Official Minutes for Webb County
Commissioners Court Meeting
Monday, SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Commissioners Court Meeting
Monday, SEPTEMBER 8, 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 2nd day of August 20. 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 2nd day of August 20. 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
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to excuse Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (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 8/22/2025 - 9/4/2025 that included the Recap of Checks, EFT's, and the payments released by general order.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
County Treasurer, Raul Reyes presented the Payment Ratifications.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
County Treasurer, Raul Reyes presented the Liability Disbursements of the County payroll for the pay period of 08/8/2025 - 08/21/2025, as well as the Casa Blanca Golf Course payroll from prior date of 09/05/2025 and the estimated payroll for the future pay period of 9/19/2025. Casa Blanca revenue for period of 08/18/2025 to 08/31/2025 was presented as well.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez not to exceed $45,000.00 for the estimated future Casa Blanca payroll
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Human Resources Director, Monica Flores presented the Wage and Pay Scale Budget Amendments Report.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
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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.
Drug Court Program
a.
AI-18110
Discussion and possible action to continue paying grant-funded personnel under the Office of the Governor, Grant No. 4448103, FY25 Specialty Court Program, Ninety (90) days, until official notification of the grant continuation award is received from the Criminal Justice Division (CJD) and Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office. All personnel costs will be reimbursed with grant funds. [Account 2710-1020-001-41000 (Payroll)]
Issue: Current grant funding expired August 31, 2025. The Adult Drug Court Specialty Program. The Adult Drug Court Specialty Program has not received notice of award for grant renewal, Grant No. 4448104.
Solution: Grant a 90-day payroll extension for personnel working under the grant.
Result: the Drug Court will continue to provide services without interruption.
Issue: Current grant funding expired August 31, 2025. The Adult Drug Court Specialty Program. The Adult Drug Court Specialty Program has not received notice of award for grant renewal, Grant No. 4448104.
Solution: Grant a 90-day payroll extension for personnel working under the grant.
Result: the Drug Court will continue to provide services without interruption.
Attachments:
6.
Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk
a.
AI-18144
Discussion and possible action to enter into a one-year (September 10, 2025 through September 9, 2026) contract extension with NEUMO F/K/A GovOS to extend the current Public Records Management Software License and Service Agreement in an amount not to exceed Seventy-Two Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Dollars ($72,450.00) with further action to transfer funds from Accounts #1001-1280-001-460105, #1001-1280-001-460105-020, #1001-1280-001-461000, #1001-1280-001-443000-030, #1001-1280-001-443000-035, #1001-1280-001-444500, #1001-1280-001-432001, #1001-1280-001-470000 to Account #1001-1280-001-443000-110, authorizing the County Judge to execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1280-001-443000-110]
Issue: The current Public Records Management Software and License Agreement is set to expire September 9, 2025.
Solution: The Commissioners Court approval of a one-year contract extension will allow the Webb County Clerk to continue to efficiently manage its public record system.
Result: The Webb County Clerk will be able to use its public records management system under an extended software management license from NEUMO F/K/A GovOS.
Issue: The current Public Records Management Software and License Agreement is set to expire September 9, 2025.
Solution: The Commissioners Court approval of a one-year contract extension will allow the Webb County Clerk to continue to efficiently manage its public record system.
Result: The Webb County Clerk will be able to use its public records management system under an extended software management license from NEUMO F/K/A GovOS.
Attachments:
7.
Honorable Isidro Alaniz, District Attorney
a.
AI-18125
Discussion and possible action to authorize the acceptance of a Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) grant award in the amount of $49,500 for the salaries and applicable fringe benefits for the Crime Victim Advocate and as prepared, written, and submitted by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office Grant Writer; and authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. This grant does not require any type of 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.
Issue: Victims of violent crime suffer significant financial duress, emotional trauma, and physical injuries. While the State of Texas has set up a system to compensate these victims for their expenses and financial losses due to death, disabling injuries, and emotional trauma utilizing collected court costs from convicted offenders, the victims often must navigate the complex state compensation system and extensively document their benefit eligibility while still under emotional and physical distress.
Solution: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office grant funded Crime Victim Advocate will offer critical support, facilitate/expedite filling out detailed paperwork, provide needed guidance through the bureaucratic process, and deliver outreach/education to the local community.
Result: Victims of violent crime in Webb County, including victims from special populations, such as children, youth, rural, colonia, monolingual, and elderly populations, will be provided with direct victim services, training, and outreach/education.
Issue: Victims of violent crime suffer significant financial duress, emotional trauma, and physical injuries. While the State of Texas has set up a system to compensate these victims for their expenses and financial losses due to death, disabling injuries, and emotional trauma utilizing collected court costs from convicted offenders, the victims often must navigate the complex state compensation system and extensively document their benefit eligibility while still under emotional and physical distress.
Solution: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office grant funded Crime Victim Advocate will offer critical support, facilitate/expedite filling out detailed paperwork, provide needed guidance through the bureaucratic process, and deliver outreach/education to the local community.
Result: Victims of violent crime in Webb County, including victims from special populations, such as children, youth, rural, colonia, monolingual, and elderly populations, will be provided with direct victim services, training, and outreach/education.
Attachments:
8.
Economic Development
a.
AI-18111
Discussion and possible action to authorize the submission of a grant application for supplemental meal delivery services to elderly and/or disabled homebound residents of Webb County in the amount estimated at $30,000 as prepared, written, and submitted by the CAA grant writer in collaboration with the Meals on Wheel Program Manager and CAA management to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) for FY 2026 Texans Feeding Texans: Home-Delivered Meals (HDM) Grant Program and designating the Webb County Judge as the authorized official to execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. There will be no additional County Match needed. 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; Grant Fund #2370]
Issue: There is a need for additional services/expanded capacity to serve more impoverished elderly and/or disabled residents of Webb County.
Solution: Proposed supplemental grant application 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.
Issue: There is a need for additional services/expanded capacity to serve more impoverished elderly and/or disabled residents of Webb County.
Solution: Proposed supplemental grant application 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.
b.
AI-18133
Discussion and possible action to approve the submission of a continuation Rural Law Enforcement Grant (Texas Senate Bill 22) application in the amount estimated at $275,000 to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts as developed, written, and submitted by the District Attorney’s Office for salary/fringe benefits; This grant does not require any cash match. [Requested by Honorable Isidro R. Alaniz, District Attorney; Fund #2717]
Issue: District Attorney’s Offices all over Texas are having a hard time retaining and hiring employees due to the competitive salaries in the private sector and other government agencies.
Solution: Use the amount if awarded to pay higher salaries and be able to retain employees
Result: This will allow the District Attorney’s Office to retain and recruit talented employees.
Issue: District Attorney’s Offices all over Texas are having a hard time retaining and hiring employees due to the competitive salaries in the private sector and other government agencies.
Solution: Use the amount if awarded to pay higher salaries and be able to retain employees
Result: This will allow the District Attorney’s Office to retain and recruit talented employees.
c.
AI-18149
Discussion and possible action to request a contract extension until December 11, 2025, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Rural Development (RD) for the Rio Bravo Street Improvements Project in order to complete project closeout, and further authorizing the Webb County Judge to execute all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. This amendment 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.
Issue: The contract with USDA-RD expires on September 12, 2025.
Solution: Amend the contract with USDA-RD contract for an additional 90 days.
Result: The project will be successfully closed out within the active performance period.
Issue: The contract with USDA-RD expires on September 12, 2025.
Solution: Amend the contract with USDA-RD contract for an additional 90 days.
Result: The project will be successfully closed out within the active performance period.
d.
