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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING September 7, 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:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Open Forum
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-82273
Approval of Resolution honoring Eugene "Gene" Gutierrez for 100 years.
B.
AI-82268
Approval of Proclamation declaring September 5-11, 2021 as National Suicide Prevention Week.
C.
AI-82270
Approval of Proclamation declaring September 2021 as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-82190
DA Check Fraud (1222)
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds for the DA Check Fraud Fund (1222) in the amount of $17,970.27 to fund Microsoft computer software.
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds for the DA Check Fraud Fund (1222) in the amount of $17,970.27 to fund Microsoft computer software.
B.
AI-82174
DA - Victim's Unit Court Advocate Project (VUCAP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a VUCAP Grant #3596402 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
8.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-82225
DOJ - USMS - U.S. Marshal (1284):
1. Approval to accept additional overtime funding from the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Marshals Service for one (1) officer in the amount of $500.00 per officer for FY 2021 (October 7, 2020-September 30, 2021) for a grand total of $21,207.00.
2. Requesting authorization to continue to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2021 DOJ-USMS overtime funds in the additional amount of $500.00 and appropriation of same.
1. Approval to accept additional overtime funding from the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Marshals Service for one (1) officer in the amount of $500.00 per officer for FY 2021 (October 7, 2020-September 30, 2021) for a grand total of $21,207.00.
2. Requesting authorization to continue to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2021 DOJ-USMS overtime funds in the additional amount of $500.00 and appropriation of same.
B.
AI-82178
Sheriff's Office (1100):
Authorization and Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from General Fund-Restricted F/B-Sheriff Garage Motor Vehicle Fee (1100) to Sheriff's Office (Program 001) in the amount of $13,400.00.
Authorization and Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from General Fund-Restricted F/B-Sheriff Garage Motor Vehicle Fee (1100) to Sheriff's Office (Program 001) in the amount of $13,400.00.
C.
AI-82106
Sheriff's CCP59 (Fund 1227):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's CCP59 from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $72,000.00.
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's CCP59 from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $72,000.00.
D.
AI-82264
Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (1229):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $100,000.00.
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $100,000.00.
E.
AI-82303
1. Acceptance and approval of certificate of completion and closing documents for the Hidalgo County Detention Center Wall Addition.
2. Requesting approval to process final payment for Noble Texas Builders, LLC for Hidalgo County Detention Center Wall Addition project (PO #831921).
2. Requesting approval to process final payment for Noble Texas Builders, LLC for Hidalgo County Detention Center Wall Addition project (PO #831921).
| Payment Application | Amount |
| #2 | $3,469.10 |
9.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-82221
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Rosendo De Los Rios and Cynthia Castillo as Reserve Deputy Constable by Celestino Avila, Jr. Constable Pct.1, in accordance to the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
10.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-82209
Discussion, Consideration, and approval to appoint
Leonardo Tijerina as a Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
11.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-82181
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Raul R. Ramos as Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
12.
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-82167
COVID-19 Health Disparities (1293):
Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 09/13/2021:
Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 09/13/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-083 | 0001 | Program Manager I | 13 |
| Create | 340-083 | 0002 - 0003 | Public Health Specialist I | 09 |
C.
AI-82288
Health (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period 09/13/2021:
2. Approval to revise the Classified Position List to add new position Administrative Services Manager, Health & Human Services Department (Grade 19).
1. Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period 09/13/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-001 | 0065 | Administrative Services Manager, Health & Human Services Department | 19 |
2. Approval to revise the Classified Position List to add new position Administrative Services Manager, Health & Human Services Department (Grade 19).
D.
AI-82197
County Court-at-Law #1 (1100):
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 12/31/2021:
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 12/31/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 021-001 | T007 | Assistant Court Coordinator (CC) | 12 |
E.
AI-82257
CSLFRF/ARPA (1290):
1. Approval to create the following time-limited positions effective 10/01/2021 through 06/30/2022:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring, and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 240761 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-101-0010) and employee in slot no. 115-096-002 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-101-0011).
