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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); 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. Auditor

6. Casa Blanca Golf Course

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Business Office

11. Community Action Agency

12. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

13. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

14. Honorable Hugo Martinez, County Court at Law 1 Judge

15. Honorable Victor Villarreal, County Court at Law 2 Judge

16. Economic Development

17. Indigent Healthcare Services

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

19. Purchasing

20. Water Utilities

21. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

h. Discussion and possible action to enter into a twelve (12) month (September 30, 2018 through September 29, 2019) Professional Services Agreement between Jesse Gerardo Hernandez and Webb County for the 406th District Court Adult Drug Court Program to evaluate and monitor program participants at a monthly cost not to exceed Two Thousand Eighty Three Dollars ($2,083.00) and a total cost not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court] (Part 1 of 3)

m. Discussion and possible action to approve a Substance Abuse Treatment Services Operation Agreement between People with Ideas of Love, Liberty, Acceptance, and Respect (P.I.L.L.A.R.) and Webb County for the 406th Judicial District Adult Drug Court Program, Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Grant Fund Number 1H79TI081059-1 for a term of one year commencing September 30, 2018 thru September 29, 2019, for professional counseling services for eligible court participants at a cost not to exceed Seventy Six Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($6,250.00) per month with a total cost not to exceed Seventy Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000.00) over the term of the agreement; and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court] (Part 1 of 2)

h. Discussion and possible action to enter into a twelve (12) month (September 30, 2018 through September 29, 2019) Professional Services Agreement between Jesse Gerardo Hernandez and Webb County for the 406th District Court Adult Drug Court Program to evaluate and monitor program participants at a monthly cost not to exceed Two Thousand Eighty Three Dollars ($2,083.00) and a total cost not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court] (Part 2 of 3)

z. Discussion and possible action to approve a 2018-2019 systems support agreement between SHI Government Solutions and Webb County. The effective date will be October 1, 2018, and will terminate on September 30, 2019. The total cost of the program will be Seven Thousand Four Hundred Eighty Two Dollars and Eighty-Four cents ($7,482.84) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #1001-1280-001-443000-110 Repairs and Maintenance Software]

b. Discussion and possible action to award the following contracts: Bid 2019-01 Annual Contract for Auto Parts – The Pep Boys, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Family Chevrolet, Andy’s Auto & Bus Air, Fleetpride, Rotex Truck Center, C.C, Battery Co., Southern Tire Mart (Tires), The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Bid 2019-03 Annual Contract for Electrical Supplies – 3G Electric Supply Inc., CED Laredo Bid 2019-04 Annual Contract for Flexible Base – Rock N Roll Caliche Sales LLC, Julio Perez (El Tahoe Ranch) Bid 2019-05 Annual Contract for Fuel – Arguindegui Oil Co. II Ltd., Sun Coast Resources Bid 2019-06 Annual Contract for Janitorial Supplies – Gulf Coast Paper Co., Patria Office Supply, Executive Office Supply, TexChem Corp., HillYard Texas, Groupo GTE, Interboro Packaging Corp., SiteOne Landscape Supply, Unipak Corp. Bid 2019-07 Annual Contract for Machine Shop Repair – Laredo Machine Shop Bid 2019-09 Annual Contract for Motor Rewinds – Delta House Electric & Motor Rewinds, Ramsa Electromechanic Inc. Bid 2019-10 Annual Contract for Office Supplies – Staples Business Advantage, Patria Office Supply, Executive Office Supply, Office Depot Inc., Gulf Coast Paper, LD Products Inc., Amsterdam Printing & Litho Inc., The Library Store, School Outfitters Bid 2019-11 Annual Contract for Outdoor Advertising – Lamar Outdoor Advertising Bid 2019-12 Annual Contract for Pharmaceutical Supplies – Diamond Drugs Inc. Bid 2019-15 Annual Contract for Uniforms (Civilian Personnel Only) – GA Advertising, The Sports Center of Laredo, Kirkpatrick Guns & Ammo Issue: The Annual Contracts listed above are set to expire 09/30/2018. Solution: The Purchasing Agent solicited for new contracts. Result: Annual Contracts will provide more vendor options, stable, lowest available and cost efficient prices from responsible bidders for Webb County.

