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REC26-14
| 1 | 1. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Trevino recognizes Adolfo Gonzalez, a retired educator and veteran who dedicated 36 years to education and 39 years of military service with the Texas Army National Guard (1968–2007), retiring as Master Sergeant/First Sergeant. A lifelong resident of Laredo who has been actively involved in numerous civic and veteran organizations, including helping organize the Laredo Mexican-American Chamber of Commerce and volunteering with the Laredo Regional Food Bank for over 15 years.
Gonzalez has served as Area 13 Chairman for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve since 2001, supporting service members across Webb, Zapata, and Maverick counties, and received both Volunteer of the Year recognition and a presidential citation for his service. He has also led and supported multiple veteran initiatives, including the Webb County Veterans Coalition and memorial efforts honoring fallen soldiers. His lifelong commitment reflects outstanding leadership and dedication to the community and to those who have served. | | |
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REC26-15
| 1 | 2. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Treviño, and Council recognize Walmart Store 554 for being named 2026 Division 1 Hometown Store of the Year. | | |
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REC26-16
| 1 | 3. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Treviño, and City Council recognize the Harmony School of Excellence Mighty Hawks Robotics Team, the John B. Alexander High School Hotdawgs Robotics Team, the John B. Alexander High School Chillydawgs Robotics Team, and the Dr. Leo Cigarroa High School Chaos Robotics Team for advancing to the World Championships. | | |
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REC26-17
| 1 | 4. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Treviño, and City Council recognize the John B. Alexander High School Swimming and Diving athletes who competed at the UIL 6A State Meet in Austin, Texas. | | |
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REC26-19
| 1 | 5. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor and City Council recognize Fernando J. Gongora Gaytan for his outstanding dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment over the past 20 years in service to the City of Laredo. Thank you for your service! | | |
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REC26-20
| 1 | 6. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor and Council recognize the Adapted Running and Walking Team, composed of athletes with Autism and Down Syndrome, for their outstanding participation in the Runway Run 5K and 1-Mile Walk on January 31, 2026. The team was created to provide individuals with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy sports, build confidence, and actively engage with the community through inclusive athletic activities. The Mayor and Council also extend their sincere appreciation to the dedicated runner guides who participated alongside the athletes, selflessly setting aside their personal race goals to provide support, encouragement, and guidance, helping ensure that every adapted athlete had the opportunity to cross the finish line and share in the accomplishment of the event. | | |
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REC26-21
| 1 | 7. | Recognition | The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor Trevino, and Council, recognize Leslie Garcia for her outstanding participation in the Annual Conference of High Gate Hotels, where top honors were awarded in the categories of Greatest Growth, Best Service Score, Hotel of the Year, and Leader of the Year. | | |
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26-489
| 1 | 8. | 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. | no action taken | |
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26-546
| 1 | 9. | Communications | Recognition of City officials for their selection and participation in the Bloomberg Leadership Program.
- Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino
- Joseph W. Neeb, City Manager
- Vanessa Perez, District 7 Council Member
- Steve E. Landin, Assistant City Manager
- Jose A.Valdez, Jr., Assistant City Manager
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26-548
| 1 | 10. | Communications | Update on the status of previous effluent water actions related to Casa Blanca Lake, and any matters related thereto.
Report from the Border Wall Advisory Committee Chairman regarding recent committee meeting.
Status update on the installation and/or request for a City flag pole. | no action taken | |
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APPT26 - 27
| 1 | 11. | Appointment | Appointment by Council Member Ruben Gutierrez Jr. of Jonathan Paul Ruiz to the Animal Care Services Advisory Committee. | | |
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26-452
| 1 | 12. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 8.0432 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in Exhibit A, located south of Inspiration Parkway and east of Bob Bullock Loop, from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change, and Staff does not support the B-3 zoning, but will support a B-1 zoning district.
ZC-026-2026
District VI | close public hearing | Pass |
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26-456
| 1 | 13. | 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 5, Riverhill South Subdivision, Phase I, located at 4401 Nogal Lane, from R-1MH (Single Family Manufactured Housing District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change. Staff supports the application.
ZC-020-2026
District II | close and introduce | Pass |
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26-457
| 1 | 14. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 55.27 acre tract, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located south of Cielito Lindo Boulevard and west of Cuatro Vientos Road, from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area 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-023-2026
District I | close and introduce | Pass |
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26-469
| 1 | 15. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning the west 83 feet of Lots 7 and 8, Block 765, Western Division, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located at 2819 Flores Avenue, from R-3 (Mixed 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-021-2026
District VIII | close and introduce | Pass |
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26-470
| 1 | 16. | 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 conditional use permit for a baseball bat manufacturing (woodworking shop) on the west 83 feet of Lots 7 and 8, Block 765, Western Division, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located at 2819 Flores Avenue.
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit and staff supports the application.
ZC-022-2026
District VIII | close and introduce | Pass |
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26-472
| 1 | 17. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 2 and 3, Block 7, San Isidro Northeast Las Palmas Subdivision, Phase 2, located at 11082 and 11110 Cavatina Drive from R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District) to R-1B (Single Family High Density District).
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change and staff supports the application.
