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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 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-101323
Approval of Proclamation honoring the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps.
B.
AI-101460
Approval of Proclamation Recognizing Veterans Day.
C.
AI-101328
Requesting approval of proclamation recognizing Ms. Ximena Villarreal for winning the National Boys and Girls Club 2025-2026 Youth of the Year Award.
D.
AI-101365
Requesting approval of proclamation declaring November 20, 2025, as National Rural Health Day
E.
AI-101324
Approval of Proclamation recognizing November 2025 as Eye Donation Month.
F.
AI-101415
Proclamation declaring November as Children's Grief Awareness Month and November 20, 2025, as Children's Grief Awareness Day.
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-101450
1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County of Hidalgo and Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley to designate parking spaces for Veterans.
2. Authorization for Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the MOU.
2. Authorization for Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the MOU.
B.
AI-101449
1. Discussion, consideration and action to ratify the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County of Hidalgo and South Texas Health System Edinburg to designate parking spaces for Veterans.
2. Authorization for Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the MOU.
2. Authorization for Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the MOU.
C.
AI-101263
Approval of appointment of member to the Tropical Texas Behavioral Health Board of Trustees.
8.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-101213
Requesting approval of the Second Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Palmview and County of Hidalgo for Emergency Medical Services to exercise the second one-year extension of the agreement under the same rates, terms and conditions.
B.
AI-101216
Requesting approval of the Second Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Mission and County of Hidalgo for Emergency Medical Services to exercise the second one-year extension of the agreement under the same rates, terms and conditions.
9.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-101441
DA-Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2025 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant award, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $102,737.01, effective 09/01/2025 through 08/31/2026.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY 2025 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of same.
1. Approval to accept the FY 2025 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant award, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $102,737.01, effective 09/01/2025 through 08/31/2026.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY 2025 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of same.
B.
AI-101434
DA - Border Prosecution Unit Grant (BPU) (1281):
1. Approval to accept the Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit Grant in the amount of $2,660,718.00, effective 09/01/2025 through 08/31/2027.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2026 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit grant funds in the amount of $2,660,718.00 and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to accept the Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit Grant in the amount of $2,660,718.00, effective 09/01/2025 through 08/31/2027.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2026 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit grant funds in the amount of $2,660,718.00 and appropriation of the same.
C.
AI-101442
DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281):
1. Approval to accept the Victim Assistance Program (VAP) grant #2924308 in the amount of $1,268,855.43 from the Office of the Governor for the period of 10/01/2025 through 09/30/2026.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY2026 VAP grant and appropriation of the same.
1. Approval to accept the Victim Assistance Program (VAP) grant #2924308 in the amount of $1,268,855.43 from the Office of the Governor for the period of 10/01/2025 through 09/30/2026.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY2026 VAP grant and appropriation of the same.
10.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-101382
Sheriff's Office - Shooting Range MOU DPS
Authorization and approval for HCSO to enter into an MOU with DPS regarding the use of the HCSO Shooting Range
Authorization and approval for HCSO to enter into an MOU with DPS regarding the use of the HCSO Shooting Range
B.
AI-101310
Sheriff's Office — United States U.S.M.S. MOU
Authorization and Approval of MOU regarding the United States Marshals Service and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as user agency official, to sign the MOU
Authorization and Approval of MOU regarding the United States Marshals Service and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as user agency official, to sign the MOU
C.
AI-101311
Sheriff's Office - B.P. Medical Training MOU
Authorization and Approval of MOU regarding the Border Patrol and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as user agency official, to sign the MOU.
Authorization and Approval of MOU regarding the Border Patrol and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as user agency official, to sign the MOU.
D.
AI-101312
Sheriff's Office - Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles, FY2026
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2026 BRCLEV Application Grant from the Office of the Governor (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 01, 2026 to February 28, 2027.
2. Approval of resolution for theFY2026 BRCLEV 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 BRCLEV Application Grant from the Office of the Governor (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 01, 2026 to February 28, 2027.
