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A resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, establishing a establishing a City of Laredo policy position on freight infrastructure projects located within the City limits and extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ); requiring Memoranda of Participation (MoPs) or Development Agreements as a condition for access to City infrastructure and services; and identifying remedies for non-participation.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
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Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies): Goals: 4.17, Policies: 4.15.2, 1.5.2, 1.5.3 ,1.5.6,
Summary of alignment: The Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan addresses policies and goals related to trade, infrastructure, and binational coordination, bridge infrastructure, and overall international bridge infrastructure in several key policies. The most relevant policies are found in the land use and mobility sections
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
At the June 16th Council Meeting, Council approved to draft an MOU with Green Corridors project.
BACKGROUND
This resolution establishes a policy framework requiring all freight infrastructure projects-within city limits or the ETJ-to enter into formal agreements with the City before receiving access to any public services, roads, utilities, or coordination with federal and state agencies. The policy includes provisions for cost recovery, traffic mitigation, and operational coordination. It also defines enforcement tools for non-compliant projects, including denial of service, inspection access, and federal concurrence.
This resolution supports the City's broader infrastructure governance and ensures that regional growth is managed sustainably and equitably, in alignment with the City's strategic goals and operational capacity.
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