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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING MAY 26, 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-103454
Proclamation recognizing Rio Grande Regional Hospital
B.
AI-103415
Proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Open Forum
7.
Economic Development:
A.
AI-103536
Approval of Resolution in Recognition and Support of UCLT Hidalgo County Projects LLC, Public-Purpose, Credit-Supported, Non-General Obligation Project Platform.
8.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-103419
HIDTA Grant (1291)
Authorization and approval to de-obligate $55,000 from FY25 Grant as per STX HIDTA Executive Board.
B.
AI-103420
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.
C.
AI-103421
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Ratify the approval to accept FY2023 Reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA to close out the FY2023 grant funds.
Ratify the approval to accept FY2023 Reprogram request from South Texas HIDTA to close out the FY2023 grant funds.
D.
AI-103487
HIDTA CCP 59 (1251)
Authorization and approval to appropriate salaries and fringes from the unassigned fund balance.
Authorization and approval to appropriate salaries and fringes from the unassigned fund balance.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-103397
1. Discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo Sheriff's Office continued participation in Texas LESO Program, formerly known as Texas 1033 Surplus Program.
2. Authorization for County Judge, Hidalgo County Sheriff, 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, Hidalgo County Sheriff, 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.
10.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-103528
Constable Pct. 4 – Hidalgo County Appraisal District
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Hidalgo County Appraisal District effective June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027 in relation to Security Services with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by County Auditor, in the amount of $93,057.21 and appropriation of the same.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County, acting by and through, Constable Precinct No. 4 and Hidalgo County Appraisal District effective June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027 in relation to Security Services with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by County Auditor, in the amount of $93,057.21 and appropriation of the same.
B.
AI-103534
Approval to continue the payment of salaries and fringes for one Deputy Constable currently being paid under the Interlocal Agreement of HC Appraisal District FY26, pending award of Fiscal Year 2027.
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-103473
Discussion and action on the Title VI/Nondiscrimination Annual Workplan and Accomplishments Report for year 2025.
C.
AI-103431
Discussion and approval to proceed with the implementation of the Drug Savings Review (DSR) Program for the County's pharmacy plan.
D.
AI-103527
Pct. 1 Parks (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 | 121-013 | 0007 | Clerk III | 05 |
| Create | 121-013 | 0034 | Clerk IV | 07 |
E.
AI-103530
Approval of the appointment of interns as per Exhibit A.
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-103449
Discussion, consideration, and approval, subject to compliance with HB 1295, for the Urban County Program to award and enter into a construction contract with The 5125 Company, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $1,222,222.00, utilizing funds awarded to Hidalgo County by the Texas General Land Office (GLO) under Contract No. 25-144-001-F193 for the 2018 South Texas Floods CDBG-DR funding.
B.
AI-103450
Ratification and approval of the First Amendment to the 2024-YR37 Emergency Solutions Grants Program (ESG) Subrecipient Agreements between the County of Hidalgo, Urban County Program and
- the Women Together Foundation, Inc., and
- the Salvation Army
C.
AI-103486
Discussion, consideration and approval to award and enter into a construction contract with Longhorn Services, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $141,515.85 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 2024-2025 San Juan Street Improvement Funds.
D.
AI-103493
Discussion, consideration and approval to award the best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC in the amount of $31,195.16 utilizing CDBG FY 2024 & 2025 City of Sullivan Street Improvements Funding and approval of Work Authorization No. 1.
E.
AI-103494
The Urban County Program requests approval to enter into HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Program Written Agreements with the following Subrecipients for the provision of eligible HOME-ARP supportive services to HOME-ARP qualifying populations, in accordance with HUD Notice CPD-21-10, subject to final legal review.
The proposed agreements shall become effective upon full execution and shall remain in force through September 30, 2030, unless terminated earlier in accordance with the terms of the agreement or upon exhaustion of all available HOME-ARP Supportive Services funds, whichever occurs first.
