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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING June 15, 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-81259
Approval of Resolution in Support of Extension Application for 1115 Waiver from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
7.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-81035
Recognition of Mathew Worthington, for his appointment to United States Military Academy at West Point.
B.
AI-81257
Discussion, consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and City of Penitas concerning certain improvement to Mile 5 Road.
8.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa:
A.
AI-81104
Resolution in honor of Aida Villarreal for her 37 years of service.
9.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-81088
Proclamation declaring June 2021 as Elder Abuse Prevention Month.
10.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-81160
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Approval to submit reprogram request to South Texas HIDTA from FY 2019 grant funds and related intradepartmental transfer.
Approval to submit reprogram request to South Texas HIDTA from FY 2019 grant funds and related intradepartmental transfer.
B.
AI-81162
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Authorization and approval to accept a 60 day extension request on FY2019 (G19SS0002A) HIDTA Task Force Grant from 6/30/2021 to 8/31/2021.
Authorization and approval to accept a 60 day extension request on FY2019 (G19SS0002A) HIDTA Task Force Grant from 6/30/2021 to 8/31/2021.
C.
AI-81095
1. Authorization and approval to terminate the existing Memorandum of Understanding, approved by CC on 01/29/2016, between the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force and the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office.
2. Authorization and approval to accept the Memorandum of Understanding between the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force and the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office.
2. Authorization and approval to accept the Memorandum of Understanding between the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force and the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office.
11.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
AI-81115
Approval to select names for the 2021 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code ยง152.015.
12.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-81106
Authorization and approval to upgrade cell phone plan through the County's membership/participation with Contract # DIR-TSO-3420 through AT&T. The plan consists of: Basic Unlimited Voice, Data with Text Service. The plan will cover one hundred forty-nine (149) cell phones @ a monthly rate of $44.99 per device. Estimated monthly cost: $6,703.51.
13.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-81052
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Roel S. Garcia & Robert C. Calloway as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., Constable Pct 1, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
B.
AI-81108
Discussion, consideration, and approval for Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 continued participation in L.E.S.O. Program formerly as the Texas 1033 Surplus Property Program.
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-81141
Jail (1100):
Approval to create four (4) full-time temporary positions, effective 07/01/2021 through 12/31/2021 as follows:
Approval to create four (4) full-time temporary positions, effective 07/01/2021 through 12/31/2021 as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Rank |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 280-002 | T484 | Detention Officer | 01 |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 280-002 | T485 | Detention Officer | 01 |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 280-002 | T486 | Detention Officer | 01 |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 280-002 | T487 | Detention Officer | 01 |
C.
AI-81117
Purchasing (1100)/Criminal DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employees listed below after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employees listed below after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 2 | 160-001 | 0008 | Contract Specialist III | 13 |
| Discretionary Step 3 | 080-002 | 0194 | Assistant District Attorney II | 15 |
D.
AI-81178
Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 12/14/2021:
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 12/14/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 122-006 | T110 | Mechanic I | 06 |
E.
AI-80969
Facilities Management (1100)
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 180904 to Maintenance I (slot no. 220-001-0142) and employee no. 228290 to Maintenance II (slot no. 220-001-0144).
Juvenile Court Intake (1100)/ Juvenile Boot Camp PAS (1100)
3. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
4. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 220-001 | 0142 | Maintenance I | 03 |
| Create | 220-001 | 0143 | Maintenance I | 03 |
| Create | 220-001 | 0144 | Maintenance II | 05 |
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 180904 to Maintenance I (slot no. 220-001-0142) and employee no. 228290 to Maintenance II (slot no. 220-001-0144).
Juvenile Court Intake (1100)/ Juvenile Boot Camp PAS (1100)
3. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 330-001 | 7024 | Maintenance I | 03 |
| Delete | 330-001 | 7025 | Maintenance I | 03 |
| Delete | 330-028 | 7829 | Maintenance II | 05 |
4. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
F.
AI-81155
Criminal District Attorney (1100)
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Auto Allowance |
| Create | 080-002 | 0196 | Assistant District Attorney III | 17 | $900.00 |
G.
AI-81284
Executive Office (1100)
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 125-001 | 0025 | Forensic Center Attendant | 06 |
H.
