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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING December 16, 2014 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 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.
Presentation by ARISE Voces del Pueblo Community Committee recognizing Commissioner Hector "Tito" Palacios for his contributions to Hidalgo County.
B.
Recognition of the 2014 Santa's Helpers Toy Drive Committee and Chief Elves for providing gifts to 2,828 children in 38 Head Start Centers in Hidalgo County.
C.
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 2015 Membership Dues for the Rio South Texas Economic Council in the amount of $17,500.00 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 2015 Membership Dues for the Rio South Texas Economic Council in the amount of $17,500.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
D.
1. Discussion and approval to renew Guidelines and Criteria for Granting Tax Abatements in Hidalgo County.
2. Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Windfarms, LLC
2. Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Windfarms, LLC
E.
Discussion and approval of amendment to Economic Development Incentives Program Guidelines and Criteria under the provisions of Section 381.004.
F.
Discussion and approval of Chapter 381 Economic Development Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Texas System
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 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 other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
C.
1. Appointment of Marcos Ochoa to fill vacancy of J.P. Pct. 3, Pl. 2 for the term beginning January 1, 2015
2. Approval of Official's Bond
3. Administer Oath of Office
2. Approval of Official's Bond
3. Administer Oath of Office
D.
Civil Service (1100)/ Executive Office- Civil Service (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
| Action | Dept Name | Slot No. |
Position Title | Amount |
| Delete | Civil Service 190-001 |
0001 | Human Resources Specialist I | $29,078.00 |
| Create | Civil Service 190-001 |
0002 | Civil Service Liaison | $32,769.00 |
2. Approval to transfer the Civil Service to the Executive Office (Dept No. 125) effective 01/01/2015.
3. Approval of salary schedule(s).
3. Approval of salary schedule(s).
E.
Approval to process payment of claims from Traci Evans, Attorney at Law totaling $ 15,780.02 in connection with legal representation for indigent defendant Case #CR-1061-09-F - 332nd D.C. (invoice period 2009 to 2010) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
F.
Pursuant to Article §81.005(a) (Terms of the Court Meeting) of the Texas Local Government Code, consideration and entering of an Order into the minutes the designation of the day of the week and week of the month of Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court Regular Term Meeting Tex. Loc Gov. Code ORDER OF THE COURT:
HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT
Week of the Month: _________________
Day of the Week: ___________________
Time of the Day: ____________________a.m./p.m. for the calendar year of 2015
HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT
Week of the Month: _________________
Day of the Week: ___________________
Time of the Day: ____________________a.m./p.m. for the calendar year of 2015
G.
Approval of Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and County of Hidalgo (LJ Drainage Project - 13 tracts - Project limits: From Cesar Chavez Rd. to Alamo Lateral Drain)
H.
Discussion, consideration and approval to terminate the Interlocal Agreement between City of Donna, Hidalgo County, and the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One (1), City of Donna, Texas, pursuant to Section VII of the Interlocal Agreement previously approved on January 9, 2009. Ordinance authorizing the dissolution of Tax Increment Zone #1 was approved and passed by City of Donna on December 09, 2014.
I.
Approval of Lease Agreement between City of McAllen and County of Hidalgo
8.
Constables:
A.
Constable Precinct No. 1- Walmart Community Grant (1285):
1. Ratification of application for the Walmart Community Grant award from the the Walmart Private Foundation (Facility No. 6159).
2. Approval to accept the Community grant award from the Walmart Private Foundation in the total amount of $1,000.00.
3. Approval of certification of revenues for the Community grant award.
4. Approval of appropriation of the Community grant award in the amount of $1,000.00.
1. Ratification of application for the Walmart Community Grant award from the the Walmart Private Foundation (Facility No. 6159).
2. Approval to accept the Community grant award from the Walmart Private Foundation in the total amount of $1,000.00.
3. Approval of certification of revenues for the Community grant award.
4. Approval of appropriation of the Community grant award in the amount of $1,000.00.
B.
Constable Precinct No. 1- LBSP FY15 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2015 Grant with the Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2015 Grant with the Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
C.
Constable Precinct No. 2- LBSP FY15 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
D.
Constable Precinct No. 3 - LBSP FY15 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with the Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with the Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
E.
Constable Precinct No. 4- LBSP FY15 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
F.
Constable Pct. #4:
Discussion, consideration, and approval for Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 4 continued participation in Texas 1033 Surplus Property Program.
Discussion, consideration, and approval for Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 4 continued participation in Texas 1033 Surplus Property Program.
G.
Constable Pct.#4:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Kevin Andrew Perez as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A."J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Kevin Andrew Perez as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A."J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
9.
Human Resources - Esther Cortez:
A.
Co. Wide Admin./J.P. Pct 1 Pl 1/J.P Pct 1 Pl 2/Co. Treasurer (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
2. Approval to waive section 6.27 of the Personnel Policy Manual and reclassify the following full-time position, as per sections 6.27-6.33 of the Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual, effective 01/01/2015:
3. Approval of Inter-departmental transfers.
4. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot No. | Current Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 115-002 | 0001 | Court Coordinator | $37,981.00 | - | -0- |
| Delete | 115-002 | 0002 | Court Assistant | $30,564.00 | - | -0- |
| Delete | 115-002 | 0003 | Assistant Court Coordinator | $30,564.00 | - | -0- |
| Create | 061-001 | 0007 | - | -0- | Court Clerk | $23,993.00 |
| Create | 062-001 | 0007 | - | -0- | Court Clerk | $23,993.00 |
2. Approval to waive section 6.27 of the Personnel Policy Manual and reclassify the following full-time position, as per sections 6.27-6.33 of the Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual, effective 01/01/2015:
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot No. | Current Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Total Adjustment |
| Reclassify | 150-001 | 0002 | Chief Deputy I | $65,507.00 | Chief Deputy II | $76,407.00 | $10,900.00 |
3. Approval of Inter-departmental transfers.
4. Approval of revised salary schedules.
B.
Human Resources (1100):
1. Approval to Remove/Add auto allowance to the following positions; effective next full pay period, effective 01/01/2015:
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to Remove/Add auto allowance to the following positions; effective next full pay period, effective 01/01/2015:
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Allowance Amount |
| Remove auto allowance | 190-002 | 0002 | Executive Assistant III | $3,500.00 |
| Add auto allowance | 190-002 | 0005 | Human Resources Specialist III | $3,500.00 |
C.
Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100)/Pct 3 Rd. Maint. (1200):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following salary adjustments, effective 01/01/2015:
2. Approval to waive Section 3.22 of the Civil Service Commission Rules and reclassify the following full-time position, as per sections 3.22-3.28 of the Civil Service Commission Rules, effective 01/01/2015.
