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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING January 20, 2015 9:30 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held at Edinburg Council Chambers, 415 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Open Forum
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
Resolution in honor of Robert L. Lozano on his appointment to the Board of Directors for the Federal Reserve Bank.
B.
Proclamation Declaring January 2015 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
C.
Discussion and update on RGV Day in Austin and Legislative Tour
D.
Approval to appoint one Representative and one Alternate to the Amigos del Valle Board.
E.
1. Presentation by the Hidalgo County Historical Commission.
2. Approval of the appointment/reappointment of members to the Hidalgo County Historical Commission for the 2015-2016 term.
2. Approval of the appointment/reappointment of members to the Hidalgo County Historical Commission for the 2015-2016 term.
F.
Discussion and possible action on Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County, City of Mission, and Mission TIRZ
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.
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (1100):
1. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2015 county allocation of required local match in the amount of $657,472.00 for DSHS Contract #2015-046616-001 in accordance with Texas Health & Safety Code Section 534.066 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor
2. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2015 county allocation match in the amount of $248,109.00 for psychiatric emergency crisis services - DSHS Contract #2012-046616.006 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor
TOTAL PAYMENT AMOUNT $905,581.00
1. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2015 county allocation of required local match in the amount of $657,472.00 for DSHS Contract #2015-046616-001 in accordance with Texas Health & Safety Code Section 534.066 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor
2. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2015 county allocation match in the amount of $248,109.00 for psychiatric emergency crisis services - DSHS Contract #2012-046616.006 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor
TOTAL PAYMENT AMOUNT $905,581.00
D.
Requesting approval of payment of attorney vouchers (not submitted within 3 months of disposition as per Local Rules of Administration adopted under TLGC 74.093) from attorney Daniel Quirino Longoria in connection with legal representation of indigent defendants with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
| Invoice Date | Disposition Date | Cause # / Court # | Amount |
| 12/09/14 | 2/05/14 | CR-14-0756-B / County Court #2 | 200.00 |
| 12/10/14 | 2/12/14 | CR-14-1337-E / County Court #5 | 200.00 |
| 12/10/14 | 2/10/14 | CR-11-7840-E / County Court #5 | 300.00 |
| 12/08/14 | 3/27/14 | CR-14-2542-F / County Court #6 | 200.00 |
| TOTAL | 900.00 |
E.
Approval of 2015 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and Museum of South Texas History in the amount of $ 270,000.00.
F.
Right of Way: Approval to accept Right of Way Donation Deed from Sharyland ISD for the expansion of Shary Road (0.8084 acre).
G.
Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, Executive Officer to sign City of Edinburg's Application for Non-Profit Rental Rates for use of Edinburg Activity Center for County Health Fair
H.
Facilities Management:
A. Approval of credit application and agreement with Mueller, Inc. (metal roofing) in order to purchase needed material for County Facility repair and new installation and authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign documents
B. Approval of credit application with Firstex Construction Materials, LLC. in order to purchase needed material for County Facility repair and new installation and authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign documents
A. Approval of credit application and agreement with Mueller, Inc. (metal roofing) in order to purchase needed material for County Facility repair and new installation and authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign documents
B. Approval of credit application with Firstex Construction Materials, LLC. in order to purchase needed material for County Facility repair and new installation and authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign documents
I.
Approval to accept two settlement checks from Texas Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company in the amount of $9,955.14 and $1,324.61 to settle the remaining amount for the total loss auto accident with County vehicle. (Constable P1)
J.
Approval to accept settlement check from Peachtree Casualty Insurance Company in the amount of $1,004.68 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Fire Marshal)
K.
Discussion and possible action regarding colonia conventional lighting program initiated by Hidalgo County
8.
Constables:
A.
Constable Pct. #2: Presentation and discussion of the 2014 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 Office, in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
B.
Constable Pct. #2: Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2015 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report
C.
Constable Pct. 4: Presentation and discussion of 2014 Racial Profiling Report as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 Department in accordance with Article 2.134 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
D.
