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CC REGULAR

HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
November 7, 2006
9:00 A.M.

NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held in the Commissioners' Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:

1.
Roll Call
 
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
 
3.
Prayer
 
4.
Open Forum
 
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
 
6.
Health Department - Eddie Olivarez:
 
A.
  1.  Presentation and discussion of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2006-2007) scheduled to begin on January 24, 2007 .
 2.   Discussion, consideration and possible action relating to the National Health and
      Nutrition Examination Survey (2006-2007) Endorsement Letter.                 
 
7.
Human Services:
 
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
 
8.
Buildings & Grounds - Daniel Flores:
 
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
 
A.
Renovations of administration building
 
B.
Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects
 
C.
Emergency situations occuring since last agenda meeting
 
9.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
 
A.
The City of Donna is requesting approval to amend a professional service contract to J.E. Saenz & Associates to increase the amount of $ 3,500.00 from the original contract amount of $18,403.00 utilizing Year 18 (2005) funds for Phase I , sewer improvements to FM 493, a Water/Sewer Improvements Project.
 
B.
1.   Request to Amend the original 2003 HOME Community Housing Development Organization(CHDO) Exhibit "A" Performance Statement presented by Community Hope Projects, Inc. (CHDO) from lot acquisition/construction of four (4) single family homes to acquisition of four (4) lots including down payment/closing cost assistance for each qualifying family to purchase home.
      2.  Request Approval to decrease the 2003 HOME contract with Community Hope Projects, Inc.
          (CHDO) from $200,00 to $85,000.
 
C.
    1.  Public Hearing to consider amending the 2003 HOME Work Plan ( $115,000 from FY 2003 CHDO funds) and the 2004 HOME Work Plan ($35,000 FY 2004 HOME – Home Buyer Program funds) to assist in the Construction of Multi Family Rental Units.
   2.  Requesting approval to amend the 2003 HOME/CHDO Contract between the Urban County Program and Community Hope Projects, Inc. from $200,000 to $85,000 and re-allocate the remaining balance in the amount of $115,00 to assist in the Construction of Multi Family Rental Units.

3.  Requesting approval to re-allocate $35,000 from the 2004 HOME – Home Buyer Program funding balance to assist in the Construction of Multi Family Rental Units.
 
D.
1.     Requesting approval to certify Rufino Contreras Affordable Housing as a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) within the County of Hidalgo.
      2.  Requesting approval to award a $150,000 loan to Rufino Contreras Affordable Housing to
           assist in the construction of Multifamily Rental Units.
 
10.
Hidalgo County - Godfrey Garza:
 
A.
Approval of TEDSI Infrastructure Group invoice #267643 for FEMA-MAS #2.
 
11.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
 
A.
      1.   RELEASE OF LETTER OF CREDIT
            San Cristobal Phase 2 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (William Schwarz)
 
     2.     Discussion and Possible Action on residential subdivisions located within La
      Joya Water Supply Corporation CCN Area
      Watson Heights Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Paul Daniec)

3.  Appointment of Member for the Hidalgo County Subdivision Advisory Board - Omar Ramon –     Judge's Office
 
12.
Tax Office - Armando Barrera:
 
A.
"Approval of 2006 Tax Roll Totals- Hidalgo County, as per Sec. 26.09(e), of the Texas Property Tax Code."
 
13.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
 
A.
Authorization for surveys, title report, appraisals, and acquisition of Real Estate property for the Hidalgo County Sheriffs Office Substation (Precinct # 1) and Precinct # 2 Offices.
 
14.
County Judge's Office - Aurora Hernandez:
 
A.  Approval of Resolution honoring Steven Lopez

B.  Discussion, consideration, and action on request for exemption from General Hiring Freeze for Slot #020
 
15.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
 
A.
1.  Discussion, consideration and action to increase vacant slot:
                 
*Truck Driver III Slot No. 121-005-014 from $22,114.00 to $23,000.00 (increase of $886.00)

2.  Approval of revised salary schedule
 
B.
1.  Approval of including the Mercado Delta into the County of Hidalgo Park System

2.  Approval of Resolution adopting the Amendment of the Hidalgo County Parks Master Plan (2004-  2008) Amendment 01/06 - Precinct One Parks and Recreation Inventory

3. Approval of Resolution adopting the Amendment of the Hidalgo County National Parks Services Recovery Action Plan Amendment 01/06 - Precinct One Parks and Recreation Inventory 
 
16.
Pct. #3 - Comm. Flores:
 
A.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create slot #123-005-068 Office Clerk (regular full-time position).

