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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING October 6, 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-77693
Approval of Proclamation declaring October 22 as J.A. Gonzalez Day
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-77610
Proclamation declaring October 2020 as Domestic Violence Awareness month.
B.
AI-77601
DA-Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) (1281):
Approval and authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez, as Authorized Official, to sign the Inventory Report Form.
Approval and authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez, as Authorized Official, to sign the Inventory Report Form.
8.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-77629
HIDTA OCDETF (1291):
1. Approval of the FY 2021 Overtime Agreement (Investigation Number SW-TXS-1207) between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $19,180.25.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2021 OCDETF agreement in the amount of $19,180.25 and appropriation of same.
1. Approval of the FY 2021 Overtime Agreement (Investigation Number SW-TXS-1207) between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $19,180.25.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2021 OCDETF agreement in the amount of $19,180.25 and appropriation of same.
B.
AI-77628
HIDTA OCDETF (1291)
1. Approval of FY 2021 Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office/Houston Division office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF grant award in the amount of $10,800.00 and appropriation of same (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1207).
1. Approval of FY 2021 Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office/Houston Division office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF grant award in the amount of $10,800.00 and appropriation of same (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1207).
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-77696
Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy (AT&T, DIR-TSO-3420) presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request form (Data Connect Government) for the following:
Approval of requisition # 420244 for 114 Unlimited FirstNet Data lines @ $37.00 each for Patrol Units.
Approval of requisition # 420244 for 114 Unlimited FirstNet Data lines @ $37.00 each for Patrol Units.
B.
AI-77639
1. Requesting acceptance and approval of purchase of plaques for employee recognition for years of service with the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of public purpose purchase of challenge coins in recognition of Hidalgo County Adult Detention Officers.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of public purpose purchase of challenge coins in recognition of Hidalgo County Adult Detention Officers.
10.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-77598
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Manuel Garcia & Tina Martinez as a Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance withTexas Local Goverment Code Section 86.011.
11.
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-77662
Constable Pct. 5 (1100):
Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 10/13/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows:
Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position, effective 10/13/2020 thru 12/31/2020 as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Rank |
| Create | 295-001 | T008 | Deputy Constable | 06 |
12.
County Judge - Emergency Management:
A.
AI-77694
Authorization to submit a grant proposal to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in the amount of $25,000 for the purchase of an All-Terrain vehicle to assist in emergency situations.
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-77633
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services;
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Professional Engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 Sullivan City Street Improvement funds.
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Engineering Service for an Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 Sullivan City Street Improvement funds.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Professional Engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 Sullivan City Street Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| CSJ Group | 91.33 % | |
| M2 Engineering | 90.33 % | |
| MEG Engineering | 84.00 % |
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Engineering Service for an Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 Sullivan City Street Improvement funds.
B.
AI-77608
Requesting approval of Resolution for designation and authorizing bonded signatories regarding the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) and Hidalgo County Urban County Program (UCP) 2020 Emergency Services – Help for Colonias (E-SHC) Contract #7219133.
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-77658
To inform Commissioner's Court of the automatic renewal of one year term under the same terms and conditions of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between County of Hidalgo and the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for use of the San Carlos Community Center.
15.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-77651
Discussion, consideration and possible action to amend the 2020 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Service Delivery Plan for program year of 2020.
B.
AI-77632
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the renewal notice of funding opportunity for the Americorps Senior Programs: Senior Companions Program (SCP) Grant:18SCWTX003 and the Foster Grandparents Program (FGP) Grant: 18SFWTX002 for program year 2021.
16.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-77661
1. Discussion on Election Updates
2. Approval of the November 2020 General Election Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities for their elections to be held on November 3, 2020.
a. La Villa Independent School District
b. Mercedes Independent School District
3. Discussion, consideration and action to approve agreement with Bert Ogden Arena for poll worker training and for use as a polling location on Election Day, with authority for Yvonne Ramon, Elections Administrator, to execute same.
2. Approval of the November 2020 General Election Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities for their elections to be held on November 3, 2020.
a. La Villa Independent School District
b. Mercedes Independent School District
3. Discussion, consideration and action to approve agreement with Bert Ogden Arena for poll worker training and for use as a polling location on Election Day, with authority for Yvonne Ramon, Elections Administrator, to execute same.
B.
