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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019 9:00 a.m.

1. CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE (Part 1 of 2)

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, Risk Management, 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.

b. Discussion and possible action to decline optional insurance coverage for Automobile Physical Damage for vehicles 5 years old and newer plus higher valued units in the amount of Seventy-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Sixty Nine Dollars ($77,269.00) through USI Inc., insurance carriers effective October 15, 2019 thru September 30, 2020, and authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #1001-1180-001-452012 (Property & Casualty Premium) and #6200-1090-001-452013 (Property & Casualty Premium)]

1. CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE (Part 2 of 2)

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, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector); and any other matters incident thereto.

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 (Part 1 of 2)

5. Auditor

6. Budget Officers

7. Casa Blanca Golf Course

8. Civil Legal Division

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

11. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

12. Economic Development

13. Engineering

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

16. Juvenile Probation Department

17. Purchasing

18. Road & Bridge

19. Risk Management

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

m. Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of a construction contract between Webb County and Gilmar Construction, LTD., pursuant to the prior approval and award of bid proposal for “Webb County Property Parking Lot Paving Project, Invitation to Bid (ITB #2019-004), Bid Proposal, Plans & Technical Specifications”, in the amount of $244,321.85 for the Webb County/Tex-Mex (former) parking lot paving project located at 1200 Washington St., Laredo, Texas and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Funding Source Acct. #3872-7230-001-474501 Capital Outlay Series 2019-A Requested by Webb County Commissioner’s Court/Webb County Purchasing Dept.]

10. Commissioners Court Administrator

a. Discussion and possible action to enter into Third Party Contracts with the following organizations as funded by the General Fund, Third Party Contracts, Administration (1001-1140-001) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto: Area Health Education Center of the Mid Rio Grande Border Area of Texas, Inc. $6,000.00 Bethany House of Laredo $10,000.00 Border Area Nutrition Council $16,250.00 Border Region Behavioral Health Center (MHMR Community Center) $75,000.00 Boys & Girls Clubs of Laredo $12,250.00 Casa de Misericordia $15,000.00 Children's Advocacy Center of Laredo-Webb County $50,000.00 Communities in Schools of Laredo $5,000.00 Greater Laredo Development Foundation $30,000.00 Habitat for Humanity of Laredo Inc $15,000.00 Laredo Crime Stoppers $3,000.00 Laredo Regional Food Bank $5,000.00 Literacy Volunteers of Laredo $5,000.00 Rio Grande International Study Center $10,000.00 Sacred Heart Children's Home $10,000.00 Webb Soil & Water Conservation District #337 $5,000.00

b. Discussion and possible action to enter into Third Party Contracts with the following organizations as funded by the General Fund, Third Party Contracts, Health and Welfare Administration (1001-5370-001) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any matters incident thereto: Gateway Community Health Center Inc. $67,500.00 Laredo Animal Protective Society $10,000.00 Mercy Ministries of Laredo $75,000.00 Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center $40,000.00

c. Discussion and possible action to enter into Third Party Contracts with the following organizations as funded by the Hotel Motel Occupancy Tax, Third Party Contracts (2004-1010-001) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any matters incident thereto: Border Olympics, Inc. $30,000.00 Laredo Center for the Arts $8,000.00 Laredo Chamber of Commerce $150,000.00 Laredo Children's Museum, DBA, Imaginarium of South Texas $10,000.00 Latin American International Sports Hall of Fame $10,000.00 LULAC Council #7 $5,000.00 Princess Pocahontas Council of Laredo, TX $5,000.00 Society of Martha Washington $5,000.00 Special Olympics Texas - Area 21 Laredo $10,000.00 USA SAVATE- World Pugilist Hall of Fame $5,000.00 Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (W.B.C.A.) $5,000.00 Webb County Heritage Foundation, Inc. $20,000.00

a. Discussion and possible action to authorize the closeout and release of retainage in the amount of $15,216.63 for BID #2019-001 Pueblo Nuevo Street Improvements to All In Construction; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3521-26000 ($11,250.00) and #2007-26000 ($3,966.63)] Issue: Needed roadway improvements for the residents of Pueblo Nuevo Solution: Approve street improvements. Economic Status Qualifications. Result: Approve and release retainage.

