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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING MARCH 7, 2023 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.
Approval of Awards/Recognitions:
A.
AI-89832
Approval of Proclamation Honoring The Edinburg North High School Mariachi Oro Group
B.
AI-89894
Approval of Proclamation Recognizing and Celebrating International Women's Day
C.
AI-89913
Approval of Proclamation Honoring The Harvest Christian Academy Lady Eagles Basketball Team
D.
AI-89795
Approval of Proclamation Honoring The Edinburg High School Bobcat Cheerleaders
E.
AI-89749
Proclamation recognizing March as National Kidney Month.
F.
AI-89878
Approval of Proclamation recognizing Cristina Rivera on the occasion of her retirement.
G.
AI-89922
Resolution recognizing and honoring the Hidalgo County Public Defender's Office and designating March 18, 2023 as "Public Defender Day"
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-89891
Approval of Resolution in Support of Sanitation Legislation.
8.
Probate Court:
A.
AI-89961
Discussion, consideration and action expanding the Hidalgo County Probate Court to include a Statutory Probate Court Associate Judge and an Assistant Probate Auditor
9.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-89817
Approval of Educational Program Affiliation Agreement between The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) and Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office with authority for Criminal District Attorney Toribio Palacios to sign agreement.
B.
AI-89843
District Attorney's Office - the Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (LEOSE)(1220):
Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2023 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,070.35 from the State Comptroller and approval to appropriate same.
Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2023 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,070.35 from the State Comptroller and approval to appropriate same.
10.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-89774
2023 - HIDTA DA TREAS (Fund 1252):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $15,000.
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $15,000.
11.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-89898
SCAAP Grant (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to submit application for the FY 2022 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.
2. Authorization for County Judge to sign OMB No. 4040-0004 as Authorized Representative ("AOR").
3. Authorization for the County Judge to certify the required documentation and application under Grants.gov and JustGrants.gov as authorized official.
1. Authorization and approval to submit application for the FY 2022 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.
2. Authorization for County Judge to sign OMB No. 4040-0004 as Authorized Representative ("AOR").
3. Authorization for the County Judge to certify the required documentation and application under Grants.gov and JustGrants.gov as authorized official.
B.
AI-89741
1. Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code, Subchapter D-263.151(2)(A) &/or (B), declaration of Asset No: 76475 issued firearm [as further detailed in supporting documentation contained herein] as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition [as permitted by Gov't Code 614];
2. Pursuant to Gov't Code, Section 614, [permitting a peace officer retiring from a governmental entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court approve the value of Sergeant Alfredo Avila's issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] at $80.67.
2. Pursuant to Gov't Code, Section 614, [permitting a peace officer retiring from a governmental entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court approve the value of Sergeant Alfredo Avila's issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] at $80.67.
C.
AI-89742
FY 2021 Operation Stonegarden (1284):
Approval to ratify budget adjustment submitted to the Office of the Governor.
Approval to ratify budget adjustment submitted to the Office of the Governor.
D.
AI-89802
Acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services under WA#1 C-21-0522-12-28 for "Willacy County Jail Facility", through the current agreement.
| Invoice | Amount |
| 10090306 | $18,000.00 |
12.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-89784
Presentation and discussion of the 2022 Racial Profiling Report, as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Pct.1 Department, in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
B.
AI-89834
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for Constable Pct.1 CCP 59 from the CCP 59 Forfeiture Fund unassigned fund balance in the amount of $14,520.78 to fund general supplies expenses.
13.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-89806
Presentation and discussion of 2022 Racial Profiling Report by Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 Department in accordance with Article 2.134 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
14.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-89757
Constable Precinct 3 - FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to ratify acceptance of grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant in the amount of $76,141.20 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2023, with authority for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically and execute required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant in the amount of $76,141.20 and appropriation of the same.
1. Authorization and approval to ratify acceptance of grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant in the amount of $76,141.20 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2023, with authority for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically and execute required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant in the amount of $76,141.20 and appropriation of the same.
15.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-89845
Constable Precinct 4 LEOSE (1220):
Approval of the certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $1,407.34 for the 2023 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
Approval of the certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $1,407.34 for the 2023 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
16.
Constable Pct. #5:
A.
AI-89643
Constable Precinct 5 - FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield Grant (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to ratify acceptance of grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield grant in the amount of $45,684.72 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023 with authority for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically and execute required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield grant in the amount of $45,684.72 and appropriation of same.
1. Authorization and approval to ratify acceptance of grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield grant in the amount of $45,684.72 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023 with authority for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically and execute required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2023 Bullet Resistant Shield grant in the amount of $45,684.72 and appropriation of same.
17.
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-89914
Discussion regarding the appointment of the Elections Department Director and action to set the annual salary amount.
