CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
October 30, 2007
9:30 A.M.
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held in the Commissioners' Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
Discussion, consideration and approval of Resolution appointing Hidalgo County Representative to the Texas Indigent Health Care Association
C.
1. Requesting authorization and approval to create one (1) Temporary F/T ImmTrac/PICS Outreach Specialist position, slot no. 340-012-T014 and set salary at $26,300.00 per year/ $12.645 per hour. Position not to exceed six months and or 12/31/2007.
2. Approval of 2007 intradepartmental transfer in the amount of $13,125.00 (1293).
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of 2007 intradepartmental transfer in the amount of $13,125.00 (1293).
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
6.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
1. Approval to accept grant award modification (increase in grant award of $30,000.00) for HIDTA Task Force- STX Director's Administrative Support Element program (grant no. I7PSSP573Z) for the period of January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2008 from the Executive Office of the President - Office of the National Drug Control Policy.
2. Approval to appropriate funds in the amount of $30,000.00 for the period of January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2008 into the STX Director's Administrative Support Element grant (7-1291-412-00-270-004-7-XXX).
3. Approval to create one (1) permanent full-time Receptionist position, slot no. 270-004-G001and set salary at $21,800.00.
4. Approval of salary schedule.
2. Approval to appropriate funds in the amount of $30,000.00 for the period of January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2008 into the STX Director's Administrative Support Element grant (7-1291-412-00-270-004-7-XXX).
3. Approval to create one (1) permanent full-time Receptionist position, slot no. 270-004-G001and set salary at $21,800.00.
4. Approval of salary schedule.
7.
Texas Cooperative Extension - Brad Cowan:
A.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to allocate auto allowance under slot 380-001-0007 for employee no. 159182 in the amount of $1,326.00 per year, effective next full pay period 11/12/2007.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
8.
Office of the County Judge:
A.
1. Approval to accept grant award for the National Recreational Trails Grant from the Texas Parks & Wildlife in the total amount of $127,266.70 for the period of October 30, 2007 through August 31, 2010.
2. Approval to appropriate funds in the total amount of $127,266.70 for the period of October 30, 2007 to August 31, 2010 (account no. 7-1287-452-00-110-071-0-XXX) including County cash match (100,000.00 State funding; 27,266.70 County cash match).
3. Approval of interfund transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency (1100) to National Recreational Trails Grant (1287) in the amount of $27,266.70.
2. Approval to appropriate funds in the total amount of $127,266.70 for the period of October 30, 2007 to August 31, 2010 (account no. 7-1287-452-00-110-071-0-XXX) including County cash match (100,000.00 State funding; 27,266.70 County cash match).
3. Approval of interfund transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency (1100) to National Recreational Trails Grant (1287) in the amount of $27,266.70.
B.
Resolution honoring Godfrey Garza for his outstanding performance as Flood Plain Administrator for Hidalgo County
9.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
Requesting approval to cancel application for Oralia Lopez, at the request of homeowner.
B.
Public Hearing concerning a proposed Budget & Program Amendment for Urban County Program FY 19 (2006) and FY 20 (2007) for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2. The proposed amendment will increase funds for the Street Improvement line items.
C.
Requesting approval of a Budget & Program Amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 to increase Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) & Year 20 (2007) Street Improvement line items.
10.
County Clerk's Office - Annette Muniz:
A.
County Clerk's- Record Archive
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to create four (4) Temporary F/T Deputy Clerk positions and set salary at $20,800.00/ $10.00 per hour. Positions not to exceed six months and or 12/31/2007.
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer in the amount of $15,597.13 (1100).
3. Approval of salary schedule
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to create four (4) Temporary F/T Deputy Clerk positions and set salary at $20,800.00/ $10.00 per hour. Positions not to exceed six months and or 12/31/2007.
| 180-002-T001 | DEPUTY CLERK |
| 180-002-T002 | DEPUTY CLERK |
| 180-002-T003 | DEPUTY CLERK |
| 180-002-T004 | DEPUTY CLERK |
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer in the amount of $15,597.13 (1100).
3. Approval of salary schedule
11.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Discussion/Approval of Self Assessment Report
B.
Discussion/Approval of Head Start Financial Reports for 2007
12.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Authorization to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Alamo for FM 907 from Bus. 83 to Rancho Blanco Road.
13.
Auditor's Office - Ray Eufracio:
A.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, and action of the following:
1. Approval to increase estimated revenues by $506.98 for actual interest earned from January - June 2007 for Refunding Bonds, Series 1996 (1426).