3. Approval of Intra-departmental transfers.
4. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following salary adjustments, effective 01/01/2015:
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot No. | Current Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Total Adjustment |
| Salary Adjustment (Increase) | 123-001 | 0006 | Supervisor | $30,900.00 | Supervisor | $31,220.00 | $320.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (Increase) | 123-005 | 0030 | Mechanic II | $29,660.00 | Mechanic II | $33,000.00 | $3,340.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (Increase) | 123-005 | 0074 | Heavy Equipment Operator III | $28,840.00 | Heavy Equipment Operator III | $32,060.00 | $3,220.00 |
2. Approval to waive Section 3.22 of the Civil Service Commission Rules and reclassify the following full-time position, as per sections 3.22-3.28 of the Civil Service Commission Rules, effective 01/01/2015.
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot No. | Current Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Total Adjustment |
| Reclassify | 123-005 | 0037 | Maintenance II | $29,217.00 | Traffic Safety Specialist I | $31,000.00 | $1,783.00 |
3. Approval of Intra-departmental transfers.
4. Approval of revised salary schedules.
D.
430th District Court(1100):
1. Approval of salary adjustments for the following position effective 1/1/2015:
2. Approval of intra-departmental transfer
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval of salary adjustments for the following position effective 1/1/2015:
| SLOT NO. | POSITION TITLE | 2015 BUDGETED SALARY | 2015 PROPOSED SALARY | TOTAL ADJUSTMENT |
| 0002 | COURT COORDINATOR | 64,890.00 | 70,000.00 | 5,110.00 |
2. Approval of intra-departmental transfer
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
E.
Public Defender (1100)/Public Defender-Juvenile Section (1282):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
2. Approval of inter-departmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
| Action | Fund | Dept/Pgm | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Total Adjustment |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0001 | Public Defender II | $53,822.00 | $56,238.00 | $2,416.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0003 | Chief Public Defender | $89,981.00 | $100,000.00 | $10,019.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0004 | 1st Assistant Public Defender | $67,800.00 | $77,000.00 | $9,200.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0005 | Public Defender II | $52,002.00 | $56,238.00 | $4,236.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0006 | Public Defender II | $52,002.00 | $56,238.00 | $4,236.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0007 | Public Defender II | $52,002.00 | $53,822.00 | $1,820.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0008 | Public Defender II | $56,238.00 | $58,000.00 | $1,762.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0012 | Public Defender II | $52,002.00 | $56,238.00 | $4,236.00 |
| Salary Adj.(Increase) | 1100 | 085-003 | 0018 | Public Defender II | $50,487.00 | $53,822.00 | $3,335.00 |
|
Salary Adj.(Increase)/ Create Cost Allocation (1100)
|
1282 | 085-004 | G001 |
Public Defender III
|
$60,655.00 | $60,655.00 | -0- |
| 1100 | 085-003 | 0019 | -0- | $1,445.00 | $1,445.00 | ||
|
Salary Adj. (Increase)/ Create Cost Allocation (1100)
|
1282 | 085-004 | G002 | Public Defender II | $52,002.00 | $52,002.00 | -0- |
| 1100 | 085-003 | 0020 | -0- | $4,236.00 | $4,236.00 |
2. Approval of inter-departmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
F.
District Clerk Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/1/2015:
2. Approval of the revised salary schedule.
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/1/2015:
| Action | Slot No. | Dept/Program | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Total Adjustment |
| Delete | 0011 | 090-001 | Deputy District Clerk II | $33,975.00 | -0- | ($33,975.00) |
| Salary Adjustment (increase) |
0003 | 090-001 | Chief of Appeals | $56,238.00 | $60,238.00 | $4,000.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (increase) |
0004 | 090-001 | Assistant Chief Deputy | $56,238.00 | $64,238.00 | $8,000.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (increase) |
0005 | 090-001 | Executive Assistant II | $51,739.00 | $56,739.00 | $5,000.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (increase) |
0026 | 090-001 | Executive Assistant IV | $65,507.00 | $71,507.00 | $6,000.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (increase) |
0067 | 090-001 | Accountant IV | $52,002.00 | $56,002.00 | $4,000.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (increase) |
0078 | 090-001 | Deputy District Clerk Supervisor | $39,108.00 | $46,083.00 | $6,975.00 |
2. Approval of the revised salary schedule.
G.
Sheriff's Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2015:
Action |
Slot No. |
Current Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Total Adjustment |
| Reclassify | 0016 | Information Technology Manager | $56,162.00 | Information System Administrator | $61,022.00 | $4,860.00 |
| Reclassify | 0243 | Human Resources Specialist II | $34,135.00 | Human Resources Supervisor | $40,135.00 | $6,000.00 |
| Delete Cloth. Allowance | 0272 | Administrative Assistant II | $500.00 | Administrative Assistant II | -0- | ($500.00) |
| Reclassify | 0272 | Administrative Assistant II | $32,029.00 | Executive Assistant I | $37,029.00 | $5,000.00 |
| Delete | 0415 | Quality Assurance Inspector | $55,000.00 | - | -0- | ($55,000.00) |
| Create | 0418 | - | - | Communications Supervisor | $35,391.00 | $35,391.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
H.
Urban County Program (1288):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective FY 2014 and FY 2015:
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective FY 2014 and FY 2015:
| Action | Slot # | Position Title | Dept/Program | Actual/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0006 | Clerk II | Urban County (Home) 250-002 |
$22,303.00 |
| Delete | 0028 | Executive Assistant I | Urban County (CDBG) 250-001 |
$41,280.00 |
| Create | 0032 | Assistant Deputy Director | Urban County (CDBG) 250-001 |
$63,583.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
I.
Precinct #4 (1200):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective FY 2014 and FY 2015:
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective FY 2014 and FY 2015:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/Program | Position Title | Actual/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0027 | Drainage Improvement Projects (124-036) |
Truck Driver II | $30,503.00 |
| Create | 0035 | Drainage Improvement Projects (124-036) |
Truck Driver III | $30,503.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
10.
District Attorney's Office - Roy Cazares:
A.
HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251):
1. Approval of 2015 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1251).
HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture (1252):
1. Approval of 2015 HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1252)
2. Approval of appropriation of the HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture funds.
HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture (1254):
1. Approval of 2015 HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1254).
2. Approval of appropriation of the HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture funds.
3. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force Investigators to be paid instead of banking extra-duty hours from January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015.
HIDTA TASK FORCE (1291)/ HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251):
1. Approval of personnel actions as listed on exhibit "A", effective 01/01/2015.
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Approval of 2015 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1251).
