CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
May 13, 2008
9:30 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 Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Open Forum
5.
Approval of Consent Agenda
6.
Commissioners' Court Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
A.
Approval of Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Housing Authority
B.
Discussion, consideration and action on hardship withdrawal request for employee #017965.
C.
Discussion, consideration and approval of Interlocal Agreement between the City of McAllen and County of Hidalgo (Charles E. Curtis Park).
D.
Presentation of 2008 General Fund Budget Status Report.
7.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1. Approval to pay invoices submitted by UTMB Faculty Group Practice for health care services provided to the Indigent Health care Program in the amount of $6,240.50 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
2. Approval to pay invoices submitted by UTMB at Galveston for health care services provided to the Indigent Health care Program in the amount of $37,559.84 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
3. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within the Indigent Health Care Program (1249) from program no 004 to program no 003 in the amount of $43,800.34
1. Approval to pay invoices submitted by UTMB Faculty Group Practice for health care services provided to the Indigent Health care Program in the amount of $6,240.50 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
2. Approval to pay invoices submitted by UTMB at Galveston for health care services provided to the Indigent Health care Program in the amount of $37,559.84 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
3. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within the Indigent Health Care Program (1249) from program no 004 to program no 003 in the amount of $43,800.34
C.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of claim from Adolfo Requenez in the amount of $27.00 (Transaction#30648) for fuel purchased on 05/06/08 for the HD-30 county Van with authority for county auditor to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed.
D.
Discussion and possible action in obtaining permission to request sponsorship and possible donations from the private sector (Sanofi Pasteur, Wal-Mart, HEB etc.) for the Operation of Lone Star Clinics scheduled for July 28, 2008 - August 1, 2008.
8.
Constable Pct. 2 - Gilberto "Chato" Alaniz:
A.
1. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time Deputy Constable position, slot no. 292-001-T009 not to exceed six (6) months.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
9.
IT Department - Renan Ramirez:
A.
Approval to pay outstanding Lowe's invoice (Purchase Order # 597469), that required the use of a Credit Card Account, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
B.
Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephony Policy, presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request Form for the following elected official(s), department head(s), program director(s) and employee(s):
| Department Name: | Name of Employee: | Basic Rate Plan: | Total Per Month: |
| Planning | Tomas J. Arredondo | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Angel Pedroza | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Tommy Ureste | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Humberto Garza | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Rogelio Cantu | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Rodolfo Rios | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Gilbert Pecina | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Jose R. Tovar | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
| Planning | Jose Luis Salinas | BE 1000 | $55.00 |
10.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
Presentation of monthly status report by Dos Logistics, Inc. on the development of an Environmental Information Study and a Preliminary Engineering Report in connection with Pct. #1 Water / Sewer Improvement and Planning Activity.
B.
The Urban County Program is requesting approval and award of the best and final negotiated contract with Rodriguez Engineering Consulting Engineer/Surveyor (the highest ranked firm) in the amount of $25,441.90 for the engineering of "E" Street located in Colonia Olivarez and Ricardo-Andrea Street with Pct. 1 Street Improvements utilizing Year 20 (2007).
11.
County Treasurer - Norma Garcia:
A.
Approval to transfer outstanding jury checks in the amount of $47,376.00 to the Hidalgo County General Fund in accordance with Government Code Subtitle E "Juries", Chapter 61 "General Provisions", Section 61.001(f).
12.
Public Defender's Office - Jaime Gonzalez:
A.
Request and approval to pay the FY08-09 renewal membership dues for Assistant Public Defender John M. Schulz in the amount of $50.00 to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (T.C.D.L.A)
13.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership and payment for the membership dues for Chief Deputy Anacleto Martinez to the Texas Chief Deputies Association in the amount of $24.00 (P.O. # 596690).
14.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Authorization for County Judge to execute Special Warranty Deed for the FM 2128 Project for the purpose of requesting reimbursement from the Texas Department of Transportation.
15.