AI-77660
Elections Dept-Center for Technology & Civic Life (CTCL) (1283):
1. Approval to accept grant award received from the Center for Technology & Civic Life (CTCL) for FY 2020 (period of June 15, 2020-December 31, 2020) in the amount of $1,114,000.00.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $1,114,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval to create ten (10) full-time temporary positions, effective 10/06/2020 thru 12/31/2020 with authority to waive hiring and posting procedures:
1. Approval to accept grant award received from the Center for Technology & Civic Life (CTCL) for FY 2020 (period of June 15, 2020-December 31, 2020) in the amount of $1,114,000.00.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $1,114,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval to create ten (10) full-time temporary positions, effective 10/06/2020 thru 12/31/2020 with authority to waive hiring and posting procedures:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 130-028 | T001 - T010 | Clerk I | 01 |
17.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-77600
Resolution in honor of Dr. Richard Rivera for 53 years of service
B.
AI-77653
1. Public Notice is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a Public Hearing regarding Hidalgo County's Applications for General Land Office CDBG-MIT 2015 AND 2016 Floods State Mitigation Competitions.
2. Presentation regarding Hidalgo County's Applications for General Land Office CDBG-MIT 2015 and 2016 Floods State Mitigation Competitions.
2. Presentation regarding Hidalgo County's Applications for General Land Office CDBG-MIT 2015 and 2016 Floods State Mitigation Competitions.
C.
AI-77645
Pct. 1 is requesting authorization and approval to:
1. Change the names of two public streets within High Land subdivision, for LRGVDC 911 purposes:
A) Central Court to Hanzel Street
B) Central Lane to Highland Street
2. To name a private road "Turner SR (service road)" for LRGVDC 911 purposes.
3.To clarify a county road name as "Uncle Peters road" from 1st street in La Villa, Texas to Jaritas Road, for LRGVDC 911 purposes.
4. For Title Reports/Title Commitments, Title Policies, Appraisals, Review Appraisals, and acquisition of land for Nittler Road Bridge replacement project ( CSJ #0921-02-445 and CSJ #0921-02-446 ).
1. Change the names of two public streets within High Land subdivision, for LRGVDC 911 purposes:
A) Central Court to Hanzel Street
B) Central Lane to Highland Street
2. To name a private road "Turner SR (service road)" for LRGVDC 911 purposes.
3.To clarify a county road name as "Uncle Peters road" from 1st street in La Villa, Texas to Jaritas Road, for LRGVDC 911 purposes.
4. For Title Reports/Title Commitments, Title Policies, Appraisals, Review Appraisals, and acquisition of land for Nittler Road Bridge replacement project ( CSJ #0921-02-445 and CSJ #0921-02-446 ).
18.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-77688
Requesting Approval of Right of Entry License and Indemnification Agreement from Calpine, LLC by and through its authorized representative L&G Engineering with authoriziation for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 to execute as it relates to the (FM 1925) project.
19.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-77634
CARES Act Relief Funds (1287):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the Amendment to Master Agreement between Hidalgo County and Peoplefund to include modifications to Exhibit A (Scope of Work).
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the Amendment to Master Agreement between Hidalgo County and Peoplefund to include modifications to Exhibit A (Scope of Work).
B.
AI-77631
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.
C.
AI-77646
District Attorney-TTBH AOT Program (1281):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office, and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the extended period of October 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021 for FY 2019 in relation to the continuation of the Assistive Outpatient Treatment Program (AOT) with authority for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $8,333.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office, and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) for the extended period of October 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021 for FY 2019 in relation to the continuation of the Assistive Outpatient Treatment Program (AOT) with authority for County Judge, as Authorized Official, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $8,333.00 and appropriation of the same.
D.
AI-77604
Crim DA (1100)/ VCLG (1281)
Approval of corrections to the 2020 Adopted Salary Schedule effective January 1, 2020:
Approval of corrections to the 2020 Adopted Salary Schedule effective January 1, 2020:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||||
| Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | Obj. | G/S | Adopted Salary | G/S | Corrected Salary | ||||
| 080-002 | 0126 | Coordinator II, Victims Assistance | 113 | 11/02 | $1,343.00 | 11/03 | $4,117.00 | ||||
| 080-011 | 0001 | $44,774.00 | $42,000.00 | ||||||||
E.