1. Approval to create the following time-limited positions effective 10/01/2021 through 06/30/2022:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 115-101 | 0010 - 0011 | COVID-19 Clerk I | 01 |
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring, and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 240761 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-101-0010) and employee in slot no. 115-096-002 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-101-0011).
F.
AI-82135
Jail (1100):
Approval of the following personnel action, effective next full pay period 09/13/2021:
Approval of the following personnel action, effective next full pay period 09/13/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Current PositionTitle | Current Grade | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Grade |
| Reclassification | 280-002 | 0371 | Maintenance III | 07 | Supervisor II, Facilities Maintenance | 12 |
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-82231
The Urban County Program is requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners' Court on June 1, 2021 requesting approval of to purchase park equipment for the City of Mercedes La Flores Park.
B.
AI-82233
"Subject to Compliance with HB 1295", the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from NAFECO for the City of Mercedes Fire Department in the amount of $22,752.00. UCP Fiscal Year 32 & 33 (2019, 2020) and City of Mercedes funds will be utilized.
C.
AI-82234
"Subject to Compliance with HB 1295", the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from Texas Wilson for the City of Mercedes, Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library, in the amount of $ 6,529.08. UCP Fiscal Years 32 & 33 (2019, 2020) and City of Mercedes funds will be utilized.
D.
AI-82238
"Subject to Compliance with HB 1295", the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from Park Place Recreation Designs for the City of Mercedes S.M. Hinojosa Park in the amount of $ 29,172.00. UCP Fiscal Years 31 & 32 (2018, 2019) City of Mercedes funds will be utilized.
E.
AI-82232
"Subject to Compliance with HB 1295", the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from Park Place Recreation Designs for the City of Mercedes Las Flores Park in the amount of $40,053.00. UCP Fiscal Years 33 (2020) City of Mercedes funds will be utilized.
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-82295
1. Requesting approval to accept the COVID-19 Vaccination grant contract HHS001019500022, Amendment No 1 and for the County Judge to e-sign the contract and related documents.
2. Requesting approval of the certification of revenue as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $2,044,532.00 and appropriation of the same.
2. Requesting approval of the certification of revenue as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $2,044,532.00 and appropriation of the same.
15.
Juvenile Probation:
A.
AI-82252
Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center:
Authorization to submit two grant applications to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department: Discretionary State Aid Grant – Prevention and Intervention Project
1) A Pilot Prevention and Intervention program targeting one Middle School within Edinburg CISD, and one Middle School within PSJA ISD students, ages 11 to 13, who are struggling in school, because of behavior, school performance, and school attendance; and
2) A Pilot Prevention and Intervention program targeting the siblings and parents of juveniles, who are currently in placement, as ordered by a State District Court.
Authorization to submit two grant applications to the Texas Juvenile Justice Department: Discretionary State Aid Grant – Prevention and Intervention Project
1) A Pilot Prevention and Intervention program targeting one Middle School within Edinburg CISD, and one Middle School within PSJA ISD students, ages 11 to 13, who are struggling in school, because of behavior, school performance, and school attendance; and
2) A Pilot Prevention and Intervention program targeting the siblings and parents of juveniles, who are currently in placement, as ordered by a State District Court.
16.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-82244
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to submit the Emergency Operations Plan forms as required by the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM).
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Plan.
3. Authorization for Hidalgo County Emergency Management Coordinator, appropriate County Official and Department Head, to sign the emergency support function.
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Plan.
3. Authorization for Hidalgo County Emergency Management Coordinator, appropriate County Official and Department Head, to sign the emergency support function.
B.
AI-82276
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc. and the County of Hidalgo for donation management services.
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
3. Authorization and approval to appoint Donations Coordinator for ESF-7, Logistics of the Emergency Management Plan.
4. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County Judge to sign the letter of appointment.
