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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING NOVEMBER 14, 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-93122
Approval of Proclamation declaring November 2023 as National Adoption Month.
B.
AI-93266
Proclamation declaring November as National Epilepsy Awareness Month.
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-93123
Approval of appointment or re-appointment of member to the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health Board of Trustees.
8.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-93096
DA - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2023 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor grant award received from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) in the amount of $69,359.59, effective 09/01/2023 through 08/31/2024 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2023 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to accept the FY 2023 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor grant award received from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) in the amount of $69,359.59, effective 09/01/2023 through 08/31/2024 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2023 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of the same.
9.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-93214
Authorization and approval to accept the Memorandums of Understanding between Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force and Mission PD and McAllen PD.
B.
AI-93202
2023 - HIDTA DA CCP59 (Fund 1251):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds from the Chapter 59 unassigned fund balance in the amount of $ 59,875.00
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds from the Chapter 59 unassigned fund balance in the amount of $ 59,875.00
10.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
AI-93150
Requesting approval of the 2024 Official Bond and Oath for Elections Administrator, Hilda Ann Salinas.
11.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-93162
Sheriff's Office-Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) (1284):
1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF- BET IT ON WHITE) Agreement for FY 2024 (10/03/2023 TO 09/30/2024) between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF)
2. Requesting authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY2024 OCDETF - BET IT ON WHITE grant agreement award in the amount of $2,248.80 (in reference to Investigation Number (SW - TXS - 1264H) and appropriation of same.
1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF- BET IT ON WHITE) Agreement for FY 2024 (10/03/2023 TO 09/30/2024) between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF)
2. Requesting authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY2024 OCDETF - BET IT ON WHITE grant agreement award in the amount of $2,248.80 (in reference to Investigation Number (SW - TXS - 1264H) and appropriation of same.
12.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-93243
Discussion and approval of Agreement and Letter of Endorsement between Texas A&M Task Force 1, Urban Search and Rescue, and Participating Agency/Employer (County of Hidalgo) Task Force Leader Ricardo Saldana and Participating Jurisdiction/Employer Hidalgo County.
B.
AI-93256
Discussion and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Palmview and the County of Hidalgo for Emergency Medical Services (Ambulance).
13.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-93125
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Vicente Ochoa Jr. as a Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr. Constable Precinct 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
B.
AI-93100
Requesting approval for County Treasurer to process payment for gas fuel purchase in the amount of $20.00 to Deputy Adan Salinas after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Deputy Adan Salinas paid for fuel for his unit with personal debit card for services provided.
14.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-93161
Constable Pct. 4 - K9s4COPS:
Authorization and approval to apply for the K9s4COPS grant with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign all required documents in relation to the application.
Authorization and approval to apply for the K9s4COPS grant with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign all required documents in relation to the application.
15.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-93170
Discussion and approval to execute a dealer deputy agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Sames McAllen, Inc. DBA Sames McAllen Lincoln, Sames McAllen Ford Lincoln, Sames Super Center GDN P169253. Dealer desires to act as an agent of the Tax Assessor Collector in the issuance of motor vehicle registration stickers, license plates and in the application for vehicle titles. This agreement is subject to the Dealer Deputy providing a surety bond in an amount as determined by the County Tax Assessor-Collector in accordance with applicable law.
16.
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-93175
Approval of the appointment of interns from UTRGV to participate in the WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of November 14, 2023 through January 31, 2024.
C.
AI-93030
Public Defender (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2024:
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 5 | 085-003 | 0007 | Public Defender II | 15 |
D.
AI-93163
Crim DA (1100) / DA Pretrial Intervention Prg. (1225):
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 and for calendar year 2024:
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 and for calendar year 2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 4 | 080-002 | 0010 | Assistant District Attorney III | 17 |
| 080-015 | 0007 | |||
| Discretionary Step 4 | 080-002 | 0039 | Assistant District Attorney III | 17 |
| 080-015 | 0030 | |||
| Discretionary Step 4 | 080-002 | 0123 | Assistant District Attorney III | 17 |
| Discretionary Step 4 | 080-002 | 0228 | Assistant District Attorney III | 17 |
E.
