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| CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE |
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Roll Call by Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk |
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Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation |
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Discussion and possible action for Approval of Bills, Payroll, and Monthly Reports (Auditor, Treasurer, Human Resources, Risk Management, Tax Assessor-Collector; and any other Department reports); and any other matters incident thereto. |
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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. |
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COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING: |
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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
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Auditor |
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Discussion and possible action to approve payment for memberships of non-profit state associations for fiscal year 2025 as required by Local Government Code Section §89.002 subject to funding availability and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: Local Government Code §89.002 requires that the Commissioners Court may spend, in the name of the county, money from the county's general fund for membership fees and dues of a nonprofit state association of counties if:
(1) a majority of the court votes to approve membership in the association;
(2) the association exists for the betterment of county government and the benefit of all county officials;
(3) the association is not affiliated with a labor organization;
(4) neither the association nor an employee of the association directly or indirectly influences or attempts to influence the outcome of any legislation pending before the legislature, except that this subdivision does not prevent a person from providing information for a member of the legislature or appearing before a legislative committee at the request of the committee or the member of the legislature; and
(5) neither the association nor an employee of the association directly or indirectly contributes any money, services, or other valuable thing to a political campaign or endorses a candidate or group of candidates for public office.
Solution: Obtain court approval as required.
Result: State associations approved by Commissioners Court will be processed for payment timely. Click to View |
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Budget Officer |
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Discussion and possible action to ratify and approve the following budget amendment (line item transfer) to cover the Property & Casualty Premium approved for fiscal year 2025; and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by Leroy Medford, Assistant Budget Officer]
Issue: There is a shortfall in funds originally budgeted for property & casualty insurance premiums.
Solution: Transfer as stated above.
Result: Funds will be available to process payment. Click to View |
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Honorable Jesse Gonzalez, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 1 |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into intra agency Memorandum of Understanding with the Webb County Utilities Department to obligate the ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds in that amount of $7,485,232.00 for the Utilities Department to carry out the La Press Booster Pump Station Project and La Pres Waterline Extension Phase II and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge and Utilities Director to sign all relevant documents. [ARPA Funds in the amount of $7,485,232.00] Click to View |
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Honorable Ricardo A. Jaime, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 4 |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into Work Authorization #1 to the Professional Services Master Contract with Top Site Civil Group, LLC for Road, Parking and Paving Design Services to provide plans and specifications and construction administration services for a parking lot project located at 801 Zaragoza St. in an amount not to exceed Nineteen Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($19,900.00) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Funding Source: #1001-1130-001-432001 (Professional Services)] Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Professional Services Master Contract with Top Site Civil Group, LLC for Road, Parking and Paving Design Services for a two year period and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [No effect on budget until work authorizations are approved] Click to View |
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Commissioners Court |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the County Judge to issue a letter of concurrence to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board, U.S. Dept. of Commerce in support of establishing a usage driven FTZ designation (Minor Boundary Modification), City of Laredo Foreign Trade Zone (F.T.Z.) No. 94 for North American Forwarding, Inc. dba Axys Logistics, Inc., located at 4108 Trade Center Blvd. Laredo, Texas, 78045, within Webb County’s Taxing Jurisdiction, and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by North American Forwarding, Inc. dba Axys Logistics, Inc. and City of Laredo. No effect on budget] Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the County Judge to issue a letter of concurrence to the Foreign-Trade Zones Board, U.S. Dept. of Commerce in support of establishing a usage driven FTZ designation (Minor Boundary Modification), City of Laredo Foreign Trade Zone (F.T.Z.) No. 94 for P&P Global Logistics, LLC, located at 16885N U.S. HWY 83, Laredo, Texas, 78045, within Webb County’s Taxing Jurisdiction, and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by P&P Global Logistics, LLC and City of Laredo. No effect on budget] Click to View |
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Community Action Agency |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following (grant-funded) slot with a salary increase from $13.19 to $16.00, to remain competitive in the job market, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective November 25, 2024:
Issue: The employee working under this grant-funded slot resigned on November 12, 2024.
