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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING September 21, 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-82554
Presentation of Proclamation for National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.
B.
AI-82464
Approval of Proclamation declaring September 2021 as Valley Voter Awareness Month.
C.
AI-82416
Co. Judge's Office - FY 2022 Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Performance Support Grant (1286):
1. Approval to ratify the application for the FY 2022 Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Performance Support Grant.
2. Approval to accept the FY 2022 TCA Performance Support grant award and authorize the County Judge to sign the contract and related documents.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $1,995.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to ratify the application for the FY 2022 Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Performance Support Grant.
2. Approval to accept the FY 2022 TCA Performance Support grant award and authorize the County Judge to sign the contract and related documents.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $1,995.00 and appropriation of the same.
D.
AI-82421
Discussion, consideration, and action to ratify Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County, Texas and the Corporation for National and Community Standards related to the County Judge's Office Anti-Poverty Initiative, as executed by the Director of Public Affairs, in order to initiate a cost-share project with AmeriCorps/VISTA and establish a Youth Leadership Academy that would address issues of poverty in the County.
E.
AI-82519
Discussion, consideration and approval of COVID-19 Communications Program to provide the community the necessary resources (information) regarding COVID-19, including but not limited to Infusions Therapy, and authorize the use of ARPA-CSLFRF funds for such expenditures.
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-82345
DA-Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) (1281):
Approval and authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez, as Authorized Official, to sign the Inventory Report Form.
Approval and authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez, as Authorized Official, to sign the Inventory Report Form.
B.
AI-82387
DA - Border Prosecution Unit Grant (BPU) (1281):
1. Approval to accept the Region 3-Border Proscution Unit Grant in the amount of $1,148,718.00, effective 09/01/2021 through 08/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2022 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit grant funds in the amount of $1,148,718.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to accept the Region 3-Border Proscution Unit Grant in the amount of $1,148,718.00, effective 09/01/2021 through 08/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2022 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit grant funds in the amount of $1,148,718.00 and appropriation of the same.
C.
AI-82396
DA - Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) (1281):
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537810 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537810 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
8.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-82398
FY 2021 HIDTA Task Force (1291):
1. Authorization and approval to accept award no. G21SS0002A, Supplement Number 1, Cooperative Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $15,000.00 for the grant period of 01/01/2021-12/31/2022.
2. Authorization for County Judge,as authorized official, to sign grant award form and related documents.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in the amount of $15,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Authorization and approval to accept award no. G21SS0002A, Supplement Number 1, Cooperative Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $15,000.00 for the grant period of 01/01/2021-12/31/2022.
2. Authorization for County Judge,as authorized official, to sign grant award form and related documents.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in the amount of $15,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-82392
Authorization and approval to submit executed FY2022 Cooperative State and Local Task Force Agreement between the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-82391
Approval of Sheriff and Constable Fee Schedule for Year 2022
B.
AI-82395
Sheriff's Office - Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Divison (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2022 (9-1-2021 to 8-31-2022) Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $233,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $233,000.00 and appropriation of same.
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Divison (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2022 (9-1-2021 to 8-31-2022) Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $233,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $233,000.00 and appropriation of same.
C.
AI-82352
Sheriff's Office, Constables Pct 1, 2 and 4 Operation Stonegarden Grant (1284):
Authorization and approval to accept a budget amendment (FRAG) in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2020 grant.
Authorization and approval to accept a budget amendment (FRAG) in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2020 grant.
D.
AI-82457
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 $100,000.00.
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's CCP59 from the unassigned fund
balance in the amount of $100,000.00.
10.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-82409
Constable Precinct 1 - FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) for the period of September 1, 2021 to August 31, 2022 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization 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 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant in the amount of $35,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) for the period of September 1, 2021 to August 31, 2022 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization 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 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant in the amount of $35,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-82302
Constable Pct. 1-Body Worn Camera Grant Program (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant with the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division (CJD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for FY 2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: March 01, 2022 - Feb. 28, 2023).
