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Transcript of 13-01-15 agenda supplements
Date of Meeting: January 15, 2013
Agenda Item No. (to be assigned by CSO): I
From (name, title, department and who submitting on behalf of, if any): Elizabeth Walker, City Secretary Subject: Call to Order, includes the following:
A. Certification of Public Notice. B. Invocation. C. Pledge of Allegiance. D. Roll Call.
Discussion: A. Mayor will Call to Order and certify Public Notice. B. Pastor/Reverend C. Mayor will lead Pledge of Allegiance; Mayor Pro-Tem may lead Texas Flag. D. City Secretary will call roll.
Additional Action Prompted: [ ] Mayor’s Signature [ ] Public Hearing [ ] Budget Amendment [ ] Resolution [ ] Ordinance – First Reading [ ] Ordinance – Final Reading If item previously considered, provide date and action by Commission: If item requires Publication Notice, provide date and periodical of publication; indicate if comments received from letters mailed to property owners: Advisory Review, if any (name of board/committee, date of action, recommendation): Recommendation for Commission Action: Four or more Commissioners present constitutes a Quorum; otherwise, no action may be taken. Attachments, if any (list and provide in Word or PDF, formatted as 8 ½ X 11”): One-page with pledges and mission statement. Responsibilities upon Approval: Conduct meeting per Ordinance 2011-05, according to Roberts Rule of Order and commencing at 5:30 p.m.
Standardized Agenda Request Form
Weslaco City Commission Regular Meeting
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ORDINANCE NO. 2013-01 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 320 AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF WESLACO TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF 705 S. TEXAS BLVD., ALSO BEING THE S 57.3-15, 10, & S 12-11, CANAL BLOCK 58 & 58A, WESLACO ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, WESLACO, HIDALGO COUNTY, TEXAS, FROM “R-1 SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT’ TO “B-1 NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT”. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WESLACO, TEXAS: SECTION I: To rezone from “R-1 Single Family Dwelling District” to “B-1 Neighborhood Business District,” the S 57.3-15, 10, & S 12-11, CANAL BLOCK 58 & 58A, WESLACO ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, also being 705 S. Texas Blvd., Weslaco, Hidalgo County, Texas. SECTION II: That this ordinance shall become effective upon its passage. PASSED AND APPROVED on first reading at a regular meeting of the City Commission this 3rd day of January, 2013. PASSED AND APPROVED on second reading at a regular meeting of the City Commission this ______________ day of ______________, 2013. CITY OF WESLACO Miguel D. Wise, MAYOR ATTEST: Elizabeth M. Walker, CITY SECRETARY APPROVED AS TO FORM: Ramon Vela, CITY ATTORNEY
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ORDINANCE NO. 2013-02 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 320 AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF WESLACO TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF 1629 CYPRESS DRIVE, ALSO BEING LOTS 1, 2, & 3, WESTGATE VILLAGE MOBILE HOME SUBDIVISION, WESLACO, HIDALGO COUNTY, TEXAS, FROM “R-1 SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT” TO “B-1 NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DISTRICT.” BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WESLACO, TEXAS: SECTION I: To rezone from “R-1 Single Family Dwelling District” to “B-1 Neighborhood Business District,” Lots 1, 2, & 3, Westgate Village Mobile Home Subdivision, also being 1629 Cypress Drive, Weslaco, Hidalgo County, Texas. SECTION II: That this ordinance shall become effective upon its passage. PASSED AND APPROVED on first reading at a regular meeting of the City Commission this 3rd day of January, 2013. PASSED AND APPROVED on second reading at a regular meeting of the City Commission this ______________ day of ______________, 2013. CITY OF WESLACO Miguel D. Wise, MAYOR ATTEST: Elizabeth M. Walker, CITY SECRETARY APPROVED AS TO FORM: Ramon Vela, CITY ATTORNEY
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ORDINANCE NO. 2013-03 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 320 AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF WESLACO TO CHANGE THE ZONING OF THE RE-PLAT OF AMENDED “V” SUBDIVISION, ALSO BEING A 3.556 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, AND ALSO BEING ALL OF LOT 1 AND LOT 2, AMENDED MAP OF “V” SUBDIVISION, WESLACO, HIDALGO COUNTY, TEXAS, FROM “R-1 SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT’ TO “B-2 SECONDARY AND HIGHWAY DISTRICT”. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WESLACO, TEXAS: SECTION I: To rezone from “R-1 Single Family Dwelling District” to “B-2 Secondary and Highway District,” the Re-plat of Amended “V” Subdivision, also being a 3.556 acre tract of land, and also being all of Lot 1 and Lot 2, Amended Map of “V” Subdivision, Weslaco, Hidalgo County, Texas. SECTION II: That this ordinance shall become effective upon its passage. PASSED AND APPROVED on first reading at a regular meeting of the City Commission this 3rd day of January, 2013. PASSED AND APPROVED on second reading at a regular meeting of the City Commission this ______________ day of ______________, 2013. CITY OF WESLACO Miguel D. Wise, MAYOR ATTEST: Elizabeth M. Walker, CITY SECRETARY APPROVED AS TO FORM: Ramon Vela, CITY ATTORNEY
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Date of Meeting: January 15,, 2013
Agenda Item No. (to be assigned by CSO):
From (name, title, department and who submitting on behalf of, if any): Bret Mann, Finance Director Subject: To amend Resolution 2012-40 adding Bret Mann Finance Director and removing Gloria Givilancz Asst. Finance Director Discussion: Approval of Resolution 2013-10 amending Resolution 2012-40 to remove Gloria Givilancz, Assistant Finance Director, and add Bret L. Mann, Finance Director, to the list of authorized municipal officials able to transact financial business with BBVA Compass Bank. . Additional Action Prompted: [ ] Mayor’s Signature [ ] Public Hearing [ ] Budget Amendment [X] Resolution [ ] Ordinance – First Reading [ ] Ordinance – Final Reading If item previously considered, provide date and action by Commission: If item requires Publication Notice, provide date and periodical of publication; indicate if comments received from letters mailed to property owners: Advisory Review, if any (name of board/committee, date of action, recommendation): Recommendation for Commission Action: Staff recommends approval. Attachments, if any (list and provide in Word or PDF, formatted as 8 ½ X 11”): Responsibilities upon Approval: Amended Resolution will be sent to First National Bank for continuing operation.
