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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 SEPTEMBER 12, 2016 9:00 a.m.

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/Invocation

3. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

4. 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, individually or in a group, will be allowed a total of Three (3) minutes within which to make any/all public comments.

CONSENT AGENDA: At most meetings, the Commissioners Court establishes a Consent Agenda. It consists of those Agenda Items which are routine or non-controversial, and which neither a member of the Commissioners court has asked to be pulled for discussion. Once the Commissioners Court has established the Consent Agenda, Agenda Items included on it will be voted upon in one vote, and will not be discussed separately unless requested by the County Judge or Commissioners. The consent agenda has been created in order to give constituents the opportunity to view any and all pertinent backup information with reference to any item in the agenda. The objective of the consent agenda is for all Webb County constituents to be familiar with everyday county business and to demonstrate the transparency and fairness of this Commissioners Court. The following Agenda Items are of a routine nature, and the Commissioners Court has received supporting materials for consideration. All of these Agenda Items will be passed with one vote without being discussed separately, unless a member of the Commissioners Court or the public requests that a particular Agenda Item be discussed. If so, that Agenda Item will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and discussed as part of the regular Agenda at the appropriate time. One vote will approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda. CONSENT ITEMS

5. Community Action Agency

6. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

7. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

8. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Engineering

11. Head Start

12. Planning & Physical Development

13. Purchasing

14. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

15. Commissioners Court Administrator

23. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 1 of 2)

48. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Certificates of Obligation, Series 2016" authorizing a purchase contract and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

49. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016A" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

50. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B (forward delivery)" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

5. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

16. Discussion and possible action to continue paying grant funded personnel under CJD Grant No. 2466305, Region 2 Border Prosecution Unit Grant, for Thirty (30) days, until notification about grant continuation award from the Homeland Security Grants Division of the Governor's Office. All personnel cost will be reimburse with grant funds. Issue: Current grant funding expired August 31, 2016. The District Attorney’s Office has not received notice of award for new grant. Unless this item is approved, prosecutors working under said grant will not be paid after August 31, 2016. Solution: Grant a 30-day payroll extension for employees working under this grant. Result: The District Attorney’s Office will continue to improve quality of prosecuting criminals charged with border crimes as defined by Texas Government Code 772.007(a)(1).

Items 18 & 19

Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

7. Honorable Hector Liendo, Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 Pl. 1

8. Honorable Jose "Pepe" Salinas, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4

20. Discussion and possible action to authorize Commissioners Court to approve the continued payment of salary and fringe benefits for Thirty (30) days for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Juvenile Case Manager working on juvenile delinquency prevention, intervention, and diversion pending the receipt of grant continuation award (Grant Application No. 2904902) by the funding agency, effective at start of next pay period; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #314] Issue: Juvenile delinquency is a nationwide problem that negatively affects not only the delinquent youth and their families but also adversely impacts schools, neighborhoods, and the local community at large. In addition, youth at-risk for juvenile delinquency who enter into the juvenile justice system tend to face limited future career, educational, and other socio-economic prospects, especially in the South Texas area. Solution: Authorize the Office of the County Auditor to continue to pay the salary and fringe benefits of the juvenile case manager so that she may continue to provide needed prevention, diversion, and intervention strategies through the court of the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 in Laredo/Webb County area. Result: The Office of the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 will continue to provide constituents/citizens, families, and their at-risk youth with the needed case management services and diversion strategies to steer these at-risk juveniles from the juvenile and criminal justice system and keep the Laredo/Webb County community safer, help alleviate the overwhelmed juvenile/criminal justice system, and allow these youth to grow up to be more productive, successful citizens.

9. Indigent Healthcare Services

21. MOTION TO TEMPORARILY RECESS AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MOTION TO CONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION Discussion and possible action to authorize the issuance of a Public Notice that the Webb County Health Care Funding District Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, September 26, 2016 to establish the mandatory payment rate the Commission intends to require from local hospitals (institutional health care providers) during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 and how the revenue derived from those payments is to be spent. Notice of the Public Hearing will be published in a newspaper of general circulation (Laredo Morning Times) no later than the 10th day before the date of the hearing in accordance with Section 288.151, Chapter 288, Health and Safety Code; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: In accordance with Chapter 288 of the Health and Safety Code, the Webb County Health Care Funding District Commission must provide notice of their intent to hold a public hearing. Solution: By posting the notice in a newspaper of general circulation, Webb County will be in compliance with the notice requirements stated in Chapter 288 of the Health and Safety Code. Result: The local institutional health care providers (hospitals) will be provided with notice of the proposed hearing to establish the mandatory payment rate for FY 2016-2017. MOTION TO ADJOURN AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION MOTION TO RECONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT

10. Medical Examiner

22. 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 September 12, 2016: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2615 Medical Death Investigator $20.38 - 18/A Issue: Permission required to fill slot #2615 that became vacant on August 23, 2016. Solution: Fill job opening of vacant position. Result: The filling of Slot #2615 will alleviate overload and allow for efficiency and productivity of work with in the Medical Examiner's Office.

11. Administrative Services (Part 1 of 2)

23. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 816-0105-6038 Administrative Fees $3,223 $3,223 $0 816-0105-6040 Cobra Administration $900 $1,480 $580 816-0105-9201 Claims Paid Medical $60,000 $2,179,843 $2,119,843 $64,123 To: 816-0105-9202 Claims Paid Dental $64,123 $25,099 $89,222 Issue: There will not be enough funds to continue to pay dental claims for the remainder of the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Solution: By transferring funds to the Dental Claims paid account we will be able to pay any pending bills. Result: The account will not be in a deficit.

