CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
August 5, 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.
1. Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding proposed revisions to the Travel Policy Guidelines and Procedures.
2. Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding proposed Meal/Food Policy.
2. Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding proposed Meal/Food Policy.
B.
Discussion, consideration and action on 457 Plan hardship withdrawal request for employee #013781.
C.
Approval and authorization to appropriate $1 million from the General Fund unreserved fund balance as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070 to address emergency expenditures related to Hurricane "Dolly".
D.
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"
2. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation"
E.
1. Declaration of Public Benefit/Purpose for action of Hidalgo County in providing assistance to La Villa Detention Center
2. Declaration of controls placed on public assistance to La Villa Detention Center during Hurricane Dolly
2. Declaration of controls placed on public assistance to La Villa Detention Center during Hurricane Dolly
F.
Elections Administration:
Appointment of Presiding and Alternate Election Judges for the August 1, 2008 to July 31, 2009 term
Appointment of Presiding and Alternate Election Judges for the August 1, 2008 to July 31, 2009 term
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 at Galveston for health care services provided to the Indigent Health Care Program in the amount of $2,917.12 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 Faculty Group Practice for health care services provided to the Indigent Health Care Program in the amount of $642.25 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 $3,559.37
1. Approval to pay invoices submitted by UTMB at Galveston for health care services provided to the Indigent Health Care Program in the amount of $2,917.12 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 Faculty Group Practice for health care services provided to the Indigent Health Care Program in the amount of $642.25 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 $3,559.37
C.
1. Requesting authorization and approval to accept the attached Immunization Grant Contract #2009-028609, Attachment #001, in the amount of $453,568.00 for the period 9/1/2008 to 8/31/2009.
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached Immunization Grant Budget and Salary Schedules for the period 9/1/2008 to 8/31/2009 (Acct #8-1293-441-00-340-012-9).
3. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached Immunization Grant Program Income Budget in the amount of $112,767.00 for the period 9/1/2008 to 8/31/2009 (Acct #8-1293-441-00-340-012-9).
2. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached Immunization Grant Budget and Salary Schedules for the period 9/1/2008 to 8/31/2009 (Acct #8-1293-441-00-340-012-9).
3. Requesting authorization and approval of the attached Immunization Grant Program Income Budget in the amount of $112,767.00 for the period 9/1/2008 to 8/31/2009 (Acct #8-1293-441-00-340-012-9).
D.
Approval to pay Memorial Funeral Home in the amount of $2,045.00 for funeral and burial services for an identified but unclaimed body with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
E.
Approval of schedule for repayment of escrow funds to the State of Texas in accordance with the settlement.
8.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
The Urban County Program requests approval of Subrecipient Agreement with the Delta Youth Center (Youth Services) in the amount of $40,000.00 for Urban County Program Year 21 (2008).
B.
Approval of Contract Closeout Documents for the 2006 EDAP Contract No. 726155. Approval of Project Completion Report, Certificate of Completion, MBE Report, Real Property Acquisition Report, Certificate of Construction Completion, Final Wage Compliance, Disclosure Report, Contract Completion Survey, Final Public Hearing and Fair Housing Activity Report.
C.
Requesting approval to increase the maximum purchase price from $84,645.00 to $190,152.00 under the HOME Homebuyer Assistance Program.
9.
Constable Pct. #3 - Larry Gallardo:
A.
Discussion regarding funeral escorts.
10.
District Attorney's Office - Roy Cazares:
A.
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Renewal Contract - Contract #23381025.
2. Approval of the State of Texas Title IV-E County Legal Services Contract - Contract #23381024.
3. Approval for County Judge to sign the required documents.
4. Approval to create one (1) permanent full-time Assistant District Attorney position, slot no. 080-007-0085, in the D.A. Investigation fund (1223), budgeted at $49,100.00 per year with authority to pay $900.00 per year in Auto Allowance.
