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CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of January 5, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Approve the reappointment of Sheriff Oscar Ugarte to the E911 Enhanced Communication District Board of Managers for the unexpired two-year term ending July 31, 2027. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
C. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amended Outside Counsel Agreements for (Cardenas and Friedman) in the matter styled Western Refining Company LLC (Marathon Oil Refinery), County Attorney case number: 0004-24-AA. Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Outside Counsel Agreement with Robles, Bracken and Hughes, PLLC (Chris M. Borunda) for the matters styled Octavio A. Dominguez v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1872, County Attorney case number 0064-25-LD, and Feliciano Castanon v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1894, County Attorney case number 0065-25-LD. Funds are available in GF-GADM-J&L-LEGAL FEES-SETTLEM. (10708-OP) Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
E. Approve the Professional Service Agreement on the litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025-LS; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
F. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
G. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to approve the Community Services Department’s submission of a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Texas Traffic Safety Program FY 2027 grant proposal in the amount of $263,807.45, including a required non-financial in-kind match, to fund two (2) grant funded term-limited positions contingent upon award to deliver countywide traffic safety education services. (2025-1078) Irene Gutierrez, Executive Director, Community Services, 915-273-3485
I. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with Western Refining Company, LLC for use of the company‘s electronic billboard to advertise and display the County of El Paso’s logo of the Veterans Capital of the U.S.A. from January 12, 2026, through December 31, 2026. (Contract No. 2025-1053) Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
J. (Postponed 01/05/26) Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign an amendment to extend the project timeline on the HOT Event Grant Award Agreement with Blue Bunny Film (Verus Studios) for the general promotion and tourist advertising of El Paso County via production of an independent short film and disseminating it outside the County service area from February 20, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in the amount of $45,000. Funding is available in SR-TOURPROM-ADVERTISING. (Contract No. 2025-1060) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
K. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Revby LLC, for Technical Assistance for Small Businesses at the Mission Trail for El Paso County, Texas from January 12, 2026, through September 30, 2026, in the amount of $208,000. Funds are available in SG-GUSSBA24-CONTRACTED SVS-GEN. (Contract No. 2026-0008) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
L. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Professional Services Agreement by and between El Paso County and Human Capital Consultants Consortium, LLC for Workplace Investigative Services for a three-year term beginning upon the date of signature, with 2 one-year options to renew. Funds are available in GF-HR-CONTR SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2025-1042) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
M. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Motorola Solutions Inc. for as-needed individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100K within a single purchase of APX8500 radios, hardware, installation, services, and accessories, for forty-eight (48) months. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100K will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Funding is available in various accounts (Contract No. 2025-0921). Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
N. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement between El Paso County and Granicus for agenda and meeting management software. Funding is available in GF-ITD-SOFTWARE-MAINT-SOFTWARE for the total amount of $143,751.76. (Contract No. 2025-0979) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
O. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Idemia Identity & Security USA, LLC for the sole-source as-needed purchases of Idemia systems of equipment, services and supplies for sixty (60) months. Funding is available in various accounts. (Contract No. 2025-0999) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
P. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign all required civil rights forms, certifications, assurances, resolutions, and related documents as required by the Texas Department of Agriculture for compliance with Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) funding requirements for the Vista Larga Wastewater Project, Grant Agreement No. CFC 25-0197. (Contract No. 2025-0840) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
Q. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Design and Construction of Certain Canutillo Roads and Sidewalks (Border Colonia Grant Funding) Reconstruction Project OffSystem with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (CRRMA) for engineering design and construction costs of two Canutillo roadways and administrative costs of the CRRMA in the amount of $1,033,678.09. Funds are available in SG-BCAP21-CAP OUTLAYS. Costs not actually incurred will be refunded or credited back to the County. No additional funds needed. (Contract No. 2025-1028) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
R. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Cevallia Avenue subdivision plat and associated documents to process and record the plat. The County, as owners of the property, will be dedicating approximately 1.268 acres of property as public right-of-way that will be maintained by the City of El Paso. (Contract No. 2025-1066) (Precinct 3) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
S. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on theattached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
T. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Lease Schedule and Managed Document Service Agreement with Spectrum Technologies for copier services for the Public Defender’s Office in the amount of $1,812.02 per month for 36 months. Funds are available in GFPUBLICDEFEND-RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1008) Kelli Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office, 915-273-3536
U. Approve and authorize the purchase of As-Needed Body Armor with Related Accessories, Equipment and Services for El Paso County, Texas using Sourcewell Contract 091924-URM awarded to U.S. Armor Corporation/Bazaar Uniforms of Santa Fe Springs, CA/ El Paso, TX. Pricing and discounts (40%) as identified through the cooperative contract. Approval is for individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100k. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100k will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Purchasing approved on December 16, 2025. Funding available in various accounts. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
V. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
W. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the SpectraCARE Quote, Service Agreement, and Addendum to Spectrum Technologies Terms and Conditions of Sale with Spectrum Technologies for a Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C5850i for a 60-month term at $322.55 per month for a total of $19,353. Funds are available in GHDTAINT25 RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1015) Marco Spalloni, ISC Manager, EPCSO West Texas HIDTA, 915-444-0930
X. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Ninth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of El Paso and the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso for Inmate Healthcare and Mental Healthcare Services amending the term of the agreement through May 4, 2027. (Contract No. 2025-1086) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
Y. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Public Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $82,356.70. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1080) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
Z. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Employee Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1081) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AA. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (County Fleet) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1082)
Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AB. GRANT AMENDMENT – Approve and authorize the Executive Director of Transit Operations to sign Amendment 2 to the Public Transportation Master Grant Agreement between the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and El Paso County to incorporate updated federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program requirements; this action is administrative in nature, does not change funding levels, and ensures continued grant compliance and eligibility. (Contract No. 2025-1058)
John Andoh, Executive Director, Transit Operations, 915-273-3838
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of January 5, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Approve the reappointment of Sheriff Oscar Ugarte to the E911 Enhanced Communication District Board of Managers for the unexpired two-year term ending July 31, 2027. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
C. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amended Outside Counsel Agreements for (Cardenas and Friedman) in the matter styled Western Refining Company LLC (Marathon Oil Refinery), County Attorney case number: 0004-24-AA. Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Outside Counsel Agreement with Robles, Bracken and Hughes, PLLC (Chris M. Borunda) for the matters styled Octavio A. Dominguez v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1872, County Attorney case number 0064-25-LD, and Feliciano Castanon v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1894, County Attorney case number 0065-25-LD. Funds are available in GF-GADM-J&L-LEGAL FEES-SETTLEM. (10708-OP) Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
E. Approve the Professional Service Agreement on the litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025-LS; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
F. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
G. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to approve the Community Services Department’s submission of a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Texas Traffic Safety Program FY 2027 grant proposal in the amount of $263,807.45, including a required non-financial in-kind match, to fund two (2) grant funded term-limited positions contingent upon award to deliver countywide traffic safety education services. (2025-1078) Irene Gutierrez, Executive Director, Community Services, 915-273-3485
I. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with Western Refining Company, LLC for use of the company‘s electronic billboard to advertise and display the County of El Paso’s logo of the Veterans Capital of the U.S.A. from January 12, 2026, through December 31, 2026. (Contract No. 2025-1053) Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
J. (Postponed 01/05/26) Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign an amendment to extend the project timeline on the HOT Event Grant Award Agreement with Blue Bunny Film (Verus Studios) for the general promotion and tourist advertising of El Paso County via production of an independent short film and disseminating it outside the County service area from February 20, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in the amount of $45,000. Funding is available in SR-TOURPROM-ADVERTISING. (Contract No. 2025-1060) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
K. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Revby LLC, for Technical Assistance for Small Businesses at the Mission Trail for El Paso County, Texas from January 12, 2026, through September 30, 2026, in the amount of $208,000. Funds are available in SG-GUSSBA24-CONTRACTED SVS-GEN. (Contract No. 2026-0008) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
L. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Professional Services Agreement by and between El Paso County and Human Capital Consultants Consortium, LLC for Workplace Investigative Services for a three-year term beginning upon the date of signature, with 2 one-year options to renew. Funds are available in GF-HR-CONTR SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2025-1042) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
M. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Motorola Solutions Inc. for as-needed individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100K within a single purchase of APX8500 radios, hardware, installation, services, and accessories, for forty-eight (48) months. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100K will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Funding is available in various accounts (Contract No. 2025-0921). Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
N. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement between El Paso County and Granicus for agenda and meeting management software. Funding is available in GF-ITD-SOFTWARE-MAINT-SOFTWARE for the total amount of $143,751.76. (Contract No. 2025-0979) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
O. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Idemia Identity & Security USA, LLC for the sole-source as-needed purchases of Idemia systems of equipment, services and supplies for sixty (60) months. Funding is available in various accounts. (Contract No. 2025-0999) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
P. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign all required civil rights forms, certifications, assurances, resolutions, and related documents as required by the Texas Department of Agriculture for compliance with Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) funding requirements for the Vista Larga Wastewater Project, Grant Agreement No. CFC 25-0197. (Contract No. 2025-0840) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
Q. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Design and Construction of Certain Canutillo Roads and Sidewalks (Border Colonia Grant Funding) Reconstruction Project OffSystem with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (CRRMA) for engineering design and construction costs of two Canutillo roadways and administrative costs of the CRRMA in the amount of $1,033,678.09. Funds are available in SG-BCAP21-CAP OUTLAYS. Costs not actually incurred will be refunded or credited back to the County. No additional funds needed. (Contract No. 2025-1028) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
R. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Cevallia Avenue subdivision plat and associated documents to process and record the plat. The County, as owners of the property, will be dedicating approximately 1.268 acres of property as public right-of-way that will be maintained by the City of El Paso. (Contract No. 2025-1066) (Precinct 3) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
S. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on theattached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
T. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Lease Schedule and Managed Document Service Agreement with Spectrum Technologies for copier services for the Public Defender’s Office in the amount of $1,812.02 per month for 36 months. Funds are available in GFPUBLICDEFEND-RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1008) Kelli Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office, 915-273-3536
U. Approve and authorize the purchase of As-Needed Body Armor with Related Accessories, Equipment and Services for El Paso County, Texas using Sourcewell Contract 091924-URM awarded to U.S. Armor Corporation/Bazaar Uniforms of Santa Fe Springs, CA/ El Paso, TX. Pricing and discounts (40%) as identified through the cooperative contract. Approval is for individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100k. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100k will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Purchasing approved on December 16, 2025. Funding available in various accounts. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
V. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
W. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the SpectraCARE Quote, Service Agreement, and Addendum to Spectrum Technologies Terms and Conditions of Sale with Spectrum Technologies for a Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C5850i for a 60-month term at $322.55 per month for a total of $19,353. Funds are available in GHDTAINT25 RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1015) Marco Spalloni, ISC Manager, EPCSO West Texas HIDTA, 915-444-0930
X. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Ninth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of El Paso and the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso for Inmate Healthcare and Mental Healthcare Services amending the term of the agreement through May 4, 2027. (Contract No. 2025-1086) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
Y. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Public Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $82,356.70. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1080) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
Z. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Employee Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1081) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AA. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (County Fleet) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1082)
Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AB. GRANT AMENDMENT – Approve and authorize the Executive Director of Transit Operations to sign Amendment 2 to the Public Transportation Master Grant Agreement between the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and El Paso County to incorporate updated federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program requirements; this action is administrative in nature, does not change funding levels, and ensures continued grant compliance and eligibility. (Contract No. 2025-1058)
