CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
February 27, 2007
9:30 A.M.
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held in the Commissioners' Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Open Forum
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
1. Requesting authorization and approval to appropriate the Health Department's Administration Program Income budget in the amount of $200,000.00 for the period 01/01/07 to 12/31/07 (Acct #7-1293-441-00-340-005-0).
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached Administration Program Income Budget and Salary schedules for the period 01/01/07 to 12/31/07 (Acct #7-1293-441-00-340-005-0)
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached Administration Program Income Budget and Salary schedules for the period 01/01/07 to 12/31/07 (Acct #7-1293-441-00-340-005-0)
C.
Discussion and possible action on the International Valley Health Institute and their grant application for a preventive health initiative and identification of matching source
7.
Buildings & Grounds - Daniel Flores:
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
A.
Renovations of administration building
B.
Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects
C.
Emergency situations occuring since last agenda meeting
8.
IT Department - Renan Ramirez:
A.
Discussion, consideration and approval to purchase one (1) data card for J.P.Pct. 2, Pl.1
9.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
Agenda Item 2679 has been deleted. Please remove this line from the agenda.
10.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
Approval of a Budget and Program Amendment for the City of Granjeno Urban County Program Year 17 (2004) and Year 18 (2005) to create funding for water/sewer improvements totaling $367,000.00 and revise the existing work plan.
B.
Urban County Program on behalf of City of Granjeno is requesting approval to award a construction contract to Sol Technologies, LLC for the purchase and installation of solar street lighting throughout the City of Granjeno utilizing Urban County Program Year 18 (2005) street improvement funds and a grant from USDA Rural Development totaling $313,840.00.
C.
Urban County Program is requesting authorization to designate March 30, of each year as the submission date for cities to submit their previous year's audit.
D.
Approval to award a Construction Contract with Saenz Utility for the installation of an 8" water line in the amount of $31,635.00 utilizing Urban County Precinct 1 recaptured/forfeited funds from the City of Edcouch 2005 & 2006 Water / Sewer Improvement
11.
Office of the County Judge:
A.
Approval of Resolution honoring Dr. Shirley A. Reed as the Border Texan of the Year
B.
1. Consideration and approval to rescind action taken on 2/13/07 appointing member to the Rio Grande Valley Health Services District
2. Consideration and approval to appoint member to the RGV Health Services District
2. Consideration and approval to appoint member to the RGV Health Services District
12.
Elections Administration - Teresa Navarro:
A.
Discussion, consideration and action on the following:
1. May 12, 2007 Constitutional Amendment Election as ordered by Legislation on February 21, 2007
2. May 12, 2007 Constitutional Amendment Election Early Voting Sites
3. May 12, 2007 Constitutional Amendment Election Day Sites
1. May 12, 2007 Constitutional Amendment Election as ordered by Legislation on February 21, 2007
2. May 12, 2007 Constitutional Amendment Election Early Voting Sites
3. May 12, 2007 Constitutional Amendment Election Day Sites
B.
1. Elections Service Agreement (election contract) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes, Texas for their May 12, 2007 City Commission Election
2. Elections Service Agreement (leasing of voting system) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes, Texas for their May 12, 2007 City Commission Election
2. Elections Service Agreement (leasing of voting system) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes, Texas for their May 12, 2007 City Commission Election
13.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Recognition of the Ten (10) Blue Ribbon Centers
B.
Discussion/Approval of Hidalgo County Head Start Program Self Assessment and Corrective Action Plans
C.
Presentation for Discussion and Approval for Certificate of Payment #4 and Change Order No. 1 in Connection with the Relocation of McAllen III Head Start Center under Purchase Order No 68040
D.
Discussion/Approval to Advertise for Request for Qualifications (RFQs) for the Following Services:
1. Medical and Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Special Services Providers
1. Medical and Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Special Services Providers
E.
Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to the County's Surplus Department for Proper Disposition
F.
Presentation of LAP-D Mid Year Results
14.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the Federal Annual Certification Report for Fiscal Year 2006, as required by the U.S. Department of Justice as a prerequisite to the distribution of Equitably Shared Funds and Property to the Sheriff's Office
B.
Approval to appropriate the December 31, 2006 Fund Balance (Unreserved) in the amount of $101,907.49 in the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Department of Treasury Fund for the year 2007.
C.
Approval to appropriate the December 31, 2006 Fund Balance (Unreserved) in the amount of $117,345.10 in the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Department of Justice Fund for the year 2007.
