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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JULY 8, 2025
10:00 A.M.
                                          

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-99970
Approval of Proclamation declaring July 8th as Robert "Bobby" Calvillo Day.
 
6.
Open Forum
 
7.
Veterans Services:
 
A.
AI-99891
Veterans Services - TVC Housing for Texas Heroes Grant (1283): 
Approval of certification of revenues for the FY 2026 Funds for Veterans Assistance House for Texas Heroes Grant from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) by the County Auditor in the amount of $300,000 and appropriation of the same. 
 
B.
AI-99892
Veteran Services - TVC Mental Health Grant (1283): 
Approval of certification of revenues for the FY 2026 Funds for Veterans Assistance Veterans Mental Health Renewal Grant from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) by the County Auditor for the amount of $300,000 and appropriation of the same. 
 
8.
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
 
B.
AI-99943
Co. Clerk - Record Archive (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 180-002 0017 Deputy County Clerk II 07
Create 180-002 0018 Deputy County Clerk III 09
 
C.
AI-99979
DA - Border Prosecution Unit (1281):
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 next full pay period 07/14/2025:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 5 080-012 0008 Assistant District Attorney IV 07
 
D.
AI-99982
Health - PHEP Grant (1293)/ Public Health Emergency Preparedness (1100):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 340-013 0001 Public Health Preparedness Coordinator 15
340-004 A013

 
E.
AI-99991
Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 122-006 0019 Crew Leader II 09
Delete 122-006 0095 Mechanic II 08
Delete 122-006 0134 Mechanic I 06
 
F.
AI-99992
Veterans - TVC Housing Texas Heroes (1283):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 370-006 0001 Program Specialist I 09
 
9.
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-99940
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 Commissioners Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Mercedes, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of Mercedes and funded through UCP Years 2021, 2023, and 2024 City of Mercedes Street Improvement Funds.
Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
JORGE PEREZ CONSULTING ENGINEERS, LLC 95%  
SUPREME ENGINEERING, PLLC 94.33%  
TEXAS INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT GROUP, LLC   93.66%  
 
3. Discussion, consideration and action to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________ for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for UCP Years 2021, 2023 & 2024 City of Mercedes Street Improvement Project.
 
B.
AI-99964
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 Commissioners Court of at least three (3) Engineering Services firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Hidalgo, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of Hidalgo and funded through Urban County Program Year 2024 City of Hidalgo Water/Sewer Improvement Funds.
Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
L&G CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC 89.66%  
FULCRUM CONSULTING SERVICES 88.66%  
JAVIER HINOJOSA ENGINEERING   88.33%  

3. Discussion, consideration and action to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________ for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Urban County Program Year 2024 City of Hidalgo Water/Sewer Improvement Project.
 
C.
AI-99965
1.  Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners Court of two (2) Archeological Surveying Service firms, as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, Precinct No. 4 and Purchasing Department. The rankings are based on proposals received in response to the Request for Proposals for Archeological Surveying Services in connection with the Precinct No. 4 Colonia Construction Program (D.T. Villarreal Colonia Lift Station Project), funded through the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Grant RFP No. CFC24-0082.
Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
TERRACON CONSULTANTS, INC. 95.00% 1st
RABA KISTNER, INC. 88.00% 2nd

2.  Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize negotiations for a professional services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm, ___________________, for the provision of Archeological Surveying Services in connection with the Precinct No. 4 Colonia Construction Program (D.T. Villarreal Colonia Lift Station Project), funded through Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Grant RFP No. CFC24-0082.
 
D.
AI-99941
Requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $43,262.00 utilizing CDBG FY 37 (2024) City of Alamo Water/Sewer Improvements Funding and approval of Work Authorization No. 1.
 
E.
AI-99942
Requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with Raba Kistner, Inc. in the amount of $8,870.40 utilizing CDBG FY 37 (2024) San Juan Street Improvements Funding and approval of Work Authorization No. 1, subject to compliance with HB 1295.
 
10.
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-99894
DA – Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (DVSP)(1281):
Requesting approval for Fringe Benefits and Salaries exceeding the grant funding of $75,564.98 from the FY 2024 (9-1-2024 to 8-31-2025) DVSP Grant award to be reclassified to the District Attorney's Criminal DA-General Fund Account.
 
