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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING February 11, 2020 10:00 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 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.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
District Clerk:
A.
AI-74375
Resolution Honoring Pct. 3 Constable Larry Gallardo for his services as President of the Texas Association of Counties
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-74041
Proclamation declaring February 2020 as Young Hearts Matter Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month.
B.
AI-74316
DA - Victims Unit Court Advocate Project (VUCAP) (1281):
Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-74036
Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2021 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program (VAWA) Program with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2021 Violence Against Women Justice and Training Program (VAWA) Program with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official.
B.
AI-74352
Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) 1284:
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) SHSP-LETPA with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2020 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) SHSP-LETPA with the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official.
C.
AI-74185
Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden FY 2017 (1284):
Authorization to request a grant adjustment for a 3 month extension for FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden (grant #3172203) with authority for Co. Judge to certify adjustment on eGrants.
Authorization to request a grant adjustment for a 3 month extension for FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden (grant #3172203) with authority for Co. Judge to certify adjustment on eGrants.
D.
AI-74182
Sheriff's Office - Operation Stonegarden (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants.
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment.
1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants.
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment.
8.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-74350
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Ricardo Perez as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino, Avila Jr., Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011
B.
AI-74362
Constable Pct 1 - Operation Stonegarden (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants.
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment.
1. Authorization and approval to accept the Grant Adjustment Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2018 and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to certify grant adjustment on Egrants.
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer to reflect budget adjustment.
C.
AI-74341
Constable Pct. 1:
Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
9.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-74247
Constable Pct. 2 - LBSP FY 2021 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official,to e-sign application under egrants.
3. Approval of Rosolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021).
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official,to e-sign application under egrants.
3. Approval of Rosolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021).
B.
AI-74105
Constable Pct. 2:
Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2019 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
C.
AI-74197
Constable Pct. 2 CCP59 (1260):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of fund balance for Constable Precinct 2 Chapter 59 in the amount of $1,582.52.
Approval of 2020 appropriation of fund balance for Constable Precinct 2 Chapter 59 in the amount of $1,582.52.
10.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-74190
Constable Pct. 3
Presentation and discussion of the 2019 Racial Profiling report, as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Department, in accordance with Article 2.132 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
Presentation and discussion of the 2019 Racial Profiling report, as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Department, in accordance with Article 2.132 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
B.
AI-74047
Constable Pct. 3 - LBSP FY 2021 (1284)
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to e-sign application under egrants.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021)
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2021 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to e-sign application under egrants.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 2021 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (grant period September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021)
11.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-74292
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Juan Ricardo Guzman as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
12.
Constable Pct. #5:
A.
AI-74236
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Michael Anzaldua and Carlos Ramos as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Daniel Marichalar, Constable Pct 5 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
13.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
B.
AI-74321
Introduction of new Facilities Management Director
C.
AI-74203
Requesting permission by Museum of South Texas History to use county parking lots near the museum for visitor parking for the following events:
* Pioneer & Ranching Crafts Day; Saturday, Feb. 15; 8-5 pm
* The Big Squeeze; Saturday, April 4; 8am-5pm
* Fiesta de Oro; Saturday, April 18; 8am-6p.m.
* Summer Nights at the Museum, Thursdays, June 11 & 25; July 9; 5:30pm
* ¡Fandango! de Oro; Saturday, October 3; 4-11p.m.
* Catrina Ball, Friday, October 23; 3p.m. to 10p.m.
* Dia de los Muertos, Saturday, October 24; 2p.m.-10p.m.
* Golden Anniversary Former Trustee Reunion; Thursday or Friday, Nov. 19 or 20; 5-11p.m.
* Fiesta de Noche Buena; Sunday, Dec. 13; 1-5p.m.
* Pioneer & Ranching Crafts Day; Saturday, Feb. 15; 8-5 pm
* The Big Squeeze; Saturday, April 4; 8am-5pm
* Fiesta de Oro; Saturday, April 18; 8am-6p.m.
