City of Brownsville RFP for the University of Texas by Justin Tirsun

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE Response to RFP No. REO 09-04-2012 BOR October 15, 2012

INDEX A. INTRODUCTION A1. How can UTB create the synergies needed to positively shape the multi-faceted student experience? A2. How can UTB build upon its existing physcial assets? A3. How can UTB develop a campus for a 21st century model?

B. SCOPE OF PROPOSAL

C. PERMANENT CAMPUS SITE C1. Permanent Campus Property Cards C2. RFP Response 2.2.0

D. INTERIM CAMPUS SITE D1. Interim Campus Property Cards D2. RFP Response 2.3.0

E. RFP RESPONSE 2.4.0

F. RFP RESPONSE 2.5.0

G. RFP RESPONSE 2.6.0

H. EXHIBITS

WHAT IS the UTB 21sT CENTURY UNIVERSITY?

The City of Brownsville sees the UTB 21st century university as one of national and international prestige, sitting at the crossroads of two vibrant cultures, at the heart of a City embracing its history. Such a university is intent on setting the pace for innovation in America. This vision recognizes that the location of a 21st century university will impact its character and ability to provide the highest educational opportunities to a student body that is continually becoming more culturally, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse. The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System seeks a site to develop a new UTB 21st century campus in Brownsville. The City of Brownsville proposes greater downtown Brownsville as the location where: [1] A place where synergies exist to positively shape the multi-faceted student experience. [2] A place where new development leverages existing UTB physical assets. [3] A place where flexibility enables the new 21st century education model.

Greater Downtown Brownsville

HOw CAN UTB Create the synergies needed to positively shape the multi-faceted student experience?

The City of Brownsville firmly believes that the ideal location for UTB is in the greater downtown area where mutually beneficial synergies between existing community assets and the University will enhance the UTB campus. These synergies positively affect the student body’s educational experience in the following areas: (1) accessibility, (2) cultural, historic, and community exposure, and (3) work opportunities.

Accessibility The majority of existing UTB students and staff reside in the greater downtown area. Maintaining close poximity to the UTB student body will continue to minimize overall student commute times and associated burdens.

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UTB Existing Student Addresses Downtown’s newly opened La Plaza Terminal is the regional multi-modal hub that connects city wide bus, bicycle and pedestrian routes. This provides safe and affordable options for regional and local commuters and links riders to work and play destinations. The terminals location at the edge of UTB’s existing campus is optimal for student and staff.

Brownsville Metro services the greater downtown area at a frequency of one bus every ten minutes, greatly exceeding service in outlying areas where buses run once every sixty minutes. Bus service is currently free to UTB students and faculty. Brownsville is committed to alternative transportation modes and already boasts two dedicated hike bike trails with several more in the planning stages, including one that will directly service UTB’s existing campus.

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Hike + Bike Trail Local Bus Routes Downtown Brownsville provides a variety of healthy food options and is extremely fortunate to have an urban H.E.B. grocery, several small food retailers, a weekly farmer’s market and over sixty restaurants located within a one mile walk of the downtown core. Expressway 77/83 is a major arterial that connects UTB’s existing campus to surrounding communities optimizing student and staff connectivity. 4

Cultural, Historic, and Community Exposure Downtownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s location on an international border offers a unique opportunity for the study of foreign culture, languages, and international business practices. The Mitte Cultural District located in the greater downtown area contains rich cultural experiences. District anchors include the Gladys Porter Zoo with more than 1500 animals including the last known Jentinkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kunker in captivity, the Brownsville Museum of Fine Arts with ongoing programming including international lectures, and the Costumes of Americas Museum housing one of the largest preserved historical textile and garment collections in the Americas.

Downtown Brownsville has over 50 historic landmark buildings, several of these sit ready with enormous potential to be utilized for multiple academic purposes.

Work Opportunities Access to internships, work-study programs, business incubators, and post-graduate jobs are crucial to the success of university students. Over 5,500 jobs exist within a one mile radius and 44,700 jobs exist within a five mile radius of the Downtown Core.

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How can UTB build upon its existing physical assets?

The University of Texas at Brownsville was founded in the greater downtown area and has had a strong relationship with the City for the past 20 years. In that time it has developed substantial assets in both physical investments as well as valuable relationships. The UT system has invested over $120,000,000 in University assets. These assets, which include buildings, land, and infrastructure, can be utilized in continuing the tradition of a great campus by locating the permanent campus in greater downtown Brownsville.

EXISTING Buildings Biomedical Research and Health Professions Building is 58,588 SF and contains 21 special class labs, 6 class labs, and 3 classrooms. It houses the Center for Biomedical Studies which largely focuses on diabetes, epilepsy and Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease, which disproportionately affect the population of South Texas and Northern Mexico. It also houses the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growing Nursing Department. Education and Business Complex is 127,000 SF and contains 7 special class labs, 2 class labs, and 7 classrooms. Life and Health Sciences is 103,760 SF and contains 16 special class labs, 2 class labs, and 5 classrooms The building won the AIA Honor Design award in 2001 for its contemporary design that celebrates a traditional form. Science Engineering and Technology in 145,039 SF and 27 special class labs, 2 class labs, and 5 classrooms. Casa Bella on-campus residential housing is a student dormitory with more than 400 beds. The building provides a variety of amenities, such as full kitchens, washers and dryers, living rooms and all of the electrical and wireless needs desired by college students today. The property has a swimming pool, sand volleyball and basketball courts, as well as a club house with a movie theater, computer lab and a large multipurpose room.

Casa Bella on-campus UTB residential housing

EXISTING Land The University currently owns approximately 110 acres of raw land just east of its current campus. Water, electrical, and natural gas utilities infrastructure and capacity are currently available for University growth. Available adjacent land allows for contiguous growth of the existing campus. Major thoroughfares currently provide connectivity between the UTB buildings, raw land, and greater downtown Brownsville. 6

How can UTB DEVELOP A CAMPUS FOR A 21ST CENTURY MODEL?

The UT System has begun the task of visioning what a 21st century campus will look like. This campus will evolve long after a location is chosen. The City of Brownsville proposes a response including raw land with existing infrastructure, buildings improved or ready for improvements, and development flexibility for campus growth. This proposal allows for a degree of flexibility as the University endeavors to define the 21st century campus.

Developable Land With more than 300 total acres, the University will have the space needed to grow incrementally without fear of being landlocked in the future. While the permanent proposal provides substantial raw land, its location within the greater downtown alleviates both the financial and time consuming burden of bringing utilities to the land.

Developable Buildings The available stock of early 20th century traditional urban buildings in downtown presents the opportunity to build a new campus identity in the heart of downtown. The Hotel El Jardin is available for lease or purchase, providing UTB the opportuinty to brand a piece of downtownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skyline.

Providing Options The flexibility provided in this proposal creates the ability to turn interim downtown leases into a permanent downtown campus. The proposal and existing campus are located within the greater downtown area which has both vertical and horizontal design elements. The University has the option to emulate the character of the vibrant core along Elizabeth Street and build 4 and 5 story buildings. Opposite of that, the University may choose a more horizontal identity such as the La Plaza Terminal or Putegnat Elementary. The flexibility provided in this proposal creates the ability to expand the current UTB campus through contiguous land into downtown, or out to the undeveloped eastern area.

Downtown La Casa Del Nylon building today, and vision illustrating future building potential

Downtown Kress Building today, and vision illustrating future building potential

SCOPE OF PROPOSAL

The City of Brownsville, Texas has developed this proposal in response to The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System RFP No. RFP 09-04-2012 BOR for the acquisition of real property to be used as the permanent site for the University of Texas at Brownsville and for the lease of improved real property for use as interim campus facilities for the University of Texas at Brownsville. This proposal is submitted by the City of Brownsville, Texas for consideration by the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System for: [1] the sale to the Board of 201.2 acres (plus an additional 110.5 acres of existing UTB owned land, totaling 311.7 acres) for the permanent site of the future campus of the University of Texas at Brownsville; and [2] the lease of 302,368 usable square footage of improved real property for the interim campus. In connection with the preparation of this proposal, the City of Brownsville has attempted to use accurate information readily available to it, often provided by third parties. Not withstanding anything else contained in this proposal to the contrary, the City of Brownsville does not represent or warrant the accuracy of the information provided in this proposal, including without limitation, the size or condition of tracts of land or improvements, measurements of linear feet fronting roadways, and title matters.

INTERIM CAMPUS SITE 4.32 acres 302,368 sqft

PERMANENT CAMPUS SITE

Proposed UTB Campus

311.7 acres 561,911 sqft

Incentives To encourage UTB to locate its permanent campus in the greater downtown area, the following incentives are being offered to the UT System:

Greater Brownsville Incentive Corporation (GBIC)

GBIC will provide $2,500 - $5,000 for every University job associated with UTB’s location downtown.

Brownsville Economic Development Corporation (BEDC)

BEDC will contribute tax revenue from increased sales, mixed beverage, and parking meter taxes to UTB for public realm improvements downtown.

Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC)

BCIC will provide funding and/or subsidies for “quality of life projects,” including cultural and athletic amenities in greater downtown Brownsville.

Brownsville Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and BCIC

MPO and BCIC will increase bicycle infrastructure, including the extension of City hike and bike trails to better connect UTB facilities with surrounding downtown neighborhoods and amenities.

Public Utility Board (PUB)

PUB will provide reduced utility rates for new UTB buildings that are built to LEED accreditation standards.

Brownsville Metro

Brownsville Metro will increase their bus coverage area to better serve UTB’s campus and to increase service frequency to UTB campus facilities.

UTB’s existing campus looking towards downtown

Permanent campus Site

This proposal provides the University with 311.7 acres (including UTBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing acreage and square footage of UTB buildings) of developable land for its permanent campus location. Total acreage is comprised of the following: [1] University of Texas at Brownsville: 110.5 acres to retain as UT System acreage (Shaded below) [2] City of Brownsville: 139.9 acres to be sold to the UT System at fair market value (A, B, G, H) [3] U.S. Fish and Wildlife: 21.5 acres to be sold at fair market value to the UT System as part of a potential land swap between the City and U.S. Fish and Wildlife (C) [4] Privately owned land: 39.9 acres to be sold to the UT System at fair market value (D, E, F) In addition, owners of 19.7 acres of land have expressed an interest in selling their property (cross hatched below).

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Permanent campus Property cards The following cards highlight identified properties for UTB’s permanent campus in greater Downtown Brownsville. Properties are keyed to the map entitled “Permanent Campus Site Ownership,” on the previous page. Property assets, as specified on each card, reference the icons listed below. All properties benefit from solar orientation and utility access, in addition to several other assets that make each site unique.

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LINCOLN Park PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS City of Brownsville Owner Acreage 47.96 acres 3,304 sqft SqFt Parking Surface parking lots $959,000 Cost Notes - Site contains two lit baseball fields, basketball court, track, playground, and restrooms - Site improvements include two shade pavilions, frequently used for public exercise classes

ID 30689 PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS Owner City of Brownsville Acreage 84.70 acres SqFt N/A Parking N/A Cost Fair market value Notes - Property is bisected by the U.S./ Mexico border wall. 55.43 of the 84.70 acres is located on the U.S. side of the wall.

U.S. Fish and wildlife PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS United States Owner Acreage 21.5 acres N/A SqFt Parking N/A Fair market value Cost Notes - Heavy vegetated ground cover - Direct access to University Boulevard - City is currently in negotiation to obtain Fish and Wildlife land through negotiated trade.

ID 62445 PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS Lizka & Galonsky Owner Acreage 1.57 acres N/A SqFt Parking N/A Fair market value Cost Notes - Access to University Boulevard - Adjacent to UTB existing land

ID 352891 PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS Owner Lizka & Galonsky Acreage 37.12 acres SqFt N/A Parking N/A Cost Fair market value Notes - Access to University Boulevard - Adjacent to UTB existing land - Site contains no trees - Little to no topographical change

ID 352889 PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS N.G & T.C., LLC Owner Acreage 1.16 acres N/A SqFt Parking N/A Fair market value Cost Notes - Access to Lizka Lane - Site contains no trees - Little to no topographical change

TEXAS NATIONAL GUARD PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS City of Brownsville* Owner Acreage 3.585 acres 6,361.72 sqft SqFt Parking On-street parking Fair market value Cost Notes - Former Texas National Guard building - On-site storage - Street front parking - Adjacent to existing TSC/UTB Fort Brown campus.

*Note: This property is currently owned by the Texas National Guard; however, the City of Brownsville is in the process of acquiring title to this property and anticipates closing this transaction prior to November 1, 2012

National ARMORY PROPERTY ASSETS

*Note: This property is currently being leased by the United States of America from the City of Brownsville

PROPERTY FACTS Owner City of Brownsville Acreage 3.603 acres SqFt 20,424 sqft Parking N/A Cost Fair market value Notes - Three separate buildings: Building 1: 12,865 sqft, built 1987 Building 2: 4,510 sqft, built 1961 Building 3: 3,049 sqft, built 1980 - Street front parking - Adjacent to existing TSC/UTB Fort Brown campus.

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RFP Response 2.2.0 PROPOSALS FOR THE PERMANENT SITE The enumerated items below contain information that is fully responsive to the permanent site proposal requirements as dictated in Section 2.2 of RFP No. REO 09-04-2012 BOR.

