Discussion and possible action to ratify the acceptance of a grant award and authorize Webb County to enter into a grant agreement with the Southwest Border Regional Commission (SBRC) in the amount of THREE HUNDRED THIRTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($330,000.00), with EIGHTY-TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TEN DOLLARS ($82,510.00) provided via cash and/or in-kind contributions as the required local match for the purchase to distribute 300 Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs). The period of performance is from September 21, 2026, through October 1, 2027. Authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters thereto. All required documents have been reviewed by the Economic Development Department, and the solicitation is compliant with Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. [Account #1001-1160-001-463904]

Issue: To ratify the acceptance of a grant award and enter into an agreement to complete the project, 

Solution: To ratify the acceptance of the SBRC award and authorize Webb County to enter into the grant agreement to implement the project.

Result: Webb County will implement the project and provide immediate access to potable drinking water in the colonias along HWY 59 by purchasing and distributing 300 Atmospheric Water Generators to eligible households while pursuing a conventional water system.

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COMMISSIONERS COURT AUTHORIZED TO SUBMIT APPLICATION ON 8/11/2025