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Commissioners Court Meeting

Monday, JULY 14, 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:
 
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 11th day of July 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. Kassandra Cavazos, Chief Deputy on behalf of the Honorable Margie Ramirez-Ibarra, Webb County Clerk.
 

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to excuse Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
2.
 
Pledge of Allegiance/Invocation
Led by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina.
 
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.
County Treasurer, Raul Reyes presented the Bills and Disbursements for the period of 6/19/2025 - 7/10/2025 that included the Recap of Checks, EFT's, and the payments released by general order.
 

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve as per general order including checks ready to be released

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
County Treasurer, Raul Reyes presented the Payment Ratifications.
 

Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve ratification of payments

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
County Treasurer, Raul Reyes presented the Liability Disbursements of the County payroll for the pay period of 06/13/2025 - 06/26/2025, as well as the Casa Blanca Golf Course payroll from prior date of 06/27/2025 and the estimated payroll for the future pay period of 6/25/2025. Casa Blanca revenue for period of 06/09/2025 to 06/22/2025 was presented as well.
 

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina not to exceed amount of $52,000.00 for the estimated future Casa Blanca payroll

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Human Resources Director, Monica Flores presented the Wage and Pay Scale Budget Amendments Report.
 

Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve by order the Wage & Pay Scale Budget Amendments

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (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.

CONSENT ITEMS
 
5.
 
Auditor
 
a.
AI-17859
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within Forfeiture funds. [Requested by Isidro "Chilo" Alaniz, District Attorney]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 2162-259700 Fund Balance   $62,000.00    
             
To: 2162-2260-001-456205 Training & Education $40,000 $30,000.00 $17,337.42 $47.337.42
  2162-2260-001-460140 Firearms and Ammunition $6,400.00 $25,000.00 $5,070.00 $35,070.00
  2162-2260-001-441001 Telephone $20,500.00 $7,000.00 $1,348.38 $8,348.38
        $62,000.00    

Issue: Budget increase to cover training/travel expenses, telephone expenses, and investigator equipment.

Solution: Transfer of funds to the mentioned accounts.

Result: Funds will be available to cover all expenses.
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6.
 
Budget Officer
 
a.
AI-17895
Discussion and possible action to transfer county payroll savings funds accumulated as of July 3, 2025, in the amount of $1,577,328 to the Operational Reserve account; and any other matters incident thereto.
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Request
To: 1001-1130-001-431007-010 Operational Reserve $1,577,328

Issue: Budget Officer has directed a quarterly payroll sweep. 

Solution: Complete second quarterly payroll sweep.

Result: Savings for Operational Reserve and funds for various county projects.
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7.
 
Honorable Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, Webb County Commissioner Pct. 2
 
a.
AI-17899
Discussion and possible action to accept a declaration of public purpose pursuant to Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of chargers (Power Banks) for the benefit of the children of Webb County and community of Pct 2; and any other matters incident thereto. 
 
Issue: The Commissioner Pct. 2 Department requests authorization to purchase chargers (Power Banks) for school events that is necessary for the benefit of the children of Webb County and community of Pct. 2. 
 
Solution: Authorization by the Commissioners Court is necessary to approve said purchase.
 
Result: Authorizing the purchase of these items will better serve the children of Webb County and community of Pct 2.
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8.
 
Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge
 
a.
AI-17903
Discussion and possible action to accept a declaration of public purpose pursuant to Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of the Rotating Pill Organizer, Twist and Chill Fan, and Clear Cross-Body Bags for the benefit of public entities, non-profit organizations and the community of Webb County; and any other matters incident thereto. 
 
Issue: The Webb County Judge's Department requests authorization to purchase Rotating Pill Organizers, Twist and Chill Fans, and Clear Cross-Body Bags. 
 
Solution: Authorization by the Commissioners Court is necessary to approve said purchase.
 
Result: Authorizing the purchase of these items will better serve the community of Webb County.
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9.
 
Commissioners Court
 
a.
AI-17868
Discussion and possible action to, at Texas Department of Transportation’s request, enter into Advance Funding Agreement Amendment #1 with the Texas Department of Transportation to terminate AFA CSJ 0922-33-176 for replacement/rehabilitation of the off the State System Bridge at Espejo Gates Rd at Valenzuela Creek due to project inactivity for over thirty-six (36) months and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Requested by TxDOT]
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10.
 
Community Action Agency
 
a.
AI-17840
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 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. This agreement shall be effective from the 1st day of January 2025 for a period not to exceed two years from the effective date. [Account #2362-5360-521 (Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program)]

Retail Energy Provider:
174 Power Global Retail Texas, LLC dba Chariot Energy

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 used for payment of qualifying low-income clients' home energy expenses.
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b.
AI-17847
Discussion and possible action to approve the ratification of the acceptance of Amendment #5 to Contract #58240004040 for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for FY 2024, and authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and, any other matters incident thereto. This is a budget amendment under direct services. This action will not have an impact to the County General Fund. Documentation has been reviewed by Webb County Economic Development Department and is compliant with SPOC policies and procedures.[Account #2362-5360-521]

Issue: TDHCA has awarded CAA a budget amendment under direct services under the CEAP Program.

Solution: Funds from Household Crisis were transferred into Program Expenditures in order to expend the budget.

Result: Webb County CAA Social Services will continue to provide direct services to eligible low-income residents of Webb County under the CEAP Program.
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c.
AI-17860
Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of diapering and menstrual products from the Affiliate Agency Partnership with the Texas Diaper Bank to support the needs of the families in our community for a total not to exceed Fifty-eight Thousand Dollars ($58,000.00); and any matters incident thereto. [Diaper Resource Center Program Account #2363-5150-521-461000 (Materials & Supplies)]

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: Court authorization for the purchase of diapering and menstrual products through the grant awarded by the Moody Foundation. 

Result: Community Action Agency (CAA) will be able to establish a diaper resource center to provide additional services to the struggling individuals of Webb County.
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d.
AI-17865
Discussion and possible action to approve the acceptance of Amendment #2 to Contract #61250004368 for the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for program year 2025. This amendment is a grant increase in the amount of One Thousand Five Hundred Fourteen Dollars ($1,514.00). This action will not have an impact to the County General Fund. Documentation has been reviewed by Webb County Economic Development Department and is compliant with SPOC policies and procedures. [Account #2368-5170-521 (Grant Revenue)] 

Issue: TDHCA has awarded CAA a grant increase under the CSBG Program in the amount of $1,514.00.

