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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING January 26, 2021 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.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-79297
Recognition of Mr. Felix M. Rodriguez for being awarded Veterans Commission Service Officer of the Year by the Texas Veterans Commission
B.
AI-79280
Presentation of the 2020 Census Friday Night Lights initiative results.
C.
AI-79240
Presentation of the Annual Report by Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA).
D.
AI-79305
Approval of Resolution in Support of E-Filing in the County of Hidalgo.
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-79217
DA - Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924303 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924303 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
B.
AI-79220
Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3 - Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537809 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537809 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
C.
AI-79307
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office and BCFS Health & Human Services (Common Thread).
8.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
AI-79219
Requesting approval of 2021 Elected Official Bond for Charlie Espinoza, Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace, Pct. 4, Pl. 1.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-79284
Resolution in honor of Roy Anthony Quintanilha for 35 years of service with the County of Hidalgo, Texas
B.
AI-79221
Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (1229):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice
from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $255,000.00.
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice
from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $255,000.00.
C.
AI-79185
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between South Texas College and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office with the purpose of issuing "Continuing Education Certificates of Completion" and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign document.
10.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-79166
Constable Pct. 1 FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), thru e-grants for the period of September 1, 2021 thru August 31, 2022.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for the FY 2022 LBSP Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), thru e-grants for the period of September 1, 2021 thru August 31, 2022.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for the FY 2022 LBSP Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents.
11.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-79173
Presentation and discussion of 2020 Racial Profiling Report by Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 Department in accordance with Article 2.134 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
B.
AI-79170
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional item under "Public Purpose" (pursuant to Texas Constitution, Art 3, Section 52) but not limited to: table cloths, banners, pens, pencils, plastic bags, school pouches,crayons, deputy badge stickers, lanyards and canopy for promotional items. These items wil be used to inform, relate progress, educated and report important information to our constituents on aspects of numerous projects, program and events.
12.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-79249
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include but not limited to: face masks, mousepads, die cut plastic bags, flashlights, antibacterial/hand sanitizer sprays/gels, padfolios, silicone phone wallets, microfiber cloths, no-touch protection tool with stylus tip, knives, multi-function tool, cups/insulated mugs, badge stickers and etc. These items will be used to inform, relate progress, educate and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety, education and events. 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-79224
Constable Precinct 4 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden Grant FY 2020 (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through e-grants.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for the Operation Stonegarden Grant FY2020 to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden Grant FY 2020 (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through e-grants.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for the Operation Stonegarden Grant FY2020 to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents.
13.
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-79231
Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/01/2021:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/01/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Grade/ Allowance | Proposed Grade/ Allowance | Net Change |
| Reduce Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0007 | Division Manager I, Compliance & Reporting | $4,500.00 | $2,250.00 | ($2,250.00) |
| Reduce Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0128 | Administrative Assistant III | $2,250.00 | $1,500.00 | ($750.00) |
| Delete Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0180 | Administrative Assistant III | $750.00 | $0.00 | ($750.00) |
| Add Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0144 | Technician IV | $0.00 | $2,250.00 | $2,250.00 |
| Add Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0240 | Administrative Assistant IV | $0.00 | $750.00 | $750.00 |
| Add Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0230 | Supervisor I | $0.00 | $750.00 | $750.00 |
C.
AI-79273
Discussion, consideration, and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement and Worksite Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Workforce Solutions.
14.
Urban County:
A.
AI-79229
The Urban County Program is requesting approval to reject all bids received for the Sullivan City Public Facilities & Improvements Project (Library) Bid No. 5018/19-77-0300-5000-7700-UCP-GVG
15.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-79225
Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application and budget for the Preventive Health and Health Services program for FY 22. The amount is $125,000.00 with a start date of October 1, 2021 and end date of September 30, 2022.
B.
AI-79223
Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application and budget for the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion program for FY 22 and FY 23. The amount of this 2-year will be $295,042.00 with a start date of September 1, 2021 and end date of August 31, 2023.