Standardized Agenda Request Form
Weslaco City Commission Regular Meeting
Page 5 January 15, 2013
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-10
STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF HIDALGO CITY OF WESLACO
§ § §
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR MIGUEL D. WISE, MEMBERS OF THE CITY COMMISSION, AND APPROPRIATE STAFF AS SIGNATORIES ON CERTAIN LEGAL FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS FOR THE CITY OF WESLACO
1. I, Elizabeth M. Walker, certify that I am the City Secretary of The City of Weslaco,
organized under the laws of Texas, Federal Employer ID Number 74-6002544, engaged in Municipal business under the name of the City of Weslaco, and that the following is a correct copy of the resolution adopted at a meeting of the City Commission duly and properly called and held on January 15, 2013. This resolution appears in the minutes of this meeting and has not been rescinded or modified.
2. Be it Resolved that,
(a) BBVA Compass Bank is designated as a depository for the funds of the City of Weslaco.
(b) This resolution shall continue to have effect until express written notice of its
rescission or modification has been received and recorded by this Financial Institution.
(c) All transactions, if any, with respect to any deposits, withdrawals, rediscounts and
borrowings by or on behalf of the City of Weslaco with this financial institution prior to the adoption of this resolution are hereby ratified, approved and confirmed.
(d) Any of the persons named below, so long as they act in a representative capacity as
agents of the City of Weslaco, are authorized to make any and all other contracts, agreements, stipulations and orders which they may deem advisable for the effective exercise of the powers indicated below, from time to time with this financial institution, concerning funds deposited in this financial institution, moneys borrowed from this financial institution or any other business transacted by and between the City of Weslaco and this financial institution subject to any restrictions stated below.
(e) Any and all prior resolutions adopted by the City Commission of the City of Weslaco
and certified to this Financial Institution as governing the operations of the City of Weslaco’s account(s), are in full force and effect, unless supplemented or modified by this authorization.
(f) The City of Weslaco agrees to the terms and conditions of any account agreement,
properly opened by any authorized representative(s) of the City of Weslaco, and authorizes the financial institution named above, at anytime, to charge the City of Weslaco for all checks, drafts, or other orders, for the payment of money, that are
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properly drawn on this financial institution, and contain the required number of signatures for this purpose.
3. The officials designated below are authorized to conduct business as indicated:
Name and Title Signature (A) Miguel D. Wise, Mayor
(B) John F. Cuellar, Mayor Pro-Tem
(C) David R. Fox, Commissioner
(D) Olga M. Noriega, Commissioner
(E) Gerardo Tafolla, Commissioner
(F) Lupe Rivera, Commissioner
(G) Joe A. Martinez, Commissioner
(H) Leonardo Olivares, City Manager
(I) Elizabeth M. Walker, City Secretary
(J) Bret Mann, Finance Director
Indicate A, B, C, D and/or E A – H (1) Exercise all of the powers listed (2) through (9) A – H, J (2) Open any deposit or checking account(s) in the name of the City of Weslaco A – H (3) Endorse checks and orders for the payment of money and withdraw funds
on deposit with this financial institution. Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 2. Number of authorized signatures required for payroll purpose 1. A – H (4) Open any certificate of deposit account and withdraw or transfer funds
from the certificate of deposit on deposit with this financial institution. Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 2. A – H, J (5) Transfer funds from operations account to the payroll account, investment
account or paying agent approved by City Commission by telefax or other electronic means. Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 1.
A – H (6) Borrow money on behalf and in the name of the City of Weslaco executes and delivers promissory notes or other evidences of indebtedness.
Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 2.
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A – H (7) Endorse, assign, transfer, mortgage or pledge bills receivable, warehouse
receipts, bills of lading, stocks, bonds, real estate or other property now owned or hereafter owned or acquired by the City of Weslaco as security for sums borrowed and to discount the same, unconditionally guarantee payment of all bills received, negotiated or discounted and to waive demand, presentment, protest, notice of protest and notice of non-payment.
Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 1. A – H, J (8) Enter into written lease for the purpose of renting and maintaining a Safe
Deposit Box in this financial institution. Number of authorized signatures required to gain access and to terminate the lease 1.