2. Approval of appropriation of the HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture funds.
HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture (1252):
1. Approval of 2015 HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1252)
2. Approval of appropriation of the HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture funds.
HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture (1254):
1. Approval of 2015 HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1254).
2. Approval of appropriation of the HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture funds.
3. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force Investigators to be paid instead of banking extra-duty hours from January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015.
HIDTA TASK FORCE (1291)/ HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251):
1. Approval of personnel actions as listed on exhibit "A", effective 01/01/2015.
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
B.
DA- State Supplement (1281):
1. Approval to create the following temporary part-time positions not to exceed six (6) months, effective 01/01/2015 to 6/30/2015:
2.) Approval to waive posting procedures for the Clerk I position, slot T018.
3.) Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to create the following temporary part-time positions not to exceed six (6) months, effective 01/01/2015 to 6/30/2015:
| Dept/Program | Slot# | Position Title | Budgeted Salary/ Rate of Pay |
| 080-010 | T016 | Clerk I | $7,056.00 Annual / $10.10 Hrly |
| 080-010 | T017 | Clerk I | $7,047.00 Annual / $10.10 Hrly |
| 080-010 | T018 | Clerk I | $6,683.00 Annual / $10.10 Hrly |
2.) Approval to waive posting procedures for the Clerk I position, slot T018.
3.) Approval of revised salary schedule.
C.
DA Bad Checks (1222):
1. Approval of 2015 DA's Office budget for fund 1222 DA-Bad Checks.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DA's Office 1222 DA-Bad Checks funds.
DA- Investigation HB 65 (1223):
1. Approval of 2015 DA's Office budget for fund 1223 DA-Investigation HB65.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DA's Office 1223 DA-Investigation HB65 funds.
DA Pre-Trial (1225):
1. Approval of 2015 DA's Office budget for fund 1225 DA-Pretrial.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DA's Office 1225 DA-Pretrial funds.
Crim DA (1100)/ DA Civil Litig. (1100)/ Bond Forfeit. (1100)/ DA-Bad Checks (1222)/ DA- Invest. HB 65 (1223)/ Pre-Trial (1225)/ Border Prosecut.- BPU (1281):
1. Approval of personnel actions as listed on exhibit "A", effective 01/01/2015.
2. Approval to authorize auto allowance to the following position(s)/ slot(s) and pay employees as follows:
3. Approval to create the following temporary part- time position not to exceed six months (01/01/2015 to 06/30/2015)
5. Approval to waive posting procedures for the temporary part-time Clerk IV position, slot no. T144.
6. Approval of transfer(s).
7. Approval of 2015 revised salary schedules.
1. Approval of 2015 DA's Office budget for fund 1222 DA-Bad Checks.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DA's Office 1222 DA-Bad Checks funds.
DA- Investigation HB 65 (1223):
1. Approval of 2015 DA's Office budget for fund 1223 DA-Investigation HB65.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DA's Office 1223 DA-Investigation HB65 funds.
DA Pre-Trial (1225):
1. Approval of 2015 DA's Office budget for fund 1225 DA-Pretrial.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DA's Office 1225 DA-Pretrial funds.
Crim DA (1100)/ DA Civil Litig. (1100)/ Bond Forfeit. (1100)/ DA-Bad Checks (1222)/ DA- Invest. HB 65 (1223)/ Pre-Trial (1225)/ Border Prosecut.- BPU (1281):
1. Approval of personnel actions as listed on exhibit "A", effective 01/01/2015.
2. Approval to authorize auto allowance to the following position(s)/ slot(s) and pay employees as follows:
| Dep #/ Pgrm # |
Slot # |
Position Title |
Budgeted (Auto) Allowance |
| Crim DA/ 080-002 |
0014 | Assistant District Attorney IV | 900.00 |
| Dep #/ Pgrm # |
Slot # |
Position Title |
Budgeted Salary/ Rate of Pay |
| DA- Investig. HB 65/ (080-007) |
T144 | CLERK IV | $8,320.00 Annual/ $9.19 Hrly |
5. Approval to waive posting procedures for the temporary part-time Clerk IV position, slot no. T144.
6. Approval of transfer(s).
7. Approval of 2015 revised salary schedules.
11.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
REQUESTING APPROVAL OF 2015 ELECTED OFFICIAL BONDS:
Arturo Guajardo, Jr., County Clerk
Jose Eduardo Guerra, Sheriff
Atanacio "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Pct. 4
Joseph Palacios, Commissioner, Pct. 4
Homero, Jasso, Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 Pl. 2
Rodolfo Gonzalez, Judge, County Court at Law No. 1
Arnoldo Cantu, Judge, County Court at Law No. 5
Albert Garcia, Judge, County Court at Law No. 6
Enrique Omar Maldonado, Judge, County Court at Law No. 8
Jaime J. Palacios, Judge, County Court at Law No. 2
Arturo Guajardo, Jr., County Clerk
Jose Eduardo Guerra, Sheriff
Atanacio "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Pct. 4
Joseph Palacios, Commissioner, Pct. 4
Homero, Jasso, Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4 Pl. 2
Rodolfo Gonzalez, Judge, County Court at Law No. 1
Arnoldo Cantu, Judge, County Court at Law No. 5
Albert Garcia, Judge, County Court at Law No. 6
Enrique Omar Maldonado, Judge, County Court at Law No. 8
Jaime J. Palacios, Judge, County Court at Law No. 2
12.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to accept donation of one (1) Belgian Malinois K-9 to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office by the Department of Defense.
B.
Sheriff's Office - LBSP FY15 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY15 grant with Texas Homeland Security State Administrative Agency (THSSAA), Texas Department of Public Safety.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
C.
Investigation HB 65 (1227):
1. Approval of the 2015 Budget in the Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (Fund 1227) in the amount of $542,465.06.
Federal Sharing U.S. Treasury (1228):
2. Approval of the 2015 Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Treasury (Fund 1228) in the amount of $438,602.75.
Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (1229):
3. Approval of the 2015 Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (Fund 1229) in the amount of $1,009,158.98.
1. Approval of the 2015 Budget in the Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (Fund 1227) in the amount of $542,465.06.
Federal Sharing U.S. Treasury (1228):
2. Approval of the 2015 Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Treasury (Fund 1228) in the amount of $438,602.75.
Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (1229):
3. Approval of the 2015 Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (Fund 1229) in the amount of $1,009,158.98.
13.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
Presentation of 2014 Hidalgo County Tax Roll
B.
Presentation of Tax Assessor-Collector (Pablo "Paul"Villarreal, Jr. PCC) Continuing Education Transcript
C.
Tax Office (1100):
Acceptance and approval for reimbursement on membership dues that were paid in advance by employee in order to attend the TAAO conference, in the amount of $90.00 payable to Edgar Jaramillo (Req 267973) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures and completed by the County Auditor.
