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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 25, 2018 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. Discussion and possible action for Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Reports (Auditor, Treasurer, Human Resources, Tax Assessor-Collector); and any other matters incident thereto.

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. Auditor

7. Building Maintenance

8. Civil Legal Division

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

12. Honorable Mike Villarreal, Constable Pct. 2

13. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

14. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

15. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

16. Economic Development

17. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

18. Head Start Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds

20. Public Defender

21. Purchasing

22. Road & Bridge

23. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

24. Veteran's Service Office

25. Water Utilities

5. Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

26. Discussion and possible action to approve the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-2030-001-461000 Materials & Supplies $10000 $600 $5600.54 $5000.54 From: 1001-2030-001-464010 Dues & Memberships $895 $595 $895.00 $300.00 From: 1001-2030-001-456005 Postage & Courier Service $1645 $700 $1167.83 $467.83 $1,895 To: 1001-2030-001-443000-035 Repairs & Maint. Equip. $4250 $1,000 $215.62 $1215.62 To: 1001-2030-001-458000 Administrative Travel $10,000 $895 $1864.57 $2759.57 $1,895 Issue: Increase budget to cover current and future expenditures. Solution: Approve line item request. Result: There will be sufficient funds in the accounts.

6. Human Resources

27. Discussion and possible action to review the final list of qualified applicants for the Risk Management Director position and to schedule interviews and/or select a candidate now, set the salary; and any other matters incident thereto. (Contingent on successful pre-employment process). [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.017(A)(B) (Consultation with Attorney) and Section 551.075 (Personnel Matters)]

8. Engineer

30. Discussion and possible action to approve a change order in the construction contract of the Webb County Fire Station (Los Botines) between Webb County and Hydroworks, Inc., for the installation of an On-site Sewage Facility at a cost of Twenty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Twenty Three Dollars and Thirty Three Cents ($28,423.33), with additional action to process a line item transfer from Accounts #1001-1130-001-431007-010 ($13,423.33) and #1001-3140-001-431009 ($15,000), and authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3140-001-470000] Issue: Soil contains large amounts of clay which will not work well with a conventional Septic System. The General Contractor's allowance for wastewater disposal was exceeded. Solution: An anaerobic sprinkler system will have to be installed in order to work well with clay materials. Result: Proceed with project.

9. Planning

31. Discussion and possible action to approve a temporary increase in the weekly work hours of a current temporary part-time employee to authorize said position to work as a temporary full-time position (without benefits) as needed to off-set increased demands for public services triggered by the absence a regular full-time employee out on “leave-without-pay” under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Funding to be provided through the payroll savings of the Administrative Assistant (Slot #1292) currently out on “leave-without-pay” status. Said action is effective immediately and will revert upon the return of the Administrative Assistant to regular, full-time duty. Issue: A department staff member is currently out on leave-without-pay under FMLA causing a critical disruption and backlog of office and administrative functions. Solution: Allow the current part-time employee to work full-time temporarily as needed to off-set the public service demands until such time as the regular, full-time staff member returns to regular, full-time duty. Result: If approved, the increased workloads and interruptions to departmental operations prompted by the absence of the Administrative Assistant will be lessened without additional financial burden.

10. Purchasing

32. Discussion and possible action to approve an order and resolution for the purpose of authorizing a public property finance contract issued under Local Government Code Section 271.005 (Authority to Contract for Personal Property) between Government Capital Corporation and Webb County for the purpose of financing law enforcement equipment and heavy equipment with a proposed financing term of Five (5) annual payments of $304,460.48 at an interest rate of 3.877%, with first annual payment due 12 months after signing; and authorizing the Civil/Legal division to prepare and finalize all related documents with final authorization from the County Judge; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Commissioners Court] Description Qty. Cost Marked & Unmarked Police Packages 20 $557,743.22 Mobile Radios APX 8500 17 $114,006.25 120M2 Motor Graders - Caterpiller 2 $557,137.42 John Deere Tractor w/cutter and loader (JD5100 E & JD 5075M Utility 2 $131,226.54 Total Equipment Cost: $1,360,113.43 Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure a financing option to purchase the necessary law enforcement equipment for 20 leased units for Sheriff and Constable Offices and Heavy Equipment. Solution: Approve the recommended financing option being provided by Government Capital Corporation for law enforcement equipment and heavy equipment for Road and Bridge Department. Result: Proceed with final purchase orders to outfit all 20 units and to purchase the motor graders and tractors required for Road and Bridge.

33. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of two (2) 2017 Caterpillar Motor Graders - 120M2 with a 5 year warranty from Holt Texas Ltd., DBA Holt CAT, for Road and Bridge operations, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program Texas Buy-Board # 424-13 in the amount of $557,137.42 [Requested by Jose Luis Neira, Road & Bridge Director; Account #2007-7150-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: Motor graders are needed for Road and Bridge operation. Previous leased units were returned to Holt Cat. End of lease. Solution: Purchase 2 motor graders. Funding will be provided through a finance contract with Government Capital Corporation. Cost of graders will be paid in 5 annual payments. Results: Obtain the needed equipment to run operation.

34. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of law enforcement equipment for twenty (20) leased vehicles for the Webb County Sheriff and Constables from Fleet Safety, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program Texas Buy-Board # 524-17 in the amount of $557,743.22. [Requested by Commissioners Court; Accounts #1001-3010-001-470000, #1001-3150-001-470000, #1001-3160-001-470000, #1001-3170-001-470000 and #1001-3180-001-470000] Issue: 20 leased units designated for law enforcement use require police package equipment. Solution: Consider approval of equipment required for law enforcement use. Result: Obtain the needed equipment to run law enforcement operations.

35. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of one (1) John Deere 5075M Utility Tractor with cutter and loader and one (1) John Deere 5100E Utility Tractor with Flex wing /cutter and loader from Deere and Company, for Road and Bridge operations, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program Texas Buy-Board # 529-17 in the amount of $131,226.54. [Requested by Jose Luis Neira, Road & Bridge Director; Account #2007-7150-001-470000 Capital Outlay] Issue: Tractors are needed for Road and Bridge operation. Currently a John Deere tractor will be expiring in July so a replacement will be needed to continue with maintenance. Solution: Purchase 2 John Deere Tractors. Funding will be provided through a finance contract with Government Capital Corporation. Cost of Tractors will be paid in 5 annual payments. Result: Obtain the needed equipment to run operation.

36. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of Seventeen (17) APX8500 All Band MP Mobile radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the Webb County Sheriff and Constables, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program HGAC #RA05-17 in the amount of $114,006.25. [Requested by Commissioners Court; Multiple Capital Outlay accounts] Issue: Radios are needed for law enforcement communication for new leased units. Solution: Purchase APX 8500 model for law enforcement use.Funding will be provided through a finance contract with Government Capital Corporation. Result: Obtain the needed equipment to run law enforcement operations.

28. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

37. Discussion and possible action to provide additional funding for Fuel & Lubricant line item in the amount of $7,500; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Account for Fuel & Lube has a negative balance and need additional funds to carry department until the end of fiscal year. Solution: Provide additional funds so line item can be positive and add funds till end of fiscal year. Result: Fuel & Lube line item will have enough funds so department can operate accordingly.

31. Honorable Norma Farabough, Tax-Assessor- Collector

38. Discussion and possible action to approve a resolution to impose an additional penalty for collection costs on ad valorem taxes that were due on or after June 1st and remain delinquent on August 1st, 2018, and all subsequent years, by the attorneys contracted to collect for Webb County and all other taxing entities for which Webb County collects ad valorem taxes, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. Issue: Pursuant to Section 33.08 of the Texas Property Tax Code, official action by the governing body must be taken in order to collect attorney's fees for ad valorem tax accounts that have the Split Payment Option and remain delinquent on August 1st. Solution: Approve and sign the resolution. Result: The County will be compliant with state law and be able to impose the additional penalty of attorney's fees.

32. Commissioners Court Administrator

39. Discussion and possible action to amend the contractual agreement for rental of the community centers owned by Webb County to include the reconsideration of the hours of operation, deposits for clean-up and damages and rental fees for the use of the facilities’ chairs and tables; and any other matters incident thereto.

40. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of an advertisement in the ByGeorge Magazine to promote tourism in Webb County during the Washington’s Birthday Celebration festivities in the amount of $2,395. The Webb County Commissioners Court would be featured on said advertisement. [Account #1001-1310-001-45400]

19. Juvenile Probation Department

a. Discussion and possible action to approve the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve $ -0- $21,000 $45,844.00 $ -0- 1001-1130-001-431007-005 Operational Reserve $24,844 $45,844 To: 1001-2450-001-443000-020 Repair & Maint. - Bldg. $22,100 $18,000 $6,119.05 $24,119.05 1001-2450-001-442001 Laundry & Linen $1,275 $3,000 $986.50 $3,986.50 1001-2450-001-410000 Payroll $2,500,232 $24,844 $807,619.09 $832,463.09 $45,844 Issue: Line item transfers needed to cover projected expenses and avoid shortfalls. Solution: Approve line item transfer. Result: Transfer will cover expenses.

