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AGENDA HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING SEPTEMBER 22, 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-104710
Proclamation declaring September as National Deaf Awareness Month.
B.
AI-104727
Resolution recognizing the Texas Mission of Mercy (TMOM) Dental Initiative for achieving its 100th event, to be held October 2–3, 2026, at Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, Texas, and honoring its continued commitment to providing free dental services to underserved individuals and families throughout Texas.
C.
AI-104729
Approval of Proclamation declaring September 21-25, 2026 as National Gear Up Week.
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Open Forum
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-104757
Discussion, consideration and approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo, Texas and Hidalgo County Community Service Agency (CSA) for the County to provide funding to assist CSA with case management operations for the purposes of improving the provision of direct services.
B.
AI-104764
1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the “PossAble Dream” Literacy Initiative under the Hidalgo County Literacy Program, as authorized under Section 381.004(b)(6) and (c) of the Texas Local Government Code;
2. Pursuant to action taken by HCCC 03-03-15 Regular Agenda 6.F. AI#45701 under TXLGC 381; Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements as authorized under a contract for community economic development made by the County;
3. Approval of an Agreement between Hidalgo County, by and through the County Judge’s Office, and The PossAble Dream Foundation to assist in the administration of the “PossAble Dream” Literacy Initiative under the Hidalgo County Literacy Program.
2. Pursuant to action taken by HCCC 03-03-15 Regular Agenda 6.F. AI#45701 under TXLGC 381; Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements as authorized under a contract for community economic development made by the County;
3. Approval of an Agreement between Hidalgo County, by and through the County Judge’s Office, and The PossAble Dream Foundation to assist in the administration of the “PossAble Dream” Literacy Initiative under the Hidalgo County Literacy Program.
C.
AI-104769
Discussion, consideration and action approving the 2026 Civic Engagement Partnership Commitment between the Advocacy Alliance Center of Texas (AACT), a non-partisan voting advocacy organization, and the County of Hidalgo, Texas for the purposes of empowering the County workforce to be registered, informed and vote for the 2026 Election periods.
8.
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-104770
Approval of the appointment of interns as per Exhibit A.
C.
AI-104767
Probate Court I - HOGG Foundation Grant:
1. Approval to create one (1) part-time position, effective 10/01/2026:
2. Approval to revise the Non-Classified Position List in accordance with the action above.
1. Approval to create one (1) part-time position, effective 10/01/2026:
| Action | Location # | Position # | Position Title | Hourly Rate |
| Create | 0023 | 230010 | Project Coordinator | $25.00 |
2. Approval to revise the Non-Classified Position List in accordance with the action above.
D.
AI-104768
Discussion, consideration and action to set health insurance plan premiums for calendar year 2027
9.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-104663
Requesting approval to submit application for NACCHO grant funding opportunity: Advancing Evidence-Based Strategies to Strengthen Vaccine Uptake and Confidence in High-Risk Communities
B.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-104771
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.
10.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-104696
Community Service Agency
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the following actions:
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the following actions:
| Action | Department/Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Gross Budget Amount |
Proposed Gross Budget Amount |
| Salary Adjustment | 901-033 | 0073 | Division Manager II Grant Accounting | $86,050.00 | $90,860.00 |
| Salary Adjustment | 901-033 | 0013 | RSVP Area Coordinator | $31,325.00 | $34,861.00 |
| Salary Adjustment | 901-033 | 0013 | RSVP Area Coordinator | $32,891.00 | $34,861.00 |
| Salary Adjustment | 901-033 | 0001 SCP | Senior Companion Recruiter-Manager | $32,892.00 | $34,861.00 |
| Salary Adjustment | 901-033 | 0002 SCP | Senior Companion Recruiter-Manager | $36,218.00 | $38,651.00 |
| Salary Adjustment | 901-033 | 0001 FGP | Foster Grandparent Recruiter-Manager | $35,545.00 | $37,344.00 |
| Salary Adjustment | 901-033 | 007 | Executive Assistant II | $58,573.00 | $64,001.00 |
B.
AI-104697
Community Service Agency
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the following actions:
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the following actions:
| Action | Department/Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Gross Budget Amount | Proposed Gross Budget Amount |
| Salary Increase | 901-033 | 002 | Manager Administrative Operations | $86,050.00 | $92,050.00 |
11.
WIC:
A.
AI-104648
1. WIC ADMIN - Program 001 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $11,253,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $11,253,000.00 as approved by the County Auditor for the FY27 Admin Funding and appropriation of the same.
2. WIC Peer Counselor - Program 002 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $1,350,600.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $1,350,600.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Peer Counselor and appropriation of the same.
3. WIC Registered Dietitian - Program 012 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $99,300.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $99,300.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Registered Dietitian and appropriation of the same.
4. WIC Lactation Services - Program 013 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $33,660.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $33,660.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Lactation Services and appropriation of the same.
5. WIC Lactation Support Center - Program 017 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $401,514.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $401,514.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Lactation Support Center and appropriation of the same.
6. WIC TXIN Internet - Program 022 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $22,500.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $22,500.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 TXIN Internet and appropriation of the same.
7. WIC Improving Participant Experience - Program 023 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 aware in the amount of $196,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $196,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 IPE and appropriation of the same.
8. WIC Other - Program 024 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $44,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $44,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Other and appropriation of the same.
