CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 7, 2007
9:30 A.M.
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held in the Commissioners' Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Open Forum
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
7.
Buildings & Grounds:
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
A.
Renovations of administration building
B.
Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects
C.
Emergency situations occuring since last agenda meeting
D.
Discussion, consideration and action designating the former Juvenile Court Conference Committee Volunteer Program office area located at 410 N. 13th St., Edinburg to be used by Texas Department of Public Safety
8.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
1. Requesting to hold a public hearing to consider public comments on a proposed budget and program amendment for Pct. #1 utilizing Urban County funds from program Year 16 (2003), Year 17 (2004), Year 18 (2005) and Year 19 (2006). This will create a CI Infrastructure Development activity in the amount of $322,519.56.
2. Requesting consideration and approval of an amendment to the Urban County Pct. #1 Year 16 (2003), Year 17 (2004), Year 18 (2005) and Year 19 (2006) CDBG work plan creating a CI Infrastructure Development activity in the amount of $322,519.56.
2. Requesting consideration and approval of an amendment to the Urban County Pct. #1 Year 16 (2003), Year 17 (2004), Year 18 (2005) and Year 19 (2006) CDBG work plan creating a CI Infrastructure Development activity in the amount of $322,519.56.
B.
Requesting approval to increase the amount approved by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court on June 12, 2007 (AI-4176) from $2,465.17 to $2,715.74 from DCC, Inc. for the purchase of swimming pool materials through Buyboard's Cooperative Purchasing Program's. The renovations to the pool house located in the City of La villa will utilize Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) Precinct No. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities forfeited funds from the City of La Villa.
C.
Requesting authority to purchase electrical material from Grainger for the renovations to the pool house located in La Villa using Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) Precinct No. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities forfeited funds from the City of La Villa in the amount of $3,609.86 through Hidalgo County s membership/participation with TASB s Buyboard
D.
1. Discussion, Consideration, and Approval to assign Clerk/Receptionist with additional duties on a temporary basis due to Executive Assistant being out of the office on maternity leave.
2. Approval to temporarily increase the budgeted salary for Clerk/Reception (Slot Number 0020) by $5,469.33, effective with pay period beginning August 6, 2007.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule
2. Approval to temporarily increase the budgeted salary for Clerk/Reception (Slot Number 0020) by $5,469.33, effective with pay period beginning August 6, 2007.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule
E.
Requesting approval of Budget Modification #1 to the Office of Rural Community Affairs (ORCA) for the 2006 Colonia EDAP Grant #726155 for the Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project for Colonia La Palma in Pct. #1.
F.
Discussion, consideration and possible action pertaining to a Homebuyer Assistance Program applicant, Mr. Joe L. Salazar.
9.
Office of the County Judge:
A.
1. Discussion, consideration and action to support a Resolution of Hidalgo County's Commitment to solicit request for proposals for the provision of primary/specialty health care services and/or targeted case management services
2. Discussion, consideration and action to direct the Health & Human Services Department in coordination with the Purchasing Department to develop requests for proposals and/or demonstration projects for the provision of primary/specialty health care services and/or targeted case management services from local health care providers for indigent individuals in Hidalgo County
2. Discussion, consideration and action to direct the Health & Human Services Department in coordination with the Purchasing Department to develop requests for proposals and/or demonstration projects for the provision of primary/specialty health care services and/or targeted case management services from local health care providers for indigent individuals in Hidalgo County
B.
Approval to authorize payment for membership dues to the U.S./Mexico Border Counties Coalition in the amount of $ 10,250.00
C.
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between County of Hidalgo and UT-Pan American, South Texas College, Workforce Solutions & Region One Education Center to establish a coalition to develop and advance an action agenda for building the future talent of Hidalgo County
10.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
1. PARTIAL RELEASE OF LETTER OF CREDIT
a. Taurus Estates No. 21 Subdivision Pct. 3 (Leonel Bazan)
2. Discussion and Possible Action on Adopting a $30.00 Fee pursuant to Section 232.028(g) Texas Local Government Code regarding certificates issued under Section 232.028.
3. Discussion and Possible Action to grant change fund of $150.00 for the Main Office and $75.00 for each substation located in Mission and Weslaco for a total of $300.00.