Solution: Approval from the Commissioners’ Court to increase the salary to $16.00 will enhance employee satisfaction and retention, ultimately benefiting the organization as a whole. Allowing to find the right person that will make healthy and hot meals for the elderly community of our County.
Result: Investing in competitive salaries is a strategic move that can yield significant returns in terms of workforce quality and productivity, giving us the ability to continue servicing the elderly with hot & healthy meals under the Meals on Wheels and Elderly Nutrition Program. Click to View |
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Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a Professional Services Renewal Agreement between Webb County for the benefit of the Texas Emergency Network Diversion (TEND) Court and Dr. Frances Bernat to provide research and evaluation for the TEND Court Program, Grant #4325004, commencing October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025, subject to annual grant budgetary appropriations, in the amount not exceed Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) for the 2024 - 2025 grant cycle; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by the Honorable Judge Selina Mireles, for the TEND Court; Account #2747-1150-001-457008 (Contractual Services)]
Issue: An evaluator is required to monitor, evaluate and measure the achievement of the program goals and gauge the effectiveness of the program.
Solution: The Program evaluator will monitor the performance and compliance of the project with model fidelity to keep court personnel and all program staff aware of the program standards and issues. This includes preparing and submitting monthly and annual performance reports as required by the Grant.
Result: The evaluator will ensure the program is in full compliance with grant requirements to meet goals and objectives for the success of the program. Click to View |
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Economic Development |
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Discussion and possible action to accept Amendment No. 2 for ARPANGO-0010 Casa de Misericordia as requested. In order to fully spend their award of $186,000.00, Casa de Misericordia proposes transferring the remaining funds from the Hotel Stays line item to the Food line item. This adjustment will not affect the General Fund. Documentation has been reviewed by Webb County Economic Development Department and is in compliance with SPOC policies and procedures. [Account #2703-5205-001-463701-025]
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| Food |
$54,000.00 |
$63,937.05 |
$9,937.05 |
Issue: As of October 17, 2024, Casa de Misericordia will no longer be utilizing Motel 59 for shelter accommodation. Casa de Misericordia would like to reallocate the remaining funds from the Hotel Stays budget ($9,937.05) to the Food budget to support ongoing needs.
Solution: Amendment is accepted.
Result: Casa Misericordia will be able to fully spend the $186,000.00 awarded to them via the ARPA NGO Process. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the development and submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant application and resolution to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Colonia Fund - Construction Program for water and/or sewer infrastructure improvements in the colonias not to exceed in the amount of $1,000,000.00 and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any match and, thus, will have no impact on the general fund. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures
Issue: There is a need for water infrastructure improvements in the colonias to ensure access to safe, clean drinking water and enhance system functionality.
Solution: Enhance water quality through the installation of new water infrastructure and the development of a proper sewer system.
Result: The development and submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Colonia Fund Construction Program to support water system improvements. The Economic Development Department will ensure full compliance with all requirements set by the funding agency.
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Discussion and possible action to authorize the Economic Development Department to develop and submit a grant application for the 2025-2026 Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) for the Community Development Fund (CD) Program up to the amount of SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($750,000) for street improvements within Colonia Penitas West; and to approve a resolution authorizing the County Judge to act as the County’s Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County’s participation in the Community Development Program. This grant application does not require a county cash/in-kind match.
Issue: Several street blocks in this Ranchos Penitas West are essentially dirt roads that have never been paved. The lack of decent and navigable roads have caused significant problems to colonia residents especially during inclement weather.
Solution: Pursue grants funds to provide first-time paving activities at the eligible Ranchos Penitas West dirt roads.
Result: The first-time paving activities shall significantly increase accessibility for the residents that live adjacent to the dirt road in Ranchos Penitas West. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve Budget Amendment No. 1 for ARPANGO-0012 Laredo-Webb Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. DBA NeighborWorks Laredo, a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) to ensure expenditure of all contract funds is requesting a total of $113,731.10 of their award be transferred withing existing line item as indicated, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters thereto. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation complies with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. There is no impact on the general fund. ARPANGO-0012.
