Minutes Packet
Attachments:
1.
Roll Call
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Prayer
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
5.
Open Forum
6.
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.
AI-28372
Approval to advertise/hire positions for the following:
| Department | Position Title | No. of Positions |
| Fire Marshal | Clerk III | 1 |
| Elections Administration | Data Entry Clerk I (temporary) | 6 |
| District Attorney | Clerk II | 1 |
| Assistant D.A. II | 1 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-28393
Environmental Compliance:
Requesting approval/permission to allow Environmental Compliance Coordinator to travel to Austin, Texas to attend the Water Quality/Storm Water Seminar on 9/8-9/9/11
Requesting approval/permission to allow Environmental Compliance Coordinator to travel to Austin, Texas to attend the Water Quality/Storm Water Seminar on 9/8-9/9/11
Attachments:
7.
District Attorney's Office - Roy Cazares:
A.
AI-28305
Autopsies (1100):
1. Approval to create the following full-time positions:
2. Approval to add the Autopsy Technician classification to the Hidalgo County position inventory
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
4. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to create the following full-time positions:
| Slot no. | Position Title | Grade Level |
| 0001 | Autopsy Technician | 11 |
| 0002 | Autopsy Technician | 11 |
2. Approval to add the Autopsy Technician classification to the Hidalgo County position inventory
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
4. Approval of revised salary schedule.
Attachments:
8.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
B.
AI-28341
Requesting approval of the John Austin Pena Primary Care Substance Abuse Treatment Facility dedication plaque.
Attachments:
C.
AI-28303
Child Health Services (1293):
1. Requesting authorization to accept the attached Child Health Services grant contract #2012-039426-001 in the amount of $34,833.00 for the period of 09/01/2011 to 08/31/2012.
2. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor.
3. Approval of the attached Child Health Grant Budget Appropriation.
4. Approval to change the funding source to the following position/employee, as stated below:
5. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Requesting authorization to accept the attached Child Health Services grant contract #2012-039426-001 in the amount of $34,833.00 for the period of 09/01/2011 to 08/31/2012.
2. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor.
3. Approval of the attached Child Health Grant Budget Appropriation.
4. Approval to change the funding source to the following position/employee, as stated below:
| Current | Proposed | |||||
| Emp. No. | Position Title | Grade | Slot # | Program/ Acct. No. | Slot # | Program/ Acct. No. |
| 171107 | Clerk III | 5 | G012 | SDI 1-1293-441-00-340-018-1 |
0001 | Child Health Services 1-1293-441-00-340-051-2 |
5. Approval of revised salary schedules.
Attachments:
D.
AI-28318
RLSS / LPHS Grant (1293):
1. Requesting authorization to accept the attached RLSS / LPHS grant contract #2012-039525-001 in the amount of $102,403.44 for the period of 09/01/2011 to 08/31/2012.
2. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor
3. Approval of the attached RLSS / LPHS Grant Budget Appropriation
4. Approval to create one (1) full-time Public Health Technician I, slot no. G005, grade 9.
5. Approval to add the Public Health Technician I classification to the Hidalgo County position inventory
6. Approval of salary schedule.
1. Requesting authorization to accept the attached RLSS / LPHS grant contract #2012-039525-001 in the amount of $102,403.44 for the period of 09/01/2011 to 08/31/2012.
2. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor
3. Approval of the attached RLSS / LPHS Grant Budget Appropriation
4. Approval to create one (1) full-time Public Health Technician I, slot no. G005, grade 9.
5. Approval to add the Public Health Technician I classification to the Hidalgo County position inventory
6. Approval of salary schedule.
Attachments:
E.
AI-28380
Requesting authorization to apply for a Border Binational Health Week grant to take place on October 2012. The funds are aimed to strengthen public health services on the Texas-Mexico Border through planning, coordination and execution of local and regional activities and for the year-round binational planning communication, collaboration and coordination of program activities for Border National Health Week. The grant amount will not exceed $12,550.00.
Attachments:
9.
Veterans Office - Emilio De Los Santos:
A.
AI-28349
Announcement of VA Health Care System Enrollment Fair to be held on September 13, 2011 from 4-7pm at McAllen Medical Center
Attachments:
10.
Elections Administration - Yvonne Ramon:
A.
AI-28191
1. Approval and Acceptance of extension for the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) General HAVA Compliance grant. New termination date is 12/31/2012.
2. Approval and Acceptance of extension for the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) County Education Fund grant. New termination date is 12/31/2012.
2. Approval and Acceptance of extension for the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) County Education Fund grant. New termination date is 12/31/2012.
11.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Quintanilla:
A.
AI-28328
Discussion, consideration and action for approval on Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and City of La Villa.
Attachments:
12.
Precinct #2 - Comm. H. Palacios:
A.
AI-28304
Consideration and approval to rescind the following action taken by Commissioners' Court on May 23, 2011 #20/B/2/b AI-26759, for Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Project between Hidalgo County and the City of Pharr, Texas.
Attachments:
B.
AI-28344
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No.4 for Raba-Kistner consultants, Inc. (Contract #C-11-110-04-12) with estimated cost of $8,567.19 for construction material testing on El Dora Road Improvement Project.
Attachments:
13.
Precinct #4 - Comm. J. Palacios:
A.
AI-28348
Resolution honoring Sheriff Guadalupe "Lupe" Trevino
Attachments:
14.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
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.