2. Approval of resolution for theFY2026 BRCLEV 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.
E.
AI-101314
Sheriff's Office — SB224 FY24 Budget Adjustment
Authorization and approval to submit a budget adjustment for the SB224 FY24 Grant. Budget adjustment to transfer funds from OT & Fringes to Equipment cost for necessary equipment to conduct auto theft operations, as well as an adjustment for equipment and promotional items, to cover grant budget negative balance.
Authorization and approval to submit a budget adjustment for the SB224 FY24 Grant. Budget adjustment to transfer funds from OT & Fringes to Equipment cost for necessary equipment to conduct auto theft operations, as well as an adjustment for equipment and promotional items, to cover grant budget negative balance.
11.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-101416
Constable Pct. 3 - Irrigation Districts (1285):
1. Approval to ratify and enter into an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Texas, acting by and through the Office of the Constable Pct. 3, and the following entities:
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by County Auditor, in the amount of $73,944.45
3. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $93,944.45 which includes entities contribution and county cash match.
4. Approval of 2025 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out (prog. 005, FY26) to Transfers In/Out (prog. 020, FY26) in the amount of $20,000.00 to properly allocate the cash match funds required for the FY26 interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3, Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 6, United Irrigation District, and Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 16.
1. Approval to ratify and enter into an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Texas, acting by and through the Office of the Constable Pct. 3, and the following entities:
- Irrigation District No. 6
- United Irrigation District and
- Irrigation District No. 16
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by County Auditor, in the amount of $73,944.45
3. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $93,944.45 which includes entities contribution and county cash match.
4. Approval of 2025 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out (prog. 005, FY26) to Transfers In/Out (prog. 020, FY26) in the amount of $20,000.00 to properly allocate the cash match funds required for the FY26 interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3, Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 6, United Irrigation District, and Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 16.
12.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-101376
FY2026 Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles:
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2026 Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles with the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Division, through e-grants for the period of 03/01/2026 to 2/28/2027.
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 2026 Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles to designate Judge Richard F. Cortez as grantee's Authorized Official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2026 Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles with the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Division, through e-grants for the period of 03/01/2026 to 2/28/2027.
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 2026 Bullet-Resistant Components for Law Enforcement Vehicles to designate Judge Richard F. Cortez as grantee's Authorized Official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
13.
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-101349
Approval to waive the 2026 contribution/donation of sick leave hours to the Sick Leave Pool for currently enrolled participants due to current level of Sick Leave Pool hours. Employees not currently enrolled and who wish to enroll must contribute sick leave hours as per the Sick Leave Policy.
C.
AI-101384
Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 140-001 | 0041 | Administrative Assistant III | 08 |
| Delete | 140-001 | 0165 | Administrative Assistant II | 06 |
| Create | 140-001 | 0291 | Deputy Clerk III | 09 |
| Create | 140-001 | 0292 | Deputy Clerk II | 07 |
D.
AI-101348
Health - RLSS-LPHS/ T.B Control (1293)/ Environmental Health/ Health Adm. (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 340-006 | 0006 | System Support Specialist II | 11 |
| Delete | 340-008 | 0014 | TB Medical Technician | 05 |
| Delete | 340-002 | 0024 & 0025 | Health Inspector II | 09 |
| Create | 340-001 | 0092 & 0093 | Public Health Specialist I | 09 |
E.
AI-101346
WIC P/C Prg. (1292):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 350-002 | 0017 | Peer Counselor I | 03 |
F.
AI-101345
Crim DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employees listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
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 | 0227 | Assistant District Attorney III | 05 |
| Discretionary Step 3 | 080-002 | 0181 | Assistant District Attorney II | 03 |
| Discretionary Step 3 | 080-002 | 0051 | Assistant District Attorney II | 03 |
G.
AI-101396
CCL#10 (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 030-001 | 0006 | Bailiff | 10 |
| Create | 030-001 | 0007 | Bailiff II | 13 |
H.
