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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
NOVEMBER 10, 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-105127
Proclamation Commemorating Veterans Day
 
 
B.
AI-105112
Proclamation Honoring the 100th Birthday of Mrs. Yolanda Garza.
 
 
C.
AI-105165
Proclamation declaring November as Children's Grief Awareness Month and November 19 as Children's Grief Awareness Day.
 
 
D.
AI-105183
Proclamation recognizing November 2026 as Eye Donation Month.
 
 
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
 
6.
Open Forum
 
7.
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
AI-104781
1. Discussion, Consideration and action to approve the “Valley Symphony Orchestra” Arts Initiative, under the Hidalgo County Economic Development Arts Program, as authorized under Section 381.004(b)(7) and (c) of the Texas Local Government Code;
2. Pursuant to action taken by HCCC 07-17-18 Regular Agenda AI-65705 under TLGC 381, requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements as authorized under a contract for economic development made by the County;
3. Approval of an agreement between Hidalgo County, by and through the County Judge’s Office, and the Valley Symphony Orchestra to assist with the administration of the “Valley Symphony Orchestra” Arts Initiative under the Hidalgo County Arts Program.
 
 
8.
Economic Development:
 
A.
AI-105210
Annual Update on the Tres Lagos TIRZ (Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of McAllen).
 
 
9.
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-105148
DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281):
1. Approval to accept the Victim Assistance Program (VAP) grant #2924309 in the amount of $1,370,971.29 from the Office of the Governor for the period of 10/01/2026 through 09/30/2027.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY2027 VAP grant and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval to submit a budget adjustment to the VAP grant to update personnel information.
 
 
B.
AI-105150
DA - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (1281):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2027 Domestic Violence Unit grant award in the amount of $109,347.08 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of 10-1-2026 to 9-30-2027 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, for the FY 2027 Domestic Violence Unit grant and appropriation of same.
 
 
C.
AI-105151
DA - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a Domestic Violence Unit (DVU) grant #3596509 budget adjustment.
 
 
10.
HIDTA - Task Force:
 
A.
AI-105232
DEA Task Force Officer (1281):
1.  Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the DEA and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office agreement terms and conditions.
2.  Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2027 DEA and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office agreement in the amount of $20,250.42 and appropriation of same. 
3. Authorization and approval to bank extra duty hours from November 10, 2026 to September 30, 2027 to DEA TFO assigned from Hidalgo County DA's Office, Employee # 208485.
 
 
B.
AI-105145
HIDTA Homeland Security Task Forces (HSTF) (1291):
1.  Approval of the FY 2027 Overtime Agreement (MIS Number:SAT-TXS-1462) between the Homeland Security Task Forces (HSTF) and the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $22,377.00.
2.  Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the agreement terms and conditions.
3.  Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2027 HSTF agreement in the amount of $22,377.00 and appropriation of same.
 
 
11.
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-105212
Sheriff's Office - FY 2026 General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept the General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA). Grant No. 4218506, in the amount of $93,080.80 ($74,464.64 OOG Funds + $18,616.16 Cash Match) effective on 10/01/2026 - 09/30/2027 received from the Office of the Governor-Criminal
Justice Division (OOG-CJD) with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically sign grant award form and related documents.
2. Approval of the certification of revenues of $74,464.64  by County Auditor for the General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA) and appropriation of $93,080.80
3. Approval of inter-fund transfer to fund cash match in the amount of $18,616.16.
 
 
12.
Constable Pct. #1:
 
A.
AI-105170
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Dwight F Yoder as Reserve Deputy Constable by Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Pct. 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
 
 
B.
AI-105172
Requesting approval of the 2026 appropriation of funds into Constable Pct. 1 CCP 59 from the unassigned fund balance for the amount of $15,676.20 to fund operating expenditures.
 
 
13.
Constable Pct. #3:
 
A.
AI-105162
Constable Pct. 3 - Irrigation Districts (1285):
1. Approval to retroactively validate and accept Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Irrigation District 6, Irrigation District 16, and United Irrigation District for FY 2027 (ratifying the period of 10-18-2026 to 10-17-2027) with authority for the County Judge and Constable Lazardo
Gallardo, as authorized officials, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval of interfund transfer to fund cash match portion for the IRR DISTS CPCT3 FY27.
 