ZC-024-2026
District VI | close and introduce | Pass |
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26-474
| 1 | 18. | Planning & Zoning Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 6 and the east half (1/2) of Lot 5, Block 92, Eastern Division, as further described by metes and bounds in attached Exhibit A, located at 720 Laredo Street from B-1 (Limited Business 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-025-2026
District III | close and introduce | Pass |
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26-259
| 1 | 19. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Authorizing the City Manager to amend the FY 2025-2026 Capital Grants Fund budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the total project amount of $797,890.00, consisting of $664,890.00 in grant funding from the Southwest Border Regional Commission (SBRC) under the Economic Infrastructure Development (EID) 2025 Grant Program and a required 20% local match of $133,000.00 funded by the 2022 Certificate of Obligation Bond. Grant funds will support facility improvements associated with the development and implementation of economic development programs and projects. | no action taken | |
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26-409
| 1 | 20. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to amend the budget for the FY 2026 Financial Task Force and the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) HIDTA Task Force by reducing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $165,000.00 in the 2025 award due to deobligation from the agency. Both grants are funded by the Executive Office of the President, Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA). Funding was authorized for personnel salaries, fringe benefits, overtime, travel, and operating expenses from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026. Funding is available in the Financial Task Force Fund. | | |
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26-468
| 1 | 21. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo FY26 Police General Fund budget by increasing revenues and expenditures in the amount of $69,044.00. The revenues are from forfeiture cases involving abandoned and unclaimed money from the Laredo Police Department Property and Evidence Section. Funding will be used to purchase police equipment, law enforcement software, and building repairs. | | |
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26-523
| 1 | 22. | Public Hearing & Introductory Ordinance | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 15, “Health and Sanitation,” Article I, “In General,” Section 15-11 of the Code of Ordinances to add the fees for the mammography screening; providing for publication and effective date. Fees are as follows: 2D Screening mammogram $160.00 (new), 3D Screening Stand-along $225.00 (new), 3D Screening - Add-On $65.00 (new). | | |
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2026-O-64
| 1 | 23. | Final Readings | An Ordinance Amending The City Of Laredo’s Code Of Ordinance Chapter 2, Administration, Article VII, Drug And Alcohol Policy Of The Code Of Ordinances; Providing For Updates To Ensure Clarity, Consistency, Enforceability, And Compliance With Applicable Federal And State Laws And Regulations; Providing For A Cumulative Clause; Providing For Severability; Providing For Publication; And Declaring An Effective Date. | | |
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26-463
| 1 | 24. | Introductory Ordinance | Public hearing and introductory ordinance authorizing the establishment of fees, terms, and conditions for the lease and use of the El Metro Park & Ride facility, owned by the City of Laredo and operated by the Laredo International Airport, located at 1819 Hillside Road, Laredo TX 78041; providing for authority, administration, insurance requirements, operational conditions, and cost recovery; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. | close and introduce | Pass |
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2026-O-65
| 1 | 25. | Final Readings | Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease agreement between the Laredo International Airport and the City of Laredo Police Department for approximately 5,320 square feet at 4812 N. Bartlett Avenue, Laredo, Webb County, Texas 78041 situated on Block 8, 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 April 1, 2026. Initial monthly rent shall be $6,230.00 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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26-207
| 1 | 26. | Second Reading | Authorizing the City Manager to grant a non-exclusive franchise to DebriCo LLC to use the present and future streets, avenues, alleys, roads, highways, sidewalks, easements and other public rights-of-way of the City of Laredo, Texas for purposes of constructing, maintaining and operating a commercial container refuse gathering and disposing service, setting forth terms and conditions to govern the franchise; providing a severability clause, a savings clause and an effective date. Franchise fees will be deposited in the General Fund. | | |
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2026-O-34
| 1 | 27. | Final Readings | An Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the FY 2025-2026 Noise Abatement Fund budget by drawing down fund balance and appropriating expenditures in the amount of $61,162.89, representing funds awarded by the Texas Municipal League (TML) related to a residential fire. Funds were received in FY2025 and deposited into the operating revenue account and will be utilized for Noise Abatement Building Improvements in FY2026. | | |
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2026-O-51
| 1 | 28. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the city of Laredo, Texas, amending chapter 23 - Parks and Recreation Department, of the code of ordinances of the city of Laredo to amend Chapter 23-6, Section 2, fee schedule for the Buena Vista Sports Complex to allow retail vendor space rental fees and also amend the definition of hours of usage from all day to mean the period of time from 8am to 10pm; providing for publication and effective date; and providing for severability. | | |
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2026-O-48
| 1 | 29. | Final Readings | Authorizing the City Manager to accept and execute a grant awarded by the Laredo Area Community Foundation for the amount of $5,000.00 to fund Keep Laredo Beautiful for the Keep Laredo Beautiful garden club and to amend the FY 2026 Keep Laredo Beautiful Fund by appropriating revenues and expenses in the same amount. | | |
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2026-O-35
| 1 | 30. | Final Readings | An Ordinance Amending The City Of Laredo’s Code Of Ordinance Chapter 2, Administration, Article II, Departments, Officers And Employees, Division 2, Return To Work Policy Of The Code Of Ordinances; Providing For Updates To Ensure Consistency, Enforceability, And Compliance With Applicable Federal And State Laws And Regulations; Providing For A Cumulative Clause; Providing For Severability; Providing For Publication; And Declaring An Effective Date. | | |
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2026-O-32
| 1 | 31. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo adopting and implementing the Laredo International Airport’s revised Noise Compatibility Program (NCP) in concurrence with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) record of approval. The NCP was prepared pursuant to 14 CFR Part 150. The revised Noise Compatibility Program establishes a standardized process for assessing aircraft noise exposure and identifying measures to promote compatible land use in areas surrounding airports; providing for severability; and effective date. | | |
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2026-O-36
| 1 | 32. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, concerning a voluntary annexation request by Jose Julio Gutierrez and wife, Judith Elena Gutierrez, altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo to annex approximately 0.25 acres of land, more or less, located south of FM 1472 and east of Iron Mine Road; providing for the effective date of the ordinance; authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory; and establishing the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) for approximately 0.25 acres of land, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A.”
