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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JUNE 13, 2023
10:00 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 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-91227
Resolution honoring and renaming a county owned facility known as the Justice Center located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4 to the Rumaldo Cerda Jr. Justice Center 
 
B.
AI-91220
Requesting Approval of Proclamation in Honor and Recognition of Juneteenth Day, 2023.
 
C.
AI-91050
Proclamation celebrating La Villa Early College High School State Champions Kaycei Salazar, Yaretzy Gomez & Josue Aguilera
 
D.
AI-91197
Approval of Proclamation recognizing June as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month.
 
E.
AI-91092
Proclamation declaring June 2023 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month.
 
F.
AI-91206
Approval of Proclamation recognizing June as National Cancer Survivors Month.
 
6.
Open Forum
 
7.
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
AI-91223
Approval of Resolution in support of the Hidalgo County Prosperity Task Force.
 
B.
AI-91185
Economic Development:
Approval of Resolution appointing a member to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two, City of Donna, Texas Board of Directors.
 
8.
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-91216
DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924305 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
 
9.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa:
 
A.
AI-91111
Proclamation congratulating the County and District Clerks' Association of Texas on hosting its 128th Annual State Conference in McAllen, Texas - Hidalgo County
 
B.
AI-91112
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 157.903, requesting approval of indemnification of shortage in the amount of $2.63
 
10.
Head Start Program:
 
A.
AI-91141
Discussion/Approval to Submit a Supplemental Funding Application for One-Time Funding
 
B.
AI-91164
Discussion/Approval of Texas School Ready (TRS) Assignation
 
C.
AI-91157
Discussion/Approval to Enter into the Best and Final Negotiated Contract with Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates in the amount of $13,500.00 for Appraisal Services of Eighteen (18) Head Start Facilities
 
D.
AI-91211
1. Request for Exemption from Competitive Bidding under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 for Professional Services to Provide Medical and Dental Services
2. Presentation of Responses Received for the Purpose of Commissioners' Court Accepting the Providers as "Qualified" in Order to Proceed to the Next Phase of the Procurement Process - Negotiating Contracts (as listed):
Medical and Dental Services RFQ #23-002-08-01
1. G. Athanasi Orfanos Pediatrics (Medical Services)
2. Pediatric Express (Medical Services)
3. Dr. Bose, Industrial and Family Medicine, PLLC dba Industrial Health Works(Medical Services)
4. Growing Smiles Children's Dental Care Center, PC (Dental Services)
5. Nuestra Clinica del Valle, Inc. (Medical/Dental Services)

3. Approval for Head Start to Negotiate Contracts (approved by Legal Counsel) for all the Professional Service Providers as Requested through the Hidalgo County Head Start Program's RFQs for said Services and as Detailed above and Attached Hereto
 
E.
AI-91159
Discussion/approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Eighteen (18) Community Agencies (as listed):
COMMUNITY AGENCIES
 AVANCE, Inc.  Hope Family Health Center
Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas Region One Education Service Center-Child Find/Child Serve
Buckner Children & Family Services, Inc. Region One Education Service Center-ECI
County of Hidalgo Community Services  Texas A&M Agri-Life Extension
Easter Seals of the RGV Texas Attorney General
Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Tropical Texas Behavioral Health
Hidalgo County Housing Authority Women Together Foundation, Inc./Mujeres Unidas
Hidalgo County WIC Program Urban Strategies Early Head Start Program
 
F.
AI-91219
Discussion/Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and the Following Five (5) Local Education Agencies (LEAs) (as listed):
School Districts
Edinburg CISD Mission CISD
McAllen CISD Monte Alto ISD
Mercedes ISD  
 
11.
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-90859
Sheriff-Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2022 (3-1-2023 to 2-29-2024) Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) Grant # 3172207 in the amount of $2,000,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $2,000,000.00 and appropriation of same.
 
B.
AI-91061
Jail Commissary (2102):
Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $382,933.00 for year 2023 3rd & 4th quarters.
 
