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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING August 18, 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: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
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-76939
Discussion, consideration and action regarding the Moody Grant distribution of funds
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-76894
DA's-Border Prosecution Unit Grant (BPU) (1281):
1. Requesting approval for the County Judge to sign the "Public Safety Office-Prohibited Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services and Equipment Certification Form" for the BPU grant.
1. Requesting approval for the County Judge to sign the "Public Safety Office-Prohibited Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services and Equipment Certification Form" for the BPU grant.
B.
AI-76871
DA's Title IV-E (1100):
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)
8.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
AI-76794
Approval to select names for the 2020 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code ยง152.015.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-76911
1. Authorization and approval to purchase through the State of Texas Federal Surplus Program under Chapter 2175.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and Sec 262.024 (9)(C): One (1) Boat in the amount of $700.00 through Requisition No. 419504;
2. Authorization for the Purchasing Department to issue a purchase order and the County Treasurer to issue a check payable to Texas Facilities Commissioner after review, audit, and processing procedures have been completed by the County Auditor.
2. Authorization for the Purchasing Department to issue a purchase order and the County Treasurer to issue a check payable to Texas Facilities Commissioner after review, audit, and processing procedures have been completed by the County Auditor.
B.
AI-76901
Requesting authorization for the County Judge as Authorized Official to sign the Prohibited Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services and Equipment Certification Form for participation in all federal grants.
10.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-76823
Constable Precinct No. 1 - TTBH-Security (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 1 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to Safety & Security Services.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,349.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 1 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to Safety & Security Services.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,349.00 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-76818
Constable Precinct No. 1 - TTBH Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP) (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 1 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP).
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $250,088.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 1 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP).
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $250,088.00 and appropriation of the same.
11.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-76828
Constable Precinct No. 2 - TTBH Justice Involved Individuals (JII) (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 2 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Justice Involved Individuals (JII) program.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,891.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 2 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Justice Involved Individuals (JII) program.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,891.00 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-76826
Constable Precinct No. 2 - TTBH Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP) (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 2 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP).
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $236,471.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 2 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP).
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $236,471.00 and appropriation of the same.
12.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-76839
Constable Precinct No. 4 - TTBH-Security (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to Safety & Security Services.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement and related documents.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,349.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to Safety & Security Services.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement and related documents.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,349.00 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-76840
Constable Precinct No. 4 - TTBH Justice Involved Individuals (JII) (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Justice Involved Individuals (JII) program.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,891.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Justice Involved Individuals (JII) program.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,891.00 and appropriation of the same.
C.
AI-76838
Constable Precinct No. 4 - TTBH Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP) (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP).
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization, for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $169,696.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Mental Health Officer Program (MHOP).
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization, for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $169,696.00 and appropriation of the same.
13.
Constable Pct. #5:
A.
AI-76841
Constable Precinct No. 5 - TTBH Justice Involved Individuals (JII) (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 5 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Justice Involved Individuals (JII) program.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $157,681.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 5 and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the fiscal year 2020 (Sept. 1, 2020 to Aug. 31, 2021) in relation to the Justice Involved Individuals (JII) program.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute the Interlocal Agreement.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $157,681.00 and appropriation of the same.
14.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-76848
1. Submission of 2020 effective and rollback tax rates.
2. Discussion of 2020 planning calendar.
3. Discussion of 2020 tax rates.
4. Record vote on proposed 2020 tax rate and schedule two (2) public hearings if proposed tax rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback rates.
2. Discussion of 2020 planning calendar.
3. Discussion of 2020 tax rates.
4. Record vote on proposed 2020 tax rate and schedule two (2) public hearings if proposed tax rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback rates.
15.
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-76858
1. Discussion and consideration and possible action on the attached E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding for Employers between the County and the Department of Homeland Security.
2. Requesting authority for the County Judge or the County Executive Officer to sign (via electronic signature) the E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on behalf of the County.
2. Requesting authority for the County Judge or the County Executive Officer to sign (via electronic signature) the E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on behalf of the County.
C.
AI-76726
1. Discussion, consideration and possible action on the attached Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse Policy.
2. Discussion, consideration and possible action on the attached General Consent for Limited Queries of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
2. Discussion, consideration and possible action on the attached General Consent for Limited Queries of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
D.
AI-76546
Approval of backpay for employees listed on Exhibit A, effective next full pay period 08/31/2020.