AI-93164
Co. Clerk (1100):
Approval of the following actions effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2024:
Approval of the following actions effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 180-001 | 0030,0032,0042,0044,0047, 0048,0052,0074,0075,0082 |
Deputy County Clerk I | 05 |
F.
AI-93173
Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following action effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 05/14/2024:
Approval of the following action effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 05/14/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Allowance Amount |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-005 | 0107 | Mechanic III | $5,000.00 |
G.
AI-93221
Pct 4 CRC- Endowment (1100):
Approval of the following action effective 11/16/2023 through 12/31/2023:
Approval of the following action effective 11/16/2023 through 12/31/2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Allowance Amount |
| Extend Supplemental Allowance | 124-186 | 0005 | Coordinator II, Special Projects | $1,191.00 |
H.
AI-93166
430th DC (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2024:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Remove Interpreter Allowance | 010-001 | 0005 | Bailiff II (DC) | $4,000.00 | $0.00 |
| Increase Interpreter Allowance | 010-001 | 0003 | Assistant Court Coordinator (DC) | $2,000.00 | $6,000.00 |
17.
Urban County:
A.
AI-93224
Requesting approval to revise agenda AI-91739 (approved on July 25, 2023) submitted by the Urban County Program to revise company name to Advance Instruments, LLC.
B.
AI-93225
The Urban County Program requests approval of Sub-Recipient Agreement (attached) for one (1) non-profit agency allocation. UCP CDBG Program Year
36 (2023) Public Service funds will be used, retroactively effective July 1, 2023 to May 31, 2024.
C.
AI-93159
The Urban County Program requests approval of Sub-Recipient Agreement (attached) for one (1) non-profit agency allocation. UCP CDBG Program Year
36 (2023) Public Service funds will be used, retroactively effective July 1, 2023 to May 31, 2024.
18.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-93117
- Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $186,167.70 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program for the quarter of October to December 2022 and appropriation of the same.
- Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $160,919.55 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program for the quarter of January to March 2023 and appropriation of the same.
B.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-93156
- Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for additional Comprehensive Hospital Increased Reimbursement Program (CHIRP) Payment Second Half of Year 3 (SFY24) 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 11-16-2023 and a settlement date of 11-17-2023.
- Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
- Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
19.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-93144
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Budget amendment for program year 2024.
20.
Elections Department:
A.
AI-93137
- Discussion on Election Updates.
- Approval of the December 9, 2023 Special Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and The City of Mission.
21.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-93231
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance request
a. Ochoa Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Armando Ochoa Jr.) (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 1 ½ West Road)
No. of Lots: 6 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 9 North Road and Mile 1 ½ West Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road and Mile 1 ½ West Road are paved.
2. Final Approval
a. Perez Subdivision Phase 1- Pct. 3 (Anita Perez) (Bentsen Palm Drive & Jamie Street)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Bentsen Palm Drive road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Bentsen Palm Drive is paved.
b. Replat of Hutton No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hutton Development) (La Homa Road & Mile 3 Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, La Homa Road is paved.
c. Brushline Meadows Subdivision- Pct. 3 (1960 Investments Co., LLC.) (State Hwy 107 & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 11 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Brushline Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, 11 OSSF's have been installed and 2 Commercial OSSF's will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 Road & Brushline Road are paved.
d. La Barca Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (The Three Grandes, Ltd.) (Border Road & Moore Road)
No. of Lots: 57 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Border Road and Whalen Road are paved.
a. Ochoa Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Armando Ochoa Jr.) (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 1 ½ West Road)
No. of Lots: 6 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 9 North Road and Mile 1 ½ West Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road and Mile 1 ½ West Road are paved.
2. Final Approval
a. Perez Subdivision Phase 1- Pct. 3 (Anita Perez) (Bentsen Palm Drive & Jamie Street)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Bentsen Palm Drive road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Bentsen Palm Drive is paved.
b. Replat of Hutton No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hutton Development) (La Homa Road & Mile 3 Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, La Homa Road is paved.
c. Brushline Meadows Subdivision- Pct. 3 (1960 Investments Co., LLC.) (State Hwy 107 & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 11 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Brushline Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, 11 OSSF's have been installed and 2 Commercial OSSF's will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 Road & Brushline Road are paved.
d. La Barca Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (The Three Grandes, Ltd.) (Border Road & Moore Road)
No. of Lots: 57 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF's have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Border Road and Whalen Road are paved.
