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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING April 20, 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-80462
Approval of Resolution congratulating UTRGV chess team.
7.
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-80310
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 from April 1, 2021 through June 30, 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 from April 1, 2021 through June 30,2021.
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 from April 1, 2021 through June 30,2021.
C.
AI-80456
Community Service Agency (3300):
Approval to create the following full-time temporary positions for 37 weeks, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval and ending 12/31/2021, as follows:
Approval to create the following full-time temporary positions for 37 weeks, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval and ending 12/31/2021, as follows:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Salary |
| Create 4 positions | 901-033 | T082 - T085 | Eligibility Worker I | $27,187.00 |
| Create 4 positions | 901-033 | T086 - T089 | Case Study Manager | $32,115.00 |
| Create 1 position | 901-033 | T090 | Coordinator II | $43,796.00 |
| Create 1 position | 901-033 | T091 | Accountant I | $33,439.00 |
8.
Urban County:
A.
AI-80420
Urban County Program (UCP) is requesting consideration and approval a Resolution authorization the submission of a 2021-2022 Colonia Fund: Construction (CFC) application in the amount up to $1,000,000.00; and Authorize the County Judge, Richard F. Cortez to act as the County's Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in the Texas Department of Agriculture's Texas Community Development Block Grant Program 2021-2022 CFC application.
B.
AI-80421
Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with RBM Contractors LLC, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $235,700.51 utilizing Edcouch Street Improvements, UCP funds from Fiscal Years FY 31, 32 & 33 (2018-2020).
C.
AI-80382
"Subject to compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable." The CDBG-DR GLO 2015 Housing Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following (pending legal review):
- (2) Units in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $171,400.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors
- (1) Unit in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $75,500.00 to A-One Insulation.
9.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-80409
1. Discussion, consideration and possible action to open two bank accounts for each of the following grants:
Rental Relief Program and Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), with designation for Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez and CSA Executive Director Jaime Longoria as signatories on such accounts.
2. Authorization for Jaime Longoria and County Judge to sign any and all pertinent documents associated with the establishment of the accounts.
Rental Relief Program and Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), with designation for Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez and CSA Executive Director Jaime Longoria as signatories on such accounts.
2. Authorization for Jaime Longoria and County Judge to sign any and all pertinent documents associated with the establishment of the accounts.
10.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-80392
Discussion on Election Updates.
11.
WIC:
A.
AI-80364
WIC Lactation Support Center Services (1292):
1. Requesting permission to accept the Amendment #2 to Contract No.HHS000455900001 in the amount of $200,000.00 to increase the total amount of the contract to $600,000.00.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature page for Amendment #2 Contract No. HHS000455900001.
3. Requesting approval for the Certification of Revenue in the amount $200,000.00as approved by County Auditor.
4. Requesting approval of the Budget Appropriation the amount of $200,000.00.
1. Requesting permission to accept the Amendment #2 to Contract No.HHS000455900001 in the amount of $200,000.00 to increase the total amount of the contract to $600,000.00.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature page for Amendment #2 Contract No. HHS000455900001.
3. Requesting approval for the Certification of Revenue in the amount $200,000.00as approved by County Auditor.
4. Requesting approval of the Budget Appropriation the amount of $200,000.00.
12.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-80416
1.
Preliminary Approval
a. La Homa Crossing Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Red Rock Real Estate Dev. Group, LTD.) (La Homa Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 41 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 ultimately 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 and 3 internal streets to be paved.
a. La Homa Crossing Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Red Rock Real Estate Dev. Group, LTD.) (La Homa Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 41 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 ultimately 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 and 3 internal streets to be paved.
13.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-80449
Appointment of member to the Hidalgo County Housing Authority Board.
14.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-80447
1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by (CC-03/30/21-AI-80143) and item #1 (CC-12/20/20-AI-78779) for ICA and First Amendment to the ICA between Hidalgo County and The University of Health Science Center of Houston for the "Tu Salud; Si Cuenta!" for a community outreach program/activities provided within Precinct 1 & 4.
