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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MARCH 13, 2017 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. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

6. Community Action Agency

7. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

8. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Head Start

11. Planning & Physical Development

12. Purchasing

13. Veteran's Service Office

5. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

14. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following slots, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable civil service guidelines, effective March 13, 2017; with further action requesting that a salary increase be considered for these slots by the wage plan policy committee for court consideration at next agenda meeting; and any other matters incident thereto: Slot # Title Salary 887 Criminal Investigator $44,535 - $46,804 (19 A-E) 233 Criminal Investigator $44,535 - $46,804 (19 A-E)

County Court at Law 2

15. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover the anticipated shortfall in the visiting judge line item for County Court at Law #2: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1011-5001 Payroll Savings $20,000 $450,290.45 $430,290.45 To: 001-1011-6026 Visiting Judge $20,000 $8,889.40 $28,889.40 Issue: Due to the recent change in the administration of County Court at Law #2, the visiting judge expense line item has been exhausted and requires additional funding. Solution: Process line item transfer to make monies available for current & future invoices for services rendered by visiting judge. Result: Ensure payment for all pending and future invoices.

7. Casa Blanca Golf Course

16. Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt the proposed fees for the High School Golf Program 2016-2017 Season for the Casa Blanca Golf Course. The fees are scheduled from October 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017 for year round golf at the price of $2,500 per school; including two varsity teams per school with a maximum of 16 players; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Casa Blanca Golf Course has had no signed contract with any schools or school districts for several years. Solution: Enter into an annual agreement with local schools and school districts from Oct 1, 2016 to Sept. 30, 2017. Result: Have a formal signed agreement with local schools and school districts.

8. Road & Bridge

17. 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 March 13, 2017: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2356 Truck Driver $14.42 - $15.16 11/A-E 687 Equipment Transporter $15.92 - $16.73 13/A-E 684 Maintenance Worker $13.07 - $13.73 9/A-E 2355 Maintenance Worker $13.07 - $13.73 9/A-E Issue: Vacant positions resulting from employees retiring/transferred. Solution: Fill vacant positions. Result: The filling of these positions will alleviate the work load in the repair and maintenance of Webb County roads.

18. Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of employee within the following slots, with additional action to fill the resultant vacant slot; subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines; and any other matters incident thereto, effective March 13, 2017. Slot # Title Hourly Rate From: 62 Tire Repair Worker $13.73 - $14.43 10/A-E To: 56 Senior Tire Repair Worker $14.42 - $15.16 11/A-E To Fill: 62 Tire Repair Worker $13.73 - $14.43 10/A-E Issue: Vacant position (Slot 56) became available after employee holding position decided to retire. Solution: Promote employee to vacant position (Slot 56) held by former employee and fill resulting vacant position (Slot 62). Result: The filling of these positions will alleviate work overload at the tire repair shop.

9. Community Action Agency

19. 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 March 13, 2017: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1217 Food Transporter $10.00 per hour 20 hours per week Issue: Slot #1217 is vacant. Payroll Account #952-4200-3500. Solution: The request is being made to fill the vacant Food Transporter slot. Result: The filling of slot will allow the Meals On Wheels program to effectively continue to provide home delivered meals to qualifying program consumers.

10. Engineer

20. Discussion and possible action to approve a Budget Amendment to carry over the amount of $1,041,716.30 for Fund 644 (Loop 20 Extension Project) for year 2017 beginning March 1, 2017. [Account #644-8001-3501 (Grant Revenue) and Account #644-8001-6022 (Professional Services)] [Requested by Budget Officers] Issue: Fund 644, Loop 20 Extension Project, has a year-end closure of February 2017. That means that the ending balance as of February 2017 needs to be carried over to the following year beginning March 2017. Solution: Approval through Commissioners Court as per approved Agenda Item No. 47 approved February 27, 2017, that any and all budget amendments shall be conducted only by the budget officers. Result: Court approval and continuation of fund usage.

11. Purchasing

21. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of an electronic switcher (Cross-point Ultra 88 HVA) for the 49th District Courtroom in an amount not to exceed $3,126.20 (GSA# GS-35F-183DA) which will allow for connectivity to the monitors in the courtroom by linking video and overhead devices pursuant to Subchapter G. Purchases from Federal Schedule Sources of Supply, Section 271.103 of the Local Government Code; with additional action to transfer said amount from Contingency Fund Account #605-3001-8801-7 to Account #605-1001-6224 (Minor Tools and Apparatus); and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Honorable Joe Lopez, 49th District Court Judge; Account #605-1001-6224] Issue: Current equipment is no longer operational. Equipment is required to link video and other electronic devices for courtroom use. Solution: Purchase new equipment to replace inoperable equipment. Result: Utilize video and overhead devices for courtroom use.