Solution: The Court approval of CSBG Amendment #3 will benefit both operations and administrative expenses.

Result: Webb County CAA Social Services will continue to provide direct services to eligible low-income residents of Webb County under the CSBG Program.
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e.
AI-17866
Discussion and possible action to accept Amendment No. 22 for the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Contract #000158100) for the fiscal Year 2025-2026. This amendment is a grant increase in the amount of TWENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS AND TWENTY CENTS ($25,000.20) for a total Budget of $628,525.70 and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. This action will not have an impact to the General Fund. Documentation has been reviewed and is compliant with SPOC policies and procedures. [Grant Account #2371-5150-521-330300]

Issue: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (Region 11, HHS Contract No 000158100) is an ongoing amendment that is ratified every year.  The contract is amended to establish the fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget by adding funding in the amount of $25,000.20 for a total budget of $628,525.70 for home-delivered meals.
 
Solution: The discussion and possible action is to accept Amendment #21 with the current HHSC contract to provide Home-Delivered Meals to the elderly, home-bound residents of Webb County.
 
Result: The HHSC contract will provide an estimated 97,295 Home Delivered Meals from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2026.
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11.
 
Honorable Roberto "Bobby" Quintana, JP Pct. 2, Place 1
 
a.
AI-17892
Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of (8) Cisco IP Phone 8851 - VOP phone with Cisco Smart Net Total Care-extended service agreement in the amount not to exceed $3,500 and to further authorize the funding source from the Technology fund under Article 102.0173 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. [Account #2009-2160-001-460105 (Minor tools & Apparatus)]

Issue: We currently have 16 Cisco IP Phones with over 10 years of use, which are malfunctioning. For example, there is white noise, which makes it hard to hear callers.  After this purchase, we will only need to replace eight more phones, which could wait until next physical year. 

Solution: With the approval of the Commissioner's Court, we would be able to proceed with this necessary purchase.

Result: These technological tools enable us to provide quality service.
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12.
 
Honorable Jose "Pepe" Salinas, Justice of the Peace Pct. 4
 
a.
AI-17879
Discussion and possible of action to authorize the purchase of computer hardware/software to include 2 computers and software for the office of Constable Precinct 4. Pursuant to Article 102.0173 of the Texas Criminal Traffic Judicial Code of Criminal Procedure and in accordance with Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program in an amount not to exceed $4,138.66; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2009-2180-001-460105 (Court Technology Fund-JP PCT.4 (Minor Tools & Apparatus)]
 
Issue: The Webb County Purchasing Policy and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure requires the Commissioners Court to authorize the use of funds from the Technology Fund. Subject to approval by the Commissioners Court, this fund may be used to assist a Constable Office with technology enhancements for operational use.
 
Solution: Consideration to authorize the purchase of allowable technology items in an amount not to exceed the projected budget listed in the subject area utilizing cooperative vendors.

Result: If approved, proceed with approved items and initiate the request to purchase the requested items for Constable Pct. 4 Office utilizing funds designed under JP 4 Technology Fund.
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13.
 
Honorable Esther Degollado, District Clerk
 
a.
AI-17872
Discussion and possible action to approve the Webb County Jury Selection Plan update in accordance with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act with an effective date of July 2, 2025.

Issue: Jury plan needs to be updated to comply with provision from the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.

Solution: Recommendation to Commissioners Court for approval and to be adopted.

Result: Jury Plan will be up-to-date.
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Attachments:
 
14.
 
Economic Development
 
a.
AI-17841
Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application for a foundation grant in the amount estimated at TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($10,000.00) as prepared, written, and submitted by the CAA grant writer in collaboration with CAA management and submitted to the Alice Kleberg Reynolds Foundation for the purchase of food items for the food pantry to be located at the Webb County CAA Headquarters at 111 Camino Nuevo Road; 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: The Webb County Community Action Agency (WCCAA) was recently approved by the South Texas Food Bank as a food pantry site in order to serve the residents of Webb County, including the low-income, historically underserved but rapidly growing area where the WCCAA headquarters is located.

Solution: Proposed grant application will allow the WCCAA to help alleviate hunger and food insecurity for individuals and families residing in Webb County, Texas.

Result: The families and individuals experiencing hunger and food insecurity in Webb County, including those residing along Highway 359, will now have an additional resource to assist them in overcoming their struggles.
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b.
AI-17844
Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a grant award from the H-E-B My Community Investment Grant Foundation in the amount of THIRTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($30,000.00) as prepared, written, and submitted by the CAA grant writer in collaboration with CAA management for the CAA Meals on Wheels Program; 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 for additional services/expanded capacity to serve more impoverished elderly and/or disabled residents of Webb County.

Solution: Supplemental grant award will allow expanded capacity for additional home deliveries of hot, nutritious meals to elderly and/or disabled residents of Webb County, Texas.

Result: CAA’s Meals on Wheels Program will be able to provide additional services.
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c.
AI-17867
Discussion and possible action to submit FY 2025-2026 STATE Application STATE-R-2025-WEBB CO-00079 from Webb County Community Action Agency to the State of Texas through IGX (TxDOT website) in the amount of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-FIVE THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY-THREE DOLLARS ($285,243.00) acting through Texas Department of Transportation wherein Webb County El Aguila Rural Transit will be applying by meeting desire deadlines. All required documentation has been submitted to the Economic Development Department for review and was found to be compliant with the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) policy. [Requested by Community Action Agency]

Issue: Rural Public Transportation is a grant-funded agency.
 
Solution: Through the approval of the Commissioners Court to submit the STATE application Webb County, will allow the department to receive funds.
 
Result: Approval of STATE contract application submission will ensure the continuation of transportation services to the rural areas of Webb County.
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15.
 