Constable Pct. 4: Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2014 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
9.
Human Resources - Esther Cortez:
A.
Elections Department (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to create the following temporary full-time positions not to exceed six (6) months:
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to create the following temporary full-time positions not to exceed six (6) months:
| Slot# | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary/Hourly Rate |
| T166 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T167 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T168 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T169 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T170 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T171 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
B.
Human Resources (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2015:
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2015:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/Program | Position Title | Budgeted Allowance Amount |
| Delete auto allowance | 0002 | 190-002 | Executive Assistant III | $3,500.00 |
| Add auto allowance | 0005 | 190-002 | Human Resources Specialist III | $3,500.00 |
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
C.
Health & Human Services Division (1100) / Health Department Administration (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/Program | Position Title | Current/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0035 | 240-001 Human Services Division |
Coordinator III | $48,149.00 |
| Create | 0055 | 340-001 Health Dept Administration |
Coordinator III | $48,149.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
D.
Sheriff's Office (1100)/ Jail (1100):
1. Approval of the following position title changes only, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2015:
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
Courthouse Security (1241):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2015:
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Approval of the following position title changes only, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2015:
| Slot# | Dept/Program | Current Position Title | Proposed Position Title |
| 0003 | 280-001 | Division Commander | Division Chief |
| 0004 | 280-001 | Division Commander | Division Chief |
| 0369 | 280-001 | Division Commander | Division Chief |
| 0001 | 280-002 | Division Commander | Division Chief |
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
Courthouse Security (1241):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2015:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/Program | Position Title | Current/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0014 | 125-032 | Security Specialist | $32,769.00 |
| Create | 0016 | 125-032 | Detention Officer (Step II) | $32,461.00 |
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
E.
Texas Agrilife Extension Service (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2014:
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 01/26/2014:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/Prog | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budget Salary |
| Delete | 0002 | 380-001 | 4-H Youth Outreach Coordinator | $34,804.00 | -0- |
| Delete | 0003 | 380-001 | Administrative Assistant II | $31,045.00 | -0- |
| Create | 0013 | 380-001 | Administrative Assistant III | -0- | $34,045.00 |
| Create | 0014 | 380-001 | Community Outreach Program Specialist | -0- | $31,804.00 |
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
F.
DA Criminal / DA Civil Litigation (1100):
1. Discussion, approval and consideration of the following personnel actions effective, 01/26/2015:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfers.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
4. Approval to transfer Employee #189294 to position 080-002-0109.
5. Approval to transfer Employee# 189286 to position 080-002-0110.
DA Bad Checks (1222):
1. Discussion, approval and consideration of the following personnel actions, effective 01/26/2015:
2. Approval of "Title Change" for Slot# 080-002-0107 from Administrative Assistant I, to Executive Assistant II.
3. Approval of intradepartmental transfer
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
DA Civil Litigation/ Bond Forfeiture (1100) / DA Investigation HB65 (1223):
1. Discussion, approval and consideration of the following personnel actions effective, 01/26/2015:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/ Program |
Current/Proposed Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0002 | 080-013 | Attorney III | $63,500.00 | -0- |
| Create | 0109 | 080-002 | Assistant District Attorney III | -0- | $63,500.00 |
| Delete | 0004 | 080-013 | Attorney III | $52,002.00 | -0- |
| Create | 0110 | 080-002 | Assistant District Attorney III | -0- | $52,002.00 |
| Delete | 0092 | 080-002 | Assistant District Attorney II | $52,002.00 | -0- |
| Create | 0006 | 080-013 | Attorney II | -0- | $52,002.00 |
| Delete | 0102 | 080-002 | Assistant District Attorney II | $52,002.00 | -0- |
| Create | 0007 | 080-013 | Attorney II | -0- | $52,002.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfers.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
