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 professional manner. No derogatory remarks will be permitted.
Request by Council Member Nelly Vilma Recognizing Mayor Pro Tempore Charlie San Miguel, City Council District VI, for his untiring commitment to his community as the council representative in District VI for the past eight (8) years. These two consecutive council terms were well marked by his willingness to work with staff, make appearances, declare proclamations, attend meetings & press conferences, travel, and generally giving of his time and talent.
Request by Council Member Rudy Gonzalez, J r. Discussion with possible action on a presentation of Dream Court.
Request by Council Member Alejandro "Alex" Perez Discussion with possible action to conduct a feasibility study to incorporate permanent cooling and heating systems for all kennels at the Animal Care Services Shelter; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr.)
Discussion with possible action related to the December 13, 2018 election day voting location in Precinct 129 and any other matters incident thereto.
10. 2018-0-176 Ordinance authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of approximately $12,975,000.00 of "City Of Laredo, Texas Public Property Finance Contractual Obligations, Series 2018" for the purchase of personal property; securing the payment thereof by authorizing the levy of an annual ad valorem tax; approving and authorizing the execution of all instruments and procedures related thereto including a paying agent/registrar agreement and a purchase contract; approving the form of an official statement; authorizing amendment to the city's budget to appropriate such proceeds for purposes authorized herein; and declaring an effective date. 11. 2018-0-177 Ordinance authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of approximately $12,695,000.00 of "City Of Laredo, Texas Combination Tax And Revenue Certificates Of Obligation, Series 2018" for paying all or a portion of the city's contractual obligations incurred for the purpose of ( 1) planning, constructing, improving and repairing city streets and sidewalks, together with right-of-ways acquisition, and drainage, traffic and street signalization, street lighting, landscaping, railroad crossing and lighting improvements; (2) planning, acquiring and installing citywide led street lights; (3) acquiring, constructing and improving municipal parks and recreational facilities; (4) acquiring municipal equipment and municipal vehicles for various city departments, to wit: city administration, health and welfare department, engineering department, parks and leisure department, public safety departments, public works department, transit department; muni,cipal court department; traffic department; and animal care services department; and (5) paying legal, fiscal, and engineering fees in connection with such projects; securing the payment thereof by authorizing the levy of an annual ad valorem tax; approving and authorizing the execution of all instruments and procedures related thereto including a paying agent/registrar agreement; approving the form of an official statement; authorizing amendment to the city's budget to appropriate such proceeds for purposes authorized herein; and declaring an effective date.
COMMUNICATIONS Recognizing all participants and agencies that provided services at no cost during the 3rd Annual Stand Down for Homeless Veterans event held on November 15, 2018 at Jarvis Plaza. Three Hundred and Six (306) attendees participated at the event including Four (4) Homeless Veterans, Sixteen (16) Veterans, and Sixty (60) Homeless Individual.
Request by Council Member Alejandro "Alex" Perez Discussion with possible action on Texas World Series to be hosted in Laredo with an expected attendance of five thousand people from ten different countries Mexico, Puerto Rico, Honduras, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia plus local teams.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately approximately 5 acres out of Porcion 23, Leonardo Sanchez Survey, Abstract 283, located south of Shiloh Dr. and east of Kirby Dr., as further described by Metes & Bounds on Exhibit A, located south of Shiloh Dr. and east of Kirby Dr., from B-4 (Highway Commercial District) to AG (Agricultural District). Staff supports the application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Zone Change. ZC-05-2019
Authorizing the City Manager to execute an application with the Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for the Voluntary Clean Up Program as a co-applicant with 2310 Saunders, LLC and Crossett Development I, LLC for the property located at 2310 E. Saunders, the current location for HEB Saunders on the North East corner of Saunders and Bartlett as is required by the Texas Commission For Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 11, Block 1, Sierra Vista Unit I V-A, located at 4619 U.S. Highway 83, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff does not support the application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Zone Change. ZC-85-2018 District I
Public Hearing and consideration of a motion to approve the following improvement to an existing historic building at Lots 8, 9 & 10, Block 70, Western Division, located at 1219 Matamoros St., Locally Designated Historic Landmark, including: 1) a proposed new "El Abrazo" Mural, on the south wall of the Sames Moore Building (AKA Rialto Hotel) as further described in attached Exhibit "A". HDLB-02-2019 District VIII Historic District/Landmark Board Recommendation: The HDL Board tabled this item at their regular HDLB meeting of November 8 1 2018, and were unable to reach consensus at the special meeting of November 20, 2018. Therefore the applicant has since exercised the right to appeal this decision directly to City Council. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed improvement ("El Abrazo" Mural).
Request by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. Discussion with possible action to reconsider effluent water contract with Laredo Country Club and address action taken by City Council on November 5, 2018 as it pertains to item #37 of said meeting date, and other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Mayor Pete Saenz and Council Member Roberto Balli)
Discussion with possible action to instruct the City Manager to authorize staff to install speed humps at the following locations, under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed humps, instead of speed cushions, which is currently required under the policy; and any other matters incident thereto. City Council District VI Priority Funds will be used for this project.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2018-2019 Hotel Motel Occupancy Tax Fund budget by appropriating $513,000.00 from fund balance. The funds from Hotel Motel Occupancy Tax fund balance will be draw down to cover renovation expenses and other costs associated with the Convention and Visitors Bureau Office relocation to El Portal.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to submit a continuation grant application in the estimated amount of $137,800.00 to the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) through the South Texas Development Council (STDC) for the continuation of the City of Laredo Health Department's Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Project (HOPWA) to assist with housing and utilities for the term of February 1, 2019 through January 31, 2020 and further authorizing the City Manager to execute any and all documents resulting from the award of this grant.
