1.
AI-96444
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-96445
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-96502
Approval to release the County's audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Single Audit, and Management Letter for the year ended December 31, 2023.
C.
AI-96331
Discussion, consideration and approval to process payment for tax year 2023 in the amount of $237,443.73 to HEB Grocery Company pursuant to the Economic Development Agreement between the City of Weslaco, Hidalgo County, and HEB Grocery Company.
D.
AI-96438
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "The Shoppes 2023-2024 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $318,109.07 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Edinburg.
E.
AI-96529
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of McAllen 2023-2024 TIRZ #1 Tres Lagos- payment, in the amount of $1,193,329.84 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of McAllen, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of McAllen.
F.
AI-96441
Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters.
G.
AI-96442
Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports.
H.
AI-96544
Pursuant to Local Government Code Section 114.023-114.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the months of January 2024 through June 2024.
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-96562
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
B.
AI-96517
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Tovar Espinosa Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Cesareo Tovar) (Mile 17 North Road & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 17 North Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, provided by the City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Mile 17 North Road is paved.
b. Pharr International Industrial Park Subdivision- Pct. 2 (FORTCO Properties, LTD.) (Las Milpas Road & San Juan Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Commercial
Flood Zone: C & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:20
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by constructing a new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Pharr.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
Paved: Yes, Anaya Road and San Juan Road are paved.1 internal Street to be paved.
4.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-96483
Approval of Proclamation honoring McAllen City Manager Roel "Roy" Rodriguez upon his retirement.
5.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-96469
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,478,221.09 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 08/08/2024 to 08/21/2024.
| 08/08/24 - 08/14/24 |
$797,900.25 |
| 08/15/24 - 08/21/24 |
$680,320.84 |
| TOTAL |
$1,478,221.09 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
B.
AI-96437
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 08/01/2024 - 08/15/2024 in the amount of $57,472.26 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
6.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-96479
| NO. |
ACCOUNT NUMBER |
PAYER |
AMOUNT |
| 1. |
J2120.00.000.0125.00 |
CORELOGIC CENTRALIZED REFUNDS |
$5,329.45 |
| 2. |
L3940.02.000.0016.00 |
MIDLAND LOAN SERVICES, A PNC RE BUSINESS |
$52,199.85 |
7.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-96489
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay Advanced Inspector Certification application in the amount of $85.00 and Advanced Investigator Certification application also in the amount of $85.00 for Liza Aguirre to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
B.
AI-96461
County Commissioners (1100):
Approval to pay 2024 membership dues to the Border Trade Alliance (BTA) in the amount of $10,000.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
C.
AI-96452
Public Defenders (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawayers association for seven (7) attorneys in the amount of $420 (Req# 00500699) with authority for County Treasures to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
D.
AI-96379
Urban County:
Requesting approval to process payment of the FY 2024-2025 National Community Development Association (NCDA) Region VI membership in the amount of $ 75.00
E.
AI-96510
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay Advanced Arson Investigator Certification Application for Oscar Lopez in the amount of $85.00 payable to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
F.
AI-96532
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval for requisition no. 501131 for 2024-2025 membership dues to the Texas Jail Association for Chief Steve Herrera in the amount of $30.00 after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
8.
Urban County:
A.
AI-96490
Requesting approval to purchase supplies for the BACTEC MGIT 230 Instrument from Becton, Dickinson Diagnostic Systems, a sole source for the Hidalgo County Health Facility project in the amount of $507.56
9.
IT Department:
A.
AI-96399
Authorization and approval to purchase new GPS devices with data service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-002 with AT&T MOBILITY for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: |
Qty: |
Description: |
| Constable Pct. 3 |
28 |
New GPS Data Service |
B.
AI-96443
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless service and equipment through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: |
Qty: |
Description: |
| WIC |
1 |
New Cell Service |
10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-96453
Various Departments (1100):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM |
TO |
| Action |
Dept/Prg. |
Slot |
Position Title |
G/S |
Budgeted Salary |
G/S |
Proposed Salary |
Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
220-001 |
0133 |
Custodian II |
03/04 |
$27,830.00 |
03/06 |
$29,812.00 |
08/12/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
340-002 |
0006 |
Health Inspector II |
09/05 |
$45,709.00 |
09/06 |
$47,309.00 |
08/12/2024 |
11.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(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-96244
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with MLG Protection Services for "Security Guard Services" (C-23-0108-09-26) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
2.
AI-96507
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with BLX Group, LLC for "Arbitrage Calculation Services"(C-23-0283-10-03) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
3.
