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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING June 2, 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 Irma Pena for 35 years of service to the county's Head Start Program
B.
Resolution in honor and support of the Edinburg High School Bobcats baseball team for their recent district and regional championships.
C.
Discussion, consideration, and possible action on letter of support for the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority SH 365 project.
7.
Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
A.
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
B.
Presentation by Texas Gas Services for request for relief of Order Abandoning Rd. - Pct. 4
C.
Presentation by Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP of delinquent tax collection report for the period of January 1, 2015 through March 31, 2015.
D.
Discussion and possible action on the redemption, under Texas Tax Code § 34.21. et seq., of the property "struck off" to Hidalgo County, Trustee in Cause No. T-500-08-H.
E.
Approval to accept settlement check from GEICO Insurance Company in the amount of $1,504.98 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Constable Precinct 2)
F.
Right of Way:
City of McAllen is requesting permission for Right of Entry for Surveying and Appraising a tract of land containing 19.09 acres situated in Hidalgo County, Texas and also being a part or portion of Lot 48-3, West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision, Hidalgo County, Texas. (Pct. 3) with authority for County Judge to sign "Acceptance of Entry to Property" form
City of McAllen is requesting permission for Right of Entry for Surveying and Appraising a tract of land containing 19.09 acres situated in Hidalgo County, Texas and also being a part or portion of Lot 48-3, West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision, Hidalgo County, Texas. (Pct. 3) with authority for County Judge to sign "Acceptance of Entry to Property" form
G.
Environmental Compliance:
Requesting approval for County Judge to sign and submit Request for Approval of Temporary Debris Management Site for Debris Resulting from Declared State or Federal Disaster to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality which would allow county to use two of its facilities to dispose of brush generated from May, 2015 storm events.
Requesting approval for County Judge to sign and submit Request for Approval of Temporary Debris Management Site for Debris Resulting from Declared State or Federal Disaster to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality which would allow county to use two of its facilities to dispose of brush generated from May, 2015 storm events.
8.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
Discussion, consideration, and approval to execute an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Progreso for implementation of a new scofflaw procedure and process for vehicle registration denial services.
9.
Constables:
A.
Constable Pct. 1- Operation Stonegarden (1284):
Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constables Office Pct. 1 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the amount of $77,536.36.
Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constables Office Pct. 1 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the amount of $77,536.36.
B.
Constable Pct. 2- Operation Stonegarden (1284):
Approval to appropriate the budget for the of the Constable Precinct 2 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the total amount of $117,500.00.
Approval to appropriate the budget for the of the Constable Precinct 2 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the total amount of $117,500.00.
C.
Constable Pct. 3 - Operation Stonegarden (1284):
Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct No. 3 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the total amount of $142,026.12.
Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct No. 3 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the total amount of $142,026.12.
D.
Constable Pct. 3 STOP Truancy (1285):
Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2015-2016 school year:
1. La Joya I.S.D.
2. Mission C.I.S.D.
3. Sharyland I.S.D.
Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2015-2016 school year:
1. La Joya I.S.D.
2. Mission C.I.S.D.
3. Sharyland I.S.D.
E.
Constable Pct. 4 - Operation Stonegarden (1284):
Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constables Office Pct. 4 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the amount of $105,500.00.
Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constables Office Pct. 4 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase I in the amount of $105,500.00.
10.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
Operation Stonegarden (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept an extension for the 2013 Operation Stonegarden Grant (New termination date is 7/31/15).
2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to accept an extension for the 2013 Operation Stonegarden Grant (New termination date is 7/31/15).
2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
B.
1. Consideration and approval of Interlocal Cooperation agreement between County of Moore and County of Hidalgo, Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office for the use of COPsync demo user package.
2. Requesting authority for Sheriff's Office representative to sign for demo use of program.
2. Requesting authority for Sheriff's Office representative to sign for demo use of program.
11.
Juvenile Probation - Buddy Silva:
A.
