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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING November 24, 2020 2:00 P.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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.
Forensic Center:
A.
AI-78340
Approval and authorization to set up a collection site at the Hidalgo County Forensic Center
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-78435
Requesting Commissioners Court's approval, pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, Section (i), for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to purchase consumable items and imprint the Sheriff's Office logo on said items, to purchase picture frames and portraits (to identify/display Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Staff at facility) which will serve a public purpose, through our educational/instructional and training programs. Items are introduced through these programs, while promoting our educational message, helping to interact with participants, thereby instilling, strengthening, and reinforcing our partnership and commitment to the citizens of Hidalgo County.
All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
B.
AI-78354
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoice as submitted by Celso Gonzalez Construction, Inc. for construction of bus barn for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office through the current Agreement Contract# C-19-267-06-02 (PO #819948).
| Payment Application | Amount |
| #2 | $38,675.43 |
C.
AI-78406
Approval to deobligate funds from the Unites States Marshal Service (USMS) Joint Law Enforcement Operations Task Force for fiscal year 2020 in the amount of $1.60 to reflect correct amount in overtime funds.
8.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-78331
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Raquel V. Ramos, as Reserve Deputy Constable, by Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Pct 3., in accordance to the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
9.
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-78344
Approval of the appointment of interns from UT-RGV to participate (virtual) in the WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of December 3, 2020 through June 10, 2021.
C.
AI-78265
Information Technology (1100):
Approval to award discretionary step 2 to employee hired under slot no.200-001-0027, CIJS Support Technician after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period 12/07/2020.
Approval to award discretionary step 2 to employee hired under slot no.200-001-0027, CIJS Support Technician after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period 12/07/2020.
D.
AI-78421
Pct. 1 Administration (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval and in 2021:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval and in 2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 121-004 | 0008 | Clerk IV | 07 |
| Create | 121-004 | 0037 | Contract Specialist I | 09 |
E.
AI-78428
Health Department - COVID (1293):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
2. Approval to add to the (CCP) Classified Positions List to include the new position: COVID-19 Public Health Specialist I (Grade 09).
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-076 | 0025 | COVID-19 Public Health Specialist I | 09 |
| Create | 340-076 | 0026 | COVID-19 Public Health Specialist I | 09 |
| Create | 340-076 | 0027 | COVID-19 Public Health Specialist I | 09 |
| Create | 340-076 | 0028 | COVID-19 Public Health Specialist I | 09 |
2. Approval to add to the (CCP) Classified Positions List to include the new position: COVID-19 Public Health Specialist I (Grade 09).
10.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-78256
DWI Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 DWI Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $146,429.99 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 DWI Court Grant in the amount of $146,429.99 and appropriation of the same.
Veterans Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Veterans Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $95,627.00 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as approved by the County Auditor's Office for the FY 2021 Veterans Court Grant in the amount of $95,627.00 and appropriation of the same.
MDWI Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Misdemeanor DWI Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $181,927.08 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 MDWI Court Grant in the amount of $181,927.08 and appropriation of the same.
Mental Health Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Mental Health Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $258,096.44 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 Mental Health Court Grant in the amount of $258,096.44 and appropriation of the same.
HC Youthful Offender Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 HC Youthful Offender Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $160,035.02 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 HC Youthful Offender Court Grant in the amount of $160,035.02 and appropriation of the same.
Domestic Violence Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $143,480.24 for the grant period of 10/1/2020 thru 9/30/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Court Grant in the amount of $143,480.24 and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 DWI Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $146,429.99 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 DWI Court Grant in the amount of $146,429.99 and appropriation of the same.
Veterans Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Veterans Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $95,627.00 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as approved by the County Auditor's Office for the FY 2021 Veterans Court Grant in the amount of $95,627.00 and appropriation of the same.
MDWI Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Misdemeanor DWI Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $181,927.08 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 MDWI Court Grant in the amount of $181,927.08 and appropriation of the same.
