CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
COMMISSIONERS' COURT MEETING
March 17, 2009
1:30 P.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.
Open Forum
6.
Commissioners' Court Executive Office - 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.
Discussion, consideration, and action on Hidalgo County's Wireless Communication Services Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures (Cellular Telephone Policy).
C.
Status report on the Old Administration Building Renovation project, to include the area designated for the District Attorney.
D.
Resolution Authorizing Tax Resale
E.
Constable Pct. #4:
Discussion, consideration and action on Order prohibiting the carrying of concealed handguns in county owned and/or leased properties/offices
Discussion, consideration and action on Order prohibiting the carrying of concealed handguns in county owned and/or leased properties/offices
F.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and action in connection with the renewal (as provided in the current agreement) for an additional one (1) with the Hon. Jesus "Chuy" Ramirez-Law Firm of Ramirez & Guerrero.
7.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez:
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
8.
Emergency Services Division - Tony Pena:
A.
Fire Marshal Division:
Requesting approval and authorization to submit 2008 Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Audit Report as requested by Attorney General of Texas.
Requesting approval and authorization to submit 2008 Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Audit Report as requested by Attorney General of Texas.
9.
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
A.
Discussion, consideration, and approval to upgrade the cell phones for the HIDTA Task Force Commander and Criminal Investigators.
10.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
The Urban County Program is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract with J.E. Saenz & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $45,896.40 utilizing Year 19 (2006) funds for a Street Improvements Project for the Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 area.
B.
Requesting approval to rescind previous action taken on May 27, 2008 for bid award and contracts for the demolition and the reconstruction of one (1) unit in the Countywide area in the amount of $38,448.00 to R & R General Contractors.
C.
Requesting authorization to dispose of Community Development Block Grant records for Program Years 1991 thru 1997.
D.
The Urban County Program on behalf of the City of La Joya, is requesting approval and award of best and final negotiated contract with Alcocer Garcia & Associates (AGADC) (highest ranked firm), in the amount of $31,662.00 utilizing Year 20 (2007) Precinct No. 3 Parks, Recreational Facilities recaptured funds and Year 21 (2008) La Joya Parks, Recreational Facilities funds.
E.
Requesting approval to cancel two (2) applications for Ezequiel & Juana Rodriguez and Rafael & Juana Martinez at the request of HOME Staff.
F.
The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and approval of contracts for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:
1. (1) Unit in the City of Donna in the amount of $45,900.00 to CRG Homes.
2. (1) Unit in the City of San Juan in the amount of $37,300.00 to CRG Homes.
1. (1) Unit in the City of Donna in the amount of $45,900.00 to CRG Homes.
2. (1) Unit in the City of San Juan in the amount of $37,300.00 to CRG Homes.
G.
Approval of a Subrecipient Agreement with Mujeres Unidas/Women Together and the Urban County Program-ESG Surplus Funds (2009) under the Emergency Shelter Grant Program for Operations.
H.
Approval of a Subrecipient Agreement with Consumer Credit Counseling Counseling Service of South Texas and the Urban County Program-ESG Surplus Funds (2009) under the Emergency Shelter Grant Program for Essential Services and Homeless Prevention.
I.
Approval of a Subrecipient Agreement with The Salvation Army and the Urban County Program-ESG Surplus Funds (2009) under the Emergency Shelter Grant Program for Maintenance and Operations, Essential Services, and Homeless Prevention Services.
J.
Approval of a Subrecipient Agreement with Advocacy Resource Center for Housing (ARCH) and the Urban County Program-ESG Surplus Funds (2009) under the Emergency Shelter Grant Program for Essential Services and Homeless Prevention Services.
K.
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Material Testing Services in connection with Hidalgo County Urban County Year 21(2008) for an Abatement for a Public Facility Improvement Project in the City of Weslaco.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid of at least four (4) Material Testing firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Weslaco, Hidalgo County Purchasing Department and the Urban County Program for the purposes of ranking by CC in connection with an Urban County Program Public Facility Improvement Project in the City of Weslaco.
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________ for the provision of Material Testing Services for an abatement for an Urban County Program - City of Weslaco Public Facility Improvement project.