22. Discussion and possible action to approve the proposed amendments to the Webb County Purchasing manual effective March 13, 2017; in accordance with the Local Government Code, Sec. 262.011(o) Purchasing Agents. Amendments were previously approved by the Webb County Purchasing Board on March 1, 2017. Issue: Proposed amendments are required to help purchasing functions operate more efficiently and effectively. Solution: Proposed amendments recently approved by the Purchasing Board on 3/1/17. Recommending approval by Commissioners Court to finalize amendments effective 3/13/17. Result: Implement new changes to policy and improve the efficiency of purchasing operation.

23. Discussion and possible action to award a professional service agreement with Texas Energy Engineering Services, Inc. (TEESI) for a Energy Savings Performance Contract Utility Assessment Report - Third Party Review Engineering consulting services in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Section 302.005 (Bidding Procedures; Award of Contract) and authorizing a Discretionary Exemption under Section 262.024 (4) a personal or professional service for an amount not to exceed $24,920.00, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Bond Series 2016] Issue: Before entering into an energy savings performance contract, the government body must require that the energy savings, increase in billable revenues, or increase in meter accuracy estimated or projected by a provider be reviewed by a licensed professional engineer. Solution: Secure professional services from a licensed engineer who has at minimum three years of experience in energy calculation and review, is not an officer or employee of a provider for the contract under review; and is not otherwise associated iwt the contract. Result: TEESI meets the requirements. Comply with Texas Local Government Code prior to entering into an energy savings contract with selected provider.

24. Discussion and possible action to purchase Five (5) OptiPlex 7040 MT Desktops with monitors from Dell for the Economic Development Department, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Local Government Code (TX DIR-SDD-1951) in the amount of $5,375.00; with additional action to transfer exact amount required upon verification from vendor from Contingency Fund Account #605-3001-8801-7 to Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay); and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Mr. Juan Vargas, Economic Development Director; Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: The Economic Development Dept. currently utilizes 5 computers purchased in 2007 and utilize Windows VISTA software that will cease to be supported by Microsoft on April 11, 2017. Solution: Purchase 5 computers and required Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016 licenses as recommended by MIS. Result: Enable the Economic Development Dept. to function efficiently after April 11, 2017.

25. Discussion and possible action to purchase Five (5) Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016 Licenses from Shi Government Solutions for the Economic Development Department, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Local Government Code (TX DIR-SDD-2503) in the amount of $2,063.90; with additional action to transfer exact amount required upon verification from vendor from Contingency Fund Account #605-3001-8801-7 to Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay); and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Economic Development Director; Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: The Economic Development Dept. Is obtaining 5 new computers to replace their 2007 computers that still utilize Windows VISTA software which Microsoft will stop supporting in April 11, 2017. Solution: Purchase new computers and the required Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016 Licenses from Shi Government Solutions as recommended by MIS. Result: Enable the Economic Development Dept. to function efficiently after April 11, 2017.

Rio Bravo Activity Center

26. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover budgetary shortfalls in part-time line item, effective April 1, 2017. [Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1] Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-0114-5001 Payroll Savings $5,000 $234,001.06 $229,001.06 To: 001-6305-5005 Part-time $5,000 $1,063.50 $6,363.50 Issue: The part time payroll line item in this department has been exhausted due to hours expensed at the beginning of the current fiscal year. Additional funds are needed to cover the balance of the fiscal year. Solution: Process line item transfer from monies available in current payroll line items. Result: Ensure part time funding for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Risk Management

27. 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 March 13, 2017. Slot # Title Hourly Rate 0574 Employee Benefits Assistant $13.73 - $14.43 10/A-E Issue: Employee that occupied slot # 0574 applied for another position within department as of Feb. 03, 2017, requesting approval to post and fill vacant slot, in order for our department to keep up with the growing demands of the Employee Benefits Division. Solution: To obtain approval from the Commissioners Court to fill slot. Result: By filling the slot, it will allow our department to continue to function effectively.