AI-96568
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the following Potential Change Order (PCO 305) for Morganti Texas, Inc., including but not limited to applicable Change Orders;
| Description |
Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
PCO 305 (CPR 87) - Modesty Panel Extensions |
$29,991.00 |
B. Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to approve Morganti Texas, Inc. Payment Application No. 69, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor and to issue a manual check if applicable.
B.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-96563
A. Requesting acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC for the "Remote Operation Centers" project, in the amount of $34,000.00 to include Civil Engineering Services as part of the Scope of Work.
B. Pursuant to Article 1.1.11 of the AIA Document (B-101-2017) Standard Form of Agreement with International Consulting Engineers, requesting authority to engage subcontractors, CHLH Engineering, LLC.
C.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-96524
Requesting acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 41 in the amount of $29,684.90 submitted by Sam Engineering and Surveying for the Pct. #1 Mile 6 West Road (Mile 9 to Mile 11) project.
2.
AI-96525
Requesting approval to process payment for Invoice No. 1176 in the amount of $80,297.18 as submitted by S2 Engineering, PLLC for services rendered for Pct. 1 Hike & Bike Trail ARPA Project # ARPA-21-121-037.
3.
AI-96548
Requesting approval to pay Invoice No. 7001 in the amount of $115,231.73 for services rendered in connection with the ARPA Sunrise Hill Park Improvements ARPA Project # ARPA-24-121-362 as submitted by SKO Elite Repair, LLC.
D.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-96593
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "[ARPA-24-340-352] - Construction Manager at Risk for McAllen Health Center Improvement Project", with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary. Subject to legal approval.
2.
AI-96560
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 20 in the amount of $273,412.77 for Pct. 2 Las Milpas Road Project (ARPA-22-122-109) submitted by the contractor, George Olivares, dba Go Underground, LLC (Contract C-22-0094-09-06) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
E.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-96569
Requesting approval of Construction Change Directive No.1 in connection with the "Construction for [ARPA-22-123-075] - Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center & [ARPA-21-340-019] - El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvement Project" (C-23-0277-10-18-10) from contracted vendor, NM Contracting, LLC:
| Description |
Amount |
CPR 002R1 *Generator Substitution |
$10,100.00 |
CPR 003R2 *ASI 1 Changes for Septic Tank |
($10,000.00) |
| Total Amount for Change Directive No.1 |
$100.00 |
2.
AI-96485
Requesting approval to process the following payment application as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC for construction services in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC (ARPA-22-123-075) .
| Payment App. No. |
Date |
PO No. |
Amount |
| 6 |
7-23-2024 |
875396 |
$120,932.32 |
3.
AI-96466
Requesting approval to pay invoice for professional services as submitted by Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. for services in connection with the Precinct 3 El Paraiso Resource Center project (ARPA 22-123-075).
| Invoice Date |
Invoice No. |
Amount |
| 7-15-2024 |
12118 |
$4,760.00 |
4.
AI-96450
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application No. 003, in the amount of $53,334.85 for the Precinct 3 Park Improvement Project Veterans Memorial Pavilion, submitted by contractor 8/A Builders, LLC. (Contract No. C-24-0132-05-28).
5.
AI-96561
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 40 in the amount $130,531.93 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23) as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
F.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-96591
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project payment applications listed below.
| Invoice Date |
Project |
Vendor Name |
ARPA Project Number |
P.O. Number |
Payment Application # |
Invoice Amount |
| 08/29/2024 |
Tex Mex SW Project |
Rene Guerra & Son |
22-124-047 |
875786 |
4 |
$120,456.20 |
| 07/29/2024 |
Mile 17 SW Project |
RDH Site |
22-124-049 |
870199 |
4 |
$10,275.75 |
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of project invoice listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date |
Project |
Vendor Name |
P.O. Number |
Invoice Number |
Invoice Amount |
| 08/29/2024 |
HSIP |
CobbFendley |
880981 |
336421 |
$7,799.70 |
2.
AI-96557
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 3 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC, for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 "[ARPA-22-124-049] - Construction for Mile 17 Rd Stormwater Project" (C-22-0087-08-22-10), for a 21-day extension and a total project amount decrease of $22,085.00, as recommended by the Project Engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.
B. Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 "[ARPA-22-124-049] - Construction for Mile 17 Rd. Stormwater Project" (C-22-0087-08-22-10), as recommended by the Project Engineer, Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1
G.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-96484
Discussion, consideration and approval of payment for Invoice No. 1160051821 for July 2024 services submitted by HDR Architecture, Inc., in a total amount of $ 98,893.08 Architect for the New Courthouse Project and acknowledging that written notice was provided after the maximum amount of services was exceeded, as per Amendment 25, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed.
