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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
SEPTEMBER 29, 2026
10:00 A.M.
                     

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-103932
Proclamation in recognition of Hidalgo County Purchasing Department for receiving the 2026 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award
 
 
B.
AI-104777
Proclamation recognizing Mental Illness Awareness Week, National Depression Screening Day and World Mental Health Day.
 
 
C.
AI-104779
Proclamation recognizing September 2026 as National Suicide Awareness Month.
 
 
D.
AI-104725
Proclamation recognizing The Edinburg High School "Red and Blue" Sergeanettes Celebrating Their 90th Year Anniversary.
 
 
E.
AI-104811
Proclamation declaring October 6 - 12, 2026 as National Physician Assistant Week.
 
 
F.
AI-104832
Proclamation declaring October 2026 as Manufacturing Month.
 
 
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
 
6.
Open Forum
 
7.
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
AI-104833
Discussion, consideration and approval of Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo, Texas and the Children’s Bereavement Center Rio Grande Valley. 
 
 
8.
Probate Court #1:
 
A.
AI-104728
Requesting authorization and approval to waive the Travel Policy Procedures to allow mileage payment/reimbursement for Probate Court #1 staff, Yolanda Hernandez, Court Coordinator and Samantha N. Dimas, Assistant Court Coordinator, who are each registered to attend the Texas Association for Court Administration seminar in Austin, Texas on October 12–16, 2026.
 
 
9.
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-104734
DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries and fringes for all employees supported by the Victim Assistance Program Grant, pending Fiscal Year 2027 award.
 
 
B.
AI-104736
DA - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (DVU)(1281):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries and fringes for all employees currently being paid by the Domestic Violence Unit Grant pending award of the Fiscal Year 2027 grant.
 
 
10.
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-104798
Discussion, consideration and action, in accordance with the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules, for the following employee #210773 to be paid out for accrued Compensatory Time, Holiday and Annual Leave (Employee will be transferred to MVCPA TASK FORCE GRANT)
 
 
B.
AI-104579
Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) (1282):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2026 Edward Byrne Memorial - Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program with the U.S. Department of Justice.
2. Discussion, consideration, review, and approval of the program Application /Narrative for the grant.
3. Authorization for County Judge, County Executive Office and/or Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign the required documentation and application under the Grants Management System as authorized officials.
 
 
C.
AI-104820
1. Approval for Sheriff's Office to submit Certification of Compliance with Foreign National Vetting Requirements to the Office of the Governor — Public Safety Office in relation with OPSG FY25 Grant #3172211. 
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
 
 
11.
Constable Pct. #1:
 
A.
AI-104715
1. Approval for Constable Pct. 1 to submit Certification of Compliance with Foreign National Vetting Requirements to the Office of the Governor — Public Safety Office in relation with OPSG FY25 Grant #3174711. Hidalgo County Human Resources has confirmed vetting has been conducted consistent with federal grant requirements.
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
 
 
12.
Constable Pct. #2:
 
A.
AI-104793
1. Approval for Constable Pct. 2 to submit Certification of Compliance with Foreign National Vetting Requirements to the Office of the Governor — Public Safety Office in relation with OPSG FY25 Grant #3174811. 
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
 
 
B.
AI-104822
Constable Precinct 2 – DEA McAllen Task Force (1284):
1. Approval of a State and Local Task Force Agreement between the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 2 Office and the United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), with authorization for Constable Martin Cantu to sign all pertinent documentation.
2. Requesting authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the agreement terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenue, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY2026 Constable Precinct 2 Task Force Agreement in the amount of $22,377.00 and appropriation of the same amount.
 
 
13.
Constable Pct. #3:
 
A.
AI-104735
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Antonio Moctezuma as Deputy Constable by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Precinct 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
 
 
B.
AI-104842
1. Approval for Constable Pct. 3 to submit Certification of Compliance with Foreign National Vetting Requirements to the Office of the Governor — Public Safety Office in relation with OPSG FY25 Grant# 3174911. 
2. Authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez, as authorized official, to sign required documents. 
 
 
14.
Constable Pct. #4:
 
A.
AI-104717
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI-103967 on 07/21/2026 for appropriation of Constable Pct.4 Asset Forfeiture CCP59 Unassigned Fund Balance (Fund 1231) to Constable Pct.4 Asset Forfeiture Ch59 (Object Code 752) in the amount of $78,341.78 to pay for the purchase of two (2) 2025 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles. 
 
