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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING June 23, 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.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-76065
Discussion and approval of the 2020 service agreement between Hidalgo County and Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA).
7.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-76016
Approval and authorization to increase the change fund for the Weslaco Substation as follows:
Weslaco Motor Vehicle Office in the amount of $500 and Weslaco Tax Office $800
Weslaco Motor Vehicle Office in the amount of $500 and Weslaco Tax Office $800
8.
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-76090
Elections (1100):
1. Approval to extend fourteen (14) temporary full-time positions for 26 weeks beginning 7/1/2020 to 12/31/2020:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer the following employees effective 7/1/2020 as follows:
1. Approval to extend fourteen (14) 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 |
130-001 | T206-T215 | Clerk I | 01 |
| Extend temporary full-time position |
130-001 | T216-T219 | Elections Surveyor Technician | 04 |
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer the following employees effective 7/1/2020 as follows:
| Employee no. | Slot # | Position Title |
| 212946 | T206 | Clerk I |
| 205656 | T207 | Clerk I |
| 213578 | T208 | Clerk I |
| TBD | T209 | Clerk I |
| 234885 | T210 | Clerk I |
| 237990 | T211 | Clerk I |
| TBD | T212 | Clerk I |
| 190780 | T216 | Elections Surveyor Technician |
| 236357 | T217 | Elections Surveyor Technician |
| 236772 | T218 | Elections Surveyor Technician |
| TBD | T219 | Elections Surveyor Technician |
C.
AI-76116
Community Service Agency (3300):
Approval of correction to AI-75678, changing the following thirteen (13) positions from full-time temporary to regular full-time effective 06/08/2020:
Approval of correction to AI-75678, changing the following thirteen (13) positions from full-time temporary to regular full-time effective 06/08/2020:
| Dept./Prg. | Current Slot # | Position Title | New slot # |
| 901-033 | T060-T067 | Case Study Manager | 0060-0067 |
| 901-033 | T068-T071 | Eligibility Worker II | 0068-0071 |
| 901-033 | T072 | Accountant I | 0072 |
D.
AI-76033
Sheriff VAWA (1284):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/06/2020:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/06/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Rank/ Grade |
| Delete | 280-095 | 0001 | Deputy Sheriff | Rank 06 |
| Delete | 280-095 | 0002 | Deputy Sheriff | Rank 06 |
| Delete | 280-095 | 0003 | Deputy Sheriff | Rank 06 |
| Delete | 280-095 | 0004 | Deputy Sheriff | Rank 06 |
| Delete | 280-095 | 0005 | Coordinator II, Victims Assistance | Grade 11 |
E.
AI-76120
275th District Court (1100):
Approval to extend the following temporary full-time position for 26 weeks beginning 07/01/2020 and ending 12/31/2020:
Approval to extend the following temporary full-time position for 26 weeks beginning 07/01/2020 and ending 12/31/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time Position | 005-001 | T008 | Legal Assistant II | 08 |
F.
AI-76071
County Court at Law No. 1 (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/06/2020:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/06/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Decrease Interpreter Allowance | 021-001 | 0005 | Assistant Court Coordinator (CC) | 12 | $6,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| Add Interpreter Allowance | 021-001 | 0004 | Bailiff I (CC) | 11 | $0.00 | $4,000.00 |
G.
AI-76070
Justice of the Peace Pct. 3/ Pl. 2 (1100):
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 10 weeks beginning 06/24/2020 and ending 08/24/2020:
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 10 weeks beginning 06/24/2020 and ending 08/24/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 066-001 | T009 | Clerk III | 05 |
9.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-76053
Pursuant to Chapter 121 Local Public Health Reorganization Act; Sec.121.006, requesting approval of the revised Schedule of Fees for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department effective July 1, 2020
B.
AI-76048
1. Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application for the TB Federal FY 21 program in the amount of $437,771.00 in grant funds and $87,554.00 in local match funds. The contract period will be 01/01/2021 to 12/31/2021.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to sign all related grant application documents.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to sign all related grant application documents.