11.
Fire Marshal:
 
A.
AI-99981
1. Discussion, consideration and action approving the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Rangers Special Operations Group, to use the Old Hidalgo County Courthouse building for Law Enforcement and First Responder Training Purposes
2. Approval to allow the use of the structure identified as the Old Hidalgo County Courthouse located on the property of 100 North Closner for Law Enforcement and First Responder Training Purposes and to designate the Hidalgo County Executive Office as the point of contact for Law Enforcement training requests at the Old Hidalgo County Courthouse; made in advance and approved only after the County receives necessary documentation.
 
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-99945
Requesting approval to submit a budget revision to the Texas Department of State Health Services to reduce the grant award by $165,913. 
 
B.
AI-99931
Discussion and approval of the agreement  between Navy Health Research Center (NHRC) and Hidalgo County Health and Human Services and authorization for the Health & Human Services Director to sign the agreement.
 
C.
Health Care Funding District:
 
1.
AI-99895
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Aligning Technology by Linking Interoperable Systems (ATLIS) Second Half Payment 2025 IGT in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 07-09-2025 and a settlement date of 07-10-2025.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
 
2.
AI-99868
A.  Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Graduate Medical Education Program (GME) Non-State 2025 Second Payment in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 07/10/2025 and a settlement date of 07/11/2025.
B.  Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
C.  Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
 
13.
IT Department:
 
A.
AI-99972
Information Technology - State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP): Grant #5198101 Hardware Security with 2FA for Enhanced Cybersecurity
1. Requesting to ratify the submission of Grant #5198101 Hardware Security with 2FA for Enhanced Cybersecurity FY22 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor.
2. Requesting approval to deobligate cash match funds in the amount of $2,097.81.
 
14.
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-99790
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance
a. Las Comadres No. 15 Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Five L. Development, LTD.) (Mile 4 North Road & Iowa Road)
No. of Lots: 47 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights: 8
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 Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 North Road and Iowa Road are paved.2 internal streets to be paved.

b. The Grove at Pleasantview Phase I Subdivision - Pct. 1 (DK3 Investment Group) (Pleasantview Drive & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 70 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights: 12
Filling Stations: 7
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 Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Pleasantview Drive and Ebony Street are paved.5 internal streets to be paved.

2. Final Approval With Financial Guarantee
a. Sunflower Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 4 Carmen Avila Phase 3 LLC) (Sunflower Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 8 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: 5
Filling Stations: 1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation, and surface runoff will drain into Sunflower roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Sunflower Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $4,000.00 for (1 Firehydrant)

b. Presidio Square Phase I Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Adobe Unlimited, LLC.) (Valverde Road & Bus. Hwy 83)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights: 5
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, Valverde Road is paved and 2 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $15,720.00 for (3 Fire Hydrants & Paving Improvements)

c. RBR No. 6 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RBR Development & Inv., LLC.) (Benito Ramirez & Skinner Road)
No. of Lots: 36 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: 6
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 Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road is paved and 1 internal street has been paved.
* Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 2100195290 in the amount of $126,000.00 for (36 OSSFS)
* Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 2100195290 in the amount of $12,000.00 for (3 FIRE HYDRANTS)

d. Altamura Subdivision- Pct. 1 (RD Altamura, LLC.) (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 5 West Road)
No. of Lots: 65 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:18
Filling Stations:10
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 Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 West Road is paved and 6 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with cash deposit in the amount of $227,500.00 for (65 OSSFS)

3. Final Approval
a. Eduardo's No. 26 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Las Dianas Land Dev., LLC.) (Western Road & Mile 6 North Road)
No. of Lots: 16 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: 5
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing HCDD No. 1 Regional Detention Pond.    
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF'S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 1 internal street has been paved.
 
15.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A.
AI-99933
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcel Number 20 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (RCSJ# 0921-02-355) with authority from the County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form.
 
16.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A.
AI-99893
1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on Agenda Item 98610, approved by the Commissioners' Court on 3/4/25.
2.  Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mission in which the City and County desire to cooperate in the development of the Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project.
3.  In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of that proposed project regarding the development of the Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project.
 
B.
AI-99886
Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Prj (1301):
Approval of 2025 certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the City of McAllen for the Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project in the amount of $2,330,738.00 and appropriation of the same into the Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project Account to fund project expenditures.
 
