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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 AUGUST 23, 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, Emergency Management, Human Resources, Judicial Collections, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector; and any other Department reports); and any other matters incident thereto.

4. Public Comment - This section provides the public the opportunity to address the Commissioners Court on any items on the Agenda. Members of the public wishing to participate must complete a Witness Card specifying which agenda item they wish to comment on. Each public member, individually or in a group, will be allowed a total of Three (3) minutes within which to make any/all public comments.

CONSENT AGENDA: At most meetings, the Commissioners Court establishes a Consent Agenda. It consists of those Agenda Items which are routine or non-controversial, and which neither a member of the Commissioners court has asked to be pulled for discussion. Once the Commissioners Court has established the Consent Agenda, Agenda Items included on it will be voted upon in one vote, and will not be discussed separately unless requested by the County Judge or Commissioners. The consent agenda has been created in order to give constituents the opportunity to view any and all pertinent backup information with reference to any item in the agenda. The objective of the consent agenda is for all Webb County constituents to be familiar with everyday county business and to demonstrate the transparency and fairness of this Commissioners Court. The following Agenda Items are of a routine nature, and the Commissioners Court has received supporting materials for consideration. All of these Agenda Items will be passed with one vote without being discussed separately, unless a member of the Commissioners Court or the public requests that a particular Agenda Item be discussed. If so, that Agenda Item will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and discussed as part of the regular Agenda at the appropriate time. One vote will approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda. CONSENT ITEMS

5. Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

6. Auditor

7. Budget Officer

8. Casa Blanca Golf Course

9. Civil Legal Division

10. Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

11. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

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

13. Economic Development

14. Emergency Management

15. Engineering

16. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

18. Human Resources

19. Purchasing

20. Risk Management

21. Road & Bridge

22. Water Utilities

23. Honorable Raul Reyes, Treasurer

24. Fernando A. Salinas Community Center

25. El Cenizo Community Center

26. Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center

27. La Presa Community Center

28. Rio Bravo Activity Center

29. Rio Bravo Community Center

5. Human Resources

30. Discussion and possible action to approve salary adjustments for departments and elected officials as proposed by the Segal Waters Employee Classification and Wage Study, with additional authorization to approve a budget amendment by order into all payroll line items affected by the implementation of these revisions; and any matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-015 (Wage and Classification Study)]

16. Presentations

44. Recognition and presentation of plaque to Alberto A. Flores, for being selected as the Port Director for Laredo Port Entry. [Sponsored by Commissioner Rosaura Tijerina; Co-Sponsored by Commissioner John Galo]

45. Recognition and presentation of plaques to the Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas newly elected Presidenta Carmen Lilia Canturosas Villarreal & Presidenta Suplente Municipal Liliana Margarita Arjona Barocio. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

46. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge] [Co-Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

47. Recognition of Laredo Pony League Palomino Division 12U for winning the Pony World Series hosted in Laredo, Texas. First 12U team from Laredo to win Pony World Series. [Requested by John Galo, Commissioner Pct. 3] [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

48. Communications

49. Adjourn

6. Civil Legal Division

31. Discussion and possible action to enter into an architectural services contract (AIA Document B133-2019) with Juan Homero Sanchez Architect, Inc. D/B/A JHS Architect for design of Webb County Fairgrounds Project in an amount not to exceed One Million Six Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Dollars ($1,632,000.00) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #3900-7230-001-474501]

32. Discussion and possible action to enter into an Engineering Services Agreement with Enprotec/Hibbs & Todd, Inc. for the development of construction plans and specifications as well as pre-construction services and construction administration services regarding upgrades and improvements, which could also consist of new construction, to include either microfiltration or ultrafiltration (“MF/UF”) to the Colorado Acres Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant (the “Project”) located in Webb County Texas in an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Fifty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Forty Dollars ($259,940.00) and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Funds available under 2019A Bond Series (#3869-7230-001-474501-030)]

7. Elections

33. Discussion and possible action for the Order of Constitutional Amendment/Special Election and to authorize and establish the Main and Temporary Branch Early Voting Polling Sites and Election Day Sites for the November 2, 2021 Constitutional Amendment/ Special Election within Webb County, Texas pursuant to Chapter 85, Texas Election Code.

