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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JULY 13, 2015 9:00 a.m.

Item 1

CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Approval of Minutes for June 22, 2015

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. 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.

Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of July 12th-19th, 2015 as Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week.

Item 5.11

Presentation by LiftFund, a non-profit lender, to announce the availability of funding to open small businesses in the Webb County area.

Item 3

Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

7. Discussion and possible action to consider the use of Survey Monkey, a computer based survey program, to aid in evaluating Webb County department heads and or directors in their evaluation process. This tool will only serve as an additional information to help guide the Commissioner’s Court in making determinations when evaluating the department head and or director. The evaluation will not be based solely on the information gained on this survey.

Items 4.8, 5.16 (Part 1 of 2) & 16

Item 4.8

Item 5.16

Item 16

Item 4

Honorable Frank J. Sciaraffa, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

9. 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: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1915 Commissioner's Assistant $20.38 - $21.42 18/A-E

Item 5

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

10. Discussion and possible action to accept a funding increase Amendment #2 of ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-FIVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FOUR DOLLARS ($135,234.00) to the PY 2015 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) grant Contract #58150002130 from the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA). This amendment will increase the Program Year 2015 CEAP Contract funding from ONE MILLION ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED SIXTY-TWO DOLLARS ($1,126,862.00) to ONE MILLION TWO HUNDRED SIXTY-TWO THOUSAND AND NINETY-SIX DOLLARS ($1,262,096.00), and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

12. Discussion and possible action to approve the connection of a street light on Hwy. 359 at the entrance to the Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision. Installation/activation and monthly utility fees to be paid from the general fund utilities account. [Account #001-0109]

Item 6

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

13. Discussion and possible action to approve a Thirty-six (36) month equipment lease or purchase agreement with RDO Equipment Co. for a 2015 John Deere 333E tractor and 2015 Blue Diamond Cutter/Mower, in an amount not to exceed $85,173.47, for the Road and Bridge department; subject to BuyBoard contract #424-13; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #010-9501-3826, Other Financing Sources]

Item 7

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

14. Discussion and possible action to authorize the development and submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Community Enhancement Fund in an amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for the construction of a Fire Sub-Station; and authorizing the County Judge to act as the County's Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in the Community Enhancement Fund. This grant application will have a cash match not to exceed $35,000 (or 10%) and will not impact the Webb County General Fund. The cash match will be contributed from 2013 Bond Series Account #740-0204-8801.

Item 8

Commissioners Court Administrator

15. Discussion and possible action to review, revise, and/or adopt the contract for rental of the community centers owned by Webb County to include reconsideration of rental amounts, deposit amount, security officer requirements, and any other terms the Commissioners Court or legal counsel may suggest; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Marco Montemayor, County Attorney] Issue: The rental contract for the community centers has not been revised or reviewed in many years. Solution: A revised, standard contract for rental of the community centers should be reviewed, revised, and/or adopted with a consideration of new terms including, but not limited to, rental amount, deposit amount and provisions for providing of security services in those situations where those services are required. Result: A new standardized rental contract should be adopted to meet the current needs of the county, the community centers, and the community of users.

Item 10

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

17. Discussion and possible action to approve an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Webb and The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. The agreement will provide for the implementation and enforcement of “Scofflaw”. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles will flag a vehicle which has an unpaid fine, thus allowing the Tax Assessor Collector to deny registration until all fines are paid. A deposit of $500.00 must be maintained in a non-interest bearing escrow account. The contract begins when fully executed and terminates Five (5) years from that date and authorizing the county Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

18. Discussion and possible action to approve an “Order Pertaining to County’s Scofflaw Program”, pursuant to Section 502.010 of the Texas Transportation Code. This allows the Commissioners Court of Webb County to impose an additional fee of Twenty Dollars and no cents ($20.00) to be collected by the County Tax-Assessor Collector to be used for the purposes specified in accordance with the law. That fee will be imposed for each fine, fee, tax or failure to appear owed to the county and authorizing the County judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Patricia Barrera, Webb County Tax Assessor-Collector]

19. Discussion and possible action to approve a new Federal Forfeiture Fund for the County Attorney to deposit forfeiture funds from the United States Department of Treasury Joint Law Enforcement Operation (JLEO); and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 23

Engineer

35. Discussion and possible action to approve the investment grade audit agreement from Schneider Electric for design upgrades to the chiller plant and energy conservation retrofit opportunities countywide through the County’s membership with the Inter-local Purchasing System contract No. 2032714; and have the County Judge sign all relevant documents. Issue: Central chiller plant and cooling towers are approaching its end of service life. Solution: Design and install new high efficiency central plant along with a county wide comprehensive solution to help offset the cost of the chiller plant and other equipment that is at its end of service life. Result: Daily operations with less down time, contingency plan, alternate chiller back up plan, multiple building and multiple chillers connected to system providing improved redundancy, and improved operational efficiency, cost of maintenance and operations is reduced, comfort and control enhanced, provide options for county wide utility savings to offset a portion of the cost.

Executive Session

Closed Session/Executive Session

Item 19

48. Status report by County Attorney’s Office regarding permitted leasing of E.J. Salinas Community Center to a private company with discussion and possible action to take appropriate disciplinary action for the director of the center; 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) and Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters)] [Requested by Leroy Medford, Commissioners Court Administrator]

49. Status report with discussion and possible action to designate the Webb County Attorney’s office as counsel on an appeal before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans for the remaining 42 U.S.C. 1983 claim in the alleged wrongful death case brought by Maria Escamilla, Indv. and as Representative of the Estate of Rafael Solis, Civil Action No. 5:11-CV-13, pending in the United States District Court, Southern District, Laredo Division and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(a) (Consultation with attorney regarding pending litigation)

50. Communications

Item 11

Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

20. Discussion and possible action to pay the 3% yearly longevity pay amount owed to the County Clerk back from January 2003 to present and to continue paying this longevity pay until the date of retirement. The 3% increase was approved by Commissioners Court in 2001 and voted to have the 3% longevity pay follow the employee. This was disregarded by the auditor. Included is to authorize the County Auditor to audit and come up with a dollar amount. Issue: In January 2003, the County Clerk's name was omitted from the list of employees who were given a 3% increase for their 15 years of service. Solution: To have the County Auditor conduct an audit and determine a dollar amount of what is owed. Result: The County Clerk will have what was rightfully earned in 2001.