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

41. Status report from county staff regarding current progress and timeline for completion of the following pending county projects; with discussion and possible action; and any other matters incident thereto: Fernando Salinas Community Center Espejo Gates/Mines Road Project Elevator replacements ADA- compliance items Parking lots on county properties HEB- TX-Mex Building Fire Station Septic System ROW acquisitions Colorado Acres Law Library

7. Civil Legal Division

28. Status report and discussion with possible action regarding the findings and recommendations issued by the Webb County Civil Service Commission on June 21, 2018 in relation to the grievance filed by employee #7140, slot #2811 against Margarita Ibarra, Webb County Clerk, and authorizing the County Judge to sign any relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive session is requested pursuant to §551.074 (Personnel Matters) Texas Government Code] [Co-sponsored by Alexandra Colessides, Civil Legal Division Director and Ernesto Guajardo, Human Resources Director]

29. Status report and with discussion and possible action regarding the findings and recommendations issued by the Webb County Civil Service Commission on June 21, 2018 in relation to the grievance filed by employee #010462, slot #0315 against Margarita Ibarra, Webb County Clerk, and authorizing the County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive session is requested pursuant to §551.074 (Personnel Matters) Texas Government Code] [Co-sponsored by Alexandra Colessides, Civil Legal Division Director and Ernesto Guajardo, Human Resources Director]

34. Presentations

42. Recognition of local high school seniors who were selected to receive $250 merit based scholarships on behalf of Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez and the Giving Tree of South Texas Foundation. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

43. Communications

44. Adjourn

Jun 25, 2018 Commissioners Court Meeting

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 25, 2018 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. Discussion and possible action for Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Reports (Auditor, Treasurer, Human Resources, Tax Assessor-Collector); and any other matters incident thereto.

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. Auditor

7. Building Maintenance

8. Civil Legal Division

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

12. Honorable Mike Villarreal, Constable Pct. 2

13. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

14. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

15. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

16. Economic Development

17. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

18. Head Start Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds

20. Public Defender

21. Purchasing

22. Road & Bridge

23. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

24. Veteran's Service Office

25. Water Utilities

5. Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

26. Discussion and possible action to approve the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-2030-001-461000 Materials & Supplies $10000 $600 $5600.54 $5000.54 From: 1001-2030-001-464010 Dues & Memberships $895 $595 $895.00 $300.00 From: 1001-2030-001-456005 Postage & Courier Service $1645 $700 $1167.83 $467.83 $1,895 To: 1001-2030-001-443000-035 Repairs & Maint. Equip. $4250 $1,000 $215.62 $1215.62 To: 1001-2030-001-458000 Administrative Travel $10,000 $895 $1864.57 $2759.57 $1,895 Issue: Increase budget to cover current and future expenditures. Solution: Approve line item request. Result: There will be sufficient funds in the accounts.

6. Human Resources

27. Discussion and possible action to review the final list of qualified applicants for the Risk Management Director position and to schedule interviews and/or select a candidate now, set the salary; and any other matters incident thereto. (Contingent on successful pre-employment process). [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.017(A)(B) (Consultation with Attorney) and Section 551.075 (Personnel Matters)]

8. Engineer

30. Discussion and possible action to approve a change order in the construction contract of the Webb County Fire Station (Los Botines) between Webb County and Hydroworks, Inc., for the installation of an On-site Sewage Facility at a cost of Twenty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred Twenty Three Dollars and Thirty Three Cents ($28,423.33), with additional action to process a line item transfer from Accounts #1001-1130-001-431007-010 ($13,423.33) and #1001-3140-001-431009 ($15,000), and authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3140-001-470000] Issue: Soil contains large amounts of clay which will not work well with a conventional Septic System. The General Contractor's allowance for wastewater disposal was exceeded. Solution: An anaerobic sprinkler system will have to be installed in order to work well with clay materials. Result: Proceed with project.

9. Planning

31. Discussion and possible action to approve a temporary increase in the weekly work hours of a current temporary part-time employee to authorize said position to work as a temporary full-time position (without benefits) as needed to off-set increased demands for public services triggered by the absence a regular full-time employee out on “leave-without-pay” under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Funding to be provided through the payroll savings of the Administrative Assistant (Slot #1292) currently out on “leave-without-pay” status. Said action is effective immediately and will revert upon the return of the Administrative Assistant to regular, full-time duty. Issue: A department staff member is currently out on leave-without-pay under FMLA causing a critical disruption and backlog of office and administrative functions. Solution: Allow the current part-time employee to work full-time temporarily as needed to off-set the public service demands until such time as the regular, full-time staff member returns to regular, full-time duty. Result: If approved, the increased workloads and interruptions to departmental operations prompted by the absence of the Administrative Assistant will be lessened without additional financial burden.

