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CONSENT AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING NOVEMBER 12, 2024 10:00 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Courthouse Annex III Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote.
1.
AI-97314
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-97315
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-97285
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Mission 2023-2024 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $4,521,514.19 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Mission, Hidalgo County, and the Tax Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Mission.
C.
AI-97141
Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters.
D.
AI-97142
Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports.
3.
2024 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-97212
2024 - Adult Probation MDWI Court Grant (1289)
B.
AI-97213
2024 - Adult Probation Youthful Offender Court Grant (1289)
C.
AI-97309
2024 - Adult Probation (1289) Youthful Offender Court Grant
4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-97358
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)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
5.
County Treasurer:
A.
AI-97379
Hidalgo County 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report
6.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-97360
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2024 October
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-97362
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,636,827.93 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 10/17/2024 to 10/31/2024:
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
| 10/17/2024 - 10/23/2024 | $770,449.91 |
| 10/24/2024 - 10/30/2024 | $858,826.83 |
| 10/31/2024 | $7,551.19 |
| Total | $1,636.827.93 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
B.
AI-97281
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 10/16/2024 - 10/31/2024 in the amount of $63,713.36 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 10/16/2024 - 10/31/2024 in the amount of $63,713.36 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
8.
Health & Human Services:
A.
AI-97344
Acknowledgment of the request made by the City of San Juan, Texas, for the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department to conduct Food Establishment Inspections within its municipal jurisdiction and execution of the same in accordance with chapter 437 of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department Environmental Health Division Rules for Regulation of Food Establishments in the Unincorporated Areas of Hidalgo County.
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-97374
Planning Department:
Requesting approval to pay two (2) TFMA/CFM Memberships for Certified Floodplain Manager for Anthony Uresti and Fernando Garza payable to TFMA in the total amount of $570.00 for both applicants with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Requesting approval to pay two (2) TFMA/CFM Memberships for Certified Floodplain Manager for Anthony Uresti and Fernando Garza payable to TFMA in the total amount of $570.00 for both applicants with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
B.
AI-97365
Planning Department:
Requesting approval to renew one (1) 2025 TFMA/CFM Membership for (Certified Floodplain Manager) Member: Cynthia Hernandez in the amount of $100.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Requesting approval to renew one (1) 2025 TFMA/CFM Membership for (Certified Floodplain Manager) Member: Cynthia Hernandez in the amount of $100.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
C.
AI-97272
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay for Advanced Fire Marshal Certification application for Eric L. Sanchez 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.
Requesting approval to pay for Advanced Fire Marshal Certification application for Eric L. Sanchez 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.
D.
AI-97296
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) annual membership services in the amount of $225.00 for Marshal Homero Garza with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) annual membership services in the amount of $225.00 for Marshal Homero Garza with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
E.
AI-97262
CRIM DA (1100):
Requesting approval to pay the State Bar of Texas membership dues for Assistant District Attorneys employed at the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office in the amount of $98.00/each (REQs: 504985, 504986 & 504988), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay the State Bar of Texas membership dues for Assistant District Attorneys employed at the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office in the amount of $98.00/each (REQs: 504985, 504986 & 504988), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-97409
Various Departments (1100 / 1282 / 1290):
Approval of the following change in funding sources as listed on "Exhibit A".
Approval of the following change in funding sources as listed on "Exhibit A".
B.
AI-97257
Various Departments (1100 / 1200 / 1281 / 1290):
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2025:
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2025:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 121-005 | 0012 | Community Resource Center Coordinator | 09/01 | $39,833.00 | 09/02 | $41,227.00 | 10/28/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Demotion) | 080-017 | 0020 | Court Advocate | 08/01 | $36,882.00 | 08/05 | $42,323.00 | 11/04/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Demotion) | 330-001 | 7021 | Clerk I | 01/08 | $27,040.00 | 01/10 | $28,966.00 | 11/04/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 115-215 | 0003 | Licensed Vocational Nurse II | 11/01 | $46,462.00 | 11/02 | $48,088.00 | 11/11/2024 |
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. 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-97363
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to approve Morganti Texas, Inc. Payment Application No. 71, with authority for the County Treasure to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor and to issue a manual check if applicable.
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-97385
A. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 for the "Sunset Hill Park Pavilion Project" to include sub-consultant MEP Engineering services in the amount of $9,000.00
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the agreement (C-22-0013-03-08), requesting authority for Chanin Engineering, LLC to engage subcontractor Trinity MEP Engineering, LLC.
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the agreement (C-22-0013-03-08), requesting authority for Chanin Engineering, LLC to engage subcontractor Trinity MEP Engineering, LLC.
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-97388
Requesting the declaration of a public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art 3. Sec 52 for the purpose of purchasing materials, supplies, apparel, recognition items, and all other items deemed necessary for the Precinct 2 Strong Fit Program.
2.
AI-97349
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 22 in the amount of $60,730.42 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.
3.
AI-97305
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#2) | 10/31/24 | 11329887 | $9,045.44 | 796794 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 10/31/24 | 11329888 | $22,127.96 | 795673 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv. Prj. (WA#3) | 10/31/24 | 11329889 | $1,040.30 | 862757 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 10/31/24 | 11329901 | $6,600.00 | 853336 |
4.
