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REC-01
| 1 | 1. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor and Council recognize Nora May, Parks & Recreation Department Superintendent for her induction into the Puerto Rico Softball Hall of Fame. | | |
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REC-02
| 1 | 2. | Recognition | The City of Laredo and City Council recognize Santos Ramos as a legendary figure in bodybuilding, honored for winning the title of Mr. Mexico seven times—including in 1976, 1977, and 1984—and for his achievements as a fitness entrepreneur. He also competed in professional wrestling under the masked persona “El Guerrero Azteca,” successfully blending bodybuilding and professional wrestling and distinguishing himself through his dedication and success in both disciplines. | | |
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REC-03
| 1 | 3. | Recognition | In recognition of Sigma Delta Lambda’s exceptional commitment to service, completing over 10,000 service hours this semester in support of education, at-risk youth, and community initiatives. Their work included partnerships with local schools, Harmony Public Schools, and numerous community organizations, supported by strong member leadership and dedication. The chapter continues to expand its impact through upcoming state-level and global service efforts. | | |
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REC-05
| 1 | 4. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino & City Council recognizes Deputy Chief, Christopher Perez for his 28 years of service to the Laredo Fire Department. | | |
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REC-06
| 1 | 5. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino & City Council recognizes Captain Jorge Gomez for his 31 years of service to the Laredo Fire Department. | | |
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26-125
| 1 | 6. | 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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26-129
| 1 | 7. | Communications | Invitation by the Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association to the City of Laredo Mayor, Laredo City Council and the citizens of Laredo and Webb County to the upcoming WBCA events with a presentation of the 2026 WBCA Commemorative Artwork to the Mayor and City Council. | | |
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26-172
| 1 | 8. | Communications | Presentation and update on recent Border Security Discussions. | | |
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APPT26 - 01
| 1 | 9. | Appointment | Reappointment by Council Member Alyssa Cigarroa of Sandra Rocha Taylor to the Ethics Commission. | | |
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APPT26 - 02
| 1 | 10. | Appointment | Reappointment by Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño of Mr. Jose Ceballos to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 1 Downtown Committee, to serve as Chair for a one-year term. | | |
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APPT26 - 03
| 1 | 11. | Appointment | Reappointment by Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño of Mr. David Puig to the Port of Entry Advisory Committee. | | |
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APPT26 - 04
| 1 | 12. | Appointment | Appointment of Hector Alaniz to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Council Member Ruben Gutierrez. | | |
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APPT26 - 05
| 1 | 13. | Appointment | Appointment by Council Member Alyssa Cigarroa of Felix Canales to the Port of Entry Advisory Committee. | | |
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APPT26 - 06
| 1 | 14. | Appointment | Appointment by Council Member Alyssa Cigarroa of Shelby Vasquez to the Economic Development Advisory Committee. | | |
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APPT26 - 07
| 1 | 15. | Appointment | Appointment of Sister Rosemary Welsh to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Council Member Alyssa Cigarroa. | | |
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APPT26 - 08
| 1 | 16. | Appointment | Appointment of Richard Hachar to the Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee by Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino. Recommended by Mayor Pro Tempore, Gilbert Gonzalez. | | |
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APPT26 - 09
| 1 | 17. | Appointment | Appointment of Steve LaMantia as Chairman to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino. | | |
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APPT26 - 10
| 1 | 18. | Appointment | Appointment of Wicho Tijerina to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Council Member Ricardo Rangel Jr. | | |
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APPT26 - 12
| 1 | 19. | Appointment | Appointment of Martin Castro to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Council Member Melissa Cigarroa. | | |
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APPT26 - 13
| 1 | 20. | Appointment | Appointment of Miguel Conchas to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino. | | |
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APPT26 - 14
| 1 | 21. | Appointment | Appointment of Michelle Winterroth to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Council Member Vanessa Perez. | | |
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APPT26 - 15
| 1 | 22. | Appointment | Appointment of Henry Sauvignet to the Mayoral Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee. Recommended by Council Member Dr. Tyler King. | | |
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26-70
| 1 | 23. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 8.6 acre tract, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located north of Penn Street and west of Riverside Drive, from AG (Agriculture District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change. Staff supports the application.
ZC-001-2026
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26-71
| 1 | 24. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance 2015-O-039, which authorized a conditional use permit for a Kiosk/Food Stand and Meat Market in the Grocery Store on Lot 12, Block 446, Eastern Division, located at 202 West San Carlos Street in order to remove Deyanira Villarreal and Ralph A. Hase and replace with Sergio Briones and Yessenia Briones as the parties to whom the permit is issued.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit amendment. Staff supports the application.
ZC-005-2026
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26-72
| 1 | 25. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance 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 1 and 2, Block 1, Buitron/Ramos Subdivision, located at 7101 and 7105 McPherson Road.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed special use permit. Staff supports the application.
ZC-010-2026
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26-74
| 1 | 26. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 31.64 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located south of Facultad Boulevard and west of US Highway 83, from R-1MH (Single Family Manufactured Housing 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-011-2026
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26-79
| 1 | 27. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 3.70 acres, located north of Cielito Lindo Boulevard and west of Ejido Avenue, from B-1 (Limited Business District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to B-3 (Community Business District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application.
ZC-004-2026
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26-80
| 1 | 28. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 1.3 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located south of Avenida Los Presidentes and west of Lone Star Loop, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Business District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application.
