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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 9/8/2026 5:30 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: City Council Chambers
A-2026-R-14
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REC26-78 11.RecognitionThe City of Laredo Mayor and City Council proudly recognize A.T. Dovalina Elementary School for earning an A rating with a perfect score of 100 in the 2026 Texas Education Agency (TEA) A–F Accountability Ratings, along with all six Distinction Designations in Reading/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Comparative Academic Growth, Postsecondary Readiness, and Comparative Closing the Gaps. This outstanding achievement reflects the leadership of Principal Mrs. Jamie Vargas, her administrative team, teachers, staff, students, and families whose dedication and teamwork made this accomplishment possible. The City of Laredo congratulates the A.T. Dovalina Wildcats on this remarkable achievement and celebrates their continued commitment to academic excellence.   Not available Not available
REC26-79 12.RecognitionThe City of Laredo Mayor and City Council proudly recognizes Maria de la Luz Esparza Blum in celebration of her 100th birthday and in honor of her life, achievements, contributions, and the lasting impact she has made on her family and community.   Not available Not available
REC26-80 13.RecognitionThe City of Laredo Mayor and City Council proudly recognizes Mrs. Emma Leza, United ISD educational leader, on her selection as a recipient of the Inaugural Texas Latino Legacy Award Established Leaders Category, presented by The Concilio and Latino Leaders Magazine. With more than 30 years of service to United ISD, Mrs. Leza has contributed to the district’s seven consecutive “A” ratings from the Texas Education Agency and proudly represented the Rio Grande Valley as its sole honoree. The City of Laredo congratulates her on this distinguished achievement and her lasting impact on education and our community.   Not available Not available
REC26-81 14.RecognitionThe City of Laredo Mayor and City Council proudly recognizes Jan Jimenez, a ninth-grade student at Harmony School of Excellence–Laredo, for his outstanding achievement in soccer. Jan recently participated in the Allstate Sueño Alianza tryouts in Austin, Texas, a national scouting program that provides young Hispanic athletes opportunities to showcase their talents to professional and collegiate scouts. As a goalkeeper, Jan successfully advanced through two rounds of the selection process and now awaits the recruitment process in September. His achievement reflects his hard work, discipline, and dedication to the sport.   Not available Not available
REC26-82 15.RecognitionThe City of Laredo Mayor and City Council proudly recognizes of Villa Antigua Grill for being the first restaurant in Laredo to receive the prestigious “Sello M” Distinction, awarded by the Mexican Academy of Gastronomy and Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in recognition of its excellence in Mexican gastronomy and its contributions to promoting the flavors and culinary heritage of Mexico in our community. The “Sello M” is a distinguished honor awarded each year to only 197 outstanding restaurants and culinary establishments, making Villa Antigua Grill’s achievement a remarkable milestone and a source of pride for Laredo.   Not available Not available
26-1743 16.CommunicationsPresentation by Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino, providing general comments on city matters, upcoming initiatives, and other relevant updates for the Council and the public.   Not available Not available
APPT26 - 65 17.AppointmentAppointment by Council Member Ruben Gutierrez Jr. of Paulo Favarato to the Airport Advisory Board.    Not available Not available
APPT26 - 66 18.AppointmentAppointment by Council Member Melissa Cigarroa of Manuel Rangel to the Port of Entry Advisory Committee.   Not available Not available
APPT26 - 67 19.AppointmentAppointment by Council Member Ruben Gutierrez Jr. of Dr. Armando Gonzalez to the Municipal Hospital Ad-Hoc Committee.   Not available Not available
26-1509 110.Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinancePublic Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a bar with outdoor on-premise alcohol consumption on Block 854-A (Suite 19, 912 square feet) and Lots 1, 2, 7, and 8, Block 757-A, Eastern Division, located at 4501 and 4500 McPherson Road and 1302 East Taylor Street. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit with the following modifications to the conditions: 1. Amend Condition No. 6 to replace the seven-foot masonry wall with a seven-foot opaque wall. 2. Eliminate Condition No. 7. Staff supports the proposed conditional use permit for an indoor bar located within Suite 19 (912 square feet). However, staff does not support the proposed conditional use permit for outdoor on-premise alcohol consumption. ZC-064-2026 District V   Not available Not available
26-1617 111.Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinancePublic Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Article II, Division 6 (Pay Administration), of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, specifically Section 2-87.7-Policy (c.)(12)(a.) by providing for a two percent (2%) Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) & wage schedule adjustment; a two percent (2%) tenured achievement adjustment pay for all City of Laredo full-time Employees who have completed one consecutive year of employment with the City of Laredo; except Contract Employees, Interns, Cooperative Education Program Employees (Co-Ops), Elected Officials, Temporary Contract Labor Employees, and Firefighters and Police Officers Governed by the Terms of Collective Bargaining Agreement; providing that this Ordinance shall be cumulative; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date (As Amended).   Not available Not available
26-1650 112.Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Code of Ordinances, Chapter 7, Article 1, Section 7-2 “Same-Amendments” and Chapter 24, Appendix D, “Permit Fees”, by increasing the administrative fee for the moving of any building or structure from fifty dollars ($50.00) to sixty dollars ($60.00); clarifying the scope of services covered by the administrative fee; by increasing the swimming pool permit fee from sixty four dollars ($64.00) to ninety ($90.00) and the plan-checking fee from forty dollars ($40.00) to sixty dollars ($60.00); clarifying that for new residential construction, the square footage used to calculate the applicable plan review and permit fee shall be based on the living area of the proposed residential structure; providing an option to utilize authorized third-party plan review services for the Building Division portion of the plan review process; providing for the collection of City plan review fees and additional fees for third-party plan review services; Chapter 7, Article I, Section 7-5 “Same-Amendments-Adopted”, by increasing the mechanical permit basic   Not available Not available