Item 12

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

21. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1004-6022 Professional Services $3,000 $13,614.28 $10,614.28 To: 001-1004-6011 Training and Education $3,000 $1,145.43 $4,145.43 Issue: The current funds are insufficient to cover training needed during the remainder of the Fiscal Year. Solution: Transfer funds in the amount of $3,000.00 from the Professional Services account. Result: There will be enough funds to cover the needed training.

22. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1050-6031 Capital Murder $50,000 $133,539.85 $83,539.85 To: 001-1001-7001 Indigent Defense $30,000 $1,814.00 $31,814.00 001-1002-7001 Indigent Defense $20,000 $99.25 $20,099.25 Issue: The funds were incorrectly transferred to the 49th and 111th District Courts' 1050 Indigent Defense accounts. Solution: Allocate the funds to the respective court's Indigent Defense account. Result: The 49th and 111th District Courts will each be able to pay attorneys' vouchers submitted to them.

Item 13

Honorable Danny Dominguez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

23. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1045-6205 Material & Supplies $200 $648.65 $448.65 To: 001-1045-6402 Repair & Main.-Equip. $200 $100.00 $300.00 Issue: The following account will need funds to cover future expenses on maintenance to our TOSHIBA printer. Solution: The line item transfer will cover expenses for the remainder of the fiscal year. Result: This will allow our office to continue to run efficient and productive.

Items 14 & 15

Item 14

Item 15

Item 17

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

27. Discussion and possible action to approve the acceptance of a Fiscal Year 2013 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Supplemental Grant Award and budget from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $58,300 for the purchase of border security equipment; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents in all matters related to this grant; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any type of match. Issue: Local law enforcement working in international border communities must work within limited budgetary constraints to provide both proactive and responsive law enforcement services while transborder criminal organizations possess unlimited funding to access the latest technology and equipment to avoid detection/disruption of their activities utilizing their proceeds obtained through illegal but highly lucrative drug trafficking and other unlawful enterprises. Solution: Grant award to provide supplemental equipment to assist in combating illegal drug trafficking and provide enhanced border security for the residents/citizens of Laredo/Webb County. Result: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office and its sworn officer force will be equipped with needed new, updated technology, equipment, and supplies.

Item 18

Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

28. Discussion and possible action to approve the following refunds: a) The amount of 3,104.78 to Alfonso E Santos and San Isidro Northwest LTD Account #97761002020 as per Supplement 10 Certified 2014 correct square footage 1.5351 acres double assessed with account #97761002010 per amended plat for 2010 thru 2014. b) The amount of 6,835.13 to WRI Trautmann LP C/O Wilson & Franco Account #94730001040, #94730001050, #90230001035, #90230001060, #90230001070, #90230001110, #90230001093, #90230001095, #90230001096 as per Supplement 10 Certified 2014 adjust value per judgement Cause # 2013CV8001411-D1 District Court 49th District Judicial District for 2013. Issue: a) Account #97761002020 was adjusted by the Webb County Appraisal District due to correction in the square footage it generated a refund to be redistributed to Alfonso E Santos in the amount of $1,253.11 for the taxes he paid for years 2013 and 2014 and $1,851.67 for San Isidro Northwest LTD for the taxes they paid for years 2010, 2011 and 2012. b) Accounts #94730001040, #94730001050, # 90230001035, #90230001060, # 90230001070, #90230001110, #90230001093, #90230001095, #90230001096 were adjusted by the Webb County Appraisal District due to a correction in the value of the properties pursuant to the court's final determination in the Judgement Cause #2013CV001411-D-1. This adjustment resulted in an refund to WRI Trautmann, LP c/o Wilson & Franco. Solution: Refund said amounts to both entities for their over payment. Result: The monies will ultimately be reimbursed to the taxpayer.

Item 19

Bruni Community Center

30. Discussion and possible action to accept a donation in the amount of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) from ConocoPhillips to the South Texas Food Bank for the benefit of the Bruni Community Center's Kid's Café meal and snack program in Bruni, Texas; and any other matters incident thereto.

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-6108-5601 Administrative Travel $900 $900.00 $-0- To: 001-6108-6401 Repairs & Maint. Bldg. $900 $372.04 $1,272.04 Issue: Exhaust fans in both bathrooms are not working; need light bulbs for bathrooms and throughout center; need exterior lights replaced in the adjacent park and sprinkler heads need to be replaced in the Bruni and Oilton parks. Solution: All materials and repairs for the community center, Oilton and Bruni parks are paid from our Repairs & Maintenance Bldg. account. Line item transfer will help cover expenses. Result: Transfer of funds will help cover most of the expenses for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Item 20

Community Action Agency

32. Discussion and possible action to approve conducting Category "B" Elections to fill current vacancy as per the Governing Regulations of the Advisory Board of the Webb County Community Action Agency. (The Advisory Board shall be composed of membership that complies with the Community Services Block Grant-Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215). Election will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 for a Representative and Alternate for Area IX-Rio Bravo in the Rio Bravo Community Center, 1600 Orquidia @ 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Issue: To hold Elections to fill current vacancy for Representative and Alternate for Area IX-Rio Bravo. Solution: The Advisory Board shall be composed of membership that complies with the Community Services Block Grant-Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215. Result: Once the election is held CAA will comply with the Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215.

Item 21

Economic Development

33. Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County Economic Development Department to submit to Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Change Order No. 1 to the A Plus Plumbing Contractor contract for a decrease amount of Five Hundred Forty-Eight Dollars and No Cents ($548.00) for the Colonia Pueblo Nuevo House-to-Line Water & Sewer Connection Project TCDP #713015 and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documentation. This will not impact the general fund. Issue: At the time of solicitation, contractor projected a contract amount but when actual work was performed, the actual contract amount was determined after completing the homes. Solution: The change will adjust the construction contract and will be submitted to Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) for review and approval. Result: Construction Project of water & sewer connections in Colonia Pueblo Nuevo will be completed and closed out.

34. Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a Contract Amendment to Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) TCDP contract #713015 (Colonia Pueblo Nuevo House-to-Line Water & Sewer Connection Project) and the County of Webb to address objectives and number of homes receiving water & sewer services and authorizing the County Judge to sign a resolution to that affect and all other relevant documents. Issue: When grant application was submitted to the funding agency, 64 persons were projected to get assisted but upon completion of actual work, 40 persons got assisted to water & sewer services. Solution: The amendment will adjust the total number of beneficiaries on the Contracts Performance Statement (Exhibit A) with the number of total homes completed and names of streets. Result: Completion of project.

Item 24

Head Start

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots: Slot # Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods 1109 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 1703 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 1944 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 2193 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 1049 Associate Degree - Teacher Assistant $11.11 20 1045 Associate Degree - Teacher Assistant LISD $11.39 21 1139 Head Cook II $13.57 25 1007 Bachelor Degree - Teacher $14.64 20

Item 25

La Presa Community Center

37. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-6115-5601 Administrative Travel $900 $900 $0 To: 001-6115-6219-2 Goods for Public Events $900 $213 $1,113. Issue: The Goods for Public Events account is running low on funds. These monies are necessary to fund the La Presa Community Center's children summer camp and back to school events. Solution: Transfer additional monies into the account. Result: There will be enough funds for the center's public events.

Item 26

Purchasing

38. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to offer a One (1) year extension to the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-03 Annual Contract for Flexible Base-Brother’s Material LTD, Raymond Botello, Circle T Services, Bertha Aldrete, Manolo’s Ranch, Nora Lee Haynes Notzon, Zeus Construction, Bid 2015-05 Annual Contract for Auto Parts- Gonzalez Auto Parts (Primary), O’Reilly (Secondary) Bid 2015-15 Annual Contract for Oxygen, Acetylene, & Welding Supplies- Praxair (Primary), Tim’s (Secondary) Bid 2015-16 Annual Contract for Electrical Supplies- 3G Electric (Primary), CED (Secondary) Bid 201-17 Annual Contract for Maintenance and Service of Fire Extinguishers- ProFire Bid 2015-19 Annual Contract for Pharmaceutical Supplies- Diamond Drugs Bid 2015-22 Annual Contract for Light Bulbs & Lamps- 3G Electric (Primary), CED (Secondary) Bid 2015-23 Annual Contract for Auto Parts with Service out of shop- J.R. Martinez (Primary), Laredo Wholesale (Secondary), Rotex (Tertiary) Bid 2015-36 Annual contract for Maintenance & Service of Fire Suppression systems – ProFire Bid 2015-39 Annual contract for Welding Repair & Fabrication Services- Laredo Machine Shop (Primary), ABBA (Secondary) Bid 2015-42 Annual Contract for Auto Electrical Repair Service- A & S Electric RFP 2015-69 Annual Contract for Brakes & Rotors for Law Enforcement Vehicles –Gonzalez Auto Parts Bid 2015-71 Annual Contract for Improvements for Water House-to-line Connections –A+ Plumbing Issue: The above stated contracts are set to expire on September 30, 2015 Solution: Offer vendors a One (1) year extension contingent upon pricing remaining constant for the additional year. Result: Compliance of the law and purchasing efficiencies.

40. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following Annual Contracts; Bid 2016-40 Annual contract for Automatic Transmission Bid 2016-43 Annual Contract for Machine Shop Repair Bid 2016-57 Annual Contract for Refuse Collection Bid 2016-66 Annual contract for Aggregate 0010 Blend/73 Bin 1 Bid 2016-67 Annual Contract for Trap Rock 624 Grade 4 & 5 Bid 2016-68 Annual Contract for Auctioneering Services Bid 2016-71 Annual Contract for Vehicle Paint & Body work Issue: The extension period will expire September 30, 2015 for the above stated contracts Solution: Re-solicit Bids Result: Compliance of the Law.

41. Discussion and possible action to award the following Annual Contracts: Annual Contract for Car Washes to - Power Car Wash & Royal Laser Wash Annual Contract for Air Condition Repair (Out of Shop) to- Andy's Auto & Bus Air Annual Contract for Plumbing Supplies to- Clark Hardware Annual Contract for Customer Service Training to-Laredo Community College Issue: Most of the above stated contract will expire September 30, 2015 Solution: Solicit Bids and award new contracts Result: Compliance of the law, and purchasing efficiency

42. Discussion and possible action to purchase Microsoft licenses from SHI Government Solutions in pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program DIR-SDD-2503,in the amount of $85,090.00. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #749-0500-8801 (Bond Series 2013)] Issue: Software licenses are required for compliance purposes for server upgrades Solution: To purchase requested licenses Result: Webb County will be in compliance with software licensing requirements by Microsoft

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the installation of a hot spot (mobile internet access) for Agriculture Extension Agent in the amount of $37.89 per month. [Account #001-5001- 6010 (General Fund)] Issue: The hotspot is needed for computer. Solution: The hotspot will help the Agriculture Extension agent to work from home and on the field. Result: Internet access needed for computer to be able to work on any location.

44. Discussion and possible action to approve a Forty-Eight (48) month agreement for SnapTrends Software for the District Attorney's Office, pursuant to Section 262.024 Discretionary Exemptions (a) 7, Sole Source Texas Local Government Code, in the amount of $9,000.00 per year for Four (4) years. [Requested by Isidro Chilo Alaniz, District Attorney; Account #167-1100-6022 (Professional Services)]

45. Discussion and possible action to authorize the closing of the Central Store at an estimated savings of $20,000 currently used for office supplies inventory; closure would begin July 14, 2015 and would be complete at the end of the fiscal year. Issue: There is a diminished need for Webb County to have an inventory of office supplies. Departments have budgeted line items for these purchases and most supplies purchased are delivered within 24 hours. Oftentimes inventory will become old or outdated and becomes a loss to Webb County. The space occupied by the inventory is better used for temporary locked storage of delivered items. Solution: Closing the Central Store will provide a savings to Webb County at a time when budgets are tight. Result: Webb County will have better use of the physical space used by the Central Store and the savings will allow for better use of the funds tied up in inventory.

