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Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1

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 July 14, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Communications

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.

14. Recognition and presentation of Certificates of Achievement to the Northside Little League baseball team for winning the 2013-2014 District and Sectional tournaments.

15. Presentation by representatives of Transportation Excellence for the 21st Century (TEX-21) regarding the mission, goals and objectives of their organization and services being offered; with discussion and possible action.

16. Presentation by Russel Shaffner, Senior Public Policy Consultant for Dean International, Inc. on Texas High Speed Rail & Transportation Corp. (THSRTC); with discussion and possible action.

Item 3

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Discussion and possible action to approve the re-appointment of Mr. Juan G. Sanchez and Mr. Roberto Vela to the Border Region MHMR Community Center d/b/a Border Region Behavioral Health Center Board of Trustees for a Two (2) year term, effective September 1, 2014. [Requested by Border Region Behavioral Health Center]

8. Status report from Mario Pena with Hickey Pena Architects regarding the current work being performed for the proposed central Fire and Emergency Medical Services station.

Item 4

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

9. Discussion and possible action to evaluate the performance of Webb County department head who is subject to the authority of the Webb County Commissioners Court, to wit: Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center Director Action to be taken by Commissioners Court may include continuation of employment, reassignment and modification of duties, disciplinary action, dismissal or other actions. The court may take such action as may be necessary to implement its decision including, but not limited to, appointment of interim department head and/or permanent appointment of department head; and any other matters incident thereto. [CLOSED MEETING/EXECUTIVE SESSION IS REQUESTED PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, TITLE 5, SUBCHAPTER D, SECTIONS 551.071 (A)(B) (CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY) AND 551.074 (PERSONNEL MATTERS)]

10. Discussion and possible action to approve the filling of Slot #2806, Director of the Carlos Aguilar Activity Center (formerly known as the El Cenizo Activity Center) at the budgeted annual salary of $35,000 subject upon the availability of funds, effective immediately.

Item 9

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

18. Discussion and possible action to approve a utility billing and reconciliation contract with Gulf Coast Utility Services (GCUS). GCUS will attempt to recover amounts which have been paid by mistake or error in billing. Any amounts recovered will be divided and Fifty percent reimbursed to Webb County and the remaining Fifty percent awarded to GCUS. The contract will have no impact on the county budget and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

19. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year Professional Services Contract to provide for Drug & Alcohol (“D&A”) Testing Services by and between Webb County and Laredo Examiners, as an independent contractor to test Webb County employees for Drugs & Alcohol pursuant to the agreement. The schedule of Drug & Alcohol testing services and fees is attached to the agreement as Exhibit “A”. The term of this agreement will be from July 28, 2014 thru June 27, 2015, with an option to extend this agreement for Three (3) additional One (1) year extensions of this agreement, subject to the same schedule of fees as set forth in Exhibit “A” for the regular and additional on-site and related D&A services; and subject to annual budgetary appropriations.

20. Discussion and possible action to accept a forfeited Ford F-150 Pick Up from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Bureau of Customs and Border Protection and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

21. Discussion and possible action authorizing Webb County to enter into a Five (5) year agreement with AT&T for Internet services at a monthly rate of $2,402.55 plus fees pursuant to Section 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Local Government Code; DIR –TEX-AN-NG-CTSA-005; and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. These services will be an upgrade to the existing primary Internet service for Webb County. [Account #001-0109-6004-5]

22. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year (September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2015) non-financial job skills training program (“Host Agency”) agreement with AARP Foundation, through the AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program, to provide job training to senior volunteers at NO COST to Webb County and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Cynthia Mares, Webb County Administrative Services Director]

23. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Twenty-Four (24) month (July 28, 2014 through July 28, 2016) Maintenance Agreement between Toshiba Business Solutions and Webb County JP Pct. 1 Place 1 for a Toshiba E-Studio 3530C Digital Color Copier at a quarterly cost of $0.00800 per black images and $0.07500 per color image excess per unit charge and authorizing County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Hector Liendo, Webb County Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Pl 1; Account #001-1040-6402]

