CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
October 7, 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.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Commissioners' Court Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
A.
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"
B.
Presentation, discussion, and appropriate action regarding disaster recovery activities related to Hurricane Dolly including. but not limited to the following:
1. Contractors (i.e. AshBritt, Beck Disaster Recovery, etc.)
2. FEMA or other agency applications for Public Assistance or other sources/avenues/methods of reimbursements
1. Contractors (i.e. AshBritt, Beck Disaster Recovery, etc.)
2. FEMA or other agency applications for Public Assistance or other sources/avenues/methods of reimbursements
C.
1. Approval to waive Civil Service Commission Rules/Personnel Policies to adjust the budgeted salary and budgeted auto allowance of slot no. 210-001-0001, Planning Administrator. Current budgeted salary $111,592.00, new budgeted salary $165,000.00. Current auto allowance $8,000.00, new auto allowance zero (-0-).
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
D.
Pct. 4 - Drainage Improvement Projects:
1. Approval to create one (1) new permanent full-time position Director of Construction (Civil Service Exempt), slot no. 0001 budgeted salary $48,500.00 to be funded from Pct. 4 2008 C.O. Series allocation.
2. Approval to create one (1) new permanent full-time position Assistant Director of Construction (Civil Service Exempt), slot no.0002, budgeted salary $45,000.00 to be funded from Pct. 4, 2008 C.O. Series allocation.
3. Approval of salary schedule.
1. Approval to create one (1) new permanent full-time position Director of Construction (Civil Service Exempt), slot no. 0001 budgeted salary $48,500.00 to be funded from Pct. 4 2008 C.O. Series allocation.
2. Approval to create one (1) new permanent full-time position Assistant Director of Construction (Civil Service Exempt), slot no.0002, budgeted salary $45,000.00 to be funded from Pct. 4, 2008 C.O. Series allocation.
3. Approval of salary schedule.
6.
Buildings & Grounds - Daniel Flores:
A.
1. Approval to create two (2) new permanent full-time Custodian positions, slot no.'s 220-001-0082 & -0083 budgeted at $20,345.00 each, effective 10/13/08.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
7.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
Authorization and approval to accept the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force and the McAllen Independent School District Police Department as set forth under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 59.
8.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
1. Hold Public Hearing to consider public comments on a proposed budget & program amendment for Pct. #1 utilizing Urban County funds from Program Year 20 & 21 (2007 & 2008). The amendment will transfer additional funds to the City of Elsa to complete a water & sewer improvement and clearance & demolition project.
2. Consideration and Approval of an amendment to the Urban County Pct. #1 Years 20 & 21 (2007 & 2008) CDBG workplan to reallocate Hidalgo County Precinct #1 funds to the City of Elsa for completion of a water & sewer improvement and clearance & demolition project.
2. Consideration and Approval of an amendment to the Urban County Pct. #1 Years 20 & 21 (2007 & 2008) CDBG workplan to reallocate Hidalgo County Precinct #1 funds to the City of Elsa for completion of a water & sewer improvement and clearance & demolition project.
9.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa:
A.
1. Report on District Clerk's proposed implementation as Passport Acceptance Agent for the U.S. Department of State.
2. Approval to set execution fee at $25.00.
3. Approval to set passport photo fee at $______.
2. Approval to set execution fee at $25.00.
3. Approval to set passport photo fee at $______.
10.
J.P. 1/1 - Gilbert Saenz:
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims/invoice with authority for Hidalgo County Treasurer to issue payment for the following invoice after it has been reviewed, audited and processing procedures are completed by the Hidalgo County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Copy Graphics | 11/02/07 | $95.00 |
11.
J.P. 5/1 - E. Speedy Jackson:
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims/invoice with authority for Hidalgo County Treasurer to issue payment for the following invoice after it has been reviewed, audited and processing procedures are completed by the Hidalgo County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Amount |
| G-Neil | 07/16/08 | 54.99 |
12.