28. Discussion and possible action to approve change in job description and pay scale as approved by Webb County Civil Service Commission on March 7, 2017 for Slot #0874. [Requested by Alexandra Colessides Solis, Risk Management Interim Director] Issue: Previously slot # 0874 had been designated as a Wellness and Special Events Coordinator. A need was identified to have more personnel assigned to Employee Benefits. On January 23, 2017, the Court granted permission to the Risk Manager to change the slot from Wellness and Special Events Coordinator to Employee Benefits Coordinator subject to approval of the Webb County Civil Service Commission. Said approval was granted on March 7, 2017. Solution: Accept the change in job description and pay scale as approved by the Webb County Civil Service Commission. Result: The employee benefits division will be better staffed and the employee who performs the job duties will be properly compensated for the new and additional job duties imposed.

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal qualifications for the position of Risk Management Director subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, and authorizing the County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Alexandra Colessides Solis, Interim Director of Risk Management]

14. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

30. Discussion and possible action, to authorize the Webb County Attorney's office to negotiate and finalize the purchase of One block of real property, Block 213 WD, 1200 Flores Street, Laredo, Texas. The authorization includes the payment of earnest money, survey fees, environmental studies, fencing and any associated costs included in the purchase and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents at closing; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed/Executive Session to deliberate the purchase and value of Real Property pursuant to Section 551.072 and 551.0725 of the Government Code]

31. Discussion and possible action to ratify and approve an Eleven (11) month (August 1, 2016 through September 1, 2017) Self-Service Storage Rental Agreement between Stor-More Limited and Webb County for the Webb County Headstart Department for Storage Units 325 & Unit 363 at a total cost of THREE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($3,850.00) over the term of the agreement, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #903-4207-6012 (Space Rental)]

15. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a budget amendment by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $6,250 from revenues received from the Department of Justice from seized funds in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year); and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #166] Issue: New revenue receipts received as a result of previous seizures conducted between the Constable Pct. 1 and Federal Law Enforcement agency(s). These amounts have now been forfeited and awarded to the collaborating agencies for official use. Solution: Appropriate new revenues and expenditures not currently budgeted for FY 2017. Result: Utilize new revenues for law enforcement purposes and in accordance with Equitable sharing guidelines. All forfeiture budgets should be used only as a supplement source and not to supplant current budgets approved through the General fund or other non-forfeiture sources.

16. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

33. Discussion and possible action to approve a budget amendment by increasing expenditures in the amount of $2,685.00 from revenues received from the Chapter 59 State Forfeiture from seized funds (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year), and to distribute the monies as follows; and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #168] Acct. # Acct. Name Current Budget Budget Appropriation Amended Budget To: 168-2001-5001 Payroll Cost - 0 - $1,960 $1,960 168-2001-5301 FICA $50.00 $140 $190 168-2001-5303 Retirement $55.00 $220 $275 168-2001-5304 Health/Life Ins. -0- $240 $240 168-2001-5305 Workers Comp $30.00 $105 $135 168-2001-5306 Unemployment Tax $10.00 $20 $30 Total $2,685 Issue: Need to cover unanticipated payroll expenses. Solution: Appropriate new expenditures not currently budgeted for FY 2017. Result: Utilize new revenues for law enforcement purposes. All forfeiture budgets should be used only as a supplemental source and not to supplant current budgets approved through the general fund or other non-forfeiture sources.

17. Commissioners Court Administrator

34. Discussion and possible action to determine the interview and selection process for the qualified candidates applying for appointment to the County Court at Law #2 Judge position; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Merit Selection Committee]

18. Honorable Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

35. Discussion and possible action to accept the dedication of Ten (10) Road Right-of-Way easements out of La Presa Subdivision, and to authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Luis Perez-Garcia, Webb County Engineer Department Director] LA PRESA SUBDIVISION Property Grantor(s) -1,540.18 sq. ft. out of Tract 46, 0.6748 Acres out of Tract 45 and Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Palmito Estates, Inc. -199.99 sq. ft. out of 1.68 acre tract, same 1.68 acre tract being out of Tract 45, and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Patsy Salinas -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Guillermo Garcia, Jr. -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Juan Quiroga -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Guillermo Garcia -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Valentin Veliz & WF. Maria S. Veliz -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Erasmo Sanchez Gonzalez & WF. Brenda Elizabeth Rodriguez Zapata -199.99 sq. ft. out of 0.50 acre tract, same 0.50 acre tract being out of Tract 45 and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Rosa Diaz -1,410.03 sq. ft. out of 0.50 acre tract, same 0.50 acre tract being out of Tract 46 and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Ignacio Cuevas & WF. Maria De Jesus Cuevas -17,956.41 sq. ft. out of 3.27 acre tract, same 3.27 acre tract being out of Tract 46 and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Benito Castillo