26-1660 113.Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City of Laredo amending Chapter 18, Article V, Section 18-21, “Registration Requirements for New Business Registration”, adding section 18.21(c) entitled “Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy with Conditions”, to establish the issuance and process for Certificates of Occupancy with Conditions; and to establish a fee of two hundred dollars ($200.00); and Chapter 18, Article V, Section 18-27, “Record Keeping and Reinstatement Process”, to establish an Amnesty Certificate of Occupancy fee of two hundred dollars ($200.00); providing that the ordinance shall be cumulative, providing for severability clause, and providing for publication and effective date.   Not available Not available
26-1662 114.Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinanceAn Ordinance amending the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, Chapter 7, Article II, Section 7-20, “Administration”, creating a section to establish the registration, approval, and authorization of third-party inspectors to perform building inspections within the City of Laredo; and to establish a non-refundable third-party inspector registration fee of sixty dollars ($60.00); providing for the review and acceptance of third-party inspection reports by the Building Official; providing for enforcement and revocation authority; providing for severability; providing for publication; and establishing an effective date.   Not available Not available
26-1664 115.Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinanceAn Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, Article II, Division 1, Section 2-16, "Departments of the City" of the Code of Ordinances by consolidating Planning and Zoning Department and Building Development Services Division, and creating the Development Services Department; repealing all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith; providing that the ordinance shall be cumulative, providing for severability clause, and providing for publication and effective date..   Not available Not available
26-1682 116.Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinancePublic Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, adopting the Proposed Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, by appropriating the revenues, expenditures, and balances reported therein for the year beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2027, consistent with the financial plan described in said Annual Budget (see Exhibit "A") and holiday schedule for FY 2026-2027 (see Exhibit "B"); authorizing the City Manager to implement said Annual Budget.   Not available Not available
26-1761 117.Public Hearing & Introductory OrdinancePublic Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 28, Article IX, “Public Right-of-Way Management,” of the Laredo Code of Ordinances by amending Sections 28-165, 28-167, 28-176, 28-205, 28-206, 28-210, 28-217, 28-218, 28-219, 28-220, 28-221, 28-222, 28-223, 28-224, 28-228, 28-231, 28-232, 28-240, 28-249, and 28-253; adding Sections 28-224.1 and 28-224.2; establishing enhanced infrastructure-protection, excavation-safety, financial-security, incident-response, cost-recovery, and oversight requirements for work in the public right-of-way; providing for cumulative remedies; providing a severability and savings clause; providing for publication; and declaring an effective date.   Not available Not available
2026-O-165 118.Final ReadingsAn Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas amending Article VI [Investment Policy] of Chapter 2 [Administration] of the Code of Ordinances in order to update investment officers’ titles, adjust / update the current broker/dealer list, and make minor language adjustments to the City’s Investment Policy.   Not available Not available
2026-O-168 119.Final ReadingsAn Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute all legal documents granting AEP Texas, Inc., a 15’ Utility Easement and Right-of-Way containing 683.27 sq. ft of land, more or less, out of a tract of land, being the remainder of a 128.0839 acre tract, Lot 1, Block 1, Laredo Northwest International Bridge Plat, recorded in Volume 22, Page 86, Plat Records of Webb County, Texas, this 683.27 sq. ft. Utility Easement being more particularly described by Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made part of, providing for an effective date.   Not available Not available
2026-O-169 120.Final ReadingsAn Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a conditional use permit for a Phone Exchange/Switching Station on Lot 5, Block 179, Western Division, located at 1016 San Francisco Avenue. ZC-062-2025 District VIII   Not available Not available
2026-O-170 121.Final ReadingsAn Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by authorizing the issuance of a special use permit for a restaurant serving alcohol on Lots 7 and 8, Block 305, Eastern Division, located at 818 and 820 Clark Boulevard. ZC-065-2026 District IV   Not available Not available
2026-O-171 122.Final ReadingsAn Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 22.82 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located west of US Highway 83 and north of Masterson Road, from AG (Agricultural District) and B-3 (Community Business District) to R-1B (Single Family High Density District). ZC-066-2026 District II   Not available Not available
2026-R-224 123.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, establishing a property tax rate budget planning policy; directing that when the voter-approval tax rate exceeds the City's existing tax rate, the voter-approval tax rate shall generally be used as the initial revenue capacity assumption in development of the City Manager's proposed annual budget; requiring presentation of the voter-approval, existing, and no-new-revenue tax rate scenarios; preserving the City Council's annual authority to adopt any lawful property tax rate; and providing for related matters.   Not available Not available
2026-R-225 124.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, establishing the policy and framework for a General Fund Employee Separation Reserve beginning in Fiscal Year 2027-2028; directing the City Manager to use Fiscal Year 2026-2027 as a development and baseline year; providing for the consolidation of General Fund departmental employee separation appropriations; providing for appropriate contributions from enterprise and other funds separate from administrative and indirect cost allocations; establishing principles for annual funding, reconciliation, and administration; and providing for related matters.   Not available Not available
