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Commissioners Court Meeting

Call to Order

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 August 11, 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.

Item 3

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Recognition of Laredo Main Street, a Non-profit corporation for its recent awards on the 2014 Nationally accredited Main Program, 2014 Texas accredited Main Program, Certification for "El Centro de Laredo Farmers Market", and Certification for "Go Texas" Program.

Item 4

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

8. Discussion and possible action to secure engineering services from Porras Engineering in the amount of $5,500 to conduct a drainage study and report (services include surveying, modeling, etc.) for that area in Mirando City generally located North of 6th street between Linder and Behlen Avenues, and to grant a professional services exemption pursuant to Local Government Code Section 262.024 (4) Discretionary Exemptions; said study to provide two to three options to mitigate recurring flooding of the streets and residences in the vicinity. [Account #741-7501-8801-5 (Road Improvements)]

Item 5

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

9. Discussion and possible action to make the following changes to status and pay for the following grant funded positions at the Webb County Veteran's Transportation Program, subject to availability of grant funds and all applicable Civil Service guidelines: Slot # 2836 - Driver - Change from Part-Time (29 hrs.) to Full Time (40 hrs./wk). Salary remains at $10.00/hr. Slot # 2835 - Project Coordinator - Salary increase from $13.65/hr. to $14.85/hr. [Requested by David Garza, Webb County Veteran's Services Officer]

Item 6

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

10. Recognition of Jimena Elizondo and Ernesto Saucedo who placed 1st and 2nd place in Taekwondo Tournament, qualifying both to compete Nationally, and later go on to compete Internationally. Jimena won the gold medal in her tournament in Muju, Korea.

Item 7

Commissioners Court

11. Discussion and possible action to review and approve the proposed changes to the county vehicle use policy; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by policy committee]

12. Discussion and possible action to approve a freeze on capital outlay expenses other than those already approved by committee, for the remainder of the fiscal year; and any other matters incidents thereto. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

13. Discussion and possible action to appoint/designate a salary grievance committee, in accordance with Local Government Code Section(s) 152.014, 152.015 and 152.016, including nominating the required number of individuals to meet statutory requirements which requires that there must be Nine (9) voting members, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by County Auditor and Administrator]

Public Hearing on Tax Increase

1.Roll Call by Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk 2.Open Public Hearing on Tax Increase (pursuant to Chapter 26, Tax Code) by Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge. 3.Public Hearing on Tax Increase. Last year, the Webb County property tax rate was 0.420055. That rate raised $67,122,546 in revenues, a portion of which was used to fund maintenance and operations such as for road and bridge, law enforcement, judicial functions, count government, health and welfare, recreation and culture, community service, and other sources and uses. This year, Webb County is proposing a property tax rate of 0.414700. That rate will raise $74,695,622 which is $7,573,076 more in revenues than that raised by taxes imposed last year. 4.Announcement of the date, time and place of the 2nd Public Hearing to consider the tax increase. The 2nd Public Hearing will be held on September 8, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., at the Webb County Courthouse, Second Floor, Commissioners Court, 1000 Houston St., Laredo, TX 78040. You have the right and are encouraged to attend the hearing and make comments if you wish. 5.Close Public Hearing

Item 9

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

14. Discussion and possible action to enter into a VCR Grant Agreement No. 51422F7253 with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, wherein Webb County accepts a grant amount of $26,304.00 and $3,946.00 of TDC's (transportation development credits) for the El Aguila Rural Transportation program and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Webb County CAA/Economic Development Director]

15. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Rural Transportation State Fund Agreement (No. 51522F7041) with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, wherein Webb County accepts a grant, amount not to exceed TWO HUNDRED SIXTY THOUSAND SIXTEEN DOLLARS ($260,016.00) for the El Aguila Rural Transportation Program and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Webb County CAA/Economic Development Director]

16. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year Service Agreement with InfoSeal, LLC (September 22, 2014 to September 21, 2015) for a PS 100 Folder/Sealer unit at an annual cost of ONE THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED SIXTY-TWO DOLLARS ($1,462.00), subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Esther Degollado, Webb County District Clerk; Account #001-1111-6402]

