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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING February 2, 2021 10:00 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, Governor Abbott has suspended various provisions that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present at a specified meeting location. As a result, all or some government officials may participate via videoconference. Additionally, members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
To participate in public comment, please call: (956) 292-7630 and you will be given further instruction and be provided with a toll free number at that time.
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Open Forum
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-79381
Discussion, consideration and possible action on Waiver of Delinquent Property Tax Penalties and Interest.
7.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-79414
Proclamation honoring Mission Police Officer Lt. Javier Ramon
B.
AI-79415
Discussion, consideration and approval of appointment to the Hidalgo County Tax Increment Reinvestment Board - Penitas
8.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-79314
Resolution in honor of Mrs. Lydia Maldonado for her dedicated public service in the unincorporated areas within the County of Hidalgo
9.
District Courts:
A.
AI-79349
449th District Court - Juvenile Mental Health Court Program:
1. Authorization to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Program in relation to the FY 2022 Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program.
2. Approval for Resolution in Support of the Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Mental Health Court Program and to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
3. Approval of CEO/Law Enforcement Certification and Assurances Form and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
1. Authorization to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Program in relation to the FY 2022 Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program.
2. Approval for Resolution in Support of the Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Mental Health Court Program and to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
3. Approval of CEO/Law Enforcement Certification and Assurances Form and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
B.
AI-79348
449th District Court - Juvenile Drug Court Program:
1. Authorization to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Grants Program for FY 2022 in relation to the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program.
2. Approval of Resolution in Support of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program and to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
3. Approval of CEO/Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
1. Authorization to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Grants Program for FY 2022 in relation to the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program.
2. Approval of Resolution in Support of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program and to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
3. Approval of CEO/Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
10.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-79360
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-79322
DA - Victim's Unit Court Advocate Project (VUCAP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
C.
AI-79241
DA's Office - Border Prosecution Unit Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022 Border Prosecution Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022 Border Prosecution Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
11.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa:
A.
AI-79114
1. Public hearing regarding the District Court Records Archive Preservation & Restoration Plan, in accordance with Texas Government Code §51.305(f).
2. Discussion, consideration, & approval of the District Court Records Archive Preservation & Restoration Plan, pursuant to Texas Government Code §51.305.
3. Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds for the District Clerk Record Archive in the amount of $104,899.31 to fund archival imaging & indexing of case files.
2. Discussion, consideration, & approval of the District Court Records Archive Preservation & Restoration Plan, pursuant to Texas Government Code §51.305.
3. Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds for the District Clerk Record Archive in the amount of $104,899.31 to fund archival imaging & indexing of case files.
12.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-79337
Sheriff's Office - LBSP (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 22 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 22 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Funding period September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2022.).
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 22 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 22 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Funding period September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2022.).
B.
AI-79341
State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) Grant (1284):
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) FY 2019 Grant in the amount of $348,589.00 and appropriation of same.
2. Authorization and approval to submit a budget amendment in reference to State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) 2019.
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) FY 2019 Grant in the amount of $348,589.00 and appropriation of same.
2. Authorization and approval to submit a budget amendment in reference to State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) 2019.
C.
AI-79340
1. Requesting acceptance and approval of purchase of plaques for employee recognition for years of service with the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of public purpose purchase of challenge coins in recognition of Hidalgo County Adult Detention Officers.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of public purpose purchase of challenge coins in recognition of Hidalgo County Adult Detention Officers.
D.
AI-79213
Requesting authorization for the County Judge as Chief Executive Officer and Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra as Head of Department to sign the CEO Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form for participation in all aspects of the programs and procedures utilized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
E.
AI-79378
Requesting authorization for the County Judge as Authorized Official to sign the Prohibited Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services and Equipment Certification Form for participation in all federal grants.
13.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-79294
Requesting approval for the County Judge to execute FY 2020 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
14.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-79379
Constable Pct. 2 - LBSP (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2022 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through e-grants.
2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application form and related documents under
e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 2022 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2022 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through e-grants.
2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application form and related documents under
e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 2022 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents.
15.
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-79042
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve payment of certain COVID-19 related overtime hours to FLSA covered employees listed in Exhibit A in accordance with Section 7.51 of the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and Section 8.40 of the Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual for overtime hours worked through March 31, 2021.
2. Discussion, consideration, and action to waive Section 7.61 of the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and to approve payment of certain COVID-19 related overtime hours to FLSA non-covered employees listed in Exhibit B for overtime hours worked through March 31,2021.
