SUBJECT
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An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the FY 2025-2026 Noise Abatement Fund budget by drawing down fund balance and appropriating expenditures in the amount of $61,162.89, representing funds awarded by the Texas Municipal League (TML) related to a residential fire. Funds were received in FY2025 and deposited into the operating revenue account and will be utilized for Noise Abatement Building Improvements in FY2026.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On February 17, 2026 City Council approved to amend the FY 2025-2026 Noise Abatement Fund budget by drawing down fund balance and appropriating expenditures in the amount of $61,162.89, representing funds awarded by the Texas Municipal League (TML).
BACKGROUND
A residential property participating in the City of Laredo's Noise Abatement Program sustained fire damage. The City received an award from the Texas Municipal League (TML) related to the fire claim. The reimbursement was received in last year fiscal year and deposited into the Noise Abatement Fund balance for the new fiscal year. In order to properly budget and expend these funds, a budget amendment to the FY 2025-2026 Noise Abatement Fund is required.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Goal 3.3 - Strengthen neighborhoods and housing opportunities
"Support neighborhood revitalization through coordinated investments in housing, infrastructure, and community services."
(Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan, p. 3.24 - Viva Laredo City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan)
Policy 3.3.2 - Preserve existing housing stock
"Encourage rehabilitation and reinvestment in existing housing to maintain safe, decent, and affordable living conditions."
(Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan, p. 3.25 - Viva Laredo City of Laredo Comprehensive Plan)
Goal 7.1 - Improve community health and safety
"Protect and enhance the health, safety, and well-being of Laredo residents through coordinated public services and investments....
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