D.
1) Approval to appropriate the December 31, 2006 Fund Balance (Unreserved) in the amount of $172,502.09 in the Sheriff's Investigation Fund 1227-HB 65 for the year 2007; and,
2) Approval to appropriate monies received on a seizure award in the Sheriff's Investigation Fund 1227-HB 65 in the amount of $43,012.63 for a total of $215,514.72.
2) Approval to appropriate monies received on a seizure award in the Sheriff's Investigation Fund 1227-HB 65 in the amount of $43,012.63 for a total of $215,514.72.
15.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
1. PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
a. Linn-Tex Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Francisco Cerda)
b. Alamo Crossing Subdivision – Pct. 2 (Roel Rodriguez)
c. Maiz Acres No. 4 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Evon Harbison)
d. Huisache Acres No. 8 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Rick Harbison)
e. La Joya ISD No. 22 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Elda Benavides)
2. FINAL APPROVAL
a. Stonny Brook Subdivision Ph. 1 – Pct. 4 (Antonio Villarreal)
3. FINAL APPROVAL WITH FINANCIAL GUARANTEE
a. Evergreen Valley Estates Ph. 3 – Pct. 4 (Tillman Welch)
b. MGM Grand Ranches Ph. 4-B – Pct. 4 (Richard Garza)
4. REIMBURSEMENT OF A CASH DEPOSIT
a. Sendero Trails Ph. I Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Elio Botello)
16.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Authorization for action and/or approval to issue payment in compliance with Warranty Deed Document # 1071156 in Deed Records, Hidalgo County, Texas the amount of $17,820.00 to William W. Arnold, Bette Jean Arnold, Allen A. Arnold and Letitia L. Arnold
B.
Approval of right of way permit for Weslaco Independent School District:
* Bury a fiber optic line installed via directional boring and contained within two or more 1 1/4" SDR-11 conduits. (South Westgate Drive and 4th Street to 18th Street).
* Bury a fiber optic line installed via directional boring and contained within two or more 1 1/4" SDR-11 conduits. (South Westgate Drive and 4th Street to 18th Street).
17.
Tax Office - Armando Barrera:
A.
Presentation and discussion on appraisal and taxation of mobile homes, park models, and travel trailers
18.
Colonia Access Program - Agapito Vargas:
A.
Discussion and possible approval of Interlocal Agreement between the City of Pharr and County of Hidalgo Colonia Access Program for Round II - Border Colonia Access Program - SouthFork Estates CSJ:2C1080683
19.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Authorization and approval to enter into a Lease Agreement for the purpose of stock piling caliche, asphalt & dirt for Colonia Project - Primavera Subdivision
20.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
Requesting approval to appropriate funds from Precinct #3 Road & Bridge (1203) unreserved fund balance into operating budgets.
B.
Requesting addendum to a consent for Federal Government to enter upon County property, approved in Commissioner's Court on August 8, 2006.
21.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Garza:
A.
1. Approval of appropriation of funds for Precinct #4 Paved/Unpaved Roads in the amount of $923,867.01
2. Approval of appropriation of funds for Precinct #4 Administration in the amount of $10,000.00
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for Precinct #4 Parks in the amount of $226,911.78
2. Approval of appropriation of funds for Precinct #4 Administration in the amount of $10,000.00
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for Precinct #4 Parks in the amount of $226,911.78
22.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
New Hidalgo County Jail
| Total Inmate Population: | __________ |
| Physical Count: | __________ |
| Males (in house): | __________ |
| Females (in house): | __________ |
| Out of County Facility: | __________ |
| La Villa: | __________ |
| Brooks Co. | __________ |
| Frio: | __________ |
| Other (n/c): | __________ |
| Federal Prisoners: | __________ |
| Adj./Sentenced to TDC: | __________ |
| Total Paper Ready TDC: | __________ |
| No. Over 45 Days: | __________ |
| Pending Paperwork/Courts: | __________ |
| Pending Charges/Courts: | __________ |
2.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
3.
New Adult Detention Facility and Law Enforcement Center Projects:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with County-owned building and property, fka, the Kmart Property:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
5.
