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Agenda for CC REGULAR AGENDA SPECIAL MTG

AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 6, 2026
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-101923
Presentation of the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services 2025 Annual Video.
 
B.
AI-101941
Proclamation declaring January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month.
 
C.
AI-101972
Proclamation recognizing January 2026 as Mental Wellness Month. 
 
6.
Open Forum
 
7.
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
AI-101974
1. Approval to accept the resignation of Mr. Roel "Roy" Rodriguez from the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (HCRMA).
2. Approval to appoint Mr. Nick Rhodes as a member of the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (HCRMA).
 
8.
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-101868
Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds for the following budgets:
1. DA CCP59 (1223)
2. DA Pre-Trial Intervention Prgm (1225)
 
B.
AI-101907
District Attorney Forensic Evidence Testing Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2027 (9.1.2026 to 8.31.2027) District Attorney Forensic Evidence Testing Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to the grant application.
 
C.
AI-101908
District Attorney - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2026 (9.1.2026 to 8.31.2027)Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to grant application.
 
D.
AI-101909
District Attorney - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2025 (10.1.2026 to 9.30.2027) Domestic Violence Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to grant application.
 
E.
AI-101910
District Attorney - Victim Assistance Program Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor - Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2026 (10.1.2026 to 9.30.2027) Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to the grant application.
 
9.
County Treasurer - Lita Leo:
 
A.
AI-101876
2026 Hidalgo County Investment Policy & Investment Pool Authorization
 
10.
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-101863
Sheriff's Office - Joint Counter Drug TF MOU 
Authorization and approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign MOU between HCSO and Texas Joint Counter Drug Task Force (JCDTF). 
 
B.
AI-101809
Sheriff's Office — STEP Policy and Procedures
Retroactive discussion, consideration and approval of Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to implement STEP Policy and Procedures required by IDM STEP Grant. 
 
C.
AI-101895
Sheriff's Office — VOCA FY24 Budget Adjustment
Authorization and approval to submit the budget adjustment to fully utilize the funds awarded for VOCA FY24. 
 
11.
Constable Pct. #3:
 
A.
AI-101890
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Roberto Ruiz as a Deputy Constable by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Precinct 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
 
B.
AI-101967
Constable Pct. 3 JLEO ICE(1284):
1. Approval to accept overtime funding agreement from U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) FY2026 (10/1/2025–09/30/2026) in the amount of $15,000.00.
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 FY 2026 ICE overtime agreement in the amount of $15,000.00 and appropriation of the same. 
 
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
 
B.
AI-101805
Approval of the appointment of interns as per Exhibit A.
 
C.
AI-101780
Health - Texas Opioid Abatement Fund (OAFC):
1. Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot#  Position Title Grade
Create 340-091 0001 Epidemiologist I (OAFC) 13
 
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above. 
 
D.
AI-101963
Crim DA (1100) / DA Pretrial Intervention Prg. (1225):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 4 080-002 0039 Assistant District Attorney III 05
080-015 0030
 
E.
AI-101943
Executive Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following action effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Salary 
Amount
Create 125-001 0016 Deputy County Administrator $175,000

2. Approval to revise the Non-Classified Position List in accordance with the action above.
 
13.
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-101894
Requesting approval to award and enter into a construction contract with RDH Site and Concrete, LLC. The lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $132,250.00 utilizing CDBG funds from Fiscal Year 2023/24 Mercedes Street Improvement Funds.
 
B.
AI-101851
Requesting approval of Resolution to authorize Urban County Program Director to approve certain Urban County Project Change Orders.
 
C.
AI-101852
Requesting approval of Resolution authorizing to advertise for construction and related activities for all projects identified in all the Urban County Program One Year Action Plan, Amendments and State funded projects (Texas General Land Office (GLO), Texas Department Agriculture (TDA), and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA).    
 
D.
AI-101853
Requesting approval of Resolution to designate Urban County Program Director as Certifying Officer Designee for Environmental Review procedures for entities assuming HUD Environmental responsibilities (Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME), Emergency Solution Program (ESG), Self-Help Colonia Program (SHC), Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), Texas Community Development Block Grant Program, Texas General Land Office (GLO), and Texas Department of Agriculture(TDA).
 
E.
AI-101854
Requesting approval of Resolution to authorize Urban County Program Director to sign and execute contracts and agreements after Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court approval as they relate to all Hidalgo County Urban County Program projects and those included in the Annual Action Plan.
 
F.
AI-101898
Requesting approval to award and enter into a construction contract with South Texas Water Well Services, LLC. The lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $281,650.00 utilizing CDBG funds from Fiscal Year 2024 Hidalgo Water/Sewer Improvements Funds.
 