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A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE, INCLUDING STREET ADDRESS, TOTAL ACREAGE, AND THE SITE’S PHYSICAL LOCATION, AND A STATEMENT WHETHER THE SITE IS IN THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE. IF THE SITE IS NOT WHOLLY WITHIN THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE, THE PROPOSAL MUST CONTAIN AN ANALYSIS OF THE FEASIBILITY AND TIMING OF ANNEXING THE SITE. All land included in this proposal for a permanent campus site is located approximately 1.5 miles southeast of Brownsville’s Downtown Core, 1.0 miles east of the current UTB/TSC Fort Brown Campus, and just 0.5 miles north of the US/Mexico Border at Veterans International Bridge. Proposed tracts are adjacent to existing assets of the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System, including 110.5 acres of UTB owned “Los Tomates” land (currently used for athletic fields) to the north and 561,911 square feet of UTB owned and occupied buildings including Biomedical Research, Education and Business Complex, Life and Health Sciences, Science and Technology, and the Casa Bella residence hall to the west. All tracts are located within Brownsville’s city limits and are zoned 5th commercial “J” (Tracts A - F) and dwelling “G” (Tracts G + H). Specific tract information is keyed to the map below.

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- Street Address: N/A Common name is Lincoln Park - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 30690 - Total Acreage: 47.96 acres

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- Street Address: N/A - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 30689 - Total Acreage: 84.7 acres (the border wall bisects this tract)

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- Street Address: N/A Common name is U.S. Fish and Wildlife - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 62191 - Total Acreage: 21.50 acres

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- Street Address: N/A - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 62445 - Total Acreage: 1.57 acres

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- Street Address: N/A - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 352891 - Total Acreage: 37.12 acres

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- Street Address: N/A - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 352889 - Total Acreage: 1.16 acres

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- Street Address: 344 Porter Drive; the street known as Porter Drive is now called Ringgold Road; Porter Drive address is used throughout this proposal. Common name is Texas National Guard. - Property ID Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): N/A - Total Acreage: 3.585 acres

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- Street Address: 344 Porter Drive; the street known as Porter Drive is now called Ringgold Road; Porter Drive address is used through out this proposal. Common name is the National Armory. - Property ID Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): N/A - Total Acreage: 3.603 acres

A FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE TRACT AND A SURVEY OR MAP ACCURATELY DEPICTING THE PROPERTY BOUNDARIES, THE PROPERTY’S LOCATION WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OR EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE, THE IMPROVEMENTS, IF ANY, ROAD FRONTAGE, SIGNIFICANT EASEMENTS, WETLANDS, AND FLOODPLAIN ON THE SITE. A LAND TITLE SURVEY OF THE TRACT BY A QUALIFIED SURVEYOR IS PREFERRED. Reference Exhibits 2.2.2 (A-H) TRACT A

- Legal Description: BROWNSVILLE - BANCO 122 LOZANO BAN CO 137, 234.7000 ACRES - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(A) - Improvements: Amenities common to regional park - Road Frontage: Approximately 650 ft along West University Blvd. - Significant Easements: Not aware of any at this time - Wetlands: No known wetlands - Floodplain: Zone “C” (minimal flood hazard area outside the SFHA)

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- Legal Description: JERONIMO BANCO NO 131 84.7 ACRES - Survey or Map: Not available at this time - Improvements: N/A - Road Frontage: Approximately 125 ft along East University Blvd. 17

- Significant Easements: Not aware of any at this time - Wetlands: No known wetlands - Floodplain: Zone “C” (minimal flood hazard area outside the SFHA) TRACT C

- Legal Description: ESPIRITU SANTO GRANT SHARE 19 ACRES 21.500 - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(C) - Improvements: N/A - Road Frontage: Approximately 1605 ft along West University Blvd. - Significant Easements: Not aware of any at this time - Wetlands: No known wetlands - Floodplain: Zone “C” (minimal flood hazard area outside the SFHA)

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- Legal Description: LOT 15 BLK 1 VETERAN’S INTL TRADE CENTER PHASE 1 CAB 1, SLOT 1939-B - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(D) - Improvements: N/A - Road Frontage: 165.5 linear feet along East University Boulevard - Significant Easements: 10 foot utility easement (non-fenced) along East University Boulevard and a 20 foot drainage easement along the property’s eastern edge - Wetlands: No known wetlands - Floodplain: Zone “C” (minimal flood hazard area outside the SFHA)

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- Legal Description: RESERVE A VETERANS’ INTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTER PH IV (C1-2791B CCMR FILED 3-26-07) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(E) - Improvements: N/A - Road Frontage: 226.05 linear feet along East University Boulevard - Significant Easements: 15 foot utility easement (non-fenced) along East University Boulevard and a 20 foot drainage easement along a portion of the property’s north edge - Wetlands: No known wetlands - Floodplain: Zone “C” (minimal flood hazard area outside the SFHA)

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- Legal Description: LOT 3 BLK 4 VETERANS’ INTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTER PH IV (REPLAT 2 C1-3026 A CCMR FILED 5/18/10) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(F) - Improvements: N/A - Road Frontage: 168.56 linear feet along Lizka Lane - Significant Easements: 15 foot utility easement (non-fenced) along Lizka Lane - Wetlands: No known wetlands

TRACT G

- Legal Description: 3.585 acres of land in Cameron County, Texas conveyed by the City of Brownsville to the Texas National Guard Armory Board, a body politic and corporate of the State of Texas, conveyed in Deed dated October 25, 1957 and filed for record in the Real Property Records of Cameron County, Texas under clerks file number 23066. - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(G) - Improvements: Texas National Guard Building - Road Frontage: 255.69 linear feet along Ringgold Road - Significant Easements: Not available at this time - Wetlands: No known wetlands - Floodplain: Zone “C” (minimal flood hazard area outside the SFHA)

TRACT H

- Legal Description: 3.603 acre tract of land located in Cameron County, Texas most recently the subject of a land lease dated August 19, 1959 by and between the City of Brownsville, Texas and the United States of America. - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(H) - Improvements: Armory Building - Road Frontage: 255.23 linear feet along Ringgold Road - Significant Easements: Not available at this time - Wetlands: No known wetlands - Floodplain: Zone “C” (minimal flood hazard area outside the SFHA)

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A TITLE COMMITMENT FOR THE SITE ISSUED BY A FINANCIALLY SOLID TITLE INSURANCE UNDERWRITER, TOGETHER WITH COMPLETE, LEGIBLE COPIES OF THE VESTING DEED BY WHICH RESPONDENT ACQUIRED TITLE AND OF ALL DOCUMENTS REFERENCED IN THE TITLE COMMITMENT. Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 Title commitments for all tracts will be issued by a financially solid title insurance underwriter, provided the University of Texas System accepts this proposal. Legible copies of vesting deeds are provided. Note that Tract G is currently owned by the Texas National Guard Armory Board, a body politic and corporate of the State of Texas. The City of Brownsville is in the process of acquiring title to this property and anticipates owning this property by November 1, 2012. Note also that Tract C, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, is currently owned by the United States of America. The City of Brownsville is currently in the process of negotiating a land swap for this property.

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The City’s proposal is located on the University Boulevard transportation corridor, an arterial road that will provide bike lanes and frequent bus service, strengthening its linkage to the existing campus and downtown core. University Boulevard is a tree lined street that provides a linear connection from the downtown core through the existing campus and on to the permanent proposed site. Existing campus and neighborhood development has created an integrated grid system highly utilized by cars, bikes, and pedestrians that stems off of University and International Boulevard. U.S Expressway 77/83 directly connects Brownsville to surrounding county, state, and international cities, minimizing student and faculty commute times for those who reside outside Brownsville’s city limits. The University and the City have developed a relationship through Metro Brownsville to provided free bus fare for students and staff of the University. With more than half of students living within 5 miles of the University the free bus service provides guaranteed mobility access to a majority of students 19

and staff. All City buses arrive at the La Plaza Terminal centrally located in downtown. Currently two bus routes are dedicated to serving the University with plans to expand City buses to the permanent proposed site along with the understanding that additional bus coverage would be dedicated to serving a future campus that stays within the greater downtown area.

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A DESCRIPTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF EXISTING UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE AND CAPACITY, AND THE FEASIBILITY AND TIMING OF EXTENSION OF WATER, WASTEWATER, ELECTRIC, NATURAL GAS, COMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER UTILITY SERVICES TO THE SITE. Reference Exhibit 2.2.5 All tracts are fully serviced by city utilities, including electricity, water, natural gas, and sanitary sewer. Sites are directly accessible via paved street connections including curbs and gutters along University Boulevard. The greater downtown area has an existing capacity able to meet and exceed future development of the University Campus in the proposed location.

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A DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS AND TOPOGRAPHY OF THE SITE, THE SITE’S PROXIMITY TO THE 100-YEAR FLOODPLAIN, AND ANY KNOWN ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION, UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS, WETLANDS, ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES, AND PRESENCE OF ENDANGERED SPECIES OR SPECIES BEING CONSIDERED FOR LISTING AS BEING ENDANGERED. Reference Exhibit 2.2.6 All tracts are located entirely within FEMA flood Zone “C,” indicating that the land is in a minimal flood hazard area outside the Special Flood Hazard Area with less than 0.2-percent-annual-chance of (500year) flooding. Further investigation is necessary to determine whether or not proposed sites contain environmental contamination, underground storage tanks, wetlands, or endangered species. Tracts G and H both lie within the 14.67 acre tract known as the Motor Transport Area of what was formerly known as the Fort Brown Military Reservations, in the Espiritu Sando Grant in Cameron, County , Texas. Both sites have historic connections to Fort Brown, further investigation is necessary to determine if these sites contain archeological artifacts of interest.

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A DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE’S ATTRIBUTES WITH RESPECT TO SAFETY, SECURITY, AND MOBILITY OF THE STUDENTS, AND THE SITE’S CONNECTIVITY, IF APPLICABLE, TO EXISTING FACILITIES HELD BY THE BOARD.

Safety and Security The proposed permanent site’s geography is similar to the existing UTB campus which has provided a high level of safety in the past. In fact, a 2011 comparison of the UTB area with other portions of town to the west and north shows a significantly lower number of assaults, burglaries, thefts, etc. in the UTB area. Concern from University Board of Regents has been voiced over the escalation in Mexican border town violence and the effect it will have on a University that sits along the border. The current UTB campus already sits adjacent to the US Border Wall. Chief of Police for the University, Chief Cardoza, has stated that border violence has little impact on the daily safety of campus life; however, security measures are in place should safety become an issue in the future. Chief Orlando Rodriguez from the Brownsville Police Department has stated that the Brownsville area is not currently experiencing border spillover violence as is sometimes reported in state and national media. Rodriguez also noted that the high concentration of law enforcement officers along the actual border itself makes the downtown area one of, if not the safest parts of the City of Brownsville. With the permanent proposed site located adjacent to existing UTB facilities, including currently owned UTB land, security measures that are 20

already in place may be expanded to new campus areas to adequately provide a high quality of safety throughout. Examples of existing security methods in place on the current UTB campus that can easily be expanded to include the permanent site, currently owned UTB land, security measures that are already in place may be expanded to new campus areas to adequately provide a high quality of safety throughout. Examples of existing security methods in place on the current UTB campus that can easily be expanded to include the permanent site are: - Operation Identification - Crime Prevention Lectures - Campus Crime Prevention Information - New Students and Employees Police Service Orientation - Emergency Blue Light Phones - Security Surveys - Security Cameras - Safety Campus Escorts - Motorist Assistance - Upgraded Security Lighting - Patrols

Mobility and Connectivity Reference Section 2.2.4 The permanent site provides many points of access to students and staff as the parcels are contiguous to each other and the existing campus. The form of the built environment, not the geography or topography of the site, will significantly dictate the ability to walk, bike, or drive easily between campus locations. One point of concern is the ability of students and staff to safely cross under Expressway 77. The height of the expressway allows for enough room to easily create a safe path for pedestrian travel.

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A STATEMENT THAT THE RESPONDENT OWNS THE MINERAL ESTATE AND WILL CONVEY THE MINERAL AND SURFACE ESTATES TO THE BOARD. OR, IN THE ALTERNATIVE, A STATEMENT THAT (1) THE RESPONDENT EITHER DOES NOT OWN OR WILL NOT CONVEY THE MINERAL ESTATE TO THE BOARD, (2) THERE ARE NO LEASES OF THE MINERALS, AND (3) THE RESPONDENT WILL DELIVER TO THE BOARD AT CLOSING A SURFACE WAIVER IN THE FORM APPROVED BY THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL OF U. T. SYSTEM AND BY WHICH THE MINERAL ESTATE OWNER(S) RELEASE AND WAIVE, ON BEHALF OF THE OWNER(S) AND THE OWNER(S)’ SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, ALL RIGHTS TO USE, ENTER UPON, OR OCCUPY ANY PORTION OF THE SURFACE OF THE PROPERTY, OR PLACE ANY FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, BUILDINGS, OR STRUCTURES ON THE PROPERTY IN CONDUCTING OPERATIONS OR OTHER ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OWNERSHIP OF THE OIL, GAS, AND OTHER MINERAL INTERESTS IN THE PROPERTY; THE SURFACE WAIVER WILL ALLOW EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT WITH WELLS DRILLED ON THE SURFACE OF LANDS OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY, BUT WILL SPECIFICALLY REQUIRE THAT ALL SUCH DRILLING BE AT A DEPTH OF AT LEAST 500 FEET BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE PROPERTY AND THAT OPERATIONS BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE PROPERTY DO NOT AFFECT THE SURFACE ESTATE. To the extent the property owners of Tract A - H own their mineral rights, mineral estates will be conveyed to the The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System in connection with the conveyance of fee title to such properties.

