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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING June 16, 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:
In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, Governor Abbott has suspended various provisions that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present at a specified meeting location. As a result, all or some government officials may participate via videoconference. Additionally, members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: hidalgocounty.us
To participate in public comment, please call: (956) 292-7630 and you will be given further instruction and be provided with a toll free number at that time.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Open Forum
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-75909
DA-Forensic Evidence Testing Grant (FET) (1281):
Requesting approval to submit a Programmatic Adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) for the Forensic Evidence Testing Grant #3932801.
Requesting approval to submit a Programmatic Adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) for the Forensic Evidence Testing Grant #3932801.
7.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-75895
DA FED SHRG-DOJ (1256):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of insurance settlement funds in the amount of $3,431.52 to fund vehicle repairs.
Approval of 2020 appropriation of insurance settlement funds in the amount of $3,431.52 to fund vehicle repairs.
8.
Executive Office - Delinquent Tax Attorneys:
A.
AI-75948
Approval of Resolution authorizing the resale of properties on the attached Exhibit A, for failure to pay ad valorem taxes due to the County of Hidalgo, in accordance with Sec. 34.05 of the Texas Property Tax Code
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-75893
1. Authorization and Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Contract for the continued operation of the Texas Transnational Intelligence Center between the City of McAllen Police Department, the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff Eduardo "Eddie" Guerra, as authorized official, to sign the agreement.
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff Eduardo "Eddie" Guerra, as authorized official, to sign the agreement.
10.
IT Department:
A.
AI-75979
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless devices with service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| Department: | Employee: | Description: | Qty: | Service Plan: | Equipment/Cost: |
| Commissioner Pct. 1 | Sanitation Sites | New data service with equipment | 5 | Custom 4G Unl MB Plan w/MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month | Apple iPad Mini 7.9 64GB @ $379.99 each |
| Commissioner Pct. 2 | Sanitation Sites | New data service with equipment | 1 | Custom 4G Unl MB Plan w/MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month | Apple iPad Mini 7.9 64GB @ $379.99 each |
| Commissioner Pct. 3 | Sanitation Sites | New data service with equipment | 4 | Custom 4G Unl MB Plan w/MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month | Apple iPad Mini 7.9 64GB @ $379.99 each |
| Commissioner Pct. 4 | Sanitation Sites | New data service with equipment | 3 | Custom 4G Unl MB Plan w/MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month | Apple iPad Mini 7.9 64GB @ $379.99 each |
| Information Technology | Sanitation Site Spare | New equipment | 5 | No Service | Apple iPad Mini 7.9 64GB @ $529.99 each |
11.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-75918
Discussion, consideration, and approval for Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 continued participation in LESO Program formerly as the Texas 1033 Surplus Property Program.
B.
AI-75976
Fund 1233:
Approval of the appropriation of the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 Asset Forfeiture Fund balance in the amount of $10,029.57.
Approval of the appropriation of the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 Asset Forfeiture Fund balance in the amount of $10,029.57.
12.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-75898
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval for Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3's continued participation in Texas LESO Program, formally known as Texas 1033 Surplus Program.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
3. Authorization and approval to participate, select and receive equipment under Texas LESO Program, with selection list to be submitted prior to receipt.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
3. Authorization and approval to participate, select and receive equipment under Texas LESO Program, with selection list to be submitted prior to receipt.
13.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-75906
Discussion and approval to execute a dealer deputy agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Continental Imports Inc. DBA Audi San Juan GDN Number P158240. Dealer desires to act as an agent of the Tax Assessor Collector in the issuance of motor vehicle registration stickers, license plates and in the application for vehicle titles. This agreement is subject to the Dealer Deputy providing a surety bond in an amount as determined by the County Tax Assessor-Collector in accordance with applicable law.
B.
AI-75905
Discussion and approval to execute an agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Lone Star National Bank to act as a limited-service deputy authorized agent of the County in the issuance of Motor Vehicle Registration Renewal Stickers. This agreement is subject to the Limited Service Deputy providing a surety bond in an amount as determined by the County Tax Assessor-Collector in accordance with applicable law.
14.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the following, if applicable, for personnel items listed:
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments
B.
AI-75951
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 06/22/2020:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 06/22/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance Amount | Proposed Allowance Amount |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0373 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0124 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0097 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0372 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
C.