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
3. Authorization and approval to appoint Donations Coordinator for ESF-7, Logistics of the Emergency Management Plan.
4. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County Judge to sign the letter of appointment.
C.
AI-82241
1. Discussion, consideration, and Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Hidalgo County Local Emergency Management Planning Committee (LEPC) and the County of Hidalgo.
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
17.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-82300
Presentation of 2022 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Community Action Plan (CAP) and Budget. 1. Public hearing regarding the proposed 2022 CSBG CAP plan and budget. 2. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval of the 2022 (CSBG) (CAP) plan and budget.
18.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-82280
1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the proposed retrofit of the current electronic voting system, Hart Verity Touch, to paper based system, Hart Verity Duo, in accordance with the 87th Legislature's passing of SB 598 wherein, Section 129.003 of the Texas Election Code now requires that voting systems must "use, create, or display a paper record that may be read by the voter."
2. Discussion, consideration and authority for the County Judge to sign the Hart Verity InterCivic Quote documents.
2. Discussion, consideration and authority for the County Judge to sign the Hart Verity InterCivic Quote documents.
19.
WIC:
A.
AI-82313
WIC ADMIN - Program 001-(1292): Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $100,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
20.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-82199
Presentation of 2022 Statement of Estimated Available Resources
21.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-82213
Requesting authorization and approval to name an unnamed public road starting on Liberty Blvd and ending at Giles Road as
Mile 4 1/2 RD.
B.
AI-82253
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 74 associated with the Precinct 3 Veterans Blvd. Project (CSJ: #0865-01-111) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
C.
AI-82297
Discussion, and authorization to proceed with condemnation on Lot 8, Van Ramshorst's Cooperative Groves Subdivision.
22.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-82169
Discussion, consideration and approval of Amendment No. 1 to Advanced Primary Care Services Agreement between Vera Whole Health Inc. Vera Whole Health CA, P.C., and Hidalgo County.
B.
AI-82208
FY 2022 Texas VINE Grant Program (1283):
Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Second Contract Renewal between Hidalgo County and Appriss, Inc. for FY 2022 (September. 1, 2021-August 31, 2022) with authority for County Judge to execute agreement.
Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Second Contract Renewal between Hidalgo County and Appriss, Inc. for FY 2022 (September. 1, 2021-August 31, 2022) with authority for County Judge to execute agreement.
C.
AI-82191
Courthouse Security (1241):
Approval of 2021 interfund transfer from County Wide Admin (1100) to Courhouse Security (1241) in the amount of $502,522.84 to fund new positions for the new HC Courthouse.
Approval of 2021 interfund transfer from County Wide Admin (1100) to Courhouse Security (1241) in the amount of $502,522.84 to fund new positions for the new HC Courthouse.
D.
AI-82193
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-82296
Pct. 1 Rd. Maint (1200):
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in the amount of $6,444.80 for Pct. 1 Rd Maint in relation to scrap metal proceeds and appropriation of same to fund rental of grapple truck.
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in the amount of $6,444.80 for Pct. 1 Rd Maint in relation to scrap metal proceeds and appropriation of same to fund rental of grapple truck.
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-82219
A. Pursuant to provision No.11 of the Legal Notice for Hidalgo County, to accept and approve the vendor offered discount on behalf of Mor-Wil, L.L.C to Contract# C-21-0482C-08-10 "Brush and Vegetative Debris Removal Services" for the following line item:
B. Requesting approval to include and/or replace current Exhibit B on Contract# C-21-0482C-08-10 "Brush and Vegetative Debris Removal Services" with the revised document to reflect the discounted price.
| Description of Service | $ Per Cubic Yard (Original Bid Price) | $ Per Cubic Yard (Discounted Price) |
| ROW Vegetative Debris Removal (Collect & Haul) | $9.75 | $6.85 |
B. Requesting approval to include and/or replace current Exhibit B on Contract# C-21-0482C-08-10 "Brush and Vegetative Debris Removal Services" with the revised document to reflect the discounted price.
