1. Opening Prayer: Chaplain Dan Franklin, Retired Army Colonel. 2. Pledge of Allegiance
CEREMONIAL ITEM(S): a. Presentation of a service pin recognizing a Bexar County employee for 25 years of service b. Presentation of a proclamation on behalf of Commissioners Court recognizing Alpha Tau Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the San Antonio Ivy Educational Fund, Inc. be recognized on their 85th and 25th anniversaries, respectfully on November 14-15, 2015 and congratulated on their many contributions to the community for enhancing the quality of life for San Antonio and Bexar County, and its members be extended sincere best wishes for continued success. (Estimated Presentation Time: 5 minutes)
SPECIAL PRESENTATION: a. Presentation of Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Susan Yeatts for fiscal year ending September 30, 2014. b. Presentation and recognition of the 2015 Leroy V. Greene, Jr. Award recipient. c. In observance of Veterans Day and in appreciation of service to our country, Bexar County and the Veterans Service Office recognize all county employees who have served in our nation's military forces and encourage those employees to attend the Veterans Service Office Open House on November 10,2015 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Communications from citizens who signed the register to speak.
Filing for record the following legal and administrative documents and directing the Criminal District Attorney's Office to take action, if necessary: a. Memorandum of Agreement between 502D Air Base Wing and Bexar County, Texas for the provision of BiblioTech Library Services at Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base and Randolph Air Force Base, approved October 6, 2015; b. Citation Directed to Bexar County Sheriffs Department by Serving its Registered Agent, County Judge Nelson Wolff, Re: Gustavo Hernandez vs. Bexar County Sheriffs Department; c. U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas - Summons in a Civil Action To: City of San Antonio, Texas, And Bexar Court Judge Nelson W. Wolff - Re: Mark Hessbrook v. City of San Antonio Texas, et al; d. U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas - Summons in a Civil Action to: Bexar County, Texas Attention: Bexar County Judge Nelson W. Wolff - Re: Matthew T. Joiner, No. 579308 v. Garland Moore, Pete Serna, and Bexar County, Texas.
Approval of Commissioners Court minutes for October 20, 2015.
Consent Items: 10 - 15, 17 - 42, and 44 - 48 Items Pulled: 16, 43
Discussion and appropriate action considering approval of an order adopting the Bexar County Commissioners Court Staff Canvassing Authority Report for the purpose of certifying the results of the Constitutional Amendment and Special Elections held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015, in Bexar County, Texas.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP 45. Approval and execution of a Revive and Renewal to the Agreement between Recovery Healthcare Corporation to provide drug testing services to the Specialty Courts. The term of the Agreement will begin June 23, 2015 through June 22,2016. 46. Approval and execution of a Revive and Amend agreement for the collection of Fines and Fees agreement with the law firm of Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, LLP., and Escamilla, Poneck &Cruz, LLP amending agreement for an additional term to commence on October 1,2015 through September 30, 2016.
Presentation, discussion and appropriate action regarding an Incentive Application submitted by INDO-US MIM TEC PVT LTD.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding the Legislative Consulting Services Agreement between Bexar County and the Consulting Team providing for State legislative services.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding: a. Presentation by Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) detailing their energy efficiency initiatives throughout Bexar County for calendar years 2015 and 2016; and b. Authorization for the County Judge to execute a funding agreement between Bexar County and Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) in the amount of $85,000, to provide services and programs in the area of energy efficiency for a period beginning October 1,2015 through September 30,2016.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding approval of the Interlocal Agreement between Bexar County and the City of San Antonio (City) in the amount not to exceed $2,800,000 to provide additional funding for the City's Menger Creek Drainage Project, Precinct 4.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding approval of a Resolution authorizing the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (ARMA) to use Vehicle Registration Fee Revenues on specified long-term, regionally significant transportation projects. Countywide.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Awarding a delivery order to Alpha Building Corporation to provide for the purchase of construction services for work related to the relocation of the Spanish Archives and the modifications to the interior of the former Federal Reserve Building, in the amount of $968,722 as requested by the Bexar County Facilities Management Department; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to file appropriate award documents for record.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding awarding a delivery order to Caldwell Country to provide for the purchase of twenty-nine (29) 2016 law enforcement vehicles, as requested by the Bexar County Sheriffs Office, in the combined amount of $1,280,787; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute and file the appropriate award documents for record.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action authorizing the execution of an agreement with Aramark, Incorporated to provide Food Services for the Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department in the estimated annual amount of $827,293 for a five-year period beginning upon award and ending June 30, 2020, as requested by the Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute and file the appropriate award documents for the record.