Items 7H (Part 3 of 3), 7M (Part 2 of 2), 5, & 6

h. Discussion and possible action to enter into a twelve (12) month (September 30, 2018 through September 29, 2019) Professional Services Agreement between Jesse Gerardo Hernandez and Webb County for the 406th District Court Adult Drug Court Program to evaluate and monitor program participants at a monthly cost not to exceed Two Thousand Eighty Three Dollars ($2,083.00) and a total cost not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court]

m. Discussion and possible action to approve a Substance Abuse Treatment Services Operation Agreement between People with Ideas of Love, Liberty, Acceptance, and Respect (P.I.L.L.A.R.) and Webb County for the 406th Judicial District Adult Drug Court Program, Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Grant Fund Number 1H79TI081059-1 for a term of one year commencing September 30, 2018 thru September 29, 2019, for professional counseling services for eligible court participants at a cost not to exceed Seventy Six Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($6,250.00) per month with a total cost not to exceed Seventy Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000.00) over the term of the agreement; and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court]

5. Economic Development

6. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

Closed Session/Executive Session

42. Status report from civil legal division regarding recent lawsuit filed by Laredo Veterans Coalition against Webb County; with discussion and possible action; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)]

7. Purchasing

24. Status report with discussion and possible action on replacing all law enforcement units with 90,000 miles or more, with further possible action to select an option to purchase or lease forty-four (44) law enforcement units as presented by the Purchasing Agent or any quantity as authorized by Commissioners' Court and further authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Commissioners Court] Issue: During a special called meeting Commissioners' Court requested that all law enforcement units exceeding 90,000 miles be replaced with new units possibly through a leasing program or other options the Court may consider and approve. Solution: Review options provided by the Purchasing Agent to either lease or purchase all 44 units exceeding 90,000 miles or any quantity of units as authorized by Commissioners Court. Result: Replace high mileage Law Enforcement units as directed by the Court. This will provide safer patrol units for County law enforcement officers and have a positive impact on the quality of public service provided to the Citizens of Webb County.

8. Risk Management

25. Discussion and possible action to approve plan design changes to the Webb County Employee Health Plan for plan year 2019; and any other matters incident thereto: Issue: The plan design that currently governs the County's health insurance benefits is outdated and has significantly contributed to the ever increasing deficits in the County's self-insured health fund. Changes in benefits to match current trends in the health insurance industry are needed to help the County remain with the budgeted amount for the health plan. Solution: 1) Wellness program funding increased from $2,000 to $50,000.00. 2) Change Pharmacy formulary from open formulary to four (4) tier Aetna formulary (Projected savings ($162,000.00 for 2019. Result: By making changes to the plan, the County Will reduce deficits in the fund and stay within amounts budgeted for the self-insured health plan.

26. Discussion and possible action to award renewal contract to McGriff, Seibles & Williams of Texas, Inc., for the School Leaders Errors & Omissions Insurance coverage, and the Pollution and Storage Tank Liability Insurance coverage, effective October 1, 2018 thru September 30, 2019, with an approximate total premium of Twenty Five Thousand Five Hundred Seventy three Dollars and Ninety-five cents ($25,573.95) without Terrorism (optional and additional). With Terrorism total premium will be $26,507.95 (Twenty-six Thousand Five Hundred Seven dollars and Ninety-Five Cents), and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account Number 1001-1180-001-452012 (Property Casualty Premiums)]

27. Discussion and possible action to award renewal contract to USI for Property/Casualty, Liability Insurance, Excess Workers Compensation, Aviation Liability & Hull insurance and Boiler & Machinery Equipment Breakdown Insurance and with the option to decline TRI Terrorism coverage from USI (Broker), and also with the option to decline New coverage offered (Active Shooter & Malicious Attack) through the following insurance carriers for a total of no more without Active Shooter and without Terrorism for a total of $773,355.90 (Seven Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Three hundred Fifty-Five dollars and Ninety cents). Total premium for Active Shooter and Terrorism is $796,206.90 (Seven Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Two Hundred Six and Ninety cents) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #1001-1180-001-452012 (Property & Casualty Premium) and #6200-1090-001-452013 (Property & Casualty Premium) * XL Catlin * National Union * Travelers Casualty * Lloyd's of London * Safety National Casualty * First Specialty Insurance * Amwins

9. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

28. Public hearing to consider and discuss the Archival Plan for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 for funding of the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk. This Plan includes a Records Archive Fee of $10.00 effective September 1,2013 through September 1, 2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025. [Account #2003-2310] CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

29. Discussion and possible action to approve the Archival Plan for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 for funding of the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk. This plan includes a Records Archive Fee of $10.00 effective September 1, 2013 through September 1, 2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025. [Account #2003-2310]

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING (Part 1 of 2)

30. 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 of $10.00 to preserve and restore district court records, effective January 1, 2019. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

11. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

32. Discussion and possible action to provide additional funding for Fuel & Lubricant line item in the amount of $6,500; 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.

12. Honorable Norma Farabough, Tax-Assessor- Collector

33. Discussion and possible action to approve four (4) Interlocal Agreements between Webb County and Laredo College, City of Rio Bravo, City of El Cenizo, and Webb County Drainage District No. 1 to collect the ad valorem taxes for these entities, and authorizing the County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents.

Budget Officers

34. Discussion and possible action to approve the county Voluntary Separation Plan and approve the Eighteen (18) contracts signed by county employees with an effective date of September 28, 2018 for a total payout amount of $236,602.08 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-005 ([Payroll Reserve)]

35. Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt the Webb County Budget & Fiscal Policies with possible action to amend if necessary; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: The budget office needed to have a set budget and fiscal policy in place to conduct county business. Solution: The approval of the policy will give elected officials and department heads direction on how funds can be used and allocated. Result: Any concerns with budget and financial information can be addressed with this policy.

14. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 1 of 2)

36. Discussion and possible action to adopt Commissioners Court Order setting the salaries and allowances of elected county officers in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 152.013 as follows (No proposed increase on Elected Officials salaries): Judge Tano E. Tijerina $101,709.00 Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez $78,126.00 Commissioner Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina $78,126.00 Commissioner John C. Galo $78,126.00 Commissioner Jaime A. Canales $78,126.00 Tax Assessor Collector Norma Farabough $116,027.00 Judge Jose A. Lopez $15,600.00 Judge Monica Z. Notzon $18,000.00 Judge Rebecca Ramirez Palomo $18,000.00 Judge Oscar J. Hale, Jr. $18,000.00 Judge Victor Villarreal $158,000.00 Judge Hugo Martinez $158,000.00 Judge Hector J. Liendo $85,075.00 Judge Oscar R. Liendo $85,075.00 Judge Ramiro Veliz, Jr. $85,075.00 Judge Danny Dominguez $85,075.00 Judge Alfredo Garcia, Jr. $85,075.00 Judge Jose “Pepe” Salinas $85,075.00 District Attorney Isidro R. Alaniz $51,244.00 County Attorney Marco A. Montemayor $144,684.00 District Clerk Esther Degollado $108,839.00 County Clerk Margie Ramirez Ibarra $108,839.00 Sheriff Martin Cuellar $134,313.00* Treasurer Delia Perales $108,839.00 Constable Rodolfo Rodriguez $91,741.00 * Constable Mike Villarreal $79,391.00 Constable Adrian Cortez $79,391.00 Constable Harold DeVally $79,391.00 Includes a supplement in the amount of $4,800 for Juvenile Board *Includes a supplement in the amount of $12,350 for Operational Allowance **Includes a supplement in the amount of $3,640 HB9 Texas Legislature PUBLIC HEARING

37. Public Hearing to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government code Section 111.067. At the Conclusion of the Public Hearing, the Commissioners Court shall take action on the proposed budget pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.068. This budget will raise more total property taxes than last year’s budget by $6,855,767 (8.78%) and of that amount, $1,318,398 is tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING (Part 2 of 2)