E.
AI-76922
Human Services (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 08/31/2020:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 08/31/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Grade/ Allowance | Proposed Grade/ Allowance | Net Change |
| Delete | 240-005 | 0001 | Coordinator II | 11 | - | ($43,796.00) |
| $0.00 | $0.00 | |||||
| Delete | 240-005 | 0002 | Coordinator I | 09 | - | ($37,548.00) |
| $0.00 | $0.00 | |||||
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 240-001 | 0001 | Division Manager III, Human Services | 18 | 18 | $5,000.00 |
| 240-005 | 0003 | $0.00 | $5,000.00 | |||
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 240-001 | 0033 | Coordinator III, Human Services | 13 | 13 | $5,700.00 |
| 240-005 | 0004 | $0.00 | $5,700.00 | |||
| Total | ($70,644.00) | |||||
F.
AI-76792
Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval to extend the following four (4) temporary full-time positions for 18 weeks beginning 09/01/2020 and ending 12/31/2020:
Approval to extend the following four (4) temporary full-time positions for 18 weeks beginning 09/01/2020 and ending 12/31/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time Position | 121-005 | T178 - T181 | Maintenance I | 03 |
G.
AI-76825
Constable Pct. 3 - Stop Truancy (1285):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 09/01/2020:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 09/01/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Rank |
| Create | 293-005 | 0004 | Deputy Constable | 06 |
H.
AI-76880
CARES Act Relief Fund (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 personnel costs to create five (5) Accountant I positions to assist with County actions to facilitate compliance with public health measures 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.
2. Approval to create five (5) temporary full-time positions, for 18 weeks beginning 08/31/2020 and ending 12/31/2020 (County Auditor's Office):
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 personnel costs to create five (5) Accountant I positions to assist with County actions to facilitate compliance with public health measures 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.
2. Approval to create five (5) temporary full-time positions, for 18 weeks beginning 08/31/2020 and ending 12/31/2020 (County Auditor's Office):
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 115-096 | T034 - T 038 |
Accountant I | Non-Classified |
16.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-76902
1. Requesting approval to accept the Title V Fee for Service Prenatal Medical grant contract # HHS000687600001 in the amount of $98,936.00 for the period of 09/01/2020 to 08/31/2021 and for County Judge to e-sign the same along with related documents.
2. Requesting approval of the certification of revenue in the amount of $98,936.00 and to appropriate the same.
2. Requesting approval of the certification of revenue in the amount of $98,936.00 and to appropriate the same.
B.
AI-76866
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Letter of Agreement Regarding Data Sharing, Use and Publication of Results. The purpose is to collaborate with the World Health Organization regarding the activities and the study on understanding the relation between ZIKA virus infection during pregnancy and adverse fetal, infant and child outcomes.
2. Requesting approval for Eduardo Olivarez, Chief Administrative Officer, to sign the Letter of Agreement on behalf of Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department.
2. Requesting approval for Eduardo Olivarez, Chief Administrative Officer, to sign the Letter of Agreement on behalf of Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department.
17.
WIC:
A.
AI-76889
WIC ADMIN - Program 001-(1292):
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
18.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-76912
CARES Act Relief Fund (1287):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of amendments to the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program guidelines and eligibility criteria.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of amendments to the Hidalgo County COVID Condolence Program guidelines and eligibility criteria.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of amendments to the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program guidelines and eligibility criteria.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of amendments to the Hidalgo County COVID Condolence Program guidelines and eligibility criteria.
B.
AI-76906
Requesting approval of rating engagement with S&P Global Ratings and Moody's Investor Service with authority for the County Executive Officer to sign engagement letter and other related documents for the transactions.
C.
AI-76892
CARES Act Relief Funds (1287):
1. 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 a line item, allotment or allocation, for the Stockpile Facility property for Emergency Management, 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 necessary for the intended use.
2. Requesting approval of Real Estate Sales Contract for the purchase of the SEITZ REAL ESTATE Warehouse (North Edinburg), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue earnest money check to Landtitle Texas in the amount of $1,000.00 after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
1. 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 a line item, allotment or allocation, for the Stockpile Facility property for Emergency Management, 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 necessary for the intended use.
2. Requesting approval of Real Estate Sales Contract for the purchase of the SEITZ REAL ESTATE Warehouse (North Edinburg), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue earnest money check to Landtitle Texas in the amount of $1,000.00 after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
D.