John Andoh, Executive Director, Transit Operations, 915-273-3838
RESOLUTIONS
PRESENTATION
REGULAR AGENDA
BOARD APPOINTMENTS
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding appointments of members of Commissioners Court, or designees, to various boards and committees. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding appointments of members of Commissioners Court, or designees, to various boards and committees. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
COMMISSIONERS COURT
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
PURCHASING
A. Approve and authorize the purchase of Fire Alarm Upgrade for the El Paso County, TX Jail Annex using Region 19 contract 24-7488 awarded to Sound and Signal Systems of Texas of El Paso, TX for a total cost of $1,795,792.71. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding available in CP-TAXNOT23A-JAILAN-FIREALARM. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
B. Approve and authorize the purchase of Webex Calling for El Paso County, Texas Information Technology Department (12601460) using DIR-CPO-5347 awarded to Cisco Systems, Inc./Computacenter United States Inc. of El Paso, Texas for a grand total of $1,216,755.00. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding is available in GF-ITD-INFRASTRUCT-MAINT-SFTWR. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
A. Approve and authorize the purchase of Fire Alarm Upgrade for the El Paso County, TX Jail Annex using Region 19 contract 24-7488 awarded to Sound and Signal Systems of Texas of El Paso, TX for a total cost of $1,795,792.71. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding available in CP-TAXNOT23A-JAILAN-FIREALARM. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
B. Approve and authorize the purchase of Webex Calling for El Paso County, Texas Information Technology Department (12601460) using DIR-CPO-5347 awarded to Cisco Systems, Inc./Computacenter United States Inc. of El Paso, Texas for a grand total of $1,216,755.00. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding is available in GF-ITD-INFRASTRUCT-MAINT-SFTWR. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
AUDITOR
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
HUMAN RESOURCES
PUBLIC WORKS
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the County’s feedback on the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (“MPO”) upcoming Transportation Policy Board Meeting items as posted on the MPO website and generally scheduled the third Friday of each month, https://www.elpasompo.org/TPBMinutesandAgendas. Ana Schumacher, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the County’s feedback on the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (“MPO”) upcoming Transportation Policy Board Meeting items as posted on the MPO website and generally scheduled the third Friday of each month, https://www.elpasompo.org/TPBMinutesandAgendas. Ana Schumacher, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
EXECUTIVE SESSION Only the members of the Commissioners Court have a right to attend an executive session, except that legal counsel must be present if the executive session is held pursuant to Government Code section 551.071. In addition to legal counsel, Commissioners Court may include in executive session certain officers and employees if it finds that (1) their participation is necessary to the matter under consideration; (2) their interests are not adverse to the county, and (3) their presence will not waive the attorney client privilege. Generally, the Chief Administrator and County Clerk's representatives attend the closed session items based on the enumerated criteria, and certain other persons may attend based on the above-listed criteria or as otherwise provided by law.
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, discuss legal rights and responsibilities pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
C. Discuss litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072, discuss and deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located in 17 Upper Valley Survey El Paso County Texas. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
E. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc. and the County regarding an Energy Savings and Construction Services Contract. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, discuss legal rights and responsibilities pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
C. Discuss litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072, discuss and deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located in 17 Upper Valley Survey El Paso County Texas. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
E. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc. and the County regarding an Energy Savings and Construction Services Contract. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
REGULAR SESSION
A. Discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
A. Discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
Jan 12, 2026 Commissioners Court Regular - Business
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of January 5, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Approve the reappointment of Sheriff Oscar Ugarte to the E911 Enhanced Communication District Board of Managers for the unexpired two-year term ending July 31, 2027. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
C. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amended Outside Counsel Agreements for (Cardenas and Friedman) in the matter styled Western Refining Company LLC (Marathon Oil Refinery), County Attorney case number: 0004-24-AA. Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Outside Counsel Agreement with Robles, Bracken and Hughes, PLLC (Chris M. Borunda) for the matters styled Octavio A. Dominguez v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1872, County Attorney case number 0064-25-LD, and Feliciano Castanon v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1894, County Attorney case number 0065-25-LD. Funds are available in GF-GADM-J&L-LEGAL FEES-SETTLEM. (10708-OP) Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
