The Mayor will be presenting the following: 1. Recognizing the management and staff of the Laredo Energy Arena for receiving the "Best Event Promotion" award from SMG National Marketing. This is the first time in the five (5) year participation at the SMG National Marketing Summit, the LEA wins a marketing award. 2. Recognition of Ms. Julianne Gamez and Ms. Alexis Flores on being selected to take part in the prestigious San Antonio Spurs Silver Dance Team and proudly representing the City of Laredo. 3. Recognizing Augustin Serna and Laura Mashuca for being named the 2017 Male and Female Athletes of the Year for the 22 and over age group for the Special Olympics Texas Area 21 Chapter State Wide Awards, and Ms. Olga Gutierrez for the 2017 Coach of the Year.
COMMUNICATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS Communiques Presentation by Vanessa Solis, Miss Laredo USA, and Fabiola Chavez, Miss Laredo Teen USA, on their respective bids for the state titles in their competition categories. Ms. Solis will be competing for the crown at the Miss Texas USA competition in Houston on September 1st -3rd and Fabiola Chavez will be competing for the crown at the Miss Texas Teen USA pageant in Houston on November 24th -26th.
Citizens are required to fill out a witness card and submit it to the City Secretary no later than 5:45 p.m. and identify themselves at the microphone. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No more than three (3) persons will be allowed to speak on any side of an issue. Should there be more than three (3) people who wish to speak on a particular issue, they need to select not more than three (3) representatives to speak for them and the presiding officer may limit the public comments further in the interest of an orderly meeting. Speakers may not pass their minutes to any other speaker. Comments should be relevant to City business and delivered in a professionalmanner. No derogatory remarks will be permitted.
APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 1. Appointment by Mayor Pete Saenz of Guillermo Benavidez to the Secondary Water Source Ad-Hoc Committee. 2. Appointment by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. of to the Secondary Water Source Ad-Hoc Committee. 3. Appointment by Mayor Pro-Tempore Alejandro "Alex'' Perez of to the Facility Naming & Recognition Commission.
Request by Council Member Nelly Vielma Discussion with possible action on adopting requirements to allow for more stringent regulation by the City of drive through businesses that provides retail services to the general public in a semi-nude state of dress.
Discussion with possible action to authorize City Manager to amend the Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of Laredo and Reel Dinner Partners-Laredo, LLC, and BACH Development-San Isidro, LLC, executed June 17, 2014, to reflect the new property owner, 30 West Pershing, LLC.
Item XII 48 & Item VIII 2 (Part 1 of 2)
48. Presentation of the Plan of Finance by Noe Hinojosa of Estrada-Hinojosa & Company, Inc., as it relates to the proposed issuance of new debt for various citywide projects in addition to the potential refunding of existing bonds. 2. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2013-0-114 of the City of Laredo and authorizing an increase of $0.25 per person for southbound pedestrian traffic and an increase of $0.50 per axle for southbound commercial traffic as further described in Exhibit "A" and hereby repealing all conflicting sections in all ordinances currently in effect.
Discussion with possible action on the maintenance and upkeep under the Chihuahua and Guadalupe Bridge.
EXECUTIVE SESSION The Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551,073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic Development). Discussion on the terms and conditions of the City Manager's employment agreement.
48. Presentation of the Plan of Finance by Noe Hinojosa of Estrada-Hinojosa & Company, Inc., as it relates to the proposed issuance of new debt for various citywide projects in addition to the potential refunding of existing bonds. 2. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2013-0-114 of the City of Laredo and authorizing an increase of $0.25 per person for southbound pedestrian traffic and an increase of $0.50 per axle for southbound commercial traffic as further described in Exhibit "A" and hereby repealing all conflicting sections in all ordinances currently in effect.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for an Amusement Redemption Machine Establishment on Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block 350, Western Division, located at 11 lturbide Street. ZC-68-2017C Staff does not sypport the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit. District VIII
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning the S. 67.71' of Lot 5 and the S. 67.71' of the E. 23.01' of Lot 4, Block 289, Western Division, located at 2002 Hidalgo St., from R-0 (Residential/ Office District) to CBD (Central Business District). ZC-67-2017 Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Zone Change. Property is remote from contiguous CBD, a CUP reflecting CBD parking and setback requirements would be preferred. District VIII
PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Public Hearing for the adoption of a tax rate $0.637000 per $100 value for the Tax Year 2017. The tax rate will provide revenue for the general fund and debt service. The rate includes $0.491887 per $100 value for Maintenance and Operation and $0.145113 per $100 value for Sinking Fund of the Debt Service and is estimated to generate a tax levy of $84,097,503.00. The City Council is scheduled to vote on the tax rate on September 11, 2017 at 12 Noon and September 18, 2017 at 5:30 PM at City Council Chambers located at 1110 Houston St.
3. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Article VI [Investment Policy] of Chapter 2 [Administration] of the Code of Ordinances in order to: 1. Incorporate minor changes to further clarify language on the Investment Policy and have Article VI of Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances conform with Chapter 2256 of the Government Code, popularly known as "The Public Funds Investment Act" of the Texas Government Code; 2. Adjust I Update the current Broker I Dealer List and; 3. Provide for an effective date.
4. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept funds in the amount of $360,406.00 from the South Texas 9-1-1 Regional Administration Division to cost share personnel at the Laredo Police Department Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) in accordance with Section 771.0751 of the Texas Health and Safety Code and Rule 251.3 Use of Revenue in certain counties from the Commission on State Emergency Communications; and amending the FY2016-2017 General Fund budget of the City of Laredo by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $360,406.00 for Laredo Police Department Communications Division salaries.
5. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by repealing Ordinance 2014-0-026, and authorizing issuance of a Special Use Permit for a Restaurant Selling Alcohol, on Lots 1A, & 1B, Block 1, San Isidro/McPherson Subdivision, Unit II, located at 9710 & 9720 McPherson Rd.; providing for publication and effective date. Staff supports the application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Special Use Permit. ZC-56-2017 District VI
6. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 1, and 2, Block 3, Lomas Del Sur Subdivision, Unit I, and Lot 27, Block 3, Lomas Del Sur Subdivision, Unit XIII, located at 2501, 2511 & 2601 Lomas Del Sur Blvd., from B-1 (limited Commercial District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff supports the application and Planning & Zoning recommends approvalof the zone change. ZC-57-2017 District I
7. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 5, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 720 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-61-2017 District Ill 8. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 6, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 716 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-62-2017 District Ill 9. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 7, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 706 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-63-2017 District Ill 10. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning S. 50' of Lot 8, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 702 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-64-2017 District Ill 11. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning N. 88' of Lot 8, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 1115 Cedar Dr., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-65-2017 District Ill
12. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 313, Block 14, Del Mar Hills Subdivision, located at 419 Del Mar Blvd., from R-S (Residential Suburban District) to R-0 (Residential/Office District). ZC-66-2017 Staff does no t support the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Zone Change. District V
13. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for an Amusement Services (Indoors) on Lot 4-A, Block 8-A, Las Brisas Del Mar Subdivision Phase 1, located at 8602 McPherson Rd., Suites 104 and 105. ZC-69-2017C Staff does not support the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit. District VI
16. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Chapter 19 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic), Article XII (Transit System), Divisions 2 and 5, Sections 19-562(C) and 19-601.12, of the Code of Ordinances to increase fixed Transit Service Fares and Paratransit Fares; providing an effective date; and providing for publication.
IX. INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES 17. An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Administration, of the Code of Ordinances by enacting Article IX entitled "Open Data Policy," consisting of sections 2-405 through 2-410, regarding open data accessibility for the City of Laredo; reserving sections 2-411 through 2-420; providing that this Ordinance shall be cumulative; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. 18. Setting the new speed limits on section of Cuatro Vientos, between Cielito Lindo Boulevard and Mangana-Hein Road, within the city limits of Laredo, Webb County, Texas, to 65 miles per hour, as defined in the Texas Department of Transportation control section map CS0086-16, providing for the installation of appropriate signs to indicate new speed changes in the designated area and providing for publication and effective date.
Discussion with possible action in regards to the Plantation East road extension to Shiloh Dr. and all matters incident thereto.
Items 22 (Part 1 of 2), 23, 26 - 28
22. 2017-0-101 Amending the City of Laredo's Waterworks Construction Fund FY 2016-2017 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $462,062.00. Insurance proceeds were received from the Texas Municipal League IntergovernmentalRisk Pool in the amount of $362,062.00 and the remaining $100,000.00 will be received upon completion of final investigation by TML. Funds will be used for repairs to existing pump and new magnetic meter at El Pico Water Treatment Plant. 23. 2017-0-102 Amending the City of Laredo's 2010 Sewer Revenue Bond FY 2016-2017 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $1,500,000.00. Proceeds in the amount of $1,500,000.00 will be received from the sale of the "surface only" of 6.9441 acre tract of land that is being purchased by AEP, Texas, Inc. Funds will be used to purchase additional land for the proposed Manadas Wastewater Treatment Plant. 26. 2017-0-106 Amending Chapter 19, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article VIII, Stopping, Standing, or Parking, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Laredo, specifically adding Subsection 19-364 (23) which establishes the north side of the 2000 block of E. Lyon Street, between Malinche Avenue and Urbahn Avenue, as a "No Parking Anytime/Tow Away" zone, providing severability and for an effective date and publication. 27. 2017-0-107 Amending Chapter 19, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article VIII, Stopping, Standing or Parking, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Laredo, specifically adding Subsection 19-364 (22) which establishes the west side of the 2900 block of N. Urbahn Avenue, between E. Frost Street and E. Lyon Street, as a "No Parking /Tow Away Zone" from 8 am to 5 pm, school days, providing for severability and for an effective date and publication. 28. 2017- 0 - 108 Ratifying the City Manager's approval of the amendment to the lease agreement between the City of Laredo and the United States Postal Service for the rental of office space at the Old Federal Courthouse located at 1300 Matamoros to authorize a temporary license agreement providing for the placement of a trailer on the street in front of the building for a period of five (5) months from August 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017 due to the emergency abatement, remediation and reconstruction of the Postal Service first floor area. The customary rental rate of $8,000.00 monthly will be suspended to allow for the lease payment of $1.00 during this same period.