C.
AI-99746
Pct 2 Cesar Chavez (Bus. 83-Nolana Loop): 
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel  41 associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Nolana Loop (ROW CSJ:0921-02-406), with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.
 
D.
AI-99989
1.  Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District in which County desires to assist the District with a parking lot improvement project at the PSJA North Campus.
2.  In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of that certain parking lot improvement project known as the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo (PSJA) ISD Parking Lot Project at PSJA North Campus.
 
E.
AI-99990
Requesting approval to enter into a permit agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 concerning the crossing of Irrigation District infrastructure for the Pct 2 Seminole Valley Drainage Improvement Project.
 
17.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
 
A.
AI-99995
Requesting approval to enter an Interlocal Agreement between South Texas Independent School District, and the County of Hidalgo, acting under the Office of the Precinct 3 Commissioner, under which South Texas I.S.D. may use a designated parking facility for a student transportation staging area.
 
B.
AI-99988
Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, acting under the Office of the Precinct 3 Commissioner, the City of Mission, and the City of Penitas, concerning the project development activities of the Military Highway Project, from Farm to Market 1016 to Mile 3 North Road (Phase I); pending legal review and approval.
 
18.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A.
AI-99888
Requesting approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County and ALTACAIR Foundation for the purposes of promoting the health, safety and welfare of the general public, such as providing clothing and personal items at no charge within the Community Resource Centers in Precinct 4. 
 
19.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1.
AI-99950
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $1,120,586.86 from CSLFRF interest earnings and appropriation of the same.
 
2.
AI-99963
Requesting approval of budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
 
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.
Emergency Management
 
1.
AI-99932
Requesting approval of the best and final negotiated offer meeting all requirements and specifications for the "Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Action Plan" (C-25-0254-07-08) with H2O Partners. 
 
B.
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-99976
A. Request acceptance and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreements between the County of Hidalgo/Pct. #1 and the following Cities:
1. City of Alamo
2. City of Donna
3. City of Edcouch
4. City of Elsa
5. City of La Villa
6. City of Mercedes
7. City of Progreso Lakes
8. City of Progreso
9. City of Weslaco

B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement in desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the "Work") by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City.
 
C.
Pct. 3
 
1.
AI-99293
A. Pursuant to Article 1.1.11 of the AIA Document (B-101-2017) Standard Form of Agreement with CG5 Architect, LLC, requesting authority to engage subcontractors, SCIVLE, PLLC
B. Requesting acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No.1 between Hidalgo County and CG5 Architect, LLC, in connection with the "Precinct No.3 Wellness Center" project, to include subcontractors for Civil Engineering, SCIVLE, PLLC, and update the compensation. 
 
D.
Facilities Management
 
1.
AI-99952
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, SKO Elite Repair, LLC, through HC's membership with TIPS (JOC Contract# 24010402), for the "Precinct No.3 Complex HVAC Insulation Improvements" project in the amount of $130,651.82; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds. 
 
E.
Sheriff's Office
 
1.
AI-99967
Requesting approval to purchase upfit equipment for ten (10) 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Trucks through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative (Contract No. 698-23), from Dana Safety Supply, Inc., in the total amount of $79,723.50
 
21.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
 
A.
AI-99900
Approval to select names for the 2025 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §152.015.
 
22.
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
 
B.
AI-99971
Presentation of 2024 Hidalgo County Library System (HCLS) Annual Report
 
23.
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:
 
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-99903
Cause #C-2934-25-A; Venicia De Leon v. City of Edinburg and County of Hidalgo
 
D.
AI-99913
Cause #CL-23-3197-I; Nadia M. Ramirez v. County
 
E.
AI-99915
Cause #CL-23-4344-D; Harvey Rodriguez v County
 
24.
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)
 
25.
Open Session:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
 
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
AI-99904
Cause #C-2934-25-A; Venicia De Leon v. City of Edinburg and County of Hidalgo
 
D.
AI-99914
Cause #CL-23-3197-I; Nadia M. Ramirez v. County
 
E.
AI-99916
Cause #CL-23-4344-D; Harvey Rodriguez v County
 
26.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
27.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
28.
Adjourn