4. Discussion and Possible Action on Amending Plat Application Fee pursuant to Section 232.0021 Texas Local Government Code.
5. Appointment of Member for the Hidalgo County Subdivision Advisory Board
Richard Cantu - Judge
a. Taurus Estates No. 21 Subdivision Pct. 3 (Leonel Bazan)
2. Discussion and Possible Action on Adopting a $30.00 Fee pursuant to Section 232.028(g) Texas Local Government Code regarding certificates issued under Section 232.028.
3. Discussion and Possible Action to grant change fund of $150.00 for the Main Office and $75.00 for each substation located in Mission and Weslaco for a total of $300.00.
4. Discussion and Possible Action on Amending Plat Application Fee pursuant to Section 232.0021 Texas Local Government Code.
5. Appointment of Member for the Hidalgo County Subdivision Advisory Board
Richard Cantu - Judge
B.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of budgeted salary adjustments to slots 210-001-007, 009, 0010, 0011, 0012, 0013, 0014, 0015, 0016, 0017, 0018, 0020 due to additional duties. See attached worksheet. Effective date next full pay period (8/20/2007).
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
11.
County Court #1:
A.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to reallocate interpreter pay from slot 021-001-0005 to 021-001-0002 in the amount of $3,300 per year effective next full pay period, 8/20/07. No budgetary impact or additional funding required.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
12.
WIC - Norma Longoria:
A.
Proclamation to designate August 2007 as Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
B.
1. Approval to accept the fiscal year 2007 WIC Administration Grant Award in the amount of $39,512.64.
2. Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for the fiscal year 2007 WIC Administration Grant (fund 1292) in the amount of $39,512.64.
2. Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for the fiscal year 2007 WIC Administration Grant (fund 1292) in the amount of $39,512.64.
13.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
A.
Approval of Resolution in support of the Veterans Hospital in the Valley
14.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Approval of 2007 Interdepartmental Transfer (Fund 1202) from Precinct 2 Paved Unpaved Roads-Right-of-Way to Tower Road (Moore-Balli) Right-of-Way in the amount of $20,000.00.
15.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Garza:
A.
Request authorization to name a private road located within Hidalgo County Pct. #4 as follows:
SAUCEDA P.R.
(THIS ROAD IS LOCATED NORTH OF ROGERS ROAD (BTW TERRY & TOWER RDS)
SAUCEDA P.R.
(THIS ROAD IS LOCATED NORTH OF ROGERS ROAD (BTW TERRY & TOWER RDS)
16.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
New Hidalgo County Jail
| Total Inmate Population: | __________ |
| Physical Count: | __________ |
| Males (in house): | __________ |
| Females (in house): | __________ |
| Out of County Facility: | __________ |
| La Villa: | __________ |
| Brooks Co. | __________ |
| Frio: | __________ |
| Other (n/c): | __________ |
| Federal Prisoners: | __________ |
| Adj./Sentenced to TDC: | __________ |
| Total Paper Ready TDC: | __________ |
| No. Over 45 Days: | __________ |
| Pending Paperwork/Courts: | __________ |
| Pending Charges/Courts: | __________ |
2.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
3.
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
5.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action, Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
6.
Requesting authority to purchase Janitorial/Industrial Supplies from local awarded vendors (responding to a request for quotes) through our membership/participation with TASB Buyboard Cooperative Purchasing Program.
7.
COUNTY JUDGE'S OFFICE
Requesting authority to purchase SPRINT ERT Go-Kit equipment (handhelds, accessories, services & equip.)through SPRINT's contract with the State of Texas DIRTELE-06-27-03TEXAN2000-SPR-W
requisition # 115180 for the total of $8,919.61
Requesting authority to purchase SPRINT ERT Go-Kit equipment (handhelds, accessories, services & equip.)through SPRINT's contract with the State of Texas DIRTELE-06-27-03TEXAN2000-SPR-W
requisition # 115180 for the total of $8,919.61
8.
VETERAN'S DEPARTMENT
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendor through our participation with TBPC Cooperative Purchasing Program
DELL MARKETING L.P. DIR-SDD-192
Requisition #114532 for the total of $5,843.10
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendor through our participation with TBPC Cooperative Purchasing Program
DELL MARKETING L.P. DIR-SDD-192
Requisition #114532 for the total of $5,843.10
9.