Mental Health Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Mental Health Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $258,096.44 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 Mental Health Court Grant in the amount of $258,096.44 and appropriation of the same.
HC Youthful Offender Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 HC Youthful Offender Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $160,035.02 for the grant period of 9/1/2020 thru 8/31/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 HC Youthful Offender Court Grant in the amount of $160,035.02 and appropriation of the same.
Domestic Violence Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $143,480.24 for the grant period of 10/1/2020 thru 9/30/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Court Grant in the amount of $143,480.24 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-78368
RSAT Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 RSAT grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $210,558.55 with a department cash match of $105,086.47 for a total project cost of $315,645.02 for the grant period of 10/1/2020 thru 9/30/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, in the amount of $210,558.55 as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 RSAT Grant and appropriation of funds in the total amount of $315,645.02.
1. Approval to accept the FY 2021 RSAT grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $210,558.55 with a department cash match of $105,086.47 for a total project cost of $315,645.02 for the grant period of 10/1/2020 thru 9/30/2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, in the amount of $210,558.55 as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 RSAT Grant and appropriation of funds in the total amount of $315,645.02.
11.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-78405
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP):
1. Approval to accept the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Total project cost is $173,570.00 of which $130,177.50 (75%) is the federal share awarded for this project and $43,392.50 (25%) is the local match. This grant was awarded by the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) through the State of Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM).
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor and appropriation of funds.
3. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
1. Approval to accept the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Total project cost is $173,570.00 of which $130,177.50 (75%) is the federal share awarded for this project and $43,392.50 (25%) is the local match. This grant was awarded by the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) through the State of Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM).
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor and appropriation of funds.
3. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
12.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-78396
1. Discussion on Election Updates.
2. Requesting permission for the Hidalgo County Elections Department to close to the public from Dec. 21, 2020 through Jan. 1, 2021, for essential time needed to complete post-election procedures, complete move, and the need to utilize necessary leave that is over the maximum hours allowed to carry over to the next year.
2. Requesting permission for the Hidalgo County Elections Department to close to the public from Dec. 21, 2020 through Jan. 1, 2021, for essential time needed to complete post-election procedures, complete move, and the need to utilize necessary leave that is over the maximum hours allowed to carry over to the next year.
13.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-78440
1.
PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT
a. Applicant: Hidalgo County Irrigation No. 2
Proposed: One 12" PVC irrigation line crossing Tower Road via open cut approximately 15.00 feet south of Dicker Road. (Pct. 2)
a. Applicant: Hidalgo County Irrigation No. 2
Proposed: One 12" PVC irrigation line crossing Tower Road via open cut approximately 15.00 feet south of Dicker Road. (Pct. 2)
B.
AI-78356
1.
Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Big Dawg Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Andy Santos) (Bentsen Palm Drive & Mile 3 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Bentsen Palm Drive road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Coporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Bentsen Palm Drive is paved.
2. Preliminary Approval
a. MMN#1 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Marcos De Los Santos) (Mile 4 ½ West Road & Olivarez Street)
No. of Lots: 7 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:3
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention areas and by re-grading Olivarez Street road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 ½ West Road and Olivarez Street to be paved.
b. Viridian Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DII Investments, LLC.) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 30 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Estimated Number of Streetlights: 13
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 West Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Camou Commercial Subdivision- Pct. 3 (CIL Fresh Properties, LLC.) (Minnesota Road & 3 Mile Line)
No. of Lots: 4 Commercial
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention areas discharging onto a TXDot system.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by AguaSUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road and F.M. 1924 are paved.
*Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $36,627.58 for (3) OSSF'S, (3) Hydrants & (2) shared driveways.
4. Final Approval
a. Lockheart Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Juan Raul Palomares Jr.) (Martin Morales Road & Orlando Tijerina Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Martin Morales Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Martin Morales Road is paved.
a. Big Dawg Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Andy Santos) (Bentsen Palm Drive & Mile 3 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Bentsen Palm Drive road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Coporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Bentsen Palm Drive is paved.
