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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING MAY 28, 2024 2:00 P.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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-95473
Proclamation in honor of Mrs. Gloria Ann Perez for 58 years of dedicated service as an educator.
6.
Open Forum
7.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-95363
FY 2022 HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Authorization and approval to accept a 2nd extension for FY 2022 (G22SS0002A) HIDTA Task Force grant from 6/30/2024 to 12/31/2024.
Authorization and approval to accept a 2nd extension for FY 2022 (G22SS0002A) HIDTA Task Force grant from 6/30/2024 to 12/31/2024.
B.
AI-95361
USMS Task Force Officer (1281):
1. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the USMS and Hidalgo County District Attorney's agreement terms and conditions.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2024 USMS and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office agreement in the amount of $10,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
3. Authorization and approval to pay straight time instead of banking extra duty hours from May 28, 2024 - September 30, 2024 to USMS TFO assigned from Hidalgo County DA's Office, Employee #164674.
1. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the USMS and Hidalgo County District Attorney's agreement terms and conditions.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2024 USMS and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office agreement in the amount of $10,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
3. Authorization and approval to pay straight time instead of banking extra duty hours from May 28, 2024 - September 30, 2024 to USMS TFO assigned from Hidalgo County DA's Office, Employee #164674.
8.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-95343
Sheriff's Office - LESO 2024 MOU
1. Approval and authorization for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to continue participation in the Texas LESO Program
2. Authorization for County Judge and County Sheriff, as Authorized officials to sign the required documents.
1. Approval and authorization for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to continue participation in the Texas LESO Program
2. Authorization for County Judge and County Sheriff, as Authorized officials to sign the required documents.
9.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-95348
Constable Precinct No. 2 LEOSE (1220):
Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $3,359.30 for the 2024 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $3,359.30 for the 2024 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
10.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-95245
Constable Pct. 4 – Hidalgo County Appraisal District
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Hidalgo County Appraisal District effective June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025 in relation to Security Services with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,216.43 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Hidalgo County Appraisal District effective June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025 in relation to Security Services with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, in the amount of $78,216.43 and appropriation of the same.
11.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-95459
Requesting approval of a First Amendment to the Full-Service Deputy Agreement with Bridgepoint Insurance Agency & Permit Center, LLC (C-20-063-09-21).
12.
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-95497
Approval to appoint Yenngoc Le, student at UTRGV, as an intern under the Hidalgo County Health Department for the period of June 3, 2024 through August 15, 2024.
C.
AI-95402
Health - CSLFRF-PH-NEI P/R-Bio Safety/Public Health-El Paraiso (1290):
1. Approval of the following actions as per Exhibit A, effective next full pay period 06/03/2024.
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above.
Health - Public Health Infrastructure Grant (1293):
3. Approval of the following actions as per Exhibit B, effective 07/01/2024:
4. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer the employees listed on Exhibit C.
1. Approval of the following actions as per Exhibit A, effective next full pay period 06/03/2024.
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above.
Health - Public Health Infrastructure Grant (1293):
3. Approval of the following actions as per Exhibit B, effective 07/01/2024:
4. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer the employees listed on Exhibit C.
D.
AI-95443
Information Technology (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot# | Current Position Title | Current Grade | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Grade |
| Title Change | 200-001 | 0003 | System Services Administrator | 16 | Information Technology Manager | 16 |
| Title Change | 200-001 | 0058 | Application Developer III | 16 | Information Technology Manager | 16 |
E.
AI-95441
Crim DA (1100) / DA Check Fraud (1222):
Approval of the following actions, effective 07/01/2024 through 12/31/2024:
Approval of the following actions, effective 07/01/2024 through 12/31/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend | 080-002 | T236 | Legal Assistant I | 06 |
| Extend | 080-006 | T001 | Clerk I | 01 |
F.
AI-95400
Co. Clerk (1100):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 180-001 | 0098 | CJIS Auditor | 11 |
G.
AI-95457
Safety (1100):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Allowance Amount |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 125-003 | 0015 | Safety Officer II | $6,000.00 |
H.
AI-95427
Pct. 1 Admin / Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 121-005 | 0030 | Equipment Operator II | 08 |
| Delete | 121-005 | 0183 | Coordinator III | 13 |
| Delete | 121-005 | 0136 | Maintenance IV | 09 |
| Create | 121-004 | 0038 | Assistant Chief Administrator II | 19 |
| Create | 121-005 | 0185 | Equipment Operator III | 10 |
| Create | 121-005 | 0186 | Truck Driver III | 08 |
| Create | 121-005 | 0187 | Maintenance II | 05 |
| Create | 121-005 | 0188 | Coordinator II | 11 |
I.