24. Discussion and possible action to enter a Thirty-Six (36) month Professional Service Contract renewal (September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2017) with Serving Children and Adolescents in Need, Inc. (S.C.A.N.) to provide Head Start/Early Head Start parents training to allow them to seek, if qualified, federal and/or state social and/or medical assistance, and authorizing County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director]

25. Discussion and possible action to approve the renewal of the lease between First Christian Church and Webb County for the Jorge De La Garza Head Start Center, for a term of Twelve (12) months (September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2015) at a monthly fee of FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) for a total cost of SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS ($6,000.00), subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #903-4208-6012]

26. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start Program and Literacy Volunteers of Laredo. The term of the MOU begins upon the execution of the agreement and shall continue until either party terminates the agreement. The purpose of the MOU is to optimize the delivery of needed services for populations served by both agencies. This action authorizes the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director]

27. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start and Casa de Misericordia for a Non-Financial Agreement for a period of Thirty- Six (36) months beginning on September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2017; this program will provide developmental services for low income pregnant women, and children ages birth to 5, as well as offering social services for their families and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Program Director]

28. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start Program and the City of Laredo Health Department, Nurse-Family Partnership Program. The term of this agreement shall be for a period of Thirty-Six (36) months beginning on September 1, 2014 to August 31, 2017. The purpose of the MOU is to optimize the delivery of needed services for populations served by both agencies and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director]

Items 10 & 11

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

11. Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge

Item 12

Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover expenses for vehicle repairs: From: 001-2500-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $ 5,000 To: 001-2500-6403 Repairs & Maint.-Vehicles $ 5,000

Item 13

Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

32. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to pay for vehicle repairs, to purchase uniforms, and to purchase office materials and supplies: From: 001-2501-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $8,200 To: 001-2501-6403 Repairs & Maint. $2,855 001-2501-6202 Uniforms $1,500 001-2501-6205 Materials & Supplies $ 645 001-2501-5005 Part time $3,200 $8,200

33. Discussion and possible action to correct an error in the approval of Item #29 from the June 23, 2014 Commissioner's Court Meeting. Which approved the purchase of Two (2) AP/X6500 VHF High Power radios for the total amount of $10,268.76. The correct amount should have been $11,731.26 and the correct description is Two (2) APX/7500 Dual Band High Power Radios for Trucks; and to further authorize a correction in the minutes of said meeting; and any other matters incident thereto.

Items 14 - 21

Items 14

15. Administrative Services

Building Maintenance

Carlos Aguilar Activity Center

18. Engineer

19. Head Start

La Presa Community Center

21. Larga Vista Community Center

Items 22 - 25

Item 22

Items 26 - 27

Item 26

27. Road & Bridge

Jul 28, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting

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Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1

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 July 14, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Communications

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.

14. Recognition and presentation of Certificates of Achievement to the Northside Little League baseball team for winning the 2013-2014 District and Sectional tournaments.

15. Presentation by representatives of Transportation Excellence for the 21st Century (TEX-21) regarding the mission, goals and objectives of their organization and services being offered; with discussion and possible action.

16. Presentation by Russel Shaffner, Senior Public Policy Consultant for Dean International, Inc. on Texas High Speed Rail & Transportation Corp. (THSRTC); with discussion and possible action.

Item 3

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Discussion and possible action to approve the re-appointment of Mr. Juan G. Sanchez and Mr. Roberto Vela to the Border Region MHMR Community Center d/b/a Border Region Behavioral Health Center Board of Trustees for a Two (2) year term, effective September 1, 2014. [Requested by Border Region Behavioral Health Center]

8. Status report from Mario Pena with Hickey Pena Architects regarding the current work being performed for the proposed central Fire and Emergency Medical Services station.