Colonia Access Program - Agapito Vargas
A.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within the Pct. #2-Border Colonia Access Program (1311) from Primavera I (program # 568) to North Alamo Village (program # 494) in the amount of $6,682.94.
16.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
A.
Sanitation (121-001)
1. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time Truck Driver III position, slot no. 121-001-T022 not to exceed six (6) months.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time Truck Driver III position, slot no. 121-001-T022 not to exceed six (6) months.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
17.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Authorization for discussion and approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Alberto Trevino on the Hidalgo County Housing Authority Board.
18.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
NOTES:
1. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE FORWARDED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
2. ANY/ALL REQUESTS FOR ACCEPTANCE AND APPROVAL OF CLAIMS/INVOICES UNDER THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE AUTHORITY FOR AUDITOR TO ISSUE PAYMENT AFTER REVIEW, AUDIT AND PROCESSING PROCEDURES ARE COMPLETED
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Administration Building:
a) General status report by project architect (when necessary) or purchasing department
b) other related items
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
a) Ongoing county owned building construction, renovation and/or repair projects
b) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
a) Ongoing county owned building construction, renovation and/or repair projects
b) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
5.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, and approval to renew/extend for another year the "Interlocal Agreement" (previously approved by CC on July 17, 2007) between Hidalgo County and Region VII Education Service Center's Cooperative Purchasing Program "The Interlocal Purchasing System" (TIPS) as an additional resource for the procurement of goods and/or services through the cooperative's awarded vendors, thus allowing the County to still be a member of the Cooperative Purchasing Program and utilize the procurement resources that are compliant with bidding requirements. Note: No membership dues or fees required.
6.
Recommending award of bid and approval of contracts to multiple bidder(s) with the lowest bid (item by item) meeting all requirements as attached hereto for Lubricants (grease, oil, hydraulic fluids) and anti-freeze products. RFB No. 2008-012-03-05-otm
7.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and authorization to advertise with approval of RFP packet (i.e. specifications, requirements, terms & conditions and draft contract document (approved as to form by legal counsel) for: RFP NO: 2008-018-06-04-Cabling, Installation, Time, Materials And Other Services".
8.
Requesting authority to advertise a request for sealed bids with approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications, legal notices, and draft contract document-reviewed and approved as to form by legal counsel) as attached hereto for "Hidalgo County MS - 1 Emulsified Asphalt" (Bid No. 2008-053-06-04-LRM).
9.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of payment of Invoice No. 5 in the amount of $28,125.25, from Alcocer Garcia Associates Design Consulting, contracted architect for, "Hidalgo County Government Center." C-07-128-04-17
10.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to REJECT all bid(s) received for Bids CAP-08-001-01-09 & CAP-08-002-01-09 -LRM "Paving & Drainage Construction for El Sol #1 & El Sol #2 Subdivision".
11.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Payment of Invoice No. 017450 in the amount of $2,450.00 from Raba-Kistner Consultant, Inc., contracted engineer for Hidalgo County New Government Facility, with authority for Auditor to review and complete processing procedures and County Treasurer to issue payment/check.
12.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval of application requests for Fleet Fueling Cards through our participation with Texas Procurement and Support Services (TPASS) contract with Comdata Corporation/Transmontaigne Product Services, Inc. (awarded vendor thru State Council on Competitive Government) submitted by Elected Officals/Department Heads/Agency and/or Program Directors detailing holders and users as attached hereto, including but limited to the following and subject to the newly adopted and approved Hidalgo County Fuel Credit Card Policies and Procedures:
A. Hidalgo County Administration - Security
B. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services
C. Planning Department
A. Hidalgo County Administration - Security
B. Hidalgo County Health and Human Services
C. Planning Department
13.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew for an additional one (1) year term (as provided in currrent contract) with RGV Educational Broadcasting, Inc.
14.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of a thirty (30) day extension as recommended by project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, in connection with Contract No. C-07-397-01-30 with Rio Tank Service Construction, Inc.-"Demolition and Removal of Underground Petroleum Storage Tank Systems" for Hidalgo County, due to unforeseen delays and circumstances.