AI-97263
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice No. 20443 in the amount of $13,413.24 submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC to provide design, geo-technical, construction material testing, and construction phase services under Contract No. C-24-0150-05-28 (WA#1) for the McAllen Health Clinic Improvement Project.
5.
AI-97395
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services provided for Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date |
Invoice # |
Amount | PO# |
| Las Milpas Road Project (WA#2) | 11/08/24 | 20445 | $3,343.86 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project (WA#2) ARPA-21-122-040 | 11/08/24 | 20446 | $78,974.22 | 861129 |
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-97350
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the construction contract for "Liberty Blvd. Project (US83 to Mile 3 Rd.)" (C-24-0148-05-29-10) between HC and IOC Company, LLC to amend the liquidated damages rate from $500 per calendar day to $1,180.00 as specified in the solicitation packet.
2.
AI-97370
Requesting approval of the following request for payment (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, Sames, Inc.
| Payment No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 1 | 09/25/2024 | Liberty Blvd. (US 83 to Mile 3) | 886756 | $52,378.82 |
3.
AI-97313
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.;
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329890 | 10-31-2024 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 & 868314 | $3,000.00 |
| 11329891 | 10-31-2024 | Los Ebanos WA #1 | 873046 | $52,420.80 |
| 11329894 | 10-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #2 | 700240 | $900.00 |
| 11329895 | 10-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $13,100.00 |
| 11329902 | 10-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #4 | 735736 | $2,700.00 |
4.
AI-97329
Requesting approval to process the following invoices as submitted by ERO Architects and Brownstone Consultants for services in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC (ARAP-22-123-075);
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 2024-261 | 10-31-2024 | 863852 | $3,720.50 |
| 4212295 | 11-01-2024 | 861908 | $5,909.45 |
5.
AI-97267
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 42 in the amount of $390,606.51 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23) as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering, LLC.
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-97382
1. Requesting authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court 10/15/2024 agenda item 97077, request for payment submitted by The 5125 Company Pay App 4 in the amount of $133,807.58 P.O. 869057.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of payment for Pay App 4 submitted by The 5125 Company in the amount of $133,807.51; NMD III Phase I SW Project, P.O. 869057 dated 9/16/2024.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of payment for Pay App 4 submitted by The 5125 Company in the amount of $133,807.51; NMD III Phase I SW Project, P.O. 869057 dated 9/16/2024.
2.
AI-97383
Requesting acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment:
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | P.O. Number | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 11/01/2024 | Precinct 4 CRC | Brownstone | 884786 | 1064 | $9,084.45 |
| 11/01/2024 | HSIP 2023 Call | GDJ Engineering | 885315 | 2024-222 | $1,843.60 |
| 10/31/2024 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 868045 | 11329896 | $1,080.00 |
| 10/31/2024 | FM1925 WA#4 | L&G Engineering | 864922 | 11329897 | $8,100.00 |
| 10/31/2024 | Mile 5 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 808447 | 11329898 | $617.71 |
3.
AI-97390
Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project payment application listed below for processing and payment;
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | ARPA Project Number | P.O. Number | Payment Application | Invoice Amount |
| 11/07/2024 | Tex-Mex SW Project | Rene Guerra & Son Hauling | 22-124-047 | 875786 | 6 | $22,800.00 |
4.
AI-97377
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 5 in the amount not to exceed $15,240.00, 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 HC Facilities Management Workshop Warehouse.
F.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-97310
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
| Vendor Name | Tasks | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 10/31/2024 | 11329905 | $12,599.76 | 874949 |
G.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-97336
Requesting approval to enter into two (2), sixty (60) month lease agreements 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 $1,937.66 with authority for HC Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Quantity | Year | Make | Model | Total Monthly Payment | Status |
| 1 | 2024 | Ford | F-150 4X4 5.5 ft. box | $968.83 | In-Stock |
| 1 | 2024 | Ford | F-150 4X4 6.5 ft. box | $968.83 | In-Stock |
H.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-97260
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, for the "[ARPA-23-115-341] Hidalgo County Public Facilities Survey and Maintenance Services" to extend the termination date of the agreement (C-23-0120-11-28).
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-97353
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health Department "Minor Pulmonary Lab Remodel," with the final payment of $28,599.53, with authority for Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Chief Administrative Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-97347
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by Brownstone Consultants for construction project management services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Health Clinic Project.
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 1 | 853570 | 4212297 | 11/01/2024 | $8,864.19 |
3.
AI-97346
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by ERO Architects for architectural services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Project.
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 853720 | 2024-260 | 10/31/2024 | $2,296.87 |
J.
HIDTA - Task Force:
1.
AI-97258
Requesting approval to upgrade Sixteen (16) Cell Phones and Service Plans through HC's membership with State of Texas Department of Information Resources (Contract No. DIR-TELE-CTSA-003) from Verizon Communications Inc, in the total amount of $8,453.90
K.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-97341
Requesting approval to purchase X-Ray Service and Repairs at Adult Detention Center, from MXR Imaging Inc, in the total amount of $450.00