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CC REGULAR

HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 28, 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.
Tax Office - Armando Barrera:
 
A.
1.  Submission of 2007 Effective and Rollback Tax Rates.
2.  Discussion of 2007 Tax Rates.
3.  Record Vote of Proposed 2007 Tax Rate and schedule Public Hearings, if necessary.
4.  Discussion of 2007 Tax Planning Calendar.
 
7.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
 
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
 
8.
Buildings & Grounds:
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
 
9.
Veterans Services Department:
 
A.
Presentation regarding VA Expenditures in Texas During Federal Fiscal Year 2006
 
10.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
 
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to accept the "Memorandum of Understanding" (MOU) to permanently transfer equipment from the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force to the Hidalgo County Constable's Office, Precinct 3
 
B.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to accept the "Memorandum of Understanding" (MOU) for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force to reimburse the County of Hidalgo for "Janitorial Service"
 
C.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to accept the "Memorandum of Understanding" (MOU) to permanently transfer equipment from the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force to the Hidalgo County Constable's Office Precinct 3.
 
11.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
 
A.
The HOME Division of the Urban County Program requests approval to recapture $40,000 from FY 2004 Home Buyer Assistance Program funds to be utilized for Down Payment/Closing Costs Assistance for the South Texas Economic Development Corporation, Inc. (STEDC) a Community Housing Development Organization within the County of Hidalgo.
 
B.
Request approval to amend the FY 2006 Contract between the Urban County Program and the South Texas Economic Development Corporation, Inc. (STEDC) a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) within the County of Hidalgo from $300,000 to $340,000.
 
C.
The Urban County Program, on behalf of Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, approval of the final negotiated contract with Quintanilla Headley & Associates Inc., in the amount of $13,170.00 utilizing Years 19 (2006) funds for a Street Improvements Project.
 
D.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for professional engineering services in connection with an Urban County Water/Sewer Improvements Project in the City of Weslaco utilizing Program Year 20 (2007).

2. Presentation of the scoring grid (of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Weslaco) for the purposes of ranking by CC in connection with an Urban County Program Water/Sewer Improvements project in the City of Weslaco.

3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________ for the provision of engineering services for a City of Weslaco Water/Sewer Improvements project.
 
E.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4)...'a professional service' for Material Testing Services in connection with an Urban County Water/Sewer Improvements Project in the City of Weslaco utilizing Program Year 20 (2007).
2. Presentation of the scoring grid (of at least three (3) Materials Testing firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the city of Weslaco) for the purposes of ranking by CC in connection with an Urban County Program Water/Sewer Improvements project in the City of Weslaco.
3. Authority to negotiate a Material Testing Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________________ for the provision of materials testing services for a City of Weslaco Water/Sewer Improvements project.
 
F.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4).. 'a professional service' for Material Testing Services in connection with an Urban County Sidewalk Project in the City of Weslaco utilizing Program Year 20 (2007).

2. Presentation of the scoring grid (of at least three (3) Materials Testing firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the city of Weslaco) for the purposes of ranking by CC in connection with an Urban County Program Sidewalk project in the City of Weslaco.

3. Authority to negotiate a Material Testing Services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________________ for the provision of engineering services for a City of Weslaco Sidewalk Project.
 
G.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for professional engineering services in connection with an Urban County Sidewalk Project in the City of Weslaco utilizing Program Year 20 (2007).

2. Presentation of the scoring grid (of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County s approved  pool  as graded and evaluated by the city of Weslaco) for the purposes of ranking by CC in connection with an Urban County Program Sidewalk Project in the City of Weslaco.

3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________ for the provision of engineering services for a City of Weslaco Sidewalk Project.
 
H.
The Urban County Program is requesting authority to award and enter into a Construction Contract with McCrea Water Tower, Inc. (lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements) for the improvements to the elevated water storage tank in the amount of $151,540.00 in the City of Edcouch utilizing Year 20 (2007).
 
I.
The Urban County Program, is requesting approval of the final negotiated contract with #1 firm of Alcocer Garcia Associates, with a fee of $32,500.00 in connection with a City of La Joya Park, Recreational Facility project utilizing Years 17 (2004), 18 (2005), and 20 (2007).
 
J.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4)...'a professional service' for professional engineering services in connection with an Urban County Street Improvements Project in the City of Penitas utilizing Program Year (20) 2007.

2. Presentation of the scoring grid (of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Peñitas) for the purposes of ranking by CC in connection with an Urban County Program Street Improvements project in the City of Peñitas.

3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _________________ for the provision of engineering services for the City of Peñitas Street Improvements.
 
12.
Office of the County Judge:
 
A.
Receive a formal presentation from the City of Edinburg, as required by Section 311.003(f) Texas Tax Code, relating to the creation of a Tax Reinvestment Zone for the Shoppes of The Rio Grande Valley Project. 
 
