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AGENDA
CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
March 25, 2014
9:30 A.M.
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held 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.
Resolution in Honor of Luisa Daniel
 
B.
Resolution in Honor of Adelfa Garcia
 
C.
Presentation of Hidalgo County RMA Strategic Plan
 
D.
Authorization for County Judge to sign letter of certification of contiguous census tracts in Webb County, Zapata County, Starr County and Hidalgo County, Texas, as a single Targeted Employment Area for the Civitas Laredo Regional Center ("CLRC") as it pertains to Hidalgo County.
 
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.
 
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 other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
 
C.
Facilities Management:
Requesting permission to construct a Guard Shack for Security Personnel at the Modular Buildings Area of the Courthouse with authority to obtain necessary permits/documents and authorize Executive Officer to sign related documents
 
D.
WIC:
1. Requesting authorization for Norma Longoria to attend the 2014 NWA Annual Networking Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. on May 17-21, 2014.
2. Requesting authorization for Norma Longoria, Margarita Miller and Blanca Colunga to attend the Spring 2014 Lactation Counselor Training Course and Certified Lactation Counselor Certification Exam. in Tampa, Florida on June 1-7, 2014.
 
E.
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 the County Auditor:
Vendor Invoice # Date Amount
Ivan's Automotive 51449 12/20/13 $14.50
 
8.
Human Resources - Esther Cortez:
 
A.
District Clerk's Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
Action Dept/Program Slot # Position Title Proposed /
Budgeted Salary
Delete 090-001 0014 Deputy District Clerk II $33,528.00
Create 090-001 0079 Bookkeeper II $33,528.00

2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
 
B.
Planning Department (1100)/Planning and Engineering (1200):
1.  Approval of the following personnel actions:

 Action  Slot #  Position Title Dept  Proposed/Budgeted Salary
Delete  0002 Subdivision Inspector  210-002 $35,391.00 
 Create   0024  Administrative Assistant III 210-001 $35,000.00 
 
2.  Approval of interfund transfer.
3.  Approval of revised salary schedule(s).
 
9.
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
Authorization and Approval to apply for the FY2014 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.
 
B.
1.  Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the 2014 L.E.O.S.E. allocation to the Sheriff's Office in the amount of $42,531.50.

2.  Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2014 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation from the State Comptroller in the amount of $42,531.50.
 
C.
1. Approval to accept the FY2013 Operation Stonegarden Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the amount of $3,321,163.51 passed through TX Dept. of Public Safety.
2. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign (and initial) award and required documents.
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY2013 Operation Stonegarden Grant.
5. Approval to appropriate the budget for the Sheriff's Office portion of the FY2013 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $1,600,000.00.
 
10.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
 
A.
Health Care Funding District:
 
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures
 
B.
Indigent Health Care Program:
 
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
 
11.
Adult Probation - Arnold K. Patrick:
 
A.
1. Request approval to accept the Prostitution Prevention Program Grant from the Office of the Governor - Criminal Justice Division (CJD); effective until August 31, 2014 in the amount of $ 150,000.00
2. Approval of Resolution to establish the Prostitution Prevention Program in Hidalgo County and authorize County Judge to sign Resolution
3. Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $ 150,000.00
4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $150,000.00
 
12.
Facilities Management:
 
A.
Requesting approval to process the following invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Date Vendor Invoice# Amount
3/1/14 Waste Management 4914280-1177-0 122.83
3/1/14 Waste Management 4914281-1177-8 128.93
3/1/14 Waste Management 4914279-1177-2 100.85
    Total: 352.61
 
13.
IT Department - Renan Ramirez
 
A.
VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS
Authorization and approval to upgrade wireless equipment to model number MHS291L and  to change account number for MDN 956-310-1305 through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:

Qty: Description: Department: User/ID: Equipment: Cost: MDN:
5 Upgrade Justice Court Office Use Data Card 0 956-358-3309, 956-358-3310, 956-483-9710, 956-587-2865 & 956-929-7938
5 Upgrade Info. Tech. Office Use Data Card 0 956-429-8639, 956-587-2679, 956-587-2832, 956-587-2847 & 956-587-2866
1 Upgrade Public Affairs Office Use Data Card 0 956-310-1305
3 Upgrade County Clerks Office Use Data Card 0 956-587-2447, 956-587-2462 & 956-929-1835
1 Upgrade District Clerks Office Use Data Card 0 956-587-1269
3 Upgrade Juvenile Prob. Office Use Data Card 0 956-578-1993, 956-578-2401 & 956-578-2827
5 Upgrade Comm. Pct. 4 Office Use Data Card 0 956-578-3177, 956-578-3164, 956-358-1407, 956-221-2293 & 956-221-2292
2 Upgrade Purchasing Office Use Data Card 0 956-310-8530 & 956-310-8594
2 Upgrade County Auditor Office Use Data Card 0 956-358-1076 & 956-587-2852
1 Upgrade County Court at Law #7 Office Use Data Card 0 956-342-1143
1 Upgrade WIC Office Use Data Card 0 956-929-1042
             