Items IX 6, IX 7, IX 8, IX 9, & XI 12 - XI 18
6. Accepting the donation from Riverhills Investment LLC, of a 18. 785 acre tract of land, more or less, situated in Porcion 35, Abstract 546, Jose M. Diaz, Original Grantee and Survey 2149, Abstract 594, R.H. Raines, Original Grantee, within the City Limits of the Laredo and Webb County, Texas, out and part of the New Santa Fe, LTD. (71.986 Acre) Tract I, recorded in Volume 4394, Pages 566-572 of the Webb County deed records in exchange for a Two Hundred Thousand Dollar ( $200,000.00) credit toward future development fees applicable exclusively to the balance of the 71.989 acre tract referred to in plat records as the Riverhill South Subdivision, the City's agreement to take water run off from the balance of the 71.989 acre tract, and an agreement that the value of the 18. 785 acres in excess of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ( $200,000.00) shall be considered a donation to the City. This 18. 785 acre tract being more particularly described by metes and bounds provided in Exhibit A and depicted in Exhibit B. 7. An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas establishing a mandatory orientation and training program for newly elected city officials designed to provide key information pertaining to the exercise of their legal and ethical responsibilities as well as to provide an overview of the key aspects involved in municipal government; providing for a severability clause; and establishing an effective date. 8. Authorizing the City Manager to renew a lease agreement by and between Laredo Transit Management, Inc., (Lessor) and the City of Laredo Department of Community Development, (Lessee). This is for the leased building space at the Laredo Transit Center, located at 1301 Farragut Street, of 6,628 square feet, second and third floors (East). The term will be for two (2) years, with a one (1) year renewal option, commencing on December 1, 2018. The monthly sum is $4,586.58 ( $.6920 per square foot). The prorated shared cost of 20% of the electric and water bills, remain the same, except, amending number fourteen (#14) of the Lease Agreement, to include FTA regulations. 9. Authorizing the City Manager to renew a lease agreement by and between Laredo Transit Management, Inc., (Lessor) and The City of Laredo Police Department (Lessee) for the lease of 2,681.61 square feet, located in the second (2nd) floor, west wing of the Laredo Transit Center, 1301 Farragut St. The rate per square foot is $.6920, for a total monthly sum of $1,855.67, commencing on December 1, 2018. The term will be for two (2) years, with a one (1) year renewal option. The prorated share cost of 25% of the electric bill, 25% of the water bill and the rental fee of $30.00 per month for Parking will remain the same. In addition, number fourteen (#14) of the Lease Agreement is amended to include FTA regulations. 12. 2018-0-178 amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 5.66 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds Exhibit A, located at East of Piedmont St. from RS M (Residential Suburban Multi- Family District) to R-1 (Single Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-84-2018 District VI 13. 2018-0-179 Amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 7 and 8, Block 1764, Eastern Division, located at 2918 and 2920 Pine St., from B-1 (Limited Business District) to 8-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-87-2018 District II 14. 2018-0-180 amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit for a Restaurant Serving Alcohol on Lots 7, 8 and 9, Block 71, Eastern Division, located at 2020 Corpus Christi St.; providing for publication and effective date. ZC-89-2018 District III 15. 2018-0-181 Amending the FY 2018-2019 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Position Listing by adding three (3) Nutrition Aide, R23 positions for the City of Laredo Health Department (CLHD) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program to continue to provide nutrition education and food supplemental services to women and children with nutrition and health risks and improve customer services and program performance. Funding is available through the Health Department Budget through grant funds from Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). 16. 2018-0-182 Authorizing the City Manager to execute supplemental lease agreement no. 5 to Lease GS-07B-15259 approved by Ordinance 2002-0-325 dated December 16, 2002 with General Services Administration for approximately 1,533 square feet constituting office space occupied by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) located at 5210 Bob Bullock Loop at the Laredo International Airport. Said supplemental lease agreement extends the lease term (2) years until November 2020. The monthly rent amount is $5,171.87 and shall be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index. All other terms and conditions of the lease agreement remain unchanged and in effect; providing for an effective date. 17. 2018-0-183 An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Article II, Chapter 28, Sign Regulations, of the Code of Ordinances by amending Section 28-23(98) to provide for subdivision signs within city right-of-way under certain conditions; providing for time place, and manner regulations for such subdivision signs; providing a cumulative and repealer clause; providing a severability clause; providing for publication; and declaring an effective date. 18. 2018-O-184 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant and amend the fiscal year 2017-2018 budget with a supplemental award in the amount of $109,214.00 to fund the Laredo Police Department HIDTA Task Force. This grant is funded by the Executive Office of the President, Office of the National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), and High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) at no cost to the City. Funding will be used to pay fringe benefits, overtime, equipment and operational expenses from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2018 for the LPD HIDTA Task Force.
19. 2018-R-157 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a tax abatement agreement between the City of Laredo and Oscar & Adriana G. Pena for a proposed project located at 301 Gustavus St, Lot 1; Block 282; Eastern division that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone ( NE Z). This agreement will be for a ten (10) year period and will abate taxes on new improvements for the purpose of economic development. The project has an estimated capital investment total of $109,829.05, estimated annual tax abatement total of $696.32 and estimated total fee waivers of $1,540.00. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information. 20. 2018-R-165 Authorizing the City Manager to execute the renewal of a Clinical Affiliation Agreement between the City of Laredo Fire Department and Laredo Regional Medical Center LP OBA Doctors Hospital of Laredo. Laredo Fire Department provides its Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic students with clinical training available at Doctors Hospital of Laredo. 21. 2018-R-168 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of Laredo and Gerardo Ramirez and Teresita lsella Ramirez for a proposed project located at 1812 Benavides, west 1 /2 of lot 6; block 276; western division that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone ( NE Z). This agreement will be for a ten (10) year period and will abate taxes on new improvements for the purpose of economic development. The project has an estimated capital investment total of $93,500.00, estimated annual tax abatement total of $287.71 and estimated total fee waivers of $2,021.61. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information.