5. Approval of appropriation of funds for the D.A. Investigation fund (1223) in the amount of $31,326.95 to fund the salary, auto allowance, and related fringes for the position stated above.
6. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of the State of Texas Title IV-E County Legal Services Contract - Contract #23381024.
3. Approval for County Judge to sign the required documents.
4. Approval to create one (1) permanent full-time Assistant District Attorney position, slot no. 080-007-0085, in the D.A. Investigation fund (1223), budgeted at $49,100.00 per year with authority to pay $900.00 per year in Auto Allowance.
5. Approval of appropriation of funds for the D.A. Investigation fund (1223) in the amount of $31,326.95 to fund the salary, auto allowance, and related fringes for the position stated above.
6. Approval of revised salary schedule.
11.
WIC - Norma Longoria:
A.
Approval of proclamation declaring the month of August 2008 as"World Breastfeeding Awareness Month" in the County of Hidalgo along with the State of Texas.
12.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Requesting approval of 2008 membership dues for the United States Deputy Sheriff's Association for Academy Instructors, Sgt. Victor Valdez, Sr. Deputy Tom Wilemon, Sr. Deputy Jesse Brown and Deputy Antonio Zarzoza in the amount of $80.00 ($20.00 each person)
13.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Authorization to enter in an Interlocal Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Edinburg for the Sugar Road Reconstruction between Trenton Road 1/4 mile north of Owassa Road.
14.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr:
A.
Approval to pay the 2008 membership dues to the County & District Clerks' Association of Texas in the amount of $110.00 for Arturo Guajardo, Jr. with authority for County Treasuer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor (requisition no. 136104).
15.
Colonia Access Program - Agapito Vargas
A.
Discussion/notification of TxDOT's approval of Border Colonia Access Program Applications - Third Call
16.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Appointment of member to the Hidalgo County Subdivision Advisory Board
17.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
Approval of status report no. 2 & status report no. 3 to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept. for the Anzalduas Boat Ramp Reconstruction Project.
B.
1. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of La Joya.
2. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mission.
2. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mission.
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) Renovations of administration building
b) Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects
c) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
a) Renovations of administration building
b) Other ongoing county owned building construction, renovation repair projects
c) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
5.
Presentation for consideration and acceptance of the additional firms submitting Statements of Qualifications (as listed on the RFQ Acceptance Sheet attached hereto) for inclusion to the "pool" of pre-qualified firms eligible for selection through the County's protocol of grading & evaluating for ranking by CC and negotiation of a contract on an "as needed basis" per project by all County Departments and/or applicable Programs requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the County's Request for Qualifications packet for the following listed Professional Services:
1. Expansion of Real Estate Appraisers-RFQ No. 2008-140-07-09-otm
1. Expansion of Real Estate Appraisers-RFQ No. 2008-140-07-09-otm
6.
A. 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 of State Council on Competitive Government) submitted by Elected Officials/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:
1. District Attorney's Office
B. Requesting authority to cancel all existing/current Fleet Fueling System cards (i.e. Arguindegui Oil Co., Comdata, and commercial fuel credit cards- Conoco, Exxon, Shell & Valero) upon receipt, activation and distribution of new cards with confirmation of applicable/required training;
1. District Attorney's Office
B. Requesting authority to cancel all existing/current Fleet Fueling System cards (i.e. Arguindegui Oil Co., Comdata, and commercial fuel credit cards- Conoco, Exxon, Shell & Valero) upon receipt, activation and distribution of new cards with confirmation of applicable/required training;
7.
Requesting approval for modified specifications for a request for Bids for: Hidalgo County-Paving Improvements (Curb-Gutter-Sidewalks-Green Areas) at 201-217 N. Closner, Edinburg, TX.
8.
Recommending award of bid and approval of contract document to lowest bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached herto for Hidlago County-"Tire Disposal Services" (RFB-2008-270-07-30-SMA).
9.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of proposal received from approved vendor Visual Innovations Company TXMAS contract #4-581010 for the installation and replacement of audio equipment to 275th District Court in
the amount not to exceed $18,121.11.
the amount not to exceed $18,121.11.