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 (Part 2 of 2)

5. Auditor

6. Budget Officers

7. Casa Blanca Golf Course

8. Civil Legal Division

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

11. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

12. Economic Development

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

16. Juvenile Probation Department

17. Purchasing

18. Road & Bridge

19. Risk Management

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

5. Civil Legal Division

22. Discussion and possible action to enter into a thirty-six (36) month (October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2022) Emergency Ambulance Service Agreement between Angel Care Ambulance Service, LLC and Webb County for medical emergency ambulance services at a monthly cost of Sixty-Two Thousand Dollars ($62,000.00) and a total cost of Two Million Two Hundred Thirty Two Thousand Dollars ($2,232,000.00) throughout the term of the agreement, subject to annual budget appropriations, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Ricardo Rangel, Chief, Webb County Fire Department; Account #1001-5370-001-463535 (Emergency Medical Service)]

6. Engineer

23. Discussion and possible action to ratify a budget amendment by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $5,670,008.19 for new revenues (carryover amount) received for the Engineering Department's Grant Fund No. 3720 County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Grant Program (C.T.I.F.). This is required by court policy but does not impact the grant;and, therefore, does not require notification to/approval by funding agency in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 111.07075. (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year). The Financial information has been certified by the Auditor's office; and any other matters incident thereto. Account Number Account Name Carried Over Budget 3720-7230-330300 Grant Revenue $5,103,007.27 3720-7230-337200 Revenue from Webb $567,000.92 $5,670,008.19 3720-1150-001-431002-035 Administrative Expense $43,750.00 3720-7230-001-432001 Professional Services $443,134.19 3720-7230-001-47000 Capital Outlay $5,183,124.00 $5,670,008.19 Issue: This grant funding is available until September 30, 2019. Newly implemented procedures require year end balances to be carried over and entered in the system in order to continue the availability of these grant funds during the new fiscal year. Solution: In order to carry over grant funds, this carry over agenda item must be approved by the court. Result: Approval of this agenda item for the continued availability of these grant funds.

7. Purchasing

24. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit informal quotations for the purchase of a conference room table, chairs and any other office furniture required for the third floor conference room located at the County Court House in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve Account)] Issue: Conference room located in the third floor at County Courthouse is in need of new office furniture. Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit informal price quotes and make the necessary purchases in accordance with the Webb County Purchasing Policy manual. Result: Finalize the purchase of office furniture for conference room at Courthouse.

25. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) Sprinter 3500 MEB 3.0L Mobile Command Center to include audio/visual, computer and emergency lighting equipment from Farber Specialty Vehicles in an amount not to exceed $187,744.00 pursuant to Sections 271.001 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing Program (Buy-Board Contract #538-17); the command center will be assigned to Judge Jose R. Salinas, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 in partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety for traffic enforcement operations on Interstate 35 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Sponsored by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge; Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 - Operational Reserve] Issue: There is a need of purchasing a Sprinter 3500 MEB 3.0L Mobile Command Center to ensure the citizens of Webb County that the cargo weights of 18 wheeler transportation are complying with state laws. Solution: Commissioner's Court approving the purchase of the Sprinter 3500 MEB 3.0L Mobile Command Center. Result: Fewer accidents involving 18 wheeler transports will provide safety to the community and less liability for the transport businesses within Webb County.

26. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal bids for the purchase of one (1) semi-portable axle scale with wireless connectivity for commercial vehicle weight enforcement to include a transport trailer; the equipment will be used in conjunction with the Mobile Command Center for Judge Jose R. Salinas, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 in partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety for traffic enforcement operations on Interstate 35 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Sponsored by Tano E. Tijerina; Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 - Operational Reserve] Issue: There is a need of purchasing a semi-portable axle scale to ensure the citizens of Webb County that the cargo weights of 18 wheeler transportation are complying with state laws. Solution: Commissioner's Court approving the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal bids for the purchase of one (1) semi-portable axle scale. Result: Fewer accidents involving 18 wheeler transports will provide safety to the community and less liability for the transport businesses within Webb County.

8. Risk Management (Part 1 of 2)

27. Discussion and possible action to clarify item #19b approved by Commissioners Court on September 23, 2019 on whether to include Active Shooter & Malicious Attack coverage to the premium for the amount of Four Thousand Seven Hundred and Twenty-Five Dollars ($4,725.00) through USI SOUTHWEST, Inc., insurance carrier and authorize the County Judge to Execute all relevant documents. [Accounts #1001-1180-001-452012 (Property & Casualty Premium) and #6200-1090-001452013 (Property & Casualty Premium)]

9. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 1 of 2)

30. Status report from Frank Architects, Inc. and/or staff on the progress and design of the former HEB building, located at 1002 Farragut, Laredo, Texas, with discussion and possible action to finalize the design concept and determine the county department(s) that will occupy said building; including discussion on potential available buildings as a result of designation; and any other matters incident thereto.

31. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner, Webb County, and Architect, Hanson Professional Services, Inc., for design services at a cost of eight percent (8%) of total project construction cost and an additional two percent (2%) of total project construction cost for Construction Administration Services and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any matters incident thereto. [Funding availability Account #3900-7230-001-474501, Fairgrounds Project Bond Series 2019]

13. Presentations

38. Presentation by Alyson Martinez, President of the Laredo- Webb County Bar Association, regarding "Gus Garcia: An Unknown Hero", with discussion & possible action to authorize the naming/dedication of the Webb County Central Jury Room in his honor; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2] [Co-Sponsored by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

35. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County,Texas. [Requested by Cindy Liendo, Commissioner Pct. 4]

41. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the Special Olympics Texas Athletes who competed at the Fall Classics State Competition in College Station on October 3rd, 4th and 5th. The athletes brought home four Gold Medals, two Silver Medals and one Bronze Medal in the individual skills category. Coach Lisa Peterson offered her fields and coaching services to our Special Olympics Texas Athletes, her softball players and volunteer coaches Lizbeth Reyes and Eric Castillo assisted at every practice. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1] Gold Medals: Gilbert Arispe, 14, from UISD Trautmann Middle School Sebastian Jimenez, 11, from UISD Trautmann Middle School Kevin Martinez, 13, from LISD Lamar Middle School Tino Serna, 31, from Adult Day Hab Happy Families Silver Medals: Alfonso Barberena, 10, Jesus Daniel Castillo, 15, from UISD United South High School Bronze Medal: Jose Luis Rodriguez, 32, from Adult Day Hab Happy Families

39. Discussion and possible action to Proclaim the month of October, 2019 as “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Month” in Webb County, Texas. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

37. Recognition and presentation of plaque to Keith & Marilyn Asmussen who have been named as one of the 2019 Inductees to the Texas Horse Racing Hall of Fame. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2] [Co-Sponsored by John Galo, Commissioner Pct. 3]

40. Presentation by Roque Haynes, President of Laredo Main Street Organization, regarding the upcoming UETA Jamboozie Festival with personal invitations for the Webb County Judge and Commissioners Court. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

36. Recognition and presentation of Certificates to the athletes representing Laredo in Dallas, Europe Games & Battle on the Bay, Corpus Christi NPC Bodybuilding Competition. [Requested by Cindy Liendo, Commissioner Pct. 4]

11. Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

33. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution to recognize the month of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County by lighting up the Webb County Courthouse in Pink for the month of October, 2019 and any other matters incident thereto. Co-Sponsored by Commissioner Cindy Liendo

9. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 2 of 2)

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of an Amicus Brief in support of the lawsuit filed by Earthjustice on behalf of the Rio Grande International Study Center (RGISC) and other individuals and entities challenging President Trump's National Emergency Declaration; and any other matters incident thereto.

12. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

34. Discussion and possible action to nominate a candidate by Resolution of the Webb County Commissioners Court as Webb County's member to the Webb County Appraisal District Board of Directors for the 2020-2021 term as per Section 6.03 of the Texas Property Tax Code Prior to December 15, 2019, Webb County Commissioners Court will cast its 919 votes in any manner it wishes for those individuals listed on the ballot provided by the Chief Appraiser; and any other matters incident thereto.

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

32. Discussion and possible action to dedicate the community park located next to La Presa Community Center to be recognized and named The Guadalupe Rodriguez Community Park; and any other matters incident thereto.

8. Risk Management (Part 2 of 2)

28. Presentation by Randy McGraw with discussion and possible action to adopt the proposed rates for premiums for employee health insurance plan for next calendar year January 1, 2020 thru December 31, 2020 and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: The current premiums are disproportionate to its population. Solution: Reorganize the premiums to maximize the dollar amount and coordination with the number of enrollees. Result: Bring unification to the plan and its employee census.

43. Adjourn

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2019 9:00 a.m.

1. CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE (Part 1 of 2)

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, Risk Management, 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.

b. Discussion and possible action to decline optional insurance coverage for Automobile Physical Damage for vehicles 5 years old and newer plus higher valued units in the amount of Seventy-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Sixty Nine Dollars ($77,269.00) through USI Inc., insurance carriers effective October 15, 2019 thru September 30, 2020, and authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents. [Account #1001-1180-001-452012 (Property & Casualty Premium) and #6200-1090-001-452013 (Property & Casualty Premium)]

1. CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE (Part 2 of 2)

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, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector); and any other matters incident thereto.

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 (Part 1 of 2)

5. Auditor

6. Budget Officers

7. Casa Blanca Golf Course

8. Civil Legal Division

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

11. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

12. Economic Development

13. Engineering

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

16. Juvenile Probation Department

17. Purchasing

18. Road & Bridge

19. Risk Management

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

m. Discussion and possible action to approve the execution of a construction contract between Webb County and Gilmar Construction, LTD., pursuant to the prior approval and award of bid proposal for “Webb County Property Parking Lot Paving Project, Invitation to Bid (ITB #2019-004), Bid Proposal, Plans & Technical Specifications”, in the amount of $244,321.85 for the Webb County/Tex-Mex (former) parking lot paving project located at 1200 Washington St., Laredo, Texas and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Funding Source Acct. #3872-7230-001-474501 Capital Outlay Series 2019-A Requested by Webb County Commissioner’s Court/Webb County Purchasing Dept.]

10. Commissioners Court Administrator

a. Discussion and possible action to enter into Third Party Contracts with the following organizations as funded by the General Fund, Third Party Contracts, Administration (1001-1140-001) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto: Area Health Education Center of the Mid Rio Grande Border Area of Texas, Inc. $6,000.00 Bethany House of Laredo $10,000.00 Border Area Nutrition Council $16,250.00 Border Region Behavioral Health Center (MHMR Community Center) $75,000.00 Boys & Girls Clubs of Laredo $12,250.00 Casa de Misericordia $15,000.00 Children's Advocacy Center of Laredo-Webb County $50,000.00 Communities in Schools of Laredo $5,000.00 Greater Laredo Development Foundation $30,000.00 Habitat for Humanity of Laredo Inc $15,000.00 Laredo Crime Stoppers $3,000.00 Laredo Regional Food Bank $5,000.00 Literacy Volunteers of Laredo $5,000.00 Rio Grande International Study Center $10,000.00 Sacred Heart Children's Home $10,000.00 Webb Soil & Water Conservation District #337 $5,000.00

b. Discussion and possible action to enter into Third Party Contracts with the following organizations as funded by the General Fund, Third Party Contracts, Health and Welfare Administration (1001-5370-001) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any matters incident thereto: Gateway Community Health Center Inc. $67,500.00 Laredo Animal Protective Society $10,000.00 Mercy Ministries of Laredo $75,000.00 Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center $40,000.00

c. Discussion and possible action to enter into Third Party Contracts with the following organizations as funded by the Hotel Motel Occupancy Tax, Third Party Contracts (2004-1010-001) and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any matters incident thereto: Border Olympics, Inc. $30,000.00 Laredo Center for the Arts $8,000.00 Laredo Chamber of Commerce $150,000.00 Laredo Children's Museum, DBA, Imaginarium of South Texas $10,000.00 Latin American International Sports Hall of Fame $10,000.00 LULAC Council #7 $5,000.00 Princess Pocahontas Council of Laredo, TX $5,000.00 Society of Martha Washington $5,000.00 Special Olympics Texas - Area 21 Laredo $10,000.00 USA SAVATE- World Pugilist Hall of Fame $5,000.00 Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (W.B.C.A.) $5,000.00 Webb County Heritage Foundation, Inc. $20,000.00

a. Discussion and possible action to authorize the closeout and release of retainage in the amount of $15,216.63 for BID #2019-001 Pueblo Nuevo Street Improvements to All In Construction; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3521-26000 ($11,250.00) and #2007-26000 ($3,966.63)] Issue: Needed roadway improvements for the residents of Pueblo Nuevo Solution: Approve street improvements. Economic Status Qualifications. Result: Approve and release retainage.