 
15.
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
 
B.
AI-104803
Sheriff - Auto Theft Task Force (1284):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Proposed Amount
Add Assignment Pay 0280 2800936 Deputy Sheriff $2,100.00
Add Clothing Allowance $500.00
 
 
C.
AI-104817
Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Current Allowance Proposed Allowance
Remove Auto Allowance 0140 1400012 Accountant III $1,500.00 $0.00
Add Auto Allowance 0140 1400014 Supervisor II $0.00 $1,500.00
 
 
D.
AI-104868
Pct 3. Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 12/31/2026:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Allowance Amount
Add Supplemental Allowance 0123 1230018 Supervisor II $5,985.00
 
 
E.
AI-104815
Precinct 4 (1100):
Approval to create a temporary full-time position from 09/29/2026 - 03/29/2027:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Grade
Create 0124 1240129 Mechanic II 08
 
 
F.
AI-104865
Urban County (1288):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2027:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Grade
Create 0250 2500031 Division Manager II 16
 
 
16.
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-104799
Discussion, consideration and possible action approving Urban County Program to enter into a construction contract with 2GS LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $260,846.40 utilizing CDBG funds from Fiscal Year 2024 Palmview Street Improvement Funds.
 
 
B.
AI-104821
Discussion, consideration and possible action approving Urban County Program to enter into a construction contract with Elite Grading & Paving, LLC, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $214,865.55 utilizing CDBG funds from Fiscal Year 2023 and 2024 Mercedes Street Improvement Funds.
 
 
C.
AI-104825
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving the Urban County Program to enter into a contract with A-One Insulation & RG Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors the lowest responsible bidder in that amount of $464,300.00 for single-family housing demolition and reconstruction services.
 
 
17.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-104687
Requesting approval and authorization for a change fund in the amount of $50.00 for the Immunizations Division under the Health and Human Services Department, pursuant to Local Government Code 130.902.
 
 
B.
AI-104773
1.  Requesting approval to accept the Office of Border Public Health FY27 award in the amount of $9,500.00
2.  Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $9,500.00 and appropriation of the same.
 
 
C.
AI-104809
Pursuant to Chapter 121 Local Public Health Reorganization Act; Sec.121.006, requesting approval of the Self Pay Clients Fee Schedule to be effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
 
 
D.
Health Care Funding District:
 
1.
AI-104713
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.
 
 
18.
Head Start Program:
 
A.
AI-104776
Appointment/Approval of One (1) Community Representative by each Member of the Commissioners' Court to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Policy Council for a One (1) Year Term According to 45 CFR (1301.3) (d)(3).
 
 
B.
AI-104782
Discussion/Approval on request to enter into a Five (5) year agreement for OT Corefax cloud software through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with the Department of Information Resources (DIR) awarded vendor, Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc. (Contract TX DIR-CPO-5427) in the total monthly amount of $300.00.
 
 
C.
AI-104783
Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete and Auction the Attached List of Items to Transfer Items to the County's Approved Auctioneer Bond and Bond Auction Company for proper Disposition.
 
 
D.
AI-104813
Discussion/Approval to Submit the Following Two (2) 2027 Budget and One-Time Funding Applications:
1. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
2. Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
3. One-Time Funding for Program Improvement and Health & Safety Requests.
 
 
19.
Elections Department:
 
A.
AI-104792
1. Discussion on Election Updates.
2. Approval of the November 3,2026, General and Local Entities Elections Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities:
  • Donna ISD
  • Edcouch ISD
  • Edinburg CISD
  • Hidalgo ISD
  • La Joya ISD
  • La Villa ISD
  • Mercedes ISD
  • Monte Alto ISD
  • PSJA ISD
  • South Texas ISD
  • Weslaco ISD
  • City of Edcouch
  • City of Mission
  • City of Progreso
  • City of Weslaco
  • Hidalgo County Appraisal District
 
 
20.
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-104784
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. El Rancho Escondido Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Maria Olivarez) (Mile 11 N. Road & Monmack Road)
b. Trenton Tower Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (KVL Real Estate Holdings, LLC.) (Tower Road & Trenton Road)
c. Trenton Tower Estates Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (KVL Real Estate Holdings, LLC.) (Tower Road & Trenton Road)
d. Replat of Lots 1, 2 & 3 Santa Fe Terrace Subdivision- Pct. 2 (My Home, LLC.) (El Gato Road & South 3rd Street)
e. Dunhill Estates Phase 1 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Mile 19 Development, LLC.) (Mile 19 N. Road & Cesar Chavez Road)

2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Penco Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Penco RGV Enterprises, LLC.) (Mile 5 N. Road & 4 ½ N. Road)
b. Sonora Estates Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Cayetano Development, LLC.) (Mile 7 N. Road & Inspiration Road)

3. Final Approval
a. Serenity Oaks Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Carranza Dev., LLC.) (Cesar Chavez Road & Alberta Road)
b. Iowa Acres Subdivision- Pct. 3 (1960 Investment Co., LLC.) (Iowa Road & Mile 8 Road)
c. Iowa Groves Subdivision- Pct. 3 (F & T LLC.) (Iowa Road & Mile 8 N. Road)
d. Meadow View on Trenton Subdivision- Pct. 1 (O.G. Construction & Dev., LLC.) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
 
 
21.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A.
AI-104785
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel Numbers 79,100,123, 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.
 