Item 10

Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

17. Discussion and possible action to approve the donation of the following vehicle to Webb Consolidated Indpendent School District Police Department, as authorized by the Department of Justice, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto: Unit 9-70 2011 Ford Crown Victoria VIN: 2FABP7BV9BX166808

18. Discussion and possible action to continue paying grant funded personnel under the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) Grant No. 2466303, Webb County Border Prosecution Unit Grant, for Thirty (30) days, until notification about grant continuation award from the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office. [Fund Source 338]

Item 11

Honorable Monica Notzon, 111th District Court Judge

19. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to pay membership dues for an employee who was newly hired in April 2014 and had not been allotted in last year's budget: From: 001-1002-6010 Book Subscriptions $375 To: 001-1002-6007 Membership Dues $375

12. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

13. Honorable Joe Lopez, 49th District Court Judge

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

15. Honorable Ricardo Rangel, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

16. Honorable Oscar Martinez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4

Item 17

Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

25. Discussion and possible action to ratify and approve the balance owed to Godot, LTD. in the amount of $17,792.56, for remodeling cost overages for the Constable Pct. 4 offices located on 9901 McPherson, Suite 202, Laredo, Texas, 78045; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #604-0101-8801]

Item 18

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

26. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Fiscal Year 2015 Statewide Automated Victim Services (SAVNS) grant in the amount of $27,715.32 from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG Grant No. 1555689) for contractual services for the Webb County jail and the courts to provide relevant offender release information, notification of relevant court setting and/or events, promote public safety, and support the rights of victims of crime in Laredo/Webb County; and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official in all matters related to this grant; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any cash match.

27. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Fiscal Year 2015 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG No. 1554146) in the amount of $42,000 for the salary and fringe benefits of the Crime Victim Advocate serving at the Webb County Sheriff's to continue to provide appropriate services to victims of crime as well as promote and educate the community about crime victims rights in Laredo/Webb County; and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official in all matters related to this grant; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require a match.

Item 19

Item 20

Administrative Services

30. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of gift cards to be given out to employees as incentives for the Wellness Programs to promote county employee health and safety. Purchase not to exceed a total of One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($1,750.00). [Account #001-0114-6702 (Health Education Program)]

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to pay consultant invoice for the next Two (2) months and also to help purchase gifts for the Safety Fair: From: 817-0105-9201 Claims Paid $1,000 001-0114-6205 Materials & Supplies $ 300 $1,300 To: 817-0105-6022 Professional Services $1,000 001-0114-6702 Safety Fair $ 300 $1,300

32. Status report on the recommendations of Mr. Steve Condrey from Condrey and Associates with discussion and possible action on the approval of the updated Wage & Classification Plan; and any other matters incident thereto.

33. Discussion and possible action to authorize that primary responsibilities regarding the document process for hiring, transferring and terminating county employees be maintained and initiated through the administrative services/human resources department, effective October 1, 2014; with additional action to amend current county policy to implement these changes; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by policy committee]

Item 21

Building Maintenance

34. Status report from Building Maintenance regarding the implementation of a new custodial work schedule for county buildings in an effort to improve efficiency and to better serve the public.

Addendum

Honorable John C. Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 3 1.Discussion and possible action to clarify and modify Section 9.09 of the Webb County Personnel Policy concerning holiday pay to further conform with the Fair Labor Standards Act; and any other matters incident thereto. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney 2.Discussion and possible action to extend the contract for boat storage space between Webb County and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for One (1) year at One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) per month, effective September 1, 2014 for a total of One Thousand Two Hundred Dollars ($1,200.00) per year, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Texas Parks & Wildlife

Item 22

Casa Blanca Golf Course

35. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to order needed parts for John Deere Tractors and cover supply costs in the restaurant: From: 800-6014-6232 Merchandise Cost $6,000 800-6015-6208 Food $ 500 $6,500 To: 800-6011-6412 Tractor $ 600 800-6011-6412 Equipment $5,400 800-6015-6208 Supplies $ 500 $6,500

23. Economic Development

Item 24

Elections

38. Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of Presiding and Alternate Judges from lists provided by the local political party chairmen, in each election precinct for a Two-Year term to begin September 1, 2014 and terminate August 31, 2016, pursuant to Chapter 32, Texas Election Code and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

Item 25

Engineer

39. Discussion and possible action to authorize 12-hour shifts for the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant. Employees will work 7 day 12-hour shifts straight and then will have 7 days off. This is being requested in order to assure 24/7 Plant operation by Licensed Operators.

40. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to cover expenses for the Utilities Department: From: 801-3001-6022-8 Professional Services $8,850 801-3004-6048 Licenses & Permits $1,350 $10,200 To: 801-3004-6205 Materials & Supplies $3,000 801-3004-6401 Repair & Maint.-Building $2,000 801-3001-6214 Chemicals $3,200 801-3001-6205 Materials & Supplies $2,000 $10,200

41. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Engineering department to purchase computer equipment, upgrade software, end of the year cellular services and fuel: From: 010-0115-6010 Books & Subscriptions $ 500 010-0115-5602 Local Mileage $ 500 010-0115-5601 Administrative Travel $3,000 010-0115-6004 Telephone $1,500 010-0115-6005 Postage $ 500 $6,000 To: 010-0115-6004-2 Cell Phones $1,000 010-0115-6204 Fuel & Lube $1,000 010-0115-6205 Materials & Supplies $4,000 $6,000

Item 26

Larga Vista Community Center

42. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot for Larga Vista Community Center subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective August 25, 2014: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2339 Driver/ Maintenance $11.47

27. Law Library

Item 28

44. Discussion and possible action to approve the following new fee schedule for the medical examiner’s office, effective October 1, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto. Autopsy Reports $25.00 Autopsy Report with Affidavit $50.00 Investigator Reports $25.00 Cremation Clearance $25.00 Photographs $30.00 per page (4/page) Radiographs $30.00 per page (1/page) Recuts of Microscopic Slides $20.00 each Out-of-County Autopsy $1,700.00 Private Autopsy (non-reportable case) $2,000.00 Testimony Fees (criminal cases only, payable to witness) $500.00 per hour (minimum 3 hours) Testimony Travel (payable to witness) $150.00 per hour There is no charge to immediate family members (spouse, parents, adult children or siblings), law enforcement investigating the case, Consumer Product Safety Commission, Occupational Safety Health Administration, Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services, or Food and Drug Administration.

Mirando City Activity/Learning Center

30. Planning

Public Defender

Item 32

Purchasing

53. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-22 - One (1) year Contract for Light Bulbs & Lamps Bid 2014-30 - Six (6) month Contract for Hot Mix Asphalt Bid 2015-59 - Two (2) year contract for Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Inspector Bid 2015-80 - Six (6) month contract for Copier Paper, Toner, Ink Cartridges & Bottled Water Bid 2015-84 - Two (2) year contract for Prisoner Transportation Bid 2015-79 - One (1) year Contract for Land Clearing by Shredding Bid 2015-98 - Two (2) year Contract for Bus Advertising Services for El Aguila Bid 2015-100 - Two (2) year contract for Uniforms

54. Discussion and possible action to purchase Six (6) Surveillance Cameras and Three (3) Electric Convection ovens for E.J. Salinas Community Center, El Cenizo Community Center and La Presa Community Center from Sam's not to exceed the amount of $12,900.00. [Requested by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1; Account #660-8108-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

55. Discussion and possible action to purchase One (1) Shredder from Allegheny Shredders for Information Technology Department not to exceed $45,000.00. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #603-0101-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

56. Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) Computer Servers for Information Technology Department from Dell, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 Subchapter F; Cooperative Purchasing Program; Texas Local Government Code Dell Contract DIR-SDD-1951 in the amount of $27,973.84. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #749-0500-8801]

57. Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) Microsoft Server Enterprise Licenses for Information Technology Department from SHI in the amount of $5,231.20. [Request by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #749-0500-8801]

58. Discussion and possible action to award RFP 2014-07-01 “Remodeling of Webb County Building” (4101 Juarez) to Azar Services, LLC for an estimated contract amount of $186,122.48.