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| Sanitary Sewer System |
$89,570.00 |
$64,275.00 |
$25,295.00 |
| Traffic Control, Barricades |
$16,850.00 |
$10,997.00 |
$5,853.00 |
| Engineering Plans, Specs, Platting |
$49,991.10 |
$49,991.10 |
$0.00 |
| Revolving Capital Improvement Fee |
$65,327.70 |
$63,528.57 |
$1,799.13 |
| Testing Fees |
$14,997.33 |
$14,997.33 |
$0.00 |
| Contingency 10% |
$59,388.80 |
$0.00 |
$59,388.80 |
| Other Fees (Engineer) |
$31,495.00 |
$31,495.00 |
$0.00 |
| Foundation (9 homes_800 sf) |
$21,395.17 |
$0.00 |
$21,395.17 |
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| Site Preparation Clearing, grubbing, grading |
$52,987.50 |
$86,635.00 |
$33,647.50 |
| Sidewalks/Ramps |
$32,734.00 |
$42,300.00 |
$9,566.00 |
| Storm Water Pollution Plan |
$17,260.00 |
$34,705.00 |
$17,445.00 |
| Mics: PVC Conduits, Trench Elec., Phone, Gas Cable |
$16,000.00 |
$33,600.00 |
$17,600.00 |
| Paving, excavation, 4' sidewalks, ramps, curb & gutter (New) |
$0.00 |
$28,641.50 |
$28,641.50 |
| Drainage Improvements |
$15,240.00 |
$19,465.00 |
$4,225.00 |
| Mobilization & Permits, Construction Surveying |
$16,763.40 |
$19,369.50 |
$2,606.10 |
Issue: The initial budget was based on the engineer's projection and an amendment is needed to align with the actual bid allocation.
Solution: Amend the budget to align with the current bid allocation.
Results: Expenditures will be expended accordingly. Click to View |
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Engineering |
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Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) for the Engineering Department:
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3716-7230-715-470000 |
Camino Las Lomas-Capital Outlay |
$1,275,141.20 |
$157,000.00 |
$1,275,141.20 |
$1,118,141.20 |
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3716-7230-715-432001 |
Camino Las Lomas-Professional Services |
$15,000.00 |
$157,000.00 |
$15,000.00 |
$172,000.00 |
Issue: This transfer of funds will be used for engineering services for the Camino Las Lomas Paving Project.
Solution: Approval of transfer.
Result: Funds will be available for professional services for this project. Click to View |
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Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds |
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Non-Financial Professional Service Agreement between the Webb County for it's Head Start/Child Adolescent and Parent Program(CAPS) and Border Region Behavioral Health Center. This agreement establishes the terms and conditions under which Border Region Behavioral Health Center will provide mental health consulting services for CAPS program population. The term of the Agreement shall be for a term of sixty (60) months (September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2029) and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the Head Start Program Addenda for Personnel Policies and Procedures, Program Governance and Management Procedures, and Roles and Responsibilities of the Governing Body and Procedures describing how the Webb County Commissioners Court and the Head Start Policy Council will implement shared decision-making.
Issue: The Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) require that programs establish and maintain a formal structure for program governance.
Solution: Approve the Head Start Addenda for Personnel Policies, Program Governance and Management Procedures, and Roles and Responsibilities of the Governing Body and the Policy Council.
Result: The Head Start Program will be in copliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards 1301.1 through 1301.6. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the Head Start Community Assessment.
Issue: In accordance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards, determining community strengths, needs and resources, in order to design a program that meets community needs and builds on strengths and resources, a program must conduct a Community Assessment at least once over a five-year period with annual updates if there are significant shifts in community needs or demographics.