ZC-006-2026
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26-81
| 1 | 29. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 2, Block 624, Western Division, located at 2416 Ventura Street, from R-2 Multi-Family Residential District) to R-3 (Mixed Residential District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application.
ZC-009-2026
District VIII | | |
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26-82
| 1 | 30. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Fire Station No. 11, located at 11015 McPherson Road, from AG (Agricultural District) to M-1 (Light Manufacturing District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application.
ZC-002-2026
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25-2220
| 1 | 31. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Authorizing the City Manager to amend the FY25-26 General Fund Parks Department budget by drawing down fund balance and appropriating expenditures in the amount of $49,314 in order to appropriate funds awarded by Texas Municipal League (T.M.L.) to be used for the replacement of the playground and shade at the Inner City Playground located at 202 West Plum. | | |
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25-2381
| 1 | 32. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, Authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to effectively Close, Abandon and Vacate as a Public Easement, an Alley dedicated for public use in Block 925, Eastern Division, City of Laredo, Webb County, Texas, also known to be located at the 1700 Block of Guadalupe Street and providing for the reversion of the public’s interest in said alley to the abutting landowners in equal shares, and providing for an effective date. | | |
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26-18
| 1 | 33. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the FY25-26 Solid Waste budget by appropriating a drawdown in the amount of $818,089.77 to appropriate funds to replace burned rental garbage truck and equipment purchase. | | |
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26-45
| 1 | 34. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into a contract from the University Health for the Gilead FOCUS Grant, amending the FY2025-2026 budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $50,397.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department, for the term January 01, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Gilead FOCUS Grant. | | |
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26-69
| 1 | 35. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Ordinance No. 2025-O-229, Chapter 6, Article II, Sec. 6-22 of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances relating to Rabies Control, Registration Requirements, and Vaccination procedures to align with current state law; providing for severability; providing for publication and an effective date. | | |
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26-75
| 1 | 36. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into a contract from the Alzheimer’s Association for the 2026 Healthy Brain Initiative (HBI) Road Map Strategists Program Grant, amending the FY2025-2026 budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $50,000.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department, for the term January 01, 2026 through September 30, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - 2026 Healthy Brain Initiative (HBI) Road Map Strategists Program Grant. | | |
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26-77
| 1 | 37. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 15, Article VI, Section 78, Definitions, of the Code of Ordinances, by redefining “Bar”; providing that this Ordinance shall be cumulative; providing a severability clause; and declaring an effective date. | | |
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26-98
| 1 | 38. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance establishing standard bylaws for all boards and committees of the City of Laredo; providing for purpose, membership requirements, officers, quorum requirements, attendance expectations, term limits, recording and live-streaming of meetings and reports; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date. | | |
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26-88
| 1 | 39. | Public Hearing | Public hearing and discussion of an ordinance for the voluntary annexation and initial zoning for M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) on a tract of land containing 0.25 acres, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A,” and known as Annexation Tract 2 (Gutierrez Tract) located south of FM 1472 and east of Iron Mine Road.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the annexation and initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District).
Staff supports the annexation and initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District).
AN-002-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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26-90
| 1 | 40. | Public Hearing | Public hearing and discussion of an ordinance for the voluntary annexation and initial zoning of B-3 (Community Business District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) on a tract of land containing 59.89-acres, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A,” and known as Annexation Tract 3 (Las Islitas Tract) located northeast of FM 1472 and Max A. Mandel Municipal Golf Course.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the annexation and initial zoning of B-3 (Community Business District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District).
Staff supports the annexation and initial zoning of B-3 (Community Business District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District).
AN-003-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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26-91
| 1 | 41. | Public Hearing | Public hearing and discussion of an ordinance for the voluntary annexation and initial zoning for M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) on a tract of land containing 13.735-acres, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A,” and known as Annexation Tract 4 (Ben-Bal Tract) located north of FM 1472 and Ben-Hur Ranch Road.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the annexation and denial of the proposed initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District), recommending a B-1 (Limited Business District) zoning designation instead.
Staff supports the annexation and does not support the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). However, Staff supports the recommended B-1 (Limited Business District) zoning designation.
AN-004-2025
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26-92
| 1 | 42. | Public Hearing | Public hearing and discussion of an ordinance for the voluntary annexation and initial zoning for M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) on a tract of land containing 275.67-acres, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A,” and known as Annexation Tract 5 (North Laredo Industrial Park Tract) located west of IH-35, north of Beltway Parkway, and south of Reuthinger Parkway.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the annexation and initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District).
Staff supports the annexation and initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District).
AN-005-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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26-94
| 1 | 43. | Public Hearing | Public hearing and discussion of an ordinance for the voluntary annexation and initial zoning for M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) on a tract of land containing 562.7735-acres, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A,” and known as Annexation Tract 6 (Reuthinger Point Tract) located northwest of FM 1472 and FM 3338 intersection.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the annexation and initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District).
Staff supports the annexation and does not support the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) for the entire tract. Instead, staff recommends the initial zoning for M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) for an area approximately 2,200 feet in width along and adjacent to the existing M-1 zoning to the west and B-3 (Community Business District) for the remainder of the tract.
