CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
February 20, 2008
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.
Open Forum
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
370th District Court - Judge Noe Gonzalez
A.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership dues to Texas Court Reporters Association in the amount of 125.00 [P.O.# 598565] and to National Court Reporters Association in the amount of $230.00 [P.O. #598495]
7.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
1. Requesting authorization and approval to replenish change fund for the Elsa Clinic in the amount of $25.00 and the Mission OSSF in the amount of $5.00.
2. Requesting authorization and approval to direct Ms. Norma Garcia, Hidalgo County Treasurer, to generate a check in the amount of $30.00 payable to Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department in order to adhere to the above action.
2. Requesting authorization and approval to direct Ms. Norma Garcia, Hidalgo County Treasurer, to generate a check in the amount of $30.00 payable to Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department in order to adhere to the above action.
C.
Requesting action to rescind approval of termination of Service Contract C-07-360-10-30 with Data Rx Management effective February 11, 2008 (Commissioners Court meeting 2-11-08, item 6. C.).
8.
Emergency Services Division - Tony Pena:
A.
Emergency Services Division/Fire Marshal's Office:
Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following Year 2008 Rural Emergency Service Contracts.
1.) City of Elsa
2.) City of Alamo (2 Copies)
Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following Year 2008 Rural Emergency Service Contracts.
1.) City of Elsa
2.) City of Alamo (2 Copies)
B.
Requesting approval and authority to purchase a cell phone for the Division of Emergency Services-Emergency Management through the County's membership/participation with state DIR TELE Contract#06-27-03 TEXAS 2000-SPR-W.
9.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the following:
1. FY 2007 Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report by Law Enforcement Agency
2. FY 2007 Federal Annual Certification Report
3. FY 2007 Federal Annual Certification Report - Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office
1. FY 2007 Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report by Law Enforcement Agency
2. FY 2007 Federal Annual Certification Report
3. FY 2007 Federal Annual Certification Report - Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office
10.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
Hidalgo County Precinct No.3 is requesting authority to purchase a pumper/rescue unit(s) with rescue equipment through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with TASB (BuyBoard)
awarded vendor Siddons Fire Apparatus in the amount not to exceed $595,500.00, which includes delivery and co-op fees.
awarded vendor Siddons Fire Apparatus in the amount not to exceed $595,500.00, which includes delivery and co-op fees.
B.
The Urban County Program is requesting approval of the final negotiated Materials Testing Services contract with Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $5,969.64 utilizing Year 20 (2007) Urban County Program Water/Sewer Improvements funds in the City of Weslaco as previously authorized for negotiations by Commissioners' Court on 8-28-2007.
C.
Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 is requesting approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Sullivan City for the contribution of CDBG funds to the City's Fire Department utilizing Urban
County Funding Year 20 (2007) in the amount not to exceed $300,000 .
County Funding Year 20 (2007) in the amount not to exceed $300,000 .
D.
Requestinag authority to purchase concrete from Central Ready Mix (Hidalgo County's awarded vendor) in the amount of $4,020..00 for the construction of sidewalks at Altas Palmas Park located in the City of Donna utilizing Urban County Pct. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities from Year 19 (2006).
E.
Approval to award the lowest quote submitted by Goal Sporting Goods for the purchase of nine (9) bleachers in the amount of $22,550.00 to be located at Altas Palmas Park in the City of Donna utilizing Urban County Pct. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities from Year 19 (2006).
F.
Approval to award the lowest quote submitted by Hope Lumber for sidewalk construction
materials in the amount of $1,255.58 for Altas Palmas Park located in the City of Donna utilizing Urban County Pct. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities from Year 19 (2006).
materials in the amount of $1,255.58 for Altas Palmas Park located in the City of Donna utilizing Urban County Pct. 1 Parks, Recreational Facilities from Year 19 (2006).
11.
Office of the County Judge:
A.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to delete two (2) permanent part-time Administrative Aide positions, slot no.'s 110-006-0022 and 110-006-0023 at $12,480.00 per year each.
2. Approval to create one (1) permanent full-time Administrative Aide I position, slot no. 110-006-0025 and set salary at $24,960.00 per year.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule
2. Approval to create one (1) permanent full-time Administrative Aide I position, slot no. 110-006-0025 and set salary at $24,960.00 per year.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule
B.