AI-18146
Discussion and possible action to approve Budget Amendment No. 2 for ARPANGO-0012 Laredo-Webb Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. DBA NeighborWorks Laredo, a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) to ensure expenditure of all contract funds is requesting a total of $9,215.48 of their award be transferred withing existing line item as indicated, and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters thereto. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation complies with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures. There is no impact on the general fund. ARPANGO-0012.
Issue: Budget Amendment #1 transferred out monies from line-time "Foundation" in order to align with the actual bid allocation. Neighborworks received credit for the project and testing fees were less than budgeted.
Solution: Amend the budget to align with the current bid allocation.
Result: All expenditures will be expended accordingly.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | ||
| From: | 2703-5205-006-463701-135 | Testing Fees | $14,997.33 | $5,342.33 | $5,342.33 | $0.00 | |
| 2703-5205-006-463701-135 | Credit | $0.00 | $3,873.15 | $3,87315 | 0.00 | ||
| $9,215.48 | |||||||
| To: |
|
Foundation | $0.00 | $9,215.48 | $0.00 | $3,873.15 |
Issue: Budget Amendment #1 transferred out monies from line-time "Foundation" in order to align with the actual bid allocation. Neighborworks received credit for the project and testing fees were less than budgeted.
Solution: Amend the budget to align with the current bid allocation.
Result: All expenditures will be expended accordingly.
9.
Engineering
a.
AI-18147
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 $2,118.19 for the purchase of Retrofit drains for the 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 Zurn RD2150 retrofit drains originally scheduled for use at the (9) existing primary drain locations do not have the appropriate length tail-piece. These will be returned with a credit after restocking charges.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of $2,118.19 from the owner's contingency allowance funds to purchase (9) 6”dia. OMG Hercules RetroDrain with custom tail-piece length. (additional information is available upon request).
Result: If approved, the Contractor will be authorized to use the owner's contingency amount as approved by Commissioners Court. This Contingency Allowance Authorization does not increase or decrease the original contract sum.
Issue: The Zurn RD2150 retrofit drains originally scheduled for use at the (9) existing primary drain locations do not have the appropriate length tail-piece. These will be returned with a credit after restocking charges.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the use of $2,118.19 from the owner's contingency allowance funds to purchase (9) 6”dia. OMG Hercules RetroDrain with custom tail-piece length. (additional information is available upon request).
Result: If approved, the Contractor will be authorized to use the owner's contingency amount as approved by Commissioners Court. This Contingency Allowance Authorization does not increase or decrease the original contract sum.
Attachments:
b.
AI-18139
Discussion and possible action to enter into a preliminary Engineering Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for the construction of two At-grade crossings at the proposed Web County Vallecillo Loop Extension Roadway Project, in the amount of $50,000.00; and have the County Judge sign any relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-432001 (Professional Service-General Fund)]
Issue: The Vallecillo Roadway Project will affect the railroad’s track, right of way, or operations at or near the project area more particularly described on Exhibit A.
Solution: This agreement will allow Union Pacific to move forward with using their internal engineering forces to design the At-grade crossings. We have completed coordination with them and are moving forward with the design of the roadway.
Result: Union Pacific Railroad agrees to collaborate on the conceptualization and development of the Project in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement and any Federal regulations.
Issue: The Vallecillo Roadway Project will affect the railroad’s track, right of way, or operations at or near the project area more particularly described on Exhibit A.
Solution: This agreement will allow Union Pacific to move forward with using their internal engineering forces to design the At-grade crossings. We have completed coordination with them and are moving forward with the design of the roadway.
Result: Union Pacific Railroad agrees to collaborate on the conceptualization and development of the Project in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement and any Federal regulations.
c.
AI-18148
Discussion and possible action to approve Material Testing with Howland Engineering and Surveying Co., for the Las Lomas Road Project. in an amount not to exceed $15,940.00. These construction material testing services are based on construction plans by , GDJ Engineering; and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to execute any relevant documents. [Account #1001-1130-001-470000 (General Fund-Capital Outlay)]
Issue: Material Testing is being requested from Project Engineer for this project. As per approved RFQ 2022-011 On-Call Material Testing Services for County Projects" as approved by Commissioner Court on October 11, 2022.
Solution: Company will provide flex base and hot mix testing and laboratory evaluation of soils. Field testing and laboratory observation.
Result: Approval of agenda item so that Las Lomas Road Project may continue.
Issue: Material Testing is being requested from Project Engineer for this project. As per approved RFQ 2022-011 On-Call Material Testing Services for County Projects" as approved by Commissioner Court on October 11, 2022.
Solution: Company will provide flex base and hot mix testing and laboratory evaluation of soils. Field testing and laboratory observation.
Result: Approval of agenda item so that Las Lomas Road Project may continue.
10.
Head Start
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
Disclaimer: All Head Start monies are 100% Federal funds
a.
AI-18159
Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slots:
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate | Pay Periods |
| 1434/ 4104, 4105 | Substitute | $12.30 | 20 |
| 1642 | Teacher Assistant / AA | $16.13 | 20 |
| 988 | Teacher /BA | $20.74 | 20 |
Attachments:
11.
Planning & Physical Development
a.
AI-18092
Discussion and possible action to grant Preliminary and Final Plat Approval to Las Haciendas East 59 Subdivision Plat being 203.17 acres, more or less, out of a 2,000 acre tract of land in Abstract 2475, Survey 1988 as described in Vol. 551, Pgs. 360-363 of the Webb County Deed Records.
Attachments:
b.
AI-18107
Discussion and possible action to enter into a one (1) year Technical Support and Software Maintenance Renewal agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) under Texas Direct Contract #DIR-CPO-4699 commencing October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, to provide software maintenance support for the Geographic Information System (GIS) Mapping and 911 software utilized by the Webb County Planning Department at a cost of TEN THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED, FORTY SIX DOLLARS AND SIXTY-FOUR CENTS ($10,546.64), and authorizing the County Judge to sign and execute all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2007-7020-001-457004]
12.
Public Health Services
a.
AI-18134
Discussion and possible action to accept a declaration of public purpose pursuant to Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of furniture and supplies and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The Public Health Services Department requests authorization to purchase items necessary to furnish the new South Health Facility.
Solution: Authorization by the Commissioners Court is necessary to purchase furniture and supplies.
Result: Authorizing the purchase of furniture and supplies will allow the Public Health Services Department to furnish the new building.
Issue: The Public Health Services Department requests authorization to purchase items necessary to furnish the new South Health Facility.
Solution: Authorization by the Commissioners Court is necessary to purchase furniture and supplies.
Result: Authorizing the purchase of furniture and supplies will allow the Public Health Services Department to furnish the new building.
13.
Purchasing
a.
AI-18102
Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to process surplus and/or salvage property in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152 (Disposition) and to publish notice to the public as per Local Government Code Section 263.153 (Notice) for surplus and/or salvage property being auctioned.
Issue: Excess county property that is either by definition salvage or surplus property because of time, accident, or any other cause such as wear and deterioration, damage, or obsolete that has no value and/or usefulness for the intended purpose and is no longer needed by the department.
Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to attempt to sell the County surplus or salvage property through a public auction, dispose of or destroy property that cannot be sold through a public auction because it has been deemed worthless or disposed of through a recycling program under which property is collected, separated, or processed and returned to use in the form of raw materials of new products and/or donate as permitted by state law.
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 a public auction, dispose of or destroy property that cannot be sold through a public auction because it has been deemed worthless or disposed of through a recycling program under which property is collected, separated, or processed and returned to use in the form of raw materials of new products and/or donate as permitted by state law.
Result: Generate auction revenue from sale of county property, reduce county expenditures by transferring surplus property to other departments.
b.
AI-18136
Discussion and possible action to award the following annual contracts, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026 and to further authorize the Webb County Judge to execute all independent contractor and vendor agreements and any other matters incident thereto.