2.
AI-96283
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with UTRGV (University of Texas Rio Grande Valley) for the "Archaeology Community Engagement and Archaeological Research Program for the Pauper Cemetery" (C-21-082-09-07), under the same rates, terms and conditions.
H.
Budget & Management:
1.
AI-96577
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to a service contract between HC and Vertosoft LLC (C-24-0142-05-14) for "OpenGov Software Service Agreement" to include Professional Services Deployment in the total amount of $696.00
2.
AI-96448
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP and Perez Law Firm PLLC (Co-Bond Counsel) for "Bond Counsel Services" (C-22-0326-10-04) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
I.
Adult Probation:
1.
AI-96526
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Adult Probation's inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
2.
AI-96536
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Independent Audit Services" (RFP 24-0294) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
J.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-96465
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Tru Bleu Pure Water, LLC for "Bottled Water Services" (C-22-0319-09-06) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
2.
AI-96520
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Type D Hot Mix Asphalt (Gravel Only)" (RFB 24-0196) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
3.
AI-96530
Requesting approval to enter into two (2) sixty (60) month lease agreements to replace current countywide leased vehicles through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 240502), from Enterprise Fleet Management, for a total estimated monthly lease payment of $1,934.49 with authority for HC Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Quantity |
Year |
Make |
Model |
Total Monthly Payment |
| 1 |
2024 |
Ford |
Transit - 150 Cargo |
$954.72 |
| 1 |
2024 |
Ford |
Transit - 150 Cargo w/Partition |
$979.77 |
K.
County Clerk:
1.
AI-96501
Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Interlocal Agreement between HC and the Texas Department of Public Safety (C-11-158-06-14) to include additional terms and conditions.
L.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-96477
Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 1 to the professional service agreement between Hidalgo County and Gregorio Pina, III, Ph.D. (C-24-0201-07-09) to increase evaluation rates.
M.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-96542
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $11,880.00, as submitted by RO Engineering, PLLC., through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0493-01-09) to provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services required for Budget and Management Department Office Renovation.
2.
AI-96481
Requesting authority to ratify AI-94841, approved by HCCC on 04/16/2024, to reflect the correct price: "Requesting approval to purchase Metasys Building Automation Systems for various buildings through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Cooperative Contract No. 22010601), from Johnson Controls, Inc., in the total amount of $574,692.57"
N.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-96467
Requesting authority to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Agreement between HC and Methodist Health Care Ministries of South Texas, Inc. (C-21-0842-10-19) to extend the ILA for an additional three (3) year term under the same terms and conditions.
2.
AI-96509
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Health Department's inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
3.
AI-96512
Requesting approval to process the following payment application as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC for construction services in connection with the El Paraiso Health Clinic:
| PO # |
Application # |
Date |
Amount |
| 874037 |
06 |
07/23/2024 |
$120,258.00 |
O.
HIDTA - Task Force:
1.
AI-96523
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Luksa Enterprises LLC dba Landstar Telecom for "Telephone and Fax Services" (C-23-0265-07-25) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
P.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-96338
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with WEX Health, Inc. for "Online Enrollment and Benefit Administration System" (C-20-180-08-25) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
2.
AI-96541
Requesting authority for County Judge to sign additional supplemental documents from AccuSource, Inc. in connection to Addendum No. 1 to the Master Service Agreement (C-20-644-03-23) for Employee Screening for HR, approved by HCCC on 07/23/2024, AI-95860.
Q.
IT Department:
1.
AI-96158
Requesting authority to exercise the second one (1) year contract extension with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for "Law Enforcement Records Management Software" (C-22-0496-09-27) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
R.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-96535
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Arguindegui Oil Co. II, Ltd for "Bulk Gasoline-On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Miscellaneous Products" (C-23-0306-10-17) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
S.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-96439
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Fax Service Agreement with Copy Graphics, Inc for a Fax Machine (Brother 2820 Fax), in the total amount of $165.00 per year.
2.
AI-96533
Requesting authority to exercise a one (1) year contract extension with Bridgepoint Insurance Agency & Permit Center, LLC for "Full-Service Deputy Services" (C-20-063-09-21) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
T.
WIC:
1.
AI-96404
Requesting authority to ratify AI-95999, approved by HCCC on 07/23/2024, to reflect the correct product and price: "Wall Pack (3.0 Ton) A/C Unit" for Progreso WIC Clinic through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (Tips Contract No. 23010401) from Texas Chiller Systems, LLC for the total amount of $10,923.75