AN-002-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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2026-O-37
| 1 | 33. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, concerning a voluntary annexation request by Russell Palmer, on behalf of Las Islitas Ranch, LLC, altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo to annex approximately 59.89 acres of land, more or less, of land located northeast of FM 1472 and Max A. Mandel Municipal Golf Course; providing for the effective date of the ordinance; authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory; and establishing the initial zoning of B-3 (Community Business District) for approximately 14.40 acres of land and approximately 1.039 acres of land, more or less, and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) for approximately 44.452 acres of land, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A.”
AN-003-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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2026-O-38
| 1 | 34. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, concerning a voluntary annexation request by Baltazar Hinojosa, on behalf of Ben-Bal, LLC, altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo to annex approximately 13.735 acres of land, more or less, located north of FM 1472 and Ben-Hur Ranch Road; providing for the effective date of the ordinance; authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory; and establishing the initial zoning of B-1 (Limited Business District) for an approximately 13.735 acres of land, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A.”
AN-004-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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2026-O-39
| 1 | 35. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, concerning a voluntary annexation request by Alejandro Ramos, on behalf of North Laredo Industrial Park, Ltd., altering and extending the boundary limits of City of Laredo to annex approximately 275.67 acres of land, more or less, located west of IH-35, north of Beltway Parkway, and south of Reuthinger Parkway; providing for the effective date of the ordinance; authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory; and establishing the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) for approximately 275.67 acres of land, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A.”
AN-005-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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2026-O-40
| 1 | 36. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, concerning a voluntary annexation request by David Reuthinger, on behalf of Reuthinger Living Trust, altering and extending the boundary limits of City of Laredo to annex approximately 562.7735 acres of land, more or less, located northwest of FM 1472 and FM 3338 intersection; providing for effective date of the ordinance; authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract adopting a service plan for the annexed territory; and establishing the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) for approximately 562.7735 acres of land, more or less, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit “A.”
AN-006-2025
District VII - Cm. Vanessa Perez | | |
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2026-O-41
| 1 | 37. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 13.74 acres, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located south of Avenida Los Presidentes and east of Brownwood Street, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) and R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to R-1B (Single Family High Density District).
ZC-013-2026
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2026-O-42
| 1 | 38. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 796, Eastern Division, located at 1401 Guatemozin Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Business District).
ZC-014-2026
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2026-O-43
| 1 | 39. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 2.15 acre tract, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A”, located south of North Bartlett Avenue and west of Harper Lee Drive, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-3 (Community Business District).
ZC-016-2026
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2026-O-44
| 1 | 40. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance 2023-O-094 which authorized a special use permit for mini storages on Lot 4B, Block 3, Amending Plat of D & J Alexander Commercial Subdivision Phase 15, Lots 4A, 4B, 4C, Block 3, located at 7121 Bartlett Avenue, in order to amend the site plan to include additional storage units and parking on approximately 2.15 acre tract, as further described by metes and bounds in attached “Exhibit A” located south of North Bartlett Avenue and west of Harper Lee Drive.
ZC-017-2026
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2026-O-45
| 1 | 41. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 6 and 7, Block 851, Eastern Division, located at 1504 and 1518 East Bustamante Street, from R-3 (Mixed Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Business District).
ZC-018-2026
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2026-O-52
| 1 | 42. | Final Readings | An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Chapter 2, “Administration,” Article I “In General” of the Code of Ordinances Section 2-3 “Fees for City Services” to update Section 2-3 “Fees for City Services” to amend the schedule of fees; and providing for an effective date. | | |
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26-284
| 1 | 43. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to award contract to Athletica Sport System, for the Dasher Board System for Sames Auto Arena in the amount of $452,795.00 using Sourcewell Cooperative Contract #081425-BAP-1 Funding is available in the Sports & Community Venue Sales Tax. | | |
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2026-R-82
| 1 | 44. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City of Laredo, Texas suspending the effective date of Centerpoint Energy’s Gas Reliability Infrastructure Program (GRIP) rate adjustment to permit review of the filing as authorized by the Texas Utilities Code; finding that the meeting at which this resolution is passed is open to the public as required by law; and directing that notice of this resolution be provided to Centerpoint Energy. | | |
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2026-R-62
| 1 | 45. | Resolution | Ratifying a resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing the City Manager to submit and accept a grant program application to AEP Texas for the AEP Texas Targeted Low-Income Program in the amount of $50,000.00, and authorizing the city manager to execute all necessary documents. The program will provide for the replacement of complete central air conditioning and heating units for an estimated five single family dwellings from the Municipal Housing homes. Funding is under Municipal Housing Funds. | | |
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2026-R-54
| 1 | 46. | Resolution | A 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 $2,900,000.00 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to maximize the number of children under the age of six protected from lead poisoning by undertaking comprehensive programs to identify and control lead-based paint hazards in eligible housing populations. Grant match in the amount not to exceed $250,000.00 is available through Community Development Fund - CDGB Grant | | |
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2026-R-68