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES 19. 2017-0-091 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 8.10 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit "A", located at South of Flecha Lane and West of FM 1472 (Mines Road), from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-45-2017 District VII 20. 2017-0-099 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 12.35 acres out of Tract QMM Investments, LLC., Abstract 283, Porcion 23 L. Sanchez, located south of Flecha Lane and west of FM 1472, from AG (Agricultural District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District). ZC-54-2017 21. 2017-0-100 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 42.95 acres out of Tract QMM Investments, LLC., Abstract 283, Porcion 23 L. Sanchez, located south of Flecha Lane and west of FM 1472, from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). ZC-55-2017
22. 2017-0-101 Amending the City of Laredo's Waterworks Construction Fund FY 2016-2017 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $462,062.00. Insurance proceeds were received from the Texas Municipal League IntergovernmentalRisk Pool in the amount of $362,062.00 and the remaining $100,000.00 will be received upon completion of final investigation by TML. Funds will be used for repairs to existing pump and new magnetic meter at El Pico Water Treatment Plant.
24. 2017-0-103 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a billboard lease with Lamar Outdoor Advertising located on U.S. Highway 83, known as the Riverhill Property. The term for the this parcel will consist of a five (5) year lease, at the annual base rental amount of $2,700.00 with an additional20% of revenue generated less the base rent for a 12-month period .
25. 2017-0-105 Amending Chapter 28, Article IX Entitled "Public Right-of-Way Management" of the Laredo Code of Ordinances by adding Division 12, Section 28-243 through 28-253 regarding the siting of wireless communications facilities in the public rights-of-way; and providing an effective date of September 1, 2017.
29. 2017-R-84 Authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $181,880.00 to the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division, for the purpose of funding the Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program. The funds will be used to equip 200 officers at risk of shootings with bullet-resistant personal body armor compliant with the NationalInstitute of Justice (NIJ) standard for rifle protection. The Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program will begin January 01, 2018 through March 01, 2018 and may not exceed 12 months. This program does not require matching funds. 30. 2017-R-85 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant award in the amount of $637,768.00 from the Texas Auto Burglary & Theft Prevention Authority to fund the Laredo Auto Theft Task Force for the period of September 1, 2017 through August 31, 2018 to pay for salaries and supplies. The grant requires a cash match in the amount of $369,345.00 which is available in the General Fund for a total grant amount of $1,007,113.00. 31. 2017-R-86 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant in the amount of $137,000.00 from the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for the purpose of funding the 2018 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) for the period of September 1, 2017 through August 31, 2018. This grant does not require matching funds. Funding will be used to pay for overtime to increase patrol security along the Texas-Mexican border. 32. 2017-R-87 Amending Resolution #2017-R-79 by adding one (1) additional memorandum of understanding (U.S. Marshals - Sex Offenders Joint Operation) to the list of cooperative working agreements/mutual assistance agreements/memorandums of understanding between the City of Laredo Police Department and various federal, state and localagencies, including but not limited to: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), SCAN, eta/., a comprehensive list is attached hereto as "Exhibit A". The Police Department's participation is part of the community service provided to our citizens, with no cost to the City of Laredo. 33. 2017-R-090 Authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application, if offered, to the Federal Aviation Administration in the amount of $7,000,000.00 for the Laredo International Airport and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents resulting from the award. The purpose of the grant is to provide funding for the reconstruction of Cargo Apron Phase 10, Taxiway E Widening, and Runway Re-designation Signage & Markings. The City's local match in the amount of $777,777.00 (10%) is available in the Airport Construction Fund. 34. Authorizing the City Manager, in support of the City of Laredo International Airport Compatibility Program, to award a contract for Sound Insulation Services to Northeast Noise Abatement Corporation of Warwick, Rl in the amount of $1,454,000.00 as the lowest bidder. Sound Insulation improvements will be performed on 97 units to meet Federal Aviation Administration acceptable sound insulation limits. Funding is available through FAA Airport Improvement Project (AlP) Grant# 80. 35. Authorizing the City Manager to approve and execute the first, two (2) year extension of the contract with Landscapes Management Company, LLC, for the operation and management of the clubhouse, golf course, cart facility, maintenance building and appurtenances, and any other golf course or golf related facility owned by the City and situated on the real property located at 27700 FM 1472, known as the Max A. Mandel Municipal Golf Course with the following terms: 1. Two (2) additional two (2) year renewal options still available; 2. A management fee will be $7,426.30 per month due October 2017 if requirements are met ($89,115.60 annually). 3. The management fee will increase by 3% each fiscal year on October 1st. 4. Incentive fee of 10% of increase in Net Operating Income over the prior fiscal year. 5. In the event that Landscapes fails to meet the Net Operating Income projections by $100,000.00 or more for fiscal year, the City shall have the right, in its discretion, to adjust the Base Management Fee as per the contract. The initial term of this two (2) year extension will commence on October 1, 2017 and end on September 30, 2019 on terms mutually agreed. This contract is subject to the approval of the FY 2017-2018 budget appropriations. 