City Council - Workshop - Regular Meeting

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

TEXAS PLEDGE

MOMENT OF SILENCE

ROLL CALL

MINUTES

Approval of Minutes of: June 1st, 2026 June 2nd, 2026

CITIZEN COMMENTS

Citizens can participate through in-person comments. Citizens wishing to provide in-person comments are required to fill out a witness card and submit it to the City Secretary no later than 5:45 p.m. and identify themselves at the microphone. Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. Speakers may not pass their minutes to any other speaker. All comments should be relevant to City business and delivered in a professional manner. No derogatory remarks will be permitted.

Recognizing the R.C. Centeno Elementary School 4th Grade Basketball Team, Division 4th–5A, for an Outstanding Undefeated Season and for Earning the Title of City Champions. REC26-60

The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Treviño, and Council recognize the Healthier Texas Community Challenge participants who were the top performers in their respective districts. District winners recorded the highest cumulative active participation in their respective districts, while the top overall participants recorded the highest cumulative active participation citywide. Their commitment to physical activity, personal wellness, and community engagement exemplifies the goals of the Neighborhood Challenge and contributes to building a healthier Laredo. REC26-61

The City of Laredo Mayor, Dr. Victor D. Treviño, and Council REC26-62 recognize Ms. Estela Gallegos Perez for achieving a lifelong dream by earning her high school diploma at 100 years young as a member of the Class of 2026 from Martin High School, and for serving as an inspiration to the community through her perseverance, determination, and commitment to education.

Presentation by Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino, providing general comments on city matters, upcoming initiatives, and other relevant updates for the Council and the public. 26-1125

Presentation by the Laredo Police Department on the use of Flock Safety camera technology and other law enforcement technologies for crime prevention, criminal investigations, vehicle recovery, public safety enhancement, program effectiveness, privacy safeguards, and data management. 26-1155

Presentation by Miss Laredo USA 2026: Competing to represent the City of Laredo at Miss Texas USA. 26-1157

Presentation on City of Laredo's participation in Harvard Bloomberg Leadership program. 26-1168

Update on outreach efforts regarding proposed international bridge toll increases. 26-1169

Appointment by Council Member Alyssa Cigarroa of Adriana B. Nunemaker to the Municipal Hospital Ad-Hoc Committee. APPT26 - 51

Appointment by Council Member Gilbert Gonzalez of Lynn Mergen to the Municipal Hospital Ad-Hoc Committee. APPT26 - 52

Appointment by Council Member Melissa Cigarroa of Elmo Lopez to the Municipal Hospital Ad-Hoc Committee. APPT26 - 53

Appointment by Council Member Ricardo "Rick" Garza of Jorge "Neto" Leal to Municipal Housing Authority Ad-Hoc Committee. APPT26 - 54

Appointment by Council Member Ricardo "Richie" Rangel Jr. of Valdemar Perez to the Municipal Hospital Ad-Hoc Committee. APPT26 - 55

Appointment by Council Member Alyssa Cigarroa of Marie Webber to the Library Advisory Committee. APPT26 - 56

Appointment by Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino of Lizzy Newsome to the Mayoral Ad-Hoc Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination and Advisory Committee. APPT26 - 57

Appointment by Mayor Dr. Victor D. Trevino of Dr. Francisco APPT26 - 58 Cervantes to the Municipal Hospital Authority Ad-Hoc Committee.

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance concerning a voluntary annexation request by Javier De Anda, on behalf of NDAS Development, LLC, altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo to annex approximately 23.942-acres, more or less, of land located southeast of Cuatro Vientos Road and Sierra Vista Boulevard; 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 the subject tract, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit "A."

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed annexation and denial of the originally requested B-4 (Highway Commercial District) zoning, and instead recommended B-3 (Community Business District). The petitioner has since amended the request from B-4 to B-3. Staff supports the proposed annexation and the amended request for a B-3 (Community Business District) initial zoning designation. AN-001-2026 District 1 - Cm. Gilbert Gonzalez

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance concerning a voluntary annexation request by Lucia Elizondo Paez, on behalf of All Carriers, Inc., altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo by annexing approximately 8.42-acres, more or less, tract of land located south of FM 1472 and west of 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 M-1 (Light Manufacturing District) for the subject tract, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit "A."