 
22.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
 
A.
AI-104862
Discussion, consideration and approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Precinct 3, and the Hidalgo County Emergency Service District No. 5, to use certain designated portions of the Precinct 3 Field Operations Annex. 
 
 
B.
AI-104864
Discussion, consideration, and approval of an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Precinct 3, and the Hidalgo County Emergency Service District No. 6, to use certain designated portions of the Precinct 3 Field Operations Annex. 
 
 
23.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1.
AI-104703
Requesting approval of budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
 
 
24.
Purchasing Department:
 
A.
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-104765
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) 2023 Freightliner Grapple Truck through HC's Membership with OMNIA Partners Cooperative (Contract No. 2019000319) from Big Truck Rental, LLC, in the total amount of $127,000.00
 
 
B.
Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-104855
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated Agreement with Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. for the "Russell-Chapin Rd. Hike & Bike Trail Project, as ranked and approved by CC (01/07/2025 AI-97896).  
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 not to exceed the amount of $59,170.00 as submitted by Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc., to provide project management services, procurement of design consultant, TASA Program coordination and implementation, and AFA Development for the "Russell-Chapin Rd. Hike & Bike Trail Project"; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed. 
 
 
2.
AI-104800
Requesting approval for the Purchase of the Pct. 4 Splash Pad (South East Park) through HC's membership with Sourcewell (Contract No. 101625-RDP), from Rain Drop Products, LLC in the total amount not to exceed $662,631.62 (fee includes bonds).
 
 
C.
IT Department
 
1.
AI-104789
Requesting approval to purchase five (5) NEOGOV Subscription Agreements through HC's membership with OMNIA Partners (Contract No. 2024056-02) from SHI Government Solutions, in the total amount of $199,540.50
 
 
D.
Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1.
AI-104816
Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Service Agreement between HC and Netsmart Technologies, Inc. (C-24-0389-12-10), to reflect a three-year service ramp-down, in the total amount of $105,450.00
 
 
25.
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
 
B.
AI-104797
Historical Commission:
1.  Requesting approval to submit a Letter of Intent to apply for FY 2027 Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant from the Texas Historical Commission with authority for County Judge to sign 
2.  Requesting approval to submit application for FY2027 Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant from the Texas Historical Commission with authority for County Judge to sign all related documents
 
 
C.
AI-104835
1. Approval of Real Estate Purchase Contract for the purchase of 3 lots as follows:
Lot 1
1916 Tesoro Blvd. Pharr, Tx 78577
Sugar Business Center at 495 UT No.1 Lot 1
Lot 2
1914 Tesoro Blvd. Pharr, Tx 78577
Sugar Business Center at 495 UT No.1 Lot 2
Lot 3
1912 Tesoro Blvd. Pharr, Tx 78577
Sugar Business Center at 495 UT No.1 Lot 3

2. Authority for the County Treasurer to issue earnest money check to Edwards Abstract &Title Company in the amount of $20,000.00 after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
3. Authority for County Judge and/or Executive Officer to execute the closing and all other documents related to the purchase.
4. Authority for County Treasurer to issue check(s) for property purchase via wire transfer or manual check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.  
 
 
D.
AI-104881
Requesting approval to authorize Right of Entry for Survey and Site Assessment - Tract No. RGV-MCS-R1408E to the U.S. Customs & Border Protection Dept. of Homeland Security with authority for Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign documents
 
 
26.
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:
 
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-104879
Pending/potential litigation - Courthouse Incident DOL 8/30/26
 
 
D.
AI-104795
Cause No. C-2563-26-M; Planet Home Lending, LLC v. Leonel Villegas, Jr, et al
 
 
E.
AI-104859
Cause No CL-23-4160-F; Gloria Tagle, individually and as representative of the estate of Jesus Tagle v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
 
 
F.
AI-104866
Claim of Carlos Brito 
 
 
27.
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)
 
28.
Open Session:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
 
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
AI-104880
Pending/potential litigation - Courthouse Incident DOL 8/30/26
 
 
D.
AI-104796
Cause No. C-2563-26-M; Planet Home Lending, LLC v. Leonel Villegas, Jr, et al
 
 
E.
AI-104860
Cause No CL-23-4160-F; Gloria Tagle, individually and as representative of the estate of Jesus Tagle v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
 
 
F.
AI-104867
Claim of Carlos Brito 
 
 
29.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
30.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
31.
Adjourn