59. Presentation from the top Three (3) responders on Request for Qualifications 2014-001 "Architect or Engineering Services for Webb County Jail and Law Enforcement Complex" with discussion and possible action to select a responder for RFQ 21014-001; and any other matters incident thereto. Successful Responder selected will not commence work until funding is identified and approved by the Court. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff and Dr. Cecilia May Moreno, Webb County Purchasing Agent] Top Three (3) Responders Frank Architects Metaform/HDR Deborah Williams

Item 33

Closed Session/Executive Session

60. Discussion and possible action to approve settlement in the case entitled Eduardo Gutierrez v. Webb County, Texas, Civil case number 5:13-CV-00166, 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 (Consultation with attorney regarding pending litigation and settlement offers)]

61. Status report from county staff regarding the pending completion of the Fernando Salinas Community Center project by Zertuche Construction; with discussion and possible action to authorize the County attorney’s office to take legal action, if necessary, to enforce the contractual obligations in place or recommend other resolutions in an effort to complete the project; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.07 (A) (Contemplated Litigation)] [Co-Sponsored by Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4]

62. Discussion and possible action to approve a settlement agreement in Cause Number 2014CVQ000742 D1, Border Insulation, Inc. 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) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)]

Item 60

Discussion and possible action to approve settlement in the case entitled Eduardo Gutierrez v. Webb County, Texas, Civil case number 5:13-CV-00166, 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 (Consultation with attorney regarding pending litigation and settlement offers)]

Item 61

Status report from county staff regarding the pending completion of the Fernando Salinas Community Center project by Zertuche Construction; with discussion and possible action to authorize the County attorney’s office to take legal action, if necessary, to enforce the contractual obligations in place or recommend other resolutions in an effort to complete the project; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.07 (A) (Contemplated Litigation)] [Co-Sponsored by Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4]

Item 62

Discussion and possible action to approve a settlement agreement in Cause Number 2014CVQ000742 D1, Border Insulation, Inc. 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) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)]

Item 59 (Part 1 of 2)

Presentation from the top Three (3) responders on Request for Qualifications 2014-001 "Architect or Engineering Services for Webb County Jail and Law Enforcement Complex" with discussion and possible action to select a responder for RFQ 21014-001; and any other matters incident thereto. Successful Responder selected will not commence work until funding is identified and approved by the Court. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff and Dr. Cecilia May Moreno, Webb County Purchasing Agent] Top Three (3) Responders Frank Architects Metaform/HDR Deborah Williams

Item 59 (Part 2 of 2)

Presentation from the top Three (3) responders on Request for Qualifications 2014-001 "Architect or Engineering Services for Webb County Jail and Law Enforcement Complex" with discussion and possible action to select a responder for RFQ 21014-001; and any other matters incident thereto. Successful Responder selected will not commence work until funding is identified and approved by the Court. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff and Dr. Cecilia May Moreno, Webb County Purchasing Agent] Top Three (3) Responders Frank Architects Metaform/HDR Deborah Williams

63. Adjourn

Aug 25, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting

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Commissioners Court Meeting

Call to Order

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 August 11, 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.

Item 3

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Recognition of Laredo Main Street, a Non-profit corporation for its recent awards on the 2014 Nationally accredited Main Program, 2014 Texas accredited Main Program, Certification for "El Centro de Laredo Farmers Market", and Certification for "Go Texas" Program.

Item 4

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

8. Discussion and possible action to secure engineering services from Porras Engineering in the amount of $5,500 to conduct a drainage study and report (services include surveying, modeling, etc.) for that area in Mirando City generally located North of 6th street between Linder and Behlen Avenues, and to grant a professional services exemption pursuant to Local Government Code Section 262.024 (4) Discretionary Exemptions; said study to provide two to three options to mitigate recurring flooding of the streets and residences in the vicinity. [Account #741-7501-8801-5 (Road Improvements)]

Item 5

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

9. Discussion and possible action to make the following changes to status and pay for the following grant funded positions at the Webb County Veteran's Transportation Program, subject to availability of grant funds and all applicable Civil Service guidelines: Slot # 2836 - Driver - Change from Part-Time (29 hrs.) to Full Time (40 hrs./wk). Salary remains at $10.00/hr. Slot # 2835 - Project Coordinator - Salary increase from $13.65/hr. to $14.85/hr. [Requested by David Garza, Webb County Veteran's Services Officer]

Item 6

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

10. Recognition of Jimena Elizondo and Ernesto Saucedo who placed 1st and 2nd place in Taekwondo Tournament, qualifying both to compete Nationally, and later go on to compete Internationally. Jimena won the gold medal in her tournament in Muju, Korea.