10.
Requesting authority to advertise request for sealed bids with approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications and draft contract document) as attached hereto for: "Laboratory Services"-Bid No. 2008-196-08-27-otm/ysi
11.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a) (1)(2)(3) in connection with acquisition of insecticides, supplies and/or accessories;
B. Requesting authority to purchase insecticides, supplies and/or accessories with multiple vendors:
1. Public Health Equipment & Supply;
2. Univar;
3. B & G Chemical & Equipment;
4. Adapco;
B. Requesting authority to purchase insecticides, supplies and/or accessories with multiple vendors:
1. Public Health Equipment & Supply;
2. Univar;
3. B & G Chemical & Equipment;
4. Adapco;
12.
A. Presentation by Precincts, Elected Offices, Departments, Programs or Agencies on the status of County Property and/or Health & Safety issues due to "Dolly";
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 262, Section .024 (a) (1) (2) (3) and the granting of the "Order";
C. Requesting approval of contract(s) with the following vendors ______________________ in order to address and relieve the immediate emergencies due to "Dolly".
B. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 262, Section .024 (a) (1) (2) (3) and the granting of the "Order";
C. Requesting approval of contract(s) with the following vendors ______________________ in order to address and relieve the immediate emergencies due to "Dolly".
13.
Presentation for discussion and consideration to rescind action taken by CC on 07/28/08 for approval of an amendment to the Services Agreement (to date not yet executed by Inspiron Logistics, LLC) between the County of Hidalgo and Inspiron Logistics, LLC for "Emergency Alert Systems".
B.
Pct. 1
1.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a) (4) a professional service for Professional Engineering Services in connection with Culvert Pipe-Bridge Washout on Mile 3N AND FM 491-Precinct No 1;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaulated through the County's approved "Pool" of engineers in connection with Professional Engineering Services for "Culvert Pipe-Bridge Washout on Mile 3N and FM 491" Precinct No 1
1st_________________________ 2nd________________________ 3rd_________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Contract with No. 1 ranked firm of ____________________ for the provision Engineering Services in connection with the "Culvert Pipe-Bridge Washout at Mile 3M & FM 491" Precinct No. 1.
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaulated through the County's approved "Pool" of engineers in connection with Professional Engineering Services for "Culvert Pipe-Bridge Washout on Mile 3N and FM 491" Precinct No 1
1st_________________________ 2nd________________________ 3rd_________________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Contract with No. 1 ranked firm of ____________________ for the provision Engineering Services in connection with the "Culvert Pipe-Bridge Washout at Mile 3M & FM 491" Precinct No. 1.
2.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No 5 (with a proposed fee of $6,584.30) to provide Construction Materials Testing Services for "Delta West Subdivision-Centro St (Between 493 & Ash St) Precinct 1 with L & G Engineering Laboratory, LLC in connection with Contract No C-07-264-08-14.
C.
Pct. 2
1.
A. Requesting approval to rescind previous action taken on 07/28/08, 14.C.1 (AI-10297) for Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 7 for current contract C-07-358-09-04 with R. Gutierrez Engineering for the South Tower Park to reflect a $4,000.00 increase to the total project estimated cost, bringing the total estimated project cost to $12,000.00.
B. Requesting approval of revised Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 7 for current contract C-07-358-09-04 with R. Gutierrez Engineering for the South Tower Park to reflect a $12,000.00 increase to the total project estimated cost, bringing the total estimated project cost not to exceed $20,000.00.
B. Requesting approval of revised Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 7 for current contract C-07-358-09-04 with R. Gutierrez Engineering for the South Tower Park to reflect a $12,000.00 increase to the total project estimated cost, bringing the total estimated project cost not to exceed $20,000.00.
2.