30. 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 of $10.00 to preserve and restore district court records, effective January 1, 2019. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

14. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 2 of 2)

37. Public Hearing to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government code Section 111.067. At the Conclusion of the Public Hearing, the Commissioners Court shall take action on the proposed budget pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.068. This budget will raise more total property taxes than last year’s budget by $6,855,767 (8.78%) and of that amount, $1,318,398 is tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

38. Discussion and possible action to adopt the county budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 pursuant to Chapter 111 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Court may make any modifications to the proposed budget that it considers warranted by law and required by the interest of the taxpayers by majority vote. 38. (A) Discussion and possible action to itemize and set fees by Order as part of the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 budget preparation process for the county’s floodplain management program including but not limited to determinations, development permits, certifications and inspections as prescribed by the provisions of Section 16.324, Texas Water Code.

39. Discussion and possible action to ratify, adopt and approve the property tax revenue increase reflected in the proposed budget that required raising more revenue from property taxes than in the previous year as required by Texas Local Government Code 111.068, and executing an Order adopting the property tax rate for fiscal year 2018-2019.

40. Discussion and possible action to designate the following meeting dates and times on which the Commissioners Court shall convene in regular term each month during Fiscal Year 2018-2019 pursuant to Section 81.005, Texas Local Government Code. All meetings shall start at 9:00 a.m. The Court may convene on any other day as deemed necessary and as authorized by law. Commissioners Court may at its discretion, re-schedule meeting dates and times if necessary. October 9, 2018 (Tuesday) October 22, 2018 November 13, 2018 (Tuesday) November 26, 2018 December 10, 2018 January 14, 2019 January 28, 2019 February 11, 2019 February 25, 2019 March 11, 2019 March 25, 2019 April 8, 2019 April 23, 2019 (Tuesday) May 13, 2019 May 28, 2019 (Tuesday) June 10, 2019 June 24, 2019 July 8, 2019 July 22, 2019 August 12, 2019 August 26, 2019 September 9, 2019 September 23, 2019

41. Discussion and possible action to approve the proposed holiday schedule for Fiscal Year 2018-2019; and any other matters incident thereto. Columbus Day October 8, 2018 (Monday) Veteran’s Day November 12, 2018 (Monday) Thanksgiving November 22 & 23, 2018 (Thursday & Friday) Christmas December 25, 2018 (Tuesday) New Year’s Day January 1, 2019 (Tuesday) Martin Luther King January 21, 2019 (Monday) President’s Day February 18, 2019 (Monday) Easter April 22, 2019 (Monday) Memorial Day May 27, 2019 (Monday) Independence Day July 4, 2019 (Thursday) Labor Day September 2, 2019 (Monday) *Four (4) Personal Holidays will be approved for this fiscal year County Offices MAY BE OPERATED ON A SKELETON CREW ON DECEMBER 24TH and DECEMBER 31, 2018, APRIL 19, 2019 (Good Friday). COMPENSATORY TIME/ANNUAL LEAVE OR PERSONAL HOLIDAY (NO SICK LEAVE) MAY BE USED BY EMPLOYEES DESIRING TO TAKE LEAVE ON THESE DAYS SUBJECT TO PUBLIC OFFICIAL/DEPARTMENT HEAD DISCRETION.

44. Adjourn

Sep 10, 2018 Commissioners Court Meeting

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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); 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. Auditor

6. Casa Blanca Golf Course

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Business Office

11. Community Action Agency

12. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

13. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

14. Honorable Hugo Martinez, County Court at Law 1 Judge

15. Honorable Victor Villarreal, County Court at Law 2 Judge

16. Economic Development

17. Indigent Healthcare Services

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

19. Purchasing

20. Water Utilities

21. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

h. Discussion and possible action to enter into a twelve (12) month (September 30, 2018 through September 29, 2019) Professional Services Agreement between Jesse Gerardo Hernandez and Webb County for the 406th District Court Adult Drug Court Program to evaluate and monitor program participants at a monthly cost not to exceed Two Thousand Eighty Three Dollars ($2,083.00) and a total cost not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court] (Part 1 of 3)

