Discussion and possible action to ratify and make an exception for a one-time charge not to exceed THIRTEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($13,500.00) for the purchase of Sixteen (16) water generators and FIVE (5) years of filters from AERstream to implement the Webb County Atmospheric Water Generator Pilot Project. An initiative that will bring an immediate impact to potable water for residents of colonias adjacent to HWY 59 and Colonia La Presa.
 
Issue: The Webb County Economic Development Department is purchasing 16 atmospheric water generators for the residents of colonias adjacent to US HWY 59 and La Presa. AERstream accepts purchase orders for these SIXTEEN (16) atmospheric water generators for THIRTEEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($13,500.00) and their respective filters.

Solution:  Consideration to ratify the use and make an exception to the rule of using the County Credit card for this purchase.
 
Result: If authorized, the order will be processed using the credit card for the purchase of the 16 atmospheric water generators and their respective filters.

ATMOSPHERIC WATER GENERATOR PILOT PROJECT WAS APPROVED BY COURT ON APRIL 29, 2025.

 ATMOSPHERIC WATER GENERATOR PILOT PROJECT WAS APPROVED BY THE COURT ON APRIL 29, 2025.