Video index

I. CALL TO ORDER

V. MINUTES

III.2.B) 1. Recognizing Team Desire of Karma Athletics for their outstanding dedication, teamwork, and passion. Formed in July 2024, your commitment to excellence, even on weekends and holidays has accomplished the following awards: JAMFEST - Superior ACA - Superior with golden ticket NCA - Superior NCA All Stars - Superior ACA US Finals - Number 1 rank

XV.40) A1. Recognizing Girl Scouts Troop 07043 for their outstanding commitment and fostering leadership, confidence, and character through meaningful community engagement. Troop 07043 exemplifies the mission of Girl Scouting: "to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place." This recognition also extends to the seven dedicated troop leaders — Alessandra Chacon, Lucero Garza, Yulissa Leal, Andrea Sepulveda, Grace Snyder, Devorah Karren, and Ryan Reyes — whose guidance and mentorship have helped create a supportive and enriching environment for the girls to thrive. Their efforts continue to inspire future generations to lead with purpose and compassion

CITIZEN COMMENTS

VII. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES

VIII. PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE

IX. FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES

X. CONSENT AGENDA

X.13. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Donation Agreement and any related documents to accept five parcels from Aquero Ltd, subject to the review of title commitments. Said parcels being: (1) Lot 22, block 6, Aquero phase I, unbuildable (0.8197acres). (2) Lot 7, block 9, Aquero phase II, unihabitable (0.0264 acres). (3) Lot 44, block 9, Aquero phase IV, unbuildable (0.0666 acres). (4) Lot 45, block 9, Aquero phase IV, unbuildable (0.0611 acres). (5) Lot 99, block 9, Aquero phase VI, unbuildable (0.5178 acres), in the City of Laredo, as per plat recorded in Webb County Plat records. Each parcel has a total value of $10.00. The properties will be used for Municipal purposes. The parcels will be maintained by the City of Laredo

X.17. Consideration to award a supply contract with Buy Board vendor, Iteris, Santa Ana, California., in the amount of $250,000.00 for the purchase of traffic signal detection cameras and to further authorize future related expenditures for an additional amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for the purchase of traffic control detection cameras for the Traffic Safety Department. This annual contract shall utilize the Buy Board Contract 695-23. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two years beginning as of the date of its execution. Funding for this contract is available in the 2021A Certificate of Obligation Bond & Traffic Division General Fund.

X.18. Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder ALC Construction CO., Inc., Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $69,000.00 for FY24-ENG-91 Northwest WIC Clinic - Parking Lot Improvements Re-bid Project for the total base bid including a $10,000.00 contingency allowance. Construction contract time is 30 working days. Funding is available in the Public Health Department Fund - Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program Grant. 1. ALC Construction Co., Inc, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $69,000.00 2. ABBA Construction LLC, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $108,500.00 3. ACE CO, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $95,387.50 4. Gilmar Construction, LTD, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $115,150.00 5. Royal Contractors, Inc, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $82,850.00 6. Sima Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $94,500.00 Refer to attached letter of recommendation.

X.30. Authorization to enter into a contract agreement with Sports Facilities Companies for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,380,000.00 The contract period is for three years with an option to renew for an additional two years. Funding is available in the Sports Venue Fund.

XI.35. Update on the Search for Property or Building for the City of Laredo Convention Center.

XI.36. Presentation with possible action of the FY2023-2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) prepared by the City Laredo's Financial Services Department and audited by the Independent Audit Firm of Canales, Garza, and Baum, P.L.L.C. (Part 1 of 2)

Items XI.37. & XV.40) A2

1. Discussion with possible action to enter into an Agreement with the Laredo PONY Association for sponsorship in an amount no to exceed $90,000.00 of the 2025 PONY Super Regional Tournaments, Palomino Zone and Bronco and Palomino World Series. It is anticipated that over 60 teams will participate from out-of-town. Funding is available in the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Fund

XI.36. Presentation with possible action of the FY2023-2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) prepared by the City Laredo's Financial Services Department and audited by the Independent Audit Firm of Canales, Garza, and Baum, P.L.L.C. (Part 2 of 2)

XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION

XV.40) A3. Discussion with possible action regarding a status update for all projects in the Utility Department’s capital improvement plan (CIP) and the outlook for the FY 2025-2026’s Utility CIP budget.

XV.40) B1. Discussion with possible action to implement signage and barrier recommendations from LPD Port Police, as presented and approved by the Port of Entry Advisory Committee, to facilitate and improve traffic at the World Trade Bridge and along the I69 corridor West of IH35, to include coordination with TxDOT, allowing for the execution of any necessary agreements, and any other matters incident thereto

XV.40) C1. Discussion with possible action concerning the enforcement of ordinances or creation of new ordinances regulating bulk item pickup and any other matter incident thereto.

XV.40) D1. Discussion with possible action on the insurance requirements for vendors utilizing city properties for all events and any other matters incident thereto.

Items XV.40) E1 & III.2.A) 1.