Solution: Review and approve the 2024 Community Assessment
Result: The Head Start Program will be in compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots:
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Discussion and possible action to enter into a Professional Mental Health Consulting Services Agreement between Webb County and Pillar for the Webb Early Head Start Program. This agreement establishes the terms and conditions under which PILLAR will be providing these mental health consulting services to Webb County. This agreement shall be for a three year (3yr) scholastic calender years commencing October 1, 2024 through September 31, 2027, in accordance with the service treatment fee rates on Exhibit "A", subject to annual budgetary appropriations and any other matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents. [Account Numbers #2357-5190-531-432088 Mental Health Observations, #2357-5230-531-432068 Consultant Training, #2361-5230-531-432068 Consultants Training, #2361-5190-531-432088 Mental Health Observations, #2367-5190-531-432088 Mental Health Observations, #2367-5230-531-432068 Consultant Training] Click to View |
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Public Health Services |
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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 November 25, 2024.
Issue: Request to approve the filling of slot.
Solution: Approval from Commissioners Court to post and fill slot.
Result: The filling of slot will allow department to function efficiently and effectively. Click to View |
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Purchasing |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a contract between Webb County and Willo Products Company (State of Utah Cooperative Contract #MA3503) for the retrofitting of 109 Jail Cell doors, controls and related components to include required performance and payment bonds for an amount not to exceed $1,298,668.00 and to further authorize General Counsel to prepare a contract for the awarded services and contract sum and any other matters incident thereto. [ARPA Revenue Replacement Fund and/or General Fund Sheriff's Jail Administration - Capital Outlay Account; Account #1001-4070-001-470000]
Issue: The Webb County Jail's cell block doors are outdated and require upgrades to include the controls. Scope of work includes but not limited to the retrofit of sliding door devices and controls for approximately 104 cell doors that reflect 8 cells per block x 13 cell blocks. Corridor doors and related components are also included in the upgrade.
Solution: Consideration to approve the cooperative price proposal from Willo Products Co., two cooperative price proposals were secured for this project. It is the recommendation from Jail Management and the Purchasing Agent to award project to Willo Products Company, best value price proposal.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the contract for Webb County Commissioners Court final approval before execution. Click to View |
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Risk Management |
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Discussion and possible action to approve a One (1) year (December 1,2024, through November 30, 2025) Preventative Maintenance & Service Agreement between Webb County and Southwest Solutions Group to provide annual service and maintenance for Webb County Risk Management Lektriever Vertical Carousel at an annual cost of one thousand eight hundred thirteen dollars and twenty-nine cents ($1,813.29) and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1180-001-443000-035 (Repairs and Maintenance Equipment)]
Issue: Yearly renewal for maintenance of lektriever.
Solution: By approving the contract, we avoid any maintenance issues dealing with the office lektriever.
Result: Approve yearly maintenance agreement. Click to View |
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Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff |
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Discussion and possible action to authorize a thirty-six (36) month service agreement proposal between AXON (formerly FUSUS) and Webb County to include software and associated hardware, access and training of users for the Webb County Sheriff’s Office in an amount not to exceed $450,000.00 and to further authorize a discretionary exemption under the Texas Local Government Code; Section 262.024 (7) (A) items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, proprietary processes or monopolies and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2748-3010-001-470000 (Sheriff - Operation Lone Star -Sheriff Patrol-Administration-Capital Outlay)]
Issue: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office was awarded OLS grant funds for the continuation of the Real time Crime package, a video and data collaboration platform/integration software to expedite border intelligence gathering and effectiveness of response for border security operations.
Solution: Approval of the sole source recommended vendor for this specialized software and hardware for the initial term of thirty-six (36) months covered by OLS grant funds. With an option to renew at $150,000.00 annually for two (2) additional years (Renewal options are not covered by OLS Grant).
Result: Proceed with the execution of service agreement proposal between AXON (formerly FUSUS) and the Webb County Sheriff’s Office. Click to View |
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Honorable Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the addition of 5 new vehicles into the Webb County District Attorney's Office fleet [(2) Jeep Grand Cherokees, 2 Nissan Titans, (1) Chevrolet Tahoe]. Operational expenses for fuel and maintenance will be covered by general funds and any other matters incident thereto. [Fund #1001-2260-001]
Issue: The District Attorney’s Office has had several units with transmission issues which need to be repaired or auctioned.
