Official Minutes for Webb County
Commissioners Court Meeting
Monday, JUNE 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Commissioners Court Meeting
Monday, JUNE 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Let it be remembered that a regular meeting of the Webb County Commissioners Court was held at 9:00 a.m. at the regular meeting place with the following members present to wit:
Thus constituting a quorum, the Commissioners Court proceeded to act upon the Agenda as posted in the meeting notice of the 6th day of June 2025. Present also were Ms. Carmen L. Saldaña, Recording Secretary representing Mrs. Margie Ramirez Ibarra, Ex-officio Clerk of the Commissioners Court, various officers and others interested in the business of the Court.
| Tano E. Tijerina, | County Judge |
| Jesse Gonzalez, | Commissioner, Pct. 1 |
| Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, | Commissioner, Pct. 2 |
| John C. Galo, | Commissioner, Pct. 3 |
| Ricardo A. Jaime | Commissioner, Pct. 4 |
Thus constituting a quorum, the Commissioners Court proceeded to act upon the Agenda as posted in the meeting notice of the 6th day of June 2025. Present also were Ms. Carmen L. Saldaña, Recording Secretary representing Mrs. Margie Ramirez Ibarra, Ex-officio Clerk of the Commissioners Court, various officers and others interested in the business of the Court.
CALL TO ORDER BY THE HONORABLE TANO E. TIJERINA, WEBB COUNTY JUDGE
1.
Roll Call by Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk
Roll call by Ms. Carmen L. Saldaña, Recording Secretary on behalf of the Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to excuse Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo and Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
2.
Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation
Led by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez.
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.
Chief Deputy Treasurer, Manuel Vinals presented the Bills and Disbursements for the period of 05/23/2025 - 06/05/2025 that included the Recap of Checks and EFT's, Payment Ratifications and two side bills.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve by order
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Chief Deputy Treasurer, Manuel Vinals presented the Liability Disbursements of County payroll for the pay periods of 05/16/2025 - 05/29/2025 as well as the Casa Blanca Golf Course payroll for 05/30/2025 along with the estimated payroll for the next pay period of 06/13/2025. The Casa Blanca Revenue report was also included.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve estimated payroll not to exceed $45,000 for the Casa Blanca Golf Course
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Amended motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to accept report for Casa Blanca Revenue
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Human Resources Director, Monica Flores presented the Wage and Pay Scale Budget Amendments Report.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to accept report
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
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.
No one signed up for Public Comment.
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.
Honorable Selina Mireles, Child Protection Court
a.
AI-17746
Discussion with possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to add one (1) cell phone line, including data service, in accordance with the current approved AT&T FirstNet Plan to the TEND Court 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 the grant annual budgetary appropriation; and authorize the County Judge sign all relevant documents; and any other matter incident thereto. [Account #2747-1150-001-441001 (Telephone)]
Issue: TEND Court youth many times need to reach out to our office during non-working business hours, especially during a crisis, runaway status, and other evolving situations.
Solution: This will provide the TEND Court with a centralized call-in system for TEND Court youth.
Result: By approving the cell phone device, it will avoid the use of TEND Court staff's personal phones. Consequently, it will allow a more effective and prompt service to the TEND Court youth's specific needs. This will provide one direct phone number of record for the TEND Court youth.
Issue: TEND Court youth many times need to reach out to our office during non-working business hours, especially during a crisis, runaway status, and other evolving situations.
Solution: This will provide the TEND Court with a centralized call-in system for TEND Court youth.
Result: By approving the cell phone device, it will avoid the use of TEND Court staff's personal phones. Consequently, it will allow a more effective and prompt service to the TEND Court youth's specific needs. This will provide one direct phone number of record for the TEND Court youth.
Attachments:
6.
Auditor
a.
AI-17748
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) and transfer available funds to Debt Service Fund; and any other matters incident thereto. [Rural Rail Transit District and Certificates of Obligation Series 2013]
Issue: Projects have been completed or are non-active. Funds have minimal remaining balances.
Solution: Transfer remaining funds to the Debt Service Fund to close capital project funds.
Result: Rural Rail Transit District and CO Series 2013 Capital project funds will be closed.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 2024-259700 | Fund Balance | $0.00 | $7,361.61 | $7,361.61 | $0.00 |
| 3200-259700 | Fund Balance | $0.00 | $2,550.35 | $2,550.35 | $0.00 | |
| To: | 2024-9080-001-485005 | Transfer Out | $0.00 | $7,361.61 | $0.00 | $7,361.61 |
| 3200-9080-001-485005 | Transfer Out | $0.00 | $2,550.35 | $0.00 | $2,550.35 |
Issue: Projects have been completed or are non-active. Funds have minimal remaining balances.
Solution: Transfer remaining funds to the Debt Service Fund to close capital project funds.
Result: Rural Rail Transit District and CO Series 2013 Capital project funds will be closed.
b.
AI-17737
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within grant funds. This action will not have an impact on the General Fund. [Requested by Guillermo Walls, C.A.A. Director]
Issue: Funds available in accounts will not cover costs needed to continue operating services.
Solution: With Commissioners Court approval, accounts in the line item transfers will have enough funds.
Result: Transfer will ensure funding for the remainder of the current program year.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 2362-5360-521-463802 | Household Crisis | $757,592 | $711,030 | $966,168.88 | $255,138.88 |
| To: | 2362-5360-521-463804 | Utility Assistance | $757,593 | $711,030 | $550,209.78 | $1,261,239.78 |
Issue: Funds available in accounts will not cover costs needed to continue operating services.
Solution: With Commissioners Court approval, accounts in the line item transfers will have enough funds.
Result: Transfer will ensure funding for the remainder of the current program year.
Attachments:
7.
Commissioners Court
a.