4. Approval to transfer Employee #189294 to position 080-002-0109.
5. Approval to transfer Employee# 189286 to position 080-002-0110.
DA Bad Checks (1222):
1. Discussion, approval and consideration of the following personnel actions, effective 01/26/2015:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/ Program |
Current/Proposed Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Alloc Slot |
| Create | 0032 | 080-006 | Administrative Asst I | -0- | $30,000.00 | |
| Create | 0033 | 080-006 | Criminal Investigator II | -0- | $3,000.00 | 080-002-0100 |
| Create | 0034 | 080-006 | Executive Assistant II | -0- | $21,906.00 | 080-002-0107 |
| Delete | 0031 | 080-006 | Coordinator I | $35,391.00 | -0- |
2. Approval of "Title Change" for Slot# 080-002-0107 from Administrative Assistant I, to Executive Assistant II.
3. Approval of intradepartmental transfer
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
DA Civil Litigation/ Bond Forfeiture (1100) / DA Investigation HB65 (1223):
1. Approval of Title Changes only to allocated slots as follows:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/ Program |
Current Position Title |
Proposed Position Title |
Alloc Slot |
| Title Change/Alloc | 0109 | 080-007 | Asst Dist Atty II | Attorney II | 080-013-0006 |
| Title Change/Alloc | 0009 | 080-016 | Asst Dist Atty II | Attorney II | 080-013-0006 |
| Title Change/Alloc | 0111 | 080-007 | Asst Dist Atty II | Attorney II | 080-013-0007 |
| Title Change/ Alloc | 0014 | 080-016 | Asst Dist Atty II | Attorney II | 080-013-0007 |
| Title Change/Alloc | 0016 | 080-016 | Attorney III | Asst Dist Atty III | 080-002-0110 |
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
DA Investigation HB65 (1223):
1. Discussion, approval and consideration of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period of 01/26/2015 & approval to create the following temporary part-time positions not to exceed six months, beginning 01/21/2015 - 06/30/2015:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/ Program |
Current/ Proposed Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Net Change |
Alloc Slot |
| Salary Adj/Increase |
0028 | 080-007 | Executive Assistant II | $15,091.00 | $21,411.00 | $6,320.00 | 080-002-0055 |
| Create | T125 | 080-007 | Clerk IV (Temporary PT) |
-0- | $8,320.00/yr $20.00/hr |
$8,320.00 | |
| Create | T126 | 080-007 | Clerk I (Temporary PT) |
-0- | $7,500.00/yr $15.00/hr |
$7,500.00 | |
| Delete | 0101 | 080-007 | Intake Clerk I | $33,280.00 | -0- | <$33,280.00> |
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
4. Approval to waive posting of the Clerk IV and Clerk I positions.
DA Pretrial Intervention (1225):
1. Discussion, approval and consideration of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/Program | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Net Change |
Alloc Slot |
| Salary Adj. Increase |
0001 | 080-015 | Assistant District Atty V |
$4,875.00 | $9,875.00 | $5,000.00 | 080-002-0001 |
| Salary Adj. Increase |
0008 | 080-015 | Assistant District Atty IV |
$2,348.00 | $19,348.00 | $17,000.00 | 080-002-0011 |
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
G.
Tax Office (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions:
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Slot# | Position Title | Current/Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0034 | Deputy Clerk II | $35,651.00 |
| Delete | 0059 | Deputy Clerk I | $26,924.00 |
| Delete | 0060 | Deputy Clerk I | $26,394.00 |
| Delete | 0135 | Deputy Clerk I | $26,014.00 |
| Delete | 0145 | Deputy Clerk I | $26,014.00 |
| Create | 0168 | Executive Asst I | $38,500.00 |
| Create | 0169 | Executive Asst II | $44,000.00 |
| Create | 0170 | Bookkeeper II | $29,484.00 |
| Create | 0171 | Administrative Asst III | $34,000.00 |
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
H.
Urban County Program (1288):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 01/26/2015:
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 01/26/2015:
| 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 to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
I.
Pct 1 Parks (1100)/ Pct 1 Rd Maintenance (1200):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following salary adjustment, effective 01/26/2015:
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 01/26/2015.