Solution: Authorize the acceptance of capital equipment into the District Attorney’s Office fleet. Cost of vehicle maintenance and fuel expenses will be covered by the District Attorney’s General funds.
Result: The District Attorney’s Office will have sufficient vehicles needed to operate. Click to View |
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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 November 25, 2024:
Issue: Request to approve the filling of vacant slot.
Solution: Request is being made to post and fill slot #4054.
Result: This action will allow our department to continue to function efficiently and effectively. Click to View |
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REGULAR AGENDA
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| Honorable Victor Villarreal, County Court at Law #2 Judge |
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Discussion and possible action per Local Government Code 291.001, “the commissioners court of a county shall: (1) provide, as soon as practicable after a county seat is established or moved, a courthouse and offices for county officers at the county seat.”; and any other matters incident thereto. Designating Julio Garcia Room located on the 4th floor of the Dean Senator Judith Zaffirini Justice Center to house the offices and staff of the DWI Court & Youth Center for Success.
Issue: Webb County Court-at-Law II has been awarded two state grants to expand its existing federal grant specialty court programs. The WCCLII court is in need of contiguous space adjacent to its main court offices to accommodate full-time personnel and comply with the safety occupancy code.
Solution: Commissioners Court approved the Julio Garcia Room adjacent to the WCCLII courtroom for the courts exclusive use. No agreements have been reached since the last commissioners' court meeting between the stakeholders regarding mutually agreeable use of space.
Result: Per Commissioners Court approval and WCCLII assessment and research, the Julio Garcia Room continues to be the best placement for the specialty court staff.
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Discussion and possible action to adopt the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 855, which provides guidelines for the safe installation and operation of energy storage systems; and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The need for standardized safety guidelines for the installation and operation of energy storage systems to ensure compliance with industry standards and mitigate associated risks.
Solution: Adopt NFPA 855, the National Fire Protection Association's standard for the installation of energy storage systems, which provides comprehensive safety protocols and installation guidelines.
Result: The formal adoption of NFPA 855 will improve safety, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide a clear framework for energy storage system installations. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a budget amendment in the amount of $185,000 for the Election Service Contracts (Fund #2010); and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2010-1110-001-451201 (Election Expense)] [Sponsored by Jose Luis Castillo, Elections Administrator]
Issue: The Election Service Contract Fund require additional funding for early voting and election day invoices.
Solution: Budget amendment is required to pay invoices timely for early voting and election day invoices.
Result: The County Election Administrator will process invoices timely for payment. Click to View |
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Planning
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Discussion and possible action to authorize County staff to draw the necessary funds in an amount up to $4,641,494.88 from the amended standby Letter of Credit No. SBP702794 (International Bank of Commerce) as required to complete pending public road improvements required by the final plat of the Gateway Unit 1 Subdivision in the event that, on or before December 6, 2024, the developer fails to either: 1) complete the final improvements as required by the final plat approval of the Gateway Unit 1 Subdivision plat; or 2) provide a reasonable time extension to the financial guarantee.
Issue: Item is a regulatory compliance matter of the Subdivision Regulations and State law. In lieu of completion of public improvements triggered by plat requirements at the time of the Court’s final approval, a developer may submit a financial guarantee to ensure the completion of those pending improvements. Time extensions to financial guarantees are authorized by the Subdivision Regulations. The current financial guarantee expires December 6, 2024. Since an extension has not been filed, this item has been placed for the court’s authorization to draw the funds.
Solution: Drawing the funds will allow the County to ensure completion of public improvements and compliance with Subdivision Regulations and State law.