2. Presentation of the scoring grid of at least four (4) Material Testing firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Weslaco, Hidalgo County Purchasing Department and the Urban County Program for the purposes of ranking by CC in connection with an Urban County Program Public Facility Improvement Project in the City of Weslaco.
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________ for the provision of Material Testing Services for an abatement for an Urban County Program - City of Weslaco Public Facility Improvement project.
L.
The Urban County Program requests approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 and the City of Edinburg for a Water/Sewer Improvements project, utilizing Hidalgo County Urban County Program Precinct No. 4 Water/Sewer Improvements funds from FY 19 (2006).
11.
Office of the County Judge:
A.
Presentation by the Regional Mobility Authority of their 2008 Annual Report.
B.
Presentation on the Universal Freight Shuttle and approval of resolution in support of building the freight shuttle along the US Highway 281 Corridor with a terminal in Hidalgo County.
C.
Discussion and possible action regarding Hidalgo County's Legislative Program for the 81st Session of the Texas Legislature.
D.
Approval of proclamation recognizing Mayor Joe Ochoa
E.
Presentation regarding Census 2010
F.
Resolution supporting SB 1312 and HB 1935.
G.
Approval of Services Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement.
H.
Discussion by Valley Interfaith on Disaster Relief Fund of Housing Distribution Percentage as approved by Commissioners Court on 02/24/09.
12.
Elections Administration - Yvonne Ramon:
A.
Approval of Contract for Election Services (leasing of equipment) between Hidalgo County and the following:
1. South Texas College
2. City of Edcouch
3. Sharyland ISD
4. McAllen ISD
5. City of Donna
6. City of Edinburg
for their May 09, 2009 Elections.
1. South Texas College
2. City of Edcouch
3. Sharyland ISD
4. McAllen ISD
5. City of Donna
6. City of Edinburg
for their May 09, 2009 Elections.
13.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
1. Approval to accept the Local Border Security Program (LBSP-08) Grant.
2. Approval to appropriate budget for $575,000.00 (No Cash Match).
2. Approval to appropriate budget for $575,000.00 (No Cash Match).
B.
Approval to apply for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Formula Program: Local Solicitation Grant with the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) (No Cash Match).
C.
Approval to appropriate 2009 monies received on a seizure award in the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Department of Justice Fund (1229) in the total amount of $ 11,980.27
D.
Approval to appropriate the 2009 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation from the State Comptroller and the 2008 Interest Earned into the Sheriff's LEOSE accounts within the LEOSE Fund (1220) in the total amount of $42,903.99.
E.
Requesting approval of payment for the membership dues of Chief Deputy Anacleto Martinez to the Texas District & County Attorney's Association in the amount of $60.00 for the year of 2009.
F.
Presentation and discussion of the 2008 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
14.
Right of Way - Joe Pena:
A.
Authorization and/or approval for County Judge to execute Earnest Money Contract for the Monte Alto Collection Site with authority for County Auditor to review and complete processing procedures and for County Treasurer to issue check in the amount of $1,000.00 to Valley Land & Title Company as Earnest Money Deposit and $100 option fee to Hector Guerra.
15.
Colonia Access Program - Agapito Vargas
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of (2)"Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of San Juan, Texas and County of Hidalgo" in connection with the Border Colonia Access Program Project, for the following projects Las Milpas Subdivision (Jose Street), McColl Estates Subdivision (Reba Lane).
B.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of an "Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of San Juan, Texas and County of Hidalgo" in connection with the Border Colonia Access Program Project, for the following project Red Barn Subdivision (Pecan Street). Funding will be provided by Urban County Program and Border Colonia Access Program.
C.
Discussion and approval to excute "Application for Driveway Permit" Permit required from TXDOT for Colonia Access Program Project Red Barn Subdivision to reconstruct road accessing into FM 1016 (Raul Longria Rd.)
16.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Handy:
A.
Recognition of Pct. #1 employees
17.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
Discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of "Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo and The City of San Juan for funding of new Public Library, letter from Urban County Program to utilize funds from Pct. 2 Public Facilities line item Work Plan Activity.