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A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ANY IMPROVEMENTS ON THE SITE THAT THE RESPONDENT DOES NOT INTEND TO DEMOLISH BEFORE CONVEYING THE PROPERTY TO THE BOARD, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION: (1) YEAR BUILT; (2) SQUARE FOOTAGE; (3) CHARACTER AND CONDITION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING A DETAILED STATEMENT OF THE RENOVATIONS NEEDED TO ADAPT THE IMPROVEMENTS FOR USE BY A PUBLIC INSTITUTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, STRUCTURAL AND MECHANICAL RENOVATIONS AND ANY RENOVATIONS REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE TEXAS ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT; (4) PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND AS-BUILT DRAWINGS THAT ACCURATELY SHOW THE EXISTING LAYOUT OF THE PREMISES, IF AVAILABLE; (5) A STATEMENT OF THE PRESENCE OF ANY KNOWN OR SUSPECTED ASBESTOS, LEAD, LEAD BASED PAINT, OR PETROLEUM PRODUCT, OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL; (6) A STATEMENT WHETHER ANY STRUCTURES ARE CONSIDERED HISTORIC OR ARE INCLUDED IN ANY REGISTRY OF HISTORIC STRUCTURES AT EITHER THE MUNICIPAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL LEVEL; (7) PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF EACH STRUCTURE; AND (8) A STATEMENT OF THE FEASIBILITY OF OBTAINING FLOOD INSURANCE, WINDSTORM INSURANCE, AND PROPERTY INSURANCE FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS. Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (A, G, H)

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TRACT A

(1) Year Built: 2000 (2) Square Footage: 3304 sqft (3) Character and Condition: Amenities common to regional park (4) Plans: Reference Exhibit 2.2.9(A) (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: None known at this time (6) Historic Structures: N/A (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.2.9(A)

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(1) Year Built: 1961 (2) Square Footage: Building area is 6361.72 sqft; Training area is 5940.00 sqft (3) Character and Condition: The building has historically been used as a military armory. The building’s exterior is constructed of masonry concrete block and is clad in brick veneer. The building sits on a monolithic concrete slab surrounded by open parking space for personnel and visitors and a well maintained lawn. The open space in the center of the buildling is a combination of concrete and asphalt paved surfaces. The property was appraised in 2011 and deemed, “in at least average condition.” (4) Plans: Reference Exhibit 2.2.9(G) (5) Presence of Known Hazardous Material: Possible mold contamination due to air condition water leakage in conference room, an expert opinion should be retained to ascertain conculusively if there is indeed mold contamination or not. (6) Historic Structure: N/A (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.2.9(G)

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(1) Year Built: 1961; 1980; 1987 (2) Square Footage: 20,424 sqft (3) Character and Condition: The buildings have historically been used as a military armory, most recently they served as a facility for the U.S. Army Reserve. (4) Plans: Reference Exhibit 2.2.9(H) (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: The United States Government is currently in the process of conducting a bio-remediation on this site. (6) Historic Structures: N/A (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.2.9(H)

A SET OF SITE PHOTOGRAPHS THAT ACCURATELY REPRESENT THE CHARACTER OF THE SITE. Photographs that identify the character of the sites can be found in Exhibit 2.2.10

2.2.11

OTHER AVAILABLE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SITE, INCLUDING AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHS, RESULTS OF ANY TECHNICAL OR SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATIONS (SUCH AS RECENT PHASE I ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT REPORTS, TOPOGRAPHICAL, GEOLOGICAL, HYDROLOGICAL, AND OTHER STUDIES OR OTHER REPORTS), AND OTHER SITE-SPECIFIC COLLATERAL INFORMATION. Aerial photographs of the sites can be found in Exhibit 2.2.11

2.2.12

A DESCRIPTION OF THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS AND OF NEARBY RECREATIONAL AND OPEN SPACES.

Surrounding Neighborhoods The proposed tracts are located adjacent to the bordering neighborhoods of Southmost (to the northeast) and Texas Southmost College (to the immediate west). Southmost is a six square mile residential neighborhood with a population of 33,800. The population density of Southmost is 5,769 people per square mile, nearly twice that of Brownsville. Southmost boasts several community amenities including the Brownsville Public Library, Reynaldo Elementary School, a place of worship, health center, and neighborhood meeting hall. Neighborhood streets have a comfortable pedestrian scale of one to two story homes embedded in a well vegetated landscape. Proximity to UTB will increase student and faculty housing options and potentially provide experiential learning opportunities within the community. Texas Southmost College is a community college that graduates many students into the UT System. UTBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proximity to TSC creates a mutually beneficial relationship in which both schools benefit from increased student enrollment and academic preparedness.

Open Space The area is fortunate to be surrounded by several natural assets including Sabal Palm Sanctuary, a top birding preserve with more than 5 miles of wildlife trails, Antonio Gonzales Park, a recreational park with pool, ball fields and playgrounds, and several Wildlife Management Areas scattered in either direction along the U.S./Mexico border.

2.2.13

IF AVAILABLE, PROPOSED SITE PLANS FOR THE SITE, WHICH MAY INCLUDE COMPATIBILITY OR BUFFERING WITH SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS; APPROPRIATE USE, PRESERVATION AND ENHANCEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES; TRANSPORTATION/MOBILITY PLANS OFF-SITE AND ON-SITE; AND UTILITIES INFRASTRUCTURE PLAN. No proposed site plans are available.

2.2.14

AVAILABILITY OF ADDITIONAL LAND ADJOINING THE SITE AND TERMS OF ANY PROPOSED GIFT, RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL, OR OPTION TO PURCHASE THE ADJOINING LAND Expressions of interest have been obtained from 5 adjoining property owners, totaling 19.7 acres of additional land available for purchase pending further negotiations with The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System (reference Exhibit 2.2.14). Expressions of interest were obtained in connection with the City of Brownsville’s September 14th call for proposals in preparation for the City’s response to the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System RFP No. REO 09-04-2012 BOR.

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This proposal provides the University with 302,368 square feet of improved real property for interim campus facilities while the new campus is planned and built. Total square footage is comprised of the following lease agreements: [1] City of Brownsville property: 181,830 square feet to be leased to the UT System at fair market value* [2] Privately owned property: 120,538 square feet to be leased to the UT System at fair market value**/*** *Note: The City of Brownsville will negotiate necessary improvements to City owned properties to meet 2009 International Building Code, accessibility, and energy standards with the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System, pending UTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acceptance of this proposal. Negotiations may include but are not limited to exterior and interior improvements including facade improvements, interior remodeling, and spatial reconfiguration. **Note: Private property owners Nurith & Tally Galonsky (Property 7) and Holzman Group Limited (Property 8) have expressed an interest in leasing Downtown properties to the UT System, pending UTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acceptance of this proposal. ***Note: Martinez Hotel Inc. is interested in sale or lease of Hotel Jardin (Property 9).

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INTERIM campus Property cards The following cards highlight identified properties for UTBâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interim campus in downtown Brownsville. Properties are keyed to the map entitled, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Interim Campus Site,â&#x20AC;? on the previous page. Property assets, as specified on each card, reference the icons listed below. All properties benefit from pedestrian access, in addition to several other assets that make each site unique.

Multiple Street Facade Frontage Improvements

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CITY PLAZA PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS Owner City of Brownsville Acreage 1.79 acres SqFt 56,300 sqft Parking 290 On-site parking Cost Fair market value Notes

- Built as a bank and includes a vault. - Cast in place concrete - Atriam style building, HVAC, and lighting recently upgraded for energy efficiency. - Beautifully landscaped - ADA compliant - Attached covered parking garage

02 Capitol theater PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS City of Brownsville Owner Acreage 0.41 acres 31,672 sqft SqFt Parking On-street parking Fair market value Cost Notes - Traditional theater style building - Historic signage - Full block pedestrian shading

03 Cueto building PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS City of Brownsville Owner Acreage 0.41 acres 6,847 sqft SqFt Parking - On-street parking - Parking plaza (in construction) Fair market value Cost Notes - Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - Excellent example of late 19th century South Texas commercial architecture - Built as a grocery and mercantile - Fully restored in 2000

04 la casa del nylon PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS City of Brownsville Owner Acreage 0.41 acres 35,946 sqft SqFt Parking - On-street parking - Parking structure (in construction) Fair market value Cost Notes - Built as a department store - Adjacent to La Plaza Terminal - Iconic shading structure - One block west of TSC/UTB Fort Brown campus

05 stegman building PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS City of Brownsville Owner Acreage 0.26 acres 20,628 sqft SqFt Parking On-street parking Fair market value Cost Notes - Strong street presense - Pedestiran orientated

06 city hall PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS City of Brownsville Owner Acreage 0.41 acres 30,437 sqft SqFt Parking - On-street parking - 9 On-site parking - 40 surface parking Fair market value Cost Notes - Surveyed by the GSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Historic Buildign Preservation Plan in 1992 - Originally built to house a post office and court house - Renaissance revival style - Lights and HVAC upgraded for energy efficiency

07 kress building PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS Lizka & Galonsky Owner Acreage 0.28 acres 25,509 sqft SqFt Parking On-street parking Fair market value Cost Notes - Built as a department store - Historically signifigant Kress building - High potential for UTB branding - Located on East Elizabeth Street, main corridor connecting Downtown to existing UTB campus - Located on a major pedestiran corridor

08 payless building PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS Holzman Group LTD Owner Acreage 0.14 acres 29,902 sqft SqFt Parking On-street parking Fair market value Cost Notes - Located on East Elizabeth Street, main corridor connecting Downtown to existing UTB campus - Located on a major pedestrian corridor - Highly visible, iconic building - Beautiful brick cornice work

09 Hotel el jardin PROPERTY ASSETS

PROPERTY FACTS Martinez Hotel Inc. Owner Acreage .41 acres 65,127 sqft SqFt Parking On-site parking On-street parking Negotiable Cost Notes - Highly visable - Downtown historic icon - Adaptable floor plates - Great international views - Across the street from a public park - Available for lease or sale

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RFP Response 2.3.0 PROPOSALS FOR THE INTERIM SITE The enumerated items below contain information that is fully responsive to the interim site proposal requirements as dictated in Section 2.3 of RFP No. REO 09-04-2012 BOR.

2.3.1

A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE, INCLUDING STREET ADDRESS, TOTAL ACREAGE OF THE SITE ON WHICH THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE LOCATED, AND THE SITE’S PHYSICAL LOCATION, AND A STATEMENT WHETHER THE SITE IS IN THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE. IF THE SITE IS NOT WHOLLY WITHIN THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE, THE PROPOSAL MUST CONTAIN AN ANALYSIS OF THE FEASIBILITY AND TIMING OF ANNEXING THE SITE. All land included in this proposal for an interim campus site is located within downtown Brownsville, approximately 0.5 miles west of the current UTB/TSC Fort Brown Campus, and just .15 miles north of the US/Mexico Border at International Boulevard. Proposed properties are within 1.3 miles of existing University of Texas System assets, including 110.5 acres of UTB owned “Los Tomates” land (currently used for athletic fields) to the north and 561,911 square feet of UTB owned and occupied buildings including Biomedical Research, Education and Business Complex, Life and Health Sciences, Science and Technology, and the Casa Bella residence hall to the west. All tracts are located within Brownsville’s city limits and are zoned fourth commercial. Specific property information is keyed to the map below.

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PROPERTY 1 - Street Address: 1034 East Levee Street. Common name is City Plaza City Plaza - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 27413 - Total Acreage: 1.79 acres PROPERTY 2 - Street Address: 1101 East Levee Street. Common name is Capitol Theater Capitol - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 27860 Theater - Total Acreage: 0.41 acres PROPERTY 3 - Street Address: East Madison Street. Common name is Cueto Building Cueto - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 28529 - Total Acreage: 0.41 acres PROPERTY 4 - Street Address: 1304 East Adams Street. Common name is Casa de la Nylon La Casa Del - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 28179 Nylon - Total Acreage: 0.41 acres PROPERTY 5 - Street Address: 543 East 11th Street. Common name is Stegman Building - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 27940 Stegman - Total Acreage: 0.26 acres PROPERTY 6 - Street Address: 1001 East Elizabeth Street. Common name is City Hall City Plaza - Property Identification Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 27944 - Total Acreage: 0.41 acres PROPERTY 7 - Street Address: 1031 East Elizabeth Street. Common name is Kress Building Kress - Property ID Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 27945 - Total Acreage: 0.28 acres PROPERTY 8 - Street Address: 1158 East Elizabeth Street. Common name is Payless Building Payless - Property ID Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 27853 - Total Acreage: 0.14 acres PROPERTY 9 - Street Address: 1114 E. Levee Street. Common name is Hotel el Jardin Hotel Jardin - Property ID Number (as specified by the Cameron Appraisal District): 62826 - Total Acreage: 0.41 acres

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A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION: (1) YEAR BUILT; (2) TOTAL USEABLE SQUARE FOOTAGE; (3) CHARACTER AND CONDITION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING A DETAILED STATEMENT OF THE RENOVATIONS NEEDED TO ADAPT THE IMPROVEMENTS FOR USE BY A PUBLIC INSTITUTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, STRUCTURAL AND MECHANICAL RENOVATIONS AND ANY RENOVATIONS REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE TEXAS ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT; (4) PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND AS-BUILT DRAWINGS THAT ACCURATELY SHOW THE EXISTING LAYOUT OF THE PREMISES; (5) A STATEMENT OF THE PRESENCE OF ANY KNOWN OR SUSPECTED ASBESTOS, LEAD, LEADBASED PAINT, OR PETROLEUM PRODUCT, OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL; (6) A STATEMENT WHETHER ANY STRUCTURES ARE CONSIDERED HISTORIC OR ARE INCLUDED IN ANY REGISTRY OF HISTORIC STRUCTURES AT EITHER THE MUNICIPAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL LEVEL; AND (7) PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF THAT ACCURATELY REPRESENT THE CHARACTER OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND THE SITE ; AND (8) A STATEMENT OF THE FEASIBILITY OF OBTAINING FLOOD INSURANCE, WINDSTORM INSURANCE, AND PROPERTY INSURANCE FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS. Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (1-8) PROPERTY 1 (1) Year Built: 1986 City Plaza (2) Square Footage: 56,300sqft + 290 parking covered and uncovered parking spots (3) Character and Condition: Move-in ready (4) Plans: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(1) (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: None known at this time (6) Historic Structures: N/A (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(1) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 2 (1) Year Built: 1925 (2) Square Footage: 31,672 Capitol (3) Character and Condition: Currently vacant; needs remodeling Theater (4) Plans: Not available at this time (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: None at this time; but no environmental assessment has been performed (6) Historic Structures: Classic theater sytle with historic signage (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(2) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 3 (1) Year Built: 1895 Cueto (2) Square Footage: 6,847 (3) Character and Condition: Fully reconstructed in 1985; move-in ready (4) Plans: Not available at this time (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: None known at this time (6) Historic Structures: Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(3) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 4 (1) Year Built: 1967 La Casa Del (2) Square Footage: 35,946 Nylon (3) Character and Condition: Needs remodeling (4) Plans: Not available at this time (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: None known at this time; however, the City is in the process of conducting an environmental assessment (6) Historic Structures: N/A (7) Photographs: Not available at this time (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 5 (1) Year Built: 1920 Stegman (2) Square Footage: 20,628 (3) Character and Condition: Needs remodeling 32

