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25-2049
| 1 | 1. | Communications | Presentation by Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino, providing general comments on city matters, upcoming initiatives, and other relevant updates for the Council and the public. | | |
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APPT - 72
| 1 | 2. | Appointment | Appointment by Council Member Melissa Cigarroa of Nadia Perez to the Laredo Commission for Women. | | |
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25-1850
| 1 | 3. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 12, Block 446, Eastern Division, located at 202 West San Carlos Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Business District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed zone change and staff does not support the application.
ZC-070-2025
District VIII | close and introduce | Pass |
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25-1851
| 1 | 4. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance Number 2000-O-026, which authorized a conditional use permit for a Police Substation Lot 20, Block 5, Sierra Vista Police Station Plat, located at 140 Ceniso Loop in order to change the use of the property to an Animal Care Substation (Office).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit amendment and staff supports the application.
ZV-077-2025
District I | close and introduce | Pass |
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25-1859
| 1 | 5. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 10.8 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located south of Tesis Drive and west of Colegio Lane, from AG (Agricultural District) to R-1B (Single-Family High Density District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application.
ZC-072-2025
District II | close and introduce | Pass |
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25-1860
| 1 | 6. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 3.8 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located west of Bernadette Lane and southwest of Aquero Boulevard, from AG (Agricultural District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application.
ZC-073-2025
District VII | close and introduce | Pass |
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25-1904
| 1 | 7. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 4.61 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located south of Bartlett Avenue and east of Arthur Miller Court, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and B-3 (Community Business District) to R-1B (Single Family High Density District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change. Staff supports the application.
ZC-074-2025
District V | close and introduce | Pass |
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25-1905
| 1 | 8. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 11.91 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located east of FM 1472 and north of Rancho Viejo Drive, from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change. Staff supports the application.
ZC-075-2025
District VII | close and introduce | Pass |
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2025-O-226
| 1 | 9. | Third and final reading | Authorizing the renewal amendment to grant a non-exclusive franchise to Pedro Pete Services, LLC to use the present and future streets, avenues, alleys, roads, highways, sidewalks, easements and other public rights-of-way of the City of Laredo, Texas for purposes of constructing, maintaining and operating a commercial container refuse gathering and disposing service, setting forth terms and conditions to govern the franchise; providing a severability clause, a savings clause and an effective date. Franchise fees will be deposited in the General Fund. | close and introduce | Pass |
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2025-O-227
| 1 | 10. | Third and final reading | Authorizing the City Manager to grant a non-exclusive franchise to I Need Dumpster LLC to use the present and future streets, avenues, alleys, roads, highways, sidewalks, easements and other public rights-of-way of the City of Laredo, Texas for purposes of constructing, maintaining and operating a commercial container refuse gathering and disposing service, setting forth terms and conditions to govern the franchise; providing a severability clause, a savings clause and an effective date. Franchise Fees will be deposited in the General Fund. | close and introduce | Pass |
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25-1950
| 1 | 11. | Public Hearing | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant, approve a program, and appropriate funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program and amend the FY 2025-2026 General Fund Budget by increasing revenues and expenses in the amount of $327,560.00. The funds will be used to provide National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) approved physicals, laboratory testing, comprehensive cancer screenings, and cardiovascular and fitness exams for all firefighters. The grant performance period is September 30, 2025 to September 29, 2027. Funding will be available in the Special Fire Grants Fund. | close and introduce | Pass |
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2025-O-224
| 1 | 12. | Final Readings | An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo’s Code of Ordinance Chapter 2, Article II, Division 3, “Leave Policy” providing for updates to definitions, Holiday Pay, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and other leave provisions to align with the Compressed Workweek Policy and the Classification and Compensation Plan Policy; Providing for a Cumulative Clause; Providing for severability; Providing for Publication; and Declaring an Effective Date. | | |
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2025-O-219
| 1 | 13. | Final Readings | An Ordinance Of The City Of Laredo, Texas authorizing to amend Ordinance 2018-O-175, Article X, Local Preference Program, Of Chapter 2, Administration, Of The Code Of Ordinances To Set Forth The Guidelines For Granting A Local Preference In City Procurements; Providing That This Ordinance Shall Be Cumulative; Providing A Severability Clause; Providing For Publication; And Declaring An Effective Date (As Amended). | | |