Item 4

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

9. Discussion and possible action to evaluate the performance of Webb County department head who is subject to the authority of the Webb County Commissioners Court, to wit: Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center Director Action to be taken by Commissioners Court may include continuation of employment, reassignment and modification of duties, disciplinary action, dismissal or other actions. The court may take such action as may be necessary to implement its decision including, but not limited to, appointment of interim department head and/or permanent appointment of department head; and any other matters incident thereto. [CLOSED MEETING/EXECUTIVE SESSION IS REQUESTED PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, TITLE 5, SUBCHAPTER D, SECTIONS 551.071 (A)(B) (CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY) AND 551.074 (PERSONNEL MATTERS)]

10. Discussion and possible action to approve the filling of Slot #2806, Director of the Carlos Aguilar Activity Center (formerly known as the El Cenizo Activity Center) at the budgeted annual salary of $35,000 subject upon the availability of funds, effective immediately.

Item 9

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

18. Discussion and possible action to approve a utility billing and reconciliation contract with Gulf Coast Utility Services (GCUS). GCUS will attempt to recover amounts which have been paid by mistake or error in billing. Any amounts recovered will be divided and Fifty percent reimbursed to Webb County and the remaining Fifty percent awarded to GCUS. The contract will have no impact on the county budget and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

19. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year Professional Services Contract to provide for Drug & Alcohol (“D&A”) Testing Services by and between Webb County and Laredo Examiners, as an independent contractor to test Webb County employees for Drugs & Alcohol pursuant to the agreement. The schedule of Drug & Alcohol testing services and fees is attached to the agreement as Exhibit “A”. The term of this agreement will be from July 28, 2014 thru June 27, 2015, with an option to extend this agreement for Three (3) additional One (1) year extensions of this agreement, subject to the same schedule of fees as set forth in Exhibit “A” for the regular and additional on-site and related D&A services; and subject to annual budgetary appropriations.

20. Discussion and possible action to accept a forfeited Ford F-150 Pick Up from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Bureau of Customs and Border Protection and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

21. Discussion and possible action authorizing Webb County to enter into a Five (5) year agreement with AT&T for Internet services at a monthly rate of $2,402.55 plus fees pursuant to Section 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Local Government Code; DIR –TEX-AN-NG-CTSA-005; and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. These services will be an upgrade to the existing primary Internet service for Webb County. [Account #001-0109-6004-5]

22. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year (September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2015) non-financial job skills training program (“Host Agency”) agreement with AARP Foundation, through the AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program, to provide job training to senior volunteers at NO COST to Webb County and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Cynthia Mares, Webb County Administrative Services Director]

23. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Twenty-Four (24) month (July 28, 2014 through July 28, 2016) Maintenance Agreement between Toshiba Business Solutions and Webb County JP Pct. 1 Place 1 for a Toshiba E-Studio 3530C Digital Color Copier at a quarterly cost of $0.00800 per black images and $0.07500 per color image excess per unit charge and authorizing County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Hector Liendo, Webb County Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Pl 1; Account #001-1040-6402]

24. Discussion and possible action to enter a Thirty-Six (36) month Professional Service Contract renewal (September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2017) with Serving Children and Adolescents in Need, Inc. (S.C.A.N.) to provide Head Start/Early Head Start parents training to allow them to seek, if qualified, federal and/or state social and/or medical assistance, and authorizing County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director]

25. Discussion and possible action to approve the renewal of the lease between First Christian Church and Webb County for the Jorge De La Garza Head Start Center, for a term of Twelve (12) months (September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2015) at a monthly fee of FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) for a total cost of SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS ($6,000.00), subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #903-4208-6012]

26. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start Program and Literacy Volunteers of Laredo. The term of the MOU begins upon the execution of the agreement and shall continue until either party terminates the agreement. The purpose of the MOU is to optimize the delivery of needed services for populations served by both agencies. This action authorizes the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director]

27. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start and Casa de Misericordia for a Non-Financial Agreement for a period of Thirty- Six (36) months beginning on September 1, 2014 through August 31, 2017; this program will provide developmental services for low income pregnant women, and children ages birth to 5, as well as offering social services for their families and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Program Director]

28. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start Program and the City of Laredo Health Department, Nurse-Family Partnership Program. The term of this agreement shall be for a period of Thirty-Six (36) months beginning on September 1, 2014 to August 31, 2017. The purpose of the MOU is to optimize the delivery of needed services for populations served by both agencies and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director]