Engineering
 
a.
AI-17875
Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order No. 4, additional days, for Quantcorp Construction LLC., for ARPA Project No. 0002-Southern Fire Station. The Contract Sum will not be increased by this Change Order; and authorize the Webb County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [No Impact to the account]
 
Issue: The following items have impacted the progress of the project: AEP Texas power connection (15 days), and other approved changes: chain link gates at the generator area, water treatment system, shelves for the pantry area, wheel stops at the canopy area and fire lane additions (15 days), the General Contractor requests that the current substantial completion date to 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 July 9, 2025, to August 9, 2025.
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Attachments:
 
b.
AI-17887
Discussion and possible action to approve Change Order No. 1 Additional Days for Midas Contractors, LLC., for ARPA Project No. 0008-Webb County Community Action Agency Administration, Social Services & Meals on Wheels Project. The Contract Sum will not be increased by this Change Order; and authorize the Webb County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [No impact to the account]
 
Issue: The following items have impacted the progress of the project:
  • Install furr wall to cover rough finish due to demolition of tile.
  • Cut and cap a 6” water line that was found (not in plans) during the excavation of a storm drain line.
  • Installation of carpet as requested by CAA in the Manager’s office.
  • Ice maker relocation requested by CAA.

Some of the listed items and other items are due to relocation and/or demolition due to remodeling. These and other items may be found on the attached documents. The completion date will 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 September 21, 2025 to October 21, 2025.
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16.
 
Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
 
a.
AI-17851
Discussion and possible action to approve the transfer of employees within the following slots with salary changes and approve the filling of the vacant Slot# subject upon the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Performance Standard guidelines:
Slot #2036 becomes vacant 7/31/25.
 
  Slot# Title Hourly Rate
From: 2524 Early Head Start Child Care Partnership
Family Service Worker/AA		 $20.64
To: 2036 Head Start Family Service Worker/AA $21.27
       
To Fill: 2524 Early Head Start Child Care Partnership
Family Service Worker/AA		 $20.64
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b.
AI-17850
Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following slots:
 
Slot # Title Hourly Rate Pay Periods
979/ 2032/ 3002/ 3029 Substitute $11.94 20
1104/ 2048/ 2912 Part-Time Classroom Aide $11.94 20
1842 Teacher / AA $20.14 20
1042 Teacher Assistant / ISD / CDA $13.87 21
2964 Office Clerk $16.24 26
2556 Early Head Start Teacher $15.43-$15.86 26
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17.
 
Information Technology
 
a.
AI-17871
Discussion and possible action to authorize Webb County to enter into a Five (5) year pricing schedule agreement with AT&T for switched Ethernet services, and any other matters incident thereto; and have the County Judge sign any relevant documents. [Accounts #1001-1130-001-441805 (General Operating), #7200-7050-001-441001 (Rio Bravo), #2021-6360-521-441001 (Self-Help) and #2357-5200-531-441001 (Head Start)]
 
Issue: Webb County is no longer under contract with AT&T for our Fiber ASE.
 
Solution: Approve the schedule agreement.
 
Result: Webb County will have a new pricing schedule for future connections.
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18.
 
Planning & Physical Development
 
a.
AI-17845
Discussion and possible action to grant Preliminary and Final Plat Approval to a replat of 0.8024 acres out of Tract 72, Unit V, Rancho Penitas West Subdivision into Tract 72-B, Unit V as described in Vol. 5467, Pg. 774 of the Webb County Deed Records (ID 14266).
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19.
 
Public Defender
 
a.
AI-17843
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 July 14, 2025:
 
Slot # Title Salary
 
2086 Supervising Attorney 25/N-W ($90,105.60 - $100,776.00)

Issue: Slot #2086 became vacant on July 10, 2025. This slot may be filled from within, thus creating a vacant attorney slot.

Solution: Request is being made to post and fill the vacant Supervising Attorney slot (2086), and to post and fill any remaining vacant slots created by promoting from within.

Result: This action will allow our department to promote from within, fill any remaining vacant slots, and allow our department to continue to function efficiently and effectively.
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Attachments:
 
20.
 
Purchasing
 
a.
AI-17846
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.
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21.
 
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
 
a.
AI-17861
Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of one (1) MX908-C Handheld Mass Spectrometer Chemical Detection Systems, with a one (1) year warranty and support for a total not to exceed $70,686.25 from Farrwest (BuyBoard Contract #769-25) to be utilized by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office 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 #2748-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay – Operation Lone Star)]

Issue: Our nation is in the middle of a fentanyl epidemic where even a traffic stop can result in fentanyl poisoning for an officer.  Banned substances need to be identified quickly, safely, and accurately to save lives and protect deputies.

Solution: Funding from the Operation Lone Star Grant for FY 2025 was awarded to Webb County for the purchase of a Handheld Mass Spectrometer Chemical Detection System for Gas/Vapor for the safety of Webb County law enforcement Officers. 

Result: Proceed with the order of the approved purchase under the Operation Lone Star Grant. No impact to the General Fund.
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b.
AI-17863
Discussion and possible action to approve the purchase of one (1) 2025 Ford F250, Police Package truck from Dana Safety Supply for the amount not to exceed $84,971.33. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 271.101 and 271.102, Subchapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Programs, TIPS Contract #240102, and authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2748-3010-001-470000 (Operation Lone Star Capital Outlay]

Issue: F-250 Unit is funded for purchase through Operation Lone Star, awarded to the Webb County Sheriff's Office.

Solution: Approval of purchase from Commissioners Court.

Result: Approved Purchase order will be forwarded to Dana Safety Supply for official purchase.
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c.
AI-17898
Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to secure formal competitive bids/proposals for the renovation of flooring for the recreational room at the Webb County Jail and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-4070-001-470000 (General Fund-Sheriff Jail - Administration - Capital Outlay)]
 
Issue: The Webb County Jail’s Fourth Floor Recreation Area is in need of a comprehensive renovation.
 
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to seek cooperative pricing and/or formal competitive bids for the specifications required to install a durable, industrial-grade flooring system and wall coating that can address the existing structural and cosmetic deficiencies. The adopted FY 2025 budget for the Webb County Jail Division has surplus funds under capital outlay.    
 
Result: If approved, the Purchasing Agent will proceed with the solicitation of this project and return for final approval for award by the Webb County Commissioners Court with approval to execute contract with awarded vendor.
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22.
 
Honorable Patricia Barrera, Tax-Assessor- Collector
 
a.
AI-17891
Discussion and possible action to confirm the designation of Patricia A. Barrera, Tax Assessor-Collector, to calculate the no-new-revenue (NNR) tax rate and the voter-approval tax rate for the taxing entity, as per Senate Bill 2 – Texas Property Tax Reform and Transparency Act of 2019 (Tax Code Section 26.04), and any other matters incident thereto.
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23.
 
