CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 18, 2007
9:30 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:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Open Forum
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Tax Office - Armando Barrera:
A.
1. Second Public Hearing to discuss Proposed 2007 Tax Increase.
2. Set Date, Time and Place to adopt 2007 Tax Rate.
2. Set Date, Time and Place to adopt 2007 Tax Rate.
7.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
Discussion of Health and Human Services Department. Discussion to include but not limited to status on year to date activity.
C.
Health Dept
1. Requesting authorization and approval to accept the attached SDI Grant Contract # 2008-024219, Attachment # 001, in the amount of $ 326,076.00 for the period 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2008.
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached SDI Grant Budget and Salary Schedules for the period 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2008 (Acct. # 7-1293-441-00-340-018-8).
1. Requesting authorization and approval to accept the attached SDI Grant Contract # 2008-024219, Attachment # 001, in the amount of $ 326,076.00 for the period 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2008.
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached SDI Grant Budget and Salary Schedules for the period 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2008 (Acct. # 7-1293-441-00-340-018-8).
D.
1. Requesting authorization and approval to accept the attached amended TB Elimination Grant Contract # 2007-021977, Attachment # 001A, in the amount of $ 338,946.00 for the period 1/1/2007 to 12/31/2007.
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached amended TB Elimination Grant Budget for the period 1/1/2007 to 12/31/2007 (Acct # 7-1293-441-00-340-011-0).
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached amended TB Elimination Grant Budget for the period 1/1/2007 to 12/31/2007 (Acct # 7-1293-441-00-340-011-0).
E.
Requesting authorization and approval to accept the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the University of Texas Pan American for communication support services during an all hazards event or training event.
8.
Buildings & Grounds:
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
A.
Renovations of administration building
B.
Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects
C.
Emergency situations occuring since last agenda meeting
9.
IT Department - Renan Ramirez:
A.
Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy, presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request Forms for the following elected official(s), department head(s), program director(s) and employee(s):
Department Name: Employee Number: Basic Rate Plan Total Minutes Plan:
Per Month:
I.T. Dept 114502 $59.00 1,000
I.T. Dept 127612 $59.00 1,000
I.T. Dept 087815 $59.00 1,000
I.T. Dept 122475 $42.00 400
Department Name: Employee Number: Basic Rate Plan Total Minutes Plan:
Per Month:
I.T. Dept 114502 $59.00 1,000
I.T. Dept 127612 $59.00 1,000
I.T. Dept 087815 $59.00 1,000
I.T. Dept 122475 $42.00 400
B.
Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy, presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request Forms for the following elected official(s), department head(s), program director(s) and empoyee(s):
Department Name: Employee Number: Basic Rate Plan Total Minutes Plan:
Per Month:
I.T. Dept 149063 $42.00 400
I.T. Dept 155365 $42.00 400
Department Name: Employee Number: Basic Rate Plan Total Minutes Plan:
Per Month:
I.T. Dept 149063 $42.00 400
I.T. Dept 155365 $42.00 400
10.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
1. Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to accept the "Interlocal Agreement" to permanently transfer equipment from the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force to the City of La Joya Police Department.
2. Requesting the following listed items be removed from inventory:
a. One (1) Dell PC (County Tag. 38826)
b. One (1) Dell Inspiron Laptop (County Tag. 38957)
c. One (1) Dell Inspiron Laptop (County Tag. 38958)
2. Requesting the following listed items be removed from inventory:
a. One (1) Dell PC (County Tag. 38826)
b. One (1) Dell Inspiron Laptop (County Tag. 38957)
c. One (1) Dell Inspiron Laptop (County Tag. 38958)
11.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
Requesting approval to re-certify the Community Development Corporation of South Texas, Inc. (CDCST, Inc.) as Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO's) within the County of Hidalgo and to execute the 2007 HOME contract.
B.
The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and approval of contracts for the reconstruction including demolition of two (2) units in the Countywide area in the total amount of $36,000.00 to Rolando s General Construction, $41,500.00 to GMH Construction, and the reconstruction including demolition of one (1) unit in the City of Mercedes in the total amount of $37,780.00 to J.D. Villarreal Construction.
C.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Hidalgo County Urban County Program from Program Year 20 (2007) for a Parks, Recreational Facilities Project in the City of Granjeno.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid (of at least three (3) Engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Granjeno for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court in connection with an Urban County Program Parks, Recreational Facilities Project in the City of Granjeno.
