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Agenda for CC REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG

AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
OCTOBER 14, 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-101043
Proclamation declaring October 2025 as Pastor Appreciation Month. 
 
B.
AI-100979
Proclamation declaring October 13–17, 2025 as Peer Support Awareness Week.
 
C.
AI-100971
Proclamation declaring October 23rd - October 31st as Red Ribbon Week.
 
D.
AI-100955
Proclamation declaring October 25th as National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
 
E.
AI-101104
Proclamation honoring Monte Carlo Cafe for 65 years of service. 
 
6.
Open Forum
 
7.
Economic Development:
 
A.
AI-101044
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to authorize the development of a SocialFest Initiative pursuant to Section 381.004(b)(1) of the Texas Local Government Code and under the provisions of the Hidalgo County Economic Development Promotion and Advertising Program established thereunder.
2. Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve an exemption from competitive bidding requirements for personal or professional services pursuant to Section 262.024(a)(4) of the Texas Local Government Code and pursuant to the provisions of the Hidalgo County Economic Development Promotion and Advertisement Program authorized under Section 381.004(b)(1) of the Texas Local Government Code.
3. Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve the proposed Contract for Service (which is an agreement for personal or professional services) between Hidalgo County, Texas, and SocialFest Experience, a Texas non-profit corporation.
 
8.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-101040
Presentation of the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral (OSAR) Program.
 
B.
AI-101041
Presentation of the OnMed CareStation services located at the Hidalgo County McAllen Health Clinic.
 
C.
AI-101013
Requesting approval to accept the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention/ Obesity and Chronic Disease Strategies grant contract No. HHS001186200001 Amendment No. 5. The purpose of this amendment is to reduce the contract amount by $65,000.00
 
D.
AI-101036
Acceptance of donation of equipment as part of an award from the Water Enviroment Federation in collaboration with the U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
 
E.
Health Care Funding District:
 
1.
AI-100986
a.      Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds per HHSC instructions in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the local provider participation fund with a transfer date and settlement date to be determined by HHSC.
b.     Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the county auditor from the local provider participation fund in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
c.      Approval of appropriation of funds from the local provider participation fund in the amount determined by HHSC final instructions.
 
9.
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-101136
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office and BCFS Health and Human Services Human Trafficking Interdiction (HHS HTI )- Common Thread with authority for Criminal District Attorney, Toribio "Terry" Palacios to sign.
 
B.
AI-101123
DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to ratify continuation of salary payments for employees supported by the Victim Assistance Program Grant, pending Fiscal Year 2026 award.
 
C.
AI-101031
DA - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (1281):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2024 Domestic Violence Unit grant award in the amount of $100,361.41 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of 10-1-2025 to 9-30-2026 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, for the FY 2024 Domestic Violence Unit grant in the amount of $100,361.41 and appropriation of same.
 
10.
HIDTA - Task Force:
 
A.
AI-101067
HIDTA Federal Sharing-DOJ (1256):
Authorization and approval to pay Agents and TFO's overtime for hours worked over 80 hours per pay period as needed. 
 
11.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
 
A.
AI-101105
Requesting approval of the 2026 Official Bond and Oath for Elections Administrator, Hilda A. Salinas.
 
12.
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-101082
Sheriff's Office — Operation Lone Star FY26 Acceptance (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept a grant award from the Office of the Governor — Homeland Security Grant Division in relation to the OLS FY 2026 grant (09/01/25 - 08/31/26) in the amount of $250,000.00 with the authority of County Judge, as authorized official to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the OLS FY 2026 in the amount of $250,000.00 and appropriation of same.
4. Approval and authorization for budget adjustment from Detention Officers to Investigators to be performed once the grant is fully accepted.
 
B.
AI-101098
Sheriff's Office — LBSP FY25 
Requesting authorization to reclassify overtime expenditure from FY 2025 LBSP into HCSO General Fund account in the amount of $505.45. Overage related to overworking LBSP grant by 11.75 hours. 
 
C.
AI-101093
Sheriff's Office - RGV TAG MOU 
1. Authorization for HCSO to enter into an MOU for the continued operations with Mcallen RGV TAG 
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign any required documents as the Law Enforcement Agency Authorized Official. 
 
13.
Constable Pct. #1:
 
A.
AI-101038
Constable Pct. 1 - FY 2026 Operation Lone Star (OLS) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant (OLS) in the amount of $62,500.00 from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) for the period of September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant (OLS) in the amount of $62,500.00 and appropriation of the same.
 