15.
A. Requesting authority to cancel a request for bids for: Hidalgo County " Impoundment and Quarantine of Small Animials"(RFB No. 2008-022-MSS), due to significant modifications to specifications and (statutory) requirements with authority to re-advertise.
B. Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) days grace period extension, as provided in current contract with Palm Valley Animal Center, so as to have no lapse in services while modifications to specifications/requirements are completed and approved, and subsequent contract procurement is completed.(C-05-244-05-29)
B. Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) days grace period extension, as provided in current contract with Palm Valley Animal Center, so as to have no lapse in services while modifications to specifications/requirements are completed and approved, and subsequent contract procurement is completed.(C-05-244-05-29)
B.
Pct. 1
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 11322591 in the amount of $78,600.00 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers Inc. with authority for County Auditor to review and complete processing procedures and for County Treasurer to issue payment in connection with contract # C-07-451-12-26 (PO # 596375) for: FM 493.
2.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A)(4) a professional service for Surveyor in connection with Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Various Road & Bridge and CIP projects;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional Surveyor Services required for Various Road & Bridge and CIP projects ;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Surveyor services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision for Various Road & Bridge and CIP projects.
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional Surveyor Services required for Various Road & Bridge and CIP projects ;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Surveyor services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision for Various Road & Bridge and CIP projects.
3.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A)(4) a professional service for Engineering Services in connection with Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 2 West from Mi 12 North Road South to Mi 7 ½ North;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional Engineering Services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 2 West from Mi 12 North Road South to Mi 7 ½ North;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 2 West from Mi 12 North Road South to Mi 7 ½ North;
D. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A)(4) a professional service for Engineering Services in connection with Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 6 West from Mi 9 North to SH 107;
E. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional Engineering Services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 6 West from Mi 9 North to SH 107;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 6 West from Mi 9 North to SH 107.
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional Engineering Services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 2 West from Mi 12 North Road South to Mi 7 ½ North;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 2 West from Mi 12 North Road South to Mi 7 ½ North;
D. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A)(4) a professional service for Engineering Services in connection with Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 6 West from Mi 9 North to SH 107;
E. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of engineers in connection with professional Engineering Services required for the design construction of Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 6 West from Mi 9 North to SH 107;
1st._____________________; 2nd._______________________; 3rd.________________________;
F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 for Mi 6 West from Mi 9 North to SH 107.
C.
Pct. 2
1.
Approval of request for payment of Application No. 7 in the amount of $181,142.20 from Rio Valley Construction, Inc. awarded contractor for the, "Construction of Precinct No. 2 Multi-Purpose Facility at South Tower Road Park," and as certified for payment by project architect, VA Architecture; C-07-042A-09-25.
2.
Requesting approval of a "Certificate of Completion" with Mission Paving, reflecting the completion date of December 11, 2006 for the "Construction of Lime Treated Flexible Base, Hot-Mix Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Concrete Curb & Gutter, Pavement Markings, Signing and Miscellaneous Items for McColl Road" and as certified by project engineer, R. Gutierrez Engineering Corp.C-06-207-06-20
3.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 7 (with a estimated cost of $8,000.00) for "General construction management and construction staking services for South Tower Park Project" with R. Gutierrez Engineering for the provision of engineering related services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with a estimated cost of $5,500.00) for "Preparation of an overall map of the Wood Development No. 2 (Perezville)" with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, to provide engineer services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Request for Payment of Invoice No. 425551/08/XV in the amount of $10,000.00, from Dannenbaum Environmental Corp., contracted engineer for the development of an Hidalgo County Landfill Project.
3.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $5,682.10) for "Geotechnical & Construction Materials Testing Services for 8 1/2 Mile Road-from Los Ebanos Rd. to Trosper Rd." with L&G Engineering Laboratory in connection with engineering related services required by Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3.