Item 7

Commissioners Court

11. Discussion and possible action to review and approve the proposed changes to the county vehicle use policy; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by policy committee]

12. Discussion and possible action to approve a freeze on capital outlay expenses other than those already approved by committee, for the remainder of the fiscal year; and any other matters incidents thereto. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

13. Discussion and possible action to appoint/designate a salary grievance committee, in accordance with Local Government Code Section(s) 152.014, 152.015 and 152.016, including nominating the required number of individuals to meet statutory requirements which requires that there must be Nine (9) voting members, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by County Auditor and Administrator]

Public Hearing on Tax Increase

Item 9

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

14. Discussion and possible action to enter into a VCR Grant Agreement No. 51422F7253 with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, wherein Webb County accepts a grant amount of $26,304.00 and $3,946.00 of TDC's (transportation development credits) for the El Aguila Rural Transportation program and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Webb County CAA/Economic Development Director]

15. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Rural Transportation State Fund Agreement (No. 51522F7041) with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, wherein Webb County accepts a grant, amount not to exceed TWO HUNDRED SIXTY THOUSAND SIXTEEN DOLLARS ($260,016.00) for the El Aguila Rural Transportation Program and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Webb County CAA/Economic Development Director]

16. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year Service Agreement with InfoSeal, LLC (September 22, 2014 to September 21, 2015) for a PS 100 Folder/Sealer unit at an annual cost of ONE THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED SIXTY-TWO DOLLARS ($1,462.00), subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Esther Degollado, Webb County District Clerk; Account #001-1111-6402]

Item 10

Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

17. Discussion and possible action to approve the donation of the following vehicle to Webb Consolidated Indpendent School District Police Department, as authorized by the Department of Justice, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto: Unit 9-70 2011 Ford Crown Victoria VIN: 2FABP7BV9BX166808

18. Discussion and possible action to continue paying grant funded personnel under the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) Grant No. 2466303, Webb County Border Prosecution Unit Grant, for Thirty (30) days, until notification about grant continuation award from the Criminal Justice Division of the Governor's Office. [Fund Source 338]

Item 11

Honorable Monica Notzon, 111th District Court Judge

19. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to pay membership dues for an employee who was newly hired in April 2014 and had not been allotted in last year's budget: From: 001-1002-6010 Book Subscriptions $375 To: 001-1002-6007 Membership Dues $375

12. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

13. Honorable Joe Lopez, 49th District Court Judge

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

15. Honorable Ricardo Rangel, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

16. Honorable Oscar Martinez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4

Item 17

Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

25. Discussion and possible action to ratify and approve the balance owed to Godot, LTD. in the amount of $17,792.56, for remodeling cost overages for the Constable Pct. 4 offices located on 9901 McPherson, Suite 202, Laredo, Texas, 78045; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #604-0101-8801]

Item 18

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

26. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Fiscal Year 2015 Statewide Automated Victim Services (SAVNS) grant in the amount of $27,715.32 from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG Grant No. 1555689) for contractual services for the Webb County jail and the courts to provide relevant offender release information, notification of relevant court setting and/or events, promote public safety, and support the rights of victims of crime in Laredo/Webb County; and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official in all matters related to this grant; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any cash match.

27. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Fiscal Year 2015 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG No. 1554146) in the amount of $42,000 for the salary and fringe benefits of the Crime Victim Advocate serving at the Webb County Sheriff's to continue to provide appropriate services to victims of crime as well as promote and educate the community about crime victims rights in Laredo/Webb County; and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official in all matters related to this grant; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require a match.

Item 19

Item 20

Administrative Services

30. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of gift cards to be given out to employees as incentives for the Wellness Programs to promote county employee health and safety. Purchase not to exceed a total of One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($1,750.00). [Account #001-0114-6702 (Health Education Program)]

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to pay consultant invoice for the next Two (2) months and also to help purchase gifts for the Safety Fair: From: 817-0105-9201 Claims Paid $1,000 001-0114-6205 Materials & Supplies $ 300 $1,300 To: 817-0105-6022 Professional Services $1,000 001-0114-6702 Safety Fair $ 300 $1,300

32. Status report on the recommendations of Mr. Steve Condrey from Condrey and Associates with discussion and possible action on the approval of the updated Wage & Classification Plan; and any other matters incident thereto.

