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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 FEBRUARY 14, 2022 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. Auditor

6. Civil Legal Division

7. Community Action Agency

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

9. Economic Development

10. Elections Administration

11. Engineering

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

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

14. Public Defender

15. Purchasing

16. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

17. Water Utilities

5. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

18. Discussion with possible action to transfer Slot 0123 – Passport Supervisor, from the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office to the District Clerk’s Office to handle passport duties due to the substantial increase in passport applications currently being handled by the District Clerk’s Office; and any other matters incident thereto.

6. Economic Development

19. Discussion and possible action to approve change order No. 1 in the amount of $1,958.57 to the contract with Alsay Inc., for the Texas Department of Agriculture TXCDBG Mirando Water Well Phase II Project No. 7219095; and authorizing the County Judge to execute any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3523-7230-001-470000] Issue: Change order is being submitted for final inventory of as built construction items. Solution: Approve change order so contractor can finish construction of wells. Result: Contractor finishes construction on both water wells.

20. Discussion and possible action to approve a Contribution in Aid of Construction Agreement for Electrical Distribution Service with AEP in the amount of $20,185.76 for the installation and construction of electrical distribution to connect both water wells to electricity for Texas Department of Agriculture TXCDBG Mirando Water Well Phase II Project No. 7219095 and further authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. Recommended by James E. Flores, Economic Development. [Account #1001-1130-01-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: We are required to meet the 35 GPM TCEQ requirement. The first water well solely did not meet the 35 GMP requirement, therefore a second water well was needed. Additional electrical appurtenances were then required, as per the project engineer and AEP recommendations. Additional funds are needed to meet electrical power installations. Solution: Approve agreement with AEP to install and construct electrical distributions. Result: Newly constructed water wells will be able to operate.

21. Discussion and possible action to accept the recommendation of the Webb County ARPA Scoring Committee for award of Non-Governmental Organizations ARPA Sub-Award Applications; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. NGO Applicants Funding Amount Casa Misericordia $186,000 Laredo Housing Development Corporation $200,000 Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center $200,000 Habitat for Humanity $200,000 Texas A&M University Colonia $200,000 Mercy Ministries of Laredo $161,708 Imaginarium of South Texas $90,000 Kidney Foundation of Laredo $10,000 Sacred Heart Children’s Home $200,000 Laredo Regional Food Bank $200,000 Issue: Commissioners Court approves the awards to NGOs. Solution: Obtain Commissioners Court approval to award NGOs through ARPA funding. Result: Award NGOs and enter into an agreement with them in accordance with federal requirements and guidelines.

7. Extension Office

22. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective April 1, 2022: Slot # Title Salary 0607 Extension Agent - 4H Youth Development $22,307.00 5/A Issue: Permission required to fill slot #0607, 4-H agent, to address support needs of Webb County youth enrolled in Webb County 4-H program. Solution: Fill job opening of vacant position to allow for structure and support of 4-H program in Webb County. Result: The filling of Slot #0607 will continue to provide leadership for an effective community-based educational program that supports the 4-H & Youth development programming in Webb County, including livestock projects, shooting sports, and leadership for youth in agriculture and natural resources.

8. Human Resources

23. Discussion and possible action to correct Webb County Personnel Policy 8.41- Definition of Immediate Family for Funeral Leave, in an effort to include County employee’s spouse immediate family, which was inadvertently left out in the amended Policy. Issue: The definition of immediate family for the purpose of funeral leave has always included the employee’s spouse immediate family. Solution: Approval of this revision will reflect the original intention of this policy. Result: Webb County Personal Policy will reflect the original intent of defining immediate family for funeral leave.