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Payment No. 3 in the amount of $7,840.00, from Alcocer Garcia Associates Design Consulting, contracted architect for, "Meeting Hall/Pavilion for Precinct No. 3."
5.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Invoice # 11322593 in the amount of $123,780.00, from L & G Engineering Consulting Engineers Inc., contracted engineer for "La Homa Rd Project."
E.
Pct. 4
1.
Approval of Request for Payment Application No. 2 in the amount of $152,475.00, from CRC Design Consultant, awarded contractor for the, "Construction of New Office for Precinct No. 4," and as certified for payment by project architect, VA Architecture; C-07-033C-07-24
F.
IT Department:
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer software (onsite technical support) through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource with Calence LLC DIR-SDD-235 for the I. T. Department, requisition #131798 for the amount of $5,600.00 (8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-336)
G.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of the final negotiated contract (which includes vendor's best and final offer) with IMS Durable Medical Equipement for a turnkey solution Computerized Radiology Machine for Hidalgo County Health Department - RFP 2008-043-02-27-ysi.
2.
Requesting approval of an "Amendment" to the Service Agreements between Hidalgo County and Patricia de Blieck, Emma Lou Keyes regarding the number of hours performed and will now reflect the following: "Services should not exceed 80 hours per month and not as current agreements state- 20 hours per week.
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew for an additional one (1) year term (as provide in contract with Emmalou Keyes, RN and Patricia de Blieck RN for Hidalgo County Health Department.
H.
Community Service Agency
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew for an additional one (1) year term (as provided in contract) with:
-Primary-Air-Plus Heating & Cooling, Inc. and secondary-All-Temp Heating and Cooling Inc..
-Primary-Air-Plus Heating & Cooling, Inc. and secondary-All-Temp Heating and Cooling Inc..
I.
Buildings & Grounds
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to request proposals from job order contractors and/or construction awarded vendors through the County's membership/participation with state, cooperative purchasing programs or inter-locals to include, but not limited to , the provision of labor and materials and any other accessories for the replacement of existing overhead doors (i.e. garage like/type) & related materials for the County Wide Shop. Project #08-029 as requested by B&G; or, in the alternative,
B. Requesting authority to advertise sealed bids for: Turnkey Removal of existing and Replacement of New Overhead Doors (i.e. garage like/type)' for the County Wide Shop.
B. Requesting authority to advertise sealed bids for: Turnkey Removal of existing and Replacement of New Overhead Doors (i.e. garage like/type)' for the County Wide Shop.
J.
Budget & Management
1.
TX DPS-County Staff:
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource with Dell Marketing L. P., DIR-SDD-192 requisition #131872 for the DBM- Tx DPS in the total amount of $6,809.80-(81100421001150270745)
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource with Dell Marketing L. P., DIR-SDD-192 requisition #131872 for the DBM- Tx DPS in the total amount of $6,809.80-(81100421001150270745)
K.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer R. Gutierrez engineering, Inc. to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid No CAP-08-010-04-30-LRM "Paving & Drainage Construction for Eldora/FM 1426" and approval of contract.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Application for Payment # 4 in the amount of $50,845.86 submitted by contracted vendor-Closner Construction Co., L.C. and as recommended by project engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering, Inc. in connection with contract C-CAP-07-023-08-07 Las Haciendas Subdivision.
L.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering to award to the lowest bidder meeting all specifications for bid No CAP-08-009-04-16-LRM "Drainage Construction for Casa De Los Vecinos Subdivision" and approval of contract.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of application of payment No1 in the amount of $47,762.64 submitted by contractor Juan Mendoza Corporation dba J.M. Construction as recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering in connection with contract C-CAP-07-025-11-20 HILDA SUBDIVISON.
3.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of application of payment No 1 in the amount of $33,382.08 as submitted by contractor, Juan Mendoza Corporation dba J.M. Construction and as recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering in connection with contract C-CAP-07-026-11-20 LA PALMA SUBDIVISION.
