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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING APRIL 28, 2026 2:00 P.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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 Awards/Recognitions:
A.
AI-103209
Proclamation recognizing RGVLS Champion Sofia Briceno
B.
AI-103145
Proclamation recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month, Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week & National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day.
C.
AI-102830
Proclamation declaring April 2026 as National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
D.
AI-103146
Proclamation recognizing Hidalgo County AgriLife Extension volunteers in honor of National Volunteer Month.
E.
AI-103092
Proclamation declaring April 2026 as National Volunteer Month in Recognition of AmeriCorps Volunteers.
F.
AI-103101
Proclamation declaring April 2026 as STI Awareness Month
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-103208
Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County and the YAQUI ANIMAL RESCUE for the public purpose of assisting Hidalgo County in preventing the spread of rabies, and managing stray and pet overpopulation to ensure the health and safety of the county's residents.
8.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-103210
Discussion and approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Texas Division of Emergency Management Assistance Teams (TEMAT) Program and the County of Hidalgo for employees participating in specialized response teams composed of local and state resources.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-103155
Approval of amendment by the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Texas Department of Transportation regarding permission to install LPR on TxDot right-of-way.
B.
AI-102720
Sheriff's Office - STC Training Simulator:
Approval to enter an MOU between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and South Texas College regarding the use of the STC Training Simulator with authority for Hidalgo County Sheriff, a Law Enforcement Official to sign the MOU.
Approval to enter an MOU between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and South Texas College regarding the use of the STC Training Simulator with authority for Hidalgo County Sheriff, a Law Enforcement Official to sign the MOU.
C.
AI-103129
Sheriff's Office - Secret Service MOU:
1. Authorization and approval for HCSO enter into a MOU with the U.S. Secret Service regarding the use of their digital evidence forensics lab.
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign the MOU.
1. Authorization and approval for HCSO enter into a MOU with the U.S. Secret Service regarding the use of their digital evidence forensics lab.
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign the MOU.
D.
AI-102927
Sheriff's L.E.O.S.E. (Fund 1220)
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the 2026 L.E.O.S.E. allocation payment of $93,841.38 received from the State Comptroller of Public Accounts.
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2026 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation in the amount of $93,841.38.
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the 2026 L.E.O.S.E. allocation payment of $93,841.38 received from the State Comptroller of Public Accounts.
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2026 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation in the amount of $93,841.38.
E.
AI-103137
Sheriff's Office - SB8 Grant Clarification
Requesting approval of clarification to agenda item #102467 SB8 Grant Application. Clarification of line #2 reflecting Hidalgo County Sheriff signing the resolution in place of County Judge Richard Cortez.
Requesting approval of clarification to agenda item #102467 SB8 Grant Application. Clarification of line #2 reflecting Hidalgo County Sheriff signing the resolution in place of County Judge Richard Cortez.
F.
AI-103126
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Mia Bagstad, student at A&M University, as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of May 2026 to August 2026
10.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-103116
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Jaime Alfonso De La Garza as a Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011
11.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-103164
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Eric Salazar as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable Lazaro Gallardo,Jr., Constable Pct. 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
12.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-103065
Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $3,814.71 for the 2026 Peace Officer Allocation LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts and appropriation of the same.
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-103162
Pct. 1 Admin. (1200) / Parks Pct. 1 (1100):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
2. Approval to create a temporary full-time position, beginning 05/04/2026 through 09/18/2026:
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 121-004 | 0037 | Program Specialist I | 09 |
| Create | 121-004 | 0041 | Accounting Clerk II | 08 |
2. Approval to create a temporary full-time position, beginning 05/04/2026 through 09/18/2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Hourly Rate |
| Create | 121-013 | T033 | Maintenance II | $15.52 |
C.
AI-103255
Pct. 2 Administration (1200):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 122-005 | 0034 | Coordinator II | 11 |
D.