E. Approve the Professional Service Agreement on the litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025-LS; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
F. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
G. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to approve the Community Services Department’s submission of a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Texas Traffic Safety Program FY 2027 grant proposal in the amount of $263,807.45, including a required non-financial in-kind match, to fund two (2) grant funded term-limited positions contingent upon award to deliver countywide traffic safety education services. (2025-1078) Irene Gutierrez, Executive Director, Community Services, 915-273-3485
I. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with Western Refining Company, LLC for use of the company‘s electronic billboard to advertise and display the County of El Paso’s logo of the Veterans Capital of the U.S.A. from January 12, 2026, through December 31, 2026. (Contract No. 2025-1053) Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
J. (Postponed 01/05/26) Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign an amendment to extend the project timeline on the HOT Event Grant Award Agreement with Blue Bunny Film (Verus Studios) for the general promotion and tourist advertising of El Paso County via production of an independent short film and disseminating it outside the County service area from February 20, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in the amount of $45,000. Funding is available in SR-TOURPROM-ADVERTISING. (Contract No. 2025-1060) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
K. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Revby LLC, for Technical Assistance for Small Businesses at the Mission Trail for El Paso County, Texas from January 12, 2026, through September 30, 2026, in the amount of $208,000. Funds are available in SG-GUSSBA24-CONTRACTED SVS-GEN. (Contract No. 2026-0008) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
L. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Professional Services Agreement by and between El Paso County and Human Capital Consultants Consortium, LLC for Workplace Investigative Services for a three-year term beginning upon the date of signature, with 2 one-year options to renew. Funds are available in GF-HR-CONTR SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2025-1042) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
M. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Motorola Solutions Inc. for as-needed individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100K within a single purchase of APX8500 radios, hardware, installation, services, and accessories, for forty-eight (48) months. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100K will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Funding is available in various accounts (Contract No. 2025-0921). Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
N. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement between El Paso County and Granicus for agenda and meeting management software. Funding is available in GF-ITD-SOFTWARE-MAINT-SOFTWARE for the total amount of $143,751.76. (Contract No. 2025-0979) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
O. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Idemia Identity & Security USA, LLC for the sole-source as-needed purchases of Idemia systems of equipment, services and supplies for sixty (60) months. Funding is available in various accounts. (Contract No. 2025-0999) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
P. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign all required civil rights forms, certifications, assurances, resolutions, and related documents as required by the Texas Department of Agriculture for compliance with Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) funding requirements for the Vista Larga Wastewater Project, Grant Agreement No. CFC 25-0197. (Contract No. 2025-0840) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
Q. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Design and Construction of Certain Canutillo Roads and Sidewalks (Border Colonia Grant Funding) Reconstruction Project OffSystem with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (CRRMA) for engineering design and construction costs of two Canutillo roadways and administrative costs of the CRRMA in the amount of $1,033,678.09. Funds are available in SG-BCAP21-CAP OUTLAYS. Costs not actually incurred will be refunded or credited back to the County. No additional funds needed. (Contract No. 2025-1028) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
R. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Cevallia Avenue subdivision plat and associated documents to process and record the plat. The County, as owners of the property, will be dedicating approximately 1.268 acres of property as public right-of-way that will be maintained by the City of El Paso. (Contract No. 2025-1066) (Precinct 3) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
S. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on theattached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
T. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Lease Schedule and Managed Document Service Agreement with Spectrum Technologies for copier services for the Public Defender’s Office in the amount of $1,812.02 per month for 36 months. Funds are available in GFPUBLICDEFEND-RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1008) Kelli Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office, 915-273-3536
U. Approve and authorize the purchase of As-Needed Body Armor with Related Accessories, Equipment and Services for El Paso County, Texas using Sourcewell Contract 091924-URM awarded to U.S. Armor Corporation/Bazaar Uniforms of Santa Fe Springs, CA/ El Paso, TX. Pricing and discounts (40%) as identified through the cooperative contract. Approval is for individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100k. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100k will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Purchasing approved on December 16, 2025. Funding available in various accounts. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
V. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
W. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the SpectraCARE Quote, Service Agreement, and Addendum to Spectrum Technologies Terms and Conditions of Sale with Spectrum Technologies for a Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C5850i for a 60-month term at $322.55 per month for a total of $19,353. Funds are available in GHDTAINT25 RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1015) Marco Spalloni, ISC Manager, EPCSO West Texas HIDTA, 915-444-0930
X. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Ninth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of El Paso and the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso for Inmate Healthcare and Mental Healthcare Services amending the term of the agreement through May 4, 2027. (Contract No. 2025-1086) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
Y. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Public Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $82,356.70. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1080) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
Z. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Employee Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1081) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AA. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (County Fleet) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1082)
Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AB. GRANT AMENDMENT – Approve and authorize the Executive Director of Transit Operations to sign Amendment 2 to the Public Transportation Master Grant Agreement between the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and El Paso County to incorporate updated federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program requirements; this action is administrative in nature, does not change funding levels, and ensures continued grant compliance and eligibility. (Contract No. 2025-1058)
John Andoh, Executive Director, Transit Operations, 915-273-3838
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting of January 5, 2026. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Approve the reappointment of Sheriff Oscar Ugarte to the E911 Enhanced Communication District Board of Managers for the unexpired two-year term ending July 31, 2027. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
C. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Amended Outside Counsel Agreements for (Cardenas and Friedman) in the matter styled Western Refining Company LLC (Marathon Oil Refinery), County Attorney case number: 0004-24-AA. Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Outside Counsel Agreement with Robles, Bracken and Hughes, PLLC (Chris M. Borunda) for the matters styled Octavio A. Dominguez v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1872, County Attorney case number 0064-25-LD, and Feliciano Castanon v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 2025DCV1894, County Attorney case number 0065-25-LD. Funds are available in GF-GADM-J&L-LEGAL FEES-SETTLEM. (10708-OP) Jed Untereker, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
E. Approve the Professional Service Agreement on the litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025-LS; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
F. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 115.021, audit and settle all accounts against the County shown on the attached listing and direct the payment of those accounts. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
G. Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code, Section 114.024, receive a tabular report of the County’s receipts and disbursements of funds, and the accounts of the County. Barbara Parker, County Auditor, County Auditor's Office, 915-273-3262
H. Approve and authorize the County Judge to approve the Community Services Department’s submission of a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Texas Traffic Safety Program FY 2027 grant proposal in the amount of $263,807.45, including a required non-financial in-kind match, to fund two (2) grant funded term-limited positions contingent upon award to deliver countywide traffic safety education services. (2025-1078) Irene Gutierrez, Executive Director, Community Services, 915-273-3485
I. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Memorandum of Understanding with Western Refining Company, LLC for use of the company‘s electronic billboard to advertise and display the County of El Paso’s logo of the Veterans Capital of the U.S.A. from January 12, 2026, through December 31, 2026. (Contract No. 2025-1053) Ricardo A. Samaniego, County Judge, County Judge's Office, 915-273-3591
J. (Postponed 01/05/26) Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign an amendment to extend the project timeline on the HOT Event Grant Award Agreement with Blue Bunny Film (Verus Studios) for the general promotion and tourist advertising of El Paso County via production of an independent short film and disseminating it outside the County service area from February 20, 2025, through June 30, 2026, in the amount of $45,000. Funding is available in SR-TOURPROM-ADVERTISING. (Contract No. 2025-1060) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
K. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Revby LLC, for Technical Assistance for Small Businesses at the Mission Trail for El Paso County, Texas from January 12, 2026, through September 30, 2026, in the amount of $208,000. Funds are available in SG-GUSSBA24-CONTRACTED SVS-GEN. (Contract No. 2026-0008) Roberto Ransom, Director, Economic Development Department, 915-273-3583
L. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Professional Services Agreement by and between El Paso County and Human Capital Consultants Consortium, LLC for Workplace Investigative Services for a three-year term beginning upon the date of signature, with 2 one-year options to renew. Funds are available in GF-HR-CONTR SVC-GEN. (Contract No. 2025-1042) Sam Trujillo, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer, Human Resources Department, 915-273-3520
M. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Motorola Solutions Inc. for as-needed individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100K within a single purchase of APX8500 radios, hardware, installation, services, and accessories, for forty-eight (48) months. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100K will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Funding is available in various accounts (Contract No. 2025-0921). Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
N. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the agreement between El Paso County and Granicus for agenda and meeting management software. Funding is available in GF-ITD-SOFTWARE-MAINT-SOFTWARE for the total amount of $143,751.76. (Contract No. 2025-0979) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
O. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Services Agreement between the County of El Paso and Idemia Identity & Security USA, LLC for the sole-source as-needed purchases of Idemia systems of equipment, services and supplies for sixty (60) months. Funding is available in various accounts. (Contract No. 2025-0999) Art Nevarez, Director, Information Technology Department, 915-273-3301
P. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign all required civil rights forms, certifications, assurances, resolutions, and related documents as required by the Texas Department of Agriculture for compliance with Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) funding requirements for the Vista Larga Wastewater Project, Grant Agreement No. CFC 25-0197. (Contract No. 2025-0840) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
Q. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Second Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement for Design and Construction of Certain Canutillo Roads and Sidewalks (Border Colonia Grant Funding) Reconstruction Project OffSystem with the Camino Real Regional Mobility Authority (CRRMA) for engineering design and construction costs of two Canutillo roadways and administrative costs of the CRRMA in the amount of $1,033,678.09. Funds are available in SG-BCAP21-CAP OUTLAYS. Costs not actually incurred will be refunded or credited back to the County. No additional funds needed. (Contract No. 2025-1028) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
R. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Cevallia Avenue subdivision plat and associated documents to process and record the plat. The County, as owners of the property, will be dedicating approximately 1.268 acres of property as public right-of-way that will be maintained by the City of El Paso. (Contract No. 2025-1066) (Precinct 3) Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
S. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Sections 232.028 and 232.029, approve and authorize the issuance of certification regarding compliance with applicable plat requirements as provided on theattached listing. Michael McElroy, Director, Planning and Development, 915-273-3330
T. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Master Lease Schedule and Managed Document Service Agreement with Spectrum Technologies for copier services for the Public Defender’s Office in the amount of $1,812.02 per month for 36 months. Funds are available in GFPUBLICDEFEND-RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1008) Kelli Childress, Chief Public Defender, Public Defender's Office, 915-273-3536
U. Approve and authorize the purchase of As-Needed Body Armor with Related Accessories, Equipment and Services for El Paso County, Texas using Sourcewell Contract 091924-URM awarded to U.S. Armor Corporation/Bazaar Uniforms of Santa Fe Springs, CA/ El Paso, TX. Pricing and discounts (40%) as identified through the cooperative contract. Approval is for individual purchase(s) not exceeding $100k. Any purchase(s) that exceed $100k will be presented to Commissioners Court on an individual basis. Purchasing approved on December 16, 2025. Funding available in various accounts. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
V. Approve and authorize the transfer and removal of surplus assets from the respective departments to the Purchasing Department in compliance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.011(j). See attachment. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
W. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the SpectraCARE Quote, Service Agreement, and Addendum to Spectrum Technologies Terms and Conditions of Sale with Spectrum Technologies for a Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C5850i for a 60-month term at $322.55 per month for a total of $19,353. Funds are available in GHDTAINT25 RENT/LEASES. (Contract No. 2025-1015) Marco Spalloni, ISC Manager, EPCSO West Texas HIDTA, 915-444-0930
X. Approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the Ninth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of El Paso and the El Paso County Hospital District d/b/a University Medical Center of El Paso for Inmate Healthcare and Mental Healthcare Services amending the term of the agreement through May 4, 2027. (Contract No. 2025-1086) Oscar Ugarte, Sheriff, EPCSO, 915-273-3800
Y. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Public Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $82,356.70. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1080) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
Z. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (Employee Garage) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1081) Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AA. GRANT APPLICATION - Approve and authorize the Public Works Department, Facilities Division, to apply for the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Alternative Fueling Facilities Program (County Fleet) FY 2026 in the amount of $84,722.64. The grant period starts from the date the award is executed, with a duration of three years. No County match is required. Further approve and authorize the County Judge to sign the accompanying documents. (Contract No. 2025-1082)
Robin Sully, Director, Facilities Management, 915-273-3719