4.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of an "Amendment" to the current construction contract, between Hidalgo County and ASAGO L.L.C. d/b/a ASAGO CONSTRUCTION (C-08-006-03-06) for Construction of North Cross Subdivision to reflect the correct contract amount of $108,466.25.
M.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Requesting authority to purchase of equipment through our membership/participation with NaCo's U.S. Communities Purchasing Program's awarded vendor- Hagemeyer North America, Inc. for the following items:
A. Requisition #131553:
1. (8 each) steiner 10x50 police binoculars st64 @ $379.00/ea. total amount of $3,032.00;
2. (3 each) whelen flatliners visor led red/blue/with velcro strap @ $250.00/ea. total amount of $750.00;
3. (6 each) bose qc acoustic noise canceling headphones w/charger @480.56/ea. total amount of $2,883.36;
4. (3 each) custom rechargeable lithium ion battery for qc3 @ $80.48/ea. total amount of $241.44 (8-1284-421-00-280-037-8-664)
B. Requisition # 131554:
1. (2 each) night vision goggles @ $3,367.20/ea. total amount of $6,734.40;
2. (2 each) garmin 496 gps 496-001 @ $3,179.32/ea. total amount of $6,358.64;
3. (4 each) bose aviation head set w/coil cord, battery powered @ $1,478.64/ea. total amount $5,914.56 (8-1284-421-00-280-037-8-748)
A. Requisition #131553:
1. (8 each) steiner 10x50 police binoculars st64 @ $379.00/ea. total amount of $3,032.00;
2. (3 each) whelen flatliners visor led red/blue/with velcro strap @ $250.00/ea. total amount of $750.00;
3. (6 each) bose qc acoustic noise canceling headphones w/charger @480.56/ea. total amount of $2,883.36;
4. (3 each) custom rechargeable lithium ion battery for qc3 @ $80.48/ea. total amount of $241.44 (8-1284-421-00-280-037-8-664)
B. Requisition # 131554:
1. (2 each) night vision goggles @ $3,367.20/ea. total amount of $6,734.40;
2. (2 each) garmin 496 gps 496-001 @ $3,179.32/ea. total amount of $6,358.64;
3. (4 each) bose aviation head set w/coil cord, battery powered @ $1,478.64/ea. total amount $5,914.56 (8-1284-421-00-280-037-8-748)
2.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department Information Resource with Workhorse Public Sector Technology DIR-SDD-525 requisition #131619 for the total amount of $14,163.96 (8-1284-421-00-280-037-8-745)
3.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource with Reyna Enterprises, Inc. DBA CRC DIR-SDD-223 requisition # 131612 in the total amount of $13,452.00 (81100421002800010745)
N.
Co. Wide
1.
HIDALGO COUNTY RE: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS-
A. Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
B. 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."
C. Requesting approval the engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation"
A. Requesting authority to obtain and approval of (when applicable), including, but not limited to, the following items necessary in anticipation of real property/estate acquisition(s): fair market value appraisals, inspections, surveys, all phases-environmental assessments, title reports or title policies services, commercial contracts (improved property) or option contracts with authority for County Auditor to issue required earnest money payment(s) or option payment(s) and County Judge or Presiding Officer to execute necessary/required document(s)
B. 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."
C. Requesting approval the engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation"
2.
Pursuant to the newly adopted "Fuel Credit Card Use Policy" reqesting discussion, consideration, and action on a request:
A) Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3, Lazaro "Larry" Gallardo, Jr. to increase limits from $500.00 to $750.00/month/vehicle and to increase from two (2) fill-ups/day/vehicle to four(4) fill- ups /day/vehicle.
B) Hidalgo County Health Department, Eduardo Olivarez, Cheif Administrative Officer, to increase limit from $500.00 to $800.00/month/vehicle.
A) Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3, Lazaro "Larry" Gallardo, Jr. to increase limits from $500.00 to $750.00/month/vehicle and to increase from two (2) fill-ups/day/vehicle to four(4) fill- ups /day/vehicle.