AI-101410
139th DC (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 003-001 | 0006 | Bailiff I | 11 |
| Create | 003-001 | 0007 | Bailiff | 10 |
14.
Urban County:
A.
AI-101286
Requesting approval of a resolution authorizing the renewal of a Revolving Line of Credit with Lone Star National Bank of McAllen for the Urban County Program (UCP), with authority for the UCP to draw from such line of credit not to exceed $500,000.00
B.
AI-101423
Requesting approval of Sub-Recipient Agreements with nineteen (19) non-profit agencies. UCP CDBG Public Service Program Fiscal Year 2024-2025 funds will be used retroactively effective July 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025.
C.
AI-101419
Requesting approval of Fiscal Year 25 Urban County Program Interlocal Agreements with fifteen (15) participating cities and authorization for Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all agreements.
15.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-101363
Discussion and approval of MOU Agreement between Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and Hidalgo County for Texas Cancer Registry.
B.
AI-101315
1. Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to esign the PHEP HHS001439500024, Amendment No. 4 and related documents. The purpose of this amendment is to reinstate the FY 2026 contract funding.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $165,913.00 and to appropriate the same and the appropriation of the local match in the amount of $16,591.00.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $165,913.00 and to appropriate the same and the appropriation of the local match in the amount of $16,591.00.
C.
AI-101331
Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to sign the Texas Infertility Prevention Project agreement. The TIPP state project is to promote prevention of STD related infertility.
D.
AI-101380
Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 157.903, requesting approval of indemnification in the amount of $10.00 as a result of clerical error pertaining to health services.
E.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-101283
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.
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.
16.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-101305
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the lowest responsive proposal submitted by the On the Grill Restaurant in the amount of $5,400.00 for catering services for the Access to Success (ACTS) "Strive. Rise. Thrive." Graduation.
17.
Veterans Services:
A.
AI-101272
Requesting authorization to place a flag retirement collection box in the Hidalgo County Veterans Services Office.
18.
WIC:
A.
AI-101392
WIC (1292):
1. Requesting approval to submit the Data Use Agreement / Subcontractor Agreement Form with Daly Enterprises, Inc.
2. Requesting for County Judge to sign the agreement.
1. Requesting approval to submit the Data Use Agreement / Subcontractor Agreement Form with Daly Enterprises, Inc.
2. Requesting for County Judge to sign the agreement.
19.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-101335
1 PIPELINE UTILITY PERMIT
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: South ½ of Lot 7 blk. 57 Mo-Tex land & Irrigation Co. Subdivision; Proposed Grapefruit Acres Phase 3 Subdivision (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Garcia Street)
Proposed (1) 8" waterline with a 16" casing crossing via open cut Mile 5 ½ West Road. (Pct. 1)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: South ½ of Lot 7 blk. 57 Mo-Tex land & Irrigation Co. Subdivision; Proposed Grapefruit Acres Phase 3 Subdivision (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Garcia Street)
Proposed (1) 8" waterline with a 16" casing crossing via open cut Mile 5 ½ West Road. (Pct. 1)
20.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-101427
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcel Numbers 99 and 141 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.
21.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-101425
Requesting approval of Resolution and Order honoring and renaming a county-owned park known as San Juan Park located within Hidalgo County Precinct 2, to the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Hector "Tito" Palacios Park - (Event to be held on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 10 am.)
22.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-101357
Requesting approval of an Order Approving the Execution of the Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Agreement and all and any pertinent documentation with TXDOT for the Metropolitan Mobility and Rehabilitation Off-system Project of Los Ebanos Road From IH2 to Military Parkway (CJS#0921-02-521)
23.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-101347
Requesting approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and Region One ESC Adult Education Program for the purpose of developing and implementing a comprehensive adult education and literacy program for eligible participants at the Precinct 4 San Carlos Community Resource Center located at 107 North Sunflower Road, Edinburg, Texas.
