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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING March 16, 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-79976
Approval of Proclamation calling for a moment of silence on March 17, 2021, the first anniversary of a local declaration of disaster for COVID-19.
7.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-79908
Proclamation declaring March 2021 as National Social Worker Month.
8.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-79847
District Attorney's Office - the Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (LEOSE) (1220):
Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2021 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,283.93 from the State Comptroller and approval to appropriate same.
Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2021 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,283.93 from the State Comptroller and approval to appropriate same.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-79888
FY 2019 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (1282):
Authorization and approval to submit a grant award modification in reference to JAG FY 2019 grant to the U.S. Department of Justice-Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-BJA)..
Authorization and approval to submit a grant award modification in reference to JAG FY 2019 grant to the U.S. Department of Justice-Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-BJA)..
B.
AI-79889
FY 2020 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (1282):
Authorization and approval to submit a grant award modification in reference to JAG FY 2020 grant to the U.S. Department of Justice-Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-BJA).
Authorization and approval to submit a grant award modification in reference to JAG FY 2020 grant to the U.S. Department of Justice-Bureau of Justice Assistance (USDOJ-BJA).
C.
AI-79883
Sheriff's Office and Constable Pct 4 FY 2019 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
Authorization and approval to submit a budget amendment (FRAGO) in reference to the FY 2019 Operation Stonegarden Grant to the Federal Emergency Management Agency-Department of Homeland Security (FEMA-DHS).
Authorization and approval to submit a budget amendment (FRAGO) in reference to the FY 2019 Operation Stonegarden Grant to the Federal Emergency Management Agency-Department of Homeland Security (FEMA-DHS).
10.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-79875
Constable Pct. 3 - Fed. Shrg. DOJ - 1261
Approval of the 2021 Appropriation of the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Fed. Sharing DOJ - Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $29,000.00 pending the closing of FY2020 by the Auditor's Office.
Approval of the 2021 Appropriation of the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Fed. Sharing DOJ - Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $29,000.00 pending the closing of FY2020 by the Auditor's Office.
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-79938
"Subject to Compliance with HB 1295" the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Rio United Builders, LLC., the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $453,000.00 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 29,30 & 32 (2016, 2017 & 2019) Elsa Fire Station and Equipment Funds.
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-79896
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $233,426.40 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program for the quarter of April to June 2020 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-79901
Requesting approval of the Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement from the National Foundation for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The purpose of the amendment is to extend the termination date to November 30, 2021.
C.
AI-79903
1. Requesting approval to accept the Immunization/Locals Grant Contract Amendment No. HHS000119700022 Amendment No. 3. The purpose of the amendment is to add $248,403.00 to support COVID-19 activities, to add the Immunization / Locals FY 22 funds in the amount of $649,320.00 and to extend the grant contract to end on August 31, 2022.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the grant contract.
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as approved by County Auditor in the amount of $649,320.00, $100,000.00 and $248,403.00 and appropriation of the same.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the grant contract.
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as approved by County Auditor in the amount of $649,320.00, $100,000.00 and $248,403.00 and appropriation of the same.
D.
AI-79920
1. Requesting approval to submit grant renewal application and budget for the Preventive Health and Health Services Program for FY 23 in the amount of $125,000.00. The program period will be from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023.
2. Requesting approval to submit a budget amendment request to add $10,416.67 to the existing Preventive Health and Health Services Program for FY 21.
2. Requesting approval to submit a budget amendment request to add $10,416.67 to the existing Preventive Health and Health Services Program for FY 21.
E.
AI-79824
Requesting approval to accept the Notice of New Contract Representative and Scrivener's Error in Amendment No. 1 for HHS Contract No. HHS000537900092. This notice identifies the MAC contract representative and corrects the contract effective date in the Amendment No. 1 to reflect 08/24/2019.
13.
WIC:
A.
AI-79851
WIC - Admin-Program 001-(1292)
1. Approval to accept the Additional Local Funding Notification FY 2021 (October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021) from the Health and and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Women,Infants and Children (WIC) Local Agency Contract #HHS000804500001 in the amount of $254,100.00.
2. Requesting Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount $236,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the the same.
WIC- Registered Dietitian -Program 012-(1292)
3. Requesting approval to accept the the Registered Dietitian FY 21 Additional Funding Notification in the amount of $6,000.00.
4. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $6,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the same.
WIC - Extra Funding Improving Participant Experience/Clinic IPE Program 023-(1292)
5. Requesting approval to accept the Extra improving Participant Experience Clinic IPE Program FY21 Revised Funding Notification in the amount of $5,000.00.
6. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $5,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the same.
WIC- Extra Funding - COVID Program 026- (1292)
7. Requesting approval to accept the WIC Extra Funding COVID FY21 Revised Funding Notification in the amount of $510,200.00.
8. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue as certified in the amount of $510,200.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the same.
WIC - Extra Funding Other Program 024- (1292)
9. Requesting approval to accept the WIC Extra Funding -Other FY Revised Funding Notification in the amount of $52,754.00.
10. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue as certified in the amount of $52,754.00 as certified by the County Auditor and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to accept the Additional Local Funding Notification FY 2021 (October 1, 2020 to September 30, 2021) from the Health and and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Women,Infants and Children (WIC) Local Agency Contract #HHS000804500001 in the amount of $254,100.00.
2. Requesting Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount $236,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the the same.
WIC- Registered Dietitian -Program 012-(1292)
3. Requesting approval to accept the the Registered Dietitian FY 21 Additional Funding Notification in the amount of $6,000.00.
4. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $6,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the same.
WIC - Extra Funding Improving Participant Experience/Clinic IPE Program 023-(1292)
5. Requesting approval to accept the Extra improving Participant Experience Clinic IPE Program FY21 Revised Funding Notification in the amount of $5,000.00.
6. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $5,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the same.
WIC- Extra Funding - COVID Program 026- (1292)
7. Requesting approval to accept the WIC Extra Funding COVID FY21 Revised Funding Notification in the amount of $510,200.00.
8. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue as certified in the amount of $510,200.00 as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the same.
WIC - Extra Funding Other Program 024- (1292)
9. Requesting approval to accept the WIC Extra Funding -Other FY Revised Funding Notification in the amount of $52,754.00.
10. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue as certified in the amount of $52,754.00 as certified by the County Auditor and appropriation of the same.
14.
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-79935
Health - IMM DIV COVID (1293):
Approval to create the following full-time temporary positions, effective 03/29/2021 thru 09/26/2021 as follows:
Approval to create the following full-time temporary positions, effective 03/29/2021 thru 09/26/2021 as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-012 | T001 - T015 | Medical Technician I | 05 |
C.
AI-79934
WIC - COVID-19 (1292):
1. Approval to create the following full-time temporary positions, effective 04/26/2021 through 09/30/2021 as follows:
1. Approval to create the following full-time temporary positions, effective 04/26/2021 through 09/30/2021 as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 350-026 | T001 - T015 | COVID-19 Clerk I | 01 |
D.
AI-79973
Discussion, consideration, and approval of Disaster Relief Temporary Employment (DRTE) Agreement between Hidalgo County and Workforce Solutions.
15.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-79945
Requesting authorization and approval to name a private road Off of Jesus Flores road, Missouri-Texas Land & Irrigation Co. Subdivision, Block 87, Lot 8, Elsa, Texas, as "Bumpy" SR ( service road ) for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC - 911 department.
16.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-79915
1. Requesting approval and authorization to declare a 20 mph speed limit and post a 20 mph speed limit sign on Grandview Drive in accordance with Texas Transportation Code §545.355(b)(2)(A).
2. Requesting approval and authorization to declare a 20 mph speed limit and post a 20 mph speed limit sign on Buena Vista Drive in accordance with Texas Transportation Code §545.355(b)(2)(A).
2. Requesting approval and authorization to declare a 20 mph speed limit and post a 20 mph speed limit sign on Buena Vista Drive in accordance with Texas Transportation Code §545.355(b)(2)(A).
17.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-79974
Discussion and approval of appointments to the Health Insurance and Voluntary Products Committee.
B.
AI-79886
TXDOT-Pct 4 FM1925 (FM907-Sharp Rd) (1315):
Approval of Agreement to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for FM 1925 from FM907 (Alamo Rd) to Sharp Road (CSJ #1803-02-035 / ROW CSJ #1803-02-036) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for said project.
Approval of Agreement to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for FM 1925 from FM907 (Alamo Rd) to Sharp Road (CSJ #1803-02-035 / ROW CSJ #1803-02-036) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for said project.
C.
AI-79887
TxDOT Pct. 1- ICA Weslaco-M10N (M6W-FM1015) 1315:
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 R&B fund & CO218B into Pct. 1 TxDOT project ICA Weslaco -M10N (M6W-FM1015) in the total amount of $410,516.29 to fund anticipated road expenditures.