10.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-76062
1. Approval of a non financial interagency collaborative agreement with 2-1-1 Texas for mutual support and collaboration with the common goal of coordinating information and referral services for Hidalgo County residents.
2. Requesting approval for the County Judge to sign the agreement.
11.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-76018
Update regarding the Hidalgo County Rental and Mortgage Assistance Program.
B.
AI-76066
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept amendment to the FY 2019 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) contract No. 58190002984 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for program year 2019, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
12.
IT Department:
A.
AI-76094
Authorization and approval to purchase new GPS units and wireless devices with service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS and CONTRACT: 4400006645 with UNICOM GOVERNMENT, INC for the following:
| Department: | Description: | Qty: | Current Service Plan: | New Service Plan: | Equipment/Cost: |
| Commissioner Pct. 1 | Change Service Plan/Equipment | 3 | Nationwide Unl. Email & Data Plus MHS @ $69.99/ea per month | 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins + MSG Unl. Email & Data Unl @ $39.99/ea per month | Apple iPhone 11 64GB 2 @ $249.99/ea Samsung Galaxy s20 Ultra 5G 128GB 1 @ $899.99 |
| Commissioner Pct. 4 | Change Service Plan/Equipment | 4 | Nationwide Unl. Email & Data Plus MHS @ $69.99/ea per month | 4G Custom Nationwide Unl. Mins + MSG Unl. Email & Data Unl @ $39.99/ea per month | Apple Iphone SE 64 @ $0/ea |
| Tax Office | GPS Service | 2 | N/A | Rastrac Monthly Service Charge (2 min. updates w/ turn detect)@ $43.41/ea per month | CAT-M1 LTE Full Option - Includes Accelerometer, Buzzer, Internal Backup Battery@ $196.45/ea OBDII - Y Cable (Used W/DSCI04, Provides Available OBDII Port & Inconspicuous Install) @ $31.80/ea |
| District Attorney's Office | New wireless Service | 2 | N/A | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month | JetPack MiFi 8800L @ $0/ea |
13.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-76138
Discussion regarding Election Updates.
B.
AI-76011
FY 2020 Elections Chapter 19 (1283):
1. Approval of the certification of revenues by the County Auditor, for the FY 2020 Chapter 19 funds in the amount of $142,655.05 and appropriation of same.
1. Approval of the certification of revenues by the County Auditor, for the FY 2020 Chapter 19 funds in the amount of $142,655.05 and appropriation of same.
14.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-76083
1.
Preliminary Approval
a. Rancho El Viejito Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Lucila Martinez De Cantu) (Anderson Road & Dillon Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Anderson Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's
Paved: Yes, Anderson Road is paved.
b. Silver Heights Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Robert Garza) (Raul Longoria Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 45 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system with onsite detention and discharging onto an existing drainage system along Raul Longoria Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Raul Longoria Road is paved and 2 internal streets to be paved.
2. Final Approval with Variance Request
a. Amended Plat of Amigo Estates Commercial Subdivision- Pct. 4 (CRV Investments, L.L.C.) (F.M. 2812 & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention based on the approved site plan and drainage report.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, F.M. 2812 is paved.
3. Final Approval
a. Midnight Run Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Luis Garcia Jr.) (Rogers Road & Citation Drive)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Rogers Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Rogers Road and Citation Drive are paved.
b. Ruben Valdez Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Ruben & Velma Valdez) (Taylor Road & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff onto north Taylor Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Taylor Road is paved.
c. La Plazita Phase II Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Xenon Inc.) (Kennedy Street & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Kennedy Street road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Kennedy Street is paved.
d. Abram Estates No. 1 Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Victor J. Daniec) (Abram Road & Business 83)
No. of Lots: 121 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Streetlights: 12
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Palmview.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by Agua SUD.
Paved: Yes, Abram Road is paved and 5 internal streets are paved.
4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Re-Plat of Lot 2 Fidencio Garcia Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Melissa Garcia) (Monte Cristo Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Monte Cristo Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF for lot 2A has been escrowed and Lot 2B has been installed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $1,500.00 for 1 OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road is paved.
b. Rio Rico Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Victor J. Daniec) (Mile 3 North Road & Mile 2 ½ East Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single Family
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 3 North Road side ditch and Mile 2 ½ East Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $6,000.00 for 4 OSSF's.