Water Utilities
 
a.
AI-17856
Discussion and possible action to approve a sixty (60) month computer hardware, software support service & maintenance agreement between Webb County and Pitney Bowes, for the Webb County Water Utilities Department postal billing system, from July 14, 2025, through July 13, 2029, at the quarterly rate of $2,747.37; subject to annual budgetary appropriations and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1320-001-4430-035 (Repairs & Maintenance of Equipment)]
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24.
 
Line Item Transfers
 
a.
AI-17842
Discussion and possible action to ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the Law Library Funds. [Requested by Rafael Perez, Auditor]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 2024-259700 Fund Balance   $35,000.00    
To: 2027-2320-001-461009 Pro Se Legal Assistance $50,000.00 $35,000.00 $920.02 $35,920.02

Issue: There is insufficient budget in the pro se litigant legal assistance account to cover the resource attorney vouchers for the remainder of the fiscal year.

Solution: Transfer funds to pay the resource attorney vouchers.

Result: There will be sufficient funds to pay the resource attorney vouchers for the remaining months of the fiscal year.
View Agenda Item
 
b.
AI-17854
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund. [Requested by Rafael Pena, I.T. Director]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 1001-1280-001-443000-110 Repairs & Maint. Software $1,487,000 $75,000 $102,137 $27,137
To: 1001-1280-001-460105-020 Minor Tools & Apparatus SW & HW $252,000 $75,000 $4,804 $79,804

Issue: Equipment/Software needed for Webb County.

Solution: Authorize transfer of funds.

Result: Necessary equipment and software will be facilitated.
View Agenda Item
 
c.
AI-17869
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within Water Utilities fund. [Requested by Water Utilities Department]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 7200-7080-001-443000-035 Repairs & Maint Equipment $125,280.00 $6,000.00 $65,580.52 $59,580.52
             
To: 7200-7080-001-460105 Minor Tools & Apparatus $9,000.00 $3,000.00 $338.39 $3,338.39
  7200-7080-001-456105 Licenses & Permits $9,350.00 $3,000.00 $1,234.22 $4,234.22
        $6,000.00    

Issue: The funds available in these accounts will not cover costs needed for the end of the budget year. 

Solution: Approve line item transfer.

Result: Accounts will have sufficient funds to allow necessary expenses and permits needed for the department.
View Agenda Item
 
d.
AI-17878
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the Employee Health Fund. [Requested by Risk Management]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 6100-1090-001-432056-020 Administration Fees $603,305.00 $142,000.00 $269,369.23 $127,369.23
             
To: 6100-1090-001-452015-005 Plan Premiums Vision Aetna $122,00.00 $12,000.00 $23,131.49 $35,131.49
  6100-1090-001-432056-025 Administrative Fees $1,522,846.00 $130,000.00 $302,586.04 $432,586.04
        $142,000.00    

Issue: Budget line-item transfer is needed to cover the remainder of the 2025 fiscal year expenses. 

Solution: Approve line-item transfer to fund adequately the accounts mentioned above for the remainder of the fiscal year. 

Result: Approval of line-item transfer will result in having funds available for upcoming invoices.
View Agenda Item
 
e.
AI-17881
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General Fund. [Requested by Risk Management]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 1001-1180-001-452001-010 Insurance, Other Bonds & Insurance $35,000.00 $10,000.00 $27,707.00 $17,707.00
To: 1001-1180-001-461001 Loss Control Program $5,000.00 $10,000.00 $691.97 $10,691.17

Issue: Risk Management has identified a need for additional Automated External Defibrillator (AED) machines and replacement batteries, as existing units are outdated. Furthermore, fire blankets are currently lacking in key areas where they may be critical during fire-related emergencies.

Solution: Approve line-item transfer to allocate funding for the purchase of new AED machines, replacement batteries, and fire blankets. This action will ensure that proper emergency equipment is available and accessible.

Result:This investment will enhance the County’s emergency preparedness and reduce risks and liabilities. Ensuring the availability of up-to-date safety equipment supports a proactive approach to risk management and reinforces the County’s commitment to public and employee safety.
View Agenda Item
 
f.
AI-17885
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund. [Requested by Fire Marshal]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 1001-3130-001-464005 Books & Subscriptions $3,000.00 $1,442.32 $2,442.32 $1,000.00
To: 1001-3130-001-456305 Uniforms $3,000.00 $1,442.32 $329.89 $1,772.21

Issue: Transfer of funds is required to cover estimated forecasted expenditures in the Uniform account, and New Inspector needs uniforms, respectively. 

Solution: Approval of line item transfer to cover forecasted and possible unforeseen expenses.

Result: Line items will have sufficient funds and Fire Marshal's department operations will continue uninterrupted.
View Agenda Item
 
g.
AI-17888
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund. [Requested by Margie Ibarra, County Clerk]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 1001-2310-001-444500 Equipment Rental $2,500.00 $1,000.00 $1,263.22 $263.22
To: 1001-2310-001-461000 Materials & Supplies  $18,000.00 $1,000.00 $2,746.71 $3,746.71

Issue: There are insufficient funds to complete the fiscal year.  

Solution: To transfer money into materials & supplies to purchase supplies needed.

Result: Approval of line item transfer will result in having funding available to purchase materials & supplies. 
View Agenda Item
 
h.
AI-17884
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within County Clerk Archive Funds: There will be no impact on the General Fund. [Requested by Margie R. Ibarra, County Clerk]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 2003-2310 Fund Balance    $1,000.00    
To: 2003-2310-001-410000 Payroll Cost  $46,269.00 $1,000.00 $11,498.12 $12,498.12

Issue: Shortage of funds for payroll for the remainder of the fiscal year based on current forecasts.  

Solution: To seek authorization to transfer funds into payroll cost account to cover employee salary.

Result: To ensure adequate funding for the remainder of the current fiscal year’s payroll.
View Agenda Item
 
i.
AI-17886
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within County Clerk Records Management Fund: There will be no impact on the General Fund. [Requested by Margie R. Ibarra, County Clerk]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 2006-2310 Fund Balance   $1,200.00    
To: 2006-2310-001-41000 Payroll  $59,958.00 $1,200.00 $14,904.08 $16,104.08

Issue: Shortage of funds for payroll for the remainder of the fiscal year based on current forecasts.  