AN-006-2025
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26-47
| 1 | 44. | Introductory Ordinance | Authorizing the City Manager to execute a First Amendment to Ground Lease Agreement (“First Amendment”) by and between the City of Laredo (“Landlord”), a Texas municipality and SBA Steel LLC, a Florida limited liability company (“Tenant”), dated January 10, 2006 for the construction of a 140’ self-supporting tower and equipment building for the purpose of providing cellular services; and attached hereto; to extend the term of the lease one (1) additional five (5) year term commencing January 10, 2031; with an additional three (3) five (5) year terms. Rent shall increase from $39,799.00 to $45,000.00 per year with a four (4) percent escalation; all other terms and conditions remain in full force and effect. | | |
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26-101
| 1 | 45. | Introductory Ordinance | An ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease agreement between the Laredo International Airport and the City Of Laredo Police Department for approximately 15,000 square feet constituting warehouse and office space situated within a 3.0-acre tract of land located at 5508 Thomas Avenue, Laredo, Webb County, Texas situated on property described as Block No. 1, of the subdivision plat of Laredo Airport according to the map or plat thereof recorded in Volume 5, Page 1, Plat Records of Webb County, Texas. Lease term shall be for a total of five years, with three options to extend this lease, with each option being an additional five years, commencing on February 1, 2026. Initial monthly rent shall be $8,676.23 a month and will be adjusted annually according to changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI); and providing for an effective date. | | |
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26-103
| 1 | 46. | Introductory Ordinance | An ordinance of the City of Laredo authorizing the City Manager to amend a lease agreement between the City of Laredo, as Lessor, and the Laredo Police Department, as Lessee, approved by Ordinance No. 2020-O-147 dated November 02, 2020, by amending the lease to increase the square footage of the leased premises from 138,359 square feet to 223,372 square feet in Section 1.01 of the lease and by additionally, amending Section 1.03 Rental Obligation by increasing the monthly obligation from $11,358.00 to $13,066.00. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged and in effect. | | |
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2025-O-215
| 1 | 47. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, repealing and replacing Chapter 32, "Vehicles for Hire" of the code of ordinances, to update application process, required fees and to simplify and streamline the vehicle for hire process; providing for severability, repealing all ordinances in conflict; and providing an effective date. | | |
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2026-O-02
| 1 | 48. | Final Readings | An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo’s Code of Ordinances Chapter 2, Article II, Division 6, “Pay Administration” of the Code of Ordinances, specifically section 2-87.8-Overtime and section 2-87.9-Compensatory Time to align with the Compressed Workweek Policy; Providing for a cumulative clause; Providing for severability; And declaring an effective date. | | |
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2026-O-01
| 1 | 49. | Final Readings | An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into a contract from the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas for the Cancer Screening and Early Detection Grant, amending the FY2025-2026 budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $1,158,238, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department, and amend the City of Laredo Public Health Department FY2025-2026 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) Position Listing by creating one (1) Program Coordinator, 207 position, and two (2) Medical Office Assistant II, 205 position, for a two (2) year term starting on January 01, 2026 to December 31, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Cancer Screening and Early Detection Grant. | | |
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2026-O-03
| 1 | 50. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City Council of the city of Laredo, Texas, amending section 24-65-0 titled “supplemental provisions” of the land development code by adding subsection (c) which will regulate the sale of motor vehicles from private property located in residential zoning districts | | |
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2026-O-06
| 1 | 51. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 28 of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances, Article II to prohibit illuminated signage for all properties located along all Right-of-Ways (ROW) abutting designated historic plazas; providing a severability; establishing an effective date; and providing for publication. | | |
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2026-R-15
| 1 | 52. | Resolution | Resolution amending the City of Laredo Federal Legislative Agenda for the 119th Congress. The amendments build on priorities advanced during the first year of the session and incorporate additional priorities informed by Council direction and emerging policy themes. The agenda provides general policy direction to guide the City’s federal advocacy efforts. | | |
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2026-R-19
| 1 | 53. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, recognizing and supporting the establishment of the Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination & Advisory Ad-Hoc Committee as a Mayor’s Committee to provide technical and community-based advisory input on riverfront, flood control and federal border related matters. | | |
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2026-R-02
| 1 | 54. | Resolution | Ratifying a resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $398,000.00 to the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) for the Housing for Texas Heroes Grant Program to provide home modifications for the veteran community within the City of Laredo. There is no match requirement at the time of application. | | |
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26-108
| 1 | 55. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to enter into multiple contracts and award 2025 Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program funds made available by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in the total amounts of:
1. $191,045.00 to Bethany House of Laredo, Inc., for shelter operations, provision of essential services, street outreach services, homelessness prevention assistance, rapid re-housing assistance, and homeless management information system.
2. $40,000.00 to Casa de Misericordia for the operations of their shelter.
