PUBLIC NOTICE
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR
LAREDO, TEXAS 78040
MARCH 9, 2026
9:00 a.m.
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
WEBB COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1000 HOUSTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR
LAREDO, TEXAS 78040
MARCH 9, 2026
9:00 a.m.
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 (Treasurer, Human Resources, Risk Management; 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.
COURT TO DISCUSS AND ACT ON THE FOLLOWING:
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.
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
a.
Discussion and possible action to approve an exception to policy and approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund.
Issue: Funds are needed to pay outstanding invoices.
Solution: By approving transfer of funds, the department will have sufficient funds to pay vendors.
Result: The department will be able to pay outstanding invoices.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-2230-001-451005 | Capital Murder | $300,000.00 | $130,000.00 | $300,000.00 | $170,000.00 |
| To: | 1001-2230-001-433002-005 | Indigent Defense - 49th | $75,000.00 | $30,000.00 | $45,075.00 | $75,075.00 |
| 1001-2230-001-451003-005 | Court Interpreter/Reporter 49th | $0.00 | $100,000.00 | $-87,883.67 | $12,116.33 |
Issue: Funds are needed to pay outstanding invoices.
Solution: By approving transfer of funds, the department will have sufficient funds to pay vendors.
Result: The department will be able to pay outstanding invoices.
6.
Community Action Agency
a.
Discussion and possible action to authorize the Webb County Community Action Agency (CAA) to enter into a vendor agreement with the Retail Energy provider (listed below) for the continued implementation of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP). These vendor agreements are a Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) requirement for the implementation of the programs, authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and, any other matters incident thereto. These vendor agreements are a requirement by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for the implementation of these social programs. This agreement shall be effective starting on January 1, 2026, and for a period not to exceed two years from that effective date. [Account #2362-5360-521 (Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program)]
Retail Energy Provider:
Frontier Utilities
Issue: These vendor agreements are a Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) requirement.
Solution: The Webb County CAA will enter into a two-year vendor agreement with the Retail Energy Provider for the implementation of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP).
Result: The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) will provide funding to be utilized for payment of home energy expenses for qualifying low-income citizens of Webb County.
Retail Energy Provider:
Frontier Utilities
Issue: These vendor agreements are a Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) requirement.
Solution: The Webb County CAA will enter into a two-year vendor agreement with the Retail Energy Provider for the implementation of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP).
Result: The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) will provide funding to be utilized for payment of home energy expenses for qualifying low-income citizens of Webb County.
7.
Honorable Mike Villarreal, Constable Pct. 2
a.
Discussion and possible action to accept Constable Pct. 2 Racial Profiling Report to be In compliance with Texas Occupations Code1701.164 and Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.1031-2.138.
Issue: Chief administrators of law enforcement agencies that meet the criteria must submit racial profiling reports to their governing body, as well as TCOLE.
Solution: Record Constable Pct. 2 Racial Profiling Report.
Result: Will be in compliance with Texas Occupations Code1701.164 and Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.1031-2.138.
Issue: Chief administrators of law enforcement agencies that meet the criteria must submit racial profiling reports to their governing body, as well as TCOLE.
Solution: Record Constable Pct. 2 Racial Profiling Report.
Result: Will be in compliance with Texas Occupations Code1701.164 and Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.1031-2.138.
8.
Honorable Sabino Morales, Constable Pct. 3
a.
Discussion and possible action to accept Constable Pct. 3 Racial Profiling Report to be in compliance with Texas Occupations Code1701.164 and Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.1031-2.138.
Issue: Chief administrators of law enforcement agencies that meet the criteria must submit racial profiling reports to their governing body, as well as TCOLE.
Solution: Record Constable Pct. 3 Racial Profiling Report.
Result: Will be in compliance with Texas Occupations Code1701.164 and Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.1031-2.138.
Issue: Chief administrators of law enforcement agencies that meet the criteria must submit racial profiling reports to their governing body, as well as TCOLE.
Solution: Record Constable Pct. 3 Racial Profiling Report.
Result: Will be in compliance with Texas Occupations Code1701.164 and Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.1031-2.138.
9.
Economic Development
a.
Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application for a FY 2026 Community Empowerment Grant in the amount estimated at ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($1,000.00) as prepared, written, and submitted by the CAA grant writer in collaboration with CAA management and submitted to the Medina Electric Cooperative for nonperishable food items for a food pantry; and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant requires no cash match; and, thus will have no impact to 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. [Requested by Guillermo Walls, CAA Director]
Issue: There is a need to meet rising food insecurity in the local community.
