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Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1 (Part 1 of 2)

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 19, 2014, September 22, 2014, and October 3, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Item 2 (Part 1 of 2)

COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Recognition and presentation to Dr. Marcus Nelson for being awarded Superintendent of the Year by the State at the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Convention in Dallas, Texas. [Co-Sponsored by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

16. Presentation by the City of Laredo Manager’s office regarding proposed Sports Complex and Natatorium projects. [Requested by City Manager, City of Laredo]

Item 16

Head Start

55. Presentation of the 2014 - 2015 Head Start and Early Head Start Policy Council Officers.

56. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots: Slot # Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods 1696 Part Time Substitute Teacher $8.38 20 1039 Teacher Assistant $9.76 20 1652 Teacher (Associate Degree) $14.46 20 1831 Teacher (Associate Degree) $14.46 20 2566 Early Head Start Teacher $9.93 26 2569 Early Head Start Part Time Teacher Floater $9.40 26

57. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Health and Safety Screening Certification," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

58. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Governance and Leadership Capacity Screener," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

Item 17

Indigent Healthcare Services

MOTION TO TEMPORARILY RECESS AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MOTION TO CONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

59. Public Hearing in accordance with Section 288.151, Chapter 288, Health and Safety Code to establish the mandatory payment rate the Webb County Health Care Funding District Commission intends to require from local institutional health care providers (hospitals) during Fiscal Year 2014-2015 with deliberation regarding how the revenue derived from those payments is to be spent; and any matters incident thereto. Notice of the Public Hearing was published in a newspaper of general circulation (Laredo Morning Times) on Friday, October 3, 2014. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

60. Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt an Order establishing the mandatory payment rate and amount required from local institutional health care providers (hospitals) in order to generate revenue that will be used to provide the nonfederal share of the Medicaid Supplemental Payment Program in accordance with Section 288.201, Chapter 288, Health and Safety Code; and any other matters incident thereto. The mandatory payment may not exceed Six percent (6%) of the aggregate net patient revenue of all paying hospitals in the district.

61. Discussion and possible action to authorize Inter-Governmental Transfers (IGT) to the State of Texas in connection with the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program/1115 Waiver via the Local Provider Participation Fund; and any other matters incident thereto. The funds for these transfers will come from the tax revenue collected and held in the Local Provider Participation Fund. [Accounts #003-4109-3501, #003-4110-3501 and #003-4111-3501)] MOTION TO ADJOURN AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION MOTION TO RECONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT

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. Proclamation to recognize the month of October, 2014 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas by lighting up the Webb County Courthouse in Pink for the month of October, 2014.

32. Discussion and possible action to secure emergency funding from Webb County in an amount to be determined by the Court to assist the Safe Haven Program in continuing operations for the next Two months; and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Commissioner John Galo, Pct. 3 and Commissioner Jaime Canales, Pct. 4]

8. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution certifying Webb County has made a grant to Border Region Nutrition Council, Inc., an organization that provides home delivered meals to homebound person in Webb County who are elderly and/or have a disability, and certifying that the court has approved the organization's account system or fiscal agent; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 4 (Part 1 of 2)

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

9. Discussion and possible action to approve payment of $600.00 to Blockera Rio Bravo for fork lift services to unload Twenty-Nine (29) pallets of mulch at the Rio Bravo Activity Center. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

32. Discussion and possible action to secure emergency funding from Webb County in an amount to be determined by the Court to a

10. Discussion and possible action to award to American Construction Consulting, LLC the construction of the retaining wall at the El Cenizo Community Center, at a cost of $16,549. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

11. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer within Bond Series 2003: From: 658-8103-8710-1 Mirando City Learning Center $29,700 To: 660-8108-8801 Capital Outlay $29,700

Item 5 (Part 2 of 2)

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

12. Discussion and possible action to accept a grant award for the Community Services Block Grant Program (CSBG) from the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA) for Program Year 2015, in the amount of FOUR HUNDRED THIRTY-SIX THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-NINE DOLLARS ($436,259.00), 2015 CSBG Community Action Plan (CAP) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Webb County Community Action Agency Executive Director]

13. Discussion and possible action to approve release of 10% retainage for the completion of Webb County Housing Rehabilitation Program in Colonia Pueblo Nuevo under the Texas Community Development Program (TCDP) #712095 - Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documentation. This will not impact the general fund. Contractor Project Address Retainage Amount AA Builders 127 Ranch Road $1,211.54 [Requested by Juan Vargas, Executive Director, Economic Development /CAA; Account TCDP #471-2311]

15. Discussion and possible action to authorize a county contribution for the Laredo Environmental Summit in the amount of $1,000.00; and any matters incident thereto. [Account #007-0101-7426 (Community Promotions)]

17. Status report by Administrative Services department regarding the final implementation of the wage and classification plan adopted by the Commissioners Court, effective October 1, 2014. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

44. Discussion and possible action to approve departmental corrections/updates based on Condrey plan, that were not submitted on time to Auditor for preparation of General Orders as well as insuring that the Auditor's listing of New Slots for Fiscal Year 2015 and all other approved county slots are in line with the Wage Plan, effective October 1, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 6

Commissioners Court

18. Discussion and possible action to assign outside legal counsel to negotiate the terms and conditions regarding the recently approved delinquent tax contract between Webb County and the law office of Javier Montemayor, Jr., P.C.; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

19. Discussion and possible action to make a contribution to the Sisters of Mercy in the amount of $1,250 in support of the 2014 Mercy McAuley Service Award honoring the Sisters of Mercy for 120 years of service, support and sponsorship opportunities. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator; Account #007-0101-7426 (Community Promotions)]

Item 8

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

20. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year Service Agreement with InfoSeal, LLC (October 20, 2014 to October 19, 2015) for a PS 100 Folder/Sealer unit at an annual cost of NINE HUNDRED SIX DOLLARS ($906.00); subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Delia Perales, Webb County Treasurer; Account #001-0300-6402 (Repairs & Maintenance- Equipment)]

21. Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year professional services agreement for drug and alcohol urine sampling services between Webb County and NORCHEM for use in the 341st and 406th District Court Drug Treatment and Sobriety Programs commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

22. Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year professional services agreement for substance abuse treatment services by and between Webb County and Proyecto Ayuda formally known as Juntos Caminaremos, Inc. for use in the 341st and 406th District Court Sobriety Treatment Program commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

23. Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year service operations contract with Recovery Healthcare Corporation, to provide global position satellite monitoring, continuous alcohol monitoring, radio frequency monitoring, breath-alcohol testing and/or drug patch services for the Webb County 341st and 406th District Court Sobriety Treatment Program commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

24. Discussion and possible action to enter into a professional services agreement for One (1) year commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 between Webb County, on behalf of the 341st and 406th Judicial Adult Drug Program and Desi A. Vasquez, PH.D. Desi A. Vasquez, PH.D., shall provide mental health care services; substance abuse screening, mental health assessment, group therapy, no less than Ten (10) parenting therapy sessions, no less than Twenty-Six (26) anger management therapy sessions, coaching, cognitive and life skills therapy sessions, substance abuse individual and group treatment/therapy recommendations The agreement provides that compensation will not exceed $15,000 Dollars and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

25. Discussion and possible action to enter into a professional services agreement for One (1) year commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 between Webb County, on behalf of the 341st and 406th Judicial Adult Drug Program and Webb County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD). CSCD will provide a Certified Lab Technician responsible for storing, securing and testing all questionable urine analysis specimens collected for the following substance(s): marijuana, cocaine, opiates, benzodiazepine, and synthetic drugs. The agreement provides that compensation will not exceed $15.00 dollars per urine analysis, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

26. Discussion and possible action to enter into a professional services agreement for One (1) year commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 between Webb County, on behalf of the 341st and 406th Judicial Adult Drug Program and Advance Computer Technologies, LLC. Advance Computer Technologies, LLC. will provide computer software license, maintenance and support services. The agreement provides that compensation will not exceed $12,500.000 dollars annually, which shall be payable in full upon execution and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

27. Discussion and possible action to approve and enter into a Two (2) year subscription by and between Webb County for the Webb County Head Start Program and Child Plus.net Professional Head Start Management Software. ChildPlus.net will allow Head Start to track performance standards. The subscription is free for Two (2) years on a trial basis then the court will consider utilizing and purchasing the software for future years and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director (Fund 903)]

28. Discussion and possible action to accept the dedication of One (1) roadway right-of-way easement out of Huisache Cattle Co. Ltd., from Simon Development, Ltd, a Texas Limited Liability Partnership, by: Gene S. Walker Jr., being a tract of land containing 14.89 acres and to authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rhonda Tiffin, Webb County Planning Department; Right Of Way (ROW)]

Item 9 (Part 3 of 3)

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

29. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th Judicial District Court Adult Drug Court Program and La Familia Consulting and Counseling Services, L.C. contract for the term of October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2015, not to exceed the amount of $25,000. [Fund 351]

30. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th Judicial District Adult Drug Court Program "Proyecto Ayuda, Inc." contract for the term of October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2015, not to exceed the amount of $29,000. [Fund 351]

31. Discussion and possible action to appoint Mr. Eduardo Gallegos as the official Spanish speaking interpreter for the 406th Judicial District Court, effective immediately; and any other matters incident thereto.

33. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th District Drug Court Program application for the Specialty Drug Court Program Solicitation Grant Fiscal Year 2014: September 1, 2014- August 31, 2015.

Item 10

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

34. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Mental Health Law Enforcement Service Improvements Project grant (CJD Grant No. 2758701) from the Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Division in the amount of $48,663.63 for training, equipment, and supplies to provide enhanced mental health law enforcement services in the Laredo/Webb County area, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any match.

35. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of an Operation Border Star (CJD Grant No. 1979008) from the Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Division in the amount of $48,663.65 for the salary and fringe benefits of a deputy/certified peace officer to provide enhanced patrol for increased border security in the Laredo/Webb County area, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any match.

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the addition of the following seizure to the Webb County Sheriff's Office fleet inventory, provide the necessary insurance coverage; and any other matters incident thereto. Seized Vehicle Description: 2009 Black Dodge Ram Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 1D3HB18P69S776369 Mileage: 24,746

37. Discussion and possible action to approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and Webb County to provide Criminal Justice students credit by completing 160 hours of internship work with the Webb County Sheriff’s Office. Term of MOU will cover scholastic year 2014-2015, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 11

Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

38. Discussion and possible action to approve a tax payment refund in the amount of $3,767.32 to Popp Hutcheson, PLLC, Account #97820001010, as per Supplement 1 Certified 2014, adjust value per judgment Cause 2013CV8001553-D3 for tax year 2013.

Item 12

Administrative Services

39. Discussion and possible action to appoint Civil Service Commissioners for a Two (2) year term, effective October 14, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto, including but not limited to naming a chairperson of the Commission.

40. Discussion and possible action to approve the renewal agreement with Alternative Services Concepts as the Third Party Administrator for the Worker Compensation Program, General Liability Claims for Webb County, effective October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2017 with an annual premium not to exceed $46,312.56, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Accounts #817-0105-6044 and #001-0114-6044]

41. Discussion and possible action to authorize a professional service agreement with Lewis & Ellis, Inc., for the Actuarial Report of Webb County's Self-funded Workers' Compensation Program as of September 30, 2014 at a cost not to exceed Five Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($5,500.00). Requesting an exemption from Section 262.023 of the Local Government Code (Competitive Proposal Requirements) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #817-0105-6022 (Professional Services)]

42. Discussion and possible action to authorize a professional service agreement with Lewis & Ellis, Inc., for the mandated Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement 45 for the accounting and financial reporting for the Retiree Fund Program at a cost not to exceed TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00) and requesting an exemption from Section 262.024 of the Local Government code (Competitive Proposal Requirements) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #863-0105-6022 (Professional Services)]

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2839 Administrative Clerk $13.07 Grade 9/A

45. Status report on recent water damage to the Administration Building with discussion and possible action to approve the following vendors, (Sun Belt $3,250.00, ServPro $10,432.98, Dell Computers $2,035.60 and Shi Software $432.90) for a total not to exceed Sixteen Thousand One Hundred Fifty-One Dollars and Forty-Eight cents ($16,151.48); and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #001-0114-9201 (Claims Paid)]

Item 13

Carlos Aguilar Activity Center

46. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014. Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2320 Activity Center Assistant $13.07 Grade 9/A

Item 14

Economic Development

47. Discussion and possible action to ratify the submission of a Performance Statement Amendment to decrease the beneficiaries from Fifty-Five (55) to Fifty (50) to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Webb County - 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.