9. Casa Blanca Golf Course

24. Discussion with possible action to transfer $20,000 for the materials and supplies needed to construct the covered area at the driving range at the Casa Blanca Golf Course; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Webb County Judge Tano E. Tijerina and Commissioner Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina; Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)]

10. Civil Legal Division

25. Discussion and possible action to enter into a construction contract with Quantcorp Construction LLC in the amount of One Million Seven Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Two Dollars ($1,773,682.00) for the Webb County Detoxification Facility Project (former Juvenile Detention Center at 1300 Chicago St., Laredo, Texas 78041) and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #3902-7230-001-474501 (Construction in Progress) $1,753,310; authorizing transfer from Series 2020 Interest Income of $20,373.00 = $1,773,683.00]

26. Discussion and possible action to enter into, by Order, a Public Property Finance Act Contract, No. 9820, pursuant to Texas 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 three (3) Automated Side Load Refuse Trucks for the Road and Bridge Department in an amount not to exceed ONE MILLION EIGHTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR DOLLARS FORTY CENTS ($1,018,964.40), with a financing term of five (5) annual payments of $203,792.88 at an interest rate of 2.888%, with the first annual payment due twelve (12) months after Commissioners Court approval and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #2007-7160-001-470000- Capital Outlay, Account #2007-9080-39000- Other Financing Sources] Issue: There is currently no funding in the Road and Bridge 2021-2022 FYE budget for the purchase of the heavy equipment (Refuse Trucks). Solution: Consider approval of a finance agreement with GCC to finance the purchase of the three (3) Refuse Trucks. Result: Refuse trucks needed will be purchased.

27. Discussion and possible action to enter into an Agreement Addendum with Jackson & Coker to retain the services of a Pathologist (locum tenens) from February 22, 20222 through February 26th, 2022 at $273.25 per hour to provide autopsy services at the Webb County Medical Examiner’s Office and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Medical Examiner Funds available from General Operating Fund #1001-1130-001-43201 (Professional Services), Medical Examiner #1001-3100-001-432001 (Professional Services) or in the event the expenses qualify ARPA funds]

28. Presentation, discussion and possible action to initiate the creation of a Reinvestment Zone to be known as Siete Wind Reinvestment Zone No. 1 being approximately 59,890.35 acres located south of the intersection Highway 59 and FM 2895 and extends approximately 6 miles to both the east and west and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by Apex Clean Energy Holdings, LLC]

29. Presentation, discussion and possible action to initiate the creation of a Reinvestment Zone to be known as Pradera Solar Reinvestment Zone No. 1 being approximately 2529.95 acres located directly south of the intersection Highway 59 and east of the AEP Lobo Stations and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by Apex Clean Energy Holdings, LLC]

11. Community Action Agency

30. Discussion and possible action to authorize the use of two (2) County buses from CAA- El Aguila to be used by the Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) at the upcoming Caballero's Cocktail Party which will be held on Friday, February 18th 2022 at Paseo Real allowing a reimbursement in the amount of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) for the requested transportation services; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by James Flores, CAA Executive Director; Account #2661- 5150- 357420]

31. Discussion and possible action to authorize the use of three (3) County buses from CAA- El Aguila to be used by the Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) at the upcoming Stars and Stripes Air Show which will be held on Sunday, February 27th 2022 at the Laredo International Airport allowing a reimbursement in the amount of SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($750.00) for the requested transportation services; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by James Flores, CAA Executive Director; Account #2661- 5150- 357420]

12. Elections

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a Physical Security Proposal between Webb County and DataVox for a five (5) year Camera license for the Webb County Elections Office to include Ten (10) Verkada CM41 indoor Mini Dome Cameras with 365 days of cloud based storage in an amount not to exceed $26,747.20 pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program (Texas DIR # 176-025-1479-000; Contract No. DIR-CPO-4766) and to further authorize the transfer of funds from the Operational Reserve, Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 to Minor tools and Apparatus, Account #1001-1110-001-460105 under the Election Administration fund and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1110-001-460105 (Minor tools and Apparatus)] Issue: Section 127.1232 of Texas Election Code (12/2/2021) mandates any county with a population over 100,000 to implement a video surveillance system that retains a record of areas containing voted ballots from the time the voted ballots are delivered to the central counting station until the canvas of precinct elections returns. Additionally, it reads that the video shall be made available the public by a livestream. Solution: Authorize the use of a cooperative contract vendor for the State of Texas who has met all the competitive bidding requirements of the State. Results: Order will be placed immediately after Court approval and transfer of funds. Estimated time of delivery is 1 week.