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2025-O-152
| 1 | 14. | Final Readings | Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to Tower Site Lease by and between Pinnacle Towers LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (Pinnacle Towers Inc. a Delaware corporation, was converted pursuant to Delaware law to Pinnacle Towers LLC, effective April 7, 2004) (“Crown”) and City of Laredo, a government entity of the State of Texas (“Customer”) to amend the term of the agreement effective December 31, 2025 for a term of five years with one five year renewal option. This lease is for space on the tower to collocate any and all antennas/equipment related to the operation of the city’s 800Mhz Public Safety Radio System. All other terms and conditions remain in full force and effect. | | |
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2025-O-197
| 1 | 15. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to set the maximum speed limits on that portion of Mcpherson Road between Shiloh Drive and Bob Bullock Loop, within the city limits of Laredo, Webb County, Texas, as 40 MPH, based on an in-house speed zone study conducted by the Traffic Safety Division, Engineering Department. | | |
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2025-O-179
| 1 | 16. | Final Readings | An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo FY2025 General Fund Library Department by appropriating $10,000.00 in revenues and expenses for the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) Texas Reads Grant for an eight-week Toy Photography Workshop for youth during the 2026 Summer Reading Program. Grant will be allocated in the General Fund. | | |
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2025-O-206
| 1 | 17. | Final Readings | An ordinance expanding the board of directors of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Laredo, Texas; amending ordinance 2016-O-192 to provide for appointment of two additional directors; containing findings and provisions related to the foregoing subject; and providing a severability clause. | | |
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2025-O-196
| 1 | 18. | Final Readings | An ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo Municipal Housing Fund FY 2025-2026 Annual Budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $62,100.00, establishing the rental rates and tenant policies for the Lafayette Tiny Homes Rental Housing Project located at 3602 Eagle Pass, and amending the Full Time Equivalent (FTE) position listing by adding one Administrative Assistant, grade 205 and one Building Maintenance Mechanic, grade 204. These rental units must serve individuals who are low-income, experiencing homelessness, or at risk of becoming homeless, and must offer affordable rents in accordance with HOME-ARP and HOME program regulations.
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2025-O-182
| 1 | 19. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo FY2025 General Fund Library Department by appropriating $10,000.00 in revenues and expenses for the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) Texas Reads Grant for an eight-week Toy Photography Workshop for youth during the 2026 Summer Reading Program. Grant will be allocated in the General Fund. | | |
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2025-R-287
| 1 | 20. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, establishing a standardized confirmation and ratification process for all positions requiring City Council approval pursuant to the City Charter or State Law. | | |
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2025-R-249
| 1 | 21. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, approving the Bylaws of the Board of Directors for the Reinvestment Zone No. 1 ( A Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone) | | |
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25-1798
| 1 | 22. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Participation Agreement with Webb County for participation in Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1, pursuant to Chapter 311 of the Texas Tax Code. | | |
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2025-R-276
| 1 | 23. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing and approving a fee waiver and a tax abatement agreement between the City of Laredo and Gonzalo Prida Medellin for a proposed project located at 520 Lincoln, LOT 1 BLK 90 WD that consists of Rehabilitation, in accordance with authorized guidelines and criteria established for the neighborhood empowerment zone (NEZ) 8. 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 $674,000, estimated annual tax abatement total of $3,406 and estimated total fee waivers of $3,704. Guidelines and criteria for the agreement are set forth in the attached agreement and information. This project is located within City Council district 8. | | |
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25-1856
| 1 | 24. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award a design/build contract to Nature Trails NC, LLC, Brevard, North Carolina for the Shiloh Bike Trails Improvements Project in response to RFQ FY25-ENG-19 for the amount not to exceed $770,000.00, which includes design plans, specifications, and construction. Funding is available in the District Priority Funds. | | |
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25-1910
| 1 | 25. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of the selection of the top ranked consultant for the RFQ FY25-ENG-57 Project Administration and Management Downtown Rail Corridor Safety Planning Project; and authorization to negotiate and award a professional services contract not to exceed $5,000,000.00. A total of (5) firms responded to the request for qualifications Tuesday, September 18, 2025, and the top (2) firms presented on September 30, 2025 to the evaluation committee.The committee recommends the selection of top ranked consultant HDR Engineering, Inc., San Antonio, Texas. There is no financial impact at this time.