18.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to submit Economically Disadvantaged Counties Program application for local participation reduction for the FM 681 road improvement project, CSJ:0669-01-043, from FM 2221 to SH 107, with authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Contractual Agreement for Right of Way Procurement between the State of Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas for the acquisition of right of way for the FM 681 road improvement project from FM 2221 to SH 107, with authority for the County Judge to sign to required documents.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Contractual Agreement for Right of Way Procurement between the State of Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas for the acquisition of right of way for the FM 681 road improvement project from FM 2221 to SH 107, with authority for the County Judge to sign to required documents.
B.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to submit Economically Disadvantaged Counties Program application for local participation reduction for the FM 2221/FM 492 road improvement project, CSJ:0862-01-037, from SH 364 to FM 681, with authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Contractual Agreement for Right of Way Procurement between the State of Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas for the acquisition of right of way for the FM 2221/FM 492 road improvement project from SH 364 to FM 681, with authority for the County Judge to sign to required documents.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Contractual Agreement for Right of Way Procurement between the State of Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas for the acquisition of right of way for the FM 2221/FM 492 road improvement project from SH 364 to FM 681, with authority for the County Judge to sign to required documents.
19.
Budget & Management - Raul Silguero Jr.:
A.
Status Report on Hurricane Dolly reimbursements received.
B.
Interdepartmental transfers:
1.
Health Clinics/ DBM Co. Wide Contingency
Approval of interdeparmental transfer in the amount of $5,968.87 from Health Clinics to County Wide Contingency (1100).
Approval of interdeparmental transfer in the amount of $5,968.87 from Health Clinics to County Wide Contingency (1100).
2.
Pct. #3 CAP (1311):
Requesting approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer for Precinct #3 Colonia Access Program fund (1311) from El Sol #2 (program 251) to Ezequiel Acevedo Jr. #2 (program 267) in the amount of $6,161.00.
Requesting approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer for Precinct #3 Colonia Access Program fund (1311) from El Sol #2 (program 251) to Ezequiel Acevedo Jr. #2 (program 267) in the amount of $6,161.00.
3.
Co. Wide Administration (1100):
Approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer from Rural Ambulance to Co. Wide Adminstration (1100) in the amount of $50,000.00.
Approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer from Rural Ambulance to Co. Wide Adminstration (1100) in the amount of $50,000.00.
4.
DBM- Visiting Judges
Approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Visiting Judges (1100) in the amount of $10,000.00.
Approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Visiting Judges (1100) in the amount of $10,000.00.
5.
IT Countywide (1100):
Approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer from Contingency to IT Countywide for cabling expenditures in the amount of $3,200.00 for the warehouse (Elections Dept.).
Approval of 2009 interdepartmental transfer from Contingency to IT Countywide for cabling expenditures in the amount of $3,200.00 for the warehouse (Elections Dept.).
C.
Interfund transfers:
1.
Pct. #1 P/U Rd (1201)/Pct. #1 Sanitation (1100):
Approval of 2009 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 P/U Rd to Pct 1 Sanitation in the amount of $38,000.00 to fund land acquisition expenditures (Monte Alto Collection site).
Approval of 2009 interfund transfer from Pct. 1 P/U Rd to Pct 1 Sanitation in the amount of $38,000.00 to fund land acquisition expenditures (Monte Alto Collection site).
2.
General Fund (1100)/Sheriffs Cops Universal Hiring 15 (1284):
Approval of 2009 interfund transfer from General Fund (1100) to Sheriff's Cops Universal Hiring 15 (1284) in the total amount of $800,600.00 (Grant Retention Requirement).
Approval of 2009 interfund transfer from General Fund (1100) to Sheriff's Cops Universal Hiring 15 (1284) in the total amount of $800,600.00 (Grant Retention Requirement).
D.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
Tax Notes Series 2007 (1302):
Approval of appropriation of Tax Notes, Series 2007 funds (1302) to Sheriff Substation Pct# 3 (program 039) in the amount of $ 624.23 to fund land acquisition expenses.
Approval of appropriation of Tax Notes, Series 2007 funds (1302) to Sheriff Substation Pct# 3 (program 039) in the amount of $ 624.23 to fund land acquisition expenses.
2.
Constable Pct. #3 (1230):
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Constable Pct. 3-Investigation HB 65 fund in the amount of $18,864.16 to fund various operating expenditures.
