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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING AUGUST 4, 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-104113
Approval of Proclamation honoring the Hidalgo County Historical Commission.
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Open Forum
7.
District Courts:
A.
AI-104050
449th District Court - HC LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court (1286):
Approval to continue the payment of salary for (1) Case Manager and supplemental payment of (1) Manager being paid by the LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court grant pending the award of the FY2027 grant.
Approval to continue the payment of salary for (1) Case Manager and supplemental payment of (1) Manager being paid by the LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court grant pending the award of the FY2027 grant.
B.
AI-104053
449th District Court - HC Juvenile Drug Court (1286):
Approval to continue the payment of salary for (1) Case Manager and supplemental payment of (1) Manager being paid by the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court grant pending the award of the FY2027 grant.
Approval to continue the payment of salary for (1) Case Manager and supplemental payment of (1) Manager being paid by the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court grant pending the award of the FY2027 grant.
C.
AI-104123
449th District Court (1286) TAIT:
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues for year 3, as certified by County Auditor, for the Memorandum of Agreement (November 17, 2023 to June 30, 2028) regarding the Talk About it Texas Project compensation, in the amount not to exceed $3,000.00 and appropriation of same.
2. Approval to accept notice of termination regarding the Memorandum of Agreement between Health Futures of Texas and Hidalgo County Court for the Talk About it Texas Project, in relation to year 4 and 5 ($6,000.00).
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues for year 3, as certified by County Auditor, for the Memorandum of Agreement (November 17, 2023 to June 30, 2028) regarding the Talk About it Texas Project compensation, in the amount not to exceed $3,000.00 and appropriation of same.
2. Approval to accept notice of termination regarding the Memorandum of Agreement between Health Futures of Texas and Hidalgo County Court for the Talk About it Texas Project, in relation to year 4 and 5 ($6,000.00).
8.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-104127
Sheriff's Office - TTBH & HCSO MOU 46B Medical Reim.
1. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) and the Hidalgo County Jail. With the purpose of reimbursing HCSO for medical costs related to inmates identified on 46B commitments.
2. Authorization for the Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign Memorandum of Understanding.
1. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (TTBH) and the Hidalgo County Jail. With the purpose of reimbursing HCSO for medical costs related to inmates identified on 46B commitments.
2. Authorization for the Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign Memorandum of Understanding.
9.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-104210
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Eric Salazar and Gilberto Moises Vazaldua as Deputy Constables by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011
10.
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-104241
1. Approval of the following change to the Classified Positions Inventory List, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
2. Approval of the following action effective upon Commissioners Court Approval:
| Action | Position Title | Grade |
| Add | Administrative Service Manager - Sheriff's Office | 19 |
2. Approval of the following action effective upon Commissioners Court Approval:
| Action | Location # | Position # | Current Position Title | Proposed Position Title | Grade |
| Title Change | 0280 | 2800921 | Administrative Service Manager | Administrative Service Manager, Sheriff's Office | 19 |
C.
AI-104159
County Clerk (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Location # | Position # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 0180 | 1800089 - 1800091 | Deputy County Clerk I | 05 |
D.
AI-104216
Constable Pct. 3 - Stop Truancy Program (1285):
Approval of the following action, effective 09/01/2026 as follows:
Approval of the following action, effective 09/01/2026 as follows:
| Action | Location # | Position # | Position Title | Rank |
| Create | 0293 | 2930024 | Deputy Constable | 06 |
E.
AI-104231
Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Location # | Position # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 0122 | 1220120 | Construction Project Coordinator | 09 |
F.
AI-104229
Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
2. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 12/31/2026:
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Location # | Position # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 0123 | 1230066 | Equipment Operator II | 08 |
| Create | 0123 | 1230142 | Executive Assistant II | 13 |
2. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 12/31/2026:
| Action | Location # | Position # | Position Title | Proposed Amount |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 0123 | 1230138 | Division Manager I | $9,000.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 0123 | 1230032 | Administrative Assistant IV | $6,000.00 |
G.
AI-104232
CCL#2 (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Location# | Position # | Position Title | Current Amount | Proposed Amount |
| Remove Interpreter Allowance | 0022 | 220002 | Court Coordinator (CC) | $3,000.00 | $0.00 |
| Increase Interpreter Allowance | 0022 | 220004 | Bailiff I | $3,000.00 | $6,000.00 |
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-104164
Discussion, consideration and approval to award the best and final negotiated contract for Professional Geo Technical Material Testing Services with Millennium Engineering Group, Inc. in the amount of $5,963.10 utilizing CDBG FY 2024 Sullivan City Street Improvements Funds and approval of Work Authorization No. 1
B.
AI-104197
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving, the Urban County Program to award and enter into a construction contract with Synergy Development & Construction, LLC, the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $612,610.00, utilizing funds awarded to Hidalgo County by the Texas General Land Office (GLO) under Contract No. 24-067-022-E209 for the 2019 Disasters Funding Grant CDBG-DR funding, subject to compliance with HB 1295.
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-104137
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $649,320.00 and to appropriate the same for the Immunizations program
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $300,000.00 and to appropriate the same for the Immunizations program income
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $300,000.00 and to appropriate the same for the Immunizations program income
B.
AI-104135
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $102,403.00 and to appropriate the same for the RLSS/LPHS program.
C.
AI-104136
TB Prevention & Control Grant (State):
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $900,192.00 and to appropriate the same; and the appropriation of $180,038.00 in local match funds.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $9,755.00 for the TB Control program income and appropriation of the same.
TB Prevention & Control Grant (Federal):
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $443,378.00 and to appropriate the same; and the appropriation of $88,676.00 in local match funds
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $900,192.00 and to appropriate the same; and the appropriation of $180,038.00 in local match funds.