26-1642 125.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to execute the Toll Collection System Maintenance Service Contract between the City of Laredo and TransCore, L.P. (sole source vendor), for the hardware and software maintenance of the Laredo Bridge System Electronic Toll Collection equipment. This maintenance service contract is for a term of (1) one-year, subject to future budget appropriations, effective October 1, 2026 in the amount of $1,032,100.58 unless terminated by either party. This (1) one-year contract was made to align future contracts to be in line with the City of Laredo fiscal year. This is the third extension of four. Funding is available in the Laredo Bridge System Fund.   Not available Not available
2026-R-209 126.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing and approving a temporary closure of International Bridge II “Juarez-Lincoln International” at the request of Customs and Border Protection in Laredo, Texas, submitted by Mr. Manuel Cavazos, Supervisory Customs and Border Protection Officer, in order to hold the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 ceremony. This event is to be held on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 7:00 a.m.   Not available Not available
26-1740 127.Consent AgendaConsideration to renew contract FY23-062 with Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld LLP, Washington, D.C. to provide federal legislative and lobbying consulting services for the City of Laredo. The contract amount should not exceed $240,000.00 annually. This contract shall be for one year, this is the third of three extension periods, to commence September 1, 2026. All legislative and lobbying consulting services will be on a continuous basis. Funding is available in the General Fund.   Not available Not available
2026-R-223 128.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, establishing a continuing policy for organizational efficiency, consolidation of complementary functions, improved utilization of City assets and facilities, and cost-effective delivery of municipal services; declaring the City Council's intent to consider certain departmental consolidations and realignments; supporting the creation and consolidation of certain administrative functions; providing for the evaluation of alternative service-delivery models; establishing a citywide facilities utilization framework; recognizing organizational consolidations previously authorized by the City Council; recognizing the respective legislative and administrative responsibilities of the City Council and City Manager; and providing for related matters.   Not available Not available
26-1521 129.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to enter into contract and award 2025 HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) set-aside funds in the amount of $150,000.00. 1. $75,000.00 to NeighborWorks Laredo, for the construction of one (1) single- family home. 2. $75,000.00 to Habitat for Humanity of Laredo, for the construction of one (1) single- family home.    Not available Not available
26-1588 130.Consent AgendaRatifying the execution of a service agreement between the City of Laredo Detoxification and USI Insurance Services LLC, Dallas Tx. for insurance coverage for the City of Laredo Roots Recovery Center (in-hospital detox center) to include $1,000,000 per occurrence/$3,000,000 annual aggregate for general and professional liability - medical including products and completed operations, and hired auto liability for an annual amount of $92,670.32 for a total contract value of $ 278,010.96. Contract will be for 1 year beginning August 1, 2026 through August 1, 2027 and two additional one-year renewals for a total of 3 years . Funding is available through the Detoxification funds   Not available Not available
2026-R-179 131.ResolutionAuthorizing the Fourth Amendment to the Chapter 380 Economic Development Performance and Program Grant Agreement between the City of Laredo, Texas and Laredo Outlet Shoppes, LLC, originally executed on September 2, 2014, to amend certain terms and conditions of the Agreement, including an extension of the Agreement term, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents.   Not available Not available
26-1569 132.Consent AgendaConsideration for approval of the selection and short list of the respondents for Request for Qualifications (RFQ) FY24-ENG-52-C Construction Management At-Risk Service for the Plaza Theatre Preservation and Restoration Project; and authorization to proceed with Step 2 Request for Proposals (RFP) from the selected respondents. A total of (5) firms responded to the Request for Qualifications on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The evaluation committee recommends the selection of Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Laredo, Texas; Stoddard Enterprise, LLC, Spring Branch, TX; and Midas Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas to submit Request for Proposals for Step 2. There is no financial impact at this time. 1. Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Laredo, Texas 2. Stoddard Enterprise, LLC, Spring Branch, TX 3. Midas Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas   Not available Not available
26-1634 133.Consent AgendaConsideration to award a construction contract to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder HDL Construction, LLC, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $182,449.80 for FY26-ENG-19 Lafayette Tiny Homes Phase II Veteran Exclusive Housing Project for the total base bid. Construction contract time is 90 working days. Funding is available in the Capital Improvement Fund. 1. HDL Construction, LLC, Laredo, Texas Total base bid: $182,449.80 2. ALC Construction Co., Inc., Laredo, Texas Total base bid: $252,900.00 3. Sima Contractors, LLC, Laredo, Texas Total base bid: $285,700.00 4. Zertuche Construction Texas LLC, Laredo, Texas Total base bid: $316,143.90 5. Cid Group Inc., Laredo, Texas Total base bid: $509,350.39 6. Eddie G Construction, LLC, Laredo, Texas Total base bid: $538,000.00 7. ABBA Construction, LLC, Laredo, Texas Total base bid: $633,187.00 Refer to attached letter of recommendation.   Not available Not available
26-1670 134.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to approve Payment Estimate No. 31 in the amount of $2,128,573.55 to Leyendecker Construction of Texas, Inc. This amount includes the release of partial retainage totaling $2,035,885.55 for the completion of Phase 1A. Funding is available in the Sports and Community Venue.   Not available Not available
