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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MAY 10, 2021 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, Business Office, Human Resources, Risk Management); 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. Building Maintenance

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Economic Development

12. Emergency Management

13. Engineering

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

15. Fred & Anita Bruni Community Center

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

17. Purchasing

18. Risk Management

19. Road & Bridge

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Water Utilities

5. Casa Blanca Golf Course

22. Discussion and possible action to increase the revenues and expenses for the Casa Blanca Golf Course, in the amount of $115,251 to cover the demand for service due to an increase in food and beverage operations; in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year). This budget increase will cover labor expense for the end of the fiscal year 2021. [Fund 7100] Acct. Number Acct. Name Request 7100-6090-347133 Carts $50,000 7100-6120-347151 Nonalcoholic Beverage Sales $11,000 7100-6120-347157 Tips $39,000 7100-6120-357040 Concession Commissions $15,251 $115,251 7100-6120-001-457005 Reimbursable Labor- F&B $87,187 7100-6130-001-457005-005 Reimbursable Labor- G&A $28,064 $115,251 Issue: Higher revenue, particularly in the food and beverage operations, has necessitated a higher level of staffing to support operations. Solution: As noted above, through 6 months the overall net operation of the golf course is performing at $355,644 better than budget. Result: As a result, in order to provide for adequate funding for the remainder of fiscal 2021, the following additional payroll and payroll related costs requests is presented to the Court (Total request of $115,251).

6. Medical Examiner

23. Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve $38,000 To: 1001-3100-001-412000 Part-time $80,000 $38,000 $19,243.14 $57,243.14 Issue: Monies in part-time line item will be exhausted and require a line item transfer to cover part-time salaries for the remaining of the fiscal year. Solution: Process line item transfer to have sufficient monies for the remainder of the fiscal year. Result: Sufficient funds for part-time salaries.

7. Purchasing

24. 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 (GCC) and Webb County for the purpose of financing Heavy Equipment for the Webb County Road and Bridge Department with a proposed financing term of Five (5) annual payments of $88,388.45 at an interest rate of 2.534%, with first annual payment due twelve (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. [Account #2007-7150-001-470000 (Road & Bridge Fund-Road Maintenance General-Administration-Capital Outlay)] Heavy Equipment Qty. Unit Cost Extended Cost 2022 LT625 6x4 Intl. Trailer (includes wet kit) 2021 Brenner 6,500 tanker w/sprayer 1 $186,174.00 $186,714.00 2022 HV607 6x4 International w/Curry 4,000 gallon water tanker 2 $112,031.00 $224,062.00 Total cost for 3 tankers: $410,236.00 Issue: The Road and Bridge Director is requesting three (3) water trucks be added to his fleet in order to improve the efficiency of transporting water to County road projects being repaired/maintained by his department. The current water trucks are older models and the department has experienced continuous mechanical issues that have caused delays in the completion of road projects due to water trucks being out of service. Solution: Approve the recommended financing option being provided by Government Capital Corporation in order to secure the funding necessary to purchase the water trucks. Should the County opt to pay off the balance early there are no penalty fees for doing so. Early payoffs are permitted only during payment due date as per agreement. First payment is due twelve (12) months from signing. Result: Proceed with the execution of the public property finance contract and authorize the Purchase Agent to order the water trucks, immediately after funding is transferred to Webb County by GCC.

25. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of one (1) 2022 LT625 6X4 International Tractor with a 2021 Brenner 6,500 gallon tanker with sprayer and two (2) 2022 International HV607 6X4 Trucks with 4,000 Gallon Curry Water Tankers from Santex Truck Centers, LTD in an amount not to exceed $410,236.00 (Cooperative Contract - HGAC No. HTO6-20) for the Webb County Road and Bridge Department and in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program; Section 271.102 (cooperative Purchasing Program Participation) and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2007-7150-001-470000 (Road and Bridge Fund-Road Maintenance General Administration-Capital Outlay)] Heavy Equipment Qty. Unit Cost Extended Cost 2022 LT625 6x4 Intl. Trailer (includes wet kit) 2021 Brenner 6,500 gallon tanker w/sprayer 1 $186.174.00 $186.714.00 2022 HV607 6x4 International w/Curry 4,000 gallon water tanker 2 $112,031.00 $224.062.00 Total cost for 3 tankers: $410,236.00 Issue: Road and Bridge is in need of trucks with water tankers to assist with road maintenance and improvements for Webb County roads. Solution: Approve purchase and proceed with order. Contingent upon approval of Government Capital Finance Agreement. Result: Purchase the needed trucks with water tankers as authorized by Commissioners’ Court. This equipment will help maintain county roads used by Webb County constituents.