3. Approval of transfer(s).
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following salary adjustment, effective 01/26/2015:
| Action | Dept/ Pgrm | Slot No. |
Current Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Total Adjustment |
| Salary Adjustment (Increase) |
121-013 | 0010 | Heavy Equipment Operator III | $27,405.00 | Heavy Equipment Operator III | $30,324.00 | $2,919.00 |
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 01/26/2015.
| Action |
Dept/ Pgrm |
Slot No. |
Current Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Total Adjustment |
| Reclassify | 121-013 | 0007 | Clerk/ Receptionist | $29,150.00 | Accounts Payable Clerk | $32,150.00 | $3,000.00 |
| Reclassify | 121-005 | 0046 | Heavy Equipment Operator I |
$27,124.00 | Heavy Equipment Operator III |
$30,324.00 | $3,200.00 |
| Reclassify | 121-005 | 0109 | Heavy Equipment Operator III |
$30,342.00 | Crew Leader II | $33,542.00 | $3,200.00 |
3. Approval of transfer(s).
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
J.
Pct 3 Sanitation (1100)/Pct 3 Rd Maintenance (1200):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following salary adjustments, effective 01/26/2015:
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 01/26/2015.
3. Approval of transfer(s).
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule(s) in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following salary adjustments, effective 01/26/2015:
| 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 | $32,000.00 | $1,100.00 |
| 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 | $33,000.00 | $4,160.00 |
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 01/26/2015.
| 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 transfer(s).
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule(s) in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
10.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
1. Authorization and approval to accept award no. G15SS0002A from the Cooperative Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President-Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $135,084.00 for the period of 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2016.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor's Office.
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force (Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Initiative) in the amount of $135,084.00 for fiscal year 2015.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Authorization and approval to accept award no. G15SS0002A from the Cooperative Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President-Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $135,084.00 for the period of 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2016.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor's Office.
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force (Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Initiative) in the amount of $135,084.00 for fiscal year 2015.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
B.
HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251):
1. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $40,000.00 for the Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1251).
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period:
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $40,000.00 for the Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Fund Budget (1251).
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period:
| Action | Dept/ Program |
Slot # |
Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Total Adjustment |
Allocation to Slot |
| Salary Adj/ Increase |
270-011 (Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture) |
G025 | Commander | -0- | $30,000.00 | $30,000.00 | 270-003-G001 |
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
11.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
1. Approval of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces(OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District/Houston Division Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the county Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract (SW-TXS-0968).
3. Approval to appropriate OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $6,000.00 for equipment/supplies.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the county Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract (SW-TXS-0968).
3. Approval to appropriate OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $6,000.00 for equipment/supplies.
12.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
Requesting permission to allow Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Dept. in partnership with Hidalgo County Emergency Management to host and provide training for local Amateur Radio Operators. The training will be conducted at the Hidalgo County EOC and utilize the EOC's amateur radio equipment and equipment brought by local Amateur Radio Operators. The Field Day Exercise will be on February 7, 2015.
B.
Requesting approval to submit grant application to the National Institute of Health. Grant funds are to support conferences that are relevant to the NIH's mission and to public health.
C.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures
D.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
13.
Adult Probation - Arnold K. Patrick:
A.
DWI Grant Program Income (1289):
1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI grant program income in the amount of $13,748.50.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI grant program income (GPI) in the total amount of $13,748.50.
1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI grant program income in the amount of $13,748.50.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI grant program income (GPI) in the total amount of $13,748.50.
14.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and approval of contracts with G & G Contractors for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:
1. (2) Units in the Countywide area, (1) unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes. Total contracts amount is $200,200.00 to G & G Contractors
1. (2) Units in the Countywide area, (1) unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes. Total contracts amount is $200,200.00 to G & G Contractors
B.
Authorization to proceed with Condemnation Proceedings on Parcel #34 for the Delta Area Connector/ East Lateral Drain Project
15.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Discussion/Approval of Self-Assessment Schedule
B.