Juvenile Probation:
1. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Duval County and the County of Hidalgo (housing of Juvenile offenders)
2. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Duval County and the County of Hidalgo (residential services)
1. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Duval County and the County of Hidalgo (housing of Juvenile offenders)
2. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Duval County and the County of Hidalgo (residential services)
12.
Human Resources - Esther Cortez:
A.
Elections Department (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to create the following temporary full-time positions through the end of the year 2015. Effective 07/06/2015 through 12/31/2015:
3. Approval of intra-departmental transfer.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to create the following temporary full-time positions through the end of the year 2015. Effective 07/06/2015 through 12/31/2015:
| Slot# | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary/Hourly Rate |
| T172 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T173 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T174 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T175 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T176 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
| T177 | Elections Clerk | $10,504.00/yr - $10.10/hr |
3. Approval of intra-departmental transfer.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
13.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
Requesting approval to accept the Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. The aim of this Agreement is to establish an agreement for the exchange of information and for cooperative research between both institutions in the field of reportable communicable diseases.
B.
1. Requesting approval to accept the CPS/HAZARDS Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant contract amendment #2015-001134-02. The purpose of this amendment is to end the CPS/HAZARDS grant contract effective 06/30/2015 and to reduce the grant contract amount from $567,198.00 to $504,182.00.
2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation to reduce the grant budget in the amount of $63,016.00.
2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation to reduce the grant budget in the amount of $63,016.00.
C.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures
2.
A. Discussion, consideration, and approval to drawn down funds for Demonstration Year 3 (FFY 2014) Advanced UC Payment from the Local Provider Participation fund in the amount up to
$22,762,168.00 and general fund in the amount of $
6,000,000.00.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues from the Local Provider Participation fund in the amount up to $ 16,053,077.00
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds for Demonstration Year 3 (FFY 2014) IGT draw down to fund UC in the amount up to $ 22,762,168.00 as per instructions from Texas Health and Human Services Commission Rate Analysis.
D. Approval to collect 4 th Qtr LPPF payment on June 30, 2015.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues from the Local Provider Participation fund in the amount up to $ 16,053,077.00
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds for Demonstration Year 3 (FFY 2014) IGT draw down to fund UC in the amount up to $ 22,762,168.00 as per instructions from Texas Health and Human Services Commission Rate Analysis.
D. Approval to collect 4 th Qtr LPPF payment on June 30, 2015.
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
14.
IT Department - Renan Ramirez
A.
Authorization and approval for new wireless device service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| Department: | Quantity: | Description: | User: | Service Plan: | Equipment Cost: |
| Comm. Pct. 4 | 2 | Data Cards | Office Use | 4G Mobile Broadband Unlimited @ $37.99 each per month | $0 |
| Comm. Pct. 4 | 2 | Cell Phones | Office Use | Nationwide Talk Unl. Anytime Mins. @ $53.89 + 250 TXT/PIX/FLIX @ $5.00 + Taxes/Fees @ $5.00 each per month | $0 |
15.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
1. Urban County Program is requesting a waiver of technicality on non-acknowledgement of Addendum No. 1 by the apparent low bidder as it is in the best interest of the County to do so.
2. The Urban County Program on behalf of Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with VG Vanguard Engineering LLC, being the lowest bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 713045, in the amount of $1,220,170.75. The project consists of first-time rehabilitation single-unit residential sewer services within the colonia Hoehn Drive Subdivision located in Precinct No.4.
2. The Urban County Program on behalf of Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with VG Vanguard Engineering LLC, being the lowest bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Contract No. 713045, in the amount of $1,220,170.75. The project consists of first-time rehabilitation single-unit residential sewer services within the colonia Hoehn Drive Subdivision located in Precinct No.4.
B.