* Summer Nights at the Museum, Thursdays, June 11 & 25; July 9; 5:30pm
* ¡Fandango! de Oro; Saturday, October 3; 4-11p.m.
* Catrina Ball, Friday, October 23; 3p.m. to 10p.m.
* Dia de los Muertos, Saturday, October 24; 2p.m.-10p.m.
* Golden Anniversary Former Trustee Reunion; Thursday or Friday, Nov. 19 or 20; 5-11p.m.
* Fiesta de Noche Buena; Sunday, Dec. 13; 1-5p.m.
14.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed
B.
AI-74405
Approval of the 2020 Position Inventory List.
C.
AI-74251
Constable Pct. 1 (1100):
Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 02/11/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows:
Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 02/11/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Rank |
| Create | 291-001 | T018 | Deputy Constable | 06 |
D.
AI-74258
370th District Court (1100) / 332nd District Court (1100):
1.Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
1.Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval:
| Action | Dept. / Prg. | Slot # | Obj. Code | Position Title | Current Supplemental Allowance | Current Supplemental Allowance |
| Add Supplemental Pay |
007-001
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0001 | 117 | Court Reporter | $0.00 | $3,000.00 |
| Remove Supplemental Pay | 006-001 | 0002 | 117 | Court Coordinator (DC) | $1,500.00 | $0.00 |
| Remove Supplemental Pay | 006-001 | 0004 | 117 | Assistant Court Coordinator (DC) | $1,500.00 | $0.00 |
E.
AI-74360
County Judge (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Allowance |
Proposed Allowance |
| Add Auto Allowance | 110-006 | 0003 | Assistant Chief of Staff I | 18 | $0.00 | $5,000.00 |
F.
AI-74393
Precinct 4 (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020 as follows:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/17/2020 as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Current Position Title | Current Grade & Step | Requested Position Title | Requested Grade & Step | Supplemental Amount |
| Delete | 124-005 | 0012 | Clerk III | G05/S01 | - | - | - |
| Reclassification | 124-007 | 0065 | Equipment Operator II | G08/S02 | Equipment Operator III | G10/S01 | - |
| Reclassification | 124-036 | 0004 | Equipment Operator III | G10/S04 | Equipment Operator IV | G12/S01 | - |
| Reclassification | 124-036 | 0016 | Equipment Operator III | G10/S05 | Equipment Operator IV | G12/S02 | - |
| Reclassification | 124-036 | 0017 | Equipment Operator III | G10/S05 | Equipment Operator IV | G12/S02 | - |
| Reclassification | 124-001 | 0027 | Coordinator I | G09/S01 | Supervisor II | G11/S01 | - |
| Delete Supplemental | 124-001 | 0015 | Maintenance I | G03/S04 | Maintenance I | G03/S04 | ($1,500.00) |
| Add Supplemental | 124-001 | 0017 | Maintenance I | G03/S04 | Maintenance I | G03/S04 | $1,500.00 |
| Add Supplemental | 124-007 | 0018 | Equipment Operator II | G08/S01 | Equipment Operator II | G08/S01 | $1,500.00 |
15.
Urban County:
A.
AI-74331
"Subject to compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:
(6) Units in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $412,750.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors
(1) Unit in the Countywide area, (1) unit in the City of Weslaco, (1) unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the total contract amount of $254,750.00 to A-One Insulation.
(6) Units in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $412,750.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors
(1) Unit in the Countywide area, (1) unit in the City of Weslaco, (1) unit in the City of San Juan and (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the total contract amount of $254,750.00 to A-One Insulation.
B.
AI-74334
The Urban County Program is requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 to the Professional Service Agreement with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. The original contract amount was $20,000.00 and will be increased by $27,969.39, for a total contract amount of $47,969.39, utilizing CDBG FY 28 (2015) La Joya Street Improvement funds. Also requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 for additional work.
