CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
September 25, 2007
8:00 A.M.
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held in the Commissioners' Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Open Forum
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Discussion and action by Commissioners' Court for the transfer of Precinct No. 5 Constable personnel to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and all related processes.
7.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
1. Public hearing on the 2008 Proposed Budget as per Texas Local Government Code 111.067.
2. Adoption of the 2007 Hidalgo County Ad Valorem Tax Rate.
3. Discussion, consideration, and action on changes and corrections to the Proposed Budget.
4. Adoption of the 2008 Annual Budget.
5. Approval to set salaries, allowances, and other compensation.
2. Adoption of the 2007 Hidalgo County Ad Valorem Tax Rate.
3. Discussion, consideration, and action on changes and corrections to the Proposed Budget.
4. Adoption of the 2008 Annual Budget.
5. Approval to set salaries, allowances, and other compensation.
B.
Consideration of the Proposed Changes to Hidalgo County's Sick Leave Policy
C.
Approval of Interfund transfer from General Government Bldg. to Capital Outlay Fund (1301)-Bennett Building in the amount of 300.00 in order to pay for ADA inspection.
D.
Approval of 2007 intradepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 (1336), for Buildings & Grounds, in the amount of $25,000.00.
E.
Approval of 2007 intradepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2004 (1334), for Buildings & Grounds, in the amount of $10,000.00.
F.
Approval of 2007 Intradepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 (1336) for Juvenile Probation in the amount of $ 56,743.92.
G.
Approval of 2007 inter-fund transfer from County Wide Contingency (1100) to K-Mart Property-Other Equipment (1301) in the amount of $11,475.18.
8.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
1. Requesting authorization and approval to accept the attached OPHP Grant Contract # 2008-024590, Attachment # 001, in the amount of $ 126,424.00 for the period 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2008.
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached OPHP Grant Budget and Salary schedules for the period 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2008 (Account # 7-1293-441-00-340-006-8).
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached OPHP Grant Budget and Salary schedules for the period 9/1/2007 to 8/31/2008 (Account # 7-1293-441-00-340-006-8).
C.
Discussion and approval of Resolution authorizing sending notice to all health care providers, and pharmacies and authorizing the County to pay indigent and medicaid rates for the care of the inmates in the custody of Hidalgo County
D.
Discussion of the Health & Human Services departments potential options for the UPL Program.
9.
Auditor's Office - Ray Eufracio:
A.
Presentation and approval of the Audit of the Jail Commissary and Inmate Trust Fund Account for the year ended December 31, 2006
10.
Office of the County Judge:
A.
Approval of Proclamation proclaiming September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in Hidalgo County
B.
Approval of Proclamation proclaiming September as Infant Mortality Awareness Month in Hidalgo County
C.
Approval of Proclamation proclaiming September 24-28, 2007 as Esther Jimenez week in Hidalgo County
11.
Buildings & Grounds - Daniel Flores:
A.
Requesting approval to grant the use of the courtrooms at the Courthouse to Region One Education Service Center for the 2008 Mock Trial Competition the following dates: February 2, 4, 10 & 12, 2008
12.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bid and approval of contracts for the reconstruction including demolition of one (1) unit in the Countywide area in the total amount of $38,880.00 to J.D. Villarreal Construction.
13.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
1. PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
a. Birch Subdivision Pct. 1 (Oaktree Investments)
2. FINAL APPROVAL
a. Re-plat of Colonia Lucero Del Norte Pct. 1 (Carlos Leal)
b. Rios Apartment Complex Phase I Pct. 4 (Matias Rios)
3. FINAL APPROVAL WITH FINANCIAL GUARANTEE
a. Charlotte Subdivision Pct. 2 (Kyle Bennett)
4. RELEASE OF LETTER OF CREDIT
a. Eagle s Nest Estates Unit No. 3 Subdivision Pct. 1 (Tony Barbosa)
5. Discussion and Possible Action on amendments to the Hidalgo County Subdivision Rules
a. Birch Subdivision Pct. 1 (Oaktree Investments)
2. FINAL APPROVAL
a. Re-plat of Colonia Lucero Del Norte Pct. 1 (Carlos Leal)
b. Rios Apartment Complex Phase I Pct. 4 (Matias Rios)
3. FINAL APPROVAL WITH FINANCIAL GUARANTEE
a. Charlotte Subdivision Pct. 2 (Kyle Bennett)
4. RELEASE OF LETTER OF CREDIT
a. Eagle s Nest Estates Unit No. 3 Subdivision Pct. 1 (Tony Barbosa)
5. Discussion and Possible Action on amendments to the Hidalgo County Subdivision Rules
14.