Resolution recognizing Hidalgo High School for being named a Gold Medal School.
C.
Discussion, consideration, and approval of a tax abatement agreement between Hidalgo County and Fred Loya Insurance Agency.
D.
Discussion, consideration, and approval of modifications to the proposed economic development agreement for City of Edinburg TIRZ #2 - La Sienna adopted by Commissioners Court on December 11, 2007.
12.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Mata Gonzalez Subdivision Pct. 3 (Aldo Mata)
b. Laura Garza Estates Pct. 4 (Fernando Hinojosa)
c. La Joya ISD No. 7 Subdivision Pct. 3 (Aida Benavidez)
d. Dos XX Subdivision Pct. 1 (South Texas Moulding)
e. Cantu Estates Subdivision Pct. 1 (Nehemias Cantu)
f. El Lucero Subdivision Phase 2 Pct. 3 (Julia Moreno)
2. Final Approval
a. Maiz Acres No. 4 Subdivision Pct. 1 (Evon Harbison)
b. Huisache Acres No. 8 Subdivision Pct. 1 (Rick Harbison)
c. San Carlos Gardens Subdivision No. 2 Pct. 4 (Benchmark Farms)
d. Goolie Heights Phase 2 Pct. 1 (Marion Janik)
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Goolie Meadows Phase 2 Pct. 1 (Tim Gearhart)
4. Release of Letter of Credit
a. Lantana Acres Subdivision Pct. 4 (Richard Ruppert)
b. Pueblo de Palmas Ph. 7 Pct. 3 (Gary Frisby)
5. Reimbursement of Cash Deposit
a. MGM Grand Ranches Ph. 4-A Pct. 4 (Garco Ltd.)
b. MGM Grand Ranches Ph. 4-B Pct. 4 (Garco Ltd.)
c. Palace Station Ph. 2 Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco Ltd.)
d. Little Piece of Texas Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd)
e. Sahara Estates Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd.)
f. Sunset Station Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd.)
a. Mata Gonzalez Subdivision Pct. 3 (Aldo Mata)
b. Laura Garza Estates Pct. 4 (Fernando Hinojosa)
c. La Joya ISD No. 7 Subdivision Pct. 3 (Aida Benavidez)
d. Dos XX Subdivision Pct. 1 (South Texas Moulding)
e. Cantu Estates Subdivision Pct. 1 (Nehemias Cantu)
f. El Lucero Subdivision Phase 2 Pct. 3 (Julia Moreno)
2. Final Approval
a. Maiz Acres No. 4 Subdivision Pct. 1 (Evon Harbison)
b. Huisache Acres No. 8 Subdivision Pct. 1 (Rick Harbison)
c. San Carlos Gardens Subdivision No. 2 Pct. 4 (Benchmark Farms)
d. Goolie Heights Phase 2 Pct. 1 (Marion Janik)
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Goolie Meadows Phase 2 Pct. 1 (Tim Gearhart)
4. Release of Letter of Credit
a. Lantana Acres Subdivision Pct. 4 (Richard Ruppert)
b. Pueblo de Palmas Ph. 7 Pct. 3 (Gary Frisby)
5. Reimbursement of Cash Deposit
a. MGM Grand Ranches Ph. 4-A Pct. 4 (Garco Ltd.)
b. MGM Grand Ranches Ph. 4-B Pct. 4 (Garco Ltd.)
c. Palace Station Ph. 2 Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco Ltd.)
d. Little Piece of Texas Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd)
e. Sahara Estates Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd.)
f. Sunset Station Subdivision Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd.)
13.
Constable Pct. #1 - Celestino Avila
A.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership dues to The Justice of the Peace & Constable's Association of Texas (state association) in the amount of $ 375.00 (P.O. # 597311) and The South Texas Justice of the Peace Association (district association) in the amount of $ 115.00 (P.O. # 597417).
B.
Discussion, consideration, and approval to apply for the Border Security Enhancement Operations, (BSEO Operation Border Star V) grant to the Governor's Division of Emergency Management for fiscal year 2008 (grant period 2-17-08 to 8-15-08).
14.
Constable Pct. #3 - Larry Gallardo:
A.
