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CONSENT AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING JULY 21, 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:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote.
1.
AI-103883
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-103884
Fund Information Report
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-104052
1. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
B.
AI-104056
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: Agua SUD Legal Description: Lot 229 out of Nick Doffing Co. #1 Subdivision (Doffing road & Mile 7 Road) (Pct. 3)
b. Applicant: Agua SUD Legal Description: 5.00 acres out of Lot 92 Nick Doffing Co. #1; Proposed Renu Acres Subdivision (Brushline Road & Mile 7 Road) (Pct. 3)
a. Applicant: Agua SUD Legal Description: Lot 229 out of Nick Doffing Co. #1 Subdivision (Doffing road & Mile 7 Road) (Pct. 3)
b. Applicant: Agua SUD Legal Description: 5.00 acres out of Lot 92 Nick Doffing Co. #1; Proposed Renu Acres Subdivision (Brushline Road & Mile 7 Road) (Pct. 3)
4.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-104024
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2026 June
B.
AI-103979
District Clerk - Fee report for the month of June 2026 - $454,326.78
5.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-104014
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $855,713.56 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 6/25/2026 thru 7/08/2026.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
| 6/25/2026 - 6/30/2026 | ($927,889.73) |
| 7/01/2026 - 7/08/2026 | $1,783,603.29 |
| Total | $855,713.56 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
B.
AI-103970
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 06/16/2026 - 06/30/2026 in the amount of $50,465.57 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 06/16/2026 - 06/30/2026 in the amount of $50,465.57 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
C.
AI-104041
332nd DC (1100):
Approval to revise the position number created on AI-103934 as follows:
Approval to revise the position number created on AI-103934 as follows:
| Action | Dept. | Approved Position # | New Position # | Position Title | Grade |
| Position # | 0006 | 60004 | 60006 | Bailiff | 10 |
6.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-104117
DBM (1100):
Requesting approval to pay renewal membership dues in the amount of $100.00 to the Government Finance Officers Association of Texas for Dagoberto Soto Jr., Budget Officer, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req# 26110277
Requesting approval to pay renewal membership dues in the amount of $100.00 to the Government Finance Officers Association of Texas for Dagoberto Soto Jr., Budget Officer, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req# 26110277
B.
AI-103992
DA CIVIL LITIGATION (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit (BAFFC) for a District Attorney's Civil Litigation employee, in the amount of $125.00 (Requisition #26109866), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, and audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit (BAFFC) for a District Attorney's Civil Litigation employee, in the amount of $125.00 (Requisition #26109866), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, and audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
C.
AI-103998
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $745.00 (Requisition #26109914), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, and audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $745.00 (Requisition #26109914), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, and audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
D.
AI-103959
Public Defenders (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association for nine (9) attorneys in the amount of $900.00 (Req #26107006) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association for nine (9) attorneys in the amount of $900.00 (Req #26107006) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
7.
Urban County:
A.
AI-104060
Requesting approval to purchase park equipment from Highland Product Group, LLC DBA The Park and Facilities Catalog in the amount of $99,998.00. Funding for this purchase will be utilized from CDBG Fiscal Year 2025 Donna Park & Recreational Facilities Improvement funds.
B.
AI-104062
Requesting approval to purchase park equipment from Fonroche Lighting America in the amount of $99,778.50. Funding for this purchase will be utilized from CDBG Fiscal Years 2020, 2023 & 2025 Donna Park & Recreational Facilities Improvement funds.
8.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-104075
1. Approval to rescind AI-103754 approved by Commissioners Court on 06/23/2026.
2. Approval to unassign funds in 2026 for expenditures related to Countywide Road Projects in the amount of $20,000,000.
2. Approval to unassign funds in 2026 for expenditures related to Countywide Road Projects in the amount of $20,000,000.
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-103985
Sheriff's Office - STEP IDM FY27 Grant Application
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2027 STEP - IDM with the Texas Department of Transportation through TXDOT E-grants for the period of 12/10/2026-09/10/2027.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2027 STEP - IDM to designate Judge Richard Cortez, as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute the resolution.
3. Approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application and all related documents.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2027 STEP - IDM with the Texas Department of Transportation through TXDOT E-grants for the period of 12/10/2026-09/10/2027.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2027 STEP - IDM to designate Judge Richard Cortez, as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute the resolution.
3. Approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application and all related documents.
10.
Pct. #1:
A.
AI-104023
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcel Number 113 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.
11.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(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 CONTRACTS(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-104021
Requesting approval to process payment for the following invoice as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Wellness, Activity & Community Center (ARPA-24-121-358);
| Contract No. | Invoice No. | PO No. | Invoice Amount |
| C-24-0211-07-09 WA#1 | 10134 | 26208405 | $7,722.97 |
| C-24-0211-07-09 WA#1 | 10138 | 26208405 | $5,433.00 |
| C-24-0211-07-09 WA#1 | 10141 | 26208405 | $2,606.47 |
2.
AI-104001
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 19 in the amount of $31,949.08 for services rendered in connection with the Pct.1 Wellness, Activity & Community Center as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC. (ARPA-24-121-358)
3.