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant with the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division (CJD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for FY 2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: March 01, 2022 - Feb. 28, 2023).
11.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-82511
Constable Pct. 2 - FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award for FY 2022 (Sept. 01, 2021 to Aug. 31, 2021) Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 received from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) with authority for County Judge as authorized official to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimburseable under grant term and conditions.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by County Auditor, for FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 and appropriation of same.
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award for FY 2022 (Sept. 01, 2021 to Aug. 31, 2021) Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 received from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) with authority for County Judge as authorized official to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimburseable under grant term and conditions.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by County Auditor, for FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 and appropriation of same.
12.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-82533
Constable Pct. 3 - FY 2022 Body Worn Camera Grant Program (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant with the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division (CJD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for FY 2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: March 01,2022-February 28,2023).
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant with the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division (CJD), through egrants.
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for FY 2022 Body-Worn Camera Program (Round 4) Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: March 01,2022-February 28,2023).
B.
AI-82432
Constable Pct. 3 - FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award for FY 2022 (Sept. 1, 2021-Aug 31, 2022) Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $95,000.00 received from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) with authority for County Judge as authorized official to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimburseable under grant term and conditions.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by County Auditor, for FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $95,000.00 and appropiration of same.
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award for FY 2022 (Sept. 1, 2021-Aug 31, 2022) Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $95,000.00 received from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) with authority for County Judge as authorized official to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimburseable under grant term and conditions.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by County Auditor, for FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $95,000.00 and appropiration of same.
13.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-82317
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Janie Leeann Ramos as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
B.
AI-82368
Constable Precinct 4 US Treasury (1259):
Approval of appropriation of funds into Constable Precinct 4 US Treasury Account (294-010) in the amount of $12,012.69.
Approval of appropriation of funds into Constable Precinct 4 US Treasury Account (294-010) in the amount of $12,012.69.
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-82405
Approval to extend internship approved by Commissioners Court on 08/24/2021 (AI-82105) for Patricia Yvonne Perez, student at Baylor University, as an intern under the Hidalgo County WIC Lactation Care Center through December 31, 2021.
C.
AI-82496
Approval of the appointment of interns from Alpha Med Omega Organization to participate under the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department for the period of September 21, 2021 through December 31, 2021.
D.
AI-82348
Fire Marshal (1100):
Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period 09/27/2021:
Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period 09/27/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 300-001 | 0013 | Fire Investigator | 10 |
E.
AI-82404
COVID IMM PRJ 1 (1293)/ COVID IMM PRJ 2 (1293) / COVID IMM PRJ 3 (1293) / COVID IMM Round 4 (1293):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 09/27/2021:
1. Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 09/27/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 340-079 | 0023 - 0034 | COVID-19 Medical Assistant | 05 |
| Delete | 340-080 | 0012, 0014, 0015 | COVID-19 Licensed Vocational Nurse II | 11 |
| Delete | 340-080 | 0007 - 0011 | COVID-19 Project Clerk | 01 |
| Delete | 340-080 | 0019 - 0021 | COVID-19 Medical Assistant | 05 |
| Create | 340-079 | 0041 - 0047 | COVID-19 Project Clerk | 01 |
| Create | 340-080 | 0022 | COVID-19 Project Specialist II | 11 |
| Create | 340-080 | 0023 - 0026 | COVID-19 Project Specialist I | 09 |
| Create | 340-081 | 0016 | COVID-19 Administrative Assistant III | 08 |
| Create | 340-084 | 0001 - 0010 | COVID-19 Medical Assistant | 05 |
| Create | 340-084 | 0011 - 0012 | Social Worker | 12 |
| Create | 340-084 | 0013 | Licensed Vocational Nurse IV | 14 |
F.
