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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 13, 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, 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. Economic Development

9. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

11. Purchasing

12. Risk Management

13. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

14. Line Item Transfers

5. Casa Blanca Golf Course

15. Discussion and possible action to approve additional funding for the Casa Blanca Golf Course by increasing the following accounts within the Golf Course funds; and any other matters incident thereto [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Acct. Number Acct. Name Request 7100-6080-001-443000-035 Repairs & Main't -Equipment $12,000 7100-6090-001-461000 Materials & Supplies $650 7100-6110-001-461005-035 Merchandise- Equipment COS $10,000 7100-6110-001-461005-040 Merchandise-Accessories COS $3,500 7100-6110-001-461005-030 Merchandise-Shoes COS $2,500 7100-6080-001-444001-020 Trees & Landscaping - Sand & Gravel $15,000 7100-6120-001-463005-005 Groceries - Beverage $24,000 7100-6120-001-463005-010 Groceries - Food $6.000 $73,650 Issue: Funding is needed to continue sales in the pro shop and several ongoing projects at the golf course. Solution: Additional funding to the accounts listed above. Result: Pro shop can continue sale and projects will be completed.

Business Office

16. 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 June 13, 2022: Slot # Title Salary 1709 Business Office Manager $57,008.78 - $63,752.47 22/A-J Issue: Slot #1709 is currently vacant. Solution: Request to fill this slot. Result: Filling of slot will allow department to run efficiently and effectively.

7. Civil Legal Division

17. Discussion and possible action to enter into Amendment #2 to the original contract for renovations to the Quad City Fire Station, dated May 26, 2020, being AIA Document B101-2017 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect, by and between Webb County and Redline Architecture, L.L.C., to include additional design services (plans, specifications and cost estimates) for the addition of an approximate 1,400 sq. ft. of office space, to be added to the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Building for the Constable of Precinct 3, in the amount of Fifty Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Four Dollars ($58,704.00) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #1001-1130-001-432-001 (Professional Services)]

18. Discussion and possible action to amend the Commissioners Court approval of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Premium Pay Plan and Policy Statement (as approved May 23, 2022) providing up to Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000) for employees that qualify for a one time lump sum premium payment by amending the Plan and Policy Statement to allow eligible employees to receive up to Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($3,500.00) effective June 13, 2022 through September 30, 2022; subject to approval by the Webb County Auditors Office and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2703-5205-001-410010 (ARPA Grant Funds)]

8. Elections

19. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Elections Office to participate in the Secretary of State’s Countywide Election Precinct Polling Place Program under Section 43.007(i) of the Texas Election Code, and any other matters incident thereto.

9. Emergency Management

20. Discussion and possible action for Commissioners Court to order and enforce Local Government Code Sec. 352.051 "Regulation of Restricted Fireworks" for the Fourth of July fireworks season in all the unincorporated areas of Webb County and other applicable statutes. A violation of this Order is a Class-C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.00. Issue: The current Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) average for Webb County is 532 and may reach the index trigger of 696 immediately preceding the Fourth of July holiday. (The KBDI scale ranges from 0-800, with 800 representing severe drought conditions). These conditions create a high risk for wildfires to damage life and property. Solution: Order a restricted fireworks ban on those items classified under 49 C.F.R. Sec. 173.100 (r) (2) (10-1-86 edition), as "skyrockets with sticks" and "missiles with fins" to be enforced by the Sheriff's Office to discourage use of those fireworks to in order to prevent ignition of wildfires and damage to life and property. Result: A conscious effort to mitigate the effects caused by fireworks and wildfires.

10. Information Technology

21. Discussion and possible action to purchase Palo Alto Firewall/Licensing in the amount not to exceed $119,784.14 from Insight Public Sector in accordance with the Texas Government Code; Section 271.101 and 271.102 Cooperative Program Participation, Omnia Contract No. 4400006644. [Account #2699-1280-001-460105-020 (Minor Tools & Apparatus Software/Hardware)] Issue: Existing Firewall reaching end of life and needs to be replaced. Solution: Authorize and purchase Firewall. Result: Firewall will be replaced and supported for the next five years.