8. Information Technology

34. 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 $48,592 To: 1001-1280-001-470000 Capital Outlay $-0- $48,592 $47,600 $96,192 Issue: The adoption of body-worn cameras by law enforcement nationwide (and locally) has resulted in a significant increase in the amount of digital evidence being created. This evidence must be stored and backed up. The County’s current backup solution is does not have sufficient storage space to store this evidence. Solution: Purchase additional storage capacity for the County’s backup solution. Result: The County’s backup solution will have sufficient capacity to store the additional video evidence.

9. Honorable Patricia Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

35. PUBLIC HEARING ON TAX INCREASE Public Hearing of proposed tax rate of $0.410000 per $100 value for Tax Year 2021. This rate raises $87,824,956.00, which is $5,623,778.00 or 6.84% more in revenues than that raise by taxes imposed last year. The tax rate will provide revenue for the General Fund and Debt Service. The rate includes $0.351445 per $100 value for General Fund Maintenance and Operation; $0.039169 per $100 value for General Fund – Debt Service Bonds; $0.018284 for Road & Bridge Fund M&O; $0.001102 for Road & Bridge – Debt Service – Bonds.

36. Discussion and possible action to levy a property Tax Rate of $0.41000 per $100 Taxable value by Order, under the provisions of Article VIII, Sections 9(a) and 9(b) of the Texas Constitution and Section 26.05 of The Texas Property Tax Code for Tax Year 2021. The rate includes $0.351445 per $100 value for General Fund Maintenance and Operation; $0.039169 per $100 value for General Fund – Debt Service Bonds; $0.018284 for Road & Bridge Fund M&O; $0.001102 for Road & Bridge – Debt Service Bonds. This rate of $0.410000 is effectively a 5.37 percent increase in the tax rate.

10. Honorable Raul Reyes, Treasurer

37. Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $113,000.00 for Election Service Contracts Fund and a budget transfer from the Operational Reserve-Wages to Election Expense in the amount of $233,000.00 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year) and Texas Election Code, Section 31.100; and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #2010 (Election Service Contracts Fund)] [Co-Sponsored by Rafael Perez, Webb County Auditor] Account # Account Name Request From: 2010-1110-341100 Election Contractual Fees $113,000 1001-1130-001-431007-015 Operational Reserve-Wages $233,000 $346,000 To: 2010-1110-001-451201 Election Expense $346,000 Issue: Election Service Contract fund has a beginning fund deficit. Joint election entities receipts and expenditures along with the 10% administrative fees have been exhausted. Bank Reconciliations are pending since October 2020. Solution: Court approval of budget amendment and transfer of funds from operational reserve-wages is needed to complete bank reconciliations and cover fund deficit. Result: Elections Office bank account will be reconciled and election service contracts fund deficit will be eliminated.

12. Commissioners Court Administrator

40. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Human Resources department to advertise for the position Webb County Chief Medical Examiner; to become available on January 1, 2022; with additional action to authorize a proposed salary for position of Chief Medical Examiner and Deputy Medical Examiner; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Corinne Stern is expected to retire on December 31, 2021. There is a current county job posting for a Deputy Medical Examiner and we have not received qualified applicants. Solution: Time is of the essence in soliciting requests for another Chief Medical Examiner. An increased salary for both positions should be considered for next fiscal year in an effort to attract more qualified candidates. Result: Filling both Medical Examiner positions with qualified candidates.

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

41. Discussion and possible action to authorize a one-time exemption to Personnel Policy 9.03(b) Annual Leave specifically and only for the employees that will surpass the current annual leave cap and allow for the transfer of that excess annual leave hours from the current fiscal year (Fiscal Year 2020-2021) to the subsequent fiscal year (Fiscal Year 2021-2022); and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Commissioner Cindy Liendo] Issue: During the ongoing pandemic, many employees have been unable to take annual leave in an effort to maintain adequate staffing within their departments. Solution: Allow an exemption to this policy considering the extenuating circumstances in which many employees found themselves due to this life changing event. Result: Employees will be able to utilize their annual leave whenever their authorized leave becomes reasonable.

14. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

42. Discussion and possible action to approve the re-appointment of Commissioner Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina and Commissioner Cindy Liendo to the Border Region MHMR Community Center d/b/a Border Region Behavioral Health Center Board of Trustees for a Two (2) year term, effective September 1, 2021. [Requested by Border Region Behavioral Health Center]

Budget Officer

38. Discussion and possible action to review and evaluate the County proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget with discussion and possible action to recommend any changes, if necessary, before the final adoption of the budget; and any other matters incident thereto.

39. Discussion and possible action to amend the current Webb County Budget and Fiscal policies to address employee position reclassifications; and any other maters incident thereto.