A – K, J (9) Authorized to make inquiries as to status, account balance pertaining to
the City of Weslaco. 4. I further certify that the City Commission of the City of Weslaco has, and at the time of
adoption of this resolution had, full power and lawful authority to adopt the foregoing resolutions and to confer the power granted to the persons named who have full power and lawful authority to exercise the same.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed the seal of this Corporation on January 15, 2013
CITY OF WESLACO
Miguel D. Wise, MAYOR
ATTEST: Elizabeth M. Walker, CITY SECRETARY APPROVED AS TO FORM: Ramon Vela, CITY ATTORNEY
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Date of Meeting: January 15,, 2013
Agenda Item No. (to be assigned by CSO):
From (name, title, department and who submitting on behalf of, if any): Bret Mann, Finance Director Subject: To amend Resolution 2012-41 adding Bret Mann Finance Director and removing Gloria Givilancz Asst. Finance Director Discussion: Approval of Resolution 2013-11 amending Resolution 2012-41 to remove Gloria Givilancz, Assistant Finance Director, and add Bret L. Mann, Finance Director, to the list of authorized municipal officials able to transact financial business with First National Bank. Additional Action Prompted: [ ] Mayor’s Signature [ ] Public Hearing [ ] Budget Amendment [X] Resolution [ ] Ordinance – First Reading [ ] Ordinance – Final Reading If item previously considered, provide date and action by Commission: If item requires Publication Notice, provide date and periodical of publication; indicate if comments received from letters mailed to property owners: Advisory Review, if any (name of board/committee, date of action, recommendation): Recommendation for Commission Action: Staff recommends approval. Attachments, if any (list and provide in Word or PDF, formatted as 8 ½ X 11”): Responsibilities upon Approval: Amended Resolution will be sent to First National Bank for continuing operation.
Standardized Agenda Request Form
Weslaco City Commission Regular Meeting
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RESOLUTION NO. 2013-11
STATE OF TEXAS COUNTY OF HIDALGO CITY OF WESLACO
§ § §
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MAYOR MIGUEL D. WISE, MEMBERS OF THE CITY COMMISSION, AND APPROPRIATE STAFF AS SIGNATORIES ON CERTAIN LEGAL FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS FOR THE CITY OF WESLACO
1. I, Elizabeth M. Walker, certify that I am the City Secretary of The City of Weslaco,
organized under the laws of Texas, Federal Employer ID Number 74-6002544, engaged in Municipal business under the name of the City of Weslaco, and that the following is a correct copy of the resolution adopted at a meeting of the City Commission duly and properly called and held on January 15, 2013. This resolution appears in the minutes of this meeting and has not been rescinded or modified.
2. Be it Resolved that,
(a) First National Bank is designated as a depository for the funds of the City of Weslaco.
(b) This resolution shall continue to have effect until express written notice of its rescission or modification has been received and recorded by this Financial Institution.
(c) All transactions, if any, with respect to any deposits, withdrawals, rediscounts and
borrowings by or on behalf of the City of Weslaco with this financial institution prior to the adoption of this resolution are hereby ratified, approved and confirmed.
(d) Any of the persons named below, so long as they act in a representative capacity as
agents of the City of Weslaco, are authorized to make any and all other contracts, agreements, stipulations and orders which they may deem advisable for the effective exercise of the powers indicated below, from time to time with this financial institution, concerning funds deposited in this financial institution, moneys borrowed from this financial institution or any other business transacted by and between the City of Weslaco and this financial institution subject to any restrictions stated below.
(e) Any and all prior resolutions adopted by the City Commission of the City of Weslaco
and certified to this Financial Institution as governing the operations of the City of Weslaco’s account(s), are in full force and effect, unless supplemented or modified by this authorization.
(f) The City of Weslaco agrees to the terms and conditions of any account agreement,
properly opened by any authorized representative(s) of the City of Weslaco, and authorizes the financial institution named above, at anytime, to charge the City of Weslaco for all checks, drafts, or other orders, for the payment of money, that are properly drawn on this financial institution, and contain the required number of
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signatures for this purpose.
3. The officials designated below are authorized to conduct business as indicated:
Name and Title Signature (A) Miguel D. Wise, Mayor
(B) John F. Cuellar, Mayor Pro-Tem
(C) David R. Fox, Commissioner
(D) Olga M. Noriega, Commissioner
(E) Gerardo Tafolla, Commissioner
(F) Lupe Rivera, Commissioner
(G) Joe A. Martinez, Commissioner
(H) Leonardo Olivares, City Manager
(I) Elizabeth M. Walker, City Secretary
(J) Bret Mann, Finance Director
Indicate A, B, C, D and/or E A – H (1) Exercise all of the powers listed (2) through (9) A – H, J (2) Open any deposit or checking account(s) in the name of the City of Weslaco A – H (3) Endorse checks and orders for the payment of money and withdraw funds
on deposit with this financial institution. Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 2. Number of authorized signatures required for payroll purpose 1. A – H (4) Open any certificate of deposit account and withdraw or transfer funds
from the certificate of deposit on deposit with this financial institution. Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 2. A – H, J (5) Transfer funds from operations account to the payroll account, investment
account or paying agent approved by City Commission by telefax or other electronic means. Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 1.
A – H (6) Borrow money on behalf and in the name of the City of Weslaco executes and delivers promissory notes or other evidences of indebtedness.
Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 2.
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A – H (7) Endorse, assign, transfer, mortgage or pledge bills receivable, warehouse receipts, bills of lading, stocks, bonds, real estate or other property now owned or hereafter owned or acquired by the City of Weslaco as security for sums borrowed and to discount the same, unconditionally guarantee payment of all bills received, negotiated or discounted and to waive demand, presentment, protest, notice of protest and notice of non-payment.
Number of authorized signatures required for this purpose 1. A – H, J (8) Enter into written lease for the purpose of renting and maintaining a Safe
Deposit Box in this financial institution. Number of authorized signatures required to gain access and to terminate the lease 1.
A – K, J (9) Authorized to make inquiries as to status, account balance pertaining to
the City of Weslaco. 4. I further certify that the City Commission of the City of Weslaco has, and at the time of
adoption of this resolution had, full power and lawful authority to adopt the foregoing resolutions and to confer the power granted to the persons named who have full power and lawful authority to exercise the same.
