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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING MARCH 8, 2022 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 Courthouse Annex III 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 551.127, NOTICE is hereby given that a physical quorum, including the presiding officer/member, will be present at the specified meeting location. Some members of the governing body and/or government officials may participate via videoconference.
Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Open Forum
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-84886
Approval of Proclamation declaring March 21 COVID-19 Memorial Day.
B.
AI-84887
Approval of Proclamation declaring March as National Nutrition Month.
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-84928
District Attorney's Office - the Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (LEOSE)(1220): Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2022 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,067.90 from the State Comptroller and approval to appropriate same.
B.
AI-84700
Discussion, consideration and action acknowledging the Memorandum of Understanding between the Rio Grande Empowerment Zone "Victims of Crime Program" and Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office with authority for Criminal District Attorney, Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr. to sign.
8.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-84910
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Approval to accept FY20 reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA for FY 2020 grant funds and related intradepartmental transfer.
Approval to accept FY20 reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA for FY 2020 grant funds and related intradepartmental transfer.
B.
AI-84800
Requesting approval for payment for the following invoice as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
| Vendor | Location | Invoice | Service Date | Object Code | Amount |
| Superior Alarms | 600 Ash Ave McAllen, TX 78501 | 788924 | 2/1/22 | 430 | $85.00 |
9.
Urban County:
A.
AI-84827
1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for revision to the Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Citizen Participation Plan.
2. Approval of the Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Citizen Participation Plan as submitted.
2. Approval of the Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Citizen Participation Plan as submitted.
B.
AI-84804
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services;
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Engineering Firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 34 (2021) Progreso Street Improvements funds.
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Engineering Service for an Urban County Program Year 34 (2021) Progreso Street Improvements project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Engineering Firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 34 (2021) Progreso Street Improvements funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Lazcamera, LLC dba Fulcrum Consulting Services | 92.67% | |
| Guzman & Munoz Engineering | 91.33% | |
| Izaguirre Engineering Services | 90.00% |
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Engineering Service for an Urban County Program Year 34 (2021) Progreso Street Improvements project.
C.
AI-84807
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2021 City of Palmview Street Improvement Funds.
3. Authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2021 City of Palmview Street Improvement Project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2021 City of Palmview Street Improvement Funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| HINOJOSA ENGINEERING, INC. | 87.3% | |
| SOUTH TEXAS INFRASTRUCTURE, LLC | 85.3% | |
| M2 ENGINEERING, LLC | 82.6% |
3. Authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2021 City of Palmview Street Improvement Project.
D.
AI-84920
1. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking/qualifying by Commissioner's Court of the four (4) responses received, evaluated and graded by the appointed/designated committee via AI-83603 in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2020 CDBG-CV Health Facility Improvements Project funds.
2. Authority for Hidalgo County Urban County Program to begin negotiations with the No. 1 ranked firm of ____________________ for the construction of a Health Facility in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2020 CDBG-CV Health Facility Improvements Funding.
| Ranked Contractors | Grade | Ranked |
| ECON | 369 / 4 = 92.25% | |
| I.C.E. | 367 / 4 = 91.75% | |
| NM CONTRACTING | 353 / 4 = 88.25% | |
| HOLCHEMONT | 347 / 4 = 86.75% |
2. Authority for Hidalgo County Urban County Program to begin negotiations with the No. 1 ranked firm of ____________________ for the construction of a Health Facility in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2020 CDBG-CV Health Facility Improvements Funding.
E.
AI-84911
"Subject to Compliance with HB 1295" the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $483,231.56 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 31, 32, 33 & 34 (2018- 2021) Elsa Parks, Recreational Facilities
F.
AI-84854
Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the second/third highest ranked firm for the provision of engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 34 (2021) Progreso Parks, Recreational Facilities project.
G.
AI-84916
Requesting authority to enter into a 36-month capital lease agreement with G.E. Capital/Ricoh USA for two digital copiers, Ricoh IM5000 and Ricoh IMC4500, through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435) in the amount of $784.00/month, effective upon delivery/installation and subject to HB-1295 compliance, when and if applicable. The lease payment includes service plan with consumables for the two copiers.
