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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING MARCH 18, 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-98712
Proclamation for the Medal of Valor for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Deputy Mike Aleman
6.
Open Forum
7.
Economic Development:
A.
AI-98754
Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of the creation of the Hidalgo County Economic Development Promotion and Advertisement Program, as authorized under Section 381.004(b)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code.
B.
AI-98771
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of the Hidalgo County Economic Development State of the County Initiative, under the Hidalgo County Economic Development Promotion and Advertisement Program, as authorized under Section 381.004(b)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code.
2. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of the 2025 Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and Rio Plex, Inc.
2. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of the 2025 Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and Rio Plex, Inc.
8.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-98657
1. Ratification of the submission, authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant with the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026.
2. Approval of Resolutions for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Application Grant to designate County Judge Richard F. Cortez as grantee's Authorized Official and to sign required documents.
3. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to certify and e-sign the applications form and related documents under e-grants.
2. Approval of Resolutions for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Application Grant to designate County Judge Richard F. Cortez as grantee's Authorized Official and to sign required documents.
3. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to certify and e-sign the applications form and related documents under e-grants.
B.
AI-98701
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor for the OEM - GLO-Local Hazard Mitigation Plan grant in the amount of $100,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
9.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-98665
DA's Title IV-E (1100):
1. Approval of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services grant contract HHS0015827.
2. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
3. Approval for the County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Contract (Form 2282)
b. Budget (Form 2030)
c. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act form (FFATA) (Form 4734)
d. Signature Authority Designation (Form 2031)
e. Assurances (Form SF 424B)
1. Approval of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services grant contract HHS0015827.
2. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
3. Approval for the County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Contract (Form 2282)
b. Budget (Form 2030)
c. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act form (FFATA) (Form 4734)
d. Signature Authority Designation (Form 2031)
e. Assurances (Form SF 424B)
B.
AI-98745
District Attorney's Office - Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education (LEOSE)(1220):
Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2025 LEOSE allocation to the District Attorney's Office in the total amount of $2,931.59 from the State Comptroller and approval to appropriate same.
Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2025 LEOSE allocation to the District Attorney's Office in the total amount of $2,931.59 from the State Comptroller and approval to appropriate same.
10.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-98693
FBI Task Force Officer (1281):
Requesting approval to ratify action taken on CC 3/4/25 - AI#98481 to correct grant period from (3/4/25 - 9/30/25) to ( 10/01/24 - 9/30/25) for funding agreement from the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) for FY 2025 including approval to pay straight time instead of banking extra duty hours from 10/01/2024 - 9/30/25 to FBI TFO assigned from Hidalgo County DA's Office.
Requesting approval to ratify action taken on CC 3/4/25 - AI#98481 to correct grant period from (3/4/25 - 9/30/25) to ( 10/01/24 - 9/30/25) for funding agreement from the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) for FY 2025 including approval to pay straight time instead of banking extra duty hours from 10/01/2024 - 9/30/25 to FBI TFO assigned from Hidalgo County DA's Office.
B.
AI-98739
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the five (5) part SF424 Application Form related to the ONDCP High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Program FY 2026 (HIDTA) with authority for County Judge to sign required documentation.
Application includes the following:
1. SF 424 General Application
2. SF 424A Budget Information Non Construction Programs
3. SF 424A GG Lobbying Form
4. SF 424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs
5. SF 424 Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the five (5) part SF424 Application Form related to the ONDCP High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Program FY 2026 (HIDTA) with authority for County Judge to sign required documentation.
Application includes the following:
1. SF 424 General Application
2. SF 424A Budget Information Non Construction Programs
3. SF 424A GG Lobbying Form
4. SF 424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs
5. SF 424 Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
11.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-98762
1. Authorization and approval of renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), San Antonio Field Office (SNA), Port Isabel Detention Center (PIDC), and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office with regard to certain emergency situations.
2. Authorization for County Sheriff to sign documents.
2. Authorization for County Sheriff to sign documents.
B.
AI-98622
1. Authorization and Approval to purchase two (2) new cell phone line addition through the County's membership/participation with Contract DIR-TELE-CTSA-002 with AT&T. (Requisition#'s 501138, 501193 )
2. Authorization and approval to activate the following cell phone plan. Basic Unlimited Voice, Data with Text Service for two (2) cell phone @ a monthly rate of $40.99.