AI-95451
Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 11/30/2024:
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 11/30/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Allowance Amount |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-005 | 0011 | Maintenance III | $6,000.00 |
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-95428
Discussion, Consideration and action for approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with
R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation. in the amount of $40,610.00 utilizing CDBG FY 34 &,36, (2021 & 2023) Alamo Water/Sewer Improvements Funding and approval of Work Authorization No. 1, subject to HB 1295.
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-95350
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $10,000.00 and appropriation of the same. The additional amount is for program income earned by the Immunization program to date above what has been projected.
B.
AI-95359
Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to e-sign the RLSS / LPHS Grant contract HHS001324900028 Amendment No1. The purpose of the amendment is to revise State and Federal funding amounts and certain contract terms and conditions.
15.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-95409
Discussion/Approval of Supplemental Funding Application for FY2024 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)
B.
AI-95412
Discussion/Approval of the Hidalgo County Head Start Program 2024-2025 Program Plans
| Child Nutrition | Human Resources |
| Disability | Mental Health |
| Education | Transition/Community Partnerships |
| Family Services | Transportation Services |
| Health |
C.
AI-95411
Lump Sum Summer Paychecks to Staff Who Resign as of Last Summer Leave Day/Last Working Day for Position Assigned
D.
AI-95410
Discussion/Approval of Program Year 2024-2025 Program Calendars
16.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-95388
Approval and ratification of budget adjustment for the BJA Grant Award Number:15PBJA-21-GG-02794-SMTP Hidalgo County Virtual Supervision Caseload to extend the expiration date from 09/30/2024 to 09/30/2025.
B.
AI-95377
Requesting approval and ratification of the budget adjustment for the RSAT grant #2928009 as approved by the Office of the Governor (Criminal Justice Division).
17.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
A.
AI-95277
Requesting approval to appoint new County Extension Agent 4-H & Youth Development, Brianna Gutierrez. Agent will commence employment on July 3, 2024.
18.
WIC:
A.
AI-95390
WIC Program (1292):
Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2024 WIC Local Agency Contractor Information Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2024 WIC Local Agency Contractor Information Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
19.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-95312
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcels No. 64,24, & 69 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (RCSJ# 0921-02-355) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form.
20.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-95456
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 $10,000.00 for two interns, with the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship application, for the Home to Texas scholarship fund.
3. Requesting approval to appoint Regina Mendiola and Kenya A. Rodriguez, students at the University of Texas at Austin, as interns with Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for the period of May 28, 2024 through July 26, 2024.
2. Requesting approval to include a Community Support contribution in the amount of $10,000.00 for two interns, with the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship application, for the Home to Texas scholarship fund.
3. Requesting approval to appoint Regina Mendiola and Kenya A. Rodriguez, students at the University of Texas at Austin, as interns with Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for the period of May 28, 2024 through July 26, 2024.
21.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-95340
1. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Sullivan City, Texas for a road reconstruction and improvement project to a portion of El Pinto Road from Bluebird Street to Tablero Road, extending approximately 3,276.78 total linear feet.
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road reconstruction and improvement project to a portion of El Pinto Road from Bluebird Street to Tablero Road extending approximately 3,276.78 total linear feet.
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road reconstruction and improvement project to a portion of El Pinto Road from Bluebird Street to Tablero Road extending approximately 3,276.78 total linear feet.
B.
AI-95438
Requesting approval to name a private road located north of Doffing Road and runs 370 LF West and 25 LF wide as
Del Bosque SR.
22.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-95262
Presentation of the mid-year report highlighting our community's Health Workers for UT Houston Tu Salud ¡Sí Cuenta! Program and the impact the program has had on our participants.
23.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-95382
TXDOT - Pct 4 HSIP - Left & Right Turn Lanes (4 Intersections) (1315):
Approval of the Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation - Highway Safety Improvement Program Off-System project for the addition of left and right turn lanes at the intersections of Canton Road & Cesar Chavez Road, Ramseyer Road & Doolitte Road, Tex Mex Road & 83rd Street and Mile 22 ½ N Road & Carmen Avila Road (CCSJ #0921-02-525) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign the agreement and any and all pertinent documentation for said project.
Approval of the Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Texas Department of Transportation - Highway Safety Improvement Program Off-System project for the addition of left and right turn lanes at the intersections of Canton Road & Cesar Chavez Road, Ramseyer Road & Doolitte Road, Tex Mex Road & 83rd Street and Mile 22 ½ N Road & Carmen Avila Road (CCSJ #0921-02-525) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign the agreement and any and all pertinent documentation for said project.