Solution: Proposed supplemental grant application will allow expanded capacity for the forthcoming
Community Action Agency’s food pantry.
Result: Community Action Agency (CAA) and its food pantry will be able to provide services for its neediest clients.
Issue: There is a need to meet rising food insecurity in the local community.
Solution: Proposed supplemental grant application will allow expanded capacity for the forthcoming
Community Action Agency’s food pantry.
Result: Community Action Agency (CAA) and its food pantry will be able to provide services for its neediest clients.
b.
Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt the Webb County On-Site Sewage Facilities (OSSF) Guidelines for the purpose of install/replace approximately twenty on-site septic systems under Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) TXCDBG Contract CFC25-0287 in order to comply with Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requirements of providing safe, adequate, and sanitary sewer services to low and moderate-income applicants.
Issue: The Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TXCDBG) requires that Webb County develop and adopt OSSF guidelines for the TXCDBG contract CFC25-0287.
Solution: Webb County Commissioners Court to approve and adopt the proposed Webb County OSSF Guidelines.
Result: Webb County complies with TXCDBG & TCEQ requirements of adopting the OSSF Guidelines for the installation/replacement of on-site septic systems for La Presa eligible low and moderate-income applicants under contract CFC25-0287.
Issue: The Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TXCDBG) requires that Webb County develop and adopt OSSF guidelines for the TXCDBG contract CFC25-0287.
Solution: Webb County Commissioners Court to approve and adopt the proposed Webb County OSSF Guidelines.
Result: Webb County complies with TXCDBG & TCEQ requirements of adopting the OSSF Guidelines for the installation/replacement of on-site septic systems for La Presa eligible low and moderate-income applicants under contract CFC25-0287.
c.
Discussion and possible action to ratify the submission of the Operation Lone Star (OLS) FY 2026 grant application and the accompanying resolution; to authorize the Economic Development Department to prepare and submit the FY 2026 OLS grant application to the Office of the Governor in an amount not to exceed FIVE MILLION DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($5,000,000) for overtime, associated fringe benefits, equipment, supplies, fuel, fuel, vehicle and tire maintenance, data services, Management and Administration (M&A), and maintenance of OLS-acquired assets for local law enforcement agencies; and to approve a resolution authorizing the County Judge to serve as the County’s Executive Officer and Authorized Representative for all matters related to the County’s participation. This grant does not require a county cash or in-kind match.
Issue: Complex and dynamic law enforcement challenges exist in the Southwest border area of the United States, including Laredo/Webb County. For example, transnational criminals seek to exploit existing law enforcement jurisdictional boundaries by conducting their illegal enterprises across traditional jurisdictional divisions.
Solution: Grant application: (1) to ensure first responders are equipped with enhanced tools/equipment/resources needed to confront well-funded criminal organizations and (2) for the coordination of law enforcement efforts between various local and federal law enforcement agencies.
Result: Enhanced capabilities of local law enforcement responders; further coordination of response across local and federal jurisdictions.
Issue: Complex and dynamic law enforcement challenges exist in the Southwest border area of the United States, including Laredo/Webb County. For example, transnational criminals seek to exploit existing law enforcement jurisdictional boundaries by conducting their illegal enterprises across traditional jurisdictional divisions.
Solution: Grant application: (1) to ensure first responders are equipped with enhanced tools/equipment/resources needed to confront well-funded criminal organizations and (2) for the coordination of law enforcement efforts between various local and federal law enforcement agencies.
Result: Enhanced capabilities of local law enforcement responders; further coordination of response across local and federal jurisdictions.
d.
Discussion and possible action to approve and adopt the Webb County First Time-Yard line Installation Guidelines for the purpose of installing approximately twenty water yard line projects under Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) TXCDBG Contract CFC25-0287 in order to comply with Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requirements of providing safe, adequate, and sanitary sewer services to low and moderate-income applicants.
Issue: The Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TXCDBG) requires that Webb County develop and adopt first time-yard line installation guidelines for the TXCDBG contract CFC250287.
Solution: Webb County Commissioners Court to approve and adopt the proposed Webb County First Time-Yard line Installation Guidelines.