AI-76867
Criminal Auxiliary Court (1100):
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan:
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | Proposed Salary | G/S | Effective Date |
| Lateral Transfer | 045-001 | 0005 | Bailiff II (DC) | G13S01 | $51,084.00 | $52,872.00 | G13S02 | 08/19/2020 |
E.
AI-76814
CARES Act Relief Funds (1287):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the ratification of Amendment to Master Agreement between Hidalgo County and Peoplefund, to be effective August 4, 2020, following recently approved updates to the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program guidelines and eligibility criteria (AI-76700 8/4/20).
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the ratification of Amendment to Master Agreement between Hidalgo County and Peoplefund, to be effective August 4, 2020, following recently approved updates to the Hidalgo County Cares Small Business Grant Program guidelines and eligibility criteria (AI-76700 8/4/20).
F.
AI-76857
CARES Act Relief Funds (1287):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the ratification of necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditures, as listed on Exhibit A, to cover costs not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation 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.
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the ratification of necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditures, as listed on Exhibit A, to cover costs not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation 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.
G.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-76927
General Litigation (1100):
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received for settlement costs in excess of the County's SIR in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received for settlement costs in excess of the County's SIR in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
19.
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-76923
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 a line item, allotment or allocation, for the Lease/Rental of Office Space to accommodate the additional staffing 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 necessary for the intended use.;
B. Requesting exemption for competitive bidding requirement under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(1),(2) and/or (6) as further detailed as attached herein;
C. Acceptance and approval of a short-term Lease/Rental Agreement between Hidalgo County and Astchar, LLC to address additional staffing required to address the COVID-10 public health emergency with a commencement date 09-01-20 for an initial [3,627 sq.ft.] and county's option to rental all square footage available subject to compliance with all statutory and county requirements and legal counsel's final review and approval as to form.
B. Requesting exemption for competitive bidding requirement under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(1),(2) and/or (6) as further detailed as attached herein;
C. Acceptance and approval of a short-term Lease/Rental Agreement between Hidalgo County and Astchar, LLC to address additional staffing required to address the COVID-10 public health emergency with a commencement date 09-01-20 for an initial [3,627 sq.ft.] and county's option to rental all square footage available subject to compliance with all statutory and county requirements and legal counsel's final review and approval as to form.
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-76931
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:
Approval of a clarification to the professional architectural services agreement between Hidalgo County and Rike, Ogden, Figueroa, Allex Architects [ROFA] to reflect the finalized Scope of Work/Services in connection with the remodeling/renovations to two county owned buildings located on corner of Mahl & 10th Streets to house the Emergency Operations and Call Centers and thus replace the original Scope of Work/Services to the document.
Approval of a clarification to the professional architectural services agreement between Hidalgo County and Rike, Ogden, Figueroa, Allex Architects [ROFA] to reflect the finalized Scope of Work/Services in connection with the remodeling/renovations to two county owned buildings located on corner of Mahl & 10th Streets to house the Emergency Operations and Call Centers and thus replace the original Scope of Work/Services to the document.
2.
AI-76937
Emergency Management:
Authorization and approval to purchase through the State of Texas Federal Surplus Program under Chapter 2175.001 of the Texas Local Government Code and Sec. 262.024(9)(C):One (1) Ramp, Mobile Asset # 48-019-7075-22-001 through Requisition #419514- in the amount of $1950.00 including the processing of a Purchase Order and HC Treasurer to issue a check payable to Texas Facilities Commission after the review/audit protocol of the HC Auditor.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-76895
Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Architect, Alvarado Architects & Associates, Inc. [C-17-308-04-17] to include the approximate new square footage [described in document] for the "Sunset Park Operations Facility-Pct.1" Project subject to legal approval and compliance 1295 Form.
2.
AI-76876
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, through Contract No. C-17-309-05-01 for Halff Associates, Inc., to increase cost by $64,090.00 to a revised total of $176,190.00 for the Pct #1 Sunset Park Operations Facility Improvements Project.
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-76935
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 Professional Engineering Services for Lopezville Park Improvement located in Precinct No. 2:
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 Professional Engineering Services for Lopezville Park Improvement located in Precinct No. 2:
| GDJ Engineering | Quintanilla, Headley & Associates | Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. | |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 96 | 94 | 93 |
| Ranking |
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm, _____________________ for professional engineering services for Lopezville Park Improvement Project located in Precinct No. 2.