46. Discussion and possible action to dispose of office furniture, office equipment, salvage computer/computer parts/electronics as allowed in Texas Local Government Code 263.152(a); sell the identified items by competitive bid or auction and/or dispose of property by donating to a charitable organization or dispose of any property determined to become obsolete for future use. 16 – filing cabinets 1 – chalk board w/stand 2 – chalk boards 7 – wooden book shelf 2 – wooden cream color shelves w/desk 2 – poles for piñata w/rope 41 – desk chairs 19 – waiting area chairs w/arm rests 6 – storage cabinets (beige and grey) 21 – office desks 1 – metal table 3 Mowers 1 Trencher Issue: Equipment identified no longer meets its intended purpose efficiently (obsolete or not cost effective to repair). Solution: When feasible, sell equipment (as allowed by state law) to recover some of the cost or in other instances donate to charitable organizations. Result: Proceeds are deposited into Webb County accounts to offset future purchases.

47. Discussion and possible action to dispose of surplus or salvage property as allowed in Texas Local Government Code 263.152(1); sell the identified items by competitive bid or auction through CABCO. 1990 CHEVY 1GCDC1426L2265190 1996 GMC BUS 1GDHG31K8TF504907 1997 FORD 1FTDX176XVNA61802 2001 FORD F-150 1FTRX17W61G1NB01003 2002 FORD VAN 1FTRE14W52HA65461 2000 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP7WXYX173575 2003 FORD TRUCK 1FTRF17W63NA93409 2002 FORD TAURUS 1FAFP53U72A162423 2002 FORD TRUCK 1FTNX20L92EC58255 1974 AMERICAN LA FRANCE NHF29510425625 2004 FORD VAN 1FTRE14W24HB43018 1999 FORD TAURUS 1FAFP53U5XG176681 2000 FORD TRUCK 1FTRX17W8YNC12498 2003 FORD TAURUS 1FAHP53693G165797 1997 FORD TRUCK 1FTJW35H7TEB77767 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 3GNEC16Z32G144690 1997 FORD TRUCK 1FTDX176XVNA61802 2000 CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W8YX145906 2004 INT’L TRUCK 1HTMPAFM44H612919 2006 CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71WXYZ213218 1982 INT. VAN 1FDJE37LICHB22892 2005 PTRBLT- TRACTOR 1XPFDU9X15D846609 1991 FORD VAN 1FBJS3187MHA20276 2005 FORD INTERCEPTOR 2FAFPN1W1SX129719 1991 FORD AEROSTAR 1FMACAIIU0MZA93455 2005 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W55X159368 1991 DODGE MINI VAN 2B5WB35Z1MK440917 2005 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W85X148625 1994 FORD VAN 1FBJS31H4RHA75694 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAHP71V89X135524 1994 FORD VAN 1FBJS31H6RHA75695 2004 FORD F-150 1FTPX14534FA02673 1994 FORD AEROSTAR 1FMCA11U3XA86345 1997 FORD TRUCK 1FTEF17L4VNS22824 1996 GMC PICK UP 1GDG6HIP5TJ511480 Issue: Vehicles have been identified by department and or motor pool as no longer viable (too costly to maintain). Solution: When feasible, sell equipment (as allowed by state law) to recover some of the cost. Result: Proceeds are deposited into Webb County accounts to offset future purchases.

Item 5.16 (Part 2 of 2)

Discussion and possible action to transfer and allocate county personnel savings funds for the month of June 2015, in the amount of THREE HUNDRED SIXTY THOUSAND ($360,000.00) DOLLARS, into account #603-0101-8801 (Capital Outlay) and account #604-0101-8801 (Building Improvement); with further action to approve an allocation of funds into account #001-0109-6203-3 (Contingency Fund); and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 26.39

Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe(s) from Holiday Chevrolet DBA Johnson - Grayson Automotive Group for the Sheriff's Department pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.103 Sub-chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program, State of Texas Contract #071-A1-2014/15 in the amount of $79,963.50; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Sheriff; Account #603-0101-8801] [Co-Sponsored by Tano Tijerina, County Judge] Issue: Two unit with excessively high mileage need to be replaced; Unit 27-02 (179,665 miles) and Unit 27-48 (219,326 miles). Solution: Purchase 2 new units to replace existing units listed above through Capital outlay funds (603 Fund). Result: Remove high mileage units from fleet, reducing vehicle maintenance costs and improve Officer/Community safety.

Item 51

Jul 13, 2015 Commissioners Court Meeting

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JULY 13, 2015 9:00 a.m.

Item 1

CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Approval of Minutes for June 22, 2015

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. 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 3.6

Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of July 12th-19th, 2015 as Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week.

Item 5.11

Presentation by LiftFund, a non-profit lender, to announce the availability of funding to open small businesses in the Webb County area.

Item 3

Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

7. Discussion and possible action to consider the use of Survey Monkey, a computer based survey program, to aid in evaluating Webb County department heads and or directors in their evaluation process. This tool will only serve as an additional information to help guide the Commissioner’s Court in making determinations when evaluating the department head and or director. The evaluation will not be based solely on the information gained on this survey.