In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed the seal of this Corporation on January 15, 2013
CITY OF WESLACO
Miguel D. Wise, MAYOR
ATTEST: Elizabeth M. Walker, CITY SECRETARY APPROVED AS TO FORM: Ramon Vela, CITY ATTORNEY
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Date of Meeting: January 15, 2013
Agenda Item No. (to be assigned by CSO):
From (name, title, department and who submitting on behalf of, if any): Bret Mann, Finance Director. Subject: To approve resolution amending authorized representatives for TexPool Participant Services Discussion: Approval of Resolution 2013-12 to add Bret L. Mann, Finance Director, as the Primary Authorized Representative and remove Gloria Givilancz, Assistant Finance Director, as the Primary Authorized Representative for TexPool. Additional Action Prompted: [ ] Mayor’s Signature [ ] Public Hearing [ ] Budget Amendment [X] Resolution [ ] Ordinance – First Reading [ ] Ordinance – Final Reading If item previously considered, provide date and action by Commission: If item requires Publication Notice, provide date and periodical of publication; indicate if comments received from letters mailed to property owners: Advisory Review, if any (name of board/committee, date of action, recommendation): Recommendation for Commission Action: Staff recommends approval. Attachments, if any (list and provide in Word or PDF, formatted as 8 ½ X 11”): Responsibilities upon Approval: Amended Resolution will be sent to TexPool for continuing operation.
Standardized Agenda Request Form
Weslaco City Commission Regular Meeting
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RESOLUTION AMENDING AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-12
WHEREAS, City of Weslaco -77734 (“Participant”) is a local government of the State of Texas and is empowered to delegate to a public funds investment pool the authority to invest finds and to act as custodian of investments purchased with local investment finds; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Participant to invest local finds in investments that provide for the preservation and safety of principal, liquidity, and yield consistent with the Public Funds Investment Act; and
WHEREAS, the Texas Local Government Investment Pool (“TexPool/ Texpool Prime”), a public funds investment pool, were created on behalf of entities whose investment objective in order of priority are preservation and safety of principal, liquidity, and yield consistent with the Public Funds investment Act.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved as follows:
A. That the individuals, whose signatures appear in this Resolution, are Authorized Representatives of the Participant and are each hereby authorized to transmit funds for investment in TexPool / TexPool Prime and are each further authorized to withdraw funds from time to time, to issue letters of instruction, and to take all other actions deemed necessary or appropriate for the investment of local funds.
B. That an Authorized Representative of the Participant may be deleted by a written instrument
signed by all remaining Authorized Representatives provided that the deleted Authorized Representative (I) is assigned job duties that no longer require access to the Participant’s TexPool / TexPool Prime account or (2) is no longer employed by the Participant; and
C. That the Participant may by Amending Resolution signed by the Participant add an
Authorized Representative provided the additional Authorized Representative is an officer, employee, or agent of the Participant;
List the Authorized Representatives of the Participant. Any new individuals will be issued personal identification numbers to transact business with TexPool Participant Services. 1. Name: Leonardo Olivares Title: City Manager
Phone/Fax/Email: Phone: (956)968-3181, Fax: (956) 966-6672, Email: [email protected] Signature: ------------------------------- 2. Name: Bret Mann Title: Finance Director
Phone/Fax/Email: Phone: (956) 973-3157, Fax: (956) 968-6717, Email: [email protected] Signature: ------------------------------- ORIGINALS REQUIRED TEX - REP
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3. Name: Ramon Vela Title: City Attorney Phone/Fax/Email: Phone: (956) 968-3181, Email: [email protected]
Signature: ------------------------------- 4. Name: Title: Phone/Fax/Email: Signature: ------------------------------- List the name of the Authorized Representative listed above that will have primary responsibility for performing transactions and receiving confirmations and monthly statements under the Participation Agreement. Name Bret Mann______________________________________________________________ In addition and at the option of the Participant, one additional Authorized Representative can be designated to perform only inquiry of selected information. This limited representative cannot perform transactions. If the Participant desires to designate a representative with inquiry rights only, complete the following information. 5. Name: Tom Dimas Title: Fire Inspector III
Phone/Fax/Email: Phone: (956) 447-1990, Email: tdimas©weslacotx.gov
D. That this Resolution and its authorization shall continue in full force and effect until amended or revoked by the Participant, and until TexPool Participant Services receives a copy of any such amendment or revocation. This Resolution is hereby introduced and adopted by the Participant at its regular/special meeting held on the __15_day _____January______, 2013
NAME OF PARTICIPANT: _____________________________________________
BY: _____________________________________________________ Signature
_____________________________________________________
Printed Name _____________________________________________________ Title
ATTEST: _____________________________________________________ Signature
_____________________________________________________
Printed Name _____________________________________________________ Title
This document supersedes all prior Authorized Representative designations.
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Date of Meeting January 15, 2013
Agenda Item No. (to be assigned by CSO):
From (name, title, department and who submitting on behalf of, if any): Erasmo P. Lozano, Interim Parks Director Subject: Design for Boys & Girls Club Recreation Center Discussion: Discussion and reconsideration to approve the professional services agreement with AGA Associates from McAllen for an amount not to exceed 7% of construction cost of the Boys and Girls Recreation Center. Additional Action Prompted: [ ] Mayor’s Signature [ ] Public Hearing [ ] Budget Amendment [ ] Resolution [ ] Ordinance – First Reading [ ] Ordinance – Final Reading If item previously considered, provide date and action by Commission: n/a If item requires Publication Notice, provide date and periodical of publication; indicate if comments received from letters mailed to property owners: n/a Advisory Review, if any (name of board/committee, date of action, recommendation): N/a Recommendation for Commission Action: Staff recommends approval for the above mentioned. Attachments, Letter of request , event flier, Policy for waiving facility usage fee Responsibilities upon Approval: Upon approval, city secretary’s office will forward a copy to the Parks and Recreations Department.