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Constable Pct. 3-Investigation HB 65 fund in the amount of $18,864.16 to fund various operating expenditures.
3.
Constable Pct. #3 (LEOSE):
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Constable Precinct No. 3 - LEOSE and 2008 LEOSE interest earned in the total amount of $1,641.82.
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Constable Precinct No. 3 - LEOSE and 2008 LEOSE interest earned in the total amount of $1,641.82.
4.
Pct. #3 Parks (1213):
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds from Precinct #3 Parks fund balance into Administration Precinct #3 & Pavilion Building in the amount of $50,000.00 to fund future expenses for 2009.
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds from Precinct #3 Parks fund balance into Administration Precinct #3 & Pavilion Building in the amount of $50,000.00 to fund future expenses for 2009.
5.
Budget and Management (1100):
A. Authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment to Ashbritt Environmental, Inc. for invoices totaling $563,206.28 after Auditor review and audit procedures have been completed.
B. Approval and authorization of 2009 appropriation in the amount of $140,801.57 (25% of Ashbritt Invoices) from General Fund (1100) unreserved fund balance as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070 to address emergency expenditures related to Hurricane Dolly.
C. Approval and authorization to set up a receivable in the amount of $422,404.71 which represents a 75% reimbursement from FEMA and or Local Jurisdictions for debris removal.
A. Authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment to Ashbritt Environmental, Inc. for invoices totaling $563,206.28 after Auditor review and audit procedures have been completed.
B. Approval and authorization of 2009 appropriation in the amount of $140,801.57 (25% of Ashbritt Invoices) from General Fund (1100) unreserved fund balance as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070 to address emergency expenditures related to Hurricane Dolly.
C. Approval and authorization to set up a receivable in the amount of $422,404.71 which represents a 75% reimbursement from FEMA and or Local Jurisdictions for debris removal.
6.
Drainage Improvement Project Comm. Pct. #4 - Road & Bridge (1204):
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Commissioner Pct. 4 Road & Bridge fund in the amount of $62,684.97 to fund salary related expenditures.
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Commissioner Pct. 4 Road & Bridge fund in the amount of $62,684.97 to fund salary related expenditures.
7.
DBM- Workers Comp Division (2202):
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Self-Funded Workers' Compensation Fund in the amount of $94,137.56 to fund expenditures for the year.
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Self-Funded Workers' Compensation Fund in the amount of $94,137.56 to fund expenditures for the year.
8.
Pct. #2 R&B (1202):
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for Precinct #2 R&B in the amount of $456,815.19 for Tower Road Project and for South Tower Estates Project.
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for Precinct #2 R&B in the amount of $456,815.19 for Tower Road Project and for South Tower Estates Project.
9.
Co Clerk Record Archive (1100):
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Co Clerk Record Archive fund in the amount of $44,900.90.
Approval of 2009 appropriation of funds for the Co Clerk Record Archive fund in the amount of $44,900.90.
E.
Salary Schedule Changes:
1.
Pct. #2 Parks (1212):
A. Approval to create 3 temporary part-time Lifeguard positions, slot #'s. T026, T027 & T028 and set salary @ $9.50 per hour, employment not to exceed six months and/or 12/31/2009.
B. Approval to create 2 temporary part-time Attendant positions, slot #'s 122-008-T029 & T030 and set salary @ $8.65 per hour, employment not to exceed six months and/or 12/31/2009.
C. Approval of revised salary schedule.
A. Approval to create 3 temporary part-time Lifeguard positions, slot #'s. T026, T027 & T028 and set salary @ $9.50 per hour, employment not to exceed six months and/or 12/31/2009.
B. Approval to create 2 temporary part-time Attendant positions, slot #'s 122-008-T029 & T030 and set salary @ $8.65 per hour, employment not to exceed six months and/or 12/31/2009.
C. Approval of revised salary schedule.
20.
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
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 discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of Edinburg for the placement of two (2) bus stop shelters on county property.
5.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to execute the final agreement (approved as to form by legal counsel) for auctioneer services with Abrego Towing & Storage LLC, as awarded by CC on 03/03/09.
6.