Funding is available in Emergency Solutions Grant. | | |
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26-109
| 1 | 56. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing City Manager to execute contract with Bethany House of Laredo, Inc. for FY 2025-2026 in the amount of $400,000.00. This public service project is part of the approved activities in our 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan and is part of the approved 5-year agreement with Bethany House of Laredo and the City to ensure the success and sustainability of the proposed shelter expansion project. These funds are available from the Community Development Fund- 51st Action Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). | | |
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2026-R-17
| 1 | 57. | Resolution | Resolution ratifying authorization of the City Manager to submit a grant application for $61,589,060.00 under the Texas Off-System Rail Grade Separation State Fund Program, part of the 2025 TxDot Call for Projects. | | |
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25-1593
| 1 | 58. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of Amendment No. 1, and increase in the amount of $3,068,738.80 to the professional services contract with Cavazos Architects, Laredo, Texas for Sames Auto Arena Renovations Project for Phases 1, 2 and 3, which will include basic services and supplemental services. Current contract amount with this amendment is $3,157,838.80. Funding is available in the Sports and Community Venue Fund. | | |
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25-1744
| 1 | 59. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder REIM Construction, Inc., Mission, Texas in the amount not to exceed $4,457,592.74 for FY25-ENG-53 West Laredo Multi-modal Trade Corridor-Phase II (Flecha/Las Cruces Realignment Project). Construction contract time is 174 working days. We received a letter of approval from TXDOT on, to proceed with the award of contract. Funding is available in the Capital Improvements Fund/SIB Loan. | | |
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25-2227
| 1 | 60. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of FY24-ENG-40 Lafayette Tiny Homes Project as complete, including all warranty certificates, release of retainage and final payment in the amount of $73,370.50 to Zertuche Construction Texas, LLC., Laredo, Texas and approval of change order no. 1 in an increase of 50 working days. Current contract time is 230 working days. Funding is available in the HOME Investment Partnership Fund - 2021, 2022, and 2023 HOME Grant and the HOME ARP Grant. | | |
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25-2341
| 1 | 61. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of Amendment #1, an increase of $523,400.72 to the professional services contract with to RS&H, Inc., San Antonio, Texas, for an amount not to exceed $851,104.72 for 30% design services for Runway 18R runway extension and EMAS demolition project. Services for this project are eligible for reimbursement by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Funding is available in the Airport Construction Fund. | | |
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25-2349
| 1 | 62. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of Amendment No. 1, an increase in the amount of $40,500.00 to the professional services contract with Redline Architecture, LLC., Laredo, Texas, for the FY24-ENG-17 Economic Development and 311 Offices Relocation, which will include additional architectural/engineering services, and other supplemental services. Current contract amount with this amendment is $144,662.00. Funding is available in the 2024 Certificate of Obligation Bond. | | |
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26-41
| 1 | 63. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of FY25-ENG-16 Fire Station No. 14 Masonry Wall Repairs Project as complete, including all warranty certificates, release of retainage, and final payment in the amount of $5,320.98 to Zertuche Construction Texas, LLC, Laredo, Texas and approval of change order no. 1 in a decrease of $9,320.00. The final construction contract amount is $53,209.84. Funding is available in the Capital Improvement Fund. | | |
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26-84
| 1 | 64. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder Zertuche Construction Texas LLC, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $1,723,333.00 for FY24-ENG-52-B Plaza Theatre Envelope and Facade Enhancements Project. Construction contract time is 160 working days. Funding is available in the Capital Improvements Fund.
1. Zertuche Construction Texas LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $1,723,333.00
2. Midas Contractors LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $2,063,500.00
3. Summit Building & Design, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $2,366,899.00
4. PATMO Construction LLC, Laredo, Texas
Total Base Bid: $2,764,700.00
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26-96
| 1 | 65. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of Amendment No. 6, an increase in the amount of $406,527.00 to the professional services contract with Structural Engineering Associates, San Antonio, Texas for the World Trade Bridge Expansion Project Phase 1, which will include extending original services, adding services that relate to the project development of the Donation Acceptance Program Project, and new services that have arisen during the NEPA clearance and design development. Current contract amount with this amendment is $7,567,572.01. Funding is available in the Bridge 2022 Revenue Bond and Bridge Construction Funds. | | |
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26-107
| 1 | 66. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award a professional services contract to Crane Engineering, Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $452,708.00 for FY25-ENG-37 Buena Vista Right of Way Dedication Plat Project for preliminary and final platting, design, TxDOT permitting, and construction phase services. Funding is available in the 2025 Tax Note Fund. | | |
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25-2379
| 1 | 67. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew and amend contract FY24-001 by 3% with Rochester Armored Car Co. Inc, Omaha, Nebraska, in the annual amount of $133,586.88 for a contract value of $801,521.28 for six years. This contract provides bank courier services for various City of Laredo departments. The term of this contract was for a period of two years with option to renew three additional two year periods upon mutual agreement of parties and upon availability of funds. This is the first of three extension periods. Funding is available in the respective departmental budgets. | | |
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25-1923
| 1 | 68. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), the Sponsoring Agency of Texas A&M Task Force 1, and the City of Laredo Fire Department, to delineate responsibilities and procedures for Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) activities under the authority of the State of Texas Emergency Management Plan, for firefighter Sean Soria. This agreement shall be for three years, ending on October 31, 2028, unless terminated by either party upon a 30-day written notice. TEEX shall reimburse the City of Laredo for each employee activated as a member for payroll and associated costs during the member’s participation in state and/or federal disaster deployments. The program will be accounted for in the General Fund - Fire Department. | | |
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25-2390
| 1 | 69. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award supply contract RFB 2026-012 to the sole bidder Siddons Martin Emergency Group, LLC., Houston, TX for the purchase of OEM McNeilus parts in an annual amount up to $125,000.00 and $375,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term. 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 and compliance city code of ordinances. This contract can be renewed three additional one-year extension periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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26-12
| 1 | 70. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew contract FY23-022 with the following vendors:
1). Humdinger Equipment, Lubbock, Texas in an annual amount up to $95,000.00;
2). RDO Equipment, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $65,000.00;
for the purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts/services for the City's TANA heavy equipment in use at the City's landfill. 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 is the last extension period for this contract. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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26-13