Result: Webb County complies with TXCDBG & TCEQ requirements of adopting the first time-yard line installation guidelines for the installation of water lines for La Presa eligible low and moderate-income applicants under contract CFC25-0287.
Issue: The Texas Community Development Block Grant Program (TXCDBG) requires that Webb County develop and adopt first time-yard line installation guidelines for the TXCDBG contract CFC250287.
Solution: Webb County Commissioners Court to approve and adopt the proposed Webb County First Time-Yard line Installation Guidelines.
Result: Webb County complies with TXCDBG & TCEQ requirements of adopting the first time-yard line installation guidelines for the installation of water lines for La Presa eligible low and moderate-income applicants under contract CFC25-0287.
10.
Engineering
a.
Discussion and possible action to approve the closeout and release of retainage in the amount of $7,727.00 to Royal Contractors, Inc., for the completion of the Webb County ITB 2025-008 1848 Parking Lot Fence Project; and have the County Judge sign any relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3901-206000 (Retainage Payable)]
Issue: Project has been completed.
Solution: Approval of closeout and release of retainage.
Result: Project completion.
Issue: Project has been completed.
Solution: Approval of closeout and release of retainage.
Result: Project completion.
b.
Discussion and possible action to approve the closeout and release of retainage in the amount of $48,047.25 to Gilmar Construction LTD, for the completion of CSP 2024-007 ARPA Project No. 0020-Webb County Rio Bravo Drainage (Effluent) Outfall Rehabilitation & Maintenance Project; and have the County Judge sign any relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2703-206000 (Retainage Payable)]
Issue: This renovation project has been completed. There is a balance left from the Construction Company in the amount of $2,355.00.
Solution: Approval of closeout and release of retainage.
Result: Completion of project.
Issue: This renovation project has been completed. There is a balance left from the Construction Company in the amount of $2,355.00.
Solution: Approval of closeout and release of retainage.
Result: Completion of project.
11.
Fire Suppression & EMS Services
a.
Discussion and possible action to amend resolution between PNC National Association and Webb County for 2026 Emergency Response Aerial Apparatus.
Issue: Amending agenda item #22 CC 1/26/2026 to include "anticipates to issue more than "10,000.00 of tax-exempt obligations".
Solution: To accept and sign the amendment resolution.
Result: Signed amended resolution will allow financing plan for 2026 Emergency Response Aerial Apparatus.
Issue: Amending agenda item #22 CC 1/26/2026 to include "anticipates to issue more than "10,000.00 of tax-exempt obligations".
Solution: To accept and sign the amendment resolution.
Result: Signed amended resolution will allow financing plan for 2026 Emergency Response Aerial Apparatus.
12.
Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
a.
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, effectiveMarch 9, 2026:
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate |
| 1103 | Classroom Aide PT | $12.30 |
13.
Purchasing
a.
Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to process surplus and/or salvage property in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152 (Disposition) and to publish notice to the public as per Local Government Code Section 263.153 (Notice) for surplus and/or salvage property being auctioned.
Issue: Excess county property that is either by definition salvage or surplus property because of time, accident, or any other cause such as wear and deterioration, damage, or obsolete that has no value and/or usefulness for the intended purpose and is no longer needed by the department.
Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to attempt to sell the County surplus or salvage property through a public auction, dispose of, or destroy property that cannot be sold in a public auction because it has been deemed worthless or disposed of through a recycling program under which property is collected, separated, or processed and returned to use in the form of raw materials of new products and/or donate as permitted by state law.
Issue: Excess county property that is either by definition salvage or surplus property because of time, accident, or any other cause such as wear and deterioration, damage, or obsolete that has no value and/or usefulness for the intended purpose and is no longer needed by the department.
Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to attempt to sell the County surplus or salvage property through a public auction, dispose of, or destroy property that cannot be sold in a public auction because it has been deemed worthless or disposed of through a recycling program under which property is collected, separated, or processed and returned to use in the form of raw materials of new products and/or donate as permitted by state law.
14.
Risk Management
a.
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 Mar. 09, 2026.
Issue: Position became vacant on Mar.4th, 2026.
Solution: Request is being made to post and fill vacant positions.
Result: This action will allow the Risk Management Department to continue to function efficiently and effectively.
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate |
| 0873 | Administrative Coordinator | $17.36 - $18.25 14/D-H |
Issue: Position became vacant on Mar.4th, 2026.
Solution: Request is being made to post and fill vacant positions.