14.
Constable Pct. #2:
 
A.
AI-101117
Constable Pct. 2 - FY 2026 Operation Lone Star (OLS) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor- Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 26 (9-1-2025 to 8-31-2026) Operation Lone Star Grant in the amount of $62,500.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant in the amount of $62,500.00 and appropriation of same.
 
15.
Constable Pct. #3:
 
A.
AI-101065
Constable Pct. 3 - FY 2026 Operation Lone Star (OLS) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor- Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 26 (9-1-2025 to 8-31-2026) Operation Lone Star Grant in the amount of $62,500.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant in the amount of $62,500.00 and appropriation of same.
 
B.
AI-101133
Constable Pct. 3 Irrigation Districts (1285):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries and fringes for one Senior Deputy Constable currently being paid by the Interlocal agreement of HC Irrigation District No. 6, 16, and United FY25, pending award of Fiscal Year 2026.
 
16.
Constable Pct. #4:
 
A.
AI-101045
Rifle Resistant Body Armor Program FY2026
1. Authorization to accept grant award in relation to Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant for the amount of $11,991.55 received from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically. 
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2026 Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant in the amount of $11,991.55 and appropriation of the same.
 
B.
AI-101042
Constable Pct. 4 - FY 2026 Operation Lone Star (OLS) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 26 (9-1-2025 to 8-31-2026) Operation Lone Star Grant in the amount of $62,500.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2026 Operation Lone Star Grant in the amount of $62,500.00 and appropriation of same.
 
17.
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-101025
Sheriff - HCSO Auto Theft Task Force (1284):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Proposed Amount
Add Supplemental Allowance 280-108 0005 Deputy Sheriff $2,100.00
 
C.
AI-101095
Crim DA (1100):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Amount Proposed Amount
Remove Auto Allowance 080-002 0099 Criminal Investigator II $3,600.00 $0.00
Add Auto Allowance 080-002 0116 Criminal Investigator II $0.00 $3,600.00
 
2. 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 2026:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 4 080-002 0010 Assistant District Attorney III 05
080-015 0007
Discretionary Step 3 080-002 0101 Assistant District Attorney II 03
Discretionary Step 3 080-002 0209 Assistant District Attorney II 03
 
 
D.
AI-101024
Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 122-006 0061 Mechanic I 06
Delete 122-006 0026 & 0032 Truck Driver II 06
Create 122-006 0137 Equipment Operator II 08
Create 122-006 0138 & 0139 Truck Driver III 08
Create 122-006 0140 Program Manager III 17
 
E.
AI-101029
Pct. 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 123-005 0122 Multimedia Coordinator 16
Create 123-005 0153 Multimedia Specialist II 13
 
 
F.
AI-101138
Various Departments:
1. Approval of the following actions as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026.
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above.
 
18.
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-101100
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to ratify the Texas General Land Office (GLO) Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program (DRRP) Infrastructure Projects 2018 South Texas Floods CDBG-DR Funding Contract (#25-144-001-F193). The contract formalizes the acceptance and establishes the terms for the administration of the Disaster Recovery Reallocation Program (DRRP) for Hidalgo County.
2. Authorize the County Judge to sign any and all additional documents, agreements, or amendments related to the execution and administration of this DRRP grant.
 
B.
AI-101053
Discussion, consideration, and approval to award and authorize execution of a contract with RG Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors & Quality Investments the lowest responsible bidder in that amount of $465,197.00 for single-family housing demolition and reconstruction services.
 
C.
AI-101106
Discussion, consideration and approval to award and enter into a construction contract with GOPE Construction, LLC. The lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $103,493.24 utilizing CDBG funds from Fiscal Year - 2024 Alamo Water/Sewer Improvement Funds. 
 
19.
Head Start Program:
 
A.
AI-100996
Appointment and Approval of One (1) Community Representative by Each Member of the Commissioners' Court to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Policy Council for a One(1) Year Term According to 45 CFR (1301.3)(d)(3).
 
20.
Community Service Agency:
 
A.
AI-101110
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to authorize the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency to submit a grant application to the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans Assistance for Program Year 2026–2027 for Operation Bravo Zulu, with authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
 
21.
Elections Department:
 
A.
AI-100992
1. Discussion on Election Updates.
2. Approval of the November 4, 2025 Special Constitutional Amendment Election and Local Entities Elections Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities:
  • City of Edcouch
  • City of Edinburg
 
B.
AI-100982
FY2025 HAVA Election Security Grant (1283):
1. Requesting approval to accept and to have the County Judge e-sign the HAVA Election Security Grant-related documents.
2. Requesting approval of the certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $52,000 and appropriation of the same.
 