 
14.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
 
A.
AI-105177
Discussion and approval of Attachment D RTS Workstation Lease Agreement for the use of State of Texas Automation Equipment by and between the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the County of Hidalgo.  This attachment reflects six (6) additional leased registration and titling systems.
 
 
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-105142
1. Discussion and action on the attached E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding for Employers Using a Web Services E-Verify Employer Agent between Hidalgo County, the Department of Homeland Security and Governmentjobs.com, Inc.
2. Requesting authority for Mrs. Erika Reyna, Director, Department of Human Resources to sign (via electronic signature) the E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on behalf of the County.
 
 
C.
AI-105194
Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 05/10/2027:
Action Location # Position #  Position Title Proposed Amount
Add Supplemental Allowance 0123 1230003 Director, Field Operations II $2,500
 
 
D.
AI-105202
Hurricane Preparedness (1100):
Approval to extend the following temporary full-time position, beginning 12/01/2026 through 02/28/2027:
Action Location # Position #  Position Title Grade
Extend 0122 1150073 Truck Driver I 04
 
 
E.
AI-105205
Health - CPS-PHIG (1293):
Approval of the following action, effective the next full pay period 11/16/2026 and for calendar year 2027:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Grade
Create 0340 3400178 Public Health Specialist I 09
 
 
F.
AI-105213
County Treasurer (1100):
Approval to create two (2) temporary full-time positions, beginning 11/10/2026 through 05/07/2027  :
Action Location # Position # Position Title Grade
Create 0150 1500018 Payroll Clerk II 08
Create 0150 1500019 Accounting Clerk I 06
 
 
G.
AI-105260
Pct. 1 (1100):
Approval to create two (2) regular part-time positions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2027:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Grade
Create 0121 1210152 Athletic Trainer 09
Create 0121 1210153 Athletic Trainer 09
 
 
H.
AI-105261
Crim DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employees listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2027:
Action Location # Position # Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 3 0080 800177 Assistant District Attorney IV 07
Discretionary Step 3 0080 800227 Assistant District Attorney II 03
Discretionary Step 3 0080 800214 Assistant District Attorney II 03
 
 
I.
AI-105184
Approval of the appointment of interns as per Exhibit A.
 
 
16.
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-105164
Discussion, consideration, and approval for the Fiscal Year 2026 Urban County Program Interlocal Agreements with sixteen (16) participating cities, and authorization for Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign all necessary agreements.
 
 
B.
AI-105130
Discussion, consideration, and ratification of the execution of the grant document and approval of a resolution designating Dr. Joel Rivera, Director of the Hidalgo County Urban County Program, as the County's Authorized Representative and authorized signatory for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) FY 2026 Economic Development Initiative–Community Project Funding (EDI-CPF) Grant No. B-26-CP-TX-2015, for the West Main Drain Project; and authorizing execution of associated grant documents.
 
 
C.
AI-105214
Discussion, consideration, and possible action approving the Urban County Program to enter into a contract with RG Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors & Quality Investments the lowest responsible bidder in that amount of $395,390.00 for single-family housing demolition and reconstruction services.
 
 
D.
AI-105230
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Service Fiscal Year 2026 Sub-Recipient Agreements with twenty-five (23) non-profit agencies. Funding will be used retroactively effective July 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027.
(Subject to legal review and SAM.gov status)
 
 
17.
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
Health Care Funding District:
 
1.
AI-105167
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.
 
 
2.
AI-105180
Authorization for Dairen Sarmiento Rangel, Director of the Health and Human Services Department to sign and submit an attestation to HHSC regarding new rule 20, approved on Commissioners Court October 27, 2026 AI-105095, confirming that the mandatory assessments are imposed exclusively and separately on net patient revenue attributable to inpatient hospital services and on net patient revenue attributable to outpatient hospital services.
 
 
18.
Community Service Agency:
 
A.
AI-105138
Presentation of the proposed 2027 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Community Action Plan (CAP) and Budget.
1. Convene a public hearing regarding the proposed 2027 CSBG Community Action Plan and Budget.
2. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the 2027 CSBG Community Action Plan and Budget.
 