G.
AI-101901
Requesting approval to reject bids received for the 2024 Elsa Parks, Recreational Facilities Project, Bid No. 5024-25-0306-5000-0000-00-UCP-LS.
 
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-101961
1. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services respectfully request the use of Hidalgo County's Opioid Abatement Settlement Funds to support the Public Health Opioid Surveillance program and related operational activities. This program will enable the department to fulfill new regulatory responsibilities under Texas Senate Bill 1319, enhance overdose surveillance, and implement core strategies adopted by the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council.
2. Requesting approval to appropriate the Public Health Opioid Surveillance program budget in the amount of $100,000.00 for the period 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
 
B.
AI-101944
Requesting approval for Health Department to participate in University of Washington "Study of Chart Implementation" research project.
 
C.
AI-101675
Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding  between Hidalgo County and Driscoll Children's Hospital Rio Grande Valley to participate in the drug discount program established under 34GR of the Public Health Services Act, 340B Program.
 
D.
AI-101877
Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding  between Hidalgo County and  Texas Workforce Commission for the purpose of providing reserved parking spaces in the Hidalgo County McAllen Health Clinic.
 
E.
Health Care Funding District:
 
1.
AI-101945
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Graduate Medical Education Program (GME) Non-State 2026 First 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 01/12/2026 and a settlement date of 01/13/2026.
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-101802
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.
 
15.
Head Start Program:
 
A.
AI-101927
Discussion/Approval of the Priority Guidelines for Selection and Enrollment of Hidalgo County Early Head Start and Regular Head Start Programs.
 
B.
AI-101928
Discussion/Approval of Request to Purchase Play Structures through Hidalgo County's Membership/Participation with Buyboard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No.781-25), From Play RGV, LLC in the Amount of $549,985.45.
 
C.
AI-101931
Discussion/Approval of Request to Purchase Three (3) Seven Passenger Vans through the Hidalgo County's Membership/Participation with the Texas Association School Board (TASB) Buyboard's Awarded Vendor (Contract #724-23), Caldwell Country Chevrolet, LLC (including TASB Administrative Fees.) Total Cost $119,170.00.
 
D.
AI-101932
Request Approval to award job order contractor, Solis Contractors, Inc. through Hidalgo County's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing Sytem (TIPS) (JOC Contract No. 241001) for the Head Start Program Child Nutrition storage building project, not to exceed the amount of $331,398.00 (fee includes bonds), with the authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required Payment and Performance Bonds.
 
E.
AI-101929
Discussion/Approval on Request for Authority to issue payment to Pct. 4 in the amount of $1,092.25.
 
16.
Adult Probation:
 
A.
AI-101862
Acceptance of the Statement of Financial Position for FY2025 for the Hidalgo County Community Supervision and Corrections Department in accordance with Texas Local Government Code (LGC) §140.004(d).
 
17.
Community Service Agency:
 
A.
AI-101954
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract #58260004544 for FY 2026 in the amount of $7,749,543.00, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
 
B.
AI-101955
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract #58960004579 for FY 2026 in the amount of $480,232.00, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
 
C.
AI-101956
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Community Service Block Grant Program (CSBG) Contract #6120004639 for FY 2026 in the amount of $625,699.00, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
 
18.
IT Department:
 
A.
AI-101942
Information Technology – State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP): Grant #5462001 Mitigation Projects Network Detection Implementation
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 2026 (01/01/2026 - 12/31/2026) State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) in the amount of $107,624.78, with authority for the County Judge to accept the award electronically as an authorized official.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2025 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) in the amount of $107,624.78 and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval of inter-fund transfer or interdepartmental transfer to fund cash match in the amount of 20% of the award amount.
 
B.
AI-101940
Information Technology – State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP): Grant #5355301 Mitigation Projects Acquisition and Replacement Firewalls
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 2026 (01/01/2026 - 12/31/2026) State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) in the amount of $197,491.46, with authority for the County Judge to accept the award electronically as an authorized official.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2025 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) in the amount of $197,491.46 and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval of inter-fund transfer or interdepartmental transfer to fund cash match in the amount of 20% of the award amount.
 
19.
Elections Department:
 
A.
AI-101914
1. Election Updates
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of Early Voting Polling Locations for the March 3, 2026 Primary Elections
 
B.
AI-101936
In accordance with Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules, discussion, consideration and approval to pay extra duty hours worked by Hidalgo County employees in preparation for local, county, state, federal and runoff elections held throughout 2026.
 
20.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-101920
Discussion, consideration, and action of an Advance Funding Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the Hidalgo County Head Start Program.
 
B.
AI-101934
Approval of Commissioners Court action authorizing the transfer and acceptance of twenty-two (22) streetlights for the Pueblo de Palmas 18 subdivision, Precinct 4, into the Hidalgo County Streetlight Program.
 