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed annexation and the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). Staff supports the proposed annexation and the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). AN-002-2026 District 7 - Cm. Vanessa Perez

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance concerning a voluntary annexation request by Luke Colbert, on behalf of ARP Laredo, LLC, altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo by annexing approximately 5.19-acres, more or less, tract of land located south of FM 1472 and north of Mercury 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 the subject tract, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit "A."

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed annexation and the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). Staff supports the proposed annexation and the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). AN-003-2026 District 7 - Cm. Vanessa Perez

Public hearing and Introductory Ordinance concerning a voluntary annexation request by Robert J. Gilpin, altering and extending the boundary limits of the City of Laredo by annexing approximately 150.8236-acres, more or less, tract of land located northwest of Nicolas D. Hachar Road and River Bank Drive; 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 the subject tract, as described by metes and bounds in the attached Exhibit "A."

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed annexation and the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). Staff supports the proposed annexation and the initial zoning of M-1 (Light Manufacturing District). AN-004-2026 District 7 - Cm. Vanessa Perez

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 4, Larga Vista Subdivision, located at 5602 State Highway 359, from B-1 (Limited Business District) to B-3 (Community Business District).

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change. Staff supports the application. ZC-052-2026 District III

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 3.33 Acre Tract, as further described by metes and bounds in Exhibit A, located east of Don Beto Drive and north of Grisell Drive, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District).

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change, and staff does not support the application. ZC-035-2026 District V

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning approximately 3.08 acre tract of land, as further described by metes and bounds in Exhibit A, located south of Cerralvo Drive and west of Riverbank Drive, from R-1A (Single Family Reduced Area District) to R-2 (Multi-Family Residential District).

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed zone change, and staff supports the application. ZC-037-2026 District VII

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 Heavy Machinery Sales/Display (Outdoor) and Truck/Trailer Rental on Lot 1, Block 1, DCAF Mines Road Plat, located at 16111 FM 1472.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit, and staff supports the application. ZC-054-2026 District VII

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 20, Block 5, Sierra Vista Police Station Plat, located at 140 Ceniso 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-059-2026 District I

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance Number 2025-O-223, which authorized a conditional use permit for an Animal Care Substation (Office) on Lot 20, Block 5, Sierra Vista Police Station Plat, located at 140 Ceniso Loop in order to convert the approved office use into an Animal Care Substation with indoor and outdoor animal confinement.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed conditional use permit amendment, and staff supports the application. ZC-057-2026 District I

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, Block 881, Eastern Division, located at 1600 Clark Boulevard, from R-1 (Single Family Residential District) to B-1 (Limited Business District).

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed zone change. However, staff supports the application. Pursuant to Section 211.0061 of the Texas Local Government Code, approval of this zoning request requires a supermajority vote of three-fourths (3/4) of the City Council due to a valid protest petition having been filed. Accordingly, a favorable vote by at least three-fourths of all members of the governing body is required for approval of the proposed zoning change. ZC-053-2026 District IV

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by amending Ordinance 2022-O-185, which authorized a Special Use Permit for a restaurant serving alcohol on Lot 5A, Block 1, Encino Plaza Subdivision, Unit 2A, located at 7518 McPherson Road, Suite 510 (4,176 square feet) in order to remove Cosmos Bar and Grill and Encino Plaza, Incorporated and replace with Cosmos Bar & Grill-Lombrana Properties as the parties to whom the permit is issued and to amend the site plan to add additional square footage.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the proposed special use permit amendment, and staff supports the application. ZC-055-2026 District VI

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance (Map) of the City of Laredo by rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Kimberly Plaza Subdivision, located at 4800 McPherson Road, from B-3 (Community Business District) to B-4 (Highway Commercial District).