55. Discussion and possible action to rescind prior commissioners court action taken on August 22, 2016 (Item #25) approving the 2017 employee benefit plan rate adjustment for all eligible full-time employees and implement the 2016 employee benefit plan rate that was approved on September 28, 2015 (Item #65); and any other matters incident thereto.

54. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas.

53. Presentation by Jennifer E. Roby, Case Manager, Housing and Urban Development/Veteran Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) on the National Stand Down; with discussion and possible action to support the City of Laredo with this project by allowing the Veterans Transportation Program to provide assistance to local veterans to and from this event.

35. Presentation by Certified Public Accounting firms for RFQ 2016-003 "Financial Audit Services" with discussion and possible action to award based on qualifications, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto CPA Firms: a) Garza/Gonzalez & Associates b) Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP c) Whitley Penn, LLP Issue: Three (3) firms have submitted Request for Qualification documents to Webb County. All parties met the Purchasing deadline set through RFQ 2016-003. Solution: Allow firms to present their qualifications to Commissioners Court for consideration. Result: Evaluate and tabulate scores based on criteria in RFQ document and award to the most qualified firm on September the 12th or at a future regularly scheduled meeting.

11. Administrative Services (Part 2 of 2)

23. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 816-0105-6038 Administrative Fees $3,223 $3,223 $0 816-0105-6040 Cobra Administration $900 $1,480 $580 816-0105-9201 Claims Paid Medical $60,000 $2,179,843 $2,119,843 $64,123 To: 816-0105-9202 Claims Paid Dental $64,123 $25,099 $89,222 Issue: There will not be enough funds to continue to pay dental claims for the remainder of the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Solution: By transferring funds to the Dental Claims paid account we will be able to pay any pending bills. Result: The account will not be in a deficit.

Building Maintenance

24. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-0106-6502 Janitorial Supplies $5,835 $7,600.28 $1,765.28 To: 001-0106-6401 Repairs & Maint. Bldg. $5,835 $555.16 $6,390.16 Issue: The Justice Center is currently operating with only one elevator. It is urgent to transfer funds to the Repairs and Maintenance of Building account to repair the Justice Center Elevator #1 so that it can be fully operable. Solution: Authorize ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation to perform service to install submersible hydraulic pump motor, perform necessary wiring connections and mechanical adjustments. Test equipment for proper operation and return elevator to "Automatic" Service. Request Purchasing Department to issue an emergency purchase order to repair and replace hydraulic pump motor. Result: Restore Justice Center Elevator #1 to full "Automatic" operation.

13. Elections

25. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing and establishing the main, temporary branch, and mobile temporary branch early voting sites for the November 8, 2016 Joint General/Special Elections within Webb County, pursuant to Chapter 85, Texas Election Code

23. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 2 of 2)

48. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Certificates of Obligation, Series 2016" authorizing a purchase contract and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

49. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016A" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

50. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B (forward delivery)" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

14. Engineer

26. Discussion and possible action to purchase network products, cabling and installation from Intercom Communications Co. (Best value from quotes) in the amount of $6,340.00, for the new Fire Station. [Account #740-0200-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: When the New Fire Station (7210 E. Saunders Hwy 59) was designed, the network cabling and hardware were not part of the Construction contract, this is always provided by the county. The cables need to be in place in order for computers and telephones to be connected. Solution: Approval of selected vendors for the cabling/installation and purchase of hardware. Result: Building will be ready for connection of all telephones and computers.

Items 27 & 28

27. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 801-3001-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $8,000 $20,747 $12,747 To: 801-3002-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $6,000 $0 $6,000 801-3004-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $2,000 $75 $2,075 $8,000 Issue: Funds for Fuel & Lubricants have been exhausted due to increased water delivery to Colorado Acres via two tractor trucks operating 7 days per week. Requesting transfer of funds to have fuel available for the months of August and September 2016. Solution: Approve transfer to make funds available. Result: Continue operation.

28. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 801-3001-6407 Repair & Maint. Water $8,400 $8,405 $5.00 801-3004-6402 Repair & Maint. Equip. $12,500 $12,920 $420 $20,900 To: 801-3001-6402 Repair & Maint. Equip. $20,900 $1,118 $22,018 Issue: On July 25, 2016 Commissioners Court approved the contract to provide a three year extended warranty and preventive maintenance project to operate the UV Disinfection System including providing replacement bulbs; however, insufficient funds were identified in the Capital Outlay Water Utility Fund. Solution: Transfer funds from the Infrastructure Environment Fund to the Capital Outlay Water Utility fund to provide for issuing of Purchase Order for the maintenance project. Result: Issue PO to vendor, order materials and supplies to have them available when the UV Reactor installation has been completed.

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the ratification of an emergency services contract agreement with Enhance Environmental & Emergency Services, Inc., in the estimated amount of $3,500.00 (Emergency Purchase Order 16-0009092) for packing, pickup, storage, and disposal services associated with illegal dumping of hazardous chemicals on a county road that was reported on August 18, 2016; with further action to approve payment in the estimated amount of $3,500.00, subject to auditor's review. [Account #001-0109-6022 (Professional Services)] Issue: Three drums that contained a corrosive chemical were illegally dumped on Wormser Road. In order to prevent contamination and comply with the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality requirements, pick up and disposal services were requested on an emergency basis form the Enhance Environmental & Emergency Services, Inc. A short form service contract had to be signed by County Judge Tijerina in order for the company to complete the services and provide final invoice. Solution: Ratify the short form service contract. Result: Follow proper procurement and contractual procedures.

30. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of hardware from Insight Public Sector (DIR #TSO-2542) in the amount of $8,585.38; pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 271.101; Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Programs, for the New Fire Station. [Account #740-0200-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: When the New Fire Station (7210 E. Saunders Hwy 59) was designed, the network cabling and hardware were not part of the Construction Contract, this is always provided by the county. The cables need to be in place in order for computers and telephones to be connected. Solution: Approval of selected vendors for the cabling/installation and purchase of hardware. Result: Building will be ready for connection of all telephones and computers.

15. Pre-Trial Services

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1205-6402 Repairs & Maint. $400 $940.00 $540.00 To: 001-1205-6014 Equipment Rental $400 $151.20 $551.20 Issue: There is not enough funds to cover the monthly expense for August and September 2016, due to the new Toshiba contract rate. Solution: Transferring the funds will finish the fiscal budget year for line item 001-1205-6014. Result: Transferring the funds will allow for us to finish the budget year.

16. Purchasing

32. Discussion and possible to approve a Ninety (90) day extension to our current fuel provider, Arguindegui Oil (Bid 2016-01). Issue: Our contract for Fuel expires September 30, 2016. The Purchasing Department is currently in the process of soliciting bids for a new contract. Solution: Grant Thirty (30) day extension period, until a new contract is secured. Result: Purchasing efficiency; compliance of the law.

33. Discussion and possible action to offer a One (1) year extension to the following annual contracts: RFP 2015-98 - Annual Contract for Advertising on Buses - Hachar Bus Ads RFP 2015-31 - Annual Contract for Advertising (Outdoor Billboards) - Lamar Outdoor Bid 2016-68 - Annual Contract for Auctioneer's Services - Cabello Auctioneering Service. & Rod Robertson Enterprises RFP 2016-60 - Annual Contract for Food Commodities - Ben E. Keith & Labatt Food Service Bid 2016-96 - Annual Contract for Meats - Ben E. Keith & Labatt Food Service Bid 2016-38 - Annual Contract for Office Supplies - Executive Office Supplies, Patria Office Supplies, Office Depot, San Antonio Lighthouse for the blind. Bid 2016-93 - Annual Contract for Plumbing Repairs - Chavarria's Plumbing Inc. Bid 2016-26 - Annual Contract for Plumbing Supplies - Clark Hardware Bid 2016-57 - Annual Contract for Refuse Collection - Trashco Bid 2015-61 - Annual Contract for Tortillas - Exquisita Tortillas & Tortillas Santos Issue: Contracts listed above will expire September 30,2016 Solution: Extend contracts Result: Purchasing efficiency; compliance of the law

34. 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 September 12, 2016: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 0112 Purchase Order Payables Coordinator $16.73 14/A Issue: Employee resigned effective August 22, 2016. Effective October 2, 20161/16 the Purchasing department will be understaffed by 3 employees due to recent resignation and two (2) upcoming retirements effective September 30, 2016. Solution: Seek authorization from the Court to fill Slot #0112 (Purchase Order Payables Coordinator) effective October 1, 2016. Result: Fill Slot 0112 to help support Purchasing Department Operation.

17. Santa Teresita Community Center

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 011-6114-6205 Materials & Supplies $460 $1,842.28 $1,382.28 To: 001-6114-6403 Repairs & Maint. Vehicles $460 $158.58 $618.58

18. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

37. Discussion and possible action to approve the payment of fringe benefits for overtime paid by Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the amount of THREE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FIFTEEN DOLLARS ($3,215.00) based on the maximum reimbursement of FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000.00) per officer, per fiscal year from federal forfeiture fund 163 pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding between Homeland Security Investigations and the Webb County Attorney; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Marco A. Montemayor, County Attorney; Account #163-1101-6708 (Federal Forfeiture Funds)]

38. Discussion and possible action to enter into an Annual Application Software User-Based Annual Renewal Support Service Agreement with Hamer Enterprises and Webb County for the Webb County Tax Office for a period of Twelve (12) months (September 9, 2016 through September 8, 2017) for an annual cost of FOURTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINETY-SEVEN DOLLARS ($14,797.00) subject to annual budget appropriation, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Patricia A. Barrera, County Tax Assessor Collector; Account #001-0500-6411]

39. Discussion and possible action to ratify Master Grant Agreement #MGA-2017-2021WEBB CO. with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, wherein Webb County accepts said Agreement for and on behalf of Webb County C.A.A. El Aguila Rural Transportation program and to accept a federal grant in an amount of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-SEVEN THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED, THIRTY-TWO DOLLARS ($287,532.00) and a state grant in an amount of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-THREE THOUSAND, ONE HUNDRED, TEN DOLLARS ($283,110.00) pursuant to said Master Grant Agreement, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents.

Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

40. Public hearing to consider and discuss Archival Plan Fiscal Year 2016-2017 for funding the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.0216. [Account #005-1120] CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

41. Discussion and possible action to approve the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 County Clerk's Archival Plan for funding the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.0216. [Account #005-1120]

Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

42. Public hearing pursuant to Texas Government Code 51.305 to consider and discuss a plan for the preservation and restoration of the District Court records archive pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 51, Subchapter D. The plan includes a provision to impose a Records Archive Fee $10.00 to preserve and restore district court records, effective January 1, 2017. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the Preservation and Restoration Records Archive Plan for the District Clerk of Webb County, including the imposition of a $10.00 fee for documents filed with the District Clerk, effective January 1, 2017; and any other matters incident thereto.

21. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

44. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the year (2016-2017) with HSI/ICE Enforcement Task Force for payment of overtime fringe benefits associated with Constable Harold Devally's, Pct. 4, Deputy assigned to the HSI/ICE Task Force. The fringe benefits of $3,698.00 will be covered by Constable Pct. 4 Federal Forfeiture Fund #171-2502-3351. HSI/ICE will cover $15,000.00 in overtime. Issue: Approval from Commissioners Court to provide fringe benefits covered by Constable Pct.4. Solution: Approval by Commissioners Court to pay fringe benefits. Result: Constable Pct.4 will provide fringe benefits to the designee.

45. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-2502-6011 Training & Education $500 $1,180.30 $680.30 To: 001-2502-6004-2 Cell Phone Cost $500 $31.51 $531.51 Issue: The following account # 001-2502-6004-2 (Cell Phone Cost) requires additional funds to cover estimated future expenditures that are forecasted to occur for the remainder of the fiscal year. Solution: A line item transfer will assist in account not reaching a deficit. Result: The transfer of funds will cover any estimated future expenditures for the remainder fiscal year.

22. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

46. Discussion and possible action to approve acceptance of a tan female Belgian Malinois canine (K-9) named Milka X417 (Birthday 02-20-2014; Microchip Numbers: 900085000239662 and 642090000534463) from the U.S. Department of the Army for narcotics and currency detection purposes; with authorization to utilize forfeiture funds to cover veterinary care, materials, and supplies; and any other matters incident thereto. The canine (K9) was donated, the training was provided at no expense, and veterinary care, food costs, and needed materials/supplies are to be paid utilizing forfeiture funds. Issue: The Laredo/Webb County area is designated as part of the South Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), which is considered, "one of the most strategically significant cross-border drug smuggling corridors" (U.S. Department of Justice National Drug Intelligence Center South Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Drug Market Analysis 2011). The 2011 report by the U.S. Department of Justice National Drug Intelligence Center further states that, South Texas HIDTA region has a greater influence on national-level drug trafficking and drug availability than does any area along the U.S.-Mexico border" (Drug Market Analysis 2011). Solution: Acceptance of the donation of a Canine (K9) from the U.S. Military to acquire the K9’s services to assist Webb County Sheriff’s Office deputies with interdiction and other crime-fighting services in the Laredo/Webb County area. Result: Requested K9 will assist the Webb County Sheriff’s Office to fight crime and in securing evidence to build narcotics and money-laundering cases.

47. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-2001-6011 Training & Education $3,000 $4,479 $1,479 001-2060-6411 Repair Maint.-Software $1,500 $3,286 $1,786 001-2062-6224 Minor Tools $2,000 $2,000 $0.00 001-2060-5601 Administrative Travel $1,000 $3,597 $2,597 $7,500 To: 001-2001-6402 Repair Maint. - Equip. $5,000 $1,033 $6,033 001-2001-6202 Uniforms $2,500 $2.28 $2,502.28 $7,500 Issue: During the recent thunderstorms, one of Webb County's radio communications towers was damaged when it was struck by lightning, leaving various Webb County first responders, including the Webb County Sheriff's Office patrol division, and other law enforcement departments without the proper communications. This is a significant safety issue for the Webb County Sheriff's Office patrol division and the citizens/taxpayers they serve. In addition, the Account #001-2060-6205 (Materials and Supplies) needs funds to cover committed expenses that are forecasted for the remainder of the year. Solution: In order to pay for the needed repairs to the radio tower, funds need to be transferred to account number 001-2001-6402 (Repair Maint.-Equip). Furthermore, the line item transfers will prevent the accounts from reaching a deficit. Result: The services and parts for the repair of the radio communication tower will be paid, and the line item transfers will cover forecasted expenses to cover the department's anticipated expenditures for the remainder of the fiscal year.

24. Honorable Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

51. Discussion and possible action to accept the Self-Help Center (SHC) Program Contract #7216013 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, Office Office of Colonia Initiatives in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000), and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents. Contract Period: September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2020.

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

52. Status and progress report from the Engineering department and staff regarding the Espejo-Gates road project funded primarily from State grant funds; with discussion and possible action to approve the required next steps in an effort to complete project and utilize monies prior to expiration of funding; and any other matters incident thereto. Report to include list of current project expenses paid and funds available for completion.

26. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

56. Discussion and possible action to submit a notice of tentative non-renewal of the Administrative Services Agreement (ASA) with the Texas Association of Counties (TAC), effective January 1, 2017; and any other matters incident thereto.

Closed Session/Executive Session

57. Discussion and possible action to approve a settlement offer to Renato Medina as a result of a motor vehicle accident involving the operator of a Webb County vehicle, that occurred on October 20, 2015, at the intersection of Victoria and Flores in Laredo, Texas, and any matter incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government code Title 5, Subchapter D, 551.071(1)(B)(Consultation with attorney regarding a settlement offer)].

58. Communications

59. Adjourn

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 SEPTEMBER 12, 2016 9:00 a.m.

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/Invocation

3. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

4. 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, individually or in a group, will be allowed a total of Three (3) minutes within which to make any/all public comments.