Result: Subdivision Regulations and State law requirements will be met. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to accept the rankings and award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 2025-004 “Legislative Consulting Services for Webb County" to the highest ranking respondent, McWilliams Governmental Affairs Consultants, to provide legislative consulting services on an “as needed basis” for a three (3) year service term under the direction and supervision of the Webb County Commissioners Court pursuant to the State of Texas Government Code; Professional Services Procurement Act and to further authorize General Counsel to proceed with the preparation of the professional services agreement and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-432001 (General Fund-General Operating Exp-Administration - Professional Services)]
Issue: Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure Statement of Qualifications from interested firms and/or individuals to provide Legislative Consulting Services to Webb County on Texas State legislation activities of interest to Webb County and its constituents. Four (4) formal SOQ were submitted by deadline.
Solution: Consideration to award the professional services to the highest ranking respondent as recommended by the Evaluation committee and the Purchasing Agent.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare a professional services agreement between Webb County and selected respondent for Webb County Commissioners Court approval. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to accept the rankings and award Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 2025-003 Webb County Head Start Mental Health Care Services – 3 Year Service Agreement to the highest-ranking offeror, SCAN Inc. , for a licensed professional counselor(s) to provide mental health services to the Webb County Head Start Program. The licensed counselor(s) shall provide services to participants of the Webb County Head Start/Early Head Start in the capacity of a mental health consultant, including developing mental health program activities and providing training to Head Start staff and parents in order to meet the needs of the Head Start students. The proposed term of service is for three (3) years, pursuant to the Texas Government Code; §2254 – The Professional Services Procurement Act., and to further authorize General Counsel to prepare a professional service agreement with awarded offeror(s) and any other matters incident thereto. [State Grant Account]
Issue: The Webb County Head Start Program is requesting commissioners' court consideration, to hire a licensed professional counselor(s) to provide mental health services as per program performance standards.
Solution: Consideration to approve award to the highest ranking offeror(s) as presented by the Webb County Purchasing Agent and evaluation committee.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare a professional services agreement between Webb County and awarded offeror(s). Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to award Competitive Sealed Proposal (CSP) 2025-003 “ARPA Project No. 3 –Webb County Emergency Operation Center” to sole Proposer 360 General Contractors, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $1,292,944.49 (Base Bid) pursuant to the Texas Government Code; §2269.151 Contracts for Facilities: Competitive Sealed Proposals and with the Code of Federal Regulations §200.318 - §200.327 (General Procurement Standards) and to further authorize General Counsel to prepare the construction contract for the awarded sum and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2703-5205-001-474501 (American Rescue Plan Act of 2021-American Rescue Plan-Administration-Construction In Progress-Emergency Operation Center)]
Issue: This project is part of the federally funded projects approved by Webb County as part of its allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The EOC will be located at 1002 Farragut Street, 2nd floor. This emergency management center will be under the direction of the Webb County Judge.
Solution: Consideration to approve sole bidder/proposer in accordance with the Texas Government Code Chapter 2269, CSP delivery procedures for construction projects and selection of offeror.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare a construction contract for final approval by Commissioners Court at the next regular scheduled meeting to include any federal contract provisions required. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to award Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2025-001 “Rio Bravo Road Improvements USDA-RD / ARPA Project No. 28” to the lowest responsible bidder - Renoworks, LLC., for an amount not to exceed $1,749,954.70 (Base Bid) for a scope of work to include but not limited to a 2” asphalt overlay of approximately 3.612 miles of roadway, mobilization, barricades, signs and traffic handling, concrete removal and man-hole lid lifting and stripping of nine (9) roadways in the Rio Bravo Community pursuant to the Texas Government Code; §2269.101 Contracts for Facilities: Competitive Bidding and with the Code of Federal Regulation §200.318 - §200.327 (General Procurement Standards) and to further authorize the Webb County Judge to enter into an agreement between Webb County and Renoworks, LLC for Construction Contract (EJCDC documents) for the awarded sum subject to final approval by Grantor USDA-RD and any other matters incident thereto. [USDA-RD Grant - $1,099,954.70, Webb County ARPA Match $500,000.00, and the City of Rio Bravo ARPA Match $150,000.00 - Construction in Progress / Rio Bravo Street Improvements]
Issue: This project is part of the federally funded projects approved by Webb County as part of its allocation from USDA-RA and local matches from both Webb County and the City of Rio Bravo - American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.