Discussion and appropriate action regarding: a. Presentation by Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) detailing their energy efficiency initiatives throughout Bexar County for calendar years 2015 and 2016; and b. Authorization for the County Judge to execute a funding agreement between Bexar County and Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) in the amount of $85,000, to provide services and programs in the area of energy efficiency for a period beginning October 1,2015 through September 30,2016.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (DISCUSSION ONLY: CLOSED TO PUBLIC) (pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code) EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS MAY BE DISCUSSED AND ACTED UPON, IF APPROPRIATE, IN OPEN SESSION. 60. § 551.071 Consultation with Attorney for advice regarding: a. Pending or contemplated litigation or settlement offers in the following matters: 1. Richard Sepulveda, Individually, Felicia Sepulveda, Individually and as Next of Friend of Bryan Sepulveda, Ryan Sepulveda, Brandon Sepulveda, and Mathew Alaniz v. Bexar County; 2. Bexar County v. Volkswagen AG, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Audi AG and Audi of America, LLC, et al. b. Legal issues pertaining to the following matters in which the duty of the attorney for Bexar County under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act: 1. The Bexar County Justice Precinct Redistricting Plan 2013, including resulting issues related to office administration. 61. § 551.072 Deliberation regarding real property: a. Toyota Field located at 5106 Edwards Dr., San Antonio, Texas
Discussion and appropriate action regarding a settlement offer in the following auto accident lawsuit: Richard Sepulveda, Individually, Felicia Sepulveda, Individually and as Next of Friend of Bryan Sepulveda, Ryan Sepulveda, Brandon Sepulveda, and Mathew Alaniz v. Bexar County
Discussion and appropriate action authorizing litigation to be filed on behalf of Bexar County against Volkswagen AG, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Audi AG, and Audi of America, LLC, any corporate affiliates, parents, and subsidiaries, and such other culpable parties responsible for illegal automobile emissions and related violations under the Texas Health and Safety Code and in violation of other laws of the State of Texas and United States; and approval of a professional services agreement for representation of Bexar County in asserting the aforementioned legal claims with the following attorneys and law firms: Hilliard Munoz Gonzales, LLP, Maloney & Campolo, Law Offices of Carlos Uresti, Law Offices of Pat Maloney and Justin Hill of the Hill Law Firm.
Communications from citizens who signed the register to speak.
§ 551.0725 Deliberation regarding contract being negotiated: (Upon receipt of written authorization from the Criminal District Attorney, the Commissioners Court must vote unanimously that deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person.) a. Collective Bargaining contract negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs Association of Bexar County.
§ 551.072 Deliberation regarding real property: a. Toyota Field located at 5106 Edwards Dr., San Antonio, Texas
1:30 p.m. - Discussion and Appropriate Action regarding terms, conditions and business points and/or a DRAFT Letter of Intent to be included in future binding documents among Parties with respect to the purchase, renovation, financing, use and operation of Toyota Field and STAR soccer complex.
1:45 p.m. or Immediately following item 5(a): Discussion and appropriate action regarding a presentation of an interim report which will contain IBM's findings and recommendations to date with respect to the development of the IT assessment and 5-year strategic plan.
62. § 551.0725 Deliberation regarding contract being negotiated: (Upon receipt of written authorization from the Criminal District Attorney, the Commissioners Court must vote unanimously that deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person.) a. Collective Bargaining contract negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs Association of Bexar County.