36. Authorizing the City Manager to enter into and execute a contract between Centurylink and the City of Laredo for the purchase of Sentry Software and Equipment through the Houston Galveston Area Council of Governments (HGAC) Cooperative Purchasing Contract EC07-16 in the totalamount of $52,996.27. The Sentry Software and Equipment will be provided to all eight (8) Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) located throughout the South Texas Region. Sentry is a System Management product that provides enhanced maintenance monitoring, including immediate notification of irregular behavior of the 9-1-1 System. Funding is available in the Regional 9-1-1 Fund. 37. Consideration to award a contract to NCR from Dayton, Ohio (Fred Constant) in the estimated amount of $109,592.37 for the purchase and set up of a Point of Sale (POS) System for the Laredo Energy Arena. This POS system will be used for LEA concessions, sales, inventory/audit controls and includes: the application, server, storage, database, all end user devices, training and turn key installation. Funding is available in the LEA Renewal and Replacement Division under the Sports & Community Venue Sales Tax Fund. 38. Authorizing the City Manager to enter into contract with lon Wave Technologies (IWT), Springfield, MO for a procurement web-based system (modular suite contract management, e-procurement solutions). Contract amount is for $27,495.00 initial year with annual renewal options of $24,995.00 per year for up to nine (9) years; contract is subject to future budget appropriations. This contract is utilizing the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program. Funding for this contract is available in the Finance-Purchasing Division fund. 39. Consideration to extend Contract FY14-064 for the following services, • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas; Agent Services: Laurel Insurance Agency & Associates, Inc. • 1) Third Party Medical Claims, Stop Loss, and COBRA Administration • 2) Pharmacy Benefit Management • 3) Medical Network • Connect Your Care through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas; Agent Services: Laurel Insurance Agency & Associates, Inc • 1) Section 125 Administration Original contract was awarded for three (3) years on July 21, 2014, therefore this would be the first one (1) year extension from two (2) extension periods allowed by the contracts. These extensions will be effective October 1, 2017. 40. Approving monthly adjustments to the tax roll. The amounts to be adjusted for the month of July 2017, represent a decrease of $7,659.93. These adjustments are determined by the Webb County Appraisal District and by court orders. 41. Consideration to authorize the installation of one (1) speed hump on Fray Augusto Lane, between Campanario and Bartalome, under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed hump, instead of a speed cushion, which is currently required under the policy. City Council District II Priority Fund will be used for this project in the amount of $2,000.00. 42. Authorizing the City Manager to award a contract in the amount of $245,215.00 to Pump Solutions, Hutto, Texas for the labor and parts to repair a Patterson 24 RHC 2 -Stage 10 MGD 600 HP Raw Water Pump at El Pico Water Treatment Plant for the Utilities Department. Funding is available in the Water Works Fund - Insurance proceeds as stipulated in Final Ordinance# 2017-0-102. 43. Consideration for approval of the selection of engineering consultant Texas Energy Engineering Services, Inc., Austin, Texas and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate a contract to conduct a Utility Assessment Report (UAR) based on Texas State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) requirements. The UAR needs to be completed to receive the loan closing from the SECO. 44. Authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) for the Utilities Department Asset Management Plan Phase II (implementation) in the amount of $197,136.00. Funding is available in the 2011 Sewer Revenue Bond. 45. Consideration to award a contract to Azteca Systems, LLC, Sandy, UT, on an annual basis for the term of three (3) years in the amount of $55,000.00, beginning of year one (1), $65,000.00, beginning of year two (2) and $75,000.00, beginning of year three (3), for the acquisition of software license, including software maintenance for the purpose of utilities infrastructure asset management. The selection of Cityworks Asset Management software is based on the recommendations in the Asset Management Plan Report developed by City of Laredo Utilities Staff and Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, consultant. The agreement offers an annual'ramped' pricing structure for three (3) years not to exceed a total of $195,000.00. Funding is available in the Water Works System Fund- Construction Division. 46. Consideration for acceptance of the South Laredo Wastewater Treatment Plant Administration Building by Trillium LLC dba Cobalt Construction, release of retainage as final payment in the amount of $119,849.98, and approval of final change order #1, a net decrease of ($28,130.00) for a total final contract amount of $1,198,499.75 and extension of time of 43 working days. Funding is available in the 2011 Sewer Revenue Bond.
Discussion with possible action on ongoing audits and/or irregularities identified by the Internal Auditor including the potential assignment of other and/or additional auditing duties; and any other matters incident thereto.
Request by Council Member Vidal Rodriguez Discussion with possible action to consider an Ordinance to implement a brush and bulky item collection service to include construction and demolition debris (wood, sheetrock, carpet, siding, etc.) and household waste and bulky items, such as used appliances, couches, and mattresses. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member Alberto Torres,Jr.)
Request by Mayor Pro-Tempore Alejandro "Alex" Perez Discussion with possible action on the maintenance and upkeep on playgrounds and exercise equipment in District Ill.
Discussion with possible action on-going City wide LED street lights based on the pilot program in District Ill and IV. Funding available in the District Ill Priority Fund.
Discussion with possible action on allocating monies from the District Ill Priority Fund for the Canseco house sustainable Community Garden Project.
Request by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. Discussion with possible action to instruct City Management to reach out to Webb County for possible funding assistance in the amount of $125,000.00 for the use of resurfacing the City of Laredo Health Department's parking lot which is being shared with the County of Webb's Fernando A. Salinas Community Center and authorizing the City Manager to amend the current Memorandum of Understanding to propose and sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.
G. Request by Council Member Roberto Balli 1. Discussion with possible action to have Laredo participate in National Flood Insurance Program's Community Rating System. XV. ADJOURN
Aug 21, 2017 City Council
The Mayor will be presenting the following: 1. Recognizing the management and staff of the Laredo Energy Arena for receiving the "Best Event Promotion" award from SMG National Marketing. This is the first time in the five (5) year participation at the SMG National Marketing Summit, the LEA wins a marketing award. 2. Recognition of Ms. Julianne Gamez and Ms. Alexis Flores on being selected to take part in the prestigious San Antonio Spurs Silver Dance Team and proudly representing the City of Laredo. 3. Recognizing Augustin Serna and Laura Mashuca for being named the 2017 Male and Female Athletes of the Year for the 22 and over age group for the Special Olympics Texas Area 21 Chapter State Wide Awards, and Ms. Olga Gutierrez for the 2017 Coach of the Year.
COMMUNICATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS Communiques Presentation by Vanessa Solis, Miss Laredo USA, and Fabiola Chavez, Miss Laredo Teen USA, on their respective bids for the state titles in their competition categories. Ms. Solis will be competing for the crown at the Miss Texas USA competition in Houston on September 1st -3rd and Fabiola Chavez will be competing for the crown at the Miss Texas Teen USA pageant in Houston on November 24th -26th.
Citizens are required to fill out a witness card and submit it to the City Secretary no later than 5:45 p.m. and identify themselves at the microphone. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. No more than three (3) persons will be allowed to speak on any side of an issue. Should there be more than three (3) people who wish to speak on a particular issue, they need to select not more than three (3) representatives to speak for them and the presiding officer may limit the public comments further in the interest of an orderly meeting. Speakers may not pass their minutes to any other speaker. Comments should be relevant to City business and delivered in a professionalmanner. No derogatory remarks will be permitted.
APPOINTMENTS TO COMMISSIONS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES 1. Appointment by Mayor Pete Saenz of Guillermo Benavidez to the Secondary Water Source Ad-Hoc Committee. 2. Appointment by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. of to the Secondary Water Source Ad-Hoc Committee. 3. Appointment by Mayor Pro-Tempore Alejandro "Alex'' Perez of to the Facility Naming & Recognition Commission.
Request by Council Member Nelly Vielma Discussion with possible action on adopting requirements to allow for more stringent regulation by the City of drive through businesses that provides retail services to the general public in a semi-nude state of dress.
Discussion with possible action to authorize City Manager to amend the Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of Laredo and Reel Dinner Partners-Laredo, LLC, and BACH Development-San Isidro, LLC, executed June 17, 2014, to reflect the new property owner, 30 West Pershing, LLC.
Item XII 48 & Item VIII 2 (Part 1 of 2)
48. Presentation of the Plan of Finance by Noe Hinojosa of Estrada-Hinojosa & Company, Inc., as it relates to the proposed issuance of new debt for various citywide projects in addition to the potential refunding of existing bonds. 2. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2013-0-114 of the City of Laredo and authorizing an increase of $0.25 per person for southbound pedestrian traffic and an increase of $0.50 per axle for southbound commercial traffic as further described in Exhibit "A" and hereby repealing all conflicting sections in all ordinances currently in effect.
Discussion with possible action on the maintenance and upkeep under the Chihuahua and Guadalupe Bridge.
EXECUTIVE SESSION The Council reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by Texas Government Code Sections 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberations about Real Property), 551,073 (Deliberations about Gifts and Donations), 551.074 (Personnel Matters), 551.076 (Deliberations about Security Devices), and 551.086 (Economic Development). Discussion on the terms and conditions of the City Manager's employment agreement.
48. Presentation of the Plan of Finance by Noe Hinojosa of Estrada-Hinojosa & Company, Inc., as it relates to the proposed issuance of new debt for various citywide projects in addition to the potential refunding of existing bonds. 2. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2013-0-114 of the City of Laredo and authorizing an increase of $0.25 per person for southbound pedestrian traffic and an increase of $0.50 per axle for southbound commercial traffic as further described in Exhibit "A" and hereby repealing all conflicting sections in all ordinances currently in effect.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for an Amusement Redemption Machine Establishment on Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block 350, Western Division, located at 11 lturbide Street. ZC-68-2017C Staff does not sypport the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit. District VIII
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning the S. 67.71' of Lot 5 and the S. 67.71' of the E. 23.01' of Lot 4, Block 289, Western Division, located at 2002 Hidalgo St., from R-0 (Residential/ Office District) to CBD (Central Business District). ZC-67-2017 Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Zone Change. Property is remote from contiguous CBD, a CUP reflecting CBD parking and setback requirements would be preferred. District VIII
PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Public Hearing for the adoption of a tax rate $0.637000 per $100 value for the Tax Year 2017. The tax rate will provide revenue for the general fund and debt service. The rate includes $0.491887 per $100 value for Maintenance and Operation and $0.145113 per $100 value for Sinking Fund of the Debt Service and is estimated to generate a tax levy of $84,097,503.00. The City Council is scheduled to vote on the tax rate on September 11, 2017 at 12 Noon and September 18, 2017 at 5:30 PM at City Council Chambers located at 1110 Houston St.
3. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Article VI [Investment Policy] of Chapter 2 [Administration] of the Code of Ordinances in order to: 1. Incorporate minor changes to further clarify language on the Investment Policy and have Article VI of Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances conform with Chapter 2256 of the Government Code, popularly known as "The Public Funds Investment Act" of the Texas Government Code; 2. Adjust I Update the current Broker I Dealer List and; 3. Provide for an effective date.
4. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept funds in the amount of $360,406.00 from the South Texas 9-1-1 Regional Administration Division to cost share personnel at the Laredo Police Department Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) in accordance with Section 771.0751 of the Texas Health and Safety Code and Rule 251.3 Use of Revenue in certain counties from the Commission on State Emergency Communications; and amending the FY2016-2017 General Fund budget of the City of Laredo by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $360,406.00 for Laredo Police Department Communications Division salaries.
5. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by repealing Ordinance 2014-0-026, and authorizing issuance of a Special Use Permit for a Restaurant Selling Alcohol, on Lots 1A, & 1B, Block 1, San Isidro/McPherson Subdivision, Unit II, located at 9710 & 9720 McPherson Rd.; providing for publication and effective date. Staff supports the application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Special Use Permit. ZC-56-2017 District VI
6. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 1, and 2, Block 3, Lomas Del Sur Subdivision, Unit I, and Lot 27, Block 3, Lomas Del Sur Subdivision, Unit XIII, located at 2501, 2511 & 2601 Lomas Del Sur Blvd., from B-1 (limited Commercial District) to B-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff supports the application and Planning & Zoning recommends approvalof the zone change. ZC-57-2017 District I
7. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 5, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 720 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-61-2017 District Ill 8. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 6, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 716 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-62-2017 District Ill 9. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 7, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 706 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-63-2017 District Ill 10. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning S. 50' of Lot 8, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 702 Chihuahua St., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-64-2017 District Ill 11. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning N. 88' of Lot 8, Block 35, Eastern Division, located at 1115 Cedar Dr., from R-0 (Residential/Office District) to B-3 (Community Business District). ZC-65-2017 District Ill
12. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 313, Block 14, Del Mar Hills Subdivision, located at 419 Del Mar Blvd., from R-S (Residential Suburban District) to R-0 (Residential/Office District). ZC-66-2017 Staff does no t support the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Zone Change. District V
13. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Conditional Use Permit for an Amusement Services (Indoors) on Lot 4-A, Block 8-A, Las Brisas Del Mar Subdivision Phase 1, located at 8602 McPherson Rd., Suites 104 and 105. ZC-69-2017C Staff does not support the application and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Conditional Use Permit. District VI
16. Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending Chapter 19 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic), Article XII (Transit System), Divisions 2 and 5, Sections 19-562(C) and 19-601.12, of the Code of Ordinances to increase fixed Transit Service Fares and Paratransit Fares; providing an effective date; and providing for publication.
IX. INTRODUCTORY ORDINANCES 17. An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Administration, of the Code of Ordinances by enacting Article IX entitled "Open Data Policy," consisting of sections 2-405 through 2-410, regarding open data accessibility for the City of Laredo; reserving sections 2-411 through 2-420; providing that this Ordinance shall be cumulative; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. 18. Setting the new speed limits on section of Cuatro Vientos, between Cielito Lindo Boulevard and Mangana-Hein Road, within the city limits of Laredo, Webb County, Texas, to 65 miles per hour, as defined in the Texas Department of Transportation control section map CS0086-16, providing for the installation of appropriate signs to indicate new speed changes in the designated area and providing for publication and effective date.
Discussion with possible action in regards to the Plantation East road extension to Shiloh Dr. and all matters incident thereto.
Items 22 (Part 1 of 2), 23, 26 - 28
22. 2017-0-101 Amending the City of Laredo's Waterworks Construction Fund FY 2016-2017 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $462,062.00. Insurance proceeds were received from the Texas Municipal League IntergovernmentalRisk Pool in the amount of $362,062.00 and the remaining $100,000.00 will be received upon completion of final investigation by TML. Funds will be used for repairs to existing pump and new magnetic meter at El Pico Water Treatment Plant. 23. 2017-0-102 Amending the City of Laredo's 2010 Sewer Revenue Bond FY 2016-2017 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $1,500,000.00. Proceeds in the amount of $1,500,000.00 will be received from the sale of the "surface only" of 6.9441 acre tract of land that is being purchased by AEP, Texas, Inc. Funds will be used to purchase additional land for the proposed Manadas Wastewater Treatment Plant. 26. 2017-0-106 Amending Chapter 19, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article VIII, Stopping, Standing, or Parking, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Laredo, specifically adding Subsection 19-364 (23) which establishes the north side of the 2000 block of E. Lyon Street, between Malinche Avenue and Urbahn Avenue, as a "No Parking Anytime/Tow Away" zone, providing severability and for an effective date and publication. 27. 2017-0-107 Amending Chapter 19, Motor Vehicles and Traffic, Article VIII, Stopping, Standing or Parking, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Laredo, specifically adding Subsection 19-364 (22) which establishes the west side of the 2900 block of N. Urbahn Avenue, between E. Frost Street and E. Lyon Street, as a "No Parking /Tow Away Zone" from 8 am to 5 pm, school days, providing for severability and for an effective date and publication. 28. 2017- 0 - 108 Ratifying the City Manager's approval of the amendment to the lease agreement between the City of Laredo and the United States Postal Service for the rental of office space at the Old Federal Courthouse located at 1300 Matamoros to authorize a temporary license agreement providing for the placement of a trailer on the street in front of the building for a period of five (5) months from August 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017 due to the emergency abatement, remediation and reconstruction of the Postal Service first floor area. The customary rental rate of $8,000.00 monthly will be suspended to allow for the lease payment of $1.00 during this same period.