26. Discussion and possible action to reject the three (3) proposals submitted by the following contractors for Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2021-002" Quad City Fire Station Renovations” due to price proposals exceeding the available budget allocation for this project and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the formal solicitation of competitive sealed proposals for the renovations of the Webb County Quad City Fire Station. Current funding allocated will not cover the base bid price proposals or any alternates being offered. Solution: Recommend to reject all proposals and revisit the funding allocation for this project and return to Commissioners Court with options at a future public meeting. Current opinion of probable cost from project Architect is approximately $128,501.00. Result: Approval to reject all proposals due to budget constraints. Instruct staff to revisit funding solutions, and alternates to design and/or any project adjustments necessary and return to Commissioners Court with recommended solutions.

8. Risk Management

27. Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-1180-001-452021 Property Casualty Premium $875,000 $30,000 $58,870 $28,870 1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve $111,011.08 To: 1001-1180-001-452007 Claims Paid $200,000 $141,011.08 $6,489.83 $147,500.91 Issue: Several locations are pending repairs for damages due to the winter storm. The cost of the repairs exceeds the balance on the Claims Paid account, resulting in no funds available for the remaining for the fiscal year. Solution: Request the court approval to transfer funds to repair damages and fund the Claims Paid account for the remainder of the fiscal year. Result: Account will be adequately funded to finish the fiscal year.

9. Water Utilities

28. Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County Civil Legal Division staff to enter into negotiations and provide an offer to purchase two (2) empty lots located next to the Webb County/Rio Bravo Wastewater Lift Station 4 (Paseo De Danubio), being described as Property I.D.’s #951-00019-234/Unit 23-E, & #951-00019-235/ Unit 23-F, Block 19, Rio Bravo Subdivision, Habitat for Humanity Replat, and commonly known as 1204 & 1206 Paseo De Danubio, Rio Bravo, Texas; and authorizing the hiring of a certified real estate appraiser to determine the fair market value of the land; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Possible Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.072 (Deliberations regarding purchase of Real Property)][Requested by Tomas Sanchez, Director, Webb County Utilities Dept.]

Honorable Juan Paz, Jr., Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 Pl. 1

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchasing agent to procure office furniture for Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Pl. 1 in an amount not to exceed $7,727.44; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)]

11. Commissioners Court Administrator

30. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of an estimated 1,850 US flags for Memorial Day Veteran's events at an estimated cost of up to $1,500.00 from the best qualified vendor; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1010-001-461003 (Commissioners Court Goods for Public Events)]

31. Discussion and possible action to adopt an Order authorizing the lease of Casa Ortiz, (being the property described as “30.55 of 2 & W55.69 of 3&W55.69 of N50’ of 8 & E38.81’ of N50’-9 Block 19, Western District”, (2.70 acre tract), commonly known as 915 Zaragoza Street, Laredo, Webb County, Texas 78040) to Laredo Cultural District Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, for the establishment of an art gallery and arts and cultural center, and to be additionally used for meetings, conferences, art and cultural events, offices, artist and artisan studios space, classes and classrooms; approving a five year lease, authorizing the Judge to sign all relevant documents, and any matters incident thereto.[Co-sponsored by Commissioner Cindy Liendo]

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a budget amendment not to exceed $19,000 for the use of administrative travel into various county departments; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: On April 26, 2021, item #28 approved the removal of the freeze on all administrative travel, however funding for FY 20-21 had been reduced in all departments by 75%. In an effort to have sufficient funding for upcoming events, an amount has been presented to commissioners court to assure each office has the monies necessary for all travel claims and registrations. Solution: Approve budget amendment necessary for all travel vouchers and registrations. Result: Payment of all vouchers and registration fees for conferences.

