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Agenda for CC REGULAR

CC REGULAR

HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
June 10, 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.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
 
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
 
B.
Requesting authorization and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council and Hidalgo County Health Department for the Decontamination trailer and equipment which was transferred to Hidalgo County to provide Decontamination support in case of an emergency.
 
7.
J.P. 1/2 - Jesus Morales:
 
A.
Request approval to pay membership dues for 2008 in the amount of $265.00 to JPCA & STJPCA for the following employees:  Judge Jesus E. Morales, Adan Guerrero, Irene I. Cardenas, D'Ann Uresti, and Samuel Trevino.
 
8.
J.P. 4/2 - Mary Alice Palacios:
 
A.
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the OJJDP FY 08 Earmarks Programs - Truancy Program Grant with the U.S. Department of Justice - Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP).
2. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
 
9.
Buildings & Grounds - Daniel Flores:
 
A.
General Governmental Buildings (Program 001):
1. Approval to create the following permanent full-time positions as authorized by CC on 05/27/2008:
Slot. No. Position Title Budgeted Salary
220-001-0073 Maintenance I $18,720.00
220-001-0074 Maintenance I $18,720.00
220-001-0075 Plumber II $31,000.00
220-001-0076 Electrician I $31,000.00
220-001-0077 A/C Chiller Technician $39,000.00
220-001-0078 Welder I $31,000.00

 2.   Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
 3.  Approval of revised salary schedule.

Building Minor Structures (Program 002): 
1. Approval to create the following permanent full-time positions as authorized by CC on 05/27/2008: 
Slot. No. Position Title Budgeted Salary
220-002-0010 Carpenter/Painter $20,800.00
220-002-0011 Carpenter/Painter $20,800.00

2.  Approval of interdepartmental transfer. 
3.  Approval of revised salary schedule.
 
10.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
 
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and action to approve and award a construction contract to Williamson Construction, the lowest qualified bid received, meeting all specifications and requirements for the City of Alamo Fire Station Project utilizing Year 19 (2006), Hidalgo County Urban County Program funds.
 
B.
Requesting approval to cancel application for Bernardo and Gloria Garza at the request of HOME Staff.
 
11.
Office of the County Judge:
 
A.
Discussion and approval for the Office of the County Judge to participate in the Summer Employer/Educator Internship Program of the Academic Leadership Alliance effective immediately
 
12.
Elections Administration - Teresa Navarro:
 
A.
Elections Services Agreement (Conduct of Election) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Donna, Texas for their June 21, 2008 Runoff Election.
 
13.
County Treasurer - Norma Garcia:
 
A.
Approval of resolution authorizing participation in TexPool and designating authorized representatives.
 
14.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
 
A.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership and payment for the membership dues for Capt. Andres Guzman to the Texas Association of Law Enforcement Polygraph Investigators in the amount of $25.00.
 
B.
Requesting approval of 2008 Membership Dues for Commander Daniel Garcia for the Sheriff's Association of Texas in the amount of $25.00
 
C.
Requesting approval to renew 2008 membership dues and payment for the membership dues for Chief Deputy Anacleto Martinez to the FBI National Academy Associates in the amount of $ 90.00.
 
D.
Requesting approval for 2008 membership and payment for Chief Deputy Anacleto Martinez and Executive Administrative Assistant Pat Medina to the Sheriff's Association of Texas in the amount of $ 50.00.  ($25.00 per person)
 
15.
Colonia Access Program - Agapito Vargas
 
A.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within BCAP Pct. 4 from Calma Estates #2 Subdivision Streets to Rena Rea Subdivision Drainage Ditches (1311) in the amount of $17,900.00.
 
16.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
 
A.
Discussion, consideration and authorization for approval to move an existing 30" high pressure gas line that crosses Tower Road between Moore Road on the north and El Gato Road on the south. 
 
17.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
 
A.
Sanitation:
1.  Discussion, consideration, and approval to create three (3) permanent full-time Truck Driver III positions for Sanitation Department and set salary at $24,144.00 each.
2.  Approval of revised salary schedule.

Road and Bridge:
1.  Discussion, consideration, and approval to create two (2) temporary full-time Office Clerk positions (fund 1203) and set salary at $8.50 per hour.
2.  Discussion, consideration, and approval to delete vacant position, slot #123-005-0064 Administrative Secretary.
3.  Discussion, consideration, and approval to create one (1) permanent full-time Welder position, slot #123-005-0067 and set salary at $31,200.00.
4.  Approval of revised salary schedule.