C.
AI-89970
Probate Court (1100)/ Contributions Fund (1243):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Salary/Grade |
| Create | 023-001/ 023-002 |
0010/ 0001 |
Associate Judge | $126,000.00 |
| Create | 023-001/ 023-002 |
0011/ 0002 |
Assistant Probate Auditor | 07 |
D.
AI-89866
Health - ARPA Bio Safety Lab (1290):
1. Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 03/13/2023:
2. Approval to revise the Classified Position List in accordance with the action above.
1. Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 03/13/2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-311 | 0003 | Medical Technologist II | 15 |
2. Approval to revise the Classified Position List in accordance with the action above.
E.
AI-89872
Pct 4 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval to create a part time-temporary position, effective next full pay period 03/13/2023 through 11/30/2023:
Approval to create a part time-temporary position, effective next full pay period 03/13/2023 through 11/30/2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 124-007 | T122 | Clerk II | 03 |
F.
AI-89876
Crim DA (1100):
1. Approval to award discretionary steps for the employees listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Crim DA (1100)/ DA CCP59 (1223):
2. Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
1. Approval to award discretionary steps for the employees listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 5 | 080-002 | 0225 | Assistant District Attorney V | 21 |
| Discretionary Step 4 | 080-002 | 0123 | Assistant District Attorney III | 17 |
Crim DA (1100)/ DA CCP59 (1223):
2. Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Allowance Amount |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 080-002 | 0225 | Assistant District Attorney V | 21 | - |
| 080-007 | A197 | $7,883.00 |
G.
AI-89844
Discussion and action to adopt the Non-Fraternization Policy.
18.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-89868
Presentation of letter from Ms. Emilie Prot, Regional Medical Director and Mr. Abdul Kamara, Operation Border Health Preparedness Director, Department of State Health Services.
Letter pertains to Operation Border Health Preparedness, annual emergency preparedness exercise coordinated by the Texas Department of State Health Services and various partners that will be in San Juan, Texas on July 24 - 28, 2023.
The purpose of this joint military and civilian full-scale event is to practice emergency response roles while simultaneously providing free medical services to residents across our counties within the region to reduce health gaps, prevent disease and make healthy living options accessible.
Ms. Prot and Mr. Kamara seek help and support to grow their local clinical volunteer pool in a way that is efficient, sustainable and scalable by sharing this upcoming event on Hidalgo County's social media and communication platforms.
Letter pertains to Operation Border Health Preparedness, annual emergency preparedness exercise coordinated by the Texas Department of State Health Services and various partners that will be in San Juan, Texas on July 24 - 28, 2023.
The purpose of this joint military and civilian full-scale event is to practice emergency response roles while simultaneously providing free medical services to residents across our counties within the region to reduce health gaps, prevent disease and make healthy living options accessible.
Ms. Prot and Mr. Kamara seek help and support to grow their local clinical volunteer pool in a way that is efficient, sustainable and scalable by sharing this upcoming event on Hidalgo County's social media and communication platforms.
B.
AI-89921
Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Written Acknowledgement of Completion of Cybersecurity Training Program as required by the Texas Health & Human Services.
C.
AI-89936
Requesting approval to accept the NACCHO scholarship award and for Eduardo Olivarez, Chief Administrative Officer, to sign the letter of commitment. This scholarship will reimburse up to $2,500.00 for expenses incurred by Health & Human Services Department for staff certification in infection control.
D.
AI-89819
Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion Grant (1293):
1. Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application and budget for the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion program for FY 2024 and FY 2025. The amount of this 2-year will be $295,042.00 with a start date of September 1, 2023 and end date of August 31, 2025.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Texas HHS System - Data Use Agreement / Security and Privacy Inquiry as part of the renewal grant application.
1. Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application and budget for the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion program for FY 2024 and FY 2025. The amount of this 2-year will be $295,042.00 with a start date of September 1, 2023 and end date of August 31, 2025.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Texas HHS System - Data Use Agreement / Security and Privacy Inquiry as part of the renewal grant application.
E.
AI-89759
Requesting approval to submit the renewal grant application and budget for the Regional and Local Services System / Local Public Health Services program for FY 24 and FY 25. The total allocation for each fiscal year is $102,403.00. The 2-year program period will be in effect from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2025.
F.
AI-89753
Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to esign the CPS / PH Workforce contract HHS001077100001, Amendment No. 1. The purpose is to add a no-cost extension with a new end date of June 30, 2024.
G.
AI-89685
Requesting approval to accept the Memorandum of Understanding #HHS001323600001 with the Texas Department of State Health Services and to have the County Judge sign the MOU. The purpose is to provide the Parties' roles and responsibilities regarding accessing electronic health data through the TxS2 system.