12.
Constable Pct. #3:
 
A.
AI-91117
Constable Precinct No.3 LEOSE (1220):
Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $1,323.86 for the 2023 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
 
13.
Constable Pct. #4:
 
A.
AI-91103
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Juan Alberto Avila as Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. 
 
14.
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-91240
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT 
a. Applicant: Synergy Development & Construction LLC.
Legal Description: RBR Subdivision No. 5 (Tower Road & Texas Road) (Pct. 4)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: (1) 48" RCP storm sewer pipe crossing Curve Road and Texas Road via open cut.
 
15.
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
 
B.
AI-91152
Crim DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step 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 4 080-002 0179 Assistant District Attorney III 17
Discretionary Step 5 080-002 0227 Assistant District Attorney III 17
 
C.
AI-91158
Health Adm. / Health Clinics (1100):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 06/19/2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 340-001 0055 Coordinator III 13
Delete 340-001 0084 Courier 03
Delete 340-003 0125 TB Registered Nurse Supervisor 17
Create 340-001 0086 Registered Nurse IV 17
Create 340-001 0087 Supervisor, Warehouse 10
Create 340-001 0088 Warehouse Specialist 08

2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the actions above.
 
D.
AI-91192
Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 123-005 0132 Executive Assistant II 13
 
E.
AI-91154
Pct 4 Drain Imprv. Prj (1200):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 124-036 0027 Program Manager III 17
Create 124-036 0032 Equipment Operator II 08
Create 124-036 0033 Mechanic I 06

2. Approval of the following action, effective 06/13/2023 through 12/31/2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Proposed Allowance Amount
Add Supplemental Allowance 124-036 0016 Equipment Operator IV 12 $5,000.00
 
16.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-91201
Environmental Health:
Disclosure regarding Request for Approval of Temporary Debris Management Site for Debris resulting from State or Federal Disaster submitted to TCEQ to allow Pct. 1 to open burn brush from the April 26 Severe Weather Event 23-0012
 
B.
AI-91204
Requesting approval of Memorandum of Understanding between MHP Salud and the County of Hidalgo, Texas and authorization for Eduardo Olivarez, Director of  Health and Human Services, to sign and execute all required documents on behalf of the County of Hidalgo, Texas.
 
C.
AI-91173
Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to e-sign the IMM / LOCALS Amendment No. 5.  The purpose of the amendment is to update verbiage in the Statement of Work.
 
D.
AI-91174
1.  Requesting approval to submit budget revisions to realign available monies between budget categories for the following grant programs: 
  • TB State FY 23
  • TB Federal FY 23
  • Immunizations FY 23
  • Covid-19 / ELC
  • Covid-19 (Round 3)
  • Public Health Workforce Expansion
2.  Requesting approval to submit the renewal application and budget for the TB Federal FY 24 grant program
 
E.
Indigent Health Care Program:
 
1.
AI-91131
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for  additional Comprehensive Hospital Increased Reimbursement Program (CHIRP)  Payment  Year 3 IGT in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the  Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date  of 06-23-2023 and a settlement date of 06-26-2023.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
 
17.
WIC:
 
A.
AI-91193
WIC - LAC SUPP CENTER (1292):
Requesting to ratify the submission of the Lactation Support Center Services Strategic Expansion Program (LSCS-SEP) FY23 budget amendment, contract # HHS000455900001, to the Texas Department of State Health Services on 03/31/2023.
 
18.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A.
AI-91243
Requesting approval of agreement between Hidalgo County and the Hidalgo County Housing Authority for the conveyance of real property to the County for a public purpose and pursuant to Local Government Code Section 272.001, with authority for the County Judge to execute all related documents.
 
B.
AI-91245
1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Alamo, regarding road improvements for the Ridge Road Project from Tower Road to Border Road.
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Ridge Road Project.
 