Result: This action will allow the Risk Management Department to continue to function efficiently and effectively.
b.
Discussion and possible action to enter into a Business Associate Agreement (Agreement) with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. (Gallagher), which was selected to provide consulting services to Risk Management. This Agreement establishes the requirements regarding the use, disclosure, and security of Protected Health Information (PHI); and authorizes the County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #6100-1090-001-432001 (Employee Health Benefit - ISF - Risk Management - Administration - Professional Services)]
Issue: At the Commissioners Court meeting of January 26, 2026, the Court approved by a majority vote to enter into an agreement with Gallagher for Employee Health Benefit Consultation Services; such approval requires an additional no-cost Agreement for the protection of Protected Health Information (PHI).
Solution: Enter into the Agreement on the use of Protected Health Information (PHI)
Result: Webb County Risk Management Department will continue to receive Employee Health Consultation Services from this new provider, Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc.
Issue: At the Commissioners Court meeting of January 26, 2026, the Court approved by a majority vote to enter into an agreement with Gallagher for Employee Health Benefit Consultation Services; such approval requires an additional no-cost Agreement for the protection of Protected Health Information (PHI).
Solution: Enter into the Agreement on the use of Protected Health Information (PHI)
Result: Webb County Risk Management Department will continue to receive Employee Health Consultation Services from this new provider, Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc.
15.
1848 Event Center
a.
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 March 9, 2026:
Issue: Slot 4056 became vacant 2/24/2026.
Solution: Approval to post and fill.
Result: This action will allow the 1848 Event Center to continue to function effective and efficiently.
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate |
| 4056 | Maintenance Worker | $15.73 - $16.53 12/D-H |
Issue: Slot 4056 became vacant 2/24/2026.
Solution: Approval to post and fill.
Result: This action will allow the 1848 Event Center to continue to function effective and efficiently.
16.
Water Utilities
a.
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 March 09, 2026:
Issue: Position became vacant on February 25, 2026.
Solution: Fill vacant position.
Result: The filling of this position will alleviate workload created by vacancy and allow efficiency, effectiveness, and production of the work within the department.
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate |
| 4118 | Operator I | $15.73 - $16.53 12 / D-H |
Issue: Position became vacant on February 25, 2026.
Solution: Fill vacant position.
Result: The filling of this position will alleviate workload created by vacancy and allow efficiency, effectiveness, and production of the work within the department.
REGULAR AGENDA
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
17.
Discussion and possible action to review and finalize the job description modifications and qualification criteria for Corporal Peace Officer, Sergeant Peace Officer, Lieutenant Peace Officer, Captain Peace Officer, Commander Peace Officer, and Jailer for the Sheriff’s Office: and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The job descriptions for the above mentioned Peace Officer positions and Jailer position need to be updated and the modifications need Commissioners Court approval for Civil Service submission.
Solution: Commissioners Court approval of job description modifications for Civil Service submission.
Result: Job modifications will allow for more specific qualification information pertaining to the positions of Corporal Peace Officer, Sergeant Peace Officer, Lieutenant Peace Officer, Captain Peace Officer, Commander Peace Officer, and Jailer.
Issue: The job descriptions for the above mentioned Peace Officer positions and Jailer position need to be updated and the modifications need Commissioners Court approval for Civil Service submission.
Solution: Commissioners Court approval of job description modifications for Civil Service submission.
Result: Job modifications will allow for more specific qualification information pertaining to the positions of Corporal Peace Officer, Sergeant Peace Officer, Lieutenant Peace Officer, Captain Peace Officer, Commander Peace Officer, and Jailer.
18.
Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of sixty-one (61) Rifle Resistance Body Armor Vests - Level III with side and gap stop panels from Galls LLC., (Buy Board #773-25) to be utilized by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office, Webb County Constable Office’s Precincts 3 and 4, Webb County Attorney’s Office and the District Attorney’s Office in an amount not to exceed $146,667.00 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 Numbers: Law Enforcement Rifle Resistant Armor Grant Fiscal Year 2026: County Attorney Investigators (#2750-2270-001-460105); Constable, Pct. 3 (#2750-3160-001-460105); Constable, Pct. 4 (#2750-3170-001-460105); District Attorney's Office (#2750-2260-001-460105); Sheriff’s Office (#2750-3010-001-460105) – Minor Tools and Apparatus]
Issue: Funding from the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program for FY 2026 (Grant No. 4703802) was awarded to Webb County for the purchase of Rifle Resistant body armor for Webb County law enforcement Officers.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to order the grant funded equipment for law enforcement use. Galls LLC., meets all requirements and delivery expectations and is an established vendor with State-approved cooperative contracts.