13. Purchasing

33. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) 2022 Ford F-150 Police Package Vehicle from Silsbee Ford for a total of $60,508.35 for the Webb County Attorney’s Office pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program; TIPS 210-907. [Grant Account #2468-2270-001-470000 Capital Outlay/OPSG ($42,998.99) & #2172-2270-001-470000 Capital Outlay Forfeiture Account ($17,509.36)] Issue: Vehicle was awarded to County Attorney’s Office by OPSG Grant. Solution: Authorize the purchase utilizing cooperative pricing through The Inter-local Purchasing System. Result: Order the grant funded vehicle for the County Attorney’s Office.

34. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of two (2) 2022 Ford F-450 trucks from Global Enterprise for a total of $156,094 for the Sheriff’s Office to pull the command centers pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program; GSA Number GS-30F-0404BA and GS074-248BA. [Grant Account #2475-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay Operation Lonestar Grant)] Issue: Vehicles were awarded to the Sheriff’s Office by the Operation Lonestar Grant. Solution: Authorize the purchase utilizing cooperative pricing through The Inter-Local Purchasing System. Result: Order the grant funded vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office.

14. Water Utilities

35. Discussion and possible action to award a contract in the amount of $68,080.00 to American Generator Services LLC, to modify and upgrade our current backup Transfer Switch Sequence/Operation Programming for the power outage generators located at the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant and to further grant by order of the Commissioners Court an exemption in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Section 262.024 (Discretionary Exemptions)(a.)(2.) an item to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the County; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #7220-7280-001-443000-035, Repairs & Maintenance Equipment (2016 Water Utility Improvement Series)] Issue: When the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant as built and put online in 2006 the generators were installed and programmed with natural gas as the primary source for power and the electrical utility generators to be used as a secondary backup power source. We currently have system running with electrical utility due to the cheaper cost compared to natural gas powered generators, which are more expensive to run due to the high cost of natural gas. The dual source power programming is will give the Utilities Dept. to automatically switch from one source of power i.e.; gas to electric or electric to gas as the main power source for the generators in the event of a power outage. Solution: Approve and authorize the Backup Generator upgrades to our Transfer Switch Station. Annual contract vendor was not able to provide contracted pricing since it will require additional programming in addition to the electrical upgrades being requested. A discretionary exemption is being recommended in order to process this scope of work in a more timely fashion to avoid any issues with the backup generators to the Water plant. Result: Department will have the ability to automatically transfer from electrical to natural gas power for the Backup Generators in the event of a Power Outage and ensure continuance of utility services to both Rio Bravo and El Cenizo.

36. Discussion and possible action to enter into a bulk water sales agreement for a three month period between Webb County (Webb County Utilities Department) and SUN Coast Resources, Inc. for the sale of potable water from the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant in an amount not to exceed 12,000 gallons per day at the following price: Up to 3,000 Gallons/$88.00, plus any additional gallons priced at 1,000 gal./$3.90 (pro-rated) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents. Issue: Company is seeking to purchase Potable Water from the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant for the temporary Migrant Tent Center Solution: Approve the service to Sun Coast Resources. Result: Provide Service to Company who is contracted out with the Migrant Tent Center.