Office of the County Judge:
A.
1. Approval to create a Domestic Relations Office pursuant to Family Code Section 203.003 (a)(1) to be administered by Commissioners' Court and approval of a domestic relations office operations fee to be added to every family law filing, but not to exceed $ 15.00 pursuant to Texas Family Code 203.005 (a)(1) ; or in the alternative,
2. Approval to allow the Juvenile Board to serve as the administering entity.
2. Approval to allow the Juvenile Board to serve as the administering entity.
B.
Presentation of winning images for 2008 Hidalgo County Photography Contest: "Hidalgo County: Past, Present and Future." Recognition of winners.
13.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
Information and discussion regarding County Inspection Program as required by the Texas Residential Construction Commission
14.
Elections Administration - Yvonne Ramon:
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of claims/invoices with authority for Hidalgo County Treasurer to issue payment for the following invoice after it has been reviewed, audited and processing procedures are completed by Hidalgo County Auditor.
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Copy Zone | 04/12/08 | $1,711.94 |
| Superior Alarms | 12/18/07 | $70.00 |
15.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services-Brad Cowan:
A.
Approval of Proclamation declaring the week of October 5-11, 2008 National 4-H Week.
16.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
Discussion/Approval of Appointment of One (1) Community Representative by each member of the Commissioners' Court, to serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for a one (1) year term according to 45 CFR Chapter XIII, 1304.50(b)(1)-(b)(7) beginning October 2008.
17.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Authorization for discussion and/or approval of open cut on New Donna Plaza North Subdivision Lot 21 Located on Mile 10 North and Old La Blanca Road - 3/4" Service Connection - North Alamo Water Supply.
B.
Authorization for surveys metes & bounds, title reports, appraisals and acquisition of additional right of way on Mile 11 1/4 east of FM 491.
C.
Consideration and approval to purchase a certain tract of land described as Parcel # 24 North I Road Phase II.
D.
Authorization for surveys metes & bounds, title reports, appraisals and acquisition of additional right of way on Las Milpas Road between S. McColl Road and S. Jackson Road.
E.
Requesting approval to reimburse ROW Employee (J. Benito Rodriguez) for the purchase of fuel for ROW Vehicle - Unit 09 from Aziz Store located in San Juan, Texas and Stripes Store located in San Juan, Texas in the total amount of $66.60. Employee purchased fuel using personal funds due to COMDATA card being in the process of being issued.
18.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Discussion and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the Hidalgo County, Texas and The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District of Texas for general purpose - multiple projects.
B.
Approval of 2008 appropriation of funds for South McColl (Dicker(FM 3072)-Orangewood & 0.5 South Military Road) in the amount of $748,000.
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
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 (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
4.
Presentation for consideration and acceptance of the additional firms submitting Statements of Qualifications (as listed on the RFQ Acceptance Sheet attached hereto) for inclusion of 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:
A. Additional Expansion of Professional Real Estate Appraisers-RFQ No. 2008-357-09-24
A. Additional Expansion of Professional Real Estate Appraisers-RFQ No. 2008-357-09-24
5.
Presentation by project architect firm, Alcocer Garcia Associates for discussion, consideration and action on items necessary to complete the development phase of the plans and specifications for the renovations required of the Administration Building including, but not limited to, size/capacity and projected cost for the following:
A. Emergency Generator
B. Elevators
C. Other necessary items
A. Emergency Generator
B. Elevators
C. Other necessary items
B.
Pct. 1
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval of Inv. # 11322781 in the amount of $ 42,050.00 from L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc., dba, L & G Engineering, contracted engineer for the "FM 493 Project" for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1.
2.
