A.Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and action in connection with, but not limtied to, the following projects and/or events:

1.  Emergency repairs to areas affected by ruptured water line (on or abourt March 14 or 15, 2008) at the Hidalgo County Courthouse;
     a.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a) (3) "An item necessary because of unforseen damage to public property".
     b.) Requesting authority to contract with Clean Air Solutions (awarded construction services vendor) to abate/remediate asbestos containing materials found in the 93rd District Court including affecting emergency repairs/remediation due to water damage.
     c.) Requesting authority to contract with ACI Environmental Consultants to provide monitoring and reporting services in connection with the abatement of the asbestos containing materials found in the 93rd District Court.

2.  Solicitation of proposals from awarded construction services providers or job order contractors (as authorized by CC on 3-18-08);

3.  Contract negotiations (to date) with number one ranked architectural firm of ERO International, LLP in connection with generating  "As Built Drawings" of the existing Courthouse to include annexes and the surrounding parking areas and sidewalks for the purposes of addressing required renovations with further clarification and direction by CC regarding:

     a.)  Confirmation that scope of work is for all structures, parking areas and sidewalks located on the site of the Courthouse (entire block);

     b.)  Commissioners Court Executive Officer designated as "Overseer" of project to guide and advise intent and position of Commissioners Court regarding the project;