15. Closed Session/Executive Session

43. Status report by Outside counsel with discussion and possible action regarding Hanson Professional Services Inc. [Closed Session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation]

Aug 23, 2021 Commissioners Court Meeting

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 AUGUST 23, 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, Emergency Management, Human Resources, Judicial Collections, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector; and any other Department reports); and any other matters incident thereto.

4. Public Comment - This section provides the public the opportunity to address the Commissioners Court on any items on the Agenda. Members of the public wishing to participate must complete a Witness Card specifying which agenda item they wish to comment on. Each public member, individually or in a group, will be allowed a total of Three (3) minutes within which to make any/all public comments.

CONSENT AGENDA: At most meetings, the Commissioners Court establishes a Consent Agenda. It consists of those Agenda Items which are routine or non-controversial, and which neither a member of the Commissioners court has asked to be pulled for discussion. Once the Commissioners Court has established the Consent Agenda, Agenda Items included on it will be voted upon in one vote, and will not be discussed separately unless requested by the County Judge or Commissioners. The consent agenda has been created in order to give constituents the opportunity to view any and all pertinent backup information with reference to any item in the agenda. The objective of the consent agenda is for all Webb County constituents to be familiar with everyday county business and to demonstrate the transparency and fairness of this Commissioners Court. The following Agenda Items are of a routine nature, and the Commissioners Court has received supporting materials for consideration. All of these Agenda Items will be passed with one vote without being discussed separately, unless a member of the Commissioners Court or the public requests that a particular Agenda Item be discussed. If so, that Agenda Item will be pulled from the Consent Agenda and discussed as part of the regular Agenda at the appropriate time. One vote will approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda. CONSENT ITEMS

5. Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

6. Auditor

7. Budget Officer

8. Casa Blanca Golf Course

9. Civil Legal Division

10. Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

11. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

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

13. Economic Development

14. Emergency Management

15. Engineering

16. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

18. Human Resources

19. Purchasing

20. Risk Management

21. Road & Bridge

22. Water Utilities

23. Honorable Raul Reyes, Treasurer

24. Fernando A. Salinas Community Center

25. El Cenizo Community Center

26. Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center

27. La Presa Community Center

28. Rio Bravo Activity Center

29. Rio Bravo Community Center

5. Human Resources

30. Discussion and possible action to approve salary adjustments for departments and elected officials as proposed by the Segal Waters Employee Classification and Wage Study, with additional authorization to approve a budget amendment by order into all payroll line items affected by the implementation of these revisions; and any matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-015 (Wage and Classification Study)]

16. Presentations

44. Recognition and presentation of plaque to Alberto A. Flores, for being selected as the Port Director for Laredo Port Entry. [Sponsored by Commissioner Rosaura Tijerina; Co-Sponsored by Commissioner John Galo]

45. Recognition and presentation of plaques to the Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas newly elected Presidenta Carmen Lilia Canturosas Villarreal & Presidenta Suplente Municipal Liliana Margarita Arjona Barocio. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

46. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge] [Co-Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

47. Recognition of Laredo Pony League Palomino Division 12U for winning the Pony World Series hosted in Laredo, Texas. First 12U team from Laredo to win Pony World Series. [Requested by John Galo, Commissioner Pct. 3] [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

48. Communications

49. Adjourn

6. Civil Legal Division

31. Discussion and possible action to enter into an architectural services contract (AIA Document B133-2019) with Juan Homero Sanchez Architect, Inc. D/B/A JHS Architect for design of Webb County Fairgrounds Project in an amount not to exceed One Million Six Hundred Thirty-Two Thousand Dollars ($1,632,000.00) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #3900-7230-001-474501]

32. Discussion and possible action to enter into an Engineering Services Agreement with Enprotec/Hibbs & Todd, Inc. for the development of construction plans and specifications as well as pre-construction services and construction administration services regarding upgrades and improvements, which could also consist of new construction, to include either microfiltration or ultrafiltration (“MF/UF”) to the Colorado Acres Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant (the “Project”) located in Webb County Texas in an amount not to exceed Two Hundred Fifty-Nine Thousand Nine Hundred Forty Dollars ($259,940.00) and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Funds available under 2019A Bond Series (#3869-7230-001-474501-030)]

7. Elections

33. Discussion and possible action for the Order of Constitutional Amendment/Special Election and to authorize and establish the Main and Temporary Branch Early Voting Polling Sites and Election Day Sites for the November 2, 2021 Constitutional Amendment/ Special Election within Webb County, Texas pursuant to Chapter 85, Texas Election Code.