AI-103244
Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval of the following action, effective 05/01/2026 through 11/01/2026:
2. Approval of the following action, effective 01/01/2026 through 04/19/2026:
1. Approval of the following action, effective 05/01/2026 through 11/01/2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Amount | Proposed Amount |
| Extend Supplemental Allowance | 123-005 | 0004 | Director, Field Operations II | $5,000.00 | $4,000.00 |
2. Approval of the following action, effective 01/01/2026 through 04/19/2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Amount | Proposed Amount |
| Extend Supplemental Allowance | 123-005 | 0138 | Equipment Operator III | $4,000.00 | $4,000.00 |
E.
AI-103163
WIC Adm. (1292):
Approval to delete slots as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
Approval to delete slots as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
14.
Urban County:
A.
AI-103236
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 Palmview, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of Palmview and funded through CDBG Program Year 2025 City of Palmview 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 CDBG Program Year 2025 Palmview 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 Palmview, the Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with the City of Palmview and funded through CDBG Program Year 2025 City of Palmview Street Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Professional Service Firm | Ranked |
| Izaguirre Engineering Group | 96.33% | |
| Fulcrum Consulting Services | 85.66% | |
| R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation | 84% |
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 CDBG Program Year 2025 Palmview City Street Improvement Project.
B.
AI-103238
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 purposes 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 Palmview, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through CDBG Program Year 2025 Palmview 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 Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing Service for CDBG Program Year 2025 Palmview Street Improvements project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes 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 Palmview, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through CDBG Program Year 2025 Palmview Street Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Professional Service Firm | Ranked |
| B2Z Engineering | 95.33% | |
| Raba Kistner, Inc. | 95% | |
| Millennium Engineering Group | 90.66% |
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 Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing Service for CDBG Program Year 2025 Palmview Street Improvements project.
C.
AI-103199
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a) (4) for Professional Engineering Surveying Services
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of three (3) Professional Engineering Surveying Service firms from the County's approval "pool' as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program staff and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with, and funded through FY 2025 HOME Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program funds.
3. Requesting authority to negotiate a Professional Engineering Surveying Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________________ for the provision of Professional Engineering and Surveying Services for HOME Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court of three (3) Professional Engineering Surveying Service firms from the County's approval "pool' as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program staff and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with, and funded through FY 2025 HOME Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Evaluation Score | Ranked |
| Kane Lindsey, LLC | 95 | |
| Rio Delta Engineering | 88 | |
| Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. | 81 |
3. Requesting authority to negotiate a Professional Engineering Surveying Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________________ for the provision of Professional Engineering and Surveying Services for HOME Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
D.
AI-103185
1. Requesting consideration for approval of the Resolution and submittal of the Hidalgo County Urban County Program FY 2026 Annual Action Plan proposed use of funds for the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) - CDBG, HOME and ESG Programs, for the period of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027.
2. Requesting authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to FY 2026 Annual Action Plan.
2. Requesting authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to FY 2026 Annual Action Plan.
E.
AI-103182
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the final negotiated Professional Engineering service agreement (C-23-0311-12-12) with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for the Hidalgo County Precinct No.1 "Nolana Loop (FM 88- FM 907) Project", as ranked & approved by CC (07/25/23, AI-91748); with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.2 in the amount of $958,040.00, to provide Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1, "Nolana Loop Project Section 4 (From FM 493 to FM 88) with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation and issuance of a Notice to Proceed.
3. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Service Agreement with L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. requesting authority to engage sub-consultants, ROW Surveying Services, LLC; ETSI Group, LLC, and C&M Associates, Inc.
2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.2 in the amount of $958,040.00, to provide Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1, "Nolana Loop Project Section 4 (From FM 493 to FM 88) with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation and issuance of a Notice to Proceed.
3. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Service Agreement with L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. requesting authority to engage sub-consultants, ROW Surveying Services, LLC; ETSI Group, LLC, and C&M Associates, Inc.