AI-17723
Discussion and possible action to enter into a Depository contract with Falcon International Bank, as awarded by the Commissioners Court on May 12, 2025 (Request for Applications (RFA) 2025-001 "Bank Depository for Webb County"), for a four (4) year term with an additional two (2) year renewal term, effective June 1, 2025; approving as security (in the amount of 110% of deposits, excluding FDIC insured accounts) an irrevocable Letter of Credit drawn of a third party federal bank; authorizing the release of the "good faith guarantee" and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.
Issue: At its March 24, 2025 meeting, the Commissioners Court directed the Purchasing Agent to advertise Request for Applications (RFA) for a Bank Depository for Webb County in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 113 ("Management of County Money"), Chapter 116 ("Depositories for County Public Funds") and Chapter 117 ("Depositories for Certain Trust Accounts") as the current contract expires May 31, 2025.
Solution: At its May 12, 2025 meeting, the Commissioners Court awarded Request for Applications (RFA) 2025-001 "Bank Depository for Webb County" to Falcon International Bank.
Issue: At its March 24, 2025 meeting, the Commissioners Court directed the Purchasing Agent to advertise Request for Applications (RFA) for a Bank Depository for Webb County in accordance with Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 113 ("Management of County Money"), Chapter 116 ("Depositories for County Public Funds") and Chapter 117 ("Depositories for Certain Trust Accounts") as the current contract expires May 31, 2025.
Solution: At its May 12, 2025 meeting, the Commissioners Court awarded Request for Applications (RFA) 2025-001 "Bank Depository for Webb County" to Falcon International Bank.
Attachments:
b.
AI-17764
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 Camili Forwarding, Inc., located at 301 Grand Central Blvd, Laredo, Texas 78045, within Webb County’s Taxing Jurisdiction, and any matters incident thereto. [Requested by Camili Forwarding, Inc./City of Laredo]
Attachments:
8.
Community Action Agency
a.
AI-17733
Discussion and possible action to approve the filling of vacancy for the Webb County Community Action Agency Advisory Board Category "B" (Low-Income) Raul Reyes as representative for the South Webb County area and Manuel A. Vinals as the alternate representative. The election to fill the current vacancy as per the Governing Regulations of the Advisory Board of the Webb County Community Action Agency was held on May 28, 2025, at the Rio Bravo Community Center. The Advisory Board shall be composed of membership that comply with the Community Services Block Grant-Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215.
Issue: Approve Raul Reyes as representative and Manuel A. Vinals as alternate representative for the South Webb County area for the WCCAA Advisory Board vacancy Category "B".
Solution: The Advisory Board shall be composed of membership that comply with the Community Services Block Grant - Texas, Administrative Code Rule 5.215.
Result: Once the representative is approved, CAA will comply with the Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215.
Issue: Approve Raul Reyes as representative and Manuel A. Vinals as alternate representative for the South Webb County area for the WCCAA Advisory Board vacancy Category "B".
Solution: The Advisory Board shall be composed of membership that comply with the Community Services Block Grant - Texas, Administrative Code Rule 5.215.
Result: Once the representative is approved, CAA will comply with the Texas Administrative Code Rule 5.215.
9.
Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney
a.
AI-17716
Discussion and possible action to enter into an agreement between the Webb County District Attorney's Office and the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration for reimbursement of employee overtime incurred from law enforcement operations during the performance period of November 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025, for an amount not to exceed Twenty One Thousand Seven Hundred Forty and 50/100 Dollars ($21,740.50). District Attorney Forfeiture funds will be utilized to cover the applicable fringe benefits associated with this project's employee(s) overtime, therefore there will be no impact to the General Fund; and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2583-2260-001-413000 (District Attorney DEA Task Force Overtime)]
Issue: Collaboration between federal, state and local law enforcement agencies is necessary to pursue and dismantle organized crime organizations along the Texas border and within our community.
Solution: Accept Federal assistance to continue local participation in investigations, strategic initiatives and prosecution of organized crime.
Result: Disruption of organized criminal activity in Webb County.
Issue: Collaboration between federal, state and local law enforcement agencies is necessary to pursue and dismantle organized crime organizations along the Texas border and within our community.
Solution: Accept Federal assistance to continue local participation in investigations, strategic initiatives and prosecution of organized crime.
Result: Disruption of organized criminal activity in Webb County.
Attachments:
10.
Economic Development
a.
AI-17710
Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a grant award in the amount of $113,542 to the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) for a FY 2024 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) grant for reimbursement of costs already incurred for the incarceration of undocumented criminal aliens at the Webb County jail; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any cash match, and, in fact, is a reimbursement of costs already incurred. 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 Martin Cuellar, Webb County Sheriff; Account #1001-4070-330150]
Issue: Although immigration matters, including illegal immigration, are constitutionally established as existing under the legal jurisdiction and regulation of the federal government, state prisons and local detention facilities, such as the Webb County jail, incur significant costs for incarcerating undocumented foreign aliens who commit crimes in the United States. This includes but is not limited to supervision, housing, feeding, clothing, any medical and transportation expenses, and other associated detention costs.
Solution: Grant award to obtain reimbursement of a small percentage of the incurred correctional officer salary costs associated with detaining undocumented criminal aliens who had at least one felony or two misdemeanor convictions for violations of state or local law and who were incarcerated at the Webb County jail for at least four (4) consecutive days.
Result: Webb County will be reimbursed by the federal government a limited percentage of the amount of funding expended.
Issue: Although immigration matters, including illegal immigration, are constitutionally established as existing under the legal jurisdiction and regulation of the federal government, state prisons and local detention facilities, such as the Webb County jail, incur significant costs for incarcerating undocumented foreign aliens who commit crimes in the United States. This includes but is not limited to supervision, housing, feeding, clothing, any medical and transportation expenses, and other associated detention costs.
Solution: Grant award to obtain reimbursement of a small percentage of the incurred correctional officer salary costs associated with detaining undocumented criminal aliens who had at least one felony or two misdemeanor convictions for violations of state or local law and who were incarcerated at the Webb County jail for at least four (4) consecutive days.