15. Budget Officer

37. Discussion and possible action to approve the following budget amendment (line item transfers) for the distribution of funds to United Independent School District, Laredo Independent School District and Webb Consolidated School District from the reserve fund balance of the Webb County School Lands that is to be distributed on a Scholastic Basis; and any other matters incident thereto. [Available Permanent School Funds] Acct. Number Acct. Name Request 5100-8010-001-480001 LISD $58,416.50 5200-80108001-480001 $1,113,361.53 Total $1,171,778.03 5100-8010-001-480002 UISD $126,562.90 5200-8010-001-480002 $2,412,165.35 Total $2,538,728.24 5100-8010-001-480003 WCISD $705.60 5200-8010-001-480003 $13,448.10 Total $14,153.71 Issue: The original budget for these accounts were adopted with an estimated amount before the final numbers were provided by each school district. Solution: The budget adjustment will provide accurate amounts in each account for the general request for payment. Result: The disbursements of funds will be processed.

16. Commissioners Court Administrator

38. Discussion and possible action to enter into a retainer agreement in an amount not to exceed $21,000.00 with Segal Waters Consulting for Phase V of additional employee classification and wage consulting services; and authorizing Civil Legal Division to finalize said agreement; and authorizing County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-432001 General Operating Account - Professional Services]

39. Status report by Owners Representative, Gilpin Engineering Company, with discussion and possible action regarding the Webb County Fairgrounds project and any other matters incident thereto.

17. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of James Flores as County representative to the Laredo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors for One (1) year term. [Requested by Laredo Economic Development Corporation]

40. Discussion with possible action to adopt the updated County Travel Policies and Procedures to more accurately reflect actual travel costs; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: The travel policy section 7.0 Lodging needs to be updated to reflect reasonable cost at the most economical rate available. Solution: Approval of this update will enable Webb County to approve lodging at reasonable cost. Result: Webb County will have most updated travel policy.

41. Presentation by Veteran’s Office regarding the possible donation of a Soldier Battle Cross in dedication to all the fallen soldiers, to be placed at the Veteran's Cemetery; with discussion and possible action; and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2] [Account #1001-5410-001-463584]

42. Discussion and possible action to dedicate the Rio Bravo Fitness Center to fallen U.S. Marine, David Lee Espinoza and to name it Lance Corporal David Lee Espinoza Fitness Center and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsor by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

19. Presentations

46. Presentation by Professor James O’ Meara, Dean of the College of Education PH-303 Texas A&M International regarding the Making Laredo the Best City in Texas to Be Born project and any other matters incident hereto. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

47. Communications

18. Closed Session/Executive Session

44. Status report by Ms. Melissa Morales Fletcher (retained outside legal counsel), with discussion and possible action regarding Cause No. 2018CVI001385 D4, styled Ricardo “Rick” Manuel Romo vs. Webb County, Texas and Marco Montemayor, Individually; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(A)(Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)] [Requested by Civil Legal Division]

45. Status report by outside counsel with discussion and possible action regarding Abelardo G. Gonzalez v. Ponce Trevino, Civil Action No. 5:20-cv-00052. [Closed Session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation].

48. Adjourn

Feb 14, 2022 Commissioners Court Meeting

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 FEBRUARY 14, 2022 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. Auditor

6. Civil Legal Division

7. Community Action Agency

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

9. Economic Development

10. Elections Administration

11. Engineering

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

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

14. Public Defender

15. Purchasing

16. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

17. Water Utilities

5. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

18. Discussion with possible action to transfer Slot 0123 – Passport Supervisor, from the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office to the District Clerk’s Office to handle passport duties due to the substantial increase in passport applications currently being handled by the District Clerk’s Office; and any other matters incident thereto.

6. Economic Development

19. Discussion and possible action to approve change order No. 1 in the amount of $1,958.57 to the contract with Alsay Inc., for the Texas Department of Agriculture TXCDBG Mirando Water Well Phase II Project No. 7219095; and authorizing the County Judge to execute any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3523-7230-001-470000] Issue: Change order is being submitted for final inventory of as built construction items. Solution: Approve change order so contractor can finish construction of wells. Result: Contractor finishes construction on both water wells.