 
B.
AI-105144
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the 2027 Service Delivery Plan for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
 
 
19.
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-105190
1.  Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a.  La Loma Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Daniec Development, Inc.) (Mile 11 ½ N. Road & Victoria Road)

2.  Final Approval 
a.  Minnesota Springs Subdivision-  Pct. 1 (88 Acquisitions, LLC.) (Minnesota Road & Valverde Road)
 
 
B.
AI-105131
1. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Lavenia Crossing Subdivision- Pct. 4 (KVL Real Estates Holdings, LLC.) (Curve Road & Dillon Road)
2. Final Approval
a. D & J Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (David Torres Jr.) (Schunior Road & Mon Mack Road)
b. Renu Acres Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Uner Gomez) (Mile 7 N. Road & Brushline Road)
c. Zares Subdivision- Pct. 2 (Zares, LLC.) (Eldora Road & Tower Road)
d. Western Creek Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Los Hermanos Land Dev., LLC.) (Western Road & Mile 5 Road)
e. De Leon-Zamora Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Jose De Leon) (Conway Ave. & Mile 3 Line)
f. Los Cortijos No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (SoTex Terranova, LP) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
g. Era Monte Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Pena Chapa Dev., LLC.) (El Quelite Road & Circle 6 West Street)
 
 
20.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A.
AI-105249
1. Discussion, Consideration and action to approve the “Fine Arts Conservatory” Arts Initiative, under the Hidalgo County Economic Development Arts Program, as authorized under Section 381.004(b)(7) and (c) of the Texas Local Government Code;
2. Pursuant to action taken by HCCC 07-17-18 Regular Agenda AI-65705 under TLGC 381, requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements as authorized under a contract for economic development made by the County;
3. Approval of an agreement between Hidalgo County, and The Rio Grande Valley Fine Arts Conservatory to assist with the administration of the “Fine Arts Conservatory” Arts Initiative under the Hidalgo County Arts Program.
 
 
B.
AI-105264
1.  Discussion, consideration, and approval of Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo, Texas, by and through the Commissioner, Precinct 2, and the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc.
2. Approval for Hidalgo County Precinct 2 County Commissioner, Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding.
 
 
21.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
 
A.
AI-105242
Requesting authorization and approval to name a private road(s) for 9-1-1 purposes, as recommended by the Rio Grande Valley Emergency Communication District: Purposed Names: Raymundo Road, measures 1,520 linear feet, that runs East to West approximately 3,500 feet south of Circle 6 Street South of the intersection with Circle 6 Street West; David Road measures 3,500 linear feet, that runs East to West approximately 3,500 feet south of Circle 6 Street South of the intersection with Circle 6 Street West. 
 
 
22.
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-105163
Approval of the AEP Contribution-in-Aid-of-Construction (CIAC) Agreement for San Carlos Gardens No 2 for the installation of 8 streetlights located in Precinct No. 4.
 
 
B.
American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1.
AI-105195
Requesting approval of ARPA budget revisions as per Exhibit A.
 
 
23.
Purchasing Department:
 
A.
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-105181
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) Bomag 84" Smooth Drum Roller through HC's membership with Sourcewell Cooperative (Contract No. 022626) from Anderson Equipment Company, in the total amount of $139,466.12
 
 
2.
AI-105102
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated agreement (C-26-0204-07-08) with B2Z Engineering, LLC for "Professional Engineering Services for Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Mile 2 W Rehab from SH 107 to IH-2," as ranked and approved by the Commissioners Court on September 22, 2026 (AI-104739), subject to final approval by Legal Counsel and TxDOT.
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1, in the estimated amount of $1,268,859.05, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, under Project-specific (RFP No. 26-0204-07-08-08), for "Professional Engineering Services for Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Mile 2 W Rehab from SH 107 to IH-2," subject to final approval by Legal Counsel and TxDOT.
 
 
B.
Pct. 2
 
1.
AI-105229
Requesting acceptance and approval of the construction agreement (C-26-0701-11-10) with job-order contractor Synergy Development & Construction, LLC, through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS JOC Contract No. 26010402), for the "McAllen Segment 3 Hike & Bike Trail" project in the amount of $2,331,700.50; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds.
 
 
C.
Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1.
AI-105198
Requesting approval to enter into a (1) year Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with automatic one (1) year renewals with the School Entities as listed below for Food Regulation Inspection Services.
School Name Contract Number
Vanguard Academy C-26-0664-11-10
Edinburg ISD C-26-0665-11-10
 
 
2.
AI-105199
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between HC and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston - Brownsville Campus for a cooperative research program on reportable communicable diseases.
 