Result: Webb County will be reimbursed by the federal government a limited percentage of the amount of funding expended.
Attachments:
b.
AI-17711
Discussion and possible action to accept a grant award from the Moody Foundation for a Social Services/Family Well-Being Grant in the amount of EIGHTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($80,000.00) as prepared, written, and submitted by the CAA grant writer in collaboration with CAA management for the funds to establish a diaper resource center program for diaper and hygiene supplies for those in need in the Laredo/Webb County area; 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: During harsh times, impoverished Webb County families are being left further behind economically as the high cost of diapers exacerbates and worsens the lack of affordable day care in the local community by adding yet another barrier to working families’ ability to climb out of poverty.
Solution: Accept grant award from Moody Foundation will allow expanded capacity for the Community Action Agency for the establishment of a diaper resource center for extremely low-income Webb County families.
Result: Community Action Agency (CAA) will be able to provide additional services to the struggling individuals of Webb County.
Issue: During harsh times, impoverished Webb County families are being left further behind economically as the high cost of diapers exacerbates and worsens the lack of affordable day care in the local community by adding yet another barrier to working families’ ability to climb out of poverty.
Solution: Accept grant award from Moody Foundation will allow expanded capacity for the Community Action Agency for the establishment of a diaper resource center for extremely low-income Webb County families.
Result: Community Action Agency (CAA) will be able to provide additional services to the struggling individuals of Webb County.
c.
AI-17713
Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Grant (HIDTA Program) from the Executive Office of the President, Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $530,150 for the continued salary and fringe benefits of seven Task Force Investigators; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to act as the County’s Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County’s participation in this grant. There is no cash match requirement for this grant; however, the District Attorney's Office requests additional funding in the form of cash match to cover expenditures in excess of the grant award. The cash match is in the amount of $148,000 for the county's budget process. 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. Contract Term: January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney; Account #1001-1160-001-463903-025 (Federal Matching Narcotics Task Force DEA)]
Issue: There is evidence that trafficking in narcotics and dangerous drugs exists in Laredo, Texas and that such illegal activity has a substantial and detrimental effect on the health and welfare of the people of Texas.
Solution: Gather and report intelligence data relating to trafficking in narcotics and dangerous drugs. Conduct undercover operations and engage in other traditional methods of investigations.
Result: Disrupt the illicit drug traffic in Laredo by immobilizing targeted violators and trafficking organizations.
Issue: There is evidence that trafficking in narcotics and dangerous drugs exists in Laredo, Texas and that such illegal activity has a substantial and detrimental effect on the health and welfare of the people of Texas.
Solution: Gather and report intelligence data relating to trafficking in narcotics and dangerous drugs. Conduct undercover operations and engage in other traditional methods of investigations.
Result: Disrupt the illicit drug traffic in Laredo by immobilizing targeted violators and trafficking organizations.
Attachments:
11.
Fire Suppression & EMS Services
a.
AI-17742
Discussion and possible action to accept EMS County Assistance, first allocation of lapsed funds provided through the Seven Flags Regional Advisory Council (RAC) Trauma Service Area "T" in the amount of $3,068.06, to be utilized in the purchase of EMS/materials & supplies, training, travel, personnel cost, membership to professional/technical organizations, public education, vehicle maintenance and equipment for all stations of the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matter incident thereto. [Accounts #2929-3140-001-461000 & #2929-2140-001-443000-075]
Issue: State funding provided through Seven Flags RAC for EMS needs/operations.
Solution: Accept funds and utilize monies for purchase of supplies, training, travel, personnel cost, membership to professional/technical organizations, public education, vehicle maintenance and equipment.
Result: Properly stocked emergency units ready for response, and well-prepared personnel.
Issue: State funding provided through Seven Flags RAC for EMS needs/operations.
Solution: Accept funds and utilize monies for purchase of supplies, training, travel, personnel cost, membership to professional/technical organizations, public education, vehicle maintenance and equipment.
Result: Properly stocked emergency units ready for response, and well-prepared personnel.
12.
Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
a.
AI-17735
Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot:
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate | Pay Periods |
| 2042 | Family Service Worker/MA | $21.27 - $22.09 | 26 |
Attachments:
b.
AI-17747
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within Head Start funds:
Issue: Transfer needed to cover CDA Fee for a CDA Assessment.
Solution: Approve the transfer in order to cover the CDA Assessment Fee.
Result: Court approval of line item transfer will be enough to cover the assessment fee.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 2367-5230-531-460031 | College Tuition | $1,000 | $400.00 | $1,000 | $600.00 |
| To: | 2367-5230-531-456110 | CDA Fees / Renewals | $3,281 | $400.00 | $36.76 | $436.76 |
Issue: Transfer needed to cover CDA Fee for a CDA Assessment.
Solution: Approve the transfer in order to cover the CDA Assessment Fee.
Result: Court approval of line item transfer will be enough to cover the assessment fee.
Attachments:
13.
Pre-Trial Services
a.
AI-17760
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 June 9, 2025:
Issue: The position will become available for filing on 6/30/2025. The current part-time employee last day of work is 6/29/30.
Solution: Pre-Trial Services would like to initiate the posting of this position as soon as 6/09/2025.
Result: Filling this slot as soon as possible will avoid any work related issues in the weekend magistration process.
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate |
| 888855 | Asst. Weekend Indigent Coordinator Temporary Part-Time (32 hrs per pay period) |
$15.16 -13/E |
Issue: The position will become available for filing on 6/30/2025. The current part-time employee last day of work is 6/29/30.
Solution: Pre-Trial Services would like to initiate the posting of this position as soon as 6/09/2025.
Result: Filling this slot as soon as possible will avoid any work related issues in the weekend magistration process.
Attachments:
14.
Public Defender
a.
AI-17728
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 June 9, 2025:
Issue: Slot #2917 became vacant on May 30, 2025.