Acceptance and approval for reimbursement on membership dues that were paid in advance by employee in order to attend the TAAO conference, in the amount of $90.00 payable to Edgar Jaramillo (Req 267973) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures and completed by the County Auditor.
14.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
Approval of Agreement between the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Hidalgo County
B.
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $285,474.67 for the period of 01/01/2015 to 08/31/2015 from the TB/PC Fed Tuberculosis Prevention and Control grant contract #2015-001400-00.
2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $285,474.67 from federal funds and in the amount of $57,095.00 from local match.
2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $285,474.67 from federal funds and in the amount of $57,095.00 from local match.
C.
Requesting approval to submit a request for additional grant funds for the Bioterrorism Discretionary program in an amount up to $9,287.56 with a local match requirement of up to $928.76.
D.
For clarification purposes of action taken by Commissioners' Court on 08/25/14, AI-46069 to include approval of request for Hidalgo County Treasurer to issue immediate check(s) after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor, prior to services rendered pursuant to Architectural Barriers Administrative Rules 68.80(g) as attached hereto respectively issuance to Mr. Anthony Covacevich, Registered Accessibility Specialist, designated by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in order to permit the processing of necessary services in connection to the clinic renovations for compliance purposes and thus avoid penalties imposed by the State to the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department.
E.
Requesting approval of the Non-Disclosure Agreement between the University of Texas - Pan American and Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department.
F.
Requesting approval for County Judge to sign sales form from CivicPlus. Form is to procure Custom Mobile App for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Dept.
G.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures
H.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
2.
Discussion, consideration and approval to drawdown up to $20,405,319.52 (pending final approval from HHSC) for DY3 October DSRIP Payment from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF).
15.
Fire Marshal's Office - Juan Martinez:
A.
Approval to pay and reimburse Fire Inspector, Kyle Pulley, for psychological exam in the amount of $200.00 (requisition #00267944) with authority for county treasurer to issue payment after reviewing and auditing procedures are completed.
16.
IT Department - Renan Ramirez
A.
Requesting approval of the following claim/invoices with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment/check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor as follows:
AT&T Billing:
Outstanding Balance as of 10/23/2014 $102,148.87
AT&T Billing:
Outstanding Balance as of 10/23/2014 $102,148.87
B.
COMMISSIONER PCT. 1
Authorization and approval to change wireless cell phone service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
Authorization and approval to change wireless cell phone service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| Description: | User: | Service Plan: | MDN: |
| Service Plan Change | Office Use | America's Choice II 400 Share Unl IN & N&W @ $29.99 + $5.00 taxes/fees = $34.99/month | 956-587-2185 |
17.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
The Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Weslaco is requesting approval and award of best and final negotiated contract with LeFEVRE Engineering & Consulting, LLC in the amount of $75,980.58 utilizing CDBG FY's 24, 25 & 26 (2011, 2012 & 2013) Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
B.
Urban County Program is requesting approval of
Amendment No. 3 to the existing material & Geotechnical testing services contract with Raba Kistner Consultants. The amendment will provide for additional soil samples within the areas where sloughing conditions have been observed. Raba Kistner Consultants will conduct laboratory double hydrometers and dispersivity tests in general accordance with applicable American Society for Testing and Material (ASTM) standards. Funds from the General Land Office (GLO) Contract No. 12-406-000-6453/DRS210068, Pct. 2 South Fork Drain Project will be utilized. The amendment will
increase the professional service contract amount from $63,476.98 to $66,759.98 for a total
increase of
$3,283.00
C.
Requesting authority to correct the name of the professional engineering service firm awarded an engineering service contract for the City of Elsa (AI-46872) on 10/28/2014 from International Consulting Engineers to Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC d/b/a International Consulting Engineers, Inc.
D.
Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for the
City of Alamo Urban County Program
FY's 24 & 25 (2011 & 2012) work plans. The amendment will add funding ($41,795.76) for the new water distribution system.
E.
The Urban County Program is requesting a
waiver to the CDBG Policy regarding the forfeiture of funds for program year 2014-2015 and requests that the Court allow the forfeited funds to remain in each City's workplan rather than reprogramming the funds to the Precinct in which the City is located as outlined in the CDBG policy.
18.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval of a Two Year Interlocal Agreement for the Lease of Premises between the McAllen Independent School District and Hidalgo County Head Start Program
B.
Discussion, Approval of Appointment of One (1) Community Representative by Each Member of the Commissioners' Court to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for a One (1) Year According to 45CFR Chapter XIII, 1304.50(b)(7) Beginning October 2014 - Pending Appointment of Community Representative: Commissioner Joseph Palacios, Precinct 4
19.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Lot 1A & 1B Re-plat of Lot 1 Alcantar Pedroza – Pct. 3 (Javier Alcantar)
2. Final Approval
a. Ortiz & Resendez Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Javier Ortiz & Orlando Resendez)
b. Cardinal Island Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Moreno Family Limited Partnership)
c. Vista Ridge Acres Phase V – Pct. 1 (Jack McClelland)
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
b. San Marcos Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Richard Scurlock)
a. Lot 1A & 1B Re-plat of Lot 1 Alcantar Pedroza – Pct. 3 (Javier Alcantar)
2. Final Approval
a. Ortiz & Resendez Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Javier Ortiz & Orlando Resendez)
b. Cardinal Island Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Moreno Family Limited Partnership)
c. Vista Ridge Acres Phase V – Pct. 1 (Jack McClelland)
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
b. San Marcos Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Richard Scurlock)
20.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Cuellar:
A.
Resolution and plaque in honor of Precinct #2 Commissioner Hector "Tito" Palacios
21.
Precinct #2 - Comm. H. Palacios:
A.
Resolution honoring Ricardo Cuellar on his retirement.
22.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
Approval of amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement among the City of Sullivan and Hidalgo County.
B.
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 County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice # | Date | Amount |
| Safety-Kleen | 62867780 | 02-04-2014 | $136.05 |
| Safety-Kleen | 63129572 | 03-19-2014 | $136.05 |
| Safety-Kleen | 64311942 | 07-14-2014 | $136.05 |
| Safety-Kleen | OC370851 | 08-12-2014 | $25.00 |
| McCoy's | 8928471 | 09-18-2014 | $3.47 |
| SOS Technologies | 7722 | $240.00 |
23.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
2015 Budget Process:
1. 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 111.070(c)(2).
2. Designate the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Enterprise Funds as the salary fund for their respective accounts as per Texas Local Government Code Section 154.042.
1. 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 111.070(c)(2).
2. Designate the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Enterprise 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 2014.
C.