AI-81221
District Clerk (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel related actions, effective next full pay period 06/21/2021:
2. Approval to delete from the (CCP) Classified Positions List the Chief of Appeals (Grade 15) position title.
1. Approval of the following personnel related actions, effective next full pay period 06/21/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Current Position Title | Current Grade | Requested Position Title | Requested Grade |
| Delete | 090-001 | 0003 | Chief of Appeals | 15 | - | - |
| Create | 090-001 | 0085 | - | - | Deputy District Clerk III | 09 |
| Reclassification | 090-001 | 0078 | Division Manager I, District Clerk | 14 | Division Manager II | 16 |
| Reclassification | 090-001 | 0062 | Deputy District Clerk I | 05 | Records Management Specialist | 07 |
2. Approval to delete from the (CCP) Classified Positions List the Chief of Appeals (Grade 15) position title.
15.
Urban County:
A.
AI-81199
Requesting approval of a 1
st Amendment to the 2019 HOME Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Program Agreement between Hidalgo County Urban County Program and Proyecto Azteca, Inc. The proposed amendment to the Agreement will allow for a ten (10) month contract extension.
B.
AI-81197
Requesting approval to amend the 2020 contract agreement between Hidalgo County (the "County") and Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc. (AHSTI), a Texas non-profit corporation (CHDO). The amendment to the program agreements will allow for a decrease in the amount of housing units to be developed.
C.
AI-81201
Requesting approval to amend the subrecipient agreement for the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) Texas Emergency Rental Assistance Program (TERAP) contract # 70200001042, between Hidalgo County (the "County") and Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc. (AHSTI) a Texas Non-Profit Development Organization ("NDO").
D.
AI-81196
Requesting approval to amend the 2019 contract agreement between Hidalgo County (the "County") and Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc. (AHSTI), a Texas non-profit corporation (CHDO). The amendment to the program agreements will allow for a decrease in the amount of housing units to be developed.
16.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-81172
Requesting consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of State Health Services and Hidalgo County. The purpose is to set roles and responsibilities regarding the medications available through DSHS's Inventory Tracking Electronic Asset Management System.
B.
AI-81165
Requesting approval to submit a Declaration of Intent to Apply to the Department of State Health Services for the COVID-19 Public Health Workforce Expansion funding.
17.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-81153
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend acceptance of the 2021-2022 Texas Veterans Commission grant of $300,000 for Operation Bravo Zulu.
B.
AI-81154
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept amendment to the PY 2020 the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract #61200003225 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
C.
AI-81151
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval of the logo for the County of Hidalgo Community Service Agency.
18.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-81212
Discussion on Election Updates.
19.
WIC:
A.
AI-81113
Discussion, consideration and acknowledgement for WIC Mobile unit to implement WIC services to eligible participants in various areas throughout Hidalgo County where transportation needs have been identified.
B.
AI-81169
WIC-(1292)
1. Requesting approval to accept the Redistribution of Revised Notice of Award from the HHS000804500001 (HHSC) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Local Agency Funding in the amount of $81,000.00.
2. Requesting Approval to De-Obligate $81,0000.00 from WIC Admin. Funding (Prog.001).
3. Approval to appropriate $31,000.00 into the Lactation Services (Prog. 013).
4. Approval to appropriate $40,000.00 into the Extra Improving Program (Prog. 023).
5. Approval to appropriate $10,000.00 into the Extra Funding NE (Prog.027).
1. Requesting approval to accept the Redistribution of Revised Notice of Award from the HHS000804500001 (HHSC) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Local Agency Funding in the amount of $81,000.00.
2. Requesting Approval to De-Obligate $81,0000.00 from WIC Admin. Funding (Prog.001).
3. Approval to appropriate $31,000.00 into the Lactation Services (Prog. 013).
4. Approval to appropriate $40,000.00 into the Extra Improving Program (Prog. 023).
5. Approval to appropriate $10,000.00 into the Extra Funding NE (Prog.027).
20.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-81244
Discussion and possible action and approval of an interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County and The Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council for the Texas Water Development Board's Flood Infrastructure Fund Grant.
B.
AI-81175
Requesting authorization and approval to rename CR 3321 in Precinct #1 to
Farmers Road, as recommended by the LRGVDC 911 department.
21.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-81261
Approval of a Use Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Stay Sharp Community Outreach for the purpose of providing a benefit to the residents of the County and public by providing recreational, educational, and support opportunities to the youth and residents at the Pct 2 Operations Facility located at 301 E State Ave, Pharr, TX, 78577
B.