B.
AI-95455
Additional 2023 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Capital Leases (Various Departments):
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund capital lease expenses.
2. Approval of 2023 appropriation of revenues and expenses to fund capital lease expenses.
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund capital lease expenses.
2. Approval of 2023 appropriation of revenues and expenses to fund capital lease expenses.
C.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-95430
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $11,787,331.10 from CSLFRF interest earnings and appropriation of the same.
2.
AI-95418
Requesting approval of budget revisions for ARPA Projects as per Exhibit A.
3.
AI-95425
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA funds on the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 2812 Community Resource Center (ARPA-24-124-359).
4.
AI-95426
A. Requesting approval to include the Assistance to the Children's Advocacy Center of Hidalgo County (ARPA-24-115-360) in the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Nonprofit Negative Economic Impacts Program.
B. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and the Children's Advocacy Center of Hidalgo County, with authority for the County Judge to sign the agreement.
B. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and the Children's Advocacy Center of Hidalgo County, with authority for the County Judge to sign the agreement.
5.
AI-95276
Requesting approval to include the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Wellness, Activity, and Community Center (ARPA-24-121-358) under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Recreational Development Program.
D.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-95472
Capital Projects Funds (New Courthouse Project) (135X):
Approval of 2024 appropriation of various Capital Project Funds in the amount of $558,113.99 to fund upcoming expenditures.
Approval of 2024 appropriation of various Capital Project Funds in the amount of $558,113.99 to fund upcoming expenditures.
2.
AI-95450
Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance into Pct. 1 Rd. Maintenance in the amount of $500,000.00 to fund operating expenses.
Approval of appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance into Pct. 1 Rd. Maintenance in the amount of $500,000.00 to fund operating expenses.
3.
AI-95489
Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200):
Approval of 2024 appropriation of funds from Road & Bridge fund balance in the amount of $1,431,680.36 to fund daily operations.
Approval of 2024 appropriation of funds from Road & Bridge fund balance in the amount of $1,431,680.36 to fund daily operations.
4.
AI-95381
Pct4 Rd Maint/Pct4 Drain Imprv Prj (1200)
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $95,392.10 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Drainage Improvement Project Reimbursements and appropriation of the same.
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $95,392.10 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Drainage Improvement Project Reimbursements and appropriation of the same.
24.
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.
AI-95504
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional services;
2. 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 "Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services- Purchasing Department and Fire Marshal Office Renovations and Expansion"
3. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of________for the "Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services - Purchasing Department and Fire Marshal Office Renovations and Expansion" located in Precinct No. 4.
2. 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 "Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services- Purchasing Department and Fire Marshal Office Renovations and Expansion"
| Evaluated Firms | Terracon Consultants, Inc | Rock Engineering & Testing Laboratory, LLC | ECS Southwest, LLC |
| 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. No. 4 | |||
B.
AI-95432
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional services;
2. 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 "Architectural Services for Purchasing Department and Fire Marshal Office Renovations & Expansion"
3. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of________for the "Architectural Services for Purchasing Department and Fire Marshal Office Renovations & Expansion" located in Precinct No. 4.
2. 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 "Architectural Services for Purchasing Department and Fire Marshal Office Renovations & Expansion"
| Evaluated Firms | goERO International LLC d.b.a. ERO Architects | Sam Garcia Architects | CG5 Architect LLC |
| Evaluator No.1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 7 | 8 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Pct. No. 4 | |||
C.
Emergency Management
1.
AI-95295
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 the Architectural Services for Hidalgo County Remote Operation Centers" project.
D.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-95423
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-24-121-358] Professional Engineering Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Wellness, Activity, and Community Center"
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ________ for the "ARPA-24-121-358 Professional Engineering Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Wellness, Activity and Community Center" located in Precinct No.1
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-24-121-358] Professional Engineering Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Wellness, Activity, and Community Center"
| Evaluated Firms | B2Z Engineering, LLC | R.Gutierrez Engineering Corporation | Casslee Investments, LLC |
| 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. No.1 | |||
2.
AI-95444
Requesting acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council for contracting services.
3.
AI-95435
A. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo & Cameron County Irrigation District #9 for water pipe repairs needed.
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project regarding Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail wherein the Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No. 9 and the County of Hidalgo agree to cooperate in the repair of water pipes.
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project regarding Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail wherein the Hidalgo and Cameron Counties Irrigation District No. 9 and the County of Hidalgo agree to cooperate in the repair of water pipes.
4.