10. Purchasing

32. Discussion and possible action to approve an order and resolution for the purpose of authorizing a public property finance contract issued under Local Government Code Section 271.005 (Authority to Contract for Personal Property) between Government Capital Corporation and Webb County for the purpose of financing law enforcement equipment and heavy equipment with a proposed financing term of Five (5) annual payments of $304,460.48 at an interest rate of 3.877%, with first annual payment due 12 months after signing; and authorizing the Civil/Legal division to prepare and finalize all related documents with final authorization from the County Judge; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Commissioners Court] Description Qty. Cost Marked & Unmarked Police Packages 20 $557,743.22 Mobile Radios APX 8500 17 $114,006.25 120M2 Motor Graders - Caterpiller 2 $557,137.42 John Deere Tractor w/cutter and loader (JD5100 E & JD 5075M Utility 2 $131,226.54 Total Equipment Cost: $1,360,113.43 Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure a financing option to purchase the necessary law enforcement equipment for 20 leased units for Sheriff and Constable Offices and Heavy Equipment. Solution: Approve the recommended financing option being provided by Government Capital Corporation for law enforcement equipment and heavy equipment for Road and Bridge Department. Result: Proceed with final purchase orders to outfit all 20 units and to purchase the motor graders and tractors required for Road and Bridge.

33. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of two (2) 2017 Caterpillar Motor Graders - 120M2 with a 5 year warranty from Holt Texas Ltd., DBA Holt CAT, for Road and Bridge operations, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program Texas Buy-Board # 424-13 in the amount of $557,137.42 [Requested by Jose Luis Neira, Road & Bridge Director; Account #2007-7150-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)] Issue: Motor graders are needed for Road and Bridge operation. Previous leased units were returned to Holt Cat. End of lease. Solution: Purchase 2 motor graders. Funding will be provided through a finance contract with Government Capital Corporation. Cost of graders will be paid in 5 annual payments. Results: Obtain the needed equipment to run operation.

34. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of law enforcement equipment for twenty (20) leased vehicles for the Webb County Sheriff and Constables from Fleet Safety, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program Texas Buy-Board # 524-17 in the amount of $557,743.22. [Requested by Commissioners Court; Accounts #1001-3010-001-470000, #1001-3150-001-470000, #1001-3160-001-470000, #1001-3170-001-470000 and #1001-3180-001-470000] Issue: 20 leased units designated for law enforcement use require police package equipment. Solution: Consider approval of equipment required for law enforcement use. Result: Obtain the needed equipment to run law enforcement operations.

35. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of one (1) John Deere 5075M Utility Tractor with cutter and loader and one (1) John Deere 5100E Utility Tractor with Flex wing /cutter and loader from Deere and Company, for Road and Bridge operations, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program Texas Buy-Board # 529-17 in the amount of $131,226.54. [Requested by Jose Luis Neira, Road & Bridge Director; Account #2007-7150-001-470000 Capital Outlay] Issue: Tractors are needed for Road and Bridge operation. Currently a John Deere tractor will be expiring in July so a replacement will be needed to continue with maintenance. Solution: Purchase 2 John Deere Tractors. Funding will be provided through a finance contract with Government Capital Corporation. Cost of Tractors will be paid in 5 annual payments. Result: Obtain the needed equipment to run operation.

36. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of Seventeen (17) APX8500 All Band MP Mobile radios from Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the Webb County Sheriff and Constables, pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program HGAC #RA05-17 in the amount of $114,006.25. [Requested by Commissioners Court; Multiple Capital Outlay accounts] Issue: Radios are needed for law enforcement communication for new leased units. Solution: Purchase APX 8500 model for law enforcement use.Funding will be provided through a finance contract with Government Capital Corporation. Result: Obtain the needed equipment to run law enforcement operations.

28. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

37. Discussion and possible action to provide additional funding for Fuel & Lubricant line item in the amount of $7,500; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Account for Fuel & Lube has a negative balance and need additional funds to carry department until the end of fiscal year. Solution: Provide additional funds so line item can be positive and add funds till end of fiscal year. Result: Fuel & Lube line item will have enough funds so department can operate accordingly.

31. Honorable Norma Farabough, Tax-Assessor- Collector

38. Discussion and possible action to approve a resolution to impose an additional penalty for collection costs on ad valorem taxes that were due on or after June 1st and remain delinquent on August 1st, 2018, and all subsequent years, by the attorneys contracted to collect for Webb County and all other taxing entities for which Webb County collects ad valorem taxes, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. Issue: Pursuant to Section 33.08 of the Texas Property Tax Code, official action by the governing body must be taken in order to collect attorney's fees for ad valorem tax accounts that have the Split Payment Option and remain delinquent on August 1st. Solution: Approve and sign the resolution. Result: The County will be compliant with state law and be able to impose the additional penalty of attorney's fees.