AI-82381
Precinct 2 Parks (1100):
Approval to extend the following temporary part-time positions, beginning 08/16/2021 through 08/20/2021:
Approval to extend the following temporary part-time positions, beginning 08/16/2021 through 08/20/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Hourly Rate |
| Extend Temporary Position | 122-008 | T060 | Head Lifeguard | $15.00 |
| Extend Temporary Position | 122-008 | T061,T063 | Lifeguard | $12.00 |
| Extend Temporary Position | 122-008 | T064 | Attendant | $12.00 |
G.
AI-82382
DA Civil Litigation (1100) / 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 |
| Delete Position/ Delete Auto Allowance | 080-013 | 0007 | Attorney III | 17 | $900.00 |
| Create Position/Add Auto Allowance |
080-013 | 0018 | Attorney IV | 19 | $2,000.00 |
| Delete | 080-002 | 0115 | Administrative Assistant I | 04 | - |
| Create | 080-002 | 0203 | Administrative Assistant II | 06 | - |
H.
AI-82521
Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period, 09/27/2021:
Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period, 09/27/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 122-006 | 0111 | Truck Driver II | 06 |
15.
Urban County:
A.
AI-82399
1. Hold a public hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County Urban County Program's 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) prior to submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the FY 2019-2020 Hidalgo County Program's 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.
3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to the 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.
2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the FY 2019-2020 Hidalgo County Program's 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.
3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to the 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report.
B.
AI-82423
The Urban County Program requests approval of Sub-Recipient Agreements with the following Non-Profit Agencies for Program Year
34 (2021) retroactively effective July 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022. (See attached Agreement)
| Amigos Del Valle | Children's Advocacy Center | Women Together Foundation, Inc |
| Boys & Girls Club of Pharr | Easter Seals RGV | Nuestra Clinica del Valle |
| Boys & Girls Club of Edinburg | El Milagro Clinic | Open Hands |
| C.A.M.P. University | Food Bank RGV | Weslaco Boys & Girls Club |
| C.A.M.P. University | HOPE Family Health Center | LRGVDC Valley Metro Transportation |
| RGV Literacy Center | HOPE Family Health Center | Creative Arts Studio |
16.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-82356
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $201,806.60 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program for the quarter of July to September 2020 and appropriation of the same.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $230,599.20 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program for the quarter of October to December 2020 and appropriation of the same.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $230,599.20 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program for the quarter of October to December 2020 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-82373
1. Approval to submit a request to the Texas Department of State Health Services to realign funds in the Public Health Expansion Workforce grant program.
2. Approval to submit a request to the Texas Department of State Health Services to realign funds in the Health Disparities grant program.
2. Approval to submit a request to the Texas Department of State Health Services to realign funds in the Health Disparities grant program.
C.
AI-82371
Requesting approval to submit a budget in the amount of $150,000.00 to the Texas Department of State Health Services for additional funds to support a Hurricane Conference event. No local match funds will be required.
D.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-82388
Approval to rescind agenda 82015, item 14E (A, B and C), approved on 8/24/2021.
2.
AI-82386
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 10 Final UC Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) and General Fund with a transfer date of 09-30-2021 and a settlement date of 10-01-2021.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
3.
AI-82217
Discussion and approval to amend the Hidalgo County Health Care Funding District Rules and Procedures.
17.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-82417
Emergency Management - FY 2022 Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Performance Support Grant (1286):
1. Approval to ratify the application for the FY 2022 Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Performance Support Grant.
2. Approval to accept the FY 2022 TCA Performance Support grant award and authorize the County Judge to sign the contract and related documents.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $2,290.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to ratify the application for the FY 2022 Texas Commission on the Arts (TCA) Performance Support Grant.
2. Approval to accept the FY 2022 TCA Performance Support grant award and authorize the County Judge to sign the contract and related documents.
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $2,290.00 and appropriation of the same.
18.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-82366
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve Budget Amendment #2 for the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract # 61210003456 to include additional funding in the amount of $18,717.00 for a final contact amount of $1,776,023.00.
19.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-82467
Approval of the November 2021 General Election Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities for their elections to be held on November 2, 2021.