(4) Plans: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(5) (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: The City is currently conducting an environmental remediation (6) Historic Structures: Traditional 1920â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urban building (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(5) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 6 (1) Year Built: 1931 City Hall (2) Square Footage: 30,437 (3) Character and Condition: Formerly the US Courthouse; move-in ready (4) Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(6) (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: None known at this time (6) Historic Structures: Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(6) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 7 (1) Year Built: 1950 Kress (2) Square Footage: 25,509 (3) Character and Condition: Needs interior retrofitting (4) Plans: Not available at this time (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: Not available at this time (6) Historic Structures: N/A (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(7) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 8 (1) Year Built: 1940 (2) Square Footage: 29,902 Payless (3) Character and Condition: Needs interior retrofitting (4) Plans: Not available at this time (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: Not available at this time (6) Historic Structures: N/A (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(8) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible PROPERTY 9 (1) Year Built: 1926 Hotel Jardin (2) Square footages: 65,127 (3) Character and Condition: Needs rehabilitation (4) Plans: Not available at this time (5) Presence Known Hazardous Material: Asbestos remediation was completed on the building recently (6) Historic Structures: Historic building (7) Photographs: Reference Exhibit 2.3.2(9) (8) Feasibility of Obtaining Flood Insurance: Feasible

2.3.3

A DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE’S ATTRIBUTES WITH RESPECT TO SAFETY, SECURITY, AND MOBILITY OF THE STUDENTS, AND THE SITE’S CONNECTIVITY, IF APPLICABLE, TO EXISTING FACILITIES HELD BY THE BOARD.

Safety and Security The proposed interim campus is within the downtown core of the City, which is directly across International Boulevard from the University. This area has a high safety level. In fact, a 2011 comparison of the UTB area with other portions of town to the west and north shows a significantly lower number of assaults, burglaries, thefts, etc. in the UTB area. Concern from University Board of Regents has been voiced over the escalation in Mexican border town violence and the effect it will have on a University that sits along the border. The current UTB campus already sits adjacent to the US Border Wall. Chief of Police for the University, Chief Cardoza, has stated that border violence has little impact on the daily safety of campus life; however, security measures are in place should safety become an issue in the future. Chief Orlando Rodriguez from the Brownsville Police Department has stated that the Brownsville area is not currently experiencing border spillover violence as is sometimes reported in state and national media. Rodriguez also noted that the high concentration of law enforcement officers along the actual border itself makes the downtown area one of, if not the safest parts of the City of Brownsville. With the interim sites proposed near existing UTB facilities, security measures that are already in place may be expanded to the interim campus to adequately provide a high quality of safety throughout. Examples of existing security methods in place on the current UTB campus that can easily be expanded to include the interim site are: - Operation Identification - Crime Prevention Lectures - Campus Crime Prevention Information - New Students and Employees Police Service Orientation - Emergency Blue Light Phones - Security Surveys - Security Cameras - Safety Campus Escorts - Motorist Assistance - Upgraded Security Lighting - Patrols - Identified pedestrian/student paths - Security Officers and information officers for individual buildings

Mobility and Connectivity Reference Section 2.3.9 The Downtown interim campus sites provide connectivity to the existing campus through pedestrian routes, bike lanes, and a frequent bus circulator for the campus. With the proximity of the interim sites being as close as some campus buildings are to each other, the interim proposal is closer to an expansion of the existing campus than providing a second satellite campus.

2.3.4

DOCUMENTATION EVIDENCING THAT THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE TEXAS ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. Not available at this time. To the extent that City owned properties numbered 1 - 6 do not comply with current accessibility standards the City will negotiate necessary improvements with the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System to comply with Texas Accessibility Standards and Specifications and with the Americans with Disabilities Act, pending UT’s acceptance of this proposal.

2.3.5

DETAILS ON ALL STRUCTURAL AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS, TO INCLUDE YEAR CONSTRUCTED OR INSTALLED AND CURRENT MAINTENANCE INFORMATION. Not available at this time. To the extent that City owned properties numbered 1 - 6 require structural and/or mechanical system maintenance or replacement, the City will negotiate necessary improvements with the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System to meet 2009 International Building Code standards and UT System construction protocol, pending UT’s acceptance of this proposal.

2.3.6

A DESCRIPTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF EXISTING UTILITY INFRASTRUCTURE AND CAPACITY, INCLUDING WATER, WASTEWATER, ELECTRIC, NATURAL GAS, COMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER UTILITY SERVICES TO THE IMPROVEMENTS. Reference Exhibit 2.2.5 All properties are located within the existing downtown utility grid and are fully serviced by city utilities, including telephone, electricity, water, natural gas, and sanitary sewer. Sites are directly accessible via public right of way and front door entrances.

2.3.7

A FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE TRACT ON WHICH THE IMPROVEMENTS ARE LOCATED AND A SURVEY OR MAP ACCURATELY DEPICTING THE PROPERTY BOUNDARIES AND THE PROPERTY’S LOCATION WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OR EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE, THE IMPROVEMENTS, ROAD FRONTAGE, AND OTHER SIGNIFICANT FEATURES OF THE SITE. PROPERTY 1 - Legal Description: LOT 1 THRU 12 BLK T BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWN SITE (VOL 5 City Plaza PG 13 MRCC) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(A) - Improvements: Commercial - Road Frontage: Approximately 260’ along Saint Charles St., 300’ along East 11th St., 260’ along Levee St., and 300’ along East 10th ST. PROPERTY 2 - Legal Description: LOT 7, 8 & 9 BLK 57 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE Capitol (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC) Theater - Survey or Map: Not available at this time - Improvements: Commercial - Road Frontage: Approximately 150’ along Levee St., 130’ along East 11th St. PROPERTY 3 - Legal Description: LOT 7, 8, & 9 BLK 119 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 Cueto PG 13 MRCC) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(C) - Improvements: Commercial - Road Frontage: Approximately 150’ along East Madison St., 130’ along East 13th St. PROPERTY 4 - Legal Description: LOT 4, 5, & 6 BLK 89 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE La Casa Del (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC) Nylon - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(D) - Improvements: Commercial - Road Frontage: Approximately 150’ along East Adams St., 130’ along East 13th St. PROPERTY 5 - Legal Description: RESERVE A VETERANS’ INTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTER PH IV Stegman (C1-2791B CCMR FILED 3-26-07) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(E) - Improvements: Residential - Road Frontage: Approximately 90’ along East Washington St., 130’ along East 11th St. 35

PROPERTY 6 - Legal Description: LOT 7, 8 & 9 BLK 65 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG City Hall 13 MRCC) (FEDERAL BUILDING) FILED 5/18/10) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(F) - Improvements: N/A - Road Frontage: Approximately 110’ along East Elizabeth St., 130’ along East 10th St. PROPERTY 7 - Legal Description: LOT 10 & 11 BLK 65 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG Kress 13 MRCC) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(F) - Improvements: Commercial - Road Frontage: Approximately 40’ along East Elizabeth St., 130’ along East 11th St. PROPERTY 8 - Legal Description: LOT 1 BLK 57 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 Payless MRCC) - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(F) - Improvements: Commercial - Road Frontage: Approximately 40’ along East Elizabeth St., 130’ along East 12th St. PROPERTY 9 - Legal Description: ESPIRITU SANTO GRANT SHARE 22 PT TRACT O-2 Hotel Jardin - Survey or Map: Reference Exhibit 2.2.2(F) - Improvements: Residential - Road Frontage: Approximately 150’ along E. Levee St., 260’ along E. 11th St.

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A TITLE COMMITMENT ISSUED BY A FINANCIALLY SOLID TITLE INSURANCE UNDERWRITER, TOGETHER WITH COMPLETE, LEGIBLE COPIES OF THE VESTING DEED BY WHICH RESPONDENT ACQUIRED TITLE AND OF ALL DOCUMENTS REFERENCED IN THE TITLE COMMITMENT. Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 Title commitments for all properties will be issued by a financially solid title insurance underwriter, provided the University of Texas System accepts this proposal. Legible copies of vesting deeds are provided.

2.3.9

AN IDENTIFICATION OF EXISTING STREETS IN THE VICINITY OF THE SITE AND A DESCRIPTION OF TRANSPORTATION WITHIN THE TRACT AND BETWEEN THE TRACT, THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOOD, AND MAJOR ARTERIALS, AND THE SITE’S PROXIMITY TO ANY EXISTING OR PROPOSED MASS TRANSPORTATION. A TRAFFIC IMPACT ANALYSIS COVERING AN APPROPRIATE GEOGRAPHIC AREA BEYOND THE TRACT, WHILE NOT REQUIRED, IS PREFERABLE. The City’s Interim Proposal is located within the downtown core. This location is a gridded street set which is fully serviced by mass transit including the La Plaza Transit Hub. This hub serves as the central node of the bus network in Brownsville and the terminal for regional, interstate, and international transit. The University and the City have developed a relationship between Metro Brownsville to provided free bus fare for students and staff. With more than half of the students living within 5 miles of the university the free bus service provides guaranteed mobility access to a majority of students and staff. Currently two bus routes are dedicated to serving the University. Reference map on the following page.

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A DESCRIPTION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS AND TOPOGRAPHY OF THE SITE, THE SITE’S PROXIMITY TO THE 100-YEAR FLOODPLAIN, AND ANY KNOWN ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION, UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS, WETLANDS, ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES, AND PRESENCE OF ENDANGERED SPECIES OR SPECIES BEING CONSIDERED FOR LISTING AS BEING ENDANGERED. Reference Exhibit 2.3.10 All properties lie entirely within FEMA flood Zone “C,” indicating that the land is in a minimal flood hazard area outside the Special Flood Hazard Area with less than 0.2-percent-annual-chance of (500-year) flooding. Further investigation is necessary to determine whether or not proposed sites contain environmental contamination, underground storage tanks, wetlands, or endangered species. Reference Section 2.3.2 for additional information.

2.3.11

IF THE PROPOSAL IS FOR A CONVEYANCE OF THE INTERIM SITE TO THE BOARD, RATHER THAN A LEASE OF THE INTERIM SITE TO THE BOARD, A STATEMENT THAT THE RESPONDENT OWNS THE MINERAL ESTATE AND WILL CONVEY THE MINERAL AND SURFACE ESTATES TO THE BOARD. OR, IN THE ALTERNATIVE, A STATEMENT THAT (1) THE RESPONDENT EITHER DOES NOT OWN OR WILL NOT CONVEY THE MINERAL ESTATE TO THE BOARD, (2) THERE ARE NO LEASES OF THE MINERALS, AND (3) THE RESPONDENT WILL DELIVER TO THE BOARD AT CLOSING A SURFACE WAIVER IN THE FORM APPROVED BY THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL OF U. T. SYSTEM AND BY WHICH THE MINERAL ESTATE OWNER(S) RELEASE AND WAIVE, ON BEHALF OF THE OWNER(S) AND THE OWNER(S)’ SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, ALL RIGHTS TO USE, ENTER UPON, OR OCCUPY ANY PORTION OF THE SURFACE OF THE PROPERTY, OR PLACE ANY FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, BUILDINGS, OR STRUCTURES ON THE PROPERTY IN CONDUCTING OPERATIONS OR OTHER ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE OWNERSHIP OF THE OIL, GAS, AND OTHER MINERAL INTERESTS IN THE PROPERTY; THE SURFACE WAIVER WILL ALLOW EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT WITH WELLS DRILLED ON THE SURFACE OF LANDS OTHER THAN THE PROPERTY, BUT WILL SPECIFICALLY REQUIRE THAT ALL SUCH DRILLING BE AT A DEPTH OF AT LEAST 500 FEET BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE PROPERTY AND THAT OPERATIONS BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE PROPERTY DO NOT AFFECT THE SURFACE ESTATE. Not applicable.

2.3.12

2.3.13

A DESCRIPTION OF THE SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS AND OF NEARBY RECREATIONAL AND OPEN SPACES. The proposed interim site is located in the historic downtown core of Brownsville. This site is adjacent to the Mitte Cultural District to the north, Buena Vida Neighborhood to the north east, the exiting UTB/ TSC campus to the south, and the ITEC and Amigoland area to the west. The Mitte Cultural District is a mix of residential, commercial, and institutional buildings. This neighborhood includes: - The Gladys Porter Zoo which holds nearly 1600 animals including the only known Jentink’s Duiker in capacity - Brownsville Museum of Fine Art which continuosly sponsors international lectures - Costumes of Americas Museum which houses one of the largest preserved historical textile and garment collections in the Americas. The Mitte Cultural District contains: - Washington Park where the Charro Days Festival is centered and Symphony in the Park is held - Dean Porter Park along the Town Resaca that provides a public pool and many art filled playgrounds - Linear Park which hosts the weekly farmers market and is the starting part of the battlefield trail hike and bike path Buena Vida residential neighborhood of approximately 8,000 is the original townsite of the City of Brownsville. In addition to residential housing stock, Buena Vida is an important government core containing county assets including the county administration buildings, county courthouse and federal courthouse, and The Brownsville Herald the local newspaper. Additional institutions are also located in the area including a historic cathedral, two elementary schools, and a multitude of social service agencies. 38

To the west is the existing ITEC educational facility which is the International Technology, Education and Commerce center. Here business and education can meet and work together providing training with students and the ability for creative industries to test new methods. Beyond ITEC are large undeveloped tracts along with land recently added to the Cities list of growing open space.