10.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-84803
Discussion, consideration, and approval for the Constable Precinct 4 department to apply for participation in the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services program formerly the Texas 1033 Surplus Property Program.
11.
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-84890
Approval to appoint Mallikarjun D. Lalgondar, student at UTRGV, as an intern under the Hidalgo County WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of March 14, 2022 through March 31, 2022.
C.
AI-84939
Classification and Compensation Plan:
1. Approval of the following classified position inventory list change, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
2. Approval to revise the Classified Position Inventory list.
1. Approval of the following classified position inventory list change, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Position Title | Current Grade | Proposed Grade |
| Re-grade | Director, Victims Unit | 16 | 19 |
2. Approval to revise the Classified Position Inventory list.
D.
AI-84885
Facilities Management (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee 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 employee 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 | 220-001 | 0146 | Assistant Director, Facilities Management | 19 |
E.
AI-84899
Public Defender (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 03/14/2022 as follows:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 03/14/2022 as follows:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 085-003 | 0010 | Legal Assistant I | 06 |
| Create | 085-003 | 0025 | Legal Assistant II | 08 |
F.
AI-84896
Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee 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 employee 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 4 | 123-005 | 0001 | Chief Administrator | 20 |
G.
AI-84898
PCT 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval to create the following full-time temporary position, effective 03/14/2022 through 09/11/2022 as follows:
Approval to create the following full-time temporary position, effective 03/14/2022 through 09/11/2022 as follows:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 122-006 | T115 | Mechanic I | 06 |
H.
AI-84811
206TH DC (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 | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Delete | 004-001 | 0004 | Bailiff II (DC) | 13 | $6,000.00 | $0.00 |
| Delete Interpreter Allowance | ||||||
| Create | 004-001 | 0006 | Bailiff I | 11 | $0.00 | $6,000.00 |
| Add Interpreter Allowance |
I.
AI-84963
PCT 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following personnel action, effective next full pay period 03/14/2022 through 09/14/2022 as follows:
Approval of the following personnel action, effective next full pay period 03/14/2022 through 09/14/2022 as follows:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Allowance Amount |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-005 | 0114 | Road Maintenance Foreman | 13 | $3,500.00 |
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-84884
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $35,000.00 and appropriation of the same. The additional amount is for program income earned by the Immunization program to date above what has been projected.
B.
AI-84866
Requesting approval to accept the COVID-19 Immunizations grant contract HHS001019500022, Amendment No. 2 and for the County Judge to e-sign the amendment. The purpose of the amendment is to allow the purchase of incentives for COVID-19 activities and establish requirements related to the distribution of such incentives.
13.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-84820
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract 58220003581 for FY 2022 in the amount of $6,099,007.00, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affair, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
14.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-84879
1. Acceptance and approval of Permit with Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 16 and authorization for the County Judge to execute the Permit.
2. Approval for Hidalgo County to issue payment of $34,000.00 to Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 16 for reimbursement of the District's expense related to construction of Liberty Road Phase I Project.
2. Approval for Hidalgo County to issue payment of $34,000.00 to Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 16 for reimbursement of the District's expense related to construction of Liberty Road Phase I Project.
15.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-84835
Requesting approval to name a 30' private road easement located between Lot 3 and Lot 4, Block 7 Santa Cruz Gardens #3 as Tres Garzas Service Road for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC 911 Department.
B.
AI-84842
Requesting approval to name a 30' private road easement out of Tract 148, San Salvador Del Tule Grant, Hidalgo County, TX, as Purple Sage Service Road for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC 911 Department.
16.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-84981
1. Requesting approval to submit the application for the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship Program, with a finding by the Commissioners Court that the programs serves a public purpose by supporting UT Students returning back to the County and the region in order to promote local employers, local employment, and the local economy.
2. Requesting approval to include a Community Support contribution in the amount of $5,000.00, with the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship application, for the Home to Texas scholarship fund.
2. Requesting approval to include a Community Support contribution in the amount of $5,000.00, with the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship application, for the Home to Texas scholarship fund.
B.
