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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING January 17, 2012 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 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.
Update and Revision of "Rules of Procedures, Conduct and Decorum at Meetings of the County Commissioners' Court"
Attachments:
C.
Approval of Library Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following cities: Alamo, Donna, Edinburg, Elsa, Hidalgo, La Joya, McAllen, Mercedes, Mission, Penitas, Pharr, San Juan and Weslaco
Attachments:
D.
Approval to accept settlement check from State Farm Insurance Company in the amount of $1,047.44 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Constable Pct 3)
Attachments:
E.
Requesting approval to accept check from Travelers Insurance Company in the amount of $34,946.07 for payment in connection with claim of Jose L. Salas, C-1135-10-G.
Attachments:
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
Resolution in honor of U.S. Army Spc. Kurt William Kern
Attachments:
B.
Resolution in honor of Senovio Castillo.
Attachments:
8.
Sheriff's Office - Chief Martinez:
A.
Jail (1100):
1. Approval to create the following exempt full-time positions:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule
1. Approval to create the following exempt full-time positions:
| Slot # | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0399 | Captain | $55,000.00 |
| 0400 | Captain | $55,000.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule
Attachments:
9.
County Clerks - Arturo Guajardo:
A.
Approval to reinstate employee #167193 to previous salary and position (previous slot #180-001-0040).
10.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures
11.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
The Urban County Program on behalf of the Pct. # 3 is requesting approval and award of best and final negotiated contract with Hinojosa Engineering in the amount of $27,000.00 utilizing 2011 Colonia Economically Distress Area Program (CEDAP) Contract #711195 – Rehabilitation Single-Unit Sewer Service under the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) Program.
B.
Urban County Program on behalf of the Precinct No. 1 is requesting authority to award and enter into contract with Del Sol Homes for a construction contract for the Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements (Donna Square) within City of Donna, in the amount of $89,777.00 to include the materials and installation for the rehabilitation of pavilion and related appurtenances at the Donna Square Park, in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1. UCP Year 22 & 23 (2009 & 2010) Precinct No. 1 (Donna) Parks, Recreational Facility Improvement funds.
Attachments:
12.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
A.
Presentation by Barbara Storz to introduce the Veterinary Science Program which will start in 2012.
Attachments:
13.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
Fifth Administrative Judicial Region (1100):
Approval to make payment to the Fifth Administrative Judicial Region for the fiscal year 2012 Hidalgo County Assessment Fee in the amount of $82,398.44 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Approval to make payment to the Fifth Administrative Judicial Region for the fiscal year 2012 Hidalgo County Assessment Fee in the amount of $82,398.44 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
B.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
Pct. #2 Rd Maint. (1200):
Requesting approval of 2012 appropriation of funds into Pct.2 El Dora Road (Retama - Cesar Chavez) Project account program 052 in the amount of $24,850.15.
Requesting approval of 2012 appropriation of funds into Pct.2 El Dora Road (Retama - Cesar Chavez) Project account program 052 in the amount of $24,850.15.
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.
Discussion, consideration, and action (if applicable) related to County's Options in connection with Mediplex Building pursuant to current lease agreement.
Attachments:
5.
Presentation of sole bid received from KMBH (meeting all specifications and requirements approved by County and set forth in procurement packet) for the purpose of discussion and action in connection with the: "Delay Broadcasting and/or Recording/Taping and Delay Broadcast of Hidalgo County Commissioners Court Meetings"-RFB- No. 2011-146-12-14-YZV including the approval of contract document and identification of the option(s) contained on bid page.
6.
The following is the cost summary proposal for procurement of an additional software and service to the existing "Library Solution" System with The Library Corporation (as procured in 2007 by the Brownsville Public Library for participating members including the Hidalgo County Library System) in connection to the Penitas Public Library so as to allow the library to join and be compatible with Hidalgo County's Library System in place;
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(7)-'an item that can be obtained from only one source';
b. approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" with The Library Corporation including the purchase of the Library•Solution Integrated Software Package in the amount of $5,900.00 for the initial year and second (2nd) year costs in the amount of $700.00.
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(7)-'an item that can be obtained from only one source';
b. approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" with The Library Corporation including the purchase of the Library•Solution Integrated Software Package in the amount of $5,900.00 for the initial year and second (2nd) year costs in the amount of $700.00.
Attachments:
7.
a. Acceptance of the scoring/evaluation grid (from the designated grading committee) for the purpose of Commissioners' Court to declare as "Qualified" the sole response received from Breath Test Services so as to proceed with the next phase of the procurement process-authority to negotiate; and
b. Authority for Purchasing Department to negotiate a contract with Breath Test Services for provision of services as requested in RFP No. 2011-231-11-23-YZV-"Certified Technical Supervisor For Hidalgo County's Alcohol Breath Test Program".
b. Authority for Purchasing Department to negotiate a contract with Breath Test Services for provision of services as requested in RFP No. 2011-231-11-23-YZV-"Certified Technical Supervisor For Hidalgo County's Alcohol Breath Test Program".
Attachments:
8.
A. Presentation of the scoring/evaluation grid (from the designated grading committee) for the purposes of ranking by Commissioner's Court the responses received in connection with the Request for Qualifications for: Hidalgo County- "Professional Auditing Services":
| Participant | Grade/ Score |
Rank |
| Long Chilton, L.L.P. | 91.29 | |
| Garcia & Pena | 89.29 | |
| Burton McCumber & Cortez, L.L.P. | 93.58 | |
| Patillo, Brown & Hill, L.L.P. | 90.00 |
B. Authority for Purchasing Department to proceed to negotiate a Contract with number one ranked participant for the provision of service for Hidalgo County-"Professional Auditing Services".
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 2
1.
Requesting approval of Construction Change Order No.2 increase in the amount of $16,146.50 with Saenz Utility Contractors, Ltd. (contracted vendor for "El Dora Street & Drainage Improvement Project") reflecting items added specified on change order description, with authority for County Judge to execute document.
Attachments:
2.
Requesting approval of Construction Change Order No.3 decrease in the amount of ($4,816.38) with Mission Paving Company (contracted vendor for "El Dora Street & Drainage Improvement Project") reflecting as described materials used was less than estimated project quantities, with authority for County Judge to execute document.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
Requesting approval of a professional services agreement with GEORGE M. "MITCH" HUDGINS d/b/a MODERN TECHNOLOGY-MODERN ENVIRONMENT for the purposes of "professional engineering services" in connection to the ": “Application and Implementation of TCEQ Incinerator Permit that meets State and Federal Mandates” located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, and in order to remain in compliance with TCEQ.
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.
Claim of Baldemar Luna
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.
Claim of Baldemar Luna
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