32. Commissioners Court Administrator

39. Discussion and possible action to amend the contractual agreement for rental of the community centers owned by Webb County to include the reconsideration of the hours of operation, deposits for clean-up and damages and rental fees for the use of the facilities’ chairs and tables; and any other matters incident thereto.

40. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of an advertisement in the ByGeorge Magazine to promote tourism in Webb County during the Washington’s Birthday Celebration festivities in the amount of $2,395. The Webb County Commissioners Court would be featured on said advertisement. [Account #1001-1310-001-45400]

19. Juvenile Probation Department

a. Discussion and possible action to approve the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve $ -0- $21,000 $45,844.00 $ -0- 1001-1130-001-431007-005 Operational Reserve $24,844 $45,844 To: 1001-2450-001-443000-020 Repair & Maint. - Bldg. $22,100 $18,000 $6,119.05 $24,119.05 1001-2450-001-442001 Laundry & Linen $1,275 $3,000 $986.50 $3,986.50 1001-2450-001-410000 Payroll $2,500,232 $24,844 $807,619.09 $832,463.09 $45,844 Issue: Line item transfers needed to cover projected expenses and avoid shortfalls. Solution: Approve line item transfer. Result: Transfer will cover expenses.

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

41. Status report from county staff regarding current progress and timeline for completion of the following pending county projects; with discussion and possible action; and any other matters incident thereto: Fernando Salinas Community Center Espejo Gates/Mines Road Project Elevator replacements ADA- compliance items Parking lots on county properties HEB- TX-Mex Building Fire Station Septic System ROW acquisitions Colorado Acres Law Library

7. Civil Legal Division

28. Status report and discussion with possible action regarding the findings and recommendations issued by the Webb County Civil Service Commission on June 21, 2018 in relation to the grievance filed by employee #7140, slot #2811 against Margarita Ibarra, Webb County Clerk, and authorizing the County Judge to sign any relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive session is requested pursuant to §551.074 (Personnel Matters) Texas Government Code] [Co-sponsored by Alexandra Colessides, Civil Legal Division Director and Ernesto Guajardo, Human Resources Director]

29. Status report and with discussion and possible action regarding the findings and recommendations issued by the Webb County Civil Service Commission on June 21, 2018 in relation to the grievance filed by employee #010462, slot #0315 against Margarita Ibarra, Webb County Clerk, and authorizing the County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive session is requested pursuant to §551.074 (Personnel Matters) Texas Government Code] [Co-sponsored by Alexandra Colessides, Civil Legal Division Director and Ernesto Guajardo, Human Resources Director]

34. Presentations

42. Recognition of local high school seniors who were selected to receive $250 merit based scholarships on behalf of Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez and the Giving Tree of South Texas Foundation. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

43. Communications

44. Adjourn

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 25, 2018 9:00 a.m.

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation

3. Discussion and possible action for Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Reports (Auditor, Treasurer, Human Resources, Tax Assessor-Collector); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

6. Auditor

7. Building Maintenance

8. Civil Legal Division

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

12. Honorable Mike Villarreal, Constable Pct. 2

13. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

14. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

15. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

16. Economic Development

17. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

18. Head Start Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds

20. Public Defender

21. Purchasing

22. Road & Bridge

23. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

24. Veteran's Service Office

25. Water Utilities

42. Recognition of local high school seniors who were selected to receive $250 merit based scholarships on behalf of Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez and the Giving Tree of South Texas Foundation. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

43. Communications

44. Adjourn

Jun 25, 2018 Commissioners Court Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 25, 2018 9:00 a.m.

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

2. Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation

3. Discussion and possible action for Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Reports (Auditor, Treasurer, Human Resources, Tax Assessor-Collector); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Honorable Oscar Hale, 406th District Court Judge

6. Auditor

7. Building Maintenance

8. Civil Legal Division

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

12. Honorable Mike Villarreal, Constable Pct. 2

13. Honorable Marco Montemayor, County Attorney

14. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

15. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

16. Economic Development

17. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

18. Head Start Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds

20. Public Defender

21. Purchasing

22. Road & Bridge

23. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

24. Veteran's Service Office

25. Water Utilities

42. Recognition of local high school seniors who were selected to receive $250 merit based scholarships on behalf of Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez and the Giving Tree of South Texas Foundation. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

43. Communications

44. Adjourn

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