Resolution authorizing collection fees pursuant to Article 103.0031 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Linebarger Goggan, et. al. to collect outstanding fines, warrants, etc. for Municipal Court.

This Agreement for Collection Services of Municipal Court Fees and Fines is exempt from competitive bidding pursuant to Chapter 262, Texas Local Government Code.With Linebarger Goggan, the attempt to reduce the expense, get quick payment, and to attempt to reduce the amount an individual has to pay if they can locate an individual who has an outstanding fine before it goes to warrant.

Linebarger Goggan's fees are assessed on top of the city's fines, fees, etc.  The end result is that there is no added expense to the City.  In addition, Linebarger Goggan does not collect any fees; the City still does all of the collections.  This allows the City to calculate and determine the payment to Linebarger Goggan.  Linebarger Goggan only receives payment if the city receives payment.  If an individual is located and the fine or warrant is dismissed, Linebarger Goggan receives nothing.  If the fine or fee is reduced, Linebarger Goggans assessment of 30% is based upon only what is paid.  If payments are made in installments, only as the installments are paid is the assessment levied upon the portion paid.