Bid No. 2026-01 Auto Parts:
Amazon Business, Gonzalez Auto Parts, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Rotex Truck Center Inc., Sames Ford Motor Co., Sames Laredo Chevrolet, Toro Motors LLC, XL Parts LLC
Bid No. 2026-03 Electrical Supplies:
CED Laredo, Amazon Business, Crawford Electric Supply, Elliot, Electric Supply, Graybar, South Texas Specialties
Bid No. 2026-05 Road Construction Materials
Anderson Columbia, Emperor Services LLC, Flecha Materials Inc., Martin Asphalt Company, Vulcan Construction Materials LLC
Bid No. 2026-06 Janitorial Supplies:
Amazon Business, Central Poly-Bag Corp., Dr. Ike’s, Dutch Glo Chemical Co., Executive Office Supply, Interboro Packaging Corp., Patria Office Supply, Pyramid Paper Company, Quill LLC, Sam Tell & Son Inc., South Texas Specialties, Texchem Corp., Unipak Corp.
Bid No. 2026-08 Milk, Bread, Tortillas & Meat:
Ben E. Keith, BimLay LLC, Flowers Baking Co. of San Antonio, Hiland Dairy Foods LLC, Oak Farms / Hygeia Dairy, Hillcrest Tortillas Inc., Performance Food Group, Tortillas Santos LLC, R.C. Food Service and Produce Inc.
Bid No. 2026-10 Office Supplies:
Amazon Business, 3-C Technology LLC, Coast to Coast Computer Products, Coastal Office Solutions, Discount School Supply, Executive Office Supply, Lakeshore Learning Materials LLC, Mix n More Inc., Patria Office Supply, Quill LLC, Really Good Stuff LLC
Bid No. 2026-12 Pharmaceutical Supplies:
Diamond Pharmacy Services, IHS Pharmacy
Bid No. 2026-13 Processed Foods:
Ben E. Keith Foods, Labatt Food Service, Performance Food Group, Quill LLC, RC Food Services & Produce
Bid No. 2026-14 Produce:
Ben E. Keith Foods, Performance Food Group, RC Food Services & Produce
Bid No. 2026–15 Uniforms (Civilian Personnel Only):
Al & Rob Sales, Bordova Outfitters LLC, Concept Uniform Co., D Embroidery Corp., GA Advertising, South Texas Specialties, The Sports Center of Laredo, Wicked Stinger Media
Bid No. 2026-16 Water Plant Chemicals:
Brenntag Southwest Inc., Chameleon Industries, Chemrite Inc., Chemtrade Chemicals US LLC, Pencco Inc., PVS-DX, USALCO LC
Issue: The Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure annual contract pricing for the listed products/goods & services.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the annual contracts listed for required purchases of goods/services during the fiscal year-end 2026.
Result: Annual contract pricing is fixed and vendors will provide the products/goods or services when needed by county departments, contingent upon budget availability.
Bid No. 2026-01 Auto Parts:
Amazon Business, Gonzalez Auto Parts, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Rotex Truck Center Inc., Sames Ford Motor Co., Sames Laredo Chevrolet, Toro Motors LLC, XL Parts LLC
Bid No. 2026-03 Electrical Supplies:
CED Laredo, Amazon Business, Crawford Electric Supply, Elliot, Electric Supply, Graybar, South Texas Specialties
Bid No. 2026-05 Road Construction Materials
Anderson Columbia, Emperor Services LLC, Flecha Materials Inc., Martin Asphalt Company, Vulcan Construction Materials LLC
Bid No. 2026-06 Janitorial Supplies:
Amazon Business, Central Poly-Bag Corp., Dr. Ike’s, Dutch Glo Chemical Co., Executive Office Supply, Interboro Packaging Corp., Patria Office Supply, Pyramid Paper Company, Quill LLC, Sam Tell & Son Inc., South Texas Specialties, Texchem Corp., Unipak Corp.
Bid No. 2026-08 Milk, Bread, Tortillas & Meat:
Ben E. Keith, BimLay LLC, Flowers Baking Co. of San Antonio, Hiland Dairy Foods LLC, Oak Farms / Hygeia Dairy, Hillcrest Tortillas Inc., Performance Food Group, Tortillas Santos LLC, R.C. Food Service and Produce Inc.
Bid No. 2026-10 Office Supplies:
Amazon Business, 3-C Technology LLC, Coast to Coast Computer Products, Coastal Office Solutions, Discount School Supply, Executive Office Supply, Lakeshore Learning Materials LLC, Mix n More Inc., Patria Office Supply, Quill LLC, Really Good Stuff LLC
Bid No. 2026-12 Pharmaceutical Supplies:
Diamond Pharmacy Services, IHS Pharmacy
Bid No. 2026-13 Processed Foods:
Ben E. Keith Foods, Labatt Food Service, Performance Food Group, Quill LLC, RC Food Services & Produce
Bid No. 2026-14 Produce:
Ben E. Keith Foods, Performance Food Group, RC Food Services & Produce
Bid No. 2026–15 Uniforms (Civilian Personnel Only):
Al & Rob Sales, Bordova Outfitters LLC, Concept Uniform Co., D Embroidery Corp., GA Advertising, South Texas Specialties, The Sports Center of Laredo, Wicked Stinger Media
Bid No. 2026-16 Water Plant Chemicals:
Brenntag Southwest Inc., Chameleon Industries, Chemrite Inc., Chemtrade Chemicals US LLC, Pencco Inc., PVS-DX, USALCO LC
Issue: The Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure annual contract pricing for the listed products/goods & services.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the annual contracts listed for required purchases of goods/services during the fiscal year-end 2026.
Result: Annual contract pricing is fixed and vendors will provide the products/goods or services when needed by county departments, contingent upon budget availability.
c.
AI-18138
Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise a Competitive Sealed Proposal for the Casa Ortiz Roof Replacement and Restoration Project pursuant to the Texas Government Code; §2269.151 Contracts for Facilities (Competitive Sealed Proposals) and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: On August 12, 2024, Commissioners Court entered into an architectural service contract with Steven L. Tillotson, PPLC for the design, preparation of construction documents and construction administration for the Casa Ortiz Roof Replacement and Restoration project. Final construction documents for the bidding process will be ready from early to mid-October of 2025.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise a formal Competitive Sealed proposal for this project. The issuance of this advertisement will be contingent upon final review of the construction documents submitted to the Texas Historic Commission by Project Architect on behalf of the Owner and Webb County Commissioners Court authorization to advertise and fund the project for the FY 2026 budget year.
Result: If approved, the formal solicitation will be issued this coming October subject to any and all directives authorized by the Commissioners Court.
Issue: On August 12, 2024, Commissioners Court entered into an architectural service contract with Steven L. Tillotson, PPLC for the design, preparation of construction documents and construction administration for the Casa Ortiz Roof Replacement and Restoration project. Final construction documents for the bidding process will be ready from early to mid-October of 2025.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the Purchasing Agent to advertise a formal Competitive Sealed proposal for this project. The issuance of this advertisement will be contingent upon final review of the construction documents submitted to the Texas Historic Commission by Project Architect on behalf of the Owner and Webb County Commissioners Court authorization to advertise and fund the project for the FY 2026 budget year.
Result: If approved, the formal solicitation will be issued this coming October subject to any and all directives authorized by the Commissioners Court.
d.
AI-18152
Discussion and possible action to approve the following annual bid contracts listed below for services effective October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, and to further authorize General Counsel to prepare the annual goods/products and service contracts for signature and execution by the Webb County Judge and any other matters incident thereto.
Bid No. 2026-02 Mechanical & Electrical Repairs for Webb County Vehicles:
Andy’s Auto & Bus Air Inc., Sames Ford Motor Co., Sames Laredo Chevrolet, Toro Motors LLC.