Requesting approval of amendment/correction to Change Order No. 2 approved on 7/22/08 to reflect an increase of 20 calendar days, in connection with the "South Tower Park Project" from contracted vendor, Sanchez United Contracting, Inc., and as recommended by project engineer, R. Gutierrez Engineering Corp., with authority for County Judge or Court member to execute document.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of proposal(s) from Holt Cat located at 3302 So. WW White Rd. San Antonio, TX., through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with TASB Buyboard Contract #268-07 for purchase of (2) New 420E CAB2E Backhoe Loader in an amount not to exceed 135,990.00 ($67,995.00 each). Price includes buyboard pricing and fees.
2.
Requesting authority to purchase a new 3000 gallon-Peterbilt Model 340 water tank body through Hidalgo County's membership and participation with H-GAC and TASB (BuyBoard) awarded vendor Rush Truck Center contract #HT11-07 in the amount not to exceed $117,386.00 which includes delivery and co-op fees.
E.
IT Department:
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer software, equipment and/or peripherals, through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource for I. T. Dept. with Tech Depot DIR-SDD-223 requisition #136613 for the amount of $5,144.00.
2.
Requesting authority to purchase computer software, equipment and/or peripherals, through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource for I. T. Dept. with SHI Government Solutions, Inc. DIR-SDD-198 requisition #136715 for the amount of $36,357.00
3.
Requesting authority to purchase computer software, equipment and/or peripherals, through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource for I. T. Dept. with the following awarded vendors.
|
Req#
|
Department
|
Vendor
|
Amount
|
Account
|
| 136453 |
I.T.
|
Dell Marketing, L. P. DIR-SDD-192 | $21,119.24 | 8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 |
| 136454 |
I.T.
|
Dell Marketing, L. P. DIR-SDD-192 | $13,102.70 | 8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 |
| 136455 |
I.T.
|
Dell Marketing, L. P. DIR-SDD-192 | $ 5,279.81 | 8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 |
| 136456 |
I.T.
|
Dell Marketing, L. P. DIR-SDD-192 | $ 6,288.00 | 8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 |
| 136458 |
I.T.
|
Dell Marketing, L. P. DIR-SDD-192 | $15,839.43 | 8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 |
| 136459 |
I.T.
|
Dell Marketing, L. P. DIR-SDD-192 | $16,627.56 | 8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 |
| 136461 |
I.T.
|
Dell Marketing, L. P. DIR-SDD-192 | $10,872.80 $ 48.30 |
8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-745 8-1100-415-00-200-002-0-665 |
4.
Requesting authority to purchase computer software, equipment and/or peripherals through (DIR) Department of Information Resources Purchasing Program contract (AT&T) DIR-SDD-233 for the (IT) Information Technology Dept. requisition #135982 in the total amount of $13,807.20.
F.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
Ratification of purchase orders #607206 and #607207 for the total amount of $9,220.81 for the purchase of "Educational Promotion Items" through the County's membership/participation with TASB Buyboard's awarded vendor Visual Promotions LLC (266-07) due to deadline for expenditures of grant funds. Total includes imprint and delivery fees.
G.
Buildings & Grounds
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and applicable action on a request from Kone, Inc. to amend/modify their current awarded contract C-07-006-06 with Hidalgo County to reflect the deletion of Elevator #s 1 & 2 located at the main lobby of the Courthouse which are currently under a modernization project under another contractor (including reduction of the monthly fees for said elevators);
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to negotiate a Maintenance & Repair Services contract with ThyssenKrupp awarded vendor under our membership/participation with The Cooperative Purchasing Network (TCPN) contact #R-4679 for Maintenance & Repair Services for Elevator #s 1 & 2 located in the main lobby of the Courthouse (for the services not covered under the warranty after completion of the modernization project)
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to negotiate a Maintenance & Repair Services contract with ThyssenKrupp awarded vendor under our membership/participation with The Cooperative Purchasing Network (TCPN) contact #R-4679 for Maintenance & Repair Services for Elevator #s 1 & 2 located in the main lobby of the Courthouse (for the services not covered under the warranty after completion of the modernization project)
2.