48. Discussion and possible action to authorize the development and submission of a Fiscal Year 2015 Solid Waste Management Project and Implementation Grants Program to the South Texas Development Council (in cooperation with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality) in an amount not to exceed $30,000 in grant share and $6,000 as In-Kind match. [This action will have no impact on the County General]

Item 15

Engineer

49. Discussion and possible action to approve the Local Government to perform, or cause to be performed, the following local match fund participation requirement on the approved Federal Off-system Bridge Program, project not yet awarded, in the amount of $22,103.00 which includes $1,352.00 for preliminary engineering and $20,751.00 for construction oversight for the Bridge located at Lincoln Road at Becerra Creek 17.60 miles North of US 59 (CSJ 0922-33-113). Total due to TxDOT at this time is $1,352.00. The additional $20,751.00 is due 30 days prior to letting and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #010-7002-6404]

50. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant slot at the Utilities Department, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1535 Operator I $15.15 Grade 12/A

51. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Proposals for "Sewer Plant Spiral Screen Improvements".

52. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Proposals for "Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical Improvements".

53. Discussion and possible action to negotiate Request For Qualifications 2014-008 Becerra Creek Study and Drainage Plan for the Highway 59 Colonias with Porras Nance Engineering as recommended by the Webb County Engineer and the Webb County Planning Director/Floodplain Administrator. [Account #748-0102-8706 (Series 2013)]

54. Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order #1 to Carrier A/C in the amount of $23,366.00 to cover the replacement of 19 exhaust fans, which were not included in the original base bid approved on May 27, 2014 for the 4101 Juarez Project. [Account #739-1200-8801-14 (Series 2013)]

Item 18

Medical Examiner

62. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Salary/Full Time 2871 Deputy Medical Examiner $120,000

Item 19

Planning

63. Discussion and possible action to issue a “Certificate of Compliance with Plat Requirements” to authorize an electrical service connection pursuant to Section 232.029(c)(2), L.G.C., to an unplatted 0.98 acre tract of land, more or less, out of Tract 8, La Presa, as further described in Vol. 565, Pgs. 206-207, Webb County Deed Records.

64. Discussion and possible action to issue a “Certificate of Compliance with Plat Requirements” to authorize an electrical service connection pursuant to Section 232.028(b)(2), & (b)(3), L.G.C., to an unplatted 0.1602 acre tract of land, more or less, out of Porcion 32, Abstract 296, also known as Lot 5 out of the Pablo Rodriguez Subdivision (Old Milwaukee East), as further described in Vol. 1946, Pgs. 14-15 of the Webb County Deed Records.

Item 20

Pre-Trial Services

65. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2015 grant application to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission for the Indigent Defense Formula Grant Program and designating the public defender as the program manager and contact person and the county auditor as the financial officer for the grant.

Item 21 (Part 1 of 2)

Purchasing

66. Discussion and possible action to Re-bid the following annual contract: Bid 2015-60 Annual Contract for Food Commodities

67. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to offer a One (1) year extension to the following contracts: Bid 2014-03 Annual Contract for Flexible Base- Bertha Aldrete, Manolo’s Ranch, Zeus Construction, Brother’s Material and Circle T Services Bid 2014-18 Annual Contract for Pest Control- Asash Pest Control and Orkin Pest Control Bid 2014-27 Annual Contract for Liquid Soil Stabilizer- Momar, Inc. and J & B Industries Bid 2014-35 Annual Contract for Vivitrol- Besse Medical Bid 2014-38 Annual Contract for Office Supplies- Patria Office Supplies, Executive Office Supplies and Staples RFP 2013-96- Two (2) year Contract for Wrecker Service- J.R. Martinez, D.F. Gonzalez Towing, JAM Wrecker, M&M Wrecker and Martinez Wrecker Service RFP 2013-97- Two (2) year Contract for the donation of Salvage Tires to Non Profits – LULAC Council #12 and American Legion RFQ 2014-101 Annual Contract for Boundary Surveyors- Blue Top Land Surveying, Civil Engineering Consultants, Crane Engineering, Gilpin Engineering Company, Porras Nance Engineering, and LP Nance Land Surveying

68. Discussion and possible action to approve the proposal for the Rio Bravo Community Center Parking Lot overlay from ROMO Contractors, LLC, annual contract 2015-44 in the amount of $26,926.00. [Requested by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 1; Account #660-8108-8801 (Capital Outlay Series 2003)]

69. Discussion and possible action to approve the change order for the additional labor and material needed for the installation of the fence for El Aguila Rural Transportation Department in the amount of $3,400.00. [Requested by Robert Martinez, El Aguila Rural Transportation Director; Account #980-8001-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

70. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to award the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-22 Annual Contract for Light Bulbs and Lamps- 3G Electrical Supply (Primary), Consolidated Electrical Dist. (Secondary) Bid 2015-28- Two (2) year Contract for Electrical Motor Repair – Ramsa Electro-mechanic Inc. (Primary), Delta House (Secondary) Bid 2015-45- Two (2) year Contract for Pump Repair- Ramsa (Primary), Laredo Machine Shop (Secondary) Bid 2015-59- Two (2) year Contract for Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Inspector- Premier Property Inspections (Primary) Bid 2015-79- Annual Contract for Land Clearing by Shredding- Allscape Land Clearing Inc. (Primary) Bid 2015-80- Six (6) month Contract for Ink Cartridges, Toner and Bottled Water – The Tree House (Primary), Executive Office Supply (Secondary), Staples (Tertiary) Bid 2015-84 Annual Contract for Prisoner Transportation - Texas Prisoner Transportation (Primary), United States Prisoner Transport Unit SA (Secondary) Bid 2015-98- Two (2) year Contract for Advertising Services for Webb County Rural Public Transportation Fleet-El Aguila- Hachar Bus Ads Laredo Bid 2015-100- Two (2) year Contract for Uniforms – Al & Robs (Primary), Cintas (Primary), Professional Embroidery Service (Secondary)

71. Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) vehicles for Head Start Department: Quantity Vendor Description Amount 1 Sames Motor Company Ford 2013 $20,296.50 1 Toyota of Laredo Toyota 2014 $27,712.00 $48,008.50 [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Head Start Director; Account #903-4207-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

72. Discussion and possible action to award the following bids to the submitters who offer the overall best value to Webb County: Bid 2015-55- Two (2) year Contract for Fuel Station for the Bruni, Texas area to Los Angeles Cattle Company RFP 2015-99- Two (2) year Contract for Disinfection Chamber Cleaning & Dewatering Services to Underwater Services, Inc.

