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CC REGULAR

HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
November 13, 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
 
6.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
 
A.
Approval to terminate purchase order to DCC, Inc. for the purchase of swimming pool materials for the renovations to the pool house located in La Villa using Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) Precinct No. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities forfeited funds from the City of La Villa in the amount of $2,715.74.
 
B.
Approval to terminate purchase order to Grainger for the purchase of electrical materials for the renovations to the pool house located in La Villa using Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) Precinct No. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities forfeited funds from the City of La Villa in the amount of $3,609.86.
 
C.
Approval to terminate purchase order to Save On Pool Supplies for the purchase of a pool slide for the renovations to the pool house located in La Villa using Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) Precinct No. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities forfeited funds from the City of La Villa in the amount of $1,899.99.
 
D.
Requesting authority to advertise for sewer improvements in the City of Weslaco an Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) Water / Sewer Improvements Project with plans & specifications developed and  drafted through project engineer Halff & Associates.
 
E.
Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 is requesting authority to advertise for bids for the purchase of wire chain link fence (materials only) for South Tower Rd. Multi-Purpose Facility & Park located at South Tower Road & Rancho Blanco Road", an Urban County Program Year 19 (2006) & Year 20 (2007) Parks, Recreational Facilities Project.  
project architect & engineer: V-A Architecture & R. Gutierrez Engineers respectively.
 
F.
Hidalgo County Precinct 3 and City of La Joya are requesting authority to advertise for bids for the construction and development of a Park, Recreational Facility, an Urban County Program Year 17 (2004), 18 (2005), and 20 (2007) Parks, Recreational Facilities Project with plans and specifications developed and drafted through project architect Alcoser Garcia Associates).
 
G.
The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and approval of contracts for the reconstruction including demolition of one (1) unit in the City of Alton, two (2) units in the Countywide area and one (1) unit in the City of Weslaco in the total amount of $163,000.00 to Rolando's General Construction.
 
H.
Request for approval to enter into the Urban County Program Housing Loan Agreement for Ricardo Rodriguez in the amount of $55,914.00 and Melida Gonzalez in the amount of $55,414.00.
 
I.
Approval of ORCA 2006 Colonia EDAP Grant #727005 Contract with Garza Plumbing Inc. of Edinburg, Texas in the amount of $183,150 for first time sewer improvements to fourteen (14) colonias in the City of Mission's ETJ area in Pct. #3.
 
7.
Office of the County Judge:
 
A.
Discussion, consideration, and approval of a resolution authorizing economic development programs pursuant to Chapter 381 of the Texas Local Government Code, and adoption of Economic Development Incentives Program Guidelines and Criteria under the provisions of Section 381.004(h).
 
B.
Approval of Resolution honoring Jesse and Mary Lou Trevino.
 
C.
Discussion and action on the rescheduling of the following Commissioners' Court meetings:
Dec.   4th mtg. to Dec. 5th (Wed.)
Dec. 25th mtg. to Dec. 26th, 27th or 28th (Wed., Thurs., or Fri.)
 
8.
Texas Cooperative Extension - Brad Cowan:
 
A.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to correct the amount of auto allowance approved by CC on 10/30/2007 (AI 6251) to reflect the amount of $2,873.00 annually.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
 
9.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
 
A.
1. Preliminary Approval
    a. Los Naranjos Phase 2 Subdivision   Pct. 3 (Joseph Fletcher)
    b. Leisure Valley Ranch RV and Mobile Home Park Phase 3   Pct. 3 (Jack Martin)
    c. Rio Bravo Ranch Phase 3 Subdivision   Pct. 4 (Butch Scwarz)
    d. Cobblestone Subdivision   Pct. 3 (RGV Horizon) 
    e. Southern Oaks Subdivision   Pct. 1 (George Garza)
    f.  Franco Reyes Acres Subdivision   Pct. 4 (Ramon Reyes)
    g. Chavez de los Santos Subdivision   Pct. 1 (Oswardo Chavez)
    h. Noe Ramones Subdivision   Pct. 4 (Noe Ramones)