2.
AI-76903
a. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $844,682.80) as submitted by L&G Engineering, Contract No. C-15-336-09-29 to provide Right of Way Acquisition Services needed for Pct 2-Eldora Road Project (from Jackson to I Road);
b. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering (Article 14), a request for approval by engineer, CC approval to permit the subcontracting of Brighton Group, LLC and Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates, LLC to provide ROW Aquisition & Appraisal Services in connection with C-15-336-09-29, Work Authorization No. 3 for the Pct 2 Eldora Road Project.
b. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering (Article 14), a request for approval by engineer, CC approval to permit the subcontracting of Brighton Group, LLC and Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates, LLC to provide ROW Aquisition & Appraisal Services in connection with C-15-336-09-29, Work Authorization No. 3 for the Pct 2 Eldora Road Project.
E.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-76930
Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of an On-Call Professional Surveying Services agreement (subject to legal counsel's review) with R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC for projects located within Precinct 3, [as approved for negotiations at CC 6/16/20].
F.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-76924
Requesting approval to accept the lowest and best bid meeting all requirements and specifications, and approval of the contract C-20-299-08-18, for "Construction of Storage Facility Mezzanine" between County of Hidalgo Precinct No. 4 and RG Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors (subject to submittal of vendor insurance and legal approval).
2.
AI-76873
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Tx. Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(4), a professional service and Government Code 2254.004, professional services procurement act;
B. Requesting approval of First Amendment to Service Contract for Professional Engineering Services between Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 and Halff Associates, Inc. contract C-19-252-07-16, to extend the termination date to December 31, 2020.
B. Requesting approval of First Amendment to Service Contract for Professional Engineering Services between Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 and Halff Associates, Inc. contract C-19-252-07-16, to extend the termination date to December 31, 2020.
3.
AI-76875
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Tx. Local Government Code, 262.024(a) 4, a professional service and Government Code 2254.004, professional services procurement act;
B. Requesting approval of First Amendment to Service Contract for Professional Engineering Services between Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 and B2Z Engineering, LLC, contract C-19-251-07-16, to extend the termination date to December 31, 2020.
B. Requesting approval of First Amendment to Service Contract for Professional Engineering Services between Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 and B2Z Engineering, LLC, contract C-19-251-07-16, to extend the termination date to December 31, 2020.
G.
IT Department
1.
AI-76885
Discussion and approval of Memo of Understanding [agreement format] between the County of Hidalgo and applicable Cities/ISDs/Public Utility Entities authorizing to use Entity owned assets as part of the COVID-19 public health emergency to establish a WIFI Project to assist the citizens of Hidalgo County with distance learning, including technology improvements, as well as improving telework capability subject to legal counsel's final review/approval as to form with authority for County Judge to sign the same.
H.
WIC
1.
AI-76765
A. Requesting approval of the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and
McAllen Medical Center in Hidalgo County to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program with an option to renewal (4) four consecutive years;
B. Requesting approval of the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and Doctors Hospital at Renaissance (DHR) in Hidalgo County to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program with an option to renewal (4) four consecutive years;
C. Requesting approval of the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and Holy Family Birth Center in Hidalgo County to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program with an automatic renewal for successive one (1) year periods;
D. Requesting approval of the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and Edinburg Regional Medical Center in Hidalgo County to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program with an automatic renewal for successive one (1) year periods.
B. Requesting approval of the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and Doctors Hospital at Renaissance (DHR) in Hidalgo County to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program with an option to renewal (4) four consecutive years;
C. Requesting approval of the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and Holy Family Birth Center in Hidalgo County to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program with an automatic renewal for successive one (1) year periods;
D. Requesting approval of the Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) and Edinburg Regional Medical Center in Hidalgo County to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program with an automatic renewal for successive one (1) year periods.
I.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-76933
A. Discussion, consideration, and approval of a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover costs not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by a line item, allotment or allocation, for the purchase of Ford Transit 250, in order to assist with Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office functions related to Medical and Public Health expenses by transporting severely ill/disabled inmates during the 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 approval to purchase One (1) Ford Transit 250 with ADA diverged prisoner package through distributor Silsbee Ford in the total amount of $55,985.37.
B. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(1)(2), attached herein; and,
C. Requesting approval to purchase One (1) Ford Transit 250 with ADA diverged prisoner package through distributor Silsbee Ford in the total amount of $55,985.37.
20.
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-76882
Appointment/reappointment of Civil Service commission members
C.
AI-76919
1. Discussion, consideration and authorization for County Commissioners David L. Fuentes and Ellie Torres to submit comments to the Texas General Land Office regarding the State of Texas CDBG-DR Action Plan for 2018 South Texas Floods.
2. Discussion, consideration and authorization for County Commissioners David L. Fuentes and Ellie Torres to submit comments to the Texas General Land Office regarding the State of Texas CDBG-DR Action Plan for 2019 Disasters.
3. Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit waiver to Texas General Land Office and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the State of Texas CDBG-DR Action Plan for 2018 SouthTexas Floods.
4. Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit waiver to Texas General Land Office and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the State of Texas CDBG-DR Action Plan for 2019 Disasters.
5. Requesting approval to complete and submit a joint application with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the 2015 Flood State Mitigation Competition to the Texas General Land Office.
6. Requesting approval to complete and submit a joint application with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the 2016 Flood State Mitigation Competition to the Texas General Land Office.
7. Discussion and possible action regarding the nomination of individuals to the General Land Office's CDBG-MIT Citizen Advisory Committee.
2. Discussion, consideration and authorization for County Commissioners David L. Fuentes and Ellie Torres to submit comments to the Texas General Land Office regarding the State of Texas CDBG-DR Action Plan for 2019 Disasters.
3. Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit waiver to Texas General Land Office and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the State of Texas CDBG-DR Action Plan for 2018 SouthTexas Floods.
4. Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit waiver to Texas General Land Office and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regarding the State of Texas CDBG-DR Action Plan for 2019 Disasters.
5. Requesting approval to complete and submit a joint application with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the 2015 Flood State Mitigation Competition to the Texas General Land Office.
6. Requesting approval to complete and submit a joint application with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for the 2016 Flood State Mitigation Competition to the Texas General Land Office.
7. Discussion and possible action regarding the nomination of individuals to the General Land Office's CDBG-MIT Citizen Advisory Committee.
D.
AI-76936
1. Discussion, consideration and action on Border Trade Alliance 2020 membership dues
2. Discussion, consideration and action to pay membership dues for 2020-2021 in the amount of $10,000.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
3. Discussion, consideration and action nominating a member to the Border Trade Alliance Board of Directors and designating a proxy.
2. Discussion, consideration and action to pay membership dues for 2020-2021 in the amount of $10,000.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
3. Discussion, consideration and action nominating a member to the Border Trade Alliance Board of Directors and designating a proxy.
E.
AI-76942
Discussion, consideration and action on County Wide Internship - Everardo Villarreal
21.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
a. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Memorandum(s) of Understanding with County Hospital Systems related to continued mitigation of COVID-19 during the ongoing public health emergency.
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
a. Discussion, consideration and action to approve Memorandum(s) of Understanding with County Hospital Systems related to continued mitigation of COVID-19 during the ongoing public health emergency.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
22.
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.
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
D.
AI-76899
Civil Action No. 7:19-cv-00188; Neal McDonnell v Jennifer Glover, et al
E.
AI-76908
Civil Action No. 7:16-cv-00510; Dora Salia Maldonado et al v. Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr., in his Official Capacities as District Attorney of Hidalgo Co
F.
AI-76863
EEOC No. 451-2019-04078; S.P.O. v Co.
G.
AI-76810
Claim - Family of Jorge Alejandro Gonzalez Zuniga
H.
AI-76883
Claim of Joel Gutierrez, Jr.
23.
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)
24.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency
D.
AI-76900
Civil Action No. 7:19-cv-188; Neal McDonnell v Jennifer Glover, et al
E.
AI-76909
Civil Action No. 7:16-cv-00510; Dora Salia Maldonado et al v. Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr., in his Official Capacities as District Attorney of Hidalgo Co
F.
AI-76864
EEOC No. 451-2019-04078; S.P.O. v Co.
G.
AI-76811
Claim - Family of Jorge Alejandro Gonzalez Zuniga
H.
AI-76884
Claim of Joel Gutierrez, Jr.
25.
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
26.
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
27.
Adjourn