C.
AI-91246
TXDOT-Pct 2 Valley View Road Bridge (at Donna Main Canal) (1315):
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation for the Valley View Road Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Project CSJ:0921-02-515 and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to docusign the AFA and all pertinent documents for said project.
 
D.
AI-91198
1.  Requesting approval to submit the application for the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship Program, with a finding by the Commissioners Court that the programs serves a public purpose by supporting UT Students returning back to the County and the region in order to promote local employers, local employment, and the local economy.
2. Requesting approval to include a Community Support contribution in the amount of $5,000.00, with the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship application, for the Home to Texas scholarship fund.
3. Requesting approval to appoint Kassandra TreviƱo, student at the University of Texas at Austin, as an intern with Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for the period of May 30, 2023 through July 28, 2023.
 
E.
AI-91121
Pct 2 Cesar Chavez (Bus. 83-Ridge):
Requesting approval to accept counter-offers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcels  10 and 32associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Ridge Road (ROW CSJ:0921-02-412) and from Bus 83 to Nolana Loop (ROW CSJ:0921-02-406) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.
 
19.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A.
AI-91181
Requesting approval of Second Amendment to the Interlocal Cooperative Agreement between The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District and The County of Hidalgo for adding recreational facilities to the premises of the Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park 
 
20.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-91097
Approval to submit a request for funds (Unclaimed Capital Credit) from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts as authorized under Section 74.602 of the Texas Property Code, with authority for the County Judge to sign the letter request.
 
B.
American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1.
AI-91194
Discussion, consideration and action to approve the following ARPA projects as per Exhibit A.
 
2.
AI-91208
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Funds for the Hidalgo County Property Insurance Coverage Project (ARPA-23-125-334) to provide a financial safeguard for newly acquired and improved buildings.
 
3.
AI-91108
Requesting approval to amend the proposed budget for the Precinct 2 Small Repairs and Rehabilitation Housing Project (ARPA-22-122-098) Memorandum of Understanding Exhibit C, update project description and proposal. 
 
4.
AI-91232
Approval for a budget amendment for the Hidalgo County Wi-Fi Project (ARPA-22-200-076) to $1,868,622.78.
 
C.
Budget Appropriations:
 
1.
AI-91233
Economic Development (1100):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds into Economic Development (110-081) in the amount of $100,000.
 
2.
AI-91165
A. Approval to rescind the certification of revenues and appropriation approved on May 16, 2023 (AI-90809) related to the North Alamo Road TXDOT Project.
B. Approval of 2022 certification of revenues and appropriation for the North Alamo Road TXDOT Project.
 
21.
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.
Hidalgo County
 
1.
AI-91237
A. Presentation of scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by HCCC of vendors submissions with the recommendation by the Evaluation Committee Members for "Debris Monitoring & Management Services" (RFP 23-0128-05-10-ABV):
 
Participants Tetra Tech, Inc.
Thompson Consulting
Services
Evaluator 1 17 15
Evaluator 2 19 16
Evaluator 3 19 17
Evaluator 4 19 20
Evaluator 5 20 19
Total 94 87
 
B. Requesting authority for the Purchasing Department to proceed and commence negotiations with the number one ranked firm, __________________________ for Debris Monitoring & Management Services.
 
2.
AI-91218
A. Requesting approval for the rental of a cooling tower, accessories, and installation through Hidalgo County's membership with TIPS, Contract No. 220605, awarded vendor Texas Chillers Systems; in the amount of $41,086.00 for the first month and $12,000 for any additional month.

B. Requesting authority for Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
 
3.
AI-91236
Discussion, consideration and action to approve Amendment to Agreement for collection of Fines and Fees Services between Hidalgo County and Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP Contract #C-19-103-11-05, to extend the termination date to December 31, 2024. Commissioners Court approved the award of contract [C-19-103-11-05] with Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, L.L.P. for the Collection of Delinquent Court Fees, Fines & Related Costs" in compliance with public notice requirements for a Professional Legal Services Contract and Order approving the same (as presented through AI-73086 on 11/05/2019) and in accordance with Texas Government Code 2254 and Article 103.0031 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure with approval of written findings with authority for County Judge to sign any required documents.
 