| 1 | 71. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew contract FY23-029 with Nueces Power Equipment, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 for the purchase of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts/services for the City's Liebherr heavy equipment. 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 is the last extension period for this contract. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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26-14
| 1 | 72. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew supply contract (parts only) FY23-026 for the purchase of Chevrolet/GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with the following vendor's:
1). Gonzalez Auto Parts, Laredo, TX in an annual amount of up to $125,000.00;
2). Toro Auto Sales, Laredo, TX in an annual amount of up to $75,000.00;
for the City’s fleet vehicle repairs. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as of the date of its execution and is subject to future budget appropriations. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This is the last extension period for this contract. All parts will be purchased on an as needed basis and funding will be secured from the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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26-17
| 1 | 73. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award annual service contract RFB 2026-014 to provide car wash services to the lowest responsive/responsible vendors:
1. Section I: Full Service Car Wash Services
a). Superior Wash, Orlando, Florida in an annual amount up to $60,000.00 and $180,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
b). RSH Services, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $60,000.00 and $180,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2. Section II: Exterior Car/Truck Wash Services
a). Go-Car Wash, Greenwood Village, Colorado in an annual amount up to $100,000.00 and $300,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
b). Jiffy Lube, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $50,000.00 and $150,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
c). Superior Wash, Orlando, Florida in an annual amount up to $20,000.00 and $60,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
d). Double D Trucking, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $20,000.00 and $60,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
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26-36
| 1 | 74. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award annual supply contract RFB 2026-016 for the purchase of recapped tires to the lowest responsive/responsible vendors:
1. Section I: Recapped Tires
a). Southern Tire Mart, Columbus, MS in an annual amount up to $300,000.00 and $900,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
b). Border Tire, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $150,000.00 and $450,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
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 can be renewed three additional one-year extension periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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26-37
| 1 | 75. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew annual supply contract FY23-037 for the purchase of automotive parts for the Fleet Department with the following vendors:
1). Gonzalez Auto Parts, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $510,000.00 and $510,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2). O’Reilly Auto Parts, Springfield, MO, in an annual amount up to $185,000.00 and $185,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
3). Toro Auto Sales, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $185,000.00 and $185,000.00 for the
remainder of the contract term;
4). Fleet-Pride, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $70,000.00 and $70,000.00 for the remainder
of the contract term;
5). Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $50,000.00 and $50,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
6). Andy’s Auto & Air Supplies, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $20,000.00 and $20,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
7). Advance Auto Parts, Raleigh, NC, in an amount up to $25,000.00 and $25,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
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26-44
| 1 | 76. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award annual supply contract RFB 2026-017 for the purchase of automotive batteries to the following vendors:
1. Section IA: Battery Built in USA 1 Year Free Replacement
a). Green Dream International, Eire, PA, in an annual amount up to $40,000.00 and $120,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2. Section IIA: Battery Not Built in USA 1 Year Free Replacement
a). Gonzalez Auto Parts, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $275,000.00 and $825,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
b). Glz Auto Services, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $30,000.00 and $90,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
3. Section IIB: Battery Not Built in USA 1 ½ Year Free Replacement
a). Gonzalez Auto Parts, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $150,000.00 and $450,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
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 can be renewed three additional one-year extension periods, upon mutu | | |
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2025-R-308
| 1 | 77. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit a Letter of Intent to the Ardmore Institute of Health for the Laredo Lifestyle Medicine Consortium Program Grant, in the total amount of up to $100,000.00 with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the year 2026; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary for the application of the grant. | | |
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2026-R-01
| 1 | 78. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to ratify, accept and enter into a continuation contract with the Texas Department of State Health Services Office of Border Public Health (OBPH) for the Healthy Border Grant, in the amount of $9,999.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from September 01, 2025 through August 31, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - OBPH Healthy Border Grant. | | |
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2026-R-10
| 1 | 79. | 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 Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) for the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Grant, in the total amount of $150,000.00, 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 - Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Grant. | | |
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26-28
| 1 | 80. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing The City Manager to approve payment for a one-year contract with Vertosoft for Opengov Open Data Software Services utilizing contract: TX-DIR: DIR-CPO-5327. Term of this contract is for one year effective January 1, 2026 and ending December 31, 2026. Cost is $171,991.82; Funding is available in the Information Technology Fund. | | |
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26-102
| 1 | 81. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the City Manager to enter into a service agreement to purchase firewalls and professional services to replace existing I-Net firewalls, in the amount of ($286,456.29) with Insight Public Sector, through the State of Texas DIR contract DIR-CPO-5384 and DIR-TSO-5300. Funding is available in the Information Services and Telecommunications department, Cybersecurity division and IST PEG Funding. | | |
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25-2219
| 1 | 82. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award contract FY25-082 to the lowest responsive/responsible bidder Midas Contractors, Laredo, Texas in an amount up to $114,500.00 for the purchase and installation of a water irrigation system at Villa Del Sol Park median for the Parks and Recreation Department. The vendor shall provide all required equipment, materials, labor, supervision, and appurtenances to complete this turnkey project. Funding is available in the 2023 Certificate of Obligation Bond District 3 Priority Funds. | | |
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25-2222
| 1 | 83. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award supply and service contract FY25-091 to the following bidders:
1). Ruby's Air Conditioning, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $400,000.00 and for a total contract value of $1,600,000.00;
2). Temprite Mechanical Inc., Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $300,000.00 and for a total contract value of $1,200,000.00.