- The City of Donna
- The City of Edcouch
- The City of Peñitas
B.
AI-82526
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Early Voting Polling Locations for the 2021 November Constitutional Amendment Special Election and Local Entities Elections.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Election Day Polling Locations for the 2021 November Constitutional Amendment Special Election and Local Entities Elections.
20.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-82452
Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter into a Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and the Following Eighteen (18) Community Agencies
| Community Agencies |
| 1.AVANCE, Inc. |
| 2.Behavior Health Solutions of South Texas |
| 3.Buckner Children & Family Services, Inc. |
| 4.Communities Unlimited, Inc. |
| 5.County of Hidalgo Community Services Agency |
| 6. Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance, Ltd |
| 7. Easter Seals of the RGV |
| 8. Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Agency |
| 9. Hidalgo County Housing Authority |
| 10.Hidalgo County WIC Program |
| 11. Hope Family Health Center |
| 12. Region One Education Service Center - Child Find-Child Serve |
| 13. Region One Education Service Center - Early Childhood Intervention Program |
| 14. South Texas College |
| 15. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension |
| 16. Texas Attorney General |
| 17. Tropical Texas Behavioral Health |
| 18. Women Together Foundation, Inc./Mujeres Unidas |
B.
AI-82446
Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD
C.
AI-82447
Discussion,Approval of Proposed Professional Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering, LLC to Oversee and Supervise the Development and Construction of the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms Project
D.
AI-82444
Discussion/Approval of 2021-2022 Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) Plan
E.
AI-82442
Discussion/Approval to Submit the Following Two (2) 2022 Budget Applications:
1. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
2. Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
1. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
2. Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
F.
AI-82445
Discussion/Approval of 2020-2021 Program Information Report (PIR)
21.
WIC:
A.
AI-82341
1. WIC ADMIN-Program 001 - (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS000804500001 Amendment No. 1 in the amount $9,300,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
B. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature Page for Amendment No.1 HHS Contract HHS000804500001
C. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $9,300,000.00 as approved by the County Auditor for the WIC Admin Grant and appropriation of the same.
2. WIC BF-Program 002 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $953,484.00 as certifiedby the County Auditor for the FY 22 BF Peer Counselor Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
3. WIC Registered Dietician-Program 012 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $60,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 Registered Dietician Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
4. WIC - Lactation Services - Program 013 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $50,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 Lactation Services Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
5. WIC Lactation Service Center- Program 017 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $289,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 WIC Lactation Service Center and appropriation of the same.
6. WIC Snap - Ed Breastfeeding - Program 025 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $15,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 WIC Snap-Ed Breastfeeding and appropriation of the same.
7. WIC Extra- Summer Food Program - Program 020 (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $22,580.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 WIC Extra Summer Food Program and appropriation of the same.
8. Extra Funding- TXIN Internet - Program 022 (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $229,200.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 Extra Funding TXIN Internet and appropriation of the same.
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS000804500001 Amendment No. 1 in the amount $9,300,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
B. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the Signature Page for Amendment No.1 HHS Contract HHS000804500001
C. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $9,300,000.00 as approved by the County Auditor for the WIC Admin Grant and appropriation of the same.
2. WIC BF-Program 002 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $953,484.00 as certifiedby the County Auditor for the FY 22 BF Peer Counselor Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
3. WIC Registered Dietician-Program 012 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $60,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 Registered Dietician Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
4. WIC - Lactation Services - Program 013 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $50,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 Lactation Services Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
5. WIC Lactation Service Center- Program 017 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $289,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 WIC Lactation Service Center and appropriation of the same.
6. WIC Snap - Ed Breastfeeding - Program 025 - (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $15,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 WIC Snap-Ed Breastfeeding and appropriation of the same.
7. WIC Extra- Summer Food Program - Program 020 (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $22,580.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 WIC Extra Summer Food Program and appropriation of the same.