11. Purchasing

22. 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 law enforcement police equipment and Heavy Equipment with the proposed finance terms listed below and authorizing the Civil/Legal Division to prepare and finalize all related documents with final authorization from the County Judge on the selected finance option(s) and any other matters incident thereto. Issuer: Webb County, Texas Financing Structure: Public Property Finance Contract issued under local Government Code Section 271.005 Equipment Cost $878,359.78 Police Equipment Annual Term: Interest Rate: Payment Amount: 5 Payments 3.813% $196,266.07 7 Payments 3.89% $145,748.86 Payments Beginning: One year from signing, annually thereafter Equipment Cost: $827,337.20 Heavy Equipment Annual Term: Interest Rate: Payment Amount: 7 Payments 3.89% $137,282.53 10 Payments 4.058% $102,297.91 Payments Beginning: One year from signing, annually thereafter Issue: Commissioners Court authorized County staff to secure a finance proposal in order to purchase the necessary law enforcement equipment for new leased police vehicles and heavy equipment for both the Road and Bridge and the Water Utilities Department. Solution: Approve the recommended financing option(s) being provided by Government Capital Corporation in order to secure the funding necessary to purchase the requested equipment. Result: Proceed with the execution of the public property finance contract and authorize the Purchase Agent to order equipment immediately after funding is transferred to Webb County by GCC contingent upon approval of this item and a fully executed contract between Webb County and GCC.

23. Discussion and possible action to approve a construction contract between Webb County and Waukesha-Pearce Industries, LLC (Buy-Board Cooperative Contract #657-21) for the installation of three (3) commercial size generators for the Webb County Fire Stations located at Los Botines, Main, and Quad Cities in an amount not to exceed $67,119.00 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)]

24. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of Generac Generators from Grainger (Omnia Region 4 #R192002) for the Webb County Fire Stations located at Los Botines, Main, and Quad Cities in an amount not to exceed $83,185.59 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs and to further authorize an additional $10,500.00 from the General Operational Reserve to the General Operating Capital Outlay Account and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)] Quad City Fire Station Price Generac 20 KW Generator including transfer switch TX series, and start up $35,434.45 Los Botines Fire Station Price Generac 50KW Generator including transfer switch, setup, and shipping $39,627.50 Main Fire Station Hwy 59 Price Generac Transfer Switch TX series, start up and freight included $8,123.64

25. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) 2022 Ford F-150 from Escamilla Ford Inc. for a total not to exceed $44,766.91 for the Webb County Attorney’s Office and any other matters incident thereto. [Grant Account #2469-2270-001-470000 Capital Outlay (OPSG)] Issue: The County Attorney’s Office was awarded grant funding for the purchase of one (1) vehicle for law enforcement use. The Purchasing Department contacted eight (8) vendors and there was no availability, in stock specifications as requested by the County Attorney’s Office from seven out of the eight vendors. Solution: Authorize the purchase based on outcome of sole bidder due to lack of availability for specifications requested by department. Result: Order the grant funded vehicle for the County Attorney’s Office, fuel, maintenance and insurance not covered by Grant Funds.

26. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase and installation of five (5) Thermal Cameras with related hardware and software to retrofit four (4) mobile surveillance trailers and one (1) mobile Command Center from Turn Key Mobile, Inc. (National IPA Contract #171725-01) for an amount not to exceed $239,995.00 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2475-3010-001-470000 (Operation Lone Star-Capital Outlay)] Issue: Operation Lone Star grant funds are being utilized to upgrade existing surveillance equipment and command center used for border security operations, emergency management response and other law enforcement purposes for Webb County. Solution: Authorize the use of cooperative contract pricing by proposed vendor who specializes in security based equipment for law enforcement. Result: If cooperative pricing proposal is approved, the Purchasing Agent will order equipment from approved vendor and funding source approved by Commissioners Court.

12. Risk Management

27. Discussion and possible action to amend the Webb County Personnel Policies manual by adding specific detailed information concerning "Open Enrollment" and New Hire/Rehire Employee Benefit and their coverage dates. Issue: Personnel manual is vague on what type of Benefits and waiting periods are offered at Webb County. Solution: Approval of added wording will ensure that New Hire and Rehire employees will be able to determine when their benefits will be available. Result: By providing the information all employees will be able to understand the employee benefit policy.

13. Water Utilities

28. 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 June 13, 2022: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1535 Operator I $15.15 -15.93 12/A-E Issue: Position became Vacant May 25, 2022. Solution: Fill Vacant Position. Result: The filling of this position will alleviate work overload created by vacancy and allow for efficiency, effectiveness and production of work within the department and to better serve the needs of the County.

14. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

29. Discussion and possible action to approve a contract between Webb County and Visionality (Texas DIR Contract: DIR-TSO-3889) for the Central Jury Room AV upgrades in an amount not to exceed $75,000 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3873-2230-001-470000-180 Capital Outlay - Computerization ($26,000 available); #1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve ($49,000)] Issue: Equipment in Central Jury Room is outdated. Solution: Three (3) cooperative vendors were invited to participate and submit proposals after site visit. Submitted proposals with cooperative pricing were negotiated and the best value for this specific project is proposal submitted by Visionality. Result: If cooperative pricing proposal is approved, the Purchasing Agent will order services/equipment from approved funding source as authorized by Commissioners Court.

Budget Officer

30. 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 $255,500 To: 1001-3010-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $400,000 $195,000 $13,443 $208,443 1001-3150-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $50,000 $12,000 $9,250 $21,250 1001-3180-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $38,000 $15,000 $5,290 $20,290 1001-3160-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $40,000 $15,000 $6,584 $21,584 1001-3170-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $25,000 $18,500 $1,744 $20,244 $255,500 Issue: Increase in gas prices have resulted in shortage of funding for law enforcement fuel accounts. Solution: Transfer from operational savings into each respective law enforcement department. Result: Sheriff and Constable offices will have fuel funded until the end of the fiscal year.

16. Commissioners Court Administrator

31. Discussion and possible action to approve a line item transfer to cover future costs associated with professional services (Account #1001-1130-001-431000) in the amount not to exceed $85,000; and any other matters incident thereto. [Funding Source: #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: The professional services line item has been depleted and there are pending services. (Item 34, appraisal fees, and any possible future costs) Solution: Fund professional services adequately to ensure payment of services and future costs. Result: Sufficient funding for pending items and future expenses.

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a line item transfer to cover invoices associated with the current locum tenens coverage agreement in the amount not to exceed $235,000; and any other matters incident thereto. [Funding Source: #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: The amount for locum tenens coverage agreement was originally anticipated to be covered through ARPA funds, however, since then the expense has not been approved through that funding. Professional services will have to be used for the contract currently in place. Solution: Authorize line item transfer to process invoices that are currently on hold. Result: Paid invoices in line with contractual agreement.

33. Discussion and possible action to modify final project list with additional projects to be funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF); and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Proposed ARPA projects need to be finalized by Commissioners Court in an effort to complete list. Solution: Obtain Commissioners Court approval for projects, allowing implementation to begin. Result: All approved projects must begin implementation stage.

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

34. Status report from Engineering department on current progress regarding the Mangana Hein Road extension project; with a request for a specific timeline for design, construction and completion; and any other matters incident thereto.

18. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

35. Discussion and possible action to approve June 19, 2022 as Juneteenth holiday commemorating Emancipation Day, a National, Federal and State holiday as declared by the President of the United States. Holiday will be observed on Monday, June 20, 2022; and any other matters incident thereto.

36. Discussion and possible action to amend (Amendment #1) the Memorandum of Understanding between Laredo International Fair and Exposition Board and Webb County, dated February 22, 2021, by increasing the term of the agreement for use of the Main Office at the Fairgrounds from February 7, 2023 to February 7, 2026 and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

37. Communications

38. Adjourn

Jun 13, 2022 Commissioners Court Meeting

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PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 13, 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, 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. Economic Development

9. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

11. Purchasing

12. Risk Management

13. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

14. Line Item Transfers

5. Casa Blanca Golf Course

15. Discussion and possible action to approve additional funding for the Casa Blanca Golf Course by increasing the following accounts within the Golf Course funds; and any other matters incident thereto [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Acct. Number Acct. Name Request 7100-6080-001-443000-035 Repairs & Main't -Equipment $12,000 7100-6090-001-461000 Materials & Supplies $650 7100-6110-001-461005-035 Merchandise- Equipment COS $10,000 7100-6110-001-461005-040 Merchandise-Accessories COS $3,500 7100-6110-001-461005-030 Merchandise-Shoes COS $2,500 7100-6080-001-444001-020 Trees & Landscaping - Sand & Gravel $15,000 7100-6120-001-463005-005 Groceries - Beverage $24,000 7100-6120-001-463005-010 Groceries - Food $6.000 $73,650 Issue: Funding is needed to continue sales in the pro shop and several ongoing projects at the golf course. Solution: Additional funding to the accounts listed above. Result: Pro shop can continue sale and projects will be completed.