Solution: To seek authorization to transfer funds into payroll cost account to cover employee salary.

Result: To ensure adequate funding for the remainder of the current fiscal year’s payroll.
View Agenda Item
 
j.
AI-17894
Discussion and possible action to rafity, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund. [Requested by Road & Bridge Department]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 1001-1120-001-462605 Fuel & Lubricants $30,000 $17,000 $19,691.61 $19,691.61
To: 1001-1120-001-443000-025 Repair & Maint. Fuel Pumps $10,000 $17,000 $17,483.16 $17,483.16

Issue: Need additional funding to replace fuel station spill buckets as required by TCEQ. 

Solution: Transfer funds as indicated above. 

Result: Fuel station spill buckets will be replaced, and the R&B fuel station will be in compliance with TCEQ regulations.
View Agenda Item
Attachments:
 
k.
AI-17896
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund. [Requested by Fire Marshal]
 
  Acct. Number Acct. Name Adopted Request Current End Bal.
From: 1001-3130-001-464010  Dues & Memberships $3,300 $1,000 $2,245.00 $1,245.00
To: 1001-3130-001-441010 Cell Phone Cost $5,000 $1,000 $1,281.66 $2,281.66

Issue: Discussion and possible action to approve the following line item transfer to cover cell phone costs:

Solution: The transferred monies will be used to cover the cell phone cost

Result: The transferred monies will be used to cover the cell phone costs.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve Consent Agenda

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Purchasing Agent, Mr. Joe Lopez advised the court he would like to include the backup for Item #20a.
Amended motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to include backup for Item #20a in Consent Agenda
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina read Item #14b where he recognized the representatives from HEB for awarding the CAA with a grant to benefit the CAA Meals on Wheels Program. Mr. Guillermo Walls, Director of CAA, spoke briefly and expressed his gratitude for the help provided by HEB for the residents of Webb County.
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney
 
25.
AI-17858
Discussion and possible action to approve a one-time exception to the operational order and approve an hourly rate of $48.08 for a temporary part-time employee in the District Attorney’s Office from July through December 31, 2025, and any other matters incident thereto. The operational general order states that pay for part-time employees cannot exceed $15.00/hour unless specific approval is authorized by the Commissioners Court. [Account #1001-2260-001-412000 (Part-Time Account)]

Issue: The District Attorney’s Office is requesting to hire a temporary part-time employee to move our current System Analyst. He is scheduled to resign on August 22, 2025. The proposed hourly rate of $48.08 is necessary to retain the current System Analyst so he can train the new System Analyst. This position bares critical system operational responsibilities.
 
Solution: Seek Commissioners Court approval to authorize a temporary exception to the $15.00/hour cap, allowing the District Attorney's Office to offer $48.08/hour for the training and onboarding of a temporary part-time employee.
 
Result: This action will ensure continuity of operations within the District Attorney’s Office by allowing sufficient time for training and knowledge transfer prior to the resignation of the System Analyst, without disruption to departmental functions.
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Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
Casa Blanca Golf Course
 
26.
AI-17862
Discussion and possible action to enter into a Sixty (60) Month (July 14, 2025 through July 13, 29, 2030) Lease Agreement between Huntington National Bank (“Lessor”) and Webb County (“Lessee”) for the financing and rental of 80 2025 E-Z GO RXV ELITE Golf Carts for the Golf Course Department at a per month rental cost of Ten Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars Fifty-Three Cents ($10,595.53) for a total amount of Six Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Seven Hundred Thirty-One Dollars Eighty Cents ($635,731.80) over the term of the Agreement, subject to annual budget appropriation, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any matters incident thereto. [Accounts #7100-9050-001-483003-360 (Capital Lease 2025 TCF 80 EZ Go Carts) and #7100-9050-001-483037-360 (Lease Interest 2025 TCF 80 EZ Go Carts)]
 
Issue: The Casa Blanca Golf Course is in need of newer golf carts for their customers. Webb County has the need and the opportunity to replace the entire fleet of golf carts with eighty (80) new ones.
 
Solution: Authorize the execution of a sixty (60) month lease with Huntington National Bank who is financing the rental of the eight (80) golf carts.
 
Result: The Golf Course Department will have enough carts to facilitate the growth and demand of increased rounds of golf at Casa Blanca, which will better serve the golfing community.
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Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to table items #26 and #27

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Attachments:
 
27.
AI-17864
Discussion and possible action to enter into a Sixty (60) Month (July 14, 2025 through July 13, 29, 2030) Lease Agreement between Huntington National Bank (“Lessor”) and Webb County (“Lessee”) for the financing and rental of a 2025 Cushman Hauler Pro Elite for the Golf Course Department at a per month rental cost of Three Hundred Ninety-Six Dollars Ninety-Two Cents ($396.92) for a total amount of Twenty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Fifteen Dollars Twenty Cents ($23,815.20) over the term of the Agreement, subject to annual budget appropriation, and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any matters incident thereto. [Accounts #7100-9050-001-483003-365 (Capital Lease 2025 Cushman Hauler Pro Elite) and Account #7100-9050-001-483037-365 (Lease Interest 2025 Cushman Hauler Pro Elite)]
 
Issue: The Casa Blanca Golf Course is in need of a utility vehicle designed for heavy-duty tasks involving hauling equipment and tools to transporting personnel.
 
Solution: Authorize the execution of a sixty (60) month lease with Huntington National Bank who is financing the rental of the Cushman Hauler.
 
Result: The Golf Course Department will allow Casa Blanca Golf Course personnel to be able to haul work equipment and tools throughout the golf course.
View Agenda Item
Attachments:
 
Economic Development
 
28.
AI-17880
Discussion and possible action to ratify and authorize the Economic Development Department to develop and submit a Fiscal Year 2024 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant application to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for up to $3,300,000.00, and authorizing the County Judge to act as the Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's request for funding. The purpose of the application is to supplement the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department with a minimum of twelve (12) frontline firefighters. This application requires a cash match of 25% for each of Years 1 and 2, and 65% for Year 3, for a total cash match of up to $1,250,182.39.  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 Fire Suppression & EMS Services]

Issue: As the Webb County Volunteer Fire Department expands to insure the safety of Webb County residents, so does the demand for paid, certified, frontline firefighting personnel.
 