Paved: Yes, Mile 3 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road are paved.
c. Ranchettes on Monte Cristo Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Victor J. Daniec) (Monte Cristo Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 10 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 6
Filling Stations: 2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $15,000.00 for 10 OSSF's.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $9,000.00 for 2 Filling Stations.
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road and 2 internal streets are paved.
d. San Lucio No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Dillon Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 13 Single Family
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 2 and have been escrowed with City of Donna.
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the existing road side ditch along the east side of Dillon Road and the north side of Trenton Road. Detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $19,500.00 for 13 OSSF's.
Paved: Yes, Dillon Road is paved.
e. San Marcos No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Zachary Scurlock) (Mile 19 North Road & F.M. 88)
No. of Lots: 47 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 11
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $12,700.00 for 4 Filling Stations.
Paved: Yes, Mile 19 North Road, F.M. 88 and 3 internal streets are paved.
f. Valle Mesa Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Mile 13 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 65 Single Family
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: 11
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $20,000.00 for 4 Filling Stations.
Paved: Yes, Mile 13 ½ North Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
a. Rancho El Viejito Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Lucila Martinez De Cantu) (Anderson Road & Dillon Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Anderson Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's
Paved: Yes, Anderson Road is paved.
b. Silver Heights Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Robert Garza) (Raul Longoria Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 45 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system with onsite detention and discharging onto an existing drainage system along Raul Longoria Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Raul Longoria Road is paved and 2 internal streets to be paved.
2. Final Approval with Variance Request
a. Amended Plat of Amigo Estates Commercial Subdivision- Pct. 4 (CRV Investments, L.L.C.) (F.M. 2812 & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention based on the approved site plan and drainage report.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, F.M. 2812 is paved.
3. Final Approval
a. Midnight Run Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Luis Garcia Jr.) (Rogers Road & Citation Drive)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Rogers Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Rogers Road and Citation Drive are paved.
b. Ruben Valdez Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Ruben & Velma Valdez) (Taylor Road & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff onto north Taylor Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Taylor Road is paved.
c. La Plazita Phase II Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Xenon Inc.) (Kennedy Street & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Kennedy Street road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Kennedy Street is paved.
d. Abram Estates No. 1 Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Victor J. Daniec) (Abram Road & Business 83)
No. of Lots: 121 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Streetlights: 12
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Palmview.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by Agua SUD.
Paved: Yes, Abram Road is paved and 5 internal streets are paved.
4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Re-Plat of Lot 2 Fidencio Garcia Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Melissa Garcia) (Monte Cristo Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Monte Cristo Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF for lot 2A has been escrowed and Lot 2B has been installed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $1,500.00 for 1 OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road is paved.
b. Rio Rico Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Victor J. Daniec) (Mile 3 North Road & Mile 2 ½ East Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single Family
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 3 North Road side ditch and Mile 2 ½ East Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $6,000.00 for 4 OSSF's.
Paved: Yes, Mile 3 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road are paved.
c. Ranchettes on Monte Cristo Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Victor J. Daniec) (Monte Cristo Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 10 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 6
Filling Stations: 2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $15,000.00 for 10 OSSF's.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $9,000.00 for 2 Filling Stations.
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road and 2 internal streets are paved.
d. San Lucio No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Dillon Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 13 Single Family
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 2 and have been escrowed with City of Donna.
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the existing road side ditch along the east side of Dillon Road and the north side of Trenton Road. Detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $19,500.00 for 13 OSSF's.
Paved: Yes, Dillon Road is paved.
e. San Marcos No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Zachary Scurlock) (Mile 19 North Road & F.M. 88)
No. of Lots: 47 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 11
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $12,700.00 for 4 Filling Stations.
Paved: Yes, Mile 19 North Road, F.M. 88 and 3 internal streets are paved.
f. Valle Mesa Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Mile 13 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 65 Single Family
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: 11
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $20,000.00 for 4 Filling Stations.