33. Discussion and possible action to authorize that primary responsibilities regarding the document process for hiring, transferring and terminating county employees be maintained and initiated through the administrative services/human resources department, effective October 1, 2014; with additional action to amend current county policy to implement these changes; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by policy committee]

Item 21

Building Maintenance

34. Status report from Building Maintenance regarding the implementation of a new custodial work schedule for county buildings in an effort to improve efficiency and to better serve the public.

Addendum

Item 22

Casa Blanca Golf Course

35. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to order needed parts for John Deere Tractors and cover supply costs in the restaurant: From: 800-6014-6232 Merchandise Cost $6,000 800-6015-6208 Food $ 500 $6,500 To: 800-6011-6412 Tractor $ 600 800-6011-6412 Equipment $5,400 800-6015-6208 Supplies $ 500 $6,500

23. Economic Development

Item 24

Elections

38. Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of Presiding and Alternate Judges from lists provided by the local political party chairmen, in each election precinct for a Two-Year term to begin September 1, 2014 and terminate August 31, 2016, pursuant to Chapter 32, Texas Election Code and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

Item 25

Engineer

39. Discussion and possible action to authorize 12-hour shifts for the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant. Employees will work 7 day 12-hour shifts straight and then will have 7 days off. This is being requested in order to assure 24/7 Plant operation by Licensed Operators.

40. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers to cover expenses for the Utilities Department: From: 801-3001-6022-8 Professional Services $8,850 801-3004-6048 Licenses & Permits $1,350 $10,200 To: 801-3004-6205 Materials & Supplies $3,000 801-3004-6401 Repair & Maint.-Building $2,000 801-3001-6214 Chemicals $3,200 801-3001-6205 Materials & Supplies $2,000 $10,200

41. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Engineering department to purchase computer equipment, upgrade software, end of the year cellular services and fuel: From: 010-0115-6010 Books & Subscriptions $ 500 010-0115-5602 Local Mileage $ 500 010-0115-5601 Administrative Travel $3,000 010-0115-6004 Telephone $1,500 010-0115-6005 Postage $ 500 $6,000 To: 010-0115-6004-2 Cell Phones $1,000 010-0115-6204 Fuel & Lube $1,000 010-0115-6205 Materials & Supplies $4,000 $6,000

Item 26

Larga Vista Community Center

42. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot for Larga Vista Community Center subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective August 25, 2014: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2339 Driver/ Maintenance $11.47

27. Law Library

Item 28

44. Discussion and possible action to approve the following new fee schedule for the medical examiner’s office, effective October 1, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto. Autopsy Reports $25.00 Autopsy Report with Affidavit $50.00 Investigator Reports $25.00 Cremation Clearance $25.00 Photographs $30.00 per page (4/page) Radiographs $30.00 per page (1/page) Recuts of Microscopic Slides $20.00 each Out-of-County Autopsy $1,700.00 Private Autopsy (non-reportable case) $2,000.00 Testimony Fees (criminal cases only, payable to witness) $500.00 per hour (minimum 3 hours) Testimony Travel (payable to witness) $150.00 per hour There is no charge to immediate family members (spouse, parents, adult children or siblings), law enforcement investigating the case, Consumer Product Safety Commission, Occupational Safety Health Administration, Child Protective Services, Adult Protective Services, or Food and Drug Administration.

Mirando City Activity/Learning Center

30. Planning

Public Defender

Item 32

Purchasing

53. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-22 - One (1) year Contract for Light Bulbs & Lamps Bid 2014-30 - Six (6) month Contract for Hot Mix Asphalt Bid 2015-59 - Two (2) year contract for Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Inspector Bid 2015-80 - Six (6) month contract for Copier Paper, Toner, Ink Cartridges & Bottled Water Bid 2015-84 - Two (2) year contract for Prisoner Transportation Bid 2015-79 - One (1) year Contract for Land Clearing by Shredding Bid 2015-98 - Two (2) year Contract for Bus Advertising Services for El Aguila Bid 2015-100 - Two (2) year contract for Uniforms