H.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-89968
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 11 UC Additional Hospital Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 03-16-2023 and a settlement date of 03-17-2023.
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.
19.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-89889
Request Approval of Application and Certificate for Payment for Invoice #T103880 in the Amount of $10,000.00 for Professional Services Submitted by Terracon Engineering, Geotechnical Engineer, through Contract C-21-006-11-02-AS for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms
B.
AI-89875
Discussion/Approval to Initiate a Low-Cost Extension Application Request to the Office of Head Start, Administration of Children and Families to Extend the Liquidation Period for Grant No. 06HE000736 to March 31, 2024
20.
Elections Department:
A.
AI-89851
1. Discussion on Election Updates
2. Approval of the May 6, 2023 Local Entities Elections Services Contract between Hidalgo County and Sharyland ISD.
2. Approval of the May 6, 2023 Local Entities Elections Services Contract between Hidalgo County and Sharyland ISD.
21.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-89794
1. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Enchanted Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Manuel A. Murillo) (Alamo Road & Mile 17 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 8 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 17 ½ North Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 17 ½ North Road and Alamo Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $12,000.00 for (8 OSSF'S)
b. Los Amigos Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (HI Starr Investment, LLC.) (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 1 West Road)
No. of Lots: 20 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road and Mile 1 West Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $30,000.00 for (20 OSSF'S)
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $23,000.00 for (10 DRIVEWAYS)
c. Sienna Ridge Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DII Management, LLC.) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 52 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:7
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ West Road and 1 internal street are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $78,000.00 for (52 OSSF'S)
3. Final Approval
a. Caledonia West Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Caledonia Estates Corp. Phase II) (Curry Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 78 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Curry Road and 6 internal streets are paved.
b. Vaquero Estates Phase V Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tres Terrenos RGV L.P.) (Mile 11 North Road & F.M. 1015)
No. of Lots: 271 Single-Family, 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: "X" Shaded
Number of Streetlights:35
Filling Stations:18
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Mile 11 North Road, F.M. 1015 and 9 internal streets are paved.
a. Enchanted Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Manuel A. Murillo) (Alamo Road & Mile 17 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 8 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 17 ½ North Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 17 ½ North Road and Alamo Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $12,000.00 for (8 OSSF'S)
b. Los Amigos Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (HI Starr Investment, LLC.) (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 1 West Road)
No. of Lots: 20 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road and Mile 1 West Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $30,000.00 for (20 OSSF'S)
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $23,000.00 for (10 DRIVEWAYS)
c. Sienna Ridge Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DII Management, LLC.) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 52 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:7
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ West Road and 1 internal street are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $78,000.00 for (52 OSSF'S)
3. Final Approval
a. Caledonia West Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Caledonia Estates Corp. Phase II) (Curry Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 78 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Curry Road and 6 internal streets are paved.
b. Vaquero Estates Phase V Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tres Terrenos RGV L.P.) (Mile 11 North Road & F.M. 1015)
No. of Lots: 271 Single-Family, 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: "X" Shaded
Number of Streetlights:35
Filling Stations:18
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Mile 11 North Road, F.M. 1015 and 9 internal streets are paved.
22.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-89855
Approval of appointment or re-appointment of member to the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health Board of Trustees.
B.
AI-89920
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County and Senator Morgan LaMantia.
2. Approval for Hidalgo County Judge, Richard F. Cortez to sign the Memorandum of Understanding
2. Approval for Hidalgo County Judge, Richard F. Cortez to sign the Memorandum of Understanding
C.
AI-89900
Authorization and approval to name two private roads for 911 purposes as recommended by the RGVECD - 911 department:
1. Off of Highway 281, Capisallo District Subdivision, Lot 1, Block 74, Mercedes, Texas, as "La Familia" SR (service road).
2. Off of Longhorn Drive, Greener Pastures Family Home Park Subdivision, Lot 104, Donna, Texas, as "Triple H Ranch" SR (service road).
1. Off of Highway 281, Capisallo District Subdivision, Lot 1, Block 74, Mercedes, Texas, as "La Familia" SR (service road).
2. Off of Longhorn Drive, Greener Pastures Family Home Park Subdivision, Lot 104, Donna, Texas, as "Triple H Ranch" SR (service road).
D.
AI-89924
Requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 10 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (RCSJ# 0921-02-355) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form.
23.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-89958
1. Approval of Interlocal Agreement between the City of Hidalgo and the County of Hidalgo, Texas to assist one another in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County will benefit from the outcome of the work.
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project(s).
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreement project(s).
24.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-89948
Requesting authorization and approval to name a road that runs 410 ft East to West on the South side of properties Parcel Id 224963;244964 244965 244966 and 26876 as Terra Amistad SR.
B.