Request Approval to Prepare Five (5) Year Program Application Based on Designation Renewal System
C.
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 Term According to 45CFR Chapter XIII, 1304.50(b)(7) Beginning October 2014 - Pending Appointment of Community Representative: Commissioner Joseph Palacios, Precinct 4
16.
Auditor's Office - Ray Eufracio:
A.
Discussion, consideration, and approval for the County Auditor's Office to conduct an audit of the Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report prepared by the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, HIDTA, Constable Precinct 1, Constable Precinct 2, Constable Precinct 3, Constable Precinct 4, and Hidalgo County Fire Marshal for fiscal year 2014 pursuant to the Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report requirements.
17.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
Approval to appoint a member to the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Board.
B.
1. Approval to accept a letter of resignation from Michael G. Cano, board member of the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Board.
2. Approval to appoint a member to the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Board.
2. Approval to appoint a member to the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Board.
C.
Discussion and approval of a resolution in support of A. Jimmy Garza to represent this region and The State of Texas by serving as a Texas Department of Transportation, TXDOT, commissioner.
D.
Precinct 2- Parks (1100)/ Admin (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions:
1. Delete the following position:
2. Create the following position:
3. Approval of Interdepartmental transfer.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedules in accordance with Commissioners' Court action.
Approval of the following personnel actions:
1. Delete the following position:
Action |
Program |
Slot # |
Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 122-008 - Parks | 0036 | Maintenance Custodian | $22,297.00 |
| Total: | $22,297.00 |
2. Create the following position:
Action |
Program |
Slot # |
Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Create | 122-005 - Rd. Admin. | 0023 | Custodian II | $25,426.00 |
| Total: | $25,426.00 |
3. Approval of Interdepartmental transfer.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedules in accordance with Commissioners' Court action.
18.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
1. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and City of Penitas, concerning certain Phase II improvements to Mile 3 Corridor from FM 492 to FM 2221.
2. In accordance with Section 791.010 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project regarding certain Phase II road improvements to Mile 3 Road from FM 492 to FM 2221.
2. In accordance with Section 791.010 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project regarding certain Phase II road improvements to Mile 3 Road from FM 492 to FM 2221.
B.
1. Discussion and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement among the City Alton, Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 in relation to widening of drainage ditch located on 5 Mile Line west of Conway.
2. In accordance with Section 791.010 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project regarding the widening of drainage ditch located on 5 Mile Line west of Conway
2. In accordance with Section 791.010 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project regarding the widening of drainage ditch located on 5 Mile Line west of Conway
19.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Right of Way:
1. Discussion and/or approval of Order Closing, Abandoning and Vacating 0.753 acres of roadway between Block NOS. 10 and 11, Section No. 260 of the Texas- Mexican Railway Company's Subdivision, Hidalgo County, Texas (Holmes RD)
2. Discussion and/or approval of Order Closing, Abandoning and Vacating 0.443 acres of roadway between Block NOS. 10 and 11, Section No. 260 of the Texas- Mexican Railway Company's Subdivision, Hidalgo County, Texas (Holmes RD)
1. Discussion and/or approval of Order Closing, Abandoning and Vacating 0.753 acres of roadway between Block NOS. 10 and 11, Section No. 260 of the Texas- Mexican Railway Company's Subdivision, Hidalgo County, Texas (Holmes RD)
2. Discussion and/or approval of Order Closing, Abandoning and Vacating 0.443 acres of roadway between Block NOS. 10 and 11, Section No. 260 of the Texas- Mexican Railway Company's Subdivision, Hidalgo County, Texas (Holmes RD)
B.
Pct. 4 MCISD Paving Project:
Acceptance and approval of request for payment of additional materials invoiced by Frontera Materials, Inc and approved by McAllen ISD board of trustees on 04/28/14, for the MCISD Paving Project.