1. HDR Engineering, Inc., San Antonio, Texas
2. RailPros, Inc., Irving, Texas
3. Patrick Engineering Inc, Chicago, Illinois
4. LJA Engineering, Inc., Laredo, Texas
5. Ardurra Group, Inc., Laredo, Texas | approve | |
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2025-R-278
| 1 | 26. | Resolution | A resolution of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending resolution No. 2024-R-256 to revise the third paragraph in order to update the description of the authorized use of funds related to the State Infrastructure Bank (SIB) Loan; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. | | |
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25-1959
| 1 | 27. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of Amendment No. 2, an increase in the amount of $48,500.00 to the professional services contract with Cavazos Architects, Laredo, Texas, for the City of Laredo Fire Station No. 10 Fleet Annex Building to be located at 11015 McPherson Road, which will include additional architectural/engineering services, and other supplemental services. Current contract amount with this amendment is $377,695.00. Funding is available in the 2021A Certificate of Obligation Bonds. | | |
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25-2043
| 1 | 28. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder DSG Solutions, LLC, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $105,940.00 for FY25-ENG-54 Los Martinez Park Light Poles Project for the total base bid including a $10,000.00 contingency allowance. Construction contract time is 90 working days. Funding is available in Community Development Fund- 2021/2022 Grant, Parks Recreation Fund, and 2021-A Certificate of Obligation Bond - District 7 Priority Funds.
1. DSG Solutions, LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $105,940.00
2. Royal Contractors, Inc., Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $164,900.00
3. Zertuche Construction Texas LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $137,333.00
4. CID Group, Inc., Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $275,224.00
5. Midas Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $313,500.00
6. ABBA Construction, LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $333,500.00
7. HDL Construction, LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $5,858,000.00
Refer to attached letter of recommendation. | | |
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2025-R-280
| 1 | 29. | Resolution | Discuss and take action on a resolution authorizing defeasance and redemption of a portion of the City’s outstanding Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates of Obligation, Series 2015 and other related matters. | approve | Pass |
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25-1886
| 1 | 30. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to approve the purchase of two Road Rescue Ram 550 4x2 Ambulance Remounts from Medic Built, Kennedale, TX, in the amount of $508,942.48 through the HGAC Cooperative Purchasing Program #AM10-23. Funding is available in the 2024 Certificate of Obligation Bond. | | |
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25-1911
| 1 | 31. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to approve the purchase of two Stretchers, High-Configured Power Pro 2, and two Power Load systems from Stryker, LLC, Chicago, IL, in the amount of $121,439.18, through the Sourcewell contract #041823. Funding is available in the 2022 and 2024 Certificate of Obligation Bond. | | |
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25-1813
| 1 | 32. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew annual service contracts FY24-103 with the following vendors:
1). R&S Inspection Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $30,000.00 and $60,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2). Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $20,000.00 and $40,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
to provide safety inspection services for all Non-DOT and DOT medium size fleet vehicles. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as of the date of its execution and is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This contract can be extended for two additional one-year periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. All services will be purchased on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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25-1849
| 1 | 33. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award annual contract FY25-089 for the general diesel engine repairs and parts/service for the City’s Fleet Department to the following lowest responsive/responsible vendors:
1. Cervantes Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $600,000.00 and $1,800,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2. Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 and $750,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
3. South Texas Auto Rebuilders, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 and $750,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
4. Rush Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 and $750,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
5. J&P Mobile Mechanics, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $50,000.00 and $150,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
6. Andy’s Auto Air & Supplies, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $50,000.00 and $150,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term.