Agenda Request Form
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INTERESTED YES/NO FIRST NAME LAST NAME 1ST CHOICE BUSINESS
yes Yvonne Ortegon Planning & Zoning 956-447-4823YES Sergio Lozano EDC 956-825-9757YES Ramon "Mone" Montalvo III EDC 956-968-5521 x 1YES Nicolas Carranza Planning & Zoning
Lina LawrenceYES Leticia Lopez EDC 956-565-6334YES Joe M. Hernandez Hospital Authority 956-357-2175YES Benita R Valadez Hospital Authority 956-447-1025
Luciano S "Chano" Garza III Library Advisory Board 956-756-7303
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HOME PHYSICAL ADDRESS CITY956-463-0945 1118 W 3rd St Weslaco956-969-3868 2309 Spicewood Dr Weslaco956-968-0173 6156 N Texas Weslaco956-792-4733 508 Delma St Weslaco
956-490-5559 1315 Clifton Weslaco956-388-2132 1307 Mango Court Weslaco956-778-7828 1002 Bella Vista Weslaco956-351-9547 3515 Pecan Grove Dr Weslaco
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RESOLUTION NO. 2013-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WESLACO APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF WESLACO
WHEREAS, the City of Weslaco has established the Economic Development Corporation pursuant to the Development Corporation Act of 1979 as amended; and WHEREAS, the term of one member on this board of this corporation is for three years; and WHEREAS, The Economic Development Corporation of Weslaco’s board members shall serve staggered terms without compensation and limited to two (2) consecutive three (3) year terms; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WESLACO, TEXAS THAT ___________________ is appointed to an unexpired term as a member of the Board of Directors of the Economic Development Corporation of Weslaco for Place 1 and the term will expire on September 30, 2013. PASSED AND APPROVED on this 15th day of January, 2013.
CITY OF WESLACO
_____________________________ Miguel D. Wise, MAYOR
ATTEST:
____________________________________ Elizabeth M. Walker, CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________________ Ramon Vela, CITY ATTORNEY
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RESOLUTION NO. 2013-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WESLACO APPOINTING ONE MEMBER TO THE WESLACO HEALTH FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION.
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Health Facilities Development Act, Article 1528j, Vernon’s Texas Civil Statues (the “Act”) the City Commission (The Governing Body) herby finds and determines that a health facilities development corporation be authorized and created, with such health facilities development corporation to be known as the “Weslaco Health Facilities Development Corporation”; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this board is to promote new, expanded or improved health facilities in order to assist the maintenance of the public health and the public welfare. WHEREAS, each member shall be appointed by the City Commission of the City of Weslaco; and the members of this board will hold office for a term of no more than six years; and WHEREAS, the Weslaco Health Facilities Development Corporation members shall serve without compensation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WESLACO, TEXAS THAT _________________________ is appointed to serve an expired term on the Weslaco Health Facilities Development Corporation and the term will expire on _____________, 20___. PASSED AND APPROVED on this 15th day of January, 2013.
CITY OF WESLACO ___________________________________
Miguel D. Wise, MAYOR
ATTEST: ___________________________________ Elizabeth M. Walker, CITY SECRETARY
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ___________________________________ Ramon Vela, CITY ATTORNEY
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Date of Meeting: January 15, 2013
Agenda Item No. (to be assigned by CSO):
From (name, title, department and who submitting on behalf of, if any): Bret Mann, Finance Director Subject: Agreement with Garcia and Pena, CPA for professional services for accounting support Discussion: Discussion and consideration to approve an agreement with Garcia and Pena, CPA for professional accounting services for the current fiscal year ending September 30, 2013 and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. Additional Action Prompted: [ ] Mayor’s Signature [ ] Public Hearing [ ] Budget Amendment [ ] Resolution [ ] Ordinance – First Reading [ ] Ordinance – Final Reading If item previously considered, provide date and action by Commission: N/A If item requires Publication Notice, provide date and periodical of publication; indicate if comments received from letters mailed to property owners: N/A Advisory Review, if any (name of board/committee, date of action, recommendation): N/A Recommendation for Commission Action: Staff recommends approval. Attachments, if any (list and provide in Word or PDF, formatted as 8 ½ X 11”): Responsibilities upon Approval:
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Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Recreation Grants Branch
Recreational Trails
Grant Application Form
Revised November 2012
(PWD 1067-P4000)
U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration
Deadline: February 1st
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Due February 1st
PROJECT NAME Weslaco City Park Recreational Trail
SPONSOR NAME City of Weslaco
CITY & COUNTY NAME Weslaco, Hidalgo 1. SPONSORING ENTITY
Contact Person: Erasmo P. Lozano (person TPWD may contact for further information)
Title: Public Facilities Director Interim
Mailing Address: 1912 Joe Stephens Dr.
