CC CONSENT
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 28, 2010
9:00 A.M.
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners' Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote.
1.
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - County Auditor
2.
2010 Intradepartmental Transfers:
A.
2010 - Texas AgriLife Extension Service (1100)
B.
2010 - County Auditor's Office (1100)
C.
2010 - Health & Human Services Dept. - Health Clinics (1100)
D.
2010 - Health & Human Services (1100)
E.
2010 - Human Services (1100)
F.
2010 - Criminal Auxiliary Court JAG (1282)
G.
2010 - Civil Service (1100)
H.
2010 - County Clerks Office (1237)
I.
2010 - HIDTA Task Force (1291)
J.
2010 - Facilities Management (1100)
K.
2010 - I.T. Dept. Justice Court Tech. (1242)
L.
2010 - County Treasurer (1100)
M.
2010 - Co. Wide Adm. (1100)
N.
2010 - Public Defenders (1100)
O.
2010 - Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (1227)
P.
2010 - Tax Office (1100)
Q.
2010 - Budget & Management (1100)
R.
2010 - Human Resources (1100)
S.
2010 - Right of Way (1200)
T.
2010 - County Court at Law #1 (1100)
U.
2010 - County Court at Law #2 (1100)
V.
2010 - County Court at Law #4 (1100)
W.
2010 - County Court At Law #6 (1100)
X.
2010 - 398th District Court (1100)
Y.
2010 - Constable Pct. #4 (1100)
Z.
2010 - Pct. #1 Parks (1100)
AA.
2010 - Pct. #1 Sanitation (1100)
BB.
2010 - Pct. #1 Sanitation (1100)
CC.
2010 - Pct. #1 R&B (1200)
DD.
2010 - Pct. #2 Administration (1200)
EE.
2010 - Pct. #2 Parks (1100)
FF.
2010 - Pct. #2 L J Drainage (1339)
GG.
2010 - Pct. #2 Parks (1100)
HH.
2010 - Pct. #2 Park (1100)
II.
2010 - Pct. #4 BCAP (1200)
JJ.
2010 - Pct. #4 BCAP III (1312)
KK.
2010 - Pct. #4 Rd Adm. (1200)
3.
2010 Interdepartmental Transfers:
A.
Public Affairs (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Public Affairs in the amount of $2,500.00 to fund various operating expenditures.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Public Affairs in the amount of $2,500.00 to fund various operating expenditures.
B.
I.T. Countywide (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm. to I.T. Co. Wide in the amount of $12,116.05 to fund AT&T local and long distance telephone expenditures for the month of September 2010.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm. to I.T. Co. Wide in the amount of $12,116.05 to fund AT&T local and long distance telephone expenditures for the month of September 2010.
C.
Pct. #2 CO 2010 A&B (1342):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligations Series 2010 A & B, from the Precinct 2 Tower Road (Moore - Balli) Roads (program 027) into CO 2010 A&B Pct. 2 Buildings, (program 021) in the amount of $27,000.00 .
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligations Series 2010 A & B, from the Precinct 2 Tower Road (Moore - Balli) Roads (program 027) into CO 2010 A&B Pct. 2 Buildings, (program 021) in the amount of $27,000.00 .
D.
Pct. #2 R&B (1200):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Precinct #2 fund (1200) from R&B (program 006) to El Gato Road (W Alamo - Tower) Project (program 051) in the amount of $15,000 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Precinct #2 fund (1200) from R&B (program 006) to El Gato Road (W Alamo - Tower) Project (program 051) in the amount of $15,000 to fund project expenditures.
E.
Pct. #2 R&B (1200):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Precinct #2 fund (1200) from R&B (program 006) to Morningside Off-Site Drainage Project (program 900) in the amount of $3,200.00.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Precinct #2 fund (1200) from R&B (program 006) to Morningside Off-Site Drainage Project (program 900) in the amount of $3,200.00.
F.
Pct. #3 C.O. 2006 (1336):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Precinct #3 C.O. 2006 Circle 6 Rd. (N&S of Mile 4 Rd) to Precinct #3 C.O. 2006 Mile 4 N. (Tom Gill - FM2221) in the amount $30,413.82.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Precinct #3 C.O. 2006 Circle 6 Rd. (N&S of Mile 4 Rd) to Precinct #3 C.O. 2006 Mile 4 N. (Tom Gill - FM2221) in the amount $30,413.82.
G.
Constable Pct. #3 (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Constable Pct. 3 in the amount of $9,001.31 to fund various operating expenditures.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to Constable Pct. 3 in the amount of $9,001.31 to fund various operating expenditures.
4.
Interfund transfers:
A.
Health and Human Services Department:
Approval of 2010 interfund transfer from Health Department Adm. (1293) to Health Adm. (1100) in the amount of $9,700.00
Approval of 2010 interfund transfer from Health Department Adm. (1293) to Health Adm. (1100) in the amount of $9,700.00
B.
Co. Wide Adm (1100)/Pct. 2 Tax Office & WIC/HHS (1200):
Approval of 2010 interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm. to Pct. 2 WIC/HHS (pgm 041) & Pct. 2 Tax Office (pgm 042) in the total amount of $33,200.00 to fund New Pct. 2 Complex Building project expenditures.