Bid No. 2026-07 Machine Shop Repair:
Laredo Machine Shop
Bid No. 2026-09 Motor Rewinds:
Delta House Electric and Motor Rewind Inc., Ramsa Electromechanic, San Antonio Armatrure Works
Bid No. 2026-11 Outdoor Advertising:
Hachar Media, Lamar Outdoor Advertising
Bid No. 2026-17 Paint & Body Work:
Lozano Body Shop, Mendoza’s Paint & Body Shop, Pete Lozano Garage & Bodyshop, Royal Klassic Collision Center, South Texas Auto Rebuilders
Issue: The Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure annual contract pricing for the listed products/goods & services.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the annual contracts listed for required purchases of services during the fiscal year-end 2026.
Result: Annual contract pricing is fixed and vendors will provide the products/goods or services when needed by county departments, contingent upon budget availability.
Bid No. 2026-02 Mechanical & Electrical Repairs for Webb County Vehicles:
Andy’s Auto & Bus Air Inc., Sames Ford Motor Co., Sames Laredo Chevrolet, Toro Motors LLC.
Bid No. 2026-07 Machine Shop Repair:
Laredo Machine Shop
Bid No. 2026-09 Motor Rewinds:
Delta House Electric and Motor Rewind Inc., Ramsa Electromechanic, San Antonio Armatrure Works
Bid No. 2026-11 Outdoor Advertising:
Hachar Media, Lamar Outdoor Advertising
Bid No. 2026-17 Paint & Body Work:
Lozano Body Shop, Mendoza’s Paint & Body Shop, Pete Lozano Garage & Bodyshop, Royal Klassic Collision Center, South Texas Auto Rebuilders
Issue: The Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the Purchasing Agent to secure annual contract pricing for the listed products/goods & services.
Solution: Consideration to authorize the annual contracts listed for required purchases of services during the fiscal year-end 2026.
Result: Annual contract pricing is fixed and vendors will provide the products/goods or services when needed by county departments, contingent upon budget availability.
14.
Honorable Martin Cuellar, Sheriff
a.
AI-18132
Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of fifteen (15) Axon Taser 10 Bundles with a four (4) year warranty, technical support, training, and software for an amount not to exceed $69,020.10 from Axon Enterprises, Inc. (Buy Board No. 698-23) 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 an any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3010-001-460140 (Firearms and Ammunition)]
Issue: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to equip its officers with less-lethal options, specifically the Taser 10 to minimize the recovery time from chemical agents and to subdue aggressive, violent or combative individuals with the least amount of force necessary. Officers currently use a JPX OC gun which sprays a chemical agent.
Solution: Purchase of the Axon Taser 10 bundles to provide officers with a more accurate, effective, and reliable less-lethal option that will lead to safer outcomes.
Result: Proceed with the order of the approved purchase.
Issue: The Webb County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to equip its officers with less-lethal options, specifically the Taser 10 to minimize the recovery time from chemical agents and to subdue aggressive, violent or combative individuals with the least amount of force necessary. Officers currently use a JPX OC gun which sprays a chemical agent.
Solution: Purchase of the Axon Taser 10 bundles to provide officers with a more accurate, effective, and reliable less-lethal option that will lead to safer outcomes.
Result: Proceed with the order of the approved purchase.
Attachments:
b.
AI-18129
Discussion and possible action to accept a mitigation donation for Cause No. 2024CRH001673-03 from the Notzon Law Firm, as per Local Government Code 81.032 (Acceptance of Donations) for Safe Haven in the amount of Five hundred dollars ($500.00), and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2028-1150-357270 – Donations]
15.
Water Utilities
a.
AI-18169
Discussion and possible action to approve the posting and filling of the following Slot #1307, subject to the availability of payroll funds and any applicable Civil Service guidelines, effective September 8, 2025:
Issue: Position became vacant on September 02, 2025.
Solution: Fill vacant position as soon as possible.
Result: The filling of the position will alleviate work overload created by vacancy and allow for efficiency, effectiveness and production of the work within the Utilities Department.
| Slot # | Title | Hourly Rate |
| 1307 | Water Plant Supervisor | $19.40 - $21.16 17/A-H |
Issue: Position became vacant on September 02, 2025.
Solution: Fill vacant position as soon as possible.
Result: The filling of the position will alleviate work overload created by vacancy and allow for efficiency, effectiveness and production of the work within the Utilities Department.
16.
Line Item Transfers
a.
AI-18155
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General fund. [Requested by Fire Marshal's Department]
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.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-3130-001-460105 | Minor Tools & Apparatus | $15,200 | $4,361.20 | $4,361.20 | $0 |
| To: | 1001-3130-001-461000 | Materials & Supplies | $6000 | $4,361.20 | $194.02 | $4,555.22 |
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.
b.
AI-18109
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) within the General fund. [Requested by Juan Paz, Justice of the Peace, Pct. 1, Place 1]
Issue: Current funds will be insufficient to cover pending items to be received.
Solution: Transfer money to the account to ensure timely payment for all invoices pending.
Result: Adequate funding available to cover all necessary expenses.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-2140-001-458000 | Admin Travel | $4,500.00 | $160.57 | $160.57 | $0.00 |
| 1001-2140-001-456205 | Training & Education | $5,500.00 | $280.88 | $280.88 | $0.00 | |
| 1001-2140-001-4443000-35 | Repairs & Equipment | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $0.00 | |
| $1,441.45 | ||||||
| To: | 1001-2140-001-461000 | Materials & Supplies | $15,000.00 | $1,441.45 | $5,325.57 | $6,767.02 |
Issue: Current funds will be insufficient to cover pending items to be received.
Solution: Transfer money to the account to ensure timely payment for all invoices pending.
Result: Adequate funding available to cover all necessary expenses.
Attachments:
c.
AI-18150
Discussion and possible action to ratify and approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the Cost Recovery fund. [Requested by Esther Degollado, District Clerk]
Issue: Funds are needed to purchase computers and software.
Solution: Transfer of funds.
Result: Funds available to cover purchase of computers and software.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 2015-2290-001-470000 | Capital Outlay | $130,000 | $30,000 | $130,000 | $100,000 |
| To: | 2015-2290-001-460105 | Minor Tools and Apparatus | $10,000 | $30,000 | $10,000 | $40,000 |
Issue: Funds are needed to purchase computers and software.
Solution: Transfer of funds.
Result: Funds available to cover purchase of computers and software.
d.
AI-18143
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) from Building Maintenance Capital Outlay to the Rio Bravo CC Materials & Supplies. [Requested by Commissioners Court]
Issue: Transfer funds to procure items needed by Rio Bravo CC.
Solution: Approve transfer of funds, so that the items can be procured.
Result: Department will be able to pay for items.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-1100-001-470000-001 | Building Maint. - Capital Outlay Non Capitalized Items | $20,000 | $9,750 | $10,250 | $500 |
| To: | 1001-6210-001-461000 | Rio Bravo CC Materials & Supplies | $4,000 | $9,750 | $7,767.16 | $17,517.16 |
Issue: Transfer funds to procure items needed by Rio Bravo CC.
Solution: Approve transfer of funds, so that the items can be procured.
Result: Department will be able to pay for items.
e.
AI-18131
Discussion and possible action to authorize an exception to policy and ratify, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfer) within the General Fund. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Sheriff]
Issue: Funds are needed to pay the electricity bill.
Solution: Transfer of funds to correct account.
Result: Funds will be available to cover the electricity bill.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 1001-3010-001-470000 | Capital Outlay | $500,000 | $14,000 | $122,283.00 | $108,283.00 |
| To: | 1001-3010-001-44205-005 | Utilities Electricity | $100,000 | $14,000 | $(4,552.71) | $9,447.29 |
Issue: Funds are needed to pay the electricity bill.