AI-89831
Acceptance and approval of Agreed Final Judgment Settlement (Cause No. CCD-0557-D) in the amount of $40,000 for Parcel 72 associated with FM 676 Project (CSJ: #1064-01-038), with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after reviewing and auditing are completed by the County Auditor.
C.
AI-89767
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a track of land known as Parcel 20 associated with Liberty Rd. PH II (ROW CSJ:0921-02-364) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
25.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-89860
Re-Appointment of member to the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health Board representing Precinct 4.
B.
AI-89799
Requesting approval to accept counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No.5 associated with the Russell Road Improvement Project (Rooth Rd to Mon Mack Rd) with authority for County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form.
26.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-89969
Discussion, consideration, and approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of streetlights for MGM ph1 & MGM ph 3 located in Precinct #4
B.
AI-89788
Discussion, consideration, and approval of MVEC Agreements for the installation of streetlights for Iowa Gardens ph1,Iowa Gardens ph2, Iowa Gardens ph 3 & North San Carlos Estates located in Precinct #4
C.
AI-89840
TXDOT - Pct 1-4 HSIP - Overhead Flashing Beacons (6 intersections) (1315):
1. Approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation - Highway Safety Improvement Program Off-System project for the installation of overhead flashing beacons at the 6 intersections listed below(Controlling CSJ #0921-02-484).
2. Approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for the said project with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after reviewing and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
1. Approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation - Highway Safety Improvement Program Off-System project for the installation of overhead flashing beacons at the 6 intersections listed below(Controlling CSJ #0921-02-484).
| NO. | PCT | CONTROLLING CSJ NO. | CSJ NO. | PROJECT NAME | INTERSECTION |
| 1. | 1 | 0921-02-484 | 0921-02-487 | Mile 4 West Road | Mile 4 West Road & Mile 16 Road |
| 2. | 1 | 0921-02-488 | Mile 6 West Road | Mile 6 West Road & Mile 12 Road | |
| 3. | 2 | 0921-02-484 | Cesar Chavez Road | Cesar Chavez Road & Ridge Road | |
| 4. | 3 | 0921-02-485 | Texan Road @ Mile 8 Line Road | Texan Road & Mile 8 Line Road | |
| 5. | 3 | 0921-02-486 | Texan Road @ Mile 4 Line Road | Texan Road & Mile 4 Line Road | |
| 6. | 4 | 0921-02-490 | Ramseyer Road | Ramseyer Road & Kenyon Road |
2. Approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for the said project with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after reviewing and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
D.
AI-89779
TXDOT - Pct 4 FM 1925 (Wallace Rd. to 10th St.) (1315):
1. Approval of Agreement to Contribute Right of Way Funds between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for FM 1925 from Wallace Road to 10th Street (CSJ #1803-01-094 / ROW CSJ #1803-01-101).
2. Approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for said project.
1. Approval of Agreement to Contribute Right of Way Funds between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for FM 1925 from Wallace Road to 10th Street (CSJ #1803-01-094 / ROW CSJ #1803-01-101).
2. Approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for said project.
E.
AI-89736
Elections HAVA Grants (1283):
Approval to deobligate cash match funds and appropriate into Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency in the amount of $59,393.00 in relation to the FY 2020 HAVA CARES Act and HAVA Elections Security grants due to grants expiring and not renewed.
Approval to deobligate cash match funds and appropriate into Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency in the amount of $59,393.00 in relation to the FY 2020 HAVA CARES Act and HAVA Elections Security grants due to grants expiring and not renewed.
F.
AI-89640
TXDOT Pct 1 M10N (M6 - FM 1015) (1315):
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) - Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation for Mile 10 North Project from Mile 6 to FM1015 (CSJ#0921-02-360 / RCSJ#0921-02-444), with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) - Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation for Mile 10 North Project from Mile 6 to FM1015 (CSJ#0921-02-360 / RCSJ#0921-02-444), with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
G.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-89821
Approval of revisions to ARPA Projects as follows:
1. Update expenditure categories as per Exhibit A.
2. Update briefings as per Exhibit B.
3. Budget amendments as per Exhibit C.
1. Update expenditure categories as per Exhibit A.
2. Update briefings as per Exhibit B.
3. Budget amendments as per Exhibit C.
2.
AI-89735
1. Approval to rescind action on the ARPA project number changes to the following agenda items previously approved on 02/07/23:
A. AI-89428, 1d.
B. AI-89395, 1.
2. Approval of clarification to the program name previously approved on 01/17/2023, AI-89198 to Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Stormwater System Improvement Program.
3. Approval to change the ARPA Project Number for the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Delta Region Stormwater Project from ARPA-21-121-046 to ARPA-22-121-046.
A. AI-89428, 1d.
B. AI-89395, 1.
2. Approval of clarification to the program name previously approved on 01/17/2023, AI-89198 to Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Stormwater System Improvement Program.