AI-81267
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 40 associated with the Pct 2 Eldora Road Project from FM 3362 (Jackson Rd) to Veterans Blvd (I Rd) (ROW CSJ:0921-02-404) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
22.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-81234
ARPA - America Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the ongoing payment of adult detention room and board expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds 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 and economic crisis; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such continued expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the ongoing payment of adult detention room and board expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use America Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds 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 and economic crisis; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing, herein finds that such continued expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
B.
AI-81114
Authorization for the County Judge to sign the 2020 mileage certification for Hidalgo County, as confirmed by the Planning Department.
C.
AI-81029
Requesting approval for payment of Hidalgo County's share of El Morillo Drain expenses to Rio Grande Regional Water Authority totaling $42,219.67, with authority to County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
D.
AI-81067
TXDOT-Pct 1 Mile 6W(SH107-M14.5) (1315):
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Mile 6W from SH107 to Mile 14 1/2 (CSJ:0921-02-448) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for said project.
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Mile 6W from SH107 to Mile 14 1/2 (CSJ:0921-02-448) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for said project.
E.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-80992
American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
A. Approval to accept American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds received for Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (CSLFRF).
B. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the U.S. Treasury relating to the ARPA Funds and appropriation of the same.
A. Approval to accept American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds received for Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (CSLFRF).
B. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the U.S. Treasury relating to the ARPA Funds and appropriation of the same.
2.
AI-81089
Debt Service Funds (14XX):
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from interest earnings and approval of 2021 appropriation and/or interfund transfers to fund various Debt Service Funds.
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from interest earnings and approval of 2021 appropriation and/or interfund transfers to fund various Debt Service Funds.
23.
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-81235
Discussion, consideration and action on Amendment Nos. 11 & 14 [as drafted by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Architect, HDR Architecture, Inc., [C-16-141-10-31] to include the following Scopes of Work in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project:
A. Requesting approval of Amendment No.11:
B. Requesting approval of Amendment No.14:
C. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or (if applicable) Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents.
A. Requesting approval of Amendment No.11:
| Amendment No.11 - [Phase 2] | |
| Description | Cost |
| Comprehensive Site Demolition, Site Design & Procurement Scope * Including Sub-Consultants and Expenses Task 1 - Design (Assumed to be 4 Months) Task 2 - Procurement (Assumed to be 6 Months) |
$346,787.00 |
| Construction Contract Administration Scope [CCA] * Including Sub-Consultants and Expenses Task 3 - CCA (Assumed to be 10 Months) Demo Work Portion - (Assumed to be 4 Months) Construction Site Work - (Assumed to be 6 Months) |
$29,407.00 (Monthly Fee) $63,598.00 (Monthly Fee) |
| TOTAL FOR AMENDMENT 11 | $846,003.00 |
B. Requesting approval of Amendment No.14:
| Amendment No.14 - Mechanical Screen Wall | |
| Redesign of Mechanical Screen Wall *Re-engineered the design for easier transport of the Mechanical Screen Wall up to the roof, as there is no crane on site now. Redesign (Assumed to be 3 weeks) |
$29,350.00 |
C. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or (if applicable) Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents.
2.
AI-81286
A. Requesting approval of the following Change Order (CPR's) in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc.:
| Description | Total Amount |
| CO CPR 47.1 (R2) *Incorporates the site redesign for Phase 1 Area (ONLY) |
$427,537.00 |
| CO CPR 20.1 (R1) * Changes are per (AHJ) Authority Having Jurisdiction Reviews |
$1,008.869.00 |
B. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or (if applicable) Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents.
3.
AI-81233
Presentation of 457 Plan Documents/Agreements with National Benefit Services (NBS) for approval with authority for County Judge to sign required/applicable titled/forms; including, but not limited to, the following :
a. 457(b)Plan/Document Authorization;
b. Service Agreement/Employee Benefits NBS Defined Contribution Retirement Plan/Fee Schedule;
c. Schedule "A" - Services and Obligations
a. 457(b)Plan/Document Authorization;
b. Service Agreement/Employee Benefits NBS Defined Contribution Retirement Plan/Fee Schedule;
c. Schedule "A" - Services and Obligations
B.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-81280
Requesting approval to purchase 3 heavy equipment machinery through our membership with Sourcewell subject to price verification:
| Requisition # | Sourcewell Coop Contact # | Description | Qty | Amount |
| 435573 | 032119-CAT | Large Excavator | 1 | $445,006.00 |
| 435573 | 032119-CAT | Front-end Loader | 1 | $192,500.00 |
| 435573 | 032119-CAT | Dozer | 1 | $277,400.00 |
2.