| 1 | 47. | Resolution | A resolution of the city council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to purchase the “surface only” of a 27,884.99 square-foot parcel, more or less, located at 13102 Riverbank Drive, from The Three Lesser Lights, LLC, for the purchase price of $210,800.00; providing that the City shall pay fifty percent (50%) of the estimated closing costs in the amount of $4,000.00; said property being more particularly described and depicted in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein; and providing for an effective date. Funding is available in the 2025 Tax Note account. | | |
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26-539
| 1 | 48. | Consent Agenda | Discussion with possible action to approve the proposed design as one of the official designs to be adopted and utilized by the City of Laredo for various municipal and community-related purposes. | approve | Pass |
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2026-R-31
| 1 | 49. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas amending Resolution 2025-R-113 to change the project location from El Mercado to the Federal Courthouse building, in accordance with the requirements of the Southwest Border Regional Commission (SBRC); authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant in the amount of $664,890.00 from the Southwest Border Regional Commission under the Economic and Infrastructure Development (EID) 2025 grant program with a local match funded through the 2022 Certificate of Obligation in the amount of $133,000.00, for a total grant amount of $797,890.00. The grant is to support facility improvements for the purpose of creating economic development programs and projects; further authorizing the City Manager to execute any and all documents necessary to implement the award of this grant. | | |
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2026-R-63
| 1 | 50. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City of Laredo authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant from Texas Parks and Wildlife under the National Park Service for the Outdoor Legacy Partnership Grant Program 2023 (ORLP) in the amount of $3,799,996.00 with a required Non-Federal 1:1 match, for a total estimated project cost of $7,599,992.00 Grant funds will be used to improve existing trails and embankments along Zacate Creek, as well the development of newly extended trails, and improve recreational accessibility to surrounding neighborhoods. Matching funds will be derived from in-kind contributions of land, private donations, land value, 2019 Bond for $1,800,000.00 and $2,000,000.00 Webb County Match contingent upon County approval. | approve | Pass |
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2026-R-65
| 1 | 51. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas ratifying and authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $34,561,597.00, which $25,000,000.00 are from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the FY 2026 Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program to support World Trade Bridge for the purpose of improving transportation infrastructure. The required match will be $9,561,597.00, available in the Future Bridge System Revenue Bonds for $8,561,597.00 and $1,000,000.00 in general fund. This notice of funding opportunity is on a reimbursement basis. | | |
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2026-R-66
| 1 | 52. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas ratifying and authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $46,600,000.00, which $25,000,000.00 are from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the FY 2026 Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program to support Colombia Solidarity Bridge for the purpose of improving transportation infrastructure. The required match will be $21,600,000.00, available in the future Bridge System Revenue Bonds for $20,600,000.00, Federal Funds for $800,000.00, and State Funds for $200,000.00. This notice of funding opportunity is on a reimbursement basis. | | |
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2026-R-61
| 1 | 53. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to accept setting a temporary construction speed zone limit at IH 35 at Uniroyal Dr and SH 84 from 75 MPH to 60 MPH on IH 35 Main lanes (Mile Point 1.338) and from 55 MPH to 45 MPH on IH 35 Frontage Rd. (Mile Point 5.033) | | |
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26-426
| 1 | 54. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of FY24-ENG-25 George Pappas Tennis Courts Overlay Rebid Project as complete, including all warranty certificates, release of retainage, and final payment in the amount of $36,940.10 to Hellas Construction Inc., Cedar Park, Texas and approval of change order no. 1 in a decrease of $7,178.93. The final construction contract amount is $738,802.07. Funding is available in the 2022 Certificate of Obligation Bond. | | |
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26-432
| 1 | 55. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of amendment no. 2 an increase of $74,312.50 to the professional services contract with Slay Architecture, Laredo, Texas, for the Barbara Fasken Community Center Pool and Amenities. This Amendment No. 2 is to provide architectural and engineering services for the proposed swimming pool. Current contract amount with this amendment is $193,962.50. Funding is available in the 2025 Certificate of Obligation Bond. | | |
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26-441
| 1 | 56. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award a construction contract to the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder CID Group, Inc., Laredo, Texas in the amount not to exceed $235,884.44 for the FY25-ENG-28 Fleet Metal Shade Structure Project for the total base bid including a $10,000.00 contingency allowance. The construction contract time for this project is 105 working days. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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26-442
| 1 | 57. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of FY22-ENG-25 Sames Auto Arena Roof Replacement Project as complete, including all warranty certificates, and release of retainage, in the amount of $146,389.78 to Abba Construction, LLC, Laredo, Texas and approval of change order no. 1 in a decrease of $86,203.50. The final construction contract amount is $2,927,795.50. Funding is available in the Sports and Community Venue. | | |
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26-481
| 1 | 58. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to reject sole bid received for RFP FY25-099 Solar Panels and authorization to rebid the project. Vendor’s proposal does not align with original scope of work of the Request for Proposals. | | |
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26-336
| 1 | 59. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to approve the purchase of two power loader cot fasteners and 13 powered stair chairs in the amount of $129,542.04 from Stryker Medical, Chicago, IL, which are critical for ensuring the safety and efficiency of emergency response operations during patient handling and transportation safety. The purchase will be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract #041823-STY. Funding is available in the 2025 Public Property Financial Contractual Obligation (PPFCO) Fund. | | |
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26-346
| 1 | 60. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew annual parts/labor service contract FY24-048 for off/road heavy and mid-size construction support equipment with:
1. Laredo Mechanical Industry, Laredo, Texas, in an annual amount up to $250,000.00 and $250,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2. Bone’s Custom Cycles, Laredo, Texas, in an annual amount up to $225,000.00 and $225,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
3. Nueces Power Equipment, Laredo, Texas, in an annual amount up to $200,000.00 and $200,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term.
