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CONSENT AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING SEPTEMBER 15, 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being discussed separately unless requested by a Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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-104428
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-104429
Fund Information Report
B.
AI-104595
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Peñitas TIRZ #1 2023-2024 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $131,602.89 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Peñitas, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Peñitas.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Peñitas TIRZ #1 2024-2025 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $157,460.88 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Peñitas, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Peñitas.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Peñitas TIRZ #1 2024-2025 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $157,460.88 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Peñitas, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Peñitas.
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-104669
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
B.
AI-104557
1. Villas San Miguel Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Villas San Miguel, LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
C.
AI-104622
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 60.903 acres out of Lots 11-14 Blk. 84 Campacuas Addition; Proposed Maravillas Estates Ph. 5 Subdivision (Mile 1 W. Road & Mile 11 N. Road) (Pct. 1)
b. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2008503) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Northeast corner of Guzmania Street & Ramseyer Road (Pct. 4)
c. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 20024643) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Northeast corner of Cantu Road & Bloodstone Road (Pct. 4)
d. Applicant: Vexus Project No. TXWE-FR03 - Line extension on Hutto Road, Goolie Road, Hernandez Road, and Minnesota Road. (Pct. 1)
e. Applicant: Tennessee Gas Pipeline Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: On Hall Acres Road, approximately ½ mile east of Cesar Chavez Road.(Pct. 4)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation Legal Description: 60.903 acres out of Lots 11-14 Blk. 84 Campacuas Addition; Proposed Maravillas Estates Ph. 5 Subdivision (Mile 1 W. Road & Mile 11 N. Road) (Pct. 1)
b. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2008503) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Northeast corner of Guzmania Street & Ramseyer Road (Pct. 4)
c. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 20024643) Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Northeast corner of Cantu Road & Bloodstone Road (Pct. 4)
d. Applicant: Vexus Project No. TXWE-FR03 - Line extension on Hutto Road, Goolie Road, Hernandez Road, and Minnesota Road. (Pct. 1)
e. Applicant: Tennessee Gas Pipeline Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: On Hall Acres Road, approximately ½ mile east of Cesar Chavez Road.(Pct. 4)
4.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-104631
District Clerk Fee report for the month of August 2026 $422,877.42
5.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-104594
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,753,760.01 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 8/20/2026 thru 9/02/2026.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
| 8/20/2026 - 8/26/2026 | $1,074,929.51 |
| 8/27/2026 - 8/31/2026 | $613,122.65 |
| 9/01/2026 - 9/02/2026 | $65,707.85 |
| Total | $1,753,760.01 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
B.
AI-104575
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 8/16/2026 - 8/31/2026 in the amount of $52,040.93 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 8/16/2026 - 8/31/2026 in the amount of $52,040.93 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
6.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-104615
| NO. | ACCOUNT | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | B2035.00.000.0056.00 | RY INVESTMENTS LLC (PAID BY: COTALITY) | $2,707.79 |
| 2. | T2100.00.239.0011.16 | RODRIGUEZ PAOLO ANDRES (PAID BY: COTALITY) | $3,702.62 |
| 3. | T8300.00.000.0007.00 | D'ARRIGO JOSEPH A (PAID BY: CORELOGIC TAX SERVICES LLC) | $3,870.42 |
| 4. | W2930.00.000.0044.00 | DAVILA YOLANDA ( PAID BY: RUTH ANN SUTTER) | $5,967.25 |
| 5. | E7200.99.001.0000.00 | GENUINE PARTS COMPANY | $21,947.97 |
| 6. | K2400.00.000.0253.01 | CAGED RETAIL PARTNERS LTD | $4,599.67 |
| 7 | P7544.00.000.0003.00 | BRINKER INTERNATIONAL PAYROLL COMPANY LP | $3,929.53 |
| 8. | T3020.00.000.0019.00 | RANCHO BRITO, LLC | $4,217.94 |
| 9. | T4060.00.000.0101.00 | ST. OF DONALD JOSPEH KILLELEA | $3,659.70 |
7.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-104566
Approval of certification of the revenues by the County Auditor for the DWI Court Grant program income and appropriation of the same for the month of July 2026 in the amount of $182.00, and August 2026 in the amount of $1,278.00.
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-104611
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 $595.00 (Requisition #26112946), 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 $595.00 (Requisition #26112946), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, and audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
9.
Veterans Services:
A.