To provide HVAC repair services and purchase of new HVAC equipment for various recreation centers. This contract establishes an hourly service rate and cost percentage for parts. The term of this contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as of the date of its execution. The contract may be extended for three, additional one year periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. Funding for the additional extensions are subject to future budget appropriations. All repair services will be purchased on an as needed basis and funding is available in the Parks Department Budget. | | |
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25-2391
| 1 | 84. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew annual service contract number FY22-077 with Airstream Professional Misting Systems, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount of up to $160,000.00 for lawn maintenance services for various parks & recreation centers. These services shall be purchased on an as-needed basis. 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 last extension period for this contract. Funding is available in General Fund-Parks and Recreation Department. | | |
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25-1618
| 1 | 85. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize annual recurring payments to sole source provider, Flock Safety, Atlanta, Georgia for a total amount of $4,042,599.40 for the annual subscription fee of $1,010,649.85 for the license plate readers and fixed camera systems. Funding is available in the Auto Theft Task Force Fund. | | |
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26-99
| 1 | 86. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the purchase contract with sole source provider, Flock Safety, Atlanta, Georgia in the amount of $154,600.00 for the purchase of additional license plate readers and fixed camera systems. Funding is available in the FY25 Auto Theft Task Force Fund. | | |
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26-16
| 1 | 87. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award contract IFB 2026-009 for the purchase of Street Construction
Various Items for the Public Works Department to the following vendors:
1.CMC Commercial Metal, Laredo, Texas.
2.Beaver’s Source/White Cap LLC. Laredo, Texas.
It is the intent of the City to secure a contract for the purchase of construction materials such as
lumber, tools for concrete/construction, steel, rebar wire and mesh needed for repairs
and construction projects based on the lowest responsible responsive bidders. Contract will be
awarded to both vendors.
The term of this contract is for two years beginning as of the date of
its execution, and may be extended for 1 additional two year period. For an annual amount
of $400,000.00 and a total contract value of $1,600,000.00.
All materials shall be purchased on an as-needed basis. Funding is available in the Public Works Department General Fund. | | |
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26-83
| 1 | 88. | Consent Agenda | Authorization is requested to ratify the purchase contract for:
Holt Cat, San Antonio, TX. for one Caterpillar Model CS12 - Paving and Compaction Machine in the total amount of $237,449.03; to increase to $246,444.20 and to update the BuyBoard Cooperative Contract 685-11 to 788-25.
Tymco Inc., Waco, TX. for three Tymco Model 600 Regenerative Air Sweepers in the total amount of $1,099,290.00 to increase to $1,118,790.00 through HGACBuy Cooperative Contract SW04-20.
Funding is available in the 2025 Public Property Finance Contractual Obligation (PPFCO). | | |
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26-85
| 1 | 89. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to approve the purchase contract of Heavy Equipment from:
Rush Truck Center, Houston,TX for the purchase of:
Three peterbilt 548 dump trucks & tag trailers combo in the amount of $688,465.00 through BuyBoard Cooperative contract # 723-23.
Funding is available in the 2025 Public Property Finance Contractual Obligation (PPFCO). | | |
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26-87
| 1 | 90. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award contract IFB 2026-025 to Patmo Concrete, Laredo, Texas 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 contract value of $8,000,000.00. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two years beginning as of the date of its execution, and may be extended on an as-needed basis. Funding is available in the respective user department’s operation funds. | | |
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26-67
| 1 | 91. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the purchase of a cab and chassis from Rush Truck Center, Laredo Tx to rebuilt automated unit 6434 in the total amount of $186,112.00 through Buy Board Cooperative contract #723-23. Funding is available in the Solid Waste Fund | | |
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26-48
| 1 | 92. | Consent Agenda | Motion to approve tax roll adjustments for the month of October and November of 2025. The amounts adjusted represent a total decrease of $315,673.66 for October and $81,389.98 for November. These adjustments are determine by value changes reported by the Webb County Appraisal District, which include rollbacks and reflected in General Fund. | | |
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25-2273
| 1 | 93. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of Change Order No. 1, an increase in the amount of $ 46,525.00 and an increase of 60 calendar days to the professional services contract with Sepulveda Associates and Architects for the North Side Materials Storage Canopy project.