Discussion, consideration and approval of all personnel actions approved after September 30, 2014 (2015 Budget Adoption date) as listed below, to be effective 01/01/2015:
1. Child Protective Court (1100): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 9/30/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46744):
3. Precinct #4 - Drainage Improvement Project (1200): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/14/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46663):
4. DWI Court Grant (1289)/Re-Entry Court Grant (1289)/DA's (1100)/Public Defender (1100): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/14/2014 and 11/18/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46800 and 47416):
5. Sheriff's Office (1100): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/28/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47002):
6. Precinct #2 Administration/CW Mechanic Shop (1200): Approval of the following position title changes as previously approved by CC on 12/02/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47597):
9. WIC ADM (1292): Approval of the following personnel actions as previously approved by CC on 11/10/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47207):
10. Executive Office (1100): Approval to correct the salary and authorize allowance for the following positions, as previously approved by CC on 12/02/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47595), effective 12/02/14 to 12/31/14 and FY 2015:
11. Approval of transfer(s).
1. Child Protective Court (1100): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 9/30/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46744):
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| DELETE | 055-001 | 0002 | Administrative Assistant III | $32,769.00 |
2. Tax Office (1100): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 9/30/2014 and 11/10/2014 (refer to agenda no. 46662 and 47248):
| Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
| DELETE | 0015 | Accountant III | $47,703.00 | -0- |
| DELETE | 0023 | Deputy Clerk II | $36,020.00 (Salary) $750.00 (Auto Allowance) |
-0- |
| DELETE | 0014 | Accountant III | $44,583.00 | -0- |
| DELETE | 0038 | Bookkeeper I | $31,045.00 | -0- |
| DELETE | 0096 | Deputy Clerk I | $26,014.00 | -0- |
| DELETE | 0106 | Deputy Clerk I | $26,173.00 | -0- |
| DELETE | 0154 | Clerk II | $21,008.00 | -0- |
| CREATE | 0160 | Accountant IV | -0- | $52,002.00 (Salary) $1,500.00 (Auto Allowance) |
| CREATE | 0161 | Administrative Assistant III |
-0- | $30,000.00 |
| CREATE | 0162 | Accountant II | -0- | $36,000.00 |
| CREATE | 0163 | Deputy Clerk II | -0- | $30,000.00 |
| CREATE | 0164 | Deputy Clerk II | -0- | $30,000.00 |
| CREATE | 0165 | Administrative Assistant III |
-0- | $30,000.00 |
| CREATE | 0166 | Data Entry Clerk II | -0- | $21,906.00 |
| INCREASE AUTO ALLOWANCE |
0072 | Inventory Specialist I | $2,250.00 (Auto Allowance) |
$4,721.00 (Auto Allowance) |
3. Precinct #4 - Drainage Improvement Project (1200): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/14/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46663):
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot No. | Position Title |
Actual/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| DELETE | 124-036 | 0033 | Maintenance V | $30,503.00 |
| CREATE | 124-036 | 0034 | Heavy Equipment Operator II | $30,503.00 |
| Action | Department | Slot No. | Employee No. | Position Title | Current Allowance Amount |
Proposed Allowance Amount |
| DECREASE Supplemental Allowance |
Crim. DA (1100) | 0026 | 127531 | Assistant D.A. IV | $9,837.00 | $9,814.00 |
| AUTHORIZE Supplemental Allowance |
Public Defender (1100) |
0003 | 120227 | Chief Public Defender | -0- | $9,844.00 |
| Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Allowance Amount |
| DELETE Clothing Allowance | 0049 | (Sr) Deputy Sheriff (Step III) | $500.00 |
| ADD Clothing Allowance | 0011 | Lieutenant (Step III) | $500.00 |
| ADD Clothing Allowance | 0015 | Lieutenant (Step II) | $500.00 |
| ADD Clothing Allowance | 0400 | Sergeant (Step III) | $500.00 |
6. Precinct #2 Administration/CW Mechanic Shop (1200): Approval of the following position title changes as previously approved by CC on 12/02/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47597):
| Action | Program | Slot No. | Current Position Title | Proposed Position Title |
| TITLE CHANGE | CW Mech Shop | 0010 | Mechanic IV | Mechanic V |
| TITLE CHANGE | CW Mech Shop | 0002 | Mechanic III | Mechanic IV |
| TITLE CHANGE | Administration | 0010 | Clerk/Receptionist | Clerk III |
| TITLE CHANGE | Administration | 0011 | Office Clerk | Clerk III |
7. Precinct #2 Parks (1100)/CW Mechanic Shop (1200)/Administration (1200)/Rd Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel actions as previously approved by CC on 12/02/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47587 and 47596):
| Action | Program | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary |
| DELETE | Parks | 0010 | Maintenance I | $22,954.00 |
| DELETE | CW Mech Shop | 0003 | Mechanic III | $32,131.00 |
| DELETE | Administration | 0015 | Accounts Payable Specialist II | $32,769.00 |
| DELETE | Rd Maintenance | 0042 | Maintenance I | $23,674.00 |
| DELETE | Rd Maintenance | 0044 | Traf SA/SP I | $23,015.00 |
| DELETE | Rd Maintenance | 0071 | Maintenance I | $23,384.00 |
| DELETE | Rd Maintenance | 0073 | Maintenance I | $23,384.00 |
| CREATE | Parks | 0037 | Heavy Equipment Operator I | $29,656.00 |
| CREATE | CW Mech Shop | 0011 | Truck Driver III | $34,589.00 |
| CREATE | CW Mech Shop | 0012 | Mechanic III | $37,359.00 |
| CREATE | Administration | 0020 | Executive Assistant IV | $70,748.00 |
| CREATE | Administration | 0021 | Accounts Payable Specialist III | $37,869.00 |
| CREATE | Administration | 0022 | Clerk III | $28,745.00 |
8. DA- Border Prosecution Unit Grant (BPU) (1281): Approval of the following personnel actions as previously approved by CC on 9/30/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46602):
| Action | Slot No. | Dept/Program | Position Title | Current Salary/Allowance | Proposed Salary/Allowance |
Salary Adjustment (decrease) |
0001 | 080-012 | Asst. District Atty III | $79,000.00 | $77,920.00 |
| Auto Allowance (remove) |
$900.00 | -0- | |||
Salary Adjustment (decrease) |
0004 | 080-012 | Asst. District Atty IV | $78,000.00 | $76,420.00 |
9. WIC ADM (1292): Approval of the following personnel actions as previously approved by CC on 11/10/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47207):
| Action | Position Title | Slot No. | Dept No. | Current/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| DELETE | LVN II | 0036 | 350-001 | $41,280.00 |
| CREATE | Clinic Manager | 0250 | 350-001 | $44,583.00 |
10. Executive Office (1100): Approval to correct the salary and authorize allowance for the following positions, as previously approved by CC on 12/02/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 47595), effective 12/02/14 to 12/31/14 and FY 2015:
| Action | Position Title | Slot No. | Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