AI-104008
Requesting approval to process payment for the following invoices as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1.
| Contract No. | Invoice No. | PO No. | Invoice Amount |
| C-25-0648-12-22 | 10139 | 26206695 | $4,440.43 |
| C-25-0648-12-22 | 10142 | 26206695 | $2,805.72 |
| C-25-0649-12-22 | 10143 | 26206563 | $3,108.24 |
4.
AI-103743
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct. 1 Projects:
| No. | Project Name | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Amount | PO No. |
| 1 | Mile 6 WA#7 (M11-M14½) | 11330442 | 05/31/2026 | $5,349.00 | 26201931 |
| 2 | Mile 10 WA#3 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 11330435 | 05/31/2026 | $163,220.00 | 26201939 |
| 3 | Mile 1 E WA#3 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) |
11330432
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05/31/2026 | $7,087.04 | 26204572 |
| 4 | Mile 2 W WA#2 (SH107-IH-2) | 11330427 | 05/31/2026 | $192,000.00 | 26203190 |
5.
AI-104061
Requesting approval to purchase two (2) POS Systems and enter into a one (1) year software agreement with Quality Merchant Services Inc., in the total amount of $3,600.00 and monthly payments of $99.00.
B.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-103977
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice No. 2026-116 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services for Pct 2 Lopezville Park Improvement Project in the amount of $41,236.23 (Contract C-20-471-09-01 WA#1).
2.
AI-103938
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $430,673.00 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project McAllen Segment 3 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, RDH Site & Concrete, LLC (Contract C-25-0447-09-16) and reviewed by the Project Manager, Stanley Ramos.
3.
AI-103991
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 12 in the amount of $48,687.50 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project McAllen Segment 1 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, RBM Contractors, LLC (Contract C-25-0169-05-13) and reviewed by the Project Manager, Stanley Ramos.
4.
AI-103994
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 14 in the amount of $102,461.01 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project Mission Segment 2 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, RBM Contractors, LLC (Contract C-25-0063-04-01) and reviewed by the Project Manager, Stanley Ramos.
5.
AI-103980
Requesting approval to pay the invoices as listed below, submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Amount | PO No. |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#4) | 06/30/26 | 11330448 | $1,858.51 | 26000570 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 06/30/26 | 11330457 | $4,058.16 | 26000552 |
| Bus281/SH107 Rd. & Drain Improv. Prj. (WA#2) | 06/30/26 | 11330458 | $29,971.37 | 26200374 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 06/30/26 | 11330467 | $3,314.14 | 26000566 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#6) | 06/30/26 | 11330469 | $2,510.22 | 26000418 |
6.
AI-104017
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services provided for Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date |
Invoice No. |
Total Amount | PO No. |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - McAllen Segment 2 (WA#4) ARPA-21-122-040 | 07/06/26 | 20680 | $342.23 | 26204147 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project-Hidalgo Segment (WA#5) ARPA-21-122-040 | 07/08/26 | 20681 | $1,675.93 | 26204146 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - Mission Segment 2 (WA#6) ARPA-21-122-040 | 07/06/26 | 20682 | $11,412.51 | 26204145 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - McAllen Segment 1 (WA#8) ARPA-21-122-040 | 07/06/26 | 20683 | $7,322.02 | 26203487 |
| Indoor Sports Complex-Baseball Exhibit Buildout Park Project (WA#1) | 07/07/26 | 20684 | $1,090.83 | 907514 |
| Hidalgo Health Clinic Improvement Project (WA#1) ARPA-22-340-088 | 07/07/26 | 20685 | $7,196.17 | 26201863 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#1) | 07/07/26 | 20686 | $34,180.64 | 26200370 |
| Palmer Pavilion Park Improvement Project (WA#1) | 07/07/26 | 20687 | $1,851.84 | 26200375 |
C.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-104019
Requesting permission to ratify the Easement and Right-of-Way Agreement with AEP Texas Inc. for utility services in relation to the "[ARPA-23-340-330] Hidalgo County Precinct 3 La Mansion Health Clinic Project."
2.
AI-103972
Requesting approval to process the following invoices, submitted by the contracted engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.
| Invoice No. | PO No. | Project Nme | Amount |
| 11330452 | 26201930 | Liberty Rd.PH I WA#3 | $1,200.00 |
| 11330453 | 26203103/26202067 | Liberty Rd.PH I WA#5 | $1,350.00 |
| 11330454 | 26201997 | Liberty Rd.PH II WA#6 | $5,670.00 |
| 11330459 | 26202818 | Los Ebanos WA#1 | $14,136.16 |
3.
AI-104013
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 3 from 8/A Builders, LLC, for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] - Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvements Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion" project (C-24-0132-05-28), for an extension of days, as recommended by the Project Architect, ROFA Architects Inc.
