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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING December 29, 2011 9:30 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held at Edinburg Council Chambers, 415 W. University Drive, 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.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Open Forum
6.
Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
A.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
2. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation"
2. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation"
B.
Request for use of Hidalgo County Courthouse for 2012 Mock Trail Competition to be held on Saturday, January 28, 2012 and Monday, January 30, 2012 - 430th District Court (evening)
7.
Constables:
A.
Constable Pct. #3:
Pursuant to the fuel policy, we are requesting approval to reimburse Deputy Hugo Rangel for the purchase of fuel for county vehicle unit #320 assigned to him, with authority for the county treasurer's office to issue payment/check after auditing procedures are completed.
Pursuant to the fuel policy, we are requesting approval to reimburse Deputy Hugo Rangel for the purchase of fuel for county vehicle unit #320 assigned to him, with authority for the county treasurer's office to issue payment/check after auditing procedures are completed.
B.
Constable Pct. #3 (1100)/ HIDTA Chapter 59 (1251):
1. Approval of the following redistribution of cost allocation to pay 100% of all compensation from the Constable Precinct No. 3 (1100) account due to a reduction in HIDTA CH 59 funds, as listed below, effective 01/01/2012:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval of the following redistribution of cost allocation to pay 100% of all compensation from the Constable Precinct No. 3 (1100) account due to a reduction in HIDTA CH 59 funds, as listed below, effective 01/01/2012:
| Emp. No. | Position Title/ Grade |
Slot No. |
Dept./ Fund | Current Cost Allocation Distribution (%) |
Proposed Cost Allocation Distribution (%) (All compensation) |
| 087319 | Sr. Deputy Constable Step III | 0009 | Constable Pct No. 3 (1100) | 50% | 100% |
| G020 | HIDTA-Chapter 59 (1251) (Deleted- Ref AI-30065) |
50% | 0% |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
8.
County Judge's Office:
A.
Approval of an order of the Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court for the support of recapturing local funding used for the construction and rehabilitation of flood control projects through legislation and/or an administrative fix at the administrative level.
B.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of amendments to the Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatements in Hidalgo County.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County, Cinch Connectors Inc., and Verde McAllen Land LP and approval for County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign the agreement after legal counsel has reviewed and finalized the agreement.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County, Cinch Connectors Inc., and Verde McAllen Land LP and approval for County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign the agreement after legal counsel has reviewed and finalized the agreement.
C.
1. Order approving Interlocal Agreement with Hidalgo County RMA for Transportation Reinvestment Zone #2, County of Hidalgo.
2. Approval of an Order calling for the designation of Hidalgo County Transportation Reinvestment Zone #2, the assessment and future abatement or granting of other relief from ad valorem taxes on property located in Hidalgo County Transportation Reinvestment Zone #2, and rescinding that certain order calling for the designation of Hidalgo County Transportation Reinvestment Zone #1.
2. Approval of an Order calling for the designation of Hidalgo County Transportation Reinvestment Zone #2, the assessment and future abatement or granting of other relief from ad valorem taxes on property located in Hidalgo County Transportation Reinvestment Zone #2, and rescinding that certain order calling for the designation of Hidalgo County Transportation Reinvestment Zone #1.
D.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of revised 1st Amendment to Economic Development Agreement with First Hartford Realty Corporation regarding City of Edinburg, Texas Reinvestment Zone Number One and the development known generally as "The Shoppes at Rio Grande Valley" and authority for the County Judge to sign the revised document.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval for County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign the General Certificate concerning a series of bonds styled City of Edinburg, Texas, Local Government Finance Corporation Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2011 after legal counsel has reviewed and finalized the certificate.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval for County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign the General Certificate concerning a series of bonds styled City of Edinburg, Texas, Local Government Finance Corporation Contract Revenue Bonds, Series 2011 after legal counsel has reviewed and finalized the certificate.
9.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
1. Approval to create one (1) full time Administrative Assistant IV position, slot no. 0070, grade 10, effective 01/01/12.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
B.
County Clerk Record Archive (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
2. Approval of appropriation of funds.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| T009 | Assistant Deputy County Clerk | 3 |
2. Approval of appropriation of funds.
10.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Sheriff's Office (1284):
1. Approval to rescind action taken on 11/22/11 (AI #29556) as follows:
a. Approval of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District/Houston Division Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
b. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract.
c. Approval to appropriate OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $17,195.14 for equipment.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of REVISED Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District/Houston Division Office (OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81). Revised amount $17,195.29; revised Strategic Initiative # SW-TXS-0811.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract.
4. Approval to appropriate revised OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $17,195.29 for equipment.
1. Approval to rescind action taken on 11/22/11 (AI #29556) as follows:
a. Approval of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District/Houston Division Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
b. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract.
c. Approval to appropriate OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $17,195.14 for equipment.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of REVISED Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District/Houston Division Office (OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81). Revised amount $17,195.29; revised Strategic Initiative # SW-TXS-0811.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract.
4. Approval to appropriate revised OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $17,195.29 for equipment.
11.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
12.
I.T. Dept. - Renan Ramirez:
A.
Information Technology (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| T033 | LUCA Program Clerk | 18,720.00 |
| T034 | LUCA Program Clerk | 18,720.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
13.
Juvenile Probation - Buddy Silva:
A.
Juvenile Probation (1100):
Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
| Pgm. | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Juvenile Probation | T053 | JCCC Monitor | 5,850.00 |
| Juvenile Probation | T054 | JCCC Monitor | 5,850.00 |
| Juvenile Probation | T055 | JCCC Monitor | 5,850.00 |
| Juvenile Probation | T056 | JCCC Monitor | 5,850.00 |
| TJPC-A/ TJJD | T030 | JCCC Monitor | 5,850.00 |
| TJPC-A/ TJJD | T031 | JCCC Monitor | 5,850.00 |
14.