B.
AI-101308
1. Requesting approval for Commissioner Ellie Torres to sign the PBR Initial Application for air curtain incinerator, Serial No. S27FDN17756 for submission to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
2. Requesting approval to designate the Environmental Health Manager as Commissioner Torres' Authorized Representative, with authority to submit application, reports, renewals, and modifications to TCEQ as required.
2. Requesting approval to designate the Environmental Health Manager as Commissioner Torres' Authorized Representative, with authority to submit application, reports, renewals, and modifications to TCEQ as required.
24.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-101343
Presentation of FY25 3rd Quarter Financial Report
B.
AI-101291
Approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of 13 streetlights for Basham 9 located in Precinct # 3.
C.
AI-101292
Approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of 22 streetlights for Brushline LTD Subdivision located in Precinct # 3.
D.
AI-101296
Approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of 11 streetlights for Kristi Estates Subdivision located in Precinct # 3.
E.
AI-101304
Approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of 13 streetlights for San Carlos Acres located in Precinct # 4.
F.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-101322
A. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for HAVA Program Income.
B. Approval of 2025 appropriation of funds for HAVA Program Income Title I (1283) in the amount of $4,018.37.
C. Approval of 2025 appropriation of funds for HAVA Program Income Title II (1283) in the amount of $8,532.54.
B. Approval of 2025 appropriation of funds for HAVA Program Income Title I (1283) in the amount of $4,018.37.
C. Approval of 2025 appropriation of funds for HAVA Program Income Title II (1283) in the amount of $8,532.54.
2.
AI-101355
HAVA Election Security (1283):
Approval of certification of revenues and appropriation of funds of the HAVA Election Security interest earned in the amount of $246.17.
Approval of certification of revenues and appropriation of funds of the HAVA Election Security interest earned in the amount of $246.17.
3.
AI-101321
Elections Chapter 19 (1283):
Approval of certification of revenues and appropriation of funds of the Elections Department Chapter 19 auction proceeds in the amount of $843.28.
Approval of certification of revenues and appropriation of funds of the Elections Department Chapter 19 auction proceeds in the amount of $843.28.
25.
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.
Executive Office
1.
AI-101377
Requesting approval of the two best and final negotiated offers meeting all requirements and specifications for "Property and Casualty Insurance Policies" with McGriff A Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company (C-25-0362A-11-10) and PCF Insurance Services of the West, LLC dba Montalvo Insurance Agency (C-25-0362B-11-10).
B.
Emergency Management
1.
AI-101461
A. Presentation and acceptance of the evaluation committee's recommendation of the responses received, including the committee's consideration of the Best and Final Offer (BAFO) from the highest-ranked responsible respondent, 8/A Builders, LLC, for the total amount of $3,452,500.00; in connection with "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operations Centers - Mission - Rebid" project;
B. Approval to execute the final Construction agreement between Hidalgo County and 8/A Builders, LLC, for the "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operations Centers - Mission - Rebid" project (C-24-0395-11-10) with authority to issue the Notice to Proceed upon the receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
B. Approval to execute the final Construction agreement between Hidalgo County and 8/A Builders, LLC, for the "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operations Centers - Mission - Rebid" project (C-24-0395-11-10) with authority to issue the Notice to Proceed upon the receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-101440
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services to provide Engineering services for the "Donna ISD Spay and Neuter" Project:
C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement commencing with the No.1 ranked firm______________to provide Engineering services for the "Donna ISD Spay and Neuter" Project.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services to provide Engineering services for the "Donna ISD Spay and Neuter" Project:
| Evaluated Firms | B2Z Engineering, LLC |
Fulcrum Consulting Services |
Supreme Engineering, PLLC |
| Evaluator No. 1 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Pct. 1 | |||
2.