Acceptance and approval of request for payment of additional materials invoiced by Frontera Materials, Inc and approved by McAllen ISD board of trustees on 04/28/14, for the MCISD Paving Project.
| Vendor | PO # | Inv # | Amount |
| Frontera Materials | 696282 | 213-11884 | $1,800.30 |
| Frontera Materials | 696283 | 213-11885 | $6,024.64 |
| Frontera Materials | 701635 | 213-13031 | $2,481.24 |
| Frontera Materials | 701652 | 213-13093 | $934.38 |
20.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
CO2014 (1345)
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the total amount of $6,997,400.00 to fund various Precinct no. 1 & Precinct no. 3 Road and CRC Projects.
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the total amount of $6,997,400.00 to fund various Precinct no. 1 & Precinct no. 3 Road and CRC Projects.
2.
Various Departments (1304)
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds for Various Departments in the total amount of $5,506,730.00 to fund the purchase of a replacement vehicles.
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds for Various Departments in the total amount of $5,506,730.00 to fund the purchase of a replacement vehicles.
3.
Supplemental Court Guardianship (1250):
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the amount of $50,000.00 to fund legal services.
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the amount of $50,000.00 to fund legal services.
4.
Justice Court Building Security Fund (1245):
Approval of appropriation of funds for the Justice Court Building Security Fund in the total amount of $ 10,000 to cover the cost proposal from Herrera & Hunt for the final installation of two cashier windows at Pct.1 JP Offices.
Approval of appropriation of funds for the Justice Court Building Security Fund in the total amount of $ 10,000 to cover the cost proposal from Herrera & Hunt for the final installation of two cashier windows at Pct.1 JP Offices.
B.
Interfund transfers:
1.
A. Certificate of Obligation, Series 2014 (1445)
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to CO 2014 (1445) in the amount of $598,531.00 to fund the 2015 interest payment and fiscal agent fees.
B. Refunding Bonds, Series 2014C (1446)
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to Refunding Bond 2014C (1446) in the amount of $187,047.00 to fund the 2015 February interest payment and fiscal agent fees.
C. Tax Notes, Series 2014 (1401)
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to Tax Notes 2014 (1401) in the amount of $1,257,895.00 to fund the 2015 principal & interest payments and fiscal agent fees.
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to CO 2014 (1445) in the amount of $598,531.00 to fund the 2015 interest payment and fiscal agent fees.
B. Refunding Bonds, Series 2014C (1446)
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to Refunding Bond 2014C (1446) in the amount of $187,047.00 to fund the 2015 February interest payment and fiscal agent fees.
C. Tax Notes, Series 2014 (1401)
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to Tax Notes 2014 (1401) in the amount of $1,257,895.00 to fund the 2015 principal & interest payments and fiscal agent fees.
C.
1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100):
1. Approval to undesignate the amount of $1,000,000.00 in the year 2015 for expenditures related to the 1115 Waiver Program.
2. Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to fund program expenditures.
1. Approval to undesignate the amount of $1,000,000.00 in the year 2015 for expenditures related to the 1115 Waiver Program.
2. Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the amount of $1,000,000.00 to fund program expenditures.
D.
1. Approval to correct salary schedule discrepancies adopted during the 2015 budget process as listed in Exhibit A, effective 1/01/2015.
2. Approval of transfer(s).
3. Approval to revised salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
2. Approval of transfer(s).
3. Approval to revised salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
E.
TxDOT-Precinct No.1(1315):
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $1,700.00 for additional estimated direct costs for the engineering phase for the CR 229 (Mile 17 1/2 Road) at Drainage Ditch off system bridge project.(CSJ: 0921-02-290)
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $1,700.00 for additional estimated direct costs for the engineering phase for the CR 229 (Mile 17 1/2 Road) at Drainage Ditch off system bridge project.(CSJ: 0921-02-290)
21.
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.
Acceptance of a rebate check in the amount of $ 20,362.55 from The Local Government Purchasing Cooperative and Buy Board for the 2013-2014 fiscal years.
2.
Acceptance and approval of "First Amendment" to the lease agreement between Hidalgo County [currently housing Dept of Human Resources] to reflect name change of lessor from Jack McClelland to JDMC Investments, LLC.
