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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING MAY 12, 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 Awards/Recognitions:
A.
AI-103213
Proclamation Recognizing May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month
B.
AI-103221
Proclamation declaring May 2026 as National Nurses Month
C.
AI-103192
Proclamation designating May 2026 as Community Action Month
D.
AI-103339
Proclamation recognizing May 2026 as National Stroke Awareness Month
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-103393
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Modification No. 1 to the Technical Assistance Agreement between the North American Development Bank and Hidalgo County.
8.
Emergency Management
A.
AI-103392
1. Approval to designate County Judge Richard Cortez, County Auditor Letty Chavez, and County Treasurer Lita Leo as authorized officials for the Texas General Land Office Depository/Authorized Signatories Designation Form.
2. Authorization for the County Judge, Auditor, and Treasurer to serve as authorized officials and sign all documents related to the grant.
2. Authorization for the County Judge, Auditor, and Treasurer to serve as authorized officials and sign all documents related to the grant.
9.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-103371
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Approval to accept FY2025 Reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA to close out the FY2023 grant funds.
Approval to accept FY2025 Reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA to close out the FY2023 grant funds.
B.
AI-103328
HIDTA Grant (1291)
1. Authorization and approval to de-obligate $55,000 from FY25 Grant as per STX HIDTA Executive Board.
C.
AI-103359
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Approval to accept FY2023 Reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA to close out the FY2023 grant funds.
Approval to accept FY2023 Reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA to close out the FY2023 grant funds.
10.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-103351
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Jeremy Reyes as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., Constable Precinct 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011
11.
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-103296
Pct. 1 Administration (1200):
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 | 121-004 | 0014 | Call Center Specialist | 12 |
| Create | 121-004 | 0042 | Clerk III | 05 |
C.
AI-103307
JP Pct 3/ Pl 1 (1100):
Approval to create one (1) full-time temporary position from 06/01/2026 - 11/30/2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 065-001 | T009 | Judicial Clerk III | 07 |
D.
AI-103298
Crim DA (1100):
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:
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 | 0123 | Assistant District Attorney III | 05 |
E.
AI-103300
Hurricane Preparedness (1100):
Approval to create twenty (20) full-time temporary positions from 06/01/2026 - 11/30/2026:
Approval to create twenty (20) full-time temporary positions from 06/01/2026 - 11/30/2026:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 115-094 | T001 - T004 | Truck Driver I | 04 |
| Create |
115-094 |
T005 - T020 | Maintenance I | 03 |
F.
AI-103304
Approval to appoint Judith Escalante, student at UTRGV, as an intern under the Hidalgo County Child Protective Court for the period of 05/18/2026 - 08/21/2026.
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-103333
- Discussion, consideration, and approval to rescind action on AI-102590 approved on March 03, 2026, awarding a contract to Hellas Construction, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder for the FY 2024 Elsa Parks & Recreational Facility Improvements (Park Lighting) Project.
- Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a contract with Hellas Construction, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $217,000.00 for the FY 2024 Elsa Parks & Recreational Facility Improvements (Park Lighting) Project, based on the Engineer's value-engineered recommendation. The project will be funded utilizing CDBG Funds from Fiscal Year 2024 Elsa Parks & Recreational Facility Improvements.
13.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-103345
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.
14.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-103330
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve Amendment No. 1 to the FY 2026 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Contract No. 61260004639, issued by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with a total contract amount of $1,406,126.00, and to authorize Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
15.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-103305
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS- OPEN CUT
a. Applicant: Nordhausen Utility Construction, LLC.
Legal Description: 37.35 acres out of Farm Tract 407 West and Adams Tract Subdivision; Proposed Pueblo de Palmas Phase 30 Subdivision (Mile 14 ½ North Road & F.M. 88) (Pct. 1)
a. Applicant: Nordhausen Utility Construction, LLC.
Legal Description: 37.35 acres out of Farm Tract 407 West and Adams Tract Subdivision; Proposed Pueblo de Palmas Phase 30 Subdivision (Mile 14 ½ North Road & F.M. 88) (Pct. 1)
B.
AI-103246
1. Final Approval With Financial Guarantee
a. URI Estates No. 4 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (TJ & CJ Land, LTD.) (Eldora Road & Gooley Road)
b. Roosevelt Estates No. 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (C & N Farms, LLC.) (Roosevelt Road & F.M. 493)
2. Final Approval
a. Camino De Abram Subdivision Phase III- Pct. 3 (Everman Dev., LLC.) (3 Mile Line & Abram Road)
a. URI Estates No. 4 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (TJ & CJ Land, LTD.) (Eldora Road & Gooley Road)
b. Roosevelt Estates No. 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (C & N Farms, LLC.) (Roosevelt Road & F.M. 493)
2. Final Approval
a. Camino De Abram Subdivision Phase III- Pct. 3 (Everman Dev., LLC.) (3 Mile Line & Abram Road)
16.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-103347
Consideration and possible action to authorize Hidalgo County Precinct 1 to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) to apply for the Knapp Community Care Foundation Grant for funding support of the Hike and Bike Trail Project, aimed at promoting physical activity, preventive health, safe outdoor recreation, and improved quality of life within the Precinct 1 service area, with authority for County Judge to sign all related documents.