26-1615 135.Consent AgendaConsideration to authorize the purchase of replacement parts sorely needed for the Environmental and Solid Waste Services Department - Materials Recycling Facility (MFR) from Machinex Technologies, Inc. from High Point, N.C. in the amount not to exceed $116,600.15. The recycling facility has been in operations since 2013. The replacement of these parts is vital for the operations of the City-owned Recycling Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) at the Solid Waste Department. Machinex Technologies, Inc. is the sole source vendor of these replacement parts. Funding is available in the Solid Waste Fund.   Not available Not available
26-1618 136.Consent AgendaConsideration to authorize the purchase of one (1) unit of heavy equipment for the Environmental and Solid Waste Services Department from Waukesha-Pearce Industries, Inc. from Laredo, TX. in the amount not to exceed $187,150.00. The heavy equipment is a new Komatsu D39PX-24 Dozer. The purchase of this equipment shall be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract #011723-KOM. Funding is available under the Solid Waste 2022 Certificate of Obligation Issue and the Solid Waste Fund.   Not available Not available
26-1636 137.Consent AgendaConsideration to reject the one (1) proposal submitted for RFP 2026-061 Used Tire Management through Cit-E-Bid from the following vendor: 1. UTW Collection Services, Donna, TX; Total base bid: $446,000.00 The proposal was submitted in response to a solicitation to award a contract for tire collection services. After evaluations conducted by the Environmental and Solid Waste Services Department it is recommended rejecting this bid on the grounds that the provided rate is not competitive with market estimates. The department would like to rebid for this service contract to weigh any other possible options up to and including the City managing these materials ourselves.   Not available Not available
26-1644 138.Consent AgendaConsideration to authorize the purchase of nine (9) Inter-Pak PC 4YD Precrusher Compactors and eighteen (18) Compactor Receivers Boxes needed for the Environmental and Solid Waste Services Department from Box Gang Manufacturing, LLC from Houston, TX in the amount not to exceed $863,553.00. The equipment will be used at the citizens convenience drop-off centers. The purchase of this equipment shall be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract #010825-BXG. Funding is available under the Solid Waste 2023 Certificate of Obligation Issue.   Not available Not available
26-1647 139.Consent AgendaConsideration to authorize the purchase two (2) Petersen TL2 Loaders for the Environmental and Solid Waste Services Department from Doggett Freightliner of South Texas, LLC from Austin, TX. in the amount not to exceed $451,732.00. The purchase of this equipment shall be made utilizing TIPS Contract #230802. Funding is available under the Solid Waste 2023 Certificate of Obligation Issue.   Not available Not available
26-1608 140.Consent AgendaConsideration to renew contract FY24-080 to Clark Hardware, Laredo, Texas as the Primary Vendor and Mark's Plumbing Parts, Forth Worth, Texas as the Secondary Vendor, in an annual amount not to exceed $400,000.00 for primary vendor and $50,000.00 for secondary vendor. This is a two year contract renewal for the purchase of assorted plumbing items such as: water fountains, heaters, couplings, fittings, etc. All items will be purchased on an as needed basis throughout the year for various City departments. This is the last extension period. Funding is available in the respective department's budgets.   Not available Not available
26-1657 141.Consent AgendaConsideration 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 $30,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term; 2). Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $20,000.00 and $20,000.00 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 one additional one-year period, upon mutual agreement of the parties. All services will be purchased on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund.   Not available Not available
26-1665 142.Consent AgendaConsideration to renew annual contracts FY25-089 for the general diesel engine repairs and parts/service for the City’s Fleet Department with the following vendors: 1. Cervantes Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $600,000.00 and $1,200,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term; 2. Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 and $500,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term; 3. South Texas Auto Rebuilders, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 and $500,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term; 4. Rush Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 and $500,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term; 5. J&P Mobile Mechanics, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $50,000.00 and $100,000.00 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 $100,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term. This contract establishes multiple vendors for general diesel engine repairs and provides the    Not available Not available
26-1678 143.Consent AgendaConsideration to renew service contract number FY24-066 with Lopez Transmission, Laredo, Texas, in an annual amount of $150,000.00 and $150,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term. This contract establishes a discount percentage on parts and an hourly labor rate for automatic transmission repair services for the Fleet Department. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one (1) year beginning as of the date of its execution. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This contract may be extended for one (1) additional one (1) year period, each upon mutual agreement of the parties and contingent on future funding appropriations. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund.   Not available Not available
2026-R-192 144.ResolutionA 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 Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHS) for the Family Planning Program (FPP) Project Grant in the amount of $308,865.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from September 01, 2026 through August 31, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Family Planning Program (FPP) Project Grant.   Not available Not available