54. Discussion and possible action to purchase Six (6) Surveillance Cameras and Three (3) Electric Convection ovens for E.J. Salinas Community Center, El Cenizo Community Center and La Presa Community Center from Sam's not to exceed the amount of $12,900.00. [Requested by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1; Account #660-8108-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

55. Discussion and possible action to purchase One (1) Shredder from Allegheny Shredders for Information Technology Department not to exceed $45,000.00. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #603-0101-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

56. Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) Computer Servers for Information Technology Department from Dell, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 Subchapter F; Cooperative Purchasing Program; Texas Local Government Code Dell Contract DIR-SDD-1951 in the amount of $27,973.84. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #749-0500-8801]

57. Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) Microsoft Server Enterprise Licenses for Information Technology Department from SHI in the amount of $5,231.20. [Request by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #749-0500-8801]

58. Discussion and possible action to award RFP 2014-07-01 “Remodeling of Webb County Building” (4101 Juarez) to Azar Services, LLC for an estimated contract amount of $186,122.48.

59. Presentation from the top Three (3) responders on Request for Qualifications 2014-001 "Architect or Engineering Services for Webb County Jail and Law Enforcement Complex" with discussion and possible action to select a responder for RFQ 21014-001; and any other matters incident thereto. Successful Responder selected will not commence work until funding is identified and approved by the Court. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff and Dr. Cecilia May Moreno, Webb County Purchasing Agent] Top Three (3) Responders Frank Architects Metaform/HDR Deborah Williams

Item 33

Closed Session/Executive Session

60. Discussion and possible action to approve settlement in the case entitled Eduardo Gutierrez v. Webb County, Texas, Civil case number 5:13-CV-00166, 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 (Consultation with attorney regarding pending litigation and settlement offers)]

61. Status report from county staff regarding the pending completion of the Fernando Salinas Community Center project by Zertuche Construction; with discussion and possible action to authorize the County attorney’s office to take legal action, if necessary, to enforce the contractual obligations in place or recommend other resolutions in an effort to complete the project; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.07 (A) (Contemplated Litigation)] [Co-Sponsored by Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4]

62. Discussion and possible action to approve a settlement agreement in Cause Number 2014CVQ000742 D1, Border Insulation, Inc. 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) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)]

Item 60

Item 61

Item 62

Item 59 (Part 1 of 2)

Item 59 (Part 2 of 2)

Presentation from the top Three (3) responders on Request for Qualifications 2014-001 "Architect or Engineering Services for Webb County Jail and Law Enforcement Complex" with discussion and possible action to select a responder for RFQ 21014-001; and any other matters incident thereto. Successful Responder selected will not commence work until funding is identified and approved by the Court. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff and Dr. Cecilia May Moreno, Webb County Purchasing Agent] Top Three (3) Responders Frank Architects Metaform/HDR Deborah Williams

63. Adjourn

Commissioners Court Meeting

Call to Order 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 August 11, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Communications

Item 3 Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Recognition of Laredo Main Street, a Non-profit corporation for its recent awards on the 2014 Nationally accredited Main Program, 2014 Texas accredited Main Program, Certification for "El Centro de Laredo Farmers Market", and Certification for "Go Texas" Program.

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

Item 5 Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

Item 6 Honorable John C. Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 3

10. Recognition of Jimena Elizondo and Ernesto Saucedo who placed 1st and 2nd place in Taekwondo Tournament, qualifying both to compete Nationally, and later go on to compete Internationally. Jimena won the gold medal in her tournament in Muju, Korea.

Item 7 Commissioners Court

11. Discussion and possible action to review and approve the proposed changes to the county vehicle use policy; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by policy committee]

12. Discussion and possible action to approve a freeze on capital outlay expenses other than those already approved by committee, for the remainder of the fiscal year; and any other matters incidents thereto. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

Item 9 Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

Item 10 Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

Item 11 Honorable Monica Notzon, 111th District Court Judge

19. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to pay membership dues for an employee who was newly hired in April 2014 and had not been allotted in last year's budget: From: 001-1002-6010 Book Subscriptions $375 To: 001-1002-6007 Membership Dues $375

12. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

13. Honorable Joe Lopez, 49th District Court Judge

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

15. Honorable Ricardo Rangel, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

16. Honorable Oscar Martinez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4

Item 17 Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

Item 18 Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 19

Item 20 Administrative Services

32. Status report on the recommendations of Mr. Steve Condrey from Condrey and Associates with discussion and possible action on the approval of the updated Wage & Classification Plan; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 21 Building Maintenance

34. Status report from Building Maintenance regarding the implementation of a new custodial work schedule for county buildings in an effort to improve efficiency and to better serve the public.