Presentation and discussion of 2007 Racial Profiling Report as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3 Department in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
15.
County Treasurer - Norma Garcia:
A.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership dues to the County Treasurers' Association of Texas in the amount of $175.00 (req. # 00127232)
16.
WIC - Norma Longoria:
A.
1. Requesting approval to process payment of 2008 membership dues to the Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) in the amount of $125.00 (Requisition No. 126688).
2. Requesting approval to process payment for Home Depot in the amount of $49.04 (P.O. No. 595885).
2. Requesting approval to process payment for Home Depot in the amount of $49.04 (P.O. No. 595885).
17.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Approval to appropriate the December 31, 2007 Fund Balance (unreserved) in the amount of $61,735.52 and monies received on a seizure award in the amount of $20,698.73 in the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Department of Justice Fund 1229 for the year 2008. Combined total of $82,434.25.
B.
Approval to appropriate the December 31, 2007 Fund Balance (Unreserved) in the amount of $87,747.04 in the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Department of Treasury Fund 1228 for the year 2008.
C.
Approval to appropriate $69,439.67 from the December 31, 2007 Fund Balance (unreserved) in the Sheriff's Investigation Fund 1227-HB 65 for the year 2008.
D.
Requesting authorization and approval for the County Judge to execute the Federal Annual Certification Report for fiscal year 2007, as required by the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of Treasury as a prerequisite to the distribution of equitably shared funds and property to the Sheriff's Office.
E.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to transfer employees as follows:
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
|
Employee
No. |
From
Slot No. |
From
Dept. |
To
Slot No. |
To
Department |
Position Title
|
Budgeted
Salary |
|
159158
|
115-044-0001
|
Courthouse Security
|
280-001-0206
|
Sheriff
|
Dep. Sheriff Step I
|
$34,060.00
|
|
156426
|
115-044-0012
|
Courthouse Security
|
280-001-0149
|
Sheriff
|
Dep. Sheriff Step I
|
$34,060.00
|
|
146854
|
280-001-0206
|
Sheriff
|
115-044-0001
|
Security
|
Dep. Sheriff Step II
|
$35,252.00
|
|
126667
|
280-001-0149
|
Sheriff
|
115-044-0012
|
Courthouse Security
|
Sr. Dep. Sheriff Step II
|
$38,777.00
|
|
139475
|
115-044-0011
|
Courthouse Security
|
280-001-0160
|
Sheriff
|
Sr. Dep. Sheriff Step II
|
$38,777.00
|
|
120758
|
280-001-0160
|
Sheriff
|
115-044-0011
|
Courthouse Security
|
Sr. Dep. Sheriff Step II
|
$38,777.00
|
2. Approval of revised salary schedules.
18.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership dues to the International Right of Way Association in the amount of $1665.00, respectively.
19.
Colonia Access Program - Agapito Vargas
A.
Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Texas Department of Transportation 2008 Border Colonias Access Program County Allocation for Round III Projects.
20.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds into Precinct #3 - Road & Bridge fund (1203) in the amount of $447,000.00.
21.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
3.
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
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
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with construction of a new Hon Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Detention Facility:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) Other related items
5.
Recommending bid award and approval of contract (subject to legal review) for,"Gasoline and Diesel Fuel (All Grades) Option I Delivery of fuel to Hidalgo County Sites (Bulk Fuel) & Option II (fueling stations), to lowest bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements. (Bid No. 07-122-01-09-ROL)
6.
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, requesting authority to publish advertisements for Auctions of Surplus Equipment, Vehicles, etc., scheduled for: March 1, 2008, June 14, 2008 and September 13, 2008 including, but not limited to, Abandoned and Unclaimed Property or additional and/or necessary auctions.
7.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership dues to the National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP) in the amount of $ 1,275.00 (PO# 598091).
8.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Fleet Fueling System Application (ORIGINAL) to be forwarded to Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd. as submitted by the following listed departments detailing the "holder and user" under awarded contract for "Gasoline, On & Off Highway Diesel Fuel":
-Hidalgo County Tax Office
-Hidalgo County Health Department
-Hidalgo County Elections Dept. (Leased Vehicles)
-Hidalgo County Tax Office
-Hidalgo County Health Department
-Hidalgo County Elections Dept. (Leased Vehicles)
9.