A. Requesting approval of a professional engineering services contract with DOS LOGISTICS, INC. in the amount of $70,136.00 for "Culvert Pipe-Bridge Washout on (Mile 3 North and FM 491) and (Mile 6 West and Mile 13 North including Martin Morales) Roads Project for Hidalgo County Precinct 1. (as selected after evaluation of S.O.Q. s from the POOL OF ENGINEERS and previously approved by C.C. on 09/02/08 for negotiation of the contract with DOS LOGISTICS, INC and as approved by legal counsel to proceed with final execution of contract).
B. Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $25,400.00 with DOS LAND SURVEYING, LLC for the purposes of Professional Surveying Services for "Various Road & Bridge and CIP Projects" - (Pecan Avenue & MIle 1 East and Mile 20 North, Mile 21 North & MIle 7 West) in connection to Contract No. C-08-225-09-09.
B. Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $25,400.00 with DOS LAND SURVEYING, LLC for the purposes of Professional Surveying Services for "Various Road & Bridge and CIP Projects" - (Pecan Avenue & MIle 1 East and Mile 20 North, Mile 21 North & MIle 7 West) in connection to Contract No. C-08-225-09-09.
C.
Pct. 2
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to advertise for sealed bids for the purchase of "Two (2) New 2008-2009 Supercrew Pickup Trucks" including specifications attached hereto for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval of proposal received from "Staples Business Advantage through our membership/participation with awarded vendor through BUYBOARD Contract #254-06", in the amount of $3,812.65 for miscellaneous office equipment for South Tower Multi-Purpose Facility (CRC). Bid No. 2008-362-otm/meg
3.
Requesting authority to advertise a request for sealed bids for: "Precinct No 2 -Tower Road Drainage Items" (Project No. 2008-399-10-29-MSS) with all plans and specifications to be developed and drafted through and by project engineer, R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation with Pct. #2's colaboration.
D.
Pct. 3
1.
Presentation, discussion, consideration and approval for clarification on action taken on 07/01/08 changing the language from Anzaldua's Park Fishing & Boating Pier to Anzaldua's Park Boating Ramp and Boat Courtesy Dock Improvements as identified and approved on letter dated September 23, 2008 as submitted to the Honorable Judge J.D. Salinas III, by Mr. Goldbloom Project Manager Boat Access Program for Texas Parks & Wildlife. Plans and specifications have been submitted and approved for project #08-119 by Mr. Goldbloom subject to this change. Herrera & Hunt is ready to commence upon approval and clarification of PO #606377 with same language as proposed by Mr. Goldbloom.
2.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance, and approval of Work Authorization No. 9 (with an estimated cost of $17,748.15) for "Paving Improvements of Rabbit Patch Subdivision Units I and II" with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, to provide engineering services to Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3.
E.
IT Department:
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment, software and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with the Department of Information Resource (DIR) awarded vendor, NWN Corporation , contract-SDD-258 with requisition #140337 in the amount of $8,270.00.
2.
Requesting authority to purchase computer hardware, software and/or peripheral on-site technical support through our membership/participation with the Department of Information Resource (DIR) awarded vendor, Calence LLC, contract #SDD-235 through requisition #140353 in the amount of $5,600.00.
F.
WIC
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment, software and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with the Department of Information Resource (DIR) contract #SDD-236 through awarded vendor - Calence through requisition #140460 in the total amount of $49,806.80.
G.
Buildings & Grounds
1.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications and draft contract document) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Buildings and Grounds-"Fire Extinguishers Equipment and Maintenance Service" (Bid No. 2008-198)
2.
Presentation for discussion, acceptance and approval of a proposal submitted by Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc./WTI/Tremco Commercial Line Item Pricing through the County's participation/membership with The Cooperative Purchasing Network (TCPN) contract #R4812 for the provision of labor and materials including, but not limited to, roofing replacement, with 10 year warranty, 10 year service & maintenance agreement with annual inspections and any other accessories as may be needed for the roof replacement to the County-owned building (property) located on Moorefiled Rd., aka, the Longoria property with authority to issue a purchase order in the amount of:
A. $ 412,000.00 (Base proposal is a new clay or synthetic tile); or,
B. $ 392,000.00 (Alternate proposal the an Architectural Standing Seam Metal Roofing).
A. $ 412,000.00 (Base proposal is a new clay or synthetic tile); or,
B. $ 392,000.00 (Alternate proposal the an Architectural Standing Seam Metal Roofing).
3.