The proposed agreements shall become effective upon full execution and shall remain in force through September 30, 2030, unless terminated earlier in accordance with the terms of the agreement or upon exhaustion of all available HOME-ARP Supportive Services funds, whichever occurs first.
| Buckner Children and Family Services, Inc | The Salvation Army |
| Gracious Hearts | Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, Inc |
| Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department | Tropical Texas Center for MH-MR dba Tropical Texas Behavioral Health |
| The RGV Inclusive Project Inc. dba Christian's Manor | Women Together Foundation, Inc. |
13.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-103408
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.
B.
AI-103084
1. Requesting approval to accept the Mobile Food Inspection Services Contract No. HHS001719600020 with a contract term of July 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027 and for County Judge to e-sign the agreement and related documents.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $106,517.00 and appropriation of the same.
3. Requesting approval of the Texas HHS System - Data Use Agreement - Attachment 2 Security and Privacy Inquiry (SPI) and for County Judge to sign.
3. Requesting approval of the Texas HHS System - Data Use Agreement - Attachment 2 Security and Privacy Inquiry (SPI) and for County Judge to sign.
C.
AI-103412
Requesting approval to accept the TB Prevention and Control HHS001437400022, Amendment No. 2 with a contract term of September 1, 2024 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 and to revise certain attachments.
D.
AI-103485
Requesting approval of Appendix A for laboratory testing services between the Public Health Laboratory and the Forensics Center.
14.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-103370
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept Amendment No. 4 to the FY 2025 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Contract No. 58250004389 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for budget reallocation of $98,252.00 from the Administration Budget category to the Direct Services category; and authorization for Jaime R. Longoria, Executive Director, to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
B.
AI-103399
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the Evaluation Proposal Scoring Grid results, designating AED 123 as the highest-ranked vendor, and to approve the award of a one-year contract to provide accessible and fully operational Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to support workplace and public safety.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract agreement with AED 123.
2. Authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to sign the contract agreement with AED 123.
15.
Elections Department:
A.
AI-103417
Discussion on Election Updates.
16.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-103531
Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of San Juan, to construct an All-Inclusive Park to be located at Northside Park in San Juan.
17.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-103453
Discussion, review and approval of a County Road Access Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Texas (Precinct No. 3) and Monte Cristo Windpower II, LLC., in connection with the development, construction operation, and maintenance of certain designated roads.
18.
Budget & Management:
A.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-103452
Requesting approval of ARPA budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
B.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-103521
Precinct 4 Road & Maintenance Fund (1200) Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds for the Precinct 4 Road & Maintenance Fund (1200) in the amount of 152,072.54 to fund ILA with the City of McAllen for the overlay and reconstruction of roads.
2.
AI-103343
Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund (1266):
A. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $350,000.00.
B. Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund (1266) in the amount of $350,000.00 for expenditures related to this program.
A. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $350,000.00.
B. Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund (1266) in the amount of $350,000.00 for expenditures related to this program.
C.
AI-103517
1. Approval to add Public Information Officer (PIO) as a Level II assignment pay limited to 6 slots.
2. Approval of the revised Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Pay Table effective upon commissioners court approval.
2. Approval of the revised Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Pay Table effective upon commissioners court approval.
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.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-103524
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.3, as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., not to exceed the amount of $250,000.00, to provide Engineering Services required for the Construction Management for the "Mile 2 West Project (SH 107 to IH-2)."
2.
AI-103426
Requesting approval to purchase of a generator through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 788-25), from Holt Texas LTD dba Holt Cat, in the total amount of $145,500.00 (fee includes bonds).
3.
AI-103416
Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-26-0256-05-26) with B2Z Engineering, LLC, for projects located within Precinct 1, on an as-needed basis, as ranked and approved by CC (04/28/2026; AI-103194)
4.
AI-103418
Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-26-0257-05-26) with S2 Engineering, PLLC, for projects located within Precinct 1, on an as-needed basis, as ranked and approved by CC (04/28/2026; AI-103196)
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-103533
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government code, Section 262.024 (a)(4): a personal or professional services;
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 Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Services for projects located within Precinct No. 2;
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the number one ranked firm, ___________for the provision of On-Call Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Services for Projects within Precinct No. 2.
