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CONSENT AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING SEPTEMBER 1, 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being discussed separately unless requested by a Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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-104340
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-104341
Fund Information Report
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-104502
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
B.
AI-104553
Subdivision Approval
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Heritage TC Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Heritage TC, LLC.) (Mile 5 West Road & Mile 14 ½ N. Road)
b. Jimenez Estates Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Orlando Jimenez) (Gwin Road & Benito Ramirez Road)
c. Replat of Lot 24 of Tierra Santa Cruz Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Richard W. Ruppert) (Azul Street & Brushline Road)
d. Salazar Acres PH. 1 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Manuel Salazar) (Mile 2 Road & Mile 6 Road)
e. La Gran Reserva Subdivision - Pct. 1 (MG Capital Inv., LLC.) (Mile 15 ½ N. Road & Mile 10 N. Road)
f. Goodwin Farm Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Agraciana Goodwin) (Mile 3 Road & F.M. 492)
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Heritage TC Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Heritage TC, LLC.) (Mile 5 West Road & Mile 14 ½ N. Road)
b. Jimenez Estates Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Orlando Jimenez) (Gwin Road & Benito Ramirez Road)
c. Replat of Lot 24 of Tierra Santa Cruz Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Richard W. Ruppert) (Azul Street & Brushline Road)
d. Salazar Acres PH. 1 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Manuel Salazar) (Mile 2 Road & Mile 6 Road)
e. La Gran Reserva Subdivision - Pct. 1 (MG Capital Inv., LLC.) (Mile 15 ½ N. Road & Mile 10 N. Road)
f. Goodwin Farm Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Agraciana Goodwin) (Mile 3 Road & F.M. 492)
4.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-104468
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,709,233.55 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 8/06/2026 through 8/19/2026.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
3. Approval to make payment to AETNA Insurance Company in relation to administrative and stop loss fees for the month of September 2026 with authority for County Treasurer to process wire transfer after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
| 8/06/2026 - 8/12/2026 | $636,582.75 |
| 8/13/2026 - 8/19/2026 | $1,072,650.80 |
| Total | $1,709,233.55 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
3. Approval to make payment to AETNA Insurance Company in relation to administrative and stop loss fees for the month of September 2026 with authority for County Treasurer to process wire transfer after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
B.
AI-104418
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 08/01/2026 - 08/15/2026 in the amount of $70,439.37 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 08/01/2026 - 08/15/2026 in the amount of $70,439.37 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
C.
AI-104505
Facilities Management (1100):
Approval to revise action #1 on AI-104358 to revise the effective date to 08/10/2026.
Approval to revise action #1 on AI-104358 to revise the effective date to 08/10/2026.
5.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-104380
Sheriff Department:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2026-2027 to the American Jail Association for Captain Oneida Salinas in the amount of $69.00 (requisition no. 26111674) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2026-2027 to the American Jail Association for Captain Oneida Salinas in the amount of $69.00 (requisition no. 26111674) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
B.
AI-104383
Sheriff Department:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2026 - 2027 to the Texas Jail Association for Chief S. Herrera, Captain J. Vasquez, and Captain O. Salinas in the amount of $45.00 each (requisition no. 26111677) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2026 - 2027 to the Texas Jail Association for Chief S. Herrera, Captain J. Vasquez, and Captain O. Salinas in the amount of $45.00 each (requisition no. 26111677) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
C.
AI-104475
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval of 2026 membership dues to the National Sheriff's Association for Sheriff J.E."Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $2,000.00. (Requisition #26112224)
Requesting approval of 2026 membership dues to the National Sheriff's Association for Sheriff J.E."Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $2,000.00. (Requisition #26112224)
D.
AI-104354
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 $490.00 (Requisition #26111576), 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 $490.00 (Requisition #26111576), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, and audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
E.
AI-104470
Health and Human Services: Approval to pay the Texas Association of City and County Health Officials (TACCHO) membership fee for 2026-2027 year with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
F.
AI-104409
Human Resources:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $85.00 to Texas PRIMA for Efrain Barajas, Division Manager I, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $85.00 to Texas PRIMA for Efrain Barajas, Division Manager I, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
6.
Head Start:
A.
AI-104455
Discussion/Approval of Monthly Reports for June and July 2026.
7.
Urban County:
A.
AI-104423
Approval of two (2) applicants within the Hidalgo County jurisdiction, under the HOME Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
B.
AI-104482
Requesting approval to purchase park equipment for the City of Elsa in the amount of $1,249.90. Funding for this purchase will be utilized from CBDG Fiscal Year 2025 Elsa Parks & Recreational Facilities Improvement funds.
8.
IT Department:
A.
AI-104365
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless services though the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (and as shown in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| Probate Court 2 | 1 | New Cell Service |
| Probate Court 2 | 1 | New Data Service |
| Commissioner Pct. 3 | 2 | New Cell Service |
| Commissioner Pct. 3 | 1 | New Data Service |
9.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-104543
Submission of the July Financial Reports
B.