73. Discussion and possible action to dispose of surplus or salvage property as allowed in Texas Local Government Code 262.152 (1); and sell the identified items by competitive bids or auction through CABCO. [Requested by Cecilia May Moreno, Webb County Purchasing Agent] Year Model Department 1999 Chevrolet Suburban CDCD 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo District Attorney 2001 Dodge Ram District Attorney 2004 Chevrolet Impala District Attorney 2000 Chevrolet Impala District Attorney 2000 Chevrolet Silverado District Attorney 2000 Ford Windstar District Attorney 2000 Ford Crown Victoria District Attorney 2001 Dodge Ram District Attorney 1992 Ford F-150 Road & Bridge 1993 Ford F-150 Road & Bridge 1993 Ford Aerostar Elections 2000 Chevrolet Silverado Constable Pct. 1 2010 Ford Crown Victoria Constable Pct. 1

74. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-42 Annual Contract for Auto Electrical Repair Service Bid 2015-85 Annual Contract for Motor Rewinds

76. Discussion and possible action to solicit Request for Qualifications for residential substance abuse treatment services for the Webb County Youth Village Rehabilitation Center. Services will be provided to adolescent males aged 13-17 years of age and will consist of screening, assessment, individual counseling, group counseling, and drug education. [Requested by Webb County Juvenile Drug Rehabilitation Committee]

Item 22

Closed Session/Executive Session

77. Discussion and possible action to approve settlement in the case entitled Juan Gomez and Diana Gomez v. Webb County, Texas, Civil case number 2013CVT000855 D3, pending in the 341st District Court, 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)]

78. Status report by the county attorney’s office regarding Cause No. 2014CVQ002096D3, titled State of Texas, Marco Montemayor v. Ricardo Rangel, Webb County Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2, Pl. 2. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (1) (A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)]

75. Presentations from Three (3) responders to Request for Qualifications 2014-009 "Self Help Center Program Architectural Services" for Residential 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom plans with discussion and possible action to select responder or RFQ 2014-009; and any other matters incident thereto.

79. Adjourn

The Webb County Commissioners Court hereby reserves the right to go into closed session at any time during this public meeting, if such is requested by the County Attorney or other legal counsel for the County, pursuant to his or her duty under Section 551.071(2) of the Government Code, to consult privately with his or her client on an item on the agenda, or on a matter arising out of such item.

DISABILITY ACCESS STATEMENT Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aid of service such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or need large print are requested to contact the court administrator at (956) 523-4622. DATED THIS ____ DAY OF OCTOBER, 2014 By: ______________________________ Melinda Mata Court Administrator

Oct 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting

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Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1 (Part 1 of 2)

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 19, 2014, September 22, 2014, and October 3, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Item 2 (Part 1 of 2)

COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

Honorable Danny Valdez, Webb County Judge

7. Recognition and presentation to Dr. Marcus Nelson for being awarded Superintendent of the Year by the State at the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Convention in Dallas, Texas. [Co-Sponsored by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

Item 6 (Part 1 of 2)

16. Presentation by the City of Laredo Manager’s office regarding proposed Sports Complex and Natatorium projects. [Requested by City Manager, City of Laredo]

Item 16

Head Start

55. Presentation of the 2014 - 2015 Head Start and Early Head Start Policy Council Officers.

56. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots: Slot # Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods 1696 Part Time Substitute Teacher $8.38 20 1039 Teacher Assistant $9.76 20 1652 Teacher (Associate Degree) $14.46 20 1831 Teacher (Associate Degree) $14.46 20 2566 Early Head Start Teacher $9.93 26 2569 Early Head Start Part Time Teacher Floater $9.40 26

57. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Health and Safety Screening Certification," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

58. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Governance and Leadership Capacity Screener," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

Item 17

Indigent Healthcare Services

MOTION TO TEMPORARILY RECESS AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MOTION TO CONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

59. Public Hearing in accordance with Section 288.151, Chapter 288, Health and Safety Code to establish the mandatory payment rate the Webb County Health Care Funding District Commission intends to require from local institutional health care providers (hospitals) during Fiscal Year 2014-2015 with deliberation regarding how the revenue derived from those payments is to be spent; and any matters incident thereto. Notice of the Public Hearing was published in a newspaper of general circulation (Laredo Morning Times) on Friday, October 3, 2014. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

60. Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt an Order establishing the mandatory payment rate and amount required from local institutional health care providers (hospitals) in order to generate revenue that will be used to provide the nonfederal share of the Medicaid Supplemental Payment Program in accordance with Section 288.201, Chapter 288, Health and Safety Code; and any other matters incident thereto. The mandatory payment may not exceed Six percent (6%) of the aggregate net patient revenue of all paying hospitals in the district.

61. Discussion and possible action to authorize Inter-Governmental Transfers (IGT) to the State of Texas in connection with the Texas Healthcare Transformation and Quality Improvement Program/1115 Waiver via the Local Provider Participation Fund; and any other matters incident thereto. The funds for these transfers will come from the tax revenue collected and held in the Local Provider Participation Fund. [Accounts #003-4109-3501, #003-4110-3501 and #003-4111-3501)] MOTION TO ADJOURN AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION MOTION TO RECONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT

Item 1 (Part 2 of 2)

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 5 (Part 1 of 2)

14. Proclamation to recognize the month of October, 2014 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas by lighting up the Webb County Courthouse in Pink for the month of October, 2014.

Item 9 (Part 1 of 3)

32. Discussion and possible action to secure emergency funding from Webb County in an amount to be determined by the Court to assist the Safe Haven Program in continuing operations for the next Two months; and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Commissioner John Galo, Pct. 3 and Commissioner Jaime Canales, Pct. 4]

Item 2 (Part 2 of 2)

8. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution certifying Webb County has made a grant to Border Region Nutrition Council, Inc., an organization that provides home delivered meals to homebound person in Webb County who are elderly and/or have a disability, and certifying that the court has approved the organization's account system or fiscal agent; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 4 (Part 1 of 2)

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

9. Discussion and possible action to approve payment of $600.00 to Blockera Rio Bravo for fork lift services to unload Twenty-Nine (29) pallets of mulch at the Rio Bravo Activity Center. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

Item 9 (Part 2 of 3)

32. Discussion and possible action to secure emergency funding from Webb County in an amount to be determined by the Court to a

Item 4 (Part 2 of 2)

10. Discussion and possible action to award to American Construction Consulting, LLC the construction of the retaining wall at the El Cenizo Community Center, at a cost of $16,549. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

11. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer within Bond Series 2003: From: 658-8103-8710-1 Mirando City Learning Center $29,700 To: 660-8108-8801 Capital Outlay $29,700

