CC CONSENT
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
November 30, 2010
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:
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being discussed separately unless requested by a Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 - DBM Budget Division (1100)
B.
2010 - County Judge's Office (1100)
C.
2010 - Emergency Management (1100)
D.
2010 - Planning Dept. (1100)
E.
2010 - Texas AgriLife Extension (1100)
F.
2010 - Court of Civil Appeals (1100)
G.
2010 - Elections Dept. (1283)
H.
2010 - Elections Dept. (1100)
I.
2010 - Tax Office (1100)
J.
2010 - Justice of the Peace Pct. 3, Pl 1 (1100)
K.
2010 - Constable Pct. #2 (1100)
L.
2010 - Constable Pct. #4 (1100)
M.
2010 - Health & Human Services Dept. (1100)
N.
2010 - Health & Human Services Dept. (1100)
O.
2010 - Health & Human Services Dept. (1293)
P.
2010 - Health & Human Services Dept. (1293)
Q.
2010 - Health & Human Services Dept. (1293)
R.
2010 - Facilities Management (1100)
S.
2010 - Facilities Management (1100)
T.
2010 - I.T. Dept. (1100)
U.
2010 - Adult Probation (1100)
V.
2010 - Co. Wide Adm. (1100)
W.
2010 - County Wide Administration (1100)
X.
2010 - Human Resources (1100)
Y.
2010 - Sheriff's Office Recovery Jag (1284)
Z.
2010 - Pct. #1 Road & Bridge (1200)
AA.
2010 - Pct. #1 BCAP (1312)
BB.
2010 - Pct. #2 San Juan CRC (1100)
CC.
2010 - Pct. #2 Parks (1100)
DD.
2010 - Pct. #2 R&B (1200)
EE.
2010 - Pct. #2 El Gato Rd (1200)
FF.
2010 - Pct. #3 BCAP (1312)
3.
2010 Interdepartmental Transfers:
A.
Public Defense (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfers from Co. Wide Adm. to Public Defense in the amount of $151,000.00.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfers from Co. Wide Adm. to Public Defense in the amount of $151,000.00.
B.
Elections Dept. (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm. to Elections Dept. in the amount of $263,202.79 to fund costs associated with compensation for Election Poll Workers.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm. to Elections Dept. in the amount of $263,202.79 to fund costs associated with compensation for Election Poll Workers.
C.
Emergency Services (1100):
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from various fire departments (program #'s 002, 007, 014, 015, 016, 026) into various fire departments (program #'s 004, 006, 009, 017) in the amount of $41,000.00 to fund fire call expenditures.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from various fire departments (program #'s 002, 007, 014, 015, 016, 026) into various fire departments (program #'s 004, 006, 009, 017) in the amount of $41,000.00 to fund fire call expenditures.
D.
Pct. #3 R&B (1200):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Precinct #3 Drainage Improvement Project to Precinct #3 Road Administration in the amount of $1,500.00 to fund appraisal services.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Precinct #3 Drainage Improvement Project to Precinct #3 Road Administration in the amount of $1,500.00 to fund appraisal services.
E.
Juvenile Probation (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm to Juvenile Probation in the amount of $156,000.00 to fund room and board expenditures for September.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm to Juvenile Probation in the amount of $156,000.00 to fund room and board expenditures for September.
F.
Co. Wide Adm. (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from DBM Budget Division to Co. Wide Adm in the total amount of $42,829.00.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from DBM Budget Division to Co. Wide Adm in the total amount of $42,829.00.
G.
Constable Pct. #4 (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm. to Constable Pct. #4 in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund fuel expenditures.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm. to Constable Pct. #4 in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund fuel expenditures.
H.
Pct. #2 R&B (1200):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Precinct #2 Paved/Unpaved Road (prog 006) to Precinct #2 L J Drain (S. of Owassa) (prog 038) in the amount of $60,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Precinct #2 Paved/Unpaved Road (prog 006) to Precinct #2 L J Drain (S. of Owassa) (prog 038) in the amount of $60,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
I.
Pct. #4 C.O. 2010 A&B Series (1342):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligations Series 2010A&B - Precinct #4 Drainage Improvement Project from (program 036) to:
in the total amount of $203,368.00 to fund September and October of 2010 Drainage Labor Reimbursements.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligations Series 2010A&B - Precinct #4 Drainage Improvement Project from (program 036) to:
|
Program#
|
Project Name
|
Amount
|
|
038
|
Aguilar Pond
|
176.98
|
|
039
|
Fike Pond
|
1,377.41
|
|
048
|
Dickerson Pond
|
99,240.81
|
|
049
|
North Branch Drain
|
79,164.37
|
|
052
|
Curry Drain
|
4,609.57
|
|
068
|
|
376.39
|
|
069
|
Bandera Estates
|
1,317.35
|
|
072
|
|
13,850.27
|
|
073
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Four Queens Sub.
|
1,693.74
|
|
074
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Faysville Pump
|
1,561.11
|
|
|
Total
|
203,368.00
|
J.