2. Final Approval 
    a. Peter Piper Pizza Subdivision   Pct. 3 (Kirk Robinson)
    b. RJF Subdivision   Pct. 1 (Roy Fuentes)
    c. Lopely Subdivision - Pct. 2 (Fernando Lopez)

3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee 
    a. Pueblo de Palmas Ph. 8 Subdivision   Pct. 3 (Gary Frisby)

4. Partial Release of Letter of Credit
    a. Lantana Acres No. 6 Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Richard Ruppert)
 
10.
Constable Pct. #2 - Chato Alaniz:
 
A.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to create one temporary full-time Deputy Constable position slot no. 292-001-T009 and set salary at $33,060.00, not to exceed (6) six months and/or 12/31/2007.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
 
11.
WIC - Norma Longoria:
 
A.
2007-WIC (1292)
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims/invoices with authority for Auditor to issue payment for the items  detailed and attached hereto.
        1. Hidalgo County WIC for GBB Rentals in the amount of $675.00 for the waxing of floor at Weslaco WIC Clinic. The Hidalgo County WIC Program does not have janitorial services for waxing. Lessor did the waxing in building and is requesting reimbursement. (1292)-431
 
12.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
 
A.
Authorization for discussion, consideration and/or approval to enter in a License Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Juan M. Rodriguez for the storage of road construction material and spoils on Lot 29 Road Runner Subdivision Phase II.
 
B.
Approval and concurrence of Texas Department of Transportation proposed State Highway FM 492 improvement, CSJ 0868-01-041 (from north of Mile 1 to US 83 Expressway).
 
C.
Authorization for County Judge to execute Release of Earnest Money Contract for the property described as Hector Guerra, 300 East Nolana Loop, Pharr, Texas 78577 (Office Building) as previously approved by Commissioner's Court on October 9, 2007.
 
D.
Authorization for discussion, consideration and action to abandon an un-opened county road located between lots 2, 10-14 and lots 3-7 out of Block 18 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit No. 2.
 
E.
Approval and concurrence of TxDot proposed State Highway FM 676 improvement, CSJ-1064-01-028 (from SH364 to SH107) 
 
13.
Tax Office - Armando Barrera:
 
A.
Requesting approval of the Hidalgo County Tax Roll Totals for the year 2007 as per section 26.09(E) of the Texas Property Tax Code.
 
14.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
 
A.
Requesting approval to name CR 1589 located South of US 281, Cantu Trail. LRGVDC 911 Department has been advised.
 
15.
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 
 
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
 
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 by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department 
        b) other related items
 
5.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 9 (increase) in connection with gas fire suppression system to be installed in four (4) IDF rooms at the "Hidalgo County Administration Building" in an amount not to exceed $                                with contracted vendor, Joe Williamson Construction Co., and as recommended  and submitted by project architect, Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex Architects , with authority for County Judge to execute document. C-06-092-07-25
 
6.
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 
 
7.
Requesting assignment of bay(s) area at the Robert's Chevrolet site for the purpose of storing Surplus Items for "re-cycling" of assets to departments in need.
 
8.
370th District Court:
A.   Ratification of action taken by 370th District Court to directly seek proposals (outside the County's customary and established protocols/procedures to first request approval from CC to solicit said proposasls) from awarded vendors through our membership/'participation through state or cooperative purchasing programs, associations or interlocals;

B.   Presentation for consideration, discussion and approval of proposal received from Tandus US Inc. through our participation/membership with TASB Buyboard Contract No. 0241-06 for the provision of labor and materials as attached hereto for 113 square yards of commercial carpet color# 14202 to be installed at the Hidalgo County 370th Judicial District Court, to include but not limited to floor prep, cove base installation and any other accessories/appurtenences as related to complete the project in an amount not to exceed $ 9,997.31. Project No. 2007-442-DHB
 
B.
Prct. 2:
 
1.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of draft specifications (attached hereto) for:  "One (1) New Tractor With 6 FT Shredder" for Precinct No. 2.  RFB 2007-433-00-00-YSI
 
C.
Prct. 3
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to request proposals from job order contractors and/or construction awarded vendors through the County's membership/participation with state, cooperative purchasing programs or interlocals to include, but not limited to, the provision of labor and materials and any other accessories for Renovations and repairs to the Veterans Memorial Pavilion. Project #07-436 as needed by the Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3.
 