Approval of request for payment Application No. 3 (Final) in the amount of $8,594.69 and payment Application No. 4 in the amount of $12,044.13 from Rigney Construction contracted vendor for, "Interior Repairs and Renovations 398th. District Court" and as certified for payment by project architect, Alcocer Garcia Associates Design.
10.
Requesting approval of 2008 membership dues to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts through the Cooperative Purchasing Program (CPA CO-OP) and the Texas Public Purchasing Association in the amounts of $100.00 and $50.00 respectively (PO#596554 & 596555), after review and processing procedures completed by County Auditor with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment(s).
11.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to purchase computer equipment and peripherals from Calence for the I.T. Department through DIR Contract for $ 11,072.24 under requisition # 125816.
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to purchase and enter into agreement with Cummins-Allison Corp. for the Tax Office in the amount of $17,382.60 solicited through quotes for requisition# 125719.
C. Requesting authority to increase purchase order #597328 and enter into agreement for ICC Enterprises, Corp. for the Elections Department in the amount of $550.00 to include insurance for the rental of laptops needed for the Phone Bank.
D. (a) Requesting exemption from competitive requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a) (7), "an item that can be obtained from only one source" in connection with the purchase of proprietary components to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office for Inmate Visitation Phones through Sound Powered Communications Corp.
E. Approval of a Sole Source Declaration with authority to purchase from Sound Powered Communications Corp. a visitation phone system (a proprietary component of Visitphone System 500) in the amount of $1,185.00 for requisition # 125958.
F. Requesting authority to purchase Democratic party ballots through Election System & Software, Inc. through state contract #TPSS 578 in the amount of $39,023.00 for requisition #125426.
G. Requesting authority to purchase Republican party ballots through Election System & Software, Inc. through state contract #TPSS 578 in the amount of $5,989.00 for requisition #125423.
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to purchase and enter into agreement with Cummins-Allison Corp. for the Tax Office in the amount of $17,382.60 solicited through quotes for requisition# 125719.
C. Requesting authority to increase purchase order #597328 and enter into agreement for ICC Enterprises, Corp. for the Elections Department in the amount of $550.00 to include insurance for the rental of laptops needed for the Phone Bank.
D. (a) Requesting exemption from competitive requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a) (7), "an item that can be obtained from only one source" in connection with the purchase of proprietary components to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office for Inmate Visitation Phones through Sound Powered Communications Corp.
E. Approval of a Sole Source Declaration with authority to purchase from Sound Powered Communications Corp. a visitation phone system (a proprietary component of Visitphone System 500) in the amount of $1,185.00 for requisition # 125958.
F. Requesting authority to purchase Democratic party ballots through Election System & Software, Inc. through state contract #TPSS 578 in the amount of $39,023.00 for requisition #125426.
G. Requesting authority to purchase Republican party ballots through Election System & Software, Inc. through state contract #TPSS 578 in the amount of $5,989.00 for requisition #125423.
12.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software in connection with On-line Research Services for Hidalgo County with Lexis Nexis.
B. Requesting approval of agreement(s) if applicable for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s):
1) District Attorney
B. Requesting approval of agreement(s) if applicable for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s):
1) District Attorney
13.
Requesting approval to declare surplus numerous items and vehicles "County and Seized" for the purpose of disposition through auction set forth under Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152.(a)(1) as detailed on Attachments hereto.
14.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew the final additional one (1) year term with National Plan Administrators, Inc.
15.
A. Requesting authority to exercise the additional one year extension as provided uner contract for "Type D Hot Mix Asphalt-Gravel & Limestone" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with Frontera Materials. C-07-002-04-03 Effective: 04/04/08-04/03-08.
B. Requesting authority to exercise the additional one year extension as provided under current contract for "Type D Hot Asphalt-Gravel" for Precinct #3, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Valley Caliche Inc; C-002A-04-03 Effective: 04/04/08-04/03/09.
C. Requesting authority to exercise the additional one year extension as provided under currenct contract for "Hot-Cold Laid" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Frontera Materials. C-07-003-04-03 Effective: 04/04/08-04/03/09.