General Litigation (1100):
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm (pgm 002) to General Litigation (pgm 021) in the total amount of $80,000.00.
Approval of 2010 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm (pgm 002) to General Litigation (pgm 021) in the total amount of $80,000.00.
4.
Interfund transfers:
A.
Pct. #3 R&B (1200):
Approval to close the Road & Bridge funds for Precinct #3 (fund 1203) and transfer monies into R & B Co. Wide (fund 1200) in order to be in compliance with GASB 54 requirements.
Approval to close the Road & Bridge funds for Precinct #3 (fund 1203) and transfer monies into R & B Co. Wide (fund 1200) in order to be in compliance with GASB 54 requirements.
B.
Pct. #3 TxDot (1315):
Approval of 2010 interfund transfer from Precinct #3 Road & Bridge (1200) to TxDot Projects (1315) in the amount of $28,473.77 to fund legal services.
Approval of 2010 interfund transfer from Precinct #3 Road & Bridge (1200) to TxDot Projects (1315) in the amount of $28,473.77 to fund legal services.
5.
Planning Department:
A.
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. SBBI,INC. (Contractor)
a. Replacement of existing roadways that will be disturbed by irrigation canal construction. Paved Section of McColl Road; Caliche section of Jackson Road; Paved section of I Road; Caliche section of San Juan Road; Caliche section of Steward Road.
2. The North Alamo Water Supply Corporation:
a. Dimas Sub L9 (10N SS/W VICT)- Bore- Flor Estella Escanuela- 3/4" service connection
b. Approximately 500' west of FM 1015 on the north side of Mile 11N- Bore- Martha Villarreal- 3/4" serv conn
c. Approximately 500' north of mile 11N on the east sideof Mile 6.5W- Bore- Yadira S. Garcia- 3/4" serv conn
a. Replacement of existing roadways that will be disturbed by irrigation canal construction. Paved Section of McColl Road; Caliche section of Jackson Road; Paved section of I Road; Caliche section of San Juan Road; Caliche section of Steward Road.
2. The North Alamo Water Supply Corporation:
a. Dimas Sub L9 (10N SS/W VICT)- Bore- Flor Estella Escanuela- 3/4" service connection
b. Approximately 500' west of FM 1015 on the north side of Mile 11N- Bore- Martha Villarreal- 3/4" serv conn
c. Approximately 500' north of mile 11N on the east sideof Mile 6.5W- Bore- Yadira S. Garcia- 3/4" serv conn
7.
Budget & Management:
A.
Self-Insured Workers' Comp. (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management in the amount of $92,721.12 for the period of 10/16/2010 to 11/15/2010 and requesting approval of wire transfer
Requesting approval of reimbursement of Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management in the amount of $92,721.12 for the period of 10/16/2010 to 11/15/2010 and requesting approval of wire transfer
B.
Salaries and Fringes Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer General Fund lapsed salaries and fringe benefits from various departments to the County Wide Administration Contingency account.
8.
Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
A.
Approval of 457 Plan Hardship withdrawal request for employee #076945
9.
Tax Refunds:
A.
| Acct# | Payer | Amt |
| H3945.99.000.003A.05 | El Paraiso Del Caribe | $6325.61 |
| H3945.99.000.003A.05 | El Paraiso Del Caribe | $4876.41 |
| S1000.99.000.0000.E7 | Transportation Alliance Bank | $2578.96 |
| T2100.99.000.0000.E9 | Manufacturer Services | $8394.51 |
10.
Urban County:
A.
Request approval to enter into one (1) "Homebuyer Assistance Program" Contract under the Home Program.
B.
Request for approval of one (1) applicant in the City of La Joya and one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the HOME Homeowner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
11.
Purchasing Department:
A.
1. Requesting the surplus of the fueling pump property adjacent to the former Pct. 3 Administration and Shop Complex-Vacant Lots described as: Mission Original Townsite, Lots 4 through 9, Block 205;
2. Pursuant to Texas Loca Government Code Chapter 273, including, but not limited to:
a) Under 273.001 (a)- requesting authority to publish an ad for the Sale of Property described as Vacant Lots described as: Mission Original Townsite, Lots 4 through 9, Block 205;
b) Under 273.001 (b)- requesting authority to sell the property described as Mission Original Townsite, Lots 4 through 9, Block 205;
c) Authority to request a fair market value appraisal (so as to determine the minimum bid) for the property described as Mission Original Townsite, Lots 4 through 9, Block 205;
2. Pursuant to Texas Loca Government Code Chapter 273, including, but not limited to:
a) Under 273.001 (a)- requesting authority to publish an ad for the Sale of Property described as Vacant Lots described as: Mission Original Townsite, Lots 4 through 9, Block 205;
b) Under 273.001 (b)- requesting authority to sell the property described as Mission Original Townsite, Lots 4 through 9, Block 205;
c) Authority to request a fair market value appraisal (so as to determine the minimum bid) for the property described as Mission Original Townsite, Lots 4 through 9, Block 205;
B.