2. Approval to set salary at $26,000.00

3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
 
17.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Garza:
 
A.
Request authorization to rename county dedicated road within Hidalgo County Pct. #4 as follows:

From:     Benito A. Ramirez Rd.
To:           Old Mile 21
 
B.
Discussion, consideration and action on Agreed Final Judgment (Ware Del Norte Rd.)
 
18.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
 
NOTES:  1.  FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES  OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.   
               2.  ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED 
 
A.
Hidalgo County
 
1.
New Hidalgo County Jail
 
Total Inmate Population: __________
Physical Count: __________
Males (in house): __________
Females (in house): __________
Out of County Facility: __________
La Villa: __________
Brooks Co. __________
Frio: __________
Other (n/c): __________
Federal Prisoners: __________
Adj./Sentenced to TDC: __________
Total Paper Ready TDC: __________
No. Over 45 Days: __________
Pending Paperwork/Courts: __________
Pending Charges/Courts: __________
 
2.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
 
3.
New Adult Detention Facility and Law Enforcement Center Projects:
 
         a)  Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action
              regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
         b)  Construction of additional pod(s)
         c)  Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
 
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
 
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with County-owned building and property, fka, the Kmart Property: 
        a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department 
        b) other related items
 
5.
Approval of Request for Payment Application No. 4 in the amount of $515,653.35 from Joe Williamson Construction Co., Inc.,awarded contractor for the "Construction of County Offices at the Property, fka K-Mart Propery, and as certified for payment by project architect, Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex Architects, Inc. C-06-092-07-25
 
6.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
 
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new facility to house the Hidalgo County Adult Probation Dept.:
       a)  General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department 
       b)  Other related items 
 
7.
A. Requesting approval of Change Order No 3 (Utility Improvements-Water & Sewer) in connection with the "Construction of the New Adult Probation Facility" in the amount of $                        from contracted vendor, Descon Construction, L.P., and as recommended by project engineer, Hinojosa Engineering Inc. and project architect, Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex Architects, with authority for County Judge to execute document.  
C-05-026-10-26

B. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of specifications as attached hereto for "Civil work (Utility Improvements) for the New Adult Probation Facility
 
8.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
 
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility: 
        a)  General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department 
        b   Other related items 
 
9.
A)  Approval of Request for Payment No. 16 in the amount of $194,126.00 from Descon Construction L.P., contracted vendor for the construction of the "Juvenile Justice Center" and as certified for payment by project architect, V-A Architecture C#05-007-08-02:

B)  Approval of Request for Payment Invoice No. 37 in the amount of $2,065.40, from V-A Architecture, contracted architect for the construction of the "Juvenile Justice Center" C# 00-117-04-10;

C)  Presentation for discussion, consideration and action including but not limited to, the following items in connection with the procurement of the herein attached Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) as specified by project architect, V-A Architecture, for the Juvenile Justice Cetner-(subject to funding):
          i).  Authority to purchase items from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) / Institutional Division (Texas Correctional Industries -TCI).        
         ii).  Authority to purchase items from awarded contracted vendors thru our participation with different Cooperatives (i.e. TCPN, Buy Board, Texas Building and Procurement Tx-Mas program, US Communities) 
        iii).  Authority to advertise and approval of specifications (as attached hereto) as drafted by contracted project architect, V-A Architecture. 
 
10.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from DELL through State of Texas DIR program for requisition #99500 for a total of  $5,264.68.
 
11.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of final negotiated contracts, with   A Sign Language Company and Valley Association for Independent Living,  Inc. (VAIL), for "Qualified Interpreting Services" .
 
