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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING FEBRUARY 4, 2025 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:
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-98026
Proclamation declaring February 2025 as Young Hearts Matter Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
B.
AI-97986
Proclamation declaring February 1st as National Read Aloud Day
C.
AI-98249
Approval of Proclamation recognizing February 4, 2025 as World Cancer Day.
D.
AI-98087
Requesting approval of a Resolution in support of "Walking Southern Roads To Freedom" taking place from March 3 - March 9, 2025
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Wide:
A.
AI-98252
Conduct a public hearing to consider the proposed creation of Hidalgo County Emergency Service District No. 5 pursuant to Chapter 775 of the Texas Health and Safety Code
B.
AI-98254
Conduct a public hearing to consider the proposed creation of Hidalgo County Emergency Service District No. 6 pursuant to Chapter 775 of the Texas Health and Safety Code
C.
AI-98255
Discussion, consideration, and possible action on petition to create Hidalgo County Emergency Services District No. 5, grant petition and call election as authorized under Chapter 775 of the Texas Health and Safety Code.
D.
AI-98256
Discussion, consideration, and possible action on petition to create Hidalgo County Emergency Services District No. 6, grant petition and call election as authorized under Chapter 775 of the Texas Health and Safety Code
8.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-98250
Discussion, consideration, and approval to submit the grant application for the Hazard Mitigation grant program DR-4781 - April/May severe storm and flooding.
B.
AI-98251
Discussion, consideration, and approval to submit the grant application for the Hazard Mitigation grant program DR-4798 - Hurricane Beryl.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-98241
Sheriff's Office - D.O.J. (1229):
Requesting approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $30,000.00 needed for the purchase of new cloud-based software to help automate open source intelligence investigations for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
Requesting approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $30,000.00 needed for the purchase of new cloud-based software to help automate open source intelligence investigations for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
B.
AI-98213
Sheriff's Office - FY26 Operation LoneStar Application:
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2026 Operation Lone Star Application Grant from the Office of the Governor (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of September 01, 2025 to August 31, 2026.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY2026 Operation Lone Star Application Grant to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the grant application and all related documents under e-grants.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2026 Operation Lone Star Application Grant from the Office of the Governor (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of September 01, 2025 to August 31, 2026.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY2026 Operation Lone Star Application Grant to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the grant application and all related documents under e-grants.
C.
AI-98231
Sheriff's Office - FY 2026 State Crisis Intervention Grant
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2026 State Crisis intervention Grant from the Office of the Governor(CJD), through e-grants for the period of October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY2026 State Crisis intervention Grant to designate Co. Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the grant application and all related documents under e-grants
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2026 State Crisis intervention Grant from the Office of the Governor(CJD), through e-grants for the period of October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY2026 State Crisis intervention Grant to designate Co. Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the grant application and all related documents under e-grants
D.
AI-98238
Sheriff's Office - MOU HCSO & South Texas Independent School PD
Approval and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign MOU between HCSO & South Texas Independent School P.D. with the purpose of establishing reasonable communication and coordination efforts between the department and the agencies.
Approval and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign MOU between HCSO & South Texas Independent School P.D. with the purpose of establishing reasonable communication and coordination efforts between the department and the agencies.
E.
AI-98225
Sheriff's Office - FY2026 Criminal Justice Grant
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2026 Criminal Justice Grant from the Office of the Governor (CJD), through e-grants for the period of October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY2026 Criminal Justice Grant to designate Co. Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the grant application and all related documents under e-grants
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2026 Criminal Justice Grant from the Office of the Governor (CJD), through e-grants for the period of October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2026.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY2026 Criminal Justice Grant to designate Co. Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for Co. Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the grant application and all related documents under e-grants
10.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-98247
Constable Pct 1 -Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Ratification of the submission, authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2024 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 01, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to certify and e-sign the application form and related documents under e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for the FY 2024 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) to designate Judge Richard F. Cortez as grantee's Authorized Official and to sign required documents.
1. Ratification of the submission, authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2024 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 01, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to certify and e-sign the application form and related documents under e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for the FY 2024 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) to designate Judge Richard F. Cortez as grantee's Authorized Official and to sign required documents.
B.
AI-98192
Approval of 2025 appropriation of funds into the Constable Pct. 1 CCP59 from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $66,436.00 to fund operating expenditures.
11.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-98220
Constable Pct. 2 - FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant Program (OLS) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant Program with the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) through e-grants.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign application under e-grants as authorized official.
3. Approval of resolution for FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Grant Period: September 01, 2025 to August 31, 2026).
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant Program with the Office of the Governor Public Safety Office Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) through e-grants.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign application under e-grants as authorized official.
3. Approval of resolution for FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Grant Period: September 01, 2025 to August 31, 2026).
12.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-98145
Presentation and discussion of the 2024 Racial Profiling Report by Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3 Department, in accordance with Article 2B.0055 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
13.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-98240
Constable Pct. 4 - FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant Program (OLS):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY26 Operation Lone Star Grant Program (OLS) (09-01-2025 to 08-31-2026) with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Dicision through e-grants.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2026 OLS Grant to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application and all related documents under e-grants as authorized official.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY26 Operation Lone Star Grant Program (OLS) (09-01-2025 to 08-31-2026) with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Dicision through e-grants.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2026 OLS Grant to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application and all related documents under e-grants as authorized official.