2. Authorization and approval to activate the following cell phone plan. Basic Unlimited Voice, Data with Text Service for two (2) cell phone @ a monthly rate of $40.99.
C.
AI-98722
Sheriff's L.E.O.S.E. (Fund 1220)
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the 2025 L.E.O.S.E. allocation payment of $93,514.81 received from the State Comptroller of Public Accounts.
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2025 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation in the amount of $93,514.81.
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the 2025 L.E.O.S.E. allocation payment of $93,514.81 received from the State Comptroller of Public Accounts.
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2025 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation in the amount of $93,514.81.
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-98647
Approval to appoint Melina M. Santana, student at Denver University, as an intern under the Hidalgo County Domestic Relations Office for the period of 03/24/2025 - 08/20/2025.
C.
AI-98648
Parks Pct. 2 (1100):
Approval to create six (6) temporary part-time positions, beginning 05/19/2025 through 08/10/2025:
Approval to create six (6) temporary part-time positions, beginning 05/19/2025 through 08/10/2025:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Hourly Rate |
| Create | 122-008 | T069 | Head Lifeguard | $17.00 |
| Create | 122-008 | T070 - T072 | Lifeguard | $14.00 |
| Create | 122-008 | T073 - T074 | Attendant | $14.00 |
D.
AI-98649
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:
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:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 5 | 080-002 | 0179 | Assistant District Attorney III | 05 |
| Discretionary Step 4 | 080-002 | 0149 | Assistant District Attorney II | 03 |
| Discretionary Step 3 | 080-002 | 0208 | Assistant District Attorney II | 03 |
E.
AI-98660
Health - CPS-PHIG (1293):
Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 03/24/2025:
Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 03/24/2025:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-085 | 0011 | System Support Specialist I | 09 |
F.
AI-98715
Jail (1100):
Approval to extend the following full-time temporary positions beginning 04/08/2025 through 12/31/2025 as follows:
Approval to extend the following full-time temporary positions beginning 04/08/2025 through 12/31/2025 as follows:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Rank |
| Extend | 280-002 | T530 - T534 | Detention Officer | 01 |
G.
AI-98723
Facilities Management (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 # | Current Position Title | Current Grade | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Grade |
| Title Change | 220-001 | 0056 | Maintenance III | 07 | Crew Leader I | 07 |
H.
AI-98636
JP Pct 3/ Pl 2 (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 # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 066-001 | 0003 | Assistant Court Coordinator (JP) | 09 |
| Create | 066-001 | 0010 | Clerk IV | 07 |
I.
AI-98720
Child Protective Court (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 | 055-001 | 0002 | Administrative Assistant III | 08 |
J.
AI-98782
Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
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 | 122-006 | 0133 | Equipment Operator II | 08 |
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-98710
1. Public Hearing to consider public comments for revision to the Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Citizen Participation Plan.
2. Public Hearing to consider public comments regarding the Urban County Program's FY 2025 Annual Action Plan.
2. Public Hearing to consider public comments regarding the Urban County Program's FY 2025 Annual Action Plan.
B.
AI-98713
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2024 City of Palmview Street Improvement Funds.
3. Discussion, consideration and action requesting authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of B2Z Engineering, LLC for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2024 City of Palmview Street Improvement Project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2024 City of Palmview Street Improvement Funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| B2Z ENGINEERING, LLC | 94.66% | |
| SAMES, INC. | 91.33% | |
| L&G CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC | 84.33% |
3. Discussion, consideration and action requesting authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of B2Z Engineering, LLC for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2024 City of Palmview Street Improvement Project.
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-98669
Requesting approval to conduct immunization clinics at the consulates quarterly between March 18, 2025 to December 31, 2025 at no cost to the attendees.
B.
AI-98672
Requesting approval of the Tdap Coupon that allows a Tdap vaccine at no-cost to expecting WIC clients to be effective April 1, 2025.
C.
AI-98677
Requesting approval to submit the grant renewal application for the TB State and TB Federal FY 2026 programs. The award amounts are $916,443.00 with a local match of $183,289.00 for the TB State program and $427,128.00 with a local match of $85,431.00 for the TB Federal program.
D.
AI-98696
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $256,701.40 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program for the quarter of April to June 2024 and the appropriation of the same.