8. Extra Funding- TXIN Internet - Program 022 (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $229,200.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 22 Extra Funding TXIN Internet and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-82363
WIC ADMIN - Program 001-(1292):
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $600,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $600,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
C.
AI-82340
Approval of a one-time merit payment increase to WIC Department Employees and authority for County Treasurer to process.
22.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-82324
Proclamation declaring September as National Deaf Awareness Month.
B.
AI-82509
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(10) any work performed under a contract for community and economic development made by a county under Section 381.004 (Community and Economic Development Programs).
2. Authority to approve the 2021 Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and South Texas College to administer Advance Career Education (ACE) Initiative for the Hidalgo County Literacy Program subject to legal counsel's final approval.
2. Authority to approve the 2021 Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and South Texas College to administer Advance Career Education (ACE) Initiative for the Hidalgo County Literacy Program subject to legal counsel's final approval.
C.
AI-82528
1. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Precinct 2 and the South Texas Independent School District for the use of the parking lot facilties located at the Hidalgo County Pct 2 Community Resource Center at 509 E. Earling, San Juan, TX.
2. Approval for Hidalgo County Precinct 2 County Commissioner, Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
2. Approval for Hidalgo County Precinct 2 County Commissioner, Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
D.
AI-82532
Discussion, Consideration, and Approval to appoint/reappointment 2 board member(s) to a 2 year term to the Hidalgo County Emergency Service District No. 4, pursuant to the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 775.034.
23.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-82518
Presentation, discussion and approval of the Hidalgo County Premium Pay Program.
B.
AI-82542
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of debris removal expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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 expenditures are reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $1,500,000.
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of debris removal expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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 expenditures are reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $1,500,000.
C.
AI-82412
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of voting equipment retrofit expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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 expenditures are reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $1,670,668.
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of voting equipment retrofit expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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 expenditures are reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $1,670,668.
D.
AI-82448
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of the McColl Building additional space remodeling expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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 expenditures are reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $364,000.
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of the McColl Building additional space remodeling expenditures for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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 expenditures are reasonable and necessary for the intended use.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $364,000.
E.
AI-82503
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of the countywide roadway assessment study expenditure for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $1,660,128.92.
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the payment of the countywide roadway assessment study expenditure for a period in which the COVID-19 Public Health and Economic crisis is in effect, as necessary, use American Rescue Plan Act Funds loss revenues 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.
2. Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $1,660,128.92.
F.
AI-82450
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of MVEC Agreement for the installation of 13 streetlights in Los Olivares UT 2 Subdivision located in Precinct #1.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of MVEC Agreement for the installation of 9 streetlights in LJ Subdivision located in Precinct #1.
3. Discussion, consideration, and approval of MVEC Agreement for the installation of 7 streetlights in Huisache Acres #10 Subdivision located in Precinct #4.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of MVEC Agreement for the installation of 9 streetlights in LJ Subdivision located in Precinct #1.
3. Discussion, consideration, and approval of MVEC Agreement for the installation of 7 streetlights in Huisache Acres #10 Subdivision located in Precinct #4.
G.
AI-82433
Discussion, consideration and approval of orders authorizing the establishment of streetlights along county roads for the following subdivisions:
| 1 | Eduardo's 14 |
| 2 | Flaco Chiquito |
| 3 | Huisache Acres #10 |
| 4 | Inca Subdivision |
| 5 | L.J No. 1 |
| 6 | La Quietud |
| 7 | Los Olivares UT 2 |
| 8 | MGM Grand Ph 1 |
| 9 | MGM Grand Ph 3 |
| 10 | Polcitrus UT 2 |
| 11 | Pradera |
| 12 | Rancho El Potreero |
| 13 | San Carlos Homesites |
| 14 | Sandy Ridge |
H.
AI-82504
Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of a resolution awarding matching funds to the City of Weslaco for the expansion of the runway at the Weslaco Mid-Valley Airport, which funding is contingent upon the City's receipt of grant money from the State of Texas.
I.