3. Authority to negotiate an Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________________ for the provision of engineering services for a City of Granjeno Parks, Recreational Facilities project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid (of at least three (3) Engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Granjeno for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court in connection with an Urban County Program Parks, Recreational Facilities Project in the City of Granjeno.
3. Authority to negotiate an Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________________ for the provision of engineering services for a City of Granjeno Parks, Recreational Facilities project.
D.
1. Hold Public Hearing to consider public comments on a proposed budget and program amendment for Pct. #1 utilizing Urban County funds from Program Year 20 (2007). The amendment will provide additional funding for Public Services, Transportation Services, Fire Station Equipment and Water / Sewer Improvements.
2. Consideration and Approval of an amendment to the Urban County Pct. #1 Year 20 (2007) CDBG workplan allowing additional funding for Public Services, Transportation Services, Fire Station Equipment and Water / Sewer Improvements totaling $127,700.00.
2. Consideration and Approval of an amendment to the Urban County Pct. #1 Year 20 (2007) CDBG workplan allowing additional funding for Public Services, Transportation Services, Fire Station Equipment and Water / Sewer Improvements totaling $127,700.00.
E.
The Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Weslaco is requesting approval of the final negotiated contract with Halff & Associates in the amount of $21,000.00 utilizing Years 20 (2007) funds for a Water/Sewer Improvement Project.
F.
Public Hearing to consider public comments on the County of Hidalgo's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) prior to submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
12.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
Discussion and possible action on amendments to the Hidalgo County Subdivision Rules.
13.
Elections Administration - Teresa Navarro:
A.
Elections Services Agreement (leasing of voting system) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Alamo for their November 6, 2007 City Commission Election
14.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Discussion/Approval of Appointment of one (1) Community Representative by each member of the Commissioners' Court, to serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for a one (1) year term according to 45 CFR Chapter XIII, 1304.50(b)(1)-(b)(7) beginning October 2007
15.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Sheriff's Office--Chief Deputy Anacleto Martinez:
Approval to extend the termination date for the Texas Border Sheriffs Coalition Operation Linebacker Grant (State Portion)--new termination date is October 31, 2007.
Approval to extend the termination date for the Texas Border Sheriffs Coalition Operation Linebacker Grant (State Portion)--new termination date is October 31, 2007.
B.
Acceptance of 2003 Grant State Criminal Alien Asistance Program (SCAAP) Award from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) in the amount of $33,583.00 & authorize County Judge to sign Acceptance Document
16.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
A.
Requesting approval to name a street located South of FM 491 BARNETT LANE (CR 3380). LRGVDC 911 Department has been advised.
B.
Requesting approval to name CR 1274 located approximately 1/4 mile West of FM 1015 on Mile 13 North, CANO STREET. LRGVDC 911 Department has been advised.
C.
Requesting approval to rename Rio Rico Road that runs South from Mile 3 North between FM 491 and Mile 1 1/2 East to: OLD RIO RICO ROAD. LRGVDC 911 Department has been advised.
17.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Approval of resolution in support of nomination to the Urban Counties Board of Directors
18.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
New Hidalgo County Jail
| Total Inmate Population: | __________ |
| Physical Count: | __________ |
| Males (in house): | __________ |
| Females (in house): | __________ |
| Out of County Facility: | __________ |
| La Villa: | __________ |
| Brooks Co. | __________ |
| Frio: | __________ |
| Other (n/c): | __________ |
| Federal Prisoners: | __________ |
| Adj./Sentenced to TDC: | __________ |
| Total Paper Ready TDC: | __________ |
| No. Over 45 Days: | __________ |
| Pending Paperwork/Courts: | __________ |
| Pending Charges/Courts: | __________ |
2.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
5.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
6.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County to Exercise the option to renew for an additional one (1) year term (as provided in contract) for: Repair, Installation and Removal of Emergency Equipment, Radios, Computer & Miscellaneous Equipment with South Texas Communications, Inc.
7.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew for an additional one (1) year term (as provided in contract) for for fire extinguisher maintenance service with Corky's Fire Extinguisher Sales & Service.
8.
Requesting approval of a modification to contract with Pre-Paid Legal Service to reflect a correction that the initial five ($5.00) dollars per year fee should read that Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. will pay the $5.00 fee and not the participating employees of Hidalgo County.