AI-28354
a. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software;
b. Requesting approval of agreement for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis for Hidalgo County Constables.
b. Requesting approval of agreement for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis for Hidalgo County Constables.
Attachments:
5.
AI-28396
Status of current negotiations with the architectural firm of ERO International, Inc. in connection with finalizing an AIA form of agreement between Owner and Architect with action if applicable for the following projects:
A. Hidalgo County Courthouse & Related Issues-Master Plan Services Project;
B. Pct. #3-Architectural Services for Renovations, Remodeling, Additions, or Repairs of County-owned buildings/structures located in the Precinct;
C. Pct. #4-Design & Construction of a Facility to compliment the existing Adimistration Building;
A. Hidalgo County Courthouse & Related Issues-Master Plan Services Project;
B. Pct. #3-Architectural Services for Renovations, Remodeling, Additions, or Repairs of County-owned buildings/structures located in the Precinct;
C. Pct. #4-Design & Construction of a Facility to compliment the existing Adimistration Building;
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-28330
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;
b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of CC qualifying the nominated and scored firm) so as to continue the selection protocol and as nominated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal and/or Review Appraisal Services Providers commencing with South McColl Road Phase II and other projects (on an as needed basis) for Precinct No. 2;
Appraisal Services
b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of CC qualifying the nominated and scored firm) so as to continue the selection protocol and as nominated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal and/or Review Appraisal Services Providers commencing with South McColl Road Phase II and other projects (on an as needed basis) for Precinct No. 2;
Appraisal Services
| Total Scores | HLH Appraisal |
| Evaluator 1 | 94 |
| Evaluator 2 | 82 |
| Scores | 176 |
| Rank |
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services contract with the qualified/ranked firm of __________________________ for the provision of Review Appraisal Services commencing with South McColl Road Phase II and other projects (on an as needed basis) for Precinct No. 2
C.
IT Department:
1.
AI-28335
a. Approval to utilize and purchase through Department Of Information Resources (DIR) Contract #DIR-SDD-1603 awarded vendor, Shoretel, Inc.'s authorized reseller, Richline Technical Services, LLC, as listed/permitted and referenced in DIR-SDD-1603-page 4 of 7-Section B-8, as one of Shoretel's authorized reseller for product/support and related services under this contract including the catalog support pricing; and
b. Approval in the amount of $59,178.00 as proposed and submitted by Richline Technical Sevices, LLC for the product and support of Hidalgo County's existing Shoretel's telephone equipment/related services and items as described in supporting itemized proposed documentation with authority for County Judge or Court Member to execute pertinent forms.
b. Approval in the amount of $59,178.00 as proposed and submitted by Richline Technical Sevices, LLC for the product and support of Hidalgo County's existing Shoretel's telephone equipment/related services and items as described in supporting itemized proposed documentation with authority for County Judge or Court Member to execute pertinent forms.
Attachments:
D.
WIC
1.
AI-28347
Recommending award of bid and approval of contract document to bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements as detailed and reflected in documentation attached hereto for: "Lease of Office Space for Starr County WIC Program in Rio Grande City" RFB No. 2011-114a-07-27-MEG.
E.
Elections Department
1.
AI-28342
Requesting approval of plans and specifications as completed by and presented through project architect, Dannenbaum Engineering Company and reviewed by Richard Sunday, Hidalgo County Facilities Management for Hidalgo County -"Renovations and Additions to Elections Department Warehouse located at 317 N. Closner-Edinburg, Texas"-Project No. 2011-147-09-20-MSS.
F.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-28299
Requesting authority to purchase 25 toughbooks from Paradigm Systems Solutions, Inc. thru our membership participation with DIR-SDD-1365 in the amount of $80,250.00 thru requisiton #201391.(1-1100-421-00-280-001-0-601,619,745)
Attachments:
2.
AI-28298
Requesting authority to purchase 25 M250 DL scanners, 45 software and support licenses including 12 hours of installation and configuration through Spillman Technologies-(awarded vendor) through HC's membership and participation with State of Texas:Department of Information contract -DIR-SDD-1623 for the amount of $111,037.17 through requisiton #201112-(1-1100-421-00-280-001-0-336&665).
Attachments:
3.
AI-28378
Acceptance and approval of Proposal and Final negotiated contract with VALUE-ADDED COMMUNICATIONS, INC. for: Inmate Pay Telephone Services" for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office project in connection to (RFP No.: 2011-019-02-09-YZV)
Attachments:
15.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
B.
Cause No. C-3123-03-I; Hidalgo County, Texas v. Landmark Organization, L.P. et al
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
AI-28309
Claim of Travelers Insurance - EJN3250-001
E.
AI-28312
Claim of Irasema Gonzalez
F.
AI-28314
Claim of Juventino Ramirez
G.
AI-28316
Claim of Jose Villela
16.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
B.
Cause No. C-3123-03-I; Hidalgo County, Texas v. Landmark Organization, L.P. et al
C.
Pending and/or potential litigation
D.
AI-28310
Claim of Travelers Insurance - EJN3250-001
E.
AI-28313
Claim of Irasema Gonzalez
F.
AI-28315
Claim of Juventino Ramirez
G.
AI-28317
Claim of Jose Villela
17.
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
18.
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
19.
Adjourn