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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING APRIL 14, 2026 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-102828
Proclamation declaring April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month.
B.
AI-102829
Proclamation declaring April 19-25, 2026 as National Crime Victims' Rights Week.
C.
AI-102966
Requesting Approval of Proclamation Recognizing April 2026 as National Donate Life Month.
D.
AI-103023
Approval of Proclamation recognizing the McAllen Chamber of Commerce for its 5-Star Accreditation.
E.
AI-103077
Announcement of partnership between Hidalgo County Pct.1 and South Texas College, STC Avionics Program.
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-103090
Discussion, consideration and action regarding an Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo, Texas and the AltaCair Foundation.
8.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-103054
1. Discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force continued participation in Texas LESO Program, formerly known as Texas 1033 Surplus Program.
2. Authorization for County Judge, Commander and Chief White, as authorized officials, to sign required documents.
3. Authorization and approval to participate, select and receive equipment under Texas LESO Program, with selection list to be submitted prior to receipt.
2. Authorization for County Judge, Commander and Chief White, as authorized officials, to sign required documents.
3. Authorization and approval to participate, select and receive equipment under Texas LESO Program, with selection list to be submitted prior to receipt.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-102874
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to implement Emergency Medical Program AHA Training and Site Policy and Procedures Manual
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to implement Emergency Medical Program Standard Operating Procedure CPR Training Operations
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to implement Emergency Medical Program Standard Operating Procedure CPR Training Operations
B.
AI-102714
Sheriff's Office - Shooting Range OAG
Approval to enter MOU between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Office of the Attorney General — Medicaid Fraud Control Unit regarding the use of the HCSO Shooting Range with authority for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as a Law Enforcement Official and Hidalgo County Judge to sign MOU.
Approval to enter MOU between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Office of the Attorney General — Medicaid Fraud Control Unit regarding the use of the HCSO Shooting Range with authority for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as a Law Enforcement Official and Hidalgo County Judge to sign MOU.
C.
AI-103018
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (1282):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial - Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program with the U.S. Department of Justice.
2. Discussion, consideration, review, and approval of the program Application /Narrative for the grant.
3. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documentation.
4. Authorization for the County Executive Officer to sign required form(s) required for the FY2025 JAG Program applications
5. Authorization for County Judge to sign OMB No. 4040-0004 as Authorized Representative ("AOR")
6. Authorization for the County Judge to certify the required documentation and application under Grants Management System as authorized officia
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial - Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program with the U.S. Department of Justice.
2. Discussion, consideration, review, and approval of the program Application /Narrative for the grant.
3. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documentation.
4. Authorization for the County Executive Officer to sign required form(s) required for the FY2025 JAG Program applications
5. Authorization for County Judge to sign OMB No. 4040-0004 as Authorized Representative ("AOR")
6. Authorization for the County Judge to certify the required documentation and application under Grants Management System as authorized officia
10.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-103020
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Armando Campos, Carlos Elizondo, Roberto Perez as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. #2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
11.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-103040
Constable Precinct 3 - LEOSE (1220):
Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $3,293.02 for the 2026 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public
Accounts and appropriation of the same.
Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $3,293.02 for the 2026 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public
Accounts and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-103045
Constable Pct. 3 - LEOSE (1220):
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI 102776 on 03/31/2026 for appropriation of Constable Pct. 3 LEOSE funds in the amount of $343.26 from FY2025.
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI 102776 on 03/31/2026 for appropriation of Constable Pct. 3 LEOSE funds in the amount of $343.26 from FY2025.
12.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-103003
Requesting approval of 2026 appropriation of fund balance for Constable Precinct 4 Chapter 59 in the amount of $180,940.05.
13.
Constable Pct. #5:
A.
AI-102921
Constable Pct 5:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Samuel Olivarez as a Deputy Constable by Constable Daniel Marichalar Constable Pct 5 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Samuel Olivarez as a Deputy Constable by Constable Daniel Marichalar Constable Pct 5 in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011
B.