Elections Administration - Teresa Navarro:
A.
Discussion, consideration, and approval of Elections Services Agreement (leasing of voting system) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Alamo for their November 6, 2007 City Commission Election.
15.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Discussion/Approval of Training and Technical Assistance Plan
B.
Discussion/Approval of Area Distribution for 2007-2008
C.
Discussion/Approval of the Administrative Plan
D.
Discussion/Approval of the Strategic Plan
E.
Discussion/approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Exercise Options to Extend (as part of current contracts) for an additional One (1) Year Term Lease Agreements for the following Facilities and/or Lands:
|
Vendor / Lessor
|
Site Location
|
| La Amistad Apartments L.P. (Donna IV) | 202 West South Avenue Donna, TX |
| Galilean Apartments L.P. (Edinburg III) | 3817 South I Road Edinburg, TX 78539 |
| Daniel Garza (Granjeno) | 6610 South FM 494 Mission, TX |
| El Pueblo Apartments L.P. (Las Milpas II) | 901 Thomas Pharr, TX |
| Padre De Vida Apartments L.P. (McAllen IV) | 3900 South Ware Road, McAllen, TX 78501 |
| El Patrimonio Apartments L.P. (McAllen VI) | 2601 Sara Avenue McAllen, TX |
| La Estancia Apartments L.P. (Mercedes II) | 3601 East Mile 8 North Mercedes, TX |
| Pueblo De Paz Apartments L.P. (Mission III) | 3401 North Mayberry Road Mission, TX |
| Rio De Vida Apartments L.P. (Mission IV) | 301 South Inspiration Mission, TX 78572 |
| Columbus Club of Weslaco (Weslaco II) | 9 Mile West 5 Miles North Weslaco, TX |
| San Martin De Porres Catholic Church (Western Rd.) | Corner of 2221 & Western Rd. Mission, TX 78572 |
| Edinburg Housing Authority (Edinburg I) | 225 South 25th Street Edinburg, TX |
| Edinburg Housing Authority (Edinburg II) | 1200 N, 1ST Edinburg, TX |
| The City of Elsa | 700 North West Broadway Elsa, TX |
| The City of McAllen (McAllen II STC) | 1001 South 16th St McAllen, TX |
| McAllen Housing Authority (Vine Terrace) | 2220 (B) North 27th St, McAllen TX |
| The City of Mission (Mission I) | 115 South Mayberry Road Mission TX |
| Monte Alto I.S.D. (Monte Alto) | Guadalupe St. & 1st Monte Alto, TX |
| The City of Peñitas (Peñitas) | 1803 FM 1427 Penitas, TX |
| City of Weslaco (Weslaco I) | 310 N.Kansas Weslaco, TX |
F.
Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Exercise the Option to Extend for an Additional One(1) Year Term Interlocal Agreements for Facilities and/or Land
G.
Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval of an Interlocal Agreement for Facilities between the Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Municipalities, Housing Authorities and Independent School Districts
H.
Discussion/Approval of Appointment of one (1) Community Representative by each member of the Commissioners' Court, to serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council for a one (1) Year Term according to 45CFR Chapter Xiii, 1304.50(b)(1)-b(7) beginning October 2007.
I.
Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer to the County's Surplus Department for Proper Disposition
J.
Discussion/Approval to Submit for Continuation Funding for Fiscal Year 2008 to the Department of Health and Human Services
K.
Discussion/Approval of the Community Needs Assessment
L.
Discussion/Approval of 2006 Audit
16.
WIC - Norma Longoria:
A.
1. Discussion, consideration, approval and authorization to continue the provision of WIC Services for FY 2008 commencing October 1, 2007 to September 30, 2008 pending contract.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of WIC Budget for FY 2008 (pending contract).