Items XII 23 - XII 28 & XII 30 - XII 46
23. Amending the City of Laredo's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Policy and Procedures Manual pertaining to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan (HRL) and Livability Grant (LG) Programs. Changes to the scope of the following two programs: Housing Rehabilitation Loan (HRL) Program • An increase to the loan amount from $35,000 to $50,000. • Eliminating the requirement for the home to have the cost of repair not to exceed 40% of the estimated market value of the unit after the repairs. Livability Grant (LG) Program • An increase to the grant amount from $8,000 to $15,000. • Changing the general eligibility criteria from no previous CDBG grants within the last year to three years. In addition, update all necessary exhibits and reference documentation to ensure program compliance. 24. Authorizing the award of 2017 HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds for Community Housing Development Organization (CHOO) set-aside funds in the amount of $127,090.00 to Habitat for Humanity of Laredo, Inc. The funding will be to assist in part with the construction of two (2) homes and include the purchase of one (1) lot located in Riverhills Subdivision; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents in support of the same. 25. Consideration for approval of award of construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder Davila Construction, Inc. , San Antonio, Texas, in the base bid amount of $405,000.00 for the Community Development Department Fernando A. Salinas Elderly Rental Housing Project Located at 1806 Juarez Avenue with a construction contract time of one hundred fifty (150) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for July 2019. Funding is available in the Home Investment Partnership Grant Funds. 26. Consideration for approval to ratify change order No. 1 an increase of $27,019.40 to the construction contract with ALC Construction Co., Inc, Laredo, Texas for the Sidewalk Improvements Phase II Alma Pierce Elementary School (17 Blocks -District I V). This change order is for additional concrete sidewalk and retaining walls. Current construction contract amount with this change order is $186,519.40. Completion date for the project is scheduled for December 2018. Funding is available in the District I V Priority Funds -2018 CO Bond. 27. Consideration for approval to award a construction contract to the lowest bidder L MC Corporation, San Antonio, Texas, based on a re-negotiated value engineered proposal in the amount of $342,581.20 for the Convention Visitors Bureau Offices at El Portal located at 1600 Water Street with a construction contract time of one hundred eighty (180) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for August 2019. Funding is available in the Maintenance -Building and Other Improvements and Furnishing. 28. Consideration for approval to award a construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder Romo Contractor, LLC., Laredo, Texas, in the base bid amount of $928,910.00 for the El Eden Park Improvements Project (Splash Park) with a construction contract time of one hundred eighty ( 180) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for July 2019. Funding is available in the 2017 CDBG Grant and District I Priority Funding from 2017 CO Bond, the 2018 CO Bond. 30. Consideration to authorize the purchase of protective structural fire fighting suits for the Fire Department from DAGO Fire Equipment, Lubbock, Tx., through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing Program's contract pricing in the total amount of $216,503.28. Funding is available in the Fire Department FY 18-19 operational budget. 31. Authorizing the City Manager to accept a contract amendment with sole source provider Netsmart Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $222,586.60 to be paid over a three (3) year period to upgrade our current electronic medical record and health information system software to mylnsight, which will improve clinic, laboratory and patient care services and operations and improve our Health Electronic Information Systems in accordance with State and Federal guidelines. Through this new upgrade we will improve quality patient care, the continuum of care and as well link our system to a community health information sharing system among providers and patients. Subject to future appropriations funding is available through the Health Department budget support service line items under grant divisions. 32. Consideration to extend contract number FY 14-064 to United American for the Retiree Medicare Supplement & RX Plan. The term of this contract is for three (3) years with two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods. This is the last extension period allowed by the contract and will be effective January 1, 2019. There is a 3.35% rate increase. Funding is available in the Health & Benefits Fund (Medical Contribution Retirees account). 33. Consideration to award annual supply contract FY19-011 to the low bidder CMC Commercial Materials, Laredo, Texas for the purchase and repair of handheld landscaping equipment in an amount up to $100,000.00 for all City departments. This contract establishes pricing and discount percentage for those handheld landscaping equipment and repair services most commonly utilized by City departments. This contract has four extension periods and can be renewed upon mutual agreement of both parties. All items will be purchased on an as needed basis and funding will be secured from the user department budgets. 34. Consideration to amend contract FY17-067 by 25% for the purchase of Ford OEM parts with Sames Motor Company, Laredo, Texas in an additional amount up to $25,000.00 due to increase in usage. The term of this contract shall expire on 6/18/19; new contract total amount will be $125,000.00. All parts will be purchased on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Fleet Maintenance Fund. 35. Consideration to authorize the purchase of product and services to sole source provider, SirsiDynix from Provo, UT., for an approximate annual amount of $60,000.00. SirsiDynix is the City of Laredo Public Library integrated library system called Horizon which is the database for the library catalog which allows patrons to find items in the libraries. The other product under Horizon is Enterprise, and online public access catalog which provides an intuitive user interface while linking eBook Collection to the same catalog. The term of this service is for five (5) years, subject to future appropriations of funds. Funding is available on the Public Library General Fund. 36. Consideration to award a two (2) year contract FY19-016 to Laredo Spring Water, Laredo, Texas in the estimated annual amount of $30,000.00 for rental of water dispensers and purchase of water for various departments, on an as needed basis. This is a two (2) year contract and can be extended for two (2) additional one year contract with the same specifications and pricing, upon mutual agreement of parties. Funding is available on the respective departmental accounts. 37. Consideration to renew contract FY16-034 with Industrial Property Brokers, Laredo, Texas, in an amount up to $476,550.00 for the purchase and hauling of approximately 135,000 tons of earthen soils to the City's Solid Waste facility. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year beginning as of the date of its execution. This is the third of six extension periods. There was no price increase during the last extension period. All earthen soils will be purchased on an as needed basis. The Solid Waste Department will use these soils to cover the landfill cells on a weekly basis in accordance to TCEQ requirements. Funding is available in the Solid Waste Services Department Fund. 38. Consideration to renew annual supply contract number FY15-008 to Vulcan Construction Materials LP., San Antonio, Texas in an amount up to $298,050.00 for the purchase of crushed limestone rock asphalt, type I, grade AA. There will be an increase of 5% during this extension period due to an increase in production and transportation costs. The term of this contract shall be for a one (1) year period. This is the fourth of five extension periods. All materials are purchased on an as needed basis utilizing the Public Works Department and construction project budgets. 