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCES 19. 2017-0-091 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 8.10 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit "A", located at South of Flecha Lane and West of FM 1472 (Mines Road), from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-45-2017 District VII 20. 2017-0-099 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 12.35 acres out of Tract QMM Investments, LLC., Abstract 283, Porcion 23 L. Sanchez, located south of Flecha Lane and west of FM 1472, from AG (Agricultural District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District). ZC-54-2017 21. 2017-0-100 Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 42.95 acres out of Tract QMM Investments, LLC., Abstract 283, Porcion 23 L. Sanchez, located south of Flecha Lane and west of FM 1472, from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). ZC-55-2017
22. 2017-0-101 Amending the City of Laredo's Waterworks Construction Fund FY 2016-2017 Annual Budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $462,062.00. Insurance proceeds were received from the Texas Municipal League IntergovernmentalRisk Pool in the amount of $362,062.00 and the remaining $100,000.00 will be received upon completion of final investigation by TML. Funds will be used for repairs to existing pump and new magnetic meter at El Pico Water Treatment Plant.
24. 2017-0-103 Authorizing the City Manager to execute a billboard lease with Lamar Outdoor Advertising located on U.S. Highway 83, known as the Riverhill Property. The term for the this parcel will consist of a five (5) year lease, at the annual base rental amount of $2,700.00 with an additional20% of revenue generated less the base rent for a 12-month period .
25. 2017-0-105 Amending Chapter 28, Article IX Entitled "Public Right-of-Way Management" of the Laredo Code of Ordinances by adding Division 12, Section 28-243 through 28-253 regarding the siting of wireless communications facilities in the public rights-of-way; and providing an effective date of September 1, 2017.
29. 2017-R-84 Authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $181,880.00 to the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division, for the purpose of funding the Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program. The funds will be used to equip 200 officers at risk of shootings with bullet-resistant personal body armor compliant with the NationalInstitute of Justice (NIJ) standard for rifle protection. The Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program will begin January 01, 2018 through March 01, 2018 and may not exceed 12 months. This program does not require matching funds. 30. 2017-R-85 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant award in the amount of $637,768.00 from the Texas Auto Burglary & Theft Prevention Authority to fund the Laredo Auto Theft Task Force for the period of September 1, 2017 through August 31, 2018 to pay for salaries and supplies. The grant requires a cash match in the amount of $369,345.00 which is available in the General Fund for a total grant amount of $1,007,113.00. 31. 2017-R-86 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant in the amount of $137,000.00 from the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for the purpose of funding the 2018 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) for the period of September 1, 2017 through August 31, 2018. This grant does not require matching funds. Funding will be used to pay for overtime to increase patrol security along the Texas-Mexican border. 32. 2017-R-87 Amending Resolution #2017-R-79 by adding one (1) additional memorandum of understanding (U.S. Marshals - Sex Offenders Joint Operation) to the list of cooperative working agreements/mutual assistance agreements/memorandums of understanding between the City of Laredo Police Department and various federal, state and localagencies, including but not limited to: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), SCAN, eta/., a comprehensive list is attached hereto as "Exhibit A". The Police Department's participation is part of the community service provided to our citizens, with no cost to the City of Laredo. 33. 2017-R-090 Authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application, if offered, to the Federal Aviation Administration in the amount of $7,000,000.00 for the Laredo International Airport and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents resulting from the award. The purpose of the grant is to provide funding for the reconstruction of Cargo Apron Phase 10, Taxiway E Widening, and Runway Re-designation Signage & Markings. The City's local match in the amount of $777,777.00 (10%) is available in the Airport Construction Fund. 34. Authorizing the City Manager, in support of the City of Laredo International Airport Compatibility Program, to award a contract for Sound Insulation Services to Northeast Noise Abatement Corporation of Warwick, Rl in the amount of $1,454,000.00 as the lowest bidder. Sound Insulation improvements will be performed on 97 units to meet Federal Aviation Administration acceptable sound insulation limits. Funding is available through FAA Airport Improvement Project (AlP) Grant# 80. 35. Authorizing the City Manager to approve and execute the first, two (2) year extension of the contract with Landscapes Management Company, LLC, for the operation and management of the clubhouse, golf course, cart facility, maintenance building and appurtenances, and any other golf course or golf related facility owned by the City and situated on the real property located at 27700 FM 1472, known as the Max A. Mandel Municipal Golf Course with the following terms: 1. Two (2) additional two (2) year renewal options still available; 2. A management fee will be $7,426.30 per month due October 2017 if requirements are met ($89,115.60 annually). 3. The management fee will increase by 3% each fiscal year on October 1st. 4. Incentive fee of 10% of increase in Net Operating Income over the prior fiscal year. 5. In the event that Landscapes fails to meet the Net Operating Income projections by $100,000.00 or more for fiscal year, the City shall have the right, in its discretion, to adjust the Base Management Fee as per the contract. The initial term of this two (2) year extension will commence on October 1, 2017 and end on September 30, 2019 on terms mutually agreed. This contract is subject to the approval of the FY 2017-2018 budget appropriations. 