Approval of Request for payment on Invoice No. 25004.10 in the amount of $6,395.00 from Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex Architect, Inc., contracted architect for "Hidalgo County New Administration Building." C-05-09-08-23
10.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of draft specifications as attached hereto for "Gasoline On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel Products" project. (Bid 07-122)
11.
A. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of a minimum of three (3) architectural firms graded and evaluated by members or designees of CC for engagement of architectural services in connection with developing design, remodeling or renovation options for all spaces to be vacated in the Administration Building located at 100 E. Cano, Edinburg, Tx;
1st._________________________; 2nd.____________________________;3rd.________________________;
B. Authority to negotiate an architectural services contract with the no.1 ranked firm of________________________________ for the provision of architectural services for the Hidalgo County Administration Building (located at 100 E Cano);
C. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of a minimum of three (3) engineering firms graded and evaluated by members or designees of CC for engagement and provision of engineering services in connection with structural and environmental studies for the Old County Jail & Restitution Center structure at 207 E. 207 Loeb, Edinburg,Tx,
1st.________________________; 2nd.____________________________;3rd.________________________;
D. Authority to negotiate an engineering services contract with the no.1 ranked firm of _________________________________ for the provision of professional engineering services (structural & environmental assessments) for the structure aka, the Old County Jail & Restitution Center (located 207 E Loeb, Edinburg, Texas).
1st._________________________; 2nd.____________________________;3rd.________________________;
B. Authority to negotiate an architectural services contract with the no.1 ranked firm of________________________________ for the provision of architectural services for the Hidalgo County Administration Building (located at 100 E Cano);
C. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of a minimum of three (3) engineering firms graded and evaluated by members or designees of CC for engagement and provision of engineering services in connection with structural and environmental studies for the Old County Jail & Restitution Center structure at 207 E. 207 Loeb, Edinburg,Tx,
1st.________________________; 2nd.____________________________;3rd.________________________;
D. Authority to negotiate an engineering services contract with the no.1 ranked firm of _________________________________ for the provision of professional engineering services (structural & environmental assessments) for the structure aka, the Old County Jail & Restitution Center (located 207 E Loeb, Edinburg, Texas).
12.
Requesting authority to re-advertise for: "Concrete Mix & Delivery Services" on an "as needed basis" inasmuch as no bids received.
13.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of modifications to the draft "Exhibit A-Requirements" for RFP-On-Site Medical Services-Clinic, submitted to and approved by Commissioners Court on Tuesday, July 31, 2007 as follows:
RFP-REVIEWING, GRADING, AND SCORING OF RESPONSES RECEIVED:
(A) Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court, at its sole discretion, may elect to:
1) Review, score and evaluate the proposals received;
2) Select and/or designate an Evaluation Committee to review, score and evaluate the proposals received;
3) Rely solely on the contracted consultant to review, score, and evaluate the received responses;
4) Utilize any combination of the options detailed above (i.e. #'s 1,2, or 3)
Additionally, any combination elected/approved by Commissioners Court under Item (A) above will include at the very minimum the current contracted consultant and the Purchasing Department.
(B) After the proposals have been reviewed, scored and evaluated, a grid will be presented to Commissioner's Court, a presentation may be requested from the participating providers that have scored at least points in order to complete and finalize the ranking of the providers.
RFP-REVIEWING, GRADING, AND SCORING OF RESPONSES RECEIVED:
(A) Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court, at its sole discretion, may elect to:
1) Review, score and evaluate the proposals received;
2) Select and/or designate an Evaluation Committee to review, score and evaluate the proposals received;
3) Rely solely on the contracted consultant to review, score, and evaluate the received responses;
4) Utilize any combination of the options detailed above (i.e. #'s 1,2, or 3)
Additionally, any combination elected/approved by Commissioners Court under Item (A) above will include at the very minimum the current contracted consultant and the Purchasing Department.
(B) After the proposals have been reviewed, scored and evaluated, a grid will be presented to Commissioner's Court, a presentation may be requested from the participating providers that have scored at least points in order to complete and finalize the ranking of the providers.
14.