City: Weslaco State: TX Zip Code: 78596
Email Address: [email protected]
Federal Tax Identification Code: 746002544 or 501 (C) (3) or (C) (4) exemption (please include tax number and printout - see page 6)
Area Code &Telephone No: ( 956 )973-3146 Fax No. 956-447-3298
Authorized Signature Date
To the best of my knowledge and belief, all documentation in this application is true and correct, the application has been duly authorized by the governing body of the applicant, and the applicant agrees to comply with all program rules and procedures if grant assistance is awarded. 2. INTENDED USES (Check One)
□ Motorized Use x Non-motorized Use □ Both
3. TYPES OF USE (Check All That Apply) x Bicycling x Mountain Bicycling x Hiking/Walking □ Equestrian x Jogging/Running □ Skating/Skateboarding □ Motorcycles □ Four-wheel Drive Vehicles □ All Terrain Vehicles
x Wheelchairs x Provisions for Disabilities □ Other ___________ 4. PROJECT LENGTH
New construction 6200 ft. (miles or feet)
Renovation of existing (miles or feet)
5. GRANT FUNDS REQUESTED $ 200,000.00
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6. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
Please provide a clear and concise description of the proposed project in the space below. Include a description of the trail length, width, surfacing, and configuration (loop, linear, network); trailhead and trailside amenities. Detail all work to be performed; any right-of-way or easements to be acquired; the relationship between project and any other work planned or existing; partnerships and/or community involvement; and educational/interpretive aspects of the project. (Limit to 1 page). The project, Weslaco City Park Recreational Trail is proposed to be an extension to the existing trail within the City Park. The trail will network with the City Park trail on the west side of the park bordering what used to be Paseo Del Norte Avenue and is now Dolores Huerta Avenue. The trail will be in a form of a continuous loop configuration with an approximate length of 6200 ft. with a width of 9 ft. The finished trail surface will be of asphalt payment with a divider painted line for pedestrian and bicyclist usage. The trail will also have fitness stations at appropriate intervals locations. The work to be performed will consist of preparing the grounds for landscaping as well as foundation elevations for the paved trail. Proper drainage of area and layout of fitness stations will be part of the work scope as well along with the transition of continuing the trail onto the existing city park trail. The proposed project is to be constructed on city property, 100 ft. wide by 3055 ft. long easement property owned by the City of Weslaco. The establishment of this trail will be the initiation of future trail extensions of a trail that can encompass a total of (2) two miles in length along city easement property.
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7. ITEMIZED BUDGET
Provide in the space below an itemized list of all activities to be undertaken and the cost of each activity. Provide as much detail as possible (consider materials - surfacing, lumber, stones, etc.; labor - volunteer or paid; service contracts; equipment/tool rental and/or value of in-house; land acquisition. Professional Services (e.g. design, engineering, or architectural services) costs are limited to 12% of the total grant construction estimate amount. Environmental Survey costs (e.g. natural and cultural resource site assessments) may be considered above the 12% professional services limit on a case-by-case basis. Sponsor's administrative costs cannot be included. Please call with questions or for clarification. Professional Services:
• Design • Engineering • Architectural • Environmental Services $20,000.00
Construction Cost:
• Grounds Development • Landscaping • Lighting • Grounds Finishing • Equipment $180,000.00
Property:
• City easement $120,000.00 Total Cost: $320,000.00
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8. PROJECT COSTS AND REQUESTED FUNDS
Total Itemized Project Costs (from item 7 on previous page) $_320,000.00_____ Federal Funds Requested (80% or less of above line) $ _200,000.00_____ Local Match Required (at least 20% of top line) $ _120,000.00_____
9. PROPOSED METHOD OF FINANCING SPONSOR'S SHARE
Please describe in the space below the source of funds, donations, or in-kind contributions that will make up the sponsor's match (at least 20%). You may include government appropriations; private donations of land, easement, cash, labor, materials, and equipment; or in-house labor, equipment, and materials. The Weslaco City Park recreational trail will be constructed on City property will a value of $120,000.00 with matches at 60% of Federal funds requested.
10. MAINTENANCE
In the space below, briefly describe the identified commitment to continued operation and maintenance of the project. Please indicate who will be responsible for which tasks and who will finance them. The City of Weslaco will be committed for the continual operation and maintenance of the project. The Public Facilities Department for the City of Weslaco will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the trail will the funding of the city maintenance budgeted account.
11. PROJECT USE AND BENEFITS
Provide in the space below a brief description of the benefits of the proposed project in terms of the project's quality, geographic scope, recreational needs that are to be met and expected amount of trail use or population to be served.
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12. TRAIL CORRIDOR INFORMATION
Describe below the ownership of the trail corridor. If the land is currently in public hands, identify the name of the public land. If the land is not in the sponsor's ownership, include a statement of permission to construct trail project from the landowner. If land, easement, or other property interest will be acquired, describe how this will be accomplished. If acquisition in fee, include a statement of why easement was not possible. The trail corridor is to be built on city own land.
13. PROJECT LOCATION A. City: Weslaco County: Hidalgo B. State Legislative District Numbers: (www.senate.state.tx.us Go to Senators/Who Represents
Me?). Type in the project site address to locate your Texas Senate District, Texas House Representative District and U.S. Congressional District number. Please print out the page from your computer that indicates the project location numbers and attach to this application. Do not leave these three district numbers blank. There can only be one district number for each of these categories listed below. Please fill in completely.
1. Texas Senate District No.
2. Texas House Representative District No.
3. Congressional District No.
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CHECKLIST FOR SUBMISSION
One original and 12 copies of the completed application package (please do not include the application instructions) must be postmarked by February 1st and must be submitted to:
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Recreational Trails Program 4200 Smith School Rd. Austin, Texas 78744
All applications should include the following supplemental documents:
1. Site map locating the trail for orientation purposes. The trail drawn on a park map or city map will do.
2. A U.S.G.S. topographic map (7.5 minute series) with the trail location drawn on map. We only need one of these, not 12 copies. An 8.5 x 11 inch copy of the portion of the map on which the project is located will suffice, but write the name of the quadrangle on the copy.
3. Photographs of the site
4. A legislative district printout (from the (www.senate.state.tx.us website) that corresponds to the sponsor location district number requested in 13.B of page 5 of this application.
