Proclamation for National Homelessness Awareness Month

Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and the Texas Department of Public Safety Statewide Interoperability Coordinator to maintain compliance requirements to receive grant funds for communications equipment from the Office of the Governor-2024 State Homeland Security Program.

Consideration, Discussion and possible action resetting the date for Public Hearing (Related to Consideration of the Los Prados Public Improvement District 2024-2025 Service and Assessment Plan, Adoption of the Proposed District 2024-2025 Assessment Roll, and Levying of Proposed Assessments within the District) to December 17, 2024, during that Regular Meeting of the Court scheduled to begin at 2:00 P.M., Directing Notice of such Public Hearing be Published and Mailed to Owners of Property Liable for Assessment in Accordance with Tex. Loc. Gov't Code § 372.016

HIDTA (1291):
Authorization and approval for certification of revenues and budget appropriation of insurance claim funds in the amount of $1,195.00.

HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Approval to accept FY2022 Reprogram request #1 from South Texas HIDTA for the FY2022 grant funds.

Sheriff-JLEO-U.S. Marshal Service (1284):
Approval of de-obligation of funds in the amount of $15.17 to reflect the correct amount in overtime funds in relation to the FY 2024 Joint Law Enforcement Operations Task Force with the U.S. Marshal Service.

1. Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code, Subchapter D-263.151(2)(A) &/or (B), declaration of Asset No: 76734 issued firearm [as further detailed in supporting documentation contained herein] as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition [as permitted by Gov't Code 614];
2. Pursuant to Gov't Code, Section 614, [permitting a peace officer retiring from a governmental entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court approve the value of Captain Gerardo Lopez's issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] at $107.25.

Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Gerardo Valdez and Cristina Sanchez as Deputy Constables by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.

Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Nancy Lee Salinas and Cosme Muniz as Deputy Constables by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Precinct 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.

Crim DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employees listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2025:

Action	Dept./Prg.	Slot #	Position Title	Grade
Discretionary Step 4	080-002	0120 & 0148	Assistant District Attorney II	15

Parks Pct 2 (1100)/ Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2025:

Action	Dept./Prg.	Slot #	Position Title	Grade
Change from Part-Time to Full-Time	122-008	0068	Athletic Trainer	09
Delete	122-006	0035	Maintenance III	07

Sanitation Pct 2 (1100):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2025:

Action	Dept./Prg.	Slot #	Position Title	Grade
Create	122-001	0021	Sanitation Attendant III	07

Sanitation Pct 3 (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective 01/01/2025:

Action	Dept./Prg.	Slot #	Position Title	Grade
Delete	123-001	0013 & 0016	Maintenance I	03
Create	123-001	0061 & 0062	Maintenance II	05

Urban County Program:
1. Discussion and action to appoint and/or employ the Hidalgo County Urban County Program Director effective December 16, 2024.

2. Approval and all appropriate actions to set the compensation for the Hidalgo County Urban County Program Director.

Resolution authorizing renewal of a Revolving Line of Credit with Lone Star National Bank of McAllen for the Urban County Program (UCP) with authority for the UCP to draw from such line of credit not to exceed $500,000.00.

Requesting approval of the Affiliation Agreement between The County of Hidalgo and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to add the Health & Human Services Public Health Laboratory as a clinical rotation site.

Requesting authorization to allow Facilities Management to apply for the Department of Energy's (DOE) Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) for building energy improvements in the amount of $357,000.00 and authorizing Mr. Oscar Villarreal to sign related documents.

Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the highest-ranking evaluation proposal scoring results for Janitorial Services and award the contract to A&M Office Cleaning & Janitorial Services for the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency. and authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract for Janitorial Services.

Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Evaluation Proposal Scoring Grid results for hosting the Access to Success Program Graduation at the highest scoring event center on December 12, 2024 and authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the event center contract.

1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Greener Pastures Mobile Home Ph. II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Amistad Finance LLC.) (Main Gate Drive & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:1
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Has been removed from ETJ of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Main Gate Drive and Corral Drive are paved.

2. Final Approval With Financial Guarantee
a. Villa Paraiso Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose Hernandez) (Minnesota Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 20 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road is paved and 3 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $5,159.00 for (Bus Stop & Regrading)

b. El Coyote Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Javier Esqueda) (La Homa Road & Mile 4 North Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Commercial
Flood Zone: X & "X" Shaded
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention.  Detention will ultimately outfall to an existing storm sewer system along La Homa Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, La Homa Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $6,500.00 for (1 Filling station)

c. Vista Bonita No. 16 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Santa Cruz Properties LTD.) (Alamo Road & Ramseyer Road)
No. of Lots: 29 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:7
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Has been removed from ETJ of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Ramseyer Road is paved and 2 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $6,000.00 for (4 for Filling stations)

d. Curve Crossing Subdivision- Pct. 4 (DII Management, LLC.) (Curve Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 6 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Curve Road and Texas Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Curve Road and Texas Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $9,000.00 for (6 OSSF'S)

e. Emerald Acres Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Evergreen Land & Properties, LLC.) (Eldora Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 48 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:11
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $72,000.00 for (48 OSSF'S)

1. Final Approval
a. Eduardo's No. 21 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Izaguirre Real Estate Holdings) (Mile 6 ½ North Road & Trosper Road)
No. of Lots: 62 Single FamilyFlood Zone: X & A
Number of Streetlights:12
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Has been removed from ETJ of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Alton.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ North Road is paved and 4 internal streets have been paved.

Requesting permission to apply for a Local Parks Grant from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.

Requesting approval of the first amendment to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and the County of Hidalgo, Texas, concerning drainage improvements as they relate to the Pct 2 Nolana Loop Road & Drainage Improvement Project (subject to final legal review and approval).

Pct 2 Cesar Chavez (Bus. 83-Ridge Road): 
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel  17 associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Ridge Road (ROW CSJ:0921-02-412), with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.

Requesting Approval of a Resolution in support of adopting a commercial lot located within Carmen Avila Phase V Subdivision located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4.

Public Defender TIDC MHDU - Texas Indigent Defense Commission Grant (1282):
1.  Approval to rescind action approved by Commissioners Court on October 29, 2024 (AI-97171) for Public Defender TIDC MHDU grant.
2.  Requesting approval for salaries and fringe benefits beyond the grant period of 9-30-2024 from the FY2022 TIDC MHDU Grant to be reclassified to the Public Defender's General Fund Account.

A. Approval of budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
B. Approval to rescind AI-97130 C and D previously approved on 10/29/2024, ARPA-24-110-355. 
C. Approval of Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mission with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the agreement (ARPA-24-110-355).
D. Approval of updated project description for the Hidalgo County Bio Safety Lab Efforts as presented in Exhibit A.

Pct. 3 Rd Maint (1200):
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $65,858.93 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Drainage District #1 for Mission Lateral Project and the Harvest Project and appropriation of the same.

Pct.4 Rd Maint/Pct4 Drain Imprv Prj (1200):
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $202,650.15 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Raymondville Drainage Project and appropriation of the same.

Library System:
Requesting approval to enter into a five (5) year software license agreement with an automatic one (1) year renewal through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Cooperative Contract No. 230904), from Insignia Software Corporation, in the total initial implementation amount of $118,400.00 and $71,000.00 per year for the locations listed.

Public Libraries	Location
Donna Public Library	301 S Main St, Donna, TX 78537
Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Library	434 S Ohio Ave, Mercedes, TX 78570
Elsa Public Library	711 Hidalgo St, Elsa, TX 78543
Sgt Fernando De La Rosa Memorial Library	416 N Tower Rd, Alamo, TX 78516
Hidalgo Public Library	710 Ramon Ayala Dr, Hidalgo, TX 78557
La Joya Municipal Library	201 Palm Shores, La Joya, TX 78560
Lark Branch Library	2601 Lark Ave, McAllen, TX 78504
Mayor Joe V Sánchez Public Library	525 S Kansas Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596
McAllen Public Library	4001 N 23rd St, McAllen, TX 78504
Palm View Branch Library	3401 Jordan Rd W, McAllen, TX 78503
Peñitas Public Library	1111 S Main St, Penitas, TX 78576
Pharr Memorial Library	121 E Cherokee Ave, Pharr, TX 78577
San Juan Memorial Library	1010 S Standard St, San Juan, TX 78589
Dustin Michael Sekula Memorial Library	1906 S Closner Blvd, Edinburg, TX 78539
Pharr Development and Research Center	850 W Dicker Rd, Pharr, TX 78577
Speer Memorial Library	801 E 12th St, Mission, TX 78572

Requesting approval of the best and final offer meeting all requirements and specifications for "Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan" (C-24-0252-11-26) with JNT Resource Partners, LP dba TCG Administrators.

Requesting authority to reject sole bid received for RFB No. 24-0386 "[ARPA-21-121-037] Pedestrian Bridge for the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Hike & Bike Trail", as bid received was over budget.

Requesting approval to purchase one (1) 2025 John Deere 6145M Tractor and Mid-Mount Boom Mower through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 706-23), from Tiger Mowers LLC, in the total amount of $248,440.82

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-23-124-346] Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 J-01 Stormwater Management Project"

Evaluated Firms	Terracon Consultants, Inc.	Rock Engineering & Testing Laboratory , LLC	ECS Southwest, 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

C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ________ for the "[ARPA-23-124-346] Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 J-01 Stormwater Management Project".