AB. GRANT AMENDMENT – Approve and authorize the Executive Director of Transit Operations to sign Amendment 2 to the Public Transportation Master Grant Agreement between the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and El Paso County to incorporate updated federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program requirements; this action is administrative in nature, does not change funding levels, and ensures continued grant compliance and eligibility. (Contract No. 2025-1058)
John Andoh, Executive Director, Transit Operations, 915-273-3838
RESOLUTIONS
PRESENTATION
REGULAR AGENDA
BOARD APPOINTMENTS
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding appointments of members of Commissioners Court, or designees, to various boards and committees. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding appointments of members of Commissioners Court, or designees, to various boards and committees. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
COMMISSIONERS COURT
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
PURCHASING
A. Approve and authorize the purchase of Fire Alarm Upgrade for the El Paso County, TX Jail Annex using Region 19 contract 24-7488 awarded to Sound and Signal Systems of Texas of El Paso, TX for a total cost of $1,795,792.71. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding available in CP-TAXNOT23A-JAILAN-FIREALARM. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
B. Approve and authorize the purchase of Webex Calling for El Paso County, Texas Information Technology Department (12601460) using DIR-CPO-5347 awarded to Cisco Systems, Inc./Computacenter United States Inc. of El Paso, Texas for a grand total of $1,216,755.00. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding is available in GF-ITD-INFRASTRUCT-MAINT-SFTWR. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
A. Approve and authorize the purchase of Fire Alarm Upgrade for the El Paso County, TX Jail Annex using Region 19 contract 24-7488 awarded to Sound and Signal Systems of Texas of El Paso, TX for a total cost of $1,795,792.71. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding available in CP-TAXNOT23A-JAILAN-FIREALARM. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
B. Approve and authorize the purchase of Webex Calling for El Paso County, Texas Information Technology Department (12601460) using DIR-CPO-5347 awarded to Cisco Systems, Inc./Computacenter United States Inc. of El Paso, Texas for a grand total of $1,216,755.00. Purchasing approved on December 14, 2025. Funding is available in GF-ITD-INFRASTRUCT-MAINT-SFTWR. Karen Davidson, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Department, 915-273-3349
AUDITOR
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
HUMAN RESOURCES
PUBLIC WORKS
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the County’s feedback on the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (“MPO”) upcoming Transportation Policy Board Meeting items as posted on the MPO website and generally scheduled the third Friday of each month, https://www.elpasompo.org/TPBMinutesandAgendas. Ana Schumacher, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
A. Discuss and take appropriate action regarding the County’s feedback on the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (“MPO”) upcoming Transportation Policy Board Meeting items as posted on the MPO website and generally scheduled the third Friday of each month, https://www.elpasompo.org/TPBMinutesandAgendas. Ana Schumacher, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
EXECUTIVE SESSION Only the members of the Commissioners Court have a right to attend an executive session, except that legal counsel must be present if the executive session is held pursuant to Government Code section 551.071. In addition to legal counsel, Commissioners Court may include in executive session certain officers and employees if it finds that (1) their participation is necessary to the matter under consideration; (2) their interests are not adverse to the county, and (3) their presence will not waive the attorney client privilege. Generally, the Chief Administrator and County Clerk's representatives attend the closed session items based on the enumerated criteria, and certain other persons may attend based on the above-listed criteria or as otherwise provided by law.
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, discuss legal rights and responsibilities pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
C. Discuss litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072, discuss and deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located in 17 Upper Valley Survey El Paso County Texas. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
E. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc. and the County regarding an Energy Savings and Construction Services Contract. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
A. Discuss findings regarding persons necessary in Executive Session. Betsy C. Keller, Chief Administrator, County Administration, 915-273-3600
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, discuss legal rights and responsibilities pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
C. Discuss litigation styled Ridgeway v. El Paso County, Texas, Cause No. 3:25-CV-00025; County Attorney case number: 0019-25-LD, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071. Ian Kaplan, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, 915-273-3247
D. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.072, discuss and deliberate the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property located in 17 Upper Valley Survey El Paso County Texas. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
E. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.0725, discuss contract negotiations between Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc. and the County regarding an Energy Savings and Construction Services Contract. Norma Rivera-Palacios, Deputy County Administrator, Public Works Department, 915-273-3330
REGULAR SESSION
A. Discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
A. Discuss and take appropriate action pertaining to Emergency Services District 2 service delivery. Evette Ugues Rodriguez, Assistant County Attorney, County Attorney's Office, (915) 273-3238
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