Current contract with this change order is $ 319,995.00. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2020 Revenue Bond. | | |
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25-2340
| 1 | 94. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager for the selection of the three most qualified engineering firms in response to the FY25-098 Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional engineering services for the design of a new Elevated Storage Tank (EST), and authorizing staff to begin negotiations with the highest-ranked firms in accordance with Texas Government Code §2254.004. | | |
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26-50
| 1 | 95. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to approve final payment and release retainage in the amount of $495,362.52 for DN Tanks, Inc. and accepting the South Lyon Ground Storage Tank Demolition and Replacement project as complete. The final contract amount is $9,622,139.87 Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund-2020 and 2022 Water Revenue Bonds. | | |
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26-51
| 1 | 96. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to award a construction contract to the sole responsive bidder, SAL Construction Management, LLC. in the amount of $949,800.00, Contract RFB 2026-002 for the 24-inch Sanitary Sewer Line Replacement at Monterrey Avenue. The contract time is one hundred and fifty working days. Funding for this contract is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2022 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-53
| 1 | 97. | Consent Agenda | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing the City Manager to accept the conveyance of a 20-foot water line and access easement and 30-foot Temporary Construction Easement for 24-inch water main from Summers Family Partnership in the amount of $ 200,770.00. Being a tract of land found to contain 0.4146 acres for permanent easement and 0.5294 acres for Temporary Construction Easement more or less, situated in Porcion 31, Abstract 3116, Jose Treviño, Original Grantee, and Porcion 32, Abstract 296, Antonio Treviño, original Grantee, within the City Limits of Laredo and Webb County, Texas, out and part of Summers Family Partnership. Tract, recorded in Volume 2052, Pages 592- 596, Webb County Deed Records. | | |
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26-55
| 1 | 98. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to approve Change Order No. 1 for Additional Work not included in the original contract and unforeseen and uncontrol underground piping at the Jefferson West High Service Pumps project in the amount of $491,704.82 for RAVA Construction, LLC, Inc. The total contract amount with Change No. 1 is $12,141,704.82 and 689 working days. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2020 Water Revenue Bond | | |
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26-60
| 1 | 99. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the purchase of two 2026 Ford F250 4x4 Crew Cab Trucks from Silsbee Ford, Silsbee, Texas in the amount of $113,009.94 through the TIPS Cooperative Purchasing Program’s contract pricing. The two trucks are replacements for units 14638, which was wrecked and deemed a total loss, and 14611 which has reached its useful life. The trucks will be assigned to the Wastewater Treatment Division. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2024 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-62
| 1 | 100. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the purchase of one 2026 336-AKPI Excavator from Holt Caterpillar, Laredo, TX, in the amount of $392,942.25. The purchase of this equipment will be made utilizing the BuyBoard Cooperative Pricing Program Contract # 788-25. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2024 Water Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-63
| 1 | 101. | Consent Agenda | Ratifying the action of the City Manager in selecting Ardurra Group, Inc. as the most qualified candidate for RFQ FY25-076 in the annual amount of $132,060.00 for providing professional engineering services for the design, bidding, and limited construction services for the development of manhole rehabilitation specification consulting services. The term of the contract shall not exceed twelve months beginning on the date of its execution. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2022 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-64
| 1 | 102. | Consent Agenda | Ratifying the action of the City Manager to select SWCA Environmental Consultants as the most qualified candidate for RFQ FY25-077 in the amount of $140,540.00 for the preparation of environment & archaeological surveys for the Northwest River Sewer Collector. These professional environmental & archaeological services provide natural and cultural resources field surveys, reporting, and permit support services for a future sewer line collector installation. The term of the contract shall not exceed twelve months beginning on the date of its execution. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2022 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-65
| 1 | 103. | Consent Agenda | Ratifying the action of the City Manager to select Kimley-Horn as the most qualified candidate for RFQ FY25-080 in the amount of $79,500.00 for the preparation of plans, specifications, and guidelines for the city’s lift stations. These professional engineering services shall provide design, bidding, and limited construction services for the development of Lift Station Design Guidelines. The term of the contract shall not exceed twelve months beginning on the date of its execution. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2022 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-66
| 1 | 104. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to select and negotiate RFQ 2026-006 professional consulting services contract with the top two scorers, Carollo Engineers, Inc., Dallas, TX and Garver, LLC, Frisco, TX, for an assessment and optimization study of the City’s surface water treatment plants in an annual amount not to exceed $750,000.00. This assessment will evaluate the performance, efficiency, and condition of the Jefferson Street and El Pico Water Treatment Plants, with a focus on filter assessments, process optimization, reliability, and long-term capital planning for the Utilities Department. The contract term is for one year and is contingent upon annual budget appropriations. The firms that responded to the RFQ and their consensus scores were:
1. Carollo Engineers, Inc. - 1
2. Garver, LLC - 2
3. Ardurra - 3
4. Freese and Nichols, Inc. - 4
The Selection Committee recommends proceeding to scope refinement and fee negotiations with the two highest-ranked firms, Carollo Engineers, Inc. and Garver, LLC.