C.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
AI-79091
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 10 Advanced UC Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the General Fund and Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 02-03-21 and a settlement date of 02-04-21.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
16.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-79203
Presentation of the Cares Act Spending Plan
B.
AI-79204
Presentation of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Notice of Award for Program Year 2021
C.
AI-79200
Discussion on Emergency Relief Funding Approved to Cover Reimbursement Loss to Child and Adult Care Food Programs (CACFP)
D.
AI-79199
Discussion/Approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Amend the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with McAllen Independent School District
E.
AI-79202
Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Rubber Mulch from Approved Vendor Exerplay, Inc. under Contract #592-19 for Parks and Recreation Equipment and Field Lighting Products, through the Hidalgo County's Membership/Participation with the Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing, term of the TASB Contract Expiring on September 30, 2022
F.
AI-79201
Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Four (4) Vehicles (Express Cargo Vans) through the Hidalgo County's Membership/Partnership with the Texas Association School Board (TASB) Buyboard's Awarded Vendor (Contract #601-19), Caldwell Country Chevrolet (Including TASB Administrative Fees)
17.
Fire Marshal's Office:
A.
AI-79172
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 157.903, requesting approval for indemnification of shortage totaling $25.00.
B.
AI-79234
Fire Marshal's Office (1282):
Approval to appropriate the budget for Fire Marshal's Office's portion of the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program (CESF) FY20 in the amount of $6,951.
Approval to appropriate the budget for Fire Marshal's Office's portion of the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program (CESF) FY20 in the amount of $6,951.
18.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-79211
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Benefit Matrix for the CSBG Disaster Relief Funds for event DR 4454-TX 2019.
19.
WIC:
A.
AI-79189
WIC Lactation Support Center Services (1292):
1.Requesting approval to apply for the FY 22 DSHS Lactation Support Center Services Strategic Expansion Program (LSCS-SEP) renewal contract for Hidalgo County Health and Human Services contract, for the period of September 1, 2021 through August 31, 2022, in the amount of $200,000.
2. Requesting approval to submit Form A- Face Page for the Lactation Support Center Services.
1.Requesting approval to apply for the FY 22 DSHS Lactation Support Center Services Strategic Expansion Program (LSCS-SEP) renewal contract for Hidalgo County Health and Human Services contract, for the period of September 1, 2021 through August 31, 2022, in the amount of $200,000.
2. Requesting approval to submit Form A- Face Page for the Lactation Support Center Services.
20.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-79246
1.
Preliminary Approval
a. Quintanilla Promise Land Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Roxxy J. Ocanas) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X (Unshaded)
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 Mile 9 ½ North Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Mile 9 ½ North Road is paved.
b. La Homa Crossing Subdivision Phase II- Pct. 3 (Red Rock Real Estate Dev. Group, LTD.) (La Homa Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 19 Single Family, 8 Commercial
Flood Zone: X (Unshaded)
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system that will discharge to detention areas and further discharging into TxDOT system.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S
Paved: Yes, La Homa Road is paved.2 internal streets to be paved.
c. Matermi Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Matermi, L.L.C.) (Western Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 34 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system discharging onto HCDD#1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
d. Cantera Hermosa Phase 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Cayetano Development, L.L.C.) (Eldora Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 139 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:20
Filling Stations:9
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system & detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved and 5 internal streets to be paved.
2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Whalen Springs Subdivision- Pct. 1 (The Three Grandes LTD.) (Moore Road & Whalen Road)
No. of Lots: 57 Single Family
Flood Zone:B
Streetlights: 12
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Moore Road, Whalen Road and 2 internals streets will be paved.