AI-84871
Requesting an exemption from section 3.1 of the County's Accounts Receivable Collection & Write-Off Policy, authorizing Precinct No. 2 staff to process reimbursement requests, for the following TXDOT projects:
1. Dicker Road
2. Linear Park Phase 1
3. Linear Park Phase 2
4. Nolana Loop
5. Eldora Road
1. Dicker Road
2. Linear Park Phase 1
3. Linear Park Phase 2
4. Nolana Loop
5. Eldora Road
C.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-84935
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the procurement of the Ultimate Kronos Group - Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to improve workforce efficiency by integrating various HR functions into a unified system. (Ultimate Kronos Group - Human Resources Information System - Project Number: ARPA-22-200-074)
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the procurement of the Ultimate Kronos Group - Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to improve workforce efficiency by integrating various HR functions into a unified system. (Ultimate Kronos Group - Human Resources Information System - Project Number: ARPA-22-200-074)
2.
AI-84906
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the procurement of the First Responder Emergency Vehicle to aid with the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency by providing support in Hidalgo County's vaccination and testing efforts, particularly for the disadvantaged and most vulnerable Hidalgo County community members. (First Responder Emergency Vehicle - Project Number: ARPA-22-110-073)
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the procurement of the First Responder Emergency Vehicle to aid with the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency by providing support in Hidalgo County's vaccination and testing efforts, particularly for the disadvantaged and most vulnerable Hidalgo County community members. (First Responder Emergency Vehicle - Project Number: ARPA-22-110-073)
3.
AI-84865
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act (1290):
A. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the following project under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Healthcare Professionals Program.
1. Assistance to Rio Grande Valley College Nursing Program - Project Number: ARPA-22-110-072
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and Rio Grande Valley College for the Assistance to Rio Grande Valley College Nursing Program, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
A. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the following project under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Healthcare Professionals Program.
1. Assistance to Rio Grande Valley College Nursing Program - Project Number: ARPA-22-110-072
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and Rio Grande Valley College for the Assistance to Rio Grande Valley College Nursing Program, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
4.
AI-84872
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan for the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Boys and Girls Club Community Development Project, with authority for the County Judge, as the authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan for the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Boys and Girls Club Community Development Project, with authority for the County Judge, as the authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
5.
AI-84699
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the ToGive International Community Development Project to address mental, social, and emotional health impacts of the COVID-19 public health emergency through fine arts programs. (ToGive International Community Development Project - Project Number: ARPA-22-122-068)
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and ToGive International for the ToGive International Community Development Project, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the ToGive International Community Development Project to address mental, social, and emotional health impacts of the COVID-19 public health emergency through fine arts programs. (ToGive International Community Development Project - Project Number: ARPA-22-122-068)
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and ToGive International for the ToGive International Community Development Project, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
6.
AI-84476
ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the following project under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Educational Opportunity and Readiness Program.
Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan Project Learn - Project Number: ARPA-22-122-069
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and the Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan for the Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan Project Learn, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the following project under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Educational Opportunity and Readiness Program.
Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan Project Learn - Project Number: ARPA-22-122-069
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and the Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan for the Boys & Girls Club of Pharr - San Juan Project Learn, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
D.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-84924
Pct.3 Various R&B Programs (1200):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds in the amount of $1,321,500.00 from the R&B unassigned fund balance for various Pct.3 R&B Programs to fund operating expenditures.
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds in the amount of $1,321,500.00 from the R&B unassigned fund balance for various Pct.3 R&B Programs to fund operating expenditures.
2.
AI-84967
Economic Development (1100):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into Economic Development (110-081) in the amount of $365,000.
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into Economic Development (110-081) in the amount of $365,000.
3.
AI-84817
Pct.1 RD Maint (1200):
A. Requesting approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $357,418.42 from Drainage District No.1 in 2021
B. Requesting approval of Appropriation of funds from reimbursement from Drainage District No.1 in the amount of $357,418.42 in 2022
A. Requesting approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $357,418.42 from Drainage District No.1 in 2021
B. Requesting approval of Appropriation of funds from reimbursement from Drainage District No.1 in the amount of $357,418.42 in 2022
17.