3. Approval to change the ARPA Project Number for the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Delta Region Stormwater Project from ARPA-21-121-046 to ARPA-22-121-046.
3.
AI-89797
Discussion, consideration, and action to incorporate the clinics listed below to the Hidalgo County ARPA Expanding Access to Healthcare Program.
1. Hidalgo County Edinburg Health Center Improvements Project (ARPA-23-340-325)
2. Hidalgo County Weslaco Health Center Improvements Project (ARPA-23-340-326)
1. Hidalgo County Edinburg Health Center Improvements Project (ARPA-23-340-325)
2. Hidalgo County Weslaco Health Center Improvements Project (ARPA-23-340-326)
4.
AI-89394
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA funds on the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 5K Mansion Linear Park Trail Project - Project Number: ARPA-23-123-328 under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Recreational Development Program.
5.
AI-89205
A. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the use of ARPA Funds to assist the UTRGV School of Medicine for the continuation of services to Hidalgo County residents.
B. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine and the County of Hidalgo, with the authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
B. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine and the County of Hidalgo, with the authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
H.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-89986
Probate Court Contributions Fund (1243):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for Probate Court Contributions (1243) in the amount of $85,000.00 to fund new positions for Associate Judge and Assistant Probate Auditor.
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for Probate Court Contributions (1243) in the amount of $85,000.00 to fund new positions for Associate Judge and Assistant Probate Auditor.
2.
AI-89892
Pct 3 ICA Palmview-La Homa Overlay (1200):
Requesting approval of 2023 certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $19,894.61 received from City of Palmview and appropriation of the same.
Requesting approval of 2023 certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $19,894.61 received from City of Palmview and appropriation of the same.
3.
AI-89362
A. Approval to designate funds in 2022 for the expenditures related to the following programs:
B. Approval to undesignate funds in 2023 for expenditures related to the following programs and appropriation of the same:
| Program No. | Program | Amount |
| 240-005 | 1115 Waiver | $ 24,411.01 |
| 200-002 | IT Countywide | $1,111,310.05 |
| 220-050 | Facilities Countywide | $ 918,819.66 |
| 115-002 | Countywide Admin - Buildings | $ 11,000.00 |
| 125-005 | Independent Audit | $ 100,800.00 |
| 125-025 | Predatory Animal Control | $ 85,042.44 |
| 125-035 | New Courthouse | $1,073,898.24 |
B. Approval to undesignate funds in 2023 for expenditures related to the following programs and appropriation of the same:
| Program No. | Program | Amount |
| 200-002 | IT Countywide | $1,158,891.49 |
| 220-050 | Facilities Countywide | $ 918,819.66 |
| 115-002 | Countywide Admin - Buildings | $ 11,000.00 |
| 125-005 | Independent Audit | $ 100,800.00 |
| 125-025 | Predatory Animal Control | $ 85,042.44 |
| 125-035 | New Courthouse | $1,084,122.65 |
4.
AI-89737
Pct. 4 Various R&B Programs (1200):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds in the amount of $385,000.00 from the R&B unassigned fund balance for various Pct. 4 R&B programs to fund operating expenditures.
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds in the amount of $385,000.00 from the R&B unassigned fund balance for various Pct. 4 R&B programs to fund operating expenditures.
5.
AI-89764
Pct. 4 Rd. Maint (1200):
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenues by County Auditor for R&B Pct. 4 1/3 Paving in the amount of $200,000.00 and appropriation of same
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenues by County Auditor for R&B Pct. 4 1/3 Paving in the amount of $200,000.00 and appropriation of same
27.
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-89857
A. Discussion, consideration, and action on Work Authorization No.9 [as drafted & approved as to legal form by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Jacobs Project Management Services Co.[C-16-267A-07-25], for the provision of extending the Program, and Construction Management Services [as described in the document] in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project; Subject to Purchasing and Legal Counsel's final review/approval.
B. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign required documents.
B. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign required documents.
2.
AI-89858
A. Requesting approval to rescind the action taken by CC via [AI-89193] dated January 17, 2023; due to required revisions.
B. Discussion, consideration, and action on Amendment No. 25 [as revised, drafted & approved as to legal form by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Architect, HDR Architecture, Inc., [C-16-141-10-31] to include the following Scope of Work in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project:
C. Requesting approval of Amendment No. 25: Extended Construction Contract Administration Phase Services (Phase I); Subject to Purchasing and Legal Counsel's final review/approval.
D. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign required documents.
B. Discussion, consideration, and action on Amendment No. 25 [as revised, drafted & approved as to legal form by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Architect, HDR Architecture, Inc., [C-16-141-10-31] to include the following Scope of Work in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project:
C. Requesting approval of Amendment No. 25: Extended Construction Contract Administration Phase Services (Phase I); Subject to Purchasing and Legal Counsel's final review/approval.
D. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign required documents.
3.
AI-89846
A. Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for the establishment of "Pools", (as listed on the RFQ Acceptance Sheets attached hereto) for engagement through the established statutory and local protocol (i.e. nomination by user grading/scoring, presentation to CC for ranking, authority for negotiations for a final agreement, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by all County Departments and/or applicable Programs, requiring the following listed Professional Services; with an effective date of 03-26-23.
B. Pursuant to Article 13 of the RFQ Legal Notice, requesting approval to waive minor informalities and/or technicalities.
| Project No. | Professional Services Pools Description | Submissions Received | |
| 1. | 23-0033-02-24-JLC | Engineering Services | 44 |
| 2. | 23-0034-02-24-VBO | Architectural Services | 13 |
| 3. | 23-0035-02-24-JAC | Construction and/or Project Management | 17 |
| 4. | 23-0036-02-24-BCJ | Surveying | 15 |
| 5. | 23-0037-02-24-PEG | Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing | 7 |
| 6. | 23-0038-02-24-IVS | Appraisal and/or Appraisal Review | 3 |
B. Pursuant to Article 13 of the RFQ Legal Notice, requesting approval to waive minor informalities and/or technicalities.
4.
AI-89738
A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $17,703.32, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC., through Hidalgo County's Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-22-0213-09-06) to provide Engineering Services for the El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvements Project & El Paraiso Community Resource Center; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
B. Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 855078 dated 10/18/2022 for Work Authorization #1 for the El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvements Project.
C. Requesting approval to amend Purchase Order No. 855078 to reflect the necessary changes.
B. Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 855078 dated 10/18/2022 for Work Authorization #1 for the El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvements Project.
C. Requesting approval to amend Purchase Order No. 855078 to reflect the necessary changes.
5.
AI-89873
Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the Hidalgo County Forensic Center Generator, X-ray and Renovations Project, as recommended by Project Engineer, Halff Associates, Inc.; with the authority for the Facilities Management Director Oscar Villarreal to sign all required documents.
6.
AI-89325
Requesting approval of amendment No. 1 for the lease of real property to Mujeres Unidas Foundation, a none profit organization and Hidalgo County for the lease of office space located on County property (511 N. Cynthia., McAllen) to allow for the continuation of operations of the community based program which is for the direct benefit of the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the County (C-00-219-12-11).
B.
Executive Office
1.
AI-89818
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 to C-21-0833-03-08 between Hidalgo County and CONSOR Engineers, LLC for "Traffic Engineering Consulting and Other Services - New Hidalgo County Courthouse"; to extend the termination date of said agreement.
C.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-89856
Requesting authority to award to Booth Management Consulting (B*M*C), for "Professional Consulting Services & Project Management Support for Compliance and Reporting of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) and Other Federal Grants" based on solicitation, evaluation, and best and final offers (RFP # 22-0713-01-06-MEG).
D.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-89971
Requesting approval of Change order No.1 [as detailed in this document hereto] for Delta Aggregate and Landscaping Materials [C-22-0320-07-12] as recommended by project engineer, Alpha Infrastructure Engineering PLLC, in connection with the Installation of Playground Equipment.
2.
AI-89762
A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 with L&G Engineering in the amount of $22,006.00 [as detailed in document], under Pct.1 Professional Engineering Services Agreement No. (C-18-304-02-26); to provide engineering services required to conduct traffic counts and balancing of traffic data for the FM 88 project from 0.025 Miles North of SH 107 (5th Ave.) North to FM 1925.
E.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-89955
Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 for services under Work Authorization No. 2, through Contract No. C-16-199-07-19 with L&G Consulting Engineers, to amend Exhibit B and Exhibit D-1 to reallocate funds from Illumination Design to Temporary Traffic Signal Design for the "Roadway and Drainage Improvements associated with the BUS281/SH107 Intersection Project.
2.
AI-89953
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $408,765.20) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide Engineering Services [as detailed in the document] for the Bus 281/SH 107 Intersection Project; through Contract# C-16-199-07-19.
F.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-89906
Pursuant to Article 14 of C-22-0308-08-18, requesting authority for SAMES, Inc. to engage the following subcontractors; GDJ Engineering, LLC, and De Leon Right of Way Services, Inc.