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of the proposed zone change, and staff does not support the application. ZC-036-2026 District IV

Public Hearing and Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to amend the City of Laredo's FY 2025-2026 budget by appropriating expenditures from a drawdown of $11,250,000 from fund balance from the Sports and Community Venue Sales Tax Fund. The funds will be used to cover the cost of the Leyendecker Construction contract for the Phase 1B.

Authorizing the City Manager to execute a Parcel Development master ground lease agreement between the City of Laredo and Freeman Holdings of Laredo, LLC, for a total of 95,688.2 square feet, made up of multiple tracts of land owned and operated by the airport, including: (1) a 1.37-acre ground lease tract for the construction and development of FBO improvements; (2) the existing Fuel Pad facility; and (3) Hangar 1309. The combined annual rent for all leased premises shall be $213,040.84, consisting of: (i) annual ground rent of $40,000.00 for the 1.37-acre tract; (ii) annual rent of $13,322.40 for the Fuel Pad; and (iii) annual rent of $159,718.44 for Hangar 1309. Rental amounts shall be adjusted in accordance with changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), in addition to periodic fair market rental value adjustments as provided in the applicable lease agreements. Lessee shall also be responsible to comply with fuel flowage fees and landing fees approved by the Laredo City Council; providing for severability; and providing for an effective date.

An Ordinance amending the City of Laredo Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter III, Section 3.2 Entitled "Streets and Alleys," by adding definitions for block length and block width; providing that this ordinance shall be cumulative; providing for severability clause; and providing for publication and effective date.

An Ordinance amending section 1 of Ordinance 2017-O-110 of the City of Laredo and authorizing an increase of toll rates through a phased implementation schedule beginning FY2026 and continuing through January 2031; establishing revised toll rates for commercial vehicles, non-commercial vehicles, and pedestrian crossings; authorizing an initial adjustment upon adoption of the ordinance followed by annual phased adjustments each January thereafter; providing for operational, maintenance, debt service, technology modernization, and bridge infrastructure needs, including improvements to the World Trade Bridge and Colombia Solidarity Bridge, and authorizing the city manager to implement administrative procedures necessary for the implementation. Toll increases are described in Exhibit "A" and hereby repeal all conflicting sections in all ordinances currently in effect.

An Ordinance of the City of Laredo, Texas, amending Section 1 of Ordinance 2024-O-110 to authorize and penalize repeat U-Turn offenders, allow them to cross and charge the following: to increase the insufficient fund fee to $500.00 for the 1st U-Turn Offense plus the per axle toll fee, $1,000.00 for the 2nd U-Turn Offense plus the per axle toll fee and $2,000.00 for the 3rd U-Turn Offense plus the per axle crossing fee for southbound commercial vehicles that arrive at the toll booth with insufficient funds in the automatic vehicle identification (A.V.I.) account and if an A.V.I. account has more than three (3) insufficient fund U-turns, the account will be suspended and charged a re-activation fee of $200.00. The company must leave a credit card on file and schedule automatic replenishment of funds as further described in Exhibit "A" and hereby repealing all conflicting sections in all ordinances currently in effect.

An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the closing, vacating, and abandoning of a 4,460 square foot section of cul-de-sac out of Arthur Miller Court right-of-way, as depicted in the attached survey; providing for the reversion of said property to the original owners, D & J Alexander Investments; reserving a perpetual utility easement to the City of Laredo; and providing for an effective date.

Introductory Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into a contract from the Ardmore Institute of Health for the Lifestyle Medicine Consortium Program Grant, amending the FY2025-2026 budget by appropriating revenues and expenditures in the amount of $100,000.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department, for the term June 01, 2026 through May 31, 2027. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Lifestyle Medicine Consortium Grant.

Authorizing the City Manager to execute a lease agreement between the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and the City of Laredo Public Health Department for approximately 5,070 square feet at 2600 Cedar Avenue, Laredo, Texas 78040 situated within the Laredo Public Health Department Building. Lease term shall be for a total of three years, commencing on October 1, 2025 and ending on September 31, 2028, with an annual base rent of $97,344.00, payable in monthly installments, with prorated payments beginning April 1, 2026 for fiscal year 2026.