36. Authorizing the City Manager to enter into and execute a contract between Centurylink and the City of Laredo for the purchase of Sentry Software and Equipment through the Houston Galveston Area Council of Governments (HGAC) Cooperative Purchasing Contract EC07-16 in the totalamount of $52,996.27. The Sentry Software and Equipment will be provided to all eight (8) Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) located throughout the South Texas Region. Sentry is a System Management product that provides enhanced maintenance monitoring, including immediate notification of irregular behavior of the 9-1-1 System. Funding is available in the Regional 9-1-1 Fund. 37. Consideration to award a contract to NCR from Dayton, Ohio (Fred Constant) in the estimated amount of $109,592.37 for the purchase and set up of a Point of Sale (POS) System for the Laredo Energy Arena. This POS system will be used for LEA concessions, sales, inventory/audit controls and includes: the application, server, storage, database, all end user devices, training and turn key installation. Funding is available in the LEA Renewal and Replacement Division under the Sports & Community Venue Sales Tax Fund. 38. Authorizing the City Manager to enter into contract with lon Wave Technologies (IWT), Springfield, MO for a procurement web-based system (modular suite contract management, e-procurement solutions). Contract amount is for $27,495.00 initial year with annual renewal options of $24,995.00 per year for up to nine (9) years; contract is subject to future budget appropriations. This contract is utilizing the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program. Funding for this contract is available in the Finance-Purchasing Division fund. 39. Consideration to extend Contract FY14-064 for the following services, • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas; Agent Services: Laurel Insurance Agency & Associates, Inc. • 1) Third Party Medical Claims, Stop Loss, and COBRA Administration • 2) Pharmacy Benefit Management • 3) Medical Network • Connect Your Care through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas; Agent Services: Laurel Insurance Agency & Associates, Inc • 1) Section 125 Administration Original contract was awarded for three (3) years on July 21, 2014, therefore this would be the first one (1) year extension from two (2) extension periods allowed by the contracts. These extensions will be effective October 1, 2017. 40. Approving monthly adjustments to the tax roll. The amounts to be adjusted for the month of July 2017, represent a decrease of $7,659.93. These adjustments are determined by the Webb County Appraisal District and by court orders. 41. Consideration to authorize the installation of one (1) speed hump on Fray Augusto Lane, between Campanario and Bartalome, under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed hump, instead of a speed cushion, which is currently required under the policy. City Council District II Priority Fund will be used for this project in the amount of $2,000.00. 42. Authorizing the City Manager to award a contract in the amount of $245,215.00 to Pump Solutions, Hutto, Texas for the labor and parts to repair a Patterson 24 RHC 2 -Stage 10 MGD 600 HP Raw Water Pump at El Pico Water Treatment Plant for the Utilities Department. Funding is available in the Water Works Fund - Insurance proceeds as stipulated in Final Ordinance# 2017-0-102. 43. Consideration for approval of the selection of engineering consultant Texas Energy Engineering Services, Inc., Austin, Texas and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate a contract to conduct a Utility Assessment Report (UAR) based on Texas State Energy Conservation Office (SECO) requirements. The UAR needs to be completed to receive the loan closing from the SECO. 44. Authorizing the City Manager to award a contract to Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) for the Utilities Department Asset Management Plan Phase II (implementation) in the amount of $197,136.00. Funding is available in the 2011 Sewer Revenue Bond. 45. Consideration to award a contract to Azteca Systems, LLC, Sandy, UT, on an annual basis for the term of three (3) years in the amount of $55,000.00, beginning of year one (1), $65,000.00, beginning of year two (2) and $75,000.00, beginning of year three (3), for the acquisition of software license, including software maintenance for the purpose of utilities infrastructure asset management. The selection of Cityworks Asset Management software is based on the recommendations in the Asset Management Plan Report developed by City of Laredo Utilities Staff and Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, consultant. The agreement offers an annual'ramped' pricing structure for three (3) years not to exceed a total of $195,000.00. Funding is available in the Water Works System Fund- Construction Division. 46. Consideration for acceptance of the South Laredo Wastewater Treatment Plant Administration Building by Trillium LLC dba Cobalt Construction, release of retainage as final payment in the amount of $119,849.98, and approval of final change order #1, a net decrease of ($28,130.00) for a total final contract amount of $1,198,499.75 and extension of time of 43 working days. Funding is available in the 2011 Sewer Revenue Bond.
Discussion with possible action on ongoing audits and/or irregularities identified by the Internal Auditor including the potential assignment of other and/or additional auditing duties; and any other matters incident thereto.
Request by Council Member Vidal Rodriguez Discussion with possible action to consider an Ordinance to implement a brush and bulky item collection service to include construction and demolition debris (wood, sheetrock, carpet, siding, etc.) and household waste and bulky items, such as used appliances, couches, and mattresses. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member Alberto Torres,Jr.)
Request by Mayor Pro-Tempore Alejandro "Alex" Perez Discussion with possible action on the maintenance and upkeep on playgrounds and exercise equipment in District Ill.
Discussion with possible action on-going City wide LED street lights based on the pilot program in District Ill and IV. Funding available in the District Ill Priority Fund.
Discussion with possible action on allocating monies from the District Ill Priority Fund for the Canseco house sustainable Community Garden Project.
Request by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. Discussion with possible action to instruct City Management to reach out to Webb County for possible funding assistance in the amount of $125,000.00 for the use of resurfacing the City of Laredo Health Department's parking lot which is being shared with the County of Webb's Fernando A. Salinas Community Center and authorizing the City Manager to amend the current Memorandum of Understanding to propose and sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto.
G. Request by Council Member Roberto Balli 1. Discussion with possible action to have Laredo participate in National Flood Insurance Program's Community Rating System. XV. ADJOURN