Approval of Request for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $11,019.62, 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
H.
Adult Probation
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of a "clarification" to the "Lease Agreement-C-03-285-08-26" between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County's Community Supervision And Corrections Department, aka, Adult Probation (approved by CC on August 26, 2003 for the leasing of a building for the purposes/use as an "Adult Detention Facility"more commonly known as an "Adult Boot Camp") to correct the effective date from August 26, 2003 to September 1, 2003 and continuing through August 31, 2013 and;
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action for an "Amendment" (reviewed and approved as to form and substance by legal counsel) to the "Lease Agreement-C-03-285-08-26 to reflect a change from the current use of the building from an "Adult Detention Facility-Adult Boot Camp" to a new use/purpose as the "Hidalgo County Community Supervision And Corrections Department Substance Abuse Treatment Facility".
B. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action for an "Amendment" (reviewed and approved as to form and substance by legal counsel) to the "Lease Agreement-C-03-285-08-26 to reflect a change from the current use of the building from an "Adult Detention Facility-Adult Boot Camp" to a new use/purpose as the "Hidalgo County Community Supervision And Corrections Department Substance Abuse Treatment Facility".
I.
Juvenile Probation
1.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of qualifications, requirements, and scope of services as attached hereto for: Judge Mario E. Ramirez, Jr. Juvenile Justice Center-Mobile X-Ray Imaging Services as requested by Chief Probation Officer-Israel "Buddy" Silva.
J.
County Clerk
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval to seek proposals from job order contractors and/or construction awarded vendors 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 accessories for the " Emergency Roof Repairs to County Clerks Records Warehouse" located at 317 N. Closner, Edinburg, Tx; and/or,
B. Authorization to request proposals from State and/or Cooperative or Interlocal Purchasing Programs awarded roofing contractors for roof repairs to the County Clerks Records Warehouse located at 317 N. Closner, Edinburg, Tx; and/or,
C. Requesting authority to advertise sealed bids for " Emergency Repairs to County Clerks Warehouse located at 317 N. Closner Edinburg, TX.
B. Authorization to request proposals from State and/or Cooperative or Interlocal Purchasing Programs awarded roofing contractors for roof repairs to the County Clerks Records Warehouse located at 317 N. Closner, Edinburg, Tx; and/or,
C. Requesting authority to advertise sealed bids for " Emergency Repairs to County Clerks Warehouse located at 317 N. Closner Edinburg, TX.
2.
Requesting authority to purchase computer software, equipment and/or peripherals, through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource for County Clerk Office with Dell Marketing DIR-SDD-192 requisition #136574 for the amount of $7,244.93.
K.
Co. Wide
1.
A. Nomination of at least three (3) firms from the County's approved "pools" of appraisers and surveyors for scoring/grading/evaluation for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners Court to engage the services required to meet statutory compliance in connection with anticipated/contemplated acquisitions of land/property, disposition of county-owned land/property or other circumstances/situations on an "as needed basis" per project/precinct:
Appraisers (5 or 6 firms in "pool") Surveyors (9 firms in "pool")
1. ______________________; 1. ______________________;
2. ______________________; 2. ______________________;
3. ______________________; 3. ______________________ ;
4. ______________________; 4. _______________________;
5. ______________________; 5. _______________________;
6. ______________________;
B. After ranking and negotiation process, direction and approval of determining factors (i.e. number of properties, negotiated amount, other factor(s) on final form of engagement to proceed to render services:
1. Contract/engagement document with subsequent purchase order;
2. Purchase Orders only;
Appraisers (5 or 6 firms in "pool") Surveyors (9 firms in "pool")
1. ______________________; 1. ______________________;
2. ______________________; 2. ______________________;
3. ______________________; 3. ______________________ ;
4. ______________________; 4. _______________________;
5. ______________________; 5. _______________________;
6. ______________________;
B. After ranking and negotiation process, direction and approval of determining factors (i.e. number of properties, negotiated amount, other factor(s) on final form of engagement to proceed to render services:
1. Contract/engagement document with subsequent purchase order;
2. Purchase Orders only;
2.