AI-75900
Veteran Services (1100) / TVC Broken Arrow (1283):
1. Approval to extend two (2) Temporary Full-Time positions for 26 weeks beginning 7/1/2020 to 12/31/2020:
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2020:
1. Approval to extend two (2) Temporary Full-Time positions for 26 weeks beginning 7/1/2020 to 12/31/2020:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 370-001 | T013 - T014 | Clerk II | 03 |
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2020:
| Action | Dept/Prg/ | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 370-003 | 0001-0002 | Outreach Specialist I | 04 |
| Create | 370-003 | 0003 | Clerk I | 01 |
D.
AI-75970
Health - PHEP Grant (1293):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2020:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 236969 to Clerk I (slot no. 340-013-T001) effective 07/01/2020.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-013 | T001 | Clerk I | 01 |
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 236969 to Clerk I (slot no. 340-013-T001) effective 07/01/2020.
15.
Urban County:
A.
AI-75907
1. Public Hearing regarding the Emergency Services – Help for Colonias Program Application to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA).
2. Requesting approval of Resolution authorizing Hidalgo County Urban County Program (UCP) to submit an Emergency Services – Help for Colonias Program Application to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA).
3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to Emergency Services – Help for Colonias Program Application to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
2. Requesting approval of Resolution authorizing Hidalgo County Urban County Program (UCP) to submit an Emergency Services – Help for Colonias Program Application to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA).
3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to Emergency Services – Help for Colonias Program Application to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
16.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-75980
Requesting approval to accept donation from client in the amount of $10.00.
B.
AI-75896
Discussion, consideration and approval of Amendment #4 of Memorandum of Agreement from June 23, 2015 between Hidalgo County Health & Human Services and University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston-Brownsville Campus.
C.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-75897
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 9 Round 1 DSRIP Payment and DY 9 Monitoring IGT in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 7-2-20 and a settlement date of 7-3-20.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
17.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-75952
FY 2020 HAVA CARES Act Grant (1283)
1. Requesting approval to ratify the grant application for HAVA Cares Act Grant funds.
2. Requesting approval to accept and to have County Judge e-sign the HAVA Cares Act Grant related documents.
3. Requesting approval of the certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $703,865.23 and appropriation of same.
1. Requesting approval to ratify the grant application for HAVA Cares Act Grant funds.
2. Requesting approval to accept and to have County Judge e-sign the HAVA Cares Act Grant related documents.
3. Requesting approval of the certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $703,865.23 and appropriation of same.
18.
Veterans Service Office:
A.
AI-75891
Veterans Services - Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) "Broken Arrow" Grant:
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 "Broken Arrow" grant award, from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) for the period of 7-1-2020 to 6-30-2021 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of same.
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 "Broken Arrow" grant award, from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) for the period of 7-1-2020 to 6-30-2021 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of same.
19.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-75890
2019 General Fund -Financing Agreement:
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund financing agreement expenditures.
2. Approval of 2019 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund financing agreement expenditures.
3. Approval of 2019 transfer to fund financing agreement expenditures.
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund financing agreement expenditures.
2. Approval of 2019 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund financing agreement expenditures.
3. Approval of 2019 transfer to fund financing agreement expenditures.
20.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-76000
PCT 1 - Knapp Community Care Foundation Grant
1. Approval to accept Knapp Community Care Foundation Grant, in the amount of $150,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor in the amount of $150,000.00 and appropriation of same.
1. Approval to accept Knapp Community Care Foundation Grant, in the amount of $150,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor in the amount of $150,000.00 and appropriation of same.
21.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-75988
Pct 2 Dicker Road(23rd St-Jackson Rd) (1200):
Approval of 2020 certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from McAllen Public Utility for the Pct 2 Dicker Rd Project (CSJ#0921-02-312) in the amount of $726,279.75 and appropriation of the same into the Pct 2 Dicker Rd Project to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2020 certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from McAllen Public Utility for the Pct 2 Dicker Rd Project (CSJ#0921-02-312) in the amount of $726,279.75 and appropriation of the same into the Pct 2 Dicker Rd Project to fund project expenditures.
22.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-75925
Requesting approval to accept counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 70 associated with Veterans Road Blvd. with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
23.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-75982
TXDOT-Pct 1 Nittle(Drainage Ditch 1.25mi W FM88) (1315):
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for the Bridge Replacement/Rehabilitation of Nittler Road over Drainage Ditch 1.25 miles West of FM88 (CSJ#0921-02-445) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to signed agreement for said project.
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for the Bridge Replacement/Rehabilitation of Nittler Road over Drainage Ditch 1.25 miles West of FM88 (CSJ#0921-02-445) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to signed agreement for said project.
B.
AI-75947
Pct 1-Sunset Operations Facility (1100):
Approval of change in assignment/designation of funds in 2020 from the New Courthouse (program 125-035) in the amount of $1,200,000 to provide interim funding for the Pct 1 Sunset Operations Facility and interdepartmental transfer of the same.