2. Preliminary Approval
a. MMN#1 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Marcos De Los Santos) (Mile 4 ½ West Road & Olivarez Street)
No. of Lots: 7 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:3
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention areas and by re-grading Olivarez Street road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 ½ West Road and Olivarez Street to be paved.
b. Viridian Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DII Investments, LLC.) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 30 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Estimated Number of Streetlights: 13
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 West Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Camou Commercial Subdivision- Pct. 3 (CIL Fresh Properties, LLC.) (Minnesota Road & 3 Mile Line)
No. of Lots: 4 Commercial
Flood Zone:C
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention areas discharging onto a TXDot system.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by AguaSUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road and F.M. 1924 are paved.
*Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $36,627.58 for (3) OSSF'S, (3) Hydrants & (2) shared driveways.
4. Final Approval
a. Lockheart Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Juan Raul Palomares Jr.) (Martin Morales Road & Orlando Tijerina Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Martin Morales Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Martin Morales Road is paved.
14.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-78431
370th DC Texas Bar Foundation Grant:
1. Approval to ratify acceptance of grant award from the Texas Bar Foundation in the amount of $25,000.00 for a period of one (1) year from October 30, 2020 to October 29, 2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the Texas Bar Foundation Grant in the amount of $25,000.00 and appropriation of same.
1. Approval to ratify acceptance of grant award from the Texas Bar Foundation in the amount of $25,000.00 for a period of one (1) year from October 30, 2020 to October 29, 2021.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the Texas Bar Foundation Grant in the amount of $25,000.00 and appropriation of same.
B.
AI-78338
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-78330
JP PCT 3/PL 2 (1100):
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective 11/30/2020 and in the calendar year 2021:
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective 11/30/2020 and in the calendar year 2021:
| FROM | TO | ||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | Proposed Salary | G/S |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral Transfer) | 066-001 | 0005 | Clerk III | 05/01 | $27,599.00 | $30,600.00 | 05/04 |
D.
AI-78327
TXDOT-Pct. 1 US83 Illumination (1315):
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 Rd. Maintanance into TX-DOT-Pct. 1 US83 Illumination in the total amount of $3,000.00 to fund electricity services for the remainder of the year.
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 Rd. Maintanance into TX-DOT-Pct. 1 US83 Illumination in the total amount of $3,000.00 to fund electricity services for the remainder of the year.
E.
AI-78407
Approval of medical coverage for the temporary employee listed below as per the Affordable Care Act (ACA) IRS Code Section 4980H - Shared responsibility for employers regarding health insurance.
1. E#235016 effective 12/1/20
2. E#190780 effective 12/1/20
1. E#235016 effective 12/1/20
2. E#190780 effective 12/1/20
15.
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-78183
A. Approval of First Amendment to Service Contract [C-19-281-11-19] to reflect name change request by Ms. Margarita Peña advising the County of a change in ownership to Margarita Peña dba/Delta Specialties Signs and Supply.
B. Approval to exercise the county's option to utilize the one (1) year renewal term available on C-19-281-11-19 for Traffic Road Signs & Miscellaneous Equipment{with same rates, terms and conditions} with Delta Specialties Signs & Supply .
B. Approval to exercise the county's option to utilize the one (1) year renewal term available on C-19-281-11-19 for Traffic Road Signs & Miscellaneous Equipment{with same rates, terms and conditions} with Delta Specialties Signs & Supply .
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-78447
Office of Emergency Management:
A. "Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the [Hidalgo County Emergency Management One (1) Forklift, in order to assist with County Public Health expenses for acquisition, storing for distribution of medical and protective supplies, including sanitizing products and personal protective equipment, for other public health or safety workers for addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.";
B. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens.;
C. Requesting approval to purchase One (1) forklift from Lonestar Forklift subject to 213 Form, compliance with 1295 Form and all other requirements;
C. Requesting approval to purchase One (1) forklift from Lonestar Forklift subject to 213 Form, compliance with 1295 Form and all other requirements;
2.