9.
Requesting approval to declare surplus numerous items and vehicles " County and Seized" for the purpose of disposition through auction set forth under Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152.(a) (1) as detailed on Exhibit "A" and attached hereto.
10.
Requesting authority to advertise for auction of County surplus items including, but not limited to, vehicles, equipment and miscellaneous. Adverstisement date: September 22,2007; Auction date: September 29, 2007.
11.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software in connection with On-line Research Services for Hidalgo County with Lexis Nexis.
B. Requesting approval of agreement(s) if applicable for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s): District Attorney
B. Requesting approval of agreement(s) if applicable for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s): District Attorney
12.
Presentation by Hidalgo County Auditor's Office, Budget Office and Purchasing Department for discussion, consideration and approval of an "ORDER" for all General Fund Budgets and any other applicable budgets:
A. Cut-off date for submission of Requisitions by Friday, October 12, 2007 on goods and/or services that require sufficient time to order and receive prior to 12-31-07, i.e. major purchases: vehicles, furniture and equipment, etc.;
B. Approval to notify all applicable departments that open purchase orders at 12-31-07 for which there is not a proper invoice and physical receipt of goods and/or services will be charged to the 2008 budgets.
A. Cut-off date for submission of Requisitions by Friday, October 12, 2007 on goods and/or services that require sufficient time to order and receive prior to 12-31-07, i.e. major purchases: vehicles, furniture and equipment, etc.;
B. Approval to notify all applicable departments that open purchase orders at 12-31-07 for which there is not a proper invoice and physical receipt of goods and/or services will be charged to the 2008 budgets.
13.
A. Requesting authority to advertise & solicit sealed bids or proposals (whichever applicable) for the: Turnkey Solution for the Demolition and Removal of Structures and Below Ground Tanks and Related Equipment located at 201 & 217 North Closner (former gas stations). Edinburg, Texas;
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration, and applicable action for the option to select an engineer from the County's approved "pool" of engineers/firms (utilizing the procedures for grading/scoring, ranking, negotiating and contracting) to provide professional in connection with the: Turnkey Solution for the Demolition and Removal of Structures and Below Ground Tanks and Related Equipment" located at 201 & 217 North Closner, Edinburg, Texas.
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration, and applicable action for the option to select an engineer from the County's approved "pool" of engineers/firms (utilizing the procedures for grading/scoring, ranking, negotiating and contracting) to provide professional in connection with the: Turnkey Solution for the Demolition and Removal of Structures and Below Ground Tanks and Related Equipment" located at 201 & 217 North Closner, Edinburg, Texas.
14.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and applicable action to advertise sealed bids for the provision of the following services:
A. Janitorial Services
B. Delivery Services
C. Driving Services
D. Other
A. Janitorial Services
B. Delivery Services
C. Driving Services
D. Other
15.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and applicable action on the possible engagement of professional architectural and/or engineering services (through County's approved "pools" & procedures) for numerous County-owned buildings to assess the feasibility and potential uses of said structures, including, but not limited to the following:
1. Vacant building located at 1/4 mile N. of 495 on Moorefield Road, Mission (fka, The Longoria Mansion)
2. Vacant structures located at 317 North Closner (newly acquired property fka, Robert's Chevrolet);
3. Rudy de la Vina Juvenile Detention Facility located at 3100 S. Closner, Edinburg (soon to be vacated due to re-location to new Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility);
4. Other structures
B. Presentation of report, results and recommendations by from S & B Infrastructure, firm contracted to conduct environmental & structural assessments of structures at the San Carlos Warehouse property site including possible action to authorize applicable or necessary action(s) in connection with results and/or recommendations by engineer.
1. Vacant building located at 1/4 mile N. of 495 on Moorefield Road, Mission (fka, The Longoria Mansion)
2. Vacant structures located at 317 North Closner (newly acquired property fka, Robert's Chevrolet);
3. Rudy de la Vina Juvenile Detention Facility located at 3100 S. Closner, Edinburg (soon to be vacated due to re-location to new Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility);
4. Other structures
B. Presentation of report, results and recommendations by from S & B Infrastructure, firm contracted to conduct environmental & structural assessments of structures at the San Carlos Warehouse property site including possible action to authorize applicable or necessary action(s) in connection with results and/or recommendations by engineer.