B.
Allow the City of Edinburg a waiver of the sixty (6) day notice requirement of the public hearing required for their creation of "Proposed Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ), City of Edinburg" under Section 311.003 of the Texas Tax Code and authorize County Judge to sign.
 
C.
Appoint a representative on behalf of Hidalgo County to meet with the governing body of the City of Edinburg concerning "Proposed Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ), City of Edinburg"
 
D.
Discussion regarding the Economic Development Policy for Hidalgo County pursuant to Chapter 381 of the Texas Local Government Code.
 
13.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
 
A.
1. PRELIMINARY APPROVAL 
    A.  Salida Del Sol Estates Phase 5  Pct. 3 (Mario Flores)
    B.  Corin Estates Phase 2 Subdivision   Pct. 4 (Saul Ortega)

2. FINAL APPROVAL 
    A.  Eduardo s No. 8 Subdivision  Pct. 3 (Aniceto Izaguirre)
 
14.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
 
A.
Office of Head Start (OHS) will be conducting an On-Site Monitoring Review
 
B.
Discussion/Approval of Self Assessment Schedule
 
C.
Discussion/Approval to extend  the Inter-Local Agreement with the South Texas Cooperative through Region One Education Service Center for the Purpose of Purchasing all Food Commodities, Uniforms, Supplies and Services (Food, Bread, Dairy and Kichen Supplies)
 
D.
Presentation for Discussion/Approval of Certificate of Payment #5 in connection with the Relocation of McAllen III Head Start Building Under Purchase Order #6840
 
E.
Dicussion/Approval to Submit Application to the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for the Child and Adult Care Food Program for Fiscal Year 2008
 
15.
Auditor's Office - Ray Eufracio:
 
A.
Presentation for consideration discussion and action of the following:
1.  Approval to increase General Fund Revenues by $3,431,797.80
2.  Approval to increase Special Revenue Funds by $335,822.03
 
16.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
 
A.
1.  Presentation of plaque to Mrs. Merelda Gonzalez
2.  Appointment of Commissioner to the Emergency Services District #2
 
17.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
 
A.
Approval of 2007 Interdepartmental transfer from Precinct #2 P/U Right of Way to Tower Road (Moore-Balli) Right of Way in the amount of $25,000.00 (1202).
 
18.
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 
 
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.
Presentation for discussion, consideratio and action:
including but not limited to the following items in connection with the New Adult Detention Center:    
    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
 
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
 
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 
 
6.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew for an additional six (6) months (as provided in contract) with Oil Patch Fuel & Supply, Inc. for Lubricants and Anti-Freeze Products.
 
7.
Requesting approval of a Modification to the current contract with Memorial Funeral Home in connection with burial services, reflecting the  deletion of  cremation services of unidentified pauper remains (John Doe's)  pursuant to Attorney General Opinion No. GA-0543
 
8.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval of Comdata Fuel Card(s) application(s) to be forwarded to Comdata Corporation as submitted by the following listed department detailing the "holder and user" under awarded contract for "Retail Fuel Card and Related Services" with State Council of Competitive Government under Texas Building and Procurement Commission, (TBPC) Cooperative Purchasing Program: 
-Purchasing Department
 
9.
398th District Court:
Approval to remove the following fixed asset items from inventory:
A. Norstar Compact Interg Syst. - Asset No. 34123 - replaced with new Shortel 560
B. Dell Dimension XPS T500 Mhz - Asset No. 34120
C. Dell Inspiron 7500 - Asset No. 34212
D. Inspiron 7500 Celeron Integr. - Asset No. 34215
 
B.
Adult Probation:
 
1.
BOOT CAMP
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendors through our membership/participation with TBPC CooperativePurchasing Programs:

A. Department of Information Resources "DIR"
DELL MARKETING L. P. - DIR-SDD-192 for requisition #116438 for the total of $13,040.40.

B. Department of Information Resources "DIR"
DELL MARKETING L. P. - DIR-SDD-192 for requisition #116439 for the total of $21,569.00

C. Department of Information Resources "DIR"
CDW GOVERNMENT INC. - DIR-SDD-223 for requisition # 116491 for the total of $5,727.00.
 
2.
ADULT PROBATION DEPT. 
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from awarded vendors through our membership/participation with Texas Cooperatiive Purchasing Network:
A)   CDW- TCPN Contract # R4713 for requisition #116488 for the total of $8,188.09. 

B)   CDW- TCPN Contract # R4713 for requisition #116680 for the total of $27,015.00. 
 
C.
IT Department:
 
1.
I.T. DEPARTMENT
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendors through our membership/participation with TBPC Cooperative Purchasing Programs:

"DIR" - DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES CONTRACT #DIR-SDD-192 DELL MARKETING L.P. for requisition #116465 for the total of $10,226.82.
 
2.
Requesting authority to purchase fiber optic ring cabling and related services utilizing our participation/membership in any applicable Cooperative Purchasing Program ____________ in connection with (Fiber Optic Ring cabling) Fiber Infrastructure Ring from "_____________________" in an amount not to exceed $____________.
 