12.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Fleet Fueling System Application (ORIGINAL) to be forwarded to Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd. as submitted by Hidalgo County Constable Precinct No. 3 and detailing the holders and users under awarded contract for Gasoline, On & Off Highway Diesel Fuel.
 
13.
Requesting authority to re-advertise for: "Public Pay Telephone Services"-RFP due to no proposals received. (2006-336-11-01-MSS)
 
14.
Presentation by for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims/invoices with authority for auditor to issue payment for the items detailed in "Exhibit A" as attached hereto:

Elections Department for Staples in the total amount of $489.99. (see explanantion under Background)
 
15.
Requesting authority to advertise a request for bids for: "Safety End Treatments" (#06-273) and approval of draft specifications as attached hereto.
 
16.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance & approval of the proposed cornerstone Plaque (as proposed by project architect ROFA Architects, Inc.) in connection with the "New Adult Probation Facility".
 
17.
Presentation for discussion, considertion and approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew for an additional one (1) year term (as provided in contract) with Upper Valley Mail Services, LLP.
 
18.
HIDALGO COUNTY WIC PROGRAM

Presentation of  the sole bid received (meeting all specifications and/or requirements) for the purpose of award and approval of contract (subject to legal review) with documentation as attached hereto for:  "Lease Space WIC Clinic in Weslaco"  RFB  (6-374)
 
19.
A.  Presentation by the participating firms responding to Hidalgo County's RFP/Q for: "Delinquent Tax Collection Services" for the purposes of finalizing the scoring and grading by Commissioners' Court.

B.  Ranking of the proposer(s)

 1.                                                                                                                                           

 2.                                                                                                                                          

3.                                                                                                                                            

C.  Requesting authority to direct Purchasing and Legal Counsel to negotiate a final contract with the Number One Ranked Proposer for "Delinquent Tax Collection Services-Hidalgo County"
 
20.
Requesting authority to purchase "Emergency Equipment", as listed in Exhibit "A", through the Texas Building and Procurement Commission (TBPC)- Surplus Property Division for equipment surplused by the Texas Department of Public Safety for Hidalgo County Fire Marshal.  Total price: $875.00.
 
B.
Prct. 1
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for INVOICE NO. 533 in the amount of $ 5,000.00 submitted by LEONEL GARZA, JR. & ASSOCIATES with authority for County Auditor to issue payment (after review, and processing procedures completed) in connection with CONTRACT# C-06-218-09-19 for (REQ. # 97524)-"ROAD PROJECT FM 1422 BRIDGE"
 
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 0609 in the amount of $ 10,731.83 submitted by Rodriguez Engineering with authority for County Auditor to issue payment (after review, and processing procedures completed) in connection with Contract # C-06-217-07-18 (PO # 570727) for "Various R&B and C.I.P. Projects"-"Victoria Road-(from end of Asphalt North to Mile 12 thence west to existing Asphalt)"
 
C.
Prct. 2
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance &approval of a Request for Payment No 1 in the amount of $254,400.05 from Mission Paving Company (contracted vendor) for "Construction of Lime Treated Flexible Base, Hot-Mix Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Concrete Curb & Gutter, Pavement Markings, Signing and Miscellaneous Items for McColl Road" and certified for payment by project engineer, R. Gutierrez Engineering Corp., with authority for auditor to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures completed. PO# 570199   C-06-207-06-20
 
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance & approval of a Request for Payment No 3 in the amount of $1,382.54 from Centennial Contractor Enterprises Inc. (awarded vendor) for "North San Juan Park-Pony Baseball Field" and certified for payment by project architect, VA Architecture, with authority for auditor to issue payment after review, audito, processing procedures completed. PO# 546957
 
D.
Prct. 3
 
1.
Requesting authority to re-advertise for a request for sealed bids (RFB) for: "Hauling Services of Type D Hot Mix Asphalt"   inasmuch as no bids were received  (6-400)
 
E.
Prct. 4
 
1.
Recommending bid award and approval of contract (subject to legal review) for: Bid No. 2006-268-11-01-MSS-Hidalgo County Precinct 4-Pit Run Caliche, to sole bidder meeting all requirements and specifications.
 