Business Office

16. 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 June 13, 2022: Slot # Title Salary 1709 Business Office Manager $57,008.78 - $63,752.47 22/A-J Issue: Slot #1709 is currently vacant. Solution: Request to fill this slot. Result: Filling of slot will allow department to run efficiently and effectively.

7. Civil Legal Division

17. Discussion and possible action to enter into Amendment #2 to the original contract for renovations to the Quad City Fire Station, dated May 26, 2020, being AIA Document B101-2017 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect, by and between Webb County and Redline Architecture, L.L.C., to include additional design services (plans, specifications and cost estimates) for the addition of an approximate 1,400 sq. ft. of office space, to be added to the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Building for the Constable of Precinct 3, in the amount of Fifty Eight Thousand Seven Hundred Four Dollars ($58,704.00) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Account #1001-1130-001-432-001 (Professional Services)]

18. Discussion and possible action to amend the Commissioners Court approval of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Premium Pay Plan and Policy Statement (as approved May 23, 2022) providing up to Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000) for employees that qualify for a one time lump sum premium payment by amending the Plan and Policy Statement to allow eligible employees to receive up to Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($3,500.00) effective June 13, 2022 through September 30, 2022; subject to approval by the Webb County Auditors Office and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2703-5205-001-410010 (ARPA Grant Funds)]

8. Elections

19. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Elections Office to participate in the Secretary of State’s Countywide Election Precinct Polling Place Program under Section 43.007(i) of the Texas Election Code, and any other matters incident thereto.

9. Emergency Management

20. Discussion and possible action for Commissioners Court to order and enforce Local Government Code Sec. 352.051 "Regulation of Restricted Fireworks" for the Fourth of July fireworks season in all the unincorporated areas of Webb County and other applicable statutes. A violation of this Order is a Class-C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not to exceed $500.00. Issue: The current Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) average for Webb County is 532 and may reach the index trigger of 696 immediately preceding the Fourth of July holiday. (The KBDI scale ranges from 0-800, with 800 representing severe drought conditions). These conditions create a high risk for wildfires to damage life and property. Solution: Order a restricted fireworks ban on those items classified under 49 C.F.R. Sec. 173.100 (r) (2) (10-1-86 edition), as "skyrockets with sticks" and "missiles with fins" to be enforced by the Sheriff's Office to discourage use of those fireworks to in order to prevent ignition of wildfires and damage to life and property. Result: A conscious effort to mitigate the effects caused by fireworks and wildfires.

10. Information Technology

21. Discussion and possible action to purchase Palo Alto Firewall/Licensing in the amount not to exceed $119,784.14 from Insight Public Sector in accordance with the Texas Government Code; Section 271.101 and 271.102 Cooperative Program Participation, Omnia Contract No. 4400006644. [Account #2699-1280-001-460105-020 (Minor Tools & Apparatus Software/Hardware)] Issue: Existing Firewall reaching end of life and needs to be replaced. Solution: Authorize and purchase Firewall. Result: Firewall will be replaced and supported for the next five years.

11. Purchasing

22. 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 law enforcement police equipment and Heavy Equipment with the proposed finance terms listed below and authorizing the Civil/Legal Division to prepare and finalize all related documents with final authorization from the County Judge on the selected finance option(s) and any other matters incident thereto. Issuer: Webb County, Texas Financing Structure: Public Property Finance Contract issued under local Government Code Section 271.005 Equipment Cost $878,359.78 Police Equipment Annual Term: Interest Rate: Payment Amount: 5 Payments 3.813% $196,266.07 7 Payments 3.89% $145,748.86 Payments Beginning: One year from signing, annually thereafter Equipment Cost: $827,337.20 Heavy Equipment Annual Term: Interest Rate: Payment Amount: 7 Payments 3.89% $137,282.53 10 Payments 4.058% $102,297.91 Payments Beginning: One year from signing, annually thereafter Issue: Commissioners Court authorized County staff to secure a finance proposal in order to purchase the necessary law enforcement equipment for new leased police vehicles and heavy equipment for both the Road and Bridge and the Water Utilities Department. Solution: Approve the recommended financing option(s) being provided by Government Capital Corporation in order to secure the funding necessary to purchase the requested equipment. Result: Proceed with the execution of the public property finance contract and authorize the Purchase Agent to order equipment immediately after funding is transferred to Webb County by GCC contingent upon approval of this item and a fully executed contract between Webb County and GCC.