All repairs will be done at the vendor's shop or at repair location and will be secured 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 and is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds. There was no price increase during the last extension period. This contract can be renewed one additional one-year extension period, upon mutual agreement of the parties. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund. | | |
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26-350
| 1 | 61. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew annual parts/service contract FY23-039 for repairs to the City's lawn maintenance equipment with the following vendors:
1) Mechanical Shop of Laredo, Laredo, Texas in an amount up to $220,000.00;
2) Bone's Custom Cycles, Laredo, Texas in an amount up to $220,000.00;
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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26-505
| 1 | 62. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award annual service/parts contract RFB 2026-044 to provide maintenance and repair services for the city’s stationary and portable generators to the lowest responsive/responsible bidders:
1). Laredo Mechanical Industrial Services, Laredo, TX in an annual amount up to $300,000.00 and $900,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term;
2). Glz Auto Services, Laredo, Texas in an annual amount up to $75,000.00 and $225,000.00 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. All services will be secured on an as needed basis. 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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2026-R-46
| 1 | 63. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit an application to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the Texas Spay and Neuter Program Grant, in the estimated total amount of $500,000 per grant year, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for a one year term, to be effective on the signature date of the agreement and will expire on August 31, 2027, and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Animal Care Services - Texas Spay and Neuter Program Grant. | | |
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2026-R-49
| 1 | 64. | 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 South Texas Development Council for the HIV Ryan White Program Grant, in the amount of $427,738.00 with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from April 01, 2026 through March 31, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Ryan White Program Grant. | | |
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2026-R-51
| 1 | 65. | 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 Department of State Health Services, Children/Youth with Special Health Care Needs Systems Development Group Family Support and Community Resources (FSCR) Grant in the amount of $125,000.00, 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 - FSCR Grant. | | |
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2026-R-52
| 1 | 66. | 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 Department of Health and Human Services, Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Case Management Grant in the amount of $99,000.00, 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 - CYSHCN Grant. | | |
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26-410
| 1 | 67. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract and award the Cancer Screening and Early Detection Grant Program funds from the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas, to Gateway Community Health Center, Inc., in the total amount of $152,936.00 for a two 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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26-415
| 1 | 68. | Consent Agenda | Consideration for approval of a contract with Dental Odyssey, located at 5901 McPherson Rd Laredo, TX 78041, in the total amount not to exceed $150,000.00 for dental services necessary within the scope of practice for the HIV Ryan White Program. Term of the agreement is from April 01, 2026 through March 31, 2027; with option to renew additional two one-year periods, contingent of funding availability. Funding is available in the Laredo Public Health Department - HIV Ryan White Program Fund. | | |
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26-418
| 1 | 69. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew contract FY24-017 to MWI Animal Health Information, Boise, Indiana, in an annual amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for a total contract value of $1,750,000.00 for the purchase of pharmaceutical & medical supplies, for the Laredo Public Health - Animal Care Services. The term of this contract is for one year, this is the first of three, one-year extension periods. Funding is available in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Animal Care Services. | | |
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2026-R-64
| 1 | 70. | 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 (HHS) for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Project Grant in the additional amount of $86,200.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for a total amount of $6,447,750.00 for the term period from October 01, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Women’s, Infants, and Children (WIC) Project Grant. | | |
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26-552
| 1 | 71. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award contract RFP-2026-035 to provide Executive Recruitment and Leadership Services to Strategic Government Resources to provide the City with professional services to assist with recruiting, assessing and placing executive level and senior staff positions as requested. The resulting contract will allow the City to respond efficiently to vacancies transitional leadership needs and organizational development requirements. Services will be provided on an as needed basis with no minimum guarantee of work. The estimated contract is for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00 and a contract value not to exceed $500,000.00. This contract is for two (2) years, with three (3) one (1) year extensions contingent on budget appropriations. Funding is available in the respective departmental budgets. | | |
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2026-R-50
| 1 | 72. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit an application to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) for the Family Place Training Grant, in the estimated total amount of $9,000, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department for a three year term, from April 1, 2025, through April, 30 2028, for a total estimated amount not to exceed $9,000.00; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the Laredo Public Library Department - General Fund. | | |
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26-416
| 1 | 73. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the city manager to enter into and execute an Inter-local agreement between the Laredo Independent School District and the City of Laredo for joint use of certain outdoor recreational facilities, namely, Albert Ochoa Baseball Park, Freddie Benavides Baseball Field, Cigarroa Recreational Sports Complex Tennis Courts and Multi-Purpose Field, George Pappas Tennis Courts Complex, Inner City Swimming Pool and Kawas Elementary Parking Lot, also to amend and consolidate several previous Inter-local agreements, namely, Farrias Elementary Ryan Elementary, C.L. Milton Elementary and Don Jose Gallego Elementary; promoting physical fitness for the students and the general public, through the previously installed playgrounds and exercise equipment at the City’s expense. | | |
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26-104