Item 5 (Part 2 of 2)

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

12. Discussion and possible action to accept a grant award for the Community Services Block Grant Program (CSBG) from the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA) for Program Year 2015, in the amount of FOUR HUNDRED THIRTY-SIX THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-NINE DOLLARS ($436,259.00), 2015 CSBG Community Action Plan (CAP) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Webb County Community Action Agency Executive Director]

13. Discussion and possible action to approve release of 10% retainage for the completion of Webb County Housing Rehabilitation Program in Colonia Pueblo Nuevo under the Texas Community Development Program (TCDP) #712095 - Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documentation. This will not impact the general fund. Contractor Project Address Retainage Amount AA Builders 127 Ranch Road $1,211.54 [Requested by Juan Vargas, Executive Director, Economic Development /CAA; Account TCDP #471-2311]

15. Discussion and possible action to authorize a county contribution for the Laredo Environmental Summit in the amount of $1,000.00; and any matters incident thereto. [Account #007-0101-7426 (Community Promotions)]

Items 6 (Part 2 of 2) & 12

17. Status report by Administrative Services department regarding the final implementation of the wage and classification plan adopted by the Commissioners Court, effective October 1, 2014. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

44. Discussion and possible action to approve departmental corrections/updates based on Condrey plan, that were not submitted on time to Auditor for preparation of General Orders as well as insuring that the Auditor's listing of New Slots for Fiscal Year 2015 and all other approved county slots are in line with the Wage Plan, effective October 1, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 6

Commissioners Court

18. Discussion and possible action to assign outside legal counsel to negotiate the terms and conditions regarding the recently approved delinquent tax contract between Webb County and the law office of Javier Montemayor, Jr., P.C.; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

19. Discussion and possible action to make a contribution to the Sisters of Mercy in the amount of $1,250 in support of the 2014 Mercy McAuley Service Award honoring the Sisters of Mercy for 120 years of service, support and sponsorship opportunities. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator; Account #007-0101-7426 (Community Promotions)]

Item 8

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

20. Discussion and possible action to enter into a One (1) year Service Agreement with InfoSeal, LLC (October 20, 2014 to October 19, 2015) for a PS 100 Folder/Sealer unit at an annual cost of NINE HUNDRED SIX DOLLARS ($906.00); subject to annual budget appropriation and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Delia Perales, Webb County Treasurer; Account #001-0300-6402 (Repairs & Maintenance- Equipment)]

21. Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year professional services agreement for drug and alcohol urine sampling services between Webb County and NORCHEM for use in the 341st and 406th District Court Drug Treatment and Sobriety Programs commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

22. Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year professional services agreement for substance abuse treatment services by and between Webb County and Proyecto Ayuda formally known as Juntos Caminaremos, Inc. for use in the 341st and 406th District Court Sobriety Treatment Program commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

23. Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year service operations contract with Recovery Healthcare Corporation, to provide global position satellite monitoring, continuous alcohol monitoring, radio frequency monitoring, breath-alcohol testing and/or drug patch services for the Webb County 341st and 406th District Court Sobriety Treatment Program commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

24. Discussion and possible action to enter into a professional services agreement for One (1) year commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 between Webb County, on behalf of the 341st and 406th Judicial Adult Drug Program and Desi A. Vasquez, PH.D. Desi A. Vasquez, PH.D., shall provide mental health care services; substance abuse screening, mental health assessment, group therapy, no less than Ten (10) parenting therapy sessions, no less than Twenty-Six (26) anger management therapy sessions, coaching, cognitive and life skills therapy sessions, substance abuse individual and group treatment/therapy recommendations The agreement provides that compensation will not exceed $15,000 Dollars and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

25. Discussion and possible action to enter into a professional services agreement for One (1) year commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 between Webb County, on behalf of the 341st and 406th Judicial Adult Drug Program and Webb County Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD). CSCD will provide a Certified Lab Technician responsible for storing, securing and testing all questionable urine analysis specimens collected for the following substance(s): marijuana, cocaine, opiates, benzodiazepine, and synthetic drugs. The agreement provides that compensation will not exceed $15.00 dollars per urine analysis, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

26. Discussion and possible action to enter into a professional services agreement for One (1) year commencing September 1, 2014 thru August 31, 2015 between Webb County, on behalf of the 341st and 406th Judicial Adult Drug Program and Advance Computer Technologies, LLC. Advance Computer Technologies, LLC. will provide computer software license, maintenance and support services. The agreement provides that compensation will not exceed $12,500.000 dollars annually, which shall be payable in full upon execution and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Rebecca Palomo, 341st Judicial District Court Judge; Grant #2056407 (Fund 332)]

27. Discussion and possible action to approve and enter into a Two (2) year subscription by and between Webb County for the Webb County Head Start Program and Child Plus.net Professional Head Start Management Software. ChildPlus.net will allow Head Start to track performance standards. The subscription is free for Two (2) years on a trial basis then the court will consider utilizing and purchasing the software for future years and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director (Fund 903)]

28. Discussion and possible action to accept the dedication of One (1) roadway right-of-way easement out of Huisache Cattle Co. Ltd., from Simon Development, Ltd, a Texas Limited Liability Partnership, by: Gene S. Walker Jr., being a tract of land containing 14.89 acres and to authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rhonda Tiffin, Webb County Planning Department; Right Of Way (ROW)]

Item 9 (Part 3 of 3)

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

29. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th Judicial District Court Adult Drug Court Program and La Familia Consulting and Counseling Services, L.C. contract for the term of October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2015, not to exceed the amount of $25,000. [Fund 351]

30. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th Judicial District Adult Drug Court Program "Proyecto Ayuda, Inc." contract for the term of October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2015, not to exceed the amount of $29,000. [Fund 351]

31. Discussion and possible action to appoint Mr. Eduardo Gallegos as the official Spanish speaking interpreter for the 406th Judicial District Court, effective immediately; and any other matters incident thereto.

33. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th District Drug Court Program application for the Specialty Drug Court Program Solicitation Grant Fiscal Year 2014: September 1, 2014- August 31, 2015.

Item 10

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

34. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Mental Health Law Enforcement Service Improvements Project grant (CJD Grant No. 2758701) from the Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Division in the amount of $48,663.63 for training, equipment, and supplies to provide enhanced mental health law enforcement services in the Laredo/Webb County area, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any match.

35. Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of an Operation Border Star (CJD Grant No. 1979008) from the Office of the Governor Criminal Justice Division in the amount of $48,663.65 for the salary and fringe benefits of a deputy/certified peace officer to provide enhanced patrol for increased border security in the Laredo/Webb County area, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any match.

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the addition of the following seizure to the Webb County Sheriff's Office fleet inventory, provide the necessary insurance coverage; and any other matters incident thereto. Seized Vehicle Description: 2009 Black Dodge Ram Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 1D3HB18P69S776369 Mileage: 24,746

37. Discussion and possible action to approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) and Webb County to provide Criminal Justice students credit by completing 160 hours of internship work with the Webb County Sheriff’s Office. Term of MOU will cover scholastic year 2014-2015, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 11

Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

38. Discussion and possible action to approve a tax payment refund in the amount of $3,767.32 to Popp Hutcheson, PLLC, Account #97820001010, as per Supplement 1 Certified 2014, adjust value per judgment Cause 2013CV8001553-D3 for tax year 2013.

Item 12

Administrative Services

39. Discussion and possible action to appoint Civil Service Commissioners for a Two (2) year term, effective October 14, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto, including but not limited to naming a chairperson of the Commission.

40. Discussion and possible action to approve the renewal agreement with Alternative Services Concepts as the Third Party Administrator for the Worker Compensation Program, General Liability Claims for Webb County, effective October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2017 with an annual premium not to exceed $46,312.56, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Accounts #817-0105-6044 and #001-0114-6044]

41. Discussion and possible action to authorize a professional service agreement with Lewis & Ellis, Inc., for the Actuarial Report of Webb County's Self-funded Workers' Compensation Program as of September 30, 2014 at a cost not to exceed Five Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($5,500.00). Requesting an exemption from Section 262.023 of the Local Government Code (Competitive Proposal Requirements) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #817-0105-6022 (Professional Services)]

42. Discussion and possible action to authorize a professional service agreement with Lewis & Ellis, Inc., for the mandated Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement 45 for the accounting and financial reporting for the Retiree Fund Program at a cost not to exceed TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00) and requesting an exemption from Section 262.024 of the Local Government code (Competitive Proposal Requirements) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #863-0105-6022 (Professional Services)]

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2839 Administrative Clerk $13.07 Grade 9/A

45. Status report on recent water damage to the Administration Building with discussion and possible action to approve the following vendors, (Sun Belt $3,250.00, ServPro $10,432.98, Dell Computers $2,035.60 and Shi Software $432.90) for a total not to exceed Sixteen Thousand One Hundred Fifty-One Dollars and Forty-Eight cents ($16,151.48); and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #001-0114-9201 (Claims Paid)]

Item 13

Carlos Aguilar Activity Center

46. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014. Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2320 Activity Center Assistant $13.07 Grade 9/A

Item 14

Economic Development

47. Discussion and possible action to ratify the submission of a Performance Statement Amendment to decrease the beneficiaries from Fifty-Five (55) to Fifty (50) to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Webb County - 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.

48. Discussion and possible action to authorize the development and submission of a Fiscal Year 2015 Solid Waste Management Project and Implementation Grants Program to the South Texas Development Council (in cooperation with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality) in an amount not to exceed $30,000 in grant share and $6,000 as In-Kind match. [This action will have no impact on the County General]

Item 15

Engineer

49. Discussion and possible action to approve the Local Government to perform, or cause to be performed, the following local match fund participation requirement on the approved Federal Off-system Bridge Program, project not yet awarded, in the amount of $22,103.00 which includes $1,352.00 for preliminary engineering and $20,751.00 for construction oversight for the Bridge located at Lincoln Road at Becerra Creek 17.60 miles North of US 59 (CSJ 0922-33-113). Total due to TxDOT at this time is $1,352.00. The additional $20,751.00 is due 30 days prior to letting and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #010-7002-6404]

50. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant slot at the Utilities Department, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1535 Operator I $15.15 Grade 12/A

51. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Proposals for "Sewer Plant Spiral Screen Improvements".

52. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Proposals for "Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical Improvements".

53. Discussion and possible action to negotiate Request For Qualifications 2014-008 Becerra Creek Study and Drainage Plan for the Highway 59 Colonias with Porras Nance Engineering as recommended by the Webb County Engineer and the Webb County Planning Director/Floodplain Administrator. [Account #748-0102-8706 (Series 2013)]

54. Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order #1 to Carrier A/C in the amount of $23,366.00 to cover the replacement of 19 exhaust fans, which were not included in the original base bid approved on May 27, 2014 for the 4101 Juarez Project. [Account #739-1200-8801-14 (Series 2013)]

Item 18

Medical Examiner

62. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Salary/Full Time 2871 Deputy Medical Examiner $120,000

Item 19

Planning

63. Discussion and possible action to issue a “Certificate of Compliance with Plat Requirements” to authorize an electrical service connection pursuant to Section 232.029(c)(2), L.G.C., to an unplatted 0.98 acre tract of land, more or less, out of Tract 8, La Presa, as further described in Vol. 565, Pgs. 206-207, Webb County Deed Records.

64. Discussion and possible action to issue a “Certificate of Compliance with Plat Requirements” to authorize an electrical service connection pursuant to Section 232.028(b)(2), & (b)(3), L.G.C., to an unplatted 0.1602 acre tract of land, more or less, out of Porcion 32, Abstract 296, also known as Lot 5 out of the Pablo Rodriguez Subdivision (Old Milwaukee East), as further described in Vol. 1946, Pgs. 14-15 of the Webb County Deed Records.

Item 20

Pre-Trial Services

65. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing the submission of the 2015 grant application to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission for the Indigent Defense Formula Grant Program and designating the public defender as the program manager and contact person and the county auditor as the financial officer for the grant.