m. Discussion and possible action to approve a Substance Abuse Treatment Services Operation Agreement between People with Ideas of Love, Liberty, Acceptance, and Respect (P.I.L.L.A.R.) and Webb County for the 406th Judicial District Adult Drug Court Program, Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Grant Fund Number 1H79TI081059-1 for a term of one year commencing September 30, 2018 thru September 29, 2019, for professional counseling services for eligible court participants at a cost not to exceed Seventy Six Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($6,250.00) per month with a total cost not to exceed Seventy Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000.00) over the term of the agreement; and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court] (Part 1 of 2)

h. Discussion and possible action to enter into a twelve (12) month (September 30, 2018 through September 29, 2019) Professional Services Agreement between Jesse Gerardo Hernandez and Webb County for the 406th District Court Adult Drug Court Program to evaluate and monitor program participants at a monthly cost not to exceed Two Thousand Eighty Three Dollars ($2,083.00) and a total cost not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court] (Part 2 of 3)

z. Discussion and possible action to approve a 2018-2019 systems support agreement between SHI Government Solutions and Webb County. The effective date will be October 1, 2018, and will terminate on September 30, 2019. The total cost of the program will be Seven Thousand Four Hundred Eighty Two Dollars and Eighty-Four cents ($7,482.84) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rafael Pena, Information Technology Director; Account #1001-1280-001-443000-110 Repairs and Maintenance Software]

b. Discussion and possible action to award the following contracts: Bid 2019-01 Annual Contract for Auto Parts – The Pep Boys, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Family Chevrolet, Andy’s Auto & Bus Air, Fleetpride, Rotex Truck Center, C.C, Battery Co., Southern Tire Mart (Tires), The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Bid 2019-03 Annual Contract for Electrical Supplies – 3G Electric Supply Inc., CED Laredo Bid 2019-04 Annual Contract for Flexible Base – Rock N Roll Caliche Sales LLC, Julio Perez (El Tahoe Ranch) Bid 2019-05 Annual Contract for Fuel – Arguindegui Oil Co. II Ltd., Sun Coast Resources Bid 2019-06 Annual Contract for Janitorial Supplies – Gulf Coast Paper Co., Patria Office Supply, Executive Office Supply, TexChem Corp., HillYard Texas, Groupo GTE, Interboro Packaging Corp., SiteOne Landscape Supply, Unipak Corp. Bid 2019-07 Annual Contract for Machine Shop Repair – Laredo Machine Shop Bid 2019-09 Annual Contract for Motor Rewinds – Delta House Electric & Motor Rewinds, Ramsa Electromechanic Inc. Bid 2019-10 Annual Contract for Office Supplies – Staples Business Advantage, Patria Office Supply, Executive Office Supply, Office Depot Inc., Gulf Coast Paper, LD Products Inc., Amsterdam Printing & Litho Inc., The Library Store, School Outfitters Bid 2019-11 Annual Contract for Outdoor Advertising – Lamar Outdoor Advertising Bid 2019-12 Annual Contract for Pharmaceutical Supplies – Diamond Drugs Inc. Bid 2019-15 Annual Contract for Uniforms (Civilian Personnel Only) – GA Advertising, The Sports Center of Laredo, Kirkpatrick Guns & Ammo Issue: The Annual Contracts listed above are set to expire 09/30/2018. Solution: The Purchasing Agent solicited for new contracts. Result: Annual Contracts will provide more vendor options, stable, lowest available and cost efficient prices from responsible bidders for Webb County.