| 1 | 74. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize a supply contract with BuyBoard Cooperative vendor, G.T. Distributors, Pflugerville, TX, for an annual amount not to exceed $350,000.00 for the purchase of public safety gear, equipment, and supplies for the Police Department. This annual contract shall utilize the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program’s contract #798-26. This contract will commence on April 1, 2026. The term of the contract shall be for a period of one year. Funding is available in the Police Department Funds. | | |
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2026-R-40
| 1 | 75. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the estimated amount of $200,000.00 to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office, for the funding of FY2027 State Crisis Intervention Grant Program, Laredo FIRST (Frontline Integrated Response Safety Team). The grant performance period is October 01, 2026 through September 30, 2027. This funding will be utilized for overtime and equipment for the Behavioral Health Response Team. No local match is required. Funding will be accounted for in the Special Police Fund. | | |
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26-471
| 1 | 76. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize the purchase contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc., Scottsdale, Arizona for a five-year term for a total amount of $940,669.60, for the purchase of body worn cameras, accessories, software, and operational services. This purchase shall be made using the BuyBoard Contract No. 743-24. Funding is available in the Body-Worn Camera Grant Special Police account and in General Fund-Police Department. | | |
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26-425
| 1 | 77. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to execute a renewal lease agreement between the City of Laredo Police Department as lessee, and L.A. Ventures, Inc., as lessor for the property located 6909 Springfield Ave, Suite 200B, Laredo, Texas 78041, in the amount not to exceed $135,000.00 for the term period of April 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027 for the City of Laredo Police Department Auto Theft Task Force operations with the option to extend for an additional year, contingent upon funding availability. Funding is available in the Auto Theft Task Force Fund. | | |
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2026-R-67
| 1 | 78. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing the City Manager to Submit a grant application in the estimated amount of $40,000.00 to the Texas Department of Transportation for the enforcement of vehicle occupant protection during the “Click It or Ticket” (CIOT) Campaign. The grant period for FY2026 CIOT will begin May 15, 2026 through June 03, 2026. This grant is to pay overtime salaries and fringe benefits for officers to conduct intense occupant protection enforcement in order to increase occupant restraint use in all passenger vehicles and trucks. The city will be responsible for a required match of approximately $9,300.00 from the General Fund. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund. | | |
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2026-R-69
| 1 | 79. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the estimated amount of $40,000.00 to the Texas Department of Transportation for the enforcement of speed violations during the “Be Safe. - Drive a Safe Speed” Operation Slowdown Campaign. The grant period for FY2026 Operation Slowdown will begin July 15, 2026 through August 05, 2026. This grant is to pay overtime salaries and fringe benefits for officers to conduct intense speed limit enforcement in efforts to decrease traffic fatalities involving speed. The city will be responsible for a required match of approximately $9,300.00, from General Fund. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund. | | |
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26-464
| 1 | 80. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to authorize a purchase contract with HP, Inc., Palo Alto, California, for the purchase of one hundred (100) mobile computer terminals (MCTs) for new marked patrol units through OMNIA PARTNERS PC [R210403] contract pricing in the amount of $321,520.00. Funding is available in the Public Property Finance Contractual Obligation (PPFCO) 2025. | | |
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2026-R-71
| 1 | 81. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the estimated amount of $2,800,000.00 to the Office of the Governor, Homeland Security Grants Division for the purpose of funding the FY2027 Operation Lone Star (OLS) Grant Program. This grant will provide funding for equipment and supplies to enhance efforts aimed at reducing border-related criminal activity in Texas. No local match is required. Funding will be accounted for in the Special Police Fund. | | |
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2026-R-72
| 1 | 82. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application in the estimated amount of $115,000.00 to 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 one fully equipped specialized vehicle for the Laredo Police Department Bomb Squad Unit. No local match is required. Funding will be accounted for in the Special Police Fund. | | |
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2026-R-74
| 1 | 83. | Resolution | A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement and accept reimbursement from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection/U.S. Border Patrol Treasury Forfeiture Fund of up to $265,000.00 for joint operations for overtime expenses. The City of Laredo required match will be $84,800.00, from General Fund, for a total amount of $349,800.00. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund. | | |
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2026-R-76
| 1 | 84. | Resolution | 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 $1,602,116.00 to the Office of The Governor, Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD) for the purpose of funding the 2025 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG). This funding will be used for the purchase of patrol vehicles, equipment, and overtime expenses used for Stonegarden Operations. No local match is required. Funding is accounted for in the Special Police Fund. | | |
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26-453
| 1 | 85. | Consent Agenda | Ratification to authorize the purchase of two Kubota S Series SVL97-3HFCC Skid Steer (track Loader) from Texas AG Equipment, LLC, from Uvalde, Tx. in the amount of $185,676.10. The purchase of these equipment shall be made utilizing the Sourcewell pricing program contract Number 112624-KBA. Funding is available under the Solid Waste and Environmental Services- 2019 CO Bond. | | |
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26-461
| 1 | 86. | Consent Agenda | Ratification to authorize the purchase of seven units of heavy equipment for the Environmental & Solid Waste Department from French Ellison Truck Center, LLC, from Laredo, Tx. in the amount not to exceed $2,077,179.16. The heavy equipment units are composed of the following: two 2027 Day Cab T880-Roll Offs Trucks, two 2026-ALS-L770 Side Loaders, two 2027 T8880 21 yd. Dump Trucks with Lift Axle and one T480 Grapple Truck. The purchase of these equipment shall be made utilizing the Sourcewell pricing program contract #032824-KTC. Funding is available in the Solid Waste Fund. | table | Pass |
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26-255
| 1 | 87. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to renew the contract for the Collection of Delinquent Property Taxes and Other Charges with the firm Flores, Flores & Canales, PLLC in light of the impending expiration of the existing contract on September 30, 2026. The term of the contract will be the same as the current one, which is for three years, commencing October 1, 2026 and ending September 30, 2029, with a two year option to extend commencing on the first day after the expiration date of the previous term. Funding is available in General Fund-Tax Department. | approve | Pass |