AI-95448
A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 6, with an estimated cost of $940,476.59, as submitted by L&G Engineering, through Precinct No.1 Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-18-195-07-31), to provide additional Engineering Services for the "Mile 6 Project (Mile 11 to Mile 14 1/2)".
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Service Agreement with L & G Engineering, requesting authority to engage sub-consultants, Garza & Associates, HLH Appraisal Services, ETSI Group, LLC.
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Service Agreement with L & G Engineering, requesting authority to engage sub-consultants, Garza & Associates, HLH Appraisal Services, ETSI Group, LLC.
5.
AI-95434
Requesting approval to award contract to Richard Cohrs, the qualified sole responsive bidder, for "Lease of Land for Citizen Collection Site – Donna Area" (C-24-0088-05-28).
6.
AI-95422
Requesting approval to award contract to Perales Pit LLC, the qualified lowest responsive bidder, for "Flexible Base Material (Crushed Caliche Grade 4)" (C-24-0056-05-28).
E.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-95479
Requesting acceptance and approval of Professional Engineering Services' final negotiated agreement (C-24-0150-05-28) with B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the Hidalgo County "McAllen Health Center Improvements Project", as ranked & approved by CC (04/30/24, AI-95153).
2.
AI-95416
Requesting acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for services under Work Authorization No.1, as submitted by project engineer, GDJ Engineering, to include coordination with Hidalgo County Irrigation District #2 for the installation of utility infrastructure needed for the Project, resulting in an estimated cost increase in the amount of $4,810.00 for the Pct 2 Lopezville Park Improvement Project (C-20-471-09-01).
3.
AI-95399
Requesting acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 with an estimated cost of $350,075.00 as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide construction bid assistance and Engineering construction oversight for the Pct 2 Nolana Loop Project (from FM 1426 (Raul Longoria Rd) to FM 907 (Alamo Rd), (C-17-088-04-05).
F.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-95406
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, through HC's membership with TIPS (JOC Contract #23010402), and to award construction contract (C-24-0132-05-28) for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvements Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion" to the qualified and responsible bidder, 8/A Builders, LLC, for the total amount of $1,260,337.79 ; with the authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
2.
AI-95484
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) utility cab tractor and grapple attachment through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 706-23), from Kubota Tractor Corp., in the total amount of $57,854.35
G.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-95503
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-24-124-359] Architectural Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 2812 Community Resource Center"
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Architectural Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ________ for the "[ARPA-24-124-359] Architectural Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 2812 Community Resource Center" located in 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-24-124-359] Architectural Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 2812 Community Resource Center"
| Evaluated Firms | The Warren Group Architects | Sam Garcia Architects, LLC | Gignac & Associates, LLP |
| 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 |
2.
AI-95506
Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the Hidalgo County Pct No.4 All-Star Park (C-21-0832-02-11), as recommended by the Project Architect, The Warren Group Architects, Inc.
H.
Constables
1.
AI-95401
Constable Pct. #1:
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (4)(B) discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Vehicle as listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein including authority to remove said property from the HC Constable Precinct No. 1 inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3)(A) requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ILA) between HC Constable Precinct No. 1 and City of Hidalgo Police Department Law Enforcement Academy for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement vehicles, with authority for HC Constable Precinct 1 and County Judge to sign all required documentation.
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (4)(B) discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Vehicle as listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein including authority to remove said property from the HC Constable Precinct No. 1 inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3)(A) requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ILA) between HC Constable Precinct No. 1 and City of Hidalgo Police Department Law Enforcement Academy for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement vehicles, with authority for HC Constable Precinct 1 and County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-95405
Constable Pct. #4:
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (4)(B) discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Vehicles as listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein including authority to remove said property from the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3)(A) requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ILA) between HC Constable Precinct No. 4 and Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council-Regional Police Academy for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement vehicles, with authority for HC Constable Precinct No. 4 and County Judge to sign all required documentation.
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (4)(B) discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Vehicles as listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein including authority to remove said property from the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3)(A) requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ILA) between HC Constable Precinct No. 4 and Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council-Regional Police Academy for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement vehicles, with authority for HC Constable Precinct No. 4 and County Judge to sign all required documentation.