14.
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-98201
Approval to appoint Saul A. Barrera, student at Eastern Kentucky University, as an intern under the Hidalgo County Fire Marshal's Office for the period of 02/04/2025 - 05/30/2025.
C.
AI-98206
Public Defender (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 07 | 085-003 | 0028 | Public Defender III | 17 |
15.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-98147
Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application for the PHHS program in the amount of $125,000.00 for Fiscal Year 26.
16.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-98043
Discussion, consideration, and authorization for the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency to submit applications for the 2025 Senior Companion Program (SCP) in the amount of $557,534 and the 2025 Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) in the amount of $317,806 to the AmeriCorps Seniors. Grant submission deadline is March 27, 2025.
B.
AI-98008
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract #58950004424 for FY 2025 in the amount of $333,387.00, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
C.
AI-98261
1. 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.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract for Janitorial Services.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract for Janitorial Services.
17.
WIC:
A.
AI-98027
WIC (1292):
1. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Grant Contract HHS001503400008 for the contract period of FY26 - FY30, October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2030.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the contract and related documents.
1. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Grant Contract HHS001503400008 for the contract period of FY26 - FY30, October 1, 2025 to September 30, 2030.
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to DocuSign the contract and related documents.
18.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-98138
Approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of 9 streetlights for Cardinal Waves Subdivision located in Precinct # 3.
B.
AI-98195
2024 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Leases (Various Departments):
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund lease expenses.
2. Approval of 2024 appropriation of revenues and expenses to fund lease expenses.
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund lease expenses.
2. Approval of 2024 appropriation of revenues and expenses to fund lease expenses.
19.
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.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-98263
Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion and Amendment No.1 (AIA G704-2017) for the New Hidalgo County Courthouse Project (C-17-292A-03-27), as submitted by the Project Architect, HDR Architecture, Inc.; with authority for Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the Substantial Completion for Morganti Texas, Inc., including but not limited to applicable documentation.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-98259
Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated On-Call Professional Service Agreement (C-25-0058-02-04) with Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc., for projects located within Precinct No. 1, on an as-needed basis, as ranked and approved by CC (01/28/2025, AI-98143); with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-98215
Requesting approval of the best and final negotiated offer meeting all requirements and specifications for "Emergency Ambulance Services for Precinct No. 1" (C-24-0315-02-04) with Skyline EMS Inc.
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-98217
Requesting approval of the best and final negotiated offer meeting all requirements and specifications for "Emergency Ambulance Services for Precinct No. 3" (C-24-0396-02-04) with Skyline EMS Inc.
D.
IT Department
1.
AI-98093
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(A), items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or monopolies;
B. Acceptance and approval of the "Sole Source Declaration" for CivicPlus, LLC, for CivicEngage and associated product and service package, to be utilized by HC IT Department, with said declaration to remain in effect while the declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
C. Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year CivicEngage Renewal Plan Subscription with CivicPlus, LLC in the total amount of $44,086.90
B. Acceptance and approval of the "Sole Source Declaration" for CivicPlus, LLC, for CivicEngage and associated product and service package, to be utilized by HC IT Department, with said declaration to remain in effect while the declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
C. Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year CivicEngage Renewal Plan Subscription with CivicPlus, LLC in the total amount of $44,086.90
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-98193
Requesting approval to award primary contract to Ric Brown Family Funeral Home Inc. (C-24-0320A-02-04) and secondary contract to JDL Mortuary Services LLC (C-24-0320B-02-04) as the lowest responsive bidders for "Dead Body Pickup and Transport Services".
20.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion and possible action of 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-98248
Discussion, consideration and approval of the 2025 service agreement between Hidalgo County and Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA).
C.
AI-98208
Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the 5-year PHA Plan (2025-2029) and the 2025 Annual PHA Plan Certification to be submitted by the Hidalgo County Housing Authority as required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
D.
AI-98228
1. Approval of Commercial Contract for the purchase of property located at 105 E. Dawson St., Edinburg, TX, (Jackson Heights Subdivision Lots 1-6) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue earnest money check to Edwards Abstract & Title Company in the amount of $25,000.00 after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
2. Authority for County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the closing and all other documents related to the purchase.
3. Authority for County Treasurer to issue check(s) for property purchase via wire transfer or check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
2. Authority for County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the closing and all other documents related to the purchase.
3. Authority for County Treasurer to issue check(s) for property purchase via wire transfer or check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
E.
AI-98202
Approval to accept a settlement check from the Texas Department of Public Safety in the amount of $5,336.55 to settle an auto accident claim with a County vehicle. (Precinct #4)
21.
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-98232
Cause No.2025-FSC-00007; Model Laundry, LLC v. Hidalgo County
D.
AI-98229
Pending and/or potential litigation - Review and consultation with Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office DOI: 12/15/24
E.
AI-98196
Hidalgo County vs. Alicia Rodriguez Magana
22.
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)
23.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-98233
Cause No.2025-FSC-00007; Model Laundry, LLC v. Hidalgo County
D.
AI-98230
Pending and/or potential litigation - Review and consultation with Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office DOI: 12/15/24
E.
AI-98200
Hidalgo County vs. Alicia Rodriguez Magana
24.
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
25.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
26.
Adjourn