Result: Proceed with the order and meet grant deadlines for completion of the approved purchase under the Rifle Resistant Body Armored Grant Program for FY2026. The approximate delivery is 60 days from the date ordered and sizing.
Issue: Funding from the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program for FY 2026 (Grant No. 4703802) was awarded to Webb County for the purchase of Rifle Resistant body armor for Webb County law enforcement Officers.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to order the grant funded equipment for law enforcement use. Galls LLC., meets all requirements and delivery expectations and is an established vendor with State-approved cooperative contracts.
Result: Proceed with the order and meet grant deadlines for completion of the approved purchase under the Rifle Resistant Body Armored Grant Program for FY2026. The approximate delivery is 60 days from the date ordered and sizing.
19.
Discussion and possible action to approve a 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) and enter into a purchase agreement for the purpose of authorizing a public property finance contract issued under Local Government Code Section Sec. 271.102 (Cooperative Purchasing Program Participation, pursuant to DIR-CPO-5443) between Motorola Solutions, Inc. and Webb County for the purpose of installing a Communications System in an amount not to exceed $752,047.39; and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay) FY 2026 $500,000 and FY 2027 $252,047.39]
Issue: The current radio system is not optimized for urban areas and secure reliable communication systems optimized for urban areas are necessary for Webb County radio system users to perform their constitutional duties to serve and protect the constituents of Webb County.
Solution: Consider approval of a finance agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. to install 800MHz system for urban use by all county radio system users and integrate the system with the current VHF P25 system.
Result: The signal strength and coverage of radio communications will improve in the jurisdictional area of Webb County radio system users.
Issue: The current radio system is not optimized for urban areas and secure reliable communication systems optimized for urban areas are necessary for Webb County radio system users to perform their constitutional duties to serve and protect the constituents of Webb County.
Solution: Consider approval of a finance agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. to install 800MHz system for urban use by all county radio system users and integrate the system with the current VHF P25 system.
Result: The signal strength and coverage of radio communications will improve in the jurisdictional area of Webb County radio system users.
Medical Examiner
20.
Discussion and possible action to ratify a Professional Services Agreement pursuant to Texas Local Govt. Code Section 262.024 Discretionary Exemptions (A)(4) Professional Services, between Webb County and Dr. Adel Shaker M.D., L.L.B. as a temporary Locum-Tenens/Forensic Pathology Medical Examiner as needed by the Webb County Medical Examiner's Office, and authorizing him to be deputized as the temporary working Deputy Medical Examiner by Dr. Corinne E. Stern, Chief Medical Examiner for a total of 8 days starting Wednesday, February 25, 2026, through Monday, March 9, 2026, including all duties and responsibilities pursuant to the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, the Texas Family Code, the Texas Health and Safety Codes, and including examinations of decedents that Webb County has contracted with other Counties to perform, at the fixed daily rate of Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($3,500.00) and a "Per Diem" amount not exceed $63.00 per day, and authorizing the Webb County Judge to sign and all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3100-001-432001 (Professional Services)]
Issue: The Webb County Medical Examiner is in need of a forensic doctor for the dates on which Dr. Corinne E. Stern will not be available.
Solution: Ratify the Professional Service Agreement between Webb County and Dr. Adel Shaker, M.D., L.L.B., as a temporary Locum-Tenens/ Forensic Pathology Medical Examiner.
Result: The Medical Examiner's Office will continue to run smoothly and efficiently.
Issue: The Webb County Medical Examiner is in need of a forensic doctor for the dates on which Dr. Corinne E. Stern will not be available.
Solution: Ratify the Professional Service Agreement between Webb County and Dr. Adel Shaker, M.D., L.L.B., as a temporary Locum-Tenens/ Forensic Pathology Medical Examiner.
Result: The Medical Examiner's Office will continue to run smoothly and efficiently.
Auditor
21.
Discussion and possible action to approve retroactive certificate incentive pay for the following collective bargaining employees and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: Upon review of personnel files, it was determined that the above-mentioned employees were due incentive pay for prior pay periods. Since the underpayments exceed twenty-six pay periods, it requires Court approval.