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 Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Services for projects located within Precinct No. 2;
| Evaluated Firms | Rock Engineering & Testing Laboratory, LLC. | Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. | Terracon Consultants, Inc. |
| Evaluator No. 1 |
3 | 2 | 1 |
| Rank |
2.
AI-103479
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 4 from RGV Construction, LLC, for the "[ARPA-24-340-352] - Construction Manager at Risk for McAllen Health Center Improvement Project" (C-24-0312-09-27), for additional scope in the amount of $107,072.70, as recommended by the Project Manager, B2Z Engineering, LLC.
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-103496
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 3 (C-15-110-03-31) between Hidalgo County and L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., to revise roadway and signal design, add Right-of-Way acquisition, reduce the scope for H&H report, and include project management for the FM 1925 project (from 1,500 ft West of 10th Street to McColl Road), in the amount of $447,498.33
D.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-103188
Requesting approval of the best and final negotiated offer meeting all requirements and specifications for "Electronic Health Record (EHR) System and Implementation" (C-26-0047-05-26) with Patagonia Health, Inc.
2.
AI-103503
Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between UTRGV and HC for "Biological Anthropology Services".
E.
Elections Department
1.
AI-103437
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(A), items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or monopolies;
B. Acceptance and approval of the "Sole Source Declaration" for Election Night Reporting Software and associated product and service package, to be utilized by HC Elections Department, with said declaration to remain in effect while the declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
C. Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year Election Night Reporting Software agreement, with SOE Software Corporation, in the total annual amount of $20,240.00
B. Acceptance and approval of the "Sole Source Declaration" for Election Night Reporting Software and associated product and service package, to be utilized by HC Elections Department, with said declaration to remain in effect while the declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
C. Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year Election Night Reporting Software agreement, with SOE Software Corporation, in the total annual amount of $20,240.00
F.
Juvenile Probation
1.
AI-103195
Requesting approval of the following Change Order in connection with [ARPA-23-330-344] Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility Project - Rebid project (C-24-0342-06-10) from the contracted vendor, EB Merit Construction; with authority for the County Judge or designee to sign all required documentation.
| Description | Days Added | Total Amount |
| Change Order 5 | 70 Days | $411,469.40 |
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-103428
Approval of Resolution for the adoption of a Regional Tire Ordinance
C.
AI-103535
Discussion, consideration and action to grant an extension from June 1, 2026 to July 1, 2026 for the completion and filing of ESD #1 2025 Audit
D.
AI-103529
Approval to accept a settlement check from Allstate County Mutual Insurance Company in the amount of $1,014.69 to settle an auto accident claim with a County vehicle (Precinct #2 Constables).
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-103439
Civil Action No. 7:26-cv-00154; Cedrick Lee Soto v. Hidalgo County, et al
D.
AI-103469
EEOC Charge No. 451-2026-03962; L. Garcia v. County
E.
AI-103471
Notice of Disputed Right-of-Way Claim - Mile 9 North Road Improvements
F.
AI-103537
Claim of Roland Galvan, et al v. Hidalgo County
G.
AI-103441
Cause No. C-2039-25-M; Javier Ybarra v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
H.
AI-103445
Claim of Five Points Blasting
I.
AI-103505
Claim against Cobblestone Bread Company
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-103440
Civil Action No. 7:26-cv-00154; Cedrick Lee Soto v. Hidalgo County, et al
D.
AI-103470
EEOC Charge No. 451-2026-03962; L. Garcia v. County
E.
AI-103472
Notice of Disputed Right-of-Way Claim - Mile 9 North Road Improvements
F.
AI-103538
Claim of Roland Galvan, et al v. Hidalgo County
G.
AI-103442
Cause No. C-2039-25-M; Javier Ybarra v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
H.
AI-103446
Claim of Five Points Blasting
I.
AI-103506
Claim against Cobblestone Bread Company
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