15.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-102827
Requesting approval to conduct immunization clinics at consulates quarterly between May 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 at no cost to the attendees.
B.
AI-103140
Requesting approval to accept the IMM/LOCALS HHS001331300042, Amendment No. 4 with a contract term of September 1, 2023 through August 31, 2027 and for County Judge to e-sign the grant agreement and related documents. The purpose of this amendment is to extend the term of the contract by one year.
C.
AI-103107
Requesting approval to submit a budget revision to the Texas Department of State Health Services for the PHEP HHS001439500024 grant contract for FY 26. The purpose is to realign available funds.
D.
AI-103095
Requesting approval to submit a budget revision to the Texas Department of State Health Services on the HPDCP/OCDS grant contract #HHS001186200001. The purpose is to realign available funds between the different budget categories.
E.
AI-103150
Requesting authorization to submit the revalidation application to continue enrollment in Medicare and requesting authorization for Dairen Sarmiento Rangel, Director of the Health and Human Services department to sign the application documents.
F.
AI-103167
Requesting authorization to submit the revalidation application to continue enrollment in Medicaid and requesting authorization for Dairen Sarmiento Rangel, Director of the Health and Human Services department to sign the application documents.
G.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-103125
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Hospital Augmented Reimbursement Program (HARP) SFY 2026 2
nd Half Year 5 IGT in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 04/29/2026 and a settlement date of 04/30/2026.
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.
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-103154
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Aligning Technology by Linking Interoperable Systems (ATLIS) SFY 2026 First Payment IGT in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 04-30-2026 and a settlement date of 05-01-2026.
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.
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.
16.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-103144
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept a contribution of $5,000 from TXU Energy in support of Utility Assistance.
B.
AI-103141
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Evaluation Proposal Scoring Grid results, designating CrashPlan Group LLC, as the highest-ranked vendor, and to approve the award of a three-year contract for the provision of cloud-based backup services to the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency (HCCSA).
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract agreement with CrashPlan.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract agreement with CrashPlan.
C.
AI-103190
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Evaluation Proposal Scoring Grid results, designating SkillPath Enterprise Solutions as the highest-ranked vendor, and to approve the award of a one-year contract to provide online training for HCCSA employees to strengthen their ability to serve clients efficiently and professionally, while enhancing core competencies. (HCCSA).
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract agreement with SkillPath Enterprise Solutions.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract agreement with SkillPath Enterprise Solutions.
17.
WIC:
A.
AI-103109
WIC Program - (1292)
Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) Certification Form
Requesting approval for County Judge to sign the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) Certification Form
18.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-103160
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: Izaguirre Engineering Group LLC.
Legal Description: 24.30 Acres out of Lot 12 Lot 13 Blk. 20 Texan Gardens Subdivision; Proposed Iowa Groves Subdivision (Iowa Road & Mile 8 Road) (Pct. 3)
b. Applicant: Nordhausen Utility Construction LLC.
Legal Description: 26.92 acres out of Farm Tract 1116 & 1125 West & Adams Tract Subdivision; Proposed Pueblo de Palmas Ph. 28 Subdivision (F.M. 1015 & Mile 14 North Road) (Pct. 1)
a. Applicant: Izaguirre Engineering Group LLC.
Legal Description: 24.30 Acres out of Lot 12 Lot 13 Blk. 20 Texan Gardens Subdivision; Proposed Iowa Groves Subdivision (Iowa Road & Mile 8 Road) (Pct. 3)
b. Applicant: Nordhausen Utility Construction LLC.
Legal Description: 26.92 acres out of Farm Tract 1116 & 1125 West & Adams Tract Subdivision; Proposed Pueblo de Palmas Ph. 28 Subdivision (F.M. 1015 & Mile 14 North Road) (Pct. 1)
19.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-103235
Requesting approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor for the revised grant budget in the amount of $23,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
20.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-103219
Discussion and approval of appointment to the Housing Authority of the County of Hidalgo, Precinct 3 Board Member.