F.
Buildings & Grounds
 
1.
Approval of request for payment invoice number five (5) in the amount of $ 2,000.00 submitted by Alcocer Garcia Associates DC (AGADC) contracted architect for: "Construction of a Sally Port and Backup Power at the Courthouse Bldg." Contract # C-04-116-03-23 PO # 555744
 
G.
Co. Wide
 
1.
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including but not limited to, the following item necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, surveys, all phases-enviromental assesments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contractors (improved property) or option contracts with auhtority for County Auditor to issue earnest money payment(s) or ioption payment(s) and County Judge to execute necessary/required documents(s)
 
2.
Presentation for discussin, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to,  the following: Damages and on-going county efforts to address emergency sistuation/conditions resulting from torrential rains and floodiing.
 
3.
Agenda Item 1039 has been deleted. Please remove this line from the agenda.
 
H.
Sheriff's Office
 
1.
Requesting authority to advertise request for sealed bids and approval of draft specifications as attached hereto for:  "One 1999 or Newer Motor Home Project" (for use as a Mobile Command Center)" project.
 
2.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and acceptance and approval of a proposal received from JAMAIL, an awarded vendor through TASB Buyboard with authority to execute any applicable documents and purchases order for the installation of a Security Fence on the outside of the Sally Port for added security on Req #99273 in the total amount of $70,488.67.(06-405-LRM)
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and acceptance and approval of a proposal received from JAMAIL, an awarded vendor through TASB Buyboard with authority to execute any applicable documents and purchases order for the installation of a 6x50 sidewalk for the North side Building to the parking lot on Req #99015 in the total amount of $2,003.01.
 
3.
Approval of request for payment Application No. 02 in the amount of $ 52,820.00 submitted by Spacemaker Construction contracted vendor for "Construction of a Sally Port and Backup Power"  under contract No. C-06-089-07-25 PO No. 571345 and as certified for payment by project architect,Alcocer Garcia Associates DC (AGADC)
 
I.
Adult Probation
 
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval/ratification of the negotiated contract with Dr. Marin Garza  for "Medical Services"  for Hidalgo County Community Supervision & Corrections Department.
 
2.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval/ratification of the negotiated contract with Rhonda L. Gillum for "Independent Audit Services"  for Hidalgo County Community Supervision & Corrections Department.
 
3.
Approval of request for payment Application No. 10 in the amount of $ 225,129.00 submitted by Descon Construction contracted vendor for "Construction of the New Adult Probation Facility"  undercontract No. C-05-026-11-08  through PO No. 558845 and as certified for payment by project architect, ROFA  Architects
 
4.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval/ratification of the negotiated contract with  Jerry Amaya for "Physician Services for Sex Offender Group Therapy Program"  for Hidalgo County Community Supervision & Corrections Department.
 
19.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
 
A.
Approval of Interlocal Agreement between County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo County Emergency Services District #2
 
B.
Report on use of parking lot at K-Mart Bldg. by Edinburg Chamber of Commerce
 
C.
Discussion, consideration and action authorizing Pool Coordinator, Valde Guerra to sign Policyholder Disclosure Notice of Terrorism Insurance Coverage - Illinois Union Insurance Company
 
D.
Constable Pct. #3:
Appointment of Deputy Constable(s) as per Local Government Code Section 86.011
 
E.
Constable Pct. #4:
Appointment of Deputy Constable(s) as per Local Government Code Section 86.011
 
F.
HIDTA - Task Force:
The Hidalgo County H.I.D.T.A. Task Force is seeking approval to transfer $11,036.32 of asset forfeiture funds for the pending purchase of the following law-enforcement equipment:

     1.  One (1) Blackhawk Entry  Micro Slege (Entry Tool)                      $     38.96
     2.  One (1) Blackhawk Super Bolt Master (Entry Tool)                       $   230.84
     3.  One (1) Blackhawk Battering Ram (Entry Tool)                             $   257.36
     4.  One (1) BlackKawk Gorilla Bar-Breaching Tool (Entry Tool)            $   175.46
     5.  One (1) Pro-Tech Ballistic Shield w/light                                       $1,883.70 
     6.  One (1) HAWK8A (surveillance equipment)                                  
$8,450.00
                                                                                              Total    $11,036.32

The expenditures of funds will be in accordance with established Federal and County procedures.
 