E 2.4.0

RFP RESPONSE 2.4.0 SYNERGIES AND EFFICIENCIES OF THE PROPOSED SITES The enumerated items below contain information that is fully responsive to the synergies and efficiencies proposal requirements as dictated in Section 2.4 of RFP No. REO 09-04-2012 BOR.

2.4.1

REGARDLESS OF WHETHER A RESPONDENT SUBMITS A PROPOSAL FOR A PERMANENT SITE, AN INTERIM SITE, OR BOTH, THE PROPOSAL MUST CONTAIN A STATEMENT OF THE EFFICIENCIES AND SYNERGIES BETWEEN THE RESPONDENT’S PROPOSED INTERIM AND/OR PERMANENT SITE(S) AND THE BOARD’S EXISTING FACILITIES, INCLUDING, SPECIFICALLY BUT WITHOUT LIMITATION, HOW THE PROPOSED SITE(S) ASSIST THE BOARD IN MAKING AN EFFICIENT TRANSITION TO THE FUTURE PERMANENT CAMPUS OF UTB.

Permanent Campus

The proposed permanent campus is contiguous with the existing campus and therefore does not force a physical displacement of staff or students in transition. Proximity of the proposed permanent campus to the existing campus allows for complete utilization of existing assets without dividing student population or removing administration staff from the campus entirely. This allows for both campuses to share resources in mass transit, police patrols, physical plants, and eliminates the redundancy in staffing and amenities.

Interim Campus

The proposed interim campus is located across International Boulevard in the downtown core. The proximity of the interim campus to the existing campus makes a high level of connectivity available for pedestrians, cyclist, drivers, and free bus transit that arrives on 10 minute intervals. This allows for both campuses to share resources in mass transit, police patrols, physical plants, and eliminates the redundancy in staffing and amenities.

2.4.2

IF THE RESPONDENT SUBMITS A PROPOSAL FOR BOTH AN INTERIM SITE AND A PERMANENT SITE, THEN, IN ADDITION TO THE INFORMATION REQUIRED IN SECTION 2.4.1, THE PROPOSAL MUST ALSO CONTAIN A STATEMENT OF THE EFFICIENCIES AND SYNERGIES BETWEEN THE RESPONDENT’S PROPOSED INTERIM AND PERMANENT SITES. The interim proposal and the permanent proposals are both connected to the existing campus, but are on opposite ends. When both are functioning, the ability to move from one to the other is solved by the existing UTB circulator bus and the University Boulevard corridor where additional bus routes and bike lanes are soon to be on the ground. Placing the two proposals on either side of the existing campus allows for the smallest physical distance in transition across campus.

F 2.5.0

RFP RESPONSE 2.5.0 TERMS OF GIFT, SALE, OR LEASE The enumerated items below contain information that is fully responsive to the terms of gift, sale, or lease proposal requirements as dictated in Section 2.5 of RFP No. REO 09-04-2012 BOR.

2.5.1

THE SPECIFIC TERMS OF THE PROPOSED GIFT, SALE, COMBINATION GIFT AND SALE, OR LEASE TO INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO, THE PURCHASE PRICE, ANY CONDITIONS TO THE GIFT, AND THE BASIC TERMS OF THE LEASE. (1) NO LEASE OF THE PERMANENT SITE WILL BE CONSIDERED; ONLY ACQUISITION OF THE PERMANENT SITE IN FEE SIMPLE ABSOLUTE WILL BE CONSIDERED. (2) IF THE INTERIM SITE IS OFFERED FOR LEASE, THE TERM OF THE LEASE MUST BE THROUGH 2018 AND THE BOARD MUST HAVE THE OPTION TO TERMINATE THE LEASE EARLY ON 365 DAYS PRIOR NOTICE. (3) THE PURCHASE PRICE OR RENTAL RATE AND OPERATING EXPENSES MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY EITHER A MARKET ANALYSIS OR AN APPRAISAL THAT SUPPORTS THE STATED PURCHASE PRICE OR LEASE COSTS. ALL PROPERTIES WILL BE SUBJECT TO APPRAISAL TO CONFIRM THE FAIR MARKET VALUE. Reference Exhibit 2.5.1 Exhibit 2.5.1 (A, B, G, H) - Memorandum of Intent Exhibit 2.5.1 (C) - Expression of Interest Exhibit 2.5.1 (D, E) - Option to Purchase Agreement Exhibit 2.5.1 (F) - Option to Purchase Agreement Exhibit 2.5.1 (1-6) - Memorandum of Intent

2.5.2

THE DATE THROUGH WHICH RESPONDENT’S PROPOSAL SHALL BE OPEN FOR ACCEPTANCE. THE OFFER MUST BE OPEN FOR ACCEPTANCE AT LEAST THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2013. All terms of sale or lease are open for acceptance through May 15, 2013, 5:00pm CT.

G 2.6.0

RFP RESPONSE 2.6.0 ABILITY TO CONVEY OR LEASE THE PROPERTY The enumerated items below contain information that is fully responsive to the ability to convey or lease properties proposal requirements as dictated in Section 2.6 of RFP No. REO 09-04-2012 BOR.

2.6.1

THE LEGAL NAME OF ALL OF THE INDIVIDUALS AND/OR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE ENTITIES THAT CONSTITUTE THE RESPONDENT AND THE NAME OF THE PRIMARY CONTACT FOR AND THE STREET AND MAILING ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER, AND EMAIL ADDRESS FOR THE RESPONDENT AND THE PRIMARY CONTACT. TRACT: A, B, H - Legal Name(s): City of Brownsville - Primary Contact: John Chosy PROPERTY: - Mailing Address(es): P.O. Box 911, 1034 E. Levee Street, Brownsville, TX 78520 1,2,3,4,5,6 - Phone Number(s): 956-548-6010 - Email Address(es): johnch@cob.us TRACT: C

- Legal Name(s): United States of America - Primary Contact: Bryan Winton, Refuge Manager U.S. Fish and Wildlife - Mailing Address(es): 3352 Jay Road, Alamo, TX - Phone Number(s): 956-784-7521 - Email Address(es): bryan_winton@fws.gov

TRACT: D, E PROPERY: 7

- Legal Name(s): Lizka & Galonsky, a Texas general partnership - Primary Contact: Abraham Galonsky - Mailing Address(es): 2500 East Loop, Suite 8, Brownsville, TX 78520 - Phone Number(s): 956-492-9005 - Email Address(es): N/A

TRACT: F

- Legal Name(s): N.G. & T.C., LLC, a Texas limited liability company - Primary Contact: Abraham Galonsky - Mailing Address(es): 2500 East Loop, Suite 8, Brownsville, TX 78520 - Phone Number(s): 956-492-9005 - Email Address(es): N/A

PROPERTY: 8

- Legal Name(s): Holzman Group Limited - Primary Contact: Harry Holzman - Mailing Address(es): 1655 FM 802, Suite 207 - Phone Number(s): 956-459-7417 - Email Address(es): N/A

PROPERTY: 9

- Legal Name(s): Martinez Hotel Inc. - Primary Contact: Elvia Reyna - Phone Number(s): 956-455-4422 - Email Address(es): elvia_realtysolutions@yahoo.com 42

2.6.2

DOCUMENTATION TO SUBSTANTIATE THE RESPONDENT’S LEGAL ABILITY TO CONVEY FEE SIMPLE, UNENCUMBERED TITLE TO THE LAND AND IMPROVEMENTS, IF ANY, OR, FOR INTERIM SITES, TO LEASE THE IMPROVEMENTS, WITHOUT THE NEED OF ADDITIONAL APPROVALS OR AUTHORIZATION.

On Friday September 28, 2012, during executive session, Brownsville City Commission approved the sale and lease of the properties contained herein. A copy of the City’s Resolution will be available October 16, 2012 and will be forwarded. Please note that the sale of Lincoln Park (Tract A) must comply with section 253.001 of the Texas Local Government Code.

2.6.3

IF THE RESPONDENT IS CURRENTLY FOR SALE OR INVOLVED IN ANY TRANSACTION TO EXPAND OR TO BECOME ACQUIRED BY ANOTHER BUSINESS ENTITY, AN EXPLANATION OF THE IMPACT ON A SALE, GIFT, OR LEASE OF THE PROPERTY. Not applicable

2.6.4

DETAILS OF ALL PAST OR PENDING LITIGATION OR CLAIMS RELATED TO THE PROPERTY OR FILED AGAINST THE RESPONDENT AND HAVING THE POTENTIAL TO AFFECT THE RESPONDENT’S PERFORMANCE UNDER A CONTRACT WITH THE BOARD. None known at this time.

H EXHIBITs 2.2.2

2.2.3

2.2.4

2.2.5

2.2.6

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2.2.9

102

2.2.10

114

Reference Exhibits 2.2.2 (A) – Tract A Survey Reference Exhibits 2.2.2 (B) – Tract B Survey Reference Exhibits 2.2.2 (D, E, F) – Tract D, E, F Survey Reference Exhibits 2.2.2 (G) – Tract G Survey

Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 (A) – Tract A Deed Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 (B) – Tract B Deed Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 (C) – Tract C Deed Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 (D) – Tract D Deed Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 (F) – Tract F Deed Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 (G) – Tract G Deed Reference Exhibit 2.2.3 (H) – Tract H Deed

Reference Exhibit 2.2.4 - Transportation Map

Reference Exhibit 2.2.5 (A, B) - Public Utilities Map Reference Exhibit 2.2.5 (C) - Public Utilities Map Reference Exhibit 2.2.5 (D) - Public Utilities Board Letter

Reference Exhibit 2.2.6 - FEMA Flood Map

Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (A) – Tract A CAD Property Card, Building Plan, Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (B) – Tract B CAD Property Card Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (C) – Tract C CAD Property Card Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (D) – Tract D CAD Property Card Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (E) – Tract E CAD Property Card Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (F) – Tract F CAD Property Card Reference Exhibit 2.2.9 (G) – Tract G Building Plan, Site Plan, Photographs

Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (A) – Tract A Site Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (B) – Tract B Site Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (C) – Tract C Site Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (D) – Tract D Site Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (E) – Tract E Site Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (F) – Tract F Site Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (G) – Tract G Site Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.10 (H) – Tract H Site Photographs

2.2.11

122

2.2.14

125

2.3.2

131

2.3.8

163

Reference Exhibit 2.2.11 (A, C) - Tract A, C Aerial Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.11 (B, D, E, F) - Tract B, D, E, F Aerial Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.2.11 (G, H) - Tract G, H Aerial Photographs

Reference Exhibit 2.2.14 - Letter of Interest (1, 2, 3)

Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (1) – Property 1 CAD Property Card, Property Plans, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (2) – Property 2 CAD Property Card, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (3) – Property 3 CAD Property Card, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (4) – Property 4 CAD Property Card, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (5) – Property 5 CAD Property Card, Property Plans, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (6) – Property 6 CAD Property Card, Property Plans, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (7) – Property 7 CAD Property Card, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (8) – Property 8 CAD Property Card, Photographs Reference Exhibits 2.3.2 (9) – Property 9 CAD Property Card, Photographs Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (1) - Property 1 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (2) - Property 2 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (3) - Property 3 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (4) - Property 4 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (5) - Property 5 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (6) - Property 6 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (7) - Property 7 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (8) - Property 8 Deed Reference Exhibit 2.3.8 (9) - Property 9 Deed

2.3.9

Reference Exhibit 2.3.9 - Reference Exhibit 2.2.4 - Transportation Map

2.3.12

209

2.5.1

212

Reference Exhibit 2.3.12 (1, 2, 8, 9) - Property 1, 2, 8, 9 Aerial Photograph Reference Exhibit 2.3.12 (3, 4) - Property 3, 4 Aerial Photograph Reference Exhibit 2.3.12 (5, 6, 7) - Property 5, 6, 7 Aerial Photograph

Reference Exhibit 2.5.1 (A, B, G, H) - Tract A, B, G, H Memorandum of Intent Reference Exhibit 2.5.1 (C) - Tract C Expression of Interest Reference Exhibit 2.5.1 (D, E) - Tract D, E Option to Purchase Agreement Reference Exhibit 2.5.1 (F) - Tract F Option to Purchase Agreement Reference Exhibit 2.5.1 (G) – Properties 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Memorandum of Intent

Exhibit 2.2.2(A): Tract A Survey Lincoln Park Phase One Survey: Not avaliable at this time

Lincoln Park Phase Two Survey

Exhibit 2.2.2(B): Tract B Survey

NEED TO SCAN

Exhibit 2.2.2(D, E, F): Tract D, E, F Survey

Exhibit 2.2.2(G): Survey

Exhibit 2.2.3(A): tract A Deed

Exhibit 2.2.3(B): tract B Deed

Exhibit 2.2.3(C): tract C Deed

Exhibit 2.2.3(D): tract D Deed

Exhibit 2.2.3(F): tract F Deed

Exhibit 2.2.3(G): tract G Deed

Exhibit 2.2.3(H): tract H Deed

Exhibit 2.2.4: Transportation Map

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Tract E Tract H Tract G

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Major Roads International Crossings Mass Transit Routes Existing UTB Routes

Transportation Map

Exhibit 2.2.5(A, B): Public Utilities Map BPUB Electric System 3

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1 inch = 250 feet DISCLAIMER - PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD OF BROWNSVILLE This map was created using data obtained from various sources, and created exclusively for the internal use of the Public Utilities Board of Brownsville. Portions of the information may be incorrect or not current. Any person or entity who relies on any information obtained from these maps does so at their own risk. Neither the Public Utilities Board of Brownsville, Texas, nor any agency, officer, or employee of the Public Utilities Board of Brownsville, Texas warrants the accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of such information. THIS MAP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITTNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. THE PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD OF BROWNSVILLE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RELATED TO THE USE OF THIS MAP, EVEN IF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD OF BROWNSVILLE IS ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGE.