If relevant to the specific project:
• Statement of (public or private) land owner's willingness to allow the trail project, if not on sponsor's land
• Statement of property owner's willingness to negotiate for a transfer, if property is proposed for acquisition
• Statement that new trail construction on federal land is consistent with federal agency's land management plan for the impacted area
Please limit the answers to application questions within the space provided and be concise. Do not submit application instructions, applications with binders, covers, or folders as they are removed for review.
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Date of Meeting: Jan. 15th, 2013 or next available meeting.
Agenda Item No. (to be assigned by CSO):
From : Arnoldo Becho, Library Director, Mayor Joe V. Sanchez Public Library Subject: The Mayor Joe V. Sánchez Public Library would like to gain authorization for: the submission of a grant application to the “Mobile Solutions” program from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, the acceptance of funds if awarded, the execution of all related documents, and the acceptance of additional funding if awarded during the grant year. Discussion: Discussion and consideration to authorize staff to submit an application to The Texas State Library and Archives Commission for a “Mobile Solutions” $10,000.00 grant with no local match required, authorize a budget amendment as appropriate upon award, and authorize the Mayor to execute any related documents. Additional Action Prompted: [ ] Mayor’s Signature [ ] Public Hearing [ ] Budget Amendment [ ] Resolution [ ] Ordinance – First Reading [ ] Ordinance – Final Reading If item previously considered, provide date and action by Commission: If item requires Publication Notice, provide date and periodical of publication; indicate if comments received from letters mailed to property owners: Advisory Review, if any (name of board/committee, date of action, recommendation): Recommendation for Commission Action: The Library recommends approval. Attachments, if any (list and provide in Word or PDF, formatted as 8 ½ X 11”): A background of the program is attached. Responsibilities upon Approval: If awarded the library will be required to work with the Texas State Library and 3rd Party Vendors to create and maintain a mobile website.
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CITY OF WESLACO PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
Weslaco, Texas
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Comprehensive Water, Wastewater and Solid Waste Rate Study
and Cost-of-Service Study SECTION I. INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE
The City of Weslaco invites interested parties to submit a statement of qualifications for the completion of comprehensive water, wastewater and solid waste collection rate study and water, wastewater and solid waste cost-of-service study. Weslaco will conduct a competitive, qualification- based selection process to identify the best-qualified consultant with which to negotiate a contract for the desired services.
The consultant retained for this project will provide the necessary evaluations and develop recommendations regarding the structure and level of rates, fees and charges necessary for Weslaco to assure adequate revenues are generated to finance all aspects of Weslaco’s existing and planned operations and services; including the capital improvements program, outstanding debt, and future debt; over a ten (10) year period.
It is Weslaco’s goal to have the rate study completed within 90 days following contract award. The following sections provide background information about Weslaco, the scope of the work to be performed, the information that is to be included in the written response, and the general terms and conditions that are applicable to this request.
SECTION II. ABOUT WESLACO
The City of Weslaco is located in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas with population of 35,670. The City provides water and wastewater service within the city limit and certain unincorporated areas of Hidalgo County within its water and wastewater CCN. Solid waste collection services for residential and commercial customers within the city limits are also provide by private contractor.
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SECTION III. PROPOSED SCOPE OF SERVICES
The financial consulting services shall include the following:
A. Water and Wastewater Rate Study with 10-year projection including capital improvement plan.
B. Development of a tier rate structure and emergency water conservation rates to be implemented once Stage Two City’s Emergency Drought Contingency and Water Conservation Plan is in effect.
C. Development of reclaimed water retail and bulk rates.
D. Cost of service analysis for water delivered and wastewater treated per 1,000 gallons. The analysis should include a breakdown by the following divisions:
a. Water Treatment
b. Water Distribution
c. Utility Billing
d. Fleet Maintenance
e. Welding Shop
f. City Warehouse
g. Water Meter
h. Wastewater Treatment
i. Wastewater Collection
j. Administrative Cost
E. Solid Waste Collection Rate Study with 10 year projection including capital improvement plan.
F. Development of a rate structure
G. Cost of Service analysis for Solid Waste Collection and Disposal per customer account. The analysis should include a breakdown by the following divisions:
a. Solid Waste Collection
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b. Transfer Station/Recycling
c. Landfill
d. Brush Collection
e. Administrative Cost
H. Excel based program that will allow Weslaco to make future modifications and projections as budgetary changes occur.
SECTION IV. PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Responses to this request must be received by 3:00 p.m. (CTL) on January 18, 2013. Consultants that desire to be considered for this project must submit five (5) copies of their responses to:
City of Weslaco Purchasing Department
Homer Rhodes, Purchasing
255 S. Kanas Ave
Weslaco, Texas 78596
Note: Responses should include the consultant’s current fee schedule.
SECTION V. PROPOSAL EVALUATION CRITERIA
All responses submitted for this RFQ will be evaluated on the following key criteria:
A. Qualifications of the proposing consultant to perform the services, based on the actual extent and breadth of the consultant’s prior experience in conducting similar rate studies.
B. Qualifications of the key personnel that have been proposed to actually undertake the project, taking into consideration the extent and breadth of their experience and expertise in conducting similar rate studies.
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C. Experience working with the Texas Local Government Code.
D. Details of the approach and methodology.
E. Proposed project schedule.
F. Proximity of consultant’s office to Weslaco.
G. Review of previous performance for Weslaco and/or other reference checks.
H. Management of the proposed work (subcontracts and joint ventures are discouraged).
SECTION VI. PROPOSAL REVIEW PROCESS
It is anticipated that the review and ranking of responses will generally follow steps similar to those listed below:
1. Response packages submitted no later than the time and date specified in this RFQ.
2. Response packages reviewed for completeness and responsiveness.
3. All “responsive” submittals will be distributed to members of an evaluation and selection committee for review.
4. The committee will rank the responses using the above-specified criteria and other relevant factors. The committee may decide to conduct follow-up interviews with the consultants that have been determined to have offered suitable proposals in response to this RFQ.