G.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-89952
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by CC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for Professional Engineering Services for the "Canton Roadway Improvement Project from IH 69-C to Cesar Chavez Rd." for Hidalgo County Precinct 4;
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number 1 ranked firm: ______________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for the "Canton Roadway Improvement Project from IH 69-C to Cesar Chavez Rd." for Hidalgo County Precinct No.4.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by CC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for Professional Engineering Services for the "Canton Roadway Improvement Project from IH 69-C to Cesar Chavez Rd." for Hidalgo County Precinct 4;
| Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. | BTI, Inc. | Consor Engineering, LLC | |
| Evaluator #1 | 99 | 93 | 87 |
| Evaluator #2 | 98 | 95 | 90 |
| Evaluator #3 | 97 | 94 | 89 |
| Total | 294 | 282 | 266 |
| Rank |
2.
AI-89946
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by CC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for Professional Engineering Services for the "Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)" for Hidalgo County Precinct 4;
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number 1 ranked firm: ______________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for the "Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)" for Precinct No.4.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by CC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for Professional Engineering Services for the "Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP)" for Hidalgo County Precinct 4;
| Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. | J&R Engineering, LLC | DEC Engineering Excellence | |
| Evaluator #1 | 99 | 93 | 89 |
| Evaluator #2 | 97 | 93 | 91 |
| Evaluator #3 | 98 | 95 | 88 |
| Total | 294 | 281 | 268 |
| Rank |
3.
AI-89859
Requesting approval to award Playcore Wisconsin, Inc. d/b/a GameTime in the amount of $17,220.00, through our cooperative membership with OMNIA Partners under contract #2017001134, for the Sunflower Park project; with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
4.
AI-89765
Requesting approval of Supplemental No. 2 to C-21-228-03-16 between Hidalgo County and B2Z Engineering, LLC, for Construction Management Services for the Design & Construction of Sunflower Park; to extend the termination date of said agreement.
H.
IT Department
1.
AI-89781
Requesting to enter into one (1) year agreement with Richline Technical Services, LLC., for Mitel Partner Support, through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with Sourcewell Cooperative Contract No. 022719-MBS from 04/01/2023 - 03/31/2024 in the total amount of $57,811.50, with authority for County Judge to sign any required documentation.
2.
AI-89661
Requesting approval of service order # 020054-02 to renew a 12 month term services between Foremost Telecommunications and HC IT Department located on 100 E. Cano Street through contract # C-17-314-03-26.
I.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-89886
A. Requesting approval for exemption from the competitive bidding requirements under TxLGC 262.024(a)(2) an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health and safety of the citizens of the county;
B. Requesting authority to enter into short-term service agreements for live broadcasting services as needed to advertise Covid-19 vaccine clinics through Radio United, LLC with authority for Eduardo "Eddie" Olivarez to sign any/all pertinent documents;
C. Requesting approval to enter into a short-term service agreement with Radio United, LLC (La Lupe 89.1) for the advertisement for the Sullivan City Covid-19 grant round 4 vaccination events in the total amount of $2,400.00.
B. Requesting authority to enter into short-term service agreements for live broadcasting services as needed to advertise Covid-19 vaccine clinics through Radio United, LLC with authority for Eduardo "Eddie" Olivarez to sign any/all pertinent documents;
C. Requesting approval to enter into a short-term service agreement with Radio United, LLC (La Lupe 89.1) for the advertisement for the Sullivan City Covid-19 grant round 4 vaccination events in the total amount of $2,400.00.
J.
WIC
1.
AI-89798
Requesting approval to renew the alarm permit with a yearly renewal fee of $15.00 for a twelve-month period as required by the City of Pharr for the Pharr WIC #2 from time of issuance and with authority for County Judge or the Executive Officer to sign any/all required documentation.
2.
AI-89796
Acceptance and approval of the Educational Program Affiliation Agreement between the WIC Lactation Care Center RGV and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to provide enrolled UTRGV Nursing School students with medical academic courses from January 1, 2023, and ending on December 31, 2028.
K.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-89874
Requesting authorization to award Cayco Corp., DBA Comar Equipment Rentals, the sole responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications/requirements as recommended by Hidalgo County Facilities Management, through a Request For Sealed Quotes for a "Towable Lift" (project No. 23-0039-03-07VWB).
L.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-89758
Requesting authority to purchase Phase 2 equipment for the System Design and Integration of the Adult Detention Center security camera upgrade through BuyBoard Cooperative (#654-21), awarded vendor Superior Alarms, in the total amount of $1,480,951.99.
2.
AI-89885
Requesting approval to purchase eighty-eight (88) Slate Level III RFX1 Shield with Rectangle Viewport through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with BuyBoard Cooperative Contract #603-20, awarded vendor Dana Safety Supply, Inc. in the total amount of $255,066.49.
3.
AI-89756
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(11) equipment repairs.
B. Requesting authority to purchase, install and service the water softer at the Adult Detention building from Tru Bleu Pure Water.
B. Requesting authority to purchase, install and service the water softer at the Adult Detention building from Tru Bleu Pure Water.
4.