| CREATE | County Operations Administrator | 0019 | $86,888.00 | $86,888.00 |
| CREATE | County Operations Administrator | 0020 | $91,888.00 | $86,888.00 |
| ADD ALLOWANCE | County Operations Administrator | 0020 | -0- | $5,000.00 |
11. Approval of transfer(s).
12. Approval of revised salary schedule(s).
D.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of positions not included in the 2015 Adopted Salary Schedule as listed below, to be effective 01/01/2015:
a. WIC ADM Grant (1292):
Approval of the following personnel action(s), as previously approved by CC on 9/23/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46359):
a. WIC ADM Grant (1292):
Approval of the following personnel action(s), as previously approved by CC on 9/23/2014 (refer to agenda item no. 46359):
| Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Current/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| DELETE | 0018 | Nutritionist I | $41,280.00 |
| DELETE | 0058 | Clerk V | $35,391.00 |
| DELETE | 0094 | Courier | $27,881.00 |
| DELETE | 0122 | Clerk II | $23,864.00 |
| DELETE | 0128 | Clerk II | $23,864.00 |
| DELETE | 0133 | Clerk I | $21,008.00 |
| DELETE | 0150 | Clerk I | $21,008.00 |
| DELETE | 0153 | Clerk I | $21,008.00 |
| DELETE | 0154 | Clerk II | $23,083.00 |
| DELETE | 0157 | Clinic Aide II | $23,083.00 |
| DELETE | 0173 | Clerk I | $21,008.00 |
| DELETE | 0190 | Custodian I | $23,807.00 |
| DELETE | 0218 | Nutritionist I | $41,280.00 |
| CREATE | 0248 | Clinic Manager | $44,583.00 |
| CREATE | 0249 | Clinic Manager | $44,583.00 |
b. TX Agrilife Ext (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/1/2015:
| Action | Slot No. | Adopted Budgeted Allowance | Proposed Budgeted Allowance |
| Authorize Supplemental Pay Allowance |
A008 | -0- | $20,475.00 |
| Authorize Supplemental Pay Allowance |
A010 | -0- | $17,195.00 |
2. Approval of transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule(s).
E.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of Resolution authorizing County staff, in cooperation with the County's financial advisor, Estrada Hinojosa & Company, Inc., to submit one or more applications to the State Infrastructure Bank in an effort to obtain funding for certain road improvements.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the following Applications for Financial Assistance to TxDOT's State Infrastructure Bank (SIB), with authority for County Judge to sign the same:
a. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $2,561,468 for Liberty Boulavard (from Mile 4 to FM 2221) CSJ: 0921-02-322
b. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $2,415,305 for 10th Street (from SH 107 to FM 1925) CSJ: 0921-02-300
c. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $1,266,465 for FM 2220 (from FM 1924 to Mile 5 North) CSJ: 2094-01-038
d. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $3,544,000 for Mile 6 West (from Mile 9N to Mile 11N) CSJ: 0921-02-286
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the following Applications for Financial Assistance to TxDOT's State Infrastructure Bank (SIB), with authority for County Judge to sign the same:
a. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $2,561,468 for Liberty Boulavard (from Mile 4 to FM 2221) CSJ: 0921-02-322
b. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $2,415,305 for 10th Street (from SH 107 to FM 1925) CSJ: 0921-02-300
c. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $1,266,465 for FM 2220 (from FM 1924 to Mile 5 North) CSJ: 2094-01-038
d. Application for Financial Assistance in the amount of $3,544,000 for Mile 6 West (from Mile 9N to Mile 11N) CSJ: 0921-02-286
F.
1. Approval of amendment to Appendix A of the Financial Advisory Services contract.
2. Approval of third party invoices and fixed costs and expenses for the bond sales dated November 18, 2014.
2. Approval of third party invoices and fixed costs and expenses for the bond sales dated November 18, 2014.
G.
New Courthouse (1100):
Approval to designate the amount of $4,041,000.00 in the year 2014 for the design, construction and other expenditures related to the construction of the New County Courthouse.
Approval to designate the amount of $4,041,000.00 in the year 2014 for the design, construction and other expenditures related to the construction of the New County Courthouse.
H.
Human Services - 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100):
Approval to designate the amount of $4,003,115.63 in the year 2014 for expenditures related to the 1115 Waiver Program.
Approval to designate the amount of $4,003,115.63 in the year 2014 for expenditures related to the 1115 Waiver Program.
I.
TxDOT-Precinct No.1 (1315):
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $7,100.00 for additional direct costs related to engineering for the Mile 6 West road project. Limits are from Mile 9 to Mile 11 (CSJ# 0921-02-168).
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $7,100.00 for additional direct costs related to engineering for the Mile 6 West road project. Limits are from Mile 9 to Mile 11 (CSJ# 0921-02-168).
J.
Precinct No.2 TxDOT:
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $2,500.00 to cover additional engineering direct state costs for associated with CR 653 (Las Milpas Road) over South Floodway Channel project and with the County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ:0921-02-252)
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $2,500.00 to cover additional engineering direct state costs for associated with CR 653 (Las Milpas Road) over South Floodway Channel project and with the County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ:0921-02-252)
K.
Precinct No.4 TxDOT:
1. Approval of Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for FM1925 from FM907 to Sharp Road - (CSJ:1803-02-035) and with authority for County Judge to sign all appropriate documentation.
2. Approval of Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for 10th Street Extension from SH107 to FM1925 - (CSJ: 0921-02-300) and with authority for County Judge to sign all appropriate documentation.
3. Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $150,800.00 to cover County's estimated share of preliminary engineering and Right of Way Direct State Costs associated with 10th Street Extension project and with the County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
1. Approval of Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for FM1925 from FM907 to Sharp Road - (CSJ:1803-02-035) and with authority for County Judge to sign all appropriate documentation.
2. Approval of Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for 10th Street Extension from SH107 to FM1925 - (CSJ: 0921-02-300) and with authority for County Judge to sign all appropriate documentation.
3. Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $150,800.00 to cover County's estimated share of preliminary engineering and Right of Way Direct State Costs associated with 10th Street Extension project and with the County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
L.
Co. Wide Adm (1100):
Approval of 2014 interdepartmental transfer from Jail Landmark to Co. Wide Adm. - Contingency in the amount of $680,888.02.
Approval of 2014 interdepartmental transfer from Jail Landmark to Co. Wide Adm. - Contingency in the amount of $680,888.02.
M.
Authorization for the Light Audit and Analysis with vendor (Enviro-lite solutions) through the County's participation/membership with TASB/Buyboard for countywide buildings.
N.