Requesting authority to exercise the additional 60 day extension as provided in current contract for "Auctioneer Servicesl" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with McAllen Auto Auction. C-06-197-06-26
B.
Prct. 1
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 11322266 in the amount of $ 52,262.65 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers Inc. with authority for County Auditor to issue payment (after review, and processing procedures completed) in connection with Contract # C-06-145-03-06 (PO # 569911) for FM 88 ROW Mile 12 Road North to FM 1925
C.
Prct. 2
1.
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 9 (as approved by CC on 6/12/07) under current agreement with R. Gutierrez Engineering for the South Tower Park, to reflect project to be funded by Urban County. C-06-251-08-15.
2.
Requesting approval of plans and specifications as drafted and presented by project architect, V-A Architecture, for the "Design & Construction of South Tower Road Park" project. (Bid 07-042A)
3.
A. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of a least three (3) engineering firms in connection general engineer service for various Precinct No 2 related projects;
1st._____________________; 2nd.____________________________; 3rd.___________________________;
B. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the no.1 ranked firm of _________________________________ for the provision of engineering services for general engineer services for various Precinct No 2 projects.
1st._____________________; 2nd.____________________________; 3rd.___________________________;
B. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the no.1 ranked firm of _________________________________ for the provision of engineering services for general engineer services for various Precinct No 2 projects.
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Requests for Paymentof the following invoices from R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, contracted engineer for Precinct No. 2's, "Tower Rd and Eldora/1426" with authority for Auditor to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures completed .C-05-229-06-21 WA#2; C-06-251-08-15 WA#4:
A) Invoice No. 2270 in the amount of $15,655.00 (Moore Rd- Balli Rd)
B) Invoice No. 2271 in the amount of $8,227.00 (Moore Rd-Balli Rd )
C) Invoice No. 2275 in the amount of $3,740.10 (Santana Subd/Nadia St) Extension
D) Invoice No. 2285 in the amount of $4,628.00 (Moore Rd-Balli Rd)
E) Invoice No. 2286 in the amount of $23,483.00 (Tower Rd from Moore Rd- Balli Rd)
A) Invoice No. 2270 in the amount of $15,655.00 (Moore Rd- Balli Rd)
B) Invoice No. 2271 in the amount of $8,227.00 (Moore Rd-Balli Rd )
C) Invoice No. 2275 in the amount of $3,740.10 (Santana Subd/Nadia St) Extension
D) Invoice No. 2285 in the amount of $4,628.00 (Moore Rd-Balli Rd)
E) Invoice No. 2286 in the amount of $23,483.00 (Tower Rd from Moore Rd- Balli Rd)
D.
Prct. 3
1.
Requesting approval of a "Certificate of Substantial Completion" with Joe Williamson Construction, Inc., reflecting the substantial completion date of July 12, 2007 for the "Motor Pool Building" for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3. C-06-181-07-25
E.
Prct. 4
1.
Approval of Request for Payment No. Five (5) in the amount of $8,138.00, from V-A Architecture, contracted architect for "New Offices for Hidalgo County Pct. 4." C-07-033-04-17
F.
IT Department:
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and authority to purchase from TAC Americas, Inc for "Additional Access Control Equipment" through our participation with TCPN, contract No. R4788 for: "Hidalgo County New Administration Building" in an amount not to exceed $ 9,252.00 (Requisition # 115567).
G.
Health Department
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendor through our participation with
TBPC (CISV) Cooperative Purchasing Program
CDW GOVERNMENT INC.
Requisition #115397 for the total of $32,569.14
CDW GOVERNMENT INC.
Requisition #115397 for the total of $32,569.14
2.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Fleet Fueling System Application (ORIGINAL) to be forwarded to Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd. as submitted by Hidalgo County Health Department detailing the "holder and user" under awarded contract for "Gasoline, On & Off Highway Diesel Fuel".
3.
Requesting approval to purchase through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with TASB-Buyboard's awarded vendor, Holt Texas, LTD, One (1) Caterpillar Portable Generator Package for a total amount not to exceed $32,264.80 which includes delivery.
H.
Buildings & Grounds
1.
Requesting approval to execute required Commercial Container Service Agreement from the City of Edinburg for the Hidalgo County Buildings & Grounds-Juvenile Justice Center & New Administration Building.