AI-82499
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to rescind previously approved Hidalgo County action related to AI-74937 and AI-75501 for the payment of online credit card transaction convenience fees by the County, including for transactions assessed through the eScofflaw hosted application portal.
2. Discussion, consideration and action to approve assessment of online transaction convenience fees to customers utilizing County services, including but not limited to transactions assessed through the eScofflaw hosted application portal.
3. Approval to amend contacts with third party vendors to reinstate assessing of applicable online transaction convenience fees.
J.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-82397
Pct. 4 Various (1X00):
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $186,380.04 from the Drainage Improvement Project Reimbursements and appropriation/interfund of the same.
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $186,380.04 from the Drainage Improvement Project Reimbursements and appropriation/interfund of the same.
2.
AI-82359
Pct 4 - ICA Edbg - N. Mon Mack Rd Overlay (1200):
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $810.50 and appropriation of the same.
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $810.50 and appropriation of the same.
3.
AI-82349
Elections Dept:
A. Approval of Order authorizing an emergency appropriation requiring the modification/retrofitting of elections voting equipment due to the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 598, which requires a voter-verifiable paper audit trail for voting systems.
B. Approval of 2021 emergency appropriation of funds in the amount of $2,648,740.00 from the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance in accordance with Texas Local Government Code §111.070 to fund the modification/retofitting of voting equipment in order to comply with the legislative mandate.
A. Approval of Order authorizing an emergency appropriation requiring the modification/retrofitting of elections voting equipment due to the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 598, which requires a voter-verifiable paper audit trail for voting systems.
B. Approval of 2021 emergency appropriation of funds in the amount of $2,648,740.00 from the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance in accordance with Texas Local Government Code §111.070 to fund the modification/retofitting of voting equipment in order to comply with the legislative mandate.
4.
AI-82479
Capital Projects Funds (13XX):
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from interest earnings and other revenue from various capital project funds and appropriation and interfund transfers of said capital project funds.
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from interest earnings and other revenue from various capital project funds and appropriation and interfund transfers of said capital project funds.
24.
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-82543
A. Requesting authority to reject the submissions received for specific Products listed based on not meeting the requirements setforth within the RFP for Section 125 Voluntary Products.
B. Presentation of the scoring grids from the designated Evaluation Committee, for the purposes of ranking for award by CC, of the responses received in connection with the RFP for Section 125 Voluntary Products.
C. Award of the Section 125 Voluntary Products for the following:
D. Authority to finalize and/or negotiate, if necessary, the Agreement(s) for each Voluntary Product listed.
B. Presentation of the scoring grids from the designated Evaluation Committee, for the purposes of ranking for award by CC, of the responses received in connection with the RFP for Section 125 Voluntary Products.
C. Award of the Section 125 Voluntary Products for the following:
Accidental Plan: ______________________________
Cancer Plan: _________________________________
Critical Illness: ________________________________
Dental: ______________________________________
Disability: ____________________________________
Hospital Indemnity: ____________________________
Term Life: ____________________________________
Universal Life: _________________________________
Vision: _______________________________________
Whole Life: ____________________________________
Cancer Plan: _________________________________
Critical Illness: ________________________________
Dental: ______________________________________
Disability: ____________________________________
Hospital Indemnity: ____________________________
Term Life: ____________________________________
Universal Life: _________________________________
Vision: _______________________________________
Whole Life: ____________________________________
D. Authority to finalize and/or negotiate, if necessary, the Agreement(s) for each Voluntary Product listed.
2.
AI-82211
A. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the following firms for "RGV - MPO - Technical Advisory Committee & Transportation Policy Board Advisor":
B. Requesting approval for the Purchasing Department to proceed with negotiating with the number one (1) ranked firm to finalize agreement for award.
| Respondent | B2Z Engineering | GDJ Engineering | L&G Engineering | SAMES |
| Evaluator 1 | 84 | 76 | 82 | 79 |
| Evaluator 2 | 94 | 88 | 97 | 93 |
| Evaluator 3 | 90 | 94 | 97 | 92 |
| Evaluator 4 | 93 | 98 | 95 | 88 |
| Evaluator 5 | 97 | 95 | 99 | 90 |
| Total | 458 | 451 | 470 | 442 |
| Rank |
B. Requesting approval for the Purchasing Department to proceed with negotiating with the number one (1) ranked firm to finalize agreement for award.