Parks:
1.  Discussion, consideration, and approval to create two (2) permanent full-time Maintenance III positions for Parks department and set salary at $27,040.00 each.
2.  Approval of revised salary schedule.
 
18.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Garza:
 
A.
1. Approval to create two (2) permanent full-time Truck Driver IV positions, slot no.'s 124-001-0011 and 124-001-0012 budgeted at $30,000.00 each per year (In lieu of Truck Driver III positions approved by CC 5-27-08, and one (1) permanent full-time Attendant position, slot no.  124-001-0113 budgeted at $21,000.00. 
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
 
19.
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 
 
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
 
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
 
4.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
        a) Renovations of administration building
        b) Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects 
        c) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
 
5.
Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't. Code, Chapter 262.026(a) , ratification of an extension of proposal opening/acceptance date for RFP#: Prescription Discount Drug Card Program for Hidalgo County Residents from Wednesday, June 4, 2008 to Wednesday, June 18, 2008, so as to permit the distribution of complete procurement packets including legal counsel approved form of agreement and thus allow more time for participation and timely submission.
 
6.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of specifications as drafted through project engineer, Quintanilla-Headley & Associates for a Request for Sealed Bids for: Hidalgo County -"Paving Improvements (Curb-Gutter-Sidewalks-Green Areas) at 201-217 N. Closner, Edinburg, TX". (RFB No. 2008-111A-07-02-MSS).
 
7.
Requesting authority to purchase Janitorial/Industrial Supplies from local awarded vendors (responding to a Request For Sealed Quotes) through the County's membership/participation with TASB Buyboard Cooperative Purchasing Program.
 
8.
A. Approval to create one (1) new permanent Full-Time Purchasing Travel Card Specialist position, slot no. 160-001-0025 at $41,000 per year and one (1) new permanent Full-Time Data Clerk position, slot no. 160-001-0026 at $20,800 per year as authorized by CC on 05/27/08.
B. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
C. Approval of revised salary schedule.
 
9.
A. Requesting approval of Change Order No. 3 for a Fifteen (15) Day Extension (increase in project time only) in connection to contract no. C-07-397-01-30 for the "Demolition and Removal of Underground Petroleum Storage Tank System (located at 201 and 217 North Closner Blvd., Edinburg, Texas) for Hidalgo County from contracted vendor, Rio Tank Service Construction, Inc. and as recommended by project engineer, L & G Engineering, with authority for County Judge to execute document.

B. Requesting acceptance and approval of payment of the $16,850.85 fee (for the transport and disposal of 8,400 gallons of material that was removed from the underground storage tanks) in connection with the aforementioned with vendor, Rio Tank Service Construction, Inc.
 
10.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action to award to the lowest vendor and approval of contract for Bid 2008-053-06-04-lrm "Ms-1 Emulsified Asphalt" meeting all requirements and specifications.
 
B.
Pct. 1
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 11322626 in the amount of $115,820.00 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. Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization #6 in the amount of 
$6,077.20 with L & G Engineering to provide "Construction Material Testing" services to Hidalgo County Precinct #1 in connection with Contract No. C-07-264-08-14 for the "Baker Street (from Sky Soldier Road to Dead End) Project. 

B. Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 7 in the amount of $6,068.00 with L & G Engineering to provide "Construction Material Testing" services to Hidalgo County Precinct No 1 in connection with Contract No. C-07-264-08-14 for the "Mile 6 1/2 (between Milano Road & Midway Road) Project.
 
C.
Pct. 2
 
1.
Approval of request for payment of Application No. 8 in the amount of $36,832.45 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.
Pursuant to the newly adopted "Fuel Credit Card Use Policy" requesting discussion, consideration and action due to a request received from Hidalgo County Commissioner Precinct 2, Hector "Tito" Palacios, to increase limits for vehicle #70, from $500.00/month to $700.00/month and to increase allowable fill-ups from two (2) fill-ups/day to four (4) fill-ups/day. 
 
D.
Pct. 3
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Invoice # 11322629 in the amount of $29,740.00, from L & G Engineering Consulting Engineers Inc., contracted engineer for "La Homa Rd Project."
 