C.
AI-74330
Hidalgo County Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Mercedes is requesting authority to purchase 26 computers for the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library. Purchase will be made from Systime, Inc. in the amount of $17,498.00 (quote attached) funded through UCP FY 2018 (UCP Yr. 31)Public Service Library Funds.
16.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-74194
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by County Auditor in the amount of $145,796.50 for funds from the Health & Human Services Commission - Medicaid Administrative Claiming program and appropriation of the same.
17.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-74254
Approval to apply for the following 2021 Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office grants and approval of resolutions pertaining to each grant:
Domestic Violence Court Grant # 3110405
DWI Court Grant #2413911
Veteran's Court Grant #2431510
Re-entry Court Grant
Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #3623203
Mental Health Court Grant # 3848402
Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928006
Youthful Offender Court Grant # 3813402
Misdemeanor Drug Court Grant
Domestic Violence Court Grant # 3110405
DWI Court Grant #2413911
Veteran's Court Grant #2431510
Re-entry Court Grant
Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #3623203
Mental Health Court Grant # 3848402
Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928006
Youthful Offender Court Grant # 3813402
Misdemeanor Drug Court Grant
B.
AI-74198
Adult Probation - DWI CRT (1289)
December 2019
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $543.00 and appropriation of same.
December 2019
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $543.00 and appropriation of same.
18.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-74372
Resolution honoring agencies that participated in the Prepared Not Scared Initiative.
B.
AI-74389
1. Approval of the appointment of the Hidalgo County Local Emergency Planning Committee Board
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Local Emergency Planning Committee membership updates form for the State Emergency Response Commission c/o TDEM Operation section.
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Local Emergency Planning Committee membership updates form for the State Emergency Response Commission c/o TDEM Operation section.
19.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-74305
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the MailFinance Lease Agreement with Green Mailing Solutions for the FY 2020 with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
B.
AI-74300
Discussion, consideration, and possible action on amendment to the Senior Companions Program (SCP) Grant:18SCWTX003 and to the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) Grant:18SFWTX002 for a one-time augmentation for stipend increase and baseline funding increase to $3.00 per hour, effective April 1, 2020.
20.
IT Department:
A.
AI-74255
Discussion, consideration, and action on Management Control Agreement regarding Texas Department of Public Safety and FBI Criminal Justice Information System between Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 1, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 2, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 5 and Hidalgo county Information Technology Department.
B.
AI-74269
Authorization and approval to upgrade equipment and to purchase new wireless devices with service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (as listed):
| Department: | Qty: | Employee/ID: | Description: | Service Plan: | Equipment: | Equipment Cost: |
| District Clerk | 1 | Laura Hinojosa/152692 | New Cell Phone w/ Service | 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month | iPhone XR 64GB | 0 |
| Fire Marshal | 1 | Miguel J. Guerra/236632 | New Cell Phone w/ Service | 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month | iPhone XR 64GB | 0 |
| Fire Marshal | 1 | Miguel J. Guerra/236632 | New MiFi w/ Service | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety, & First Responders @ $37.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month | MiFi 8800 L | 0 |
| Commissioner Pct. 3 | 1 | Elected Official Use | New Cell Phone w/ Service | 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins+MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl @ $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) per month | iPhone XR 64GB | 0 |
| Department: | Qty: | Employee/ID: | Description: | Service Plan: | Equipment/ One Time Cost: | MDN: |
| Purchasing | 1 | Purchasing Office Use | Upgrading Service Plan | 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo | Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 | 956-289-0752 |
| Purchasing | 1 | Purchasing Office Use | Upgrading Service Plan | 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo | Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 | 956-457-1132 |
| Purchasing | 1 | Purchasing Office Use | Upgrading Service Plan | 4G Custom National Unl. Mins. + MSG Unl + Email&Data Unl. @ $39.99 + $5.00(taxes/fees)/ mo | Apple iPhone XR 64GB @ 0 | 956-515-8976 |
| Purchasing | 1 | Purchasing Office Use | Continuing Service | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo | NA | 956-310-8530 |
| Purchasing | 1 | Purchasing Office Use | Continuing Service | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo | NA | 956-310-8594 |
| Executive Office / Nuisance Abatement | 5 | Office Use | Equipment Upgrades | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo ea. | Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e @ $279.99 ea. | various 5 lines |
21.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-74320
Discussion on election updates.