26-1566 145.Consent AgendaConsideration to renew contract FY24-078 to ComPsych Corporation, Chicago, Illinois to provide an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and to authorize the City Manager to execute all contract documents. This program allows employees to receive employee trainings and confidential assistance in many areas without having to access their medical benefits plan. The City of Laredo provides EAP coverage to approximately 2,900 employees and their dependents. The types of services provided are: confidential counseling (stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, etc.) financial planning, legal support, smoking cessation to name a few. It is estimated that the program will incur a cost of approximately $52,548 per year, for a total contract value of $262,740. The contract is based on a fee of $1.51 per active employee per month. Contract has a five-year price rate guarantee and is subject to future appropriations. This contract was for an initial term of two (2) years with an option to extend the contract three (3) additional one (1) year periods. This is extension 1 of 3. Funding is avai   Not available Not available
2026-R-194 146.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a continuation contract with Valley AIDS Council for the HIV Ryan White Part D Women, Infants, Children, and Youth (WICY) Program Grant, in the total amount of $53,759.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term from August 01, 2026 through July 31, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department fund - HIV Ryan White Part D Grant.   Not available Not available
2026-R-199 147.ResolutionA 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 Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHS) for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Project Grant in the amount of $6,336,223.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from October 01, 2026 through September 30, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Women’s, Infants, and Children (WIC) Project Grant.   Not available Not available
2026-R-200 148.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify, accept and enter into a continuation contract from the Department of Health and Human Services for the Ryan White Part C Outpatient EIS Program, in the amount of $310,799.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Ryan White Part C Outpatient EIS Program Grant. ..body.   Not available Not available
2026-R-210 149.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract amendment with Valley AIDS Council for the HIV Ryan White Part D Women, Infants, Children, and Youth (WICY) Program Grant, in the additional amount of $8,064.00, for a total amount of $61,824.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term from August 01, 2025 through September 29, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department fund - HIV Ryan White Part D Grant.   Not available Not available
26-1730 150.Consent AgendaConsideration to award a contract with LaneStaffing, Inc., Houston, Texas, utilizing HGACBuy Cooperative Contract No. TS06-25 to provide Temporary Staffing Agency Services. Vendor will be awarded for set contract services to provide to the City of Laredo with a pool for those departments that might require temporary staffing throughout the fiscal year. All services will be secured on an as needed basis and the estimated contract annual amount should not exceed $560,000.00 and a contract value not to exceed $1,120,000.00. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two (2) years, beginning effective date of contract. Funding is available in the respective departmental budgets.   Not available Not available
26-1500 151.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to enter into and execute a contract between the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) and the City of Laredo for the purchase of the AT&T Emergency Services IP Network (ESInet), an IP Based Network for 9-1-1 Call Routing, and Network Circuits for 9-1-1 Regional Administration, Information Services and Telecommunications (IST), Solid Waste and Utilities through DIR contract #DIR-TELE-CTSA-002 in the total amount of $836,805.81 for Monthly Recurring Costs. The ESInet costs will total $678,535.76, and the Network Circuits for 9-1-1, IST, Solid Waste, and Utilities will total $158,270.05. Funding is available for these services in the 9-1-1 Regional, IST, Solid Waste, and Utilities funds. Purchases are for services provided through August 31, 2027.   Not available Not available
26-1508 152.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to enter into and execute a contract between SecuLore Solutions, an Exacom Company focused on Public Safety, and the City of Laredo to provide cybersecurity technology and monitoring services to safeguard the 9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs), as well as the 9-1-1 Database Network in the four county region of Jim Hogg, Starr, Webb and Zapata. SecuLore will provide SecuLore Cybersight cybersecurity monitoring services for the South Texas Region in the total amount of $338,508.20 for a two-year period. The managed services will be purchased from SecuLore Solutions through the Houston Galveston Area Council of Governments (HGAC) Contract No. EC07-23. Funding is available in the Regional 9-1-1 Fund.   Not available Not available
26-1542 153.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to enter into a Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) two (2) year service agreement with General Datatech, L.P. (GDT) through the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) cooperative purchasing program DIR-CPO-5347 in the amount of $130,844.13; Funding is available in the IST department, contractual services budget account number 595-5530-513-5588.   Not available Not available
26-1543 154.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to execute a four (4) year Service Agreement with Motorola Solutions Inc., from Chicago, IL utilizing contract DIR-CPO-5433, in an annual amount of $350,627.40 and for the total amount not to exceed $1,402,510.00 for the maintenance of the City of Laredo’s P25 800 MHz Trunked Radio Communications System, as attached hereto. The service agreement provides annual maintenance for the infrastructure and subscriber equipment, as well as support. Funding is available in the IST - Radio division line item 595-5515-513-5588.    Not available Not available