D.
Prct. 4
 
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 5 (with a proposed fee of $2,500.00) with TEDSI Infrastructure Group to provide engineering services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 in connection with Contract No. C- 07-051-02-06 for a "Spot Speed Study at Rooth Rd. between Schunior Rd. and FM 1925".
 
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of request for payment needed to record the subdivision plat for the New Offices of Precinct No. 4 in the following amounts of:
A.  $96.00 (Map Recording) payable to - Hidalgo County Clerk Office; 
B.  $250.00 (Review Fee) payable to - Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1;
C.  $600.00 (Fees) - Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 1; 
D. $7,790.00 (Fees) - North Alamo Water Supply;
as submitted and requested through project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc., for  the New Offices for Precinct No. 4. with authority for Auditor to review and complete processing procedures and County Treasurer to issue checks.
 
E.
IT Department:
 
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from awarded vendor through our membership/participation with (TCPN) The Cooperative Purchasing Network - CDW Government Inc. - R4713 Requisition #121225 for the total amount of $5,224.89
 
2.
A.   Requesting approval of an "order" granting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Gov't. Code, Chapter 262, Section .024 (a)(7) "an item that can only be obtained from only one source."

B.   Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" with authority to purchase from PJ Technologies, Inc., Goverlan Remote Administrative Software in the amount not to exceed $6,108.00 with Requisition # 120946
 
F.
Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from awarded vendor through our membership/participation with (TCPN) The Cooperative Purchasing Network- CDW Government, Inc. - R4713 Requisition # 121058 for the total amount of $6,051.70
 
2.
Authorization and approval to request proposals through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with state or cooperative purchasing programs, associations or interlocals to awarded job order contractors and/or construction services vendors for: Repairs and/or Renovations to Seven (7) Clinics- located in Edinburg, Elsa, Hidalgo, McAllen, Mission, Pharr and Weslaco for the Hidalgo County Department of Health & Human  Services.
 
G.
Buildings & Grounds
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to award proposal(s) received (through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with state, cooperative purchasing programs or interlocal awarded jocs or contractor services to Herrera & Hunt  for the provision of all labor, materials and related accessories/appurtenances for: "Remodeling renovations to Public Defenders Office, in an amount not to exceed $30,027.00.
 
H.
Budget & Management
 
1.
Requesting the approval to replace and/or purchase two (2) cell phones (model LX160) through DIR TELE Contract # 06-27-03/EXAN2000-SPR-W for the DBM-Safety Division:
1. Replacement of cell phone for Sergio Reyes and, 
2. Purchase of cell phone for use as a spare in case of emergency and/or breakdown of current cell phones.
 
2.
Requesting authority for Hidalgo County to purchase "One hundred twenty-four (124) Vehicles" through Philpott Motor Company, Port Neches, Texas, through the County's participation/membership with TASB Buyboard for the County's Vehicle Replacement Program for various departments in the total purchase price (including Buyboard fee) of $3,291,242.00

Note: Funds have been approved and appropriated through Commissioners Court on Agenda October 9, 2007. 
 
I.
Co. Wide
 
1.
HIDALGO COUNTY RE: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS  
Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
 
J.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
 
1.
A.  Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No. 1 (final) and Application for Payment No. 2 (retainage) in the amounts of $106,709.08 and $11,856.57 (respectively) from IOC Company LLC, contracted vendor for  La Paloma Subdivision  submitted and recommended by project engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group. C-CAP-07-021-05-30.

B.  Requesting approval of  Certificate of Construction Completion  submitted by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group reflecting the completion date of October 29, 2007 for  La Paloma Subdivision  with contractor IOC Company LLC. C-CAP-07-021-05-30
 
K.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of payment for invoice No 07106 in the amount of $16,003.89 for engineering services rendered for completion of preliminary phase, design phase and toward completion of construction services for group 2 Colonias related to the Border Colonia Access Program submitted by Project Engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering.
 