AI-101443
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services to provide Engineering services for the "City of Donna Wellness Program" Project:
C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Service Agreement commencing with the No.1 ranked firm______________to provide Engineering services for the "City of Donna Wellness Program" Project.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services to provide Engineering services for the "City of Donna Wellness Program" Project:
| Evaluated Firms |
B2Z
Engineering, LLC
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Fulcrum Consulting Services |
Supreme Engineering, PLLC |
| Evaluator No. 1 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Pct. 1 | |||
3.
AI-101306
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Weslaco Independent School District concerning the water line for fire suppression.
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project whereby the County of Hidalgo, by and through its Precinct 1, and the Weslaco Independent School District desire to undertake a construction and improvement project to connect the fire suppressant water lines between each entity's respective properties to provide water to the fire suppressant system at the Precinct 1 Wellness and Activity Community Center located at 1901 N. Bridge Ave., Weslaco, in Hidalgo County, Texas; through an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to be entered into by and between Hidalgo County and Weslaco Independent School District.
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project whereby the County of Hidalgo, by and through its Precinct 1, and the Weslaco Independent School District desire to undertake a construction and improvement project to connect the fire suppressant water lines between each entity's respective properties to provide water to the fire suppressant system at the Precinct 1 Wellness and Activity Community Center located at 1901 N. Bridge Ave., Weslaco, in Hidalgo County, Texas; through an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to be entered into by and between Hidalgo County and Weslaco Independent School District.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-101412
Requesting approval to award contract to Hudsonpillar Family Partnership dba HK Ranch II, the qualified sole responsive bidder for "Lease of Land for Dry Farming Purposes" (C-25-0125-11-10).
E.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-101465
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 6 from RG Enterprises dba G&G Contractors, for the Construction of Hidalgo County Pct. 4 All-Star Park (C-21-0832-02-11), to address a reduction in the scope of work and liquidated damages that will be deducted from retainage, for $147,069.56; as recommended by the Project Architect, The Warren Group Architects, Inc.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from RG Enterprises dba G&G Contractors for the "Construction of Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 All-Star Park" project, along with final payment of $34,312.57, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from RG Enterprises dba G&G Contractors for the "Construction of Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 All-Star Park" project, along with final payment of $34,312.57, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
F.
WIC
1.
AI-101085
Requesting approval of the Memorandums of Understanding, as listed below, for the HC WIC Program with automatic successive one (1) year renewals to provide the Texas Ten Step Training Program:
| Contract No. | Vendor Name |
| C-25-0587-11-10 | McAllen Medical Center |
| C-25-0586-11-10 | Holy Family Services Inc. |
| C-25-0585-11-10 | Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance |
G.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-101429
Requesting approval to award job order contractor SKO Elite Repair, LLC through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS JOC Contract No. 24010402), for the "County Forensic Services Building Improvements," in the amount of $313,196.31 (fee includes bonds), with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
H.
Elections Department
1.
AI-101325
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Software License (Verity Voting System) and Support Agreement with Sole Sourced Vendor, Hart InterCivic, Inc., in the total amount of $399,891.00
26.
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
27.
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-101394
Civil Action No. CCD-0972-A; Hidalgo County, Texas v. Zinnia Investment Corp. et al.
D.
AI-101350
Claim of Jose Martinez
E.
AI-101366
Claim of Gracie Luna
F.
AI-101368
Claim of AT&T Services, Inc.
G.
AI-101388
Claim of Jorge Reyes Preciado
H.
AI-101403
Claim of Daniel Marichalar
28.
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)
29.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-101398
Civil Action No. CCD-0972-A; Hidalgo County, Texas v. Zinnia Investment Corp. et al.
D.
AI-101351
Claim of Jose Martinez
E.
AI-101367
Claim of Gracie Luna
F.
AI-101369
Claim of AT&T Services, Inc.
G.
AI-101390
Claim of Jorge Reyes Preciado
H.
AI-101404
Claim of Daniel Marichalar
30.
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
31.
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
32.
Adjourn