39. Consideration to renew and amend contract FY18-033 by 25% for the purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts/service for the City's Case equipment with Nueces Power Equipment, Corpus Christi, Texas, in an additional amount up to $18,750.00 due to an increase in usage; new contract total amount will be $93,750.00. All parts and services will be secured on an as needed basis. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year beginning as of the date of its execution. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the first of two extension periods. Funding is available in the Fleet Maintenance budget. 40. Consideration to award contract FY19-012 to Western Towers, San Angelo, T X in the amount of $135,567.00 for the purchase and installation of a self support tower. This tower I equipment is for a complete 220 ft. self support tower for the South Laredo Waste Water Treatment Plant. Funding is available in the Information Technology Fund. 41. Consideration to renew annual contract FY17-011 with the following bidders : 1. Andy's Auto Air & Supplies, Inc. (DBA: Andy's Auto & Bus Air , Inc.), Laredo, Texas in an estimated amount up to $60,000.00;and 2. Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an estimated amount up to $40,000.00; for air conditioning system repairs for the medium and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment for the Fleet Division. The term of the contract shall be for period of one (1) year. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This the second of four extension periods. Funding is available in the Fleet Maintenance budget. 42. Consideration to renew contract FY16-063 with Rochester Armored Car Co. Inc., Omaha, Nebraska, in an amount up to $144,351.84 for providing bank courier service for city operations to various city departments. This is a two (2) year contract subject to continued appropriations in future fiscal years. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the first of three (2-year) extension periods. Funding is available in the respective departmental budgets. 43. Consideration to authorize the purchase of two (2) 2018 Ford Transit Trans 150 LR wagon vans in the total amount of $52,823.50 from Silsbee Ford, Silsbee, Texas through the GoodBuy Cooperative Purchasing Program 's contract pricing. The purchase of these two van vehicles is to replace vehicles used by Bridge for operations that have already reached its useful life. Funding is available in the 2019 Bridge Systems Funds. 44. Consideration to renew annual supply contract number FY14-084 to the following vendors: 1. Brenntag Southwest, Houston, Texas 2. Chemrite, Inc., Buford, Georgia 3. Chemtrade Chemicals, Parsippany, New Jersey 4. Pencco, Inc., San Felipe, Texas 5. Polydyne, Inc., Riceboro, Georgia for the purchase of water and wastewater treatment chemicals for the Utilities Department. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two (2) years beginning as of the date of its execution. Approximately $2, 000,000.00 is spent on an annual basis and contract is subject to future appropriations. This is the second of three extension periods. There will be no price increase during this extension period. All chemicals will be purchased on as needed basis. Funding is available in the Water and Wastewater Treatment Division's operating budgets. 45. Consideration to ratify and approve purchase of maintenance parts and services for the Sames Auto Arena Ice Rink from vendor CIMCO Refrigeration Inc., Mobile, AL in the amount of $106,491.04. Cimco is the Original Equipment Manufacturer of captive parts and services for arena ice rink plant. Repair services performed included: the repair/rebuild of three (3) Cimco Mycom Ammonia Compressors, Refrigeration System Safety Testing and Ice Rink Start-Up Service; also included is a Yearly, Quarterly Maintenance & Inspection service agreement. Funding is available in the Sports and Community Venue Sales Tax Fund. 46. Consideration to authorize the purchase of a Posi Shell applicator to be used at the landfill. The vendor is LSC Environmental Products, LLC a sole source vendor. Posi Shell is a blend of clay binders, reinforcing fibers, and polymers that, when mixed with water or leachate, produces a spray-applied mortar that dries in a form of a thin durable stucco. Posi Shell is used as an alternative to soil cover requirements for litter, vectors, scavenging, fire and odors. The estimated amount is $110,000.00. Funding is available in the Solid Waste Fund in previous year's bonds 2012CO, 2014PPFCO, and 2015CO.
Consideration for approval of award of construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder AOC Calton, Ltd., dba Summit Building and Design, Laredo, Texas, in the base bid amount of $2,133,000.00 for the City of Laredo Downtown Elderly Rental Apartments Located at 820 Convent Avenue with a construction contract time of three hundred (300) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for March 2020. Funding is available in the 2016 and 2018 CDBG Grant/2018 Home Grant.
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.
48. Discussion with possible action to consider a fifth request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Alfredo Rodriguez. 49. Discussion with possible action to consider a sixth request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer James B. Boyd. 50. Discussion with possible action to consider a fourth request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Jesus A. Garcia Perez. 51. Discussion with possible action to consider a second request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Agapito Perez. 52. Discussion with possible action to consider a third request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Arturo Vela.
Report on Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Drivers in Utilities and other City departments as requested by City Council with possible action; and any other matters incident thereto.
Report on the 2018 Tecolotes De Los Dos Laredos contract with 2L4L Baseball, LLC. which officially ended October 31, 2018 and the Border Fest event held on October 13, 2018.
XV. RECESS AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD 56. 2018-RT-09 Authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $12,343,854 to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5339 (b) Bus and Bus Facilities Program under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act. Funding will be used to design, and construction for the first phase of El Metro's Administration, Operations and Maintenance Facility located at the corner of N. Bartlett and Jacaman street. The required local match for this grant will be funded in by in-kind from the value of the land. XVI. ADJOURN AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD AND RECONVENE AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL
8. Request by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. 1. Discussion with possible action to instruct the City Manager to authorize staff to install speed humps at the following locations, under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed humps, instead of speed cushions, which is currently required under the policy; and any other matters incident thereto. City Council District IV Priority Funds will be used for this project. Total cost is $2,500.00. a. One (1) speed hump on 1800 Reynolds St., between Tapeyste Ave. and N. Buena Vista Ave. XVII. ADJOURN
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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 professional manner. No derogatory remarks will be permitted.
Request by Council Member Nelly Vilma Recognizing Mayor Pro Tempore Charlie San Miguel, City Council District VI, for his untiring commitment to his community as the council representative in District VI for the past eight (8) years. These two consecutive council terms were well marked by his willingness to work with staff, make appearances, declare proclamations, attend meetings & press conferences, travel, and generally giving of his time and talent.
Request by Council Member Rudy Gonzalez, J r. Discussion with possible action on a presentation of Dream Court.