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26-467
| 1 | 88. | Consent Agenda | Motion to approve tax roll adjustments for the month of January 2026. The amounts adjusted represent an increase of $8,143.21 for prior year taxes and a decrease of $33,307.30 for current year taxes. The aggregate adjustment represents a decrease of $25,164.09. 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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26-433
| 1 | 89. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to approve change order #2 in the amount of $155,218.82 to Southern Trenchless Solutions of La Feria, Texas for the 36-Inch Water Transmission Main from Jefferson Water Treatment Plant to Zacate Creek Project. The updated contract is $23,595,758.82. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2022 Water Revenue Bond | | |
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26-434
| 1 | 90. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing the City Manager to approve change order #2 in the amount of $12,500.00 to Southern Trenchless Solutions of La Feria, Texas for the 36-Inch Water Transmission Main from Zacate Creek to Lyon St Booster Pump Station Project. The updated contract is $9,787,840.00. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2022 Water Revenue Bond | | |
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26-435
| 1 | 91. | Consent Agenda | Authorizing City Manager for final project acceptance of the construction of the City of Laredo 24-Inch WTR PRV Station inside Airport, including all warranty certificates, release of retainage, and final payment in the amount of $24,290.91 to Southern Trenchless Solutions. The final construction contract amount of $242,909.10 and final contract time of 62 working days. Funding is available in the Water System Fund-2022 Water Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-436
| 1 | 92. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award a supply contract with BuyBoard vendor, ACT Pipe & Supply, Laredo, Texas, in the annual amount of $700,000.00 for a total contract value of $1,400,000.00 for the purchase of lift station sewer fittings, composite manhole rings and covers for the Utilities Department. This annual contract shall utilize the BuyBoard Contract 770-25. The term of this contract shall be for a period of two years as of the date of its execution. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund. | | |
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26-437
| 1 | 93. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to approve a purchase with Green Equipment Company authorized dealer of Envirosight for the procurement of a basic truck system with RX130 and RC90 for CCTV inspections for wastewater collection sewer main, in the total amount of $102,185.15, utilizing Sourcewell Contract # 120721-EVS. Funding is available in the Sewer System Fund - 2024 Sewer Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-438
| 1 | 94. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to renew the annual supply and service contract FY24-046 with Martin's Heating & Cooling, Laredo, TX, in an annual amount up to $60,000.00 and $60,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term to provide HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) repair services for the Wastewater Treatment Plants. 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 on the date of its execution. There was no price increase during the last extension period. The contract may be extended for one, additional one year period. Funding for the additional extensions are subject to future budget appropriations. All services will be purchased on an as needed basis and funding will be secured from the Sewer System Fund. | | |
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26-504
| 1 | 95. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to ratify and amend the issuance of Purchase Order 430326 to Murphy Pipeline Contractors, in the amount of $1,697,174.12. This amendment is for the additional work needed for the water line replacement program. The updated contract is $15,412,048.26. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2022 Water Revenue Bond. | | |
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26-506
| 1 | 96. | Consent Agenda | Consideration to award service contract RFB2026-045 to the lowest responsive/responsible bidder Murphy Pipeline Contractors, Sunrise, Florida, in the amount of $11,153,320.00 for the water line installation by pipe bursting and/or horizontal directional drilling (HDPE) for the Utilities Department. Estimated time for completion of this project is two hundred twenty (220) working days. Funding is available in the Waterworks Fund - 2024 Water Revenue Bond | approve | Pass |
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26-534
| 1 | 97. | Consent Agenda | Discussion with possible action to provide direction and approve, if so desired, the attached design, as presented, for installation on the La Bota Elevated Storage Tank during the current maintenance and repainting project, at no additional cost to the City, prior to the tank being returned to operation. | | |
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26-248
| 1 | 98. | Staff Report | Environmental & Solid Waste Department staff report with possible action related to residential services, public education efforts, and related issues, with commercial services in accordance with city ordinances. | | |
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26-310
| 1 | 99. | Staff Report | Discussion with possible action to accept and approve reports/reviews presented by Internal Audit. | | |
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26-414
| 1 | 100. | Closed Session | Request for Executive Session under Texas Government Code 551.072 pertaining to ongoing negotiations with Three Lesser Lights LLC for PID 579220, consisting of 27,884.99 square feet out of a 1.5797-acre tract, legally described as Aquero, Block 3, Lot 2A, Phase 1, for the Mescalero Road extension, located in Webb County, Texas, and any other matter incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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2026-RT-07
| 1 | 101. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Consideration to authorize to execute a three year support service contract with Via Mobility, LLC in the total amount of $200,410.00. This contract is for a web-based support service for mapping, rider experience, dispatch and operator settings, and scheduling for the El Lift Paratransit Department. This contract also includes the purchase and support service of twenty-one Samsung tablet devices. The purchase will be made utilizing the OMNIA Contract # R250802. The purchase will be funded through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Grant Section 5310 grant TX-2025-107. Funding is available in the Transit System Capital Grants Fund. | table | Pass |
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2026-RT-08
| 1 | 102. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Consideration to amend and renew contract FY24-038 for automotive parts, transit parts, and supplies for Laredo Transit Management, Inc. (LTMI) to seven vendors listed below to allow for a 25% increase of $225,000.00 to the contract annually, for a new annual total of $1,125,000.00. The increase is due to an industry standard price increase in this renewal. This renewal is the first contract extension of three, one year extensions upon mutual agreement. The original contract was awarded on March 18, 2024 for two years.