33. Status report from Civil Legal Division regarding final contract for Program Manager (Owners Representative) with Gilpin Engineering Company for services related to the Webb County Fairgrounds project; and any matters incident thereto; and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #3901-7230-001-474501-004 (Construction In Progress - Program Manager)]

12. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

34. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of May 9-15, 2021, as National Law Enforcement Week in Webb County and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]

35. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as National Foster Care Month in Webb County, Texas.

36. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas.

37. Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County Civil Legal Division staff to enter into negotiations and provide an offer to purchase the following tract of land; Situated in Webb County, Texas and being The “Surface Only” of Lots 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22, Tanquecitos South Subdivision, Phase I, containing approximately 30 acres, and authorizing the hiring of a certified real estate appraiser to determine the fair market value of the land; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Possible Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.072 (Deliberations regarding purchase of Real Property) [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

13. Closed Session/Executive Session

38. Discussion and possible action to approve settlement offer in the case entitled Juan C. Garcia Lino, Individually and as Representative of the Estates of Suleika R. Fonseca Saldivar, Deceased and Alessandra Juliette Garcia, Deceased et al v. Webb County, cause number 2017-CVA-356-D3, pending in the 341st Judicial District Court of Webb County, Texas and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.171(1)(B) (consultation with Attorney regarding a settlement offer)] [Requested by Molly Higgins Santos, Assistant County Attorney]

39. Discussion and possible action on Grievance 2021-001 as filed by the Webb County Deputy’s Association pursuant to Article XXI of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session is requested pursuant to §551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) and §551.074 (Personnel Matters) Texas Government Code]

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

May 10, 2021 Commissioners Court Meeting

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MAY 10, 2021 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, Business Office, Human Resources, Risk Management); 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. Building Maintenance

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Economic Development

12. Emergency Management

13. Engineering

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

15. Fred & Anita Bruni Community Center

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

17. Purchasing

18. Risk Management

19. Road & Bridge

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Water Utilities

5. Casa Blanca Golf Course

22. Discussion and possible action to increase the revenues and expenses for the Casa Blanca Golf Course, in the amount of $115,251 to cover the demand for service due to an increase in food and beverage operations; in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year). This budget increase will cover labor expense for the end of the fiscal year 2021. [Fund 7100] Acct. Number Acct. Name Request 7100-6090-347133 Carts $50,000 7100-6120-347151 Nonalcoholic Beverage Sales $11,000 7100-6120-347157 Tips $39,000 7100-6120-357040 Concession Commissions $15,251 $115,251 7100-6120-001-457005 Reimbursable Labor- F&B $87,187 7100-6130-001-457005-005 Reimbursable Labor- G&A $28,064 $115,251 Issue: Higher revenue, particularly in the food and beverage operations, has necessitated a higher level of staffing to support operations. Solution: As noted above, through 6 months the overall net operation of the golf course is performing at $355,644 better than budget. Result: As a result, in order to provide for adequate funding for the remainder of fiscal 2021, the following additional payroll and payroll related costs requests is presented to the Court (Total request of $115,251).

6. Medical Examiner

23. Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve $38,000 To: 1001-3100-001-412000 Part-time $80,000 $38,000 $19,243.14 $57,243.14 Issue: Monies in part-time line item will be exhausted and require a line item transfer to cover part-time salaries for the remaining of the fiscal year. Solution: Process line item transfer to have sufficient monies for the remainder of the fiscal year. Result: Sufficient funds for part-time salaries.

7. Purchasing

24. 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 (GCC) and Webb County for the purpose of financing Heavy Equipment for the Webb County Road and Bridge Department with a proposed financing term of Five (5) annual payments of $88,388.45 at an interest rate of 2.534%, with first annual payment due twelve (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. [Account #2007-7150-001-470000 (Road & Bridge Fund-Road Maintenance General-Administration-Capital Outlay)] Heavy Equipment Qty. Unit Cost Extended Cost 2022 LT625 6x4 Intl. Trailer (includes wet kit) 2021 Brenner 6,500 tanker w/sprayer 1 $186,174.00 $186,714.00 2022 HV607 6x4 International w/Curry 4,000 gallon water tanker 2 $112,031.00 $224,062.00 Total cost for 3 tankers: $410,236.00 Issue: The Road and Bridge Director is requesting three (3) water trucks be added to his fleet in order to improve the efficiency of transporting water to County road projects being repaired/maintained by his department. The current water trucks are older models and the department has experienced continuous mechanical issues that have caused delays in the completion of road projects due to water trucks being out of service. Solution: Approve the recommended financing option being provided by Government Capital Corporation in order to secure the funding necessary to purchase the water trucks. Should the County opt to pay off the balance early there are no penalty fees for doing so. Early payoffs are permitted only during payment due date as per agreement. First payment is due twelve (12) months from signing. Result: Proceed with the execution of the public property finance contract and authorize the Purchase Agent to order the water trucks, immediately after funding is transferred to Webb County by GCC.

25. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of one (1) 2022 LT625 6X4 International Tractor with a 2021 Brenner 6,500 gallon tanker with sprayer and two (2) 2022 International HV607 6X4 Trucks with 4,000 Gallon Curry Water Tankers from Santex Truck Centers, LTD in an amount not to exceed $410,236.00 (Cooperative Contract - HGAC No. HTO6-20) for the Webb County Road and Bridge Department and in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program; Section 271.102 (cooperative Purchasing Program Participation) and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2007-7150-001-470000 (Road and Bridge Fund-Road Maintenance General Administration-Capital Outlay)] Heavy Equipment Qty. Unit Cost Extended Cost 2022 LT625 6x4 Intl. Trailer (includes wet kit) 2021 Brenner 6,500 gallon tanker w/sprayer 1 $186.174.00 $186.714.00 2022 HV607 6x4 International w/Curry 4,000 gallon water tanker 2 $112,031.00 $224.062.00 Total cost for 3 tankers: $410,236.00 Issue: Road and Bridge is in need of trucks with water tankers to assist with road maintenance and improvements for Webb County roads. Solution: Approve purchase and proceed with order. Contingent upon approval of Government Capital Finance Agreement. Result: Purchase the needed trucks with water tankers as authorized by Commissioners’ Court. This equipment will help maintain county roads used by Webb County constituents.

26. Discussion and possible action to reject the three (3) proposals submitted by the following contractors for Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 2021-002" Quad City Fire Station Renovations” due to price proposals exceeding the available budget allocation for this project and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the formal solicitation of competitive sealed proposals for the renovations of the Webb County Quad City Fire Station. Current funding allocated will not cover the base bid price proposals or any alternates being offered. Solution: Recommend to reject all proposals and revisit the funding allocation for this project and return to Commissioners Court with options at a future public meeting. Current opinion of probable cost from project Architect is approximately $128,501.00. Result: Approval to reject all proposals due to budget constraints. Instruct staff to revisit funding solutions, and alternates to design and/or any project adjustments necessary and return to Commissioners Court with recommended solutions.

8. Risk Management

27. Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the General fund: Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal. From: 1001-1180-001-452021 Property Casualty Premium $875,000 $30,000 $58,870 $28,870 1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve $111,011.08 To: 1001-1180-001-452007 Claims Paid $200,000 $141,011.08 $6,489.83 $147,500.91 Issue: Several locations are pending repairs for damages due to the winter storm. The cost of the repairs exceeds the balance on the Claims Paid account, resulting in no funds available for the remaining for the fiscal year. Solution: Request the court approval to transfer funds to repair damages and fund the Claims Paid account for the remainder of the fiscal year. Result: Account will be adequately funded to finish the fiscal year.

9. Water Utilities

28. Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County Civil Legal Division staff to enter into negotiations and provide an offer to purchase two (2) empty lots located next to the Webb County/Rio Bravo Wastewater Lift Station 4 (Paseo De Danubio), being described as Property I.D.’s #951-00019-234/Unit 23-E, & #951-00019-235/ Unit 23-F, Block 19, Rio Bravo Subdivision, Habitat for Humanity Replat, and commonly known as 1204 & 1206 Paseo De Danubio, Rio Bravo, Texas; and authorizing the hiring of a certified real estate appraiser to determine the fair market value of the land; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Possible Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.072 (Deliberations regarding purchase of Real Property)][Requested by Tomas Sanchez, Director, Webb County Utilities Dept.]