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DISCLAIMER - PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD OF BROWNSVILLE This map was created using data obtained from various sources, and created exclusively for the internal use of the Public Utilities Board of Brownsville. Portions of the information may be incorrect or not current. Any person or entity who relies on any information obtained from these maps does so at their own risk. Neither the Public Utilities Board of Brownsville, Texas, nor any agency, officer, or employee of the Public Utilities Board of Brownsville, Texas warrants the accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of such information. THIS MAP IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITTNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. THE PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD OF BROWNSVILLE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RELATED TO THE USE OF THIS MAP, EVEN IF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES BOARD OF BROWNSVILLE IS ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGE.

Exhibit 2.2.5(C): Public Utilities Map BPUB Water Distribution System

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Exhibit 2.2.6: FEMA flood Map

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Legend Flood Plane “A” 100 year flood plane

Flood Plane Map

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Exhibit 2.2.9(A): Tract A CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

30690

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-5300-1370-0010-00

Address:

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

BROWNSVILLE - BANCO 122 LOZANO BAN CO 137, 234.7000ACRES

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, TRMA1

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-14-06

PO Box 911

Exemption:

Brownsville, TX 78522-0911 EX

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite: (+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

$29,396 $0

(+) Land Homesite:

$488,180

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

$517,576

(=) Market Value:

Ag Use:

---------------$0

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$517,576

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$517,576

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value Estimated Taxes Freeze Ceiling

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$517,576

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$517,576

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$517,576

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.046830

$517,576

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$517,576

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.164026

$517,576

$0.00

0.000000

$517,576

$0.00

TRMA1 C.C. Regional Mobility Authority - TRIZ #1

Improvement #1:

Type: Residential

Type Description MA MAIN AREA OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 GR3 GARAGE 2/3 OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 Improvement #2: Type: Residential Type MA SP2

Description MAIN AREA SCREEN PORCH 1/2

Improvements/Building X Living Area: 2,404 SqFt Value: $24,369 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt RF3 WB 0 2404.0 * 266.0 * 572.0 * 130.0 * 450.0 * 304.0 * 104.0 * 228.0 State Code: X Living Area: 900 SqFt Value: $5,027 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt RF1 0 900.0 * 240.0

State Code:

102

Exhibit 2.2.9(A): Tract A Building Plans Improvement #1: Not avaliable at this time

Improvement #2

103

Exhibit 2.2.9(A): Tract A Photographs Improvement #1

Improvement #2

104

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Exhibit 2.2.9(B): Tract B CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

30689

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-5300-1310-0000-00

Address:

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

JERONIMO BANCO NO 131 90.90 ACRES

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, TRMA1

Exemption:

Map ID:

09-14-06

Agent Code:

PO Box 911 Brownsville, TX 78522-0911 EX

Value Detail (+) Improvement Homesite:

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

$0 $0

(+) Land Homesite:

$189,070

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$189,070

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$189,070

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$189,070

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value Estimated Taxes Freeze Ceiling

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$189,070

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$189,070

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$189,070

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.046830

$189,070

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$189,070

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.164026

$189,070

$0.00

0.000000

$189,070

$0.00

TRMA1 C.C. Regional Mobility Authority - TRIZ #1

Improvements/Building Land Segment Type UNKNOWN

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003

Description UNKNOWN

Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Acres 90.9000

Land Market 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070

SqFt

Front

3959604.00

Depth

0.00

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0.00

Appraised 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070

Value

Ag Value

$189,070

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070 189,070

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Exhibit 2.2.9(C): Tract C CAD Property Card

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Owner Information

Property ID:

62191

Owner:

Geo ID:

07-9600-0090-0041-00

Address:

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

ESPIRITU SANTO GRANT SHARE 19 ACRES 21.500

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, TRMA1

Exemption:

Map ID:

09-14-02

Agent Code:

ADDRESS UNKNOWN , EX

Value Detail (+) Improvement Homesite:

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

$0 $0

(+) Land Homesite:

$62,350

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$62,350

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$62,350

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$62,350

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value Estimated Taxes Freeze Ceiling

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$62,350

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$62,350

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$62,350

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.046830

$62,350

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$62,350

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.164026

$62,350

$0.00

0.000000

$62,350

$0.00

TRMA1 C.C. Regional Mobility Authority - TRIZ #1

Improvements/Building Land Segment Type UNKNOWN

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004

Description UNKNOWN

Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Acres 21.5000

Land Market 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350

SqFt

Front

936540.00

Depth

0.00

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0.00

Appraised 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350

Value

Ag Value

$62,350

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350 62,350

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Exhibit 2.2.9(D): Tract D CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

62445

Owner:

Geo ID:

07-9612-0010-0150-00

Address:

LIZKA & GALONSKY

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

EAST LOOP BROWNSVILLE, TX

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 15 BLK 1 VETERAN'S INTL TRADE CENTER PH 1(C1 PG 1939-B)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-14-02

1304 E ADAMS ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520-5702

Exemption: 1592

Value Detail (+) Improvement Homesite:

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$0 $0

(+) Land Non-Homesite: (+) Ag. Market:

$6,858

(=) Market Value:

$6,858

$364

Ag Use:

---------------$6,494

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$364

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$364

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$364

$2.55

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$364

$1.40

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$364

$3.98

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.046830

$364

$0.17

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$364

$0.18

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.164026

$364

$0.60

Freeze Ceiling

Improvements/Building Land Segment Type IP

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

Description

Acres

Improved Pasture

1.5744

Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Land Market 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858 6,858

SqFt

Front

68580.00

0.00

Roll History Ag Valuation

Depth 0.00

Appraised 364 364 357 350 348 323 298 296 302 305 321 0

364 364 357 350 348 323 298 296 302 305 321 6,858

Value

Ag Value

$6,858

$364

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 364 364 357 350 348 323 298 296 302 305 321 6,858

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Exhibit 2.2.9(E): Tract E CAD Property Card

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Owner Information

Property ID:

352891

Owner:

Geo ID:

07-9619-0000-0010-00

Address:

Type:

Real

Category:

LIZKA & GALONSKY 1304 E ADAMS ST

Situs:

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520-5702

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

RESERVE A VETERANS' INTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTER PH IV (C1-2791B CCMR FILED 3-26-07)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, TRMA1

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-14-08

Exemption:

Value Detail (+) Improvement Homesite:

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$0 $0

(+) Land Non-Homesite: (+) Ag. Market:

$371,200

(=) Market Value:

$371,200

Ag Use:

$8,575

---------------$362,625

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$8,575

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$8,575

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value Estimated Taxes Freeze Ceiling

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$8,575

$60.08

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$8,575

$32.95

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$8,575

$93.66

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.046830

$8,575

$4.02

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$8,575

$4.22

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.164026

$8,575

$14.07

0.000000

$8,575

$0.00

TRMA1 C.C. Regional Mobility Authority - TRIZ #1

Improvements/Building Land Segment Type IP

Description

Acres

Improved Pasture

SqFt

37.1200

1616947.20

Front 0.00

Depth 0.00

Value

Ag Value

$371,200

$8,575

Roll History Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 0

Land Market 371,200 371,200 371,200 371,200 371,200 371,200

Ag Valuation 8,575 8,575 8,426 8,241 8,204 7,610

Appraised 8,575 8,575 8,426 8,241 8,204 7,610

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 8,575 8,575 8,426 8,241 8,204 7,610

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed History Information Not Available

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Exhibit 2.2.9(F): Tract F CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

352889

Owner:

Geo ID:

07-9619-0040-0030-00

Address:

Type:

Real

Category:

SOUTHERNMOST INDUSTRIAL PARK LLC 1304 E Adams St

Situs:

City,State,Zip

Brownsville, TX 78520-5702

Legal Desc:

LOT 3 BLK 4 VETERANS' INTERNATIONAL TRADE CENTER PH IV (REPLAT 2 C1-3026 A CCMR FILED 5/18/10)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, TRMA1

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-14-08

Exemption:

Value Detail (+) Improvement Homesite:

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

$0 $0

(+) Land Homesite:

$60,612

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$60,612

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$60,612

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$60,612

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value Estimated Taxes Freeze Ceiling

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$60,612

$424.66

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$60,612

$232.93

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$60,612

$662.06

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.046830

$60,612

$28.38

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$60,612

$29.82

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.164026

$60,612

$99.42

0.000000

$60,612

$0.00

TRMA1 C.C. Regional Mobility Authority - TRIZ #1

Improvements/Building Land Segment Type

Description

COMM

COMMERCIAL

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

Improvements

Acres

SqFt

1.1596

Front

50510.00

0.00

Depth 0.00

Value

Ag Value

$60,612

Roll History 0 0 0 0 0 0

Land Market 60,612 60,612 60,612 59,262 79,976 199,940

Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0

Appraised 60,612 60,612 60,612 59,262 79,976 199,940

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 60,612 60,612 60,612 59,262 79,976 199,940

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date 05/23/2007

Type COR

Description CORRECTION DEED(S)

Grantor LIZKA & GALONSKY

Grantee SOUTHERNMOST INDUSTRIAL PARK LLC

Volume Page 14193

248

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Exhibit 2.2.9(G): Tract G Building Plan

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Exhibit 2.2.9(G): Tract G Site Plan

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Exhibit 2.2.9(G): Tract G Photographs Tract G: North-West Facade

Tract G: North Facade

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Exhibit 2.2.9(H): Tract H Photographs Tract h: West Facade

Tract G: North Facade

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Exhibit 2.2.10(A): Tract A Photographs Tract A: View from Lincoln Park looking South-East

Tract A: View from Lincoln Park looking South

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Exhibit 2.2.10(B): Tract B Photographs Tract B: View from University Boulevard

Tract B: View from Impala Drive looking west

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Exhibit 2.2.10(C): Tract C Photographs Tract C: View from University Boulevard looking south

Tract C: View from corner of University Boulevard and Expressway 77/83 looking southwest

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Exhibit 2.2.10(D): Tract D Photographs Tract D: View from University Boulevard looking south

Tract D: View from Lizka Lane looking east

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Exhibit 2.2.10(E): Tract E Photographs Tract E: View from Lizka Lane looking northeast

Tract E: View from University Boulevard looking south

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Exhibit 2.2.10(F): Tract F Photographs Tract F: View from Lizka Lane looking southeast

Tract F: View from Lizka Lane looking east

119

Exhibit 2.2.10(G): Tract G Photographs Tract H: View Ringgold Road looking northeast

Tract H: View from Ringgold Road looking east

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Exhibit 2.2.10(H): Tract H Photographs View from Neale Drive looking north

View from Ringgold Road looking east

121

Exhibit 2.2.11 (A, C): Tract A, C Aerial Photographs Tract A + C

Tract C

Tract A

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Exhibit 2.2.11 (B, D, E, F) : Tract B, D, E, F Aerial Photographs Tract B, D, E, F

Track D Track F

Track E

Track B

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Exhibit 2.2.11 (G, H): Tract G, H Aerial Photographs Tract G + H Site

Track H Track G

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Exhibit 2.2.14: Letter of Interest (1) Letter of intent submitted by Lizka & Galonsky, a Texas General Partnership Received by the City of Brownsville on September 28, 2012

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Exhibit 2.2.14: Letter of Interest (2) Letter of intent submitted by Susser Holdings Corporation Received by the City of Brownsville on September 14, 2012

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Exhibit 2.2.14: Letter of Interest (3) Letter of intent submitted by Dyna-Go properties, Dennis Sanchez Trustee, and Rivercentre Partners Received by the City of Brownsville on September 8, 2012

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Cameron Appraisal District Exhibit 2.3.2(1): Property 1 CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

27413

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-0000-0040-0010-00

Address:

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

1034 E LEVEE ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 1 THRU 12 BLK T BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

PO Box 911

Exemption:

Brownsville, TX 78522-0911 EX

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$2,889,635

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$405,600

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

$3,295,235

(=) Market Value:

Ag Use:

---------------$0

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$3,295,235

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$3,295,235

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBD

CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

0.000000

$3,295,235

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$3,295,235

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$3,295,235

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$3,295,235

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$3,295,235

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$3,295,235

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$3,295,235

$0.00

Improvement #1:

Type: Commercial

Type Description MA MAIN AREA MAA MAIN AREA ADDITION OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 CP1 CARPORT 1/3 OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 OP1 OPEN PORCH 1/3 BT BLACK TOP CCD CONCRETE DRIVE Improvement #2: Type: Commercial Type Description MA MAIN AREA 2P1 2ND FLR OPEN PORCH 1/3 2P1 2ND FLR OPEN PORCH 1/3 Improvement #3: Type: Commercial Type

Description

Freeze Ceiling

Improvements/Building Living Area: 27,520 SqFt Value: $1,057,797 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt ACA BV 1974 27216.0 * 1974 304.0 * 1974 1808.0 * 1974 1497.0 * 1974 55.0 * 1974 92.0 * 1974 1607.0 * 1974 5610.0 State Code: X Living Area: 27,331 SqFt Value: $1,040,752 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt ACA BV 0 27331.0 * 0 1728.0 * 0 210.0 State Code: X Living Area: 1,416 SqFt Value: $55,188 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt

State Code: X

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MA MAIN AREA MA2 MAIN AREA - 2ND FLOOR CS3 CARPORT STEEL 3 Improvement #4: Type: Commercial Type MA