Qty: Description: Department: User/ID: Equipment: Cost: MDN:
1 Delete Acct# 4-1100-415-00-110-006-0-532 County Judge Office Use Data Card 0 956-310-1305
1 Transfer to Acct# 4-1100-413-00-110-077-0-532 Public Affairs Office Use Data Card 0 956-310-1305
 
14.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
 
A.
Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Alton is requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with Buyboard approved vendor Casco Industries, (contract # 363-10) in the amount of $87,724.16 (two quotes attached hereto) to include shipping fees. City of Alton funds under UCP Years 22, 23 & 24 (2009, 2010 & 2011) Fire Station/ Equipment funds will be utilized.  
 
B.
 The County of Hidalgo Urban County Program (UCP) is disclosing that Genaro Tafolla, who has applied for assistance under the Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Program with the Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc. (AHSTI) is related to an employee of AHSTI.
 
C.
 The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and approval of contracts for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:

1. (1) Unit in the City of Edcouch and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the amount of $97,950.00 to A-One Insulation.
 
D.
Urban County Program, on behalf of Precinct No.1, is requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the existing contract agreement for appraisal services with Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates under the General Land Office (GLO) Contract No. 12-406-000-6453/DRS210068, Pct. 1 Delta Area Connector/ East Lateral Project. The amendment will increase the professional service contract amount from $100,000.00 to $102,000.00 for a total increase of $2,000.00.
 
E.
Urban County Program, on behalf of Precinct No.1, is requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the existing contract agreement for appraisal services with HLH Appraisal Services under the General Land Office (GLO) Contract No. 12-406-000-6453/DRS210068, Pct. 1 Delta Area Connector/ East Lateral Project. The amendment will increase the professional service contract amount from $22,500.00 to $22,950.00 for a total increase of $450.00.
 
F.
 On behalf of the City of Alamo, Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Vanguard Engineering, LLC, being the lowest bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements, for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 713005, in the amount of $323,375.00. The project consists of first-time rehabilitation single-unit residential sewer services within colonias located in the City of Alamo's extraterritorial jurisdiction: Campo Alto Subdivision, Gudalupe Subdivision Phases 1-3, Val-Bar Estates Ph. I, Rancho Escondido and Salazar Subdivision
 
15.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
 
A.
Approval to process the following Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service invoice as a claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.

Date Vendor Invoice# Amount
1/3/14 TX A&M AgriLife Extension Service A401242 $231.40
 
B.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service:

Presentation by Barbara Storz, County Coordinator and Dr. Ruben Saldana, District Administrator on 2013 Making A Difference Annual Report.
 
16.
WIC - Norma Longoria:
 
A.
1. Requesting approval to reimburse Norma Longoria in the amount of $49.99, for the purchase of small microwave oven for the WIC Mobile which needed replacement through Req. # 253689.

2. Requesting approval to reimburse Norma Longoria in the amount of $30.00, for the payment of IBCLC Care award application fee in the amount of $30.00 through Req. # 253689. 
 
B.
WIC (1292):
1. Approval of Amended WIC Contract # 2014-045054-001A between Hidalgo County Health and Human Services WIC Program and The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to extend the contract period thru September 30,2014.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to sign amended WIC contract(s) 2014-045054-001A.
 
17.
Auditor's Office - Ray Eufracio:
 
A.
Requesting approval to submit the "Pro Rata Tobacco Settlement Distribution County Expenditure Statement - 2014" to the Department of State Health Services, and authorize County Judge to execute the report.
 
18.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
 
A.
1. Consideration and possible action to adopt Order Establishing Rules for Roadside Vendors as authorized by Transportation Code Section 285.001

2. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Rancho Escondido Acres Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Jaime Marroquin)

3. Preliminary Approval
a. Myrna Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Myrna Salinas)
b. Red Gate Subdivision – Pct. 4 (South Texas Electric Coop)

4. Final Approval
a. Macedonia Christian Academy – Pct. 1 (Santiago Curling)
b. Cielo Lindo Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Kyndel Bennett)

5. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Concho Heights Unit 2 – Pct. 4 (Kyndel Bennett)

6. Reimbursement of a Cash Deposit
a. Sendero Trails No. 2 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Megaware Corp)
 
19.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
 
A.
Appointment of member to the Housing Authority Board
 
20.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
 
A.
Authorization and approval to accept the following:
1. Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force and the Hidalgo County Constable's Office, Precinct 3.
2. Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force and the McAllen Independent School District Police Department.
 
B.
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
1. Authorization and approval to accept Award No. G14SS0002A between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President-Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $685,705.00 for grant period 01/01/14 to 12/31/2015.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the Hidalgo County Auditor for the HIDTA Task Force Grant.
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force in the amount $685,705.00.
4. Approval of salary schedule.
 