1. Approval to increase estimated revenues by $506.98 for actual interest earned from January - June 2007 for Refunding Bonds, Series 1996 (1426).
14.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to adjust the budgeted salary for one (1) vacant Mechanic III position, slot #122-006-014 from $29,816 to $31,816.00, effective next full pay period 11/12/07.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
15.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Garza:
A.
Approval of 2007 intradepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 - Precinct 4, from object 731 (Roads) to 741 (Vehicles) in the amount of $405,000.00. (1336)
B.
Approval of 2007 intradepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 - Precinct 4 Landfill, from object 741 (Vehicles) to 742 (Heavy Equipment) in the amount of $20,846.00. (1336)
16.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
New Hidalgo County Jail
| Total Inmate Population: | __________ |
| Physical Count: | __________ |
| Males (in house): | __________ |
| Females (in house): | __________ |
| Out of County Facility: | __________ |
| La Villa: | __________ |
| Brooks Co. | __________ |
| Frio: | __________ |
| Other (n/c): | __________ |
| Federal Prisoners: | __________ |
| Adj./Sentenced to TDC: | __________ |
| Total Paper Ready TDC: | __________ |
| No. Over 45 Days: | __________ |
| Pending Paperwork/Courts: | __________ |
| Pending Charges/Courts: | __________ |
2.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report of the building punchlist by project architect
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report of the building punchlist by project architect
b) other related items
c) Relocation Plan/Process
5.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
6.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of draft specifications as attached hereto for: Purchase of Uniforms and/or Accessories
7.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of draft specifications as attached hereto for "Gasoline and Diesel Fuel" project.
8.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A)(4) a professional service for Surveyor Services in connection with Hidalgo County - New County Government Facility;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of surveyors in connection with professional surveying & related services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County's New Government Facility;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Surveyor Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Surveyor Services for Hidalgo County New Government Facility.
D. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A)(4) a professional service for Engineering Services in connection with Hidalgo County - New County Government Facility;
E. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional engineer services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County's New Government Facility;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Engineer Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineer Services for Hidalgo County New Government Facility.
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of surveyors in connection with professional surveying & related services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County's New Government Facility;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Surveyor Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Surveyor Services for Hidalgo County New Government Facility.
D. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A)(4) a professional service for Engineering Services in connection with Hidalgo County - New County Government Facility;
E. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional engineer services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County's New Government Facility;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Engineer Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineer Services for Hidalgo County New Government Facility.
9.
Presentation for discussion, acceptance, and approval of the final negotiated contract (including best and final offer" (subject to legal review) with CivicPlus, Inc. for RFP NO: 2007-348-09-05-VYG-Hidalgo County-Website Development Designer Services" Project.
10.
A. Requesting approval to replace cell phones for the following Elected Officials, Departments and/or Programs under the Texas Facilities Commissions' awarded vendors through - DIR TELE06-27-03/ TEXAN 2000 SPR-W contract.
1. Tax Office for Armando Barrera in the amount of $149.99 for one Man-20 cell phone under requisition #120025 to replace phone that is not working properly.
2. Pct. #3 for Sabas Sandoval and Marcello Garza in the amount of $169.99 per phone under requisition #120421 to replace damaged phones.
B. Requesting approval for the purchase of cell phones through forfeiture funds for the Sheriff's office through P.O. # 593692 due to urgency to replace non-functioning phones needed for work purposes . Replacement of one phones is for:
1. Sanyo 2400 in the amount of $169.99 one (1) unit.
2. TREO 700 in the amount of $649.99 one (1) phone.
1. Tax Office for Armando Barrera in the amount of $149.99 for one Man-20 cell phone under requisition #120025 to replace phone that is not working properly.
2. Pct. #3 for Sabas Sandoval and Marcello Garza in the amount of $169.99 per phone under requisition #120421 to replace damaged phones.
B. Requesting approval for the purchase of cell phones through forfeiture funds for the Sheriff's office through P.O. # 593692 due to urgency to replace non-functioning phones needed for work purposes . Replacement of one phones is for:
1. Sanyo 2400 in the amount of $169.99 one (1) unit.
2. TREO 700 in the amount of $649.99 one (1) phone.
11.
389th District Court:
Request approval to remove the following fixed asset from inventory:
CPU Intel P-4 2 GHZ Mini-tower (Asset #39684)
Request approval to remove the following fixed asset from inventory:
CPU Intel P-4 2 GHZ Mini-tower (Asset #39684)
12.