 
D.
Facilities Management
 
1.
AI-105118
Requesting approval to award contractor Synergy Development and Construction, LLC, through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System Cooperative (TIPS NON-JOC Contract: 26010401), for the "ADA Compliance Repairs - ADA Corrective Work at Annex 3" project in the total amount of $265,000.00, with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds. 
 
 
2.
AI-105254
Requesting acceptance and approval of the construction agreement (C-26-0694-11-10) with job-ordering contractor SKO Elite Repair, LLC, through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS JOC Contract No. 24010402) for the "Adult Probation/Morgue Asphalt Overlay & Parking Improvements" project in the amount of $481,753.49, with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds. 
 
 
E.
Co. Wide
 
1.
AI-105189
A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of graded vendor submissions with the recommendation by the evaluation committee members for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (RFP-26-0404-08-19-04)  
Evaluated Vendors Evaluator 1 Evaluator 2 Evaluator 3 Evaluator 4 Total Score Rank
AshBritt, Inc. 2 2 1 1.5 6.5  
DRC Emergency Services, LLC 1 1 3 1.5 6.5  
Ceres Environmental Services, Inc 3 3 2 3.5 11.5  
Garner Environmental Services, Inc. 4 4 4 3.5 15.5  
Michaels Tree and Loader Service 5 7.5 7 5.5 25  
Aftermath Disaster Recovery, Inc. 7 5 6 8 26  
CTC Disaster Recovery, Inc. 8 7.5 5 5.5 26  
TFR Enterprises, Inc. 6 6 8 7 27  
Waste Solutions USA LLC 9 9 9.5 10 37.5  
The Borrego Establishment LLC 10 10 9.5 9 38.5  
B. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate with all vendors to finalize agreements, in rank order, for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services"
 
 
2.
AI-105186
Requesting approval of the best and final negotiated offer meeting all requirements and specifications for "Self-Funded Health Plan - Stop-Loss Reinsurance Services" (C-26-0461-11-10) with Aetna CVS Health
 
 
3.
AI-105161
Requesting approval to award contract to Pavement Markings, Inc., the qualified lowest responsive bidder, for "Striping of County Roads, Parking Lots & Misc. Buildings" (C-26-0567-11-10).
 
 
24.
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-105263
Discussion, consideration and action on Commercial HOA Agreement (Los Tesoros property) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check to pay annual fees in the amount of $1,500.00 after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
 
 
C.
AI-105193
Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Appraisal District
 
 
25.
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-105159
Cause #C-0747-26-I; Miranda Silva v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
 
 
D.
AI-105203
Cause #C-4630-22-C; Irvin Gonzalez, Individually and as Next Friend of Irvin A. Gonzalez vs Hidalgo County, Texas
 
 
E.
AI-105239
Cause #C-4739-26-F; Juan Carlos De La Tejera v Fausto Del Angel Perez & J.E. Guerra, as Sheriff of Hidalgo County
 
 
F.
AI-105233
Claim of Sir Pablo Escobar IV
 
 
G.
AI-105140
Claim of Ida Amaya
 
 
H.
AI-105153
Claim of Thelma Olivarez
 
 
I.
AI-105256
Claim of Progressive County Mutual Insurance 
 
 
J.
AI-105268
Claim of Rolando Galvan, et al v. Hidalgo County
 
 
K.
AI-105258
Hidalgo County vs. Juan Carlos Villasana Lopez
 
 
26.
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)
 
27.
Open Session:
 
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
 
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
AI-105160
Cause #C-0747-26-I; Miranda Silva v. County of Hidalgo, Texas
 
 
D.
AI-105204
Cause #C-4630-22-C; Irvin Gonzalez, Individually and as Next Friend of Irvin A. Gonzalez vs Hidalgo County, Texas
 
 
E.
AI-105240
Cause #C-4739-26-F; Juan Carlos De La Tejera v Fausto Del Angel Perez & J.E. Guerra, as Sheriff of Hidalgo County
 
 
F.
AI-105234
Claim of Sir Pablo Escobar IV
 
 
G.
AI-105141
Claim of Ida Amaya
 
 
H.
AI-105154
Claim of Thelma Olivarez
 
 
I.
AI-105257
Claim of Progressive County Mutual Insurance 
 
 
J.
AI-105269
Claim of Rolando Galvan, et al v. Hidalgo County
 
 
K.
AI-105259
Hidalgo County vs. Juan Carlos Villasana Lopez
 
 
28.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
29.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
30.
Adjourn