The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and approval of contracts with Quality Investments, G & G Contractors, A-One Insulation and Real Construction for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:
| 1. | (1) Unit in the City of San Juan and (2) units in the Countywide area for total contract amount of $164,677.00 to Quality Investments |
| 2. | (1) Unit in the City of Edcouch and (1) unit in the City of Elsa for a total contract amount of $109,260.00 to G&G Contractors. |
| 3. | (1) Unit in the City of Elsa for the total contract amount of $54,500.00 to A-One Insulation. |
| 4. | (2) Units in the City of Mercedes and (1) unit in the Countywide are for a total contract amount of $157,500.00 to Real Construction. |
C.
1. Requesting authority to eliminate item 5 (sludge dewatering facility) and item 6 (site gate) listed under Exhibit "B" (itemized bid form) for the City of La Villa Waste Water Improvements project.
2. Urban County Program on behalf of the City of La Villa is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC for the Waste Water Improvements project in the amount of $583,000.00. UCP will utilize the City of La Villa water/sewer improvement funds from FYs' 24, 25 & 26 (2011, 2012 & 2013).
2. Urban County Program on behalf of the City of La Villa is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC for the Waste Water Improvements project in the amount of $583,000.00. UCP will utilize the City of La Villa water/sewer improvement funds from FYs' 24, 25 & 26 (2011, 2012 & 2013).
D.
Approval of land acquisition of Tracts #1A and 1B for the Penitas Drain Project (GLO 12-406-000-6453/DRS 210068).
E.
Request approval to declare and dispose of surplus property and clear inventory of missing property listed on Exhibit "A".
16.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
A.
Presentation of the department's 2014 Volunteer Report by Andrea Valdez, County Coordinator
17.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Discussion/Approval of Program Calendar for Program Year 2015-2016
B.
Discussion/Approval to Disburse Lump Sum Summer Paychecks to Staff Who Resign as of the Last Summer Leave Day/Last Working Day for Position Assigned
C.
Discussion/Approval of the Following 2015-2016 Program Plans:
1. Child Nutrition Services
2. Education Services
3. Family Services
4. Health/Mental Health Services
5. Human Resources
6. Special Services
7. Transition Services
8. Transportation Services
1. Child Nutrition Services
2. Education Services
3. Family Services
4. Health/Mental Health Services
5. Human Resources
6. Special Services
7. Transition Services
8. Transportation Services
D.
Request to Enter into a One Year Interlocal Agreement for the Lease of Three (3) Premises between the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District and Hidalgo County Head Start Program
E.
1. Requesting Exemption from Competitive Bidding Under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 for Professional Services to Provide Medical and Dental Services, Mental Health Services, and Speech Interpreting Services
2. Presentation of Responses Received for the Purpose of Commissioners' Court Accepting the Providers as "Qualified" in Order to Proceed to the Next Phase of the Procurement Process-Negotiating Contracts:
2. Presentation of Responses Received for the Purpose of Commissioners' Court Accepting the Providers as "Qualified" in Order to Proceed to the Next Phase of the Procurement Process-Negotiating Contracts:
A. MEDICAL and DENTAL RFQ #2015-001-04-30
1. Nuestra Clinica Del Valle, Inc. (Medical and Dental Services)
2. Dr. Bose, Industrial & Family Medicine, PLLC, dba/Industrial Health Works
1. Nuestra Clinica Del Valle, Inc. (Medical and Dental Services)
2. Dr. Bose, Industrial & Family Medicine, PLLC, dba/Industrial Health Works
B. MENTAL HEALTH #2015-002-04-30
1. Amando Gonzalez
2. Anita Sandoval
3. Velma H. Schmidt
4. Maribel Corona
5. Valerie M. Aguero Olivarez
C. SPEECH INTERPRETING SERVICES RFQ#2015-003-04-30
1. Amy Jane Hermansen
2. Sign Language Interpreters, LLC/dba, A Sign Language Company
3. Approval for Head Start to Negotiate Contracts (in a form approved by Legal Counsel) for all Professional Service Providers as Requested through the Hidalgo County Head Start Program's RFQ for said Services and as Detailed above Attached Hereto
F.
Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and the Entities Listed on the Attached List
18.
Planning Department - T.J. Arredondo:
A.