21.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-103226
Discussion, consideration, and action authorizing Hidalgo County to submit an application for
The Planning and Demonstration Grant -FY 2026 for Precinct 4 with authorization for Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres to sign any documentation associated with this submittal.
B.
AI-103132
Discussion, consideration and approval of Order Closing, Abandoning, Vacating and Discontinuing a portion of a 60' county road out of Lot 7 R.B. Curry Survey No. 1 Subdivision, as recorded in Volume 2, Page 23, Hidalgo County Map Records, Hidalgo County, Texas.
22.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-103220
Discussion, consideration and approval of proposed changes to the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Incentive Pay Plan as follows:
1. Approval to add Color Guard assignment pay at Level I limited to 20 slots.
2. Approval to add SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) assignment pay at Level II limited to 42 slots.
1. Approval to add Color Guard assignment pay at Level I limited to 20 slots.
2. Approval to add SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) assignment pay at Level II limited to 42 slots.
B.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-103050
Requesting approval of budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
C.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-103136
County Clerk Records Management (1237):
Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the Co. Clerks Records Management Fund (1237) Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $130,000 to cover upcoming software expenditures for Kleio.
Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the Co. Clerks Records Management Fund (1237) Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $130,000 to cover upcoming software expenditures for Kleio.
D.
AI-103112
Approval to submit a request for funds (Unclaimed Capital Credit) from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts as authorized under Section 74.602 of the Texas Property Code, with authority for the County Judge to sign the letter request.
23.
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-103189
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Hidalgo County Advertising Policy
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-103196
A. Requesting exemption from bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code section 262.024 (a) (4): a personal or professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County's pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1";
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm ____________ for the provision of "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1"
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County's pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1";
| Evaluated Firms | S2 Engineering, PLLC | Fulcrum Consulting Services | R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Total | 3 | 7 | 8 |
| Rank |
2.
AI-103194
A. Requesting exemption from bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code section 262.024 (a) (4): a personal or professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County's pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1";
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services agreement with the number one ranked firm ____________ for the provision of "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1"
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County's pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No. 1";
| Evaluated Firms | B2Z Engineering, LLC | KCI Technologies, Inc. | LeFevre 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 |
3.
AI-103119
A. Discussion and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Weslaco for the Mile 4 1/2 W Rd Improvement Project.
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road improvement project to Mile 4 1/2 W.
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road improvement project to Mile 4 1/2 W.
4.
AI-102985
Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Donna Independent School District to assist each other in the public purpose of providing educational opportunities to the students and residents of the County and assisting the County in its functions of animal regulation.
C.
Pct 2
1.
AI-103263
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 3 from 8/A Builders, for the "Palmer Pavilion Park Improvement Project" (C-25-0235-04-15), as recommended by the Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-103261
Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between Hidalgo County and the City of Mission for improvements and project development activities of The Los Ebanos Road Project, from Interstate Highway 2(IH-2) to Military Parkway (Phase II).
E.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-103254
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional services;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 "Professional Engineering Services for the Safe Streets and Roads - Planning and Demonstrating Grant for FY 2026" project.
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ________ for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 "Professional Engineering Services for the Safe Streets and Roads - Planning and Demonstrating Grant for FY 2026" Project.
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 "Professional Engineering Services for the Safe Streets and Roads - Planning and Demonstrating Grant for FY 2026" project.
| Evaluated Firms | BTI, Inc. | CONSOR Engineers, LLC | South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 6 | 3 | 9 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and Scoring conducted by PCT 4. | |||
2.
AI-103241
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code section 262.024 (a) (4): a personal or professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County's pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "Professional Engineering Services for the Carmen Avila Community Health Service Facility Retrofit Project in Precinct 4";
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services agreement with the number one ranked firm ____________ for "Professional Engineering Services for the Carmen Avila Community Health Service Facility Retrofit Project in Precinct 4".