20. Discussion and possible action to approve a Contribution in Aid of Construction Agreement for Electrical Distribution Service with AEP in the amount of $20,185.76 for the installation and construction of electrical distribution to connect both water wells to electricity for Texas Department of Agriculture TXCDBG Mirando Water Well Phase II Project No. 7219095 and further authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. Recommended by James E. Flores, Economic Development. [Account #1001-1130-01-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: We are required to meet the 35 GPM TCEQ requirement. The first water well solely did not meet the 35 GMP requirement, therefore a second water well was needed. Additional electrical appurtenances were then required, as per the project engineer and AEP recommendations. Additional funds are needed to meet electrical power installations. Solution: Approve agreement with AEP to install and construct electrical distributions. Result: Newly constructed water wells will be able to operate.

21. Discussion and possible action to accept the recommendation of the Webb County ARPA Scoring Committee for award of Non-Governmental Organizations ARPA Sub-Award Applications; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. NGO Applicants Funding Amount Casa Misericordia $186,000 Laredo Housing Development Corporation $200,000 Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center $200,000 Habitat for Humanity $200,000 Texas A&M University Colonia $200,000 Mercy Ministries of Laredo $161,708 Imaginarium of South Texas $90,000 Kidney Foundation of Laredo $10,000 Sacred Heart Children’s Home $200,000 Laredo Regional Food Bank $200,000 Issue: Commissioners Court approves the awards to NGOs. Solution: Obtain Commissioners Court approval to award NGOs through ARPA funding. Result: Award NGOs and enter into an agreement with them in accordance with federal requirements and guidelines.

7. Extension Office

22. Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective April 1, 2022: Slot # Title Salary 0607 Extension Agent - 4H Youth Development $22,307.00 5/A Issue: Permission required to fill slot #0607, 4-H agent, to address support needs of Webb County youth enrolled in Webb County 4-H program. Solution: Fill job opening of vacant position to allow for structure and support of 4-H program in Webb County. Result: The filling of Slot #0607 will continue to provide leadership for an effective community-based educational program that supports the 4-H & Youth development programming in Webb County, including livestock projects, shooting sports, and leadership for youth in agriculture and natural resources.

8. Human Resources

23. Discussion and possible action to correct Webb County Personnel Policy 8.41- Definition of Immediate Family for Funeral Leave, in an effort to include County employee’s spouse immediate family, which was inadvertently left out in the amended Policy. Issue: The definition of immediate family for the purpose of funeral leave has always included the employee’s spouse immediate family. Solution: Approval of this revision will reflect the original intention of this policy. Result: Webb County Personal Policy will reflect the original intent of defining immediate family for funeral leave.

9. Casa Blanca Golf Course

24. Discussion with possible action to transfer $20,000 for the materials and supplies needed to construct the covered area at the driving range at the Casa Blanca Golf Course; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Webb County Judge Tano E. Tijerina and Commissioner Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina; Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)]

10. Civil Legal Division

25. Discussion and possible action to enter into a construction contract with Quantcorp Construction LLC in the amount of One Million Seven Hundred Seventy-Three Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Two Dollars ($1,773,682.00) for the Webb County Detoxification Facility Project (former Juvenile Detention Center at 1300 Chicago St., Laredo, Texas 78041) and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #3902-7230-001-474501 (Construction in Progress) $1,753,310; authorizing transfer from Series 2020 Interest Income of $20,373.00 = $1,773,683.00]

26. Discussion and possible action to enter into, by Order, a Public Property Finance Act Contract, No. 9820, pursuant to Texas 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 three (3) Automated Side Load Refuse Trucks for the Road and Bridge Department in an amount not to exceed ONE MILLION EIGHTEEN THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR DOLLARS FORTY CENTS ($1,018,964.40), with a financing term of five (5) annual payments of $203,792.88 at an interest rate of 2.888%, with the first annual payment due twelve (12) months after Commissioners Court approval and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #2007-7160-001-470000- Capital Outlay, Account #2007-9080-39000- Other Financing Sources] Issue: There is currently no funding in the Road and Bridge 2021-2022 FYE budget for the purchase of the heavy equipment (Refuse Trucks). Solution: Consider approval of a finance agreement with GCC to finance the purchase of the three (3) Refuse Trucks. Result: Refuse trucks needed will be purchased.