AI-89772
Requesting authority to enter into a 36-month subscription agreement for online services between Thomson Reuters Corporation and HC Sheriff's Department with monthly charges of $315.00 and $1,347.32 with annual increments of 5% with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
M.
Adult Probation
1.
AI-89841
A. Request by Director of the HC Adult probation to HCCC to permit the Purchasing Dept. to procure and approve the purchase of Palo Alto endpoints and firewall network upgrade services in the amount of $124,641.10 through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4877) with Insight Public Sector, subject to price verification.
B. The purchase of Cisco Umbrella network upgrade services in the amount of $5,137.20 through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-TSO-4167), awarded vendor Insight Public Sector, a reseller of Cisco Systems, Inc.
B. The purchase of Cisco Umbrella network upgrade services in the amount of $5,137.20 through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-TSO-4167), awarded vendor Insight Public Sector, a reseller of Cisco Systems, Inc.
N.
District Attorney
1.
AI-89801
A) Requesting approval to add 15 additional Google Workspace Business Plus with Suitebriar, Contract C-20-548-02-28, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with authority for District Attorney, Toribio "Terry" Palacios, to sign any required documentation.
B) Requesting approval to enter into an agreement for 15 Google Workspace Business Plus Archived User Licenses with authority for District Attorney, Toribio "Terry" Palacios, to sign any required documentation.
B) Requesting approval to enter into an agreement for 15 Google Workspace Business Plus Archived User Licenses with authority for District Attorney, Toribio "Terry" Palacios, to sign any required documentation.
2.
AI-89808
Approval of Amendment No. 1 for Physician Services between Hidalgo County and Sobia Nasir, M. D. for new hires physical exams and urine drug screening to commence March 07, 2023 (C-22-0395-10-18).
O.
County Clerk
1.
AI-89816
Requesting approval to purchase a Box Truck through Hidalgo County's membership with Omnia Partners Cooperative Contract No. 4400008468 awarded to Safeware in the amount of $74,447.06 with Req # 469015
P.
Urban County
1.
AI-89904
A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code
262.024 (a)(7)(A) for an item that can be obtained from only one source because of the existence of a patent;
B. Acceptance and approval of the Sole Source Declaration [based on the caption above & herein] for bioMérieux, Inc. DBA BioFireDiagnostics, LLC, for the purchase of BioFire®FilmArray®Torch system (PCR testing machine), including any present and future accessories, supplies, support, service, and maintenance, to be used by Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department in their Health Facilities Bio Safety Lab with said declaration to remain in effect while in place or until revoked by HCCC.
B. Acceptance and approval of the Sole Source Declaration [based on the caption above & herein] for bioMérieux, Inc. DBA BioFireDiagnostics, LLC, for the purchase of BioFire®FilmArray®Torch system (PCR testing machine), including any present and future accessories, supplies, support, service, and maintenance, to be used by Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department in their Health Facilities Bio Safety Lab with said declaration to remain in effect while in place or until revoked by HCCC.
Q.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-89755
Requesting approval to award the contract to the qualified sole response received from Terra Firma Materials, LLC for Lime Road Material and Services (C-23-0011-03-07).
2.
AI-89728
Acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 2 between Hidalgo County and Triple R Fire & Safety, LLC for fire alarm and security monitoring services to include additional buildings as illustrated in exhibit B (C-22-042-09-20).
28.
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-89766
Presentation by Linebarger of July 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022 Delinquent Tax Collection Report
C.
AI-89976
Discussion, consideration and approval of the RGVMPO 2022 Thoroughfare Plan Amendments
D.
AI-89981
Acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement #2 to Work Authorization No.1 (#C-21-117-11-30) as submitted by Project Engineer, L & G Engineering to update the Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (RGV-MPO) on all Cat 7 and 9 TIP funded projects and Unified Transportation Program Cat 7 Project Evaluation Forms
29.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) 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. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
30.
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 privilege 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-89837
C-0807-23-C; Jose L. Gomez v County of Hidalgo
E.
AI-89862
Claim of Luis Moreno
F.
AI-89864
Claim of Antonio Sanchez
G.
AI-89787
Claim of Jose Antonio Pena
H.
AI-89790
Claim of Enrique Lopez
I.
AI-89823
Claim of Jennifer Lara
J.
AI-89879
Claim of Kathi Waleski
31.
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)
32.
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-89838
C-0807-23-C; Jose L. Gomez v County of Hidalgo
E.
AI-89863
Claim of Luis Moreno
F.
AI-89865
Claim of Antonio Sanchez
G.
AI-89789
Claim of Jose Antonio Pena
H.
AI-89791
Claim of Enrique Lopez
I.
AI-89824
Claim of Jennifer Lara
J.
AI-89881
Claim of Kathi Waleski
33.
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
34.
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
35.
Adjourn