Solution: Request is being made to post and fill the vacant Social Worker slot (#2917).
Result: This action will allow our department to fill the vacant slot, and allow our department to continue to function efficiently and effectively.
| Slot # | Title | Salary |
| 2917 | Social Worker | $42,390.40 - $46,238.40 18/A-H |
Issue: Slot #2917 became vacant on May 30, 2025.
Solution: Request is being made to post and fill the vacant Social Worker slot (#2917).
Result: This action will allow our department to fill the vacant slot, and allow our department to continue to function efficiently and effectively.
Attachments:
15.
Public Health Services
a.
AI-17729
Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective June 9, 2025.
Issue: Slots are currently vacant positions.
Solution: Approval from Commissioners Court to fill and post the vacant positions.
Result: The filling of the slots will allow the Public Health Services Department to function efficiently and effectively.
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate |
| 2974 | Data Entry Clerk | $11.84 - $12.44 (7/A-E) |
| 2975 | Data Entry Clerk | $11.84 - $12.44 (7/A-E) |
| 1891 | Outreach Investigator | $14.42 - $15.16 (11/A-E) |
Issue: Slots are currently vacant positions.
Solution: Approval from Commissioners Court to fill and post the vacant positions.
Result: The filling of the slots will allow the Public Health Services Department to function efficiently and effectively.
16.
Purchasing
a.
AI-17717
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 public auction, dispose of or destroy property that cannot be sold through 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.
Result: Generate auction revenue from sale of county property, reduce county expenditures by transferring surplus property to other departments.
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 public auction, dispose of or destroy property that cannot be sold through 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.
Result: Generate auction revenue from sale of county property, reduce county expenditures by transferring surplus property to other departments.
Attachments:
b.
AI-17727
Discussion and possible action to ratify and make an exception for a one-time credit card charge for an amount not to exceed Five Hundred Sixty-Three Dollars ($563.00) for the purchase of two (2) Gold Colored NGP 420 Automatic Door Bottom with Neoprene Seals with Heavy Duty Surface from Zen Supply for the 49th Judicial District Court and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: Only Zen Supply carries the required merchandise needed for the 49th District Court. Zen Supply does not accept purchase orders from Webb County. Purchase with the county credit card was the best option to move forward with ordering the requested equipment.
Solution: Consideration to ratify the use and make an exception to the rule of using the county credit card for this purchase.
Result: Commissioners Court authorized the purchase of two (2) Gold Colored NGP 420 Automatic Door Bottom with Neoprene Seals with Heavy Duty Surface from Zen Supply for the 49th Judicial District Court.
Issue: Only Zen Supply carries the required merchandise needed for the 49th District Court. Zen Supply does not accept purchase orders from Webb County. Purchase with the county credit card was the best option to move forward with ordering the requested equipment.
Solution: Consideration to ratify the use and make an exception to the rule of using the county credit card for this purchase.
Result: Commissioners Court authorized the purchase of two (2) Gold Colored NGP 420 Automatic Door Bottom with Neoprene Seals with Heavy Duty Surface from Zen Supply for the 49th Judicial District Court.
c.
AI-17732
Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal bids for the following annual contracts for the fiscal year ending 2025-2026, pursuant to the County Purchasing Act and any other matters incident thereto.
Annual Contract for Auto Parts
Annual Contract for Electrical Supplies
Annual Contract for Generator Preventive Maintenance and Repair Services (2 yr. contract)
Annual Contract for Janitorial Supplies
Annual Contract for Machine Shop Repairs
Annual Contract for Master Electrician Services
Annual Contract for Mechanical, Electrical & Transmission Repairs for vehicles
Annual Contract for Milk, Bread, Tortillas & Meat
Annual Contract for Motor Rewinds
Annual Contract for Office Supplies
Annual Contract for Outdoor Advertising
Annual Contract for Paint and Body Work for vehicles
Annual Contract for Pharmaceutical Supplies
Annual Contract for Plumbing Services
Annual Contract for Printing Services
Annual Contract for Processed Foods
Annual Contract for Produce Foods
Annual Contract for Refuse Collection
Annual Contract for Road Construction Material
Annual Contract for Uniforms (Civilian Personnel Only)
Annual Contract for Water Plant Chemicals
Issue: Current annual contracts are set to expire on September 30, 2025.
Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal bids for upcoming annual contracts effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
Result: Annual contracts will provide fixed pricing for county departments to utilize when needed through the course of the fiscal year with vendors that have met the competitive bidding requirements.
Annual Contract for Auto Parts
Annual Contract for Electrical Supplies
Annual Contract for Generator Preventive Maintenance and Repair Services (2 yr. contract)
Annual Contract for Janitorial Supplies
Annual Contract for Machine Shop Repairs
Annual Contract for Master Electrician Services
Annual Contract for Mechanical, Electrical & Transmission Repairs for vehicles
Annual Contract for Milk, Bread, Tortillas & Meat
Annual Contract for Motor Rewinds
Annual Contract for Office Supplies
Annual Contract for Outdoor Advertising
Annual Contract for Paint and Body Work for vehicles
Annual Contract for Pharmaceutical Supplies
Annual Contract for Plumbing Services
Annual Contract for Printing Services
Annual Contract for Processed Foods
Annual Contract for Produce Foods
Annual Contract for Refuse Collection
Annual Contract for Road Construction Material
Annual Contract for Uniforms (Civilian Personnel Only)
Annual Contract for Water Plant Chemicals
Issue: Current annual contracts are set to expire on September 30, 2025.
Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit formal bids for upcoming annual contracts effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
Result: Annual contracts will provide fixed pricing for county departments to utilize when needed through the course of the fiscal year with vendors that have met the competitive bidding requirements.
17.
Line Item Transfers
a.
AI-17731
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the Water Utilities fund. [Requested by Water Utilities Department]
Issue: The funds currently available in these accounts will not cover costs necessary for the end of the budget year.