Disscusion and possible action to execute the LPA Standard Utility Agreement for SH 364(La Homa Road) with AEP Texas Central Company.
B.
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Citrus Village Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Laura Coffman) (Benito Ramirez Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
b. Los Osos Ph. 1Subdivision- Pct. 4 (William A. Schwarz) (North 83rd Road & Mile 17 ½ North Road)
c. Rio Vegas Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Cesar Chavez Road & Mile 17 North Road)
d. Vasquez Acres Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Enrique Vasquez) (Alberta Road & Tower Road)
e. San Jacinto Estates No. 9 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jacinto Garza) (Mile 12 ½ North Road & F.M. 88)
f. Las Delicias Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Juan J. Lopez) (Mile 3 ½ West Road & Mile 12 North Road)
g. Las Comadres Acres Ph. III Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal Jr.) (Mile 7 North Road & Iowa Road)
h. PRB Alberta Acres Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Baldemar Garcia) (Alberta Road & Raul Longoria Road)
2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Terry Vegas Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Terry Road & Ramseyer Road)
3. Partial Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Mirage Ranches Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza)
b. Flamingo Ranches Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza)
a. Citrus Village Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Laura Coffman) (Benito Ramirez Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
b. Los Osos Ph. 1Subdivision- Pct. 4 (William A. Schwarz) (North 83rd Road & Mile 17 ½ North Road)
c. Rio Vegas Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Cesar Chavez Road & Mile 17 North Road)
d. Vasquez Acres Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Enrique Vasquez) (Alberta Road & Tower Road)
e. San Jacinto Estates No. 9 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jacinto Garza) (Mile 12 ½ North Road & F.M. 88)
f. Las Delicias Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Juan J. Lopez) (Mile 3 ½ West Road & Mile 12 North Road)
g. Las Comadres Acres Ph. III Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal Jr.) (Mile 7 North Road & Iowa Road)
h. PRB Alberta Acres Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Baldemar Garcia) (Alberta Road & Raul Longoria Road)
2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Terry Vegas Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza) (Terry Road & Ramseyer Road)
3. Partial Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Mirage Ranches Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza)
b. Flamingo Ranches Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Richard A. Garza)
19.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
Sanitation (1100):
Approval and authorization to increase the current change fund by $100.00 (from $100.00 to $200.00) for the Sanitation Collection Permits in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 130.902.
Approval and authorization to increase the current change fund by $100.00 (from $100.00 to $200.00) for the Sanitation Collection Permits in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 130.902.
20.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on ICA between Hidalgo County and City of Mcallen (Hoehn Dr. Subd.) previously approved on 5/5/15 for sanitary sewer project
2. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and The City of McAllen, Texas (Hoehn Dr. Subdivision)
3. In accordance with Texas Govt. Code 791.014, approval of proposed project with the City of McAllen, Texas and the County, through Pct. 4 to assist in that certain sanitary sewer project located in Hoehn Drive Subdivision
2. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and The City of McAllen, Texas (Hoehn Dr. Subdivision)
3. In accordance with Texas Govt. Code 791.014, approval of proposed project with the City of McAllen, Texas and the County, through Pct. 4 to assist in that certain sanitary sewer project located in Hoehn Drive Subdivision
21.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
TxDOT Precinct No.3:
Approval of the Right of Way Acquisition Statement, Encroachment Statement and Relocation & Advisory Assistance Certification as it relates to TxDOT Project SH 364 (SH495-FM1924) project and for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Approval of the Right of Way Acquisition Statement, Encroachment Statement and Relocation & Advisory Assistance Certification as it relates to TxDOT Project SH 364 (SH495-FM1924) project and for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
A. Approval of rental payment from General Fund in the amount of $50,128.50 for lease of office space (427 E. Duranta Avenue, Suite 107, Alamo, TX 78516) for the Urban County Program for 6-months (July 1, 2015 thru December 31, 2015).
B. Approval of interdepartmental transfer for Urban County.
B. Approval of interdepartmental transfer for Urban County.
2.