26-1550 155.Consent AgendaAmendment to previously approved motion authorizing the use of State of Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) and other approved cooperative purchasing contracts for purchases from the following vendors in estimated annual amounts, in accordance with their current contract numbers and any future contract number changes resulting from contract renewals; to correct AT&T’s DIR Contract number to DIR-TELE-CTSA-002. DELL - $1,200,000.00 Omnia Contract Region 14 ESC-TX 01-143 Expiration 11/30/2030 Verizon - $450,000.00 DIR-TELE-CTSA-015 Expiration 2/2/2030, DIR-CPO-4889 Expiration Date 4/11/28 AT&T - $600,000.00 DIR-TELE-CTSA-002 Expiration Date 11/05/2029 SHI Govt Solutions - $2,000,000.00 Omnia Contract R220804 Expiration Date 07/01/2034, DIR-CPO-4875 Expiration Date 01/25/2028 CDW-G - $500,000.00 Omnia R210401 Expiration Date 5/31/2026, 2024056-01 Expiration Date 7/1/2034, R220801 Expiration Date 09/30/2027, R210401 - 05/31/2026 Insight - $750,000.00 DIR-CPO-4948 Expiration 10/25/2025, DIR-CPO-5030 Expiration 02/28/2027 T-Mobile - $200,000.00 Sourcewell contract - #031924-SPT   Not available Not available
2026-R-185 156.ResolutionA resolution authorizing the City Manager to accept 1.86 acres of land out of the Las Aldeas Subdivision, Phase 2 from Las Aldeas Laredo 2, L.P., conveyance by Plat of 1.86 acres, the requirement of 1.86 acres of parkland to serve for the recreational parkland purposes in accordance with the City of Laredo Parkland Dedication Ordinance in the Land Development Code: Authorizing the execution of Warranty Deed; and providing for an effective date. This land has a $101,750.00 Cash Valuation.   Not available Not available
2026-R-193 157.ResolutionResolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas ratifying and authorizing the City Manager to submit an application in the amount of $594,182.00 to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD), under the 2027 Local Parks Grant Program for The Lago Del Valle Park Bike and Hike Trails, and execute all relevant documents as determined by TPWD. The project will provide, promote and support outdoor recreation. This notice of funding opportunity is on a reimbursement basis. Grant match in the amount of $297,091.00 is available through District 3 Park Improvement Fees and District 3’s Discretionary Funds from the 2025 Certificate of Obligations Bond.   Not available Not available
2026-R-201 158.ResolutionPublic Hearing and adoption of amendments to the Future Thoroughfare Plan as Appendix “D” of the City of Laredo’s Comprehensive Plan. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended adoption of amendments to the Future Thoroughfare Plan with changes identified as Exhibit A thru U, with the removal of Exhibit R. Staff recommends the adoption of the amendments to the Future Thoroughfare Plan with the changes identified as Exhibits A thru U.   Not available Not available
2026-R-183 159.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing the City Manager to ratify the acceptance of a grant in the amount of $872,271.00 to fund the Laredo Police Department HIDTA Task Force, the Laredo DEA HIDTA Task Force, and the Rio Grande Valley HIDTA Task Force. These initiatives are funded by the Executive Office of the President, Office of the National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), and High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) at no cost to the City. Funding for HSI HIDTA Task Force and DEA HIDTA Task Force will be used for personnel salaries, fringe benefits, overtime, travel, and operating expenses; funding for the Rio Grande Valley Task Force will be used for overtime, fringe benefits, and operating expenses. Grant performance period is from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027. Funding is available in the Financial Task Force Fund. PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION Resolution 2026-R-38 was approved by the City Council on February 17, 2026 authorizing grant application.   Not available Not available
2026-R-186 160.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify the submission of a grant application in the estimated amount of $66,000.00 to the Texas Department of Transportation to fund the FY 2027 STEP Impaired Driving Mobilization (IDM) program. The performance period is during enforcement waves scheduled on holidays between October 01, 2026 through September 30, 2027. This grant funding is to pay overtime salaries for officers to increase enforcement to arrest individuals driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol by minor. The City of Laredo is required to match approximately $15,500.00, from General Fund. Funding is available in Special Police Fund.   Not available Not available
2026-R-190 161.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify the submission of a grant application in the estimated amount of $300,000.00 to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to fund the FY2026 National Integrated Ballistic Information (NIBIN) Modernization Program for the period of October 01, 2026 through September 30, 2031. This grant program will provide funding to modernize NIBIN technology at existing sites currently utilizing outdated technology. Grant funds will cover the cost of the NIBIN-Compatible equipment and maintenance costs for five years. No local match is required. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund.   Not available Not available
26-1547 162.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to execute perpetual easements and right of way with AEP TEXAS, INC for electric distribution lines at two properties located in the Cheyenne Subdivision. These easements will facilitate a project to install lighting and cameras at both Haynes Recreation Center Chacon Trail and the Chacon Trail at Cheyenne Park. Property 1: a 10-foot-wide easement lying within a tract of land containing 8.3233 acres described as Lot Number One, in Block Number Seven, Cheyenne Subdivision, Phase II, Webb County, Texas; Said tract of land conveyed to Grantor on deed recorded in Document #717693, Official Public Records of Webb County, Texas; and Property 2: a 10-foot-wide easement lying wholly within a tract of land containing 7.22 acres described as Lot 12, Block 1, Cheyenne Subdivision, Phase V, Webb County, Texas; Said tract of land conveyed to Grantor on deed recorded in Document #996786, Official Public Records of Webb County, Texas. This authorization includes the execution of all necessary documents and any actions required to effectuate the easements.   Not available Not available
2026-R-204 163.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify the acceptance of a grant in the amount of $63,975.00 from the Office of The Governor, Homeland Security Grant Division for the purpose of funding the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) - Law Enforcement Terrorism Prevention Activities (LETPA) Grant. This funding will be utilized to purchase a portable x-ray system for the Laredo Police Department Bomb Squad Unit. No local match is required. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund.   Not available Not available