Items 4.8, 5.16 (Part 1 of 2) & 16

Item 4.8

Item 5.16

Item 16

Item 4

Honorable Frank J. Sciaraffa, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

9. 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: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1915 Commissioner's Assistant $20.38 - $21.42 18/A-E

Item 5

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

10. Discussion and possible action to accept a funding increase Amendment #2 of ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-FIVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FOUR DOLLARS ($135,234.00) to the PY 2015 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) grant Contract #58150002130 from the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA). This amendment will increase the Program Year 2015 CEAP Contract funding from ONE MILLION ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED SIXTY-TWO DOLLARS ($1,126,862.00) to ONE MILLION TWO HUNDRED SIXTY-TWO THOUSAND AND NINETY-SIX DOLLARS ($1,262,096.00), and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

12. Discussion and possible action to approve the connection of a street light on Hwy. 359 at the entrance to the Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision. Installation/activation and monthly utility fees to be paid from the general fund utilities account. [Account #001-0109]

Item 6

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

13. Discussion and possible action to approve a Thirty-six (36) month equipment lease or purchase agreement with RDO Equipment Co. for a 2015 John Deere 333E tractor and 2015 Blue Diamond Cutter/Mower, in an amount not to exceed $85,173.47, for the Road and Bridge department; subject to BuyBoard contract #424-13; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #010-9501-3826, Other Financing Sources]

Item 7

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

14. Discussion and possible action to authorize the development and submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Community Enhancement Fund in an amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for the construction of a Fire Sub-Station; and authorizing the County Judge to act as the County's Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in the Community Enhancement Fund. This grant application will have a cash match not to exceed $35,000 (or 10%) and will not impact the Webb County General Fund. The cash match will be contributed from 2013 Bond Series Account #740-0204-8801.

Item 8

Commissioners Court Administrator

15. Discussion and possible action to review, revise, and/or adopt the contract for rental of the community centers owned by Webb County to include reconsideration of rental amounts, deposit amount, security officer requirements, and any other terms the Commissioners Court or legal counsel may suggest; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Marco Montemayor, County Attorney] Issue: The rental contract for the community centers has not been revised or reviewed in many years. Solution: A revised, standard contract for rental of the community centers should be reviewed, revised, and/or adopted with a consideration of new terms including, but not limited to, rental amount, deposit amount and provisions for providing of security services in those situations where those services are required. Result: A new standardized rental contract should be adopted to meet the current needs of the county, the community centers, and the community of users.

Item 10

Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

17. Discussion and possible action to approve an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Webb and The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. The agreement will provide for the implementation and enforcement of “Scofflaw”. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles will flag a vehicle which has an unpaid fine, thus allowing the Tax Assessor Collector to deny registration until all fines are paid. A deposit of $500.00 must be maintained in a non-interest bearing escrow account. The contract begins when fully executed and terminates Five (5) years from that date and authorizing the county Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.

18. Discussion and possible action to approve an “Order Pertaining to County’s Scofflaw Program”, pursuant to Section 502.010 of the Texas Transportation Code. This allows the Commissioners Court of Webb County to impose an additional fee of Twenty Dollars and no cents ($20.00) to be collected by the County Tax-Assessor Collector to be used for the purposes specified in accordance with the law. That fee will be imposed for each fine, fee, tax or failure to appear owed to the county and authorizing the County judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Patricia Barrera, Webb County Tax Assessor-Collector]

19. Discussion and possible action to approve a new Federal Forfeiture Fund for the County Attorney to deposit forfeiture funds from the United States Department of Treasury Joint Law Enforcement Operation (JLEO); and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 23

Engineer

35. Discussion and possible action to approve the investment grade audit agreement from Schneider Electric for design upgrades to the chiller plant and energy conservation retrofit opportunities countywide through the County’s membership with the Inter-local Purchasing System contract No. 2032714; and have the County Judge sign all relevant documents. Issue: Central chiller plant and cooling towers are approaching its end of service life. Solution: Design and install new high efficiency central plant along with a county wide comprehensive solution to help offset the cost of the chiller plant and other equipment that is at its end of service life. Result: Daily operations with less down time, contingency plan, alternate chiller back up plan, multiple building and multiple chillers connected to system providing improved redundancy, and improved operational efficiency, cost of maintenance and operations is reduced, comfort and control enhanced, provide options for county wide utility savings to offset a portion of the cost.

Executive Session

Closed Session/Executive Session

Item 19

48. Status report by County Attorney’s Office regarding permitted leasing of E.J. Salinas Community Center to a private company with discussion and possible action to take appropriate disciplinary action for the director of the center; 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) and Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters)] [Requested by Leroy Medford, Commissioners Court Administrator]

49. Status report with discussion and possible action to designate the Webb County Attorney’s office as counsel on an appeal before the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans for the remaining 42 U.S.C. 1983 claim in the alleged wrongful death case brought by Maria Escamilla, Indv. and as Representative of the Estate of Rafael Solis, Civil Action No. 5:11-CV-13, pending in the United States District Court, Southern District, Laredo Division and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(a) (Consultation with attorney regarding pending litigation)

50. Communications

Item 11

Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

20. Discussion and possible action to pay the 3% yearly longevity pay amount owed to the County Clerk back from January 2003 to present and to continue paying this longevity pay until the date of retirement. The 3% increase was approved by Commissioners Court in 2001 and voted to have the 3% longevity pay follow the employee. This was disregarded by the auditor. Included is to authorize the County Auditor to audit and come up with a dollar amount. Issue: In January 2003, the County Clerk's name was omitted from the list of employees who were given a 3% increase for their 15 years of service. Solution: To have the County Auditor conduct an audit and determine a dollar amount of what is owed. Result: The County Clerk will have what was rightfully earned in 2001.

Item 12

Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

21. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1004-6022 Professional Services $3,000 $13,614.28 $10,614.28 To: 001-1004-6011 Training and Education $3,000 $1,145.43 $4,145.43 Issue: The current funds are insufficient to cover training needed during the remainder of the Fiscal Year. Solution: Transfer funds in the amount of $3,000.00 from the Professional Services account. Result: There will be enough funds to cover the needed training.

22. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1050-6031 Capital Murder $50,000 $133,539.85 $83,539.85 To: 001-1001-7001 Indigent Defense $30,000 $1,814.00 $31,814.00 001-1002-7001 Indigent Defense $20,000 $99.25 $20,099.25 Issue: The funds were incorrectly transferred to the 49th and 111th District Courts' 1050 Indigent Defense accounts. Solution: Allocate the funds to the respective court's Indigent Defense account. Result: The 49th and 111th District Courts will each be able to pay attorneys' vouchers submitted to them.

Item 13

Honorable Danny Dominguez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

23. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1045-6205 Material & Supplies $200 $648.65 $448.65 To: 001-1045-6402 Repair & Main.-Equip. $200 $100.00 $300.00 Issue: The following account will need funds to cover future expenses on maintenance to our TOSHIBA printer. Solution: The line item transfer will cover expenses for the remainder of the fiscal year. Result: This will allow our office to continue to run efficient and productive.