16.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of a correction to contract #06-388-08-29 between Hidalgo County & Border Visions Consulting Group, LLC to reflect the renewal term of two (2) years as permitted under specifications and contract document (and not one year erroneously stated on 8-26-06 CC agenda) and thus extending the contract through 9-07-08.
B.
County Clerk:
1.
A. Requesting authority to seek proposals through our membership/participation through inter-locals or cooperative purchasing awards or programs (i.e. Centennial, Herrera & Hunt) in connection with the Turnkey Solution for the complete Re-assembling of Aluminum Buildings" (acquired through TxDOT and formerly located on the corner of Expressway 83 & Abram Rd. currently dismantled and stored) in connection with the conversion of said buildings for records storage and managment; or, in the alternative,
B. Requesting authority to select and engage (through County's approved "pool" & selection procedures) architectural and/or engineering services for the development of plans and specifications for the advertising of sealed bids for the: Turnkey Solution for the complete Re-assembling of Aluminum Buildings;
C. Discussion, consideration and action on selection of a permanent site (on County-owned property) for the above referenced project: " Turnkey Solution for the complete Re-assembling of Aluminum Buildings".
B. Requesting authority to select and engage (through County's approved "pool" & selection procedures) architectural and/or engineering services for the development of plans and specifications for the advertising of sealed bids for the: Turnkey Solution for the complete Re-assembling of Aluminum Buildings;
C. Discussion, consideration and action on selection of a permanent site (on County-owned property) for the above referenced project: " Turnkey Solution for the complete Re-assembling of Aluminum Buildings".
C.
Prct. 3
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 7 (with a estimated cost of $80,000.00) for "Preparation of surveys and metes and bounds descriptions for the roadways within Stewart Palm Subd; Los Ninos Subd; Citrus Shadows Subd; Val Verde Acres and Val Verde Acres North" with Javier Hinojosa Engineering to provide engineer services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3.
C-07-077-03-27
2.
A. Presentation by for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims/invoices with authority for auditor to issue payment for the items detailed in "Exhibit A" as attached hereto.
1. Precinct #3 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $750.00 for professional services performed during the construction of the Multi Purpose Complex.
1. Precinct #3 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $750.00 for professional services performed during the construction of the Multi Purpose Complex.
D.
Prct. 4
1.
Approval to execute AIA Document A101 awarded by CC on 07/24/07 for the "Construction of New Offices for Hidalgo County's Pct 4," and to authorize project architect, VA Architecture, to issue and forward "Notice to Proceed" to contractor, CRC Design Consultants.
E.
IT Department:
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendor through our membership/participation with Texas Facilities Commission's Cooperative Purchasing Program:
Department of Information Resource
DELL MARKETING L. P. - DIR-SDD-192
Requisition # 117437 in the total amount of $7,793.44
Department of Information Resource
DELL MARKETING L. P. - DIR-SDD-192
Requisition # 117437 in the total amount of $7,793.44
F.
Health Department
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $22,848.00) for "Design of the Parking and Drainage Improvements" with Javier Hinojosa Engineering to provide engineer services to Hidalgo County Health Department Facility . C-05-271-09-06
G.
Co. Wide
1.
HIDALGO COUNTY RE: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
H.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Requesting approval of Certificate of Construction Completion submitted by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group reflecting the completion date of August 20, 2007 for La Blanca Heights Subdivision with contractor Sascon Inc. C-CAP-07-017-05-01.
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
Requesting authority to advertise for B.C.A.P. Projects ROUND II (Project Engineer- Hinojosa Engineering Inc.) for Road & Drainage Construction of the following subdivisions:
Chula Vista Acres
Walton
Resubdivision of Jimenez Plat
Ezequiel Acevedo Jr. No 2
Jessan
Barney Groves
Amberland
Chula Vista Acres
Walton
Resubdivision of Jimenez Plat
Ezequiel Acevedo Jr. No 2
Jessan
Barney Groves
Amberland
J.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 4
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Application for Payment No 1 in the amount of $94,678.65, from Sascon Inc., contracted vendor for Bar VI Subdivision submitted by project engineer J.E. Saenz & Associates. CAP-07-018-04-18.
K.
Adult Probation
1.