R&B CW Adm (1200):
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds from the R&B unreserved fund balance for CW Adm-Contingency in the amount of $37,928.00.
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds from the R&B unreserved fund balance for CW Adm-Contingency in the amount of $37,928.00.
C.
Interfund transfers:
1.
Pct 4 Rd. Maint (1200):
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm - Contingency (1100) to Pct 4 Rd. Maint. (1200) in the amount of $63,546.00 for the purchase of equipment needed to assist with the recent flooding in the area.
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm - Contingency (1100) to Pct 4 Rd. Maint. (1200) in the amount of $63,546.00 for the purchase of equipment needed to assist with the recent flooding in the area.
22.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
Presentation of responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein] meeting all specifications/requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract for: RFB titled: Hidalgo County-"General Printing Services & Related Supplies" through project No.: 2015-029-05-06-SMA.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
Authority with approval to purchase an RCT-350 Broce Broom Sweeper w/Water Tank from responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best requested/submitted sealed quotes [meeting specifications/requirements] to Nueces Power Equipment in the amount of $45,000.00 [inasmuch as supporting documentation reflects no expenditures YTD under NIGP commodity code #765-77] with Project #2015-211-OGG.
2.
Presentation of responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein] meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract for RFB titled: "Hauling Services for Millings" - Precinct 1.
3.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional appraisal 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 appraisal services (on an as needed basis) for Pct No.1
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional contract with the No. 1 ranked firm _________________for professional appraisal services ( on an as needed basis) for Pct No.1
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 appraisal services (on an as needed basis) for Pct No.1
| Harvey L. Heerssen HLH Appraisal Services | David Nittler Appraisal & Consulting | George J. Salazar | |
| Scores | 76 | 78 | 82 |
| Ranking |
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional contract with the No. 1 ranked firm _________________for professional appraisal services ( on an as needed basis) for Pct No.1
4.
A) Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement [ILA] between County of Hidalgo and City of Weslaco for the provision of joint efforts in connection with the improvements of Eighteenth [18th] Street from FM 1015 to South Airport and South Airport from 18th Street to Mile 5 1/2 North and Mile 5 1/2 North from South Airport Drive to Pleasantview Drive; and
B) Acceptance and approval of Interlocal Agreement Project: Improvements to 18th Street from Farm-to Market 1015 to South Airport Drive, South Airport Drive from 18th Street to Mile 5 1/2 North and Mile 5 1/2 North from South Airport Drive to Pleasantview Drive; whereas the County and City agree to share the costs based on territory pertaining to each authority as detailed in the agreement thus pursuant to the approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement as stated above.
B) Acceptance and approval of Interlocal Agreement Project: Improvements to 18th Street from Farm-to Market 1015 to South Airport Drive, South Airport Drive from 18th Street to Mile 5 1/2 North and Mile 5 1/2 North from South Airport Drive to Pleasantview Drive; whereas the County and City agree to share the costs based on territory pertaining to each authority as detailed in the agreement thus pursuant to the approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement as stated above.
C.
Pct 2
1.
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of RFB plans and specifications developed by Raul Sesin, P.E., Hidalgo County Drainage District #1 for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 -"Sioux Road Improvements (from I Road to 3,500 Feet East of Raul Longoria Road)"-RFB No. 2015-209-06-24-MSS.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $6,692.97) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Engineering for engineering services for "Construction Material Testing Services for Mile 9 1/2 Paving Improvements (from Conway Ave. to Trosper Rd.)" Project for Hidalgo Co. Pct 3 through Contract #C-14-357-10-28.
E.
Pct. 4
1.
A. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a Professional Engineering Agreement with
L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a
L&G Engineering, for:
"Job Specific" Project:
FM 2220 (Environmental Assessment, Public Involvement and Schematic for the "Ware Road (FM 2220) (from FM 676 (Mile 5) to FM 1925" project for
Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, as (approved by CC for negotiations on CC 03/31/15);
B. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $ 1,229,660.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Engineering for engineering services for: "Job Specific" Project: FM 2220 (Environmental Assessment, Public Involvement and Schematic for the "Ware Road (FM 2220) (from FM 676 (Mile 5) to FM 1925" project for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, under agreement #C-15-136-06-02.
B. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $ 1,229,660.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Engineering for engineering services for: "Job Specific" Project: FM 2220 (Environmental Assessment, Public Involvement and Schematic for the "Ware Road (FM 2220) (from FM 676 (Mile 5) to FM 1925" project for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, under agreement #C-15-136-06-02.
2.
A. Requesting authority to purchase one [1] KUB M9960HFC TRACTOR [more specifically described in supporting documentation attached herein] from Amigo Power Equipment through their awarded contract under GSA "Disaster Recovery Purchasing" category with contract #GS30F0018W in the amount of $37,696.00;
B. Authority to purchase a Hydraulic Side Arm Ditcher [for bar ditch clearing/maintenance purposes] through the County memberships/participation in any qualified cooperative purchasing program awarded vendor; OR, in the alternative,
C. Authority to advertise a sealed bid for the purchase of a bar ditch clearing/maintenance equipment for Hidalgo County Precinct #4 [with specifications drafted through both precinct and purchasing].
B. Authority to purchase a Hydraulic Side Arm Ditcher [for bar ditch clearing/maintenance purposes] through the County memberships/participation in any qualified cooperative purchasing program awarded vendor; OR, in the alternative,
C. Authority to advertise a sealed bid for the purchase of a bar ditch clearing/maintenance equipment for Hidalgo County Precinct #4 [with specifications drafted through both precinct and purchasing].
3.
Action to exercise Hidalgo County's option to suspend AIA Contract No. C-13-072A-11-19 with Couric Enterprises, LLC dba Foremost Construction as stated in Section 14.3 under the AIA-201 General Conditions for "Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 -Construction of a Community Resource Center in San Carlos" by providing/forwarding a written letter to architect of record Mata Garcia Architects, LLP, to proceed to notify contractor via formal letter citing contract section 14.3 Suspension by the Owner for convenience, effective after Pay Application No. 8 is approved by Commissioners' Court.
F.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
Requesting acceptance and approval of agreement between Hidalgo County Dept. of Health & Human Service and Entravision Communications Corporation, dba, KNVO-TV, to provide a series of advertisement information slots that pertain to Immunization Awareness.
G.
WIC
1.
Presentation of responsible vendor submitting sole bid [detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein] meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract for RFB No. 2015-132-05-20-HGO titled: "Lease of Office Space - Alton" - WIC.
H.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 4
1.
Acceptance and approval of the following for C-CAP-15-086-03-31 Rankin Subdivision between Hidalgo County and RDH Site and Concrete, LLC as submitted through project engineer DOS Logistics, Inc.:
A. Final construction contract (CC previously approved to award on 03-31-15) in the amount of $444,735.88;
B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee [_______________] to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor".
A. Final construction contract (CC previously approved to award on 03-31-15) in the amount of $444,735.88;
B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee [_______________] to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor".
I.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Approval and acceptance of the final negotiated agreement between Hidalgo County and The Geo Group Inc. [ranked CC 04-14-15) for services in connection with HC RFP #2015-098-03-25-YSS for Placement, Housing, Detention and Supervision of Hidalgo County Inmates.
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
CL-13-2016-D; Mario Herrera & Roxana Gonzalez v. Hidalgo County
D.
C-2643-11-C; Thomas Fonseca et al v. City of Weslaco and County of Hidalgo
E.
Claim of Carina Ybet Esquivel
24.
A. 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."
B. 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. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement
25.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
CL-13-2016-D; Mario Herrera & Roxana Gonzalez v. Hidalgo County
D.
C-2643-11-C; Thomas Fonseca et al v. City of Weslaco and County of Hidalgo
E.
Claim of Carina Ybet Esquivel
26.
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
27.
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
28.
Adjourn