A. Presentation for dicussion, consideration, and action to select an architect/firm (score, grade, and evaluate at least three firms) utilizing the County's approved "Pool" of Architects in connection with the design and construction of additional office space at the K-Mart Site for the purpose of housing various County departments including, but not limited to:
1. Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court
2. Hidalgo County Judge's Office
3. Hidalgo County Human Resources Department
4. Hidalgo County Information Tecnologies (support offices)
5. Other County Departments; or, in the alternative,
B. Authority to advertise a project specific Request for Quaifications for the design and construction of additional office space on Kmart Building site to accommodate the various County departments detailed above.
1. Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court
2. Hidalgo County Judge's Office
3. Hidalgo County Human Resources Department
4. Hidalgo County Information Tecnologies (support offices)
5. Other County Departments; or, in the alternative,
B. Authority to advertise a project specific Request for Quaifications for the design and construction of additional office space on Kmart Building site to accommodate the various County departments detailed above.
6.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new facility to house the Hidalgo County Adult Probation Dept.:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
7.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b Other related items
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b Other related items
8.
Recommending award of bid and aproval of contracts to multiple vendors meeting all specifications and/or requirements for "Flexible Base Material "Crushed Caliche", project.
9.
Recommending of bid award and approval of contract (subject to legal review) to sole bidder meeting all specifications as attached hereto for:"Hidalgo County Industrial Welding Services and Supplies" RFB No. 2007-037-02-14-MSS.
10.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Fleet Fueling System Application (ORIGINAL) to be forwarded to Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd. as submitted by the following listed departments detailing the "holder and user" under awarded contract for "Gasoline, On & Off Highway Diesel Fuel".
Departments:
-Risk Management
-Building and Grounds
Departments:
-Risk Management
-Building and Grounds
11.
Requesting approval to surplus numerous vehicles "county and seized vehicles" for the purpose of disposition through auction and as set forth under Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152. (a)(1)as detailed on Exhibit "A" and attached hereto.
12.
Requesting approval to surplus numerous pieces of equipment "county and seized equipment" as requested by Hidalgo County Departments for the purpose of disposition through auction and as set forth under Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152. (a)(1) as detailed on Exhibit "A" and attached.
13.
A. Approval to reject the sole response received in connection with Hidalgo County's Request for Proposals for: Consulting Services-Indigent Care Program/LIaison to/with Health Services Providers inasmuch as County did not take action to consider an award before the date specified in the RFP packet;
B. Requesting authority to advertise a Request for Proposals for: Consulting Services-Indigent Care Program/Liaison to/with Health Services Providers for Hidalgo County;
B. Requesting authority to advertise a Request for Proposals for: Consulting Services-Indigent Care Program/Liaison to/with Health Services Providers for Hidalgo County;
14.
Presentation for discussion, considertion, acceptance and approval of final Hidalgo County GASB-34 Roadway Assessment Study Report from TEDSI Infrstructure Group with a reporting period through December 31, 2006 in Accordance with GASB-34 Crtieria/Requirements and fulfills the scope of work of Supplemental #2.
15.
16.
Requesting approval for Purchasing Department applicable staff to provide "Affidavit(s)" in connection with ownership status of a County-owned vehicle (declared surplus for disposition and sold through auction on 4-30-05) as requested by an attorney attempting to clear and transfer title for new owner.
17.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendors through our participation with TBPC or Cooperativve Purchasing Programs for the following:
| REQ. | DEPARTMENT | VENDOR | AMOUNT | ACCOUNT NUMBER |
| 104271 | I.T. for Justice Crt Tech | DELL | $2,046.28 | 7-1242-412-00-060-001-0-745 |
| 105303 | I.T. | DELL | $2,010.96 | 7-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 |
18.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software in connection with Online Research Services for Hidalgo County with Lexis Nexis.
B. Requesting approval of agreement(s) if applicable for "Online Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s):
District Attorney
19.
Presentation for consideration, discussion and action (if applicable) to award to the sole bidder meeting all specifications and requirements with the approval of contract (subject to legal review) for "Lubricants (Grease, Oil, Hydraulic Fluids) and Anti-Freeze Products". RFB No. 2007-22-02-07-otm
B.
Prct. 1
1.
A. Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of the CORRECTED Work Authorization #4 in the amount of $ 98,401.65 with Rodriguez Engineering to provide engineering services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 in connection with Contract No. C-06-217-07-18 for "General Engineering Services for the design plans along with construction staking for Victoria Road from Exp. 83 North 3.72 miles"
B. Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of the CORRECTED Invoice No. 0611 in the amount of $ 24,600.41 with Rodriguez Engineering to provide engineering services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 in connection with CORRECTED Work Authorization #4 for Contract No. C-06-217-07-18 for "General Engineering Services for the design plans along with construction staking for Victoria Road from Exp. 83 North 3.72 miles
B. Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of the CORRECTED Invoice No. 0611 in the amount of $ 24,600.41 with Rodriguez Engineering to provide engineering services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 in connection with CORRECTED Work Authorization #4 for Contract No. C-06-217-07-18 for "General Engineering Services for the design plans along with construction staking for Victoria Road from Exp. 83 North 3.72 miles
C.
Prct. 4
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Payment for Invoice No. 6420 in the amount of $33,473.25 from QUINTANILLA, HEADLEY & ASSOCIATES, INC. in connection with Contract No. C-06-439-01-29-"Tamarron Estates Drainage Improvements Projects" for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.
D.
Co. Wide
1.
A. HIDALGO COUNTY RE: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS –
1. Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
E.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion acceptance and approval of Change Order No 1 for
a. "
Old
Rebel
Heights
I" C-CAP-06-007-01-23 for material and work adjustments in the amount of $14,881.50 (decrease) and
b. "Old Rebel Heights II" C-CAP-06-008-01-23 for material and work adjustment in the amount of $14,649.00 (decrease)
project engineer is TEDSI Infrastructure Group and contractor is Sascon a Border Colonia Access Program Project(s).
F.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2:
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of specifications for "Road & Drainage Construction of LJ #1 Subdivision" a Precinct No 2 previously approved to advertised in CC on July 25, 2006.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid No CAP-06-009-12-27 "Road Construction of Country Living Estates I Subdivision" Subdivision subject to TXDOT approval
G.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
A. Requesting approval to rescind the action taken by CC on 2/20/2007 in connection with agenda items AI-2554 and Posted under Purchasing Dept. as #14.K, Items .A, B,C:
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to rescind bid #06-006-11-01 for Road Construction of Hilda Subdivision(s) awarded by CC on 11-21-06 to S & G Paving, Inc.;
B. Pursuant to bid requirements (item #8 of Information to Bidders), requesting authority to seek forfeiture of the security deposited with submitted bid (5% of bid) by S & G Paving, Inc. through bid bond # B25627ACSTAR Insurance Company;
C. Requesting authority to re-advertise sealed bids for: Road Construction of Hidalgo Sub-division(s) with the plans and specifications drafted through contracted engineer, Ricardo Hinojosa Engineering under the BCAP for Precinct #3; or, if none of the above are necessary;
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid #006-006-11-01: Road Construction of Hilda Subdivision(s) and approval of contract (including all complying documentation) subject to legal review.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to rescind bid #06-006-11-01 for Road Construction of Hilda Subdivision(s) awarded by CC on 11-21-06 to S & G Paving, Inc.;
B. Pursuant to bid requirements (item #8 of Information to Bidders), requesting authority to seek forfeiture of the security deposited with submitted bid (5% of bid) by S & G Paving, Inc. through bid bond # B25627ACSTAR Insurance Company;
C. Requesting authority to re-advertise sealed bids for: Road Construction of Hidalgo Sub-division(s) with the plans and specifications drafted through contracted engineer, Ricardo Hinojosa Engineering under the BCAP for Precinct #3; or, if none of the above are necessary;
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid #006-006-11-01: Road Construction of Hilda Subdivision(s) and approval of contract (including all complying documentation) subject to legal review.
H.
Buildings & Grounds:
1.
Requesting approval of specifications and authority to advertise an RFB for "Moving Services for relocation of Departments Moving to the new County Administration Building (fka K-Mart Building) RFB 2007-079-03-21-MSS.
I.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Requesting authority to enter into a service/maintenance and repair agreement (obtained through sealed quotes) for a one (1) year term with the sole vendor meeting all specifications and/or requirements for "Service/Maintenance and Repair Agreement for Generators" located at the Sheriff's Office in the amount of $16,745.00 but in no event to exceed the statutory bid limit of $25, 000.00.
J.
County Clerk
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for a License Agent Agreemen between Hidalgo County and Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) permitting the County Clerk's Office to act as agent for TPWD in issuing licenses, endorsements and similar items to individuals (as authorized by TPWD Code Section 12.702).
