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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
May 25, 2021
2:00 P.M.
                                          

NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:

In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, Governor Abbott has suspended various provisions that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present at a specified meeting location.  As a result, all or some government officials may participate via videoconference.  Additionally, members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at:
www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive

To participate in public comment, please call: (956) 292-7630 and you will be given further instruction and be provided with a toll free number at that time.

1.
Roll Call
 
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
 
3.
Prayer
 
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
 
5.
Open Forum
 
6.
Constable Pct. #3:
 
A.
AI-80906
Resolution in honor of Chief Rene Gonzalez for 35 years of service.
 
B.
AI-80840
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Noe Garza, Jr., as Reserve Deputy Constable by Lazaro Gallardo, Jr. Constable Pct. 3, in accordance to the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
 
C.
AI-80841
Constable Pct. 3 - Irrigation District No. 6 (1285):
1. Requesting approval to continue payment from General Fund for the employee currently hired under the Irrigation District #6 agreement, pending approval to renew agreement for the year 2021.
2. Requesting approval to renew Interlocal Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas (acting by and through the office of Constable, Precinct 3) and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6 with second amendment agreement to be effective on May 31, 2021 through May 30, 2022 (FY 2021).
3. Requesting approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in the amount of $45,000.00
4. Requesting approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $75,720.90.
 
D.
AI-80831
Requesting approval for County Treasurer to process payment for fuel reimbursment in the amount of $18.50 to Deputy Jhoan Moreno after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Deputy Moreno paid for fuel expenses with his personal debit/credit card due to County Fuel Card not working properly. 
 
7.
Constable Pct. #5:
 
A.
AI-80972
STEP-CIOT Hidalgo County Const Pct.5 (1284):
1.  Authority for the County Judge to sign TxDot Form 2433 Internal Compliance Program Certification.
2.  Authority for Constable Pct. 5 to submit signed document to TxDot.
 
8.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
 
A.
AI-80944
Present and discuss update on collections for Scofflaw Program.
 
B.
AI-80945
Recognition of appreciation for Health Department, Human Resources, and Facilities Management during COVID-19 Pandemic.
 
9.
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
 
B.
AI-80888
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Winter Storm Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and The Lower Rio Grande Valley Workforce Development Board.

2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Disaster Relief Temporary Employment (DRTE)  Agreement between Hidalgo County and Workforce Solutions.
 
10.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-80902
Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Written Acknowledgement of Completion of Cybersecurity Training Program as required by the Texas Health & Human Services.
 
B.
AI-80895
1.  Requesting approval to accept the Preventive Health & Health Services grant contract 537-17-0287-00001 Amendment No. 5.  The purpose of the amendment is to add $10,416.67 to the fiscal year 2021 period and to renew the contract for fiscal year 2022 by adding $125,000.00 and extending the term to September 30, 2022.  
2.  Requesting approval of the certification of revenue in the amount of $135,416.67 and appropriation of the same.  
 
C.
AI-80892
1.  Requesting approval to accept the Regional Local Services System / Local Public Health Services grant contract no. HHS001026900001 and for County Judge to e-sign all related documents. 
2.  Requesting approval of the certification of revenue as approved by county auditor in the amount of $204,806.00 and appropriation of the same.  
 
11.
Head Start Program:
 
A.
AI-80909
Presentation of Plan for Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Park 
 
B.
AI-80882
Discussion/Approval to Disburse Lump Sum Summer Paychecks to Staff Who Resign as of the Last Summer Leave Day/Last Working Day for Position Assigned
 
C.
AI-80883
Discussion/Approval of the Eleven (11) Program Calendars for Program Year 2021-2022
 
12.
Community Service Agency:
 
A.
AI-80932
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept amendment No. 2 to the PY 2020 the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) and Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) Contract #61200003346 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
 
B.
AI-80890
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the AmeriCorps Notice of Grant Award for year 2021-2022 as follows: 1. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program in the amount of $84,251.00. 2. Authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
 
13.
Elections Administration:
 
A.
AI-80833
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TLGC, 262.024(a)(4) a professional service. 

2. Discussion, consideration and approval to hire Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP, to assist the Hidalgo County Elections Department with the 2021 redistricting of the voting precincts. 
 
14.
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-80923
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Wisconsin Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (El Polako Investments, LLC) (Wisconsin Road & Dillon Road)
 No. of Lots: 15 Single Family
 Flood Zone: C
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:4
 Filling Stations:2
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
 Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S
 Paved: Yes, Wisconsin Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
 
b. El Crucero Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Peña Chapa Development) (Mile 5 Road & Texan Road)
 No. of Lots: 15 Single Family
 Flood Zone: X
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
 Filling Stations:4
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface run-off onto Mile 5 Road and Texan Road side ditch.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
 Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
 Paved: Yes, Mile 5 Road and Texan Road are paved.
 
c. Amber Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DII Management, LLC) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
 No. of Lots: 30 Single Family
 Flood Zone: X
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
 Filling Stations:4
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
 Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
 Paved: Yes, Mile 6 West Road is paved and 5 internal streets to be paved.
 
d. Whalen Springs No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (The Three Grandes, Ltd.) (Whalen Road & Moore Road)
 No. of Lots: 31 Single Family
 Flood Zone: B
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
 Filling Stations:4
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
 Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
 Paved: Yes, Whalen Road and Moore Road are paved.4 internal streets to be paved.
 