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25-1998
| 1 | 34. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew supplies contract FY23-040 for the purchase of OEM parts for small and medium vehicles for the City’s Fleet Department with the following vendors:
Section I: Rush Truck Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $450,000.00;
Doggett Freightliner, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $250,000.00;
Section II: Doggett Freightliner, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $300,000.00;
Rush Truck Center, Laredo TX in an annual amount up to $150,000.00;
Section III: Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $500,000.00;
Andy's Auto & Bus Air, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $75,000.00 (A/C Parts Only);
Rush Truck Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $200,000.00 (Parts Only);
Section IV: Rush Truck Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $85,000.00;
Doggett Freightliner, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $70,000.00;
Section V: Rush Truck Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $150,000.00;
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2025-R-267
| 1 | 35. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into a continuation contract from the Health Resources & Services Administration 340B Drug Pricing Reimbursement Program, in the total amount of $350,000.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from October 01, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - STD 340B Program. | | |
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25-2033
| 1 | 36. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Dr. David H. Cruz, M.D., for continued physician oversight of the City’s Employee Health & Wellness Clinic. This agreement consolidates medical direction, workers’ compensation review, and prescriptive authority. The initial term of the agreement is two years, with up to two additional one-year extensions upon satisfactory performance. Annual base compensation shall be $75,000 per year, with a 3% annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), not to exceed a total contract value amount of $315,000.00. Funding is available in the Risk Management Fund - Employee Health and Wellness.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
· Goal 7.1: Improve access to health services for all residents.
· Policy 7.1.3: Promote preventive care and occupational health programs to improve overall community well-being.
· Goal 7.5: Strengthen public health systems and operations.
· Policy 7.5.1: Ensure public health programs are financially sustainable and responsive to community and | approve | Pass |
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25-1489
| 1 | 37. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award annual supply/service contract FY25-071 with the lowest responsive/responsible bidder Rain for Rent, Bakersfield, CA in an annual amount up to $500,000.00 for a total contract value of $2,000,000.00 to provide emergency diesel by-pass pump rentals. The vendor shall provide all required equipment, materials, labor, transportation, fuel, and supervision necessary to support temporary by-pass pumping operations at wastewater lift stations or gravity main segments during emergency conditions or scheduled repairs. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as of the date of its execution and is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. This contract has three additional one (1) year extension periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2022 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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25-1961
| 1 | 38. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement with Patterson Equipment Company, The Woodlands, Texas, the sole authorized distributor in Texas for Super Products vacuum equipment in the amount of $65,885.20. This authorization is for the repairs of Vacuum Truck Unit #14664, which requires replacement of the debris tank. Funding for this purchase is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2024 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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25-1962
| 1 | 39. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew supply/services contract number FY24-098 with Midas Contractors of Laredo, Texas in an annual amount of up to $270,000.00 and $540,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term. These services shall be purchased on an as needed basis by the Utilities Department for repairs and new projects. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as of the date of its execution. This contract can be renewed for two additional one-year extension periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. Funding is available in the Waterworks & Sewer System Funds. | | |
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25-1963
| 1 | 40. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award service contract FY25-073 to HST Utility Inc, Saint Petersburg, Florida in an amount of $158,600.00 for Phase V to replace existing large water meters with Neptune Mach 10 ultrasonic water meters at various locations throughout the city. The Utilities Department reserves the right to award Phases I to IV which encompasses the entire city at later date and as it determines fit. Each phase will include the replacement of a specified number of meters. This contract shall be for an initial period of six (6) months from the commencement date. Funding is available in the Waterworks and Sewer System Funds. | | |
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25-2001
| 1 | 41. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to ratify a purchase order in the amount of $249,000.00 to SAL Construction Management for an emergency contract. This contract was necessary to repair a 36-inch water line break that occurred on September 19, 2025. The emergency work ensured continuous water service to the Laredo South area. Funding for this contract is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2024 Water Revenue Bond. | | |