*Final Approval with a Letter of Credit No. 2020-05-S in the amount of $907,368.81 for (57) OSSF'S, PAVING & DRAINAGE
3. Final Approval
a. Isabela Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Gabriel Aguilar) (Brushline Road & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family, 3 Commercial
Flood Zone:X (Unshaded)
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 5 North Road and Brushline Road side ditches.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF for Lot 1 is existing and OSSF'S for commercial lots will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Brushline Road and Mile 5 North Road are paved.
b. Carrizales Subdivision – Pct. 3 (El Carrizales L.L.C.) (Western Road & Mile 6 Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family, 4 Commercial
Flood Zone:X & X (shaded)
Streetlights: 11
Filling Stations: 5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by discharging into HCDD#1 Regional Detention Facility.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 3 internal streets have been paved.
c. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 24 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (J. Gary Frisby) (Cesar Chavez Road & Mile 19 North Road)
No. of Lots: 110 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 31
Filling Stations: 6
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 Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Paved: Yes, Cesar Chavez Road and 6 internal streets to be paved.
a. Quintanilla Promise Land Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Roxxy J. Ocanas) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X (Unshaded)
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 Mile 9 ½ North Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Mile 9 ½ North Road is paved.
b. La Homa Crossing Subdivision Phase II- Pct. 3 (Red Rock Real Estate Dev. Group, LTD.) (La Homa Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 19 Single Family, 8 Commercial
Flood Zone: X (Unshaded)
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system that will discharge to detention areas and further discharging into TxDOT system.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S
Paved: Yes, La Homa Road is paved.2 internal streets to be paved.
c. Matermi Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Matermi, L.L.C.) (Western Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 34 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system discharging onto HCDD#1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
d. Cantera Hermosa Phase 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Cayetano Development, L.L.C.) (Eldora Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 139 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:20
Filling Stations:9
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system & detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved and 5 internal streets to be paved.
2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Whalen Springs Subdivision- Pct. 1 (The Three Grandes LTD.) (Moore Road & Whalen Road)
No. of Lots: 57 Single Family
Flood Zone:B
Streetlights: 12
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Moore Road, Whalen Road and 2 internals streets will be paved.
*Final Approval with a Letter of Credit No. 2020-05-S in the amount of $907,368.81 for (57) OSSF'S, PAVING & DRAINAGE
3. Final Approval
a. Isabela Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Gabriel Aguilar) (Brushline Road & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family, 3 Commercial
Flood Zone:X (Unshaded)
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 5 North Road and Brushline Road side ditches.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF for Lot 1 is existing and OSSF'S for commercial lots will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Brushline Road and Mile 5 North Road are paved.
b. Carrizales Subdivision – Pct. 3 (El Carrizales L.L.C.) (Western Road & Mile 6 Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family, 4 Commercial
Flood Zone:X & X (shaded)
Streetlights: 11
Filling Stations: 5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by discharging into HCDD#1 Regional Detention Facility.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 3 internal streets have been paved.
c. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 24 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (J. Gary Frisby) (Cesar Chavez Road & Mile 19 North Road)
No. of Lots: 110 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 31
Filling Stations: 6
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 Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Paved: Yes, Cesar Chavez Road and 6 internal streets to be paved.
B.
AI-79188
1.
PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT
a.Applicant: A&M Management Inc.
Legal Description: 80.03 acres Tract of land all of lots 3 & 6 Block 38 Capisallo District Subdivision; (Rio Rico Ranchettes No. 2 Subdivision) (Pct. 1) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 ½ East Road)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 18" RCP class III storm sewer line crossing Mile 1 ½ East Road via open cut and One 8" water line extension running south along Mile 1 ½ East Road approximately 1 ½ miles connecting to an existing 8" water line located north of Military Highway U.S. 281 and 20-1" dual water service lines boring with a 2" PVC casing Mile 4 North Road and Mile 1 ½ East Road.
a.Applicant: A&M Management Inc.