e. San Martin No. 7 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tres Maravillas LLC.) (Gandy Road & Mile 10 North Road)
 No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
 Flood Zone: X
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:10
 Filling Stations:3
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
 Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
 Paved: Yes, Gandy Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
 
f. Carrizales II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (El Carrizales, LLC.) (Western Road & Mile 6 Road)
 No. of Lots: 48 Single Family, 4 Commercial
 Flood Zone: X&A
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:12
 Filling Stations:7
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by discharging into HCDD#1 Regional Detention Facility.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
 Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
 Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
 
g. The District North Weslaco Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½West Road)
 No. of Lots: 59 Single Family
 Flood Zone: X
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:12
 Filling Stations:7
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
 Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
 Paved: Yes, Mile 11 North Road and Mile 5 ½ West Road are paved. 4 internal streets to be paved.
 
h. Eduardo's No. 19 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Izaguirre Real Estate Holdings, LLC.) (Trosper Road & Mile 6 ½ North Road)
 No. of Lots: 85 Single Family
 Flood Zone: X
 Estimated Number of Streetlights:14
 Filling Stations:5
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system that will connect to an existing type "A" inlet on Xavier Avenue from Eduardo's No. 18 Subdivision that will discharge onto an existing drainage detention facility owned by HCDD1.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
 Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
 Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mission.
 Paved: Yes, Trosper Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved.
 
2. Final Approval
a. Ocañas Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Jose Domingo Ocañas) (Eldora Road & Alamo Road)
 No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
 Flood Zone:B
 Streetlights: N/A
 Filling Stations: N/A
 Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface run-off onto Eldora Road side ditch.
 ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Alamo.
 Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been installed.
 Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved.
 
15.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A.
AI-80881
1. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water services with North Alamo Water Supply for location of ongoing roadway improvements at [La Quinta Lane North of Curry Road (about 20 ft. from fire hydrant)] within Precinct 4.  

2. Approval of payment to North Alamo Water Supply in the amount of $600.00 for the utility deposit and connection fee to set up water meter for location of ongoing roadway improvements at [La Quinta Lane North of Curry Road (about 20 ft. from fire hydrant)] within Precinct 4, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
 
16.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-80915
Presentation of 2022 Budget Process Calendar and Development Criteria
 
B.
AI-80974
Discussion relating to existing and potential changes regarding solid waste disposal services. 
 
C.
AI-80878
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.
 
D.
Budget Appropriations:
 
1.
AI-80899
Pct. 1 R & B (1200):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance for Pct. 1 Road & Bridge (1200) to fund various road construction projects.
 
2.
AI-80954
Ptc. 3 Various R&B Programs (1200):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for various Pct. 3 R&B Programs in the amount of $850,927.00 to fund operating expenditures. 
 
3.
AI-80891
Pct 4 Linn SM Veterans Park (1301):
Requesting approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $423,450.48 received from ECISD for the Linn San Manuel Veterans Park and appropriation of the same.
 
17.
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.
Executive Office
 
1.
AI-80959
Hidalgo County Commissioners Court direction in connection with Professional Real Estate Services options:

A.) Action to proceed to exercise HC's one (1) year extension option as provided under the current contracts (under the same rates terms and conditions)  for Professional Real Estate Services with;

  a. Coldwell Banker Commercial RGV(C-20-279-06-30) 
  b. Marylou Henry Real Estate (C-20-279A-06-30) 

B.) Allow current agreements to expire on 06/01/21
 
B.
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-80907
A. Request acceptance and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreements between  the County of Hidalgo/Pct. #1 and the following Cities:
1. City of Alamo
2. City of Donna
3. City of Edcouch
4. City of Elsa
5. City of La Villa
6. City of Mercedes
7. City of Progreso Lakes
8. City of Progreso
9. City of Weslaco

B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement in desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the "Work") by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City.
 
2.
AI-80903
Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 2 between Hidalgo County and Architect, Alvarado Architects & Associates, Inc. [C-17-308-04-17] for the redesign of new construction documents in the amount not to exceed $28,000.00 [described in document] for the "Sunset Park Operations Facility-Pct.1" Project.
 
C.
Pct. 2
 
1.
AI-80975
Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a professional engineering services agreement (subject to HC/DA/Civil Section approval as to legal form) for the provision of: (ON-CALL) Professional Engineering Services with B2Z Engineering, LLC [approved for negotiations CC 3/23/21] for projects located in Precinct No. 2, and subject to compliance with Form 1295.
 
D.
Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-80910
PCT 4:
Requesting approval to enter into a twelve (12) month service agreement with Driscoll Health Plan (DHP) for the purposes of assisting the residents of Hidalgo County with [education and training to increase families' awareness of health topics and promote a long-term development of healthier habits] through the "Health Education and Literacy" Initiative ("HEAL"), through Hidalgo County Precinct 4 as the primary contact.
 
E.
Tax Office
 
1.
AI-80913
Presentation of qualified responsible vendor, The Master Touch, LLC submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award of contract thru RFB  titled: Printing and Mailing of Tax Statements.
 
18.
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
 
19.
AI-80925
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds
a. Third 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
 
20.
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:
 
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-80976
Discussion and/or deliberation regarding employment/appointment of Human Resources Director
 
21.
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)
 
22.
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-80977
Discussion, consideration and action regarding employment/appointment of Human Resources Director
 
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
24.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
25.
Adjourn