Solution: The acquisition of grant funds will offset Webb County personnel expenses for a three-year period.
 
Result: A healthy budgetary outlook for Webb County and the volunteer fire department.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 

Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to bring up Item #47

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
Honorable Tano E. Tijerina, Webb County Judge
 
47.
AI-17870
Discussion and possible action to proclaim the week of July 28 - August 1, 2025 as "Probation, Parole, and Community Supervision Week”.
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Alyson A. Martinez, Director of CSCD, spoke briefly about the everyday dedication of the probation officers and staff and expressed her gratitude to the court for the recognition being received. 
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina, read a proclamation and proclaimed the week of July 28 - August 1, 2025 as "Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week".
 
Human Resources
 
29.
AI-17839
Discussion and possible action to adopt the FY 2025 Voluntary Separation Incentive Program Application Form and criteria for FY 2026 and authorize County staff to initiate the Voluntary Separation Incentive Plan for County employees who meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the Program Application Form, provide for a one-time 30% lump sum payment based on the current fiscal year base salary excluding stipends or supplemental pay as outlined in detail in the adopted Voluntary Separation Incentive Program Application Form with an application submission deadline to be determined; and any other matters incident thereto.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Human Resources, Monica Flores stated to the court the submission deadline will be set for August 29, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Amended motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve employees qualified to retire to submit applications by September 30, 2025, and extend the deadline date for certain employees to reach their anniversary date first
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
Civil Legal Division
 
30.
AI-17848
Discussion and possible action to enter into a one year (September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025) Interlocal Agreement with the United Independent School District (“UISD”) for juvenile court coordinators salaries for the Justice of the Peace Court Precinct 2, Place 1, in the amount of Seventeen Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Six Dollars ($17,966.00) being the County’s Share and Twenty-Six Thousand Thirty-Two Dollars ($26,032.00) being the County’ share for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 for a total salary amount for both Justice of the Peace Precincts being FORTY-THREE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED NINETY EIGHT DOLLARS ($43,998.00), authorizing the County Judge to execute the Agreement, and any other matters incident thereto. [Requested by Judge Quintana, JP Pct, 2, Pl. 1 and Judge Salinas, JP Pct. 4; Juvenile Case Manager Fund: J.P. Pct. 4 J. Salinas #2014-2180-001-432001 and J.P. Pct. 2 Pl. 1 R. Quintana #2014-2160-001-432001 (Professional Services)]


 
Issue: Webb County Justices of the Peace Courts provide truancy court for juveniles referred to their Courts by school districts for violation of compulsory state attendance laws.  The Justices of the Peace require the presence of school district Attendance Officers in order to enforce these school compulsory attendance laws.  These Attendance Officers, who assist the Justices of the Peace in providing court coordination of the truancy court docket, require their services be compensated (salary). 
 
Solution: UISD and Webb County each pay ½ the salaries of Attendance Officers acting as Justice Court Coordinators overseeing the truancy court docket.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to bring back item at a future meeting

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Attachments:
 
31.
AI-17855
Discussion and possible action to pay UISD for salaries owed to its Attendance Officers for services rendered by them for school year 2023-2024 (September 1st through August 31st), whereby said attendance officers acted as juvenile court coordinators for the Justice of the Peace Court Precinct 2, Place 1, in the amount of Seventeen Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-Six Dollars ($17,966.00) that being the County’s salary share and Twenty-Six Thousand Thirty-Two Dollars ($26,032.00) being the County’ salary share for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 for a total salary amount for both Justice of the Peace Precincts being FORTY-THREE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED EIGHT DOLLARS ($43,998.00), and authorizing the County Judge to direct the County Treasurer to disburse said amounts to UISD, and any other matter incident thereto. [Requested by Judge Quintana (J.P. Pct. 2, Pl. 1) and Judge Salinas (J.P. Pct. 4); Juvenile Case Manager Fund: J.P. Pct. 4 J. Salinas #2014-2180-001-432001 and J.P. Pct. 2 Pl. 1 R. Quintana #2014-2160-001-432001 (Professional Services)]
 
Issue: Webb County Justices of the Peace Courts provide truancy court for juveniles referred to their Courts by school districts for violation of compulsory state attendance laws.  The Justices of the Peace require the presence of school district Attendance Officers in order to enforce these school compulsory attendance laws.  These Attendance Officers, who assist the Justices of the Peace in providing court coordination of the truancy court docket, require their services be compensated (salary). 
 
Solution: UISD and Webb County each pay ½ the salaries of Attendance Officers acting as Justice Court Coordinators overseeing the truancy court docket.
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No motion was made for this item.
 
Engineer
 
32.
AI-17876
Discussion and possible action to approve the use of Contingency Allowance No. 3 as stipulated under §4.3 (allowances) under the construction agreement between Webb County and Quantcorp Construction LLC., in an amount not to exceed $24,618.25 for ARPA Project No. 0002 - Webb County Southern Fire Station and to further authorize the Webb County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2703-5205-001-474501-101 (Construction in Progress-Southern Fire Station)]

Issue: Quantum Construction proposes to use a contingency allowance needed for the following additional items: caliche-material, steel bollards w/chain, pantry shelves, water treatment system and installation, chain link fence gates and caliche pad for the generator.

Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of $24,618.25 from the owner's contingency allowance funds.

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.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Attachments:
 
33.
AI-17882
Discussion and possible action to approve a Three (3) year extension of the existing three-year Professional Services Contract-Engineering Consulting with GDJ Engineering, LLC., (September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2025) concerning consultant work involving county infrastructure projects as well as assisting the county in identifying funding opportunities involving the City of Laredo & Webb County Metropolitan Planning Organization (“MPO”) and the Texas Department of Transportation (“TXDOT”) to the term from September 2, 2025 through August 31, 2028; pursuant to a “Work Authorization” subject to approval by the Webb County Commissioners Court and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents . 
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Attachments:
 
34.
AI-17883
Discussion and possible action to approve Contingency Allowance No. 2 as stipulated under §4.3 (allowances) under the construction agreement between Webb County and Quantcorp Construction LLC., in an amount not to exceed $41,380.00 for ARPA Project No. 0008 - Webb County Community Action Agency Administration, Social Services & Meals on Wheels Project for additional items as requested by CAA Administration or needed due to the demolition and/or remodeling; and to further authorize the Webb County Judge to sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2703-5205-001-474501-106 (Construction in Progress-Meals on Wheels Facility)

Issue: The funds in the amount of $41,380.00 are needed to fund the following:
  • Install furr wall to cover rough finish due to demolition of tile.
  • Cut and cap a 6” water line that was found (not in plans) during the excavation of a storm drain line.
  • Installation of carpet as requested by CAA in the Manager’s office.
  • Ice maker relocation requested by CAA.