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 (Part 2 of 2)

5. Auditor

6. Budget Officers

7. Casa Blanca Golf Course

8. Civil Legal Division

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

11. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

12. Economic Development

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

16. Juvenile Probation Department

17. Purchasing

18. Road & Bridge

19. Risk Management

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Honorable Rudy Rodriguez, Constable Pct. 1

5. Civil Legal Division

22. Discussion and possible action to enter into a thirty-six (36) month (October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2022) Emergency Ambulance Service Agreement between Angel Care Ambulance Service, LLC and Webb County for medical emergency ambulance services at a monthly cost of Sixty-Two Thousand Dollars ($62,000.00) and a total cost of Two Million Two Hundred Thirty Two Thousand Dollars ($2,232,000.00) throughout the term of the agreement, subject to annual budget appropriations, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Ricardo Rangel, Chief, Webb County Fire Department; Account #1001-5370-001-463535 (Emergency Medical Service)]

6. Engineer

23. Discussion and possible action to ratify a budget amendment by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $5,670,008.19 for new revenues (carryover amount) received for the Engineering Department's Grant Fund No. 3720 County Transportation Infrastructure Fund Grant Program (C.T.I.F.). This is required by court policy but does not impact the grant;and, therefore, does not require notification to/approval by funding agency in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 111.07075. (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year). The Financial information has been certified by the Auditor's office; and any other matters incident thereto. Account Number Account Name Carried Over Budget 3720-7230-330300 Grant Revenue $5,103,007.27 3720-7230-337200 Revenue from Webb $567,000.92 $5,670,008.19 3720-1150-001-431002-035 Administrative Expense $43,750.00 3720-7230-001-432001 Professional Services $443,134.19 3720-7230-001-47000 Capital Outlay $5,183,124.00 $5,670,008.19 Issue: This grant funding is available until September 30, 2019. Newly implemented procedures require year end balances to be carried over and entered in the system in order to continue the availability of these grant funds during the new fiscal year. Solution: In order to carry over grant funds, this carry over agenda item must be approved by the court. Result: Approval of this agenda item for the continued availability of these grant funds.

7. Purchasing

24. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit informal quotations for the purchase of a conference room table, chairs and any other office furniture required for the third floor conference room located at the County Court House in an amount not to exceed $20,000.00 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve Account)] Issue: Conference room located in the third floor at County Courthouse is in need of new office furniture. Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit informal price quotes and make the necessary purchases in accordance with the Webb County Purchasing Policy manual. Result: Finalize the purchase of office furniture for conference room at Courthouse.

25. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) Sprinter 3500 MEB 3.0L Mobile Command Center to include audio/visual, computer and emergency lighting equipment from Farber Specialty Vehicles in an amount not to exceed $187,744.00 pursuant to Sections 271.001 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing Program (Buy-Board Contract #538-17); the command center will be assigned to Judge Jose R. Salinas, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 in partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety for traffic enforcement operations on Interstate 35 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Sponsored by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge; Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 - Operational Reserve] Issue: There is a need of purchasing a Sprinter 3500 MEB 3.0L Mobile Command Center to ensure the citizens of Webb County that the cargo weights of 18 wheeler transportation are complying with state laws. Solution: Commissioner's Court approving the purchase of the Sprinter 3500 MEB 3.0L Mobile Command Center. Result: Fewer accidents involving 18 wheeler transports will provide safety to the community and less liability for the transport businesses within Webb County.

26. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal bids for the purchase of one (1) semi-portable axle scale with wireless connectivity for commercial vehicle weight enforcement to include a transport trailer; the equipment will be used in conjunction with the Mobile Command Center for Judge Jose R. Salinas, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 in partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety for traffic enforcement operations on Interstate 35 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Sponsored by Tano E. Tijerina; Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 - Operational Reserve] Issue: There is a need of purchasing a semi-portable axle scale to ensure the citizens of Webb County that the cargo weights of 18 wheeler transportation are complying with state laws. Solution: Commissioner's Court approving the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal bids for the purchase of one (1) semi-portable axle scale. Result: Fewer accidents involving 18 wheeler transports will provide safety to the community and less liability for the transport businesses within Webb County.

8. Risk Management (Part 1 of 2)

27. Discussion and possible action to clarify item #19b approved by Commissioners Court on September 23, 2019 on whether to include Active Shooter & Malicious Attack coverage to the premium for the amount of Four Thousand Seven Hundred and Twenty-Five Dollars ($4,725.00) through USI SOUTHWEST, Inc., insurance carrier and authorize the County Judge to Execute all relevant documents. [Accounts #1001-1180-001-452012 (Property & Casualty Premium) and #6200-1090-001452013 (Property & Casualty Premium)]

9. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 1 of 2)

30. Status report from Frank Architects, Inc. and/or staff on the progress and design of the former HEB building, located at 1002 Farragut, Laredo, Texas, with discussion and possible action to finalize the design concept and determine the county department(s) that will occupy said building; including discussion on potential available buildings as a result of designation; and any other matters incident thereto.