A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager and/or his designee to execute all necessary documents to purchase from SKG H4, LLC the surface estate only of a 3.00-acre tract of land for a purchase price of $1,125,000.00, and to accept the donation of an additional 2.00-acre tract of land with an appraised value of $822,000.00, said property being a portion of Abstract 56, Porcion 14, J. Guajardo Survey, containing approximately 200.40 acres and located at 13002 Apollo Drive, Laredo, Webb County, Texas; providing that the City shall pay fifty percent (50%) of the estimated closing costs in the amount of $3,500.00; said property being more particularly described and depicted in Exhibit "A," attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes; providing for an effective date; and authorizing funding through the 2022 Certificate of Obligation Bond Program.

Authorizing the City Manager to donate a 2005 American LaFrance truck from the Fire Department to the Municipality of Queretaro, Queretaro, Mexico (Assigned for use to the City of Querétaro, Querétaro, under the custody of the State Civil Protection Coordination of Querétaro, which belongs to the Executive Branch of the State of Querétaro). The vehicle will be donated "as is," and the City of Laredo shall assume no liability for its use following transfer. The American LaFrance Truck, formerly designated as Unit #189, has been fully depreciated and holds minimal or no monetary value.

Authorizing the City Manager to donate a 2008 Freightliner truck from the Fire Department to the Municipality of Pinal de Amoles, Queretaro, Mexico. The vehicle will be donated "as is," and the City of Laredo shall assume no liability for its use following transfer. The 2008 Freightliner truck, formerly designated as Unit #238, has been fully depreciated and holds minimal or no monetary value.

A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas approving a Chapter 380 Agreement between the City of Laredo and LITOS Texas, LLC., pursuant to an economic development incentive under Chapter 380 of the Texas Local Government Code and authorizing the City Manager to execute all relevant documents, and any other matters incident thereto; providing for severability; providing for an effective date; and providing for publication. The five year agreement obligates LITOS Texas, LLC., pursuant to an economic development incentive to invest an aggregate estimated amount of $31,000,000.00 for the construction of two institutional-quality LEED certified buildings on approximately 53 acres that will operate as a light manufacturing center and create at least 20 new full-time permanent jobs. Rebates will be based on performance and annual compliance.

Consideration to authorize purchases from Traffic Tiger, Houston, Texas for an annual amount not to exceed $200,000.00. This contract will serve for the purchases of Traffic Signal Systems and Safety Barrier Products on as needed basis through Buy Board Contract 803-26. Contract shall be for a period of one year and only for included items within contract. Funding is available in the General Fund-Engineering/Traffic Department.

Consideration for approval amendment no. 2, an increase in the amount of $1,114,725.00 to the professional services contract with JHS Architect Inc., Laredo, Texas, for the City of Laredo Sports Complex Phase 1B Project. This amendment no. 2 is to provide additional architectural and engineering services that encompass building design, park planning, and landscape architectural design. Current contract amount with this amendment is $5,189,725.00. Funding is available in the Sports Venue Tax Fund.

Consideration to award a service contract with sole source vendor, Life Extension Clinics, Inc dba Life Scan Wellness Centers to perform NFPA physicals, lab testing, cancer screening, and cardio/fitness exams to all City of Laredo firefighters, in the amount not to exceed $326,926.00 Funding is through the FEMA, Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) grant accepted in November 2025. Funding is available in the Special Fire Grants Fund.

Consideration to renew annual service contract FY24-073 for the repair and replacement of hydraulic cylinders for the City's heavy equipment fleet with Laredo Mechanical Industrial Services, Laredo, Texas, in an annual amount of $130,000.00 and $130,000.00 for the remainder of the contract term. These hydraulic cylinders are found on many pieces of heavy equipment such as backhoes, loaders, and refuse trucks. All repair services 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 is the second of three extension periods. Funding is available in the Fleet Management Fund.

A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, ratifying and authorizing the City Manager to submit an application to the Department of Health and Human Services for the Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Surveillance, Research, and Prevention (ADDM) Program Grant, in the total estimated amount of up to $1,101,500.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department, for a total of a one year term, to be effective on January 01, 2027 through December 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 - Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, Surveillance, Research, and Prevention Program Grant.