Solution: Approve payment of the retroactive certificate pay.
Result: The employees will receive the certificate pay due for prior pay periods.
| ID# | Incentive | Amount | Effective Date | Total Owed | G/L Account |
| 13253 | El1 | 23.08 | 10/18/2024 | 0.59 | 1001-4070-203 |
| 12496 | El1 | 23.08 | 10/24/2024 | 0.59 | 1001-4070-203 |
| 12506 | El1 | 23.08 | 10/29/2024 | 0.59 | 1001-1070-203 |
| 13452 | UAQ | 15.39 | 07/01/2025 | 227.77 | 1001-4070-203 |
| 13452 | El1 | 23.08 | 07/01/2025 | 341.58 | 1001-4070-203 |
| 12765 | UAQ | 15.39 | 07/29/2025 | 196.99 | 1001-3010-201 |
| 13223 | UAQ | 15.39 | 08/01/2025 | 192.38 | 1001-4070-203 |
| 12040 | UAQ | 15.39 | 09/19/2025 | 138.51 | 1001-4070-203 |
Issue: Upon review of personnel files, it was determined that the above-mentioned employees were due incentive pay for prior pay periods. Since the underpayments exceed twenty-six pay periods, it requires Court approval.
Solution: Approve payment of the retroactive certificate pay.
Result: The employees will receive the certificate pay due for prior pay periods.
22.
Discussion and possible action to authorize the County Treasurer to close the non-interest-bearing escrow bank account at Falcon International Bank designated for Scofflaw.
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the County Tax Assessor Collector to open a bank account to implement Hamer Enterprises Scofflaw Program. However, the non-interest bearing escrow account resides with Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) as per Attachment B, Section B. of the agreement, so the account is not necessary.
Solution: Close the non-interest bearing account at Falcon International Bank.
Result: The County will maintain the required balance in the escrow account established with TxDMV and close the bank account opened with $0.01 at Falcon International Bank.
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the County Tax Assessor Collector to open a bank account to implement Hamer Enterprises Scofflaw Program. However, the non-interest bearing escrow account resides with Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) as per Attachment B, Section B. of the agreement, so the account is not necessary.
Solution: Close the non-interest bearing account at Falcon International Bank.
Result: The County will maintain the required balance in the escrow account established with TxDMV and close the bank account opened with $0.01 at Falcon International Bank.
23.
Discussion and possible to review the status of the Tax Assessor Collector bank account reconciliations and related journals for the County financial audit as of September 30, 2025, with possible action to transfer the bank reconciliation process and journals to the County Treasurer according to Texas Local Government Code (TLGC) 113.008 (Reconciliation of Depository Accounts), and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The County independent auditors are pending the Tax Assessor Collector bank reconciliations and related journal entry into the County official financial software.
Solution: The County Treasurer will be authorized to prepare any Tax Assessor Collector pending bank reconciliations and journals according to TLGC 113.008 (b-1).
Result: The County financial audit could be completed by March 31st for timely submission to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse, EMMA - Electronic Municipal Market Access (Compliant with SEC Rule 15c2-12), Government Finance Officers Association and bond rating agencies.
Issue: The County independent auditors are pending the Tax Assessor Collector bank reconciliations and related journal entry into the County official financial software.
Solution: The County Treasurer will be authorized to prepare any Tax Assessor Collector pending bank reconciliations and journals according to TLGC 113.008 (b-1).
Result: The County financial audit could be completed by March 31st for timely submission to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse, EMMA - Electronic Municipal Market Access (Compliant with SEC Rule 15c2-12), Government Finance Officers Association and bond rating agencies.
Business Office
24.
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer), make an exception to the budget policy; and any other matters incident thereto:
Issue: Shortfall in funding for professional services for ongoing projects.
Solution: Transfer as listed above.
Result: Invoices will be paid in a timely manner.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-1130-001-431007-010 | Operational Reserve | $200,000 | ||
| To: | 1001-1130-001-432001 | Professional Services | $200,000 | $4,422 | $204,422 |
Issue: Shortfall in funding for professional services for ongoing projects.
Solution: Transfer as listed above.
Result: Invoices will be paid in a timely manner.
Emergency Management
25.
Discussion and possible action to authorize an exception to the budget policy and authorize the following line item transfer and ratification of payment:
Issue: Insufficient funds for internet expenses.