Requesting authority to advertise for a request for bids for " Pre-Cast Safety End Treatments for Hidalgo County" with approval of draft specifications as attached hereto and as presented to user departments for review, comment and approval. (RFB #: 2007-117)
13.
A. Presentation by project architect, V-A Architecture, for approval of the following additional jobs listed for the Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center:
1. Drop an A/C duct w/register to a small store room for IDF#2
2. Add a return from MDF room
3. Upgrade the electrical in laundry room to suffice dryer needs
4. Upgrade the electrical in kitchen area to suffice ovens baking needs
B. Requesting authority to seek proposals from participating job order contractors (Centennial Contractors-TCPN, and/or Herrera-Hunt-Harris County Board of Education, TIPS) in connection with herein listed jobs for the New Juvenile Justice Center.
1. Drop an A/C duct w/register to a small store room for IDF#2
2. Add a return from MDF room
3. Upgrade the electrical in laundry room to suffice dryer needs
4. Upgrade the electrical in kitchen area to suffice ovens baking needs
B. Requesting authority to seek proposals from participating job order contractors (Centennial Contractors-TCPN, and/or Herrera-Hunt-Harris County Board of Education, TIPS) in connection with herein listed jobs for the New Juvenile Justice Center.
B.
Buildings & Grounds:
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to accept proposals received through Hidalgo County's Membership participation with State or Cooperative Purchasing Programs with "Job Order Contractors" for awarding of "Suspended Ceiling and/or Audio Equipment for the 389th State District Court" Project, in an amount not to exceed $______________________;
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to accept a proposal received through the Visual Innovations Company, Inc. awarded vendor under our membership/participation in Texas Procurement & Support Services, TXMAS contract-4-581010 in an amount not to exceed $___________________.
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to accept a proposal received through the Visual Innovations Company, Inc. awarded vendor under our membership/participation in Texas Procurement & Support Services, TXMAS contract-4-581010 in an amount not to exceed $___________________.
C.
Prct. 1
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 0716 in the amount of $ 12,000.00 submitted by Rodriguez Engineering and for county Auditor to process invoice (after review and audit) and for County Treasurer to issue payment in connection with contract # C-06-217-07-18 (PO # 584609) for various R&B and C.I.P. projects (Mile 131/2 (from FM1015 to Mile 6).
D.
Prct. 2
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Payment:
A) Invoice No. 07M14-13 in the amount of $96.00 (Primavera)
B) Invoice No. 07M14-16 in the amount of $96.00 (Primavera)
C) Invoice No. 07M14-20 in the amount of $96.00 (Primavera)
D) Invoice No. 07M14-21 in the amount of $307.04 (Primavera)
E) Invoice No. 07M14-22 in the amount of $312.71 (Primavera)
F) Invoice No. 07M14-23 in the amount of $239.40 (Primavera)
G) Invoice No. 07M14-26 in the amount of $225.70 (Primavera)
H) Invoice No. 07M14-27 in the amount of $195.70 (Primavera)
I) Invoice No. 07M14-28 in the amount of $440.00 (Primavera)
J) Invoice No. 07M14-29 in the amount of $440.00 (Primavera)
from Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., contracted engineer for Precinct No. 2, "Primavera Subdivision" with authority for Auditor to complete processing procedures that included review & audit and for County Treasurer to issue payment.