CONSENT AGENDA: At most meetings, the Commissioners Court establishes a Consent Agenda. It consists of those Agenda Items which are routine or non-controversial, and which neither a member of the Commissioners court has asked to be pulled for discussion. Once the Commissioners Court has established the Consent Agenda, Agenda Items included on it will be voted upon in one vote, and will not be discussed separately unless requested by the County Judge or Commissioners. The consent agenda has been created in order to give constituents the opportunity to view any and all pertinent backup information with reference to any item in the agenda. The objective of the consent agenda is for all Webb County constituents to be familiar with everyday county business and to demonstrate the transparency and fairness of this Commissioners Court. The following Agenda Items are of a routine nature, and the Commissioners Court has received supporting materials for consideration. All of these Agenda Items will be passed with one vote without being discussed separately, unless a member of the Commissioners Court or the public requests that a particular Agenda Item be discussed. If so, that Agenda Item will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and discussed as part of the regular Agenda at the appropriate time. One vote will approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda. CONSENT ITEMS

5. Community Action Agency

6. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

7. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

8. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Engineering

11. Head Start

12. Planning & Physical Development

13. Purchasing

14. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

15. Commissioners Court Administrator

23. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 1 of 2)

48. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Certificates of Obligation, Series 2016" authorizing a purchase contract and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

49. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016A" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

50. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B (forward delivery)" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

5. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

16. Discussion and possible action to continue paying grant funded personnel under CJD Grant No. 2466305, Region 2 Border Prosecution Unit Grant, for Thirty (30) days, until notification about grant continuation award from the Homeland Security Grants Division of the Governor's Office. All personnel cost will be reimburse with grant funds. Issue: Current grant funding expired August 31, 2016. The District Attorney’s Office has not received notice of award for new grant. Unless this item is approved, prosecutors working under said grant will not be paid after August 31, 2016. Solution: Grant a 30-day payroll extension for employees working under this grant. Result: The District Attorney’s Office will continue to improve quality of prosecuting criminals charged with border crimes as defined by Texas Government Code 772.007(a)(1).

Items 18 & 19

Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

7. Honorable Hector Liendo, Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 Pl. 1

8. Honorable Jose "Pepe" Salinas, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4

20. Discussion and possible action to authorize Commissioners Court to approve the continued payment of salary and fringe benefits for Thirty (30) days for the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Juvenile Case Manager working on juvenile delinquency prevention, intervention, and diversion pending the receipt of grant continuation award (Grant Application No. 2904902) by the funding agency, effective at start of next pay period; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #314] Issue: Juvenile delinquency is a nationwide problem that negatively affects not only the delinquent youth and their families but also adversely impacts schools, neighborhoods, and the local community at large. In addition, youth at-risk for juvenile delinquency who enter into the juvenile justice system tend to face limited future career, educational, and other socio-economic prospects, especially in the South Texas area. Solution: Authorize the Office of the County Auditor to continue to pay the salary and fringe benefits of the juvenile case manager so that she may continue to provide needed prevention, diversion, and intervention strategies through the court of the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 in Laredo/Webb County area. Result: The Office of the Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 will continue to provide constituents/citizens, families, and their at-risk youth with the needed case management services and diversion strategies to steer these at-risk juveniles from the juvenile and criminal justice system and keep the Laredo/Webb County community safer, help alleviate the overwhelmed juvenile/criminal justice system, and allow these youth to grow up to be more productive, successful citizens.

9. Indigent Healthcare Services

21. MOTION TO TEMPORARILY RECESS AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MOTION TO CONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION Discussion and possible action to authorize the issuance of a Public Notice that the Webb County Health Care Funding District Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, September 26, 2016 to establish the mandatory payment rate the Commission intends to require from local hospitals (institutional health care providers) during Fiscal Year 2016-2017 and how the revenue derived from those payments is to be spent. Notice of the Public Hearing will be published in a newspaper of general circulation (Laredo Morning Times) no later than the 10th day before the date of the hearing in accordance with Section 288.151, Chapter 288, Health and Safety Code; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: In accordance with Chapter 288 of the Health and Safety Code, the Webb County Health Care Funding District Commission must provide notice of their intent to hold a public hearing. Solution: By posting the notice in a newspaper of general circulation, Webb County will be in compliance with the notice requirements stated in Chapter 288 of the Health and Safety Code. Result: The local institutional health care providers (hospitals) will be provided with notice of the proposed hearing to establish the mandatory payment rate for FY 2016-2017. MOTION TO ADJOURN AS THE WEBB COUNTY HEALTH CARE FUNDING DISTRICT COMMISSION MOTION TO RECONVENE AS THE WEBB COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT

10. Medical Examiner

22. 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 September 12, 2016: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2615 Medical Death Investigator $20.38 - 18/A Issue: Permission required to fill slot #2615 that became vacant on August 23, 2016. Solution: Fill job opening of vacant position. Result: The filling of Slot #2615 will alleviate overload and allow for efficiency and productivity of work with in the Medical Examiner's Office.

11. Administrative Services (Part 1 of 2)

23. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 816-0105-6038 Administrative Fees $3,223 $3,223 $0 816-0105-6040 Cobra Administration $900 $1,480 $580 816-0105-9201 Claims Paid Medical $60,000 $2,179,843 $2,119,843 $64,123 To: 816-0105-9202 Claims Paid Dental $64,123 $25,099 $89,222 Issue: There will not be enough funds to continue to pay dental claims for the remainder of the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Solution: By transferring funds to the Dental Claims paid account we will be able to pay any pending bills. Result: The account will not be in a deficit.