22.
WIC:
A.
AI-74238
WIC Lactation Support Center Services (1292):
1.Requesting approval to apply for the new FY 21 DSHS Lactation Support Center Services Strategic Expansion Program (LSCS-SEP) for Hidalgo County Health & Health Services contract, for the period September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021, in the amount of $200,000.00.
2. Requesting approval to submit Form A-Face Page for Lactation Support Center Services.
1.Requesting approval to apply for the new FY 21 DSHS Lactation Support Center Services Strategic Expansion Program (LSCS-SEP) for Hidalgo County Health & Health Services contract, for the period September 1, 2020 through August 31, 2021, in the amount of $200,000.00.
2. Requesting approval to submit Form A-Face Page for Lactation Support Center Services.
B.
AI-74301
Approval to accept from the WIC State Office 2- 2020 Ford Escapes as part of the Hidalgo County WIC Program Inventory with authority for Executive Officer and/or WIC Director to sign documents.
C.
AI-74278
WIC Program (1292):
Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 WIC Form A: Contract Renewal Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2020/2021 WIC Form A: Contract Renewal Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
23.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-74374
1.
PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: United Irrigation District
Location of Pipeline Crossing: Mile 8 ½ Road approximately ¾ mile east of Los Ebanos Road. (Pct. 3)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 42" RCP Irrigation line crossing via open cut Mile 8 ½ Road.
b. Applicant: Wonderful Citrus Packing Co., LLC.
Location of Pipeline Crossings: 3 crossings on M. Davila Sr. Road, 2 crossings on Marcedonio Road and 1 crossing on
"unnamed Pct, 4 Road". (Pct. 4)
Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Three 15" PVC and Two 12" PVC corrugated Drain Pipes that will cross the above mentioned County Roads via open cuts.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC. (A&D LINES)
Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Road.
Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1:
Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Roads.
Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1:
Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions.
Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1:
a. Applicant: United Irrigation District
Location of Pipeline Crossing: Mile 8 ½ Road approximately ¾ mile east of Los Ebanos Road. (Pct. 3)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 42" RCP Irrigation line crossing via open cut Mile 8 ½ Road.
b. Applicant: Wonderful Citrus Packing Co., LLC.
Location of Pipeline Crossings: 3 crossings on M. Davila Sr. Road, 2 crossings on Marcedonio Road and 1 crossing on
"unnamed Pct, 4 Road". (Pct. 4)
Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Three 15" PVC and Two 12" PVC corrugated Drain Pipes that will cross the above mentioned County Roads via open cuts.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation C/O The 5125 Company LLC. (A&D LINES)
Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Road.
Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1:
- Sunrise Subdivision
- Sunrise Hill Subdivision
- Mile 12 North Road
Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions and County Roads.
Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1:
- Cielo Azul Unit 3 Subdivision
- La Paloma #2 Subdivision
- La Paloma #1 Subdivision
- Olivarez #4 Subdivision
- Mile 12 North Road
- North Barrera Street
Proposed improvements: Consists of various sizes of sanitary sewer lines being constructed via open cut within the existing internal streets of the below mentioned subdivisions.
Location of Multiple Pipeline Crossings in Pct. 1:
- Sunrise Subdivision
- Olivarez #10 Subdivision
- Puesta Del Sol Subdivision
24.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-74381
1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI-72571 on 10/08/2019 for LPA Standard Utility Agreement for the Mile 6 West Project with North Alamo Water Supply and Hidalgo County.