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $9,755.00 for the TB Control program income and appropriation of the same.
TB Prevention & Control Grant (Federal):
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $443,378.00 and to appropriate the same; and the appropriation of $88,676.00 in local match funds
D.
AI-104140
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $60,000.00 and appropriation of the same for the HPDCP/OCDS FY 27 program.
E.
AI-104141
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $147,521.00 and to appropriate the same for the TECE program.
F.
AI-104168
Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit an application for the Episcopal Health Foundation 2026 Grant Cycle 2, with authorization for the Health and Human Services Director to sign any documents associated with this submittal.
G.
AI-104173
Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit an application to Lower Colorado River Authority fiscal year 27 grant cycle , with authorization for the Health and Human Services Director to sign any documents associated with this submittal.
H.
AI-104177
Discussion, consideration and authorization for Hidalgo County to submit an application for the Methodist Healthcare Ministries 2027 Grant Opportunity, with authorization for the Health and Human Services Director to sign any documents associated with this submittal.
I.
AI-104204
Discussion and approval to authorize the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department to submit an application for the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) Heat Tabletop Exercise Challenge.
J.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-104046
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.
13.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-104158
1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve Amendment No. 1 to the FY 2026 AmeriCorps Notice of Grant Awards for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (Grant No. 26SRGTX001; Amendment No. 26SR284389) in the amount of $300,166.00. The amendment includes a waiver of the part-time director, adjustments to salaries, and the local mileage reimbursement rate.
2. Authorize for Jaime R. Longoria, Executive Director, to sign any and all pertinent documents.
2. Authorize for Jaime R. Longoria, Executive Director, to sign any and all pertinent documents.
14.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-104152
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request a. Tamez Estates Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Juan Tamez) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
15.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-104211
Presentation and acceptance of Audit Report submitted by the Hidalgo County Emergency Services District No. 2 for year ending December 31, 2025.
B.
AI-104130
Discussion, consideration, and approval to accept the donation of two soccer goals valued at approximately $2,000.00 from Mr. Adrian Olivarez, general manager at Topgolf Pharr.
C.
AI-104199
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel Number 131 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.
16.
Precinct #3:
A.
AI-104242
Requesting approval to purchase the following parcels of land: 1, 2, 5, 8 & 19 for the Extension of Shary Road, 2 miles North of State Highway 107 with authority for County Judge to sign all closing and related documents.
17.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-104227
Presentation of FY26 Financial Reports
B.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-104180
Requesting approval of budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
C.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-104131
County Clerk Records Archive (1100):
Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the County Clerk Records Archive Fund (1100) Restricted Fund Balance in the amount of $100,000.00, to cover upcoming expenditures for the County Clerk's Warehouse Department.
Approval of 2026 appropriation of funds from the County Clerk Records Archive Fund (1100) Restricted Fund Balance in the amount of $100,000.00, to cover upcoming expenditures for the County Clerk's Warehouse Department.
2.
AI-104213
R&B (Transfers Out - TXDOT) (1200):
Approval of 2026 appropriation of Road & Bridge Fund transfers out to various TXDOT Projects in the amount of $2,362,159.95 to fund upcoming expenditures.
Approval of 2026 appropriation of Road & Bridge Fund transfers out to various TXDOT Projects in the amount of $2,362,159.95 to fund upcoming expenditures.
18.
Purchasing Department:
A.
AI-104163
Requesting approval of a Master Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement, in accordance with TLGC 791.001 - 791.003 (2)(3)(N), between HC Purchasing Department and Equalis Group LLC.
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-104184
Requesting acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Monte Alto Recreation Center to assist each other in the public purpose of providing recreation facilities to the residents of the County and assisting the County in its functions of promoting public health.
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-104188
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $2,857,900.00, as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., to provide Engineering Services required for ROW Map, Additional Surveys, PS&E, Local Letting, Environmental Assessment Report, Geotechnical & Pavement Design & Permitted Utilities for Precinct No.3, "Los Ebanos Road Project from IH-2 to FM 1016 (Military Highway)" project.
D.
Constables
1.
AI-104015
Constable Pct 3.
Requesting approval to purchase twenty-five (25) Portable Radios and Software Licenses through HC's membership with Houston-Galveston Area Council Buy Cooperative (H-GAC Contract No. RA05-21) from Motorola Solutions Inc., in the total amount of $200,289.25
Requesting approval to purchase twenty-five (25) Portable Radios and Software Licenses through HC's membership with Houston-Galveston Area Council Buy Cooperative (H-GAC Contract No. RA05-21) from Motorola Solutions Inc., in the total amount of $200,289.25
E.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-104193
A) Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Self-Funded Health Plan - Stop-Loss Reinsurance Services" (RFP-26-0461) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
B) Requesting appointment of the Evaluation Committee to review, score, and rank the submitted responses received pursuant to the criteria set forth in the solicitation packet.
B) Requesting appointment of the Evaluation Committee to review, score, and rank the submitted responses received pursuant to the criteria set forth in the solicitation packet.
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19.
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-104100
Presentation of the 2025 Hidalgo County Library System Annual Report
20.
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.
Consultation with Attorney Regarding Real Estate Matters
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-104129
Cause No. CL-26-3993-E; Eloy Ruben Garcia, II vs. Hidalgo County, Texas
D.
AI-104233
Cause #C-1863-20-E; Nina Trillayes and Jorge Lopez vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas et al
E.
AI-104147
Claim of Hertz Corporation
21.
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)
22.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-104128
Cause No. CL-26-3993-E; Eloy Ruben Garcia, II vs. Hidalgo County, Texas
D.
AI-104234
Cause #C-1863-20-E; Nina Trillayes and Jorge Lopez vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas et al
E.
AI-104148
Claim of Hertz Corporation
23.
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
24.
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
25.
Adjourn