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. 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-84980
Requesting approval to enter into a new ICA with Rio Grande Valley Communications Group (RGVCG) for Radio Service for our law enforcement departments, subject to legal approval.
2.
AI-84959
Requesting authority to re-advertise and expand the pool of Professional Surveying Services to increase participation among qualified vendors with expiration of said expansion to coincide with all proposals received, subject to Purchasing and Legal approval (RFQ 21-0784A-TDL).
3.
AI-84960
A. Requesting approval of the following Change Order in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc.:
B. Requesting authority for County Judge or Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents.
| Description | Total Amount |
| Change Order MTI-74 * Fire Loop Island Completion |
$410,207.00 |
B. Requesting authority for County Judge or Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents.
4.
AI-84858
A. Requesting authority to allocate Victoria Air Conditioning, LTD, with the Section 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Deduction, for their energy-efficient technical specifications implemented on the Hidalgo County Courthouse.
B. Requesting authority for the Owner's Designated Representative, Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign all required documents.
B. Requesting authority for the Owner's Designated Representative, Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign all required documents.
5.
AI-84929
A. Requesting approval of final negotiated professional engineering services agreement with CONSOR Engineers, LLC in connection with the Traffic Engineering Consulting and Other Services - New Hidalgo County Courthouse Project. Subject to Purchasing and Legal Review/Approval.
B. Pursuant to CC approval of Professional Engineering Services Agreement with CONSOR Engineers, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $59,291.00 for the Traffic Engineering Consulting and Other Services - New Hidalgo County Courthouse Project.
B. Pursuant to CC approval of Professional Engineering Services Agreement with CONSOR Engineers, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $59,291.00 for the Traffic Engineering Consulting and Other Services - New Hidalgo County Courthouse Project.
6.
AI-84946
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization #1 [C-21-117-11-30], with L&G Engineering for an additional 40 hours to revise the Transportation Improvement Project (TIP) sheets for new projects and revise the TIP for existing projects. (RGVMPO)
B.
Executive Office
1.
AI-84846
Requesting approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Gregory Strategies, LLC for consulting services to Seek Grant Funding for Hidalgo County [C-21-392-03-16].
C.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-84934
Requesting action to nominate an evaluation committee for Project No. 22-0045-ABV for 3rd Party Administration for Self Funded Medical Plan, Pharmacy Benefit Service, Group Term Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment and EAP.
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2.
AI-84833
Requesting approval of sole bid received, meeting all specifications for the purpose of award and approval of the contract to LegalShield for Prepaid (Post Tax) Voluntary Legal Services for county employees.
D.
Emergency Management
1.
AI-84913
Requesting approval to purchase one 2022 Chevy Tahoe vehicle for Emergency Management through the Buyboard Contract 601-19 with Caldwell Country Chevrolet, in the total amount of $58,177.
E.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-84969
A. Requesting approval of final negotiated professional engineering services agreement with Chanin Engineering, LLC in connection with the Sunset Hill Park Pavilion Project in Precinct No.1. Subject to Purchasing and Legal Review/Approval.
B. Pursuant to CC approval of Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Chanin Engineering, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $30,000 to provide Professional Engineering Services for the Sunset Hill Park Pavilion Project.
C. Pursuant to Article 14 of the current agreement C-22-0013-03-08, requesting authority by Chanin Engineering, LLC to engage subcontractors.
B. Pursuant to CC approval of Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Chanin Engineering, LLC, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $30,000 to provide Professional Engineering Services for the Sunset Hill Park Pavilion Project.
C. Pursuant to Article 14 of the current agreement C-22-0013-03-08, requesting authority by Chanin Engineering, LLC to engage subcontractors.
2.
AI-84874
Requesting authority to procure installation services with Alanis Construction Co. for playground equipment at Precinct 1 Sunrise Hill Park in the amount of $49,950.00
F.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-84904
Requesting authority to advertise procurement packet for the construction of Las Milpas Rd Project located in PCT 2, including re-advertising, if applicable, subject to purchasing and legal approval.