AI-78375
Emergency Management:
A. "Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the repairs, painting, and ramp retrofit of the Emergency Management Stockpile Warehouse, in order to assist with County Public Health expenses addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.";
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 repairs, painting, and ramp retrofit of the Emergency Management Stockpile Warehouse, in order to assist with County Public Health expenses addressing the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.";
B. 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 acceptance and approval of a quote/proposal submitted by Herrcon, LLC, Job Order Contractor awarded under County's membership/participation in Buyboard Cooperative awarded contract -581-19 [Exp. 03/30/2024] for the repairs, painting and, ramp retrofit to the Emergency Management Stockpile Warehouse in the total amount of $147,516.25, under the Requisition #00424577.
C.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-78441
A. "Discussion, consideration, and action to approve necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the [Hidalgo County Health Department Remote Temperature Guard and Required Accessories purchase] 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 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 public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item that is necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
C. Requesting clarification on AI-75867 approved on C.C. 06-09-20 to add the subscription plan registration forms and authority for Mr. Eduardo "Eddie" Olivarez to execute them subject to legals counsel's final review and approval as to form.
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item that is necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
C. Requesting clarification on AI-75867 approved on C.C. 06-09-20 to add the subscription plan registration forms and authority for Mr. Eduardo "Eddie" Olivarez to execute them subject to legals counsel's final review and approval as to form.
D.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-78433
Pct. 1 is requesting acceptance and approval of Supplemental No. 3 for L&G Consulting Engineers, Contract No. C-17-103-05-30 to include Engineering Construction Management services with an estimated cost increase of $151,204.04 under Work Authorization No. 2 for the Pct 1 Mile 6 Project.
2.
AI-78299
Requesting approval and payment of claim for Unicom invoice# INVQ5216173, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment, after review and processing by County Auditor's Office for expenses incurred August 2019 through March 2020.
E.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-78342
Pursuant to HC adopted/current Exiting Elected Officials Expenditure Policy action on a request to purchase heavy equipment detailed herein through the HC membership/participation in BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative awarded vendor Doggett Heavy Machinery under Contract #597-19 New Dynapac CP1200W Pneumatic Tire Roller in the amount of $98,100.00 through submitted Requisition # 424527.
F.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-78416
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Architect Services for projects located within Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Architectural Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Architect Services for projects located within Precinct 4.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Architect Services for projects located within Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Architectural Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Architect Services for projects located within Precinct 4.
2.
AI-78429
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions, and/or Other Related Services for County Owned Buildings in Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other Related Services for County Owned Buildings in Precinct 4.
3.
AI-78401
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Architectural Services for projects located within Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Architectural Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Architectural Services for projects located within Precinct 4.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Architectural Services for projects located within Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Architectural Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Architectural Services for projects located within Precinct 4.
4.
AI-78392
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for R & B, CIP, & Other Projects in General for projects located within Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for R & B, CIP, & Other Projects in General within Precinct 4.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for R & B, CIP, & Other Projects in General for projects located within Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for R & B, CIP, & Other Projects in General within Precinct 4.
5.
AI-78387
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for R & B, CIP, & Other Projects in General for projects located within Precinct 4; and
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for R & B, CIP, & Other Projects in General within Precinct 4.
6.
AI-78436
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions, and/or Other Related Services for County Owned Buildings in Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other Related Services for County Owned Buildings in Precinct 4.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions, and/or Other Related Services for County Owned Buildings in Precinct 4; and,
C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other Related Services for County Owned Buildings in Precinct 4.
G.
Constables
1.
AI-78336
Constable Pct 2:
Approval of ratification to add the purchase of an annual license to [AI #78011 CC 10/27/2020 & AI #77133 CC 9/1/20] in order to have live stream access to body cameras through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative under (Contract No. 568-18 Exp 9/30/2021) and Req. #420229 in the amount of $756.00 for Year 1 and $1,701.00 for Year 2 through 5 Axon Enterprise, Inc. subject to price verification of cooperative award.