26-1591 164.Consent AgendaConsideration to award contract IFB 2026-077 to Sole Bidder Magic Valley Concrete, LLC, Palmview, Texas for the purchase for the purchase of Ready-Mix Cement (job site delivery) for Public Works and various city departments for an amount of $2,000,000.00 annually. For a total four-year contract value of $8,000,000.00. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two (2) years beginning as of the date of its execution, and may be extended for 1 additional two (2) year period. All materials shall be purchased on an as-needed basis. Funding is available in the respective user department’s operation funds.   Not available Not available
26-1633 165.Consent AgendaConsideration to award contract IFB 2026-073 to Vulcan Materials Company; San Antonio, TX. for an annual amount of $500,000.00 & Anderson Columbia; Weslaco, TX: B & D for an annual amount of $1,500,000.00 for the purchase of Public Works materials for various departments. For a total four-year contract value of $8,000,000.00 The term of this contract shall be for a period of two (2) years beginning as of the date of its execution, and may be extended for 1 additional two (2) year period. All materials shall be purchased on an as-needed basis. Funding is available in the respective user department’s operation funds. Contract Pricing: Vulcan Materials Company SECTION I Price/ton Annual Amount Flexible Base - Commercial = LRA Type B Blackbase Type 1 Grade AA Plus F.O.B. delivered to job sites. $109.46 $250,000.00 SECTION II Commercial = LRA Premix Type D Plus F.O.B. delivered to job sites    Not available Not available
2026-R-195 166.ResolutionA Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, requesting the acceptance of the donation of three (3) easements for the purpose of installing a 12-inch Water Line, an 8-inch Sanitary Sewer Line, a 6-inch Force Main Line, and a Lift Station.   Not available Not available
26-1601 167.Consent AgendaAuthorizing the City Manager to award RFQ 2026-047 professional services contract to Sepulveda Associates Architects, Inc. in the amount of $429,609.00 for the proposed Water and Waste Water Laboratory for Water Quality Assurance and associated site improvements. Services include schematic design phase, construction document phase, bidding and negotiation and construction administration phase. The term of this contract shall be for a period of twenty-four months. Funding is available in the 2024 Water Revenue Bond.   Not available Not available
26-1604 168.Consent AgendaConsideration to award in an annual supply contract with the Sole Source Vendor Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc from Carrolton, Texas, in an amount of $300,000.00 This contract is subject to future appropriations and allows for the purchase of replacement submersible water, sewer, and drainage pumps, parts, and service for the Wastewater Treatment Plants and lift stations for the Utilities Department. The term of this contract shall be for a period of (1) one year. All pumps, parts, and services will be secured on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund.   Not available Not available
26-1605 169.Consent AgendaConsideration to renew annual service contract FY24-086 to provide electric motor repair services with the following vendors: 1. RAMSA Electric of Laredo, Texas in an annual amount of up to $400,000.00 and $400,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term; 2. Delta House Electric & Motor, of Freer, Texas in an annual amount of up to $375,000.00 and $375,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term. Repairs are for motors with horsepower ratings ranging from 1/8 HP to 400 HP that are used in water and wastewater operations. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as of the date of its execution. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the second of three one-year extension periods. All services will be purchased on an as needed basis. Funding is available in the Waterworks and Sewer System Funds.    Not available Not available
26-1759 170.Consent AgendaConsideration to authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute a Water Utility Service and Controlled Development Agreement with TDB World Industrial Park LLC and Webb County Municipal Utility District No. 1 for outside-city retail water service to World Logistics Park, including developer-funded infrastructure, applicable rates and fees, a four-year warranty and M&O evaluation period, future annexation, and any matters incident thereto; subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney.   Not available Not available
26-1499 171.Closed SessionRequest for Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.087 related to economic development deliberation and negotiations regarding an incentive agreement to South Laredo SNF RP, LTD, pursuant to Chapter 380 of the Texas Government Code, and any other matter incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-1580 172.Closed SessionRequest for Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.087 related to economic development deliberation and negotiations regarding an incentive agreement to Verde Capital Group, LLC., pursuant to Chapter 380 of the Texas Government Code, and any other matter incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-1722 173.Closed SessionRequest for Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074 to discuss the City Manager’s annual review pursuant to the terms of the City Manager’s employment agreement, and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-1754 174.Closed SessionRequest for Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.074 (Personnel Matters) to discuss the City Manager's performance evaluation of the City Attorney and authorize a four (4%) annual merit increase to the City Attorney's base salary, effective as of the anniversary date of October 1, 2026, in accordance with the terms of the employment agreement, with an effective date of implementation and any other matter incident thereto.    Not available Not available
26-1760 175.Closed SessionEmployment matter discussion and possible action pursuant to 2.06 of the City Charter.   Not available Not available
2026-RT-26 176.Laredo Mass Transit BoardAuthorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) FY2026 Section 5339(c) Low or No Emission Program in the amount of $7,941,515. for the purchase of six (6) Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Transit buses and two (2) Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Trolley Buses for the replacement of one (1) diesel bus and seven (7) CNG Buses. It will be an 85%/15% Federal-to-Local Split which is FTA (85%) $6,750,287.75 and Transportation Development Credits (TDCs) through the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) (15%) $1,191,227.25.   Not available Not available