AI-104466
Co. Clerk (1100) / CC Rec Mgmt. (1237):
Approval of the following change in funding source as listed below, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following change in funding source as listed below, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Dept. | Obj. | Position # | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. | From Fund | To Fund |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180 | 501130 | 1800012 | Administrative Assistant IV | 10/02 | 100% | 1100 | 1237 |
| 180 | 501130 | 1800013 | Administrative Assistant IV | 10/01 | 100% | 1100 | 1237 |
C.
AI-104467
Requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on 08/04/2026, AI-104131 regarding appropriation of funds in the amount of $100,000.00
10.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-104483
Requesting Public Purpose Declaration, pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, Section (i), for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to purchase consumable items and imprint the Sheriff's Office logo on said items. Items are introduced through these programs, while promoting our educational message, helping to interact with participants, thereby instilling, strengthening, and reinforcing our partnership and commitment to the citizens of Hidalgo County.
B.
AI-104493
Requesting approval to process invoice #20700 dated 8/13/2026 in the amount of $31,628.27 (PO# 26200717) submitted by B2Z Engineering for engineering services for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Jail Expansion Project through the current agreement Contract # C-25-0499-09-16 AI-100703 CC: 9/16/2025.
11.
Pct. #3:
A.
AI-104415
Requesting authorization and approval to name a private road for 9-1-1 purposes, as recommended by the Rio Grande Valley Emergency Communication District: Purposed Name "Danielle Halina" Service Road (SR) is located East of Farm to Market 2058, approximately 2343.80 feet South of the intersection with Mile 16 North Road.
12.
Pct. #4:
A.
AI-104410
Discussion, consideration and action pursuant to Art. III, Sec. 52 (a) of the Texas Constitution, regarding the expenditure of County funds related to an employee event that will be held on September 9th, 2026 to recognize employees, finding that the event serves a public purpose in increasing employee morale; with authority for the County Treasurer's Office to issue payment for costs associated with the event via the county credit card, after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
B.
AI-104434
Requesting reimbursement for Pct. 4 Right of Way Agent-Jose Ochoa in the amount of $20.71 for the invoice paid to the Office of the Secretary of State for Notary Education after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
13.
Purchasing Department:
A.
AI-104478
1. In accordance with Texas Local Government Code 263.151(2) and 263.152(a)(1)(3), requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" as surplus for sale through auction and to remove assets after the auction or to dispose of assets if no bids are received.
2. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise, vehicles, and equipment.
2. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise, vehicles, and equipment.
B.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-104443
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Noble Texas Builders for the "Construction Manager at Risk for the Hidalgo County Courthouse Phase II" project (C-24-0077-10-15), along with final payment of $110,115.49, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-104491
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the following Change Order (CO) for Morganti Texas, Inc., including but not limited to applicable documentation;
B. Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion (02) (AIA G704-2017) for the New Hidalgo County Courthouse Project (C-17-292A-03-27), as submitted by the Project Architect, HDR Architecture, Inc.; with authority for Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the Substantial Completion for Morganti Texas, Inc., including but not limited to applicable documentation.
C. Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to approve Morganti Texas, Inc. Payment Application No. 76, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor and to issue a manual check if applicable.
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| [MTI-CO 125] - PCO 323 Stair Nosing and Design Contingency Negative Balance Credits |
$146,062.00 |
C. Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to approve Morganti Texas, Inc. Payment Application No. 76, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor and to issue a manual check if applicable.
3.
AI-104526
Requesting approval of Addendum No. 1 to the Letter of Engagement between HC and Bickerstaff Heath Delgado Acosta LLP (C-26-0203-03-31) to include legislative services for the creation of the HC Groundwater Conservation District.
C.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-104500
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC, for the "[ARPA-24-121-362] Playground Site Repairs — Sunrise Hill Park Improvements," with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Director or designee to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-104460
Requesting approval to process payment for the following invoices 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 | 10148 | 26206695 | $15,647.89 |
| C-25-0648-12-22 | 10149 | 26206695 | $24,288.19 |
3.
AI-104399
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) | 11330486 | 07/31/2026 | $80,054.73 | 26201931 |
| 2 | Mile 6 WA#2 (M14 1/2-SH 107) | 11330485 | 07/31/2026 | $2,773.84 | 26201873 |
| 3 | Mile 10 WA#3 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 11330487 | 07/31/2026 | $60,059.00 | 26201939 |
| 4 | Mile 1 E Rd WA#3 (Bus83- M8N) | 11330498 | 07/31/2026 | $10,465.00 | 26204572 |
| 5 | Mile 2 W WA#2 (SH107-IH-2) | 11330496 | 07/31/2026 | $50,000.00 | 26203190 |
4.
AI-104426
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 20 in the amount of $209,663.98 for services rendered in connection with the Pct.1 Wellness, Activity & Community Center as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC. (ARPA-24-121-358)
D.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-104504
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 2 (C-25-0169-05-13) with RBM Contractors, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 — Recreational Trails Connectivity Project — McAllen Segment 1 (from Taylor Rd. to Ware Rd. and 23rd St. to 10th St.), as recommended by Project Manager Saul Ramos, with authority for Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu to sign the approved change order. (ARPA-21-122-040)
2.
AI-104395
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 15 in the amount of $102,067.24 for the 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.
3.