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover budgetary shortfalls in part time line item, effective April 1, 2017: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-0120-5001 Payroll Savings $5,000 $137,810.28 $132,810.28 To: 001-0201-5005 Part-time $5,000 $10,369.50 $15,369.50 Issue: The part time payroll line item in this department has been exhausted due to hours expensed at the beginning of the current fiscal year. Additional funds are needed to cover the balance of the fiscal year. Solution: Process line item transfer from monies available in current payroll line items. Result: Ensure part time funding for the remainder of the fiscal year.

19. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

37. Discussion and possible to approve a resolution in support of the passage of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); and any other matters incident thereto.

Presentations

38. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the PAL’s boxers, trainers and promoters for their achievements as local talents and role models in South Laredo. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

39. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the Cigarroa High School Lady Toros Basketball team and their coaches for being District champions for 3 consecutive years and Area champions for 2 consecutive years. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

Mar 13, 2017 Commissioners Court Meeting

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MARCH 13, 2017 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. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

6. Community Action Agency

7. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

8. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Head Start

11. Planning & Physical Development

12. Purchasing

13. Veteran's Service Office

5. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

14. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following slots, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable civil service guidelines, effective March 13, 2017; with further action requesting that a salary increase be considered for these slots by the wage plan policy committee for court consideration at next agenda meeting; and any other matters incident thereto: Slot # Title Salary 887 Criminal Investigator $44,535 - $46,804 (19 A-E) 233 Criminal Investigator $44,535 - $46,804 (19 A-E)

County Court at Law 2

15. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover the anticipated shortfall in the visiting judge line item for County Court at Law #2: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-1011-5001 Payroll Savings $20,000 $450,290.45 $430,290.45 To: 001-1011-6026 Visiting Judge $20,000 $8,889.40 $28,889.40 Issue: Due to the recent change in the administration of County Court at Law #2, the visiting judge expense line item has been exhausted and requires additional funding. Solution: Process line item transfer to make monies available for current & future invoices for services rendered by visiting judge. Result: Ensure payment for all pending and future invoices.

7. Casa Blanca Golf Course

16. Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt the proposed fees for the High School Golf Program 2016-2017 Season for the Casa Blanca Golf Course. The fees are scheduled from October 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017 for year round golf at the price of $2,500 per school; including two varsity teams per school with a maximum of 16 players; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Casa Blanca Golf Course has had no signed contract with any schools or school districts for several years. Solution: Enter into an annual agreement with local schools and school districts from Oct 1, 2016 to Sept. 30, 2017. Result: Have a formal signed agreement with local schools and school districts.

8. Road & Bridge

17. 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 March 13, 2017: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 2356 Truck Driver $14.42 - $15.16 11/A-E 687 Equipment Transporter $15.92 - $16.73 13/A-E 684 Maintenance Worker $13.07 - $13.73 9/A-E 2355 Maintenance Worker $13.07 - $13.73 9/A-E Issue: Vacant positions resulting from employees retiring/transferred. Solution: Fill vacant positions. Result: The filling of these positions will alleviate the work load in the repair and maintenance of Webb County roads.

18. Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of employee within the following slots, with additional action to fill the resultant vacant slot; subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines; and any other matters incident thereto, effective March 13, 2017. Slot # Title Hourly Rate From: 62 Tire Repair Worker $13.73 - $14.43 10/A-E To: 56 Senior Tire Repair Worker $14.42 - $15.16 11/A-E To Fill: 62 Tire Repair Worker $13.73 - $14.43 10/A-E Issue: Vacant position (Slot 56) became available after employee holding position decided to retire. Solution: Promote employee to vacant position (Slot 56) held by former employee and fill resulting vacant position (Slot 62). Result: The filling of these positions will alleviate work overload at the tire repair shop.

9. Community Action Agency

19. 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 March 13, 2017: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1217 Food Transporter $10.00 per hour 20 hours per week Issue: Slot #1217 is vacant. Payroll Account #952-4200-3500. Solution: The request is being made to fill the vacant Food Transporter slot. Result: The filling of slot will allow the Meals On Wheels program to effectively continue to provide home delivered meals to qualifying program consumers.