C.
AI-101887
Approval of Magic Valley Purchase of Power Agreement for the installation of 14 streetlights for El Paraiso located in Precinct # 3.
 
D.
AI-101888
Approval of Magic Valley Purchase of Power Agreement for the transfer of 21 streetlights for Pueblo De Palmas 18 located in Precinct # 4
 
E.
AI-101935
Approval of Magic Valley Purchase of Power Agreement for the installation of 12 streetlights for Herencia Manor located in Precinct #1
 
21.
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.
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-101978
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 3 from the contracted vendor, NM Contracting, LLC in connection with the "Construction for [ARPA-24-121-358] Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Wellness, Activity, and Community Center (WACC) Project" (C-24-0295-10-15)  for a total project amount increase not to exceed $136,174.10 and an increase of 90 additional days, as recommended and as detailed by project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC.  
 
B.
Pct. 3
 
1.
AI-101948
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, 8/A Builders, LLC, through HC's membership with TIPS (JOC Contract# 23010402), for the "Veterans Memorial Pavilion Improvements - Additional Scope" project in the amount of $103,897.00; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds. 
 
C.
Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-101950
Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated On-Call Professional Services Agreements with the following Firms, for each of the Professional Services identified below for projects located within Precinct No.4, on an as-needed basis, as ranked and approved by CC(12/16/25, AI-101737); with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.

(2) Architectural Services
[26-0001] - ERO Architects
[26-0002] - Milnet Architectural Services

(2) Appraisal Services
[26-0003] - Appraisal Haus, LLC
[26-0004] - Leonel Garza, Jr., & Associates, Inc.

(1) Appraisal Review
[26-0005] - CBRE, Inc.

(2) Surveying Services
[26-0006] - Quintaniilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.
[26-0007] - SAMES, Inc.

(2) Engineering Services (R&B, CIP, and Other General Projects)
[26-0008] - GDJ Engineering, LLC
[26-0009] - TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc.

(2) Engineering Services (Buildings, Renovations, Alterations, and Other Projects in General)
[26-0010] - RO Engineering, PLLC
[26-0011] - Halff Associates, Inc.

(2) Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing
[26-0012] - Raba Kistner, Inc.
[26-0013] - B2Z Engineering, LLC
 
D.
IT Department
 
1.
AI-101860
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Odyssey Software (Enterprise Justice) Annual Maintenance and Support Agreement renewal (Proforma No. 110861) with, sole sourced vendor, Tyler Technologies, Inc. in the total amount of $560,588.12
 
E.
Sheriff's Office
 
1.
AI-101962
A. Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for "Screening Assessment & Psychiatric Evaluation for Inmates" (C-20-403-12-15) under the same rates, terms, and conditions. 
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Service Agreement between HC and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (C-20-403-12-15) to modify the on-site service hours to no less than twenty-four (24) hours and increase the maximum dollar amount sum not to exceed $239,017.00 under the same contract terms and conditions. 
 
F.
Co. Wide
 
1.
AI-101968
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Interlocal Governmental Agreement between HC and the HC Drainage District for participation in the Self-Funded Medical Insurance Program, Stop Loss, Pharmacy, Term Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Products employee benefits for the Fiscal Year 2026. Subject to final legal approval.
 
2.
AI-101915
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Interlocal Governmental Agreement between HC and the HC Appraisal District for participation in the Self-Funded Medical Insurance Program, Stop Loss, Pharmacy, Term Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Products employee benefits for the Fiscal Year 2026.
 
3.
AI-101777
Requesting approval to award contract to Triton Trading, Inc., the qualified responsive bidder, for "Bulk Gasoline-On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Miscellaneous Products" (C-25-0641-01-06).
 
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-101883
Approval of Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and Museum of South Texas History in the amount of $460,000.00
 
C.
AI-101884
Approval of Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Donna Hooks Fletcher Museum in the amount of $10,000.00
 
D.
AI-101885
Approval of Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Mission Historical Museum in the amount of $10,000.00
 
E.
AI-101886
Approval of Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the McAllen Heritage Center in the amount of $10,000.00
 
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-101952
Civil Action No. 7:25-CV-00443; Angel Adalberto Alanis, Jr. v. Officer Anthony Lozano, et al.
 
D.
AI-101976
Civil Action No. 7:25-CV-177 Estate of Melissa De La Cruz v. Hidalgo County, Texas
 
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-101953
Civil Action No. 7:25-CV-00443; Angel Adalberto Alanis, Jr. v. Officer Anthony Lozano, et al.
 
D.
AI-101977
Civil Action No. 7:25-CV-177 Estate of Melissa De La Cruz v. Hidalgo County, Texas
 
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