Approval of change in assignment/designation of funds in 2020 from the New Courthouse (program 125-035) in the amount of $1,200,000 to provide interim funding for the Pct 1 Sunset Operations Facility and interdepartmental transfer of the same.
24.
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.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-75940
Emergency Management:
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the [Hidalgo County Emergency Management a Truck with a 26 ft.-Cargo Box and Liftgate], in order to assist with County Public Health expenses for acquisition and distribution of medical and protective supplies, including sanitizing products and personal protective equipment, for other public health or safety workers for addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use;
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens.
C. Requesting approval to purchase the following machinery/equipment through the County's membership/participation with BuyBoard Cooperative under Contract 601-19 [expires 11/30/2022]:
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens.
C. Requesting approval to purchase the following machinery/equipment through the County's membership/participation with BuyBoard Cooperative under Contract 601-19 [expires 11/30/2022]:
| Requisition# | Vendor | Model | Amount |
| 00416720 | Rush Truck Centers of Texas, LP | Hino 268A | $87,977.67 |
2.
AI-75929
Emergency Management:
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the [Hidalgo County Emergency Management Forklift Purchase], in order to assist with County Public Health expenses for acquisition and distribution of medical and protective supplies, including sanitizing products and personal protective equipment, for other public health or safety workers for addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.;
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens.
C. Requesting approval to purchase the following machinery/equipment through the County's membership/participation with Sourcewell Cooperative under Contract #101816-HCE [expires 12/15/2020] with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the [Hidalgo County Emergency Management Forklift Purchase], in order to assist with County Public Health expenses for acquisition and distribution of medical and protective supplies, including sanitizing products and personal protective equipment, for other public health or safety workers for addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.;
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens.
C. Requesting approval to purchase the following machinery/equipment through the County's membership/participation with Sourcewell Cooperative under Contract #101816-HCE [expires 12/15/2020] with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Requisition# | Vendor | Model | Amount |
| 00415539 | Lone Star Forklift 2017 USA, Inc. | Hyundai 35L-7A | $41,387.00 |
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-75990
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement under Tx.L.G.C. 262.024(a)(4), a professional service;
B. Presentation for approval the final negotiated professional services agreement with Raba Kistner, Inc. for "On-Call/As Needed" provision of Construction Materials & Geotechnical Testing Services for Precinct 1 subject to legal counsel's final review and approval as to form.
B. Presentation for approval the final negotiated professional services agreement with Raba Kistner, Inc. for "On-Call/As Needed" provision of Construction Materials & Geotechnical Testing Services for Precinct 1 subject to legal counsel's final review and approval as to form.
2.
AI-75922
A. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791-001-791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement (ILA) between Hidalgo County Precinct 1 and the City of Donna, TX for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus vehicle in connection with [CC of 12-17-19 R/AI-#73662].
B. Requesting authority to remove said personal property from the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 inventory list.
3.
AI-75901
A. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Weslaco for the Northside Sports Complex;
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of Northside Sports Complex walking trail project that is approximately 12 feet in width and is 5,536 feet in length.
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-76003
If applicable, pursuant to Hidalgo County's Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy (3.1 (1)), requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 5 (with an estimated cost of $264,000) as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide engineering services for the "Liberty Road Project from US 83 to Mile 3," through Contract# C-12-246-10-16.
2.
AI-75995
Pursuant to Hidalgo County's Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy (3.1 (1)):
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveying services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________________ for professional surveying services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No.3 Projects.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional surveying services for "ON CALL" Precinct No. 3 Projects;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional surveying services for "ON CALL" Precinct No. 3 Projects;
| ROW Surveying Services, LLC | R. Gutierrez Engineering Corp. | Guzman & Munoz Engineering | |
| Evaluator#1 | 92 | 89 | 84 |
| Ranking |
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveying services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________________ for professional surveying services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No.3 Projects.
3.
AI-76001
Pursuant to Hidalgo County's Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy (3.1 (1)):
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm, _____________________.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A)(4) professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" in connection with ON CALL Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No.3 Projects (on an as needed basis);
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" in connection with ON CALL Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No.3 Projects (on an as needed basis);
| Javier Hinojosa Engineering | CSJ Group | South Texas Infrastructure Group | |
| Evaluator#1 | 90 | 87 | 89 |
| Ranking |
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm, _____________________.
4.
AI-75992
If applicable, pursuant to Hidalgo County's Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy (3.1 (1)), requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 3 [C-15-161-11-17] with L&G Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Veterans Boulevard (SH 495) project from IH2(US 83) to La Homa (SH 364)" for Precinct No. 3, to amend Exhibit B and Exhibit D-1.