10. Engineer

20. Discussion and possible action to approve a Budget Amendment to carry over the amount of $1,041,716.30 for Fund 644 (Loop 20 Extension Project) for year 2017 beginning March 1, 2017. [Account #644-8001-3501 (Grant Revenue) and Account #644-8001-6022 (Professional Services)] [Requested by Budget Officers] Issue: Fund 644, Loop 20 Extension Project, has a year-end closure of February 2017. That means that the ending balance as of February 2017 needs to be carried over to the following year beginning March 2017. Solution: Approval through Commissioners Court as per approved Agenda Item No. 47 approved February 27, 2017, that any and all budget amendments shall be conducted only by the budget officers. Result: Court approval and continuation of fund usage.

11. Purchasing

21. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of an electronic switcher (Cross-point Ultra 88 HVA) for the 49th District Courtroom in an amount not to exceed $3,126.20 (GSA# GS-35F-183DA) which will allow for connectivity to the monitors in the courtroom by linking video and overhead devices pursuant to Subchapter G. Purchases from Federal Schedule Sources of Supply, Section 271.103 of the Local Government Code; with additional action to transfer said amount from Contingency Fund Account #605-3001-8801-7 to Account #605-1001-6224 (Minor Tools and Apparatus); and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Honorable Joe Lopez, 49th District Court Judge; Account #605-1001-6224] Issue: Current equipment is no longer operational. Equipment is required to link video and other electronic devices for courtroom use. Solution: Purchase new equipment to replace inoperable equipment. Result: Utilize video and overhead devices for courtroom use.

22. Discussion and possible action to approve the proposed amendments to the Webb County Purchasing manual effective March 13, 2017; in accordance with the Local Government Code, Sec. 262.011(o) Purchasing Agents. Amendments were previously approved by the Webb County Purchasing Board on March 1, 2017. Issue: Proposed amendments are required to help purchasing functions operate more efficiently and effectively. Solution: Proposed amendments recently approved by the Purchasing Board on 3/1/17. Recommending approval by Commissioners Court to finalize amendments effective 3/13/17. Result: Implement new changes to policy and improve the efficiency of purchasing operation.

23. Discussion and possible action to award a professional service agreement with Texas Energy Engineering Services, Inc. (TEESI) for a Energy Savings Performance Contract Utility Assessment Report - Third Party Review Engineering consulting services in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Section 302.005 (Bidding Procedures; Award of Contract) and authorizing a Discretionary Exemption under Section 262.024 (4) a personal or professional service for an amount not to exceed $24,920.00, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Bond Series 2016] Issue: Before entering into an energy savings performance contract, the government body must require that the energy savings, increase in billable revenues, or increase in meter accuracy estimated or projected by a provider be reviewed by a licensed professional engineer. Solution: Secure professional services from a licensed engineer who has at minimum three years of experience in energy calculation and review, is not an officer or employee of a provider for the contract under review; and is not otherwise associated iwt the contract. Result: TEESI meets the requirements. Comply with Texas Local Government Code prior to entering into an energy savings contract with selected provider.

24. Discussion and possible action to purchase Five (5) OptiPlex 7040 MT Desktops with monitors from Dell for the Economic Development Department, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Local Government Code (TX DIR-SDD-1951) in the amount of $5,375.00; with additional action to transfer exact amount required upon verification from vendor from Contingency Fund Account #605-3001-8801-7 to Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay); and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Mr. Juan Vargas, Economic Development Director; Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: The Economic Development Dept. currently utilizes 5 computers purchased in 2007 and utilize Windows VISTA software that will cease to be supported by Microsoft on April 11, 2017. Solution: Purchase 5 computers and required Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016 licenses as recommended by MIS. Result: Enable the Economic Development Dept. to function efficiently after April 11, 2017.

25. Discussion and possible action to purchase Five (5) Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016 Licenses from Shi Government Solutions for the Economic Development Department, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F, Cooperative Purchasing Program, Texas Local Government Code (TX DIR-SDD-2503) in the amount of $2,063.90; with additional action to transfer exact amount required upon verification from vendor from Contingency Fund Account #605-3001-8801-7 to Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay); and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Juan Vargas, Economic Development Director; Account #605-0104-8801 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: The Economic Development Dept. Is obtaining 5 new computers to replace their 2007 computers that still utilize Windows VISTA software which Microsoft will stop supporting in April 11, 2017. Solution: Purchase new computers and the required Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2016 Licenses from Shi Government Solutions as recommended by MIS. Result: Enable the Economic Development Dept. to function efficiently after April 11, 2017.