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 R&B fund & CO218B into Pct. 1 TxDOT project ICA Weslaco -M10N (M6W-FM1015) in the total amount of $410,516.29 to fund anticipated road expenditures.
D.
AI-80012
Pct.4 (CO1357):
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from SM Veterans Park (1301) to Pueblo de Palmas Park (1357) in the amount of $100,000.00 to fund park improvements.
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from SM Veterans Park (1301) to Pueblo de Palmas Park (1357) in the amount of $100,000.00 to fund park improvements.
18.
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-79948
A. Approval of an exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TxLGC 262.024(a)(4), a professional service and Government Code Chapter 2254, Professional and Consulting Services based on demonstrated competence [at a fair and reasonable price];
B. Acceptance and approval of a professional consulting services agreement with Gregory Strategies, LLC in connection with providing strategic consulting services and legislative advocacy on behalf of Hidalgo County;
2.
AI-79949
Requesting acceptance, approval and adoption of the updated/revised attached document titled: "Legal Notice" for all procurement packets, as drafted in coordination between the Purchasing Department and District Attorney's Office - Civil Litigation Section which supersedes any and all prior versions.
3.
AI-79947
A. Requesting approval to exercise final six (6) month extension for Contract, C-20-538-03-16, awarded to Matt's Building Materials.
B. Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 for Contract, C-20-538-03-16, awarded to Matt's Building Materials, to exclude any and all Plywood and Lumber Materials.
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-79984
Office of Emergency Management:
Recommendation [by designated committee] to award the "qualified" submitted proposal including contract document to H2O Partners, Inc. (Consultant) for revising and updating Hidalgo County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Action Plan.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-79880
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.152, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Pct. 1 Vehicles/Equipment as listed on Exhibit "A" including authority to remove said personal property from the Hidalgo County Commissioner Pct. 1 inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001- 791.003 (2)(3) requesting acceptance and consideration to enter into an interlocal cooperation agreements [ILAs] between Hidalgo County and:
1. City of Progreso, and,
2. City of La Villa
for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus vehicles/equipment.
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001- 791.003 (2)(3) requesting acceptance and consideration to enter into an interlocal cooperation agreements [ILAs] between Hidalgo County and:
1. City of Progreso, and,
2. City of La Villa
for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus vehicles/equipment.
D.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-79894
A. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 4 Russell Road (Mile 17.5 from Rooth Road to Mon Mack Road);
B. Pursuant to HCCC approval of Professional Services Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $912,504.00 as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for Precinct 4 Russell Road (Mile 17.5 from Rooth Road to Mon Mack Road);
C. Pursuant to approval of Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC (Article 15) C-21-224-03-16, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of the following;
a. Traffic Analysis & Warrants
Mr. Jesse Salinas
TEDSI Infrastructure Group
1201 E. Interstate Hwy 2
Mission, TX 78572
b. Cultural Resources (Archeological & Historical)
Mr. Isidoro Arjona, P.E.
Raba-Kistner, Inc.
800 E. Hackberry
McAllen, TX 78501
c. ROW Acquisition Services
Mr. Joseph Palacios, CEO
Brighton Group, LLC
2805 Fountain Plaza Blvd., Suite A-1
Edinburg, TX 78539
B. Pursuant to HCCC approval of Professional Services Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $912,504.00 as it relates to Professional Engineering Services for Precinct 4 Russell Road (Mile 17.5 from Rooth Road to Mon Mack Road);
C. Pursuant to approval of Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC (Article 15) C-21-224-03-16, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of the following;
a. Traffic Analysis & Warrants
Mr. Jesse Salinas
TEDSI Infrastructure Group
1201 E. Interstate Hwy 2
Mission, TX 78572
b. Cultural Resources (Archeological & Historical)
Mr. Isidoro Arjona, P.E.
Raba-Kistner, Inc.
800 E. Hackberry
McAllen, TX 78501
c. ROW Acquisition Services
Mr. Joseph Palacios, CEO
Brighton Group, LLC
2805 Fountain Plaza Blvd., Suite A-1
Edinburg, TX 78539
2.
AI-79946
Requesting approval of Change Order No.1 in connection with Contract, C-20-608-12-08, awarded to M.J.A. Construction, LLC for the FM 2812 HCHS Program Parking Lot Improvements project, to extend the term of the contract for an additional 9 days due to adverse weather days.
3.
AI-79936
A. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC as it relates to Professional Construction Management Services for Precinct No. 4 - Design & Construction of Sunflower Park Project;
B. Pursuant to HCCC approval of Professional Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $159,628.58 as it relates to Professional Construction Management Services for Precinct 4 - Design & Construction of Sunflower Park.
