SUBJECT
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Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease agreement between the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and the City of Laredo Public Health Department for approximately 5,070 square feet at 2600 Cedar Avenue, Laredo, Texas 78040 situated within the Laredo Public Health Department Building. Lease term shall be for a total of three (3) years, commencing on October 1, 2025 and ending on September 31, 2028, with an annual base rent of $97,344.00, payable in monthly installments, with prorated payments beginning April 1, 2026 for fiscal year 2026.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
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BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department is entering into a lease agreement with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) for the use of approximately 5,070 square feet of space within the Public Health Department building located at 2600 Cedar Avenue to operate a dental health clinic. The lease agreement establishes a three (3) year term beginning October 1, 2025 and ending September 30, 2028, with an annual base rent of $97,344.00, payable in monthly installments. Payments for fiscal year 2026 will commence on April 1, 2026 and end on September 1, 2026 for a total rent payment for fiscal year 2026 of $48,672.00. Full monthly rent payments of $8,112.00 per month for the remaining two years of the agreement will be made from October 1, 2026 through September 1, 2028.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
• Goal 7.1: Improve access to health services for all residents.
• Policy 7.1.1: Expand access to preventive and primary healthcare services in underserved communities.
• Policy 7.1.4: Increase access to specialized care services such as dental and oral health.
• Goal 7.5: Strengthen public health systems and partnerships.
• Policy 7.5.4: Collaborate with academic and healthcare institutions to expand service capacity and improve health outcomes.
Summary of alignment: This ordinance aligns with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan by expanding access to dental and oral health services through a strategic partnership with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. By utilizing existing Public Health Department facilities to house a dental clinic, the City enhances service capacity, improves access to preventive and specialized care, and supports underserved populations. This collaboration strengthens public health infrastructure, promotes community-based care, and advances the Plan’s goals of improving health outcomes and expanding healthcare partnerships.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that Council approves the Introductory Ordinance.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: N
Source of Funds: Building Rent
Account #: 226-0000-361-1015
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Monthly: $8,112.00
Annually: $97,344.00.00
The revenue account is 226-0000-361-1015