8. Information Technology

34. 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 $48,592 To: 1001-1280-001-470000 Capital Outlay $-0- $48,592 $47,600 $96,192 Issue: The adoption of body-worn cameras by law enforcement nationwide (and locally) has resulted in a significant increase in the amount of digital evidence being created. This evidence must be stored and backed up. The County’s current backup solution is does not have sufficient storage space to store this evidence. Solution: Purchase additional storage capacity for the County’s backup solution. Result: The County’s backup solution will have sufficient capacity to store the additional video evidence.

9. Honorable Patricia Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector

35. PUBLIC HEARING ON TAX INCREASE Public Hearing of proposed tax rate of $0.410000 per $100 value for Tax Year 2021. This rate raises $87,824,956.00, which is $5,623,778.00 or 6.84% more in revenues than that raise by taxes imposed last year. The tax rate will provide revenue for the General Fund and Debt Service. The rate includes $0.351445 per $100 value for General Fund Maintenance and Operation; $0.039169 per $100 value for General Fund – Debt Service Bonds; $0.018284 for Road & Bridge Fund M&O; $0.001102 for Road & Bridge – Debt Service – Bonds.

36. Discussion and possible action to levy a property Tax Rate of $0.41000 per $100 Taxable value by Order, under the provisions of Article VIII, Sections 9(a) and 9(b) of the Texas Constitution and Section 26.05 of The Texas Property Tax Code for Tax Year 2021. The rate includes $0.351445 per $100 value for General Fund Maintenance and Operation; $0.039169 per $100 value for General Fund – Debt Service Bonds; $0.018284 for Road & Bridge Fund M&O; $0.001102 for Road & Bridge – Debt Service Bonds. This rate of $0.410000 is effectively a 5.37 percent increase in the tax rate.

10. Honorable Raul Reyes, Treasurer

37. Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $113,000.00 for Election Service Contracts Fund and a budget transfer from the Operational Reserve-Wages to Election Expense in the amount of $233,000.00 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Section 111.07075 (Special Budget for Revenue Received after Start of Fiscal Year) and Texas Election Code, Section 31.100; and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #2010 (Election Service Contracts Fund)] [Co-Sponsored by Rafael Perez, Webb County Auditor] Account # Account Name Request From: 2010-1110-341100 Election Contractual Fees $113,000 1001-1130-001-431007-015 Operational Reserve-Wages $233,000 $346,000 To: 2010-1110-001-451201 Election Expense $346,000 Issue: Election Service Contract fund has a beginning fund deficit. Joint election entities receipts and expenditures along with the 10% administrative fees have been exhausted. Bank Reconciliations are pending since October 2020. Solution: Court approval of budget amendment and transfer of funds from operational reserve-wages is needed to complete bank reconciliations and cover fund deficit. Result: Elections Office bank account will be reconciled and election service contracts fund deficit will be eliminated.

12. Commissioners Court Administrator

40. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Human Resources department to advertise for the position Webb County Chief Medical Examiner; to become available on January 1, 2022; with additional action to authorize a proposed salary for position of Chief Medical Examiner and Deputy Medical Examiner; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Corinne Stern is expected to retire on December 31, 2021. There is a current county job posting for a Deputy Medical Examiner and we have not received qualified applicants. Solution: Time is of the essence in soliciting requests for another Chief Medical Examiner. An increased salary for both positions should be considered for next fiscal year in an effort to attract more qualified candidates. Result: Filling both Medical Examiner positions with qualified candidates.

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

41. Discussion and possible action to authorize a one-time exemption to Personnel Policy 9.03(b) Annual Leave specifically and only for the employees that will surpass the current annual leave cap and allow for the transfer of that excess annual leave hours from the current fiscal year (Fiscal Year 2020-2021) to the subsequent fiscal year (Fiscal Year 2021-2022); and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Commissioner Cindy Liendo] Issue: During the ongoing pandemic, many employees have been unable to take annual leave in an effort to maintain adequate staffing within their departments. Solution: Allow an exemption to this policy considering the extenuating circumstances in which many employees found themselves due to this life changing event. Result: Employees will be able to utilize their annual leave whenever their authorized leave becomes reasonable.

14. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

42. Discussion and possible action to approve the re-appointment of Commissioner Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina and Commissioner Cindy Liendo to the Border Region MHMR Community Center d/b/a Border Region Behavioral Health Center Board of Trustees for a Two (2) year term, effective September 1, 2021. [Requested by Border Region Behavioral Health Center]

Budget Officer

38. Discussion and possible action to review and evaluate the County proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget with discussion and possible action to recommend any changes, if necessary, before the final adoption of the budget; and any other matters incident thereto.