Solution: Approve line item transfer.
Result: This account will have sufficient funds which will allow necessary repairs that are needed for the department.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 7200-7050-001-441405 | Landfill Fees | $5,000 | $4,950 | $5,000 | $50.00 |
| 7200-7050-001-443000-105 | Repairs & Maint. Water Lines | $77,280 | $10,000 | $23,522.79 | $13,522.79 | |
| 7200-7050-001-456205 | Training & Education | $15,000 | $6,000 | $12,690.88 | $6,690.88 | |
| 7200-7050-001-456305 | Uniforms | $13,023 | $3,000 | $4,560.78 | $1,560.78 | |
| 7200-7050-001-461000-100 | Materials & Supplies Safety | $10,000 | $5,000 | $7,312.04 | $2,312.04 | |
| 7200-7050-001-464010 | Dues & Membership | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,125 | $25 | |
| 7200-7060-001-456205 | Training & Education | $2,040 | $1,550 | $1,600 | $50 | |
| 7200-7060-001-460032 | Chemicals | $9,350 | $8,450 | $8,501.64 | $51.64 | |
| 7200-7065-001-443000-020 | Repairs & Maint. Buildings | $2,000 | $1,950 | $2,000 | $50 | |
| 7200-7065-001-456205 | Training & Education | $1,500 | $1,400 | $1,425 | $25 | |
| 7200-7065-001-460032 | Chemicals | $9,350 | $7,300 | $7,331.22 | $31.22 | |
| $54,200 | ||||||
| To: | 7200-7050-001-443000-035 | Repairs & Maint. Equipment | $247,500 | $54,200 | $15,330.16 | $69,530.16 |
Issue: The funds currently available in these accounts will not cover costs necessary for the end of the budget year.
Solution: Approve line item transfer.
Result: This account will have sufficient funds which will allow necessary repairs that are needed for the department.
b.
AI-17749
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund. [Requested by Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1 Pl. 1]
Issue: Travel advance for three employees to attend a training conference.
Solution: Transfer will fund any negative balance.
Result: Trainings will be attended and accounts will be in compliance.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-2140-001-464010 | Dues & Memberships | $1,000.00 | $200.00 | $950.00 | $750.00 |
| To: | 1001-2140-001-456205 | Training & Education | $5,500.00 | $200.00 | $2,276.20 | $2,476.20 |
Issue: Travel advance for three employees to attend a training conference.
Solution: Transfer will fund any negative balance.
Result: Trainings will be attended and accounts will be in compliance.
Attachments:
c.
AI-17750
Discussion and possible action to ratify and approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General Fund. [Requested by Rolando San Miguel, Constable Pct. 4]
Issue: The following account #1001-3170-001-456205 (Training & Education) requires additional funds to cover estimated future expenditures that are forecasted to occur for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Solution: A line item transfer will assist in account not reaching a deficit.
Result: The transfer of funds will cover any estimated future expenditures for the remainder of the fiscal year.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-3170-001-443000-075 | Repairs & Maint. - Vehicles | $25,000.00 | $4,500.00 | $13,487.48 | $8,987.48 |
| To: | 1001-3170-001-456205 | Training & Education | $10,000.00 | $4,500.00 | $6.48 | $4,506.48 |
Issue: The following account #1001-3170-001-456205 (Training & Education) requires additional funds to cover estimated future expenditures that are forecasted to occur for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Solution: A line item transfer will assist in account not reaching a deficit.
Result: The transfer of funds will cover any estimated future expenditures for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Attachments:
d.
AI-17752
Discussion and possible action to approve, by order, a Budget Amendment in the amount of $50,000 for the Election Service Contracts (Fund #2010); and any incident thereto. [Requested by Elections Department; Account #2010-1110-001-451201 (Election Expense)]
Issue: The Election Service Contract Fund requires additional funding for pending Early Voting and Election Day invoices from Manpower Inc., fringes for county employees who worked on Election Day, and for treasures to post pending bank reconciliations.
Solution: Budget Amendment is required to pay remaining invoices on time for Early Voting and Election Day, fringes and to post bank reconciliations.
Result:The Elections Department will process invoices for payment.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 2010-1110-341100 | Election Contractual Fees | $310,000 | $50,000 | $448,000 | $498,000 |
| To: | 2010-1110-001-451201 | Election Expense | $139,500 | $50,000 | $485,500 | $535,500 |
Issue: The Election Service Contract Fund requires additional funding for pending Early Voting and Election Day invoices from Manpower Inc., fringes for county employees who worked on Election Day, and for treasures to post pending bank reconciliations.
Solution: Budget Amendment is required to pay remaining invoices on time for Early Voting and Election Day, fringes and to post bank reconciliations.
Result:The Elections Department will process invoices for payment.
Attachments:
e.
AI-17759
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within Fairgrounds funds. [Requested by 1848 Event Center]
Issue: Line item transfer requested by auditors to pay invoices to the package B vendor.
Solution: Transfer monies to cover invoices.
Result: Process payments for pending invoices.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 2031-6430-001-463010-005 | Food & Setup COS Package A (formal) | $145,000 | $30,000 | $70,360 | $40,360 |
| To: | 2031-6430-001-463010-010 | Food & Setup COS Package B (Casual) | $50,000 | $30,000 | $-9,270 | $20,730 |
Issue: Line item transfer requested by auditors to pay invoices to the package B vendor.
Solution: Transfer monies to cover invoices.
Result: Process payments for pending invoices.
f.
AI-17754
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the Water Utilities fund. [Requested by Water Utilities Department]
Issue: The current funds in account are not sufficient to cover costs for building A/C repairs.
Solution: Approve line item transfer.
Result: Funding will be available for much needed A/C repairs.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 7200-7080-001-443000-035 | Repairs & Maint. Water Lines | $4,250.00 | $1,500.00 | $4,250.00 | $2,750.00 |
| To: | 7200-7050-001-443000-020 | Repairs & Maint. Building | $30,000.00 | $1,500.00 | $6,469.03 | $7,969.03 |
Issue: The current funds in account are not sufficient to cover costs for building A/C repairs.