Fire Marshal's Office - Juan Martinez:
A.
Discussion and approval of the following 2011 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Cooperation Agreement(s):
1. City of La Villa
1. City of La Villa
15.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
Requesting authorization to amend the Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) contract with Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) and the Hidalgo County Urban County Program. The amendment will reduce the current contract amount of $639,296.66 by $113,794.81. The amended contract amount for VIDA will be $525,501.85. The amendment will also increase and decrease budgeted amounts within both Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing categories.
B.
Urban County Program on behalf of Precinct No. 3 is requesting approval of best and final negotiated contract with Javier Hinojosa Engineering in the amount of $93,987.70, utilizing Years 18, 20, 23, and 24 (2005, 2007, 2010 and 2011) funds for Engineering Services for Street Improvements in Sullivan City and Precinct No. 3 area.
C.
Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Penitas is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract with Rike Ogden Figueroa Architects, Inc. in the amount of $13,000.00 utilizing Year 23 (2010) funds for architectural services for Public Facility Improvements for the Penitas Memorial located in Penitas, Texas.
D.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (A) (4) for professional engineer services:
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners' Court of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the Precinct No. 3, Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department in connection with and funded through the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Texas Community Development Block Grant (TXCDBG) Program for the 2011 Colonia Economically Distress Area Program (CEDAP) Contract # 711195 – Rehabilitation Single-Unit Sewer Service: Construction for colonias in the City of Sullivan ETJ area in Precinct No. 3.
3. Authority to negotiate a professional service contract with the No. 1 rank firm __________________ for a TDA TxCDBG CEDAP, and Urban County Program – Precinct # 3 – Rehabilitation Single-Unit Sewer Service Improvements Project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners' Court of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the Precinct No. 3, Urban County Program and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department in connection with and funded through the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Texas Community Development Block Grant (TXCDBG) Program for the 2011 Colonia Economically Distress Area Program (CEDAP) Contract # 711195 – Rehabilitation Single-Unit Sewer Service: Construction for colonias in the City of Sullivan ETJ area in Precinct No. 3.
| FIRM | GRADE | RANK |
| Javier Hinojosa Engineering | 95.67% | |
| Izaguirre Engineering Group LLC | 88.34% | |
| Barrera Torres Infrastructure | 82.67% |
3. Authority to negotiate a professional service contract with the No. 1 rank firm __________________ for a TDA TxCDBG CEDAP, and Urban County Program – Precinct # 3 – Rehabilitation Single-Unit Sewer Service Improvements Project.
16.
Elections Administration - Yvonne Ramon:
A.
1. Approval to delete one (1) vacant full-time Voter Registration Specialist I postion, slot no. 0021, grade 5.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
B.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
| Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| T123 | Data Entry Clerk I | 1 |
| T124 | Data Entry Clerk I | 1 |
| T125 | Data Entry Clerk I | 1 |
| T126 | Data Entry Clerk I | 1 |
| T127 | Data Entry Clerk I | 1 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
17.
Auditor's Office - Ray Eufracio:
A.
Resolution honoring county employee, Rolando Lopez, on his retirement.
18.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Quintanilla:
A.
Pct. #1 Rd Maint. (1200):
1. Approval to delete the following vacant full-time positions, effective 01/01/2012:
2. Approval to create the following positions, effective 01/01/2012:
1. Approval to delete the following vacant full-time positions, effective 01/01/2012:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0023 | Maintenance III | 34,167.00 |
| 0042 | Maintenance II | 27,562.00 |
| 0048 | Truck Driver III | 26,000.00 |
| 0073 | Maintenance III | 33,600.00 |
| 0099 | Clerk I | 21,164.00 |
2. Approval to create the following positions, effective 01/01/2012:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0126 | Maintenance II | 21,653.00 |
| 0127 | Maintenance II | 21,653.00 |
| 0128 | Maintenance II | 21,653.00 |
| 0129 | Maintenance II | 21,653.00 |
| 0130 | Maintenance II | 21,653.00 |
| 0131 | Clerk I (part-time) | 24,000.00 ($11.5385 per hr) |
3. Approval of intradepartmental transfer
4. Approval of the revised salary schedule.
4. Approval of the revised salary schedule.
19.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2012:
2. Approval to transfer the following positions and employees, effective 01/01/2012:
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
| Action | Department/Program | Position Title | Slot No. | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | Sanitation (123-001) | Truck Driver III | 0009 | $28,000.00 |
| Delete | Drainage Improvement Project (123-049) | Pipe Layer/ Fitter | 0013 | $27,000.00 |
| Delete | Rd. Maintenance (123-005) | Heavy Equipment Operator III | 0025 | $29,852.00 |
| Create | Rd. Maintenance (123-005) | Truck Driver III | 0084 | $32,000.00 |
2. Approval to transfer the following positions and employees, effective 01/01/2012:
| From | To | |||||
| Emp. No. | Position Title | Pgm. | Slot No. | Pgm. | Slot No. | Budgeted Salary |
| 152951 | Office Clerk | Rd Maintenance | 0029 | Drainage Imprv. Proj. | 0016 | 29,040.00 |
| 150029 | Maintenance III | Rd Maintenance | 0052 | Drainage Imprv. Proj. | 0017 | 28,000.00 |
| 160776 | Truck Driver I | Rd Maintenance | 0045 | Drainage Imprv. Proj. | 0018 | 32,000.00 |
| 171549 | Excavator/ Heavy Equipment Operator | Drainage Imprv. Proj. | 0009 | Rd Maintenance | 0085 | 40,425.00 |
| 147966 | Maintenance I | Sanitation | 0029 | Rd Maintenance | 0086 | 24,880.00 |
| 060836 | Truck Driver III | Rd Maintenance | 0036 | Sanitation | 0040 | 32,000.00 |
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
B.
Pct. 3 Rd Maintenance (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| T070 | Office Clerk | 18,720.00 |
| T071 | Office Clerk | 18,720.00 |
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
20.
Precinct #4 - Comm. J. Palacios:
A.
Pct. 4 Rd Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval to delete one (1) vacant full-time Program Manager position, slot no. 0071, budgeted salary $58,888.00, effective 01/01/2012.
2. Approval of the revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to delete one (1) vacant full-time Program Manager position, slot no. 0071, budgeted salary $58,888.00, effective 01/01/2012.
2. Approval of the revised salary schedule.
21.
District Attorney's Office - Roy Cazares:
A.
1. D.A. HB65 Investigation Fund (1223):
a. Approval of 2012 District Attorney's Office Investigation HB65 Fund Budget.
b. Approval of appropriation of funds under the DA Investigation HB65 Fund 1223.
c. Approval to delete the following cost allocation of a vacant position:
d. Approval of 2012 salary schedule.
2. D.A. General Fund (1100)/ Bad Checks (1222):
a. Approval of the following personnel actions:
a. Approval of 2012 District Attorney's Office Investigation HB65 Fund Budget.
b. Approval of appropriation of funds under the DA Investigation HB65 Fund 1223.
c. Approval to delete the following cost allocation of a vacant position:
| Position Title | Grade | Slot No. | Department/Program No. | Cost Allocation % |
| Assistant District Attorney II | 14 | 0065 | 080-007- DA Investigation HB 65 | 1.7000% |
d. Approval of 2012 salary schedule.
2. D.A. General Fund (1100)/ Bad Checks (1222):
a. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Position Title | Grade | Slot No. | Department/Program No. | Cost Allocation % |
| Delete | Assistant District Attorney II | 14 | 0037 | 080-002- Crim DA | 98.3000% |
| Create | Assistant District Attorney III | 16 |
0098
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080-002 Crim DA (Add Auto Allowance-$900.00) |
84.2770% |
| Create | 0025 | 080-006 Bad Checks | 15.7230% |
b. Approval of 2012 Criminal DA revised salary schedule (see caption #3.d for Bad Checks salary schedule).
3. D.A. Bad Checks Account (1222):
a. Approval of 2012 District Attorney's Office Bad Checks Budget.
b. Approval of appropriation of funds under the D.A. Bad Check Fund 1222.
c. Approval to create the following temporary part time positions:
4. D.A. Motor Vehicle Theft (1221):
a. Approval of 2012 District Attorney's Office DA Motor Vehicle Theft Budget.
b. Approval of appropriation of funds under the D.A. Motor Vehicle Theft Fund (new account).
5. D.A. Membership Dues:
Requesting approval to pay 2012 membership dues for TDCAA for the District Attorney's Office employees, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor
6. D.A. BPU (1281):
Requesting approval to continue payroll in calendar year 2012 for two (2) employees in the DA Border Prosecution Intitiative grant (2-1281-412-00-080-012-1-XXX) pending grant award.
7. Pretrial Intervention Program:
Approval to collect fee not to exceed $500.00 for the purpose of administering a Pretrial Intervention Program in accordance with Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 102.0121 to be effective on January 1, 2012.
a. Approval of 2012 District Attorney's Office Bad Checks Budget.
b. Approval of appropriation of funds under the D.A. Bad Check Fund 1222.
c. Approval to create the following temporary part time positions:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| T023 | Clerk II | 3 |
| T024 | Clerk II | 3 |
d. Approval of 2012 salary schedule.
a. Approval of 2012 District Attorney's Office DA Motor Vehicle Theft Budget.
b. Approval of appropriation of funds under the D.A. Motor Vehicle Theft Fund (new account).
5. D.A. Membership Dues:
Requesting approval to pay 2012 membership dues for TDCAA for the District Attorney's Office employees, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor
6. D.A. BPU (1281):
Requesting approval to continue payroll in calendar year 2012 for two (2) employees in the DA Border Prosecution Intitiative grant (2-1281-412-00-080-012-1-XXX) pending grant award.
7. Pretrial Intervention Program:
Approval to collect fee not to exceed $500.00 for the purpose of administering a Pretrial Intervention Program in accordance with Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 102.0121 to be effective on January 1, 2012.
B.
DA Bad Ck (1222) & DA State Supplement (1281):
Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
Discussion, consideration and approval to extend the following temporary positions approved in 2011 and needed in 2012:
| Pgm. | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| DA Bad Ck | T009 | Clerk IV | 7 |
| DA Bad Ck | T011 | Clerk I | 1 |
| DA Bad Ck | T020 | Clerk I | 1 |
| DA State Supplement | T001 | Clerk I | 1 |
| DA State Supplement | T002 | Clerk I | 1 |
| DA State Supplement | T003 | Clerk I | 1 |
22.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
Authorization to purchase wireless service through the County's membership/participation with awarded vendor VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| QTY | USER | MONTHLY PLAN | EQUIPMENT COST |
| 2 | Office Use | Broadband Access - State of Tx @$37.99 + $5.00 (taxes & fees)=$43.00x2=$86.00/mo | $0.00 |
B.
HIDTA Chapter 59 (1251)/ HIDTA Task Force (1291)/ US Treasury (1252)/ US Justice (1254)
1. Approval to delete the following positions/cost allocations, effective 01/01/2012:
2. Approval to delete, create and/or adjust the following cost allocations and pay employees as stated below, effective 01/01/2012:
3. Approval of the revised salary schedules.
4. Approval to unappropriate funds in the amount of $266,258.19 from the HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Budget(fund 1251).
5. Approval of 2012 HIDTA Task Force - U.S. Treasury Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (fund 1252) and approval of overtime pay.
6. Approval of 2012 HIDTA Task Force - U.S. Justice Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (fund 1254).
1. Approval to delete the following positions/cost allocations, effective 01/01/2012:
| Action | Program | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | HIDTA Ch59 (1251) | G002 | Assistant DA IV | 18 | |
| Delete | HIDTA Grant (1291) | G002 | Assistant DA IV | 18 | |
| Delete | HIDTA Ch59 (1251) | G016 | Criminal Investigator I | 12 | |
| Delete (Cost Allocation) |
HIDTA Ch59 (1251) | G020 | Sr. Deputy Constable Step III | - | 22,388.00 |
| Delete | HIDTA Ch59 (1251) | G021 | Clerk I | 1 | |
| Delete | HIDTA Ch59 (1251) | G022 | Criminal Investigator II | 14 | |
| Delete | HIDTA Ch59 (1251) | G023 | Criminal Investigator II | 14 | |
| Delete | HIDTA US Treasury (1252) | G001 | Criminal Investigator III | 16 |
2. Approval to delete, create and/or adjust the following cost allocations and pay employees as stated below, effective 01/01/2012:
| Action | Emp. No. | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade | Program | Curr.% Cost Alloc. |
Proposed% Cost Alloc. |
| Adjust Cost alloc. |
057347 | G012 | Administrative Assistant III | 8 | HIDTA Ch 59 (1251) |
28.3194% | 100.0000% |
| Delete | 057347 | G012 | Admini strative Assistant III | 8 | HIDTA Grant (1291) |
71.6806% | - |
| Adjust Cost alloc. |
175145 | G018 | Criminal Investigator II | 14 | HIDTA Ch 59 (1251) |
100.0000% | 26.7772% |
| Create | 175145 | G013 | Criminal Investigator II | 14 | HIDTA Grant (1291) |
- | 73.2228% |
| Create | - | G024 | Criminal Investigator III | 16 | HIDTA Ch 59 (1251) |
- | 28.9635% |
| Create | - | G014 | Criminal Investigator III | 16 | HIDTA Grant (1291) |
- | 71.0365% |
3. Approval of the revised salary schedules.
4. Approval to unappropriate funds in the amount of $266,258.19 from the HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Budget(fund 1251).
5. Approval of 2012 HIDTA Task Force - U.S. Treasury Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (fund 1252) and approval of overtime pay.
6. Approval of 2012 HIDTA Task Force - U.S. Justice Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (fund 1254).
23.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
2012 Budget Process:
1. Approval of the 2012 Budget at the Department level.
2. Designate the Budget Officer, subject to conditions and directions provided by Commissioners' Court, to transfer amounts from certain budgeted items to other budgeted items as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070C(2).
3. Designate the General Fund and Special Revenue Funds as the salary fund for their respective accounts as per Texas Local Government Code Section 154.042.
1. Approval of the 2012 Budget at the Department level.
2. Designate the Budget Officer, subject to conditions and directions provided by Commissioners' Court, to transfer amounts from certain budgeted items to other budgeted items as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070C(2).
3. Designate the General Fund and Special Revenue Funds as the salary fund for their respective accounts as per Texas Local Government Code Section 154.042.
B.
Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of January through December 2011.
C.
1. Approval to correct the following salary and/or allowances for the following positions due to a typographical error during the budget process.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
| Department | Slot No. | Position Title | Type of Pay | Adopted Amount | Correct Amount |
| Sheriff | 0364 | Crime Victim Coordinator | Salary | $37,109.00 | $38,411.00 |
| Sheriff | 0155 | Sr. Deputy Sheriff Step I | Assignment Pay | $0.00 | $2,100.00 |
| Sheriff | 0155 | Sr. Deputy Sheriff Step I | Clothing | $0.00 | $500.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
D.
1. Approval and acceptance of Order dated September 29, 2011 setting salary of Court Reporters for 2012.
2. Approval and acceptance of Order dated December 15, 2011 setting salary of County Court at Law No. 7 Court Reporter effective December 15, 2011 (2011) and January 02, 2012 (2012).
3. Approval and acceptance of Order dated September 29, 2011 setting salary of County Auditor, Assistant County Auditors, and Budget of County Auditor for 2012.
4. Approval of Interdepartmental/intradepartmental transfer(s).
2. Approval and acceptance of Order dated December 15, 2011 setting salary of County Court at Law No. 7 Court Reporter effective December 15, 2011 (2011) and January 02, 2012 (2012).
3. Approval and acceptance of Order dated September 29, 2011 setting salary of County Auditor, Assistant County Auditors, and Budget of County Auditor for 2012.
4. Approval of Interdepartmental/intradepartmental transfer(s).
E.
Sanitation Pct. #2 (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval on payment of backpay in the amount of $3,571.01 for employee no. 174696, for meeting the probationary requirements of the Law Enforcement Grade and Step Pay Plan on 12/22/2009.
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval on payment of backpay in the amount of $3,571.01 for employee no. 174696, for meeting the probationary requirements of the Law Enforcement Grade and Step Pay Plan on 12/22/2009.
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
F.
District Courts & County Courts At Law:
1. Acceptance of written notification by the following District Court & County Court At Law Judges, to set the salary for the Bailiff positions as follows, as per Government Code 53.009 (e), effective 01/01/2012:
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfers.
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Acceptance of written notification by the following District Court & County Court At Law Judges, to set the salary for the Bailiff positions as follows, as per Government Code 53.009 (e), effective 01/01/2012:
| Dept. | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary |
New Budgeted Salary |
| 139th DC | 0003 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 40,870.00 | 42,504.00 |
| 275th DC | 0003 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 53,195.00 | 56,695.00 |
| 370th DC | 0004 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 46,520.00 | 53,460.00 |
| 389th DC | 0003 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 48,927.00 | 50,427.00 |
| 398th DC | 0004 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 49,580.00 | 51,067.00 |
| 430th DC | 0005 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 56,000.00 | 57,500.00 |
| CCL #5 | 0006 | Bailiff | 40,077.00 | 45,077.00 |
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfers.
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
G.
Salary Schedule Changes:
1.
a. Discussion, consideration and approval of positions created, adjusted and approved after September 27, 2011 (2012 Budget Adoption date) for the following agenda items listed below, effective 01/01/2012:
1. Sheriff (1100) / Courthouse Security (1241):
Approval of employee transfers as follows, as per section 3.49 of the Civil Service Commission Rules, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
2. Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
1. Sheriff (1100) / Courthouse Security (1241):
Approval of employee transfers as follows, as per section 3.49 of the Civil Service Commission Rules, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
|
FROM
|
TO
|
||||||
|
Previous CC Approved Date |
Employee No. |
Position Title
|
Dept. Name/No.
|
Slot No. |
Dept. Name/No.
|
Slot No. |
Budgeted Salary |
|
09/27/11
|
139041
|
Deputy Sheriff Step I
|
Courthouse Sec.
(115-044) |
0012
|
Sheriff
(280-001) |
0093
|
38,000.00
|
|
09/27/11
|
174467
|
Deputy Sheriff Step I
|
Sheriff
(280-001) |
0093
|
Courthouse Sec.
(115-044) |
0012
|
38,000.00
|
2. Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| 09/27/11 | Create | 0136 | Deputy Clerk I | 5 |
3. WIC (1292):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Dept./Pgm | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| 09/27/11 | Delete | WIC Adm. | 0072 | Administrative Assistant II | 6 |
| 09/27/11 | Delete | WIC Adm. | 0230 | Mobile Clinic Coordinator | 6 |
| 09/27/11 | Create | WIC Adm. | 0241 | WIC Certification Specialist I | 5 |
| 09/27/11 | Create | WIC Adm. | 0242 | Nutritionist II | 13 |
| 09/27/11 | Delete | WIC BF | 0002 | Peer Counselor I | 2 |
| 09/27/11 | Delete | WIC BF | 0006 | Peer Counselor I | 2 |
4. Co. Wide Mechanic Shop (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 09/27/11 | Delete | 0005 | Truck Driver III | 29,352.00 |
| 09/27/11 | Create | 0007 | Mechanic III | 31,195.00 |
5. County Court At Law No. 7 (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 10/04/11 | Create | 0002 | Court Reporter | 73,000.00 |
| 10/04/11 | Create | 0003 | Court Coordinator | 55,000.00 |
| 10/04/11 | Create | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator | 45,000.00 |
| 10/04/11 | Create | 0005 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 41,000.00 |
| 10/11/11 | Create | 0001 | Judge Court At Law | 142,915.00 |
| 10/11/11 | Authorize Auto Allowance |
0001 | Judge Court At Law | 8,000.00 |
| 10/11/11 | Authorize Interpreter Pay |
0005 | Bailiff/ Interpreter | 3,300.00 |
6. District Attorney (1100) & (1281):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Pgm. | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| 10/04/11 | Delete | Border Prosectution Initiative (1281) | 0003 | Administrative Assistant I | 4 |
| 10/04/11 | Create | Border Prosectution Initiative (1281) |
0004 | Assistant D.A. IV (add Auto Allowance = $900.00) |
18 |
| 10/18/11 | Create | Criminal DA (1100) | 0096 | Administrative Assistant II | 6 |
| 10/18/11 | Create | Criminal DA (1100) | 0097 | Assistant District Attorney III (Add Auto Allowance = $900.00) |
16 |
7. Crim DA (1100)/ Invest. HB 65 (1223):
Approval of the following personnel actions, as previously approved by CC on 10/04/11:
Approval of the following personnel actions, as previously approved by CC on 10/04/11:
| Action | Program | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade | % Distribution |
| Delete | CRIM DA 080-002 |
0054 | Criminal Investigator I | 12 | 90.57% |
| DA INVEST. HB65 080-007 |
0026 | 9.43% | |||
| Create | CRIM DA 080-002 |
0095 | Assistant District Attorney II (Add Auto Allowance = $900.00) |
14 | 91.07% |
| DA INVEST. HB65 080-007 |
0071 | 8.93% |
8. HIDTA Task Force (1291)/ HIDTA Ch 59 (1251):
Approval to redistribute the cost allocations to one (1) vacant Criminal Investigator I position, as previously approved by CC on 10/04/11:
Approval to redistribute the cost allocations to one (1) vacant Criminal Investigator I position, as previously approved by CC on 10/04/11:
| Position Title | Grade | Slot No. | Dept./ Fund | Current Cost Allocation Distribution (%) |
Proposed Cost Allocation Distribution (%) |
| Criminal Investigator I | 12 | G003 | HIDTA Chapter 59 (1251) | 22.71% | 25.08% |
| G003 | HIDTA Task Force (1291) | 77.29% | 74.92% |
9. HIDTA (1291)/ US Treasury (1252):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Dept. | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| 10/18/11 | Create | US Treasury (1252) |
G001 | Criminal Investigator III | 16 |
| 11/08/11 | Delete | HIDTA Task Force (1291) | G001 | Administrative Assistant IV | 10 |
10. Purchasing Dept. (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
Approval of the following personnel actions, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade | Reset Step |
| 10/18/11 | Delete | 0015 | Buyer II | 9 | - |
| 10/18/11 | Create | 0031 | Clerk III | 5 | - |
| 11/22/11 | Reset Salary | 0031 | Clerk III | 5 | 3 |
11. District Clerk (1100):
Approval to create one (1) full time Deputy District Clerk I position, slot no. 0073, grade 5, as previously approved by CC on 10/18/2011.
12. Adult Probation - DWI Court Grant (1297):
Approval to authorize supplemental pay and pay allowance to employees, as previously approved by CC on 10/25/2011:
Approval to create one (1) full time Deputy District Clerk I position, slot no. 0073, grade 5, as previously approved by CC on 10/18/2011.
12. Adult Probation - DWI Court Grant (1297):
Approval to authorize supplemental pay and pay allowance to employees, as previously approved by CC on 10/25/2011:
| Dept. | Slot NO. | Emp. No. | Position Title | Allowance Amt. | Funding Source |
| Criminal DA (DWI Court) |
0026 (A001) |
127531 | Assistant D.A. III | 10,035.00 | DWI Court grant (1-1297-423-00-320-032-2-XXX) |
| 139th DC (DWI Court) |
0002 (A002) |
020524 | Court Coordinator | 4,955.00 | DWI Court grant (1-1297-423-00-320-032-2-XXX) |
| 139th DC (DWI Court) |
0004 (A003) |
088439 | Asst. Court Coordinator | 4,955.00 | DWI Court grant (1-1297-423-00-320-032-2-XXX) |
13. Adult Probation - Drug Court (1100):
Approval to create one (1) full-time Adult Supervision Officer position, slot no. 0001, budgeted salary $43,335.00, as previously approved by CC on 11/01/2011.
14. Adult Probation - Alternative Incarceration Program (AIP) (1100):
Approval to create the following full-time positions, as previously approved by CC on 11/01/2011.
Approval to create one (1) full-time Adult Supervision Officer position, slot no. 0001, budgeted salary $43,335.00, as previously approved by CC on 11/01/2011.
14. Adult Probation - Alternative Incarceration Program (AIP) (1100):
Approval to create the following full-time positions, as previously approved by CC on 11/01/2011.
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0001 | Adult Supervision Officer | 42,000.00 |
| 0002 | Adult Supervision Officer | 42,000.00 |
| 0003 | Security Technician | 31,000.00 |
| 0004 | Security Technician | 31,000.00 |
15. Election Dept. (1100):
Approval to create the following full-time positions, as previously approved by CC on 11/01/2011.
Approval to create the following full-time positions, as previously approved by CC on 11/01/2011.
| Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| 0133 | GIS Operator Assistant | 7 |
| 0134 | Elections Specialist I | 7 |
| 0135 | Elections Specialist I | 7 |
| 0136 | Field Service Specialist I | 8 |
| 0137 | Field Service Specialist II | 10 |
16. Co. Auditor (1100):
Approval to reclassify the following position, effective 01/01/2012, as approved by the Board of Judges on 09/29/2011, previously approve by CC on the dates below:
| Current | Proposed | ||||
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 11/15/11 | 0044 | Accoutant I | 37,385.00 | Accounts Payable Specialist I | 33,006.00 |
17. County Clerk (1100):
Approval to rescind action taken on 10/12/2010, (AI-23334) in reference to the following position, previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Slot No. | Current Position Title |
Current Grade |
Proposed Position Title |
Proposed Grade |
No. of Positions |
| 11/15/11 | Reclassify | 0009 | Executive Assistant I | 11 | Executive Assistant II | 13 | 1 |
18. Constable Pct. 4 (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, as previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Step | Reset Step |
| 11/15/11 | Delete | 0004 | Sr. Deputy Constable | - | - |
| 11/15/11 | Create | 0019 | Sergeant | - | - |
| 11/29/11 | Reset Salary | 0019 | Sergeant | 1 | 3 |
19. Pct. 1 (1100) & (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, as previously approved by CC on 11/01/2011:
| Action | Dept. | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | Parks (1100) | 0011 | Truck Driver III | 25,032.00 |
| Delete | Parks (1100) | 0015 | Heavy Equiment Operator II | 23,635.00 |
| Delete | Rd Maintenance (1200) | 0028 | Traffic Control Specialist I | 33,619.00 |
| Delete | Rd Maintenance (1200) | 0058 | Maintenance I | 23,635.00 |
| Delete | Rd Maintenance (1200) | 0074 | Tire Repair | 24,000.00 |
| Delete | Drainage Improv. Proj. (1200) | 0006 | Backhoe -Heavy Equipment Operator | 31,500.00 |
| Delete | Drainage Improv. Proj. (1200) | 0012 | Laborer - Drainage/ Construction | 22,000.00 |
| Create | Sanitation (1100) | 0034 | Supervisor | 37,969.00 |
| Create | Rd Maintenance (1200) | 0124 | Supervisor | 37,969.00 |
| Create | Rd Maintenance (1200) | 0125 | Crew Leader II | 40,375.00 |
| Create | Drainage Improv. Proj. (1200) | 0017 | Supervisor | 37,969.00 |
20. Pct. 3 (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, as previously approved by CC on dates below:
| Previously CC Approved Date |
Action | Pgm. | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 11/15/11 | Create | Drainage Improv. Proj (1200) | 0015 | Piper Layer/ Fitter | 28,000.00 |
| 12/06/11 | Create | Sanitation (1100) | 0038 | Truck Driver III | 32,000.00 |
| 12/06/11 | Create | Sanitation (1100) | 0039 | Office Clerk | 28,000.00 |