B.
Executive Office
1.
AI-82196
Requesting acceptance and approval of final negotiated AIA Document to award the #1 ranked firm ECON in the amount of $4,026,100.00 as the CSP General Contractor for the Pct 4 - New Justice Center Project.
2.
AI-82064
Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) and the County of Hidalgo to provide an educational and research program experience with respect to archaeology to UTRGV students at the Hidalgo County Pauper Cemetery.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-82242
Requesting authority to purchase surfacing material & partial installation for Sunrise Hill Park at Pct. 1 from Gametime Inc., in the amount of $86,687.88 through our membership with OMNIA.
2.
AI-82277
Requesting approval of Change Order No.2 for Pct. 1 Sunset Park Operations Facility Project in connection with Contract No. C-18-181A-03-26 and GMP Amendment No.1 with E-Con Group, LLC as recommended by project engineer B2Z Engineering, LLC.
3.
AI-82286
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services for Pct. 1 "Mile 1 East Project" (From Business 83 North to Mile 8):
C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering service agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for Pct. 1 "Mile 1 East Project" (From Business 83 North to Mile 8).
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services for Pct. 1 "Mile 1 East Project" (From Business 83 North to Mile 8):
| L &G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | S & B Infrastructure | STRADA Engineering and Consulting, LLC | |
| Evaluator No.1 | 98 | 94 | 88 |
| Evaluator No.2 | 95 | 92 | 88 |
| Total | 193 | 186 | 176 |
| Ranking |
C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering service agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for Pct. 1 "Mile 1 East Project" (From Business 83 North to Mile 8).
4.
AI-82235
A. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, and the City of Elsa to develop a segment of Mile 6 corridor from Mile 11 to SH 107.
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement in it's 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.
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement in it's 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.
5.
AI-82087
Requesting approval of On-Call Professional Service Agreement with R.O.W Surveying Services, L.L.C. for surveying services for projects within Precinct No. 1 as ranked & approved to negotiate by CC on 07-27-2021.
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-82171
Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 2 to Lease Agreement C-06-212-09-18 with ARISE Las Milpas, Inc. to add additional options to renew and extend the term of the "Lease" under the terms of the original agreement.
E.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-82236
Authority to purchase one (1) Diesel Pneumatic Tire Forklift through our membership with Sourcewell for Commissioner Pct. 3 in the amount of $63,049.00 from Equipment Depot an authorized dealer.
2.
AI-82255
Requesting approval to award the the lowest and best bid for PCT 3 - La Mansion Flat Work Concrete Improvements to vendor, Rio United Builders, in the amount of $38,164.50 [C-21-0622-09-07].
F.
IT Department
1.
AI-82267
A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on June 25, 2021 [AI-81381] for the network switches and installation services for the new County Courthouse from Insight Public Sector, Inc through cooperative awarded contracts with DIR and Omnia Partners in the total amount of $705,137.14.
B. Authority to enter into a five (5) year lease with Key Government Finance, Inc. on behalf of Cisco Systems Capital with equipment hardware, software and services provided by cooperative awarded vendor Insight Public Sector, Inc under OMNIA (Contract 4400006644) and DIR (DIR-TSO-4167 & DIR-TSO-4343) contracts in the amount of $705,137.14.
C. Authority for County Judge to sign all required paperwork.
B. Authority to enter into a five (5) year lease with Key Government Finance, Inc. on behalf of Cisco Systems Capital with equipment hardware, software and services provided by cooperative awarded vendor Insight Public Sector, Inc under OMNIA (Contract 4400006644) and DIR (DIR-TSO-4167 & DIR-TSO-4343) contracts in the amount of $705,137.14.
C. Authority for County Judge to sign all required paperwork.
G.
Elections Department
1.