22.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-93207
Pct. 2 El Dora Rd Project:
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 8associated with the Pct 2 Eldora Road Project from FM 3362 (Jackson Rd) to Veterans Blvd (I Rd) (ROW CSJ:0921-02-404) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 8associated with the Pct 2 Eldora Road Project from FM 3362 (Jackson Rd) to Veterans Blvd (I Rd) (ROW CSJ:0921-02-404) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
B.
AI-93203
Pct 2 Cesar Chavez (Bus. 83-Ridge):
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase tract of land known as Parcel 21associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Nolana Loop (ROW CSJ:0921-02-406) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase tract of land known as Parcel 21associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Nolana Loop (ROW CSJ:0921-02-406) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.
23.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-93147
Discussion, consideration, and approval of Order Closing, Abandoning, Vacating, and Discontinuing a County Right of Way, 40.0' Right of Way located in Nick Doffing Co. Subdivision 1.
24.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-93204
Juvenile Probation:
Approval of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Department Pay Plan Table and the Position Inventory List effective September 01, 2023.
Approval of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Department Pay Plan Table and the Position Inventory List effective September 01, 2023.
B.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-93258
A. Requesting approval to amend the budget for the Hidalgo County Prevention of Inmate Overcrowding Efforts (ARPA-21-280-061).
B. Approval of payment in the amount of $ 3,000,000.00 in connection with lease agreement with Willacy County and authority for County Treasurer to issue manual check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
B. Approval of payment in the amount of $ 3,000,000.00 in connection with lease agreement with Willacy County and authority for County Treasurer to issue manual check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
2.
AI-93133
A. Requesting approval to rescind the First Amended Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes previously approved on 09/05/203, AI-92327.
B. Discussion, consideration and approval of the new First Amended Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement subject to legal review.
B. Discussion, consideration and approval of the new First Amended Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement subject to legal review.
3.
AI-93132
Requesting approval to make the following revisions to ARPA-23-110-345.
A. Update the project name from Administrative Assistant IV: Economic Development Community Navigator to Economic Development Community Navigators.
B. Update the project description and fiscal impact.
A. Update the project name from Administrative Assistant IV: Economic Development Community Navigator to Economic Development Community Navigators.
B. Update the project description and fiscal impact.
C.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-93246
DA - Grand Jury (1100):
Appropriation of funds in the amount of $60,000.00 to fund upcoming expenditures for the Grand Jury.
Appropriation of funds in the amount of $60,000.00 to fund upcoming expenditures for the Grand Jury.
2.
AI-92909
District Clerk's Records Management & Preservation Fund (1235):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for the District Clerk's Records Management & Preservation Fund (1235) in the amount of $93,070.00 to fund storage services, records management, and shredding services.
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for the District Clerk's Records Management & Preservation Fund (1235) in the amount of $93,070.00 to fund storage services, records management, and shredding services.
25.
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-93215
A. Discussion, consideration, and action of the Morganti Texas, Inc. renewal for the General Liability and Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) policies in connection with the construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the General Liability and Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) policy renewals total corresponding estimated cost of $150,084.10, with authority for County Judge and/or County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the General Liability and Contractor Controlled Insurance Program (CCIP) policy renewals total corresponding estimated cost of $150,084.10, with authority for County Judge and/or County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-93216
Requesting approval of the following PCO's in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County New Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc., subject to final legal review and approval; with authority for County Judge and/or County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| PCO 257 *Builder's Risk Insurance Extension (5/31/23) |
$17,481.00 |
| PCO 264 *Builder's Risk Insurance Extension (10/31/23) |
$75,584.00 |
| PCO 268R1 * GL & CCIP Insurance Extension (08/31/23) *Builder's Risk Insurance Extension (04/27/23) |
$485,492.25 |
3.