Item 21 (Part 1 of 2)

Purchasing

66. Discussion and possible action to Re-bid the following annual contract: Bid 2015-60 Annual Contract for Food Commodities

67. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to offer a One (1) year extension to the following contracts: Bid 2014-03 Annual Contract for Flexible Base- Bertha Aldrete, Manolo’s Ranch, Zeus Construction, Brother’s Material and Circle T Services Bid 2014-18 Annual Contract for Pest Control- Asash Pest Control and Orkin Pest Control Bid 2014-27 Annual Contract for Liquid Soil Stabilizer- Momar, Inc. and J & B Industries Bid 2014-35 Annual Contract for Vivitrol- Besse Medical Bid 2014-38 Annual Contract for Office Supplies- Patria Office Supplies, Executive Office Supplies and Staples RFP 2013-96- Two (2) year Contract for Wrecker Service- J.R. Martinez, D.F. Gonzalez Towing, JAM Wrecker, M&M Wrecker and Martinez Wrecker Service RFP 2013-97- Two (2) year Contract for the donation of Salvage Tires to Non Profits – LULAC Council #12 and American Legion RFQ 2014-101 Annual Contract for Boundary Surveyors- Blue Top Land Surveying, Civil Engineering Consultants, Crane Engineering, Gilpin Engineering Company, Porras Nance Engineering, and LP Nance Land Surveying

68. Discussion and possible action to approve the proposal for the Rio Bravo Community Center Parking Lot overlay from ROMO Contractors, LLC, annual contract 2015-44 in the amount of $26,926.00. [Requested by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner, Pct. 1; Account #660-8108-8801 (Capital Outlay Series 2003)]

69. Discussion and possible action to approve the change order for the additional labor and material needed for the installation of the fence for El Aguila Rural Transportation Department in the amount of $3,400.00. [Requested by Robert Martinez, El Aguila Rural Transportation Director; Account #980-8001-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

70. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to award the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-22 Annual Contract for Light Bulbs and Lamps- 3G Electrical Supply (Primary), Consolidated Electrical Dist. (Secondary) Bid 2015-28- Two (2) year Contract for Electrical Motor Repair – Ramsa Electro-mechanic Inc. (Primary), Delta House (Secondary) Bid 2015-45- Two (2) year Contract for Pump Repair- Ramsa (Primary), Laredo Machine Shop (Secondary) Bid 2015-59- Two (2) year Contract for Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Inspector- Premier Property Inspections (Primary) Bid 2015-79- Annual Contract for Land Clearing by Shredding- Allscape Land Clearing Inc. (Primary) Bid 2015-80- Six (6) month Contract for Ink Cartridges, Toner and Bottled Water – The Tree House (Primary), Executive Office Supply (Secondary), Staples (Tertiary) Bid 2015-84 Annual Contract for Prisoner Transportation - Texas Prisoner Transportation (Primary), United States Prisoner Transport Unit SA (Secondary) Bid 2015-98- Two (2) year Contract for Advertising Services for Webb County Rural Public Transportation Fleet-El Aguila- Hachar Bus Ads Laredo Bid 2015-100- Two (2) year Contract for Uniforms – Al & Robs (Primary), Cintas (Primary), Professional Embroidery Service (Secondary)

71. Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) vehicles for Head Start Department: Quantity Vendor Description Amount 1 Sames Motor Company Ford 2013 $20,296.50 1 Toyota of Laredo Toyota 2014 $27,712.00 $48,008.50 [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Head Start Director; Account #903-4207-8801 (Capital Outlay)]

72. Discussion and possible action to award the following bids to the submitters who offer the overall best value to Webb County: Bid 2015-55- Two (2) year Contract for Fuel Station for the Bruni, Texas area to Los Angeles Cattle Company RFP 2015-99- Two (2) year Contract for Disinfection Chamber Cleaning & Dewatering Services to Underwater Services, Inc.

73. Discussion and possible action to dispose of surplus or salvage property as allowed in Texas Local Government Code 262.152 (1); and sell the identified items by competitive bids or auction through CABCO. [Requested by Cecilia May Moreno, Webb County Purchasing Agent] Year Model Department 1999 Chevrolet Suburban CDCD 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo District Attorney 2001 Dodge Ram District Attorney 2004 Chevrolet Impala District Attorney 2000 Chevrolet Impala District Attorney 2000 Chevrolet Silverado District Attorney 2000 Ford Windstar District Attorney 2000 Ford Crown Victoria District Attorney 2001 Dodge Ram District Attorney 1992 Ford F-150 Road & Bridge 1993 Ford F-150 Road & Bridge 1993 Ford Aerostar Elections 2000 Chevrolet Silverado Constable Pct. 1 2010 Ford Crown Victoria Constable Pct. 1

74. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-42 Annual Contract for Auto Electrical Repair Service Bid 2015-85 Annual Contract for Motor Rewinds

76. Discussion and possible action to solicit Request for Qualifications for residential substance abuse treatment services for the Webb County Youth Village Rehabilitation Center. Services will be provided to adolescent males aged 13-17 years of age and will consist of screening, assessment, individual counseling, group counseling, and drug education. [Requested by Webb County Juvenile Drug Rehabilitation Committee]

Item 22

Closed Session/Executive Session

77. Discussion and possible action to approve settlement in the case entitled Juan Gomez and Diana Gomez v. Webb County, Texas, Civil case number 2013CVT000855 D3, pending in the 341st District Court, 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)]

78. Status report by the county attorney’s office regarding Cause No. 2014CVQ002096D3, titled State of Texas, Marco Montemayor v. Ricardo Rangel, Webb County Justice of the Peace, Pct. 2, Pl. 2. [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 21 (Part 2 of 2)

75. Presentations from Three (3) responders to Request for Qualifications 2014-009 "Self Help Center Program Architectural Services" for Residential 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom plans with discussion and possible action to select responder or RFQ 2014-009; and any other matters incident thereto.

79. Adjourn

Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1 (Part 1 of 2) 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 19, 2014, September 22, 2014, and October 3, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Item 2 (Part 1 of 2) COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

7. Recognition and presentation to Dr. Marcus Nelson for being awarded Superintendent of the Year by the State at the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Convention in Dallas, Texas. [Co-Sponsored by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

16. Presentation by the City of Laredo Manager’s office regarding proposed Sports Complex and Natatorium projects. [Requested by City Manager, City of Laredo]

Item 16 Head Start

55. Presentation of the 2014 - 2015 Head Start and Early Head Start Policy Council Officers.

57. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Health and Safety Screening Certification," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

58. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Governance and Leadership Capacity Screener," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

Item 17 Indigent Healthcare Services

MOTION TO TEMPORARILY RECESS AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MOTION TO CONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

5. Communications

14. Proclamation to recognize the month of October, 2014 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas by lighting up the Webb County Courthouse in Pink for the month of October, 2014.