AI-104461
Veterans Services (1100):
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor for $254.00 from juror donations and appropriation of the same.
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor for $254.00 from juror donations and appropriation of the same.
10.
Urban County:
A.
AI-104583
Requesting approval of one (1) applicant within the Hidalgo County jurisdiction, and one (1) applicant in the City of Elsa under the HOME Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
11.
IT Department:
A.
AI-104582
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless service through 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: |
| Human Resources Department | 1 | New Data Service |
12.
Purchasing Department:
A.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-104683
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign any related documents to effectuate the following Change Order (CO) for Noble Texas Builders ("Construction Manager at Risk for Hidalgo County Courthouse Phase II"):
| Description | Days |
| Change Order No.3 GMP No. 2 [2.3 Abatement & Demolition] | 20 Business Days - 30 Calendar Days |
2.
AI-104619
Requesting approval to add/delete the following vehicles and fuel cards (drivers) from US Bank Voyager:
| No. | Department Name | Adding Vehicle to Issue Card |
Delete Vehicle to Delete Card |
Add a Driver |
Delete Driver |
| 1. | HC - Adult Probation | 4 | 1 | 34 | 24 |
| 2. | HC - Constable Pct. 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 3. | HC - Constable Pct. 2 | 1 | 22 | 3 | 1 |
| 4. | HC - Constable Pct. 3 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| 5. | HC - Constable Pct. 4 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| 6. | HC - Constable Pct. 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 7. | HC - County Clerk | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 8. | HC - County Judge's Office | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 9. | HC - District Attorney | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 10. | HC - Elections Dept. | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 11. | HC - Emergency Mgmt. | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 12. | HC - Executive Office | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 13. | HC - Facilities Mgmt. | 16 | 25 | 17 | 2 |
| 14. | HC - Fire Marshal's Office | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 15. | HC - Head Start Program | 4 | 18 | 9 | 0 |
| 16. | HC - Health & Human Services | 14 | 19 | 91 | 57 |
| 17. | HC - Information Tech. | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 18. | HC - Juvenile Dept. | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 19. | HC - Juvenile Boot Camp Dept. | 0 | 0 | 4 | 22 |
| 20. | HC - Juvenile Justice Center | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 21. | HC - Planning Dept. | 10 | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| 22. | HC - Purchasing Dept. | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 23. | HC - Safety Dept. | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 24. | HC - Sheriff's Office | 8 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| 25. | HC - Tax Office | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 26. | HC - Texas A&M Agrilife | 1 | 1 | 5 | 14 |
| 27. | HC - WIC Program | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 97 | 126 | 202 | 127 |
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-104376
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Leomar Construction, LLC for the "Installation of Metal Shed Building" project, along with the final payment of $38,747.88, with authority for the County Judge and the Designee for Precinct 1 to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-104603
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with Amy Ayala “Lease of Parcel for Citizens Collection Site - Mercedes” (C-22-0421-09-06) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
3.
AI-104629
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 10 from the contracted vendor, NM Contracting, LLC in connection with the "Construction for [ARPA-24-121-358] Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Wellness, Activity, and Community Center (WACC) Project" (C-24-0295-10-15) for an extension of 60 additional days, as recommended and as detailed by project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC.
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-104655
A. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 for services under Work Authorization No. 2 (C-16-199-07-19) with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., to amend Exhibit B & D-1 to add services needed for a boundary and improvement survey due to the discovery of an encroaching canopy at the NE corner of SH 107 and 13th Ave. for the BUS281/SH107 Roadway and Drainage Improvement Project in the total amount of $15,606.72
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the professional services agreement with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. (C-16-199-07-19), for Work Authorization No. 2, requesting authority for L&G to engage R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC., as a subcontractor for the BUS 281/SH 107 Roadway & Drainage Improvement Project.
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the professional services agreement with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. (C-16-199-07-19), for Work Authorization No. 2, requesting authority for L&G to engage R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC., as a subcontractor for the BUS 281/SH 107 Roadway & Drainage Improvement Project.
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-104561
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 between Hidalgo County and SAMES, Inc. for Professional Engineering Services for "Liberty Blvd. Project (US 83 to Mile 3 Rd.)," to extend the termination date of the agreement (C-24-0065-09-03).
2.
AI-104607
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 for the Precinct No. 3 Professional Engineering Service Agreement (C-23-0508-02-06) between HC and Millennium Engineering Group, Inc. to extend the termination date of the agreement.