AI-102958
Constable Pct. 5 - TTBH MHOP FY26 (1285):
Requesting approval to rescind action on AI-102296 (CC 02/03/2026). The reclassification of PP26, PP01, & PP02 payroll expenditures of former employee #132586 from TTBH-MHOP FY26 (1285) to Constable Pct. 5 General Fund (1100) is no longer needed.
Requesting approval to rescind action on AI-102296 (CC 02/03/2026). The reclassification of PP26, PP01, & PP02 payroll expenditures of former employee #132586 from TTBH-MHOP FY26 (1285) to Constable Pct. 5 General Fund (1100) is no longer needed.
14.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-103063
Requesting approval to process payments of invoices to Triple R for monitoring surveillance with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice No. | Date | Amount |
| Triple R | 11468 | 1/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11641 | 2/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11800 | 3/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11988 | 4/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11397 | 1/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11577 | 2/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11734 | 3/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11919 | 4/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11425 | 1/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11601 | 2/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11758 | 3/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Triple R | 11943 | 4/1/2026 | $24.99 |
| Total | $299.88 | ||
15.
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-103009
Jail (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 280-002 | 0530 | Carpenter II | 07 |
| Create | 280-002 | 0540 | Maintenance III | 07 |
C.
AI-103022
389th DC (1100):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 134562 to Bailiff II slot no. 008-001-0008.
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Delete & Remove Interpreter Allowance | 008-001 | 0007 | Bailiff I | 11 | $2,500.00 | $0.00 |
| Create & Add Interpreter Allowance | 008-001 | 0008 | Bailiff II | 13 | $0.00 | $2,500.00 |
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 134562 to Bailiff II slot no. 008-001-0008.
D.
AI-103021
Environmental Health (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 04/20/2026:
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 04/20/2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 340-002 | 0021 | Supervisor II | 11 |
| Create | 340-002 | 0028 | Supervisor III | 13 |
16.
Urban County:
A.
AI-103000
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 purpose of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of La Joya and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 2025 City of La Joya Parks & Recreational Facilities Improvement Funds.
3 . Discussion, consideration and action requesting authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ____________ for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2025 City of La Joya Parks & Recreational Project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of La Joya and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 2025 City of La Joya Parks & Recreational Facilities Improvement Funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| RRP Consulting Engineers | 94.33% | |
| HC Engineering | 91% | |
| M2 Engineering | 81% |
3 . Discussion, consideration and action requesting authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ____________ for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2025 City of La Joya Parks & Recreational Project.
B.
AI-103001
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of Sullivan City and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 2025 City of Sullivan City Street Improvement Funds.
3. Discussion, consideration and action requesting authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________ for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2025 City of Sullivan City Street Improvement Project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of Sullivan City and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 2025 City of Sullivan City Street Improvement Funds.
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Professional Service Firm
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Grade | Ranked |
| Izaguirre Engineering Group | 94.33% | |
| M2 Engineering, PLLC | 93.33% | |
| Javier Hinojosa Engineering | 76% |
3. Discussion, consideration and action requesting authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________ for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2025 City of Sullivan City Street Improvement Project.
C.
AI-103002
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services-Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing services;
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 2025 Sullivan City Street Improvement funds
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Year 2025 Sullivan City Street Improvements project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 2025 Sullivan City Street Improvement funds
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Millenium | 94.66% | |
| Raba Kistner, Inc | 93% | |
| L&G Consulting Engineers | 88.33% |
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Year 2025 Sullivan City Street Improvements project.
17.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-103019
1. Requesting approval to rescind action #2 taken on Agenda Item 101961, approved by Commissioners' Court on 01/06/2026, due to a change in account number.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as Certified by County Auditor in the amount of $100,000.00 and to appropriate the same for the period 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as Certified by County Auditor in the amount of $100,000.00 and to appropriate the same for the period 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026.
B.
AI-103044
1. Requesting approval to accept the NEHA-FDA Retail Flexible Funding Model Grant Award Letter with a term of 4/1/2026 to 3/31/2027.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $8,500.00 and to appropriate the same.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $8,500.00 and to appropriate the same.