Legal Description: 80.03 acres Tract of land all of lots 3 & 6 Block 38 Capisallo District Subdivision; (Rio Rico Ranchettes No. 2 Subdivision) (Pct. 1) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 ½ East Road)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 18" RCP class III storm sewer line crossing Mile 1 ½ East Road via open cut and One 8" water line extension running south along Mile 1 ½ East Road approximately 1 ½ miles connecting to an existing 8" water line located north of Military Highway U.S. 281 and 20-1" dual water service lines boring with a 2" PVC casing Mile 4 North Road and Mile 1 ½ East Road.
21.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-79244
Requesting rescission of HCCC approved action at the meeting of 11-03-20-14.A.-R/AI #78040 [Items 1 & 2 attached herein] as follows:
Item #1-Permit with Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 6 ("District") for Liberty Road Phase I with authority for County Judge to execute Permit; and,
Item #2-Return the issued payment [to the HC Treasurer's Office as check is in the possession of Pct. #3] payable to Hidalgo Count Irrigation District No. 6 [as reimbursement of expenses by HCID #6 related to the construction of Liberty Road Phase I Project..
Item #1-Permit with Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 6 ("District") for Liberty Road Phase I with authority for County Judge to execute Permit; and,
Item #2-Return the issued payment [to the HC Treasurer's Office as check is in the possession of Pct. #3] payable to Hidalgo Count Irrigation District No. 6 [as reimbursement of expenses by HCID #6 related to the construction of Liberty Road Phase I Project..
22.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-79264
Appointment and/or Re-appointment of board member to the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Board of Directors for a two (2) year term - Pct. #4
23.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-79207
Status update on Hidalgo County Wellness Program.
B.
AI-79248
Tax Office (1100):
Approval of back pay for employees #105678 in the amount of $2,087.82 and #17655 in the amount of $2,470.39, effective 01/06/2020.
Approval of back pay for employees #105678 in the amount of $2,087.82 and #17655 in the amount of $2,470.39, effective 01/06/2020.
C.
AI-79259
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
Approval of changes to the 2021 Salary Schedule, effective 01/01/2021:
Approval of changes to the 2021 Salary Schedule, effective 01/01/2021:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Adopted Budgeted Salary | G/S | Adopted Budgeted Salary | Variance | |
| Budget Process Correction | 080-002 | 0005 | Assistant District Attorney V | 21/05 | $97,702.00 | 21/05 | $108,502.00 | $10,800.00 | |
| Budget Process Correction | 080-002 | 0173 | Assistant District Attorney III | 15/02 | $61,670.00 | 15/03 | $63,828.00 | $2,158.00 | |
D.
AI-79311
CRIM DA(1100)/DA PRETRIAL INTERVENTION PRG (1225)/DA TTBH (1281):
Approval of the following change in funding source effective 02/01/2021:
Approval of the following change in funding source effective 02/01/2021:
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | Current Supplemental Pay | Proposed Supplemental Pay | Variance |
| Change in Funding Source | 080-002 | 0027 | Assistant District Attorney III | $0.00 | $10,501.00 | $10,501.00 |
| 080-015 | 0021 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||
| 080-019 | A001 | $19,435.00 | $0.00 | ($19,435.00) |
E.
AI-79212
TXDOT-Pct. 1 US83 Illumination (1315):
Approval of 2021 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 Rd. Maintenance into TX-DOT-Pct. 1 US83 Illumination in the total amount of $12,000.00 to fund electricity services.
Approval of 2021 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 Rd. Maintenance into TX-DOT-Pct. 1 US83 Illumination in the total amount of $12,000.00 to fund electricity services.
24.