AI-81254
Discussion, consideration and approval of first (1st) Amendment to the current Interlocal Cooperation Agreement [ILA] between City of Pharr/Pharr EMS and the County of Hidalgo Precinct 3 for the provision of Emergency Medical Services within Pct. #3's service areas to HC/DA/Civil Section final review as to legal form.
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-81100
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement #2 to WA #1 for (C-16-048-02-03) L & G Engineering to update Exhibit D-1 - Estimated Man-Hour Breakdown of the previously approved WA to reallocate funds to address upcoming necessary public involvement required to complete the environmental process.
2.
AI-81105
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement #2 to WA#2 for L & G Engineering (C-15-110-03-31) for FM 1925 Project (from 10th Street to McColl) for the addition of 15 new parcels as per the final ROW map with an increase of $72,000.00 identified in Exhibit D-1 "Estimated Man-Hour Breakdown.
3.
AI-81107
Requesting approval of SA#1 to WA#3 for L & G Engineering (C-13-336-12-10) for FM1925 Segment II (FM 907 Alamo Road to Sharp Road) to update Exhibit B - Scope of Services to be provided by Engineer, and Exhibit D-1 - Estimated Man-Hour Breakdown to include the additional scope of work associated with Permanent and Temporary Signals at FM 1925 at Brushline Road and ROW Mapping for an additional three (3) parcels; and to reallocate funds from eliminated tasks in the amount of $38,717.06.
4.
AI-81038
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Facility Use Agreement between Hidalgo County and The American Red Cross to amend the facility list approved by CC on 12/04/2018, AI#6791.
D.
IT Department
1.
AI-81099
Ratification for PO #832346 in the amount of $443,458.85 for Tyler Technologies for the renewal of the Odyssey Annual Maintenance Agreement commencing on 01/01/2021 through 12/31/2021 for the Hidalgo County IT Department.
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-81018
A) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, pursuant to Texas LGC 262.024(a)(1): an item that must be purchased in case of a public calamity if it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health and safety of the citizens;
B) Requesting approval of a 24-month Lease Agreement between Hidalgo County and CHCT TEXAS, LLC to accommodate additional staffing for the COVID-19 public health emergency.
B) Requesting approval of a 24-month Lease Agreement between Hidalgo County and CHCT TEXAS, LLC to accommodate additional staffing for the COVID-19 public health emergency.
2.
AI-81203
Requesting approval of Work Authorization #3, under contract C-20-204-06-09, with B2Z Engineering for Construction Management and Oversight of the Bio-Safety Lab in the amount of $189,832.08.
F.
WIC
1.
AI-81238
Requesting approval and authority to execute the Joint Providing Continuing Nursing Education Agreement between South Texas Health System and HC WIC Program Lactation Care Center of RGV with authority for the County Judge to execute the agreement.
2.
AI-81180
Requesting approval to award the sole bid received from vendor, Julcar, meeting all specifications including approval of the contract for lease of office space for the Hidalgo County WIC Program Lactation Center in McAllen (RFB No.: 2021-395-04-28-JJR).
3.
AI-81148
Requesting approval to award the sole bid received from vendor, Julcar, meeting all specifications including approval of the contract for lease of office space in McAllen (RFB No.: 2021-012-04-28-JJR) for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
G.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-81188
Requesting approval to complete and submit credit application, with South Texas Moulding, Inc., DBA Texas Wood Supply to set up an account to procure supplies, with authority for the Facilities Management Director, Mr. Oscar Villarreal to sign the documents.
H.
Elections Department
1.
AI-81218
Requesting approval to purchase Hart Verity Workstation9s) in the amount of $65,391.00 [through the HC's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative Contract #622-20 [expires 08/31/2023] with compliance with Form 1295.
I.
Budget & Management
1.
AI-81210
Requesting authority to approve software and support services from ClearGov (awarded vendor through HC's membership/participation with Buyboard Cooperative Contract # 607-20) for a term of 4 years in the amount of $45,000.00 per year commencing January 1, 2022.
J.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-81164
Requesting approval to purchase the following vehicles listed herein for the Sheriff's Office from Silsbee Ford, LLC. through HC membership/participation with GoodBuy Coop Purchasing program contract 21-8F000 expires 12-31-2021.