Paved: Yes, Mile 13 ½ North Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
B.
AI-76059
Discussion and consideration to accept donation deed from PDP Mile 4, LTD., a Texas limited partnership for a property legally described as 11.697 Acres out of Pueblo De Palmas 22 and Pueblo De Palmas 23, and out of Lots 21, 25 and 29 Amended Map of Santa Cruz Gardens Unit No. 2, Hidalgo County, Texas comprising of approximately 11.697 acres to be utilized as a County Park.
15.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-76019
Approval to rescind action previously taken by Commissioner's Court on 4/21/2020 AI#75238 to approve a contribution in aid of construction agreement for Electrical Distribution Service with AEP for the Pct 2 Javelina Drive Extension Project.
16.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-76036
Requesting approval to accept counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 9 associated with the Veterans Blvd. project with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
17.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-76133
Presentation and discussion on CARES Act Relief Fund Projects.
B.
AI-76115
CARES Act Relief Funds (1287):
1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover costs not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program, in order to assist with expenses associated with provision of economic support in connection with 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.
2. Presentation, discussion and approval of the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program eligibility criteria.
3. 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.
4. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and Peoplefund for the program management component (to process applications and submit a list of qualifying applications to the Budget office for Commissioner's approval) of the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program.
1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover costs not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program, in order to assist with expenses associated with provision of economic support in connection with 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.
2. Presentation, discussion and approval of the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program eligibility criteria.
3. 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.
4. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and Peoplefund for the program management component (to process applications and submit a list of qualifying applications to the Budget office for Commissioner's approval) of the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program.
C.
AI-76119
CARES Act Relief Funds (1287):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of CARES Act Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the various cities, as listed on Exhibit "A", with authority for the County Judge to sign the required documents.
2. Approval of 20% ICA Advance Payment upon receipt of the executed agreements and proposed budgets from each respective city, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of CARES Act Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the various cities, as listed on Exhibit "A", with authority for the County Judge to sign the required documents.
2. Approval of 20% ICA Advance Payment upon receipt of the executed agreements and proposed budgets from each respective city, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
D.
AI-76099
TXDOT-Pct 1 Nittler (Drainage Ditch 0.2mi 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 0.2 miles West of FM88 (CSJ#0921-02-446) 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 0.2 miles West of FM88 (CSJ#0921-02-446) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to signed agreement for said project.
E.
AI-76060
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.
F.
AI-76008
Texas VINE Grant (1283):
1. Approval to process payment for invoice #INV77087 from Appriss, Inc. in the amount of $7,542.56 in relation to the FY 2020 VINE Maintenance Fee for the 3rd quarter (3-1-2020 to 5-31-2020) after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor (PO #813469).
2. Approval to submit to the Office of the Attorney General of Texas the FY 2020 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $7,542.56 (3rd quarter) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Quarterly Verification of Continuing Production Record with authority for the County Judge to sign the required documents.
1. Approval to process payment for invoice #INV77087 from Appriss, Inc. in the amount of $7,542.56 in relation to the FY 2020 VINE Maintenance Fee for the 3rd quarter (3-1-2020 to 5-31-2020) after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor (PO #813469).
2. Approval to submit to the Office of the Attorney General of Texas the FY 2020 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $7,542.56 (3rd quarter) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Quarterly Verification of Continuing Production Record with authority for the County Judge to sign the required documents.
G.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-76132
CARES Act Relief Funds (1287):
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the U.S. Treasury relating to the CARES Act Relief Funds and appropriation of the same.
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the U.S. Treasury relating to the CARES Act Relief Funds and appropriation of the same.
2.
AI-76110
Pct. 3 Rd Maint. (1200)
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance into Pct.3 Rd. Maint. in the amount of $100,000.00 to fund operating expenses.
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance into Pct.3 Rd. Maint. in the amount of $100,000.00 to fund operating expenses.
3.
AI-76047
Pct. R&B (1200):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct. 1 (Rd. Maint.) in the total amount of $29,917.29 to fund road expenditures.
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Pct. 1 (Rd. Maint.) in the total amount of $29,917.29 to fund road expenditures.