E.
AI-98664
Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to e-sign the IMM/LOCALS HHS001331300042, Amendment No. 3, and all related contract documents.
F.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-98615
- Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 7 UC Redistribution Payment and IGT in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 3/18/2025 and a settlement date of 3/19/2025.
- Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
- Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
15.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-98680
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the AmeriCorps Senior Companion Program (SCP) Application ID: 25SC271358 for the FY 2025 Federal Award: $557,534.00, State Award: $6,791.00, and County Match: $56,000.00. Funding period to begin on July 1, 2025.
B.
AI-98681
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the AmeriCorps Foster Grandparents Program (FGP) Application ID: 25SF271338 for the FY 2025 Federal Award: $317,806.00, State Award: $5,792.00, and County Match: $45,000.00. Funding period to begin on July 1, 2025.
C.
AI-98635
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the highest-ranking evaluation proposal scoring results for Air Diffusion Services and award the contract to Scentair for the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract for Air Diffusion Services with Scentair.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract for Air Diffusion Services with Scentair.
D.
AI-98729
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept Amendment #1 to the FY 2025 Community Service Block Grant Program (CSBG) Contract #61250004355 in the amount of $931,625.00, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
16.
WIC:
A.
AI-98721
WIC (1292):
1. Requesting approval to submit the Data Use Agreement / Security and Privacy Inquiry form.
2. Requesting for County Judge to sign the agreement.
1. Requesting approval to submit the Data Use Agreement / Security and Privacy Inquiry form.
2. Requesting for County Judge to sign the agreement.
17.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-98617
Requesting approval to submit the "Pro Rata Tobacco Settlement Distribution County Expenditure Statement - 2025" to the Department of State Health Services, and authorize the County Judge to execute the report.
18.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-98692
Requesting approval to name a 20' private road access easement that runs along and between a portion of Share 88, San Salvador Del Tule Grant, Hidalgo County, Texas, as per map recorded in Volume 10, Pages 58-60, Map Records of Hidalgo County, Texas, as Swaying Palm Service Road.
B.
AI-98661
Requesting approval to name a private 20' private road access easement along and between all of Lot 477, Amended Map of John H. Shary Subdivision, Hidalgo County, Texas, as per the map or plat Thereof Recorded in Volume 0, Page 17, Map Records of Hidalgo County, Texas as Solis Service Road as approved by 911 Services Division.
19.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-98741
Title IV-E Child Welfare Services (1100):
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #HHS000285000049) for October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #HHS000285000049) for October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)form
c. Signature Authority Designation Form 2031
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)form
c. Signature Authority Designation Form 2031
B.
AI-98700
Requesting to rescind action of the certification of revenues presented under AI-98519 part A. (24.E4.A)
C.
AI-98749
Approval to transfer $68,029.15 to Urban County to fund ineligible expenses related to the administration cost of several grants.
D.
AI-98751
2024 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Leases (Various Departments):
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund lease expenditures.
2. Approval of 2024 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund lease expenditures.
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund lease expenditures.
2. Approval of 2024 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund lease expenditures.
E.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-98689
Requesting approval of budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
F.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-98663
Pct.4 Rd Maint/Pct4 Drain Imprv Prj (1200):
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $200,045.10 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Raymondville Drainage Project and appropriation of the same.
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $200,045.10 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Raymondville Drainage Project and appropriation of the same.
2.
AI-98642
Supplemental Court Guardianship (1250):
Approval of 2025 appropriation of funds from the unassigned fund balance for the Supplemental Court Guardianship fund in the amount of $7,000.00 to fund legal services expenses.
Approval of 2025 appropriation of funds from the unassigned fund balance for the Supplemental Court Guardianship fund in the amount of $7,000.00 to fund legal services expenses.
3.
AI-98750
Approval of 2024 Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for various Capital Projects and appropriation of the same.
20.
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.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-98667
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a personal or professional service.
B. Acceptance and approval of a personal service agreement with Rio Consultants for Consulting Services related to Research and Development of the Legislative Agenda and General County Affairs.
B. Acceptance and approval of a personal service agreement with Rio Consultants for Consulting Services related to Research and Development of the Legislative Agenda and General County Affairs.
B.
Emergency Management
1.