H.
IT Department
1.
AI-78394
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 Wi-Fi 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. Authority to adjust original purchase order (820109) for Wi-Fi Equipment/Material and Professional Services through our membership/participation with OMNIA contract 4400006644 through CR #5 and CR #6.
B.Requesting exemption from competitive bidding/procurement requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(1) and (2) attached herein;
C. Authority to adjust original purchase order (820109) for Wi-Fi Equipment/Material and Professional Services through our membership/participation with OMNIA contract 4400006644 through CR #5 and CR #6.
2.
AI-78393
IT Department:
A. Requesting approval to complete and submit Licensee Application as requested by SmartWave Technologies for FCC License Frequency, related to the county Wi-Fi project;
B. Requesting authorization to select County Executive Officer, Mr. Valde Guerra, as the listed licensee on the application;
C. Requesting authorization for Mr.Daniel Salinas, Director of Information Technology Department to execute the application.
B. Requesting authorization to select County Executive Officer, Mr. Valde Guerra, as the listed licensee on the application;
C. Requesting authorization for Mr.Daniel Salinas, Director of Information Technology Department to execute the application.
I.
WIC
1.
AI-78430
Presentation for the purpose of award the responsible vendor, GBB Rentals, submitting the sole best/lowest bid [meeting all specifications/requirements] including approval of contract document for the project titled: "Lease Office Space-Alamo- through RFB No.: 2020-339-10-07-JJR," for Hidalgo County WIC Program.
J.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-78321
Presentation of qualified responsible vendor M & R's Elite Janitorial Solutions, LLC. submitting the lowest and best bid [Option 1] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for RFB tilted: "Custodial Services for Administration Building" through project No. 2020-350-09-30-ABV.
K.
Tax Office
1.
AI-78384
A. "Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for the Hidalgo County Tax Office - Queuing system, in order to assist with County functions related to 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;"
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to TxLGC 262.024 (a)(1)(2); and
C. Approval to purchase and increase current Purchase Order amount to increase the initial purchase to all substations, upgrade, and install additional PC, Server, and maintenance through Nemo-Q for equipment and services for the Tax Office in the amount of $7,794.00.
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to TxLGC 262.024 (a)(1)(2); and
C. Approval to purchase and increase current Purchase Order amount to increase the initial purchase to all substations, upgrade, and install additional PC, Server, and maintenance through Nemo-Q for equipment and services for the Tax Office in the amount of $7,794.00.
2.
AI-78357
A. "Discussion, consideration and action to approve 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 additional Two-Way Electronic Communicators for the new Weslaco Office 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 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 public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item that is necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
C. Requesting authority to purchase thirty-three (33) 12V DC standard thru glass 2-way electronic communicator including freight charge with R.E. Friedrichs Co. through Requisition #423360.
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item that is necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
C. Requesting authority to purchase thirty-three (33) 12V DC standard thru glass 2-way electronic communicator including freight charge with R.E. Friedrichs Co. through Requisition #423360.
16.
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
17.
AI-78366
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
a. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with RGV Livestock Show
b. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Municipalities.
c. Memorandum of Understanding with the Hospitals.
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 RGV Livestock Show
b. Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the Municipalities.
c. Memorandum of Understanding with the Hospitals.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
18.
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-78347
EEOC Chg. No. 451-2020-03315; D.S. v. Co.
E.
AI-78444
Cause #C-3772-20-I; Martin Duran v. Hidalgo County; Morganti Construction, et al
19.
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)
20.
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-78348
EEOC Chg. No. 451-2020-03315; D.S. v. Co.
E.
AI-78445
Cause #C-3772-20-I; Martin Duran v. Hidalgo County; Morganti Construction, et al
21.
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
22.
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
23.
Adjourn