5. Consultants selected for a follow-up interview maybe invited to make a presentation of approximately 15 minutes with an additional 15 minute question and answer period with the committee.
6. Following the interviews, the short-list of consultants will be ranked, and the Committee will make a selection for recommendation to the Weslaco City Commission.
7. The selected consultant will be immediately notified of the decision and will participate in contract negotiations with the City of Weslaco. If no agreement can be reached, Weslaco retains the right to proceed to negotiate a contract with another consultant for the desired services.
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It is the intent of Weslaco to negotiate a contract immediately following final selection. However, Weslaco reserves the right to reject any and all responses or to waive any and all formalities and the right to disregard all nonconforming or conditional responses and to award the contract to other than the highest ranked consultant.
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SECTION VI. FOR QUESTIONS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Should you have additional questions, please direct them to:
Homer Rhodes
Purchasing
City of Weslaco
255 S. Kansas Ave. Weslaco, TX 78596
Telephone: 956-968-3181
Email: [email protected]
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Miguel D Wise, Mayor John F. Cuellar, Mayor Pro-Tem, District 2
David R. Fox, Commissioner, District 1 Olga Noriega, Commissioner, District 3
Gerardo “Jerry” Tafolla, Commissioner, District 4 Lupe V. Rivera, Commissioner, District 5
Joe A. Martinez, Commissioner, District 6
Leonardo Olivares, City Manager
City Manager’s Report 15 January 2013 Departmental Update • Police Department
o Thanks to the staff at Knapp Medical Center, Police Chief Michael Kelley escorted Santa and the elves to Knapp Medical Center on December 28 to distribute toys to the children waiting in the lobbies and to the patients on the pediatric floor.
o Chief Kelley along with Officer J. P. Rodriguez appeared on KRGV Inside the Valley to discuss holiday driving safety.
o The children at the North Side Apartments we given a special surprise on December 22, when Santa came to delivery candy bags along with the Weslaco Police Department and Fire Department.
• Public Utilities o Preconstruction meetings were held on January 7 for the Water Treatment Plant (WTP)
Expansion project for the construction of the offsite utilities and the elevated storage tanks. o The pumps and materials have been ordered for the Lift Station 36 Rehabilitation Project
and are expected to arrive the last week of January. Contractors for the project will begin to mobilize the week prior to the arrival of the pumps.
o The City has received a $1.4 million reimbursement from the SECO project. o The Department hosted the Citrus Association Meeting on January 8.
• City Secretary’s Office
o The Department has contracted Maverick Shredding for the annual destruction of all City records that have met the Texas State Library prescribed retention. This year more than 400 boxes will be destroyed.
• Library o The Urban County Program has selected Alcocer, Garcia & Associated Design Consulting
LLC as the architects to remodel the Library’s Public Bathrooms. A meeting has been held with the architects, and the Department is awaiting primarily designs.
• Information Technology o The Department has begun training and the testing of the new online utility bill pay program,
and the program should be available to the public by February.
• Upcoming Meetings & Events
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o Martin Luther King Day (Municipal Offices Closed, January 21)
• Media/Public Feedback o Knapp Medical Center sold, to remain nonprofit (The Monitor, January 2) o Knapp sale prompts mixed feelings among doctors, local leaders (The Monitor, January 3) o Kelley sworn in permanently as Weslaco’s top cop (The Monitor, January 3) o New Plotting System Developed for Weslaco Cemetery (KRGV Channel 5, January 4) o Horse Rescued from Canal (KRGV Channel 5, January 5) o Weslaco rebuilds administrative staff (The Monitor, January 6)
• Attachments
o City of Weslaco GIS Update (January 11)
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT to Weslaco City Commission
January 2013 1. CiL Logistics
CiL Logistics has purchased the two hundred fifty thousand square foot (250,000√) industrial warehouse located at 2300 Sugar Sweet. The facility will be used for Commodity Credit Corporation Certified Cotton Warehouse. It will store and ship cotton.
2. Payne Auto Group Construction on the Chevrolet and GMC dealerships is moving at a good pace. On a related note, the PAG has acquired the exclusive Fiat dealership for the Rio Grande Valley.
3. Bridgestone Distribution Center Construction on the sixteen thousand square foot (16,000√) distribution center has begun. The project developer is the KJS Group of Dallas. The contractor is Jones Construction. The investment is approximately Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00).
4. IDEA Campus Expansion Phase 2 of the IDEA Campus is underway. Twenty-eight (28) classrooms are being added as well as site improvements, including a new basketball pavilion, additional sidewalks and a larger parking lot. The completion date is July of this year.
5. New Restaurant / Pike and Texas A new restaurant is planned for the former Stripes location at Pike and Texas.
6. Sky IT / Façade Grant Sky IT is relocating from the facility on Missouri to a property the company owns on South Texas. A façade grant is assisting the project.
7. Christmas Parade The Christmas parade and Alfresco were a great success. Hundreds of volunteers were involved. The backbone of the parade is the City of Weslaco Public Works, Police, and Fire Departments.
8. Doña Tota and Carl’s Jr. Doña Tota and Carl’s Jr. are coming to Weslaco in the strip center in front of Home Depot. The opening is planned for February.
9. Alfresco
This month’s Alfresco will be Thursday, January 17, in the heart of the City – Jazz, Art and Merlot. Next month the Air Force Band of the West will be featured.
10. Sales Tax The trend continues to be positive. All indications point to a continued positive trend.
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