2.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $5,403.92) for "Construction Materials Testing Services for 4 Mile Line Road-from Shary Rd to Taylor Rd." with L&G Engineering Laboratory in connection with engineering related services required by Hidalgo County Precinct #3.
 
3.
A.  Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. TWO (Basic Services) in the amount of $ 7,723.50 submitted by Alcocer Garcia Associates Design Consulting (AGADC) with authority for County Auditor to issue payment (after review, and processing procedures completed) in connection with Contract # C-07-228-07-10 (PO # 592805) for: "Anzaldua's Park Improvement, Boat Ramp & Fishing Pier" 

B.   Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. TWO (Change in Services-Reimbursable) in the amount of $ 1,155.00 submitted by Alcocer Garcia Associates Design Consulting (AGADC) with authority for County Auditor to issue payment (after review, and processing procedures completed) in connection with Contract # C-07-228-07-10 (PO # 592805) for: "Anzaldua's Park Improvement, Boat Ramp & Fishing Pier"
 
4.
A. Pursuant to a recommendation from project architect, AGADC, presentation for discussion, consideration, approval to request a proposal from Herrera & Hunt,  the current job order contractor for Phase I of the Anzaldua's Park Fishing Pier and Board Ramp Project #2008-119 for Phase II of the project: to re-build the fishing pier, install the walking ramp and loading dock at the boat dock , install solar-powered area lights and provide some landscaping for and thus have continuity of service and single point of contact for the project; or in the alternative,

B. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to request proposals from job order contractor and/or construction services awarded vendor through the County's membership/participation with state, cooperative purchasing programs or interlocals to include but not limited to, the provision of labor and materials and any other accesories for the renovations and/or repairs to the Anzaldua's Park Fishing Pier and Boat Ramp project #2008-119.
 
E.
Pct. 4
 
1.
Requesting authority for Hidalgo County to purchase "One (1) New unused 2008 Service Truck Ford F550 Cab and Chassis" through the County's participation/membership with TASB Buyboard's awarded vendor Philpott Motor Company, Port Neches, Texas, (purchase price) $68,512.00+$400.00 (Buyboard adm. fee)=$68,912.00 (total price).
 
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of request for payment for Invoice No. 288755 in the amount of $ 3,000.00 submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group with authority for County Auditor to review and complete processing procedures and for County Treasurer to issue payment in connection with contract # C-07-051-02-06 (PO #597865) for: "Terry Road between Schunior and Mile 17 1/2 North."
 
F.
Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1.
Recommending award of bid and approval of contract to sole bidder (Quest Diagnostics) meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached hereto for: " Laboratory Services for CHIP Perinatal Eligible Patients" - Health & Human Services Dept. (RFB NO. 2008-116-05-14-otm/ysi)
 
G.
WIC
 
1.
Requesting authority to advertise a request for sealed bids with approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications, and draft contract document) as attached hereto for "Floor Maintenance for WIC Clinics located in Hidalgo County" (Bid No. 2008-243)
 
2.
Recommending award of bid and approval of contract document to sole bidder meeting all requirements as attached hereto for Hidalgo County WIC Program-"Lease of Office Space in the City of Alton-WIC Clinic"  RFB No. 2008-019-05-21-SMA
 
H.
Buildings & Grounds
 
1.
Requesting authority and approval to proceed with renovations to the 1st and 2nd floor hallways using a suspended ceiling system vs the plaster ceiling (that was in place prior to water damage caused by ruptured chiller pipe). Approval of this request will have no fiscal impact to the county and will allow easier accessability for maintenance.
 
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 4
 
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion acceptance and approval of Change Order No 1 for "Rena Rae Subdivision" C-CAP-07-033-01-09 for material and work adjustments in the amount of $17,900.00 (increase). Project engineer is Quintanilla, Headley, & Associates and contractor is Lazaro Saenz dba Saenz Paving, a Border Colonia Access Program Project(s).
 