Solution: Approve the transfer to cover expenses.
Result: Transfer will ensure funding to cover payments for the rest of the fiscal year.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-3120-001-461000 | Materials & Supplies | $25,000.00 | $2,400.00 | $21,741.04 | $19,341.04 |
| To: | 1001-3120-001-441805 | Internet Service | $1,000.00 | $2,400.00 | $153.33 | $2,553.33 |
Issue: Insufficient funds for internet expenses.
Solution: Approve the transfer to cover expenses.
Result: Transfer will ensure funding to cover payments for the rest of the fiscal year.
Engineer
26.
Discussion and possible action to enter into Amendment #4 to the ARPA Project Management Services Agreement with Brighton Group, LLC. By adding the "Amended Exhibit A" that identifies Webb County's Final ARPA Projects list with all associated Final Project Budgets that were obligated by Commissioners Court Action and in compliance with the US Treasury SLFRF Program Guidelines; and authorizing the County Judge to sign relevant documents. [Fees are to be paid as authorized by ARPA for Administration Services through available funding within the ARPA Program]
Purchasing
27.
Discussion and possible action to approve an informal bid request to Torres Landscaping and Paint, Inc. for landscaping services for the Webb County Courthouse to include; but not limited to removal and installation of a new irrigation system, removal of existing St. Augustin grass and install approximately 15,800 square feet of new St. Augustin grass sod, supply and plant two (2) large Oak trees approximately eighteen (18) feet tall, trim and shape all existing large trees around Courthouse perimeter and install decorative 1 1/2 inch decorative rock in designated areas as instructed by Webb County, price will include all permits, labor, materials, trash removal, tools/equipment and required bonding and insurance for an amount not to exceed $48,233.00 and to further authorize General Counsel to prepare a construction construct for landscaping improvements and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)]
Issue: Due to age and ongoing system failures, replacement of the existing St. Augustine grass and irrigation system is more practical and cost-effective than continued repairs. Full replacement is necessary to restore reliable turf coverage and improve water efficiency.
Solution: Consideration to approve the lowest responsible bidder for this project.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare a landscaping construction contract for final execution approval by the Webb County Commissioners Court for the awarded sum.
Issue: Due to age and ongoing system failures, replacement of the existing St. Augustine grass and irrigation system is more practical and cost-effective than continued repairs. Full replacement is necessary to restore reliable turf coverage and improve water efficiency.
Solution: Consideration to approve the lowest responsible bidder for this project.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare a landscaping construction contract for final execution approval by the Webb County Commissioners Court for the awarded sum.
28.
Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit a formal Invitation to Bid for the construction of a new parking lot of an approximate 0.28 acre tract(s) of land located at 918 and 920 Houston Street. The proposed project consists of the preparation of plans and specifications, site preparation, and construction of an asphalt and/or concrete surface parking lot serving the downtown Webb County public facilities and visitors pursuant to Sub-Chapter C. Competitive Bidding Method; under the Texas Government Code; §2269.101 (Contracts for Facilities: Competitive Bids) and in accordance with §2269.102 (Use of Architect or Engineer) by designating the County Engineering Department to prepare the plans, specifications, estimated construction costs, construction documents for bidding, and construction administration throughout the duration of the project until closeout and any other matters incident thereto. [Sponsored by Webb County Judge Tano E. Tijerina and Co-Sponsored by Ricardo A. Jaime, Commissioner Pct. 4; Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (General Fund-General Operating Exp-Administration-Capital Outlay)]
Issue: The County-owned properties located at 918 and 920 Houston Street were recently demolished, and additional parking is needed to address existing parking deficiencies, improve public accessibility and safety, ensure ADA compliance, and support continued Webb County operations.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise a formal Invitation to Bid to secure competitive bids from contractors subject to the completion of the signed and sealed construction plans and specifications prepared by the County Engineering Department.
Result: If approved, staff will proceed with the approved project as directed by the Webb County Commissioners Court as per formal action taken.
Issue: The County-owned properties located at 918 and 920 Houston Street were recently demolished, and additional parking is needed to address existing parking deficiencies, improve public accessibility and safety, ensure ADA compliance, and support continued Webb County operations.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise a formal Invitation to Bid to secure competitive bids from contractors subject to the completion of the signed and sealed construction plans and specifications prepared by the County Engineering Department.