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County's pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "Professional Engineering Services for the Carmen Avila Community Health Service Facility Retrofit Project in Precinct 4";
| Evaluated Firm |
CSJ Group | KCI Technologies, Inc. | Rio Delta Engineering |
| Evaluator No. 1 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| RANK |
| *Evaluation Conducted by Pct. 4 |
3.
AI-103091
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-25-0685-04-28) with B2Z Engineering, LLC for "Hike and Bike Trail Project in Precinct No.4", as ranked and approved by CC (AI-101611;11/25/2025).
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, not to exceed, in the amount of $216,603.93, to provide Professional Engineering Services for " Hike and Bike Trail Project in Precinct No.4", with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, not to exceed, in the amount of $216,603.93, to provide Professional Engineering Services for " Hike and Bike Trail Project in Precinct No.4", with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
F.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-103216
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between HC Health and Human Services Department (HHSD) and Unidos Contra La Diabetes (UCD) to conduct laboratory services to individuals served by UCD.
G.
WIC
1.
AI-103149
Requesting approval to purchase Dell Pro Computer Equipment through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR-CPO-5792), from Dell Marketing L.P., in the total amount of $143,510.52
H.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-103248
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, SKO Elite, LLC, for the total amount of $765,817.50; in connection with "HVAC Improvements at Hidalgo County District Attorney's Annex 3" project;
B. Approval to execute the final Construction agreement between Hidalgo County and SKO Elite, LLC, for the "HVAC Improvements at Hidalgo County District Attorney's Annex 3"" project (26-0078-04-28) 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 SKO Elite, LLC, for the "HVAC Improvements at Hidalgo County District Attorney's Annex 3"" project (26-0078-04-28) with authority to issue the Notice to Proceed upon the receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
I.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-103113
Requesting approval to award contract to Upper Valley Mail Services, LLC, the qualified sole responsive bidder, for "Mailing Services" (C-26-0186-04-28).
24.
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-103105
Discussion, consideration and action on Licensed Training Provider Agreement between The American National Red Cross and Hidalgo County Safety Division for CPR training
C.
AI-103172
Discussion and action on Resolution to approve Private Bid submitted for struck-off property under T-1190-15-J.
D.
AI-103207
Approval to submit 2025 Population and Accreditation Standards Summary (PASS) Tool - Texas Public Libraries Annual Report with authority for County Judge to sign
E.
AI-103135
Approval to accept a settlement check from Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) in the amount of $1,173.17 to settle an auto accident claim with a County vehicle (Facilities Management).
F.
AI-103237
Approval to accept a settlement check from Progressive Insurance in the amount of $10,539.97 to settle an auto accident claim with a County vehicle (Constables Precinct #5).
G.
AI-103250
Approval to accept a check from Princeton Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance Company in the amount of $248,818.70 for reimbursement of amount exceeding SIR in connection with Cause No.: 4198-21-F; Marcos Antonio Hernandez, et al v. City of Alamo, et al.
25.
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-103222
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code Section 551.087: Project Slush Puppy.
D.
AI-103230
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code – Project Cedar Dove.
E.
AI-103120
In re National Prescription Opiate Litigation, MDL 2804 (secondary manufacturers)
F.
AI-103098
Claim of Moraima Villegas
G.
AI-103252
Claim of Project Resources Group, Inc.
26.
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)
27.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-103223
Deliberation and possible action regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code Section 551.087: Project Slush Puppy.
D.
AI-103231
Deliberation and possible action regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code – Project Cedar Dove.
E.
AI-103121
In re National Prescription Opiate Litigation, MDL 2804 (secondary manufacturers)
F.
AI-103099
Claim of Moraima Villegas
G.
AI-103253
Claim of Project Resources Group, Inc.
28.
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
29.
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
30.
Adjourn