21.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
 
A.
Precinct No.1 TxDOT Agreements:

1. Discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Off-System Bridge Replacement project at 11th Street, 0.70 miles East of FM 493 at Drainage Ditch. (CSJ: 0921-02-304) with authority for County Judge to sign all appropriate documentation.

2. Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of $701.00 for local participation of preliminary engineering costs and with County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.

3. Approval of 2014 interfund transfer from CO's 2006 (1336) to TxDOT (1315) in the total amount of $5,844.00 for 11th Street Bridge Replacement project (CSJ:0921-02-304).
 
B.
Budget Appropriations:
 
1.
Jail Landmark (1100):
A. Approval to undesignate the amount of $5,125,171.98 in the year 2014 for expenditures related to repairs and maintenance of the County Jail in connection with the Landmark case settlement agreement, case#C-3123-03-I.
B. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $4,921,353.88 to fund related expenditures.
 
2.
Co. Clerk's Record Mgmt (1237):
Approval of 2014 appropriation of  funds in the amount of $4,800.00.
 
3.
County Clerk's Record Archive (1100):
Approval of 2014 appropriation of  funds in the amount of $2,700.00.
 
22.
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).
 
A.
Hidalgo County
 
1.
Approval of Construction Change Directive #4 (as drafted/submitted through project architect, Alcocer/Garcia & reviewed/concurred by construction manager, Prodigy) to change all interior hollow metal frames to frameworks frames in an amount not to exceed $3,575.00 (without impact on quality or function) so as to give general contractor, D. Wilson Construction the notice to proceed to order.
 
2.
Requesting authority to advertise/publish a Request for Proposals with Qualifications for:  Compliance Testing of Hidalgo County's Elections Machines (hardware/software) in accordance with applicable Standards approved by the State of Texas and/or Federal Government for such Electronic Voting Machine Systems with possible Forensic Analysis of the 2014 March Primary Election with the drafting of the scopes of work/requirements/qualifications and all other pertinent information to be in cooperation with applicable parties identified by HCCC.
 
B.
Pct. 2
 
1.
a. Requesting approval of Authorization No. 1 (Construction Change Directive) to place additional select fill for the building pad in the amount of $28,309.72 (allowance) in connection with the "Hidalgo Co. Pct 2 Equipment Maintenance Facility" from contracted vendor, Holchemont, Ltd., and as recommended by project architect, ERO Architects with authority for County Judge or Court member to execute document;

b. Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 to add 28 calendar days to complete additional select fill for the building pad, in connection with "Hidalgo Co. Pct 2 Equipment Maintenance Facility" from contracted vendor, Holchemont, Ltd., and as recommended by project architect, ERO Architects with authority for County Judge or Court member to execute document;

c. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor";

d. Approval of Request for Payment-Application No. 1 in the amount of $120,107.55 from Holchemont, Ltd. awarded contractor for the, "Hidalgo Co. Pct 2 Equipment Maintenance Facility", and as certified for payment by project architect, ERO Architects, C-13-096A-12-20.
 
C.
WIC
 
1.
Presentation for acceptance and approval of an "First Amendment" to the current lease agreement with Jose I. Ramirez for the "Lease of Office Space in Roma, Texas," to reflect a modification to the renovated floor plan which increases the square footage by 562 square feet.
 
D.
District Attorney
 
1.
a.  Requesting Exemption from Competitive Bidding Requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4), a professional service;

b.  Authority to enter into a negotiated professional service contract with James R. Wade for the provision of Professional Consultant Services for Information Technology effective upon approval.
 
E.
Sheriff's Office:
 
1.
A.  Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated contract with LCS Corrections Services, Inc., for "Placement, Housing, Detention and Supervision of Inmates for Hidalgo County" in both the "LCS Brooks, LLC (Brooks County) and LCS Hidalgo, LLC (La Villa) Facilities located in South Texas; 

B.  Requesting rescission of action on Agenda Item #9.T. AI#43546-#2 -CC meeting of 03-18-14 for approval of an inter-local cooperation agreement between Hidalgo & Brooks Counties (as yet not executed by either County) as it is no longer necessary/need given the action taken above and herein.
 
23.
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.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
CL-14-0359-E; Mary Lou Gomez, individually and a/n/k of Alexandro Rodriguez, minor v. Hidalgo County
 
D.
Claim of Francisco Ramon
 
E.
Claim of Hidalgo County vs Chenyere Letitia Oji
 
F.
Claim of Hidalgo County vs Roberto Ysaguirre, Jr.
 
24.
Open Session:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
 
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
CL-14-0359-E; Mary Lou Gomez, individually and a/n/k of Alexandro Rodriguez, minor v. Hidalgo County
 
D.
Claim of Francisco Ramon
 
E.
Claim of Hidalgo County vs Chinyere Letitia Oji
 
F.
Claim of Hidalgo County vs Roberto Ysaguirre, Jr.
 
25.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
26.
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
27.
Adjourn