A. Pursuant to a request from Hidalgo County Precinct No.1, presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to proceed to score, grade and evaluate the "pool of state and federal consultants" for the purposes of ranking by CC so as to negotiate and engage a consulting firm for the development of grants and proposals at the federal level for site improvements and construction of a County of Hidalgo Morgue; if applicable,
B. Discussion, consideration and action to establish and maintain the office of medical examiner pursuant to Article 49.25 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
B. Discussion, consideration and action to establish and maintain the office of medical examiner pursuant to Article 49.25 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
3.
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)
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)
19.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Certificates of Obligation Series 2004 (1334):
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation series 2004 (1334) from various accounts to the Pct. 3 Landfill-Other Land in the total amount of $34,235.50.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within the Certificate of Obligation series 2004 (1334) from various accounts to the Pct. 3 Landfill-Other Land in the total amount of $34,235.50.
B.
Tax Notes, 2007:
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for the Tax Notes, 2007- Common Integrated Justice System (Odyssey project) in the amount of $30,000.00. (1302)
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for the Tax Notes, 2007- Common Integrated Justice System (Odyssey project) in the amount of $30,000.00. (1302)
C.
Precinct No. 2 P/U Rd (1202):
1. Approval to correct the slot no.'s for four (4) Maintenance I positions as follows (Re: approved by CC 7/22/08, AI-10166, 18. A):
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to correct the slot no.'s for four (4) Maintenance I positions as follows (Re: approved by CC 7/22/08, AI-10166, 18. A):
| Position Title | Slot No. | Correct Slot No. |
| Maintenance I | 122-006-T053 | 122-006-T057 |
| Maintenance I | 122-006-T054 | 122-006-T058 |
| Maintenance I | 122-006-T055 | 122-006-T059 |
| Maintenance I | 122-006-T056 | 122-006-T060 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
D.
1. Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for Certificate of Obligation Series 2001 (1331) to Precinct 4 - Sugar Road in the amount of $153,582.96.
2. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligation Series 2001 (1331) from various accounts to Precinct 4 - Sugar Road in the total amount of $109,168.45.
3. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 (1336) from various accounts to Precinct 4 - Sugar Road in the total amount of $287,248.59.
2. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligation Series 2001 (1331) from various accounts to Precinct 4 - Sugar Road in the total amount of $109,168.45.
3. Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer within Certificate of Obligation Series 2006 (1336) from various accounts to Precinct 4 - Sugar Road in the total amount of $287,248.59.
E.
Adult Probation-Boot Camp:
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Boot Camp - Building R & M Service (1100) in the amount of $25,000.00.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Boot Camp - Building R & M Service (1100) in the amount of $25,000.00.
F.
275th DC:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration to 275th District Court (1100) in the amount of $18,121.11.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration to 275th District Court (1100) in the amount of $18,121.11.
G.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from County Wide Administration to Buildings & Grounds (1100) in the amount of $100,000.00.
H.
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds to C.O.,2002- Landfill Pct#4 - Eng. & Arch. Services (1332) in the amount of $15,000.00.
I.
Approval of 2008 interfund transfer from Elections Department (1100) to Precinct 4 (1204) in the amount of $5,566.77.
J.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Purchasing to Border Colonia Access Program (1200) in the amount of $25,043.98.
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-1525-08-Cl; Nora Hernandez Solis vs Elizabeth Cantu Ahumada, Hidalgo County, Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3, Jose Ahumada and Pablo Fidel Navarro
E.
Subrogation of Nicolas Cano
F.
Claim of BFI Landfill
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-1528-08-C; Nora Hernandez Solis vs Elizabeth Cantu Ahumada, Hidalgo County, Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3, Jose Ahumada and Pablo Fidel Navarro
E.
Subrogation of Nicolas Cano
F.
Claim of BFI Landfill
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