17.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-103329
Requesting approval to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) to apply for the Knapp Community Care Foundation-2027 Grant Cycle, with authority for Commissioner Ellie Torres, Precinct 4, to sign the documents.
B.
AI-103390
Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit an application for the Methodist Healthcare Ministries (MHM) Grant -2026 Cycle, with authorization for Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres to sign any documents associated with this submittal.
C.
AI-103394
Discussion and Approval of Head Start Teachers of the Year.
18.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-103256
2025 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Leases (Various Departments):
1. Approval of 2025 deobligation of lease revenues and expenditures.
2. Approval of 2025 transfers to fund lease expenditures.
1. Approval of 2025 deobligation of lease revenues and expenditures.
2. Approval of 2025 transfers to fund lease expenditures.
B.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-103259
Approval of 2025 Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for Capital Projects and appropriation of the same.
2.
AI-103379
County Clerk Records Management (1237):
Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the Co. Clerk Records Management Fund (1237) Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $35,735.01 to cover upcoming computer equipment expenditures for Recording, Vitals, Deeds and Bookkeeping departments.
Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the Co. Clerk Records Management Fund (1237) Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $35,735.01 to cover upcoming computer equipment expenditures for Recording, Vitals, Deeds and Bookkeeping departments.
19.
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-103186
Courthouse Law Library:
Requesting approval to enter into a five (5) year software license agreement with sole sourced vendor, Lexis Nexis, a division of RELX Inc., in the total estimated amount of $671,640.00
2.
AI-103396
Requesting acceptance and approval of the revised Hidalgo County-Procedures for Selecting and Contracting with Professional Service Providers for Federally Funded Projects as reviewed and approved by TXDOT Pharr District.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-103356
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 Professional Engineering Services for the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 "Mile 4 1/2 W Rd Improvement 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 Professional Engineering Services for the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 "Mile 4 1/2 W Rd Improvement Project".
| Evaluated Firms | L&G Engineers, LLC | B2Z Engineering, LLC | S2 Engineering, PLLC |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 |
1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and Scoring conducted by PCT. 1 | |||
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-103342
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TxLGC 262.024 (a)(10) for any work performed under a contract for community and economic development made by a county under Section 381.004 (Community and Economic Development Programs);
B. Requesting approval of the 2026 Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and ToGive International to administer the Hidalgo County Arts Program.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-103385
Requesting approval to accept offers to purchase the following tracts of land known as Parcels, associated with the Pct 3 Shary Road Expansion Project, with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and approval forms.
| Description | Total Amount |
| Parcel No. 7 | $113,514.70 |
| Parcel No. 12 | $55,000.00 |
| Parcel No. 21 | $156,478.36 |
| Parcel No. 22 | $17,500.00 |
| Parcel No. 23 | $21,587.00 |
E.
IT Department
1.
AI-103290
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software agreement through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative (Contract No. DIR-CPO-4877), with Insight Enterprises, Inc. dba Insight Public Sector, Inc. in the total amount of $274,293.70
F.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-103335
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) a personal or professional service.
B. Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year Memorandum of Understanding for participation in the AEP Texas Commercial Standard Offer Program with Ethos Holisitque Holdings, LLC dba Ethos Engineering, with authority for Facilities Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
G.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-103180
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 "Title Company Services" (RFP-26-0111-04-08-05).
B. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate with the No. 1 ranked vendor ___________________to finalize an agreement for "Title Company Services".
| Evaluated Vendor | Edwards Abstract and Title Co. | Top Texas Title LLC | Valley Land Title Co. |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 89.4 | 85.5 | 89.3 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 90 | 67 | 94.3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 | 100 | 86.8 | 94.4 |
| Evaluator No. 4 | 94.5 | 92.7 | 95.4 |
| Evaluator No. 5 | 97 | 97 | 97 |
| Total Score | 470.9 | 429 | 470.4 |
| Rank |
B. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate with the No. 1 ranked vendor ___________________to finalize an agreement for "Title Company Services".
20.
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-103372
Requesting approval of the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1, Hidalgo County and the City of Mission related to the Mission Inlet Drainage System
C.
AI-103295
Approval to accept a settlement check from Dairyland County Mutual Insurance in the amount of $4,065.08 to settle an auto accident claim with a County vehicle (District Attorney's Office).
21.
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-103269
Cause No. C-2039-25-M; Javier Ybarra v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
D.
AI-103291
Claim of Joel Espinoza
E.
AI-103293
Claim of Guadalupe Saenz
F.
AI-103337
Claim of Anayeli Maldonado and Anjelica Blanco
22.
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)
23.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-103270
Cause No. C-2039-25-M; Javier Ybarra v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
D.
AI-103292
Claim of Joel Espinoza
E.
AI-103294
Claim of Guadalupe Saenz
F.
AI-103338
Claim of Anayeli Maldonado and Anjelica Blanco
24.
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
25.
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
26.
Adjourn