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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
October 20, 2020
10:00 A.M.
                                          

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.
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-77846
DA-Forensic Evidence Testing Grant (FET) (1281):
Requesting approval to submit a Programmatic Adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) for the Forensic Evidence Testing Grant #3932801.
 
7.
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-77879
Sheriff's Office-JLEO-DEA OCDETF (1284):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2020 U.S. Department of Justice Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) overtime agreement in the amount of $5,000.00 (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1193).
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 2020 OCDETF overtime agreement in the amount of $5,000.00 and appropriation of same.
 
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
 
B.
AI-77845
Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 10/26/2020 and for 2021:
Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 140-001 0208 Auto Theft Fraud Unit Monitor I 10
Create 140-001 0240 Administrative Assistant IV 10
 
9.
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-77839
 "Subject to compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable" (Pending Final Legal Review). The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:
 
1.   (2) Units in the Countywide area and (1) unit in the City of Edcouch in the total contract amount of $224,700.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors
 
2.   (1) Unit in the City of Donna and (1) unit in the City of Alamo in the total contract amount of $149,000.00 to A-One Insulation.
 
10.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-77851
Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Mercedes and County of Hidalgo, Texas.  The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within City of Mercedes jurisdicition as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein.  
 
B.
AI-77873
Discussion, consideration and approval to secure services through Curative Inc. for free COVID-19 oral swab testing within Hidalgo County.  
 
C.
AI-77853
Requesting approval to submit revalidation applications for the Texas Medicaid and Healthcare Partnership for the purpose of billing healthcare services covered by Texas Medicaid and requesting authorization for Eduardo Olivarez, Chief Administrative Officer, to sign the application documents.  
 
11.
Elections Administration:
 
A.
AI-77850
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. City of Weslaco
b. Donna Independent School District
c. Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District
d. Hidalgo Independent School District
e. Mission Consolidated Independent School District
f.  Monte Alto Independent School District
g. Weslaco Independent School District
 
12.
Head Start Program:
 
A.
AI-77825
Discussion/Approval of One Community Representative by Each Member of the Commissioners' Court to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for a One Year Term According to 45CFR (1301.3(d)(3))
 
13.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A.
AI-77893
Proclamation declaring October as Dwarfism Awareness Month.
 
B.
AI-77901
Proclamation declaring October as Disability Employment Awareness Month.
 
C.
AI-77898
Requesting approval of a Worksite Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Workforce Solutions to allow Jose Ibarra Murillo to work part time at Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for 12 weeks as part of the Texas Workforce Commission Vocational Rehabilitation Services Program.
 
14.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
 
A.
AI-77840
1.  Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of Alton to assist one another in overlaying road sections described in Exhibit "A": N. Inspiration Road (500 LF), Mile 6 Road (5300 LF), N. Trosper Blvd. (5280 LF), and South Stewart Blvd. (460 LF).  

2.  In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.014, Hidalgo County, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project. County and City desire to assist each other in projects to be defined by mutual agreement through an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) agreeing to assist each other with equipment, materials, and manpower.
 
B.
AI-77827
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase a tract of land known as Parcels 13 and 38 associated with Liberty Road PH II Project from Mile 3 to FM 2221 (ROW CSJ:0865-01-111) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.
 
15.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-77821
Status update on Hidalgo County Wellness Program
 
B.
AI-77841
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.
 
C.
AI-77844
New Courthouse (1100):
Approval of change in assignment/designation of funds in 2020 from the Pct 1 Sunset Operations Facility (121-237) in the amount of $1,200,000 to the New Courthouse (program 125-035) and interdepartmental transfer of the same.
 
D.
AI-77847
TxDOT Pct. 4 N Alamo Rd (1315):
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from CO2016 into Pct.4 TxDOT project N Alamo Rd in the amount of $13,772.27 for project expenditures.
 