2. Requesting approval of an updated ICA document by and between the University of Health Science Center of Houston on behalf of its Department of Brownsville Regional Campus and Hidalgo County to provide: Tu Salud/Si Cuenta for a community outreach program/activities within Precinct 1 & 4, with modified commencement date, November 23, 2020, expiring, September 30, 2021.
2. Requesting approval of an updated ICA document by and between the University of Health Science Center of Houston on behalf of its Department of Brownsville Regional Campus and Hidalgo County to provide: Tu Salud/Si Cuenta for a community outreach program/activities within Precinct 1 & 4, with modified commencement date, November 23, 2020, expiring, September 30, 2021.
B.
AI-80443
1. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Edinburg for road reconstruction improvements to a portion of North Mon Mack Road.
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road improvement project to a portion of North Mon Mack Road (North of Monte Cristo).
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road improvement project to a portion of North Mon Mack Road (North of Monte Cristo).
15.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-80454
CSA-Emergency Rental Assistance Program (1287):
a. Approval to accept funds received from the US Treasury for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
b. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and Community Service Agency for administration of the Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds received, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue periodic payments to the Community Service Agency on an as needed basis after auditing procedures by the County Auditor.
a. Approval to accept funds received from the US Treasury for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
b. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and Community Service Agency for administration of the Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds received, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue periodic payments to the Community Service Agency on an as needed basis after auditing procedures by the County Auditor.
B.
AI-80453
Discussion, consideration and approval of a short-term loan to Community Service Agency in the amount of $500,000.00 to be repaid from grant reimbursements 90 days after the expiration of the Emergency Solutions Grant - Corona Virus Program (ESG-CV).
C.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-80369
JP PRSRVTN of Vital Stats (1100):
Approval of appropriation of funds from General Fund Restricted Fund Balance - JP PRSRV Vital Sta for JP PRSRVTN of Vital Stats in the amount of $6,644.50 to fund employee background checks, the ordering of birth/death certificates and anticipated expenses.
Approval of appropriation of funds from General Fund Restricted Fund Balance - JP PRSRV Vital Sta for JP PRSRVTN of Vital Stats in the amount of $6,644.50 to fund employee background checks, the ordering of birth/death certificates and anticipated expenses.
2.
AI-80406
Various SOA1350 (1303):
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $1,660,000.00 from proceeds received from the sale of the South Detention Basin and appropriation of the same.
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $1,660,000.00 from proceeds received from the sale of the South Detention Basin and appropriation of the same.
3.
AI-80335
Justice Court Tech Fund (1242):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds for the Justice Court Tech Fund (1242) unassigned fund balance in the amount of $246,000.00 to fund JP Technology expenses
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds for the Justice Court Tech Fund (1242) unassigned fund balance in the amount of $246,000.00 to fund JP Technology expenses
4.
AI-80386
A. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for various TXDOT projects.
B. Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for various TXDOT projects in the total amount of $20,444,321.47.
B. Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for various TXDOT projects in the total amount of $20,444,321.47.
16.
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-80432
Requesting approval to award to sole responsible bid received from vendor, "Cemex" for RFB:2020-543-03-24-JJR titled: "Purchase of Concrete Mix and Delivery."
B.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-80461
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of Engineering Professional Services for Traffic & Safety Studies;
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ___________________ .
B. Presentation of scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of Engineering Professional Services for Traffic & Safety Studies;
| KCI Technologies, Inc. | R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation | SDI Engineering, LLC | |
| Evaluator 1 | 98 | 95 |
92
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| Evaluator 2 | 99 | 96 | 89 |
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ___________________ .
2.
AI-80424
Requesting approval of "on-call" agreement between Hidalgo County and Professional Appraisal Services, Inc. - C-21-0437-04-20 for the provision of "On-Call Appraisal Services for projects located within Precinct 3.
3.