3. Approval of budget appropriation in the amount of $9,774,229.26 into WIC Adm.
4. Approval of WIC Salary Schedule FY 2008.
5. Approval to create the following:
(3) three permanent full-time positions/ slot no's. 350-001-0214 Clerk, -0215 Clerk, -0216 Nutritionist and
(1) one temporary full-Time position/ slot no. 350-001-T217 Nutritionist
6. Discussion, consideration, and approval of BF Peer Counselor Budget FY 2008 (pending award letter).
7. Approval of budget appropriation in the amount of $357,999.00 into WIC B/F Prog.
8. Approval of BF Peer Counselor Salary Schedule FY 2008.
9. Discussion, consideration and authorization to request two cellular phones for:
(a) Area Coordinator in Starr County, (b) NE/BF Coordinator.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of WIC Budget for FY 2008 (pending contract).
3. Approval of budget appropriation in the amount of $9,774,229.26 into WIC Adm.
4. Approval of WIC Salary Schedule FY 2008.
5. Approval to create the following:
(3) three permanent full-time positions/ slot no's. 350-001-0214 Clerk, -0215 Clerk, -0216 Nutritionist and
(1) one temporary full-Time position/ slot no. 350-001-T217 Nutritionist
6. Discussion, consideration, and approval of BF Peer Counselor Budget FY 2008 (pending award letter).
7. Approval of budget appropriation in the amount of $357,999.00 into WIC B/F Prog.
8. Approval of BF Peer Counselor Salary Schedule FY 2008.
9. Discussion, consideration and authorization to request two cellular phones for:
(a) Area Coordinator in Starr County, (b) NE/BF Coordinator.
17.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Approval of Sheriff/Constable Fee Schedule for Year 2008.
B.
1. Approval to apply for the Operation Linebacker--Hidalgo County Grant with the Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division.
2. Approval of Resolution.
2. Approval of Resolution.
C.
1. Approval of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces Agreement between Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office/Houston Division Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81, for the period of October 01, 2007 to September 30, 2008.
2. Approval of appropriation of funds for OCDE Grant in the amount of $300,000.00.
2. Approval of appropriation of funds for OCDE Grant in the amount of $300,000.00.
18.
Colonia Access Program - Agapito Vargas:
A.
Request Authorization to apply for an account with TxDOT Utility Installation Review (UIR) System.
19.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
A.
Approval to remove the following fixed asset items from inventory:
1. Grasshoper tractor w/ mower - asset no. 17122
2. Turbo system #KT-2 - asset no. 19193
3. WGV 2 double stack filter vessel - asset no. 25522
4. 1995 Computer Learning Crt. (refer to list) - asset no. 28436
5. 3 seat sofa ink blue - asset no. 30784
6. Computer/Best Buy - asset no. 31551
1. Grasshoper tractor w/ mower - asset no. 17122
2. Turbo system #KT-2 - asset no. 19193
3. WGV 2 double stack filter vessel - asset no. 25522
4. 1995 Computer Learning Crt. (refer to list) - asset no. 28436
5. 3 seat sofa ink blue - asset no. 30784
6. Computer/Best Buy - asset no. 31551
20.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Approval of appointment of member to the Tropical Texas MH/MR Board.
21.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
Requesting approval to name a county road located South Abram Road in Perezville as "Delgado St". It is the 4th street to the West from Business 83.
22.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
New Hidalgo County Jail
| Total Inmate Population: | __________ |
| Physical Count: | __________ |
| Males (in house): | __________ |
| Females (in house): | __________ |
| Out of County Facility: | __________ |
| La Villa: | __________ |
| Brooks Co. | __________ |
| Frio: | __________ |
| Other (n/c): | __________ |
| Federal Prisoners: | __________ |
| Adj./Sentenced to TDC: | __________ |
| Total Paper Ready TDC: | __________ |
| No. Over 45 Days: | __________ |
| Pending Paperwork/Courts: | __________ |
| Pending Charges/Courts: | __________ |
2.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
5.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
6.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Fleet Fueling System Application (ORIGINAL) to be forwarded to Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd. as submitted by the following listed departments detailing the "holder and user" under awarded contract for "Gasoline, On & Off Highway Diesel Fuel":
1. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2
2. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 4
1. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2
2. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 4
7.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) of an announcement/amendment to the present PPO Network through Texas True Choice of South Texas Health Systems effective October 1, 2007 which includes, but is not limited to: McAllen Medical Center, McAllen Heart Hospital, South Texas Behavioral Health Center, Cornerstone Regional Hospital, Edinburg Regional Medical Center, Edinburg Childrens Hospital, Edinburg Regional Rehab Center under Hidalgo County's Self-Funded Group Health Program.