2.
A. Requesting approval of proposals submitted for major roof repair and renovations to the following buildings/departments:
1. Elections Department Building-estimated cost for Project #07-207 of $173,000.00
2. Auxiliary Court Annex-I Building- estimated cost for Project # 07-206 if $184,100.00
3. Sheriffs Building at 413 N. 14th Avenue Edinburg, TX-estimated cost for Project #07-205 of $125,750.00;
or, in the alternative;
B. Requesting authority to advertise for sealed requests for bids with approval of specifications/requirements attached hereto for roof repairs and/or renovations tothe following buildings/departments;
1. Elections Department Building; 2. Auxiliary Court Annex-1; 3. Sheriff's Building (413 N. 14th. Ave. Edinburg, Tx).
1. Elections Department Building-estimated cost for Project #07-207 of $173,000.00
2. Auxiliary Court Annex-I Building- estimated cost for Project # 07-206 if $184,100.00
3. Sheriffs Building at 413 N. 14th Avenue Edinburg, TX-estimated cost for Project #07-205 of $125,750.00;
or, in the alternative;
B. Requesting authority to advertise for sealed requests for bids with approval of specifications/requirements attached hereto for roof repairs and/or renovations tothe following buildings/departments;
1. Elections Department Building; 2. Auxiliary Court Annex-1; 3. Sheriff's Building (413 N. 14th. Ave. Edinburg, Tx).
I.
Co. Wide
1.
Presentation by for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims/invoices with authority for auditor to issue payment for the items detailed in "Exhibit A" as attached hereto:
A. County Clerk's Office for Department of State Health Services in the amount of $54.90 for remote site Birth Certificate transactions. Department did not have a purchase order.
B. Sheriff's Office for Anytime Anywhere Comm., Inc. in the amount of $259.00 for replacement of cell phone. Vendor from which items were purchased is not the County's contracted vendor.
C. I.T. Department for Total Technologies in the amount of $1,620.94. Department had obtained PO#556712, but department exceeded the amount that was to be purchased as indicated under contract #C-05-258-09-06.
D. I.T. for TechDepot in the amount of $354.99. Department had obtained PO# 584128, but ordered additional items than what was indicated on P.O.
A. County Clerk's Office for Department of State Health Services in the amount of $54.90 for remote site Birth Certificate transactions. Department did not have a purchase order.
B. Sheriff's Office for Anytime Anywhere Comm., Inc. in the amount of $259.00 for replacement of cell phone. Vendor from which items were purchased is not the County's contracted vendor.
C. I.T. Department for Total Technologies in the amount of $1,620.94. Department had obtained PO#556712, but department exceeded the amount that was to be purchased as indicated under contract #C-05-258-09-06.
D. I.T. for TechDepot in the amount of $354.99. Department had obtained PO# 584128, but ordered additional items than what was indicated on P.O.
2.
HIDALGO COUNTY RE: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
J.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $6,989.50 (increase) for material and work adjustments as submitted by contractor, Sascon, Inc. and as recommended by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure for "La Blanca Heights Subdivision" C-CAP-07-017-05-01 through the Border Colonia Access Program Project(s).
K.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of payments for the following invoices as submitted by project engineer, R. Gutierrez Engineering, Inc.:
|
Invoice Number
|
Amount
|
Project Description
|
Contract Number
|
| 2272 | $1,354.80 | Eldora Gardens | C-CAP-05-012-06-01 |
| 2273 | $2,711.10 | South Side Village | C-CAP-05-012-06-01 |
| 2274 | $3,536.68 | RSW Unit #1 | C-CAP-05-012-06-01 |
| 2275 | $3,740.10 | Eldora/1426 | C-06-251-08-15 |
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action with a recommendation from project engineer, R. Gutierrez Engineering, to award project to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications and requirements for bid No CAP-07-023-07-25 Road Construction of Las Haciendas Subdivision Subdivision subject to TXDOT approval.
L.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
A. Presentation for consideration, discussion acceptance and approval of Change Order No 3 for Hilda Subdivision C-CAP-06-006-11-01 for material and work adjustments in the amount of $33,416.40 (increase) project engineer is Hinojosa Engineering, Inc and contractor is S & G Paving a Border Colonia Access Program Project(s).