B.
County Judge's Office
 
1.
AI-91235
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a personal service;
B. Acceptance and approval of a personal service agreement and fee schedule between Hidalgo County and Chris Edward "Eddie" Aldrete, Aldrete Strategic Partners, LLC, commencing on June 13, 2023, and terminating on September 13, 2023, for consulting services related to County Planning and Economic Development services with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents, subject to compliance with insurance requirements.
 
C.
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-91020
A.  Approval to accept a donation from Superior Health Plan for the Hidalgo County Progreso Community Resource Center to sponsor the creation of a Hygiene Closet  located at 510 FM 1015, Progreso Tx. 
B.  Requesting approval of the agreement between Hidalgo County and Superior Health Plan with authority for the County Judge to execute the agreement, subject to legal review and approval.  
 
2.
AI-91155
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion for the Hargill Solar Lights project (C-21-0616-12-28), as recommended by Project Engineer, RO Engineering, PLLC., with authority for the Assistant Chief of Staff to sign all the required documents. 
 
D.
Constables
 
1.
AI-91109
Constables Pct 4:
A. Pursuant to TLGC 263.152 discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Tasers as listed on Exhibit "A" including authority to remove said property from the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 inventory list.
B. In accordance with TLGC 791.001-791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ILA) between HC Constable Precinct 4 and The City of Edcouch - Police Department for mutual benefit and assistance in connection with the transfer of surplus law enforcement tasers, with authorization for County Judge and/or Constable Pct 4 to sign all required documents.
 
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1.
AI-91188
A. Requesting authority to reject all bids received for "Funeral and Burial Services for HC Qualified Indigent Families" (RFB 23-0235).
B. Requesting approval of the procurement packet for "Funeral and Burial Services for HC Qualified Indigent Families" (RFP 23-0176), with authority to advertise including re-advertising, if applicable. 
C. Selection of an "Evaluation Committee" to score and grade the Request for Proposals received for the "Funeral and Burial Services for HC Qualified Indigent Families" (RFP 23-0176).
 
F.
Facilities Management
 
1.
AI-91180
A. Requesting approval of an exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TLGC 262.024(a)(7)(C) an item that can be obtained from only one source, including: electric power, gas, water, and other utility services.
B. Acceptance and approval of the service agreement/application with the City of Edinburg for Commercial Container Contract for one (1) 3 Cubic Yard Commercial Container to be picked up two occurrences per week, in the monthly total amount of $121.44 for the Hidalgo County Facilities Management (Address: 1200 S. Interstate 69) with authority for County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documents.
 
G.
Juvenile Probation
 
1.
AI-91153
Acceptance and approval of the best and final negotiated offer meeting all requirements for a service contract between Hidalgo County and Erica Ann Perez, PhD. PC DBA Bluebonnet Counseling Center for the Lifelines Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program (C-23-0096-06-13).
 
H.
County Clerk
 
1.
AI-91187
Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application as required by vendor, Hammacher Schlemmer Corporate Sales to procure audio equipment (to digitally record/play back Commissioners Court meetings and Subd. Advisory Board Meetings), with authority for County Judge, or Executive Officer to sign credit application.
 
22.
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
 
23.
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
 
24.
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:
 
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-91183
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Anne.
 
E.
AI-91170
Claim of Margarita Rodriguez Sanchez, et al v County
 
F.
AI-91133
Claim of David Ochoa 
 
G.
AI-91148
Claim of Sandra Sanchez
 
25.
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)
 
26.
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-91184
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Anne.
 
E.
AI-91171
Claim of Margarita Rodriguez Sanchez, et al v County
 
F.
AI-91134
Claim of David Ochoa
 
G.
AI-91149
Claim of Sandra Sanchez
 
27.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
28.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
29.
Adjourn