8.
A. Pursuant to direction voiced and approved at Commissioners Court on 9-11-07, requiring presentations by the top three (at the very minimum) participants/providers (as recommended through County's consultant for the project) for proposers/providers responding to Hidalgo County's RFP for: "Third Party Administration. Individual Stop and Aggregate Stop Loss for Self-Funded Medical Plan, Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment" 07-126-10-17 requesting approval of an assignment of a value of __________(points) for said presentations and thus bringing total possible points to _______ so as to permit Commissioners Court to complete and finalize the scoring for the purposes of ranking and/or award(s); or, in the alternative,
B. Approval on the re-assignment of the current 100 scoring criteria points to include presentations by top three (3) (at the very minimum) proposers/providers.
B. Approval on the re-assignment of the current 100 scoring criteria points to include presentations by top three (3) (at the very minimum) proposers/providers.
9.
Presentation by Bill Rusteberg, Consultant for Hidalgo County's 457 Deferred Compensation Plan/Program of clarifications and options regarding action taken by CC on 9-11-07 authorizing the publication of an RFP for "Record Keeper Services" in connection with Hidalgo County's 457 Deferred Compensations Plan/Program including action (if necessary) on any additional procurements.
B.
Prct. 1
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 0715 in the amount of $ 2,000.00 submitted by Rodriguez Engineering with authority for County Auditor to issue payment (after review, and processing procedures completed) in connection with Contract # C-06-217-07-18 (PO# 585813) Work Authorization No. 7 for Various R&B and C.I.P. Projects Mile 4 1/2 (Reconstruct) (from Mile 5 North to City Limits)
C.
Prct. 2
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of requests for payment of the following invoices from R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, contracted engineer for Precinct No. 2, with authority for Auditor to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed C-06-251-08-15 WA#6,WA#8; C-05-229-06-21:
A) Invoice No. 2256 in the amount of $15,345.00 (McColl Rd II)
B) Invoice No. 2260 in the amount of $4,461.89 (MEG Testing Dicker to Military )
C) Invoice No. 2312 in the amount of $13,946.53 (Primavera I Subd.)
D) Invoice No. 2315 in the amount of $4,297.17 (Country Living Estates)
E) Invoice No. 2324 in the amount of $2,100.00 (Moore Rd Bridge Replacement)
F) Invoice No. 2338 in the amount of $3,600.00 (Tower Rd)
A) Invoice No. 2256 in the amount of $15,345.00 (McColl Rd II)
B) Invoice No. 2260 in the amount of $4,461.89 (MEG Testing Dicker to Military )
C) Invoice No. 2312 in the amount of $13,946.53 (Primavera I Subd.)
D) Invoice No. 2315 in the amount of $4,297.17 (Country Living Estates)
E) Invoice No. 2324 in the amount of $2,100.00 (Moore Rd Bridge Replacement)
F) Invoice No. 2338 in the amount of $3,600.00 (Tower Rd)
2.
Approval to execute AIA Document A101 awarded by CC on 09/11/07 for the "Construction Multipurpose Facility at South Tower Park," and to authorize project architect, VA Architecture, to issue and forward "Notice to Proceed" to contractor, Rio Valley Construction, Inc.
3.
A. Presentation for discussion, and consideration to recind previous action taken on September 04, 2007 requesting authority to advertise for sealed bids for One (1) New 2008 Regular Cab Truck (ie. cancel the project).
B. Requesting authority to purchase through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with TASB-Buyboard's awarded vendor Philpott Motors for: One (1) New 2007 Ford F150 Regular Cab for a total amount not to exceed $19,468.00 which includes delivery and buyboard fees. (Project #07-368)
B. Requesting authority to purchase through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with TASB-Buyboard's awarded vendor Philpott Motors for: One (1) New 2007 Ford F150 Regular Cab for a total amount not to exceed $19,468.00 which includes delivery and buyboard fees. (Project #07-368)
D.
Prct. 3:
1.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter/Section 262.024 (a) (4) '...a professional service' in connection with architectural services;
B. Presenation of scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners Court of three (3) architectual firms from the County's "pool" of archtects/firms for the provision of architectural services in connection with the design and construction of a pavilion at the Precinct 3's multipurpose center site;
1st._________________________; 2nd._________________________; 3rd._________________________;
C. Authorization for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional architectural services contract with the number one (1) ranked firm of ____________________________ in connection with the design and construction of a pavilion at the Precinct 3 multipurpose center;
B. Presenation of scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners Court of three (3) architectual firms from the County's "pool" of archtects/firms for the provision of architectural services in connection with the design and construction of a pavilion at the Precinct 3's multipurpose center site;
1st._________________________; 2nd._________________________; 3rd._________________________;
C. Authorization for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional architectural services contract with the number one (1) ranked firm of ____________________________ in connection with the design and construction of a pavilion at the Precinct 3 multipurpose center;
2.
Requesting authorization to purchase through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with TASBY/BUYBOARD awarded vendor Barbee Neuhaus Implement Company; One (1) 5525 New Utility Tractor w/Shredder in an amount not to exceed $65,276.30 which includes Buyboard pricing and accessories.
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 07087 in the amount of $ 5,500.00 submitted by Javier Hinojosa Engineering with authority for County Auditor to issue payment (after review, and processing procedures completed) in connection with Contract # C-07-228A-07-03 (PO # 590669) Work Authorization No. 1 for "Anzaldua's Boat Ramp"
E.
Prct. 4:
1.
Presentation of bids received for the purposes of award for the "Design and Construction of Retention Ponds at Tamarron Estates for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4" to lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications as presented & recommended by project engineer Quintanilla, Headly and Associates. (Bid No. 2007-355-09-19-MSS)
F.
Adult Probation:
1.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 262.024 (a)(4) '... a professional service' for legal services for "Community Supervision And Corrections Department (Adult Probation);
B. Requesting approval of the engagement of the services with the "Honorable Ofelia De Los Santos", for the provision of legal services for "Community Supervision And Corrections Department (Adult Probation).
B. Requesting approval of the engagement of the services with the "Honorable Ofelia De Los Santos", for the provision of legal services for "Community Supervision And Corrections Department (Adult Probation).
G.
Buildings & Grounds:
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion and approval of proposal received from Tandus US Inc. through our participation/membership with TXMAS contract No. 5-721A060A for the provision of labor and materials as attached hereto for approximately 150 s/y of commercial carpet "color #21026 tp be installed at the 13th Court of Appeals to include but not limited to floor prep, cove base installation and any other appurtenances as related to complete project #07-257 in the amount not to exceed $8,693.70.
2.
Presentation for consideration, discussion and approval of proposal received from Tandus US Inc. through our participation/membership with TXMAS contract No. 5-721A060A for the provision of labor and materials as attached hereto for approximately 189 S/Y of commercial carpet "color #28506 to be installed at the Master Court Room #1 to include but not limited to floor prep, cove base installation and any other appurtenances as related to complete project #07-393 in the amount not to exceed $6,948.93.
H.
Tax Office:
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion and action (if applicable) to award the lowest bid received meeting all specifications and requirements with approval of contract (subject to legal review) for: "Envelopes Including Printing of Tax Rolls Statements for the Year 2007 to the Edinburg Post Office"-Hidalgo County Tax Assessor/Collector RFB No. 2007-278-09-19-otm
I.
WIC:
1.
Recommending bid award to the bidder meeting all requirements, scope of services and term and conditions with approval of lease/contract (subject to legal review) for the RFB-Lease of Office Space in the City of Roma- WIC Clinic. (07-357).
Note: Renovation of an existing building will be made by the lessor and at lessor's cost and to be completed at least 45 days from the date of award and as evidenced through an executed lease/contract document in a form acceptable to Hidalgo County (abd subject to legal review).
Note: Renovation of an existing building will be made by the lessor and at lessor's cost and to be completed at least 45 days from the date of award and as evidenced through an executed lease/contract document in a form acceptable to Hidalgo County (abd subject to legal review).
J.
Community Service Agency
1.
Requesting authority to award and approval of lease agreement (subject to legal review) for the sole bid received meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the: "Lease of Office Space in the City of Edinburg" for the County of Hidalgo Community Service Agency Program.
K.
Colonia Access Program
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of an amendment to an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Alamo and County of Hidalgo under the Border Colonia Access Program/Project.
L.
Co. Wide
1.
Requesting approval to declare as "Salvage Property" (for the purposes of disposition through sale as scrap metal through County's contracted vendor) seven (7) damaged light fixtures with posts removed from the parking lot of the New Administration Building.
2.
HIDALGO COUNTY RE: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s).
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s).
3.
Presentation by for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims and/or invoices with authority for auditor to issue payment for the items detailed and attached hereto:
1. Health and Human Services Department for Xerox in the total amount of $274.17. Department did not have a purchase order for invoice #100044751 and #100132674.
2. Pct. #2 for Rio Grande Concrete Accessories in the amount of $308.60 for invoice #0139160-IN. Department had obtained purchase order # 581023, but engineer ordered other materials to be purchased instead of the items that were on the purchase order.
3. Health Department for CDW Gov't. in the amount of $2,606.81 for invoice #GNT2470. Department placed order with incorrect purchase order.
4. Juvenile Justice Court for West Payment Center (Thomson West) in the amount of $97.00 for invoice # 6046563894. Merchandise was received prior to obtaining a purchase order.
1. Health and Human Services Department for Xerox in the total amount of $274.17. Department did not have a purchase order for invoice #100044751 and #100132674.
2. Pct. #2 for Rio Grande Concrete Accessories in the amount of $308.60 for invoice #0139160-IN. Department had obtained purchase order # 581023, but engineer ordered other materials to be purchased instead of the items that were on the purchase order.
3. Health Department for CDW Gov't. in the amount of $2,606.81 for invoice #GNT2470. Department placed order with incorrect purchase order.
4. Juvenile Justice Court for West Payment Center (Thomson West) in the amount of $97.00 for invoice # 6046563894. Merchandise was received prior to obtaining a purchase order.
M.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for the following bids subject to TXDOT approval:
1. CAP-07-027-08-29 Road & Drainage Construction of RC Babb I Subdivision(s)
2. CAP-07-028-08-29 Road & Drainage Construction of RC Babb II Subdivision(s)
3. CAP-07-029-08-29 Road & Drainage Construction of RC Babb III Subdivision(s)
1. CAP-07-027-08-29 Road & Drainage Construction of RC Babb I Subdivision(s)
2. CAP-07-028-08-29 Road & Drainage Construction of RC Babb II Subdivision(s)
3. CAP-07-029-08-29 Road & Drainage Construction of RC Babb III Subdivision(s)
N.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of payments for the following invoices:
Invoice No Amount Project Description
2318 $4,207.36 NorthSide Village
2319 $2,126.04 Red Barn
2331 $3,328.20 Tiny Acres
submitted by Project Engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering, Inc.
Invoice No Amount Project Description
2318 $4,207.36 NorthSide Village
2319 $2,126.04 Red Barn
2331 $3,328.20 Tiny Acres
submitted by Project Engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering, Inc.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Application for Payment No 1 in the amount of $73,203.30, from Jimmy Closner Construction, contracted vendor for Southfork Subdivision submitted by project engineer Hinojosa Engineer. CAP-07-010-03-27.
O.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
Requesting authority to advertise for Road & Drainage Construction of Casa De Vecino (B.C.A.P. PROJECTS ROUND II) (Project Carried By: Javier Hinojosa Engineer)
P.
Sheriff's Office
1.
I. Recommending award of bid and approval of contract (solicited through sealed quotes) for "Lease of Tower Space" to sole bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements.
Q.
Juvenile Probation
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and ratification of action taken by "Juvenile Board Of Judges" meeting date of August 22, 2007, for the approval of the "Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program award of contract with Southwest Key, Inc."-RFP NO: 2007-082-04-04-VYG, for the "Operation and Management Of The Hidalgo County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program"-FY 2007-2008 School Year.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of draft requirement, qualifications, scope of services and modified/revised insurance requirements (Exhibit C) for professional medical services for Hidalgo County's porject specfic RFQ:Request For Qualifications for "Chief Physician Services for Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center"
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Closed Session: Cause No. CL-07-3004-A; Juan Hugo Manzanares vs County of Hidalgo
24.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Open Session: Cause No. CL-07-3004-A; Juan Hugo Manzanares vs County of Hidalgo
25.
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
26.
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
27.
Adjourn