Some of the listed items and other items are due to relocation and / or demolition due to remodeling. These and other items may be found on the attached documents.

Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of the Contingency Allowance
 
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.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Engineering Project Manager, Mr. Mario Santos III, advised the court of a correction on the contractor's name. The contractor's name should be changed from Quantcorp Construction LLC to Midas Contractors LLC.
Amended motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to include correction
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
Attachments:
 
Planning
PUBLIC HEARING
 

Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to open Public Hearing

Vote: 3 - 0 Motion Carried

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (OUT OF THE COURTROOM)
 
35.
AI-17853
Public hearing in accordance with Section 251.013(d) of the Texas Transportation Code to consider public comments for the proposed renaming of a portion of Wormser Rd. 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 any other matters incident thereto.
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina asked if anyone was for or against three times.
 
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
 
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Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to close Public Hearing

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
36.
AI-17849
Discussion and possible action to rename a portion of the Wormser Rd. realignment to Lomas Del Sur Rd. by Order.  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.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve by order

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Attachments:
 
Purchasing
 
37.
AI-17873
Discussion and possible action to terminate the Independent Contractor Agreement between Webb County and Rhodes Research for the Audio/Video Conferencing Technology Upgrades to the Juvenile Detention Center Courtroom and to further authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue a formal request for proposal for the re-solicitation of this project and any other matters incident thereto. 

Issue: On September 25, 2023, RFP 2023-012 "Hybrid Audio/Video System for Juvenile Detention Center" was awarded to Rhodes Research. This project has a contractual completion timeline of 140 calendar days after the date of contract execution.  The contractor did not initiate the installation phase and has exceeded the contractual timeline to complete the project.  
  
Solution: Consideration to terminate contract for non-compliance of contractual timeline completion deadline and authorize the Purchasing agent to re-solicit this project to secure formal proposals with pricing for Court's review and approval.     

Result: If approved, the contractor will receive a formal notice of termination.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
38.
AI-17874
Discussion and possible action to terminate the Independent Contractor Agreement between Webb County and Rhodes Research for the Audio/Video Conferencing Technology Upgrades to the Child Support Courtroom and to further authorize the Purchasing Agent to issue a formal request for proposal for the re-solicitation of this project and any other matters incident thereto. 

Issue: On September 25, 2023, RFP 2023-011 "Hybrid Audio/Video System for Child Support Court" was awarded to Rhodes Research.  This project has a contractual completion timeline of 140 calendar days after the date of contract execution.  The contractor did not initiate the installation phase and has exceeded the contractual timeline to complete the project.  
  
Solution: Consideration to terminate contract for non-compliance of contractual timeline completion deadline and authorize the Purchasing agent to re-solicit this project to secure formal proposals with pricing for Court's review and approval.     

Result: If approved, the contractor will receive a formal notice of termination.
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Amended motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve Item #38
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
39.
AI-17889
Discussion and possible action to ratify the publication of Invitation to Bid 2025-013 "Construction Material Purchase - Estrella Road Project" for the purchase of 1,080 tons of Hot-mix Asphalt TY-D grade 76-22 and 1,730 gallons of prime oil MC-30 to be used for the paving of Estrella Road located in Webb County pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Sub-Chapter C. (Competitive Bidding in General), Section 262.021 (County Purchasing Act) and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: Webb County approved a developer participation agreement with AFW/East Laredo in order to authorize the purchase of construction material to expedite the construction of a section of Estrella County road which provides access to the Phoenix Village Subdivision being developed by AFW/East Laredo.  

Solution: Webb County will provide the road construction material requested and developer of subdivision will make the improvements agreed to on County road known as Estrella road.  In order to meet construction deadlines, the public advertisement for bids was initiated to start the process of securing formal bids for the Court's consideration.  

Result: If approved, the Commissioners Court will authorize the ratification of public advertisement for bids for this approved project.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
40.
AI-17890
Discussion and possible action to award Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2025-013 "Construction Material Purchase - Estrella Road Project" to the lowest responsible bidder in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Sub-Chapter C. (Competitive Bidding in General), Section 262.021 (County Purchasing Act) and any other matters incident thereto. 

Issue: Webb County approved a developer participation agreement with AFW/East Laredo in order to authorize the purchase of construction road material for the construction of a section of Estrella County road which provides access to the Phoenix Village Subdivision being developed by AFW/East Laredo.  

Solution: Consideration to authorize the award to the lowest responsible bidder as presented by the Webb County Purchasing Agent.  Webb County will provide the road construction material requested and developer of subdivision will make the improvements agreed to on County road known as Estrella road.  

Result: If approved, the purchase of construction material required for the construction of Estrella Road will be initiated by the Purchasing Agent contingent upon funding allocation for the awarded sum.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
41.
AI-17897
Discussion and possible action to authorize a change order to Purchase Order No. 2024-7266 for Elk Creek Trailers, LLC. in an amount not to exceed $15,000.00 ($5,000.00 increase per portable restroom trailer) for three (3) out of the four (4) - 11 Station Portable Restroom Trailers 28’x8’ and to further authorize the transfer of funds from Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (General Fund-General Operating Exp-Administration-Capital Outlay) to Account #2031-1010-001-470000 (Webb County Fairgrounds-Commissioners Court-Administration-Capital Outlay) and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2031-1010-001-470000 (Webb County Fairgrounds Commissioners Court Administration Capital Outlay)] 
 
Issue: Elk Creek is requesting an increase of $5,000.00 per trailer pending production (3 out of the 4) due to significant increases in cost to steel, AC units, and other key components.  As per vendor, some of the material has been ordered but the key components to build the units are pending due to recent spikes in material. 
 
Solution: Consideration to authorize the change order as requested by the vendor. 
 
