the Webb County Clerk's Office September 22, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting DVD.

Commissioners Court Executive Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford was present to address the Commissioners Court on item #9.
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve item #9 and schedule the August 24, 2015 & September 28, 2015 meeting to begin at 5:30 p.m.
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried
 
73.   Adjourn
 
  Motion by County Judge Danny Valdez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Linda R. Ramirez to adjourn
  Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried