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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING January 29, 2013 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.
County Judge's Office:
A.
1. Report from the Rio South Texas Economic Council
2. Discussion and approval of the service agreement for Rio South Texas Economic Council pursuant to LGC Sec. 381.004
3. Approval of 2013 Membership Dues for the Rio South Texas Economic Council in the amount of $30,000.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
2. Discussion and approval of the service agreement for Rio South Texas Economic Council pursuant to LGC Sec. 381.004
3. Approval of 2013 Membership Dues for the Rio South Texas Economic Council in the amount of $30,000.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
B.
Acceptance of appointment to the Board of Building Adjustments
7.
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" and authority to submit letter of engagement
2. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement
B.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
1) Renovations to Former Administration Building 1st and 2nd Floors
2) Update on Courthouse Portable Building Project, other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
1) Renovations to Former Administration Building 1st and 2nd Floors
2) Update on Courthouse Portable Building Project, other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
C.
Right of Way:
Requesting permission to allow Jose N. Pena to travel to Fort Worth, Texas to attend the IRWA Region 2 Winter Forum on Feb. 06-08, 2013 (employee to pay travel expenses)
Requesting permission to allow Jose N. Pena to travel to Fort Worth, Texas to attend the IRWA Region 2 Winter Forum on Feb. 06-08, 2013 (employee to pay travel expenses)
D.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service:
1. Requesting permission to allow Christina L. Perez travel to San Antonio, Texas on February 20-22, 2013 to attend the 2013 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo.
2. Requesting permission for Barbara Storz travel to Austin, Texas on February 13-14, 2013 to attend the Legislative Briefing on Urban Program Impacts.
1. Requesting permission to allow Christina L. Perez travel to San Antonio, Texas on February 20-22, 2013 to attend the 2013 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo.
2. Requesting permission for Barbara Storz travel to Austin, Texas on February 13-14, 2013 to attend the Legislative Briefing on Urban Program Impacts.
E.
Veterans Services:
Requesting permission to allow Emilio De Los Santos to travel to Austin, Texas to attend the 15th Annual Veterans Summit on Feb. 11-13, 2013
Requesting permission to allow Emilio De Los Santos to travel to Austin, Texas to attend the 15th Annual Veterans Summit on Feb. 11-13, 2013
F.
Request permission by the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce to use the county square for the 45th Annual Fiesta Edinburg Celebrations on Saturday, February 23, 2013
G.
Discussion and possible action on an Order authorizing the Resale of Foreclosed Real Estate Properties pursuant to Texas Property Tax Code Section 34.05 (a), (c) and (d).
H.
1. Approval to accept settlement agreement from TML Intergovernmental Risk Pool in the amount of $1,079.60 for property damages to a County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)
2. Approval to authorize Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge, to sign Property Damage Release form to settle property damage claim with TML Intergovernmental Risk Pool.
2. Approval to authorize Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge, to sign Property Damage Release form to settle property damage claim with TML Intergovernmental Risk Pool.
I.
Approval to accept settlement check from Travelers Insurance Company in the amount of $22,775.65 for a total loss auto accident with County vehicle. (Constable P4)
J.
Discussion and action regarding the use of the vacant Restitution Center Bldg. located on "M" Rd. to house the Pct. 4 shop operations and related personnel
8.
Constables:
A.
Constable Pct. 1:
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., Constable Precinct 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012 as stated below:
Arnold Salazar
Troy Alan Williams
Abelino Cano
Roberto Alvarez
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., Constable Precinct 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012 as stated below:
Arnold Salazar
Troy Alan Williams
Abelino Cano
Roberto Alvarez
B.
Constable Pct. #2:
Requesting approval and authorization to submit the FY 2012 Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report, as required by the Attorney General of Texas
Requesting approval and authorization to submit the FY 2012 Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report, as required by the Attorney General of Texas
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
1. 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.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the county Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract (SW-TXS-0861).
3. Approval to appropriate OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $6,865.20 for equipment/supplies.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the county Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract (SW-TXS-0861).
3. Approval to appropriate OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $6,865.20 for equipment/supplies.
B.
Sheriff's Office (1100)/ COPS Universal Hiring 13 (1284)
1. Approval to redistribute the cost allocations for various positions under the COPS Univeral Hiring 13 Grant, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 01/01/2013.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Approval to redistribute the cost allocations for various positions under the COPS Univeral Hiring 13 Grant, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 01/01/2013.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
C.
1. Discussion, authorization, and approval to execute the Operation Stonegarden Grant Sub-Recipient Interlocal Agreement from the Governor's Division of Emergency Management (Texas Department of Public Safety) between the County of Hidalgo and the City Police Departments of Alamo, Alton, Donna, Edinburg, Hidalgo, La Joya, Mercedes, Mission, Palmhurst, Palmview, Penitas, Pharr, San Juan, Sullivan City, and Weslaco(15).
2. Sheriff Office 2011 Operation Stonegarden Grant (1284):
Approval to appropriate the following city budgets for awarded amounts pursuant to sub-recipient interlocal agreements with the County of Hidalgo for the Operation Stonegarden Grant from the Governor's Division of Emergency Management (Texas Department of Public Safety):
2. Sheriff Office 2011 Operation Stonegarden Grant (1284):
Approval to appropriate the following city budgets for awarded amounts pursuant to sub-recipient interlocal agreements with the County of Hidalgo for the Operation Stonegarden Grant from the Governor's Division of Emergency Management (Texas Department of Public Safety):
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City of |
Amount |
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| 1 | Alamo | 24,513.50 |
| 2 | Alton | 10,623.09 |
| 3 | Donna | 22,063.25 |
| 4 | Edinburg | 95,607.10 |
| 5 | Hidalgo | 26,966.29 |
| 6 | La Joya | 10,623.08 |
| 7 | Mercedes | 26,130.13 |
| 8 | Mission | 102,962.19 |
| 9 | Palmhurst | 6,537.27 |
| 10 | Palmview | 20,429.01 |
| 11 | Penitas | 4,085.80 |
| 12 | Pharr | 96,417.40 |
| 13 | San Juan | 36,772.21 |
| 14 | Sullivan | 5,720.11 |
| 15 | Weslaco | 53,830.29 |
| Total | 543,280.72 |
10.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
Discussion and approval of 1115 Waiver Documents and/or 1115 Waiver Plan
C.
Requesting approval to process the following invoice as a claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice # | Date | Amount | Purpose |
| Comdata | XY869010412 | 01/04/13 | $29.87 | Fuel |
| Total | $29.87 |
D.
Requesting approval to process the following invoice as a claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice # | Date | Amount | Purpose |
| City of Pharr | 13-1000 | 01/09/13 | $2,880.00 | Subscriber Fees |
| Total | $2,880.00 |
E.
Requesting authorization to submit the Texas Department of State Health Services Contractor's Request for Revision to amend the Hidalgo County PPCPS / BDS grant contract #2013-041204-003. The purpose of this change request is to request revise a project and request additional funding in the amount of $3,605.00. This additional funding will require an additional local match of $360.50.
F.
1. Requesting approval to accept Immunization Branch - Locals grant contract #2013-041204 Amendment 005A. The purpose of this amendment is to move funds between budget categories. The effective date of this Amendment is 01/29/13.
2. Requesting approval to accept Immunization Branch - Locals grant contract #2013-041204 Amendment 005B. The purpose of this amendment is to include a Special Provision covering response efforts by Local Health Departments. The effective date of this Amendment is 01/29/13.
2. Requesting approval to accept Immunization Branch - Locals grant contract #2013-041204 Amendment 005B. The purpose of this amendment is to include a Special Provision covering response efforts by Local Health Departments. The effective date of this Amendment is 01/29/13.
11.
Emergency Management - Oscar Montoya:
A.
Discussion, consideration and Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between the Texas Forest Service, Regional Incident Management Team Member and the County of Hidalgo with the authority of the Emergency Management Director to execute documents for the following County employees:
Rolando Benavdies-Hidalgo County Emergency Management
Juan Martinez-Fire Marshal's Office
Carlos Moreno-Right of Way
Karina Cardoza-Public Affairs Division
Horaldo Sanchez-PCT 3 Constable's Office
Eddie Olivarez-Health and Human Services
Lorenzo Ortiz-Safety Division
Armando Guzman-Safety Division
Rolando Casas-Fire Marshal's Office
Rolando Benavdies-Hidalgo County Emergency Management
Juan Martinez-Fire Marshal's Office
Carlos Moreno-Right of Way
Karina Cardoza-Public Affairs Division
Horaldo Sanchez-PCT 3 Constable's Office
Eddie Olivarez-Health and Human Services
Lorenzo Ortiz-Safety Division
Armando Guzman-Safety Division
Rolando Casas-Fire Marshal's Office
12.
IT Department - Renan Ramirez
A.
1. Justice Court Tech. Fund:
Authorization to purchase wireless devices and change name through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to change name for MDN 956-483-9710 from Michael Anzaldua to Const.Pct.4 - Office Use.
b. Approval to change name for MDN 956-587-2865 from Raul A. Salinas to Const.Pct.4 - Office Use.
c. Approval to change name for MDN 956-358-3310 from Joel Rivera to Const.Pct.4 - Office use.
d. Approval to purchase two (2) cell phones iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. Plan for Const.Pct.1
e. Approval to purchase one (1) data card with Unlimited Data Plan for JP1 PL2 - Office Use
2. Auditor's Office:
Authorization to purchase wirelss device through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) data card with Unlimited Data Plan for Office Use.
3. Comm. Pct. #2:
Authorization to purchase wireless device through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) cell phone with America's Choice II 600 Share Unl. Plan for Abel Sanchez ID:194395
4. Planning Dept.:
Authorization to purchase wireless device and upgrade wireless device and service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) cell phone iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. Plan for Tomas Arredondo ID: 105899
b. Approval to upgrade wireless device and service plan to iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. plan for Jose R. Tovar ID: 140619
5. Purchasing Dept.:
Authorization to purchase wireless devices through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for the following:
a. Approval to purchase two (2) data cards with Unlimited Data Plan for Office Use
6. Various Depts.:
Authorization and approval to continue wireless device services throught the County's membership/pariticipation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS and DIR-SDD-611 with SPRINT for the attached table.
Authorization to purchase wireless devices and change name through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to change name for MDN 956-483-9710 from Michael Anzaldua to Const.Pct.4 - Office Use.
b. Approval to change name for MDN 956-587-2865 from Raul A. Salinas to Const.Pct.4 - Office Use.
c. Approval to change name for MDN 956-358-3310 from Joel Rivera to Const.Pct.4 - Office use.
d. Approval to purchase two (2) cell phones iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. Plan for Const.Pct.1
e. Approval to purchase one (1) data card with Unlimited Data Plan for JP1 PL2 - Office Use
2. Auditor's Office:
Authorization to purchase wirelss device through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) data card with Unlimited Data Plan for Office Use.
3. Comm. Pct. #2:
Authorization to purchase wireless device through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) cell phone with America's Choice II 600 Share Unl. Plan for Abel Sanchez ID:194395
4. Planning Dept.:
Authorization to purchase wireless device and upgrade wireless device and service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) cell phone iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. Plan for Tomas Arredondo ID: 105899
b. Approval to upgrade wireless device and service plan to iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. plan for Jose R. Tovar ID: 140619
5. Purchasing Dept.:
Authorization to purchase wireless devices through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for the following:
a. Approval to purchase two (2) data cards with Unlimited Data Plan for Office Use
6. Various Depts.:
Authorization and approval to continue wireless device services throught the County's membership/pariticipation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS and DIR-SDD-611 with SPRINT for the attached table.
13.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
Requesting approval to process the following invoice as a claim with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
| Vendor Name & No. | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Amount | Purpose |
| Superior Alarms (vendor #133655) | 422348 | 12-11-12 | $85.00 | After hours service call |
14.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
Requesting authorization to amend the Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG) contract with Mujeres Unidas and Hidalgo County Urban County Program. The amendment will increase the current existing contract amount of $191,745.00 by $34,154.48 for a proposed total of $225,899.48.
B.
1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1's proposed budget and program amendment for Fiscal Years 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25 (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012) original work plans and will utilize recaptured and forfeited funds for a Street Improvements activity. The amendment will also include an additional location (Heidleburg) and project description for the Parks, Recreational Facilities activities for FY 21 & 22 (2008 & 2010).
2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1. The proposed budget and program amendment for Fiscal Years 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25 (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012) original work plans and will utilize recaptured and forfeited funds for a Street Improvements activity. The amendment will also include an additional location (Heidleburg) and project description for the Parks, Recreational Facilities activities for FY 21 & 22 (2008 & 2010).
2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1. The proposed budget and program amendment for Fiscal Years 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25 (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012) original work plans and will utilize recaptured and forfeited funds for a Street Improvements activity. The amendment will also include an additional location (Heidleburg) and project description for the Parks, Recreational Facilities activities for FY 21 & 22 (2008 & 2010).
C.
Requesting authorization to amend the Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG) contract with Mujeres Unidas and Hidalgo County Urban County Program. The amendment will increase the current existing contract amount of $189,028.03 by $22,000.00 for a proposed total of $211,028.03.
D.
Requesting authorization to amend the Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESG) contract with The Salvation Army of McAllen and Hidalgo County Urban County Program approved on September 28, 2012. The amendment would increase the current PY 2012 amount of $68,500.00 by $28,000.00 for a proposed total of $96,500.00.
15.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Authorization for the County Judge to Execute the Right Of Entry for Agua Special Utility District for a waterline installation. (Sullivan City, Texas)
16.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Salida del Sol Estates Phase VI – Pct. 3 (Mario Flores)
2. Preliminary Approval
a. Sharyland I.S.D. Pioneer High School – Pct. 3 (Dr. Noe Olivera)
3. Final Approval
a. Acres of Santa Cruz Phase 1 Subdivision – Pct.3(Richard W. Ruppert)
b. Iowa Subdivision – Pct.3 (Norberto Salinas)
4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Las Estrellas No. 4 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Forrest Runnels Jr.)
a. Salida del Sol Estates Phase VI – Pct. 3 (Mario Flores)
2. Preliminary Approval
a. Sharyland I.S.D. Pioneer High School – Pct. 3 (Dr. Noe Olivera)
3. Final Approval
a. Acres of Santa Cruz Phase 1 Subdivision – Pct.3(Richard W. Ruppert)
b. Iowa Subdivision – Pct.3 (Norberto Salinas)
4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Las Estrellas No. 4 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Forrest Runnels Jr.)
17.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
Approval of the following transfers for personnel items approved on the Commissioners' Court agenda of 1/22/2013:
1. Co Clerk:
Approval of 2013 intra-departmental transfer from Object Code 535-Postage to related salary & fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $17,708.03.
2. Co Clerk Record Archive:
Approval of 2013 intra-departmental transfer from Object Code 339-Other Professional Services to related salary & fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $5,507.23.
3. 398th DC - Indigent Defense:
Approval of 2013 inter-departmental transfer from Public Defense to Indigent Defense salary & fringe related object codes in the amount of $8,049.43.
4. DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions:
Approval of 2013 inter-departmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions salary & related fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $216,415.09.
1. Co Clerk:
Approval of 2013 intra-departmental transfer from Object Code 535-Postage to related salary & fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $17,708.03.
2. Co Clerk Record Archive:
Approval of 2013 intra-departmental transfer from Object Code 339-Other Professional Services to related salary & fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $5,507.23.
3. 398th DC - Indigent Defense:
Approval of 2013 inter-departmental transfer from Public Defense to Indigent Defense salary & fringe related object codes in the amount of $8,049.43.
4. DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions:
Approval of 2013 inter-departmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions salary & related fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $216,415.09.
B.
Salary Schedule Changes:
1.
Tx Agrilife Extension Services - Tx Citrus Mutual Grant (1287):
a. Approval of auto allowance in the amount of $4,000.00 for one (1) Coordinator I, slot no. T002, and pay allowance to employee no. 193992.
b. Approval of revised salary schedule.
a. Approval of auto allowance in the amount of $4,000.00 for one (1) Coordinator I, slot no. T002, and pay allowance to employee no. 193992.
b. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2.
93rd DC & 139th DC (1100):
a. Approval to transfer supplemental pay in the amount of $3,000.00 from the 93rd DC to 139th DC for the transfer of administrative duties, as listed below, effective 01/01/2013:
b. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
c. Approval of revised salary schedules.
a. Approval to transfer supplemental pay in the amount of $3,000.00 from the 93rd DC to 139th DC for the transfer of administrative duties, as listed below, effective 01/01/2013:
| Dept. | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Supplemental amount |
Proposed Supplemental amount |
Difference |
| 93rd DC | 0002 | Court Coordinator | $3,000.00 | $0.00 | ($3,000.00) |
| 139th DC | 0002 | Court Coordinator | $4,895.00 | $6,395.00 | $1,500.00 |
| 139th DC | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator | $4,895.00 | $6,395.00 | $1,500.00 |
b. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
c. Approval of revised salary schedules.
18.
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.
Presentation for acceptance and approval of 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
B.
Pct. 1
1.
Recommending bid award and approval of contract/lease to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for "Lease of Parcels for Citizen Collection Sites: Location in Mercedes to Ray Jones and Location in Donna to Richard Cohrs.
2.
Approval of professional service agreement #C-13-051-01-29 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 Appraisals by CC on 02/07/12).
3.
Approval of Precinct's request for credit application with Betts Oil & Butane, Inc. so as to open a new account for purchase of propane gas with authority for County Judge or Court Member to sign credit application agreement.
C.
Pct. 2
1.
Acceptance and approval to execute an "On Call" professional engineering services contract with R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation for, "Various Projects" for Precinct No. 2 as approved for negotiations on CC 12/18/12.
D.
Pct. 4
1.
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional engineering 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 professional engineering services, (Curry Estates Projects) for Precinct No. 4
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________________ for: the provision of professional engineering services, for (Curry Estates Project) 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 professional engineering services, (Curry Estates Projects) for Precinct No. 4
| Evaluator | Hinojosa Engineering, Inc | Perez Consulting Engineering | SAMES Engineering & Surveying, Inc. |
| Evaluator | 91 | 97 | 94 |
| Ranking |
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________________ for: the provision of professional engineering services, for (Curry Estates Project) for Precinct No. 4.
E.
WIC
1.
Requesting approval to continue the current lease under the same rates, terms and conditions and change the name on current lease agreement to new owner,
B.S. Properties, LLC, including authority for County Treasurer to issue payments after the Auditor completes processing procedures- Project No. C-12-054-06-26.
19.
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.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
Claim of Esther Gamboa
D.
Claim of Steven Cruz
E.
Claim of Rosalio Espinoza
F.
Claim of Robert and Jacklyn Zavala
20.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
Claim of Esther Gamboa
D.
Claim of Steven Cruz
E.
Claim of Rosalio Espinoza
F.
Claim of Robert and Jacklyn Zavala
21.
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
22.
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
23.
Adjourn