D.
Buildings & Grounds
 
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval to solicit proposals from  area job order contractors through the County's membership/participation with purchasing cooperatives, for the provision of labor and materials (as attached hereto)for: "Phase II-Accessibility Compliance Renovations for 275th & 370th State District Courts" (07-226)
 
E.
Tax Office
 
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion and action (if applicable) to award the lowest bid received meeting all specifications and requirements with approval of contract (subject to legal review) for:  "Printing of Tax Rolls, Folding, Inserting, Pre-Sorting and Delivering of New Tax Statements for the Year 2007 to the Edinburg Post Office"-Hidalgo County Tax Assessor/Collector
 
F.
Co. Wide
 
1.
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)
 
2.
Approval of Proclamation honoring the late "Coach" Robert R. Vela for his exemplary dedication to academic excellence and athletic achievements
 
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of the negotiated contract (including best and final offer & subjet to legal review) with Border Visions Consulting Group L.L.C for RFP-Consulting Services Turn-Key HIPAA Compliance Solution and Related Services (On an "As Needed Basis") with a term of 180 days.
 
G.
Prct. 1
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action necessary on the "Emergency Declaration" approved by the City of Elsa in connection with the immediate repair of a collapsed manhole located on the corner of Extrumberto Solis & East 4th. Streets to be paid through UCP funding.
 
H.
Prct. 2
 
1.
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262.026a ratification of extension of bid opening date (issued through Addendum by Purchasing Agent) from Wednesday, August 29, 2007 to Wednesday, September 5, 2007  (as recommended by project architect VA Architecture) in connection with the sealed bid project for the: "Multi-Purpose Facility" specifically for RFB No. 2007-042A at the South Tower Park Project  in order to increase participation
 
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of application of payment No 2 in the amount of $32,923.80 by J.M. Construction and as recommended for payment by project engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation in connection to Primavera Subdivision Paving Improvements through contract C-CAP-06-005-11-28.
 
J.
County Clerk
 
1.
Requesting authority to exercise the additional one year extension as provided in current contract  with Bearing Point, fka, KPMG (through DIR contract)  for the Texas Electronic Framework Standard Service Level Agreement-(TEF), for the provision by Texas Online for "epay" (e-commerce transactions) and Efiling services for Hidalgo County  under the same rates, terms and conditions with an effective date of 08/23/07 to 08/22/08.
 
K.
Health & Human Services:
 
1.
Requesting authority to advertise for "On-Line Pharmacy Billing Services" RFP # 07-283-08-19.
 
19.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
 
A.
Constable Pct. #3:
1.  Discussion, consideration and approval to:

A.  Create slot #293-001-0013 (Gen. Fund - Constable Precinct #3) for the period September 01, 2007 through December 31, 2007.
B.  Transfer employee  #151998 from slot #293-006-G0001 (LRGVDC - Solid Waste Grant - Constable Pct. #3) to slot #293-001-0013 due to termination of grant term

2. Approval of revised salary schedule for the LRGVDC - Solid Waste grant (1285)
3. Approval of revised salary schedule for Constable Precinct #3 (1100)
 
B.
Pct. 4 - R&B:
Approval of interfund transfer from General Fund- County Wide Administration to R&B- Pct. #4 in the amount of $416,310.00 for the construction of a Retention Pond at Tamarron Estates.
 
C.
Co Judge's Office/ IT Dept:
1.  Discussion, consideration and approval to delete slot 110-006-0013.
2.  Approval to create slot 200-001-0020 and transfer employee no. 148652 from 110-006-0013 into 200-001-0020.
3.  Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Co Judge's into IT dept (1100) in the amount of $18,052.26.
4.  Approval of revised salary schedules.
 
D.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from various fire departments to Palmview Fire Department in the amount of $ 30,000.00 (1100)
 
E.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration into County Judge's (1100) in the amount of $4,165.57.
 
F.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Constable Precinct No. 1 in the amount of $3,610.00 for vehicle repairs.
 
G.
Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from CO's 2006 (1336) to K-Mart Property (1301) in the amount of $10,000.00.
 
H.
Discussion, consideration, action, and approval to appropriate $3,431,797.80 of new estimated General Fund revenue (new source) into Countywide Administration - Contingency (Acct No. 7-1100-415-00-115-002-0-899).
 
20.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
 
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
 
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
D.
Closed Session:  Cause No. C-2882-97-E; Texas Association of Counties County Government 
Risk Management Pool vs Hidalgo County and Enrique Escalon
 
E.
Closed Session:
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations
HEB Project - Road improvements for warehouse development
 
21.
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:  Cause No. C-2882-97-E; Texas Asssociation of Counties County Government Risk Management Pool vs Hidalgo County and Enrique Escalon
 
E.
Open Session:
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations:
HEB Project - Road improvements for warehouse development
 
22.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
23.
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
24.
Adjourn