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Minutes for CC REGULAR

SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 4, 2012

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 4th day of December A.D., 2012, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:

HONORABLE JOEL QUINTANILLA

HONORABLE HECTOR "TITO" PALACIOS

HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES

HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS
COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4

and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS’ COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:

AGENDA
CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
December 4, 2012
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 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:

 
1.
 
Roll Call
All members of the Court were counted present, with the exception of Judge Garcia.
 
2.
 
Pledge of Allegiance
Commissioner Joseph Palacios led the Court and Audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
3.
 
Prayer
Commissioner Quintanilla led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
 
4.
 
Approval of Consent Agenda
The Court moved to approve the Consent Agenda.
 
5.
 
Open Forum
-Lydia Jefferies requested assistance for her home repairs.
-Frank Traver discussed the Passenger Rail Transit.
-Virginia Townsend discussed the research done by Mr. Traver on the Rail Study.
-Opal Billman discussed her court case with the 275th District Court.
-Juan Martinez informed the Court that the Linn San Manuel Fire Department had not approved the ByLaws. Mr. Martinez clarified that the area will be recieving services from the Edinburg Fire Department in the meantime.
 
6.
 
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
AI-35509
Discussion regarding the execution of contract for the "Turnkey Solutions for Middle and High School Digital Credit Recovery and Life Skills Program Services" Grant

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
B.
AI-35507
Requesting approval of claim/invoice for advertising services, invoice dated 6/15/12 for the following: Village Profile in the amount of $3,395.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
C.
AI-35538
1. Approval of Agreement for provision of services by and between Hidalgo County and the Alliance for Interstate 69 Texas
2. Approval of 2012 annual dues for the Rio Grande Valley Mobility Task Force (I-69 Alliance) in the amount of $7,500.00

NO ACTION taken on items 6.C.1 & 2.
 
7.
 
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" and authority to submit letter of engagement

NO ACTION taken on items 7.A.1 & 2.
 
B.
 
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
1) Renovations to Former Administration Building 1st and 2nd Floors
NO ACTION taken on this item.

2) Update on Courthouse Portable Building Project, other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects

Valde Guerra informed the Court that they are on target with this project and are expecting to move in late January.

3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
C.
AI-35481
1. Approval to accept settlement agreement from Travelers Insurance Company in the amount of $8,051.00 to settle total loss auto accident with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)

2. Approval to authorize Guadalupe Trevino, Hidalgo County Sheriff, to sign Power of Attorney forms for title purposes to settle auto claim with Travelers Insurance Company.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 7.C.1 & 2.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
D.
AI-35539
Texas Agrilife Extension:
Requesting permission to allow Adelita Munoz to travel to Laredo, Texas to attend the District 12 Continuing Education Conference for County Officials on Dec.11-12, 2012
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
8.
 
Constables:
 
A.
AI-35451
Constable Precinct No. 4:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Marcos Oscar Perez as a Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, Constable Precinct 4 in accodance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
9.
 
District Attorney's Office - Roy Cazares:
 
A.
AI-35331
Approval for County Judge to Sign Title IV-E Additional Authorized Signature Designation, Form PCS-301.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
10.
 
Tax Office - Armando Barrera:
 
A.
AI-35404
Approval of 2012 Tax Roll Totals, as per Sec. 26.09(e), of the Texas Property Tax Code
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
11.
 
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
 
A.
 
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and/or Expenditures

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
B.
 
Discussion and approval of 1115 Waiver Documents and/or 1115 Waiver Plan

Eddie Olivarez discussed the 1115 Waiver. Mr. Olivarez stated that there would be a Public Hearing on Dec. 18, 2012 in Hidalgo County and Dec. 19, 2012 in Starr County.
 
C.
AI-35323
Requesting approval of the Community Partnership Agreement between Hidalgo County Head Start and Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department.  The purpose of this Agreement is to establish a working and cooperative relationship between the parties in order to plan services appropriate for each Agency's or Program's clients. 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
D.
AI-35392
Requesting authorization to accept the Tuberculosis Prevention and Control - Federal grant contract amendment #2013-041204-006A.  The purpose of this Amendment is to add Article II Services, Section 2.02 Disaster Services to the Special Provisions. The effective date of this Amendment is 12/04/12. 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
E.
AI-35387
Requesting authorization to submit the Texas Department of State Health Services Contractor's Request for Revision to amend the Hidalgo County PPCPS / BDS grant contract #2013-041204-003.  The purpose of this change request is to request additional funding in the amount of $91,800.00.  This additional funding will require an additional local match of $10,200.00. 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
F.
AI-35386
Requesting authorization to submit the Texas Department of State Health Services Contractor's Request for Revision to amend Hidalgo County Immunization Branch Locals grant contract #2013-041204-005.  The purpose of this change request is to transfer funds between budget categories. 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
G.
AI-35353
Pursuant to Chapter 465 Local Drug And Alcohol Education Programs, Sec. 465.003, presentation on the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Drug and Alcohol Advisory Commission's activities. 