Request by Council Member Alejandro "Alex" Perez Discussion with possible action to conduct a feasibility study to incorporate permanent cooling and heating systems for all kennels at the Animal Care Services Shelter; and any other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr.)
Discussion with possible action related to the December 13, 2018 election day voting location in Precinct 129 and any other matters incident thereto.
10. 2018-0-176 Ordinance authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of approximately $12,975,000.00 of "City Of Laredo, Texas Public Property Finance Contractual Obligations, Series 2018" for the purchase of personal property; securing the payment thereof by authorizing the levy of an annual ad valorem tax; approving and authorizing the execution of all instruments and procedures related thereto including a paying agent/registrar agreement and a purchase contract; approving the form of an official statement; authorizing amendment to the city's budget to appropriate such proceeds for purposes authorized herein; and declaring an effective date. 11. 2018-0-177 Ordinance authorizing the issuance, sale and delivery of approximately $12,695,000.00 of "City Of Laredo, Texas Combination Tax And Revenue Certificates Of Obligation, Series 2018" for paying all or a portion of the city's contractual obligations incurred for the purpose of ( 1) planning, constructing, improving and repairing city streets and sidewalks, together with right-of-ways acquisition, and drainage, traffic and street signalization, street lighting, landscaping, railroad crossing and lighting improvements; (2) planning, acquiring and installing citywide led street lights; (3) acquiring, constructing and improving municipal parks and recreational facilities; (4) acquiring municipal equipment and municipal vehicles for various city departments, to wit: city administration, health and welfare department, engineering department, parks and leisure department, public safety departments, public works department, transit department; muni,cipal court department; traffic department; and animal care services department; and (5) paying legal, fiscal, and engineering fees in connection with such projects; securing the payment thereof by authorizing the levy of an annual ad valorem tax; approving and authorizing the execution of all instruments and procedures related thereto including a paying agent/registrar agreement; approving the form of an official statement; authorizing amendment to the city's budget to appropriate such proceeds for purposes authorized herein; and declaring an effective date.
COMMUNICATIONS Recognizing all participants and agencies that provided services at no cost during the 3rd Annual Stand Down for Homeless Veterans event held on November 15, 2018 at Jarvis Plaza. Three Hundred and Six (306) attendees participated at the event including Four (4) Homeless Veterans, Sixteen (16) Veterans, and Sixty (60) Homeless Individual.
Request by Council Member Alejandro "Alex" Perez Discussion with possible action on Texas World Series to be hosted in Laredo with an expected attendance of five thousand people from ten different countries Mexico, Puerto Rico, Honduras, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia plus local teams.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately approximately 5 acres out of Porcion 23, Leonardo Sanchez Survey, Abstract 283, located south of Shiloh Dr. and east of Kirby Dr., as further described by Metes & Bounds on Exhibit A, located south of Shiloh Dr. and east of Kirby Dr., from B-4 (Highway Commercial District) to AG (Agricultural District). Staff supports the application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommends approval of the Zone Change. ZC-05-2019
Authorizing the City Manager to execute an application with the Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for the Voluntary Clean Up Program as a co-applicant with 2310 Saunders, LLC and Crossett Development I, LLC for the property located at 2310 E. Saunders, the current location for HEB Saunders on the North East corner of Saunders and Bartlett as is required by the Texas Commission For Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 11, Block 1, Sierra Vista Unit I V-A, located at 4619 U.S. Highway 83, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District); providing for publication and effective date. Staff does not support the application and Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the Zone Change. ZC-85-2018 District I
Public Hearing and consideration of a motion to approve the following improvement to an existing historic building at Lots 8, 9 & 10, Block 70, Western Division, located at 1219 Matamoros St., Locally Designated Historic Landmark, including: 1) a proposed new "El Abrazo" Mural, on the south wall of the Sames Moore Building (AKA Rialto Hotel) as further described in attached Exhibit "A". HDLB-02-2019 District VIII Historic District/Landmark Board Recommendation: The HDL Board tabled this item at their regular HDLB meeting of November 8 1 2018, and were unable to reach consensus at the special meeting of November 20, 2018. Therefore the applicant has since exercised the right to appeal this decision directly to City Council. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed improvement ("El Abrazo" Mural).
Request by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. Discussion with possible action to reconsider effluent water contract with Laredo Country Club and address action taken by City Council on November 5, 2018 as it pertains to item #37 of said meeting date, and other matters incident thereto. (Co-Sponsored by Mayor Pete Saenz and Council Member Roberto Balli)
Discussion with possible action to instruct the City Manager to authorize staff to install speed humps at the following locations, under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed humps, instead of speed cushions, which is currently required under the policy; and any other matters incident thereto. City Council District VI Priority Funds will be used for this project.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the City of Laredo FY 2018-2019 Hotel Motel Occupancy Tax Fund budget by appropriating $513,000.00 from fund balance. The funds from Hotel Motel Occupancy Tax fund balance will be draw down to cover renovation expenses and other costs associated with the Convention and Visitors Bureau Office relocation to El Portal.
Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to submit a continuation grant application in the estimated amount of $137,800.00 to the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) through the South Texas Development Council (STDC) for the continuation of the City of Laredo Health Department's Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Project (HOPWA) to assist with housing and utilities for the term of February 1, 2019 through January 31, 2020 and further authorizing the City Manager to execute any and all documents resulting from the award of this grant.