3.
AI-82284
Requesting approval to execute Amendment No.1 between Hidalgo County and The Caprock Group, LLC dba Texas Wilson for the "Procurement and Installation of Moveable Furniture and Other Items" for the new courthouse project [C-20-503-12-08].
4.
AI-82535
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. Adoption Agreement
b. 457 PPA Amendment
c. 457 Supplemental
d. Adopting Resolution
a. Adoption Agreement
b. 457 PPA Amendment
c. 457 Supplemental
d. Adopting Resolution
B.
Executive Office
1.
AI-82493
Requesting approval of a proposal submitted by Noble Texas Builders, Job Order Contractor, through their BuyBoard Cooperative contract 581-19 [Exp. 03/24/2024] for renovations to Hidalgo County N. McColl Building in the total amount of $273,819.87.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-82427
A. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes for road improvements to Mile 1 East Road from Business 83 to Mile 8 North Road-located within Precinct 1 as outlined (Update Phase I and Complete Phase II);
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement in its desires to assist each other in projects to be defined by mutual agreement(s) 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-82443
A. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Progreso for road improvements to Alyssa Street & Dimas Street located within Precinct 1
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement in its desires to assist each other in projects to be defined by mutual agreement(s) 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 its desires to assist each other in projects to be defined by mutual agreement(s) 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.
3.
AI-82460
Requesting approval of Change Order No.2 [increase] for Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for Hidalgo County Precinct No.1-Mile 6 W Road Project (Mile 9 to Mile 11) as recommended by the project engineer, SAMES, Inc. and concurrence by TxDOT [C-19-274-04-07].
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-82537
Approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $4,456.60) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 El Gato Road (Hall Acres Rd) Project (Contract No. C-21-393-04-06).
E.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-82551
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1, awarded to NM Contracting, LLC for the Construction of Pct's. 4 Mechanic Shop project to extend the term of the contract for an additional 32 calendar days as recommended by project architect ERO Architects (C-20-298-11-17). Subject to form 1295
2.
AI-82492
Requesting approval to purchase One (1) Dynapac Street Paver from Doggett in the amount of $330,000.00 for Pct. 4 through BuyBoard purchasing cooperative.
3.
AI-82424
A. Requesting approval of professional engineering services agreement with RO Engineering, PLLC for Design & Construction of a Parking Lot and Safety Improvements at the San Carlos CRC in Precinct 4 as approved for negotiations by CC on 07/13/2021.
B. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for the Design & Construction of a Parking Lot and Safety Improvements at the San Carlos CRC in Precinct 4 in the amount of $39,155.00.
B. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for the Design & Construction of a Parking Lot and Safety Improvements at the San Carlos CRC in Precinct 4 in the amount of $39,155.00.
F.
IT Department
1.
AI-82484
A. "Discussion, consideration and action to approve a necessary CARES Act Relief Fund expenditure to cover cost not accounted for in the current budget and cannot be lawfully funded by line item, allotment or allocation, for Hidalgo County in order to assist with County functions and compliance with public health measures related to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency with establishing a Lease of Tower Agreement to mount equipment to provide WIFI connectivity and assist the citizens with distance learning, including technology improvements, as well as improving telework capability; the Court having reviewed the Agenda Item Briefing herein find that such expenditure is reasonable and necessary for the intended use.";
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding/procurement requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(1) and (2) attached herein;
C. Approval to enter into a five (5) year Lease Tower Agreement with World Radio Network, Inc. for "Lease of Tower Space" for the IT Department to mount equipment and provide WIFI connectivity (C-21-0727-09-21).
