54. Discussion with possible action to adjust City Council meeting dates in November, and December to maximize public participation and avoid conflicts with election dates, holidays, and other scheduled events, and any related matters.

55. Discussion with possible action to direct the City Manager, in coordination with Economic Development and the City Attorney, to develop and present a proposed tax incentive program to attract and expand grocery stores, bookstores, medical clinics, and other needed businesses in growing areas of Laredo that have historically experienced limited commercial investment, including South Laredo.

56. Discussion with possible action to update the Veterans Affairs Committee’s organization list and webpage by adding the following groups and representatives and removing groups:

66. Discussion with possible action to receive an update from the City Manager and appropriate City departments on the status of amending Land Development Code intended to protect the community from the adverse impacts associated with data center development; and any other matters incident thereto.

67. Presentation by participating members of the City Council regarding the Laredo Water Leadership Exchange sponsored by the Water Foundation, during which a Laredo delegation traveled to El Paso, Texas, and Tucson, Arizona, to visit with El Paso Water and Tucson Water, engage in peer learning discussions with utility leaders and technical staff, and participate alongside representatives of the North American Development Bank to share observations and lessons for Laredo.

PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 1 of 2 )

PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 1 of 2)

PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 2 of 2 )

PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 2 of 2)

FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES

CONSENT AGENDA

46. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify the acceptance of a grant in the amount of $2,960,074.32 from the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for the purpose of funding the FY27 Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Program. The grant period will begin September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027; funding will be used to pay for costs associated with the operation of the TAG Center such as personnel, rent, contractual obligations, information system interfaces, equipment, training, supplies and direct operating expenses. This grant does not require matching funds. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund.

48. Consideration to authorize the purchase of Cellebrite software and hardware solutions via Carahsoft Technology Corporation in the amount of $1,432,134.80 using DIR contract pricing via contract #DIR-CPO-5687. Cellebrite software and hardware is used for digital investigations conducted by the Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Centers located throughout the state of Texas. Funding for the purchase of Cellebrite software and hardware for use in all TAG Centers is included in the FY27 grant award for the Laredo Texas Anti-Gang Center. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund

49. Presentation by the Public Art Program Manager on the FY 2025-2026 Public Art Annual Report, including progress and the status of implementation of the Annual Plan approved by City Council on October 6, 2025.

50. Discussion with possible action to accept and approve reports/reviews presented by Internal Audit.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

RECESS AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD

ADJOURN AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD AND RECONVENE AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL

57. Discussion with possible action regarding the identification and evaluation of a potential location to establish a connection between Independence Hills subdivision and Concord Hills subdivision for the development of a regional park, including potential access, connectivity and recreational opportunities; and any other matters incident thereto.

58. Discussion with possible action to discuss the financial implications of the non-binding referendum regarding support for a pediatric hospital in Laredo,Texas and any other matters incident thereto.

59. Status update on the Lupita Cortez Community Wellness & Recreation Complex at Lyon Water Tanks; and any matter incident thereto.

60. Status update, with possible action, on the ongoing construction of the Jovita Idar Pickle Ball Courts; and any matter incident thereto.

61. Discussion with possible action regarding the status of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant-funded Shiloh Bike Trails Project, designed by City engineering staff and being constructed by the City of Laredo Public Works Department, and the separate but coordinated Shiloh Bike Trails Design-Build Project with Nature Trails, LLC; including the anticipated November 2026 groundbreaking, coordination and integration of both projects into a cohesive trail system, project scopes, funding, timelines, and any other matters incident thereto.

62. Discussion with possible action to direct the City Manager, in coordination with the City’s Financial Advisor, Bond Counsel, and Legislative Affairs staff to evaluate opportunities to expand the City of Laredo’s economic development tools though the creation of a Type A and/or Type B Economic Development Corporation while preserving the City’s ability to complete planned improvements and future phases of the Buena Vista Sports Complex and support existing sports and entertainment facilities; such evaluation to include a review of existing Sports and Community Venue Sales Tax obligations, available funding options, potential state legislative changes that could provide additional flexibility, and a report to Council at a date certain; and any other matters incident thereto.

64. Discussion with possible action directing the City Manager to develop an Ordinance establishing procedures and administrative authority for the write-off of uncollectible City debt and establishing a uniform policy for credit card and electronic payment processing fees; and any matters incident thereto.

65. Discussion with possible action regarding the creation of a Landlord Registration Program to improve the City’s ability to identify rental properties and responsible parties, facilitate communication with property owners and managers, strengthen code enforcement, and promote safe and habitable rental housing within the City of Laredo and any other matters incident thereto.