A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract amendment with Valley AIDS Council for the HIV Ryan White Part D Women, Infants, Children, and Youth (WICY) Program Grant, in the additional amount of $26,880.00, for a total amount of $53,759.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term from August 01, 2025 through July 31, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department fund - HIV Ryan White Part D Grant.

Consideration to renew contract FY24-016 to Martinez Pharmacy, Laredo, TX, for pharmaceutical services for the Public Health Department in an annual amount not to exceed $100,000.00, for a total contract value of $400,000.00. The term of this contract is for two years and it is extension 1 of 1. Funding is available in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Various Accounts.

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 for the Diabetes Prevention and Control 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 - Diabetes Prevention and Control Program Grant.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a grant application to the American Conversation Project for the American Conversation Project for Libraries, in the estimated total amount of $500.00 per six month term, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Library Department for a six month term, from June 19, 2026, through November 30, 2026, for a total estimated amount not to exceed $500.00; 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.

Consideration to authorize the purchase contract with Motorola Solutions in the amount of $155,000.00 for the purchase of pole camera system hardware, software and operational services. This purchase shall be made using Sourcewell Mobile Video Contract No. 101223-MOT. Funding is available in the Financial Task Force Fund.

A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant in the amount of $1,602,116.00 from 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.

Consideration and possible action to approve an amended resolution clarifying language contained in the Whereas clauses of the previously approved resolution #2026-R-96, 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 $2,406,945.00 to the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) for the FY27 SB224 Catalytic Converter Grant for the period of September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027. The purpose of this grant program is to provide additional funding for the Laredo Auto Theft Task Force/Laredo Police Department for the detection and prevention of catalytic converter theft. This grant will pay for the salaries of a Public Information Specialist, a full-time Assistant District Attorney, technology, training, and overtime. The city's cash match will be $503,270.00 for a total grant amount of $2,910,216.00. If awarded, funding will be appropriated in the Auto Theft Task Force Fund.

A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into and execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Laredo Police Department (LPD); and the Webb County Sheriff's Office (WCSO); Webb & Zapata County District Attorney's Office (WZCDAO); Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas, South Texas Region (DPS); U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, San Antonio Field Division (ATF); U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration, Laredo Division (DEA); U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, San Antonio Division (FBI); U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations, San Antonio Field Office (HSI); U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Division (OFO); U.S. Department of Justice, United States Attorney's Office, Southern District of Texas (USAO); U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, Border Patrol, Laredo Sector (USBP); U.S. Marshal's Service, Southern District of Texas (USM); and Laredo Independent School District Police (LISD Police) for the purpose of continuing the Laredo Texas Anti-Gang Center (TAG Center) that was funded and established in FY2022. The main purpose of the TAG Center is to combat the shared threat of criminal organizations operating in and affecting the region.

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 $29,999.96 from 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 04, 2026. This grant funding is to pay overtime salaries 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 $9,229.95, from the General Fund, for a project total of $39,299.95. Funding is available in the Special Police Fund.

Consideration to authorize the purchase of five John Deere Zero-Turn Commercial Lawn Mowers from John Deere Company totaling $130,485.42. The purchase of this equipment shall be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract #112624-DAC for grounds maintenance. The servicing agent will be United Ag & Turf, Waco, Texas which is one of the John Deere dealers in this area. Funding is available in the Environmental and Solid Waste Services Fund - 2019 CO Bond.

Staff report with possible action to approve the recommendation for the next City of Laredo Poet Laureate, Xiomarra Milann. This is a two-year appointment. Funding for the $1,500 honorarium is available in General Fund-Library Department. 26-495

Discussion with possible action to approve the employee and retiree health insurance plan designs, including six (6) health insurance plan options to be made available, and the premium contribution structure for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. 26-996

Discussion with possible action to approve the temporary closure of International Bridge 1 ("Gateway to the Americas") at the request of the Consulado General de Mexico en Laredo, submitted by Consul General Juan Carlos Mendoza Sanchez, in order to hold the 1st Annual Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States. 26-1059