Mr. Olivarez informed the Court that these are Grant requirements  for the John Austin Pena facility. Presentation was also provided by Mr. Enrique Manriqueon the program and what services are provided.
 
12.
 
Facilities Management:
 
A.
AI-35475
Approval for Auditor to issue $110.00 manual check payable to City of Edinburg to change account name to Hidalgo County Facilities Mgmt. for the relocation of Hidalgo County Judge located at 302 W. University Dr., Edinburg, TX.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
B.
AI-35464
Approval for Auditor to issue $100.00 manual check payable to the City of Edinburg to change account name to Hidalgo County Facilities Mgmt. Dept. for the relocation of Hidalgo County Human Resources Dept. located at 208 W. Cano St., Edinburg, TX.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
13.
 
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
 
A.
AI-35382
Requesting approval of the following claims/invoices authorizing County Treasurer to issue payments after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
 
1. Superior Alarms (vendor#133655)   Equipment Service call-Invoice#399113-   $134.00  
2. Rod Robertson Enterprises(vendor#403679)   Towing Fees  on 08/28/12 -       $952.00  
3. McCreery Aviation (vendor#52485)  Tie down Monthly Fees (Sept & Oct 2012)-$100.00  
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 13.A.1, 2 & 3.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
14.
 
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
 
A.
AI-35350
1. Final Approval
a. San Clements Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Herb Scurlock)
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
B.
AI-35395
1. Final Plat Approval
a. Alberta Heights Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Kyndel Bennett)

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0

2. Reimbursement of a Cash Deposit
a. Cantu Heights Subdivision – Pct.3 (Alfredo Cantu)
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
15.
 
Precinct #4 - Comm. J. Palacios:
 
A.
AI-35512
1.   Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Edinburg

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0

2.  Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Project: sewer improvements - Hillcrest Terrace and Santa Cruz Ranchettes Subdivisions located in ETJ of Edinburg
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0

 
B.
AI-35476
1.  Approval of Amendment and Restatement of that certain Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and City of Edinburg, Texas concerning certain improvements to 10th Street Extension from SH 107 to FM 1925 (Monte Cristo)

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve, subject to receiving a letter from the City of Edinburg that they still owe  the debt on the original interlocal.
Vote: 4 - 0

2.  Approval of the Amendment and Restatement of that certain Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and City of Edinburg, Texas concerning certain improvements to 10th Street Extension from SH 107 to FM 1925 (Monte Cristo) Project

 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
C.
AI-35523
1.  Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, the Edinburg CISD, the City of McAllen and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 - for road and drainage improvements on Russel Road to Ware Road

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, subject to agreements and funding being in place. .
Vote: 4 - 0

Marco Lopez for the Record: The City of McAllen will be giving ...this $491,578.00 towards this project.

2.  Approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Project:  for road and drainage improvements on Russel Road to Ware Road
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
16.
 
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
 
A.
 
Budget Appropriations:
 
1.
AI-35498
Precinct 1 TXDOT (1315):
Approval of 2012 appropriation of funds for TXDOT- Mile 6 West (program 039) and TXDOT - Mile 2 West (program 040) in the amounts of $12,761.71 and $29,763.69 (respectively) to cover work authorizations and the additional associated costs.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
17.
 
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).
 
A.
 
Hidalgo County
 
1.
 
Presentation for acceptance and approval of 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

NO ACTION taken on items 17.A.1 & 2.a, b & c.
 
3.
AI-35309
a.  Presentation for discussion, consideration and applicable action by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court on options presented by Montalvo Insurance in connection to the 2013-2014 annual coverages for "Property & Casualty Insurance Policies"; and

Presentation made by Roy Quintanilha, during which Valde Guerra and he, both recommended Option #1.  
b.  Approval by CC of Option#    1    pursuant to action on item "A"-herein for said coverages with the offered renewal premium(s)  as detailed  in the attachments herein with said term from January 1, 2013 through January 1, 2014; and

c.  Acceptance and approval for County Treasurer to issue check(s) after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor upon Montalvo Insurance submitting invoice for said premium coverages as detailed, submitted and approved by CC in the amount of $  2,353,152.00   for renewal coverages of Hidalgo County's Property & Casualty Insurance Policies which includes the TPA Services for 2013-2014.

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 17.A.3.b & c, subject to funding.
Vote: 4 - 0

d.  Authority for Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County Commissioners Court Executive Officer to execute any/all applicable documents required.