G.
Constable Pct. #3:
1.  To de-obligate 1,986.24 for FY 2006 Stop Truancy on Patrol Grant ended Aug. 31, 2006.
2.  To appropriate deobligated funds from the FY 2006 Stop Truancy on Patrol Grant into the County Wide Contingency account. 
 
H.
Approval of Inter-dept. transfer from Adult Probation to Co. Wide Contingency - $10,865.00
 
I.
Approval of Inter-departmental transfer from Co. Wide Contingency into Co. Wide Computer Dept. -  $36,350.00
 
0.
Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer for Sanitation Pct 1 to Health Department in the amount of 5250.00.
 
0.
Approval of Inter-departmental transfer from Co. Wide Contingency to Pauper Burial-Caretaker Services $45,000.00
 
L.
Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer from Contingency into Precinct #3 - Sanitation in the amount of $4,510.99.
 
M.
Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency to various accounts within Direct Assistance Dept. - 7,100.00.
 
N.
Safety Division:
1).  Discussion and Action to Approve the submittal of 2005 Calendar Year Tier Two Report to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

2).  Requesting Approval to have the Auditor's Office issue a check from account number 6-1100-419-50-230-001-0; object code 810 in the amount of $50.00 made payable to Tier Two Chemical Reporting Program, Budget ZZ109 Fund 180 for filing fees related to the Tier Two Report.
 
O.
Safety Division:
Presentation and Discussion of Workers Compensation Statistical Comparison of 3rd Quarter 2005 to 3rd Quarter 2006.
 
P.
Approval of intra-dept. transfer from Co. Wide Contingency to Co. Wide Other Prof. Serv. $28,500.00
 
Q.
Approval of Intra-Dept. transfer from Co. Wide-room & board to Co. Wide-contingency $100,000.00
 
R.
Appropriation of funds-2006 Certificates of Obligation-various B&G projects 4,750,000.00
 
0.
Appropriation of funds - 2006 Certificates of Obligation - IT Dept. $365,000.00
 
T.
Appropriation of funds - 2006 Certificates of Obligation - Health Dept. 250,000.00
 
U.
Appropriation of funds - 2006 Certificates of Obligation - Sheriff's Dept. -  $3,000,000.00.
 
V.
Appropriation of funds - 2006 Certificates of Obligation - New Criminal Justice Center 400,000.00
 
W.
Appropriation of funds - 2006 CO. Series - Juvenile Detention Center - $400,000.00
 
0.
Appropriation of funds - 2006 CO. Series - Bldg & Grounds - $3,500,000.00
 
Y.
Appropriation of funds - 2006 CO. Series -  Bldg & Grounds  - $850,000.00
 
Z.
1.  Approval to appropriate actual interest earned to estimate revenue $8,286.00
2.  Approval to unappropriate appraising fees $599.48
3.  Approval to unappropriate interest expense $84,176.20
4.  Approval to appropriate principal paid $.01
 
AA.
Approval to de-obligate and appropriate unused funds for the TJPC 2006-Z grant in the amt. of 19,041.21.
 
BB.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm. Contingency to Constable Pct. #4 - $ 40,000.00 (vehicles) 
 
20.
Closed Session:
 
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
 
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
 
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
D.
City of Alton vs. Hidalgo County
 
E.
Irene Caceres vs. Omar Guerrero, Hidalgo County District Clerk and Hidalgo County
 
F.
Discussion of job duties and evaluation of Hidalgo County Buildings & Grounds Director
 
21.
Open Session:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
 
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
 
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
D.
City of Alton vs. Hidalgo County
 
E.
Irene Caceres vs. Omar Guerrero, Hidalgo County District Clerk and Hidalgo County
 
F.
Discussion and action on job duties and evaluation of Hidalgo County Buildings & Grounds Director
 
22.
Closed Session:
 
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
23.
Open Session:
 
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
24.
Adjourn