Staff report presentation with possible action regarding the Municipal Hospital Ad-Hoc Committee, including discussion and possible direction on membership structure, policy considerations, and related matters for the City of Laredo. 26-1134

Update with possible action regarding amplified sound and noise regulations in residential areas, and any other matters incident thereto. 26-1158

Discussion with possible action to reschedule the regular City Council meeting currently scheduled for July 20, 2026, and to establish a new meeting date and time. 26-1174

Discussion with possible action as it relates to the proposed scope of services for hydrologic, hydraulic, geomorphologic, surveying, environmental coordination, and regulatory support services necessary to evaluate floodplain conditions along the River and the impacts of the proposed federal "Smart Wall" infrastructure project on the City of Laredo, and any other matters incident thereto 26-1187

Request for Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.071(1)(A) to consult with City Attorney regarding matters concerning anticipated litigation involving former employee of El Metro Transit, Monica Garcia. 26-1180

Request for Executive Session pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071(1)(A) to consult with City Attorney concerning status of collective bargaining negotiations with the City of Laredo Police and Fire Departments, and any other matters incident thereto. 26-1182

Authorizing City Manager to execute a contract by and between Raydo Advertising Company, LLC, a Texas limited Liability Company and Laredo Transit Management Inc., El Metro for installing, maintaining, and operating a comprehensive street furniture of two hundred (200) donated benches and selling third party advertising thereon, and desires to install benches at LTMI bus stops in the City to operate exclusive third-party advertising. The term of the agreement shall be for ten (10) years with the option to renew an additional ten (10) years, commencing on July 1, 2026. 2026-RT-23

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Discussion with possible action to support and promote voter participation, civic engagement, and public awareness of upcoming elections through nonpartisan voter education and outreach efforts, and any matters incident thereto. 26-C-109

Discussion with possible action to receive a status update regarding the Central Laredo Municipal Management District (CLMMD), including its governance, financial condition, assessments, programs, services, contractual obligations, accomplishments, challenges, and future plans, and any matters incident thereto. 26-C-110

Discussion with possible action regarding regulations, policies, permitting requirements, and development standards for industries 26-C-112 and facilities that require substantial water consumption or other limited public resources, including the evaluation of potential impacts on long-term water supply, utility infrastructure, sustainability, and public welfare, and any matters related thereto.

Discussion with possible action to discuss the status of succession plans and any other matters incident thereto. 26-C-111

Discussion with possible action to allocate $150,000 from District 4 Priority Funds to the Lupita Cortez Memorial Community Wellness & Recreation & Complex at the Lyon Water Tanks; and any matter incident thereto. 26-C-106

Discussion with possible action to suspend the enforcement of the tree ordinance for existing businesses until the ordinance is reviewed and updated; and any other matters incident there to. 26-C-107

Discussion with possible action regarding an update for possible scope and budget adjustments to previously discussed plan to address feral hog overpopulation and their destruction to private property, and any other matters incident thereto. 26-C-103

Discussion with possible action regarding an update on the status of the indoor recreation feasibility study funded in the FY26 CIP budget, and any other matters incident thereto. 26-C-102

Discussion with possible action to have the City bring back an aggressive "Shop Local" campaign as was previously pushed by the City, working with the Chamber of Commerce, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, all relevant stakeholders, and any other matters incident thereto. 26-C-104

Discussion with possible action regarding Riverbank Drive improvements and the proposed realignment project, and any other matters incident thereto. 26-C-95

Discussion with possible action regarding agenda and council meeting policies and practices including but not limited to the structure, Robert's Rules, and the requirement of staff reports and 26-C-94 project updates prior to consideration of ordinances involving rate increases, fee adjustments, and at key phases of project management process, and any other matters incident thereto.

Discussion and possible action directing City staff to evaluate the impacts of High-Intensity Data Processing Facilities on municipal infrastructure, water resources, electrical demand, and land-use compatibility, and to develop and present recommendations for regulatory standards related to water use, conservation, water reuse, cooling technologies, resource efficiency, and other operational and environmental considerations applicable to such facilities; and any other matter incident thereto.

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