Legislation Details

File #: 26-1729    Version: 1
Type: Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 8/28/2026 In control: City Council
On agenda: 9/21/2026 Final action:
Title: Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the amendment of Chapter 12, “Fire Prevention and Protection”, Article V, Section 12-91, “Purpose and Schedule Fees”, of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, related to the International Fire Training Initiative, to include fire departments from communities with an active Sister City Agreement with the City of Laredo, as well as cities, municipalities, or governmental entities covered under an active Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or other formal cooperation agreement with the City of Laredo and/or the Laredo Fire Department; and providing for an effective date.
Attachments: 1. 2026-O-
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SUBJECT

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Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the amendment of Chapter 12, “Fire Prevention and Protection”, Article V, Section 12-91, “Purpose and Schedule Fees”, of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, related to the International Fire Training Initiative, to include fire departments from communities with an active Sister City Agreement with the City of Laredo, as well as cities, municipalities, or governmental entities covered under an active Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or other formal cooperation agreement with the City of Laredo and/or the Laredo Fire Department; and providing for an effective date. 

 

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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION

Ordinance No. 2024-O-211 was previously amended and passed on 10/28/2024.

 

BACKGROUND

Previous language: International Fire Training Initiative: Sister Cities Agreement
The International Fire Training Initiative is designed to offer progressive hands-on training and experience to enhance the operations of fire departments that have an active Sister City Agreement with the City of Laredo.

 

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION

N/A

 

STAFF RECOMMENDATION

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Staff recommends approval of this Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance.

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Fiscal Impact

 

Fiscal Year:                                                                                                          2026

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Source of Funds:                                                                                     N/A

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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N:                      N/A

 

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

There is no financial impact at this time.