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26-68
| 1 | 105. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute FY25-074 professional consulting services contract with E-Source Companies LLC (Boulder, CO) to conduct an assessment study for the City of Laredo Utilities Department’s Utility Advanced Metering Infrastructure/Automated Meter Reading (AMI/AMR) System and Customer Information System (CIS) Solution Evaluation, in a total amount not to exceed $189,500.00 inclusive of travel cost funded through the Utilities Department, to produce a clear migration roadmap and recommend the best solution to advance metering modernization and digital water transformation. The term of this contract shall not exceed a period of 90 days beginning as of the date of its execution. It is expressly understood by the parties that contract is contingent upon the agreement and acceptance by the Laredo City Council. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - Construction Fund and Sewer System Fund - Construction Fund. | | |
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26-76
| 1 | 106. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a professional services agreement RFP 2026-021 with GrantWorks, Inc., in annual amount of $500,000.00 and $1,500,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term for grant research, writing, administration, and related program management support services for Utilities Department water, wastewater, and related capital and planning projects, as per the set hourly and flat rate listed in their proposal. The initial term of the contract shall be for one (1) year from the date of execution, with the option to renew for up to three (3) additional one (1) year periods, subject to mutual agreement and the availability of appropriated funds. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund. | | |
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26-105
| 1 | 107. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award annual service contract number RFP 2026-005 to the following vendors:
1. Rafter P. Transport, Floresville, Texas in an annual amount up to $100,000.00 and $300,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2. Cuebid Technologies, Edinburgh, Texas in an annual amount up to $50,000.00 and $150,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
for the removal and disposal of dry sludge from the Jefferson & El Pico Water Treatment Plants to the City of Laredo landfill. The term of these contracts 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. These contracts can be renewed three additional one year extension periods, upon mutual agreement of the parties. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund. | | |
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26-106
| 1 | 108. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a professional services agreement RFP No. 2026-022 with Anubis Engineering, Inc. for project management and program management support services for Utilities Department Water and Wastewater capital improvement projects in an amount not to exceed $470,100.00. The initial term of the contract shall be for one year from the date of execution with the option to renew for up to three additional one-year periods subject to mutual agreement and the availability of appropriated funds. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2024 Water Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-148
| 1 | 109. | Staff Report | Update on Plaza Theater project with possible action. | | |
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2026-RT-01
| 1 | 110. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Consideration to renew contract FY25-021 to LF Enterprise not to exceed $30,000.00 the term of the contract is for one-year to purchase uniforms for the operators, dispatchers, and supervisor personnel at El Metro Operations Department. This is the last extension. Funding is available in the El Metro Operations Fund. | | |
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2026-RT-02
| 1 | 111. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Consideration to renew annual service contract FY25-010 with Rotex Truck Center, Laredo, Texas in the amount of $35,280.00 per year with a total contract amount of $105,840.00 for the services of vehicle inspections for all Non-DOT and DOT Transit fleet. The term of contract shall be for a period of one year beginning as the date of its execution. This contract may be extended for three additional one year period. This is the first of three one-year extension period. Funding is available in the El Metro Operations Fund. | | |
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2026-RT-03
| 1 | 112. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Consideration to renew contract FY22-035 with Arguindegui Oil Co. II Ltd. in the annual amount of $1,365,399.04 for the purchase of gasoline and diesel fuels for El Metro Operations. The term of this contract shall be for a period of year beginning as of the date of its execution and is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. This is the last extension period. Funding is available in El Metro Operations Fund. | | |
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2026-RT-04
| 1 | 113. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Consideration to renew contract FY23-011 with Laredo Occupational Center, LLC in the amount not to exceed $41,100.00 per year for a total contract amount of $82,200.00 to provide occupational medical services for the Laredo Transit Management Inc. (El Metro). The term of the contract is for two years. This is the last extension. Funding is available in the El Metro Operations Fund. | | |
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26-C-8
| 1 | 114. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on the naming of the championship field at the Buena Vista Sport Facility after the late Coach/Director J.J. Gomez, and any matters related thereto. | | |
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26-C-9
| 1 | 115. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on placement of the need for pediatric intensive care services for a public vote on the November 2026 ballot in line with previous City Council approval, and any matters related thereto | | |
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26-C-10
| 1 | 116. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to purchase and install gunshot detection technology and other reporting measures to prevent and detect gun associated crime and celebratory gun discharges, and any matters related thereto. | | |
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26-C-6
| 1 | 117. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on standards for proper curbside trash bins placement, placement of mailboxes, temporary rubbish and any other related items, public education efforts and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-7
| 1 | 118. | Council Item | Discussion and possible action to address street cuts performed by utilities department and ensure timely street repairs, either by in-house or an outside contractor and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-5
| 1 | 119. | Council Item | Update on the status of the environmental impact studies regarding the effects of border wall and buoy construction and reporting on any results, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-2
| 1 | 120. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding a request for an update from the Utilities Department’s as it relates to the Utilities Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FYs 27-28, the hiring of new Utilities Department engineers and Assistant Directors, current and future water line and valve replacements, and any matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-3
| 1 | 121. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding an update for a possible land purchase near North Central Park and McPherson Rd., which could facilitate additional parking and a restroom area for North Central Park, and any matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-4
| 1 | 122. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding an update on the Animal Care Services pilot program as it relates to preventing the damage being done to private property by javelinas and feral hogs, any matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-12
| 1 | 123. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to designate eight acres from the newly acquired property on Muller Memorial Blvd. in District 7 to the Laredo Police Department for a Port of Entry station, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-13
| 1 | 124. | Council Item | Executive Session: Discussion with possible action pursuant to Texas Government Code §551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) regarding collection, enforcement, and related legal strategies concerning the $69.9 million, $69,876,000, judgment obtained by the City of Laredo against Laredo Las Lomas Properties in District III, LTD., involving the property located at 1500 Logan Street (“Old Mercy Hospital”), signed June 25, 2018, in Cause No. 2017CVK002349-D2, arising from twenty-seven (27) uncured violations, and any matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-11
| 1 | 125. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on establishing a Pre-Council Review and Briefing Process for agenda Items and any other matters incident thereto.
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26-154
| 1 | 126. | Consent Agenda | Discussion with possible action to request a status update on ongoing repairs at the Plaza Theatre, including timelines for the next phase of planned improvements and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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