Result: If approved, the Purchasing Agent will initiate the change order to the Purchase Order, so the vendor can complete the remaining units pending production.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to reject item in order to proceed discussing with legal

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
Risk Management
 
42.
AI-17902
Discussion and possible action to approve by Order $3,510,000 budget amendment (line item transfer) from the General Fund and budget amendments for the additional funding sources within the County Employees Benefit Fund budget for $1,029,000 for adopted revenues over adopted expenditures; and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: The County Employees Benefit Fund is expected to incur related health cost for FY 2025 fiscal year for third party administration, medical claims, prescriptions and dental.

Solution: Additional funding will be from capital projects being postponed to next year budget cycle, operational reserve and payroll savings being utilized to cover the County employee's health benefits projected year end cost.

Result: The additional funding sources will ensure all the health benefits for employees are addressed timely within the fiscal year.
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Liz Bebo, representative for HUB International, spoke on the health benefits provided by Webb County, including the increase in a variety of health claims, procedures and medication currently affecting the budget for the county health plan. 
 
Commissioners Court Administrator
 
43.
AI-17857
Discussion and possible action to accept the Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) in an amount not to exceed Four Million Five Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars Seventy-Six Cents ($4,564,662.76) regarding the Contract with Stoddard Enterprise, LLC, Construction Manager at Risk, for the Veterans Building Rehabilitation and Preservation Project, with a substantial completion contract time of Three Hundred Sixty-Five (365) calendar days from the issuance of the “Notice to Proceed”, authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto.  [Account #2703-1250-001-474501-108 (Construction in Progress Veteran’s Building Rehabilitation and Preservation Project)]
 
Issue: On January 13, 2025, the Commissioners Court approved a Contract with Stoddard Enterprise, LLC (“CMAR”) to undertake the rehabilitation and preservation of the Veterans Building (“Project”) contingent on approval of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) for the project.
 
Solution: At the May 27, 2025, the Court accepted the Guaranteed Maximum Price on the Project, but there was no timeline to complete the Project. If the Court accepts the Guaranteed Maximum Price, Stoddard Enterprise, LLC will be contractually bound to undertake the Project and substantially complete the Project within Three Hundred Sixty-Five Days (365) calendar days after the issuance of the “Notice to Proceed.”   
 
Result: Acceptance of the GMP and substantial completion timeline will allow the CMAR to do the rehabilitation and preservation work of the Veterans Building within one calendar year.
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County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina read item.
 

Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to bring up Item #42

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Attachments:
 
Risk Management
 
42.
 
Discussion and possible action to approve by Order $3,510,000 budget amendment (line item transfer) from the General Fund and budget amendments for the additional funding sources within the County Employees Benefit Fund budget for $1,029,000 for adopted revenues over adopted expenditures; and any other matters incident thereto.

Issue: The County Employees Benefit Fund is expected to incur related health cost for FY 2025 fiscal year for third party administration, medical claims, prescriptions and dental.

Solution: Additional funding will be from capital projects being postponed to next year budget cycle, operational reserve and payroll savings being utilized to cover the County employee's health benefits projected year end cost.

Result: The additional funding sources will ensure all the health benefits for employees are addressed timely within the fiscal year.
 

Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve amount of $3.5 million

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
43.
 
Discussion and possible action to accept the Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) in an amount not to exceed Four Million Five Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars Seventy-Six Cents ($4,564,662.76) regarding the Contract with Stoddard Enterprise, LLC, Construction Manager at Risk, for the Veterans Building Rehabilitation and Preservation Project, with a substantial completion contract time of Three Hundred Sixty-Five (365) calendar days from the issuance of the “Notice to Proceed”, authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2703-1250-001-474501-108 (Construction in Progress Veteran’s Building Rehabilitation and Preservation Project)]

Issue: On January 13, 2025, the Commissioners Court approved a Contract with Stoddard Enterprise, LLC (“CMAR”) to undertake the rehabilitation and preservation of the Veterans Building (“Project”) contingent on approval of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) for the project.

Solution: At the May 27, 2025, the Court accepted the Guaranteed Maximum Price on the Project, but there was no timeline to complete the Project. If the Court accepts the Guaranteed Maximum Price, Stoddard Enterprise, LLC will be contractually bound to undertake the Project and substantially complete the Project within Three Hundred Sixty-Five Days (365) calendar days after the issuance of the “Notice to Proceed.”

Result: Acceptance of the GMP and substantial completion timeline will allow the CMAR to do the rehabilitation and preservation work of the Veterans Building within one calendar year.
 

Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
44.
AI-17893
Discussion and possible action, by Resolution, to approve the recommendation from the Board of Directors of the Legacy Municipal Management District (“LMMD”) for the appointment of Brett Barnes to serve as successor to Board Director Position No. 2 for the LMMD, pursuant to Chapter 4008 of the Texas Special District and Local Laws Code; and any other matters incident thereto.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
Attachments:
 
45.
AI-17900
Discussion and possible action to consider Construction Manager at Risk (Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Inc.) Guaranteed Maximum Price for Package 1, Phase 2 (includes but is not limited to Site work, Utilities and Drainage) for the Webb County Fairgrounds Project at a cost of Twenty Million Nine Hundred Seventy Thousand Eleven Dollars and Thirty-five cents ($20,970,011.35) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Funding Source: Account #3901-7230-001-474501 (Construction in Progress)]

Issue: Commissioners Court approved a Contract with Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Inc. (“CMAR”) to undertake the construction of a rodeo arena and multi-purposae exhibition hall with parking (“Project”) contingent on approval of a Guaranteed Maximum Price (“GMP”) for the project.
 
Solution: If the Court accepts the Guaranteed Maximum Price, Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Inc.will be contractually bound to undertake the Project and substantially complete the Project.   
 
Result: Acceptance of the GMP will allow for the CMAR to do the work.
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Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
46.
AI-17901
Discussion and possible action to enter into an architectural services agreement (AIA - B101 B10–2017, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect) with Steven Land Tillotson Architect, PLLC for Plans, Specifications, Estimates and Construction Administration services for the Webb County Courthouse Rehabilitation Project in the amount of Six Hundred Eighty-five Thousand Dollars ($685,000) and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents. [Funding Source: Professional Services]
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Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo to approve

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)
 
48.
 
Communications
Communications were made by County Judge and Commissioners.
 
49.
 
Adjourn
 

Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to adjourn

Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously

Other:
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez (ABSENT)