Solution: Approve line item transfer.
Result: Funding will be available for much needed A/C repairs.
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina stated to the court that a correction was needed for Item #13a regarding the hourly rate.
The hourly rate should read as $15.16, instead of $15.16-13/E.
The hourly rate should read as $15.16, instead of $15.16-13/E.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to accept Consent Agenda with corrections
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
REGULAR AGENDA
County Auditor, Rafael Perez mentioned to the court account changes were needed for Items #20 and #24.
The account number for Item #20 should be read as 3901-7230-001-474501-005 instead of 3901-7230-474503-005 and the account number for Item #24 should be read as 3901-7230-001-474501-006 instead of 3901-7230-001-474503-006.
The account number for Item #20 should be read as 3901-7230-001-474501-005 instead of 3901-7230-474503-005 and the account number for Item #24 should be read as 3901-7230-001-474501-006 instead of 3901-7230-001-474503-006.
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
18.
AI-17739
Discussion and possible action for Motorola Solutions Inc. to relocate radio tower communications equipment from Lobo Tower to Las Lomas under Local Government Code Section 271.102 (Cooperative Purchasing Program Participation pursuant to HGAC Contract #RA05-21) not to exceed the amount of $368,217 and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)]
Issue: On October 26, 2020, Commissioners Court authorized the installation of radio towers to improve radio coverage for the jurisdictional areas covered by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office. The radio tower communication equipment needs to be moved from Lobo Tower to Las Lomas to improve signal strength and coverage.
Solution: Approval to move the radio tower communication equipment.
Result: Improved signal strength and coverage of radio communications in the jurisdictional areas of the Webb County Sheriff’s Office.
Issue: On October 26, 2020, Commissioners Court authorized the installation of radio towers to improve radio coverage for the jurisdictional areas covered by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office. The radio tower communication equipment needs to be moved from Lobo Tower to Las Lomas to improve signal strength and coverage.
Solution: Approval to move the radio tower communication equipment.
Result: Improved signal strength and coverage of radio communications in the jurisdictional areas of the Webb County Sheriff’s Office.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
Engineer
19.
AI-17734
Discussion and possible action to approve the use of the contingency allowance as stipulated under §4.3 (allowances) under the construction agreement between Webb County and Stoddard Enterprise, LLC., in an amount not to exceed $6,367.90 for the Webb County Dean Senator Judith Zaffirini Justice Center Building Envelope and Site Rehabilitation Project and to further authorize the Webb County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)
Issue: The Building Permit is needed in order to begin with this project.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of $6,367.90 from the owner's contingency allowance for the Building Permit fees.
Result: If approved, the Contractor will be authorized to use the owner's contingency amount as approved by Commissioners Court. There will be no increase or decrease to the original contract sum.
Issue: The Building Permit is needed in order to begin with this project.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of $6,367.90 from the owner's contingency allowance for the Building Permit fees.
Result: If approved, the Contractor will be authorized to use the owner's contingency amount as approved by Commissioners Court. There will be no increase or decrease to the original contract sum.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
20.
AI-17745
Discussion and possible action to approve a Change Order in the amount of $1,038.79 (Purchase Order No. 2025-00004472) to Gilmar Construction Ltd., for the Webb County 1848 Main Stage Mobile Home Caliche Pad & Concrete Sidewalk for additional work done; and authorize the County Judge sign any relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3901-7230-001-474503-005 (Fairgrounds Site Improvements Caliche and Sidewalk)
Issue: After reviewing the site, it was decided that in order for the pad to look more unified with the sidewalk, an additional 2' wide section was added to the proposed site.
Solution: A 50' X 2' wide concrete section was added.
Result: As an added safety precaution and to improve the overall style and appearance of the area.
Issue: After reviewing the site, it was decided that in order for the pad to look more unified with the sidewalk, an additional 2' wide section was added to the proposed site.
Solution: A 50' X 2' wide concrete section was added.
Result: As an added safety precaution and to improve the overall style and appearance of the area.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve with correction to account number as previously mentioned by Mr. Rafael Perez, County Auditor
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
21.
AI-17755
Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order No. 3, Additional days for Quantcorp Construction LLC., for ARPA Project No. 2 - Webb County Southern Fire Station. The Contract Sum will not be increased by this Change Order; and authorize the Webb County Judge sign any relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [No impact to the account]
Issue: There are items that have impacted the progress of the project, such as the delayed order for a custom-built water pump, the approval of changes for the fence to the septic tank, the air compressor's relocation and furnishing of equipment, and the installation of a water filtration system, the General Contractor requests that the current substantial completion date be extended Thirty (30) calendar days.
Solution: Approval of Change Order which will increase the contract time by thirty (30) days.
Result: Substantial completion date will be from June 9, 2025, to July 9, 2025.
Issue: There are items that have impacted the progress of the project, such as the delayed order for a custom-built water pump, the approval of changes for the fence to the septic tank, the air compressor's relocation and furnishing of equipment, and the installation of a water filtration system, the General Contractor requests that the current substantial completion date be extended Thirty (30) calendar days.
Solution: Approval of Change Order which will increase the contract time by thirty (30) days.
Result: Substantial completion date will be from June 9, 2025, to July 9, 2025.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
22.
AI-17757
Discussion and possible action to approve the use of the contingency allowance as stipulated under §4.3 (allowances) under the construction agreement between Webb County and Stoddard Enterprise, LLC., in an amount not to exceed $41,538.00 for the purchase of an Oculus Mansard for the Webb County Dean Senator Judith Zaffirini Justice Center Building Envelope and Site Rehabilitation Project; and to further authorize the Webb County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)]
Issue: The existing oculus mansard above the rotunda on the aforementioned building is leaking. It is the recommendation of the Project Architect to replace it.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of $41,538.00 from the owner's contingency allowance funds to purchase the Oculus Mansard.