Discussion, consideration and approval to abate the Urban County prior years accounts receivable in the amount of $33,759.98.
O.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
A. CO2014 (1345)
1. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $273,746.05 to fund the issuance costs and fiscal agent's fees.
2. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $7,000,000.00 to fund the renovations to the Adult Detention Center and the Law Enforcement Center.
3. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $510,000.00 to fund the purchase of heavy equipment for Precinct No 1.
B. Refunding Bonds 2014C (1446)
Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $307,463.05 to fund issuance costs and fiscal agent's fees.
C. Tax Notes 2014 (1304)
Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $103,012.85 to fund issuance costs and fiscal agent's fees.
1. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $273,746.05 to fund the issuance costs and fiscal agent's fees.
2. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $7,000,000.00 to fund the renovations to the Adult Detention Center and the Law Enforcement Center.
3. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $510,000.00 to fund the purchase of heavy equipment for Precinct No 1.
B. Refunding Bonds 2014C (1446)
Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $307,463.05 to fund issuance costs and fiscal agent's fees.
C. Tax Notes 2014 (1304)
Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $103,012.85 to fund issuance costs and fiscal agent's fees.
2.
LPPF-1115 Waiver UC (1258):
1. Approval of Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor in relation to revenue from the assessment of mandatory payments from the respective hospitals for the Health Care Funding District.
2. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $20,405,319.52 for the LPPF-1115 Waiver.
1. Approval of Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor in relation to revenue from the assessment of mandatory payments from the respective hospitals for the Health Care Funding District.
2. Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $20,405,319.52 for the LPPF-1115 Waiver.
3.
County Clerk's Records Management & Preservation (1237):
Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $408,780.00 for the preservation of books.
Approval of 2014 appropriation of funds in the amount of $408,780.00 for the preservation of books.
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.
Hidalgo County:
Action to amend regular AI-42568 (CC 1/21/14) for vehicle maintenance and repair services for county-owned vehicles, regular/heavy equipment, machinery parts & repairs from the vendors identified and detailed on attached list through the established and approved procedures for the requisition and purchase order process.
Action to amend regular AI-42568 (CC 1/21/14) for vehicle maintenance and repair services for county-owned vehicles, regular/heavy equipment, machinery parts & repairs from the vendors identified and detailed on attached list through the established and approved procedures for the requisition and purchase order process.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of Edinburg for "The Disposal of Non-Hazardous Solid Waste."
3.
a) Approval of a Sole Source Declaration for "Mary Ann Peralez dba Breath Test Services" for the provision of breath alcohol testing services to Hidalgo County's Alcohol Breath Test Program Services and will remain in effect unless revoked by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court;
b) Authority to enter into with approval of a Service Contract with Mary Ann Peralez dba Breath Test Services as approved by legal pursuant to action taken on line a with effective date to be as of March 6, 2015 inasmuch as current contract will expire on March 5, 2015.
b) Authority to enter into with approval of a Service Contract with Mary Ann Peralez dba Breath Test Services as approved by legal pursuant to action taken on line a with effective date to be as of March 6, 2015 inasmuch as current contract will expire on March 5, 2015.
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
Requesting approval of Exhibit A (Requirements) & Exhibit B (Evaluation Criteria) for Professional Energy Consulting Services Project authorized for publication/advertising by HCCC 10/28/14.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
Presentation of sole bid received as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 -
"Disposal of Solid Waste Received at Pct 1- Citizens Collection Station to Transfer" through project No.: 2014-374-11-19-SGS
"Disposal of Solid Waste Received at Pct 1- Citizens Collection Station to Transfer" through project No.: 2014-374-11-19-SGS
2.
Approval of Purchase for Pct. #1:
One (1) New 2015 Peterbilt 348 Series Dump Truck with standard equipment including additional equipment/options with a total of $121,449.00 through the County's membership/participation with (TASB)-Buyboard awarded vendor Rush Truck Center w/contract #430-13 which includes delivery, fee's and any other appurtenances as may be needed for project #14-417-OGG.
One (1) New 2015 Peterbilt 348 Series Dump Truck with standard equipment including additional equipment/options with a total of $121,449.00 through the County's membership/participation with (TASB)-Buyboard awarded vendor Rush Truck Center w/contract #430-13 which includes delivery, fee's and any other appurtenances as may be needed for project #14-417-OGG.
D.
Pct. 2
1.
Approve payment of Invoice #20142148 in the amount of $103,994.40 submitted for professional services rendered by TEDSI Infrastructure Group, under contract C-12-119-07-31 (WA# 3) in connection with Pct. 2 Dicker Road Project.
2.
A. Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Completion for the Precinct No. 2 Gonzalez-Zamora Subdivision Solar Lighting Project as certified by project engineer, Raul Sesin, P.E.;
B. Requesting approval for Final Payment Application No. 13933 in the amount of $170,169.70 from Facility Solutions Group, awarded vendor through the Hidalgo County's Participation/membership with TASB/Buyboard cooperative purchasing program, as certified for payment by project engineer, Raul Sesin, P.E.
B. Requesting approval for Final Payment Application No. 13933 in the amount of $170,169.70 from Facility Solutions Group, awarded vendor through the Hidalgo County's Participation/membership with TASB/Buyboard cooperative purchasing program, as certified for payment by project engineer, Raul Sesin, P.E.
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
Presentation of the responsible vendor (Clarke Mosquito Control Chemicals, Inc.) submitting the lowest and best bid (as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein) and meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract (but in no event to exceed the statutory procurement threshold of $50K) under the Request for Sealed Quotes titled: Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department- "Mosquito Control Chemical" through project No.: 2014-347-10-31-SGS.
2.
Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated contract with Network Sciences, Inc., (ranked #1 by CC 11/10/2014) for RFP 2014-276-10-15-YZV-"Indigent Health Care Computer Software"
F.
Facilities Management:
1.
A. Acceptance and approval to award proposal received in the amount of $5,288.39 from Herrera and Hunt, Inc., awarded Job Order Contractor through County's participation with HCDE-Choice Facility Partners JOC contract No. JOC-09-040JC-07, for the project: Hidalgo County -"Additional Roof Drain Repairs for the Old Administration Building". (2014-269C-MSS).
B. Due to urgent need and to avoid work stoppage for the Renovations at the Old Administration Building, requesting ratification of issuance of the Purchase Order #714344 for a proposal received from JOC Awarded contractor, Herrera & Hunt through County's Participation with HCDE -Choice Facility Partners JOC Contract No. JOC-09-040JC-07, in the amount of $13,277.05 for "The Installation of two roof drains".