G.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-84851
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 to Work Authorization No. 3 under Contract C-12-246-10-16 with L&G Engineering for the Liberty Road Project (from US 83 to Mile 3) to finalize the PS&E and add general project management during the construction phase, including overview of ongoing inspections/testing during construction in the amount of $312,000.00, increasing the original Work Authorization total to $2,689,452.82.
H.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-84895
Approval of Work Authorization #1 for C-21-0519-12-28 with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for Geotechnical Testing Services for Precinct 4 Waste Collection Station - Davis Road.
I.
IT Department
1.
AI-84836
Acceptance and approval of proposal received for the purchase of UKG Ready Equipment/Software System from Kronos SaaShr, Inc. a UKG Company through their cooperative awarded contract through Omnia Partners Contract #18221 in the total amount of $1,390,997.50 subjtect to final price verification and review by legal.
2.
AI-84917
Requesting approval of Service Order #021839-02 for C-17-314-03-26 with Foremost Telecommunications for service at a new location.
3.
AI-84848
Requesting approval to enter into managed detection and response service through our membership with SHI (Contract # DIR-TSO-4291) awarded vendor, Rapid7 in the amount of $258,144.00 with authority for County Judge to sign any required documentation.
4.
AI-84799
A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by (CC 02/08/2022 AI-84445) for the renewal of software licenses (through our membership with DIR-TSO-4093) from Insight Public Sector Inc., in the amount of $60,047.70 due to lack of price verification.
B. Authority to renew software licenses (through our membership with OMNIA Partners, contract 4400006644) from Insight Public Sector Inc., in the amount of $60,047.70 with clearance letter effective 02.03.2022 - 02.03.2023.
C. Requesting ratification of PO 844351 issued on 02/23/2022 in order to avoid any interruption of network security services.
B. Authority to renew software licenses (through our membership with OMNIA Partners, contract 4400006644) from Insight Public Sector Inc., in the amount of $60,047.70 with clearance letter effective 02.03.2022 - 02.03.2023.
C. Requesting ratification of PO 844351 issued on 02/23/2022 in order to avoid any interruption of network security services.
5.
AI-84795
Authority to renew the yearly Smartnet Cisco Support System with Insight through cooperative contract DIR-TSO-4167 in the amount of $71,587.60 from 04/01/2022 - 03/31/2023.
J.
Tax Office
1.
AI-84798
A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirement pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7) & (A) an item that can only be obtained from one source;
B. Requesting approval of "Sole Source Declaration" for Tech Data Systems for the purpose of entering into a service agreement for one year for Tax Office's CCR-1600 Cash and Coin Recycler with authority for County Judge or designee to sign.
B. Requesting approval of "Sole Source Declaration" for Tech Data Systems for the purpose of entering into a service agreement for one year for Tax Office's CCR-1600 Cash and Coin Recycler with authority for County Judge or designee to sign.
K.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-84802
Requesting approval and execution of an "Easement and Right of Way" agreement with AEP Texas Inc., for the new construction of, "Testing/Bio-Safety Laboratory Facility."
2.
AI-84796
Requesting approval of the sole bid received, meeting all specifications for the purpose of award and approval of the contract to Mid Valley Cemetery Inc., DBA Val Verde Memorial Gardens for "Burial Services and Plots for Unidentified Pauper Remains" (C-21-0792-03-08), with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
L.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-84834
Requesting approval to purchase three (3) 2022 Ford Explorers through the GoodBuy contract 22-22-8F000 awarded vendor Silsbee Ford, LLC. in the amount of $91,851.00.
M.
Community Service Agency
1.
AI-84876
Presentation of the qualified sole response received from BIC Development Corp. for the purpose to award the bid and approval of contract for the Community Service Agency Lease of Office Space in the Edinburg Area (C-22-0019-03-08).
2.
AI-84850
A. Requesting authority to advertise a procurement packet for Professional Architectural Services for the Assessment of Roofs as allowed under the CSBG Program Disaster Relief Supplemental Funds, including readvertising, if applicable, subject to Purchasing and Legal review and approval.
B. Requesting authority to advertise a procurement packet for Reconstruction of Roofs (after assessment is finalized) as allowed under the CSBG Program Disaster Relief Supplemental Funds, including readvertising, if applicable, subject to Purchasing and Legal review and approval.