A. Requesting authority to seek proposals from job order contractors or construction services awarded vendors through the County's membership/participation through cooperative purchasing programs for the removal and replacement of a roofing system for the County-owned building, aka, the Longoria Property located ,on Moorefield Rd.; or,
B. Requesting authority to proceed to engage architectural services through the County's established protocol utilizing the approved "pool" of architects to develop and draft the specifications for the removal and replacement of a new roofing system for the County-owned building, aka, the Longoria Property located on Moorfield Rd.; and/or,
C. Requesting authority to advertise for sealed bids for: Removal and Replacement of a New Roofing System for the County-owned building, aka, the Longoria Property located on Moorefield Rd.
B. Requesting authority to proceed to engage architectural services through the County's established protocol utilizing the approved "pool" of architects to develop and draft the specifications for the removal and replacement of a new roofing system for the County-owned building, aka, the Longoria Property located on Moorfield Rd.; and/or,
C. Requesting authority to advertise for sealed bids for: Removal and Replacement of a New Roofing System for the County-owned building, aka, the Longoria Property located on Moorefield Rd.
H.
Tax Office
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment, software and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with the Department of Information Resource (DIR) awarded vendor, Dell Marketing L.P., contract #SDD-192 through requisition #140730 in the amount of $6,305.24.
I.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Change Order No 1 (increase) in the amount of $8,480.00 submitted by Asago, L.L.C., dba Asago Construction contracted vendor for Walton and Chula Vista Subdivision for material and work adjustments recommended by project engineer Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. C-CAP-08-007-04-22
2.
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 3 BCAP Round III Projects group I;
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 3 BCAP Round III Projects group I;
1st._________________; 2nd._________________; 3rd._________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Construction Material Testing Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group I.
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 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group II;
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 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group II;
1st._________________; 2nd._________________; 3rd._________________;
F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Construction Material Testing Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group II.
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 3 BCAP Round III Projects group I;
1st._________________; 2nd._________________; 3rd._________________;
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Construction Material Testing Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group I.
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 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group II;
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 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group II;
1st._________________; 2nd._________________; 3rd._________________;
F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional Construction Material Testing Engineering Services Contract with the No.1 ranked firm of ____________________________ for the provision of Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Precinct No 3 BCAP Round III Projects Group II.
J.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Request authority to re-advertise as attached hereto for "Hidalgo County Sheriffs's Office (Service and Maintenance to the Adult Detention Facility Electronics Systems Part 2) in as much no bids were received ( Bid No. 2008-288-MEG)
2.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment, software and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with (DIR) Department of Information Resource's contract #DIR-SDD-223 awarded vendor Reyna Enterprises, Inc.. dba, CRC - requisition #139610 for a total amount of $7,770.00.
3.
Requesting authority to purchase "One (1) 2008 New Ford F150 Pickup", through Philpott Motor Company, Port Neches, TX., through the County's participation/membership with TASB Buyboard-contract #281-07 in the amount of $18,000.00 which includes the Buyboard Administrative fee project # 2008-401-10-07
K.
Planning Department
1.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and approval to purchase the following and subject to department's approval of line item transfer in order to cover full amount:
A. Through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with TXMAS C-4-6611Q010-Trimble Navigation Limited for the purchase of "One (1)Trimble R6 Rover Kit, OSC/SW,GSM, One (1)-Upgrade Trimble R6 to GLONASS and One (1)-TSC2 CU w/SC, no internal radio", for an amount not to exceed $25,840.00, and;
B. Through Quotes - Accessories for "Trimble R6 Rover Kit" (Cradle Assy, Pole Bracket, Rover Rod 2M, Bipod, CST Ribrach W/Optical Plummet and the membership) for an amount not to exceed $2,300.00.