Items 7H (Part 3 of 3), 7M (Part 2 of 2), 5, & 6

h. Discussion and possible action to enter into a twelve (12) month (September 30, 2018 through September 29, 2019) Professional Services Agreement between Jesse Gerardo Hernandez and Webb County for the 406th District Court Adult Drug Court Program to evaluate and monitor program participants at a monthly cost not to exceed Two Thousand Eighty Three Dollars ($2,083.00) and a total cost not to exceed Twenty Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court]

m. Discussion and possible action to approve a Substance Abuse Treatment Services Operation Agreement between People with Ideas of Love, Liberty, Acceptance, and Respect (P.I.L.L.A.R.) and Webb County for the 406th Judicial District Adult Drug Court Program, Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Grant Fund Number 1H79TI081059-1 for a term of one year commencing September 30, 2018 thru September 29, 2019, for professional counseling services for eligible court participants at a cost not to exceed Seventy Six Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($6,250.00) per month with a total cost not to exceed Seventy Five Thousand Dollars ($75,000.00) over the term of the agreement; and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Judge Oscar Hale, 406th District Court]

5. Economic Development

6. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

Closed Session/Executive Session

42. Status report from civil legal division regarding recent lawsuit filed by Laredo Veterans Coalition against Webb County; with discussion and possible action; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)]

7. Purchasing

24. Status report with discussion and possible action on replacing all law enforcement units with 90,000 miles or more, with further possible action to select an option to purchase or lease forty-four (44) law enforcement units as presented by the Purchasing Agent or any quantity as authorized by Commissioners' Court and further authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Commissioners Court] Issue: During a special called meeting Commissioners' Court requested that all law enforcement units exceeding 90,000 miles be replaced with new units possibly through a leasing program or other options the Court may consider and approve. Solution: Review options provided by the Purchasing Agent to either lease or purchase all 44 units exceeding 90,000 miles or any quantity of units as authorized by Commissioners Court. Result: Replace high mileage Law Enforcement units as directed by the Court. This will provide safer patrol units for County law enforcement officers and have a positive impact on the quality of public service provided to the Citizens of Webb County.

8. Risk Management

25. Discussion and possible action to approve plan design changes to the Webb County Employee Health Plan for plan year 2019; and any other matters incident thereto: Issue: The plan design that currently governs the County's health insurance benefits is outdated and has significantly contributed to the ever increasing deficits in the County's self-insured health fund. Changes in benefits to match current trends in the health insurance industry are needed to help the County remain with the budgeted amount for the health plan. Solution: 1) Wellness program funding increased from $2,000 to $50,000.00. 2) Change Pharmacy formulary from open formulary to four (4) tier Aetna formulary (Projected savings ($162,000.00 for 2019. Result: By making changes to the plan, the County Will reduce deficits in the fund and stay within amounts budgeted for the self-insured health plan.

26. Discussion and possible action to award renewal contract to McGriff, Seibles & Williams of Texas, Inc., for the School Leaders Errors & Omissions Insurance coverage, and the Pollution and Storage Tank Liability Insurance coverage, effective October 1, 2018 thru September 30, 2019, with an approximate total premium of Twenty Five Thousand Five Hundred Seventy three Dollars and Ninety-five cents ($25,573.95) without Terrorism (optional and additional). With Terrorism total premium will be $26,507.95 (Twenty-six Thousand Five Hundred Seven dollars and Ninety-Five Cents), and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account Number 1001-1180-001-452012 (Property Casualty Premiums)]

27. Discussion and possible action to award renewal contract to USI for Property/Casualty, Liability Insurance, Excess Workers Compensation, Aviation Liability & Hull insurance and Boiler & Machinery Equipment Breakdown Insurance and with the option to decline TRI Terrorism coverage from USI (Broker), and also with the option to decline New coverage offered (Active Shooter & Malicious Attack) through the following insurance carriers for a total of no more without Active Shooter and without Terrorism for a total of $773,355.90 (Seven Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Three hundred Fifty-Five dollars and Ninety cents). Total premium for Active Shooter and Terrorism is $796,206.90 (Seven Hundred Ninety-Six Thousand Two Hundred Six and Ninety cents) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #1001-1180-001-452012 (Property & Casualty Premium) and #6200-1090-001-452013 (Property & Casualty Premium) * XL Catlin * National Union * Travelers Casualty * Lloyd's of London * Safety National Casualty * First Specialty Insurance * Amwins

9. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING

28. Public hearing to consider and discuss the Archival Plan for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 for funding of the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk. This Plan includes a Records Archive Fee of $10.00 effective September 1,2013 through September 1, 2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025. [Account #2003-2310] CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

29. Discussion and possible action to approve the Archival Plan for Fiscal Year 2018-2019 for funding of the automation project and records management and preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk. This plan includes a Records Archive Fee of $10.00 effective September 1, 2013 through September 1, 2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025. [Account #2003-2310]

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING (Part 1 of 2)

30. 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 of $10.00 to preserve and restore district court records, effective January 1, 2019. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

11. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

32. Discussion and possible action to provide additional funding for Fuel & Lubricant line item in the amount of $6,500; 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.

12. Honorable Norma Farabough, Tax-Assessor- Collector

33. Discussion and possible action to approve four (4) Interlocal Agreements between Webb County and Laredo College, City of Rio Bravo, City of El Cenizo, and Webb County Drainage District No. 1 to collect the ad valorem taxes for these entities, and authorizing the County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents.

Budget Officers

34. Discussion and possible action to approve the county Voluntary Separation Plan and approve the Eighteen (18) contracts signed by county employees with an effective date of September 28, 2018 for a total payout amount of $236,602.08 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-005 ([Payroll Reserve)]

35. Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt the Webb County Budget & Fiscal Policies with possible action to amend if necessary; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: The budget office needed to have a set budget and fiscal policy in place to conduct county business. Solution: The approval of the policy will give elected officials and department heads direction on how funds can be used and allocated. Result: Any concerns with budget and financial information can be addressed with this policy.

14. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 1 of 2)

36. Discussion and possible action to adopt Commissioners Court Order setting the salaries and allowances of elected county officers in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 152.013 as follows (No proposed increase on Elected Officials salaries): Judge Tano E. Tijerina $101,709.00 Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez $78,126.00 Commissioner Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina $78,126.00 Commissioner John C. Galo $78,126.00 Commissioner Jaime A. Canales $78,126.00 Tax Assessor Collector Norma Farabough $116,027.00 Judge Jose A. Lopez $15,600.00 Judge Monica Z. Notzon $18,000.00 Judge Rebecca Ramirez Palomo $18,000.00 Judge Oscar J. Hale, Jr. $18,000.00 Judge Victor Villarreal $158,000.00 Judge Hugo Martinez $158,000.00 Judge Hector J. Liendo $85,075.00 Judge Oscar R. Liendo $85,075.00 Judge Ramiro Veliz, Jr. $85,075.00 Judge Danny Dominguez $85,075.00 Judge Alfredo Garcia, Jr. $85,075.00 Judge Jose “Pepe” Salinas $85,075.00 District Attorney Isidro R. Alaniz $51,244.00 County Attorney Marco A. Montemayor $144,684.00 District Clerk Esther Degollado $108,839.00 County Clerk Margie Ramirez Ibarra $108,839.00 Sheriff Martin Cuellar $134,313.00* Treasurer Delia Perales $108,839.00 Constable Rodolfo Rodriguez $91,741.00 * Constable Mike Villarreal $79,391.00 Constable Adrian Cortez $79,391.00 Constable Harold DeVally $79,391.00 Includes a supplement in the amount of $4,800 for Juvenile Board *Includes a supplement in the amount of $12,350 for Operational Allowance **Includes a supplement in the amount of $3,640 HB9 Texas Legislature PUBLIC HEARING

37. Public Hearing to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government code Section 111.067. At the Conclusion of the Public Hearing, the Commissioners Court shall take action on the proposed budget pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.068. This budget will raise more total property taxes than last year’s budget by $6,855,767 (8.78%) and of that amount, $1,318,398 is tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

10. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk OPEN PUBLIC HEARING (Part 2 of 2)

30. 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 of $10.00 to preserve and restore district court records, effective January 1, 2019. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

14. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 2 of 2)

37. Public Hearing to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 pursuant to Texas Local Government code Section 111.067. At the Conclusion of the Public Hearing, the Commissioners Court shall take action on the proposed budget pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.068. This budget will raise more total property taxes than last year’s budget by $6,855,767 (8.78%) and of that amount, $1,318,398 is tax revenue to be raised from new property added to the tax roll this year. CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING

38. Discussion and possible action to adopt the county budget for fiscal year 2018-2019 pursuant to Chapter 111 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Court may make any modifications to the proposed budget that it considers warranted by law and required by the interest of the taxpayers by majority vote. 38. (A) Discussion and possible action to itemize and set fees by Order as part of the Fiscal Year 2018-2019 budget preparation process for the county’s floodplain management program including but not limited to determinations, development permits, certifications and inspections as prescribed by the provisions of Section 16.324, Texas Water Code.

39. Discussion and possible action to ratify, adopt and approve the property tax revenue increase reflected in the proposed budget that required raising more revenue from property taxes than in the previous year as required by Texas Local Government Code 111.068, and executing an Order adopting the property tax rate for fiscal year 2018-2019.

40. Discussion and possible action to designate the following meeting dates and times on which the Commissioners Court shall convene in regular term each month during Fiscal Year 2018-2019 pursuant to Section 81.005, Texas Local Government Code. All meetings shall start at 9:00 a.m. The Court may convene on any other day as deemed necessary and as authorized by law. Commissioners Court may at its discretion, re-schedule meeting dates and times if necessary. October 9, 2018 (Tuesday) October 22, 2018 November 13, 2018 (Tuesday) November 26, 2018 December 10, 2018 January 14, 2019 January 28, 2019 February 11, 2019 February 25, 2019 March 11, 2019 March 25, 2019 April 8, 2019 April 23, 2019 (Tuesday) May 13, 2019 May 28, 2019 (Tuesday) June 10, 2019 June 24, 2019 July 8, 2019 July 22, 2019 August 12, 2019 August 26, 2019 September 9, 2019 September 23, 2019

41. Discussion and possible action to approve the proposed holiday schedule for Fiscal Year 2018-2019; and any other matters incident thereto. Columbus Day October 8, 2018 (Monday) Veteran’s Day November 12, 2018 (Monday) Thanksgiving November 22 & 23, 2018 (Thursday & Friday) Christmas December 25, 2018 (Tuesday) New Year’s Day January 1, 2019 (Tuesday) Martin Luther King January 21, 2019 (Monday) President’s Day February 18, 2019 (Monday) Easter April 22, 2019 (Monday) Memorial Day May 27, 2019 (Monday) Independence Day July 4, 2019 (Thursday) Labor Day September 2, 2019 (Monday) *Four (4) Personal Holidays will be approved for this fiscal year County Offices MAY BE OPERATED ON A SKELETON CREW ON DECEMBER 24TH and DECEMBER 31, 2018, APRIL 19, 2019 (Good Friday). COMPENSATORY TIME/ANNUAL LEAVE OR PERSONAL HOLIDAY (NO SICK LEAVE) MAY BE USED BY EMPLOYEES DESIRING TO TAKE LEAVE ON THESE DAYS SUBJECT TO PUBLIC OFFICIAL/DEPARTMENT HEAD DISCRETION.

44. Adjourn

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); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Auditor

6. Casa Blanca Golf Course

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Business Office

11. Community Action Agency

12. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

13. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

14. Honorable Hugo Martinez, County Court at Law 1 Judge

15. Honorable Victor Villarreal, County Court at Law 2 Judge

16. Economic Development

17. Indigent Healthcare Services

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

19. Purchasing

20. Water Utilities

21. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

5. Economic Development

6. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

44. Adjourn

Sep 10, 2018 Commissioners Court Meeting

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); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Auditor

6. Casa Blanca Golf Course

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

10. Business Office

11. Community Action Agency

12. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

13. Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk

14. Honorable Hugo Martinez, County Court at Law 1 Judge

15. Honorable Victor Villarreal, County Court at Law 2 Judge

16. Economic Development

17. Indigent Healthcare Services

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

19. Purchasing

20. Water Utilities

21. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

5. Economic Development

6. Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

31. 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, 2019; and any other matters incident thereto.

44. Adjourn

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