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2025-RT-45
| 1 | 42. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Authorizing the City Manager to execute a three year software service contract with sole-source vendor Remix Technologies, LLC, a subsidiary of VIA Transportation, Inc. in the total amount of $151,200.00. This is a purchase of a cloud-based platform for planning, simultaneous cost estimation, geospatial data analysis, and equity analysis that enable time tables, blocking, run-cutting, and rostering for bus operations. Funding is available in the El Metro Operations Fund. | approve | Pass |
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2025-RT-46
| 1 | 43. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Authorizing the City Manager to amend the CNG Facilities Maintenance Agreement by increasing the year amount from $150,000.00 to $243,000.00, henceforward, due to that all of the fixed route buses are now operated by compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel and the fuel stations are needing frequent maintenance. Service facilities are located at 401 Scott St and 5710 Daugherty Ave. No other amendment to the agreement. Funding is available in El Metro Operations Fund. | approve | Pass |
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2025-RT-47
| 1 | 44. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Consideration to award contract FY25-086 to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder Arguindegui Oil Co. LTD, FY25-086 in an annual amount of $97,523.50 for a total contract value of $487,617.50 to Arguindegui Oil Co. LTD, Laredo, TX for the purchase of motor oil and lubricants for the Laredo Transit Management. The term of this contract is for two (2) years beginning the date of its execution with three (3) additional one (1) year renewal periods upon mutual agreement of both parties. Funding is available in the El Metro Operations Fund. | | |
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25-C-176
| 1 | 45. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on sending a resolution in line with the Southern Alliance of Cities to request Mexico pay the water amounts to South Texas that were recently agreed to by the October 25 deadline, and any matters related to thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-182
| 1 | 46. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on update of previously approved feasibility study on convention center/multi-use center, or any matters related thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-180
| 1 | 47. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on a status update on the vehicles for hire ordinance and any others matters incident thereto. | no action taken | |
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25-C-179
| 1 | 48. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding the feasibility, planning, and potential development of a City of Laredo Civic Center, including evaluation of potential locations, funding mechanisms, public-private partnership opportunities, and any other matters incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-177
| 1 | 49. | Council Item | Discussion and possible action to support federal employees affected by a government shutdown by allowing the deferral of utility payments during the shutdown period, without disconnection penalties or late fees; and any matter incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-178
| 1 | 50. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to install speed humps on Martens Street, Josefina Drive, Crownwood Drive, and Bulldog Blvd. as needed; and any matter incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-172
| 1 | 51. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding an update on how the City will be implementing the indoor recreation feasibility study which was funded in the FY 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Plan, and any other matters incident thereto.
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25-C-173
| 1 | 52. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding the possible purchase of property that connects Divine Mercy Park and Shiloh Bike Trails, and any other matters incident thereto.
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25-C-174
| 1 | 53. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding the enforcement and applicability of City ordinances pertaining to the operation of businesses from residential properties without the required permits, including the legality of using residential lawns or premises to advertise items for sale—such as motor vehicles—not owned by the property occupant, and any other matters incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-156
| 1 | 54. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on opportunities for centralization of city services within the organization, and any other matters incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-181
| 1 | 55. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding Riverbank drive, and any other matters incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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25-C-175
| 1 | 56. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to consider the Mercadito Azteca feasibility study, including potential designation of 14 Iturbide as the project site, comparison of renovation needs identified in the feasibility study with the assessment prepared by the Engineering Department, identification of which organization would be engaged to work with this property, and identification of funding partnerships to offset costs of building renovations, startup, and ongoing operations, and any other matters incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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