The Vendors are as follows:
1. Cummins - Primary Vendor $300,000.00
2. Gillig - Primary Vendor $300,000.00
3. Gonzalez Auto Parts - $200,000.00
4. Muncie Transit Supply - Primary Vendor $115,000.00
5. CD Starter - Secondary Vendor $90,000.00
6. Teg’s Warehouse Supply - Secondary Vendor $70,000.00
7. Vehicle Maintenance Program - Secondary Vendo | approve as amended | Pass |
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2026-RT-10
| 1 | 103. | Laredo Mass Transit Board | Discussion to consider El Metro Performance and Operational Efficiency Review with possible action. This item is to present the finding of the recent Operational Efficiency Study. The report evaluates current resource allocation, workflow optimization, and the integration of real-time date platforms to improve service delivery. The presentation will outline data-driven recommendations aimed at reducing overhead while maintaining high standards of public service. | no action taken | |
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26-C-33
| 1 | 104. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding the issuance of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and design services for the expansion of the Sames Auto Arena and Convention Center, and any matters related thereto | approve | Pass |
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26-C-34
| 1 | 105. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding collaboration with the Office of Congressman Henry Cuéllar on potential federal partnership projects, including:
A. Development and improvement of Laredo Animal Care facilities.
B. Establishment of a Veterans Recreational Center.
C. Improvements and enhancements to Downtown St. Augustine Plaza;
and any matters related thereto. | approve | Pass |
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26-C-25
| 1 | 106. | Council Item | Status update regarding the voting system installed in council chambers and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-26
| 1 | 107. | Council Item | Discussion and possible action to have the City Secretary look into the possible implementation of online accessibility to serve on boards, committees, and commissions for easier participation, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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| 1 | 108. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to create an advocacy position regarding the City of Laredo’s interests in the Amistad Dam and Amistad Reservoir as they pertain to overall City Water Security planning with the goal of integration into the City’s legislative agenda and shared with relevant Federal agencies, officials, and stakeholders, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-35
| 1 | 109. | Council Item | Presentation with possible action of an environmental report about the impacts of the CBP “Smart Wall” infrastructure proposed for the Laredo Sector by Dr Mark Tompkins, Geomorphologist, and presented by Martin Castro, member of the Riverfront Advisory Committee. | | |
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| 1 | 110. | Council Item | Presentation by Martin Castro, RGISC Watershed Science Director (and Member of the Riverfront Advisory Committee) of an environmental report commissioned by RGISC and funded by the Rio Grande Landowners Coalition (RGLC) regarding the flooding impacts of the CBP "Smart Wall" infrastructure proposed for the City of Laredo by Dr. Mark Tompkins, PE, PhD (FlowWest). | | |
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26-C-41
| 1 | 111. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to authorize the use of the Sames Auto Arena for the 13th Annual Driscoll Health Plan Back to School Health Fair taking place on July 15, 2026; and any matter incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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26-C-42
| 1 | 112. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action on hosting the sixth annual "Family Night Under the Stars", an overnight camping event on April 9, 2026 at the Jovita Idar Park, as authorized under Section 21-272a(2)&(3) of the City Code; and any matter incident thereto. | approve as amended | Pass |
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26-C-4
| 1 | 113. | 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. | approve | Pass |
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26-C-36
| 1 | 114. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding having the City support the exploration and advocacy for more Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services in Laredo for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), working with State, Federal and County partners, with presentation from local pediatricians, and any other matters incident thereto. | approve | Pass |
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26-C-37
| 1 | 115. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding having the City consider possible truck parking lease options on unused City property as a way to reduce traffic congestion and create a potential new revenue stream for the City, in additional to looking into applying for the new DOT grants for truck parking, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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25-C-204
| 1 | 116. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to create a project management policy, with standardized reporting, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-32
| 1 | 117. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action regarding water pressure and recent water breaks on Mines Rd, to include a status report, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-38
| 1 | 118. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to establish a CIP project for the development of a master plan for the Muller property, including eight acres designated for a police sector station with a training room, public walking trails, a food truck area with restrooms, and a regional public park space utilizing pending parkland fees from Green Ranch and future residential development, and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-11
| 1 | 119. | 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-C-15
| 1 | 120. | Council Item | Discussion with possible action to direct the City Manager’s Office to develop revised development codes such as form-based code or
similar alternative for Downtown Laredo as contemplated in the
Viva Laredo Plan and any other matters incident thereto. | | |
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26-C-39
| 1 | 121. | Council Item | Presentation by representatives of Laredo Pantry de la Comunidad regarding the organization’s nonprofit efforts, community services, and future goals to support residents of the Laredo community. | no action taken | |
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