AI-77611
Facilities Management (1100):
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective 09/28/2020:
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective 09/28/2020:
| FROM | TO | ||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Budgeted Salary |
| Promotion | 220-001 | 0025 | Custodian II | 03/05 | $27,152.00 | 03/06 | $28,102.00 |
F.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-77638
A. Countywide Records Management Fund (1238):
Approval of deobligation of funds for the Countywide Records Management Fund (1238) in the amount of $146.01 to fund negative Unassigned Fund Balance.
B. Court Reporter Services Fund (1239):
Approval of deobligation of funds for the Court Reporter Services Fund (1239) in the amount of $70.53 to fund negative Unassigned Fund Balance.
Approval of deobligation of funds for the Countywide Records Management Fund (1238) in the amount of $146.01 to fund negative Unassigned Fund Balance.
B. Court Reporter Services Fund (1239):
Approval of deobligation of funds for the Court Reporter Services Fund (1239) in the amount of $70.53 to fund negative Unassigned Fund Balance.
20.
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-77641
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 Hidalgo County in order to assist with County functions and compliance with public health measures related to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency with establishing a WIFI Project to assist the citizens with distance learning, including technology improvements, as well as improving telework capability; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing herein find that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.";
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding/procurement requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(1) and (2) attached herein;
C. Acceptance and approval of a Change Request Form [Change Order] between Hidalgo County and Insight for the installation of poles in connection with the HC WIFI Project including the authority to process a Purchase Order [or approve a PO Increase if applicable] and disclosure by vendor that no signature is required for this form.
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding/procurement requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(1) and (2) attached herein;
C. Acceptance and approval of a Change Request Form [Change Order] between Hidalgo County and Insight for the installation of poles in connection with the HC WIFI Project including the authority to process a Purchase Order [or approve a PO Increase if applicable] and disclosure by vendor that no signature is required for this form.
2.
AI-77648
Requesting approval to reject sole response received as
Non-responsive/
Incomplete for the project titled: Bulk Gasoline & On-Off way Diesel Fuel & Other Related Products with approval of revised/modified specifications and bid page subject to HC/DC/Civil final review as to legal form.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-77669
A. Pursuant to Tx.L.G.C. 263.151 (1), authority to declare as "Salvage" the property located at 1711 N. Bridge Avenue, Weslaco, Texas (known as the HC Juvenile Youth Village) as the current state of the structures/buildings pose a hazard to staff and visitors and renovations are cost-prohibitive;
B. Pursuant to Tx.L.G.C. 263.152 approve the destruction of the structures/buildings and proceed with awarded demolition [CC 09-29-20 Camacho Demolition] of the structures/buildings located at 1711 No. Bridge Avenue, Weslaco, Tx;
C. Pursuant to Tx.L.G.C. 263.151 (2) & 152 (a)(3)(A)(B) action to declare surplus/salvage plaque [(as indicated in engineer drawings); and, donated it to the City of Weslaco Museum.
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-77686
A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of the firms submitting responses to HC project specific RFQ/P No. 2020-164-08-19-RFV for Professional Engineering Services for Inspection, Material Testing and Construction Management for the Mile 3 N Road Project (From FM 492 (Goodwin Rd) to Tom Gill Rd) in Hidalgo County Pct. No.3:
| B2Z Engineering, LLC | GDJ Engineering, LLC | Coastline Civil & Railing Engineering | |
| Evaluator No.1 | 98 | 94 | 96 |
| Evaluator No.2 | 99 | 91 | 95 |
| Evaluator No.3 | 97 | 90 | 95 |
| Total | 294 | 275 | 286 |
| Rank |
B. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No.1 ranked firm of __________________________ for Precinct No.3 - Mile 3 N Road Project (From FM 492 (Goodwin Rd) to Tom Gill Rd).
2.
AI-77654
Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet [subject to TXDOT's written notice of release of federal funding prior to distribution of packets to interested vendors/parties which may prompt the changing of applicable dates] for: Mile 3 N. Road Project (from Tom Gill to FM 492) in Hidalgo County Precinct 3, RFB No. 2020-294-11-04-RFV, including re-advertisement of project when/if necessary or required.
D.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-77668
A. Requesting approval of First Amendment to service contract between Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 and DICE Productions [Contract C-20-090-05-1], to extend the termination date to January 31, 2021;
B. Ratification of an event held on Friday October 1, 2020 in connection with Movies at the Park under terms and conditions permitting the "postponement and rescheduling" of same.
B. Ratification of an event held on Friday October 1, 2020 in connection with Movies at the Park under terms and conditions permitting the "postponement and rescheduling" of same.
E.