Requesting approval to award job order contractor, Renoworks, LLC., through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS JOC Contract No. 211001), for the "Precinct No. 4 San Manuel Emergency Services Facility Canopy Addition" project, in the amount not to exceed $325,650.00 (fee includes bonds), with the authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.

Requesting approval to award job order contractor SKO Elite Repair LLC through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS JOC Contract No. 24010402), for the "Hidalgo County Budget & Management Office Renovations", in the amount of $64,352.21 (fee includes bonds), with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment bond.

Requesting approval to purchase office cubicles through HC's membership with Buyboard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 667-22) from Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc., in the total amount of $144,880.76 for the ARPA Project No. ARPA-21-125-015

Requesting approval to enter into a five (5) year Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between HC and City of Alton for the implementation of scofflaw procedures for vehicle registration denial services, with authority for the HC Tax Assessor-Collector and the County Judge to sign all required documents.

Requesting approval to purchase Flock Safety License Plate Readers, Cameras and License Agreement through HC's membership with Omnia Partners (Contract No. 23-6692-03), from Insight Public Sector, Inc, in the total amount of $261,450.00

Requesting approval to award Job Order Contractor, Herrcon, LLC through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (JOC Contract No. 728-24), for the "Boiler Stainless Steel Lines" project in the amount of $77,835.63 with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment bond. 

A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of graded vendors submissions with the recommendation by the evaluation committee members for "[ARPA-23-330-344] Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility Project"; 

	All Valley Innovations Group LLC	RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors
Evaluator No. 1	2	1
Evaluator No. 2	2	1
Evaluator No. 3	2	1
Evaluator No. 4	1	2
Evaluator No. 5	2	1
Evaluator No. 6	2	1
Evaluator No. 7	2	1
Total	13	8
Rank

B. Requesting authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Construction agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked vendor, ________________, for "[ARPA-23-330-344] Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility Project".

Requesting approval to enter into a sixty (60) month software license agreement through HC's membership with HGAC Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. RP07-20) for the NICE Justice Cloud Service Subscription with NICE Systems, Inc. for the total amount of $1,021,792.00 with authority for the HC District Attorney or the County Judge to sign all required documents.

A. Presentation of the scoring grid (as attached herein) for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of graded vendors submissions with the recommendation by the evaluation committee members for "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operation Centers - Mission":

B. Requesting authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Construction agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked vendor,________________, for "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operation Centers - Mission".

A. Presentation of the scoring grid (as attached herein) for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of graded vendors submissions with the recommendation by the evaluation committee members for "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operation Centers Elsa"
B. Requesting authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Construction agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked vendor,________________, for "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operation Centers - Elsa".

A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of graded vendors submissions with recommendation by the evaluation committee members for "Financial Advisory Services" (RFP 24-0322-10-30-04)

Evaluated Vendors	TRB Capital Markets, LLC.	Hilltop Securities, Inc.
Evaluator No. 1	1	2
Evaluator No. 2	1	2
Evaluator No. 3	1	2
Evaluator No. 4	1	2
Evaluator No. 5	1	2
Total	5	10
Rank

B. Requesting approval by Commissioner's Court in order to proceed with negotiating with the No. 1 ranked vendor _______________________ to finalize an agreement for "Financial Advisory Services".

Discussion, consideration and action on Resolution and Official Ballot to cast votes for candidates for the 2025-2027 Appraisal District Board of Directors 

Approval to accept settlement check from SNAP Insurance Service, LLC in the amount of $1,291.95 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)

Deliberation regarding appointment, employment and duties of Urban County Program Director

Pending and/or potential litigation - Review and consultation with Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office DOI: 10/2/24

Request for waiver of possible conflict by attorney of the firm Locke Lord, LLP representing Hidalgo County in legal matters

Cause #C-1128-24-B; Alejandra De La Cruz v. Hidalgo County, Texas

Cause No. C-3224-24-H; Anabel Reyna Iracheta v. Oscar Iovany De Leon, County of Hidalgo, Texas, and Hidalgo County Head Start Program, Inc.

Claim of Robert Keppy

Claim of Efrain Castillo

Discussion, consideration and action on appointment/employment of Urban County Program Director 

Pending and/or potential litigation - Review and consultation with Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office DOI: 10/2/24

Request for waiver of possible conflict by attorney of the firm Locke Lord, LLP representing Hidalgo County in legal matters

Cause #C-1128-24-B; Alejandra De La Cruz v. Hidalgo County, Texas

Cause No. C-3224-24-H; Anabel Reyna Iracheta v. Oscar Iovany De Leon, County of Hidalgo, Texas, and Hidalgo County Head Start Program, Inc.

Claim of Robert Keppy

Claim of Efrain Castillo