Description MAIN AREA

VCA4 * * State Code: X Living Area: 46,080 SqFt Class 6BA2

Exterior

1978 498.0 1978 918.0 1978 920.0 Value: $735,898

Year Built

SqFt 46080.0

1986

Land Segment Type

Description

Acres

SqFt

Front

Depth

Value

Ag Value

UNKNOWN

0.8953

39000.00

300.00

130.00

$249,600

UNKNOWN

0.2984

13000.00

100.00

130.00

$65,000

UNKNOWN

0.5969

26000.00

200.00

130.00

$91,000

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Improvements 2,889,635 2,889,635 2,889,635 1,041,808 1,041,808 1,041,808 1,041,808 1,041,607 1,025,404 1,025,404 1,025,404 1,025,404 993,455

Land Market 405,600 405,600 405,600 405,600 405,600 405,600 405,600 405,600 306,540 306,540 306,540 306,540 306,540

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Appraised 3,295,235 3,295,235 3,295,235 1,447,408 1,447,408 1,447,408 1,447,408 1,447,207 1,331,944 1,331,944 1,331,944 1,331,944 1,299,995

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 3,295,235 3,295,235 3,295,235 1,447,408 1,447,408 1,447,408 1,447,408 1,447,207 1,331,944 1,331,944 1,331,944 1,331,944 1,299,995

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date

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Type

Description

01/30/2004

WARRANTY DEED

09/12/2000

SWD SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

04/01/1985

UNK UNKNOWN

Grantor

Grantee

Volume Page

SOUTHMOST UNION JR COLLEGE DIS

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

9819

112

TEXAS COMMERCE BANK-BRO

SOUTHMOST UNION JR COLLEGE DIS

6537

255

1430

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Exhibit 2.3.2(1): Property 1 Building Plans City Plaza First Floor Plan

City Plaza Second Floor Plan

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Exhibit 2.3.2(1): Property 1 Photographs City Plaza: Exterior Photograph 1

City Plaza Exterior Photograph 2

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Exhibit 2.3.2(1): Property 1 Photographs City Plaza: Interior Photograph 1

City Plaza Interior Photograph 2

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Exhibit 2.3.2(2): Property 2 CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

27860

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-0000-0570-0070-00

Address:

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

1101 E LEVEE ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 7, 8 & 9 BLK 57 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

PO BOX 911 BROWNSVILLE, TX 78522-0911 EX

Exemption:

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$177,995

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$115,200

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$293,195

(=) Market Value:

---------------$0

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$293,195

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$293,195

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBD

CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

0.000000

$293,195

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$293,195

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$293,195

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$293,195

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$293,195

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$293,195

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$293,195

$0.00

Improvement #1: Type MA MA2 ST3 ST3 ST3 OP1

Freeze Ceiling

Improvements/Building State Code: X Living Area: 9,127 SqFt Value: $177,995 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt YDL 1925 5950.0 * 1925 3177.0 * 1925 12225.0 * 1925 5280.0 * 1925 5040.0 * 1925 765.0

Type: Commercial

Description MAIN AREA MAIN AREA - 2ND FLOOR STORAGE 2/3 STORAGE 2/3 STORAGE 2/3 OPEN PORCH 1/3

Land Segment Type COMM

Year 2013

1 of 2

Description COMMERCIAL

Improvements 177,995

Acres 0.4132

Land Market 115,200

SqFt

Front

18000.00

150.00

Roll History Ag Valuation 0

Depth 120.00

Appraised 293,195

Value

Ag Value

$115,200

HS Cap 0

Assessed 293,195

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177,995 177,995 177,995 177,995 173,942 173,942 169,116 170,146 170,146 170,146 170,146 170,143

115,200 115,200 115,200 115,200 115,200 115,200 115,200 95,940 95,940 95,940 95,940 95,940

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

293,195 293,195 293,195 293,195 289,142 289,142 284,316 266,086 266,086 266,086 266,086 266,083

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

293,195 293,195 293,195 293,195 289,142 289,142 284,316 266,086 266,086 266,086 266,086 266,083

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date

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Type

Description

12/16/1998

WARRANTY DEED

09/30/1993

SWD

SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

Grantor GALONSKY, ABRAHAM ET AL

Grantee

Volume

Page

THE CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

5331

109

GALONSKY, ABRAHAM ET AL

2768

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Exhibit 2.3.2(2): Property 2 Photographs Capitol Theater: Exterior Photograph 1

Capitol Theater: Exterior Photograph 2

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Exhibit 2.3.2(3): Property 3 CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

28529

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-0000-1190-0070-00

Address:

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

1301 E MADISON ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 7, 8, & 9 BLK 119 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

PO Box 911

Exemption:

Brownsville, TX 78522-0911 EX

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$85,662

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$72,000

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$157,662

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$157,662

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$157,662

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$157,662

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$157,662

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$157,662

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$157,662

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$157,662

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$157,662

$0.00

Improvement #1: Type MA MA2 OP1

Type: Commercial

Description MAIN AREA MAIN AREA - 2ND FLOOR OPEN PORCH 1/3

Freeze Ceiling

Improvements/Building State Code: X Living Area: 6,847 SqFt Value: $85,662 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt YCL 0 5167.0 * 0 1680.0 * 0 744.0 Land Segment

Type

Acres

SqFt

Front

Depth

Value

Ag Value

UNKNOWN

0.1377

6000.00

50.00

120.00

$30,000

UNKNOWN

0.2755

12000.00

100.00

120.00

$42,000

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009

1 of 2

Description

Improvements 85,662 85,662 85,662 85,662 85,662

Land Market 72,000 72,000 72,000 72,000 72,000

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0 0

Appraised 157,662 157,662 157,662 157,662 157,662

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 157,662 157,662 157,662 157,662 157,662

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112,265 112,265 112,265 50,629 50,629 50,629 50,629 50,618

72,000 72,000 72,000 45,120 45,120 45,120 45,120 45,120

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

184,265 184,265 184,265 95,749 95,749 95,749 95,749 95,738

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

184,265 184,265 184,265 95,749 95,749 95,749 95,749 95,738

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date Type 12/21/2011 WD

Description WARRANTY DEED

07/16/2002 SWD SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED 01/01/2000 UNK UNKNOWN

2 of 2

Grantor

Grantee

Volume Page

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

18231

184

BENNETT, H A

SOUTHMOST UNION JR COLLEGE DIS

8186

0261

BENNETT, H A

10/7/12 140 11:45 PM

Exhibit 2.3.2(3): Property 3 Photograph Cueto Building: Exterior Photograph 1

Cueto Building Exterior Photograph 2

141

Cameron Appraisal District

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Exhibit 2.3.2(4): Property 4 CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

28179

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-0000-0890-0040-00

Address:

G & L CO

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

1304 E ADAMS ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 4, 5, & 6 BLK 89 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

1304 E ADAMS BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

Exemption:

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$377,879

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$78,000

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$455,879

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$455,879

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$455,879

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBD

CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

0.000000

$455,879

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$455,879

$3,193.95

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$455,879

$1,751.90

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$455,879

$4,979.57

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$455,879

$206.06

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$455,879

$224.29

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$455,879

$742.79

Improvement #1: Type MA ST3 OP1 ST3

Type: Commercial Description

MAIN AREA STORAGE 2/3 OPEN PORCH 1/3 STORAGE 2/3

Improvements/Building State Code: F1 Living Area: 11,196 SqFt Class Exterior Year Built YCA BV * * *

Freeze Ceiling

Value: $377,879 SqFt 11196.0 18000.0 632.0 6750.0

1967 1967 1967 1967

Land Segment Type

Acres

SqFt

Front

Depth

Value

Ag Value

UNKNOWN

0.2755

12000.00

100.00

120.00

$48,000

UNKNOWN

0.1377

6000.00

50.00

120.00

$30,000

Year 2013 2012 2011

1 of 2

Description

Improvements 377,879 377,879 377,879

Land Market 78,000 78,000 78,000

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0

Appraised 455,879 455,879 455,879

HS Cap 0 0 0

Assessed 455,879 455,879 455,879

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377,879 378,918 378,918 378,918 376,597 371,557 371,557 371,557 371,557 371,553

78,000 78,000 78,000 78,000 78,000 67,116 67,116 67,116 67,116 67,116

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

455,879 456,918 456,918 456,918 454,597 438,673 438,673 438,673 438,673 438,669

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

455,879 456,918 456,918 456,918 454,597 438,673 438,673 438,673 438,673 438,669

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date

2 of 2

Type

Description

Grantor

08/31/2012

SWD

SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

G & L CO

04/02/2004

GEN

GENERAL WARRANTY DEED

GALONSKY, ABRAHAM

01/01/2000

UNK

UNKNOWN

Grantee CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

Volume 18790

Page 61

G & L CO GALONSKY, ABRAHAM

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Exhibit 2.3.2(4): Property 4 Photograph Casa de la Nylon: Exterior Photograph 1

Casa de la Nylon Exterior Photograph 2

144

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Exhibit 2.3.2(5): Property 5 CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

27940

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-0000-0650-0010-00

Address:

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

543 E 11TH ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 1 & 2 BLK 65 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

1150 E ADAMS ST

Exemption:

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520-5804 EX

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$148,094

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$76,800

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$224,894

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$224,894

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$224,894

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBD

CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

0.000000

$224,894

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$224,894

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$224,894

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$224,894

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$224,894

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$224,894

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$224,894

$0.00

Improvement #1: Type MA ST3 OP1

Type: Residential

Description MAIN AREA STORAGE 2/3 OPEN PORCH 1/3

Freeze Ceiling

Improvements/Building State Code: F1 Living Area: 10,260 SqFt Value: $148,094 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt YCA BV 1920 10260.0 YCA 0 10368.0 * 0 1224.0 Land Segment

Type UNKNOWN

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010

1 of 2

Description UNKNOWN

Improvements 148,094 148,094 148,094 148,094

Acres 0.2755

Land Market 76,800 76,800 76,800 76,800

SqFt 12000.00

Front

Depth

100.00

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0

120.00

Appraised 224,894 224,894 224,894 224,894

Value

Ag Value

$76,800

HS Cap 0 0 0 0

Assessed 224,894 224,894 224,894 224,894

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148,094 148,094 148,094 147,470 190,228 190,228 185,026 185,026 185,024

76,800 76,800 76,800 76,800 76,704 76,704 76,704 76,704 76,704

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

224,894 224,894 224,894 224,270 266,932 266,932 261,730 261,730 261,728

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

224,894 224,894 224,894 224,270 266,932 266,932 261,730 261,730 261,728

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date

2 of 2

Type

Description

Grantor

Grantee

03/01/2006

SWD SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

CORONADO COMPANY LLC

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

01/01/2000

WIL

WATSON, CARLOS G

ESTATE OF CARLOS G WATSON JR

01/01/1997

SWD SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

ESTATE OF CARLOS G WATSON JR

CORONADO COMPANY, LLC

WILL

Volume Page 12337

158

4664

300

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Exhibit 2.3.2(5): Property 5 Building Plans Stegman Building First Floor Plan

Stegman Building Second Floor Plan

147

Exhibit 2.3.2(5): Property 5 Photograph Stedman Building Exterior Photograph 1

148

Cameron Appraisal District

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Exhibit 2.3.2(6): Property 6 CAD Property Card

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Year 2012 Account Information

Owner Information

Property ID:

27944

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-0000-0650-0070-00

Address:

FEDERAL BUILDING

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

1001 E ELIZABETH ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 7, 8 & 9 BLK 65 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC) (FEDERAL BUILDING)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

1001 E ELIZABETH ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520-5156 EX

Exemption:

Value Detail (+) Improvement Homesite:

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

$0 $0

(+) Land Homesite:

$144,000

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$144,000

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$144,000

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$144,000

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBD

CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

0.000000

$144,000

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$144,000

$0.00

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$144,000

$0.00

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$144,000

$0.00

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$144,000

$0.00

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$144,000

$0.00

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$144,000

$0.00

Freeze Ceiling

Improvements/Building Land Segment Type UNKNOWN

Year 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004

1 of 2

Description UNKNOWN

Improvements 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Acres 0.4132

Land Market 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 115,060 115,060

SqFt

Front

18000.00

150.00

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Depth 120.00

Appraised 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 115,060 115,060

Value

Ag Value

$144,000

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 144,000 115,060 115,060

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2003 2002 2001

0 0 0

115,060 115,060 115,060

0 0 0

115,060 115,060 115,060

0 0 0

115,060 115,060 115,060

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date 01/01/2000

2 of 2

Type UNK

Description UNKNOWN

Grantor

Grantee

Volume

Page

FEDERAL BUILDING

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Exhibit 2.3.2(6): Property 6 Building Plans

City Hall Floor Plans

151

Exhibit 2.3.2(6): Property 6 Photographs City Hall Exterior Photograph 1

City Hall Exterior Photograph 2

152

Exhibit 2.3.2(6): Property 6 Photographs City Hall: Interior Photograph 1,2

City Hall Interior Photograph 3

153

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Exhibit 2.3.2(7): Property 7 CAD Property Card

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Owner Information

Property ID:

27945

Owner:

LIZKA ELI MONICA & LINDA

Geo ID:

01-0000-0650-0100-00

Address:

NURITH & TALLY GALONSKY

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

1031 E ELIZABETH ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 10 & 11 BLK 65 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

1304 E ADAMS BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

Exemption:

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$333,503

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$96,000

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$429,503

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$429,503

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$429,503

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBD

CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

0.000000

$429,503

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$429,503

$3,009.15

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$429,503

$1,650.54

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$429,503

$4,691.46

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$429,503

$194.14

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$429,503

$211.32

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$429,503

$699.81

Improvement #1: Type MA MA2 MA3 OP1

Type: Commercial

Description MAIN AREA MAIN AREA - 2ND FLOOR MAIN AREA - 3RD FLOOR OPEN PORCH 1/3

Freeze Ceiling

Improvements/Building State Code: F1 Living Area: 25,509 SqFt Value: $333,503 Class Exterior Year Built SqFt YCA BV 1950 11848.0 * 1950 7541.0 * 1950 6120.0 * 1950 724.0 Land Segment