22.
WIC:
 
A.
AI-101048
WIC Breastfeeding Initiative - Program 031 (1292):
1. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $50,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
2. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $50,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY26 Breastfeeding Initiative and appropriation of the same.
 
23.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A.
AI-101101
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcel Numbers 101,108 and 120 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.
 
24.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A.
AI-101137
1. Requesting approval for Commissioner Ellie Torres to sign the permit renewal application for the Precinct 4 Air Curtain Incinerator for submission to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
2. Request approval to designate the Environmental Health Manager as Commissioner Torres' Authorized Representative for Title V Permit No. 0-3527, with authority to submit reports, renewals, and modifications to TCEQ as required.
 
25.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-101126
Pct. 1-4 Road & Bridge (1200):
Approval of appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance into Pct.1-4 Rd. Maint. in the amount of $1,500,000.00 to fund operating expenses.
 
B.
AI-101014
Streetlight Program:
Approval of Magic Valley Purchase of Power Agreement for the installation of 13 streetlights for San Carlos Acres Subdivision located in Precinct #4
 
C.
American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1.
AI-101033
Requesting approval of budget revisions as per Exhibit A. 
 
26.
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.
Hidalgo County
 
1.
AI-101103
A. Discussion, consideration, and action on the revised Program Management Plan for Hidalgo County Courthouse Phase II, submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, to replace the approved PMP approved on 12/20/2022 (AI 88748).
B. Requesting approval of the revised Program Management Plan for Hidalgo County Courthouse Phase II.
 
B.
County Judge's Office
 
1.
AI-101089
A.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a personal service; 
B.  Requesting approval of a personal service agreement and fee schedule between Hidalgo County and Mike R. Perez dba MRP Consulting Service, LLC, for consulting services related to County Planning and Economic Development Services.
 
C.
Emergency Management
 
1.
AI-101090
A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of vendors' graded submissions, with the recommendation by the evaluation committee members for "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operations Centers - Mission - Rebid":
Participating Vendors  8/A Builders, LLC Holchemont, LTD Kimber 1985, LLC NM Contracting, LLC RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors Rio United Builders, LLC
Evaluator 1 1 6 2 5 3 4
Evaluator 2 2 6 1 4 5 3
Evaluator 3 1 6 3 4 5 2
Evaluator 4 2 4 1 6 5 3
Total 6 22 7 19 18 12
Rank            
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 Operations Centers - Mission - Rebid".
 
D.
Constables
 
1.
AI-101028
Constables Pct. No. 5:
Requesting approval to purchase two (2) 2025 Ford F-150 Police Responder Vehicles through HC's membership with the Interlocal Purchasing System Cooperative (TIPS Contract No. 240901), from Silsbee Ford, Inc. in the total amount of $105,025.00
 
E.
Human Resources:
 
1.
AI-101022
Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate with the sole participating vendor PCF Insurance Services of the West LLC dba Montalvo Insurance Agency to finalize an agreement for "Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance".
 
F.
WIC
 
1.
AI-100919
Requesting approval to award contract to Four More LLC, the qualified sole responsive bidder, for "Lease of Office Space – Mercedes WIC' (C-25-0384-10-14).
 
 
G.
Elections Department
 
1.
AI-101057
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a)(4) a professional service. 
B. Requesting approval to enter into an agreement with Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP, to assist the Hidalgo County Elections Department with the 2025 redistricting of the voting precincts. 
 
H.
Co. Wide
 
1.
AI-101102
Discussion, consideration and action to authorize Mr. Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to facilitate the provision of energy on behalf of Hidalgo County with prospective energy providers for commercial electricity services and rates commencing January 2028. 
 
27.
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-100951
Appointment of Civil Service Commission member
 
C.
AI-101008
Approval to accept settlement money orders from Ms. Yairin Enid Cardenas-Garza in the amount of $3,000.00 to settle property damages due to an auto accident claim with a County vehicle (Constables Precinct #1). 
 
D.
AI-101143
Approval of 2026 Holiday Schedule
 
28.
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-100852
Cause #C-5185-23-L; Antonio Sanchez v. County
 
D.
AI-101018
Claim of Domingo Rivas
 
29.
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)
 
30.
Open Session:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
 
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
AI-100853
Cause #C-5185-23-L; Antonio Sanchez v. County
 
D.
AI-101019
Claim of Domingo Rivas
 
31.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
32.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
33.
Adjourn