AI-98752
Requesting authority to cease negotiations with the number-one-ranked firm, Kimber 1985, LLC, as previously approved by CC (11/26/24 AI 97499), and to reject bids received for (RFB No. 24-0379-11-05-09) "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operations Centers - Elsa" due to budget constraints.
2.
AI-98219
Requesting authority to cease negotiations with the number-one-ranked firm, Kimber 1985, LLC, as previously approved on CC (11/26/2024 AI 97492), and to reject bids received for (RFB No. 24-0395-11-15-09) "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operation Centers - Mission" due to budget constraints.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-98747
Requesting approval to purchase gym flooring, graphics, and installation services through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 737-24), from Rubber Flooring Systems, Inc. dba RFS Sports, in the total amount of $262,549.51
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-98773
Requesting approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment provided by RGV Construction, LLC, for "[ARPA-24-340-352] - Construction Manager at Risk for McAllen Health Center Improvement Project" project in the amount of $1,936,193.62; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
2.
AI-98785
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, SKO Elite Repair, LLC, through HC's membership with TIPS (JOC Contract# 24010402), for the "Aquiles Jaime Garza Park" project in the total amount of $83,081.94 with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment bonds.
E.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-98682
Requesting authority to reject proposals received for "Lease of Land for Dry Solar Farming" (RFP-23-0232-11-29-04).
2.
AI-98716
Requesting authority to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between HC and the Texas General Land Office and Veterans Land Board (GLO) for HC Precinct 3 to perform road resurfacing work at the Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery in Mission.
F.
IT Department
1.
AI-98699
Requesting approval to purchase Wi-Fi Annual Field Maintenance Services for HC IT Department, through HC's membership with Omnia Partners Cooperative (Contract No. 23-6692-03), from Insight Public Sector Inc., for the total amount of $530,081.00
G.
Community Service Agency
1.
AI-98697
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Agreement between HC and BIC Development Corporation for " Lease of Office Space-Edinburg Area" (C-22-0019-03-08), to increase the base rate to $1.35 per square foot.
H.
Tax Office
1.
AI-98668
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between HC and City of Peñitas to assist one another in multiple projects with equipment, materials, and manpower.
I.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-98662
Requesting approval to award contract to Calera Inc., dba Rio Grande Valley Mobile X-Rays, the qualified sole responsive bidder, for "Radiological Diagnostic & Related Mobile Services for Inmates" (C-25-0102-03-18).
2.
AI-98628
A. Pursuant to Texas LGC Chapter 263.151 (2)(B)(C)(D) and 263.152 (a)(2) requesting action to declare assets as listed in the "Asset Disposition List" as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition for use as "trade-ins" toward the acquisition of new handguns including the removal of said assets from the Department inventory list.
B. Requesting approval to purchase and Trade-in Handguns through HC's membership with Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA OD-402-24) from Botach Inc, in the total amount of $319,054.90
B. Requesting approval to purchase and Trade-in Handguns through HC's membership with Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA OD-402-24) from Botach Inc, in the total amount of $319,054.90
3.
AI-98706
Requesting approval to purchase Breaching Leatherhead Tools through HC's membership with Purchasing Cooperative of America (Contract No. PCA OD-402-24) from Botach Inc, in the total amount of $56,994.00
J.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-98651
Requesting approval to award contract to Terra Firma Materials, LLC, the qualified lowest responsive bidder, for "Lime Road Material and Services" (C-25-0040-03-18).
21.
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-98774
Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Edinburg, Texas concerning certain striping improvements to Edinburg Downtown Square SH 107 and US Business 281.
22.
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-98638
Cause No. CL-25-0819-I; Billion Dollar Group, LLC v County of Hidalgo
D.
AI-98640
Cause No. C-1156-24-C; Margarita Sanchez, et al v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
E.
AI-98763
Cause #C-0515-24-C; Santos Higinio Serrano Montalvo v. Hidalgo County
23.
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)
24.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-98639
Cause No. CL-25-0819-I; Billion Dollar Group, LLC v County of Hidalgo
D.
AI-98641
Cause No. C-1156-24-C; Margarita Sanchez, et al v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
E.
AI-98764
Cause #C-0515-24-C; Santos Higinio Serrano Montalvo v. Hidalgo County
25.
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
26.
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
27.
Adjourn