23.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Precinct 1- R&B
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of budgeted salary adjustment to slots 121-005-043,121-005-045, 121-005-052,121-005-059 due to additional duties (GASB)
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of budgeted salary adjustment to slots 121-005-043,121-005-045, 121-005-052,121-005-059 due to additional duties (GASB)
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
B.
Pct. #1 - Road & Bridge
1. Approval to delete vacant slot #121-005-021, and create Budget Manager Position and set salary
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
1. Approval to delete vacant slot #121-005-021, and create Budget Manager Position and set salary
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
C.
Precinct #1 - R & B
Appropriation of needed funds from Precinct 1 (1201) Unreserved Fund Balance to various Administration and Road & Bridge Accounts in the amount of $154,450.00.
Appropriation of needed funds from Precinct 1 (1201) Unreserved Fund Balance to various Administration and Road & Bridge Accounts in the amount of $154,450.00.
D.
County Treasurer:
Approval of 2007 Inter-Departmental transfer from County Wide Administration to County Treasurer Dept. (1100) in the amount of $ 1,470.63.
Approval of 2007 Inter-Departmental transfer from County Wide Administration to County Treasurer Dept. (1100) in the amount of $ 1,470.63.
E.
2006 Budget Appropriations for the Various Funds and/or Departments as follows:
1. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Road & Bridge County Wide Fund (1200) in the amount of $29,733.70.
2. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1 Administration & Road & Bridge (1201) in the amount of $8,005.57.
3. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 2 Administration (1202) in the amount of $849.17.
4. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 4 Administration & Road & Bridge (1204) in the amount of $12,004.49.
5. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1 Parks (1211) in the amount of $13,938.19.
6. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 2 Parks (1212) in the amount of $277.45.
7. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 4 Parks (1214) in the amount of $1,024.15.
8. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for District Attorney's Office-Bad Check Processing (1222) in the amount of $7.12.
9. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for County Clerk Records Management & Preservation (1237) in the amount of $100.28.
10. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for County Records Management & Preservation (1238) in the amount of $14.43.
11. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Courthouse Security (1241) in the amount of $13,418.43.
12. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Contributions Fund-GC Sec 25.00211 (1243) in the amount of $553.08.
13. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for the Tax Office (1246) in the amount of $23.62.
1. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Road & Bridge County Wide Fund (1200) in the amount of $29,733.70.
2. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1 Administration & Road & Bridge (1201) in the amount of $8,005.57.
3. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 2 Administration (1202) in the amount of $849.17.
4. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 4 Administration & Road & Bridge (1204) in the amount of $12,004.49.
5. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1 Parks (1211) in the amount of $13,938.19.
6. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 2 Parks (1212) in the amount of $277.45.
7. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Precinct 4 Parks (1214) in the amount of $1,024.15.
8. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for District Attorney's Office-Bad Check Processing (1222) in the amount of $7.12.
9. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for County Clerk Records Management & Preservation (1237) in the amount of $100.28.
10. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for County Records Management & Preservation (1238) in the amount of $14.43.
11. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Courthouse Security (1241) in the amount of $13,418.43.
12. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for Contributions Fund-GC Sec 25.00211 (1243) in the amount of $553.08.
13. Approval of 2006 appropriation of funds for the Tax Office (1246) in the amount of $23.62.
F.
Approval of water service application with the City of Weslaco for water service to the Weslaco D.P.S. Office Building and approval of deposit in the amount of $ 135.00
G.
Acceptance of donation of boxes from Temple-Inland Plant 44, Edinburg (885 boxes valued at $ 784.98)
H.
Indigent Health Care Program (UPL):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to transfer the following amounts to the County of Hidalgo Medicaid Supplemental Program Escrow Acct. No. 1 for Indigent Health Care expenditures:
check register 02-27-2007 amount not to exceed $ 68,286.63
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover the claims to be paid
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to transfer the following amounts to the County of Hidalgo Medicaid Supplemental Program Escrow Acct. No. 1 for Indigent Health Care expenditures:
check register 02-27-2007 amount not to exceed $ 68,286.63
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover the claims to be paid
I.
Requesting authority for Roy Quintanilha to sign the Court Order document on behalf of the Restitution Center to collect payments for the fleet accident damages in the amt. of $651.40.
J.