Rio Bravo Activity Center

26. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover budgetary shortfalls in part-time line item, effective April 1, 2017. [Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1] Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-0114-5001 Payroll Savings $5,000 $234,001.06 $229,001.06 To: 001-6305-5005 Part-time $5,000 $1,063.50 $6,363.50 Issue: The part time payroll line item in this department has been exhausted due to hours expensed at the beginning of the current fiscal year. Additional funds are needed to cover the balance of the fiscal year. Solution: Process line item transfer from monies available in current payroll line items. Result: Ensure part time funding for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Risk Management

27. 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 March 13, 2017. Slot # Title Hourly Rate 0574 Employee Benefits Assistant $13.73 - $14.43 10/A-E Issue: Employee that occupied slot # 0574 applied for another position within department as of Feb. 03, 2017, requesting approval to post and fill vacant slot, in order for our department to keep up with the growing demands of the Employee Benefits Division. Solution: To obtain approval from the Commissioners Court to fill slot. Result: By filling the slot, it will allow our department to continue to function effectively.

28. Discussion and possible action to approve change in job description and pay scale as approved by Webb County Civil Service Commission on March 7, 2017 for Slot #0874. [Requested by Alexandra Colessides Solis, Risk Management Interim Director] Issue: Previously slot # 0874 had been designated as a Wellness and Special Events Coordinator. A need was identified to have more personnel assigned to Employee Benefits. On January 23, 2017, the Court granted permission to the Risk Manager to change the slot from Wellness and Special Events Coordinator to Employee Benefits Coordinator subject to approval of the Webb County Civil Service Commission. Said approval was granted on March 7, 2017. Solution: Accept the change in job description and pay scale as approved by the Webb County Civil Service Commission. Result: The employee benefits division will be better staffed and the employee who performs the job duties will be properly compensated for the new and additional job duties imposed.

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal qualifications for the position of Risk Management Director subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, and authorizing the County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Alexandra Colessides Solis, Interim Director of Risk Management]

14. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

30. Discussion and possible action, to authorize the Webb County Attorney's office to negotiate and finalize the purchase of One block of real property, Block 213 WD, 1200 Flores Street, Laredo, Texas. The authorization includes the payment of earnest money, survey fees, environmental studies, fencing and any associated costs included in the purchase and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents at closing; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed/Executive Session to deliberate the purchase and value of Real Property pursuant to Section 551.072 and 551.0725 of the Government Code]

31. Discussion and possible action to ratify and approve an Eleven (11) month (August 1, 2016 through September 1, 2017) Self-Service Storage Rental Agreement between Stor-More Limited and Webb County for the Webb County Headstart Department for Storage Units 325 & Unit 363 at a total cost of THREE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($3,850.00) over the term of the agreement, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Aliza Oliveros, Webb County Head Start Director; Account #903-4207-6012 (Space Rental)]

15. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a budget amendment by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $6,250 from revenues received from the Department of Justice from seized funds in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year); and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #166] Issue: New revenue receipts received as a result of previous seizures conducted between the Constable Pct. 1 and Federal Law Enforcement agency(s). These amounts have now been forfeited and awarded to the collaborating agencies for official use. Solution: Appropriate new revenues and expenditures not currently budgeted for FY 2017. Result: Utilize new revenues for law enforcement purposes and in accordance with Equitable sharing guidelines. All forfeiture budgets should be used only as a supplement source and not to supplant current budgets approved through the General fund or other non-forfeiture sources.

16. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

33. Discussion and possible action to approve a budget amendment by increasing expenditures in the amount of $2,685.00 from revenues received from the Chapter 59 State Forfeiture from seized funds (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year), and to distribute the monies as follows; and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #168] Acct. # Acct. Name Current Budget Budget Appropriation Amended Budget To: 168-2001-5001 Payroll Cost - 0 - $1,960 $1,960 168-2001-5301 FICA $50.00 $140 $190 168-2001-5303 Retirement $55.00 $220 $275 168-2001-5304 Health/Life Ins. -0- $240 $240 168-2001-5305 Workers Comp $30.00 $105 $135 168-2001-5306 Unemployment Tax $10.00 $20 $30 Total $2,685 Issue: Need to cover unanticipated payroll expenses. Solution: Appropriate new expenditures not currently budgeted for FY 2017. Result: Utilize new revenues for law enforcement purposes. All forfeiture budgets should be used only as a supplemental source and not to supplant current budgets approved through the general fund or other non-forfeiture sources.