3.
Discussion, consideration, and action/approval of final Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of Edinburg for: "The Disposal of Non-Hazardous Solid Waste."
4.
Acceptance and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between Hidalgo County (all elected offices, departments, programs and/or agencies thru all funding sources) and the Education Service Center, Region 20 (Coop) with the purpose of participating in the cooperative purchasing services of Purchasing Association of Cooperative Entities (Pace) as an additional procurement resource with authority for County Judge to execute document and thus permit Purchasing Agent or Designee to complete and fulfill the online Interlocal/Resolution Documents.
5.
Requesting approval of the continuation of the "Membership Agreement" between National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) and Hidalgo County, thus allowing the County to continue utilization of the procurement resources that are compliant with bidding requirements with no cost to Hidalgo County.
B.
Elections:
1.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 262.024, (a)(7) an item that can be obtained from only one source;
B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Drake Communications, Inc. for the provision of Support and Maintenance Services for the Keystone IVR System used by HC-Elections Department any other applicable HC Elected Officer, Departments, Programs and Agencies under all funding sources if the same equipment is acquired or in use;
C. Requesting approval to purchase and enter into an Expert Maintenance Services for the Elections Department Keystone Interactive Voice Response System in the amount of $4,800.00 for a period of one (1) year with subsequent years to be governed by this Sole Source Declaration unless otherwise revoked by the HC including authority for County Judge to execute agreement.
B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Drake Communications, Inc. for the provision of Support and Maintenance Services for the Keystone IVR System used by HC-Elections Department any other applicable HC Elected Officer, Departments, Programs and Agencies under all funding sources if the same equipment is acquired or in use;
C. Requesting approval to purchase and enter into an Expert Maintenance Services for the Elections Department Keystone Interactive Voice Response System in the amount of $4,800.00 for a period of one (1) year with subsequent years to be governed by this Sole Source Declaration unless otherwise revoked by the HC including authority for County Judge to execute agreement.
C.
Pct. 2
1.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for Precinct No. 2 Regional Hike & Bike Trail Project'
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for Precinct No. 2 Regional Hike & Bike Trail Project'
| EVALUATION | Hinojosa Engineering Inc., | L & G | Javier Hinojosa Engineering |
| Scoring | 97 | 98 | 95 |
| Ranking |
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services contract commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm _____________________for engineering services for Pct No. 2 Regional Hike & Bike Trail Project.
D.
Pct. 4
1.
Acceptance and approval of
"AMENDMENT" to
Exhibit A- (Scope of Work/Cost Proposal ) for professional services agreement#
E-14-293-06-30 (C-11-099-05-24) with
GEORGE M. "MITCH" HUDGINS d/b/a
MODERN TECHNOLOGY-MODERN ENVIRONMENT, due to, TCEQ notice to Engineer that the
"Groundwater Sampling and Analysis Plan" (GWSAP) needs to be updated in accordance with 30 TAC Section 330.491 (a) and 40 CFR, Part 258, Appendix I and in order to remain in compliance with TCEQ.
2.
Acceptance and approval of
Change Order No. 4 for an extension ofsixty (60) days and zero additional dollars to Contract No. C-13-072A-11-19 with
Couric Enterprises, LLC dba
Foremost Construction as reviewed/approved by project architect of record, Mata-Garcia Architects, LLP for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 -"Construction of a Community Resource Center in San Carlos" with authority for County Judge, or Court Member to execute document.
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
Presentation of sole responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and meeting all specifications and/ or requirements (as detailed in the documentation contained herein) for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County Health and Human Services- "Laboratory Services" through project No.: 2014-415-MEG.
F.
Facilities Management:
1.
Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by Pro Tech Mechanical - Valley, LLC in connection with the Hidalgo County Facilities Management - "Replacement of a 160 ton Chiller for the Old Administration Building (100 E. Cano, Edinburg, TX" (PO#711021) with authority for Mr. Valde Guerra, Executive Officer, to sign document on behalf of Facilities Management and Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia to execute the Certificate of Construction Completion.