REQ # 434916
| Brand | Model | Quantity | Total Price |
| Ford | Escape S | 2 | $ 46,031.00 |
| Ford | Explorer Base | 10 | $ 293,710.00 |
| Ford | Explorer Utility | 5 | $ 170,673.75 |
| Ford | Mustang Coup | 3 | $ 85,464.75 |
| Ford | Ranger Crew Cab | 2 | $ 51,818.00 |
| Ford | Transit 350 | 1 | $ 34,310.25 |
REQ# 434737
| Brand | Make | Quantity | Total Price |
| Ford | Explorer Base | 1 | $ 29,371.00 |
| Ford | Explorer Utility | 21 | $ 716,829.75 |
| Ford | Explorer XLT | 1 | $ 34,886.50 |
REQ# 435107
| Brand | Make | Quantity | Total Price |
| Ford | F-150 Crew Cab | 4 | $ 121,189.00 |
2.
AI-81119
Requesting approval to purchase twenty one (21) mobile digital video recorders and related expenses for the HCSO through our membership with HGAC (Contract # EF04-21) awarded vendor, Safety Vision in the amount of $73,311.00.
3.
AI-81096
A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (C-20-686-12-29) for Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for Construction Materials Testing of the Memorial Wall project in the amount of $1,244.00.
B. Acceptance of lowest submitted proposal and approval to award job order contractor, Herrcon, LLC. through our membership with BuyBoard (JOC contract # 581-19) in the amount of $24,434.08, for the construction of the Memorial Wall; honoring the brave men and women of the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, who have fallen in the line of duty.
B. Acceptance of lowest submitted proposal and approval to award job order contractor, Herrcon, LLC. through our membership with BuyBoard (JOC contract # 581-19) in the amount of $24,434.08, for the construction of the Memorial Wall; honoring the brave men and women of the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, who have fallen in the line of duty.
K.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-81213
Requesting approval of proposal submitted by Noble Texas Builders, LLC, Job Order Contractor, awarded under Buyboard Cooperative (Contract #581-19, Exp. 03/31/2024) for the Electrical System Renovations to County Owned Building Project-Annex III.
| Base Bid Price: *Electrical System Renovations |
$140,542.00 |
| Alternate 01 Price: *Standby Generator provided by Noble for the duration of the project. |
$10,412.00 |
24.
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-81183
Requesting authority for County Judge to sign the Certificate of Approval for Issuance of Tax-Exempt Multifamily Housing Governmental Note and the General and No Litigation Certificate for Hidalgo/Willacy Housing Finance Corporation solely to satisy the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986
C.
AI-81124
Appointment/reappointment of Civil Service commission member
25.
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
26.
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-81219
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Camp
E.
AI-81129
Cause #C-1660-21-F; Maria Salinas et al v County of Hidalgo, et al
F.
AI-81206
Cause #C-1779-21-A; Benita Escobar De Garcia v Hidalgo County et al
G.
AI-81237
Cause #CL-21-2055-G; Fabiana Carlos v Hidalgo County
H.
AI-81082
Hidalgo County v. Roberto Guerrero
I.
AI-81127
Hidalgo County v. Juan Villacana & Luis Villacana
J.
AI-81131
Claim against Marcelino Quiroz, Jr
K.
AI-81231
Claim No. 19-11-04-1930 Hidalgo County v. Desmond Eugene Bolding
L.
AI-81185
Claim of Stephanie Pena
M.
AI-81204
Claim of Joel Garcia
27.
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)
28.
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-81220
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Camp
E.
AI-81130
Cause #C-1660-21-F; Maria Salinas et al v County of Hidalgo, et al
F.
AI-81207
Cause #C-1779-21-A; Benita Escobar De Garcia v Hidalgo County et al
G.
AI-81236
Cause #CL-21-2055-G; Fabiana Carlos v Hidalgo County
H.
AI-81083
Hidalgo County v. Roberto Guerrero
I.
AI-81128
Hidalgo County v. Juan Villacana & Luis Villacana
J.
AI-81132
Claim against Marcelino Quiroz, Jr.
K.
AI-81232
Claim No. 19-11-04-1930 Hidalgo County v. Desmond Eugene Bolding
L.
AI-81186
Claim of Stephanie Pena
M.
AI-81205
Claim of Joel Garcia
29.
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
30.
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
31.
Adjourn