Items 14 & 15

Item 14

Item 15

Item 17

Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

27. Discussion and possible action to approve the acceptance of a Fiscal Year 2013 Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) Supplemental Grant Award and budget from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $58,300 for the purchase of border security equipment; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents in all matters related to this grant; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any type of match. Issue: Local law enforcement working in international border communities must work within limited budgetary constraints to provide both proactive and responsive law enforcement services while transborder criminal organizations possess unlimited funding to access the latest technology and equipment to avoid detection/disruption of their activities utilizing their proceeds obtained through illegal but highly lucrative drug trafficking and other unlawful enterprises. Solution: Grant award to provide supplemental equipment to assist in combating illegal drug trafficking and provide enhanced border security for the residents/citizens of Laredo/Webb County. Result: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office and its sworn officer force will be equipped with needed new, updated technology, equipment, and supplies.

Item 18

Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

28. Discussion and possible action to approve the following refunds: a) The amount of 3,104.78 to Alfonso E Santos and San Isidro Northwest LTD Account #97761002020 as per Supplement 10 Certified 2014 correct square footage 1.5351 acres double assessed with account #97761002010 per amended plat for 2010 thru 2014. b) The amount of 6,835.13 to WRI Trautmann LP C/O Wilson & Franco Account #94730001040, #94730001050, #90230001035, #90230001060, #90230001070, #90230001110, #90230001093, #90230001095, #90230001096 as per Supplement 10 Certified 2014 adjust value per judgement Cause # 2013CV8001411-D1 District Court 49th District Judicial District for 2013. Issue: a) Account #97761002020 was adjusted by the Webb County Appraisal District due to correction in the square footage it generated a refund to be redistributed to Alfonso E Santos in the amount of $1,253.11 for the taxes he paid for years 2013 and 2014 and $1,851.67 for San Isidro Northwest LTD for the taxes they paid for years 2010, 2011 and 2012. b) Accounts #94730001040, #94730001050, # 90230001035, #90230001060, # 90230001070, #90230001110, #90230001093, #90230001095, #90230001096 were adjusted by the Webb County Appraisal District due to a correction in the value of the properties pursuant to the court's final determination in the Judgement Cause #2013CV001411-D-1. This adjustment resulted in an refund to WRI Trautmann, LP c/o Wilson & Franco. Solution: Refund said amounts to both entities for their over payment. Result: The monies will ultimately be reimbursed to the taxpayer.

Item 19

Bruni Community Center

30. Discussion and possible action to accept a donation in the amount of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) from ConocoPhillips to the South Texas Food Bank for the benefit of the Bruni Community Center's Kid's Café meal and snack program in Bruni, Texas; and any other matters incident thereto.

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-6108-5601 Administrative Travel $900 $900.00 $-0- To: 001-6108-6401 Repairs & Maint. Bldg. $900 $372.04 $1,272.04 Issue: Exhaust fans in both bathrooms are not working; need light bulbs for bathrooms and throughout center; need exterior lights replaced in the adjacent park and sprinkler heads need to be replaced in the Bruni and Oilton parks. Solution: All materials and repairs for the community center, Oilton and Bruni parks are paid from our Repairs & Maintenance Bldg. account. Line item transfer will help cover expenses. Result: Transfer of funds will help cover most of the expenses for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Item 20

Community Action Agency

32. Discussion and possible action to approve conducting Category "B" Elections to fill current vacancy as per the Governing Regulations of the Advisory Board of the Webb County Community Action Agency. (The Advisory Board shall be composed of membership that complies with the Community Services Block Grant-Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215). Election will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 for a Representative and Alternate for Area IX-Rio Bravo in the Rio Bravo Community Center, 1600 Orquidia @ 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Issue: To hold Elections to fill current vacancy for Representative and Alternate for Area IX-Rio Bravo. Solution: The Advisory Board shall be composed of membership that complies with the Community Services Block Grant-Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215. Result: Once the election is held CAA will comply with the Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215.

Item 21

Economic Development

33. Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County Economic Development Department to submit to Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Change Order No. 1 to the A Plus Plumbing Contractor contract for a decrease amount of Five Hundred Forty-Eight Dollars and No Cents ($548.00) for the Colonia Pueblo Nuevo House-to-Line Water & Sewer Connection Project TCDP #713015 and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documentation. This will not impact the general fund. Issue: At the time of solicitation, contractor projected a contract amount but when actual work was performed, the actual contract amount was determined after completing the homes. Solution: The change will adjust the construction contract and will be submitted to Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) for review and approval. Result: Construction Project of water & sewer connections in Colonia Pueblo Nuevo will be completed and closed out.

34. Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a Contract Amendment to Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) TCDP contract #713015 (Colonia Pueblo Nuevo House-to-Line Water & Sewer Connection Project) and the County of Webb to address objectives and number of homes receiving water & sewer services and authorizing the County Judge to sign a resolution to that affect and all other relevant documents. Issue: When grant application was submitted to the funding agency, 64 persons were projected to get assisted but upon completion of actual work, 40 persons got assisted to water & sewer services. Solution: The amendment will adjust the total number of beneficiaries on the Contracts Performance Statement (Exhibit A) with the number of total homes completed and names of streets. Result: Completion of project.

Item 24

Head Start

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots: Slot # Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods 1109 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 1703 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 1944 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 2193 Part Time Substitute $8.38 20 1049 Associate Degree - Teacher Assistant $11.11 20 1045 Associate Degree - Teacher Assistant LISD $11.39 21 1139 Head Cook II $13.57 25 1007 Bachelor Degree - Teacher $14.64 20

Item 25

La Presa Community Center

37. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-6115-5601 Administrative Travel $900 $900 $0 To: 001-6115-6219-2 Goods for Public Events $900 $213 $1,113. Issue: The Goods for Public Events account is running low on funds. These monies are necessary to fund the La Presa Community Center's children summer camp and back to school events. Solution: Transfer additional monies into the account. Result: There will be enough funds for the center's public events.