Honorable Juan Paz, Jr., Justice of the Peace Pct. 1 Pl. 1

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchasing agent to procure office furniture for Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Pl. 1 in an amount not to exceed $7,727.44; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)]

11. Commissioners Court Administrator

30. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of an estimated 1,850 US flags for Memorial Day Veteran's events at an estimated cost of up to $1,500.00 from the best qualified vendor; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1010-001-461003 (Commissioners Court Goods for Public Events)]

31. Discussion and possible action to adopt an Order authorizing the lease of Casa Ortiz, (being the property described as “30.55 of 2 & W55.69 of 3&W55.69 of N50’ of 8 & E38.81’ of N50’-9 Block 19, Western District”, (2.70 acre tract), commonly known as 915 Zaragoza Street, Laredo, Webb County, Texas 78040) to Laredo Cultural District Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, for the establishment of an art gallery and arts and cultural center, and to be additionally used for meetings, conferences, art and cultural events, offices, artist and artisan studios space, classes and classrooms; approving a five year lease, authorizing the Judge to sign all relevant documents, and any matters incident thereto.[Co-sponsored by Commissioner Cindy Liendo]

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a budget amendment not to exceed $19,000 for the use of administrative travel into various county departments; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: On April 26, 2021, item #28 approved the removal of the freeze on all administrative travel, however funding for FY 20-21 had been reduced in all departments by 75%. In an effort to have sufficient funding for upcoming events, an amount has been presented to commissioners court to assure each office has the monies necessary for all travel claims and registrations. Solution: Approve budget amendment necessary for all travel vouchers and registrations. Result: Payment of all vouchers and registration fees for conferences.

33. Status report from Civil Legal Division regarding final contract for Program Manager (Owners Representative) with Gilpin Engineering Company for services related to the Webb County Fairgrounds project; and any matters incident thereto; and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #3901-7230-001-474501-004 (Construction In Progress - Program Manager)]

12. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

34. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of May 9-15, 2021, as National Law Enforcement Week in Webb County and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]

35. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as National Foster Care Month in Webb County, Texas.

36. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas.

37. Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County Civil Legal Division staff to enter into negotiations and provide an offer to purchase the following tract of land; Situated in Webb County, Texas and being The “Surface Only” of Lots 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22, Tanquecitos South Subdivision, Phase I, containing approximately 30 acres, and authorizing the hiring of a certified real estate appraiser to determine the fair market value of the land; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Possible Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.072 (Deliberations regarding purchase of Real Property) [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

13. Closed Session/Executive Session

38. Discussion and possible action to approve settlement offer in the case entitled Juan C. Garcia Lino, Individually and as Representative of the Estates of Suleika R. Fonseca Saldivar, Deceased and Alessandra Juliette Garcia, Deceased et al v. Webb County, cause number 2017-CVA-356-D3, pending in the 341st Judicial District Court of Webb County, Texas and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.171(1)(B) (consultation with Attorney regarding a settlement offer)] [Requested by Molly Higgins Santos, Assistant County Attorney]

39. Discussion and possible action on Grievance 2021-001 as filed by the Webb County Deputy’s Association pursuant to Article XXI of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. [Closed Meeting/Executive Session is requested pursuant to §551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) and §551.074 (Personnel Matters) Texas Government Code]

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MAY 10, 2021 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, Business Office, Human Resources, Risk Management); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Auditor

6. Building Maintenance

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Economic Development

12. Emergency Management

13. Engineering

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

15. Fred & Anita Bruni Community Center

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

17. Purchasing

18. Risk Management

19. Road & Bridge

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Water Utilities

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchasing agent to procure office furniture for Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Pl. 1 in an amount not to exceed $7,727.44; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)]

34. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of May 9-15, 2021, as National Law Enforcement Week in Webb County and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]

35. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as National Foster Care Month in Webb County, Texas.

36. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas.

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

May 10, 2021 Commissioners Court Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 MAY 10, 2021 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, Business Office, Human Resources, Risk Management); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Auditor

6. Building Maintenance

7. Civil Legal Division

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

9. Commissioners Court Administrator

10. Community Action Agency

11. Economic Development

12. Emergency Management

13. Engineering

14. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

15. Fred & Anita Bruni Community Center

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

17. Purchasing

18. Risk Management

19. Road & Bridge

20. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

21. Water Utilities

29. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchasing agent to procure office furniture for Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Pl. 1 in an amount not to exceed $7,727.44; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)]

34. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of May 9-15, 2021, as National Law Enforcement Week in Webb County and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff]

35. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as National Foster Care Month in Webb County, Texas.

36. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas.

40. Communications

41. Adjourn

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