A. Through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with TXMAS C-4-6611Q010-Trimble Navigation Limited for the purchase of "One (1)Trimble R6 Rover Kit, OSC/SW,GSM, One (1)-Upgrade Trimble R6 to GLONASS and One (1)-TSC2 CU w/SC, no internal radio", for an amount not to exceed $25,840.00, and;
B. Through Quotes - Accessories for "Trimble R6 Rover Kit" (Cradle Assy, Pole Bracket, Rover Rod 2M, Bipod, CST Ribrach W/Optical Plummet and the membership) for an amount not to exceed $2,300.00.
L.
Auditor's Office
1.
Requesting authority to purchase computer equipment, software and/or peripherals through our membership/participation with the Department of Information Resource (DIR) contract SDD-192 awarded vendor Dell Marketing- through requisition #140338 for the total amount of $9,327.60.
M.
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)
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)
20.
Budget & Management - Valde Guerra:
A.
Planning Dept:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Planning Dept. (1100) in the amount of $4,634.15.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Planning Dept. (1100) in the amount of $4,634.15.
B.
Humane Society:
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Humane Society - Contractual Services (1100) in the amount of $50,000.00
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Humane Society - Contractual Services (1100) in the amount of $50,000.00
C.
Court Reporter Fund (1239):
Approval of interfund transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency (1100) to Court Reporter (1239) in the amount of $70,000.00.
Approval of interfund transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency (1100) to Court Reporter (1239) in the amount of $70,000.00.
D.
Safety Division:
Discussion and possible action on changes to Department of Transportation Drug Testing Guidelines in reference to the direct observation rule for CDL Drivers.
Discussion and possible action on changes to Department of Transportation Drug Testing Guidelines in reference to the direct observation rule for CDL Drivers.
E.
Health Administration:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Health Administration (1100) in the amount of $3,000.00.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Health Administration (1100) in the amount of $3,000.00.
F.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Health Clinics - Longevity Pay (1100) in the amount of $11,281.00.
G.
Approval of invoice from Lower Rio Grande Water Committee, Inc. in the amount of $10,446.09 for Hidalgo County's portion in connection with El Morillo Drain and authorization for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by Auditor's Office.
H.
Jail:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Jail - Longevity Pay (1100) in the amount of $21,946.00.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Jail - Longevity Pay (1100) in the amount of $21,946.00.
I.
Sanitation Pct. 2:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Sanitation Pct. 2 - Vehicles (1100) in the amount of $55,000.00
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Countywide Administration - Contingency to Sanitation Pct. 2 - Vehicles (1100) in the amount of $55,000.00
J.
Consideration and approval of a resolution designating the County Judge of the County of Hidalgo as authorized representative of the County of Hidalgo to give notice of intent to reimburse expenditures with proceeds of tax exempt obligations.
K.
Disaster/Flood 8-16-08:
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Hurricane Ike to Disaster/Flood 8/16/08 (1100) in the amount of $4,375.00.
Approval of 2008 interdepartmental transfer from Hurricane Ike to Disaster/Flood 8/16/08 (1100) in the amount of $4,375.00.
21.
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-2223-08-E; Adrian Macal vs Sheriff Lupe Trevino and County of Hidalgo
E.
Cause No. CL-04-1688-D; Fitzgerald Construction, Inc. vs Hidalgo County Head Start Program and County of Hidalgo
22.
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-2223-08-E; Adrian Macal vs Sheriff Lupe Trevino and County of Hidalgo
E.
Cause No. CL-04-1688-D; Fitzgerald Construction, Inc., vs Hidalgo County Head Start Program and County of Hidalgo
23.
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
24.
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
25.
Adjourn