Result: If approved, staff will proceed with the approved project as directed by the Webb County Commissioners Court as per formal action taken.
Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk
29.
Discussion and possible action to enter into an agreement between Webb County and Kofile Technologies, Inc. (TXMAS Contract No. 93-92001) for Tri-fold Preservation with Binder and Archival Imaging Services of historical civil case files for an amount of $597,391.06 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code: Sub-Chapter F. cooperative Purchasing Program, Sections 271.101, 271.102 (Cooperative Purchasing Participation) and to further authorize General Counsel to prepare the agreement for the awarded sum and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (General Operating); #2034-2290-001-460105 (Records Management Preservation Fund, Minor Tools and Apparatus)]
Issue: The Webb County District Clerk is requesting professional services for the preservation of Tri-fold preservation binders and imaging services of historical civil case files.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the agreement between Webb County and Kofile Technologies utilizing the cooperative contract pricing proposal which has met the competitive bidding requirements of the State of Texas.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the agreement for final approval by the Webb County Commissioners Court for the awarded sum.
Issue: The Webb County District Clerk is requesting professional services for the preservation of Tri-fold preservation binders and imaging services of historical civil case files.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the agreement between Webb County and Kofile Technologies utilizing the cooperative contract pricing proposal which has met the competitive bidding requirements of the State of Texas.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the agreement for final approval by the Webb County Commissioners Court for the awarded sum.
Honorable Patricia Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector
30.
Discussion and possible action authorize the Purchasing Agent to add one (1) new cell phone line, including data service, in accordance with the current approved AT&T FirstNet Plan to the Webb County Tax Assessor-Collector's office pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 272.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program DIR Agreement TELE-CTSA-002 at a monthly rate of $40.99, plus surcharges and other fees; and subject to annual budgetary appropriation; and authorize the County Judge sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1320-001-441035 (Cell Phone Cost)]
Issue: Cellular is needed for the Motor Vehicle Administrator to ensure daily communication with staff, County Officials, and others as needed after hours and on weekends in order to respond to any emergency.
Solution: Approval will ensure the Motor Vehicle Administrator is in full communication.
Result: Motor Vehicle Administrator will be able to respond to any calls on a daily basis.
Issue: Cellular is needed for the Motor Vehicle Administrator to ensure daily communication with staff, County Officials, and others as needed after hours and on weekends in order to respond to any emergency.
Solution: Approval will ensure the Motor Vehicle Administrator is in full communication.
Result: Motor Vehicle Administrator will be able to respond to any calls on a daily basis.
Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge
31.
Discussion and possible action to proclaim the month of March as Disabilities Awareness Month.
Closed Session/Executive Session
32.
Discussion and possible action regarding the proposed purchase and value of real property legally described as Lot One-A (1-A), Block One (1) Guerra Subdivision, as shown on the replat recorded in Volume 25 Page 25 of the Webb County Plat Records, City of Laredo, Texas ("Tract 1"), and containing approximately 10.78 acres, more or less; and Lot Two-A (2-A), Block One (I), Guerra Subdivision, as shown on the replat recorded in Volume 25, Page 25 of the Webb County Plat Records, City of Laredo, Texas ("Tract 2"), and containing approximately 3.35 acres, more or less, and including all improvements situated thereon and with a street address of 5102 and 5110 U.S. Hwy 59, Laredo, Webb County, Texas and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code Title 5, Subchapter D, Sections 5551.071 deliberations with legal counsel and 551.072, deliberations regarding the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property if deliberations in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the negotiations with a third person]
Presentations
33.
Presentation by Aaron Garcia with Schneider Electric on energy savings with Webb County’s chiller system and consideration and approval of the letter of interest from Schneider Electric with discussion and possible action on other potential upgrades to county facilities; and any other matters incident thereto. [Sponsored by Judge Tano E. Tijerina]
34.
Communications
35.
Adjourn
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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DISABILITY ACCESS STATEMENT | |
DATED THIS ______ DAY OF MARCH, 2026
By: ______________________________
Melinda Mata
Court Administrator
Court Administrator
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 March, 2026 and said notice remained so posted continuously for at least Three (3) business days preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
DATED THIS ______ DAY OF MARCH, 2026
MARGIE RAMIREZ IBARRA, COUNTY CLERK, WEBB COUNTY, TEXAS
BY: ______________________________________________
Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, County Clerk