I.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-95414
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Professional Engineering Services' final negotiated agreement (C-24-0180-05-28) with Chanin Engineering, LLC, for the Hidalgo County Health Department "ARPA-22-340-055 – Professional Engineering Services – Hidalgo County COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts & ARPA-22-340-052 Professional Engineering Services – Hidalgo County COVID-19 Testing Efforts", as ranked & approved by CC (05/14/24, AI-95268 & AI-95338)
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, with an estimated cost of $39,000.00, as submitted by Chanin Engineering, LLC, through Hidalgo County's Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-24-24-0180-05-28/ARPA-22-340-055/ARPA-22-340-052) to provide Professional Engineering Services for the "ARPA-22-340-055 – Professional Engineering Services – Hidalgo County COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts & ARPA-22-340-052 Professional Engineering Services – Hidalgo County COVID-19 Testing Efforts"
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, with an estimated cost of $39,000.00, as submitted by Chanin Engineering, LLC, through Hidalgo County's Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-24-24-0180-05-28/ARPA-22-340-055/ARPA-22-340-052) to provide Professional Engineering Services for the "ARPA-22-340-055 – Professional Engineering Services – Hidalgo County COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts & ARPA-22-340-052 Professional Engineering Services – Hidalgo County COVID-19 Testing Efforts"
2.
AI-95375
Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Agreement between HC and Coastal Bend Regional Advisory Council (CBRAC) to outline the responsibilities of each party in the area of Healthcare Preparedness Capabilities.
J.
WIC
1.
AI-95389
Requesting approval of Program Letter of Agreement between HC WIC Program and South Texas Health System GME Consortium for a Family Medicine Residency Program at the Lactation Care Center RGV, with authority for the Site Director or the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
K.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-95424
Requesting approval to purchase portable radio equipment through HC's membership with Houston-Galveston Area Council Cooperative Purchasing Program (HGAC Contract No. RA05-21), from Motorola Solutions, Inc., in the total amount of $139,961.84
2.
AI-95367
Requesting approval to enter into a five (5) year subscription agreement for Cloud Services via Asset Essentials (Computerized Maintenance Management System) through HC's membership with OMNIA Partners (Contract No. R210702) from Brightly Software, Inc. in the total amount of $347,969.80
L.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-95309
A. Requesting approval to award contract to Purpose Driven Polygraph Investigative Consultants LLC, the qualified sole responsive bidder, for "Polygraph Examiner" (C-24-0102-05-28).
B. Pursuant to Article 4.14 of the Legal Notice, requesting authority to waive minor technicalities for submission requirements to RFB received.
B. Pursuant to Article 4.14 of the Legal Notice, requesting authority to waive minor technicalities for submission requirements to RFB received.
25.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation, discussion and possible action for 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
4) Update on ongoing ARPA Projects
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
4) Update on ongoing ARPA Projects
B.
AI-95385
Discussion, consideration, and action on appointment of Hidalgo County representative and alternate to the RGV-MPO Technical Advisory Committee.
26.
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.
AI-95492
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding termination of its participation in the Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement with the City of Penitas, Texas and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Penitas, Texas.
D.
AI-95364
Cause #C-2118-24-F; Claudia Ovalle individually and as heir of the Estate of Rigo Mendez, deceased et al v Jose Avitia, et al
E.
AI-95345
Cause #CL-23-1067-E; Nancy Leonila Rosales, et al. vs. Hidalgo County, Texas
F.
AI-95494
Cause No.: CL-21-2055-G; Fabiana Carlos v. Hidalgo County, Texas
G.
AI-95467
Cause No.: C-0807-23-C; Jose L. Gomez vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas
H.
AI-95498
Cause #C-4630-22-C; Irvin Gonzalez, et al. vs. Hidalgo County
I.
AI-95465
Claim of Enrique Garcia Cardenas
J.
AI-95371
Claim of Luis Ibarra
K.
AI-95393
Claim of Ruben Gonzalez
27.
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)
28.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-95493
Discussion and possible action for Hidalgo County to discontinue tax increment payments, terminate its participation in Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Penitas, Texas, and otherwise terminate its participation in the Amended and Restated Interlocal Agreement.
D.
AI-95365
Cause #C-2118-24-F; Claudia Ovalle individually and as heir of the Estate of Rigo Mendez, deceased et al v Jose Avitia, et al
E.
AI-95346
Cause #CL-23-1067-E; Nancy Leonila Rosales, et al. vs. Hidalgo County, Texas
F.
AI-95495
Cause No.: CL-21-2055-G; Fabiana Carlos v. Hidalgo County, Texas
G.
AI-95468
Cause No.: C-0807-23-C; Jose L. Gomez vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas
H.
AI-95501
Cause #C-4630-22-C; Irvin Gonzalez, et al. vs. Hidalgo County
I.
AI-95466
Claim of Enrique Garcia Cardenas
J.
AI-95372
Claim of Luis Ibarra
K.
AI-95394
Claim of Ruben Gonzalez
29.
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
30.
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
31.
Adjourn