May 05, 2025 City Council

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I. CALL TO ORDER

V. MINUTES

III.2.B) 1. Recognizing Team Desire of Karma Athletics for their outstanding dedication, teamwork, and passion. Formed in July 2024, your commitment to excellence, even on weekends and holidays has accomplished the following awards: JAMFEST - Superior ACA - Superior with golden ticket NCA - Superior NCA All Stars - Superior ACA US Finals - Number 1 rank

XV.40) A1. Recognizing Girl Scouts Troop 07043 for their outstanding commitment and fostering leadership, confidence, and character through meaningful community engagement. Troop 07043 exemplifies the mission of Girl Scouting: "to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place." This recognition also extends to the seven dedicated troop leaders — Alessandra Chacon, Lucero Garza, Yulissa Leal, Andrea Sepulveda, Grace Snyder, Devorah Karren, and Ryan Reyes — whose guidance and mentorship have helped create a supportive and enriching environment for the girls to thrive. Their efforts continue to inspire future generations to lead with purpose and compassion

CITIZEN COMMENTS

VII. APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES

VIII. PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE

IX. FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES

X. CONSENT AGENDA

X.13. Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Donation Agreement and any related documents to accept five parcels from Aquero Ltd, subject to the review of title commitments. Said parcels being: (1) Lot 22, block 6, Aquero phase I, unbuildable (0.8197acres). (2) Lot 7, block 9, Aquero phase II, unihabitable (0.0264 acres). (3) Lot 44, block 9, Aquero phase IV, unbuildable (0.0666 acres). (4) Lot 45, block 9, Aquero phase IV, unbuildable (0.0611 acres). (5) Lot 99, block 9, Aquero phase VI, unbuildable (0.5178 acres), in the City of Laredo, as per plat recorded in Webb County Plat records. Each parcel has a total value of $10.00. The properties will be used for Municipal purposes. The parcels will be maintained by the City of Laredo

X.17. Consideration to award a supply contract with Buy Board vendor, Iteris, Santa Ana, California., in the amount of $250,000.00 for the purchase of traffic signal detection cameras and to further authorize future related expenditures for an additional amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for the purchase of traffic control detection cameras for the Traffic Safety Department. This annual contract shall utilize the Buy Board Contract 695-23. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two years beginning as of the date of its execution. Funding for this contract is available in the 2021A Certificate of Obligation Bond & Traffic Division General Fund.

X.18. Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder ALC Construction CO., Inc., Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $69,000.00 for FY24-ENG-91 Northwest WIC Clinic - Parking Lot Improvements Re-bid Project for the total base bid including a $10,000.00 contingency allowance. Construction contract time is 30 working days. Funding is available in the Public Health Department Fund - Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program Grant. 1. ALC Construction Co., Inc, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $69,000.00 2. ABBA Construction LLC, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $108,500.00 3. ACE CO, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $95,387.50 4. Gilmar Construction, LTD, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $115,150.00 5. Royal Contractors, Inc, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $82,850.00 6. Sima Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas Total Base Bid: $94,500.00 Refer to attached letter of recommendation.

X.30. Authorization to enter into a contract agreement with Sports Facilities Companies for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,380,000.00 The contract period is for three years with an option to renew for an additional two years. Funding is available in the Sports Venue Fund.

XI.35. Update on the Search for Property or Building for the City of Laredo Convention Center.

XI.36. Presentation with possible action of the FY2023-2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) prepared by the City Laredo's Financial Services Department and audited by the Independent Audit Firm of Canales, Garza, and Baum, P.L.L.C. (Part 1 of 2)

Items XI.37. & XV.40) A2

1. Discussion with possible action to enter into an Agreement with the Laredo PONY Association for sponsorship in an amount no to exceed $90,000.00 of the 2025 PONY Super Regional Tournaments, Palomino Zone and Bronco and Palomino World Series. It is anticipated that over 60 teams will participate from out-of-town. Funding is available in the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau Fund

XI.36. Presentation with possible action of the FY2023-2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) prepared by the City Laredo's Financial Services Department and audited by the Independent Audit Firm of Canales, Garza, and Baum, P.L.L.C. (Part 2 of 2)

XII. EXECUTIVE SESSION

XV.40) A3. Discussion with possible action regarding a status update for all projects in the Utility Department’s capital improvement plan (CIP) and the outlook for the FY 2025-2026’s Utility CIP budget.

XV.40) B1. Discussion with possible action to implement signage and barrier recommendations from LPD Port Police, as presented and approved by the Port of Entry Advisory Committee, to facilitate and improve traffic at the World Trade Bridge and along the I69 corridor West of IH35, to include coordination with TxDOT, allowing for the execution of any necessary agreements, and any other matters incident thereto

XV.40) C1. Discussion with possible action concerning the enforcement of ordinances or creation of new ordinances regulating bulk item pickup and any other matter incident thereto.

XV.40) D1. Discussion with possible action on the insurance requirements for vendors utilizing city properties for all events and any other matters incident thereto.

Items XV.40) E1 & III.2.A) 1.

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