B. Due to urgent need and to avoid work stoppage for the Renovations at the Old Administration Building, requesting ratification of issuance of the Purchase Order #714344 for a proposal received from JOC Awarded contractor, Herrera & Hunt through County's Participation with HCDE -Choice Facility Partners JOC Contract No. JOC-09-040JC-07, in the amount of $13,277.05 for "The Installation of two roof drains".
G.
Budget & Management
1.
Requesting approval of Contract # C-14-123-12-16 with Palm Valley Animal Center Sole Source vendor (approved by HCCC in 02/2011) for "Hidalgo County - Impoundment and Quarantine of Small Animals" effective January 01, 2015 through December 31, 2017 with terms, rates and conditions as stated in proposal and made part of the agreement by reference.
H.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Acceptance and approval to execute a Professional Engineer contract/agreement for the provision of general engineering services for Pct No. 1 for Border Colonia Round III with Le Fevre Engineering & Management Consulting, Inc. as authorized and approved for negotiations by CC on 10/28/14.
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for Border Colonia Access Program Engineering Services contract for Precinct No. 3 with Javier Hinojosa Engineering C-CAP-08-030A-10-28 to replace the existing Exhibit "C" (Project Schedule) with AMENDED Exhibit "C" (Project Schedule).
2.
ENGINEERING SERVICES:
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of Engineering Services in connection with Havana Lomas #4 and Havana Lomas #5 , Pct 3 Round 3 BCAP Subdivisions;
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of Engineering Services in connection with Havana Lomas #4 and Havana Lomas #5 , Pct 3 Round 3 BCAP Subdivisions;
| Scores | Javier Hinojosa Engineering |
SAMES Inc. | Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC |
| Evaluator 1 | 98 | 90 | 87 |
| 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 Havana Lomas #4 and Havana Lomas #5, Pct 3 Round 3 BCAP Projects.
MATERIAL TESTING:
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of Construction Material Testing in connection with Havana Lomas #4 and Havana Lomas #5, Pct 3 Round 3 BCAP Projects;
| Scores | L & G Engineering |
PSI Inc. | Izaguirre Engineering Group, Inc. |
| Evaluator 1 | 98 | 91 | 88 |
| RANKING |
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional (Construction Material Testing) contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ______________________________ for the provision of construction material testing services Havana Lomas #4 and Havana Lomas #5, Pct 3 Round 3 BCAP Projects.
J.
Juvenile Probation
1.
Acceptance and approval to award job order contractor, Herrera & Hunt (awarded JOC through HCDE-Choice Facility Partners Contract #09-040JC-07) in the amount of $63,852.85 for repairs and replacement to existing security fencing inside Juvenile Detention Center located at 1711 N. Bridge St in Weslaco, Tx -Project #2014-423-OGG.
K.
Co. Wide
1.
Requesting Authority to advertise and approval of qualifications, requirements, and scope of services as attached hereto for: "Hidalgo County Pool of Professional Services" for the following:
A. Architectural Services (RFQ No. 2015-005-01-28-YSS)
B. Engineering Services (RFQ No. 2015-006-01-28-YZV)
C. Engineering Services Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing (RFQ No. 2015-007-01-28-SMA)
D. Construction Management Services (RFQ No. 2015-008-01-28-MSS)
E. Appraisal Services (RFQ No. 2015-009-01-28-SGS)
F. Surveying Services (RFQ No. 2015-010-01-28-MEG)
for selection on an "as needed basis" (through a grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol-as established by CC) per project by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, Precincts, all County Departments and/or applicable Programs or Agencies requiring said services effective March 16, 2015 through March 15, 2016.
A. Architectural Services (RFQ No. 2015-005-01-28-YSS)
B. Engineering Services (RFQ No. 2015-006-01-28-YZV)
C. Engineering Services Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing (RFQ No. 2015-007-01-28-SMA)
D. Construction Management Services (RFQ No. 2015-008-01-28-MSS)
E. Appraisal Services (RFQ No. 2015-009-01-28-SGS)
F. Surveying Services (RFQ No. 2015-010-01-28-MEG)
for selection on an "as needed basis" (through a grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol-as established by CC) per project by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, Precincts, all County Departments and/or applicable Programs or Agencies requiring said services effective March 16, 2015 through March 15, 2016.
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.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
Pending/potential litigation:
The South 5.0 acres of the North 20.0 acres of Lot 45-2, WEST ADDITION TO SHARYLAND, Hidalgo County, Texas, according to the map recorded in Volume 1, Page 56, Map Records in the Office of the County Clerk of Hidalgo County, Texas, reference to which is here made for all purposes.
The South 5.0 acres of the North 20.0 acres of Lot 45-2, WEST ADDITION TO SHARYLAND, Hidalgo County, Texas, according to the map recorded in Volume 1, Page 56, Map Records in the Office of the County Clerk of Hidalgo County, Texas, reference to which is here made for all purposes.
D.
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Bearcats
E.
Cause No. D-1-GN-14-004597; Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a Division of Health Care Service Corporation, and Dearborn National Life Insurance Company v. The Honorable Greg Abbott, Attorney General of Texas, and Hidalgo County, Texas
F.
C-2749-13-G; Leihliana Ruelas and Deyanira Ruelas v. Hidalgo County Sheriff Department and Gilbert Flores
G.
Cause No. CL-13-1855-A; Alberto Martinez vs. Hidalgo County
H.
CL-13-0827-F; Jose Alaniz and Rosalinda Alaniz v. County of Hidalgo
I.
Claim of Frida Partners LLC
J.
Claim of AT&T
26.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
Pending/potential litigation:
The South 5.0 acres of the North 20.0 acres of Lot 45-2, WEST ADDITION TO SHARYLAND, Hidalgo County, Texas, according to the map recorded in Volume 1, Page 56, Map Records in the Office of the County Clerk of Hidalgo County, Texas, reference to which is here made for all purposes.
The South 5.0 acres of the North 20.0 acres of Lot 45-2, WEST ADDITION TO SHARYLAND, Hidalgo County, Texas, according to the map recorded in Volume 1, Page 56, Map Records in the Office of the County Clerk of Hidalgo County, Texas, reference to which is here made for all purposes.
D.
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Bearcats
E.
Cause No. D-1-GN-14-004597; Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a Division of Health Care Service Corporation, and Dearborn National Life Insurance Company v. The Honorable Greg Abbott, Attorney General of Texas, and Hidalgo County, Texas
F.
C-2749-13-G; Leihliana Ruelas and Deyanira Ruelas v. Hidalgo County Sheriff Department and Gilbert Flores
G.
Cause No. CL-13-1855-A; Alberto Martinez vs. Hidalgo County
H.
CL-13-0827-F; Jose Alaniz and Rosalinda Alaniz v. County of Hidalgo
I.
Claim of Frida Partners LLC
J.
Claim of AT&T
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