2. Discussion, consideration, and action to waive Section 7.61 of the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and to approve payment of certain COVID-19 related overtime hours to FLSA non-covered employees listed in Exhibit B for overtime hours worked through March 31,2021.
C.
AI-79355
Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/15/2021:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/15/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance | Net Change |
| Add Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0018 | Supervisor II | $0.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 |
16.
Urban County:
A.
AI-79288
1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for revision to the Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Citizen Participation Plan. Notice to the Public Hearing was published on January 13, 2021
2. Approval of the Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Citizen Participation Plan as submitted.
2. Approval of the Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Citizen Participation Plan as submitted.
B.
AI-79353
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services;
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Professional Engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 La Joya Street Improvement funds.
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________________ for the provision of Engineering Service for an Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 La Joya Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Professional Engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 La Joya Street Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| M2 Engineering | 95.0% | |
| S & B Infrastructure, Ltd. | 92.0% | |
| Javier Hinojosa Engineering | 86.0% |
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________________ for the provision of Engineering Service for an Urban County Program Year 33, 2020 La Joya Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
C.
AI-79359
"Subject to Compliance with HB 1295" the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with 2GS LLC dba Earthworks, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $206,892.25, utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 33(2020) San Juan Street Improvement Funds.
D.
AI-79363
"Subject to compliance with HB 1295" the Urban County Program is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with Hinojosa Engineering in the amount of $30,000.00, utilizing CDBG FY 29 (2016) and FY 33 (2020) City of Palmview Street Improvements Funds and approval of Work Authorization No. 1.
E.
AI-79362
"Subject to compliance with HB 1295" the Urban County Program is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with SAM Engineering and Surveying in the amount of $25,413.96, utilizing CDBG FY 32 (2019) City of San Juan Street Improvements Funds and approval of Work Authorization No. 1.
17.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-79334
Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application and budget for the CPS/HAZARDS FY 22 grant program. The award amount is $592,548.00 and the program period is from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022. This program requires a ten percent local funds match.
18.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-79407
Receipt, review, and approval of closing documents for the purchase of a tract of land known as Parcel 3 for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Road (10th St to McColl Rd) Project with authority for the County Judge and/or Executive Officer to sign closing documents.
19.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-79313
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.
B.
AI-79315
Approval to designate funds in 2020 for expenditures related to the following program:
| Program# | Program | Amount |
| 200-002 | IT Countywide | $315,000.00 |
| 121-001 | Pct 1 Sanitation | $513,618.00 |
| 122-001 | Pct 2 Sanitation | $315,000.00 |
| 124-001 | Pct 4 Sanitation | $638,552.00 |
C.
AI-79367
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
Approval of clarification to agenda item # 79259 stated for the record position title for slot 0173 Assistant District Attorney III. The correct position title for slot 0173 is Assistant District Attorney II.
Approval of clarification to agenda item # 79259 stated for the record position title for slot 0173 Assistant District Attorney III. The correct position title for slot 0173 is Assistant District Attorney II.
D.
AI-79366
Heath - COVID (1293):
Approval of back pay for employee #243566 in the amount of $4.58, effective 11/23/2020.
Approval of back pay for employee #243566 in the amount of $4.58, effective 11/23/2020.
E.
AI-79330
Various Departments:
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan, effective 01/12/2021:
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan, effective 01/12/2021:
| FROM | TO | ||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary |
| Discretionary Step | 012-001 | 0006 | Bailiff II (DC) | 13/01 | $51,084.00 | 13/02 | $52,872.00 |
| Discretionary Step | 030-001 | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator (CC) | 12/01 | $47,300.00 | 12/02 | $48,956.00 |
| Discretionary Step | 123-005 | 0001 | Chief Administrator | 20/01 | $90,614.00 | 20/04 | $97,067.00 |
F.
AI-79382
Sheriff (1100):
1. Approval of changes to the 2021 Salary Schedule, effective 01/01/2021:
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfers.
1. Approval of changes to the 2021 Salary Schedule, effective 01/01/2021:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Obj. | Position Title | R/S | Adopted Budgeted Salary | R/S | Adopted Budgeted Salary | Variance | ||
| Budget Process Correction | 280-001 | 0116 | 118 | Deputy Sheriff | 06/02 | $500.00 | 06/02 | $0.00 | ($500.00) | ||
| 119 | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 | ||||||||
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfers.
G.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-79385
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 111.070, approval of emergency appropriation from the General Fund - Fund Balance in the amount of $1,000,000.00 for emergency related vaccine expenditures.