Result: If approved, the Contractor will be authorized to use the owner's contingency amount as approved by Commissioners Court. There will be no increase or decrease to the original contract sum.
Issue: The existing oculus mansard above the rotunda on the aforementioned building is leaking. It is the recommendation of the Project Architect to replace it.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of $41,538.00 from the owner's contingency allowance funds to purchase the Oculus Mansard.
Result: If approved, the Contractor will be authorized to use the owner's contingency amount as approved by Commissioners Court. There will be no increase or decrease to the original contract sum.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Planning
23.
AI-17753
Discussion and possible action to rename a portion of the Wormser Rd. realignment to Lomas Del Sur Rd. Beginning at the East side of the intersection of Cuatro Vientos Rd. and the Wormser Rd. realignment, thence approximately one mile in a Southeasterly direction along the Wormser Rd. realignment to its intersection with the proposed extension of the Concord Hills Rd. and authorize the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The City of Laredo is seeking Webb County’s assistance with renaming a portion of the Wormser Rd. realignment in order to maintain consistency across that transportation corridor East of the Cuatro Vientos Rd. to the new Sports Complex.
Solution: Renaming that portion of the realignment will maintain consistency across the transportation corridor without impacting E911 addresses East of the sports complex.
Result: The City’s request will be accomplished without any impacts to County residents along East Wormser Rd.
Issue: The City of Laredo is seeking Webb County’s assistance with renaming a portion of the Wormser Rd. realignment in order to maintain consistency across that transportation corridor East of the Cuatro Vientos Rd. to the new Sports Complex.
Solution: Renaming that portion of the realignment will maintain consistency across the transportation corridor without impacting E911 addresses East of the sports complex.
Result: The City’s request will be accomplished without any impacts to County residents along East Wormser Rd.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
Purchasing
24.
AI-17718
Discussion and possible action to award Invitation to Bid 2025-005 1848 Event Center VIP Parking Lot Fence Project to Royal Contractors, Inc. for the furnishing and installation of approximately 690 linear feet of steel panel fencing, various automated and manual access gates, and associated access control systems for the 1848 VIP Parking Lot, to include all required materials/ supplies, labor and equipment for an amount not to exceed $123,690.00 pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Sub-Chapter C. Competitive Bidding in General and to further authorize the County Judge to sign the construction contract between Webb County and awarded bidder and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3901-7230-001-474503-006 (Construction in Progress)]
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to solicit competitive bids for the 1848 Event Center VIP Parking Lot Fence Project.
Solution: Consideration to award Royal Contractors Inc. for the 1848 Event Center VIP Parking Lot Fence Project.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the construction contract for the awarded amount for final execution by the Webb County Judge.
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to solicit competitive bids for the 1848 Event Center VIP Parking Lot Fence Project.
Solution: Consideration to award Royal Contractors Inc. for the 1848 Event Center VIP Parking Lot Fence Project.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the construction contract for the awarded amount for final execution by the Webb County Judge.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Amended motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to reflect correction to account number as previously mentioned by Mr. Rafael Perez, County Auditor
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
25.
AI-17724
Discussion and possible action to award Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2025-007 Fesco Building Flooring Project to Quantcorp Construction LLC, for the removal of existing Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT), prepare the underlying concrete foundation for coating, apply a durable epoxy flooring system, and adjust existing baseboards including all required materials/supplies, labor and equipment for an amount not to exceed $103,800.00, pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Sub-Chapter C. Competitive Bidding in General and to further authorize the County Judge to sign the construction contract between Webb County and awarded bidder and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2007-7140-001-470000 (Capital Outlay)]
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to solicit competitive bids for the reflooring of the Fesco Building.
Solution: Consideration to award ITB 2025-007 Fesco Building Flooring Project to Quantcorp Construction LLC.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the construction contract for the awarded amount for final execution by the Webb County Judge.
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to solicit competitive bids for the reflooring of the Fesco Building.
Solution: Consideration to award ITB 2025-007 Fesco Building Flooring Project to Quantcorp Construction LLC.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the construction contract for the awarded amount for final execution by the Webb County Judge.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
26.
AI-17726
Discussion and possible action to authorize the award of Informal Bid for the Webb County Health Services Roofing Retrofit Project to low bidder AAA Roofing, for an amount not to exceed $45,520.00 for the material and labor for repairing and retrofitting the roof of the Webb County building located at 1620 Santa Ursula Avenue and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-5040-001-470000 (Capital Outay-Public Heatlh Fund)]
Issue: The roof at the Public Health Building needs to be repaired to provide for a watertight and weatherproof building.
Solution: Consideration to award to the lowest responsible bidder as recommended by the Purchasing Agent and the County Engineering Department.
Result: If approved, the contractor will be provided with a Notice to Proceed by the Engineering Department once the required insurance documents are submitted and issuance of a Purchase Order for the awarded amount.
Issue: The roof at the Public Health Building needs to be repaired to provide for a watertight and weatherproof building.
Solution: Consideration to award to the lowest responsible bidder as recommended by the Purchasing Agent and the County Engineering Department.
Result: If approved, the contractor will be provided with a Notice to Proceed by the Engineering Department once the required insurance documents are submitted and issuance of a Purchase Order for the awarded amount.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
27.
AI-17756
Discussion and possible action to purchase one (1) 2025 F-150 4x2 Super Crew Cab 5.5’ Box Truck from Mac Haik Ford (Buy Board Contract #724-23) for an amount not to exceed $43,839.75 with an additional amount of $3,805.00 for an extended Premium Care Extended Service Plan for a total amount not to exceed $47,644.75 for the Webb County Fire Marshall Office pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code; §271.101, & §271.102, Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3130-001-470000 (Fire Marshall - Capital Outlay); Pending Approved Transfer from General Operating Reserve Account #1001-1130-001-431007]
Issue: The Fire Marshall Office needs a new vehicle to handle the operational needs of the department.