27. Discussion and possible action to enter into an Agreement Addendum with Jackson & Coker to retain the services of a Pathologist (locum tenens) from February 22, 20222 through February 26th, 2022 at $273.25 per hour to provide autopsy services at the Webb County Medical Examiner’s Office and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Medical Examiner Funds available from General Operating Fund #1001-1130-001-43201 (Professional Services), Medical Examiner #1001-3100-001-432001 (Professional Services) or in the event the expenses qualify ARPA funds]

28. Presentation, discussion and possible action to initiate the creation of a Reinvestment Zone to be known as Siete Wind Reinvestment Zone No. 1 being approximately 59,890.35 acres located south of the intersection Highway 59 and FM 2895 and extends approximately 6 miles to both the east and west and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by Apex Clean Energy Holdings, LLC]

29. Presentation, discussion and possible action to initiate the creation of a Reinvestment Zone to be known as Pradera Solar Reinvestment Zone No. 1 being approximately 2529.95 acres located directly south of the intersection Highway 59 and east of the AEP Lobo Stations and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by Apex Clean Energy Holdings, LLC]

11. Community Action Agency

30. Discussion and possible action to authorize the use of two (2) County buses from CAA- El Aguila to be used by the Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) at the upcoming Caballero's Cocktail Party which will be held on Friday, February 18th 2022 at Paseo Real allowing a reimbursement in the amount of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) for the requested transportation services; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by James Flores, CAA Executive Director; Account #2661- 5150- 357420]

31. Discussion and possible action to authorize the use of three (3) County buses from CAA- El Aguila to be used by the Washington's Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) at the upcoming Stars and Stripes Air Show which will be held on Sunday, February 27th 2022 at the Laredo International Airport allowing a reimbursement in the amount of SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($750.00) for the requested transportation services; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by James Flores, CAA Executive Director; Account #2661- 5150- 357420]

12. Elections

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a Physical Security Proposal between Webb County and DataVox for a five (5) year Camera license for the Webb County Elections Office to include Ten (10) Verkada CM41 indoor Mini Dome Cameras with 365 days of cloud based storage in an amount not to exceed $26,747.20 pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program (Texas DIR # 176-025-1479-000; Contract No. DIR-CPO-4766) and to further authorize the transfer of funds from the Operational Reserve, Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 to Minor tools and Apparatus, Account #1001-1110-001-460105 under the Election Administration fund and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1110-001-460105 (Minor tools and Apparatus)] Issue: Section 127.1232 of Texas Election Code (12/2/2021) mandates any county with a population over 100,000 to implement a video surveillance system that retains a record of areas containing voted ballots from the time the voted ballots are delivered to the central counting station until the canvas of precinct elections returns. Additionally, it reads that the video shall be made available the public by a livestream. Solution: Authorize the use of a cooperative contract vendor for the State of Texas who has met all the competitive bidding requirements of the State. Results: Order will be placed immediately after Court approval and transfer of funds. Estimated time of delivery is 1 week.

13. Purchasing

33. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) 2022 Ford F-150 Police Package Vehicle from Silsbee Ford for a total of $60,508.35 for the Webb County Attorney’s Office pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program; TIPS 210-907. [Grant Account #2468-2270-001-470000 Capital Outlay/OPSG ($42,998.99) & #2172-2270-001-470000 Capital Outlay Forfeiture Account ($17,509.36)] Issue: Vehicle was awarded to County Attorney’s Office by OPSG Grant. Solution: Authorize the purchase utilizing cooperative pricing through The Inter-local Purchasing System. Result: Order the grant funded vehicle for the County Attorney’s Office.

34. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of two (2) 2022 Ford F-450 trucks from Global Enterprise for a total of $156,094 for the Sheriff’s Office to pull the command centers pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program; GSA Number GS-30F-0404BA and GS074-248BA. [Grant Account #2475-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay Operation Lonestar Grant)] Issue: Vehicles were awarded to the Sheriff’s Office by the Operation Lonestar Grant. Solution: Authorize the purchase utilizing cooperative pricing through The Inter-Local Purchasing System. Result: Order the grant funded vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office.

14. Water Utilities

35. Discussion and possible action to award a contract in the amount of $68,080.00 to American Generator Services LLC, to modify and upgrade our current backup Transfer Switch Sequence/Operation Programming for the power outage generators located at the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant and to further grant by order of the Commissioners Court an exemption in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Section 262.024 (Discretionary Exemptions)(a.)(2.) an item to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the County; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #7220-7280-001-443000-035, Repairs & Maintenance Equipment (2016 Water Utility Improvement Series)] Issue: When the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant as built and put online in 2006 the generators were installed and programmed with natural gas as the primary source for power and the electrical utility generators to be used as a secondary backup power source. We currently have system running with electrical utility due to the cheaper cost compared to natural gas powered generators, which are more expensive to run due to the high cost of natural gas. The dual source power programming is will give the Utilities Dept. to automatically switch from one source of power i.e.; gas to electric or electric to gas as the main power source for the generators in the event of a power outage. Solution: Approve and authorize the Backup Generator upgrades to our Transfer Switch Station. Annual contract vendor was not able to provide contracted pricing since it will require additional programming in addition to the electrical upgrades being requested. A discretionary exemption is being recommended in order to process this scope of work in a more timely fashion to avoid any issues with the backup generators to the Water plant. Result: Department will have the ability to automatically transfer from electrical to natural gas power for the Backup Generators in the event of a Power Outage and ensure continuance of utility services to both Rio Bravo and El Cenizo.

36. Discussion and possible action to enter into a bulk water sales agreement for a three month period between Webb County (Webb County Utilities Department) and SUN Coast Resources, Inc. for the sale of potable water from the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant in an amount not to exceed 12,000 gallons per day at the following price: Up to 3,000 Gallons/$88.00, plus any additional gallons priced at 1,000 gal./$3.90 (pro-rated) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents. Issue: Company is seeking to purchase Potable Water from the Rio Bravo Water Treatment Plant for the temporary Migrant Tent Center Solution: Approve the service to Sun Coast Resources. Result: Provide Service to Company who is contracted out with the Migrant Tent Center.

15. Budget Officer

37. Discussion and possible action to approve the following budget amendment (line item transfers) for the distribution of funds to United Independent School District, Laredo Independent School District and Webb Consolidated School District from the reserve fund balance of the Webb County School Lands that is to be distributed on a Scholastic Basis; and any other matters incident thereto. [Available Permanent School Funds] Acct. Number Acct. Name Request 5100-8010-001-480001 LISD $58,416.50 5200-80108001-480001 $1,113,361.53 Total $1,171,778.03 5100-8010-001-480002 UISD $126,562.90 5200-8010-001-480002 $2,412,165.35 Total $2,538,728.24 5100-8010-001-480003 WCISD $705.60 5200-8010-001-480003 $13,448.10 Total $14,153.71 Issue: The original budget for these accounts were adopted with an estimated amount before the final numbers were provided by each school district. Solution: The budget adjustment will provide accurate amounts in each account for the general request for payment. Result: The disbursements of funds will be processed.

16. Commissioners Court Administrator

38. Discussion and possible action to enter into a retainer agreement in an amount not to exceed $21,000.00 with Segal Waters Consulting for Phase V of additional employee classification and wage consulting services; and authorizing Civil Legal Division to finalize said agreement; and authorizing County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-432001 General Operating Account - Professional Services]

39. Status report by Owners Representative, Gilpin Engineering Company, with discussion and possible action regarding the Webb County Fairgrounds project and any other matters incident thereto.

17. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of James Flores as County representative to the Laredo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors for One (1) year term. [Requested by Laredo Economic Development Corporation]

40. Discussion with possible action to adopt the updated County Travel Policies and Procedures to more accurately reflect actual travel costs; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: The travel policy section 7.0 Lodging needs to be updated to reflect reasonable cost at the most economical rate available. Solution: Approval of this update will enable Webb County to approve lodging at reasonable cost. Result: Webb County will have most updated travel policy.

41. Presentation by Veteran’s Office regarding the possible donation of a Soldier Battle Cross in dedication to all the fallen soldiers, to be placed at the Veteran's Cemetery; with discussion and possible action; and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2] [Account #1001-5410-001-463584]

42. Discussion and possible action to dedicate the Rio Bravo Fitness Center to fallen U.S. Marine, David Lee Espinoza and to name it Lance Corporal David Lee Espinoza Fitness Center and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsor by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

19. Presentations

46. Presentation by Professor James O’ Meara, Dean of the College of Education PH-303 Texas A&M International regarding the Making Laredo the Best City in Texas to Be Born project and any other matters incident hereto. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

47. Communications

18. Closed Session/Executive Session

44. Status report by Ms. Melissa Morales Fletcher (retained outside legal counsel), with discussion and possible action regarding Cause No. 2018CVI001385 D4, styled Ricardo “Rick” Manuel Romo vs. Webb County, Texas and Marco Montemayor, Individually; and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071(1)(A)(Consultation with Attorney regarding pending litigation)] [Requested by Civil Legal Division]

45. Status report by outside counsel with discussion and possible action regarding Abelardo G. Gonzalez v. Ponce Trevino, Civil Action No. 5:20-cv-00052. [Closed Session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation].

48. Adjourn

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 FEBRUARY 14, 2022 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. Auditor

6. Civil Legal Division

7. Community Action Agency

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

9. Economic Development

10. Elections Administration

11. Engineering

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

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

14. Public Defender

15. Purchasing

16. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

17. Water Utilities

39. Status report by Owners Representative, Gilpin Engineering Company, with discussion and possible action regarding the Webb County Fairgrounds project and any other matters incident thereto.

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of James Flores as County representative to the Laredo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors for One (1) year term. [Requested by Laredo Economic Development Corporation]

42. Discussion and possible action to dedicate the Rio Bravo Fitness Center to fallen U.S. Marine, David Lee Espinoza and to name it Lance Corporal David Lee Espinoza Fitness Center and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsor by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

46. Presentation by Professor James O’ Meara, Dean of the College of Education PH-303 Texas A&M International regarding the Making Laredo the Best City in Texas to Be Born project and any other matters incident hereto. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

47. Communications

48. Adjourn

Feb 14, 2022 Commissioners Court Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 FEBRUARY 14, 2022 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. Auditor

6. Civil Legal Division

7. Community Action Agency

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

9. Economic Development

10. Elections Administration

11. Engineering

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

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

14. Public Defender

15. Purchasing

16. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

17. Water Utilities

39. Status report by Owners Representative, Gilpin Engineering Company, with discussion and possible action regarding the Webb County Fairgrounds project and any other matters incident thereto.

43. Discussion and possible action to approve the appointment of James Flores as County representative to the Laredo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors for One (1) year term. [Requested by Laredo Economic Development Corporation]

42. Discussion and possible action to dedicate the Rio Bravo Fitness Center to fallen U.S. Marine, David Lee Espinoza and to name it Lance Corporal David Lee Espinoza Fitness Center and any other matters incident thereto. [Co-Sponsor by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]

46. Presentation by Professor James O’ Meara, Dean of the College of Education PH-303 Texas A&M International regarding the Making Laredo the Best City in Texas to Be Born project and any other matters incident hereto. [Requested by Tano E. Tijerina, County Judge]

47. Communications

48. Adjourn

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