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding/procurement requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(1) and (2) attached herein;
C. Approval to enter into a five (5) year Lease Tower Agreement with World Radio Network, Inc. for "Lease of Tower Space" for the IT Department to mount equipment and provide WIFI connectivity (C-21-0727-09-21).
G.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-82491
A. Requesting approval of the Hidalgo County Bio-Safety Lab Design Development presented by contracted architect, ERO Architects, including cost increase due to escalating material market;
B. Requesting approval to proceed with Construction Document Phase.
B. Requesting approval to proceed with Construction Document Phase.
H.
Juvenile Probation
1.
AI-82344
Requesting authority to purchase and install 39 cameras at the Juvenile Probation Department through our membership with TIPS approved vendor Telepro.
I.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-82507
A. Requesting action to nominate at least three (3) architectural firms from HC approved "Pool" of Architects for the purpose of evaluating in connection with El Paraiso Project;
1.__________;
2.__________;
3.__________;
4.__________;
B. Requesting action to appoint/designate an Evaluation Committee to grade/score the nominated firms;
1.__________;
2.__________;
3.__________;
4.__________;
B. Requesting action to appoint/designate an Evaluation Committee to grade/score the nominated firms;
2.
AI-82353
Requesting acceptance and approval of final negotiated agreement with the #1 ranked Engineering Firm SAMES, Inc., in the amount of $1,660,125.92 in connection with the Roadway Assessment, Inventory Study and Report(s)[C-21-0435-09-21].
J.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-82327
Approval of Full-Service Deputy agreement (C-20-063-09-21) between the County of Hidalgo and BridgePoint Insurance Agency & Permit Center, LLC (Sole Respondent) to act as an agent of the Tax Assessor-Collector in the issuance of motor vehicle registration stickers, license plates, and application for vehicle titles at various locations within Hidalgo County. This agreement is subject to the Full-Service Deputy providing a surety bond in an amount as determined by the County Tax Assessor-Collector in accordance with applicable law, and HB1295.
25.
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-82316
Discussion, consideration and action on request to utilize the County Parking lot (#L3) for the Breast Cancer Awareness 5K on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 5:00a.m. till 12:00p.m.
26.
AI-82546
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act and American Rescue Plan Act Funds
a. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1
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. Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
27.
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-82459
Deliberation regarding Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087
E.
AI-82383
Case No. 1:21-cv-00786; LULAC TEXAS; VOTO LATINO; TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR RETIRED AMERICANS; TEXAS AFT, vs. JOSE ESPARZA, in his official capacity as the Texas Deputy Secretary of State; KEN PAXTON, in his official capacity as the Texas Attorney General, et. al.
F.
AI-82552
Duties, evaluation and discipline of Veterans Service Officer
G.
AI-82374
Claim of Charter Communications Holdings, LLC
H.
AI-82376
Claim of Rocio Juarez
I.
AI-82378
Claim of Blanca E. Cabrera
J.
AI-82431
Claim of Victor Cardenas
K.
AI-82439
Claim of Sayda Cardenas
28.
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)
29.
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-82455
Deliberation regarding Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087
E.
AI-82384
Case No. 1:21-cv-00786; LULAC TEXAS; VOTO LATINO; TEXAS ALLIANCE FOR RETIRED AMERICANS; TEXAS AFT, vs. JOSE ESPARZA, in his official capacity as the Texas Deputy Secretary of State; KEN PAXTON, in his official capacity as the Texas Attorney General, et. al.
F.
AI-82553
Duties, evaluation and discipline of Veterans Service Officer
G.
AI-82375
Claim of Charter Communications Holdings, LLC
H.
AI-82377
Claim of Rocio Juarez
I.
AI-82380
Claim of Blanca E. Cabrera
J.
AI-82435
Claim of Victor Cardenas
K.
AI-82441
Claim of Sayda Cardenas
30.
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
31.
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
32.
Adjourn