2.
Acceptance and approval to award proposals received 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 following projects:
A. "Turnkey Installation of a Bullet Proof Window at JP Pct. 1 Pl. 1 -JP Saenz" in the amount of: $2,848.16. (2015-040-MSS).
B. "Turnkey Installation of a Bullet Proof Window W/Tray at JP Pct. 1 Pl. 2 -JP Morales" in the amount of: $5,260.32 (2015-040A-MSS).
A. "Turnkey Installation of a Bullet Proof Window at JP Pct. 1 Pl. 1 -JP Saenz" in the amount of: $2,848.16. (2015-040-MSS).
B. "Turnkey Installation of a Bullet Proof Window W/Tray at JP Pct. 1 Pl. 2 -JP Morales" in the amount of: $5,260.32 (2015-040A-MSS).
G.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Requesting acceptance and approval to execute a Professional Engineer agreement # C-CAP-14-397-10-28 for the provision of construction materials testing services for Pct No. 1 Border Colonia Round III with Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. as authorized and approved for negotiations by CC on 10/28/14.
H.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
1.
Requesting acceptance and approval to execute a Professional Engineer agreement # C-CAP-14-401-10-28 for the provision of construction materials testing services for Pct No. 2 Border Colonia Round III with Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. as authorized and approved for negotiations by CC on 10/28/14
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
A. Acceptance and approval to execute a Professional Engineer contract/agreement for the provision of general engineering services for Pct No. 3 for Border Colonia Round III with Javier Hinojosa Engineering as authorized and approved for negotiations by CC on 12/16/14.
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for contract # C-CAP-14-424-12-16 with a proposed fee of $21,720.60 with Javier Hinojosa Engineering to provide Plans, Specifications and Estimate and Construction Inspection for Round 3 BCAP Project to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 for various Border Colonia Access Program Round III Projects.
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for contract # C-CAP-14-424-12-16 with a proposed fee of $21,720.60 with Javier Hinojosa Engineering to provide Plans, Specifications and Estimate and Construction Inspection for Round 3 BCAP Project to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 for various Border Colonia Access Program Round III Projects.
J.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Acceptance and approval of the final construction contract document for the project: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office: "Hidalgo County Adult Detention Center and Law Enforcement Facility Roof &/or Air Condition Repairs &/or Replacement (CC award action on ai # 47004, 10-28-14) to Central Air & Heating Service Inc., in the total amount of $5,990,000.00 (Contract No. C-14-047-01-20).
2.
Presentation of sole responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and meeting all specifications and/ or requirements (as detailed in the documentation contained herein) for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County Sheirff's Office- "Repair, Removal and Installation and/or Purchases of Radios, Computers, and other misc. equipment " through project No.: 2015-012-MEG.
22.
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.
C-2749-13-G; Leihliana Ruelas and Deyanira Ruelas v. Hidalgo County Sheriff Department and Gilbert Flores
D.
C-8615-14-A; Michael Calvillo & Rosa Rivera v. Hidalgo County, et al
E.
Claim of Lorenzo Rodriguez
F.
Claim of Enterprise Holdings, Inc.
G.
Claim of Verizon
H.
Claim of AT&T
I.
Claim of Leonor Segovia
J.
Hidalgo County v. Leonardo Ochoa
23.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
C-2749-13-G; Leihliana Ruelas and Deyanira Ruelas v. Hidalgo County Sheriff Department and Gilbert Flores
D.
C-8615-14-A; Michael Calvillo & Rosa Rivera v. Hidalgo County, et al
E.
Claim of Lorenzo Rodriguez
F.
Claim of Enterprise Holdings, Inc.
G.
Claim of Verizon
H.
Claim of AT&T
I.
Claim of Leonor Segovia
J.
Hidalgo County v. Leonardo Ochoa
24.
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
25.
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
26.
Adjourn