9. WIC Breastfeeding Initiative - Program 031 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $50,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $50,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Breastfeeding Initiative and appropriation of the same.
10. Requesting approval to submit the Contractor Information Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $11,253,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $11,253,000.00 as approved by the County Auditor for the FY27 Admin Funding and appropriation of the same.
2. WIC Peer Counselor - Program 002 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $1,350,600.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $1,350,600.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Peer Counselor and appropriation of the same.
3. WIC Registered Dietitian - Program 012 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $99,300.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $99,300.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Registered Dietitian and appropriation of the same.
4. WIC Lactation Services - Program 013 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $33,660.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $33,660.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Lactation Services and appropriation of the same.
5. WIC Lactation Support Center - Program 017 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $401,514.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $401,514.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Lactation Support Center and appropriation of the same.
6. WIC TXIN Internet - Program 022 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $22,500.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $22,500.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 TXIN Internet and appropriation of the same.
7. WIC Improving Participant Experience - Program 023 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 aware in the amount of $196,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $196,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 IPE and appropriation of the same.
8. WIC Other - Program 024 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $44,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $44,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Other and appropriation of the same.
9. WIC Breastfeeding Initiative - Program 031 (1292):
A. Requesting approval to accept the Health and Human Services Commission Contract No.HHS001503400008 award in the amount $50,000.00 for the contract period of October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
B. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $50,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY27 Breastfeeding Initiative and appropriation of the same.
10. Requesting approval to submit the Contractor Information Form for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
12.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-104724
1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of McAllen and Hidalgo County for the purchase and installation of a park fitness court at Zinnia Park for the purpose of enhancing public recreational amenities within the City of McAllen and for the use of the City and County residents located within the City of McAllen; all within Hidalgo County Precinct 4.
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the proposed purchase and installation of a park fitness court at Zinnia Park for the purpose of enhancing public recreational amenities within the City of McAllen and for the use of the City and County residents; all within Hidalgo County Precinct 4.
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the proposed purchase and installation of a park fitness court at Zinnia Park for the purpose of enhancing public recreational amenities within the City of McAllen and for the use of the City and County residents; all within Hidalgo County Precinct 4.
13.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-104660
1. Public Hearing on the 2027 Proposed Budget as per Texas Local Government Code 111.067
2. Discussion, consideration, and action on changes and corrections to the 2027 Proposed Budget.
3. Adoption of the 2027 Annual Budget at the departmental level.
4. Approval of Hidalgo County Pay Tables.
2. Discussion, consideration, and action on changes and corrections to the 2027 Proposed Budget.
3. Adoption of the 2027 Annual Budget at the departmental level.
4. Approval of Hidalgo County Pay Tables.
B.
AI-104661
1. Approval of order setting the 2026 Hidalgo County Tax Rates as follows:
a. Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate - 0.5194
b. Debt Service Tax Rate - 0.0497
c. Total Ad Valorem Tax Rate - 0.5691
a. Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate - 0.5194
b. Debt Service Tax Rate - 0.0497
c. Total Ad Valorem Tax Rate - 0.5691
C.
AI-104673
2026 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Leases (Various Departments):
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund lease expenditures.
2. Approval of 2026 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund lease expenditures.
3. Approval of 2026 transfers to fund lease expenditures.
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund lease expenditures.
2. Approval of 2026 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund lease expenditures.
3. Approval of 2026 transfers to fund lease expenditures.
14.
Purchasing Department:
A.
IT Department:
1.
AI-104762
Requesting approval to enter into a Service Agreement for removal of public Wi-Fi towers through HC's membership with the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR Contract No. DIR-CPO-5384) with Insight Public Sector, Inc, in the total amount of $237,695.00
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-104739
A. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms submitting responses to HC (RFP No. 26-0204-07-08) Professional Engineering Services for the Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Mile 2 W Rehab project (SH 107 to IH-2) in Hidalgo County Pct. No. 1:
B. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of _____________for Precinct No. 1 - Professional Engineering Services for the Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Mile 2 W Rehab project (SH 107 to IH-2).
| Evaluated Firms | B2Z Engineering, LLC. | Sames, Inc. | Consor North American, Inc. |
Garza & Hernandez, PLLC. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| Evaluator No. 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 7 | 9 | 11 |
| RANK |
2.
AI-104436
Requesting approval to award contract to 1KMEG SPORTS PR, Inc., the qualified and sole responsive bidder, for "Marketing & Advertising Services" (C-26-0268-09-22).
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-104699
Requesting approval to purchase a Fitness Court from Sole Source approved vendor National Fitness Campaign LP, in the total amount of $129,050.00 for Precinct 4.
15.
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-104760
1. Approval of an updated Real Estate Purchase Contract for the purchase of property located at 4405 Professional Drive, Edinburg, TX (E.E.D.C., NO.5, Lot 1 Subdivision to the City of Edinburg).
2. Authority for County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the closing and all other documents related to the purchase.
3. Authority for County Treasurer to issue check(s) for property purchase via wire transfer or check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
2. Authority for County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the closing and all other documents related to the purchase.
3. Authority for County Treasurer to issue check(s) for property purchase via wire transfer or check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
16.
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-104720
Claim of Luis Alanis
17.
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)
18.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
C.
AI-104721
Claim of Luis Alanis
19.
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
20.
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
21.
Adjourn