C.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-102834
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.
18.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-102989
Discussion/Approval of Revisions of 2026-2027 Poverty Guidelines, Priority Guidelines and Definitions.
B.
AI-102990
Discussion/Approval of Election of Goods and/or Services and Master Interlocal Agreement with Region One Education Services Center for the Purpose of Purchasing all Food, Commodities, Uniforms, Supplies and Services.
C.
AI-102991
1. Discussion/Approval of Revision of Incident Notification Policy
2. Discussion/Approval of Revision of Video Playback Request Policy
2. Discussion/Approval of Revision of Video Playback Request Policy
19.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-102979
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency Strategic Plan for Program years 2026-2031.
B.
AI-103025
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept Amendment No. 5 to the FY 2025 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Contract No. 61250004355, issued by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, to extend the contract date to June 30, 2026. 2. To authorize Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
20.
Elections Department:
A.
AI-103026
1. Discussion on Election Updates
2. Approval of the 2026 May Local Entities Elections Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities:
2. Approval of the 2026 May Local Entities Elections Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities:
- Mission CISD
- McAllen ISD
- Sharyland ISD
- South Texas College
- City of Edcouch
- City of Elsa
- City of Mercedes
- Hidalgo County Emergency Services District No. 1
21.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-103042
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcel Numbers 81 and 128 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.
22.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-103082
Requesting approval to enter into a Multiple Use Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (HCRMA) for the construction of the Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project — Segment 3, subject to final legal review and approval, with authority for the County Judge to sign said agreement.
B.
AI-103083
1. Requesting approval to submit the application for the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship Program, with a finding by the Commissioners Court that the program serves a public purpose by supporting UT Students returning to the County and the region in order to promote local employers, local employment, and the local economy.
2. Requesting approval to include a Community Support contribution in the amount of $5,000.00 for two interns, with the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship application, for the Home to Texas scholarship fund.
3. Requesting approval to appoint Jose Ochoa-Escobedo and Mabel Vazquez, students at the University of Texas at Austin, as interns with Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for the period of June 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026.
2. Requesting approval to include a Community Support contribution in the amount of $5,000.00 for two interns, with the Home to Texas, UT Austin Summer Internship application, for the Home to Texas scholarship fund.
3. Requesting approval to appoint Jose Ochoa-Escobedo and Mabel Vazquez, students at the University of Texas at Austin, as interns with Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for the period of June 1, 2026, through July 31, 2026.
23.
Budget & Management:
A.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-102934
Pct.4 Rd Maint/Pct4 Drain Imprv Prj (1200):
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $340,451.29 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Raymondville Drainage Project and appropriation of the same.
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $340,451.29 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Raymondville Drainage Project and appropriation of the same.
24.
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.
Hidalgo County
1.
AI-103067
Courthouse Law Library:
Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year software license agreement with sole sourced vendor, Lexis Nexis, a division of RELX Inc., in the total estimated amount of $106,234.00
Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year software license agreement with sole sourced vendor, Lexis Nexis, a division of RELX Inc., in the total estimated amount of $106,234.00
2.
AI-103085
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4), a personal or professional service;
B. Requesting approval of a Consulting Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and Rene A. Ramirez (Pathfinder Public Affairs), for County Wide Consulting Services.
B. Requesting approval of a Consulting Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and Rene A. Ramirez (Pathfinder Public Affairs), for County Wide Consulting Services.
3.
AI-103058
Discussion, consideration, and action on Work Authorization No.11 [as drafted & approved as to legal form by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Jacobs Project Management Services Co.[C-16-267A-07-25], for the provision of extending the program, and Construction Management Services [as described in the document] in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse Project; with authority for County Judge and/or Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign any required documents.
B.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-102589
A. Pursuant to Texas LGC Chapter 263.151 (2)(B)(C)(D) and 263.152 (a)(2) requesting action to declare heavy equipment as listed in Exhibit "A" as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition for use as "trade-in" toward the acquisition of new heavy equipment including the removal of said asset from the inventory list.