Item 22 Casa Blanca Golf Course

23. Economic Development

Item 24 Elections

Item 25 Engineer

39. Discussion and possible action to authorize 12-hour shifts for the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant. Employees will work 7 day 12-hour shifts straight and then will have 7 days off. This is being requested in order to assure 24/7 Plant operation by Licensed Operators.

Item 26 Larga Vista Community Center

27. Law Library

Item 28

Mirando City Activity/Learning Center

30. Planning

Public Defender

Item 32 Purchasing

55. Discussion and possible action to purchase One (1) Shredder from Allegheny Shredders for Information Technology Department not to exceed $45,000.00. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #603-0101-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

57. Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) Microsoft Server Enterprise Licenses for Information Technology Department from SHI in the amount of $5,231.20. [Request by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #749-0500-8801]

58. Discussion and possible action to award RFP 2014-07-01 “Remodeling of Webb County Building” (4101 Juarez) to Azar Services, LLC for an estimated contract amount of $186,122.48.

Item 33 Closed Session/Executive Session

63. Adjourn

Aug 25, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting

Commissioners Court Meeting

Call to Order 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 August 11, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Communications

Item 3 Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Recognition of Laredo Main Street, a Non-profit corporation for its recent awards on the 2014 Nationally accredited Main Program, 2014 Texas accredited Main Program, Certification for "El Centro de Laredo Farmers Market", and Certification for "Go Texas" Program.

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

Item 5 Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

Item 6 Honorable John C. Galo, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 3

10. Recognition of Jimena Elizondo and Ernesto Saucedo who placed 1st and 2nd place in Taekwondo Tournament, qualifying both to compete Nationally, and later go on to compete Internationally. Jimena won the gold medal in her tournament in Muju, Korea.

Item 7 Commissioners Court

11. Discussion and possible action to review and approve the proposed changes to the county vehicle use policy; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by policy committee]

12. Discussion and possible action to approve a freeze on capital outlay expenses other than those already approved by committee, for the remainder of the fiscal year; and any other matters incidents thereto. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

Item 9 Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

Item 10 Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

Item 11 Honorable Monica Notzon, 111th District Court Judge

19. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to pay membership dues for an employee who was newly hired in April 2014 and had not been allotted in last year's budget: From: 001-1002-6010 Book Subscriptions $375 To: 001-1002-6007 Membership Dues $375

12. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

13. Honorable Joe Lopez, 49th District Court Judge

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

15. Honorable Ricardo Rangel, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

16. Honorable Oscar Martinez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4

Item 17 Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

Item 18 Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 19

Item 20 Administrative Services

32. Status report on the recommendations of Mr. Steve Condrey from Condrey and Associates with discussion and possible action on the approval of the updated Wage & Classification Plan; and any other matters incident thereto.

Call to Order

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

Item 3

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

Item 4

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

Item 5

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

Item 6

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

Item 7

Commissioners Court

Item 9

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

Item 10

Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

Item 11

Honorable Monica Notzon, 111th District Court Judge

Item 17

Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

Item 18

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 20

Administrative Services

Item 21

Building Maintenance

Item 22

Casa Blanca Golf Course

Item 24

Elections

Item 25

Engineer

Item 26

Larga Vista Community Center

Item 32

Purchasing

Item 33

Closed Session/Executive Session

Call to Order

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

Item 3

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

Item 4

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

Item 5

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

Item 6

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

Item 7

Commissioners Court

Item 9

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

Item 10

Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

Item 11

Honorable Monica Notzon, 111th District Court Judge

Item 17

Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

Item 18

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 20

Administrative Services

Item 21

Building Maintenance

Item 22

Casa Blanca Golf Course

Item 24

Elections

Item 25

Engineer

Item 26

Larga Vista Community Center

Item 32

Purchasing