B. Requesting authority to exercise the additional one year extension as provided under current contract for "Type D Hot Asphalt-Gravel" for Precinct #3, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Valley Caliche Inc; C-002A-04-03 Effective: 04/04/08-04/03/09.
C. Requesting authority to exercise the additional one year extension as provided under currenct contract for "Hot-Cold Laid" for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Frontera Materials. C-07-003-04-03 Effective: 04/04/08-04/03/09.
16.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to relocate attorney general staff and/or operations currently occupying a space within and adjacent to Master Court #1 courtroom to Annex #1 (to an area that will be vacated by CCL#1) and thus permitting the creation of a jury box for County Court at Law #6 or any other necessary courtroom space required effective 3-1-08.
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and acceptance of a donation to Hidalgo County of personal cell phone equipment (specificaly, one (1) Blackerry/Model 7130) and pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy approval of Cellular Phone (Service Only) Request Forms for the following:
Dept. County Judge's Office
Employee: Sofia Hernandez
Plan/Rate: Business Essential 1000@$52.00 + Web/Data Pack@$39.99=$89.99/ per month.
Dept. County Judge's Office
Employee: Sofia Hernandez
Plan/Rate: Business Essential 1000@$52.00 + Web/Data Pack@$39.99=$89.99/ per month.
C.
Pct. 2
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Payment of Invoice No. 2438 in the amount of $11,761.74 (McColl Rd II) from R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, contracted engineer for Precinct No. 2, with authority for Auditor to review and complete processing procedures and County Treasurer to issue checks.
D.
Pct. 4
1.
Approval of Request for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $38,182.50 from United Contracting, Inc., awarded contractor for the, "Construction of Precinct No. 4 Offices-Utilities Improvements," and as certified for payment by project engineer, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Payment for Invoice No. 07M200-5 in the amount of $ 2,188.45 from MILLENNIUM ENGINEERS GROUP, INC. in connection with Contract No. C-07-265-10-15, Work Authorization No. 2 and Purchase Order No. 593644 for "Construction Material Testing" for Chapa Road in San Manuel.
E.
HIDTA
1.
Requesting authority to advertise for "Bid No: 2008-083-03-12-VYG-Three (3) New 2008 Double Cab Trucks".
F.
IT Department:
1.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Goverment Code, 262.024 (a) (7) (A) "items for which competition is precluded because of existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes or monopolies" in connection with the implementation of a vehicle GPS tracking program;
B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Bluewater Wireless with authority to purchase GPS vehicle tracking equipment, accessories and installation in an amount not to exceed $4,500.00 for the deparments detailed and attached hereto.
B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Bluewater Wireless with authority to purchase GPS vehicle tracking equipment, accessories and installation in an amount not to exceed $4,500.00 for the deparments detailed and attached hereto.
G.
Buildings & Grounds
1.
Approval of a correction to contract No. C-07-326-06-25 between ThyssenKrupp Elevator and Hidalgo County to relect the correct final negotiated price to $371,967.00 (as it appears on executed contract) and not $366,470 (as originally presented for approval by Commissioners Court on June 25, 2007) in connection with the modernization of the elevators at the Hidalgo County Courthouse.
H.
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)
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)
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid No CAP-08-004-01-09 "Bernal & Highland Subdivision" and approval of contract subject to Legal Review and TXDOT approval.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid No CAP-07-015-12-19 "Chapa #3 Subdivision" and approval of contract subject to Legal Review and TXDOT approval.
J.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of application of payment No 5 (Retainage) in the amount of $39,638.20 (through project engineer Hinojosa Engineering, Inc.) submitted by Jimmy Closner & Sons Construction Co., Inc. in connection with contract C-CAP-07-010-03-27.
B. Requesting approval of Certificate of Construction Completion submitted by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering reflecting the completion date of January 30, 2008 for South Fork Subdivision with contractor Jimmy Closner & Sons Construction Co., Inc. C-CAP-07-010-03-27
B. Requesting approval of Certificate of Construction Completion submitted by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering reflecting the completion date of January 30, 2008 for South Fork Subdivision with contractor Jimmy Closner & Sons Construction Co., Inc. C-CAP-07-010-03-27
K.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and acceptance of Change Order No 1 for La Homa Road North Subd C-CAP-07-009-03-13 for material and work adjustments in the amount of $7,373.00 (decrease) project engineer is R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, and contractor is JM Construction, a Border Colonia Access Program Project(s).