1. Opening Prayer: Chaplain Dan Franklin, Retired Army Colonel. 2. Pledge of Allegiance
CEREMONIAL ITEM(S): a. Presentation of a service pin recognizing a Bexar County employee for 25 years of service b. Presentation of a proclamation on behalf of Commissioners Court recognizing Alpha Tau Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the San Antonio Ivy Educational Fund, Inc. be recognized on their 85th and 25th anniversaries, respectfully on November 14-15, 2015 and congratulated on their many contributions to the community for enhancing the quality of life for San Antonio and Bexar County, and its members be extended sincere best wishes for continued success. (Estimated Presentation Time: 5 minutes)
SPECIAL PRESENTATION: a. Presentation of Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to Susan Yeatts for fiscal year ending September 30, 2014. b. Presentation and recognition of the 2015 Leroy V. Greene, Jr. Award recipient. c. In observance of Veterans Day and in appreciation of service to our country, Bexar County and the Veterans Service Office recognize all county employees who have served in our nation's military forces and encourage those employees to attend the Veterans Service Office Open House on November 10,2015 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Communications from citizens who signed the register to speak.
Filing for record the following legal and administrative documents and directing the Criminal District Attorney's Office to take action, if necessary: a. Memorandum of Agreement between 502D Air Base Wing and Bexar County, Texas for the provision of BiblioTech Library Services at Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base and Randolph Air Force Base, approved October 6, 2015; b. Citation Directed to Bexar County Sheriffs Department by Serving its Registered Agent, County Judge Nelson Wolff, Re: Gustavo Hernandez vs. Bexar County Sheriffs Department; c. U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas - Summons in a Civil Action To: City of San Antonio, Texas, And Bexar Court Judge Nelson W. Wolff - Re: Mark Hessbrook v. City of San Antonio Texas, et al; d. U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas - Summons in a Civil Action to: Bexar County, Texas Attention: Bexar County Judge Nelson W. Wolff - Re: Matthew T. Joiner, No. 579308 v. Garland Moore, Pete Serna, and Bexar County, Texas.
Approval of Commissioners Court minutes for October 20, 2015.
Consent Items: 10 - 15, 17 - 42, and 44 - 48 Items Pulled: 16, 43
Discussion and appropriate action considering approval of an order adopting the Bexar County Commissioners Court Staff Canvassing Authority Report for the purpose of certifying the results of the Constitutional Amendment and Special Elections held on Tuesday, November 3, 2015, in Bexar County, Texas.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP 45. Approval and execution of a Revive and Renewal to the Agreement between Recovery Healthcare Corporation to provide drug testing services to the Specialty Courts. The term of the Agreement will begin June 23, 2015 through June 22,2016. 46. Approval and execution of a Revive and Amend agreement for the collection of Fines and Fees agreement with the law firm of Linebarger, Goggan, Blair & Sampson, LLP., and Escamilla, Poneck &Cruz, LLP amending agreement for an additional term to commence on October 1,2015 through September 30, 2016.
Presentation, discussion and appropriate action regarding an Incentive Application submitted by INDO-US MIM TEC PVT LTD.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding the Legislative Consulting Services Agreement between Bexar County and the Consulting Team providing for State legislative services.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding: a. Presentation by Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) detailing their energy efficiency initiatives throughout Bexar County for calendar years 2015 and 2016; and b. Authorization for the County Judge to execute a funding agreement between Bexar County and Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) in the amount of $85,000, to provide services and programs in the area of energy efficiency for a period beginning October 1,2015 through September 30,2016.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding approval of the Interlocal Agreement between Bexar County and the City of San Antonio (City) in the amount not to exceed $2,800,000 to provide additional funding for the City's Menger Creek Drainage Project, Precinct 4.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding approval of a Resolution authorizing the Alamo Regional Mobility Authority (ARMA) to use Vehicle Registration Fee Revenues on specified long-term, regionally significant transportation projects. Countywide.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Awarding a delivery order to Alpha Building Corporation to provide for the purchase of construction services for work related to the relocation of the Spanish Archives and the modifications to the interior of the former Federal Reserve Building, in the amount of $968,722 as requested by the Bexar County Facilities Management Department; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to file appropriate award documents for record.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action regarding awarding a delivery order to Caldwell Country to provide for the purchase of twenty-nine (29) 2016 law enforcement vehicles, as requested by the Bexar County Sheriffs Office, in the combined amount of $1,280,787; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute and file the appropriate award documents for record.
DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES, AUDIO IS MISSING DURING PORTIONS OF THIS CLIP Discussion and appropriate action authorizing the execution of an agreement with Aramark, Incorporated to provide Food Services for the Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department in the estimated annual amount of $827,293 for a five-year period beginning upon award and ending June 30, 2020, as requested by the Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department; and authorizing the Purchasing Agent to execute and file the appropriate award documents for the record.
Discussion and appropriate action regarding: a. Presentation by Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) detailing their energy efficiency initiatives throughout Bexar County for calendar years 2015 and 2016; and b. Authorization for the County Judge to execute a funding agreement between Bexar County and Build San Antonio Green (BSAG) in the amount of $85,000, to provide services and programs in the area of energy efficiency for a period beginning October 1,2015 through September 30,2016.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (DISCUSSION ONLY: CLOSED TO PUBLIC) (pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code) EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS MAY BE DISCUSSED AND ACTED UPON, IF APPROPRIATE, IN OPEN SESSION. 60. § 551.071 Consultation with Attorney for advice regarding: a. Pending or contemplated litigation or settlement offers in the following matters: 1. Richard Sepulveda, Individually, Felicia Sepulveda, Individually and as Next of Friend of Bryan Sepulveda, Ryan Sepulveda, Brandon Sepulveda, and Mathew Alaniz v. Bexar County; 2. Bexar County v. Volkswagen AG, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Audi AG and Audi of America, LLC, et al. b. Legal issues pertaining to the following matters in which the duty of the attorney for Bexar County under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act: 1. The Bexar County Justice Precinct Redistricting Plan 2013, including resulting issues related to office administration. 61. § 551.072 Deliberation regarding real property: a. Toyota Field located at 5106 Edwards Dr., San Antonio, Texas
Discussion and appropriate action regarding a settlement offer in the following auto accident lawsuit: Richard Sepulveda, Individually, Felicia Sepulveda, Individually and as Next of Friend of Bryan Sepulveda, Ryan Sepulveda, Brandon Sepulveda, and Mathew Alaniz v. Bexar County
Discussion and appropriate action authorizing litigation to be filed on behalf of Bexar County against Volkswagen AG, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Audi AG, and Audi of America, LLC, any corporate affiliates, parents, and subsidiaries, and such other culpable parties responsible for illegal automobile emissions and related violations under the Texas Health and Safety Code and in violation of other laws of the State of Texas and United States; and approval of a professional services agreement for representation of Bexar County in asserting the aforementioned legal claims with the following attorneys and law firms: Hilliard Munoz Gonzales, LLP, Maloney & Campolo, Law Offices of Carlos Uresti, Law Offices of Pat Maloney and Justin Hill of the Hill Law Firm.
Communications from citizens who signed the register to speak.
§ 551.0725 Deliberation regarding contract being negotiated: (Upon receipt of written authorization from the Criminal District Attorney, the Commissioners Court must vote unanimously that deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person.) a. Collective Bargaining contract negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs Association of Bexar County.
§ 551.072 Deliberation regarding real property: a. Toyota Field located at 5106 Edwards Dr., San Antonio, Texas
1:30 p.m. - Discussion and Appropriate Action regarding terms, conditions and business points and/or a DRAFT Letter of Intent to be included in future binding documents among Parties with respect to the purchase, renovation, financing, use and operation of Toyota Field and STAR soccer complex.
1:45 p.m. or Immediately following item 5(a): Discussion and appropriate action regarding a presentation of an interim report which will contain IBM's findings and recommendations to date with respect to the development of the IT assessment and 5-year strategic plan.
62. § 551.0725 Deliberation regarding contract being negotiated: (Upon receipt of written authorization from the Criminal District Attorney, the Commissioners Court must vote unanimously that deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of Commissioners Court in negotiations with a third person.) a. Collective Bargaining contract negotiations with the Deputy Sheriffs Association of Bexar County.