L.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 4
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No 2 (final) in the amount of $85,017.60, from Sascon, Inc. contracted vendor for  Bar VI Subdivision  submitted by project engineer J.E. Saenz & Associates Inc. C-CAP-07-001-02-07
 
M.
Sheriff's Office
 
1.
Requesting authority to seek proposals through our area job order contractors (ajoc) and/or awarded construction services vendors through the County's membership/participation in state and/or cooperative purchasing programs, associations or interlocals for (project #s 2007-234 & 235): 
A. Construction of a Crime Scene Specialist (CSS) garage;
B. Addition to current motor pool facility;
C. Cement sidewalk 5' by 26' length.
 
16.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
 
A.
1.  Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for Pct#2 CRC S. Tower - Tax Notes (Fund 1302) in the amount of $500,000.00

2.  Approval to unappropriate funds for Pct#2 Parks - C.O. Series 2004 (Fund 1334) in the amount of $500,000.00
 
B.
Approval to appropriate and transfer C.O., 2006 funds to K-Mart Property (1301) in the amount of $173,416.56.
 
C.
Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for the Sheriff's Investigation Fund (1227) in the amount of $9,665.50.
 
D.
Approval of 2007 appropriation for the Tax Notes, 2007-Pct 3-Sheriff Substation (1302) in the amount of $3,500.00.
 
E.
Approval of 2007 unappropriation of funds for (Fund 1334) 2004 C.O.'s in the amount of $50,000.00. 
 
F.
Approval of 2007 inter-fund transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Constable Pct.3 - Vehicles (1100) in the amount of $43,578.59
 
G.
1.  Approval of 2007 interfund transfer (reversal of AI #4461 app. by CC on 7/3/07) from Capital Outlay - K-mart Property -  Additional Office Space (1301) to C.O. Series 2002 - Buildings & Grounds - Administration Building (1332) in the amount of $140,625.00.

2.  Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from C.O. Series 2002 - Buildings & Grounds - Administration Building (1332) to Capital Outlay - New Adult Probation Building (1301) in the amount of $37,852.00.  Contingent on item #1.

3. Approval of 2007 interfund transfer from Capital Outlay - New Adult Probation Building (1301) to C.O. Series 2006 - Buildings & Grounds - Administration Building (1336) in the amount of $158,343.06.  Contingent on item #2. 
 
H.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Adm. - Contingency to GIS Project - Other Professional Services in the amount of $12,783.54
 
I.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer for Precinct 3 Colonia Access Program from Trevinos to Los Ebanos in the amount of $7,788.71.  
 
J.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer for Precinct 3 Colonia Access Program from Trevino's (program 064) to programs 053,054,055,056,059,067 in the amount of $8,190.31. 
 
K.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to 370th D.C. - Building R&M Service in the amount of $4,000.00 for carpet installation.
 
L.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration- Contingency to Purchasing Dept. - Computer Equipment (1100) in the amount of $6,000.00.
 
M.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Tax Notes, 2007 (1)Health Dept / (2)Admin Security / (3)Elections / (4)Sheriffs- Vehicles to Tax Notes, 2007 Constable Precinct 3 - Vehicles (1302) in the amount of $16,262.45
 
N.
1.  Approval of intradepartmental transfer for Precinct 4 - New Administration Building (1301) in the amount of $19,925.00.
2.  Approval of interfund transfer from C.O., 2002 - Buildings and Grounds (1332) to Precinct 4 - New Administration Building (1301) in the amount of $71,086.00.
 
O.
Constable Pct. #1:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Non-Binding Grant Contingency Agreement between PostInk Technology, L.P. and Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 in order for Post-Ink Technology, L.P. to write (draft) any applicable grant application for the Copsync software on behalf of the Constable Pct. 1 office.
 
17.
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:
 
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
 
D.
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: H.E.B. Warehouse Distribution Center Project
 
E.
1.  Settlement of Rafael Infante Jr.

2.  Settlement of Jesus Ramirez
 
F.
Settlement of Juan Chavez
 
18.
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
 
D.
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: H.E.B. Warehouse Distribution Center Project
 
E.
1.  Settlement of Rafael Infante Jr.

2.  Settlement of Jesus G. Ramirez
 
F.
Settlement of Juan Chavez
 
19.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
20.
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
21.
Adjourn