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54. Discussion with possible action to adjust City Council meeting dates in November, and December to maximize public participation and avoid conflicts with election dates, holidays, and other scheduled events, and any related matters.

55. Discussion with possible action to direct the City Manager, in coordination with Economic Development and the City Attorney, to develop and present a proposed tax incentive program to attract and expand grocery stores, bookstores, medical clinics, and other needed businesses in growing areas of Laredo that have historically experienced limited commercial investment, including South Laredo.

56. Discussion with possible action to update the Veterans Affairs Committee’s organization list and webpage by adding the following groups and representatives and removing groups:

66. Discussion with possible action to receive an update from the City Manager and appropriate City departments on the status of amending Land Development Code intended to protect the community from the adverse impacts associated with data center development; and any other matters incident thereto.

67. Presentation by participating members of the City Council regarding the Laredo Water Leadership Exchange sponsored by the Water Foundation, during which a Laredo delegation traveled to El Paso, Texas, and Tucson, Arizona, to visit with El Paso Water and Tucson Water, engage in peer learning discussions with utility leaders and technical staff, and participate alongside representatives of the North American Development Bank to share observations and lessons for Laredo.

PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 1 of 2 )

PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 1 of 2)

PLANNING & ZONING - PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 2 of 2 )

PUBLIC HEARING & INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCE (Part 2 of 2)

FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES

CONSENT AGENDA

46. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify the acceptance of a grant in the amount of $2,960,074.32 from the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for the purpose of funding the FY27 Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Program. The grant period will begin September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027; funding will be used to pay for costs associated with the operation of the TAG Center such as personnel, rent, contractual obligations, information system interfaces, equipment, training, supplies and direct operating expenses. This grant does not require matching funds. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund.

48. Consideration to authorize the purchase of Cellebrite software and hardware solutions via Carahsoft Technology Corporation in the amount of $1,432,134.80 using DIR contract pricing via contract #DIR-CPO-5687. Cellebrite software and hardware is used for digital investigations conducted by the Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Centers located throughout the state of Texas. Funding for the purchase of Cellebrite software and hardware for use in all TAG Centers is included in the FY27 grant award for the Laredo Texas Anti-Gang Center. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund

49. Presentation by the Public Art Program Manager on the FY 2025-2026 Public Art Annual Report, including progress and the status of implementation of the Annual Plan approved by City Council on October 6, 2025.

50. Discussion with possible action to accept and approve reports/reviews presented by Internal Audit.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

RECESS AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD

ADJOURN AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD AND RECONVENE AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL

57. Discussion with possible action regarding the identification and evaluation of a potential location to establish a connection between Independence Hills subdivision and Concord Hills subdivision for the development of a regional park, including potential access, connectivity and recreational opportunities; and any other matters incident thereto.

58. Discussion with possible action to discuss the financial implications of the non-binding referendum regarding support for a pediatric hospital in Laredo,Texas and any other matters incident thereto.

59. Status update on the Lupita Cortez Community Wellness & Recreation Complex at Lyon Water Tanks; and any matter incident thereto.

60. Status update, with possible action, on the ongoing construction of the Jovita Idar Pickle Ball Courts; and any matter incident thereto.

61. Discussion with possible action regarding the status of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant-funded Shiloh Bike Trails Project, designed by City engineering staff and being constructed by the City of Laredo Public Works Department, and the separate but coordinated Shiloh Bike Trails Design-Build Project with Nature Trails, LLC; including the anticipated November 2026 groundbreaking, coordination and integration of both projects into a cohesive trail system, project scopes, funding, timelines, and any other matters incident thereto.

62. Discussion with possible action to direct the City Manager, in coordination with the City’s Financial Advisor, Bond Counsel, and Legislative Affairs staff to evaluate opportunities to expand the City of Laredo’s economic development tools though the creation of a Type A and/or Type B Economic Development Corporation while preserving the City’s ability to complete planned improvements and future phases of the Buena Vista Sports Complex and support existing sports and entertainment facilities; such evaluation to include a review of existing Sports and Community Venue Sales Tax obligations, available funding options, potential state legislative changes that could provide additional flexibility, and a report to Council at a date certain; and any other matters incident thereto.

64. Discussion with possible action directing the City Manager to develop an Ordinance establishing procedures and administrative authority for the write-off of uncollectible City debt and establishing a uniform policy for credit card and electronic payment processing fees; and any matters incident thereto.

65. Discussion with possible action regarding the creation of a Landlord Registration Program to improve the City’s ability to identify rental properties and responsible parties, facilitate communication with property owners and managers, strengthen code enforcement, and promote safe and habitable rental housing within the City of Laredo and any other matters incident thereto.

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