Elections Department
1.
AI-77627
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve necessary Help America Vote Act, aka, HAVA Cares Act Relief Funds expenditures 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 Elections Department to obtain necessary technology, equipment and related items required as a function of government and of the County's efforts in mitigating the on-going COVID-19, the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditures are reasonable and necessary for the intended use";
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens.
C. Requesting approval to purchase WVK Cellular Laptops with windows 10 and Votec Software used for elections purpose, from Votec Corporation for a total of $84,000.00, for the upcoming presidential election. (Req# 00421544)
D. Requesting approval to purchase Security Cameras from Mood, 3 quotes were requested, Mood was the lowest bid for a total of $12,138.00. (Req# 00418471)
E. Requesting approval to purchase Access Control System from Mood, 3 quotes were requested, Mood was the lowest bid for a total of $21,516.36. (Req# 00420454)
C. Requesting approval to purchase WVK Cellular Laptops with windows 10 and Votec Software used for elections purpose, from Votec Corporation for a total of $84,000.00, for the upcoming presidential election. (Req# 00421544)
D. Requesting approval to purchase Security Cameras from Mood, 3 quotes were requested, Mood was the lowest bid for a total of $12,138.00. (Req# 00418471)
E. Requesting approval to purchase Access Control System from Mood, 3 quotes were requested, Mood was the lowest bid for a total of $21,516.36. (Req# 00420454)
F.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-77665
Presentation of multiple bids received herein [meeting all specifications and/or requirements] for the purpose of multiple award and approval of contracts for the Request for Bids titled: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office-"Commissary Supplies for Hidalgo County Adult Detention Center Facility-Jail" through RFB No. 2020-231-09-02-JJR.
G.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-77683
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 [Health Department Modular Units repair], in order to assist with County medical expenses addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use";
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
C.Requesting approval to accept proposal from Herrcon in the amount of $55,876.45 through our membership participation with Buyboard contract 581-19 for the Remodel and Repair of a county-owned Modular Building in connection with the repair services for the Hidalgo County Health Department and subject to complete review and verification of all line items and pricing prior to requisition and purchase order protocol.
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
C.Requesting approval to accept proposal from Herrcon in the amount of $55,876.45 through our membership participation with Buyboard contract 581-19 for the Remodel and Repair of a county-owned Modular Building in connection with the repair services for the Hidalgo County Health Department and subject to complete review and verification of all line items and pricing prior to requisition and purchase order protocol.
21.
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-77637
CARES Act Relief Fund Expenditure - Seitz Real Estate Stockpile Facility:
1. Ratification of Amendment to approved Real Estate Sales Contract extending the closing date.
2. Authority for County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the closing documents of such real property acquisition.
3. Authority for County Treasurer to issue payment via wire transfer after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
1. Ratification of Amendment to approved Real Estate Sales Contract extending the closing date.
2. Authority for County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the closing documents of such real property acquisition.
3. Authority for County Treasurer to issue payment via wire transfer after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
22.
AI-77673
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
a. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Edinburg Boys and Girls Club
b. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with McAllen Boys and Girls Club
c. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mission Boys and Girls Club
d. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pharr Boys and Girls Club
e. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with San Juan Boys and Girls Club
f. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Weslaco Boys and Girls Club
g. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Amigos Del Valle
h. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) with Weslaco ISD
i. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) with Mission ISD
j. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) with Monte Alto ISD
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. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Edinburg Boys and Girls Club
b. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with McAllen Boys and Girls Club
c. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Mission Boys and Girls Club
d. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pharr Boys and Girls Club
e. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with San Juan Boys and Girls Club
f. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Weslaco Boys and Girls Club
g. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Amigos Del Valle
h. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) with Weslaco ISD
i. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) with Mission ISD
j. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) with Monte Alto ISD
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
23.
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-77691
Request by International Bank of Commerce (IBC) - Property Tax Accounts
E.
AI-77697
County of Hidalgo vs Maria Teresa Ramirez & Juan David Ramirez (SC-20-0097-J21)
F.
AI-77614
Claim of Robert Sanchez
24.
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)
25.
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-77692
Request by International Bank of Commerce (IBC) - Property Tax Accounts
E.
AI-77698
County of Hidalgo vs Maria Teresa Ramirez & Juan David Ramirez (SC-20-0097-J21)
F.
AI-77615
Claim of Robert Sanchez
26.
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
27.
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
28.
Adjourn