Solution: Transfer of funds to correct account.
Result: Funds will be available to cover the electricity bill.
f.
AI-18124
Discussion and possible action to approve, by Order, the following budget amendment (line item transfers) for the Webb County Engineering Department. [Requested by Engineering Department]
Issue: With the upcoming move to the FESCO Building for the Engineering Department, there are some items that need to be purchased, such as; janitorial supplies, and other materials and supplies.
Solution: Transfer of funds will facilitate purchases.
Result: Have adequate funds for materials and supplies needed.
| Acct. Number | Acct. Name | Adopted | Request | Current | End Bal. | |
| From: | 2007-1190-001-464010 | Dues & Membership | $3,930 | $2,000 | $3,930 | $1,930 |
| 2007-1190-001-456305 | Uniforms | $5,313 | $2,000 | $4,096 | $2,096 | |
| $4,000 | ||||||
| To: | 2007-1190-001-431000 | Materials & Supplies | $18,972 | $4,000 | $5,226 | $9,226 |
Issue: With the upcoming move to the FESCO Building for the Engineering Department, there are some items that need to be purchased, such as; janitorial supplies, and other materials and supplies.
Solution: Transfer of funds will facilitate purchases.
Result: Have adequate funds for materials and supplies needed.
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina advised the court a correction was needed for Item #10a.
Correction should be read as Substitute Teacher Part-Time instead of Substitute.
Correction should be read as Substitute Teacher Part-Time instead of Substitute.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve Consent Agenda as amended
Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Budget Officer, Mr. Lalo Uribe mentioned to the court that the funding source for Item #6a needed to be changed.
Account number for funding source should be changed from 1001 to 2006.
Account number for funding source should be changed from 1001 to 2006.
Amended motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to reflect account change for Item #6a on Consent Agenda
Attachments:
REGULAR AGENDA
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to open up Public Hearing
Vote: 5 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Budget Officer
PUBLIC HEARING
(9:15 A.M.)
(9:15 A.M.)
17.
AI-18114
Public Hearing to consider the proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.067. At the Conclusion of the Public Hearing, the Commissioners Court shall take action on the proposed budget pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 111.068.
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina asked if anyone was for or against. There was no answer.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
(10:31 A.M.)
Motion by County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Ricardo A. Jaime to close Public Hearing
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina asked if anyone was for or against. There was no answer.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
(10:31 A.M.)
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
The following Elected Officials, Department Heads and Webb County personnel presented their requests regarding the proposed budget.
- Virginia Arranda, Public Defender
- Sabino M. Morales Jr., Constable Pct. 3
- Jorge Calderon, Planning Director
- Rosario Garza, Chief Court Clerk
- Raul Reyes, County Treasurer
- Margie R. Ibarra, County Clerk
- Leanna Garcia, Webb County Constables Association President & Steve Ayala
- Joe Lopez, Purchasing Agent
- Joey Tellez, President of Boys & Girls Club
- Javier Gonzalez, Interim Water Utilities Director
- Jose "Pepe" Salinas, Justice of the Peace Precinct 4
- Victor Villarreal, Judge County Court at Law II
- Selina Mireles, Chid Protection Court Judge
- Nancy Cadena, Director of Public Health Services
- Rolando San Miguel, Constable Pct. 4
- Guadalupe Gomez, Constable Pct. 1
- Alberto Torres, 1848 Director
- Diana Martinez, Tax Office
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to recess Commissioners Court Meeting and open Public Hearing on the Tax Increase
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to close Public Hearing on Tax Increase
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
(Recess 10:38 a.m - 10:58 a.m.)
18.
AI-18115
Discussion and possible action to adopt Commissioners Court Order setting the salaries and allowances of elected county officers in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 152.013 as follows:
| Schedule of Proposed Salaries & Allowances for Webb County Elected Officials |
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| The schedule of proposed salaries and allowances for Elected Officials for FY 2025-2026. Webb County Budget is scheduled for public hearing on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. in the Commissioners Courtroom, 2nd floor located at 1000 Houston Street, Laredo, Texas. | ||||||
| Title | Base salary (est. 2019) | Current Salary | Proposed Increase | New Salary for FY 2025/2026 | Foot Note | Total |
| County Judge** | $117,398.00 | $126,984.00 | $3,174.60 | $130,158.60 | $4,800 | $134,958.60 |
| Commissioner Pct. 1 | $95,731.00 | $104,312.00 | $2,607.80 | $106,919.80 | $106,919.80 | |
| Commissioner Pct. 2 | $95,731.00 | $104,312.00 | $2,607.80 | $106,919.80 | $106,919.80 | |
| Commissioner Pct. 3 | $95,731.00 | $104,312.00 | $2,607.80 | $106,919.80 | $106,919.80 | |
| Commissioner Pct. 4 | $95,731.00 | $99,341.00 | $2,483.53 | $101,824.53 | $101,824.53 | |
| 49th District Court * | $ - | $10,800.00 | $7,000.00 | $17,800.00 | $4,800 | $22,600.00 |
| 111th District Court * | $ - | $13,200.00 | $7,000.00 | $20,200.00 | $4,800 | $25,000.00 |
| 341st District Court * | $ - | $13,200.00 | $7,000.00 | $20,200.00 | $4,800 | $25,000.00 |
| 406th District Court * | $ - | $13,200.00 | $7,000.00 | $20,200.00 | $4,800 | $25,000.00 |
| CCL#1 ** (increase as per TXGC 25.0005) | $ - | $188,594.00 | $40,606.00 | $229,200.00 | $4,800 | $234,000.00 |
| CCL#2 ** (increase as per TXGC 25.0005) | $ - | $188,594.00 | $40,606.00 | $229,200.00 | $4,800 | $234,000.00 |
| JP Pct 1, Pl 1 | $86,000.00 | $92,144.00 | $2,303.60 | $94,447.60 | ||
| JP Pct 1, Pl 2 | $86,000.00 | $98,363.20 | $2,459.08 | $100,822.28 | ||
| JP Pct 2, Pl 1 | $86,000.00 | $98,363.20 | $2,459.08 | $100,822.28 | ||
| JP Pct 2, Pl 2 | $86,000.00 | $98,363.20 | $2,459.08 | $100,822.28 | ||
| JP Pct 3 | $86,000.00 | $98,363.20 | $2,459.08 | $100,822.28 | ||
| JP Pct 4 | $86,000.00 | $98,363.20 | $2,459.08 | $100,822.28 | ||
| Constable Pct 1 | $80,496.00 | $81,473.60 | $2,036.84 | $83,510.44 | $83,510.44 | |
| Constable Pct 2 | $80,496.00 | $89,044.80 | $2,226.12 | $91,270.92 | $91,270.92 | |
| Constable Pct 3 | $80,496.00 | $80,496.00 | $2,012.40 | $82,508.40 | $82,508.40 | |
| Constable Pct 4 | $80,496.00 | $80,496.00 | $2,012.40 | $82,508.40 | $82,508.40 | |
| County Attorney | $144,684.00 | $161,636.80 | $4,040.92 | $165,677.72 | ||
| County Clerk | $100,500.00 | $124,716.80 | $3,117.92 | $127,834.72 | ||
| County Sheriff | $131,000.00 | $141,960.00 | $3,549.00 | $145,509.00 | $145,509.00 | |
| County Treasurer | $99,000.00 | $124,696.00 | $3,117.40 | $127,813.40 | ||
| District Attorney ** & *** | $ - | $57,200.00 | $1,430.00 | $58,630.00 | $38,640 | $97,270.00 |
| District Clerk | $100,500.00 | $124,716.80 | $3,117.92 | $127,834.72 | ||
| Tax Assessor-Collector | $105,500.00 | $112,923.20 | $2,823.08 | $115,746.28 | ||
| **Note: Base salaries were established by the Commissioner’s Court in 2019. The discretionary amounts in each position revert to the base pay once the position is vacated. | ||||||
| Footnote | ||||||
| *Juvenile Board Supplement | $4,800.00 | Increase | $166,776.53 | |||
| **State Supplement | $3,640.00 | Fringe | $46,697.43 | |||
| ***Jail Intake Supplement | $35,000.00 | Total | $213,473.95 | |||
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to bring up Items #32 & #33
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Honorable Margie Ibarra, County Clerk
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to open up Public Hearing
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
32.