AI-82292
A. Exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TxLGC 262.024(a)(7); an item that can only be obtained from one source;
B. Requesting approval of "Amended Sole Source Declaration" and accept the quotes from sole source vendor Hart Verity InterCivic to retrofit the current county-owned electronic voting machines, Hart Verity Touch [including all necessary supplies] to paper based system, Hart Verity Duo, in compliance with SB598, Section 129.003 Texas Election Code.
B. Requesting approval of "Amended Sole Source Declaration" and accept the quotes from sole source vendor Hart Verity InterCivic to retrofit the current county-owned electronic voting machines, Hart Verity Touch [including all necessary supplies] to paper based system, Hart Verity Duo, in compliance with SB598, Section 129.003 Texas Election Code.
H.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-82298
Requesting authority to purchase police equipment for the HC Sheriff's Office in the amount of $161,498.64 from Galls, LLC - Buyboard Awarded Vendor through Contract #587-19.
2.
AI-82259
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 not to exceed $139,303.77 (Fee includes payment/performance bonds) for the Roof Repairs and New A/C system installation at the Sheriff's Office Training Academy.
3.
AI-82265
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 not to exceed $75,772.04 (Fee includes payment /performance bonds) for the Roof Repairs at the Sheriff's Office Vicksburg building.
4.
AI-82246
Requesting approve to purchase one (1) 2022 Chevy Tahoe Z71 Package 4WD from Lake Country Chevrolet for the Sheriff's Office through Goodbuy Co-Op in the amount of $53,941.00
5.
AI-82182
Requesting approval to renew the online subscription for diagnostics software for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office from awarded vendor ALLDATA, through their cooperative awarded with Omnia Partners, subject to compliance with 1295.
I.
District Attorney
1.
AI-82283
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 with an estimated cost of $59,325.50 as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. through On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-20-680-12-29) Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, additions, and/or Other Related Services for the Structural Engineering study to the Annex III Building.
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the current agreement C-20-680-12-29, requesting authority by Halff Associates, Inc. to engage the following subcontractors: Chanin Engineering
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the current agreement C-20-680-12-29, requesting authority by Halff Associates, Inc. to engage the following subcontractors: Chanin Engineering
J.
County Clerk
1.
AI-82279
Requesting approval to award the sole bid received from vendor, Master Fibers Inc, meeting all specifications including approval of the contract for purchase, removal and related services for shredded and recyclable material on an as needed basis for the County of Hidalgo (RFB No.: 2021-054-08-25-JJR).
2.
AI-82223
Requesting authority to approve
software applications and support services from GovOS/Kofile (awarded vendor through HC membership with GSA Advantage GS-35F-275AA ) for a term of 3 years in the amount of $13,032.01 per year commencing October 1, 2021.
24.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
B.
AI-82314
Approval to accept donation of paint from Wal-Mart, consisting of 101 gallons and 3 quarts with an approximate value of $2,400.00
C.
AI-82224
1) Approval to accept settlement agreement offer from Fred Loya Insurance Company in the amount of $11,166.81 to settle total loss auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Constable P3)
2) Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign the Power of Attorney forms for title purposes to settle total loss auto accident claim with Fred Loya Insurance Company.
2) Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign the Power of Attorney forms for title purposes to settle total loss auto accident claim with Fred Loya Insurance Company.
25.
AI-82312
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act and American Rescue Plan Act Funds
a. Interlocal Agreement with UTRGV - Lab Services
b. County employee Premium Pay Program
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 and American Rescue Plan Act Funds
a. Interlocal Agreement with UTRGV - Lab Services
b. County employee Premium Pay Program
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-82293
Cause #C-2820-21-C; Diana Ortiz v Hidalgo County
E.
AI-82183
Claim of Maria Espinoza
F.
AI-82239
Claim of Maria E. Villarreal
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-82294
Cause #C-2820-21-C; Diana Ortiz v Hidalgo County
E.
AI-82184
Claim of Maria Espinoza
F.
AI-82240
Claim of Maria E. Villarreal
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