B) Hidalgo County Health Department, Eduardo Olivarez, Cheif Administrative Officer, to increase limit from $500.00 to $800.00/month/vehicle.
19.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Precinct No. 1:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT - FM 493 (fund 1315, program no. 043) to TXDOT - CR 684 (fund 1315, program no. 032) in the amount of $10,000.00.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT - FM 493 (fund 1315, program no. 043) to TXDOT - CR 684 (fund 1315, program no. 032) in the amount of $10,000.00.
B.
Elections Department:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration - Contingency to Elections Department (1100) in the amount of $69,703.40. (To fund overtime & elections workers)
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration - Contingency to Elections Department (1100) in the amount of $69,703.40. (To fund overtime & elections workers)
C.
Approval of 2008 Interdepartmental Transfer from Computer Department - Internet to various departments (1100) in the amount of $875.00, to cover Lexis Nexis payments.
D.
Division of Emergency Services-Emergency Management:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Emergency Services - Emergency Management (1100) in the amount of $110,370.00 to fund various unanticipated expenditures.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Emergency Services - Emergency Management (1100) in the amount of $110,370.00 to fund various unanticipated expenditures.
E.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration (1100) to the Planning Department (1100) in the amount of $4,455.00.
F.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from various accounts within the Certificate of Obligation Series 2004 (1334) to Certificate of Obligation Series 2004 - Buildings and Grounds - Courthouse (1334), in the amount of $201,320.88.
G.
Approval of 2008 interfund transfer from Indigent Health Care Program (1249) to County Wide Administration (1100) in the amount of $1,573,691.05.
H.
Urban County Program:
1. Approval of 2008 intradepartmental transfer within the Countywide Administration account (1100) from object code 899 "Contingency" to object code 890 "Other" in the amount of $319,906.00 to fund disallowed costs.
2. Approval to pay the amount of $187,043.00 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for disallowed costs under the Urban County Program with authority for County Treasuer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
1. Approval of 2008 intradepartmental transfer within the Countywide Administration account (1100) from object code 899 "Contingency" to object code 890 "Other" in the amount of $319,906.00 to fund disallowed costs.
2. Approval to pay the amount of $187,043.00 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for disallowed costs under the Urban County Program with authority for County Treasuer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
I.
International Museum of Arts & Sciences (IMAS):
1. Discussion, consideration, and action on annual funding agreement between Hidalgo County and the International Museum of Arts and Sciences (IMAS) for the year 2008.
2. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to International Museum of Arts & Sciences (1100) in the amount of $50,000.00 to fund the annual funding agreement.
1. Discussion, consideration, and action on annual funding agreement between Hidalgo County and the International Museum of Arts and Sciences (IMAS) for the year 2008.
2. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to International Museum of Arts & Sciences (1100) in the amount of $50,000.00 to fund the annual funding agreement.
J.
Precinct No. 1 Sanitation:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Precinct No. 1 Sanitation (1100) in the amount of $800,000.00.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Precinct No. 1 Sanitation (1100) in the amount of $800,000.00.
K.
Requesting authorization and approval to transfer from various departments to the contingency account to various departments to fund telephone (Obj. 531).
20.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Cause No.: C-866-03-B; Landmark Organization, L.P. vs Hidalgo County Et Al
E.
Cause No.: T-897-07-E; Mission CISD vs. Michael A. Vela and Amy Marie Vela
F.
Cause No.: CCD-1484-E; Hidalgo County, Texas vs. Malcolm G. Dyer
21.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
Cause No.: C-866-03-B; Landmark Organization, L.P. vs. Hidalgo County Et Al
E.
Cause No.: T-897-07-E; Mission CISD vs. Michael A. Vela and Amy Marie Vela
F.
Cause No.: CCD-1484-E; Hidalgo County, Texas vs. Malcolm G. Dyer
22.
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
23.
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
24.
Adjourn