Item 26

Purchasing

38. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to offer a One (1) year extension to the following annual contracts: Bid 2015-03 Annual Contract for Flexible Base-Brother’s Material LTD, Raymond Botello, Circle T Services, Bertha Aldrete, Manolo’s Ranch, Nora Lee Haynes Notzon, Zeus Construction, Bid 2015-05 Annual Contract for Auto Parts- Gonzalez Auto Parts (Primary), O’Reilly (Secondary) Bid 2015-15 Annual Contract for Oxygen, Acetylene, & Welding Supplies- Praxair (Primary), Tim’s (Secondary) Bid 2015-16 Annual Contract for Electrical Supplies- 3G Electric (Primary), CED (Secondary) Bid 201-17 Annual Contract for Maintenance and Service of Fire Extinguishers- ProFire Bid 2015-19 Annual Contract for Pharmaceutical Supplies- Diamond Drugs Bid 2015-22 Annual Contract for Light Bulbs & Lamps- 3G Electric (Primary), CED (Secondary) Bid 2015-23 Annual Contract for Auto Parts with Service out of shop- J.R. Martinez (Primary), Laredo Wholesale (Secondary), Rotex (Tertiary) Bid 2015-36 Annual contract for Maintenance & Service of Fire Suppression systems – ProFire Bid 2015-39 Annual contract for Welding Repair & Fabrication Services- Laredo Machine Shop (Primary), ABBA (Secondary) Bid 2015-42 Annual Contract for Auto Electrical Repair Service- A & S Electric RFP 2015-69 Annual Contract for Brakes & Rotors for Law Enforcement Vehicles –Gonzalez Auto Parts Bid 2015-71 Annual Contract for Improvements for Water House-to-line Connections –A+ Plumbing Issue: The above stated contracts are set to expire on September 30, 2015 Solution: Offer vendors a One (1) year extension contingent upon pricing remaining constant for the additional year. Result: Compliance of the law and purchasing efficiencies.

40. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit bids for the following Annual Contracts; Bid 2016-40 Annual contract for Automatic Transmission Bid 2016-43 Annual Contract for Machine Shop Repair Bid 2016-57 Annual Contract for Refuse Collection Bid 2016-66 Annual contract for Aggregate 0010 Blend/73 Bin 1 Bid 2016-67 Annual Contract for Trap Rock 624 Grade 4 & 5 Bid 2016-68 Annual Contract for Auctioneering Services Bid 2016-71 Annual Contract for Vehicle Paint & Body work Issue: The extension period will expire September 30, 2015 for the above stated contracts Solution: Re-solicit Bids Result: Compliance of the Law.

41. Discussion and possible action to award the following Annual Contracts: Annual Contract for Car Washes to - Power Car Wash & Royal Laser Wash Annual Contract for Air Condition Repair (Out of Shop) to- Andy's Auto & Bus Air Annual Contract for Plumbing Supplies to- Clark Hardware Annual Contract for Customer Service Training to-Laredo Community College Issue: Most of the above stated contract will expire September 30, 2015 Solution: Solicit Bids and award new contracts Result: Compliance of the law, and purchasing efficiency

42. Discussion and possible action to purchase Microsoft licenses from SHI Government Solutions in pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program DIR-SDD-2503,in the amount of $85,090.00. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #749-0500-8801 (Bond Series 2013)] Issue: Software licenses are required for compliance purposes for server upgrades Solution: To purchase requested licenses Result: Webb County will be in compliance with software licensing requirements by Microsoft

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the installation of a hot spot (mobile internet access) for Agriculture Extension Agent in the amount of $37.89 per month. [Account #001-5001- 6010 (General Fund)] Issue: The hotspot is needed for computer. Solution: The hotspot will help the Agriculture Extension agent to work from home and on the field. Result: Internet access needed for computer to be able to work on any location.

44. Discussion and possible action to approve a Forty-Eight (48) month agreement for SnapTrends Software for the District Attorney's Office, pursuant to Section 262.024 Discretionary Exemptions (a) 7, Sole Source Texas Local Government Code, in the amount of $9,000.00 per year for Four (4) years. [Requested by Isidro Chilo Alaniz, District Attorney; Account #167-1100-6022 (Professional Services)]

45. Discussion and possible action to authorize the closing of the Central Store at an estimated savings of $20,000 currently used for office supplies inventory; closure would begin July 14, 2015 and would be complete at the end of the fiscal year. Issue: There is a diminished need for Webb County to have an inventory of office supplies. Departments have budgeted line items for these purchases and most supplies purchased are delivered within 24 hours. Oftentimes inventory will become old or outdated and becomes a loss to Webb County. The space occupied by the inventory is better used for temporary locked storage of delivered items. Solution: Closing the Central Store will provide a savings to Webb County at a time when budgets are tight. Result: Webb County will have better use of the physical space used by the Central Store and the savings will allow for better use of the funds tied up in inventory.

46. Discussion and possible action to dispose of office furniture, office equipment, salvage computer/computer parts/electronics as allowed in Texas Local Government Code 263.152(a); sell the identified items by competitive bid or auction and/or dispose of property by donating to a charitable organization or dispose of any property determined to become obsolete for future use. 16 – filing cabinets 1 – chalk board w/stand 2 – chalk boards 7 – wooden book shelf 2 – wooden cream color shelves w/desk 2 – poles for piñata w/rope 41 – desk chairs 19 – waiting area chairs w/arm rests 6 – storage cabinets (beige and grey) 21 – office desks 1 – metal table 3 Mowers 1 Trencher Issue: Equipment identified no longer meets its intended purpose efficiently (obsolete or not cost effective to repair). Solution: When feasible, sell equipment (as allowed by state law) to recover some of the cost or in other instances donate to charitable organizations. Result: Proceeds are deposited into Webb County accounts to offset future purchases.

