Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination and Advisory Cmt Mtg 062426

The City of Laredo's Rio Grande Riverfront Coordination and Advisory Committee met on June 24, 2026, to discuss procedural issues related to committee quorum and the presentation of committee statements to the city council. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the upcoming procurement of a consultant to conduct a comprehensive flood risk and hydrology study of the Rio Grande river corridor, including evaluation of existing infrastructure and potential impacts from federal border wall construction. The committee reviewed a draft scope of work for the solicitation, emphasizing the importance of the study for future negotiations with federal agencies and emergency preparedness. The committee expressed concerns about the timing and transparency of the procurement process and requested updates on the solicitation timeline. No formal votes were recorded, but the committee agreed to meet again on July 15, 2026, to prepare for the city council meeting. The discussion highlighted the committee's advisory role in providing input on the scope of services but not direct involvement in vendor selection or hiring decisions.