55. Discussion and possible action to rescind prior commissioners court action taken on August 22, 2016 (Item #25) approving the 2017 employee benefit plan rate adjustment for all eligible full-time employees and implement the 2016 employee benefit plan rate that was approved on September 28, 2015 (Item #65); and any other matters incident thereto.

54. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas.

53. Presentation by Jennifer E. Roby, Case Manager, Housing and Urban Development/Veteran Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) on the National Stand Down; with discussion and possible action to support the City of Laredo with this project by allowing the Veterans Transportation Program to provide assistance to local veterans to and from this event.

35. Presentation by Certified Public Accounting firms for RFQ 2016-003 "Financial Audit Services" with discussion and possible action to award based on qualifications, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto CPA Firms: a) Garza/Gonzalez & Associates b) Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP c) Whitley Penn, LLP Issue: Three (3) firms have submitted Request for Qualification documents to Webb County. All parties met the Purchasing deadline set through RFQ 2016-003. Solution: Allow firms to present their qualifications to Commissioners Court for consideration. Result: Evaluate and tabulate scores based on criteria in RFQ document and award to the most qualified firm on September the 12th or at a future regularly scheduled meeting.

11. Administrative Services (Part 2 of 2)

23. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 816-0105-6038 Administrative Fees $3,223 $3,223 $0 816-0105-6040 Cobra Administration $900 $1,480 $580 816-0105-9201 Claims Paid Medical $60,000 $2,179,843 $2,119,843 $64,123 To: 816-0105-9202 Claims Paid Dental $64,123 $25,099 $89,222 Issue: There will not be enough funds to continue to pay dental claims for the remainder of the 2015-2016 fiscal year. Solution: By transferring funds to the Dental Claims paid account we will be able to pay any pending bills. Result: The account will not be in a deficit.

Building Maintenance

24. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-0106-6502 Janitorial Supplies $5,835 $7,600.28 $1,765.28 To: 001-0106-6401 Repairs & Maint. Bldg. $5,835 $555.16 $6,390.16 Issue: The Justice Center is currently operating with only one elevator. It is urgent to transfer funds to the Repairs and Maintenance of Building account to repair the Justice Center Elevator #1 so that it can be fully operable. Solution: Authorize ThyssenKrupp Elevator Corporation to perform service to install submersible hydraulic pump motor, perform necessary wiring connections and mechanical adjustments. Test equipment for proper operation and return elevator to "Automatic" Service. Request Purchasing Department to issue an emergency purchase order to repair and replace hydraulic pump motor. Result: Restore Justice Center Elevator #1 to full "Automatic" operation.

13. Elections

25. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution authorizing and establishing the main, temporary branch, and mobile temporary branch early voting sites for the November 8, 2016 Joint General/Special Elections within Webb County, pursuant to Chapter 85, Texas Election Code

23. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 2 of 2)

48. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Certificates of Obligation, Series 2016" authorizing a purchase contract and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

49. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016A" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

50. Consideration and approval of an order authorizing the issuance of "Webb County, Texas Limited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2016B (forward delivery)" entering into an escrow agreement, a purchase contract, and a paying agent/registrar agreement; and approving other matters related thereto.

14. Engineer

26. Discussion and possible action to purchase network products, cabling and installation from Intercom Communications Co. (Best value from quotes) in the amount of $6,340.00, for the new Fire Station. [Account #740-0200-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: When the New Fire Station (7210 E. Saunders Hwy 59) was designed, the network cabling and hardware were not part of the Construction contract, this is always provided by the county. The cables need to be in place in order for computers and telephones to be connected. Solution: Approval of selected vendors for the cabling/installation and purchase of hardware. Result: Building will be ready for connection of all telephones and computers.

Items 27 & 28

27. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 801-3001-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $8,000 $20,747 $12,747 To: 801-3002-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $6,000 $0 $6,000 801-3004-6204 Fuel & Lubricants $2,000 $75 $2,075 $8,000 Issue: Funds for Fuel & Lubricants have been exhausted due to increased water delivery to Colorado Acres via two tractor trucks operating 7 days per week. Requesting transfer of funds to have fuel available for the months of August and September 2016. Solution: Approve transfer to make funds available. Result: Continue operation.

28. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers for the Utilities Department: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 801-3001-6407 Repair & Maint. Water $8,400 $8,405 $5.00 801-3004-6402 Repair & Maint. Equip. $12,500 $12,920 $420 $20,900 To: 801-3001-6402 Repair & Maint. Equip. $20,900 $1,118 $22,018 Issue: On July 25, 2016 Commissioners Court approved the contract to provide a three year extended warranty and preventive maintenance project to operate the UV Disinfection System including providing replacement bulbs; however, insufficient funds were identified in the Capital Outlay Water Utility Fund. Solution: Transfer funds from the Infrastructure Environment Fund to the Capital Outlay Water Utility fund to provide for issuing of Purchase Order for the maintenance project. Result: Issue PO to vendor, order materials and supplies to have them available when the UV Reactor installation has been completed.

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the ratification of an emergency services contract agreement with Enhance Environmental & Emergency Services, Inc., in the estimated amount of $3,500.00 (Emergency Purchase Order 16-0009092) for packing, pickup, storage, and disposal services associated with illegal dumping of hazardous chemicals on a county road that was reported on August 18, 2016; with further action to approve payment in the estimated amount of $3,500.00, subject to auditor's review. [Account #001-0109-6022 (Professional Services)] Issue: Three drums that contained a corrosive chemical were illegally dumped on Wormser Road. In order to prevent contamination and comply with the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality requirements, pick up and disposal services were requested on an emergency basis form the Enhance Environmental & Emergency Services, Inc. A short form service contract had to be signed by County Judge Tijerina in order for the company to complete the services and provide final invoice. Solution: Ratify the short form service contract. Result: Follow proper procurement and contractual procedures.

30. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of hardware from Insight Public Sector (DIR #TSO-2542) in the amount of $8,585.38; pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 271.101; Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Programs, for the New Fire Station. [Account #740-0200-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: When the New Fire Station (7210 E. Saunders Hwy 59) was designed, the network cabling and hardware were not part of the Construction Contract, this is always provided by the county. The cables need to be in place in order for computers and telephones to be connected. Solution: Approval of selected vendors for the cabling/installation and purchase of hardware. Result: Building will be ready for connection of all telephones and computers.

15. Pre-Trial Services

31. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1205-6402 Repairs & Maint. $400 $940.00 $540.00 To: 001-1205-6014 Equipment Rental $400 $151.20 $551.20 Issue: There is not enough funds to cover the monthly expense for August and September 2016, due to the new Toshiba contract rate. Solution: Transferring the funds will finish the fiscal budget year for line item 001-1205-6014. Result: Transferring the funds will allow for us to finish the budget year.

16. Purchasing

32. Discussion and possible to approve a Ninety (90) day extension to our current fuel provider, Arguindegui Oil (Bid 2016-01). Issue: Our contract for Fuel expires September 30, 2016. The Purchasing Department is currently in the process of soliciting bids for a new contract. Solution: Grant Thirty (30) day extension period, until a new contract is secured. Result: Purchasing efficiency; compliance of the law.

33. Discussion and possible action to offer a One (1) year extension to the following annual contracts: RFP 2015-98 - Annual Contract for Advertising on Buses - Hachar Bus Ads RFP 2015-31 - Annual Contract for Advertising (Outdoor Billboards) - Lamar Outdoor Bid 2016-68 - Annual Contract for Auctioneer's Services - Cabello Auctioneering Service. & Rod Robertson Enterprises RFP 2016-60 - Annual Contract for Food Commodities - Ben E. Keith & Labatt Food Service Bid 2016-96 - Annual Contract for Meats - Ben E. Keith & Labatt Food Service Bid 2016-38 - Annual Contract for Office Supplies - Executive Office Supplies, Patria Office Supplies, Office Depot, San Antonio Lighthouse for the blind. Bid 2016-93 - Annual Contract for Plumbing Repairs - Chavarria's Plumbing Inc. Bid 2016-26 - Annual Contract for Plumbing Supplies - Clark Hardware Bid 2016-57 - Annual Contract for Refuse Collection - Trashco Bid 2015-61 - Annual Contract for Tortillas - Exquisita Tortillas & Tortillas Santos Issue: Contracts listed above will expire September 30,2016 Solution: Extend contracts Result: Purchasing efficiency; compliance of the law

34. 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 September 12, 2016: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 0112 Purchase Order Payables Coordinator $16.73 14/A Issue: Employee resigned effective August 22, 2016. Effective October 2, 20161/16 the Purchasing department will be understaffed by 3 employees due to recent resignation and two (2) upcoming retirements effective September 30, 2016. Solution: Seek authorization from the Court to fill Slot #0112 (Purchase Order Payables Coordinator) effective October 1, 2016. Result: Fill Slot 0112 to help support Purchasing Department Operation.

17. Santa Teresita Community Center

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 011-6114-6205 Materials & Supplies $460 $1,842.28 $1,382.28 To: 001-6114-6403 Repairs & Maint. Vehicles $460 $158.58 $618.58

18. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

37. Discussion and possible action to approve the payment of fringe benefits for overtime paid by Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the amount of THREE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FIFTEEN DOLLARS ($3,215.00) based on the maximum reimbursement of FIFTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000.00) per officer, per fiscal year from federal forfeiture fund 163 pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding between Homeland Security Investigations and the Webb County Attorney; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Marco A. Montemayor, County Attorney; Account #163-1101-6708 (Federal Forfeiture Funds)]

38. Discussion and possible action to enter into an Annual Application Software User-Based Annual Renewal Support Service Agreement with Hamer Enterprises and Webb County for the Webb County Tax Office for a period of Twelve (12) months (September 9, 2016 through September 8, 2017) for an annual cost of FOURTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED NINETY-SEVEN DOLLARS ($14,797.00) subject to annual budget appropriation, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Patricia A. Barrera, County Tax Assessor Collector; Account #001-0500-6411]

39. Discussion and possible action to ratify Master Grant Agreement #MGA-2017-2021WEBB CO. with the State of Texas, acting through the Texas Department of Transportation, wherein Webb County accepts said Agreement for and on behalf of Webb County C.A.A. El Aguila Rural Transportation program and to accept a federal grant in an amount of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-SEVEN THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED, THIRTY-TWO DOLLARS ($287,532.00) and a state grant in an amount of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-THREE THOUSAND, ONE HUNDRED, TEN DOLLARS ($283,110.00) pursuant to said Master Grant Agreement, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents.

Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

40. Public hearing to consider and discuss Archival Plan Fiscal Year 2016-2017 for funding the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.0216. [Account #005-1120] CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

41. Discussion and possible action to approve the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 County Clerk's Archival Plan for funding the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.0216. [Account #005-1120]

Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

42. Public hearing pursuant to Texas Government Code 51.305 to consider and discuss a plan for the preservation and restoration of the District Court records archive pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 51, Subchapter D. The plan includes a provision to impose a Records Archive Fee $10.00 to preserve and restore district court records, effective January 1, 2017. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the Preservation and Restoration Records Archive Plan for the District Clerk of Webb County, including the imposition of a $10.00 fee for documents filed with the District Clerk, effective January 1, 2017; and any other matters incident thereto.

21. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

44. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the year (2016-2017) with HSI/ICE Enforcement Task Force for payment of overtime fringe benefits associated with Constable Harold Devally's, Pct. 4, Deputy assigned to the HSI/ICE Task Force. The fringe benefits of $3,698.00 will be covered by Constable Pct. 4 Federal Forfeiture Fund #171-2502-3351. HSI/ICE will cover $15,000.00 in overtime. Issue: Approval from Commissioners Court to provide fringe benefits covered by Constable Pct.4. Solution: Approval by Commissioners Court to pay fringe benefits. Result: Constable Pct.4 will provide fringe benefits to the designee.

45. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-2502-6011 Training & Education $500 $1,180.30 $680.30 To: 001-2502-6004-2 Cell Phone Cost $500 $31.51 $531.51 Issue: The following account # 001-2502-6004-2 (Cell Phone Cost) requires additional funds to cover estimated future expenditures that are forecasted to occur for the remainder of the fiscal year. Solution: A line item transfer will assist in account not reaching a deficit. Result: The transfer of funds will cover any estimated future expenditures for the remainder fiscal year.

22. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

46. Discussion and possible action to approve acceptance of a tan female Belgian Malinois canine (K-9) named Milka X417 (Birthday 02-20-2014; Microchip Numbers: 900085000239662 and 642090000534463) from the U.S. Department of the Army for narcotics and currency detection purposes; with authorization to utilize forfeiture funds to cover veterinary care, materials, and supplies; and any other matters incident thereto. The canine (K9) was donated, the training was provided at no expense, and veterinary care, food costs, and needed materials/supplies are to be paid utilizing forfeiture funds. Issue: The Laredo/Webb County area is designated as part of the South Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA), which is considered, "one of the most strategically significant cross-border drug smuggling corridors" (U.S. Department of Justice National Drug Intelligence Center South Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Drug Market Analysis 2011). The 2011 report by the U.S. Department of Justice National Drug Intelligence Center further states that, South Texas HIDTA region has a greater influence on national-level drug trafficking and drug availability than does any area along the U.S.-Mexico border" (Drug Market Analysis 2011). Solution: Acceptance of the donation of a Canine (K9) from the U.S. Military to acquire the K9’s services to assist Webb County Sheriff’s Office deputies with interdiction and other crime-fighting services in the Laredo/Webb County area. Result: Requested K9 will assist the Webb County Sheriff’s Office to fight crime and in securing evidence to build narcotics and money-laundering cases.

47. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfers: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-2001-6011 Training & Education $3,000 $4,479 $1,479 001-2060-6411 Repair Maint.-Software $1,500 $3,286 $1,786 001-2062-6224 Minor Tools $2,000 $2,000 $0.00 001-2060-5601 Administrative Travel $1,000 $3,597 $2,597 $7,500 To: 001-2001-6402 Repair Maint. - Equip. $5,000 $1,033 $6,033 001-2001-6202 Uniforms $2,500 $2.28 $2,502.28 $7,500 Issue: During the recent thunderstorms, one of Webb County's radio communications towers was damaged when it was struck by lightning, leaving various Webb County first responders, including the Webb County Sheriff's Office patrol division, and other law enforcement departments without the proper communications. This is a significant safety issue for the Webb County Sheriff's Office patrol division and the citizens/taxpayers they serve. In addition, the Account #001-2060-6205 (Materials and Supplies) needs funds to cover committed expenses that are forecasted for the remainder of the year. Solution: In order to pay for the needed repairs to the radio tower, funds need to be transferred to account number 001-2001-6402 (Repair Maint.-Equip). Furthermore, the line item transfers will prevent the accounts from reaching a deficit. Result: The services and parts for the repair of the radio communication tower will be paid, and the line item transfers will cover forecasted expenses to cover the department's anticipated expenditures for the remainder of the fiscal year.

24. Honorable Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

51. Discussion and possible action to accept the Self-Help Center (SHC) Program Contract #7216013 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, Office Office of Colonia Initiatives in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000), and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents. Contract Period: September 1, 2016 - September 1, 2020.

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

52. Status and progress report from the Engineering department and staff regarding the Espejo-Gates road project funded primarily from State grant funds; with discussion and possible action to approve the required next steps in an effort to complete project and utilize monies prior to expiration of funding; and any other matters incident thereto. Report to include list of current project expenses paid and funds available for completion.

26. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

56. Discussion and possible action to submit a notice of tentative non-renewal of the Administrative Services Agreement (ASA) with the Texas Association of Counties (TAC), effective January 1, 2017; and any other matters incident thereto.

Closed Session/Executive Session

57. Discussion and possible action to approve a settlement offer to Renato Medina as a result of a motor vehicle accident involving the operator of a Webb County vehicle, that occurred on October 20, 2015, at the intersection of Victoria and Flores in Laredo, Texas, and any matter incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government code Title 5, Subchapter D, 551.071(1)(B)(Consultation with attorney regarding a settlement offer)].

58. Communications

59. Adjourn