Items IX 6, IX 7, IX 8, IX 9, & XI 12 - XI 18
6. Accepting the donation from Riverhills Investment LLC, of a 18. 785 acre tract of land, more or less, situated in Porcion 35, Abstract 546, Jose M. Diaz, Original Grantee and Survey 2149, Abstract 594, R.H. Raines, Original Grantee, within the City Limits of the Laredo and Webb County, Texas, out and part of the New Santa Fe, LTD. (71.986 Acre) Tract I, recorded in Volume 4394, Pages 566-572 of the Webb County deed records in exchange for a Two Hundred Thousand Dollar ( $200,000.00) credit toward future development fees applicable exclusively to the balance of the 71.989 acre tract referred to in plat records as the Riverhill South Subdivision, the City's agreement to take water run off from the balance of the 71.989 acre tract, and an agreement that the value of the 18. 785 acres in excess of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ( $200,000.00) shall be considered a donation to the City. This 18. 785 acre tract being more particularly described by metes and bounds provided in Exhibit A and depicted in Exhibit B. 7. An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas establishing a mandatory orientation and training program for newly elected city officials designed to provide key information pertaining to the exercise of their legal and ethical responsibilities as well as to provide an overview of the key aspects involved in municipal government; providing for a severability clause; and establishing an effective date. 8. Authorizing the City Manager to renew a lease agreement by and between Laredo Transit Management, Inc., (Lessor) and the City of Laredo Department of Community Development, (Lessee). This is for the leased building space at the Laredo Transit Center, located at 1301 Farragut Street, of 6,628 square feet, second and third floors (East). The term will be for two (2) years, with a one (1) year renewal option, commencing on December 1, 2018. The monthly sum is $4,586.58 ( $.6920 per square foot). The prorated shared cost of 20% of the electric and water bills, remain the same, except, amending number fourteen (#14) of the Lease Agreement, to include FTA regulations. 9. Authorizing the City Manager to renew a lease agreement by and between Laredo Transit Management, Inc., (Lessor) and The City of Laredo Police Department (Lessee) for the lease of 2,681.61 square feet, located in the second (2nd) floor, west wing of the Laredo Transit Center, 1301 Farragut St. The rate per square foot is $.6920, for a total monthly sum of $1,855.67, commencing on December 1, 2018. The term will be for two (2) years, with a one (1) year renewal option. The prorated share cost of 25% of the electric bill, 25% of the water bill and the rental fee of $30.00 per month for Parking will remain the same. In addition, number fourteen (#14) of the Lease Agreement is amended to include FTA regulations. 12. 2018-0-178 amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 5.66 acres, as further described by Metes and Bounds Exhibit A, located at East of Piedmont St. from RS M (Residential Suburban Multi- Family District) to R-1 (Single Family Residential District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-84-2018 District VI 13. 2018-0-179 Amending the Zoning Ordinance ( Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 7 and 8, Block 1764, Eastern Division, located at 2918 and 2920 Pine St., from B-1 (Limited Business District) to 8-3 (Community Business District); providing for publication and effective date. ZC-87-2018 District II 14. 2018-0-180 amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing a Special Use Permit for a Restaurant Serving Alcohol on Lots 7, 8 and 9, Block 71, Eastern Division, located at 2020 Corpus Christi St.; providing for publication and effective date. ZC-89-2018 District III 15. 2018-0-181 Amending the FY 2018-2019 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Position Listing by adding three (3) Nutrition Aide, R23 positions for the City of Laredo Health Department (CLHD) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program to continue to provide nutrition education and food supplemental services to women and children with nutrition and health risks and improve customer services and program performance. Funding is available through the Health Department Budget through grant funds from Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). 16. 2018-0-182 Authorizing the City Manager to execute supplemental lease agreement no. 5 to Lease GS-07B-15259 approved by Ordinance 2002-0-325 dated December 16, 2002 with General Services Administration for approximately 1,533 square feet constituting office space occupied by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) located at 5210 Bob Bullock Loop at the Laredo International Airport. Said supplemental lease agreement extends the lease term (2) years until November 2020. The monthly rent amount is $5,171.87 and shall be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index. All other terms and conditions of the lease agreement remain unchanged and in effect; providing for an effective date. 17. 2018-0-183 An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Article II, Chapter 28, Sign Regulations, of the Code of Ordinances by amending Section 28-23(98) to provide for subdivision signs within city right-of-way under certain conditions; providing for time place, and manner regulations for such subdivision signs; providing a cumulative and repealer clause; providing a severability clause; providing for publication; and declaring an effective date. 18. 2018-O-184 Authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant and amend the fiscal year 2017-2018 budget with a supplemental award in the amount of $109,214.00 to fund the Laredo Police Department HIDTA Task Force. This grant is funded by the Executive Office of the President, Office of the National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), and High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) at no cost to the City. Funding will be used to pay fringe benefits, overtime, equipment and operational expenses from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2018 for the LPD HIDTA Task Force.
19. 2018-R-157 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a tax abatement agreement between the City of Laredo and Oscar & Adriana G. Pena for a proposed project located at 301 Gustavus St, Lot 1; Block 282; Eastern division that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone ( NE Z). This agreement will be for a ten (10) year period and will abate taxes on new improvements for the purpose of economic development. The project has an estimated capital investment total of $109,829.05, estimated annual tax abatement total of $696.32 and estimated total fee waivers of $1,540.00. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information. 20. 2018-R-165 Authorizing the City Manager to execute the renewal of a Clinical Affiliation Agreement between the City of Laredo Fire Department and Laredo Regional Medical Center LP OBA Doctors Hospital of Laredo. Laredo Fire Department provides its Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic students with clinical training available at Doctors Hospital of Laredo. 21. 2018-R-168 Authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a Tax Abatement Agreement between the City of Laredo and Gerardo Ramirez and Teresita lsella Ramirez for a proposed project located at 1812 Benavides, west 1 /2 of lot 6; block 276; western division that consists of new construction, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the Neighborhood Empowerment Zone ( NE Z). This agreement will be for a ten (10) year period and will abate taxes on new improvements for the purpose of economic development. The project has an estimated capital investment total of $93,500.00, estimated annual tax abatement total of $287.71 and estimated total fee waivers of $2,021.61. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information.