17. Commissioners Court Administrator

34. Discussion and possible action to determine the interview and selection process for the qualified candidates applying for appointment to the County Court at Law #2 Judge position; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Merit Selection Committee]

18. Honorable Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1

35. Discussion and possible action to accept the dedication of Ten (10) Road Right-of-Way easements out of La Presa Subdivision, and to authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Luis Perez-Garcia, Webb County Engineer Department Director] LA PRESA SUBDIVISION Property Grantor(s) -1,540.18 sq. ft. out of Tract 46, 0.6748 Acres out of Tract 45 and Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Palmito Estates, Inc. -199.99 sq. ft. out of 1.68 acre tract, same 1.68 acre tract being out of Tract 45, and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Patsy Salinas -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Guillermo Garcia, Jr. -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Juan Quiroga -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Guillermo Garcia -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Valentin Veliz & WF. Maria S. Veliz -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Erasmo Sanchez Gonzalez & WF. Brenda Elizabeth Rodriguez Zapata -199.99 sq. ft. out of 0.50 acre tract, same 0.50 acre tract being out of Tract 45 and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Rosa Diaz -1,410.03 sq. ft. out of 0.50 acre tract, same 0.50 acre tract being out of Tract 46 and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Ignacio Cuevas & WF. Maria De Jesus Cuevas -17,956.41 sq. ft. out of 3.27 acre tract, same 3.27 acre tract being out of Tract 46 and -Any interest in 1.3499 acres out of Tracts 45 and 46 Benito Castillo

36. Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover budgetary shortfalls in part time line item, effective April 1, 2017: Acct. Number Acct. Name Amount Bal. End Bal. From: 001-0120-5001 Payroll Savings $5,000 $137,810.28 $132,810.28 To: 001-0201-5005 Part-time $5,000 $10,369.50 $15,369.50 Issue: The part time payroll line item in this department has been exhausted due to hours expensed at the beginning of the current fiscal year. Additional funds are needed to cover the balance of the fiscal year. Solution: Process line item transfer from monies available in current payroll line items. Result: Ensure part time funding for the remainder of the fiscal year.

19. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

37. Discussion and possible to approve a resolution in support of the passage of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); and any other matters incident thereto.

Presentations

38. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the PAL’s boxers, trainers and promoters for their achievements as local talents and role models in South Laredo. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

39. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the Cigarroa High School Lady Toros Basketball team and their coaches for being District champions for 3 consecutive years and Area champions for 2 consecutive years. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MARCH 13, 2017 9:00 a.m.

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation

3. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

6. Community Action Agency

7. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

8. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Head Start

11. Planning & Physical Development

12. Purchasing

13. Veteran's Service Office

34. Discussion and possible action to determine the interview and selection process for the qualified candidates applying for appointment to the County Court at Law #2 Judge position; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Merit Selection Committee]

37. Discussion and possible to approve a resolution in support of the passage of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); and any other matters incident thereto.

38. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the PAL’s boxers, trainers and promoters for their achievements as local talents and role models in South Laredo. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

39. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the Cigarroa High School Lady Toros Basketball team and their coaches for being District champions for 3 consecutive years and Area champions for 2 consecutive years. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

Mar 13, 2017 Commissioners Court Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MARCH 13, 2017 9:00 a.m.

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation

3. Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Report

5. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

6. Community Action Agency

7. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

8. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Head Start

11. Planning & Physical Development

12. Purchasing

13. Veteran's Service Office

34. Discussion and possible action to determine the interview and selection process for the qualified candidates applying for appointment to the County Court at Law #2 Judge position; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Merit Selection Committee]

37. Discussion and possible to approve a resolution in support of the passage of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA); and any other matters incident thereto.

38. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the PAL’s boxers, trainers and promoters for their achievements as local talents and role models in South Laredo. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1]

39. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the Cigarroa High School Lady Toros Basketball team and their coaches for being District champions for 3 consecutive years and Area champions for 2 consecutive years. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

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