23. Discussion and possible action to approve a construction contract between Webb County and Waukesha-Pearce Industries, LLC (Buy-Board Cooperative Contract #657-21) for the installation of three (3) commercial size generators for the Webb County Fire Stations located at Los Botines, Main, and Quad Cities in an amount not to exceed $67,119.00 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)]

24. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of Generac Generators from Grainger (Omnia Region 4 #R192002) for the Webb County Fire Stations located at Los Botines, Main, and Quad Cities in an amount not to exceed $83,185.59 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs and to further authorize an additional $10,500.00 from the General Operational Reserve to the General Operating Capital Outlay Account and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)] Quad City Fire Station Price Generac 20 KW Generator including transfer switch TX series, and start up $35,434.45 Los Botines Fire Station Price Generac 50KW Generator including transfer switch, setup, and shipping $39,627.50 Main Fire Station Hwy 59 Price Generac Transfer Switch TX series, start up and freight included $8,123.64

25. Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) 2022 Ford F-150 from Escamilla Ford Inc. for a total not to exceed $44,766.91 for the Webb County Attorney’s Office and any other matters incident thereto. [Grant Account #2469-2270-001-470000 Capital Outlay (OPSG)] Issue: The County Attorney’s Office was awarded grant funding for the purchase of one (1) vehicle for law enforcement use. The Purchasing Department contacted eight (8) vendors and there was no availability, in stock specifications as requested by the County Attorney’s Office from seven out of the eight vendors. Solution: Authorize the purchase based on outcome of sole bidder due to lack of availability for specifications requested by department. Result: Order the grant funded vehicle for the County Attorney’s Office, fuel, maintenance and insurance not covered by Grant Funds.

26. Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase and installation of five (5) Thermal Cameras with related hardware and software to retrofit four (4) mobile surveillance trailers and one (1) mobile Command Center from Turn Key Mobile, Inc. (National IPA Contract #171725-01) for an amount not to exceed $239,995.00 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2475-3010-001-470000 (Operation Lone Star-Capital Outlay)] Issue: Operation Lone Star grant funds are being utilized to upgrade existing surveillance equipment and command center used for border security operations, emergency management response and other law enforcement purposes for Webb County. Solution: Authorize the use of cooperative contract pricing by proposed vendor who specializes in security based equipment for law enforcement. Result: If cooperative pricing proposal is approved, the Purchasing Agent will order equipment from approved vendor and funding source approved by Commissioners Court.

12. Risk Management

27. Discussion and possible action to amend the Webb County Personnel Policies manual by adding specific detailed information concerning "Open Enrollment" and New Hire/Rehire Employee Benefit and their coverage dates. Issue: Personnel manual is vague on what type of Benefits and waiting periods are offered at Webb County. Solution: Approval of added wording will ensure that New Hire and Rehire employees will be able to determine when their benefits will be available. Result: By providing the information all employees will be able to understand the employee benefit policy.

13. Water Utilities

28. 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 June 13, 2022: Slot # Title Hourly Rate 1535 Operator I $15.15 -15.93 12/A-E Issue: Position became Vacant May 25, 2022. Solution: Fill Vacant Position. Result: The filling of this position will alleviate work overload created by vacancy and allow for efficiency, effectiveness and production of work within the department and to better serve the needs of the County.

14. Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk

29. Discussion and possible action to approve a contract between Webb County and Visionality (Texas DIR Contract: DIR-TSO-3889) for the Central Jury Room AV upgrades in an amount not to exceed $75,000 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; Sections 271.101, 271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3873-2230-001-470000-180 Capital Outlay - Computerization ($26,000 available); #1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve ($49,000)] Issue: Equipment in Central Jury Room is outdated. Solution: Three (3) cooperative vendors were invited to participate and submit proposals after site visit. Submitted proposals with cooperative pricing were negotiated and the best value for this specific project is proposal submitted by Visionality. Result: If cooperative pricing proposal is approved, the Purchasing Agent will order services/equipment from approved funding source as authorized by Commissioners Court.