Approval of 2010 interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm. to Pct. 2 WIC/HHS (pgm 041) & Pct. 2 Tax Office (pgm 042) in the total amount of $33,200.00 to fund New Pct. 2 Complex Building project expenditures.
5.
Planning Department:
A.
1. Preliminary Approval of Subdivision Plat:
a. Montana Sea Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Ruben Moreno)
b. Elite Village Phase 2 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Laura Coffman)
c. Valladares Estates – Pct. 1 (Dalia Valladares)
d. R.A.G. Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Roberto Gonzalez)
2. Final Approval of Subdivision Plat:
a. Cruz Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Pascual Cruz)
b. Alamo Corners Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Michael McCann)
3. Final Approval of Subdivision Plat with Financial Guarantee:
a. J.L. Cantu Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Alejandro Cantu)
b. Villegas Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Carlos Villegas)
a. Montana Sea Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Ruben Moreno)
b. Elite Village Phase 2 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Laura Coffman)
c. Valladares Estates – Pct. 1 (Dalia Valladares)
d. R.A.G. Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Roberto Gonzalez)
2. Final Approval of Subdivision Plat:
a. Cruz Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Pascual Cruz)
b. Alamo Corners Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Michael McCann)
3. Final Approval of Subdivision Plat with Financial Guarantee:
a. J.L. Cantu Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Alejandro Cantu)
b. Villegas Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Carlos Villegas)
B.
Approval of the following Certificates:
1.
Certificates of Plat & Utility Status under Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2.
Certificates of Residence Construction under Local Government Code Section 232.029(c)(1)
3.
Certificates of Water Service Availability under Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c)(2)
6.
Right of Way - Permits:
A.
1. North Alamo Water Supply:
a. Juan Munoz & Sons Subd.- (998' north of 14N on the west side of 4W)-Bore-3/4" service connection
b. Valladares Estates -1,295' north of 11N on the east side of 6.5W)- Bore- 3/4" service connection
c. Approximately 500' north of Highland on the east side of 85th St (San Carlos)- Bore- Angel E. Garcia-3/4" service connection
2. Sharyland Water Supply Corporation:
a. A 6" PVC waterline to begin 20 ft. South of the centerline of the intersection of Mile 16 Rd. & FM 2058; then to go West for a distance of approximately 5400'. Waterline to be located 5 ft. North of South R.O.W. line of Mile 16 Rd.
3. Border Comm/ XC Networks :
a. Bore & install fiber optic cable 300 ft from center of Levee at Anzalduas Park on Wing Road.
a. Juan Munoz & Sons Subd.- (998' north of 14N on the west side of 4W)-Bore-3/4" service connection
b. Valladares Estates -1,295' north of 11N on the east side of 6.5W)- Bore- 3/4" service connection
c. Approximately 500' north of Highland on the east side of 85th St (San Carlos)- Bore- Angel E. Garcia-3/4" service connection
2. Sharyland Water Supply Corporation:
a. A 6" PVC waterline to begin 20 ft. South of the centerline of the intersection of Mile 16 Rd. & FM 2058; then to go West for a distance of approximately 5400'. Waterline to be located 5 ft. North of South R.O.W. line of Mile 16 Rd.
3. Border Comm/ XC Networks :
a. Bore & install fiber optic cable 300 ft from center of Levee at Anzalduas Park on Wing Road.
B.
Crystal Gas Storage:
The TCEQ has instructed Crystal Gas Storage, Inc. and Occidental Petroleum,Inc. to perform additional groundwater sampling of monitor wells to the west and southeast of the Former Refinery property located at the southeast corner of FM 493 and a county road bordering the northern property boundary in La Blanca, Hidalgo County, Texas. Upon completion, wells will be plugged and abandoned in accordance with State Regulations.
The TCEQ has instructed Crystal Gas Storage, Inc. and Occidental Petroleum,Inc. to perform additional groundwater sampling of monitor wells to the west and southeast of the Former Refinery property located at the southeast corner of FM 493 and a county road bordering the northern property boundary in La Blanca, Hidalgo County, Texas. Upon completion, wells will be plugged and abandoned in accordance with State Regulations.
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
| Acct# | Payer | Amt |
| K2400.00.000.0069.13 | Bey LLC | $3398.15 |
| M2400.00.000.000A.00 | First American Controlled Disburstment | $77864.14 |
| M2400.00.000.000A.00 | First American Controlled Disburstment | $88534.51 |
| M2400.00.000.000A.00 | First American Controlled Disburstment | $154171.92 |
| P5370.00.000.0018.00 | Litton Loan Servicing | $3557.87 |
| W3800.00.178.0000.03 | Bac Tax Services | $3721.61 |
| W3800.00.178.0000.04 | Bac Tax Services | $2653.37 |
8.
Membership Dues:
A.
Health & Human Services:
Requesting approval for 2010 membership dues for Todd Buster, Animal Control Officer, for the Texas Animal Control Association in the amount of $50.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing prcoedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval for 2010 membership dues for Todd Buster, Animal Control Officer, for the Texas Animal Control Association in the amount of $50.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing prcoedures are completed by County Auditor.