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-79916
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of ERO's [contracted project architect] Programming Phase deliverables (Program of Spaces, Cost of Construction, Schedule, etc) in connection with Bio-Safety Lab project, through C-20-182-06-09;
B. Requesting approval to issue Notice to Proceed to move forward with the [Schematic] Design Phase in connection with the design and construction of the new Bio-Safety Lab Project for Hidalgo County.
F.
Community Service Agency
1.
AI-79855
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding/procurement requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(1) and (2) attached herein;
B. Requesting approval to enter into a 12 month term with Yardi Rent Relief System with a one time fee of $30K for services including, but not limited to, configuration, training, and support with ongoing monthly fees for technology, fund disbursement, case management and counseling [with actual fees dependent on the number of residents that are assisted by the program] including any present and future accessories/upgrades, renewals of maintenance, support services and annual licenses for the lifetime of the software and subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review as to legal form.
B. Requesting approval to enter into a 12 month term with Yardi Rent Relief System with a one time fee of $30K for services including, but not limited to, configuration, training, and support with ongoing monthly fees for technology, fund disbursement, case management and counseling [with actual fees dependent on the number of residents that are assisted by the program] including any present and future accessories/upgrades, renewals of maintenance, support services and annual licenses for the lifetime of the software and subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review as to legal form.
G.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-79909
Requesting authorization to purchase the following vehicles through the County's membership/participation with Goodbuy Cooperative under (Contract# 21-8F000 Exp. 12/31/21) as follows:
| Requisition | Vendor | Vehicle | Amount |
| 430284 | Silsbee Ford, Inc. | 2021 Ford Expedition | $37,917.00 |
| 430285 | Silsbee Ford, Inc. | 2021 Ford Transit | $34,310.25 |
2.
AI-79944
Presentation of sealed quotes received for the purpose of award and approval of contract number C-20-577-03-16 to the responsible vendor, ICS Jail Supplies, Inc. submitting the lowest and best quote (while meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached hereto) but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50,000 for: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Purchase of Security Correctional Mattresses, commencing 04/09/2021.
H.
District Attorney
1.
AI-79950
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 262.024(a)(4), a professional service;
B. Requesting approval to create a client profile account with NMS Labs, and acceptance of the Current List Price Fee Schedule through December 31, 2021 for various postmortem toxicology reports, on an as needed basis through a submission of Analysis Requisition and Chain of Custody form, as provided and requested by the vendor.
B. Requesting approval to create a client profile account with NMS Labs, and acceptance of the Current List Price Fee Schedule through December 31, 2021 for various postmortem toxicology reports, on an as needed basis through a submission of Analysis Requisition and Chain of Custody form, as provided and requested by the vendor.
19.
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
B.
AI-79993
Discussion, consideration and action on Resolution in support of legislation to create two new District Courts in Hidalgo County.
C.
AI-79998
Discussion, consideration and action to approve a no-cost Public Service Announcement (PSA) informing Hidalgo County Constituents the establishment of the Free Internet Public WiFi service to assist the citizens with distance learning, including technology improvements, as well as improving telework capability, related to public health measures and the ongoing COVID-19 Public Health Emergency a permitted under section [3.1.2] of the current agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc, to provide services for the Hidalgo County WiFi Project AI-76684, subject to final approval of PSA program by the County of Hidalgo
D.
AI-79849
Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Certification by State or Local Official of PHA Plans Consistency with the Consolidated Plan form for 2021 Annual Plan to be submitted by the Hidalgo County Housing Authority as required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
E.
AI-79907
Approval to accept settlement check from Direct Auto Insurance in the amount of $5,510.41 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)
20.
AI-80007
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
a. Interlocal agreement with sub-recipient municipalities
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. Interlocal agreement with sub-recipient municipalities
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
21.
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-79911
Claim of Victor Ibarra
E.
AI-79967
Claim of Luciano Velazquez and Miriam Rodriguez
F.
AI-80009
C-0944-21-B; Liborio Escamilla Flores v. Hidalgo County, Texas
22.
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)
23.
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-79912
Claim of Victor Ibarra
E.
AI-79968
Claim of Luciano Velazquez and Miriam Rodriguez
F.
AI-80010
C-0944-21-B; Liborio Escamilla Flores v. Hidalgo County, Texas
24.
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
25.
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
26.
Adjourn