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-104602
A. Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the "J-01 Stormwater Management Project," submitted by Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC, as recommended by TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., project engineer.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC, for the "J-01 Stormwater Management Project," along with the final payment of $284,407.05, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Saenz Brothers Construction, LLC, for the "J-01 Stormwater Management Project," along with the final payment of $284,407.05, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2.
AI-104672
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc., for the "Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park Play System," project, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
F.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-104684
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice 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 | 8/31/2026 | 11330506 | $12,599.79 | 26200625 |
G.
Auditor's Office:
1.
AI-104627
Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 3 to the Service Agreement between HC and Tyler Technologies, Inc. (C-24-0319-11-12) to reflect the transfer of unused services.
H.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-104598
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Off Premises Record Storage-Pickup Retrieval Delivery and Shredding Services" (RFB-26-0513) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
2.
AI-104635
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with AshBritt, Inc. for “Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services” (C-23-0161E-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
3.
AI-104637
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161F-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
4.
AI-104638
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with CTC Disaster Response, Inc. for “Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services” (C-23-0161A-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
5.
AI-104639
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with DRC Emergency Services, LLC for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161B-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
6.
AI-104640
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with TFR Enterprises, Inc. for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161D-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
I.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-104588
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County District Attorney's inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged, and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
2.
AI-104599
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 1 from SKO Elite Repair LLC, for the "HVAC Improvements at Hidalgo County District Attorney's Annex 3" (C-26-0078-04-28), for an extension of additional days, as recommended by Project Manager, Halff Associates, Inc.
J.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-104613
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 4 in the amount not to exceed $4,680.00, 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 Chiller Replacements at the Adult Probation project.
2.
AI-104636
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Herrcon, LLC, for the "Elections Sewer Line Additional SOW," project, along with the final payment of $37,588.24, with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Director or designee to sign all required documentation.
K.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-104548
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 3 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with UTRGV - School of Nursing (C-22-0618-10-18) to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension under the same terms and conditions.
L.
IT Department:
1.
AI-104576
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year service maintenance agreement with CML Security, LLC, in the total amount of $16,200.00
2.
AI-104620
Requesting approval to purchase Ethernet services through the HC's Master Agreement with SmartCom Telephone LLC (C-20-484-09-15) for the location as listed below.
| Service Description | Term | Service Location | Monthly Recurring Cost |
| 1 Gbps x 1 Gbps Metro-E | 36 months | 702 E. Ramon Ayala Dr, Unit B Hidalgo Texas 78557 | $449.00 |
3.
AI-104621
Requesting approval to purchase Internet services through the HC's Master Agreement with SmartCom Telephone LLC (C-20-484-09-15), for the locations as listed below.
| Service Description | Term | Service Location | Monthly Recurring Cost | One-time Installation Fee |
| 100 Mbps x 100 Mbps DIA | 36 months | 2401 N. Moorefield Rd, Mission, Texas 78572 | $449.00 | $250.00 |
| 100 Mbps x 100 Mbps DIA | 36 months | 715 E. El Cibolo Rd, Edinburg, Texas 78541 | $449.00 | $250.00 |
4.
AI-104624
Requesting approval to renew the equipment support services agreement through the HC's Master Agreement with Kronos SaaShr, Inc. a UKG Company (C-21-0700-03-08), in the total amount of $76,626.17
M.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-104515
Requesting authority to exercise the sixth (6) one (1) year contract extension with Tarpon Towers III, LLC for "Lease of Tower Space - Weslaco", (C-20-220-09-29) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
2.
AI-104612
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 to the Contract (C-25-0499-09-16) between Hidalgo County and B2Z Engineering, LLC, for Professional Engineering Services for the "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Jail Expansion" project, to extend the termination date of the agreement.
3.
AI-104634
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Drug and Alcohol Testing Services" (RFB-26-0512) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
N.
Veterans Office:
1.
AI-104608
Requesting approval to award contractor Adaptive Access Construction LLC, for the Veterans Office Housing Repairs Project (G.O.), in the total amount of $33,850.00
O.
WIC:
1.
AI-104600
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Affiliation Program Agreement between HC WIC and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) to provide enrolled UTRGV students within the College of Health Professions with an educational experience utilizing the personnel, equipment, and facilities of WIC.
2.
AI-104604
Requesting approval to accept a donation of one (1) 2026 Ford Explorer from South Plains Community Action Association, Inc., with authority for HC Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.