A) Invoice No. 07M14-13 in the amount of $96.00 (Primavera)
B) Invoice No. 07M14-16 in the amount of $96.00 (Primavera)
C) Invoice No. 07M14-20 in the amount of $96.00 (Primavera)
D) Invoice No. 07M14-21 in the amount of $307.04 (Primavera)
E) Invoice No. 07M14-22 in the amount of $312.71 (Primavera)
F) Invoice No. 07M14-23 in the amount of $239.40 (Primavera)
G) Invoice No. 07M14-26 in the amount of $225.70 (Primavera)
H) Invoice No. 07M14-27 in the amount of $195.70 (Primavera)
I) Invoice No. 07M14-28 in the amount of $440.00 (Primavera)
J) Invoice No. 07M14-29 in the amount of $440.00 (Primavera)
from Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., contracted engineer for Precinct No. 2, "Primavera Subdivision" with authority for Auditor to complete processing procedures that included review & audit and for County Treasurer to issue payment.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Payment:
A) Invoice No. 2337 in the amount of $11,899.40 (Val-Mex Drive)
B) Invoice No. 2344 in the amount of $13,707.10 ( McColl Rd II)
C) Invoice No. 2345 in the amount of $25,260.68 (McColl RdIII)
D) Invoice No. 2347 in the amount of $11,899.40 (Val-Mex Drive)
E) Invoice No. 2350 in the amount of $4,628.00 (Tower Rd)
F) Invoice No. 2351 in the amount of $8,420.48 (McColl R)
G) Invoice No. 2352 in the amount of $2,918.95 (McColl Rd III)
H) Invoice No. 2357 in the amount of $11,899.40 (Val-Mex Drive)
from R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, contracted engineer for Precinct No. 2, "Val-Mex Drive; McColl Rd; Tower Rd" with authority for Auditor to complete processing procedures ( including review & audit) and for County Treasuer to issue payment under contract #s C-07-358-09-04;C-06-251-08-15;C-05-229-06-21
A) Invoice No. 2337 in the amount of $11,899.40 (Val-Mex Drive)
B) Invoice No. 2344 in the amount of $13,707.10 ( McColl Rd II)
C) Invoice No. 2345 in the amount of $25,260.68 (McColl RdIII)
D) Invoice No. 2347 in the amount of $11,899.40 (Val-Mex Drive)
E) Invoice No. 2350 in the amount of $4,628.00 (Tower Rd)
F) Invoice No. 2351 in the amount of $8,420.48 (McColl R)
G) Invoice No. 2352 in the amount of $2,918.95 (McColl Rd III)
H) Invoice No. 2357 in the amount of $11,899.40 (Val-Mex Drive)
from R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, contracted engineer for Precinct No. 2, "Val-Mex Drive; McColl Rd; Tower Rd" with authority for Auditor to complete processing procedures ( including review & audit) and for County Treasuer to issue payment under contract #s C-07-358-09-04;C-06-251-08-15;C-05-229-06-21
3.
Requesting authority to advertise a request for bids "Loading and Hauling of Dirt for Pct. #2" with approval of draft specifications/terms and conditions and as developed and drafted by user department(s). (No.: 2007-118)
E.
Prct. 3
1.
Approval of request for Payment Application No. 8 in the amount of $11,369.55 from Joe Williamson Construction Co., Inc., contracted vendor for "Construction of Precinct No. 3 Motor Pool Building" and certified for payment by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering ; C-06-181-07-25
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Invoice No. 05-229B in the amount of $592.34 from Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. contracted engineer for Precinct No. 3 in connection with the "Construction of the New Motor Pool Building."
3.
Requesting authority to exercise the additional one year extension as provided under current contract for "Hauling of Crushed Caliche" for Precinct No. 3, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Roy's Hauling Services. C-06-270-10-31 Effective: 11/01/07-10/31/08.
F.
Prct. 4
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion acceptance and approval of a construction contract with the date of
October 23, 2007 for the: "Design and Construction of Retention Ponds at Tamarron Estates" to the low bidder meeting all specifications and requirements (subject to legal review as presented through project engineer: Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.) with awarded vendor Asago Construction, LLC.
2.
Requesting authority to purchase the following listed Equipment through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with H-GAC and TASB (BuyBoard) awarded vendors in the amount not to exceed amounts listed which includes delivery and co-op fees.
|
Co-Op
|
Qty.
|
Item Description
|
Vendor
|
Total Price
|
|
H-GAC
|
3
|
3000 Gal. Water Truck
|
Rush Truck Center |
$291,189.72
|
|
H-GAC
|
3
|
Tandem Dump Trucks | Rush Truck Center |
$259,386.00
|
|
Buy Board
|
1
|
Dump Truck | Rush Truck Center |
$59,850.00
|
|
H-GAC
|
1
|
Trash Compactor (34 yd) | B & C Body Co. |
$20,530.80
|
|
TOTAL
|
$630,956.52
|
G.
IT Department:
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion and approval of proposal received from Tandus US Inc. through our participation/membership with TXMAS contract No. 5-721A060A for the provision of labor and materials as attached hereto for approximately 351 S/Y of commercial carpet color #61507 to be installed at the recently assigned offices for the IT Department to include but not limited to floor prep, cover base installation and any other appurtenances as related to complete project #07-425 in the amount not to exceed $11,666.75.
H.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of the negotiated contract (including best and final offer and subject to legal review) with Data Rx Management, Inc. the ranked number one (1) proposer (by CC on10-15-07 meeting all specifications and requirements) for the provision of on-line billing pharmacy billing services for Hidalgo County's Department of Health & Human Services.