D.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-104083
Requesting acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | HC Pct.4 CRC | Brownstone Consultants LLC | 1222 | 26200903 | $9,084.45 |
| 07/01/2026 | Betts Esparza Park | Brownstone Consultants LLC | 1223 | 26200896 | $8,863.64 |
| 07/01/2026 | TxDot HSIP 2023 Call | GDJ Engineering | 2026-125 | 26203585 | $4,644.20 |
| 07/01/2026 | Russell Rd Realign Project | GDJ Engineering | 2026-126 | 26201236 | $3,785.80 |
| 06/30/2026 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 | L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. | 11330449 | 26201256 | $411.81 |
| 06/30/2026 | FM1925 WA#4 | L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. | 11330450 | 26201257 | $1,176.00 |
| 06/30/2026 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. | 11330462 | 26201258 | $44,068.20 |
| 06/30/2026 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Consulting Engineers Inc. | 11330463 | 26204682 | $2,266.81 |
| 06/30/2026 | South East Park Betts Esparza Project | MEG Engineers | 26-06-0069 | 26200953 | $5,022.00 |
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-103995
Discussion, consideration and approval of payment of invoice (received on 6/30/26) for services submitted by HDR Architecture, Inc., for the New Courthouse Project and acknowledging that written notice was provided after the maximum amount of services was exceeded, as per Amendment 25, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed.
| Invoice No. | Amount | Invoice Period |
| 1160062194 1160063163 |
$120,077.00 $103,032.75 |
February 2026 April 2026 |
2.
AI-103971
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoices with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
| Vendor Name | Tasks Description | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 6/30/2026 | 11330468 | $11,139.28 | 26200625 |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | Supp. No. 4 to WA #1 - Cat 7 Projects& UTP Evaluation Forms - 2nd Qtr. | 6/30/2026 | 11330468 | $8,163.04 | 26200625 |
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-103848
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Equipment Loaner Agreement with automatic annual renewals with Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc.
2.
AI-103981
A. Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Hot Mix - Cold Laid" (RFB-26-0393) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
B. Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period with Frontera Materials, Inc for "Hot Mix - Cold Laid" (C-24-0156-07-23) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
B. Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period with Frontera Materials, Inc for "Hot Mix - Cold Laid" (C-24-0156-07-23) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
3.
AI-104047
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Tire Disposal Services" (RFB 26-0394) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
4.
AI-104104
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with AETNA Life Insurance Company for "Third Party Administration for Self-Funded Medical Plan & Pharmacy Benefit Services" (C-22-0045-07-26) under the same terms and conditions.
G.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-104064
Requesting acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, for the "Architectural Services for the Emergency Management Training Facility" Project to extend the term of the contract.
2.
AI-104072
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application No. 005, in the amount of $150,621.77, for the Hidalgo County Remote Emergency Operations Centers, submitted by Contractor 8/A Builders, LLC.
H.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-103996
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Herrcon, LLC for the "Purchasing Dept Interior Painting" project, with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Designee to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-103976
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Rio Elevator Company, Inc. for "Elevator Maintenance & Repair Services" (C-25-0416-07-22) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
3.
AI-103993
Requesting authorization and approval to apply for solid waste services with the City of Edinburg for 420 E. Cano Street, Edinburg, TX 78539, and if applicable, for the Facilities Management Assistant Director to sign any required documents.
4.
AI-104018
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $ 287,253.00 through PO# 26206282 for SKO Elite, LLC, regarding the Annex III HVAC Improvement project, with authority if the County Judge or Facilities Management Assistant Director to sign all required documentation.
5.
AI-104055
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 8 in the amount of $257,019.65 through PO# 26200165 (2.3) for Noble Texas Builders, LLC, regarding the County Courthouse Project Phase II Project, with the authority of the County Judge or Facilities Management Assistant Director to sign all required documentation.
6.
AI-104076
Requesting authority to ratify AI-103630, approved by HCCC on 07/07/2026 to reflect "authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Director or the Designee to sign all required documentation".
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-103989
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Advanced Care service agreement with Advanced Instruments, LLC dba Nova Biomedical Corporation in the total amount of $3,066.00
2.
AI-103851
Requesting authority to purchase one (1) mascot costume from Promo Bears in the total amount of $6,020.00
3.
AI-103978
Requesting approval of a ninety (90) day written notice of termination of the service and maintenance agreement between HC and Beckman Coulter Inc. (C-24-0299-12-17) for Bruker Equipment.
4.
AI-104049
Requesting approval to process the following payment applications as submitted by A&A Villa Construction, LLC for construction services in connection with the La Mansion Health Clinic Improvement Project.
| PO No. | Application No. | Date | Amount |
| 26200864 | 15 | 06/20/2026 | $104,668.05 |
| 26200864 | 16 | 06/20/2026 | $32,493.74 |
J.
IT Department:
1.
AI-103956
Requesting approval to purchase RMA Repair Fees from Tyler Technologies Inc., in the total amount of $316.00
K.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-103986
Requesting authority to enter into a service agreement with Spectrum, a subsidiary of Charter Communications Operating, LLC, for additional cable services in the total amount of $15.00 monthly and a one-time installation fee of $99.00
2.
AI-104058
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Full Service Deputy Services" (RFP-26-0402) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
L.
WIC:
1.
AI-103982
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Lease of Office Space - Alamo" (RFB-26-0408) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.