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of application of payment No 1 & Final Payment in the amount of $241,779.58 (through project engineer Hinojosa Engineer Inc) submitted by S & G Paving in connection with contract C-CAP-06-006-11-01 (P.O. #583066)
C. Requesting approval of Certificate of Construction Completion submitted by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. reflecting the completion date of July 6, 2007 for Hilda Subdivision with contractor S & G Paving Co. C-CAP-06-006-11-01
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of application of payment No 1 & Final Payment in the amount of $241,779.58 (through project engineer Hinojosa Engineer Inc) submitted by S & G Paving in connection with contract C-CAP-06-006-11-01 (P.O. #583066)
C. Requesting approval of Certificate of Construction Completion submitted by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. reflecting the completion date of July 6, 2007 for Hilda Subdivision with contractor S & G Paving Co. C-CAP-06-006-11-01
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of application of payment No 1 in the amount of $32,484.49 submitted by IOC Company, LLC and as recommended for payment by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa, in connection Los Trevino Subdivision through contract C-CAP-07-012-04-24 (P.O. #585173)
M.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Recommending award of bid and approval of contracts for "Commissary Supplies" to multiple low bidders meeting all specifications and/or requirements including CC required insurances.
2.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of draft specifications (attached hereto) for: PEST CONTROL SERVICE-HIDALGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE. RFB 2007-114-08-29-otm
17.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Safety Division:
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to reimburse the Hidalgo County Property & Casualty Claims Fund Bank Account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the following periods:
| May 1, 2007 thru May 31, 2007 |
$77,295.57
|
| June 1, 2007 thru June 30, 2007 |
$7,629.51
|
|
TOTAL
|
$84,925.08
|
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover the claims paid.
B.
Safety Division:
Requesting approval for Valde Guerra to sign the Storage Tank Liability Coverage Application form with authoritzation for County Auditor to issue payment in the amount of $3,135.76 to Montalvo Insurance Agency.
Requesting approval for Valde Guerra to sign the Storage Tank Liability Coverage Application form with authoritzation for County Auditor to issue payment in the amount of $3,135.76 to Montalvo Insurance Agency.
C.
Health Insurance Division:
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to transfer $ 537,875.66 to the Hidalgo County Insurance claims bank account for Health claims for the periods:
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to transfer $ 537,875.66 to the Hidalgo County Insurance claims bank account for Health claims for the periods:
| July 10, 2007 thru July 16, 2007 | $ 328,207.20 |
| July 17, 2007 thru July 23, 2007 | $ 209,668.46 |
|
Total:
|
$ 537,875.66 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
D.
Health Insurance Department (2201):
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Health Benefits - Community Service Agency (CSA) to Health Benefits - Appraisal District (AD) in the amount of $20,000.00.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Health Benefits - Community Service Agency (CSA) to Health Benefits - Appraisal District (AD) in the amount of $20,000.00.
E.
Precinct No. 1:
Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1-Paved / Unpaved Roads (1201) in the amount of $52,308.72.
Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1-Paved / Unpaved Roads (1201) in the amount of $52,308.72.
F.
Precinct 2 - Colonia Access Program:
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Rancho Escondido to Primavera I (1311) in the amount of $12,950.00.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Rancho Escondido to Primavera I (1311) in the amount of $12,950.00.
G.
Approval of 2007 intradepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 (1336) for Precinct 4 in the amount of $63,600.00.
H.
Approval to authorize withdrawal of 457 Plan for employee #120278 due to hardship
I.
Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 (1336) to Capital Outlay Fund (1301) in the amount of $90,000.00.
18.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072, 551.074 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Closed Session: Claim of Casimiro Venegas
E.
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations:
1. Sienna Project - Mix Use development
2. Shopping Center - Retail Development
1. Sienna Project - Mix Use development
2. Shopping Center - Retail Development
F.
Personnel Issues - Nepotism
19.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Open Session: Claim of Casimiro Venegas
E.
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations:
1. Sienna Project - Mix Use development
2. Shopping Center - Retail Development
1. Sienna Project - Mix Use development
2. Shopping Center - Retail Development
F.
Personnel Issues - Nepotism
20.
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
21.
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
22.
Adjourn