Fire Marshal's Office:
Discussion and approval of the following 2007 Rural Emergency Services Contracts:
1.) City of Alamo
2.) City of Edinburg
3.) City of Elsa
4.) City of Hidalgo
5.) City of La Villa
6.) City of Palmview
7.) City of Weslaco
8.) City of La Joya
Discussion and approval of the following 2007 Rural Emergency Services Contracts:
1.) City of Alamo
2.) City of Edinburg
3.) City of Elsa
4.) City of Hidalgo
5.) City of La Villa
6.) City of Palmview
7.) City of Weslaco
8.) City of La Joya
K.
Workers' Compensation Self-Insurance (2202):
Approval of reimbursement to the Hidalgo County Workers' Compensation Claims account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management in the amount of $ 40,883.98 for the period of 01/16-31/2007 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Approval of reimbursement to the Hidalgo County Workers' Compensation Claims account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management in the amount of $ 40,883.98 for the period of 01/16-31/2007 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
L.
1. Discussion and action to authorize Sergio Reyes to sign for and submit the 2006 Texas Tier Two Report.
2. Discussion and action to authorize the Hidalgo County Auditor to prepare and issue a $50.00 check made payable to: Tier Two Chemical Reporting Program, Budget ZZ109 Fund 180.
2. Discussion and action to authorize the Hidalgo County Auditor to prepare and issue a $50.00 check made payable to: Tier Two Chemical Reporting Program, Budget ZZ109 Fund 180.
M.
Human Resources
1. Discussion and/ or action to decrease vacant slot # 190-002-0009 in the amount of $18,408.
2. Approval to create (1) one Admin Aide position slot no. 190-002-0015 and set salary at $20,000.
3. Approval of Revised Salary Schedule.
1. Discussion and/ or action to decrease vacant slot # 190-002-0009 in the amount of $18,408.
2. Approval to create (1) one Admin Aide position slot no. 190-002-0015 and set salary at $20,000.
3. Approval of Revised Salary Schedule.
N.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration to LRGVDC in the amount of $2,004.00.
O.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration to Traffic Engineering in the of $17,875.00.
P.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from C.O., 2006 Precinct 4 (1336) to various accounts in the total amount of $1,193,600.00.
Q.
Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a) (4)
1. Under Local Government Code, approve to exempt the following Law Firms from competitive bidding under 262.024: Law Firm of Ramon Garcia; Law Firm of Benigno Trey Martinez; Law Firm of Rhodes and Vela; Law Firm of Ray, Wood, and Bonilla
2. Approve contract of engagement for the following law firms: Law Firm of Ramon Garcia; Law Firm of Benigno Trey Martinez; Law Firm of Rhodes and Vela; Law Firm of Ray, Wood, and Bonilla
1. Under Local Government Code, approve to exempt the following Law Firms from competitive bidding under 262.024: Law Firm of Ramon Garcia; Law Firm of Benigno Trey Martinez; Law Firm of Rhodes and Vela; Law Firm of Ray, Wood, and Bonilla
2. Approve contract of engagement for the following law firms: Law Firm of Ramon Garcia; Law Firm of Benigno Trey Martinez; Law Firm of Rhodes and Vela; Law Firm of Ray, Wood, and Bonilla
R.
Commissioners Court
1. Approval to create two (2) new full time regular positions, Multi Media Coordinator, and Public Information Officer effective date 03/05/2007 (next full pay period).
2. Approval to set salary
1. Approval to create two (2) new full time regular positions, Multi Media Coordinator, and Public Information Officer effective date 03/05/2007 (next full pay period).
2. Approval to set salary
S.
Sanitation-Precinct 1:
1. Approval to create one(1) full time regular position, Administrative Secretary effective date 03/05/2007 (next full pay period).
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
1. Approval to create one(1) full time regular position, Administrative Secretary effective date 03/05/2007 (next full pay period).
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
T.
Buildings & Grounds
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of salary adjustment to vacant slot 220-001-0-0045 for parity, effective next full pay period (03-05-07)
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of salary adjustment to vacant slot 220-001-0-0045 for parity, effective next full pay period (03-05-07)
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
U.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to reimburse the Hidalgo County Property & Casualty Claims Fund Bank Account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management in the amount of $61,033.16 for the period starting August 1st, 2006 and ending December 31, 2006.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover the claims paid.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover the claims paid.
V.
Approval of appropriation of funds for Pct. 1 - C.O., 2006 (1336) in the amount of $1,185,000.00.
W.
Discussion, consideration and action on rescheduling the Commissioners' Court meeting of 3/6/07 to Thursday, 3/8/07
24.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
25.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
26.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
27.
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
28.
Adjourn