Item 4 (Part 1 of 2) Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

9. Discussion and possible action to approve payment of $600.00 to Blockera Rio Bravo for fork lift services to unload Twenty-Nine (29) pallets of mulch at the Rio Bravo Activity Center. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

32. Discussion and possible action to secure emergency funding from Webb County in an amount to be determined by the Court to a

10. Discussion and possible action to award to American Construction Consulting, LLC the construction of the retaining wall at the El Cenizo Community Center, at a cost of $16,549. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

11. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer within Bond Series 2003: From: 658-8103-8710-1 Mirando City Learning Center $29,700 To: 660-8108-8801 Capital Outlay $29,700

Item 5 (Part 2 of 2) Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

15. Discussion and possible action to authorize a county contribution for the Laredo Environmental Summit in the amount of $1,000.00; and any matters incident thereto. [Account #007-0101-7426 (Community Promotions)]

17. Status report by Administrative Services department regarding the final implementation of the wage and classification plan adopted by the Commissioners Court, effective October 1, 2014. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Executive Administrator]

Item 6 Commissioners Court

Item 8 Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

Item 9 (Part 3 of 3) Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

29. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th Judicial District Court Adult Drug Court Program and La Familia Consulting and Counseling Services, L.C. contract for the term of October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2015, not to exceed the amount of $25,000. [Fund 351]

30. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th Judicial District Adult Drug Court Program "Proyecto Ayuda, Inc." contract for the term of October 1, 2014 - September 30, 2015, not to exceed the amount of $29,000. [Fund 351]

31. Discussion and possible action to appoint Mr. Eduardo Gallegos as the official Spanish speaking interpreter for the 406th Judicial District Court, effective immediately; and any other matters incident thereto.

33. Discussion and possible action to approve and ratify the 406th District Drug Court Program application for the Specialty Drug Court Program Solicitation Grant Fiscal Year 2014: September 1, 2014- August 31, 2015.

Item 10 Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 11 Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

38. Discussion and possible action to approve a tax payment refund in the amount of $3,767.32 to Popp Hutcheson, PLLC, Account #97820001010, as per Supplement 1 Certified 2014, adjust value per judgment Cause 2013CV8001553-D3 for tax year 2013.

Item 12 Administrative Services

39. Discussion and possible action to appoint Civil Service Commissioners for a Two (2) year term, effective October 14, 2014; and any other matters incident thereto, including but not limited to naming a chairperson of the Commission.

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following vacant Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2839 Administrative Clerk $13.07 Grade 9/A

Item 13 Carlos Aguilar Activity Center

46. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective October 14, 2014. Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2320 Activity Center Assistant $13.07 Grade 9/A

Item 14 Economic Development

Item 15 Engineer

51. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Proposals for "Sewer Plant Spiral Screen Improvements".

52. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Requests for Proposals for "Wastewater Treatment Plant Electrical Improvements".

54. Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order #1 to Carrier A/C in the amount of $23,366.00 to cover the replacement of 19 exhaust fans, which were not included in the original base bid approved on May 27, 2014 for the 4101 Juarez Project. [Account #739-1200-8801-14 (Series 2013)]

Item 18 Medical Examiner

62. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds, effective October 14, 2014: Slot # Title Salary/Full Time 2871 Deputy Medical Examiner $120,000

Item 19 Planning

Item 20 Pre-Trial Services

Item 21 (Part 1 of 2) Purchasing

66. Discussion and possible action to Re-bid the following annual contract: Bid 2015-60 Annual Contract for Food Commodities

74. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-42 Annual Contract for Auto Electrical Repair Service Bid 2015-85 Annual Contract for Motor Rewinds

Item 22 Closed Session/Executive Session

75. Presentations from Three (3) responders to Request for Qualifications 2014-009 "Self Help Center Program Architectural Services" for Residential 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom plans with discussion and possible action to select responder or RFQ 2014-009; and any other matters incident thereto.

79. Adjourn

Oct 14, 2014 Commissioners Court Meeting

Commissioners Court Meeting

Item 1 (Part 1 of 2) 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 19, 2014, September 22, 2014, and October 3, 2014

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Item 2 (Part 1 of 2) COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

7. Recognition and presentation to Dr. Marcus Nelson for being awarded Superintendent of the Year by the State at the Texas Association of School Administrators/Texas Association of School Boards Convention in Dallas, Texas. [Co-Sponsored by Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

16. Presentation by the City of Laredo Manager’s office regarding proposed Sports Complex and Natatorium projects. [Requested by City Manager, City of Laredo]

Item 16 Head Start

55. Presentation of the 2014 - 2015 Head Start and Early Head Start Policy Council Officers.

57. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Health and Safety Screening Certification," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

58. Discussion and possible action to approve the "Governance and Leadership Capacity Screener," consistent with the terms and conditions of the Head Start/Early Head Start 2014 Notice of Award - Attachment 2 - Budget Period One (1) of a Five (5) year project period.

Item 17 Indigent Healthcare Services

MOTION TO TEMPORARILY RECESS AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MOTION TO CONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

5. Communications

14. Proclamation to recognize the month of October, 2014 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas by lighting up the Webb County Courthouse in Pink for the month of October, 2014.

Item 4 (Part 1 of 2) Honorable Linda R. Ramirez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

9. Discussion and possible action to approve payment of $600.00 to Blockera Rio Bravo for fork lift services to unload Twenty-Nine (29) pallets of mulch at the Rio Bravo Activity Center. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

32. Discussion and possible action to secure emergency funding from Webb County in an amount to be determined by the Court to a

10. Discussion and possible action to award to American Construction Consulting, LLC the construction of the retaining wall at the El Cenizo Community Center, at a cost of $16,549. [Account #660-8108-8801 (Bond Series 2003)]

11. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer within Bond Series 2003: From: 658-8103-8710-1 Mirando City Learning Center $29,700 To: 660-8108-8801 Capital Outlay $29,700

Item 5 (Part 2 of 2) Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

Item 1 (Part 1 of 2)

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

Item 2 (Part 1 of 2)

COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

Item 16

Head Start

Item 17

Indigent Healthcare Services

Item 4 (Part 1 of 2)

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

Item 5 (Part 2 of 2)

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

Item 6

Commissioners Court

Item 8

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

Item 9 (Part 3 of 3)

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

Item 10

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 11

Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

Item 12

Administrative Services

Item 13

Carlos Aguilar Activity Center

Item 14

Economic Development

Item 15

Engineer

Item 18

Medical Examiner

Item 19

Planning

Item 20

Pre-Trial Services

Item 21 (Part 1 of 2)

Purchasing

Item 22

Closed Session/Executive Session

Item 1 (Part 1 of 2)

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

Item 2 (Part 1 of 2)

COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:

Item 16

Head Start

Item 17

Indigent Healthcare Services

Item 4 (Part 1 of 2)

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

Item 5 (Part 2 of 2)

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