Items XII 23 - XII 28 & XII 30 - XII 46
23. Amending the City of Laredo's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Policy and Procedures Manual pertaining to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan (HRL) and Livability Grant (LG) Programs. Changes to the scope of the following two programs: Housing Rehabilitation Loan (HRL) Program • An increase to the loan amount from $35,000 to $50,000. • Eliminating the requirement for the home to have the cost of repair not to exceed 40% of the estimated market value of the unit after the repairs. Livability Grant (LG) Program • An increase to the grant amount from $8,000 to $15,000. • Changing the general eligibility criteria from no previous CDBG grants within the last year to three years. In addition, update all necessary exhibits and reference documentation to ensure program compliance. 24. Authorizing the award of 2017 HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) funds for Community Housing Development Organization (CHOO) set-aside funds in the amount of $127,090.00 to Habitat for Humanity of Laredo, Inc. The funding will be to assist in part with the construction of two (2) homes and include the purchase of one (1) lot located in Riverhills Subdivision; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents in support of the same. 25. Consideration for approval of award of construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder Davila Construction, Inc. , San Antonio, Texas, in the base bid amount of $405,000.00 for the Community Development Department Fernando A. Salinas Elderly Rental Housing Project Located at 1806 Juarez Avenue with a construction contract time of one hundred fifty (150) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for July 2019. Funding is available in the Home Investment Partnership Grant Funds. 26. Consideration for approval to ratify change order No. 1 an increase of $27,019.40 to the construction contract with ALC Construction Co., Inc, Laredo, Texas for the Sidewalk Improvements Phase II Alma Pierce Elementary School (17 Blocks -District I V). This change order is for additional concrete sidewalk and retaining walls. Current construction contract amount with this change order is $186,519.40. Completion date for the project is scheduled for December 2018. Funding is available in the District I V Priority Funds -2018 CO Bond. 27. Consideration for approval to award a construction contract to the lowest bidder L MC Corporation, San Antonio, Texas, based on a re-negotiated value engineered proposal in the amount of $342,581.20 for the Convention Visitors Bureau Offices at El Portal located at 1600 Water Street with a construction contract time of one hundred eighty (180) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for August 2019. Funding is available in the Maintenance -Building and Other Improvements and Furnishing. 28. Consideration for approval to award a construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder Romo Contractor, LLC., Laredo, Texas, in the base bid amount of $928,910.00 for the El Eden Park Improvements Project (Splash Park) with a construction contract time of one hundred eighty ( 180) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for July 2019. Funding is available in the 2017 CDBG Grant and District I Priority Funding from 2017 CO Bond, the 2018 CO Bond. 30. Consideration to authorize the purchase of protective structural fire fighting suits for the Fire Department from DAGO Fire Equipment, Lubbock, Tx., through the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing Program's contract pricing in the total amount of $216,503.28. Funding is available in the Fire Department FY 18-19 operational budget. 31. Authorizing the City Manager to accept a contract amendment with sole source provider Netsmart Technologies, Inc. in the amount of $222,586.60 to be paid over a three (3) year period to upgrade our current electronic medical record and health information system software to mylnsight, which will improve clinic, laboratory and patient care services and operations and improve our Health Electronic Information Systems in accordance with State and Federal guidelines. Through this new upgrade we will improve quality patient care, the continuum of care and as well link our system to a community health information sharing system among providers and patients. Subject to future appropriations funding is available through the Health Department budget support service line items under grant divisions. 32. Consideration to extend contract number FY 14-064 to United American for the Retiree Medicare Supplement & RX Plan. The term of this contract is for three (3) years with two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods. This is the last extension period allowed by the contract and will be effective January 1, 2019. There is a 3.35% rate increase. Funding is available in the Health & Benefits Fund (Medical Contribution Retirees account). 33. Consideration to award annual supply contract FY19-011 to the low bidder CMC Commercial Materials, Laredo, Texas for the purchase and repair of handheld landscaping equipment in an amount up to $100,000.00 for all City departments. This contract establishes pricing and discount percentage for those handheld landscaping equipment and repair services most commonly utilized by City departments. This contract has four extension periods and can be renewed upon mutual agreement of both parties. All items will be purchased on an as needed basis and funding will be secured from the user department budgets. 34. Consideration to amend contract FY17-067 by 25% for the purchase of Ford OEM parts with Sames Motor Company, Laredo, Texas in an additional amount up to $25,000.00 due to increase in usage. The term of this contract shall expire on 6/18/19; new contract total amount will be $125,000.00. All parts will be purchased on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Fleet Maintenance Fund. 35. Consideration to authorize the purchase of product and services to sole source provider, SirsiDynix from Provo, UT., for an approximate annual amount of $60,000.00. SirsiDynix is the City of Laredo Public Library integrated library system called Horizon which is the database for the library catalog which allows patrons to find items in the libraries. The other product under Horizon is Enterprise, and online public access catalog which provides an intuitive user interface while linking eBook Collection to the same catalog. The term of this service is for five (5) years, subject to future appropriations of funds. Funding is available on the Public Library General Fund. 36. Consideration to award a two (2) year contract FY19-016 to Laredo Spring Water, Laredo, Texas in the estimated annual amount of $30,000.00 for rental of water dispensers and purchase of water for various departments, on an as needed basis. This is a two (2) year contract and can be extended for two (2) additional one year contract with the same specifications and pricing, upon mutual agreement of parties. Funding is available on the respective departmental accounts. 37. Consideration to renew contract FY16-034 with Industrial Property Brokers, Laredo, Texas, in an amount up to $476,550.00 for the purchase and hauling of approximately 135,000 tons of earthen soils to the City's Solid Waste facility. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year beginning as of the date of its execution. This is the third of six extension periods. There was no price increase during the last extension period. All earthen soils will be purchased on an as needed basis. The Solid Waste Department will use these soils to cover the landfill cells on a weekly basis in accordance to TCEQ requirements. Funding is available in the Solid Waste Services Department Fund. 38. Consideration to renew annual supply contract number FY15-008 to Vulcan Construction Materials LP., San Antonio, Texas in an amount up to $298,050.00 for the purchase of crushed limestone rock asphalt, type I, grade AA. There will be an increase of 5% during this extension period due to an increase in production and transportation costs. The term of this contract shall be for a one (1) year period. This is the fourth of five extension periods. All materials are purchased on an as needed basis utilizing the Public Works Department and construction project budgets. 