AI-80422
Requesting approval of "on-call" agreement between Hidalgo County and J & R Engineering, LLC. - C-21-0436-04-20 for the provision of "On-Call Engineering Services for projects located within Precinct 3.
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-80425
A. Requesting approval of professional engineering services agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC for Project-Specific Civil Engineering Services for the Design of Beacon Lights on 10th Street (Chapin & Rogers Rds.) for Pct. 4 as approved for negotiations by CC on 03/23/21.
B. Approval of Work Authorization #1 for the Design of Beacon Lights for 10th Street (Chapin & Rogers Rds.) in the amount of $24,362.00.
B. Approval of Work Authorization #1 for the Design of Beacon Lights for 10th Street (Chapin & Rogers Rds.) in the amount of $24,362.00.
D.
IT Department
1.
AI-80380
Approval of vArmour Networks, Inc. Mutual Nondisclosure Agreement to allow exploration of a possible business relationship.
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-80381
Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and Progreso Independent School District for the purpose of effectively responding to public health threats and emergencies.
F.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-80407
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.152, discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Vehicles as listed on Exhibit "A" including authority to remove said personal property from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001- 791.003 (2)(3) requesting acceptance and action to enter into an interlocal cooperation agreements [ILAs] between Hidalgo County and:
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001- 791.003 (2)(3) requesting acceptance and action to enter into an interlocal cooperation agreements [ILAs] between Hidalgo County and:
- City of Palmview
- San Manuel Volunteer Fire Department
for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus vehicles.
2.
AI-80400
Authority to purchase law enforcement uniforms for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office with Galls, LLC. under our membership/participaion with Buyboard contract 587-19 through requisition 428399 in the amount of $57,594.40.
3.
AI-80388
Recommendation by HC Sheriff's Office & action to reject bid received for RFB No. 2021-004-03-10-TDL - Emergency and Non-Emergency Medical Transportation for Inmates, as bid received, was over budget.
G.
District Attorney
1.
AI-80391
Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 with an estimated cost of $7,025.70 as submitted by Raba Kistner, Inc. through On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-20-687-12-29) for Construction Materials & Geotechnical Testing Services for the HC Forensic Center Project.
2.
AI-80357
A.) Presentation of Evaluation Committee's scoring grid results for RFP No. 2020-553-02-24-ABV Psychological Evaluation for Defendants (Competency) for CC to approve the respondent's as "Qualified" to proceed to the negotiation phase of the process [as HC has option for multiple awards];
B.) Authorization for the Purchasing Department to commence negotiations with both "Qualified" participants for the aforementioned project:
B.) Authorization for the Purchasing Department to commence negotiations with both "Qualified" participants for the aforementioned project:
- Gregorio Piña, III PhD
- Mid Valley Behavior And Psychological Services
H.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-80431
A. Requesting discussion, consideration and applicable action to exercise a one (1) year extension option to the current awarded vendors below for Disaster Recovery Services with an current expiration date of 08-26-21:
| Contract No. | Awarded Vendor | |
| Primary | C-19-074-08-27 | Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. |
| Secondary | C-19-074a-08-27 | CrowderGulf, LLC |
| Tertiary | C-19-074b-08-27 | DRC Emergency Services, LLC |
OR;
B. Requesting approval to publish a new RFP procurement packet with any changes/modifications proposed by CC members.
17.
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-80472
Requesting authority for County Judge to sign the Request for Inspection Form from Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation for Hidalgo Co. Pct. #1 New Tax Office
C.
AI-80419
Approval to accept settlement check from Pronto Insurance in the amount of $920.00 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)
18.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
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
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
19.
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-80475
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Camp
E.
AI-80428
Cause No.CL-19-2490-A; Gabriel Garcia Espinoza v. Hidalgo County
F.
AI-80395
Claim of Frontier Communications
20.
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)
21.
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-80476
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Camp
E.
AI-80429
Cause No.CL-19-2490-A; Gabriel Garcia Espinoza v. Hidalgo County
F.
AI-80396
Claim of Frontier Communications
22.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
23.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
24.
Adjourn