Budget Officer

30. 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 $255,500 To: 1001-3010-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $400,000 $195,000 $13,443 $208,443 1001-3150-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $50,000 $12,000 $9,250 $21,250 1001-3180-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $38,000 $15,000 $5,290 $20,290 1001-3160-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $40,000 $15,000 $6,584 $21,584 1001-3170-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $25,000 $18,500 $1,744 $20,244 $255,500 Issue: Increase in gas prices have resulted in shortage of funding for law enforcement fuel accounts. Solution: Transfer from operational savings into each respective law enforcement department. Result: Sheriff and Constable offices will have fuel funded until the end of the fiscal year.

16. Commissioners Court Administrator

31. Discussion and possible action to approve a line item transfer to cover future costs associated with professional services (Account #1001-1130-001-431000) in the amount not to exceed $85,000; and any other matters incident thereto. [Funding Source: #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: The professional services line item has been depleted and there are pending services. (Item 34, appraisal fees, and any possible future costs) Solution: Fund professional services adequately to ensure payment of services and future costs. Result: Sufficient funding for pending items and future expenses.

32. Discussion and possible action to approve a line item transfer to cover invoices associated with the current locum tenens coverage agreement in the amount not to exceed $235,000; and any other matters incident thereto. [Funding Source: #1001-1130-001-431007-010 (Operational Reserve)] Issue: The amount for locum tenens coverage agreement was originally anticipated to be covered through ARPA funds, however, since then the expense has not been approved through that funding. Professional services will have to be used for the contract currently in place. Solution: Authorize line item transfer to process invoices that are currently on hold. Result: Paid invoices in line with contractual agreement.

33. Discussion and possible action to modify final project list with additional projects to be funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF); and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. Issue: Proposed ARPA projects need to be finalized by Commissioners Court in an effort to complete list. Solution: Obtain Commissioners Court approval for projects, allowing implementation to begin. Result: All approved projects must begin implementation stage.

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

34. Status report from Engineering department on current progress regarding the Mangana Hein Road extension project; with a request for a specific timeline for design, construction and completion; and any other matters incident thereto.

18. Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge

35. Discussion and possible action to approve June 19, 2022 as Juneteenth holiday commemorating Emancipation Day, a National, Federal and State holiday as declared by the President of the United States. Holiday will be observed on Monday, June 20, 2022; and any other matters incident thereto.

36. Discussion and possible action to amend (Amendment #1) the Memorandum of Understanding between Laredo International Fair and Exposition Board and Webb County, dated February 22, 2021, by increasing the term of the agreement for use of the Main Office at the Fairgrounds from February 7, 2023 to February 7, 2026 and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.

37. Communications

38. Adjourn

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 13, 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, 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. Economic Development

9. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

11. Purchasing

12. Risk Management

13. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

14. Line Item Transfers

19. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Elections Office to participate in the Secretary of State’s Countywide Election Precinct Polling Place Program under Section 43.007(i) of the Texas Election Code, and any other matters incident thereto.

34. Status report from Engineering department on current progress regarding the Mangana Hein Road extension project; with a request for a specific timeline for design, construction and completion; and any other matters incident thereto.

35. Discussion and possible action to approve June 19, 2022 as Juneteenth holiday commemorating Emancipation Day, a National, Federal and State holiday as declared by the President of the United States. Holiday will be observed on Monday, June 20, 2022; and any other matters incident thereto.

37. Communications

38. Adjourn

Jun 13, 2022 Commissioners Court Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR LAREDO, TEXAS 78040 JUNE 13, 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, 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. Economic Development

9. Fire Suppression & EMS Services

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

11. Purchasing

12. Risk Management

13. Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff

14. Line Item Transfers

19. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Elections Office to participate in the Secretary of State’s Countywide Election Precinct Polling Place Program under Section 43.007(i) of the Texas Election Code, and any other matters incident thereto.

34. Status report from Engineering department on current progress regarding the Mangana Hein Road extension project; with a request for a specific timeline for design, construction and completion; and any other matters incident thereto.

35. Discussion and possible action to approve June 19, 2022 as Juneteenth holiday commemorating Emancipation Day, a National, Federal and State holiday as declared by the President of the United States. Holiday will be observed on Monday, June 20, 2022; and any other matters incident thereto.

37. Communications

38. Adjourn

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