AI-18126
OPEN PUBLIC HEARING
Public hearing to consider and discuss the Archival Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 or funding of the automation project and the Records Management Plan for preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk. This plan includes a Records Archive Fee of $10.00 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025, effective September 1, 2019. The fiscal year 2025-2026 include title changes and salary adjustments from both funds. These adjustments do not fall under the County’s Wage Plan as they do not come from the Webb County general fund.
CLOSE PUBLIC HEARING
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina to close Public Hearing
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Gao (ABSENT)
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Gao (ABSENT)
Attachments:
33.
AI-18128
Discussion and possible action to approve the Archival Plan for Fiscal year 2025-2026 for funding of the automation project and the Records Management Plan for preservation services performed by the Webb County Clerk. This plan includes a Records Archive Fee of $10.00 pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 118.025, effective September 1, 2019. The fiscal year 2025-2026 include title changes and salary adjustments from both funds. These adjustments do not fall under the County’s Wage Plan as they do not come from the Webb County general fund.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
41.
Communications
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez read the proclamation, meanwhile County Judge Tano E. Tijerina finished reading proclamation and proclaimed the current month for Child Cancer Awareness Month in Webb County.
Ray Sanchez, Co-Founder and Executive Director for Smiles from Heaven, presented the parents of child cancer survivors and expressed gratitude to the court for their continued support in spreading awareness as well as inviting the court to their new childhood cancer center in Webb County. Lastly, Mr. Sanchez ended his presentation with a prayer for the court.
Ray Sanchez, Co-Founder and Executive Director for Smiles from Heaven, presented the parents of child cancer survivors and expressed gratitude to the court for their continued support in spreading awareness as well as inviting the court to their new childhood cancer center in Webb County. Lastly, Mr. Sanchez ended his presentation with a prayer for the court.
19.
AI-18116
Discussion and possible action to adopt the county budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 pursuant to Chapter 111 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Court may make any modifications to the proposed budget that it considers warranted by law and required by the interest of the taxpayers by majority vote.
Commissioner Court Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford and Budget Officer, Mr. Lalo Uribe presented to the court the Proposed Budget for FY 2025-2026.
Budget Officer, Mr. Lalo Uribe mentioned to the court the recommended change of assigning Ms. Samantha Sanchez as Director for Risk Management and Ms. Monica Flores to remain Director of Human Resources.
Budget Officer, Mr. Lalo Uribe mentioned to the court the recommended change of assigning Ms. Samantha Sanchez as Director for Risk Management and Ms. Monica Flores to remain Director of Human Resources.
Commissioner Court Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford, proposed a 2.5% increase for all employees, directors and Elected Officials.
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina proposed a 5% increase solely for employees and department heads. Elected Officials will remain with the 2.5% increase.
Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina proposed a 5% increase solely for employees and department heads. Elected Officials will remain with the 2.5% increase.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve 5% increase solely for employees and department heads
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina recommended to the court that the 4 positions intended to be reclassified as Court Administrator be changed to a different title other than the one proposed, explaining that Court Administrators only pertain to judges.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to re-title the 3 positions originally proposed to be reclassified as Court Administrator to be changed to an alternative title
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve Judge Victor Villarreals' Court Administrator $5,000.00 raise as well as Judge Selina Mireles request of $220,000.00 to continue funding 2 positions due to the ending of a grant
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve request for the Planning Department reorganization structure by Director Jorge Calderon, as well approving proposal for Public Health Director Nancy Cadena, instead requesting an Administrative Position which will be referred as Slot 5051, releasing Slot 4068 which was originally requested including the $25,000.00 incentive pay
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve new Chief Principal Accountant position for Treasurer Raul Reyes with a total impact of $68,000.00 releasing the part-time position they currently hold back to Building Maintenance, as well as two new positions with an impact of $66,000.00 for County Clerk, Margie R. Ibarra
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve Truancy Officer position requested by JP Pct. 4 Judge Jose "Pepe" Salinas
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve request of reclassification of all employee titles for all Justice of the Peace offices proposed by Commissioner, Pct. 4 Ricardo A. Jaime with a total impact of $33,000.00
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve request by Mr. Joey Tellez, President of the Boys & Girls Club increase Third Party Funding from $12,000.00 to $100,000.00
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve 3 Custodian positions and 2 Clerk positions for Albert Torres, 1848 Director, with suggestion from County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina to a rotation of custodians between 1848 Center and Building Maintenance Dept. as needed
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve new Administrative Clerk position and change in salary for Part-time position to go from $23,000.00 to $25,000.00 with an impact of $15,000.00 for Constable Pct. 4 Rolando San Miguel, as well as an Executive Assistant position for Constable Pct. 1 Guadalupe Gomez
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve 3 new Water Plant Operator positions for Javier Gonzalez, Interim Water Utilities Director
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve reclassification for Administrative Assistant pay grade to reflect 18a instead of 12a for County Treasurer, Raul Reyes
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve request made by Public Defender, Virginia Arranda to provide supplementary pay to attorneys in the amount of $140,000.00 including the creation of a Line Item intended for Incentive Pay
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve 1 new position for Scofflaw Program and 2 teller positions for Tax Assessor Collector, Patricia Barrera
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve new Security Systems Operator position under Slot 14 for Sheriff, Martin Cuellar
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve Software License extension for County Clerk, Margie R. Ibarra
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to appoint Assistant Chief Ramiro Elizondo as new Fire Chief effective October 1, 2025, following the retirement of Chief Ricardo A. Rangel
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve an additional funding of $20,000.00 for a Webb County Book being created by Maria Eugenia Calderon
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve the additional Third Party Funding amount of $75,000.00 for L.I.F.E
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Commissioner Court Administrator, Mr. Leroy Medford, asked the court to give the budget office and administration the authority to go back and make any necessary amendment adjustments as per the court's request.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve the Budget Officers and Auditors to make any other significant changes to the budget
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to adopt county budget for FY 2025-2026
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Show of hands:
Judge Tano E. Tijerina - Aye
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez - Aye
Commissioner Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina - Aye
Commissioner Pct. 4 Ricardo A. Jaime - Aye
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Judge Tano E. Tijerina - Aye
Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez - Aye
Commissioner Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina - Aye
Commissioner Pct. 4 Ricardo A. Jaime - Aye
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Amended motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve county budget for FY 2025-2026 with amended proposals
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other:Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
20.
AI-18117
Discussion and possible action to levy a Tax Rate of $0.382500 per $100 Taxable value by Order, under the provisions of Article VIII, Section 9(a) and 9(b) of the Texas Constitution and Section 26.05 of the Texas Property Code for Tax Year 2025. The rate includes $0.341108 per $100 value for General Fund Maintenance and Operation; $0.024775 per $100 value for General Fund – Debt Service Bonds; $0.016322 for Road and Bridge Fund M&O; $0.000295 for Road & Bridge – Debt Service Bonds.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
21.
AI-18118
Discussion and possible action to itemize and set fees by Order as part of the FY 25-26 budget preparation process for the county’s floodplain management program including but not limited to determinations, development permits, certifications and inspections as prescribed by the provisions of Section 16.324, Texas Water Code. Staff recommends maintaining current fees.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
22.