18.
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-76149
A. Discussion, consideration, and approval of 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 Staffing Services, in order to assist with County Medical and Public Health 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 procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(1)(2), attached herein; and
C. Requesting to hire Licensed Vocational Nurse II's (LVN II's), Medical Technician I's, and Medical Clerk I's for: 1) the Health Department, and 2) additional Medical Technician I's [number for each to be finalized] for the following County areas/elected offices and/or departments including, but not limited to:
C. Requesting to hire Licensed Vocational Nurse II's (LVN II's), Medical Technician I's, and Medical Clerk I's for: 1) the Health Department, and 2) additional Medical Technician I's [number for each to be finalized] for the following County areas/elected offices and/or departments including, but not limited to:
- Courthouse
- Outlying District Courts
- Justice of the Peace Courts
- Tax Office (main and substations)
to one or multiple qualified vendors awarded contracts through the General Services Administration (GSA) offering the most advantageous rates and availability of staff from those whom responded to HC's Request for Quotes (Project No. 2020-283) with vendors requiring Purchase Orders only:
- Pro Health Staffing
- Med Trust, LLC
- AHS Staffing, LLC
2.
AI-76089
Recommendation by the project engineer, Halff & Associates, Inc. to award to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid[ while meeting all specifications & requirements] Noble Texas Builders, LLC., in the amount of $13,500.00 for RFB: No. 2019-280-04-15-RFV, for the ADA Bus Shelter on N. 12th Avenue and Stubbs St., Edinburg, Texas.
3.
AI-76091
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 of current contract [C-18-228-10-09] with L&G Consulting Engineers, for professional services for, "Construction of the Justice Center," to amend Exhibit B and Exhibit D for the removal of the County Service Facility scope of services and a decrease amount of $6,697.36.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-76113
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A)(4), a professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" in connection with job-specific Civil Engineering Services for the Reconstruction of Hutto Rd. and 9 Mile Project for Precinct No. 1:
B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" in connection with job-specific Civil Engineering Services for the Reconstruction of Hutto Rd. and 9 Mile Project for Precinct No. 1:
| GDJ ENGINEERING | R. GUTIERREZ ENGINEERING | LANDTECH | |
| EVALUATOR 1 | 98 | 97 | 95 |
| EVALUATOR 2 | 98 | 95 | 93 |
| EVALUATOR 3 | 96 | 93 | 92 |
| TOTAL | 292 | 285 | 280 |
| RANKING |
C.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-76126
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Contract No. C-17-182-06-13 with B2Z Engineering, LLC, resulting in an extension of the contract termination date for the Pct 2 Military Highway Extension.
2.
AI-76112
A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 4 (with an estimated cost of $115,788.28) as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, to provide right acquisition and appraisal services for the Precinct 2 Military Hwy Ext Project, through Contract #C-17-182-06-13;
B. Pursuant to contract with B2Z Engineering, (Article 14) C-17-182-06-13, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of Brighton Group, LLC. and Appraisal Haus, LLC to provide right of way acquisition and services for the Pct 2 Military Highway Extension Road Project
B. Pursuant to contract with B2Z Engineering, (Article 14) C-17-182-06-13, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of Brighton Group, LLC. and Appraisal Haus, LLC to provide right of way acquisition and services for the Pct 2 Military Highway Extension Road Project
D.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-76100
Pursuant to current HC EOEEP, requesting approval the purchase of two (2) 2020 Peterbilt 348 Roll Off Trucks with accessories in the amount of $324,746.76, through the County's membership/participation with TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative Contract #601-19 [expires 11/30/22] awarded vendor Rush Truck Center.
E.
WIC
1.
AI-75959
Request by the Hidalgo County WIC Program to consider and approve an Addendum to the Sole Source Exemption issued on 03/17/2015 AI-48732 to Mobile Lactation Consultant, DBA Daly Enterprises, Inc. to include the BAA (Business Associate Addendum) and to remain in effect as a Sole Source while access authorization is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
F.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-76130
Acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services under WA #4 Contract# C-18-142-05-08 for "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Bus Barn", through the current (On-Call) Agreement.(PO#800977).
| Invoice # | Amount |
| 10038767 | 741.00 |
2.