A. Requesting authority to advertise a Request for Qualifications in connection with: Redistricting Plan Consultant Services including discussion and action on procurement packet, including, but not limited to, the following: firm qualifications, scope of services, term of engagement, etc.;
B. Designation of grading committee for the scoring and evaluation of Statements of Qualifications received for: Redistricting Plan Consultant Services Project
B. Designation of grading committee for the scoring and evaluation of Statements of Qualifications received for: Redistricting Plan Consultant Services Project
7.
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract for:"Lease/Rental of Vehicles" for the Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with Capps Rent A Car, INC.-effective 03/22/09 -05/21/09. C-06-078-03-21
8.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 262, Section .024 (a)(8)(d) "an item of food" for: Sheriff's Office & Adult Detention Facility (aka, County Jail), Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, Texas Agrilife Extension Service, including all other Hidalgo County departments requiring food purchases;
B. Pursuant to same statute, specifically 262.024 (d), action on the following:
(1) Solicitation of at least three (3) quotes by:
(a) telephone; or,
(b) written quotations;
(2) Presentation of the proposed draft solicitation quote/bid form including terms, conditions, requirements, and draft agreement for vendors awarded contracts;
B. Pursuant to same statute, specifically 262.024 (d), action on the following:
(1) Solicitation of at least three (3) quotes by:
(a) telephone; or,
(b) written quotations;
(2) Presentation of the proposed draft solicitation quote/bid form including terms, conditions, requirements, and draft agreement for vendors awarded contracts;
9.
Discussion, consideration and action in connection with adopting and approving the proposed draft of the Hidalgo County Commercial Account use Policy, Guidelines and Procedures (as attached hereto).
10.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of a "Notice to Proceed" for Quintanilla, Headley & Assoicates, Inc. in connection to contract no. C-08-380-11-04 for the purposes of "Subdviding Land for the Primary Care and Substance Abuse Facility" for Hidalgo County.
B.
Pct. 2
1.
Requesting approval of Construction Change Order No. 1 (increase) in the amount of $4,590.30 to Add 66 linear feet of 18" RCP with Tie-ins from McAllen Construction in connection with project "McColl Road Irrigation Siphon" with authority for County Judge to execute document.
C.
Buildings & Grounds
1.
Presentation for discussion acceptance and approval to exercise the "thirty (30) day written notice of termination of contract" with Federico Lozano, dba, Blue Steel Construction under Contract No. C-08-264-09-09 for the "Replacement of Overhead Doors" as recommended for consideration by the Hidalgo County Buildings and Grounds.
2.
Requesting 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 trades, labor and materials and any other accessories for renovations and/or repairs to the County Clerks Project #2009-146-OGG as requested by County Clerks Office
D.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 2
1.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 1 with contractor D. M. Roth Inc. for RSW Unit# 1 Subdivision Pct. No. 2 reflecting a decrease in the amount of $1,170.00 because existing concrete valley gutter at intersection of North "I" Rd and Lucky St was left in place as submitted through project engineer R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation. C-CAP 08-019-08-26
E.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
A. Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Application for payment No. 2 (Release of Retainage) in the amount of $15,042.70 from Juan Mendoza Corporation, dba, J.M. Construction contracted vendor for Basham Subdivison No. 16 and North Country Estates No. 2, submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering. C-CAP 08-027-11-04-LRM;
B. Requesting approval of "Certificate of Construction Completion" submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering reflecting the completion date of January 27, 2009 for Basham Subdivision No. 16 and North Country Estates No. 2. C-CAP 08-027-11-04-LRM.
B. Requesting approval of "Certificate of Construction Completion" submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering reflecting the completion date of January 27, 2009 for Basham Subdivision No. 16 and North Country Estates No. 2. C-CAP 08-027-11-04-LRM.
2.
Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No. 2 (Final) in the amount of $32,720.63 from Valley Paving, Inc. contracted vendor for Amberland Subdivision submitted through project engineer, Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. C-CAP-08-013-07-11.
3.
Presentation for consideration, discussion, acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No. 3 (final) in the amount of $9,829.60 from Valley Paving, Inc. contracted vendor for Villa Capri Subidivision submitted by project engineer Hinojosa Enginering, Inc. C-CAP-08-008-03-26.
F.