9.
Auditor's Office:
A.
Approval of Monthly Financial Report for the Month of August 2010.
10.
Purchasing Department:
A.
Acceptance of proposal received from awarded vendor, Facility Solutions Group (FSG) through the County's participation/membership with TASB/Buyboard-Contract No. 290-08 for the "Purchase of 48" 15 watt LED Tube Lighting for the following County Buildings:
| New Administration Building (Corner of Highway 281 & Canton Rd-Edinburg, TX) | $134,487.60 |
| Precinct No. 3 Mutiplex & Mansion Buildings (Mission, TX) | $ 78,917.10 |
| Total Amount | $ 213,404.70 |
B.
Acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 2 with contractor M Construction, LTD for Brenda Gay Subdivision, Pct. No. 1 reflecting an increase of $9,730.00-addition of driveways, gates and line extensions added as submitted through project engineer, Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC-C-CAP-09-371-11-24.
C.
Acceptance and approval of revised schedule--extending completion time for Phase III to December 31, 2010 at no additional cost, as requested by RCC Consultants, awarded consultant as recommended by Chief Deputy, Anacleto Martinez for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office- "Professional Engineering Consulting Services for the Design of a New Communications System"-Contract No. C-09-122-10-20.
D.
Authority to purchase law enforcement hardware/software equipment for Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force from Cross Match Technologies, an awarded vendor through the Texas DIR-Contract No.-DIR-SDD-1024 totaling $13,664.50.
E.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (draft specifications/requirements, legal notice) for: "RFP for Quality Claims Adminsitration for Workers Compensation"-RFP No. 2010-266-10-27-otm.
F.
1. Approval to utilize the following cooperative purchasing vendors (as listed in detailed revised Exhibit(s) attached) for purchases on an "AS NEEDED BASIS" through our membership/participation with Texas Procurement and Support Services (TPASS), (DIR) Department of Information Resources, (TCPN) The Cooperative Purchasing Network, (HGAC), US Communities, (GSA) General Service Administration, (TASB-Buy Board) Texas Association of School Board, (TIPS) The Interlocal Purchasing System awarded pricing including, but not limited to, Precincts, Department, Programs, Agencies, etc. with term of authority to purchase from contract detailed herein commencing upon approval and expiring December 31, 2010.
2. Requesting authority to enter into a 36-month new Oce ColorWave 300 (LTOP) Lease to Ownership (capital) lease through our membership/participation with (TPSS) Texas Procurement & Support Services awarded vendor, Oce North America, Inc. contract #2-36010 for the County Clerk's Department through requisition #182490 for the lease payment in the amount of $823.00/month, also requesting authority to enter a 36-month maintenance agreement for the amount of $125.00/month, effective upon approval (0-1237-415-40-180-003-0-780/432):
2. Requesting authority to enter into a 36-month new Oce ColorWave 300 (LTOP) Lease to Ownership (capital) lease through our membership/participation with (TPSS) Texas Procurement & Support Services awarded vendor, Oce North America, Inc. contract #2-36010 for the County Clerk's Department through requisition #182490 for the lease payment in the amount of $823.00/month, also requesting authority to enter a 36-month maintenance agreement for the amount of $125.00/month, effective upon approval (0-1237-415-40-180-003-0-780/432):
G.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement etc.) as attached hereto for: "Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 (All funding sources)-Aggregate Limestone Grade 4-Type A"-RFB No.: 2010-277-10-20-SGS.
H.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement etc. as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County (Hidalgo County Facilities Management
department)-Carpentry, Construction & Building Supplies & Materials " RFB No. : 2010-215-00-00-MEG
department)-Carpentry, Construction & Building Supplies & Materials " RFB No. : 2010-215-00-00-MEG
I.
Requesting approval of a one (1) year period extension (first of two possible-provided in current contract) for: "Repairs, Removal & Installation of Mobile Radios, Computers and Other Emergency Miscellaneous Equipment" (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with: VIDEO SOUNDS & LIGHT, INC. - effective 09/28/10 - 09/27/11.
J.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (draft specifications/requirements, legal notice) for: "Excess Workers Compensation Insurance"-RFP No. 2010-267-10-27-otm.
K.
Approval of request for payment submitted by J. E. Saenz & Associates, Inc., including but not limited to, the following projects for Pct. #4:
1. Inv. #ENG 1334-$8,659.45-WA #1-contract #C-10-052-04-13/PO#639375-Trenton Road, Sandy Ridge & Sunflower Road Project;
2. Inv. #ENG1337-$10,000.00-WA #1-contract #C-10-072-03-23/PO# 638514-Paved/Unpaved Construction Projects-Amigo Park Subdivision.
1. Inv. #ENG 1334-$8,659.45-WA #1-contract #C-10-052-04-13/PO#639375-Trenton Road, Sandy Ridge & Sunflower Road Project;
2. Inv. #ENG1337-$10,000.00-WA #1-contract #C-10-072-03-23/PO# 638514-Paved/Unpaved Construction Projects-Amigo Park Subdivision.