AI-76106
A. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization #2 (with an estimated cost of $9,144.84) as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC to provide engineering services for Vicksburg Facility Renovation and Addition (located in Pct. #4) through "On-Call" Contract No. C-19-251-07-16;
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of Professional Services Agreement [C-19-251-07-16], requesting approval to engage the services of subcontractors (Lainez Architects & Sentinel Research & Consulting) for Vicksburg Facility Renovation and Addition Project.
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of Professional Services Agreement [C-19-251-07-16], requesting approval to engage the services of subcontractors (Lainez Architects & Sentinel Research & Consulting) for Vicksburg Facility Renovation and Addition Project.
G.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-76103
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 Installation of a Drive Thru Window at Vitals & Official Records Building, in order to assist with County actions to facilitate compliance with public health measures addressing the ongoing COVID-19 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 requirement under Tx. L.G.C. 262.024(a)(1)(2) [attached herein];
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement under Tx. L.G.C. 262.024(a)(1)(2) [attached herein];
C. Request by Hidalgo County Clerk through Facilities Management to install a drive thru window at the Vitals & Official Records Building [located at 317 N. Closner/fmr. Robert's Chevrolet] with acceptance and approval of a proposal from Job Order Contractor Centennial [awarded JOC/contract #581-19] in the amount of $15,778.11 through HC membership/participation with Buyboard purchasing cooperative subject to compliance and submittal of form 1295 and required insurances.
H.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-76141
Requesting authority to purchase equipment and enter into an annual service agreement with SWAGIT Productions, LLC, awarded vendor through TIPS Purchasing CO-OP Contract TIPS #190703 in the amount of $165,233.00 for Live Streaming Services of Commissioner's Court, cameras, installation, warranty, archiving, and all of your HC's bandwidth and storage needs for the term covering Aug. 2020-July 2021, subject to 1295 compliance.
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-76125
A. Discussion, consideration, and approval of 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 a Lab Service Interlocal Cooperative Agreement, in order to assist with County Medical and Public Health expenses addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable an necessary for the intended use;
B. Requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement [ILA] between Hidalgo County and University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for Laboratory Services for Coronavirus Disease.
B. Requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement [ILA] between Hidalgo County and University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for Laboratory Services for Coronavirus Disease.
J.
IT Department:
1.
AI-76146
Requesting authority to purchase a "Request Management Software"; including [80] licenses, support service, training, maintenance and any present, future accessories to be used by all four (4) County Precincts and IT Department through our membership/participation with Omnia Partners contract 201811-02 - awarded vendor SHI's authorized reseller Civic Plus in an amount not to exceed $25,309.40 and subject to 1295 and legal's approval.
19.
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-76080
Appointment of member to the Hidalgo County Housing Authority Board by Pct. #3
C.
AI-76128
Discussion and possible action regarding Resolution in support for the nomination of individuals to the Texas Water Development Board's Region 15 Flood Planning Group Members and nomination of Supporting Political Subdivision.
D.
AI-76039
Approval to accept settlement money gram from Jaime N. Ramon in the amount of $446.10 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)
20.
AI-76142
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
21.
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-76054
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
D.
AI-76022
Potential Litigation related to possible causes of action against drug manufacturers and/or distributors of opioids
E.
AI-76072
C-4230-16-G; Blanca Quintanilla and Glendy Hernandez v Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3
F.
AI-76041
Claim of Adrian Pena, Jr.
G.
AI-76044
Claim of David Gonzales
22.
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)
23.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-76055
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency
D.
AI-76023
Potential Litigation related to possible causes of action against drug manufacturers and/or distributors of opioids
E.
AI-76073
C-4230-16-G; Blanca Quintanilla and Glendy Hernandez v Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3
F.
AI-76043
Claim of Adrian Pena, Jr.
G.
AI-76046
Claim of David Gonzales
24.
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
25.
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
26.
Adjourn