Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to add fifteen (15) new cell phone lines, including data service in accordance with the current approved AT&T FirstNet Plan to the Webb County Constable Pct. 4 department pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 272.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program DIR Agreement TELE-CTSA-002 at a monthly rate of $40.99, plus

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Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to add fifteen (15) new cell phone lines, including data service in accordance with the current approved AT&T FirstNet Plan to the Webb County Constable Pct. 4 department pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 272.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program DIR Agreement TELE-CTSA-002 at a monthly rate of $40.99, plus surcharges and other fees; and a one time fee for (15) chargers at $22.39 each, for a total cost of $335.85; and subject to annual budgetary appropriation; and authorize the County Judge sign all relevant documents; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #1001-3170-001-441010 (Telephone Cost)] Issue: Cellular is needed for Constable Precinct 4 to ensure daily communication with staff, other law enforcement agencies, and others as needed after hours and on weekends in order to respond to any emergency. Solution: Constable Precinct 4 will be able to respond to any calls on a daily basis. Result: Constable Precinct 4 will be able to respond to any calls on a daily basis.

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 4.2/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.