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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING November 29, 2011 9:30 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held at the Edinburg Council Chambers 415 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
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-29822 Constable Pct. #4 (1100):
1. Approval to reset the salary to the following regular full-time position:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to reset the salary to the following regular full-time position:
| Slot No. | Position Title/ Grade | Current Step | Reset Step |
| 0019 | Sergeant | S1 | S3 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
Attachments:
C.
AI-29845 Texas Agrilife Extension:
1. Requesting permission to allow employee to travel to College Station, Texas on 12/2-3/11 for Master Gardener 2013 State Conference
2. Requesting permission to allow employees to travel to Laredo, Texas on 12/9-10/11 to attend District 12 4-H Food Show & Food Challenge
1. Requesting permission to allow employee to travel to College Station, Texas on 12/2-3/11 for Master Gardener 2013 State Conference
2. Requesting permission to allow employees to travel to Laredo, Texas on 12/9-10/11 to attend District 12 4-H Food Show & Food Challenge
Attachments:
D.
AI-29846 Approval of rate adjustment to letter of engagement regarding legal fees with Thorton Law Firm (ex. attorney fees from $145.00 to $190.00 per hour, etc.) and authorize payment of any pending invoices at adjusted rate amount
7.
Constables:
A.
AI-29835 Constable Pct. #2 (1100):
Approval to appoint one (1) new Deputy Constable, Senaida Alonzo, by Constable Precinct No. 2, Jesus Gilberto Alaniz, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 86.011.
Approval to appoint one (1) new Deputy Constable, Senaida Alonzo, by Constable Precinct No. 2, Jesus Gilberto Alaniz, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 86.011.
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-29788 Requesting approval to process the following reimbursement to Environmental Division employee.
| Employee | Invoice # | Date | Amount | Purpose |
| Todd Buster | 00291888 | 09/27-28/11 | 150.00 | Euthinazation Course Registration Fee |
Attachments:
C.
AI-29802 1. Discussion, consideration and approval to transfer $2,125,000 to the County of Hidalgo Medicaid Supplemental Program Escrow Account for Indigent Health Care expenditures for the 4th Quarter of Fiscal Year 2011.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to transfer $2,062,500 to the County of Hidalgo Medicaid Supplemental Program Escrow Account for Indigent Health Care expenditures for the 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year 2012.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval to transfer $2,062,500 to the County of Hidalgo Medicaid Supplemental Program Escrow Account for Indigent Health Care expenditures for the 1st Quarter of Fiscal Year 2012.
Attachments:
D.
AI-29798 TB Division (1293):
1. Requesting authorization to accept the TB Prevention & Control - Federal grant contract #2012-040152-001 in the amount of $433,127.00 for the period of 01/01/2012 to 12/31/2012.
2. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor.
3. Requesting approval of the attached TB grant budget appropriation.
1. Requesting authorization to accept the TB Prevention & Control - Federal grant contract #2012-040152-001 in the amount of $433,127.00 for the period of 01/01/2012 to 12/31/2012.
2. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by the County Auditor.
3. Requesting approval of the attached TB grant budget appropriation.
Attachments:
E.
AI-29795 Health Division:
Requesting authorization to submit the revalidation request to continue billing Medicare for health care services.
Requesting authorization to submit the revalidation request to continue billing Medicare for health care services.
Attachments:
9.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
AI-29821
Urban County Program on behalf of Hidalgo County Precinct No.3 is requesting authority to accept a proposal received through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with Buy Board (Texas Association of School Boards) approved vendor Facility Solutions Group (contract # 368-10) in the total amount of $167,238.75 (quote attached hereto) to include purchase of poles, solar light systems, installation, warranties, customer assistance, and delivery. Precinct No.3 UCP Year 22 (2009) Street Improvement funds will be utilized along with Precinct No.3 funding.
Attachments:
10.
Elections Administration - Yvonne Ramon:
A.
AI-29823 Ratification of Lease Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and City of Alamo for their election held on November 8, 2011.
Attachments:
B.
AI-29824 Ratification of Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and Weslaco Independent School District for their election held on November 8, 2011.
Attachments:
11.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
AI-29832 Discussion and Possible Action on Proposed Hidalgo County Subdivision Review Fee Increase
Attachments:
12.
Precinct #4 - Comm. J. Palacios:
A.
AI-29831 Pct. #4- Drainage Imp. Project (1200):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
2. Approval to add the Safety Specialist classification to the Hidalgo County position inventory.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0008 | Pipe Layer/ Fitter | $27,000.00 |
| Delete | 0011 | Laborer - Drainage/Construction | $22,000.00 |
| Create | 0033 | Safety Specialist | $36,060.00 |
2. Approval to add the Safety Specialist classification to the Hidalgo County position inventory.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
Attachments:
13.
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-29810
Presentation and recommendation by Gary Looney, Brown & Brown Lone Star Insurance Services d/b/a Alamo Insurance Group, Hidalgo County's Health Insurance Consultant for Hidalgo County to exercise the option to renew and extend (as permitted under current award-C-10-228-11-09 and as approved by cc on 12/07/10) the Employee Group Health Insurance and Stop Loss with approval of including, but not limited to, the following:
a. Administrative Services for Hidalgo County Group Health Program with Blue Cross Blue Shield;
b. Stop Loss Insurance for Hidalgo County Group Health Program with Blue Cross Blue Shield.
c. Approval for County Judge, Elected Official and or Executive Officer to sign renewal documents for Policy Period commencing January 1, 2012 And ending December 31, 2012, as attached hereto.
a. Administrative Services for Hidalgo County Group Health Program with Blue Cross Blue Shield;
b. Stop Loss Insurance for Hidalgo County Group Health Program with Blue Cross Blue Shield.
c. Approval for County Judge, Elected Official and or Executive Officer to sign renewal documents for Policy Period commencing January 1, 2012 And ending December 31, 2012, as attached hereto.
Attachments:
5.
AI-29806 Approval of the final contract document with Brown & Brown Lone Star Insurance Services d/b/a Alamo Insurance Group for "RFP-2011-149-09-07- Consulting Services For Self-Funded Insured Group Health" project.
6.
AI-29721 Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated contract/agreement (viewed and approved as to form by legal counsel) which includes best and final offer with Easy Access, Inc. (ranked highest firm cc 11/185-11) for “Credit Card Payment System” (RFP NO.11-142-09-28-YSI).
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-29804
Approval of the final contract document with G.A.S. Enterprises (previously approved by CC on 10/04/11) for Construction Management Services for the "Design And Construction Of A New Constable Building-Precinct One".
Attachments:
14.
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-29778 Cause No.: C-223-10-H; Samuel Zuniga v. County of Hidalgo
15.
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-29779 Cause No.: C-223-10-H; Samuel Zuniga v. County of Hidalgo
16.
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
17.
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
18.
Adjourn