B. Requesting approval of Certificate of Construction Completion submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering reflecting the completion date of March 13, 2007 for La Homa Road North Subdivision with contractor Juan Mendoza Corporation dba J.M. Construction. C-CAP-07-009-03-13
B. Requesting approval of Certificate of Construction Completion submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering reflecting the completion date of March 13, 2007 for La Homa Road North Subdivision with contractor Juan Mendoza Corporation dba J.M. Construction. C-CAP-07-009-03-13
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering. to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid No CAP-08-001-01-09 & CAP-08-002-01-09 -LRM Paving & Drainage Construction for El Sol #1 & El Sol #2 Subdivision and approval of contract subject to Legal Review and TXDOT approval.
L.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy, requesting acceptance and approval of a Cellular Phone Request Form for the Sheriff's Office as attached hereto for purchase of cell phone equipment and services including, but not limited to, the following:
Equipment
Total $1,852.39
Service: Monthly recurring charge for service $3,328.45
Equipment
| Quantity | Description/Model | Price | Amount |
| 10 | Blackberry (7100i) phones | $49.99 each | $499.90 |
| 1 | Blackberry (7100i) phones | $149.99 each (spare unit only) | $149.99 |
| 4 | Motorola (Hybrid Flip phone ic902) | $252.99 each (includes one spare) | $1,011.96 |
| 5 | Motorola (Rugged phone i335) | $29.99 each (spare unit only) | $149.95 |
| 41 | Motorola (Rugged phone i335) | $00.99 each | $40.59 |
Service: Monthly recurring charge for service $3,328.45
22.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer (1336) from Certificates of Obligation, Series 2006 Precinct #3 (program 040) to Precinct #3 La Homa Road (program 045) in the amount of $1,033,500.00.
B.
Approval of 2007 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to 449th DC - various object codes (1100) in the amount of $1,205.20.
C.
Workers' Comp Division:
Presentation of the 4th Quarter Workers' Compensation Report for 2007.
Presentation of the 4th Quarter Workers' Compensation Report for 2007.
D.
Fund 2202- Workers' Compensation Self-Insured
Requesting approval of reimbursement to the Hidalgo County Workers' Compensation Claims
paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management in the amount of $ 61,050.57
for the period of 01/16-31/2008 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement to the Hidalgo County Workers' Compensation Claims
paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management in the amount of $ 61,050.57
for the period of 01/16-31/2008 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
E.
1. Indigent Defense and Co. Auditor:
a. Discussion, consideration, and approval to transfer (1) one permanent full-time Accountant II position, slot no. 009-003-0003 at $44,699.00 from Indigent Defense Dept. to County Auditor's office.
b. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Indigent Defense to Co. Auditor (1100) in the amount of $44,699.00 to fund transfer of employee including salaries and fringes.
c. Approval of Revised Salary Schedule
2. Co. Wide-Border Colonia and Co. Auditor:
a. Discussion, consideration, and approval to transfer (1) one permanent full-time Accountant II position, slot no. 170-004-0001 at $44,700.00 and (1) one permanent full-time Accounts Payable Specialist I, slot no. 170-004-0002 at $31,200.00 from Co. Wide-Border Colonia Dept to County Auditor's office.
b. Approval of 2008 interfund transfer from Co. Wide-Border Colonia (1200) to Co. Auditor (1100) in the amount of $97,463.78 to fund transfer of employees including salaries and fringes.
c. Approval of Revised Salary Schedule
a. Discussion, consideration, and approval to transfer (1) one permanent full-time Accountant II position, slot no. 009-003-0003 at $44,699.00 from Indigent Defense Dept. to County Auditor's office.
b. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Indigent Defense to Co. Auditor (1100) in the amount of $44,699.00 to fund transfer of employee including salaries and fringes.
c. Approval of Revised Salary Schedule
2. Co. Wide-Border Colonia and Co. Auditor:
a. Discussion, consideration, and approval to transfer (1) one permanent full-time Accountant II position, slot no. 170-004-0001 at $44,700.00 and (1) one permanent full-time Accounts Payable Specialist I, slot no. 170-004-0002 at $31,200.00 from Co. Wide-Border Colonia Dept to County Auditor's office.
b. Approval of 2008 interfund transfer from Co. Wide-Border Colonia (1200) to Co. Auditor (1100) in the amount of $97,463.78 to fund transfer of employees including salaries and fringes.
c. Approval of Revised Salary Schedule
F.