5.
AI-75991
If applicable, pursuant to Hidalgo County's Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy (3.1 (1)), requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 4 in an increasing amount of $14,800.00 of current contract [C-13-333-12-03] with L&G Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Shary Rd. (FM 494)" for Precinct No. 3, to amend Exhibit B and Exhibit D-1.
6.
AI-75994
If applicable, pursuant to Hidalgo County's Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy (3.1 (1)), requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 with a decrease amount of $9,600.00 of current contract [C-13-333-12-03] with L&G Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Shary Rd. (FM 494 project from FM 676 (Mile 5) to SH 107)" for Precinct No. 3, to amend Exhibit B and Exhibit D-1.
D.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-76005
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $47,601.62 as submitted by Raba Kistner, Inc. through On-Call Professional Engineering for Construction Materials & Geotechnical Testing Services (C-19-209-09-03) for New Mechanics Shop - P4.
E.
IT Department
1.
AI-75913
Acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Completion submitted by Noble Texas Builders for the renovations of Network Operations Center [NOC] project #2019-027 (located at HC Annex Bldg.) with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents including authority for processing and/or release of approved Applications for Payments #4 and Retainage amounts [CC action 03-24-20/R/IT Dept. #18.A.-AI#74924] through issued PO#793539.
F.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-75904
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve as necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the Hidalgo County Health Department Structural Engineering Services for the Remodeling and the Repair of Modular Building, in order to assist with County functions related to public health measures for temporary public medical facilities to increase COVID-19 treatment capacity, including related construction costs expenses addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use;
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Tx. LGC. 262.024(a)(4), professional services;
C. Requesting approval of final negotiated professional services agreement with Chanin Engineering, LLC for "Remodel and Repair for a County-owned Modular Building - C-20-187-06-16 (approved for negotiations by HCCC - 05/05/2020 - AI 75355);
C. Requesting approval of final negotiated professional services agreement with Chanin Engineering, LLC for "Remodel and Repair for a County-owned Modular Building - C-20-187-06-16 (approved for negotiations by HCCC - 05/05/2020 - AI 75355);
D. Pursuant to HCCC approval of the final professional services agreement with Chanin Engineering, LLC, requesting acceptance and action for Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $7,500.00 in connection with the "Remodel and Repair of County-owned Modular Building to be relocated on site of the HC Health Department located on the frontage road in Edinburg, Texas.
2.
AI-75721
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the purchase of 5 refrigerators to store vaccines, in order to assist with County Public Health and/or County Medical expenses addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use;
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
C. Requesting approval to purchase five (5) refrigerators [which are laboratory qualified portable transport storage units] that will store the COVID-19 vaccines and/or specimens at safe refrigerated temperatures when transporting them between remote sites without the need for electricity [when none available or accessible].
C. Requesting approval to purchase five (5) refrigerators [which are laboratory qualified portable transport storage units] that will store the COVID-19 vaccines and/or specimens at safe refrigerated temperatures when transporting them between remote sites without the need for electricity [when none available or accessible].
G.
Tax Office
1.
AI-75965
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(7)(A), a item that can only be obtained from one source because of the existence of patents, copyrights, ....;
B. Acceptance and approval of Sole Source Declaration with Opex Corporation for the purchase of custom built PC, equipment, software platform upgrade to Windows 10 with said sole source designation remaining in effect as long as Hidalgo County possess and utilizes the operating system and subject to compliance with HB 1295
B. Acceptance and approval of Sole Source Declaration with Opex Corporation for the purchase of custom built PC, equipment, software platform upgrade to Windows 10 with said sole source designation remaining in effect as long as Hidalgo County possess and utilizes the operating system and subject to compliance with HB 1295
H.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-75902
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract E-19-097-04-23 for Hidalgo County- "Rental of Uniforms" with Unifirst Holding, Inc. under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded.
25.
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-76004
Discussion, consideration and action on Confidentiality Agreement with Copicard Systems Holdings, LLC
26.
AI-75978
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
a. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
b. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
c. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
a. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
b. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
c. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
27.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) 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-75949
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
D.
AI-75919
Claim of Roy Maldonado
E.
AI-75934
Claim of Ana Castellanos
F.
AI-75936
Claim of Lauro Torres
28.
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)
29.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-75950
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency
D.
AI-75921
Claim of Roy Maldonado
E.
AI-75935
Claim of Ana Castellanos
F.
AI-75937
Claim of Lauro Torres
30.
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
31.
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
32.
Adjourn