Solution: Consideration to approve the purchase of one (1) 2025 F-150 4x2 Super Crew Cab 5.5’ Box Truck. The Purchasing Agent was able to secure multiple cooperative contract price quotes for a new truck for the department.
Result: Once ordered, the estimated time of delivery is between 90 and 120 days.
Issue: The Fire Marshall Office needs a new vehicle to handle the operational needs of the department.
Solution: Consideration to approve the purchase of one (1) 2025 F-150 4x2 Super Crew Cab 5.5’ Box Truck. The Purchasing Agent was able to secure multiple cooperative contract price quotes for a new truck for the department.
Result: Once ordered, the estimated time of delivery is between 90 and 120 days.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
Risk Management
28.
AI-17743
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line-item transfer) within the General fund.
Issue: The Safety Incentive Program line-item was used to fund the monthly cost of health kiosks as part of employee wellness and engagement efforts associated with the Webb County Wellness Program. However, this account was not intended nor adequately funded to cover such costs during the fiscal year, resulting in a budget shortfall.
Solution: Request approval to allocate funding from an appropriate funding source to cover the expense for the health kiosks.
Result: Approval of this request will resolve the budget discrepancy, and ensure accurate funding to cover the expenses related to the health kiosks.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-1130-431007-010 | Operational Reserve | $15,000.00 | |||
| To: | 1001-1180-001-457502-005 | Safety Fair Safety Incentive Program | $9,000.00 | $15,000.00 | $-820.85 | $14,179.15 |
Issue: The Safety Incentive Program line-item was used to fund the monthly cost of health kiosks as part of employee wellness and engagement efforts associated with the Webb County Wellness Program. However, this account was not intended nor adequately funded to cover such costs during the fiscal year, resulting in a budget shortfall.
Solution: Request approval to allocate funding from an appropriate funding source to cover the expense for the health kiosks.
Result: Approval of this request will resolve the budget discrepancy, and ensure accurate funding to cover the expenses related to the health kiosks.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Closed Session/Executive Session
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina read Items #29 - #32 for the record.
29.
AI-17720
Discussion and possible action to retain the law offices of Allision, Bass and Magee regarding litigation in Cause No. 2025-CVF-000926-D3, 341st District Court, Webb County, Texas, styled Roberto Duenas v Webb County, Texas et.al.; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (1) (A) (Consultation With Attorney/Pending Litigation)]
30.
AI-17721
Discussion and possible action to retain the law offices of Allision, Bass and Magee regarding litigation in Cause No. 2025-CVF-000941-D3, 341st District Court, styled Petition of Benito Lira Jr., Leopoldo Morales and Maria Lira De Martinez To Perpetuate Testimony of Webb County, Texas; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Closed/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (1) (A) (Consultation With Attorney/Pending Litigation)] [Requested by Webb County Civil Legal Division]
Civil Legal Division, Mr. Nathan Bratton requested authority to approve retaining services from the law offices of Allision, Bass and Magee for Items #29 and #30.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve retaining services as requested by Mr. Nathan Bratton
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
31.
AI-17744
Discussion and possible action to settle a property claim with the insurance carrier Network Adjusters, representing Allied World Surplus Lines Insurance Company (Claim #2025010645), related to a motor vehicle accident involving a Webb County unit that occurred on April 4, 2025, at 23299 South Highway 359 by accepting the settlement amount of $33,761.96 which will be paid to Enterprise, and the vehicle lease will be terminated. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (1) (A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending settlement offer]
32.
AI-17761
Discussion and possible action to settle a collision claim with insurance carrier Network Adjusters, representing Allied World Surplus Lines Insurance Company (Claim #2025009085), for a motor vehicle accident involving a motor vehicle that was leased from Enterprise by Webb County; said accident occurred on March 27, 2025, at FM 1017 Rd. As part of the settlement, the total loss of the vehicle will be in the amount of $24,696.75 paid to Enterprise (Lien holder), and the Webb County vehicle lease for this unit will be terminated. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (1) (A) (Consultation with Attorney regarding pending settlement offer)]<
Civil Legal Division, Mr. Nathan Bratton requested authority to settle as indicated for Items #31 and #32.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve settlements as requested by Mr. Nathan Bratton
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve Items #29, #30, #31 and #32 as requested
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Presentations
34.
AI-17763
Recognition of Katelyn Yanez, Emanuel Salazar and Adamaris Esquivel for being selected as 2024 and 2025 National Ambassadors and representing Laredo in Washington DC for National Recognition Week; and to present Commissioners Court with the 2024 Book of Writings as a token of appreciation and gratitude for supporting the Do the Write Thing Initiative. [Sponsored by Tano Tijerina, County Judge]
Ms. Claudia Dovalina Guzman, Executive Director for Communities in Schools, presented students Katelyn Yanez, Emanuel Salazar and Adamaris Esquivel who were selected as National Ambassadors for 2024 and 2025. They will be recognized for representing Laredo and Webb County in Washington DC during National Recognition Week. The students showed their gratitude to the commissioners court for their continued support by presenting them with their 2024 Book of Writings.
33.
AI-17758
Recognition of Marcelo Barriento, Regina Valdez and Abril Victor, students from the HOSA-Future Health Professionals student organization from Harmony Science Academy, for qualifying to compete at the 2025 HOSA International Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, under the leadership of their sponsors Martha Castillo and Leticia Perez. [Sponsored by Ricardo A. Jaime, Commissioner Pct. 4] [Co-Sponsored by Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Commissioner Pct. 2]
Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime presented students Marcelo Barriento, Regina Valdez and Abril Victor from the HOSA Future Health Professionals organization in order to be recognized for competing at the 2025 HOSA International Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.
35.
Communications
36.
Adjourn
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to adjourn
Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)