AI-18119
Discussion and possible action to approve the Budgetary and Fiscal Policy with amendments to the list of restricted accounts; and any other matters incident thereto.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
23.
AI-18120
Discussion and possible action to approve a reimbursement resolution to allow Webb County to reimburse the General Fund for expenditures related to projects; and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue: The County intends to reimburse the expenditures hereunder after the date the original expenditure is paid or the date the project is placed in service.
Solution: This resolution shall evidence the intent of the County to comply with state law and federal income tax law in the issuance of tax-exempt obligations for the project.
Result: Approving resolution will allow Webb County to comply with State and Federal income tax laws.
Issue: The County intends to reimburse the expenditures hereunder after the date the original expenditure is paid or the date the project is placed in service.
Solution: This resolution shall evidence the intent of the County to comply with state law and federal income tax law in the issuance of tax-exempt obligations for the project.
Result: Approving resolution will allow Webb County to comply with State and Federal income tax laws.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
24.
AI-18127
Discussion and possible action to adopt a Capital Improvement Plan for Webb County with several listed projects beginning in fiscal year 2026; and any other matters incident thereto.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
County Judge and Commissioners Court
25.
AI-18121
Discussion and possible action to designate the following meeting dates and times on which the Commissioners Court shall convene in regular term each month during Fiscal Year 2025-2026 pursuant to Section 81.005, Texas Local Government Code. All meetings shall start at 9:00 a.m. The Court may convene on any other day as deemed necessary and as authorized by law. Commissioners Court may at its discretion, re-schedule meeting dates and times if necessary.
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
October 27, 2025
November 10, 2025
November 24, 2025
December 8, 2025
January 12, 2026
January 26, 2026
February 9, 2026
February 23, 2026
March 9, 2026
March 23, 2026
April 13, 2026
April 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
May 11, 2026
May 26, 2026 (Tuesday)
June 8, 2026
June 22, 2026
July 13, 2026
July 27, 2026
August 10, 2026
August 24, 2026
September 8, 2026* (Tuesday)
September 14, 2026
September 21, 2026*
September 28, 2026
*Meeting for budget adoption purposes if needed.
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
October 27, 2025
November 10, 2025
November 24, 2025
December 8, 2025
January 12, 2026
January 26, 2026
February 9, 2026
February 23, 2026
March 9, 2026
March 23, 2026
April 13, 2026
April 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
May 11, 2026
May 26, 2026 (Tuesday)
June 8, 2026
June 22, 2026
July 13, 2026
July 27, 2026
August 10, 2026
August 24, 2026
September 8, 2026* (Tuesday)
September 14, 2026
September 21, 2026*
September 28, 2026
*Meeting for budget adoption purposes if needed.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
26.
AI-18122
Discussion and possible action to approve the proposed holiday schedule for Fiscal Year 2025-2026; and any other matters incident thereto.
*Four (4) Personal Holidays will be approved for this fiscal year
| Columbus Day | October 13, 2025 (Monday) |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2025 (Tuesday) |
| Thanksgiving Holiday | November 27 & 28, 2025 (Thursday & Friday) |
| Christmas Holiday | December 24 & 25, 2025 (Wednesday & Thursday) |
| New Year's Holiday | December 31, 2025 & January 1, 2026 (Wednesday & Thursday) |
| Martin Luther King Day | January 19, 2026 (Monday) |
| Presidents Day | February 16, 2026 (Monday) |
| Easter Holiday | April 3 & 6, 2026 (Friday & Monday) |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 (Monday) |
| Juneteenth Day | June 19, 2026 (Friday) |
| Independence Day | July 3, 2026 (Friday) |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 (Monday) |
*Four (4) Personal Holidays will be approved for this fiscal year
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
27.
AI-18123
Discussion and possible action to approve the FY 2025 County Voluntary Separation Program contracts signed by 24 county employees, including pending contracts, for a total payout amount up to $467,313.60 with additional action to authorize a budget amendment from the Operational Reserve (Account #1001-1130-001-431007-010) to cover the difference to pay out the eligible employees; and authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1130-001-431007-015 (Operational Reserve Wage Classification Study and Payroll Savings)]
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Auditor
28.
AI-18158
Discussion and possible to adopt by Order, to increase the minimum fund balance from fifteen percent to twenty-five percent for the County Comprehensive Fund Balance Policy.
Issue: The County’s Fund Balance Policy was previously updated on November 26, 2018 with the minimum fund balance at fifteen percent.
Solution: The County is required to disclose within the County annual audit the compliance with Governmental Accounting Standard Board issued Statement No. 54 for the Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definition.
Result: Adopt by Order the revised minimum fund balance percentage for reporting purposes.
Issue: The County’s Fund Balance Policy was previously updated on November 26, 2018 with the minimum fund balance at fifteen percent.
Solution: The County is required to disclose within the County annual audit the compliance with Governmental Accounting Standard Board issued Statement No. 54 for the Fund Balance Reporting and Governmental Fund Type Definition.
Result: Adopt by Order the revised minimum fund balance percentage for reporting purposes.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
Purchasing
29.
AI-18137
Discussion and possible action to accept the rankings and award Competitive Sealed Proposal (CSP) 2025-006 1848 Restaurant & Pavilion Renovation Project to the highest-ranking offeror for the renovations to the Webb County 1848 Fairgrounds located at 7128 E. Saunders St., Laredo, Tx. and to further authorize the County Judge to sign all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #3901-7230-001-474501 (Fairgrounds Project Series 2020)]
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the formal solicitation of competitive sealed proposals for the renovations to the Webb County 1848 Fairgrounds. Qualified proposals meeting all the requirements were submitted to the evaluation committee for scoring.
Solution: Consideration to award to the best value proposal presented by the Purchasing Agent and as recommended by the Evaluation committee.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the construction contract for execution by the County Judge as directed by the Webb County Commissioners Court.
Issue: Commissioners Court authorized the formal solicitation of competitive sealed proposals for the renovations to the Webb County 1848 Fairgrounds. Qualified proposals meeting all the requirements were submitted to the evaluation committee for scoring.
Solution: Consideration to award to the best value proposal presented by the Purchasing Agent and as recommended by the Evaluation committee.
Result: If approved, General Counsel will prepare the construction contract for execution by the County Judge as directed by the Webb County Commissioners Court.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina to approve with correction to base bid amount
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
30.
AI-18154
Discussion and possible action to accept the rankings and award Request for Proposals (RFP) 2025-003 Property & Casualty Insurance to the highest-ranking firm(s) to include, but not limited to, property, liability and worker's compensation insurance protection to also include Third Party Administration services and to further authorize General Counsel to negotiate terms, conditions and associated fees for the awarded contracted services and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-1180-001-452012 (Property Casualty Casualty Premium); #1001-1180-001-432059 (3rd Party Administration); #6200-1090-001-432059 (3rd Party Administration); #6200-1090-001-452013 (Worker Compensation Premium)]
Issue: At its February 10, 2025, meeting, the Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the advertisement for Request for Proposal for property and casualty insurance and TPA services pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.030 (Alternative Competitive Proposal Procedures for Certain Goods and Services) (d). The current property and casualty insurance coverage is scheduled to expire on September 30, 2025.
Solution: Consideration to award to the highest-ranking firm(s) as presented by Webb County's property and casualty insurance consultant, the evaluation committee and the Webb County Purchasing Agent.
Result: If approved, the General Counsel and designated county officials along with the consultant will negotiate terms, conditions and associated fees for final approval by Webb County Commissioners Court.