Type UNKNOWN

Year 2013 2012 2011

1 of 2

Description UNKNOWN

Improvements 333,503 333,503 333,503

Acres 0.2755

Land Market 96,000 96,000 96,000

SqFt 12000.00

Front

Depth

100.00

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0

120.00

Appraised 429,503 429,503 429,503

Value

Ag Value

$96,000

HS Cap 0 0 0

Assessed 429,503 429,503 429,503

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2003 2002 2001

0 0 0

115,060 115,060 115,060

0 0 0

115,060 115,060 115,060

0 0 0

115,060 115,060 115,060

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date 01/01/2000

2 of 2

Type UNK

Description UNKNOWN

Grantor

Grantee

Volume

Page

FEDERAL BUILDING

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Exhibit 2.3.2(7): Property 7 Photographs Kress Building Exterior Photograph 1

Kress Building Exterior Photograph 2

156

Cameron Appraisal District

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Exhibit 2.3.2(8): Property 8 CAD Property Card

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Owner Information

Property ID:

27853

Owner:

Geo ID:

01-0000-0570-0010-00

Address:

HOLZMAN GROUP LTD

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

1158 E ELIZABETH ST BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

LOT 1 BLK 57 BROWNSVILLE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE (VOL 5 PG 13 MRCC)

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Agent Code:

Map ID:

09-13-06

1655 FM 802 SUITE 207 BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521

Exemption:

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$227,718

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$48,000

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

Ag Use:

$275,718

(=) Market Value: ----------------

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$275,718

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$275,718

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity

Description

Tax Rate Appraised Value

Taxable Value

Estimated Taxes

CBD

CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

0.000000

$275,718

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$275,718

$1,931.72

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$275,718

$1,059.56

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$275,718

$3,011.67

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$275,718

$124.62

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$275,718

$135.65

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$275,718

$449.24

Improvement #1: Type MA OP1 ST3 ST3 ST3 ST3

Type: Commercial Description

MAIN AREA OPEN PORCH 1/3 STORAGE 2/3 STORAGE 2/3 STORAGE 2/3 STORAGE 2/3

Improvements/Building State Code: F1 Living Area: 5,902 SqFt Class Exterior Year Built YCA * * * * *

Freeze Ceiling

Value: $227,718 1940 1940 1940 1940 1940 1940

SqFt 5902.0 98.0 6000.0 6000.0 6000.0 6000.0

Land Segment Type UNKNOWN

Year 2013

1 of 2

Description UNKNOWN

Improvements 227,718

Acres 0.1377

Land Market 48,000

SqFt 6000.00

Front 50.00

Roll History Ag Valuation 0

Depth 120.00

Appraised 275,718

Value

Ag Value

$48,000

HS Cap 0

Assessed 275,718

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227,718 227,718 227,718 227,718 234,598 238,003 150,713 135,131 135,131 135,131 135,131 217,202

48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 48,000 47,940 47,940 47,940 47,940 47,940

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

275,718 275,718 275,718 275,718 282,598 286,003 198,713 183,071 183,071 183,071 183,071 265,142

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

275,718 275,718 275,718 275,718 282,598 286,003 198,713 183,071 183,071 183,071 183,071 265,142

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date

2 of 2

Type

Description

01/01/2000

UNK

UNKNOWN

01/30/1995

WARRANTY DEED

01/01/1900

UNK

UNKNOWN

Grantor

Grantee

Volume

Page

HOLZMAN, HARRY TR HOLZMAN, HARRY TR

HOLZMAN GROUP LTD

8620

208

1400

129

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Exhibit 2.3.2(8): Property 8 Photographs Payless Building Exterior Photograph 1

Payless Building Exterior Photograph 2, 3

159

Cameron Appraisal District Exhibit 2.3.2(9): Property 9 CAD Property Card

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Owner Information

Property ID:

62826

Owner:

Geo ID:

07-9800-2150-0100-00

Address:

MARTINEZ HOTEL INC

Type:

Real

Category:

Situs:

E ST CHARLES TX

City,State,Zip

Legal Desc:

ESPIRITU SANTO GRANT SHARE 22 PT TRACT O-2

% Ownership: 100.0000000000

Jurisdictions:

IBR, SST, CBR, SBN, GCC, STS, CAD, CBD

Exemption:

Map ID:

09-13-06

Agent Code:

5054 Padre Island Hwy Brownsville, TX 78521-4247

Value Detail $0

(+) Improvement Homesite:

$221,999

(+) Improvement Non-Homesite:

(+) Land Homesite:

$53,321

(+) Land Non-Homesite:

(+) Ag. Market:

$275,320

(=) Market Value:

Ag Use:

---------------$0

(-) Ag. Use Reduction:

$275,320

(=) Appraised Value: ----------------

(-) HS Capped Value:

$275,320

(=) Assessed Value:

Taxing Jurisdications Entity CBD

Description CBR-DOWNTOWN IMPT DIST (99999)

Tax Rate Appraised Value 0.000000

Taxable Value

$275,320

Estimated Taxes

$275,320

Freeze Ceiling

$0.00

CBR

CITY OF BROWNSVILLE

0.700613

$275,320

$1,928.93

GCC

CAMERON COUNTY

0.384291

$275,320

$1,058.03

IBR

BROWNSVILLE I.S.D

1.092300

$275,320

$3,007.32

SBN

BROWNSVILLE NAVIGATION DISTRICT

0.045200

$275,320

$124.44

SST

SOUTH TEXAS I.S.D

0.049200

$275,320

$135.46

STS

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE DISTRICT

0.162935

$275,320

$448.59

Improvements/Building Improvement #1: Type MA OP1 MA3 MA4 MA2 MA8 MA7 MA5 MA6 OP1 BT

Type: Residential

State Code: F1

Description

Living Area: 65,127 SqFt

Class MCL2 * * * * * * * * * *

MAIN AREA OPEN PORCH 1/3 MAIN AREA - 3RD FLOOR MAIN AREA - 4TH FLOOR MAIN AREA - 2ND FLOOR MAIN AREA - 8TH FLOOR MAIN AREA - 7TH FLOOR MAIN AREA - 5TH FLOOR MAIN AREA - 6TH FLOOR OPEN PORCH 1/3 BLACK TOP

Exterior

Value: $221,999

Year Built 1955

SqFt 15049.0 112.0 7154.0 7154.0 7154.0 7154.0 7154.0 7154.0 7154.0 360.0 14781.0

Land Segment Type UNKNOWN

1 of 2

Description UNKNOWN

Acres 0.0000

SqFt 0.00

Front 0.00

Depth 0.00

Value $53,321

Ag Value $0

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Improvements 221,999 221,999 221,999 221,999 221,999 221,999 221,999 216,820 199,843 199,843 231,897 231,897 231,817

Land Market 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321 53,321

Roll History Ag Valuation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Appraised 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 270,141 253,164 253,164 285,218 285,218 285,138

HS Cap 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Assessed 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 275,320 270,141 253,164 253,164 285,218 285,218 285,138

Deed History (Last 3 Deed Transactions) Deed Date 04/01/1985

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Grantee BROWNSVILLE HOTEL CORP

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Exhibit 2.5.1: Tract C Expression of Interest From: Bryan_Winton@fws.gov [mailto:Bryan_Winton@fws.gov] Sent: Wednesday, July 25, 2012 4:41 PM To: Ramiro Gonzalez Cc: Robert_Jess@fws.gov; John_Wallace@fws.gov; Chris_Perez@fws.gov; Ernesto_Reyes@fws.gov; Larisa_Ford@fws.gov; Pat_Clements@fws.gov Subject: Refuge Lands Identified for Exchange in City of Brownsville city limits

Mr. Gonzalez: I had an opportunity to visit with both Project Leader Robert Jess and Deputy Project Leader John Wallace this morning about our interest on the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge (LRGV NWR) in identifying refuge lands that have been encroached upon/affected by City of Brownsville population growth/development projects and/or from increased illegal activities from Matamoros, MX and subsequent but necessary Border Patrol activities which have resulted in excessive vehicle- and human-related disturbances, particularly during night-time hours. Because the refuge was established to protect and provide habitat for nocturnal (night-dwelling) mammals like the endangered ocelot and jaguarundi, and nesting migratory birds of a variety of species, and wildlife in general, the encroachment, illegal activities and ongoing surveillance has degraded the benefits of these lands for purposes of wildlife protection and conservation. Therefore, the South Texas Refuge Complex is particularly interested in working with Cameron County, City of Brownsville, the Public Utilities Board, and TxDOT (or collectively) for purposes of developing a land exchange "package" that would afford the refuge an opportunity to divulge itself from interests in refuge lands south of the City of Brownsville where conservation objectives are constantly challenged or can no longer be met, in exchange for lands outside the COB city limits in areas where conservation objectives are still viable and/or possible. This would most likely be west or northwest of town enabling the LRGV NWR to link important habitats to the Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge, or east of town increasing our land holdings in the Boca Chica/HW 4 area along the Rio Grande. If agreeable, the refuge would work closely with all parties involved to identify suitable lands for exchange outside the COB. I am in the process of developing a more comprehensive letter explaining how we (US Fish & Wildlife Service) must or wish to proceed. Because a land exchange must meet US Fish & Wildlife Service standards, we are currently in the process of verifying whether an exchange would also require that any new lands added (or exchanged) to the National Wildlife Refuge System must be appraised using the Yellow Book Appraisal Standards. There are other land acquisitions protocols/measures that will likely also need to be followed closely, to include exchanging properties value for value not necessarily acre for acre. Regardless, the refuge will need to demonstrate conservation benefits by the exchange and an increase in acreage for the refuge when the deal is done is also often necessary to facilitate completing the exchange process and satisfying agency leadership that it was a US Fish & Wildlife Service benefit. The letter I am preparing will explain the desirable process in better detail. In short, the refuge owns or manages under long-term agreement the following properties that we wish to exchange as part of this "package" (total acreage is 921.29 acres) 1.

Phillips Banco Tract [FEE OWNED] (south of Military Highway about 5 blocks east of Alton Gloor Blvd) - 336.15 acres/most north of IBWC levee

- NOTE: City of Brownsville has a ROW agreement with USFWS for use of the site to manage/operate 2 Stormwater Treatement Facilities Also, Public Utilities Board has expressed significant interest in this refuge tract for water storage purposes since the Brownsville Weir Project failed. 2.

Palo Blanco Tract [FEE OWNED] (south of Military Highway about 1 block east otherwise due south of Alton Gloor Blvd) - 30.02 acres/most south of IBWC levee

-NOTE: Area has high illegal human activity due to dense vegetation and has resulted in nearly 1-2 miles of roads/trails being established on this 30-acre tract 3.

Brownsville Tract [FEE OWNED] (immediately west of Los Tomates Bridge) - 17.4 acres/most north of IBWC levee

-NOTE: This refuge tract was part of a negotiation with COB during the construction of Los Tomates Bridge construction in 1999-2000. In exchange for loss of acreage and habitat/disturbance impacts associated with bridge construction and now human activity, the COB made an additional land management commitments to USFWS (see Item #4.) 4.

City of Brownsville deed reservation for Los Tomates Bridge Project [MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT] - 167.6 acres/most south of IBWC levee

-NOTE: The official transfer of the USFWS Brownsville Tract and the ultimate transfer of land from COB to USFWS has never occurred. Since 1993 when the Supplemental EIS was written and this land management committment was made, the IBWC has mowed the entire acreage for purposes of maintaining flows in the event of a Rio Grande flood. This activity by IBWC renders these lands unsuitable for purposes of conservation. Therefore, we have identified these acreage, although not USFWS owned, but represent commitments made by COB from a previous development project that needs re-designated/offset due to current circumstances. 5.

Champion Bend Tract [FEE OWNED] - south of Military Highway about 3 blocks east of Alton Gloor Blvd) - 82.08 acres/most south of IBWC levee

-NOTE: This refuge tract has 75 feet of the river bank mowed by IBWC due to river bends and flow models that indicated/suggest the refuge vegetation could cause additional flooding impacts.

Therefore, IBWC annually mows the river bank which impacts the value of this refuge tract for migratory mammals using the river corridor.

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Jeronimo Banco Tract [FEE OWNED] - south of Southmost Road; south of Milpa Verde Road; East Loop (SH32) Road/Levee/ Border Wall relocation area - 288.04 acres/most south of

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-NOTE: This refuge tract is scheduled to be impacted (~44 acres lost) due to SH32 East Loop Road Project. The relocation of the IBWC levee and Border Fence and creation of the East Loop SH32 will result in the direct loss of ~44 acres of refuge land. Remaining lands associated with this refuge tract are constantly under threat from illegal activities and subsequent Border Patrol activities. We would prefer to exchange the entire tract rather than carve out only 44 acres for this highway project. In closing, my apologies for the delay in responding back to COB regarding a possible future land exchange. Discussions with other staff within COB previously suggested it was not within COB authority to use City funds to purchase (for exchange purposes or otherwise) lands outside the COB city limits. However, we recognize that it is in both the COB and FWS benefit to accomplish a land exchange in order to facilitate COB growth and to better enable the refuge to meet conservation objectives in south Texas. Therefore, we recognize that it may be necessary to partner with Cameron County or other entities that have wider spending authority for the purpose of buying land and ultimately facilitating the exchange effort. We've have worked with the County on numerous TxDOT projects in the past that required mitigation or land exchange, so we know that land exchanges can indeed be accomplished. However, the list of properties above is a sizeable acreage, bigger than anything we've attempted before, so before we get too much momentum in any direction, we want to make sure everyone is clear on how the process must unfold in order to be accomplished. I look forward to getting you more details (and a map of the sites listed above) in the very near future. Sincerely,

Bryan R. Winton, Refuge Manager Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge 3325 Green Jay Road Alamo, TX 78516 (956) 784-7521 (956) 874-4304 cell www.fws.gov www.friendsofsouthtexasrefuges.org

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