21. Pct. 4 (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, as previously approved by CC on the dates below:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Pgm. | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 11/22/11 | Create | Rd Maintenance (1200) | 0069 | Executive Assistant for Community & Intergovernmental Relations | 58,888.00 |
| 11/29/11 | Delete | Drainage Improv. Proj. (1200) | 0008 | Pipe Layer/ Fitter | 27,000.00 |
| 11/29/11 | Delete | Drainage Improv. Proj. (1200) | 0011 | Laborer - Drainage/ Construction | 22,000.00 |
| 11/29/11 | Create | Drainage Improv. Proj. (1200) | 0033 | Safety Specialist | 36,060.00 |
22. Health Clinics (1100):
Approval to reclassify the following positions, reviewed and recommended by the Classification Committee, as per section 3.22 of the Civil Service Commission Rules, effective 01/01/2012. (Title Change Only)
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Slot No. | Current Position Title | Proposed Position Title | Grade |
| 12/06/11 | 0001 | Midwife | Advanced Clinical Practitioner | 21 |
| 12/06/11 | 0002 | Family Nurse Practitioner | Advanced Clinical Practitioner | 21 |
| 12/06/11 | 0121 | Family Nurse Practitioner | Advanced Clinical Practitioner | 21 |
23. Urban County - CDBG (1288):
Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| 12/06/11 | Delete | 0016 | Accountant II | 10 |
| 12/06/11 | Delete | 0018 | Administrative Assistant III | 08 |
| 12/06/11 | Delete | 0020 | Clerk III | 05 |
| 12/06/11 | Create | 0028 | Executive Assistant I | 11 |
| 12/06/11 | Create | 0029 | Accounts Payable Specialist III | 10 |
| 12/06/11 | Create | 0030 | Administrative Assistant II | 06 |
24. Texas Indigent Defense Grant (1282):
Approval to create the following full-time positions:
| Previous CC Approved Date |
Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| 12/06/11 | G001 | Public Defender III | 16 |
| 12/06/11 | G002 | Public Defender II | 14 |
| 12/06/11 | G003 | Social Worker | 11 |
| 12/06/11 | G004 | Administrative Assistant I | 04 |
b. Discussion, consideration and approval of positions not included in the 2012 Adopted Salary Schedule as listed below, effective 01/01/2012:
1. TB Control Grant (1293)
Approval to create the following full-time positions, previously approved by CC on 09/13/2011:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Grade |
| G009 | Clerk III | 05 |
| G010 | Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist | 09 |
2. Prenatal Services (1293)
Approval to change the funding source to the following positions, employees as stated below, previously approved by CC on 09/20/2011:
| Emp. No | Position Title | Grade | Slot No. | Current Program/ Acct. No. |
Slot No. | Proposed Program/ Acct. No. |
| 026263 | Maintenance II | 3 | G011 | SDI 1-1293-441-00-340-018-1-113 |
0001 | Prenatal Services 2-1293-441-00-340-052-2-113 |
| 102792 | Clerk III | 5 | G013 | SDI 1-1293-441-00-340-018-1-113 |
0002 | Prenatal Services 2-1293-441-00-340-052-2-113 |
| 177083 | Clinic Aide II | 3 | G018 | SDI 1-1293-441-00-340-018-1-113 |
0003 | Prenatal Services 2-1293-441-00-340-052-2-113 |
c. Approval of appropration of funds, interdepartmental, interfund and intradepartmental transfers.
d. Approval of revised salary schedules.
2.
JP's (1100):
a. Approval to change employment status from regular part-time to regular full-time for the following positions, effective 01/01/2012:
b. Approval to delete the following regular part-time/full-time positions, effective 01/01/2012:
c. Approval to create the following regular full-time positions, effective 01/01/2012:
a. Approval to change employment status from regular part-time to regular full-time for the following positions, effective 01/01/2012:
| Slot # | Department | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0006 | JP Pct 1/PL 1 | Case Manager I | $33,000.00 |
| 0006 | JP Pct 1/PL 2 | Case Manager I | $33,000.00 |
| 0007 | JP Pct 3/PL 2 | Case Manager I | $33,000.00 |
b. Approval to delete the following regular part-time/full-time positions, effective 01/01/2012:
| Slot # | Department | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0006 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Asst Crt Coor | $29,674.00 |
| 0009 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Court Clerk | $25,932.00 |
| 0011 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Case Manager I | $33,000.00 |
| 0012 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Case Manager I | $33,000.00 |
c. Approval to create the following regular full-time positions, effective 01/01/2012:
| Slot # | Department | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0011 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Case Manager II | $37,000.00 |
| 0012 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Case Manager II | $37,000.00 |
| 0013 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Clerk | $28,000.00 |
| 0014 | JP Pct 4/PL 2 | Clerk | $28,000.00 |
24.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
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
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
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
3.