31. Discussion and possible action to enter into a Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner, Webb County, and Architect, Hanson Professional Services, Inc., for design services at a cost of eight percent (8%) of total project construction cost and an additional two percent (2%) of total project construction cost for Construction Administration Services and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any matters incident thereto. [Funding availability Account #3900-7230-001-474501, Fairgrounds Project Bond Series 2019]

13. Presentations

38. Presentation by Alyson Martinez, President of the Laredo- Webb County Bar Association, regarding "Gus Garcia: An Unknown Hero", with discussion & possible action to authorize the naming/dedication of the Webb County Central Jury Room in his honor; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2] [Co-Sponsored by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

35. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County,Texas. [Requested by Cindy Liendo, Commissioner Pct. 4]

41. Recognition and presentation of certificates to the Special Olympics Texas Athletes who competed at the Fall Classics State Competition in College Station on October 3rd, 4th and 5th. The athletes brought home four Gold Medals, two Silver Medals and one Bronze Medal in the individual skills category. Coach Lisa Peterson offered her fields and coaching services to our Special Olympics Texas Athletes, her softball players and volunteer coaches Lizbeth Reyes and Eric Castillo assisted at every practice. [Requested by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1] Gold Medals: Gilbert Arispe, 14, from UISD Trautmann Middle School Sebastian Jimenez, 11, from UISD Trautmann Middle School Kevin Martinez, 13, from LISD Lamar Middle School Tino Serna, 31, from Adult Day Hab Happy Families Silver Medals: Alfonso Barberena, 10, Jesus Daniel Castillo, 15, from UISD United South High School Bronze Medal: Jose Luis Rodriguez, 32, from Adult Day Hab Happy Families

39. Discussion and possible action to Proclaim the month of October, 2019 as “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Month” in Webb County, Texas. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

37. Recognition and presentation of plaque to Keith & Marilyn Asmussen who have been named as one of the 2019 Inductees to the Texas Horse Racing Hall of Fame. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2] [Co-Sponsored by John Galo, Commissioner Pct. 3]

40. Presentation by Roque Haynes, President of Laredo Main Street Organization, regarding the upcoming UETA Jamboozie Festival with personal invitations for the Webb County Judge and Commissioners Court. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

36. Recognition and presentation of Certificates to the athletes representing Laredo in Dallas, Europe Games & Battle on the Bay, Corpus Christi NPC Bodybuilding Competition. [Requested by Cindy Liendo, Commissioner Pct. 4]

11. Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2

33. Discussion and possible action to approve a Resolution to recognize the month of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County by lighting up the Webb County Courthouse in Pink for the month of October, 2019 and any other matters incident thereto. Co-Sponsored by Commissioner Cindy Liendo

9. Commissioners Court Administrator (Part 2 of 2)

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of an Amicus Brief in support of the lawsuit filed by Earthjustice on behalf of the Rio Grande International Study Center (RGISC) and other individuals and entities challenging President Trump's National Emergency Declaration; and any other matters incident thereto.

12. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

34. Discussion and possible action to nominate a candidate by Resolution of the Webb County Commissioners Court as Webb County's member to the Webb County Appraisal District Board of Directors for the 2020-2021 term as per Section 6.03 of the Texas Property Tax Code Prior to December 15, 2019, Webb County Commissioners Court will cast its 919 votes in any manner it wishes for those individuals listed on the ballot provided by the Chief Appraiser; and any other matters incident thereto.

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

32. Discussion and possible action to dedicate the community park located next to La Presa Community Center to be recognized and named The Guadalupe Rodriguez Community Park; and any other matters incident thereto.

8. Risk Management (Part 2 of 2)

28. Presentation by Randy McGraw with discussion and possible action to adopt the proposed rates for premiums for employee health insurance plan for next calendar year January 1, 2020 thru December 31, 2020 and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: The current premiums are disproportionate to its population. Solution: Reorganize the premiums to maximize the dollar amount and coordination with the number of enrollees. Result: Bring unification to the plan and its employee census.

43. Adjourn