AI-104476
Requesting approval of Contingency Allowance Expenditure Authorization No. 6 (CAEA) in connection with the "[ARPA-22-340-088] - Construction Manager at Risk for Hidalgo Health Clinic Facility Construction Project" (C-24-0253-04-29) from the contracted vendor, BM Benchmark Construction, LLC, for a decrease in allowance.
E.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-104381
Requesting approval to process the following invoices submitted by the contracted engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.
| Invoice No. | PO No. | Project Name | Amount |
| 11330483 | 26202818 | Los Ebanos WA#1 | $25,441.49 |
| 11330488 | 26202075/26202529 | Veterans Blvd WA#3 | $800.00 |
| 11330490 | 26201930 | Liberty Rd WA#3 | $1,200.00 |
| 11330491 | 26203103/26202067 | Liberty Rd WA#5 | $1,350.00 |
| 11330492 | 26201997 | Liberty Rd WA#6 | $1,890.00 |
2.
AI-104414
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 6 in the amount of $65,807.15 for Liberty Blvd (Mile 3 to FM 2221)(C-25-0244-10-28), submitted by the Project engineer, SAMES Inc.
3.
AI-104501
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 6 in the amount of $373,251.54 from IOC Company LLC, for Liberty Blvd (Mile 3 to FM2221)(C-25-0034-05-28) as certified for payment by Engineer, SAMES, Inc.
F.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-104536
Requesting acceptance and approval of the invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 08/13/2026 | Trenton Roadway Improvements | Tedsi Infrastructure | 203441 | 26200899 | $122,154.59 |
| 07/31/2026 | South East Park | MEG Engineers | 26-07-0119 | 26200953 | $17,959.50 |
G.
Community Service Agency:
1.
AI-104437
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Case Management Software for Hidalgo County Community Service Agency" (RFP 26-0480), with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
H.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-104422
A. Requesting authority to exercise a sixty (60) day contract extension with Frontera Materials, Inc. for “Type D Hot Mix Asphalt (Limestone Only)" (C-23-0218-09-05) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
B. Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for “Type D Hot Mix Asphalt (Limestone Only)” (RFB 26-0403) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
B. Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for “Type D Hot Mix Asphalt (Limestone Only)” (RFB 26-0403) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
I.
County Clerk:
1.
AI-104438
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Custom-Built Shelves for Hidalgo County Hall of Records" (RFP 26-0506), with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
J.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-104413
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC for the "Precinct No. 4 Admin Roof Coating" project, with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Director or the Designee to sign all required documentation.
K.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-104441
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Service Agreement for a project management course with Franklin Covey Client Sales, Inc., in the total amount of $8,740.00
2.
AI-104266
Requesting approval to enter into a two (2) year License Agreement for a health promotion program (Bingocize) with Exercize Innovations, LLC, in the total amount of $1,310.00
3.
AI-104421
Requesting a declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3, Sec 52 for the purchase of outreach items for the Health & Human Services Department, as per attached Exhibit A.
4.
AI-104479
Requesting approval to process the following invoice, as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., for geotechnical and construction material testing services for the La Mansion Project.
| Work Authorization No. | PO No. | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 2 | 26200686 | 26-07-0118 | 07/31/2026 | $1,452.00 |
5.
AI-104481
Requesting approval to process Invoice No. 21 for Work Authorization 3 in the total amount of $10,338.70 from Texas Infrastructure Development Group, LLC (TXIDG) for professional construction management services in connection with the La Mansion Health Clinic Improvement Project.
| Work Authorization No. | PO No. | Amount |
| 3 | 26200135 | $10,338.70 |
6.
AI-104488
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3, Sec 52, for the purpose of outreach items in support of the Community Heat Resilience Tool Study program, as per the attached in Exhibit A
7.
AI-104514
Requesting approval to process the following payment application submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for BM Benchmark Construction, LLC, as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), regarding the Hidalgo Health Clinic Project.
| PO No. | Application No. | Date | Amount |
| 26200708 | 11 | 07/31/2026 | $103,639.16 |
8.
AI-104524
Requesting approval of the written notice for immediate termination of the Subscription Service Agreement between HC and Quickbase Inc. (C-26-0188-03-31).
L.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-104489
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software license agreement for LXP Subscription + Live Pass with The Graceland College Center for Professional Development and Lifelong Learning, Inc., DBA SkillPath Seminars, in the total amount of $2,396.00 annually.
M.
Juvenile Probation:
1.
AI-104490
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount not to exceed $6,480.00, as submitted by RO Engineering, PLLC, through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Buildings, Renovations, Alterations, and Other Projects in General (C-26-0010-01-06), to provide Engineering Services for the Rooftop Unit Replacements at the Juvenile Justice Center project.
N.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-104471
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Generator Maintenance Service & Repair" (RFB-26-0514) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
O.
WIC:
1.
AI-104352
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with RREAL LLC for "Lease of Office Space - City of Alton (West)" (C-23-0278-09-26) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
2.
AI-104010
Requesting authority to exercise the final, one (1) year contract extension with Xin Guo for "Lease of Office Space - City of Alton (East)" (C-23-0257-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.