E.
AI-77891
Criminal DA(1100) / DA CCP59 (1223):
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective 10/19/2020 and for 2021:
FROM TO
Action Dept/Prg Slot Position Title G/S Budgeted Salary G/S Proposed Salary
Step Adjustment 080-002 0103 Legal Assistant I 06/01 $29,807.00 06/04 $33,048.00
080-007
(Delete)
0147
 
F.
Budget Appropriations:
 
1.
AI-77842
Approval of 2020 estimated revenues and appropriation/interfund transfer in the amount of $33,570,471.70 for bond proceeds, bond premium, and issuance costs received for Certificate of Obligation, Series 2020.
 
16.
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.
Hidalgo County
 
1.
AI-77882
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 "COVID-19 Media/Strategy Campaign through various media platforms', in order to assist with County actions to facilitate compliance with public health measures  and with provisions of economic support  in connection with 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 from competitive bidding requirement under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity; (2) an item necessary to preserve the protect the public health and safety of the citizens of the county;

C.  Requesting authority to enter into a contracts with Telemundo and Univision [with effective date of 10/12/2020-12/31/2020] for advertisement services with authority for county judge or assignee to execute required documents subject to compliance with Forms1295 and SAM.gov.
 
2.
AI-77889
A.  "Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the purchase of  Roll Off & Grapple Trucks in order to assist with County Precinct Functions related to public health measures addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, attached herein, finds that such expenditure is 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   Authority to proceed with the procurement of Roll Off and Grapple Trucks, Canisters/Containers and other related accessories or related items/attachments/components as requested by each HC Precinct.
 
 
3.
AI-77803
A.  Request approval to declare as "Surplus" the items listed in Exhibit "A" [court awarded vehicles and fleet] for the purpose of sale through webcast online auction scheduled for 11-21-2020 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 263.152(a)(1);   AND, in the event "NO BIDS" received;  

B.  Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.151(1) and/or 263.152(a)(3), Commissioners Court proceed to:'...order any of the property to be destroyed or otherwise disposed of as worthless in as much as the sale of said items CC undertook to sell (under Subsection (1) at auction on 11-21-2020 resulted in no bids were received;

C. Request authorization to publish advertisement for the auction of surplus items scheduled for 11-21-2020.
 
4.
AI-77856
Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet[specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement, etc.] as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County [all funding sources] for the project titled:
"SS-1 Emulsified Asphalt and Delivery Services"-RFB No.: 2020-352-10-20-JAG, including the re-advertisement of project if/when necessary/required.
 
5.
AI-77838
Requesting Commissioners Court action to establish/set the following "Fiscal Year End" deadlines for the submission of requisitions for all goods and/or services:
  • November 13, 2020 for all major purchases (i.e. vehicles, furniture, equipment, etc.); and
  • November 25, 2020 for all minor (day to day) purchases (i.e. supplies)
with all goods and/or services requested ordered, received/rendered, and invoiced on or before December 31, 2020 for General Fund and all other applicable funding sources with limited exceptions: i.e. Sheriff's Dept. and Food Purchases
 
B.
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-77804
Requesting authority to purchase from Game Time c/o Total Recreation Products, Inc. an authorized reseller awarded vendor through OMNIA Cooperative Purchasing Program contract # 2017001134  in the amount of $154,878.41 for Precinct 1 subject to compliance with Form 1295.
 
2.
AI-77865
A.  Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, the City of Alamo, and Urban County (CDBG) for a full reconstruction of Crockett Ave. from (Tower Rd. to Border Rd.);

B.  In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a  road improvement project to a portion of Crockett Ave. from (Tower Rd. to Border Rd.) 
 
C.
Pct. 3
 
1.
AI-77855
A.  Pursuant to HC's current Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy, requesting approval of final negotiated professional services agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC in connection with professional engineering services for Precinct No. 3's Mile 3 North Road Project (from FM 492 (Goodwin Rd) to Tom Gill Rd) and subject to final TxDOT approval & as to legal form;

B.  Pursuant to HC's current Exiting Elected Official Expenditure Policy, approval of Professional Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC  requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $1,339,474.95 for professional engineering services for Precinct No. 3's - Mile 3 North Road Project (From FM 492 (Goodwin Rd) to Tom Gill Rd).
 