2.
AI-79318
Approval to undesignate funds in 2021 for expenditures related to the following program(s) and appropriation of the same:
| Program# | Program | Amount |
| 200-002 | IT Countywide | $945,149.46 |
| 121-001 | Pct 1 Sanitation | $513,618.00 |
| 122-001 | Pct 2 Sanitation | $315,000.00 |
| 124-001 | Pct 4 Sanitation | $638,552.00 |
20.
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
AI-79386
Pursuant to Article 37 of the current Master Services Agreement [#C-17-314-03-26] between HC and Foremost Telecommunications, acceptance and approval of the Quote [attached to AI Backup Drive] for the provision of SIP [Session Initiation Protocol/voice over Internet Protocol/VoIP] and, if required, include additional DIDs [rates/charges noted on Service Order] in order to expand telephone service capacity with authority for County Judge or Executive Officer to execute said Service Order(s).
2.
AI-79369
A. Restatement of approved lease agreement between HC and WILLSCOT [CC 03-12-19 R.AI#69353] which permits a month to month provision [unless terminated by County pursuant to terms & conditions of agreement] located on site of Pct. #1 offices on Joe Stephens in Weslaco, Tx;
B. Acceptance and approval of invoices from WILLSCOT [as attached herein] for the months of January and February 2021 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after HC Auditor completes the review/audit process;
C. Approve an exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx Local Gov't. Code, 282.024(a)(1)&(2) as attached herein due to the continue pandemic emergency;
D. Approval to continue month to month rental with WILLSCOT to house staff of the Hidalgo County Community Service [or other County elected office, department, agency or program] until otherwise terminated by HCCC in accordance with the lease terms and conditions.
B. Acceptance and approval of invoices from WILLSCOT [as attached herein] for the months of January and February 2021 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after HC Auditor completes the review/audit process;
C. Approve an exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx Local Gov't. Code, 282.024(a)(1)&(2) as attached herein due to the continue pandemic emergency;
D. Approval to continue month to month rental with WILLSCOT to house staff of the Hidalgo County Community Service [or other County elected office, department, agency or program] until otherwise terminated by HCCC in accordance with the lease terms and conditions.
B.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-79333
Approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 with Halff Associates, Inc. - C-20-086-03-10 to extend the termination date to March 9, 2022.
2.
AI-79325
Recommendation & approval to reject all bids received for RFB No. 2020-085-11-18-HGO - North Alamo Rd. Realignment, as all bids received, were over budget and the project will be re-let with revisions to procurement packet to be review and concurred by TxDOT.
C.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-79319
Acceptance and approval of proposal received from E3 Entegral Solutions Inc. through our membership/participation with Buyboard contract 602-20 to perform a turn-key lighting retrofit at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $437,466.29 including material, labor, equipment, installation, storage and handling of said materials.
D.
District Attorney
1.
AI-79328
A. Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension [as provided under current contract E-20-008-01-28 ] "Hidalgo County - Psychological Evaluation Services for Defendant (Competency)" with Gregorio Pina,III, Ph.D.;
B. Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for RFP 2020-553-" HC Psychological Evaluation Services for Defendants (Competency)" for Hidalgo County District Attorney to include re-advertising, if necessary;
C. Pursuant to procurement packet, requesting appointment of an evaluating committee to review responses received for RFP #2020-553.
B. Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for RFP 2020-553-" HC Psychological Evaluation Services for Defendants (Competency)" for Hidalgo County District Attorney to include re-advertising, if necessary;
C. Pursuant to procurement packet, requesting appointment of an evaluating committee to review responses received for RFP #2020-553.
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E.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-79418
Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Weslaco for the purpose of effectively responding to health threats and emergencies subject to final review as to legal form by HC/DA/Civil section.
21.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
22.
AI-79376
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
a. Second Amendment to Cares Act Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with UTRGV
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. Second Amendment to Cares Act Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with UTRGV
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code.
C.
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
D.
AI-79342
Claim of Amelia Palomares
E.
AI-79344
Claim of Maria Esthela Villarreal
F.
AI-79346
Hidalgo County v. Anna Pacheco Cruz & Inez Garcia Lopez
24.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
25.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency
D.
AI-79343
Claim of Amelia Palomares
E.
AI-79345
Claim of Maria Esthela Villarreal
F.
AI-79347
Hidalgo County v. Anna Pacheco Cruz & Inez Garcia Lopez
26.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
27.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
28.
Adjourn