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 occurring since last agenda meeting
a) Renovations of administration building
b) Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects
c) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
4.
a. Pursuant to the sole source declaration approved by CC in February of 2011 (including statutory provisions under the Health and Safety code attached hereto), requesting acceptance and approval of invoices received from Palm Valley Animal Center for the months of October, November and December in the amount of $112,500.00;
b. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)...'an item that can be obtained from only one source;
c. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for PALM VALLEY ANIMAL CENTER for the provision of: Impoundment and the Quarantine of Small Animals in Hidalgo County;
d. Approval of Contract #C-12-033-12-29 with Palm Valley Animal Center Sole Source vendor for "Hidalgo County-Impoundment and Quarantine of Small Animals" effective January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2014 with terms, rates and conditions as stated in proposal and made part of agreement by reference.
b. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)...'an item that can be obtained from only one source;
c. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for PALM VALLEY ANIMAL CENTER for the provision of: Impoundment and the Quarantine of Small Animals in Hidalgo County;
d. Approval of Contract #C-12-033-12-29 with Palm Valley Animal Center Sole Source vendor for "Hidalgo County-Impoundment and Quarantine of Small Animals" effective January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2014 with terms, rates and conditions as stated in proposal and made part of agreement by reference.
5.
a. Requesting approval to exercise option to "terminate" agreement with Video Sound & Lights by issuing the contractual stated thirty (30) day written notice under contract #s-E-11-273-09-27-(C-09-163-09-15) for: "Repairs, Removal & Installation of Mobile Radios, Computers and Other Emergency Miscellaneous Equipment" (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County;
b. Requesting authority to advertise the Request for Bids (RFB): "Repairs, Removal & Installation of Mobile Radios, Computers and Other Emergency Miscellaneous Equipment" (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County with approval of procurement packet. (RFB No. 2012-035-00-00-SMA)
b. Requesting authority to advertise the Request for Bids (RFB): "Repairs, Removal & Installation of Mobile Radios, Computers and Other Emergency Miscellaneous Equipment" (on an as needed basis) for Hidalgo County with approval of procurement packet. (RFB No. 2012-035-00-00-SMA)
6.
Acceptance and approval of the following work authorizations through Contract #C-11-117-08-02 with Brian Godinez in connection to the "Professional Consulting Services To Assist, Assess, Review, And Facilitate The County's Revenue And Expenditure Efficiencies" as follow:
a. WA#2-Provide planning, organization, facilitation, communications and reporting and support services for the County's Indigent Defense And Jail Overcrowding, in the amount of $36,815.00.
b. WA#3-Provide communications and public engagement strategies and services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, to assist raising the awareness and education of County and Precinct 4 Services and Programs for the Community, in the amount of $34,965.00.
a. WA#2-Provide planning, organization, facilitation, communications and reporting and support services for the County's Indigent Defense And Jail Overcrowding, in the amount of $36,815.00.
b. WA#3-Provide communications and public engagement strategies and services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, to assist raising the awareness and education of County and Precinct 4 Services and Programs for the Community, in the amount of $34,965.00.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
Requesting approval of a professional services agreement #C-11-305-12-29 with HARVEY L. HEERSSEN d/b/a HLH APPRAISAL SERVICES for the purposes of "Review of Appraisal Services" (on an as needed basis) for projects located with Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 and (as selected for negotiations through County's protocol from the "POOL" of Appraisers by C.C. on 06/14/11).
2.
Acceptance and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and City Of Edcouch for the provision of assisting each other in multiple projects as defined in the agreement.
C.
Pct. 2
1.
Recommending bid award to sole bidder (W.D. Moschel & J.M. Moffitt Partnership) meeting all specifications and requirements for the request for bids for "Lease of A Tract of Land for Precinct No. 2., and approval of lease/contract.(RFB No.: 2011-184-11-23-CGA)
D.
Pct. 4
1.
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services;
b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of Construction Materials Testing Firms for Precinct No. 4;
b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of Construction Materials Testing Firms for Precinct No. 4;
| Evaluators | RABA_Kistner Consulting Services | Earth Co. | PSI Eng. Consulting Services |
| Evaluator 1 | 100 | 95 | 98 |
| Evaluator 2 | 99 | 93 | 96 |
| Average | 99.5 | 94 | 97 |
| Ranked |
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional (Construction Materials Testing Services) contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________________ for the provision of professional services for Hidalgo County Precinct # 4.
E.
Sheriff's Office
1.
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a) (7), and item that can only be obtained from one source, and (A) "Items for which competition is precluded because of existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes or monopolies";
b. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for "Holt Texas, LTD, dba, Holt Cat" with authority to purchase in connection with maintaining the CAT-ISO Package Software and/or components for the Sheriff Department's screen and software/hardware for CAT engines and CAT generators through requisition #207241.
b. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for "Holt Texas, LTD, dba, Holt Cat" with authority to purchase in connection with maintaining the CAT-ISO Package Software and/or components for the Sheriff Department's screen and software/hardware for CAT engines and CAT generators through requisition #207241.
2.
Requesting authority to advertise a Request for Proposals (RFP):"Housing of Hidalgo County Inmates" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office with draft procurement packet modeled after the original RFP project with any/all final modifications as recommended by the SO-RFB No. 2012-034-00-00-CGA.
F.
Co. Wide
1.
Approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the final year of two (2) -one (1) year renewal options as provided under the specifications/requirements of the RFP-Section 125 Voluntary Products, through agent, Alamo Insurance Group as follows:
a. All State Products/ Individual Policies for: Critical Illness; Group Accidental, Universal Life, Group Cancer, Heart & Stroke and Term Life;
b. Met Life for: Dental and Vision; and,
c. UNUM for Disability
a. All State Products/ Individual Policies for: Critical Illness; Group Accidental, Universal Life, Group Cancer, Heart & Stroke and Term Life;
b. Met Life for: Dental and Vision; and,
c. UNUM for Disability
25.
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:
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.
Cause No. C-3123-03-I; Hidalgo County, Texas v. Landmark Organization, L.P. et al
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
26.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Cause No. C-3123-03-I; Hidalgo County, Texas v. Landmark Organization, L.P. et al
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
27.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
28.
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
29.
Adjourn