2. Discussion and possible action to execute the LPA Standard Utility Agreement for the Mile 6 West Project with North Alamo Water Supply contingent on receipt of TXDOT concurrence letter, prior to execution by County Judge
2. Discussion and possible action to execute the LPA Standard Utility Agreement for the Mile 6 West Project with North Alamo Water Supply contingent on receipt of TXDOT concurrence letter, prior to execution by County Judge
25.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-74391
1. Ratification of the submission of a grant extension request to Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation to allow additional time for completion of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project.
2. Request for approval to accept the extension of time granted by Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation for the completion of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project from 1/4/2020 to 9/14/2020.
2. Request for approval to accept the extension of time granted by Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation for the completion of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project from 1/4/2020 to 9/14/2020.
B.
AI-74395
1. Requesting approval of an order authorizing Hidalgo County to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project from 23rd Street to Jackson Rd, with authority for the County Judge to sign the Order.
2. Requesting approval of an Inter-local Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and Texas Department of Transportation for the testing and inspection of Prefabricated bridge-related items only performed by TxDOT Construction Division for the Pct 2. Dicker Road Project.
2. Requesting approval of an Inter-local Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and Texas Department of Transportation for the testing and inspection of Prefabricated bridge-related items only performed by TxDOT Construction Division for the Pct 2. Dicker Road Project.
C.
AI-74257
1. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water service with the City of Hidalgo for the Pct 2 All-Inclusive Park Project.
2. Approval of payment to the City of Hidalgo in the amount of $335.00 for the utility deposit and connection fee to set up water meter for the Pct 2 All-Inclusive Park Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
2. Approval of payment to the City of Hidalgo in the amount of $335.00 for the utility deposit and connection fee to set up water meter for the Pct 2 All-Inclusive Park Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
26.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-74183
Requesting approval of Access Agreement between Hidalgo County and C&J Well Services.
27.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-74271
Requesting approval to name a private Right of Way Perpetual Easement out of Fresh Water Farms, being a re-subdivision of Lot 3 Puckett Subdivision as Carrizales Service Road for 911 purposes.
28.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-74398
Approval to increase the Office of Professional Responsibility assignment pay from level I ($1,800) to level II ($2,100) in accordance with the Law Enforcement Pay Plan table.
B.
AI-74244
Various Departments:
Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
29.
Purchasing Department - 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 FORWARDED 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. 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 FORWARDED 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.
AI-74276
Presentation for consideration, action, and approval of the proposed Letter of Engagement received from number #1 ranked firm, Burton, McCumber & Longoria, for the Independent Audit Services for Hidalgo County for two (2) fiscal year term with HC option to extend for two (2) additional one (1) fiscal year terms.
2.
AI-74368
A. Requesting approval for Change Order No. 45 for the addition of Perforated Panels at the Judge's Parking an increase in the amount of $151,958.00 in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc.
B. Requesting approval for Change Order No. 49 to incorporate items required to provide redundant power from AEP (Upgrade) an increase in the amount of $140, 554.00 in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc.
B. Requesting approval for Change Order No. 49 to incorporate items required to provide redundant power from AEP (Upgrade) an increase in the amount of $140, 554.00 in connection with the construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas Inc.
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-74380
Requesting approval of an "Exception" to Hidalgo County's Accounting Procedures Manual/Non-Travel Meals, Refreshments & Related Expenses as supported by the rationale presented herein [Memo attached] for the purchase of applicable supplies [detailed in Memo] through the County's established procurement protocol [i.e. Requisition and PO System] for fiscal year 2020.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-74296
Requesting approval of Supplemental #1 to Work Authorization #1 through Contract # C-18-304-02-26 with L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L & G Engineering for professional engineering services for FM 88 from 0.025 Miles North SH 107 (5th Ave) North to FM 1925 to reflect revised Exhibits B & D-1 resulting in an increase of $286,563.00.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-74387
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 3 current contract [C-12-246-10-16] with L&G Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Liberty Road Project (from US 83 to Mile 3)" for Precinct No. 3, to revise Exhibit B- Services to be provided by the Engineer and Exhibit "D-1" -Project Estimated Fee Schedule.