2.
AI-77876
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 to current contract [C-15-427-12-15] with L&G Consulting Engineers, professional services for "FM 676 (Mile 5) from SH (Conway) to Taylor Road" for Precinct 3, to amend "Exhibit B - Services to be provided by the Engineer" and "Exhibit D-1 - Project Estimated Fee Schedule".
 
D.
Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-77858
A. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioners' Court for the proposals received in connection to the Request for Competitive Sealed Proposals for Hidalgo County Precinct 4 - RFCSP 2020-298-09-16-HGO - Construction of New Mechanic's Shop;

B. Requesting authority for Purchasing Department to commence negotiations with the number one ranked firm, _______________________________________.
 
2.
AI-77834
Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 [extending the expiration date], for Contract No. C-19-276-10-22 with SDI Engineering for the Linn-San Manuel Veteran's Park project.
 
E.
IT Department:
 
1.
AI-77905
A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code. 262.024(a)(7)(C) an item that only be obtained from one source;

B. Approval of a Sole Source Declaration for Spectrum, fka, Time Warner Cable for the provision of all PRI circuits and related services for Hidalgo County Elected Offices, Departments, Programs and/or Agencies (all funding sources);

C. Requesting  authority to enter into a 12 month service agreement with Spectrum Enterprise in the amount of $750 a month for the additional circuits.
 
F.
Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1.
AI-77877
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the purchase antibacterial hand sanitizer in order to assist with County medical expenses addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, attached herein finds that such expenditure is 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 authority to purchase antibacterial hand sanitizer from Promo Universal LLC, under Buyboard awarded contract number 588-19, with a total cost of $ 77,220.00
 
G.
Budget & Management
 
1.
AI-77837
A.  Requesting approval of First Amendment to Service Contract with Eligibility Tracking Calculators, LLC [Contract C-18-140-07-03], to change the name of the Consultant from Eligibility Tracking Calculators, LLC to ETC Lite, LLC due to dissolving of the inital company (ownership stays the same);

B.  Requesting approval of ratification of services provided to the County as ETC Lite, LLC shall no longer provide Eligibility Tracking Services and Section 1 of Exhibit "B" shall be deleted in its entirety with all terms and conditions of the contract, as amended, remain the same.
 
H.
Sheriff's Office
 
1.
AI-77854
Presentation of qualified responsible vendor Waukesha Pearce Industries, LLC [meeting all specifications and requirements as set forth and approved by CC and included in the procurement packet] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for RFB titled: Hidalgo County - "Generator Maintenance Service & Repairs at Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Facilities" through project No. 2020-222-09-30-HAG. 
 
I.
District Attorney:
 
1.
AI-77878
A.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement, TxLGC 262.024(a)(1) an item that must be purchased in a case of public calamity if necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens or to preserve the property of the county, (2) an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the county and  7(A)(B);

B.  Authority to purchase proprietary data/information, mortuary supplies, equipment, software from Autopsy Services and Expert Testimony, P.L.L.C., in the amount of $38,600.00 subject to the HC established and approved Requisition and Purchase Order protocol.

 
 
 
17.
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
 
B.
AI-77823
Presentation of 2020 Hidalgo County Library System (HCLS) Report - Kate P. Horan
 
C.
AI-77835
Domestic Relations Office (1100):
Approval to set fees and adopt the Domestic Relations Office (DRO) Fee Schedule for services rendered in accordance with Texas Family Code ยง203.005(a).
 
D.
AI-77843
Approval to accept settlement check from Fred Loya Insurance Agency in the amount of $8,956.30 to settle damages to County solar light pole. (Precinct 2) 
 
E.
AI-77872
Approval of 2021 Holiday Schedule
 
18.
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
 
19.
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:
 
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-77902
EEOC Charge No. 451-2020-03315
 
20.
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)
 
21.
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-77903
EEOC Charge No. 451-2020-03315
 
22.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
23.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
24.
Adjourn