39. Consideration to renew and amend contract FY18-033 by 25% for the purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts/service for the City's Case equipment with Nueces Power Equipment, Corpus Christi, Texas, in an additional amount up to $18,750.00 due to an increase in usage; new contract total amount will be $93,750.00. All parts and services will be secured on an as needed basis. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year beginning as of the date of its execution. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the first of two extension periods. Funding is available in the Fleet Maintenance budget. 40. Consideration to award contract FY19-012 to Western Towers, San Angelo, T X in the amount of $135,567.00 for the purchase and installation of a self support tower. This tower I equipment is for a complete 220 ft. self support tower for the South Laredo Waste Water Treatment Plant. Funding is available in the Information Technology Fund. 41. Consideration to renew annual contract FY17-011 with the following bidders : 1. Andy's Auto Air & Supplies, Inc. (DBA: Andy's Auto & Bus Air , Inc.), Laredo, Texas in an estimated amount up to $60,000.00;and 2. Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an estimated amount up to $40,000.00; for air conditioning system repairs for the medium and heavy duty trucks, and construction equipment for the Fleet Division. The term of the contract shall be for period of one (1) year. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This the second of four extension periods. Funding is available in the Fleet Maintenance budget. 42. Consideration to renew contract FY16-063 with Rochester Armored Car Co. Inc., Omaha, Nebraska, in an amount up to $144,351.84 for providing bank courier service for city operations to various city departments. This is a two (2) year contract subject to continued appropriations in future fiscal years. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the first of three (2-year) extension periods. Funding is available in the respective departmental budgets. 43. Consideration to authorize the purchase of two (2) 2018 Ford Transit Trans 150 LR wagon vans in the total amount of $52,823.50 from Silsbee Ford, Silsbee, Texas through the GoodBuy Cooperative Purchasing Program 's contract pricing. The purchase of these two van vehicles is to replace vehicles used by Bridge for operations that have already reached its useful life. Funding is available in the 2019 Bridge Systems Funds. 44. Consideration to renew annual supply contract number FY14-084 to the following vendors: 1. Brenntag Southwest, Houston, Texas 2. Chemrite, Inc., Buford, Georgia 3. Chemtrade Chemicals, Parsippany, New Jersey 4. Pencco, Inc., San Felipe, Texas 5. Polydyne, Inc., Riceboro, Georgia for the purchase of water and wastewater treatment chemicals for the Utilities Department. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two (2) years beginning as of the date of its execution. Approximately $2, 000,000.00 is spent on an annual basis and contract is subject to future appropriations. This is the second of three extension periods. There will be no price increase during this extension period. All chemicals will be purchased on as needed basis. Funding is available in the Water and Wastewater Treatment Division's operating budgets. 45. Consideration to ratify and approve purchase of maintenance parts and services for the Sames Auto Arena Ice Rink from vendor CIMCO Refrigeration Inc., Mobile, AL in the amount of $106,491.04. Cimco is the Original Equipment Manufacturer of captive parts and services for arena ice rink plant. Repair services performed included: the repair/rebuild of three (3) Cimco Mycom Ammonia Compressors, Refrigeration System Safety Testing and Ice Rink Start-Up Service; also included is a Yearly, Quarterly Maintenance & Inspection service agreement. Funding is available in the Sports and Community Venue Sales Tax Fund. 46. Consideration to authorize the purchase of a Posi Shell applicator to be used at the landfill. The vendor is LSC Environmental Products, LLC a sole source vendor. Posi Shell is a blend of clay binders, reinforcing fibers, and polymers that, when mixed with water or leachate, produces a spray-applied mortar that dries in a form of a thin durable stucco. Posi Shell is used as an alternative to soil cover requirements for litter, vectors, scavenging, fire and odors. The estimated amount is $110,000.00. Funding is available in the Solid Waste Fund in previous year's bonds 2012CO, 2014PPFCO, and 2015CO.
Consideration for approval of award of construction contract to the lowest qualified bidder AOC Calton, Ltd., dba Summit Building and Design, Laredo, Texas, in the base bid amount of $2,133,000.00 for the City of Laredo Downtown Elderly Rental Apartments Located at 820 Convent Avenue with a construction contract time of three hundred (300) calendar days; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all related contract documents contingent upon receipt and approval of insurance and bond documents. Completion date for the project is scheduled for March 2020. Funding is available in the 2016 and 2018 CDBG Grant/2018 Home Grant.
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.
48. Discussion with possible action to consider a fifth request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Alfredo Rodriguez. 49. Discussion with possible action to consider a sixth request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer James B. Boyd. 50. Discussion with possible action to consider a fourth request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Jesus A. Garcia Perez. 51. Discussion with possible action to consider a second request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Agapito Perez. 52. Discussion with possible action to consider a third request for an extension of Injury Leave with pay in accordance with 143.073 (b) of the Texas Local Government Code for Patrol Officer Arturo Vela.
Report on Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Drivers in Utilities and other City departments as requested by City Council with possible action; and any other matters incident thereto.
Report on the 2018 Tecolotes De Los Dos Laredos contract with 2L4L Baseball, LLC. which officially ended October 31, 2018 and the Border Fest event held on October 13, 2018.
XV. RECESS AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL AND CONVENE AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD 56. 2018-RT-09 Authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $12,343,854 to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5339 (b) Bus and Bus Facilities Program under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act. Funding will be used to design, and construction for the first phase of El Metro's Administration, Operations and Maintenance Facility located at the corner of N. Bartlett and Jacaman street. The required local match for this grant will be funded in by in-kind from the value of the land. XVI. ADJOURN AS THE LAREDO MASS TRANSIT BOARD AND RECONVENE AS THE LAREDO CITY COUNCIL
8. Request by Council Member Alberto Torres, Jr. 1. Discussion with possible action to instruct the City Manager to authorize staff to install speed humps at the following locations, under the Special Provision of the Speed Hump Installation Policy, and to authorize the use of asphalt type speed humps, instead of speed cushions, which is currently required under the policy; and any other matters incident thereto. City Council District IV Priority Funds will be used for this project. Total cost is $2,500.00. a. One (1) speed hump on 1800 Reynolds St., between Tapeyste Ave. and N. Buena Vista Ave. XVII. ADJOURN