47. Discussion and possible action to dispose of surplus or salvage property as allowed in Texas Local Government Code 263.152(1); sell the identified items by competitive bid or auction through CABCO. 1990 CHEVY 1GCDC1426L2265190 1996 GMC BUS 1GDHG31K8TF504907 1997 FORD 1FTDX176XVNA61802 2001 FORD F-150 1FTRX17W61G1NB01003 2002 FORD VAN 1FTRE14W52HA65461 2000 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP7WXYX173575 2003 FORD TRUCK 1FTRF17W63NA93409 2002 FORD TAURUS 1FAFP53U72A162423 2002 FORD TRUCK 1FTNX20L92EC58255 1974 AMERICAN LA FRANCE NHF29510425625 2004 FORD VAN 1FTRE14W24HB43018 1999 FORD TAURUS 1FAFP53U5XG176681 2000 FORD TRUCK 1FTRX17W8YNC12498 2003 FORD TAURUS 1FAHP53693G165797 1997 FORD TRUCK 1FTJW35H7TEB77767 2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 3GNEC16Z32G144690 1997 FORD TRUCK 1FTDX176XVNA61802 2000 CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W8YX145906 2004 INT’L TRUCK 1HTMPAFM44H612919 2006 CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71WXYZ213218 1982 INT. VAN 1FDJE37LICHB22892 2005 PTRBLT- TRACTOR 1XPFDU9X15D846609 1991 FORD VAN 1FBJS3187MHA20276 2005 FORD INTERCEPTOR 2FAFPN1W1SX129719 1991 FORD AEROSTAR 1FMACAIIU0MZA93455 2005 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W55X159368 1991 DODGE MINI VAN 2B5WB35Z1MK440917 2005 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W85X148625 1994 FORD VAN 1FBJS31H4RHA75694 2009 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAHP71V89X135524 1994 FORD VAN 1FBJS31H6RHA75695 2004 FORD F-150 1FTPX14534FA02673 1994 FORD AEROSTAR 1FMCA11U3XA86345 1997 FORD TRUCK 1FTEF17L4VNS22824 1996 GMC PICK UP 1GDG6HIP5TJ511480 Issue: Vehicles have been identified by department and or motor pool as no longer viable (too costly to maintain). Solution: When feasible, sell equipment (as allowed by state law) to recover some of the cost. Result: Proceeds are deposited into Webb County accounts to offset future purchases.

Item 5.16 (Part 2 of 2)

Item 26.39

Discussion and possible action to purchase Two (2) 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe(s) from Holiday Chevrolet DBA Johnson - Grayson Automotive Group for the Sheriff's Department pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.103 Sub-chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program, State of Texas Contract #071-A1-2014/15 in the amount of $79,963.50; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Sheriff; Account #603-0101-8801] [Co-Sponsored by Tano Tijerina, County Judge] Issue: Two unit with excessively high mileage need to be replaced; Unit 27-02 (179,665 miles) and Unit 27-48 (219,326 miles). Solution: Purchase 2 new units to replace existing units listed above through Capital outlay funds (603 Fund). Result: Remove high mileage units from fleet, reducing vehicle maintenance costs and improve Officer/Community safety.

Item 51

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JULY 13, 2015 9:00 a.m.

Item 1 CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Approval of Minutes for June 22, 2015

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Item 3 Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

Items 4.8, 5.16 (Part 1 of 2) & 16

Item 16

Item 4 Honorable Frank J. Sciaraffa, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

9. 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: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1915 Commissioner's Assistant $20.38 - $21.42 18/A-E

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

12. Discussion and possible action to approve the connection of a street light on Hwy. 359 at the entrance to the Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision. Installation/activation and monthly utility fees to be paid from the general fund utilities account. [Account #001-0109]

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

Item 7 Honorable Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4

Item 8 Commissioners Court Administrator

Item 10 Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

19. Discussion and possible action to approve a new Federal Forfeiture Fund for the County Attorney to deposit forfeiture funds from the United States Department of Treasury Joint Law Enforcement Operation (JLEO); and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 23 Engineer

Executive Session Closed Session/Executive Session

Item 19

50. Communications

Item 11 Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

Item 12 Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

Item 13 Honorable Danny Dominguez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

Items 14 & 15

Item 14

Item 15

Item 17 Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 18 Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

Item 19 Bruni Community Center

30. Discussion and possible action to accept a donation in the amount of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) from ConocoPhillips to the South Texas Food Bank for the benefit of the Bruni Community Center's Kid's Café meal and snack program in Bruni, Texas; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 20 Community Action Agency

Item 21 Economic Development

Item 24 Head Start

Item 25 La Presa Community Center

Item 26 Purchasing

Item 51

Jul 13, 2015 Commissioners Court Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JULY 13, 2015 9:00 a.m.

Item 1 CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance

3. Approval of Minutes for June 22, 2015

4. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

Item 3 Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

Items 4.8, 5.16 (Part 1 of 2) & 16

Item 16

Item 4 Honorable Frank J. Sciaraffa, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

9. 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: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1915 Commissioner's Assistant $20.38 - $21.42 18/A-E

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

12. Discussion and possible action to approve the connection of a street light on Hwy. 359 at the entrance to the Pueblo Nuevo Subdivision. Installation/activation and monthly utility fees to be paid from the general fund utilities account. [Account #001-0109]

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

Item 7 Honorable Jaime A. Canales, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4

Item 8 Commissioners Court Administrator

Item 10 Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

19. Discussion and possible action to approve a new Federal Forfeiture Fund for the County Attorney to deposit forfeiture funds from the United States Department of Treasury Joint Law Enforcement Operation (JLEO); and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 23 Engineer

Executive Session Closed Session/Executive Session

Item 19

50. Communications

Item 11 Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

Item 12 Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

Item 13 Honorable Danny Dominguez, Justice of the Peace Pct. 2 Pl. 2

Items 14 & 15

Item 14

Item 15

Item 17 Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

Item 18 Honorable Patricia A. Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

Item 19 Bruni Community Center

30. Discussion and possible action to accept a donation in the amount of ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00) from ConocoPhillips to the South Texas Food Bank for the benefit of the Bruni Community Center's Kid's Café meal and snack program in Bruni, Texas; and any other matters incident thereto.

Item 20 Community Action Agency

Item 21 Economic Development

Item 24 Head Start

Item 25 La Presa Community Center

Item 26 Purchasing

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