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Change Order No 1 for La Paloma Subdivision C-CAP-07-021-05-30 for material and work adjustments in the amount of $20,346.05 (increase) as submitted through project engineer is TEDSI Infrastructure Group for awarded contractor IOC Company LLC, a Border Colonia Access Program Project(s).
J.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
1.
A. Presentation for consideration, discussion acceptance and approval of:
1) Change Order No 3 for Primavera Subdivision C-CAP-06-005-11-28 for material and work adjustments in the amount of $64.25 (increase);
2) Request for Application for Final Payment in the amount of $14,219.01;
3) Request for Application for Retainage Release in the amount of $21,962.51;
4) Requesting approval of "Certificate of Construction Completion" reflecting the completion dates of 9-28-07
as submitted by project engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering for Primavera I Subdivision Project for awarded contractor J.M. Construction. C-CAP-06-005-11-28
1) Change Order No 3 for Primavera Subdivision C-CAP-06-005-11-28 for material and work adjustments in the amount of $64.25 (increase);
2) Request for Application for Final Payment in the amount of $14,219.01;
3) Request for Application for Retainage Release in the amount of $21,962.51;
4) Requesting approval of "Certificate of Construction Completion" reflecting the completion dates of 9-28-07
as submitted by project engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering for Primavera I Subdivision Project for awarded contractor J.M. Construction. C-CAP-06-005-11-28
K.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Recommending award of bid and approval of contract (subject to legal review) to lowest bidder meeting specifications and or/requirements as attached hereto for: "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (& Jail)-Pest Control Services" RFB No.: 2007-114-09-12-SMA
2.
Requesting approval to purchase of 25 hand held portable radios for the Sheriff's Office under req. 120102, through quotes, in the total amount of $13,475.00.
3.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of draft specifications (as developed & drafted with the user department) as attached hereto for "Repairs, Installation and Removal of Emergency Equipment, Radios,Computer and Miscellaneous Equipment" project.
4.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from state awarded vendor through our membership/participation with (TPASS) Texas Procurement & Support Services (DIR) VAL-COM COMPUTER CENTER - DIR-SDD- 223 Requisition #120559 for the total of $ 10,230.00
L.
Juvenile Probation
1.
Approval of a correction to agenda item (AI-5608) approved by CC on 9-25-07 for ratification of award by Juvenile Board of Judges on (8-22-07) to reflect the RFP #254 (and not #082) for: "Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program" award of contract with Southwest Key, Inc. for the provision of services related to the "Operation and Management of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program"- fiscal & school year of 2007-2008.
17.
County Court #4:
A.
Presentation by for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of a claim/invoices and after County Auditor has completed processing procedures (review & audit) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment for the items as attached hereto:
1. County Court @ Law #4 is requesting a reimbursement for Ms. Aida Ramirez in the amount of $181.26 for items/supplies that were purchased to paint the courtroom without a purchase order.
1. County Court @ Law #4 is requesting a reimbursement for Ms. Aida Ramirez in the amount of $181.26 for items/supplies that were purchased to paint the courtroom without a purchase order.
18.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Approval to authorize withdrawal of 457 Plan for employee #129488 due to hardship
B.
Requesting authorization and approval to transfer General Fund lapse salaries & related fringe benefits from various departments to the County Wide Administration Contingency account. Note: Sweep includes salaries, FICA and retirement
C.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from various fire departments to Alton Fire Department in the amount of $ 14,000.00 (1100) and to Palmview Fire Department in the amount of $10,000.00 (1100)
D.
Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from Countywide Administration- Contingency (1100) to Pct. #2- R&B (1202) in the amount of $100,000.00 for hauling and freight services.
E.
Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from Countywide Administration- Contingency (1100) to Precinct #2- Parks (1212) in the amount of $54,000.00 for the El Jay Park facility.
F.
Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from County Wide Administration - Contingency (1100) to Capital Outlay - Pct 3 - Sheriff's Substation (1301) in the amount of $10,000.00.
G.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration- Contingency to Jury Fees(1100) in the amount of $100,000.00
H.
Flood Plain Administrator:
Approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 to Work Authorization #4 with Tedsi Infrastructure Group for the Mapping Activity Statement #2 (MAS) under FEMA cooperative agreement number EMT-2005-CA-0113 This supplemental will extend the period of service only
Approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 to Work Authorization #4 with Tedsi Infrastructure Group for the Mapping Activity Statement #2 (MAS) under FEMA cooperative agreement number EMT-2005-CA-0113 This supplemental will extend the period of service only
19.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition/Sale
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
20.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition/Sale
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
21.
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
22.
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
23.
Adjourn