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-79206
Pursuant to current contract between Hidalgo County and Frontera Materials, Inc. Contract Extension #E-20-232-08-11 "Type D Hot Mix Asphalt-Limestone Only", request by Frontera Materials, Inc., to engage the following Sub-Contractor: Upper Valley Materials, LLC including the ratification of the commencement date of the sub contractor of 01-20-21.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-79205
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 CC, the firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services providers for On-Call Construction Material & Geotechnical Testing Services for projects located within Precinct 1:
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by CC, the firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services providers for On-Call Construction Material & Geotechnical Testing Services for projects located within Precinct 1:
| Evaluators | Raba Kistner, Inc. | EarthCo., LLC | Fulcrum Consulting |
| Evaluator No.1 | 96 | 92 | 90 |
| Evaluator No.2 | 94 | 90 | 91 |
| Evaluator No.3 | 97 | 93 | 91 |
| Total | 287 | 275 | 272 |
| CC Ranking |
C. Pursuant to CC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Construction Material & Geotechnical Testing Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Construction Material & Geotechnical Testing Services for Projects within Precinct 1.
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-79135
Recommendation by the project engineer, L & G Engineering [w/TxDOT concurrence attached herein] for HCCC to award to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [while meeting all specifications and requirements] REIM Construction, Inc., in the amount of $14,028,648.44 (deducting alternates 1 & 2, as detailed on attached Bid Tab) for RFB 2020-294-11-10-HAG, for the Mile 3 N Road Project (From Tom Gil to FM 492) project located in Precinct No. 3.
D.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-79242
Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreements between Hidalgo County and:
A. McAllen Independent School District;
B. Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District,
for the purpose of effectively responding to public health threats and emergencies.
A. McAllen Independent School District;
B. Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District,
for the purpose of effectively responding to public health threats and emergencies.
E.
Auditor's Office
1.
AI-79232
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TxLGC 262.024(a)(4), a professional service;
B. Acceptance and approval of a Letter of Engagement between Hidalgo County [Auditor's Office] and Lance, Soll, & Lunghard LLP (LSL) for the provision of consulting services "on an as needed basis" for CaseWare support services, with authority for Maria Arcilia Duran, CPA, HC Auditor to sign applicable documents.
B. Acceptance and approval of a Letter of Engagement between Hidalgo County [Auditor's Office] and Lance, Soll, & Lunghard LLP (LSL) for the provision of consulting services "on an as needed basis" for CaseWare support services, with authority for Maria Arcilia Duran, CPA, HC Auditor to sign applicable documents.
F.
District Attorney
1.
AI-79245
A. Authority to advertise and publish a Request for Qualifications (RFQ-2021-184) for Forensic Pathologist for H.C. with approval of procurement packet [drafted and developed by HC/DA/Civil Section and Purchasing Dept.] with final approval as to legal form by HC/DA/Civil Section;
B. Appointment/Designation of an Evaluation Committee to review, score and grade the submitted Statements of Qualifications pursuant to the criteria set forth in the RFQ [Request for Qualifications Packet].
B. Appointment/Designation of an Evaluation Committee to review, score and grade the submitted Statements of Qualifications pursuant to the criteria set forth in the RFQ [Request for Qualifications Packet].
2.
AI-79254
Acceptance and approval of 2nd Amendment to C-18-149-11-06 for the service of "Dead Body Pick-up and Transport Services" between Hidalgo County and Elite Transport and Clean-Up Service for further clarification of the out of county transporting fee for decedents.
3.
AI-79230
A. Approval of order for exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government code, Chapter/262.024 (a) (4), a professional service;
B. Pursuant to Government Code Title 10, Chapter 2254.002 & .003 /Professional Services Procurement Act , on the basis of demonstrated competence, acceptance and approval of contract C-21-183-01-26-with Dr. Fulgencio P. Salinas, M.D./forensic pathologist for the provision of autopsies & related services as drafted and developed by the Purchasing Dept. subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review as to legal form.
25.
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
26.
AI-79291
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
a. Emergency Rental Assistance Program
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. Emergency Rental Assistance Program
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
27.
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-79226
Claim of Jorge Garcia
E.
AI-79238
Claim of Arturo Lopez
28.
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)
29.
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-79227
Claim of Jorge Garcia
E.
AI-79239
Claim of Arturo Lopez
30.
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
31.
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
32.
Adjourn