J.
Sheriff's Office
 
1.
Approval of Request for Payment No. 1R in the amount of $13,593.75 and Payment No. 2 in the amount of $6,892.09, from Gignac & Associates Architects LLP., contracted architect for "Construction of Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Substation in the Precinct No. 1 Area.) C-08-051-01-30
 
K.
County Clerk
 
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval of the final negotiated contract (which includes the vendor's best and final offer) with ACS/Government Records Services, Inc. for: Conversion of Vital Records from Paper to Digital Images-Hidalgo County Clerk's Office.  RFP No. 2008-114-05-14-otm
 
L.
Co. Wide
 
1.
HIDALGO COUNTY RE: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITIONS-
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)
 
2.
Requesting approval to declare as "Surplus" numerous items and vehicles (County and Seized) for the purpose of disposition throught auction as set forth under the provisions of Texas Local Government Code, Section 263.152.(a)(1) as detailed on exhibits as attached hereto.
 
20.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
 
A.
Elections Department:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration to Elections Department in the amount of $65,229.59.  (To fund poll workers and overtime)
 
B.
County Court at Law#1:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to County Court-At-Law #1- various object codes (1100) in the amount of $1,350.00.
 
C.
DPS:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration to DPS-License & Weight (1100) in the amount of $1,500.00.  (Weight scale invoices)
 
D.
Pct. #1 Road & Bridge:
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for the Precinct No. 1 Rd. Admin. & P/U Rd. (fund 1201, program no's 004 & 005) in the amounts of $15,100.00 and $71,086.78, respectively, for a total amount of $86,186.78.
 
E.
County Treasurer:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to County Treasurer (1100) in the amount of $4,500.00.
 
F.
DBM-Safety Division:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to DBM-Safety Divison (1100) in the amount of $4,200.00.
 
G.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Various C.O. 2004 - Health Departments (1334) to C.O. 2004 - Precinct 3 Landfill (1334) in the amount of $673,698.77.
 
H.
1.  Approval of 2008 appropriation for C.O. Series 2006 accounts pertaining to the Buildings & Grounds - Courthouse project (program 010) and the various Health Departments Clinic projects (program 021, 022, 023, 024, 030, 034 & 035) in the total amount of $1,245,341.95.

2.  Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within C.O. Series 2006 accounts (1336) from B&G -Courthouse Additional Parking project (program 028) to B&G-Courthouse Building Repair & Maintenance project (program 010) in the amount of $265,842.32.
 
I.
Edward Byrne Memorial:
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2008 Edward Byrne Memorial - Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program with the U.S. Department of Justice.
2. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
 
J.
DBM:  Budget and Management/ Health Benefits Adm./Safety Division
1.  Approval of the following positions and employee transfers:
Employee No. From 
Slot No.
From 
Department
To 
Slot NO.
To
 Department
Position Title Budgeted Salary
084123 115-009-001 Health Benefits Administration 115-059-0005 Safety Division Insurance Coord.  $47,840.00
138274 115-009-0003 Health Benefits Administration 115-001-0020  Budget & Management Budget Clerk I  $28,080.00
156612 115-001-0013 Budget & Management 115-009-0007  Health Benefits Administration Adm. Tech. I  $30,098.00

2.  Approval of appropriation of funds. 
3.  Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
4.  Approval of revised salary schedules.
 
K.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration- Contingency to Various Departments (1100) in the amount of $32,000.00.
 
21.
Commissioners' Court Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
 
A.
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on 6/3/08 item 22A 1&2 regarding the following:

1. 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".
2. Requesting engagement with the firm of  Richard Cantu for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation".  
 
B.
1.  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."

2. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation"
 
22.
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:
 
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.
Suit No. T-655-08-E; Weslaco Independent School District and South Texas College, Et Al vs. Lazaro Cardenas Individually & D/B/A Sacame Bail Bonds, Et Al
 
E.
C-930-08-C; Cecilia Suarez vs. Hidalgo County
 
F.
Claim of Juan Rendon
 
G.
Cause No.: CL-07-2822-8; Maria Sanchez and Sandra Sanchez vs. Geronimo Cortez Jr. and County of Hidalgo
 
23.
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.
Suit No. T-655-08-E; Weslaco Independent School District and South Texas College, Et Al vs. Lazaro Cardenas Individually & D/B/A Sacame Bail Bonds, Et Al
 
E.
C-930-08-C; Cecilia Suarez vs. Hidalgo County
 
F.
Claim of Juan Rendon
 
G.
Cause No.: CL-07-2822-8; Maria Sanchez and Sandra Sanchez vs. Geronimo Cortez Jr. and County of Hidalgo
 
24.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
25.
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
26.
Adjourn