B. Requesting authority to advertise a procurement packet for Reconstruction of Roofs (after assessment is finalized) as allowed under the CSBG Program Disaster Relief Supplemental Funds, including readvertising, if applicable, subject to Purchasing and Legal review and approval.
N.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-84914
Requesting authority for the Re-Roofing of the Hidalgo County Administration I Building (located at 2804 S. Bus. Hwy 281) through awarded TIPS Cooperative contract 211001 with Rio United Builders LLC in the amount of $169,527.32 including payment and performance bonds.
O.
District Attorney
1.
AI-84918
Requesting approval to terminate contract C-21-0765-02-08 with Rosa Isela Martinez pursuant to paragraph 5 of "Agreement for Consulting Services", for researching, developing, writing, obtaining and administrating of grants, due to services no longer needed.
P.
Constables
1.
AI-84861
A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by (CC on 10/19/2021 on AI-82743) for the purchase of twelve (12) 4RE Standard DVR Camera System and it's peripherals with WatchGuard Inc., through Buyboard C-568-18 for $59,410.00 due to inability to price verify all items through Buyboard.
B. Requesting authority to purchase twelve (12) 4RE Standard DVR Camera System and it's peripherals with WatchGuard Inc. through Sourcewell #010720-WCH for total amount of $59,390.00
B. Requesting authority to purchase twelve (12) 4RE Standard DVR Camera System and it's peripherals with WatchGuard Inc. through Sourcewell #010720-WCH for total amount of $59,390.00
Q.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-84844
Requesting authority to advertise procurement packets for the following projects, including re-advertising, if applicable, subject to Purchasing and Legal approval:
| Project No | Project | Department |
| 21-0790 | Title Company Services | County Wide |
| 22-0053 | Purchase of Mobile Unit | WIC Program |
| 22-0123 | Food for Adult Detention Center | County Wide |
18.
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-84944
Presentation of the Delinquent Court Fines & Fees Collection Report January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021.
C.
AI-84952
Discussion, consideration and action on contribution request by the Lower Rio Grande Council regarding the Hidalgo County Active Mobility Plan.
D.
AI-84868
Approval to accept settlement check from Farmers Insurance Company in the amount of $3,521.67 to settle property damages to County fence. (Precinct 3)
E.
AI-84816
Approval to accept settlement check from Empower Insurance Company in the amount of $8,338.38 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Health Department)
F.
AI-84856
Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Certification by State or Local Official of PHA Plans Consistency with the Consolidated Plan form for 2022 Annual Plan to be submitted by the Hidalgo County Housing Authority as required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
19.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act and American Rescue Plan 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 and American Rescue Plan Act Funds
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
20.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following:
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-84983
Cause #C-0640-22-C; Rosalinda Merril Ind. and DBA Big Valley Mobile Home and RV Park v Hidalgo County
E.
AI-84822
Cause #C-21-2369-E; Lisa Marie Cantu v. County of Hidalgo
F.
AI-84824
Cause #CL-21-1717-G; Humberto Martinez, et al. vs. County of Hidalgo
G.
AI-84828
Cause #C-0699-20-E; Jose Felipe Nunez, et al. vs. Hidalgo County
H.
AI-84793
Claim of Robert Barrera
I.
AI-84869
Hidalgo County v. Cesar Garcia
21.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
22.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency
D.
AI-84984
Cause #C-0640-22-C; Rosalinda Merril Ind. and DBA Big Valley Mobile Home and RV Park v Hidalgo County
E.
AI-84823
Cause #C-21-2369-E; Lisa Marie Cantu v. County of Hidalgo
F.
AI-84825
Cause #CL-21-1717-G; Humberto Martinez, et al. vs. County of Hidalgo
G.
AI-84829
Cause #C-0699-20-E; Jose Felipe Nunez, et al. vs. Hidalgo County
H.
AI-84794
Claim of Robert Barrera
I.
AI-84870
Hidalgo County v. Cesar Garcia
23.
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
24.
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
25.
Adjourn