Requesting authority to purchase Telephone System from State Awarded vendor through our membership/participation with Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) Cooperative Program:
Department Of Information Resource
QWEST COMMUNICATIONS CORP. - DIR Contract: DIR-SDD-247
Requisition #117610 in the total amount of $13,376.00
Department Of Information Resource
QWEST COMMUNICATIONS CORP. - DIR Contract: DIR-SDD-247
Requisition #117610 in the total amount of $13,376.00
19.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Report of recommendation and/or mandate of salary grievance committee concerning salaries of grieving Justices of the Peace
B.
Authorize County Auditor to issue payment in the amount of $9,981.94 to Lower Rio Grande Water Committee, Inc. in connection with El Morillo Drain (Hidalgo County's portion)
C.
Safety Division:
1. Discussion and approval to accept settlement agreement with Fred Loya Insurance Company for $3,162.94 to settle auto accident with County vehicle (Const. P3).
2. Approval to authorize Judge J.D. Salinas to sign Power of Attorney for title purposes to Fred Loya Insurance Company.
1. Discussion and approval to accept settlement agreement with Fred Loya Insurance Company for $3,162.94 to settle auto accident with County vehicle (Const. P3).
2. Approval to authorize Judge J.D. Salinas to sign Power of Attorney for title purposes to Fred Loya Insurance Company.
D.
County Court #1:
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to adjust (decrease) the budgeted salary for one (1) Bailiff position, slot 021-001-0004 by $2,000.00 and adjust (increase) the budgeted salary for one (1) Court Coordinator position, slot no. 021-001-0003 by $2,000.00 due to parity, in conformity with other Court Coordinator positions within Hidalgo County Courts-At-Law. Changes if approved will be effective next full pay period 10-1-07.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to adjust (decrease) the budgeted salary for one (1) Bailiff position, slot 021-001-0004 by $2,000.00 and adjust (increase) the budgeted salary for one (1) Court Coordinator position, slot no. 021-001-0003 by $2,000.00 due to parity, in conformity with other Court Coordinator positions within Hidalgo County Courts-At-Law. Changes if approved will be effective next full pay period 10-1-07.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
E.
Insurance Division:
1. Discussion, consideration and action on ASO Appeal Review Request Claim #072050283000.
2. Acceptance of settlement in the amount of $5,505.03 in connection with subrogation offer for Acct.#1991635547583.
1. Discussion, consideration and action on ASO Appeal Review Request Claim #072050283000.
2. Acceptance of settlement in the amount of $5,505.03 in connection with subrogation offer for Acct.#1991635547583.
F.
Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from HIDTA (1291) to Constable Pct. 3 Investigation HB 65 (1230) in the total amount of $10,000.00.
G.
Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from Juvenile Probation Department (1294) to County Wide Administration (1100) in the amount of $25,000.00.
H.
Approval of 2007 Intradepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 (1336) for Precinct #2 in the amount of $259,684.00
I.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Juvenile Probation Dept. (1100) in the amount of $200,000.00 for room and board.
J.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration-Contingency to Criminal Auxiliary Court (1100) in the amount of $1,500.00 for postage expense.
20.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Closed Session: Settlement of Guadalupe Rodriguez for replacement of electric light meter box and wires.
E.
Closed Session: Cause No.: 7:07-cv-00215; Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company, as Fiduciary of the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Hospital Insurance Plan vs Vincent Marotta and Laura Hinojosa, District Clerk of Hidalgo County
F.
Closed Session: Cause No.: C-269-07-I; Elisua Escalante vs Mario Humberto Lopez and Hidalgo County
G.
Closed Session: Cause No. C-1716-07-E; The Texas Associaton of Counties County Government Risk Pool vs Hidalgo County and Enrique Escalon; In the 275th Judicial District Court, Hidalgo County, Texas
21.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Open Session: Settlement of Guadalupe Rodriguez for replacement of electric light meter box and wires.
E.
Open Session: Cause No.: 7:07-cv-00215; Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company, as Fiduciary of the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Hospital Insurance Plan vs Vincent Marotta and Laura Hinojosa, District Clerk of Hidalgo County
F.
Open Session: Cause No.: C-269-07-I; Elisua Escalante vs Mario Humberto Lopez and Hidalgo County
G.
Open Session: Cause No. C-1716-07-E; The Texas Association of Counties County Government Risk Pool vs Hidalgo County and Enrique Escalon; In the 275th Judicial District Court, Hidalgo County, Texas
22.
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
23.
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
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Adjourn