Solution: Consideration to award to the lowest and responsible bidder as presented by the Webb County Purchasing Agent.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare and execute the EJCDC construction documents for the awarded sum to include any required federal contract provisions and subject to final approval by Granting Agency - USDA-RA. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) Manitou Telehandler MTA 5519 S3 from Bobcat of Corpus Christi, Texas (Source-well Contract #020223-CEC) in the amount not to exceed $81,500.00, includes a standard 2 year/2000 hour warranty pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102 of the Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2007-7150-001-470000 (Road and Bridge Road Maintenance - Capital Outlay)]
Issue: The Webb County Road and Bridge Department has capital outlay funding that includes the approval of one (1) Manitou Telehandler MTA 5519 S3 for lifting of heavy and bulky loads. Equipment can also be utilized as a fork lift, but has a more versitile, powerful and greater reach for daily operational use.
Solution: Consideration to purchase the Manitou Telehandler from Bobcat of Corpus Christi utilizing Source-well cooperative contract pricing. Equipment was approved through the FY 24-25 budget process.
Result: If approved, the order will be initiated immediately after Commissioners' Court meeting. Estimated time of delivery is 3-5 days. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to amend the Group Insurance policy provided by The Standard Insurance Company to include continued coverage for participants during school breaks and vacation. The amended language is as follows:
Continued insurance during school vacations - If you cease to be a Member because of a school break or vacation, your insurance will be continued during that period. This amendment will become effective October 1,2024, through December 31, 2025; and authorize the Webb County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #6100-1090-001-432057 (Cafeteria Administration)]
Issue: Headstart employees are off working during certain school breaks and/or vacation breaks the policy needs to specifically include language to address these employees.
Solution: Commissioners Court approval amending the policy to include the specific language as stated above insures coverage for Head Start employees.
Result: Approval for this amendment would guarantee coverage to Head Start employees during breaks and prevent claim delays. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to transfer $100,000 to part time, and $1000,000 to overtime line item ($200,000 total) from payroll reserve (Account #1001-1140-001-431007-005) for event security of certified licensed peace officers at 1848 Event Center; and any other matters incident thereto. Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action to adopt the proposed Legislative Agenda 2025 for Webb County for the upcoming 89th Texas Legislature as recommended by the Legislative Affairs Committee; and authorize the County Judge to execute a Resolution recognizing the official action of Commissioners Court; and any other matter incident thereto. [Requested by Legislative Affairs Committee] Click to View |
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Discussion and possible action regarding Summit Building and Design Change Order 0006 Webb County Sheriff Admin Offices and any matters incident thereto. [Closed session /Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation] Click to View |
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The Webb County Commissioners Court hereby reserves the right to go into closed session at any time during this public meeting, if such is requested by the County Attorney or other legal counsel for the County, pursuant to his or her duty under Section 551.071(2) of the Government Code, to consult privately with his or her client on an item on the agenda, or on a matter arising out of such item.
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Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aid of service such as interpreters for persons who are deaf or hearing impaired, readers, or need large print are requested to contact the court administrator at (956) 523-4622.
DATED THIS ______ DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2024
By: ______________________________
Melinda Mata
Court Administrator
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CERTIFICATION OF NOTICE AND POSTING
I, the undersigned, County Clerk, do hereby certify that the above notice of meeting of the Webb County Commissioners Court, is a true and correct copy of said notice, and that I posted a true and correct copy of said notice on the bulletin board at the Courthouse door of Webb County, Texas, at a place readily accessible to the general public at all times on the ____ day of November, 2024 and said notice remained so posted continuously for at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
DATED THIS ______ DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2024
MARGIE RAMIREZ IBARRA, COUNTY CLERK, WEBB COUNTY, TEXAS
BY: ______________________________________________
Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, County Clerk
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