Sheriff's Office
1.
Recommending award of bid and approval of contract to sole bidder (Montgomery Technology Systems, LLC) meeting specificaitions and/or requirements as attached hereto for "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (& Jail ) - Service & Maintenance to the Adult Detention Electronic System Part 2" (Bid No. 2009-056-MEG)
2.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of draft qualifications, requirements, scope of services, and other factors for a Request for Qualifications (inasmuch as Sheriff Office is requiring an Engineer for the design and evaluation purposes) for: "Sheriff's Office -Professional Engineering Consulting Services for the Design of New Communications System-Project # 09-112.
3.
Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) year of the additional three (3) one (1) year periods as provided in current contract for: "Service & Maintenance to the Adult Detention Electronic System" for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, under the same rates, terms and conditions with SECURE CONTROL SYSTEMS, LLC - Effective: 04/07/09 - 04/06/10
G.
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)
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.
1. 7:08-CV-175; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. THIMER ESTATE ET.AL
2. 7:08-CV-195; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. UNKNOWN OWNERS
3. 7:08-CV-205; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. RICARDO R. PENA ET.AL
4. 7:08-CV-217; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. DANIEL E. ARNOLD ET.AL
5. 7:08-CV-231; UNTIED STATES OF AMERICA VS. MARIA LUISA CAVAZOS ET.AL
6. 7:08-CV-263; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. JOSE HERMILIO JIMENEZ ET.AL
7. 7:08-CV-303; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. BORDER PACIFIC RAILROAD CO. ET.AL
2. 7:08-CV-195; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. UNKNOWN OWNERS
3. 7:08-CV-205; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. RICARDO R. PENA ET.AL
4. 7:08-CV-217; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. DANIEL E. ARNOLD ET.AL
5. 7:08-CV-231; UNTIED STATES OF AMERICA VS. MARIA LUISA CAVAZOS ET.AL
6. 7:08-CV-263; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. JOSE HERMILIO JIMENEZ ET.AL
7. 7:08-CV-303; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. BORDER PACIFIC RAILROAD CO. ET.AL
E.
Cause No. CL-06-3277; Graciela Martinez, individually and as Representative of the Estate of Reynaldo Sanchez, III vs. County of Hidalgo
F.
C-236-09-D; Martha A Velasquez, et al vs. City of Mission, et al
G.
Claim of William Worsham
H.
C-2213-06-H; Sylvia Torres, et al vs. Hidalgo County, et al
I.
EEOC Charge No. 31C-2009-00849; Leticia Rodriguez vs. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2
22.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Consultation with Attorney on litigation associated with New Adult Detention Facility & Law Enforcement Center Project
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
1. 7:08-CV-175; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. THIMER ESTATE ET.AL
2. 7:08-CV-195; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. UNKNOWN OWNERS
3. 7:08-CV-205; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. RICARDO R. PENA ET.AL
4. 7:08-CV-217; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. DANIEL E. ARNOLD ET.AL
5. 7:08-CV-231; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. MARIA LUISA CAVAZOS ET.AL
6. 7:08-CV-263; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. JOSE HERMILIO JIMENEZ ET.AL
7. 7:08-CV-303; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. BORDER PACIFIC RAILROAD CO. ET.AL
2. 7:08-CV-195; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. UNKNOWN OWNERS
3. 7:08-CV-205; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. RICARDO R. PENA ET.AL
4. 7:08-CV-217; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. DANIEL E. ARNOLD ET.AL
5. 7:08-CV-231; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. MARIA LUISA CAVAZOS ET.AL
6. 7:08-CV-263; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. JOSE HERMILIO JIMENEZ ET.AL
7. 7:08-CV-303; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA VS. BORDER PACIFIC RAILROAD CO. ET.AL
E.
Cause No. CL-06-3277; Graciela Martinez, individually and as Representative of the Estate of Reynaldo Sanchez, III vs. County of Hidalgo
F.
C-236-09-D; Martha A Velasquez, et al vs. City of Mission, et al
G.
Claim of William Worsham
H.
C-2213-06-H; Sylvia Torres, et al vs. Hidalgo County, et al
I.
EEOC Charge No. 31C-2009-00849; Leticia Rodriguez vs. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2
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