District Clerk:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to District Clerk (1100) in the amount of $15,887.19.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to District Clerk (1100) in the amount of $15,887.19.
G.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm- Contingency to Co. Judges Office (1100) in the amount of $5,998.30.
H.
Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for the Headstart Self-Funded Workers Compensation Fund (2202) in the total amount of $13,996.50.
I.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer (1336) for Certificates of Obligation, Series 2006 - Buildings and Grounds from Courthouse Additional Parking (028) to Head Start Kitchen (032) in the amount of $37,540.00
J.
District Attorney:
Clarification of agenda item #7984 - approved 01/02/2008, to include payment of overtime in lieu of compensatory time for Department number 270-002.
Clarification of agenda item #7984 - approved 01/02/2008, to include payment of overtime in lieu of compensatory time for Department number 270-002.
K.
Discussion, consideration, and approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for various Special Revenue & Internal Service Funds to fund 2008 Purchase Order rollover in the total amount of $1,077,703.81.
L.
Approval of 2007 appropriation of funds for the Health Benefits Fund (2201) in the total amount of $907,833.43.
M.
1. Approval of 2007 deobligation of funds from Grant Fund 1282 to the General Fund (1100) Fund Balance in the amount of $6,063.36, to facilitate the close of 2007.
2. Approval of 2007 deobligation of funds from Grant Fund 1284 to the General Fund (1100) Fund Balance in the amount of $26,336.65 to facilitate the close of 2007.
3. Approval of 2007 deobligation of funds from Grant Fund 1287 to the Certificate of Obligation Series 2001 (1331) Fund Balance in the amount of $72,048.79 to facilitate the close of 2007.
2. Approval of 2007 deobligation of funds from Grant Fund 1284 to the General Fund (1100) Fund Balance in the amount of $26,336.65 to facilitate the close of 2007.
3. Approval of 2007 deobligation of funds from Grant Fund 1287 to the Certificate of Obligation Series 2001 (1331) Fund Balance in the amount of $72,048.79 to facilitate the close of 2007.
N.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration- Contingency to Sanitation Pct. #1 - Land & Building Rentals (1100) in the amount of $300.00
O.
Precinct No. 1 Paved/Unpaved Rd.:
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1 P/U Rd.- (1201) in the amount of $46,526.26.
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for Precinct 1 P/U Rd.- (1201) in the amount of $46,526.26.
P.
Buildings & Grounds/ Department of Budget & Management- Insurance Division
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to delete one (1) permanent full-time Administrative Assistant position, slot no. 220-001-0009 (Buildings & Grounds department) at $27,615.00.
2. Approval to create one permanent full-time Administrative Assistant position at $27,615.00 and transfer employee no. 122343 from the Buildings & Grounds department (220-001-XXX) to the Department of Budget & Management- Insurance Division (115-009-XXX).
3. Approval of revised salary schedules
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to delete one (1) permanent full-time Administrative Assistant position, slot no. 220-001-0009 (Buildings & Grounds department) at $27,615.00.
2. Approval to create one permanent full-time Administrative Assistant position at $27,615.00 and transfer employee no. 122343 from the Buildings & Grounds department (220-001-XXX) to the Department of Budget & Management- Insurance Division (115-009-XXX).
3. Approval of revised salary schedules
Q.
Information Technology Department
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create two(2) permanent full-time Technician I positions, slot no.'s 200-001-0020 and 200-001-0021 at $22,500.00 per year.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create two(2) permanent full-time Technician I positions, slot no.'s 200-001-0020 and 200-001-0021 at $22,500.00 per year.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition/Sale
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Duties, evaluation of the Urban County Deputy Director.
E.
Duties, evaluation of the Urban County Director.
24.
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.
Duties, evaluation of the Urban County Deputy Director.
E.
Duties, evaluation of the Urban County Director.
25.
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
26.
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
26.
Adjourn