Items 10 & 11

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

11. Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge

Item 12

Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover expenses for vehicle repairs: From: 001-2500-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $ 5,000 To: 001-2500-6403 Repairs & Maint.-Vehicles $ 5,000

Item 13

Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

32. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to pay for vehicle repairs, to purchase uniforms, and to purchase office materials and supplies: From: 001-2501-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $8,200 To: 001-2501-6403 Repairs & Maint. $2,855 001-2501-6202 Uniforms $1,500 001-2501-6205 Materials & Supplies $ 645 001-2501-5005 Part time $3,200 $8,200

33. Discussion and possible action to correct an error in the approval of Item #29 from the June 23, 2014 Commissioner's Court Meeting. Which approved the purchase of Two (2) AP/X6500 VHF High Power radios for the total amount of $10,268.76. The correct amount should have been $11,731.26 and the correct description is Two (2) APX/7500 Dual Band High Power Radios for Trucks; and to further authorize a correction in the minutes of said meeting; and any other matters incident thereto.

Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1 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 July 14, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Communications

14. Recognition and presentation of Certificates of Achievement to the Northside Little League baseball team for winning the 2013-2014 District and Sectional tournaments.

15. Presentation by representatives of Transportation Excellence for the 21st Century (TEX-21) regarding the mission, goals and objectives of their organization and services being offered; with discussion and possible action.

16. Presentation by Russel Shaffner, Senior Public Policy Consultant for Dean International, Inc. on Texas High Speed Rail & Transportation Corp. (THSRTC); with discussion and possible action.

Item 3 Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

8. Status report from Mario Pena with Hickey Pena Architects regarding the current work being performed for the proposed central Fire and Emergency Medical Services station.

Item 4 Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

10. Discussion and possible action to approve the filling of Slot #2806, Director of the Carlos Aguilar Activity Center (formerly known as the El Cenizo Activity Center) at the budgeted annual salary of $35,000 subject upon the availability of funds, effective immediately.

Item 9 Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

20. Discussion and possible action to accept a forfeited Ford F-150 Pick Up from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Bureau of Customs and Border Protection and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

11. Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge

Item 12 Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover expenses for vehicle repairs: From: 001-2500-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $ 5,000 To: 001-2500-6403 Repairs & Maint.-Vehicles $ 5,000

Item 13 Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

Items 14

15. Administrative Services

Building Maintenance

Carlos Aguilar Activity Center

18. Engineer

19. Head Start

La Presa Community Center

21. Larga Vista Community Center

Item 22

Item 26

27. Road & Bridge

Jul 28, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting

Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1 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 July 14, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Communications

14. Recognition and presentation of Certificates of Achievement to the Northside Little League baseball team for winning the 2013-2014 District and Sectional tournaments.

15. Presentation by representatives of Transportation Excellence for the 21st Century (TEX-21) regarding the mission, goals and objectives of their organization and services being offered; with discussion and possible action.

16. Presentation by Russel Shaffner, Senior Public Policy Consultant for Dean International, Inc. on Texas High Speed Rail & Transportation Corp. (THSRTC); with discussion and possible action.

Item 3 Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

8. Status report from Mario Pena with Hickey Pena Architects regarding the current work being performed for the proposed central Fire and Emergency Medical Services station.

Item 4 Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

10. Discussion and possible action to approve the filling of Slot #2806, Director of the Carlos Aguilar Activity Center (formerly known as the El Cenizo Activity Center) at the budgeted annual salary of $35,000 subject upon the availability of funds, effective immediately.

Item 9 Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

20. Discussion and possible action to accept a forfeited Ford F-150 Pick Up from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Bureau of Customs and Border Protection and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

11. Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge

Item 12 Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover expenses for vehicle repairs: From: 001-2500-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $ 5,000 To: 001-2500-6403 Repairs & Maint.-Vehicles $ 5,000

Item 13 Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

Items 14

15. Administrative Services

Building Maintenance

Carlos Aguilar Activity Center

18. Engineer

19. Head Start

La Presa Community Center

21. Larga Vista Community Center

Item 22

Item 26

27. Road & Bridge

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

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Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

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Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

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

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Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

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

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Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

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Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

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Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3