2026-RT-29 177.Laredo Mass Transit BoardAuthorizing the City Manager to submit grant application to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for the FY2027 application STATE-U-2026-LAREDO-3520 in the amount of $586,592.00, no local match is required. Funds will be used for operating expenses of the preventative maintenance division. Funds are made available through the Texas Transportation Commission for large urban, small urban, and rural areas. Funding will be available in the El Metro Operations Fund. No financial impact.   Not available Not available
26-C-152 178.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action to review and amend Chapter 6 (Animals) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Laredo to strengthen provisions concerning lawful surrender of animals, proper restraint and confinement, minimum standards for adequate shelter and humane care, and enforcement of animal-related ordinances, including penalties and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-155 179.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action regarding city support for a baseball tournament and directing management to review a potential collaboration agreement similar to existing agreements for other youth baseball tournaments, similar to the recent PONY League Reimbursement Agreement, and any matters thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-156 180.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action to approve a resolution urging the Trump administration to release withheld Medicaid funding, including funding associated with the Comprehensive Hospital Increase Reimbursement Program (CHIRP), to protect essential hospital services and access to health care for our medically undeserved community, and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-122 181.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action to direct the City Manager to develop official protocols for use of Police Department Personnel outside of their regular duties to include an Executive Protection, Official Transportation, Cost Recovery, and Public Notification Policy in support of official governmental activities.   Not available Not available
26-C-147 182.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action to receive an update regarding the status of the Rio Grande Flood Study, and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-149 183.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action to direct the City Manager and appropriate departments to review the City’s existing ordinances, permitting requirements, right-of-way regulations, enforcement procedures, and fees related to fiber-optic and telecommunications infrastructure, in response to ongoing concerns regarding damage to private property caused by providers, contractors, and subcontractors; and to return to City Council with recommendations to strengthen regulations and enforcement to the maximum extent permitted under Texas law. The review shall include requirements for timely repair and restoration of damaged property, contractor identification and accountability, resident notification and complaint response, inspections, penalties, financial responsibility, and maximum allowable fees; while also identifying limitations imposed by state law on municipal regulation of telecommunications infrastructure and all lawful measures available to the City to better protect residents and hold responsible parties accountable; and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-148 184.Council ItemRecognizing Elite LTX, a 4th Grade youth basketball team from Blackout Athletics, for winning the Las Vegas Grand Finale Championship, defeating IE Elite of the Inland Empire from the Los Angeles area by a score of 40–38. Elite LTX completed the season with an outstanding 63–3 record, remained undefeated against Laredo competition for four consecutive years, and finished undefeated against San Antonio and Rio Grande Valley teams. Now in its fourth year, the team has retained six of its seven players since its founding, with the seventh player joining in year three. The team's continued success reflects the value of consistency, dedicated parent support, and exceptional coaching at Blackout Athletics. Their dedication, teamwork, discipline, and perseverance are a true reflection of their commitment to excellence both on and off the court, as well as in the classroom. Their motto, “We Are Elite,” represents the program’s commitment to success in athletics, academics, and life. Special recognition is extended to Head Coach CJ Martinez and Assistant Coaches Mat Duron, Andy Pompa   Not available Not available
26-C-142 185.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action regarding the ongoing and recurring water service disruptions, low-water-pressure events, water quality concerns, infrastructure failures, and other deficiencies affecting residents throughout the City of Laredo, including District 6; presentation by City Management and the Utilities Department regarding the causes of recent incidents, the City’s response, preventative measures, infrastructure and operational deficiencies, and plans to improve the reliability of the City’s water system; and discussion of administrative and management accountability, including personnel, organizational, operational, and other corrective actions necessary to address continued failures and restore public confidence in the City’s water utility.   Not available Not available
26-C-95 186.Council ItemPresentation with possible action regarding the Riverbank Road realignment project and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-150 187.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action to reevaluate the 2027 budget, efficiency measures, and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-151 188.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action on the use of city owned facilities, parks, and property for political activity and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available
26-C-153 189.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action regarding the creation of a Landlord Registration Program to improve the City’s ability to identify rental properties and responsible parties, facilitate communication with property owners and managers, strengthen code enforcement, and promote safe and habitable rental housing within the City of Laredo and any other matters incident thereto.    Not available Not available
26-C-154 190.Council ItemDiscussion with possible action regarding the non-binding pediatric hospital ballot referendum, including consideration of a funding mechanism to be adopted contingent upon voter approval, and any other matters incident thereto.   Not available Not available