CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE
Commissioners Court Administrator
Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney
Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
Administrative Services
Building Maintenance
Casa Blanca Golf Course
Community Action Agency
Economic Development
Engineer
Head Start
Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution for the Laredo of Tomorrow Coalition whose mission is to work with the citizens of Laredo/Webb County to develop a healthier, better educated community committed to improving their quality of life.
Discussion and possible action to proclaim November 19, 2015 as National Parental Involvement Day in Webb County, Texas.
Discussion and possible action to approve the increase of the amount of Purchase Order 16-0000166 for ASTEX Environmental Services, Inc., in the amount of $470.00 (from $11,490.00 to $11,960.00) for the state required asbestos abatement air monitoring and project management during the demolition of the Webb County Courthouse Annex Building located at 1001 Houston Street. [Account #604-0101-8103 (Building Improvements)] Issue: On September 28, 2015, Commissioner Court approved Agenda Item #71 for a licensed asbestos air monitoring services project manager to ensure the health and safety of the community during the demolition of the Webb County Courthouse Annex. Solution: Contracted the services of ASTEX Environmental Services, Inc. Result: Air monitoring, demolition and disposal was in compliance with all laws, rules and regulations.
Discussion and possible action to approve Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation's Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the Main Contract and Supplemental Work Authorization No. 9 to Work Authorization No. 1 for the International Blvd. Set of Plans of the Loop 20/International Blvd Project (CSJ 0086-14-051) to reflect additional hours for project management, modification of PS&E drawings, and conduct topography survey. These additions in scope of work will have a net change effect of $110,360.10 for a maximum amount payable of $3,472,084.40 of which 100% will be reimbursed by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) contingent on their approval; and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #644-8001-6022] Issue: Additional hours for project management for modifying IH 35 Plan Set, PS&E for 2014 Standard Manual, and Specification and Drainage Standards. Additionally, services to modify the IH 35 Package (CSJ: 0086-14-065), PS&E drawings to follow new pavement design provided by TxDOT, and services to conduct a survey of the existing topography east of International along the outside of the eastbound frontage road and the Right of Way. Solution: Approve an amendment to the Main Contract and Work Authorization to include additional services required and approved by TxDOT. Result: Include all additional necessary services as required and approved by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
Discussion and possible action to terminate professional services agreement with Totem, LLC., for project management services relating to the County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Program (C.T.I.F.). Issue: It has been determined that the project management services provided by the professional services contract with Totem, LLC are not necessary to successfully move forward with the County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Program. Plans, Specifications, and Engineering (PS&E) Services are already being completed by a professional engineering company and the grant management and administrative functions previously provided by Totem can be completed internally by county departments. Solution: Terminate contract with Totem, LLC that included grant management and administrative functions. Result: Funds saved will be allocated to project implementation costs rather than administrative expenses under the County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Program.
Discussion and possible action to award the following Annual Contract: Bid 2016-03 - Annual Contract for Flexible Base to- Buffalo Material (Mines Road) & Vision Drilling (South HWY83 & Oilton) Issue: We needed more vendors to participate in this bid in an effort to help Road and Bridge collect flexible base from an area closest to their job sites. Solution: Solicit additional bids Result: Compliance of the Law, Purchasing Efficiency, Road & Bridge Efficiency
Additional Item
Purchasing
Closed Session/Executive Session
CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE
Commissioners Court Administrator
Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney
Honorable Jesus Garza, County Court at Law 2 Judge
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
Administrative Services
Building Maintenance
Casa Blanca Golf Course
Community Action Agency
Economic Development
Engineer
Head Start
Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution for the Laredo of Tomorrow Coalition whose mission is to work with the citizens of Laredo/Webb County to develop a healthier, better educated community committed to improving their quality of life.
Discussion and possible action to proclaim November 19, 2015 as National Parental Involvement Day in Webb County, Texas.
Discussion and possible action to approve the increase of the amount of Purchase Order 16-0000166 for ASTEX Environmental Services, Inc., in the amount of $470.00 (from $11,490.00 to $11,960.00) for the state required asbestos abatement air monitoring and project management during the demolition of the Webb County Courthouse Annex Building located at 1001 Houston Street. [Account #604-0101-8103 (Building Improvements)] Issue: On September 28, 2015, Commissioner Court approved Agenda Item #71 for a licensed asbestos air monitoring services project manager to ensure the health and safety of the community during the demolition of the Webb County Courthouse Annex. Solution: Contracted the services of ASTEX Environmental Services, Inc. Result: Air monitoring, demolition and disposal was in compliance with all laws, rules and regulations.
Discussion and possible action to approve Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation's Supplemental Agreement No. 7 to the Main Contract and Supplemental Work Authorization No. 9 to Work Authorization No. 1 for the International Blvd. Set of Plans of the Loop 20/International Blvd Project (CSJ 0086-14-051) to reflect additional hours for project management, modification of PS&E drawings, and conduct topography survey. These additions in scope of work will have a net change effect of $110,360.10 for a maximum amount payable of $3,472,084.40 of which 100% will be reimbursed by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) contingent on their approval; and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #644-8001-6022] Issue: Additional hours for project management for modifying IH 35 Plan Set, PS&E for 2014 Standard Manual, and Specification and Drainage Standards. Additionally, services to modify the IH 35 Package (CSJ: 0086-14-065), PS&E drawings to follow new pavement design provided by TxDOT, and services to conduct a survey of the existing topography east of International along the outside of the eastbound frontage road and the Right of Way. Solution: Approve an amendment to the Main Contract and Work Authorization to include additional services required and approved by TxDOT. Result: Include all additional necessary services as required and approved by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
Discussion and possible action to terminate professional services agreement with Totem, LLC., for project management services relating to the County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Program (C.T.I.F.). Issue: It has been determined that the project management services provided by the professional services contract with Totem, LLC are not necessary to successfully move forward with the County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Program. Plans, Specifications, and Engineering (PS&E) Services are already being completed by a professional engineering company and the grant management and administrative functions previously provided by Totem can be completed internally by county departments. Solution: Terminate contract with Totem, LLC that included grant management and administrative functions. Result: Funds saved will be allocated to project implementation costs rather than administrative expenses under the County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Program.
Discussion and possible action to award the following Annual Contract: Bid 2016-03 - Annual Contract for Flexible Base to- Buffalo Material (Mines Road) & Vision Drilling (South HWY83 & Oilton) Issue: We needed more vendors to participate in this bid in an effort to help Road and Bridge collect flexible base from an area closest to their job sites. Solution: Solicit additional bids Result: Compliance of the Law, Purchasing Efficiency, Road & Bridge Efficiency
Additional Item
Purchasing
Closed Session/Executive Session