B. Requesting approval to purchase three (3) heavy equipment models (Water Truck, Road Tractor, and Sweeper) through HC's membership with The Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA OD-420-25), from Big D Tractor Co. LLC dba Blue Cat Rentals / Frontera Materials, in the total amount of $347,915.00
B. Requesting approval to purchase three (3) heavy equipment models (Water Truck, Road Tractor, and Sweeper) through HC's membership with The Purchasing Cooperative of America (PCA OD-420-25), from Big D Tractor Co. LLC dba Blue Cat Rentals / Frontera Materials, in the total amount of $347,915.00
2.
AI-103008
Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-26-0213-04-14) with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, located within Precinct 3, on an as-needed basis, as ranked and approved by CC (03/31/2026; AI-102984); with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-103015
Requesting approval to purchase three (3) 2026 Mack GR64B Trucks through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System Cooperative (TIPS-USA Contract No.230802), from East Texas Mack Sales LLC. in the total amount of $720,795.00
D.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-103012
A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of graded vendor submissions with the recommendation by the evaluation committee members for "Electronic Record (EHR) System and Implementation" (RFP-26-0047-03-25-04).
B. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate with the No. 1 ranked vendor ______________________ to finalize an agreement for "Electronic Record (EHR) System and Implementation".
| Evaluated Vendors | Patagonia Health | E*HealthLine.com, Inc. | Netsmart Technologies, Inc. | Medicalistics | Wellness Center |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 | 4.5 | 3 | 4.5 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
| Evaluator No. 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Evaluator No. 4 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 4 |
| Evaluator No. 5 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Total Score | 5 | 11 | 19.5 | 17.5 | 22 |
| Rank |
E.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-103028
Requesting approval to purchase kitchen equipment through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative (Contract No. 789-25), from Southwest Texas Equipment Distributors, Inc dba Mission Restaurant Supply, in the total amount of $125,219.00
F.
Juvenile Probation
1.
AI-103048
Requesting approval to purchase furniture through HC's memberships with OMNIA & TIPS, from Texas Wilson, in the total amount not to exceed $228,880.21, in connection with the "[ARPA-23-330-344] Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility Project".
G.
District Attorney
1.
AI-103055
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 "[26-0078-03-20-6] HVAC Improvements at Hidalgo County District Attorney's Annex 3":
B. Requesting authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Construction Agreement commencing with the No.1 ranked vendor, ________________, for "[26-0078-03-20-6] HVAC Improvements at Hidalgo County District Attorney's Annex 3." If an agreement cannot be reached, authorization is requested to proceed with the next highest ranked vendor.
| Participating Vendors | SKO Elite, LLC | Synergy Development & Construction, LLC |
| Evaluator 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Evaluator 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Evaluator 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Evaluator 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 4 | 8 |
| Rank |
H.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-102872
Requesting authority to purchase aftermarket equipment for seventy-four (74) vehicles under the lease program through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 240502), with Enterprise Fleet Management, in the total amount of $2,235,030.46
25.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion and possible action of the following:
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
4) Update on ongoing ARPA Projects
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
4) Update on ongoing ARPA Projects
B.
AI-102995
Approval to accept a settlement check from National General Insurance Company in the amount of $11,299.55 to settle an auto accident claim with a County vehicle (Sheriff's Department).
C.
AI-103093
Discussion, consideration and possible action authorizing the use of JP Pct 5 parking lot area (708 E Edinburg Ave, Suite B, Elsa, TX 78543) in conjunction with RGV Food Bank and JP Pct 5 food distribution effort.
26.
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-103080
Cause No. C-1515-26-F; Petition of Bernardo Rafael Munoz Gaspar v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
D.
AI-103086
Cause No. CL-26-1209-E; Petra Velasquez Galeno vs. Hidalgo County, Texas, et al.
27.
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)
28.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-103079
Cause No. C-1515-26-F; Petition of Bernardo Rafael Munoz Gaspar v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
D.
AI-103087
Cause No. CL-26-1209-E; Petra Velasquez Galeno vs. Hidalgo County, Texas, et al.
29.
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
30.
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
31.
Adjourn