39. Discussion and possible action to amend the current Webb County Budget and Fiscal policies to address employee position reclassifications; and any other maters incident thereto.

15. Closed Session/Executive Session

43. Status report by Outside counsel with discussion and possible action regarding Hanson Professional Services Inc. [Closed Session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation]

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 AUGUST 23, 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, Emergency Management, Human Resources, Judicial Collections, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector; and any other Department reports); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

6. Auditor

7. Budget Officer

8. Casa Blanca Golf Course

9. Civil Legal Division

10. Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

11. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

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

13. Economic Development

14. Emergency Management

15. Engineering

16. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

18. Human Resources

19. Purchasing

20. Risk Management

21. Road & Bridge

22. Water Utilities

23. Honorable Raul Reyes, Treasurer

24. Fernando A. Salinas Community Center

25. El Cenizo Community Center

26. Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center

27. La Presa Community Center

28. Rio Bravo Activity Center

29. Rio Bravo Community Center

44. Recognition and presentation of plaque to Alberto A. Flores, for being selected as the Port Director for Laredo Port Entry. [Sponsored by Commissioner Rosaura Tijerina; Co-Sponsored by Commissioner John Galo]

45. Recognition and presentation of plaques to the Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas newly elected Presidenta Carmen Lilia Canturosas Villarreal & Presidenta Suplente Municipal Liliana Margarita Arjona Barocio. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

46. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge] [Co-Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

47. Recognition of Laredo Pony League Palomino Division 12U for winning the Pony World Series hosted in Laredo, Texas. First 12U team from Laredo to win Pony World Series. [Requested by John Galo, Commissioner Pct. 3] [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

48. Communications

49. Adjourn

38. Discussion and possible action to review and evaluate the County proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget with discussion and possible action to recommend any changes, if necessary, before the final adoption of the budget; and any other matters incident thereto.

39. Discussion and possible action to amend the current Webb County Budget and Fiscal policies to address employee position reclassifications; and any other maters incident thereto.

43. Status report by Outside counsel with discussion and possible action regarding Hanson Professional Services Inc. [Closed Session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation]

Aug 23, 2021 Commissioners Court Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 AUGUST 23, 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, Emergency Management, Human Resources, Judicial Collections, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector; and any other Department reports); and any other matters incident thereto.

5. Honorable Rebecca Palomo, 341st District Court Judge

6. Auditor

7. Budget Officer

8. Casa Blanca Golf Course

9. Civil Legal Division

10. Honorable Adrian Cortez, Constable Pct. 3

11. Honorable Harold Devally, Constable Pct. 4

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

13. Economic Development

14. Emergency Management

15. Engineering

16. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

18. Human Resources

19. Purchasing

20. Risk Management

21. Road & Bridge

22. Water Utilities

23. Honorable Raul Reyes, Treasurer

24. Fernando A. Salinas Community Center

25. El Cenizo Community Center

26. Ernesto J. Salinas Community Center

27. La Presa Community Center

28. Rio Bravo Activity Center

29. Rio Bravo Community Center

44. Recognition and presentation of plaque to Alberto A. Flores, for being selected as the Port Director for Laredo Port Entry. [Sponsored by Commissioner Rosaura Tijerina; Co-Sponsored by Commissioner John Galo]

45. Recognition and presentation of plaques to the Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas newly elected Presidenta Carmen Lilia Canturosas Villarreal & Presidenta Suplente Municipal Liliana Margarita Arjona Barocio. [Requested by Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

46. Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County, Texas. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge] [Co-Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

47. Recognition of Laredo Pony League Palomino Division 12U for winning the Pony World Series hosted in Laredo, Texas. First 12U team from Laredo to win Pony World Series. [Requested by John Galo, Commissioner Pct. 3] [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]

48. Communications

49. Adjourn

38. Discussion and possible action to review and evaluate the County proposed fiscal year 2021-2022 budget with discussion and possible action to recommend any changes, if necessary, before the final adoption of the budget; and any other matters incident thereto.

39. Discussion and possible action to amend the current Webb County Budget and Fiscal policies to address employee position reclassifications; and any other maters incident thereto.

43. Status report by Outside counsel with discussion and possible action regarding Hanson Professional Services Inc. [Closed Session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation]

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