E.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-74412
Requesting approval of Work Authorization #3 in connection to contract # C-19-252-07-16 with Halff Associates, Inc. for project specific: Storage Facility at Precinct 4 in the amount of $ 25,670.00.
2.
AI-74411
Requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $15,357.00 pursuant to Article 22 of the current "on-call" agreement (C-19-210-09-03) with MEG Engineers for the provision of engineering services for Construction Material & Geo-Technical Testing Services for Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park Project.
3.
AI-74349
A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners' Court on June 6, 2019 (AI-70681) of the bid awarded to Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for the Construction of the North Alamo Realignment Project for Pct. 4. RFB No. 2018-246-02-27-RFV;
B. Approval to re-advertise project utilizing the same procurement packet as approved by Commissioners' Court on January 29, 2019 (AI-68687).
F.
District Courts
1.
AI-74299
a. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software;
b. Requesting approval of agreement(s) [if applicable] for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s) [464th State District Court] effective 01/01/2020 and subject to compliance HB 1295 including authority for County Judge to execute documentation.
b. Requesting approval of agreement(s) [if applicable] for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s) [464th State District Court] effective 01/01/2020 and subject to compliance HB 1295 including authority for County Judge to execute documentation.
G.
Budget & Management
1.
AI-74297
Acceptance and approval of the negotiated agreement between Hidalgo County and Gallagher Benefits, Inc. (ranked by HCCC on 11-05-19) [which includes the best and final offer (BAFO)] for RFP No. 2019-221-10-02-YSS titled: Consulting Services for Self-Funded Insurance Group Health and authority for County Judge to sign additional documents necessary to effectuate the agreement.
Approval for County to Judge to sign additional documents necessary to effectuate the agreement.
H.
County Clerk
1.
AI-74195
Requesting approval to continue the preservation of Deed and Official Records volumes 2167-2368 with Kofile Technologies, Inc. [awarded vendor] through HC membership/participation with TXMAS Contract # [TXMAS-18-3602]. In the amount of $509,040.00 through Requisition# 407979.
30.
Open Forum
31.
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.
Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code.
C.
AI-74201
EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; A.A. v County
D.
AI-74403
Cause #CL-20-0364-B; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company ASO Guadalupe Flores v. County
E.
AI-74401
County of Hidalgo v. Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
F.
AI-74207
Claim of Heriberto Ramirez Garcia
G.
AI-74259
Claim of Frontier Communications
H.
AI-74383
Claim of Francis Ciancarelli
I.
AI-74221
Hidalgo County v. Jose David Chavez & Juan Chavez
J.
AI-74224
Hidalgo County v. Gerardo Medina Lugo
K.
AI-74226
Hidalgo County v. Rafael Torres & Fernando Gomez, Jr.
L.
AI-74370
FTC v A-1 Janitorial Sup Corp Refund Acct
32.
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. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
33.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-74202
EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; A.A. v County
D.
AI-74404
Cause #CL-20-0364-B; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company ASO Guadalupe Flores v. County
E.
AI-74402
County of Hidalgo v. Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
F.
AI-74208
Claim of Heriberto Ramirez Garcia
G.
AI-74260
Claim of Frontier Communications
H.
AI-74384
Claim of Francis Ciancarelli
I.
AI-74222
Hidalgo County v. Jose David Chavez & Juan Chavez
J.
AI-74225
Hidalgo County v. Gerardo Medina Lugo
K.
AI-74227
Hidalgo County v. Rafael Torres & Fernando Gomez, Jr.
L.
AI-74371
FTC v A-1 Janitorial Sup Corp Refund Acct
34.
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
35.
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
36.
Adjourn