Requesting ratification-extension of opening date (through Addenda) for Request for Bids: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 "Tower Road Phase 2 Road and Drainage Improvements" (RFB No. 2010-363-11-24-MSS) from Wednesday, November 24, 2010 to December 15, 2010, as requested by project Engineer, Raul Sesin, P.E. Hidalgo County Planning Department.
C.
Requesting authority to advertise for Road & Drainage Construction of Morningside South, a 3rd call BCAP Project with plans and specifications drafted by project engineer.
D.
Cooperative Agreements:
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.
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.
E.
Authority to reject sole bid received STX Communication, dba, Cricket Communications for: "Flat Rate Wireless Service to Include Equipment and Other Products for Hidalgo County" as recommended and requested by IT Department, inasmuch as services will be provided thru authorized and awarded state, DIR, or cooperative purchasing program vendors.
F.
Requesting authority to exercise the additional sixty (60) day grace period extensions as provided in current contracts for: "Pipes" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with the following awarded vendors effective January 01, 2011 through March 01, 2011 while the procurement process is completed:
1. Rio Valley Pipe, LTD;
2. Hanson Pipe & Precast;
3. ACT Pipe & Supply;
4. Alamo Concrete Products;
5. Contech Construction Products, Inc.
1. Rio Valley Pipe, LTD;
2. Hanson Pipe & Precast;
3. ACT Pipe & Supply;
4. Alamo Concrete Products;
5. Contech Construction Products, Inc.
G.
Requesting approval to exercise the County's option to utilize and extend the final year for Contract #C-09-406-10-27-Magic Valley Concrete For Concrete Mix & Delivery Service for Hidalgo County, at the same rates, terms and conditions as stipulated in the contract.
H.
Requesting approval to exercise the County's option to utilize and extend the final year for Contract #C-08-443-12-16-VSL, INC.-Repairs, Removal and Installation of Mobile Radios, Computers and Other Miscellaneous Equipment for Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office and HIDTA Task Force, under the same rates terms and conditions as stipulated in the contract.
I.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. qualifications, requirements, and scope of services, etc.) as attached hereto for: "Hidalgo County Pool of Professional Services" for:
1. Engineering Services (RFQ No. 2011-001-12-29-YSI)
2. Architectural Services (RFQ No. 2011-002-12-29-CGV)
3. Real Estate Appraiser Services (RFQ No. 2011-003-12-29-SMA)
4. Surveyor Services (RFQ No. 2011-003a-12-29-SMA)
5. Construction Materials Testing (RFQ No. 2011-004-12-29-MEG)
for selection on an "as needed basis" (through a grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol - as established by CC) per project by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, Precincts, all County Departments and/or applicable Programs or Agencies requiring said services effective 2-09-2011 for a period of one (1) year.
1. Engineering Services (RFQ No. 2011-001-12-29-YSI)
2. Architectural Services (RFQ No. 2011-002-12-29-CGV)
3. Real Estate Appraiser Services (RFQ No. 2011-003-12-29-SMA)
4. Surveyor Services (RFQ No. 2011-003a-12-29-SMA)
5. Construction Materials Testing (RFQ No. 2011-004-12-29-MEG)
for selection on an "as needed basis" (through a grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol - as established by CC) per project by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, Precincts, all County Departments and/or applicable Programs or Agencies requiring said services effective 2-09-2011 for a period of one (1) year.
J.
1. Requesting authority to exercise the third (3rd) year of the five (5) one (1) year term option to extend/renew as provided in current INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT #E-09-509-12-15 for the: "Screening Assessments and Psychiatric Evaluation of Inmates Incarcerated at the County Jail" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, under the same rates, terms and conditions with by and between TROPICAL TEXAS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER (MHMR) and HIDLAGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE-(Effective 01/01/11 - 12/31/11).
2. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) year of the two (2) one (1) year term option to extend/renew as provided in the current Contract# C-09-217-11-10 for the purposes of: "MOBILE X-RAY SERVICES" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, under the same rates, terms and conditions with CALERA, INC. d/b/a RIO GRANDE VALLEY MOBILE X-RAYS-(Effective 01/01/11 - 12/31/11).
2. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) year of the two (2) one (1) year term option to extend/renew as provided in the current Contract# C-09-217-11-10 for the purposes of: "MOBILE X-RAY SERVICES" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, under the same rates, terms and conditions with CALERA, INC. d/b/a RIO GRANDE VALLEY MOBILE X-RAYS-(Effective 01/01/11 - 12/31/11).