Issue: At its February 10, 2025, meeting, the Webb County Commissioners Court authorized the advertisement for Request for Proposal for property and casualty insurance and TPA services pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.030 (Alternative Competitive Proposal Procedures for Certain Goods and Services) (d). The current property and casualty insurance coverage is scheduled to expire on September 30, 2025.
Solution: Consideration to award to the highest-ranking firm(s) as presented by Webb County's property and casualty insurance consultant, the evaluation committee and the Webb County Purchasing Agent.
Result: If approved, the General Counsel and designated county officials along with the consultant will negotiate terms, conditions and associated fees for final approval by Webb County Commissioners Court.
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. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
Risk Management
31.
AI-18157
Discussion and possible action to confirm the approval of the following employee benefit items as adopted by the Commissioner’s Court on August 25, 2025, to be effective January 1, 2026; and any matters incident thereto.
Issue: The County’s medical and dental premiums, including employer contributions, may require adjustments to ensure that funding levels align with employee needs and program sustainability.
Solution: Confirm the August 25, 2025, approvals for medical increases in the base plan by 20%-40% and the CDHP plan by a $1-15% increase, a $5 increase on the employee-only dental base plan and an 8% increase on all other dental tiers. Increase the county contribution to the Health Savings Account (HSA) from $600 to $900, increase employer contributions from $840.62 to $1,475.00 per employee per month and increase dental employer contributions from $25 to $27.07 per employee per month, and the implementation of the CVS weight management program. In addition, increase the individual Stop-Loss deductible from $225,000 up to $250,000.
Result: Ensure that Webb County maintains adequate funding levels for employee medical and dental plans, support employees with enhanced contributions, and provides access to additional health and wellness programs.
| 2026 Medical Insurance Bi-weekly Deductions |
| Medical Insurance Employee Bi-weekly Deductions |
| 2025 Rate Base Plan | 2026 Rate Base Plan | 2025 Rate CDHP Plan | 2026 Rate CDHP Plan | |
| Employee Only | $23.51 | $32.92 | $2.03 | $3.03 |
| Employee & Spouse | $214.23 | $257.08 | $162.78 | $187.20 |
| Employee & Children | $89.33 | $125.06 | $57.51 | $66.14 |
| Employee & Family | $236.87 | $284.24 | $181.61 | $208.85 |
| *Includes increase from $600 to $900 towards annual County Contribution to a Health Savings Account |
| *8% Increase in Dental Plans for 2026 |
| Dental Insurance Employee Bi-weekly Deductions |
| 2025 Dental Base Plan | 2026 Dental Base Plan | 2025 Rate Buy-up Dental Plan | 2026 Buy-up Dental Plan | |
| Employee Only | $0.00 | $5.00 | $12.28 | $13.29* |
| Employee & Spouse | $13.30 | $14.39* | $21.14 | $22.89* |
| Employee & Children | $9.97 | $10.80* | $21.14 | $22.89* |
| Employee & Family | $21.14 | $22.89* | $33.55 | $36.33* |
| Aetna Rates Effective 01/01/2026 |
Issue: The County’s medical and dental premiums, including employer contributions, may require adjustments to ensure that funding levels align with employee needs and program sustainability.
Solution: Confirm the August 25, 2025, approvals for medical increases in the base plan by 20%-40% and the CDHP plan by a $1-15% increase, a $5 increase on the employee-only dental base plan and an 8% increase on all other dental tiers. Increase the county contribution to the Health Savings Account (HSA) from $600 to $900, increase employer contributions from $840.62 to $1,475.00 per employee per month and increase dental employer contributions from $25 to $27.07 per employee per month, and the implementation of the CVS weight management program. In addition, increase the individual Stop-Loss deductible from $225,000 up to $250,000.
Result: Ensure that Webb County maintains adequate funding levels for employee medical and dental plans, support employees with enhanced contributions, and provides access to additional health and wellness programs.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Commissioners Court
34.
AI-18164
Discussion and possible action on a Participation Agreement Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One (Downtown Laredo) with the City of Laredo regarding the City’s offer to appoint two County representatives to the TIRZ #1 Board beginning with tax increment for tax year 2025, and continuing until the termination of the Zone on December 31, 2046 and obligating the County to annually contribute to the tax increment fund of the Zone:(i) one hundred percent (100%) of any County tax increment resulting from rollback taxes; and (ii) one hundred percent (100%) of County tax increment attributable to the portion of their respective tax rates attributable to maintenance and operation and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
35.
AI-18166
Discussion and possible action to consider a Chapter 381 Economic Development Agreement between Webb County and Gateway Municipal Utility District No. 1 to jointly finance public improvements within a 3,315 acre service area (development)by contributing 75% of the property tax increment generated by service area (development) beginning with 2026 tax year collections and continue through 2054 or until all reimbursable costs are paid and any matters incident thereto; authorizing the County Judge to sign all relevant documents.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Attachments:
36.
AI-18171
Discussion and possible action to cancel Commissioners Court meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025; and any other matters incident thereto.
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. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to bring up Item #19
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Budget Officer
PUBLIC HEARING
19.
Discussion and possible action to adopt the county budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 pursuant to Chapter 111 of the Texas Local Government Code. The Court may make any modifications to the proposed budget that it considers warranted by law and required by the interest of the taxpayers by majority vote.
Amended motion by Commissioner Pct. 2 Rosaura "Wawi" Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve amended total amount of $66,650.00 for Webb County Book created by Maria Eugenia Calderon
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
Other: Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
Closed Session/Executive Session
County Judge, Tano E. Tijerina read items #37 - #40 for the record.
Executive Session (12:07 p.m. - 12:29 p.m.)
37.
AI-18162
Discussion with legal counsel of Allison, Bass & Magee, L.L.P. regarding CORAIMA MARLENE VELA, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS NEXT FRIEND OF R.I.R, MINOR v. WEBB COUNTY, TEXAS; Cause No. 2025CVA0001468D3; 341st Judicial District Court, Webb County, Texas and any potential action needed. [Executive Session is requested pursuant to Texas Government Code, Title 5, Subchapter D, Section 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney)]
Civil Legal Division, Mr. Nathan Bratton requested the court retain services from Allison, Bass & Magee LLP.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
38.
AI-18165
Discussion and possible action regarding the resolution of the Purdue Bankruptcy and proposed settlement with the remaining 8 manufacturer defendants and any matters incident thereto. [Closed Session/Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071, Consultation with Attorney, pending or contemplated litigation]
Civil Legal Division, Mr. Nathan Bratton requested to execute a settlement.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
39.
AI-18167
Discussion and possible action regarding the offer to purchase real property (a building and surrounding land which is located at 5102 and 5110 US Hwy 59 Laredo, Webb County Texas); and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant §551.072 Texas Government Code- deliberation on real property]
Civil Legal Division, Mr. Nathan Bratoon requested to proceed with Option C as discussed in executive session.
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez, seconded by Commissioner, Pct 4. Ricardo A. Jaime to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
40.
AI-18168
Discussion regarding the property located at 720 Convent St., and adjacent parking lot located at 1101 Matamoros St., Laredo, Webb County, Texas; with further discussion and action to discuss the offer from Webb County and the counteroffer from property owner to purchase said properties; and any other matters incident thereto. [Executive Session may be requested pursuant to Texas Local Govt. Code Section 555.072- Consultation with Attorney, Deliberations Regarding Real Property]
Civil Legal Division, Mr. Nathan Bratton requested to proceed on item as discussed in executive session.
Motion by County Judge Tano E. Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to approve
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)
42.
Adjourn
Motion by Commissioner, Pct. 2 Rosaura “Wawi” Tijerina, seconded by Commissioner, Pct. 1 Jesse Gonzalez to adjourn
Vote: 4 - 0 Motion Carried - Unanimously
- Other:
-
Commissioner, Pct. 3 John C. Galo (ABSENT)