AI-93251
Requesting approval of the following PCO's in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County New Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc., subject to final legal review and approval; with authority for County Judge and/or County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| PCO 249 * RFI 699 Vinyls Clarification |
$1,750.00 |
| PCO 254 * CCD 4 RFI 645 Mechanical Chase 1 UL G586 Assembly Designs |
$5,830.00 |
| PCO 278 * CPR 77.1 Polish and Seal Concrete |
$2,676.00 |
B.
Emergency Management
1.
AI-93151
Requesting authority to approve a five (5) year term renewal with Everbridge, Inc. for incident communication support services, through the HC's membership with General Service Administration Cooperative (Contract No. GS-35F-0692P) for the total amount of $96,758.65 per year, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-92855
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Architectural Services to provide Architectural services for the "Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility" Project:
C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Architectural Service Agreement commencing with the No.1 ranked firm ________________________ to provide Architectural services for the "Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility" Project.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Architectural Services to provide Architectural services for the "Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility" Project:
| International Consulting Engineers | HDR Architecture Inc. | Heffner Design Team | |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Evaluator No. 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| RANK |
| * Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Pct. 1 |
2.
AI-93229
A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI-92479, 09/19/2023 and AI-92610, 09/26/2023 of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No. 9 and the County of Hidalgo.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the updated Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No. 9 and the County of Hidalgo concerning the development of the Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail.
C. Pursuant to Texas Government Code §791.014 discussion, consideration and approval of the Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail Project beginning at the Harlon Sports Complex Park through Irrigation District No. 9 Right of Way and property and ending at South Midway Rd., as noted on the updated Interlocal Cooperation Agreement.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the updated Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No. 9 and the County of Hidalgo concerning the development of the Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail.
C. Pursuant to Texas Government Code §791.014 discussion, consideration and approval of the Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail Project beginning at the Harlon Sports Complex Park through Irrigation District No. 9 Right of Way and property and ending at South Midway Rd., as noted on the updated Interlocal Cooperation Agreement.
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-93250
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1, with an estimated cost of $37,108.00, as submitted by Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc., through Hidalgo County's Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0270-07-25) to provide preliminary, design, and construction phase services for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot & Amenities Project, with authority for County Judge and Commissioner Precinct No. 2 to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-93236
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3, with an estimated cost of $64,899.76, as submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC. (C-21-0944-02-08) to provide tunnel illumination design for six (6) tunnels along the Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project, with authority for County Judge and Commissioner Precinct No. 2 to sign all required documentation.
E.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-93197
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) Backhoe loader through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative (Contract No. 685-22), awarded vendor John Deere, in the total amount of $125,000.00
2.
AI-93195
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) 2023 Chevrolet 6500 Service Truck through the HC's membership with Purchasing Cooperative of America (Contract No. PCA OD-328-20 Expires 8/17/2025) awarded vendor Big D Tractor Co. LLC dba Blue Cat Rentals / Frontera Equipment, in the total amount of $242,400.00
F.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-93245
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "[ARPA-22-124-047] Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Tex-Mex Rd Stormwater Project." located within Precinct No.4:
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Construction Material Testing Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ____________ for the [ARPA-22-124-047] Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Tex-Mex Rd Stormwater Project within Precinct No.4
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "[ARPA-22-124-047] Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Tex-Mex Rd Stormwater Project." located within Precinct No.4:
| Raba Kistner, Inc | Earth CO, LLC | HVJ South Central TX dba M&J, Inc | |
| Evaluator No.1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No.2 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No.3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| RANK | |||
| * Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Pct.4 | |||
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Construction Material Testing Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ____________ for the [ARPA-22-124-047] Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Tex-Mex Rd Stormwater Project within Precinct No.4
2.
AI-93252
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional services;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "[ARPA-22-124-051] Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Mile 17 & 83rd Stormwater Project" located within Precinct No.4
| Millennium Engineering Group |
Earth CO, LLC | HVJ Central Texas dba
M&J, Inc
|
|
| Evaluator No.1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No.2 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No.3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Pct.4 | |||
G.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-93226
Requesting approval of the final negotiated AIA Document (B-101-2017) Standard Form of Agreement between Hidalgo County and Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, in connection with Office/Warehouse Renovations - Phase 2 Project [ARPA-23-125-332] , in the amount not to exceed $7,350.00; with the authority of County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-93168
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, with an estimated cost of $10,080.00, as submitted by RO Engineering, PLLC, through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0155-05-02), to provide mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) plans and specifications for the Hidalgo County Facility Management Offices Project; with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
3.
AI-92831
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, Rio United Builders, LLC through HC's membership with TIPS (JOC Contract No. 211001), for the "SATF Phase II Parking Lot Renovations" project, in the amount of $266,403.20, with authority to issue a Notice to proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
4.
AI-93102
Requesting approval of the proposal from Allied Fire Protection for fire alarm system upgrade to HC Annex III Building through Hidalgo County's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS Coop Contract No. 21020401) in the total amount of $63,871.09
H.
Elections Department
1.
AI-93105
Requesting approval to award contract to the sole responsive bidder meeting all specifications and requirements, for "Mail-Out Voter Registration Certificates" (C-23-0390-11-14) to Usio Output Solutions, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
I.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-93114
Requesting approval to enter into a thirty-six (36) month Fiber Service agreement through HC's membership with TIPS Cooperative (Contract No. 230105), awarded vendor SmartCom Telephone LLC, for the Sheriff's Office in the total amount of $5,190.91 per month, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
2.
AI-93185
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) forklift and one (1) personnel lift to maintain and operate the leased Willacy County Detention Facility, located at 1600 S. Buffalo Dr. Raymondville, TX, through OMNIA Partners Cooperative (Contract No. 192163), awarded vendor WW Grainger Inc. in the total amount of $59,927.56, with authority for the HC Sheriff to sign any and all required documentation.
3.
AI-93124
Requesting approval to purchase 370 Rifle Resistant Body Armors through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative (Contract No. 670-22), awarded to Galls LLC, in the amount of $309,997.10
J.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-93139
Acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Master Service Agreement (C-23-0213-09-05) for Rental of Industrial Uniforms between Hidalgo County and Unifirst Corporation to add additional services , with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
26.
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-93101
Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Certification by State or Local Official of PHA Plans Consistency with the Consolidated Plan form for the Revised 2023 Annual Plan to be submitted by the Hidalgo County Housing Authority as required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
27.
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
28.
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-93211
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Anne.
E.
AI-92749
Cause No. 7:20-cv-00257; Catalina Zuniga Herrera et al v Steven Farias et al
F.
AI-93234
Civil Action No. M-7:23-cv-00388; Guillermo San Miguel Sanchez et al v. County et al
G.
AI-93108
C-4866-21-L; Raul A. Macias et al v. Garett G. Garcia, et al
H.
AI-93110
CL-23-4344-D; Harvey Rodriguez v. Hidalgo County
I.
AI-93112
C-4337-23-G; Texas Cordia Construction v. Hidalgo County
J.
AI-93261
C-3781-23-D; Marilin Rodriguez et al v Hidalgo County
K.
AI-93115
Claim of Mary Louise Mares
L.
AI-93178
Claim of Nelson Garcia
M.
AI-93191
Claim of Rhonda Lee Munguia
29.
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)
30.
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-93212
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Anne.
E.
AI-92750
Cause No. 7:20-cv-00257; Catalina Zuniga Herrera et al v Steven Farias et al
F.
AI-93235
Civil Action No. M-7:23-cv-00388; Guillermo San Miguel Sanchez et al v. County et al
G.
AI-93109
C-4866-21-L; Raul A. Macias et al v. Garett G. Garcia, et al
H.
AI-93111
CL-23-4344-D; Harvey Rodriguez v. Hidalgo County
I.
AI-93113
C-4337-23-G; Texas Cordia Construction v. Hidalgo County
J.
AI-93262
C-3781-23-D; Marilin Rodriguez et al v Hidalgo County
K.
AI-93116
Claim of Mary Louise Mares
L.
AI-93179
Claim of Nelson Garcia
M.
AI-93192
Claim of Rhonda Lee Munguia
31.
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
32.
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
33.
Adjourn