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0

e.  Discussion regarding tail-end insurance coverage with Travelers for year 2013 and any additional topic relevant to this project.

NO ACTION taken on this item.


 
4.
AI-35406
a.  Status of attempts with applicable action, if necessary,  to advise all current awarded vendors for the listed Section 125 products that  Hidalgo County can exercise it's sole discretion to extend for an additional sixty (60) day grace period extension as no new awards have been approved by the effective date of 02-01-13:
     1. Dental - Metlife
     2. Vision - Safeguard thru Metlife
     3. Disability:
         Short Term - UNUM
         Long Term - UNUM
     4. Accident Plans - Allstate
     5. Critical Illness - Allstate
     6. Universal Life - Allstate
     7. Cancer - Allstate
     8. COBRA Administration

Commissioner Flores requested to go out for Bids for all of the products listed on items 17.A.4.a.1-8, with the condition that only two agents be accepted per carrier.


b.  Action by CC applicable to responses received by current providers in connection with employees that have policies:
     1.  "Grandfather" current providers for only those employees that currently have policies and continue payroll deductions; or,
     2.  Conversion of said policies for employees that currently have policies to a "post-tax" product with no payroll deduction but rather individual responsibility (by employees) to pay premiums;

NO ACTION taken on items 17.A.4.b.1 & 2.

c.  Accept or reject all proposals received (and thus not proceed to rank) for: "Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products" (i.e. Voluntary Short & Long Term Insurance, Dental, Vision, Cancer Plan, Accident, Critical Illness, Universal Life Insurance and COBRA Administration & Others) and, if accepted:

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to reject all proposals.
Vote: 4 - 0

d.  Proceed to rank the proposals for each product so as to proceed to the negotiation phase of the process; or, if rejected;

NO ACTION taken on this item.

e.  Authority to re-advertise an RFP for: "Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products" (Voluntary Short & Long Term Insurance, Dental, Vision, Cancer Plan, Accident, Critical Illness, Universal and Other Types of Life Insurance and COBRA Administration) with inclusion/imposition including, but not limited, of the following:
     1.  No Loss No Gain Provision;
     2.  New Grading Criteria, if necessary & recommended;
     3.  Selection and/or designation of Scoring/Grading Committee:
          a.  Proposed names as recommended by Pct. #3 - Raul Silguero, Mona Parras & Marty Salazar
          b.  Additions or Deletions, if applicable;
     4.  Presentations to CC by top __________ scored vendors with a ten point max value thus a total max score of 110;
     5.  Hidalgo County's sole option to award to one or multiple vendors;
    6. Minimum of  a 42 months term with possible multi-year rate guarantee with option to renew additional _____ extensions with Hidalgo County's sole discretion to permit rate negotiations (only, if necessary);
     7.  Ad dates: 12-15-12-22 & 12-29-12- RFP acceptance date: 01-09-13;
     8.  Projected presentation of Scoring Grid to Hidalgo County Commissioners Court:  01-23 or 01-30 dependent on how may proposals are received as the current project had 29 proposals for Evaluation Committee to score and grade;

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to readvertise for items 17.A.4.e.1-8, with only two proposals being accepted per agent.
Vote: 4 - 0

f.  Selection/Appointment/Designation of Evaluation Committee: Present recommendation by Commissioner Pct. #3, Joe Flores are:  Dr. Mona Parras, PhD; Raul Silguero and Marty Salazar or whatever CC decides;
 
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to designate Yolanda Chapa, Eddie Gonzalez, Raul Silguero, Mona Parras, Martha Salazar and Flora Vasquez to the Evaluation Committee. .
Vote: 4 - 0

g.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(4)-professional service;

NO ACTION taken on this item.

h.  Approval for Purchasing to negotiate a professional consulting agreement with William "Bill" Rusteberg  to provide assistance (i.e. Education, Clarifications, Interpretation and Verification of submitted proposals for the Evaluation Committee so as to Grade & Score each Vendors Product Proposals) and thus draft the grid for each product for presentation to Hidalgo County Commissioners Court for rank and/or award  

NO ACTION taken on this item.

i.  If necessary, Commissioner Court's declaration of a new plan year of with an effective date of April 1, 2013 as provided under existing RFP for current awarded vendors;

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, with the effective date commencing April 1, 2013.
Vote: 4 - 0

j.  Report and action (if applicable) on the possible engagement of an Agent of Record (AOR) as recommended and suggest by CC on 11-20-12.

Martha Salazar, Purchasing Agent, informed the Court that this was deemed not possible, for an agent of record to represent the County and submit a proposal.
 
 
5.
AI-35477
Pursuant to action approved by CC last Tuesday, November 27, 2012, nominating all 11 architectural firms on approved pool of architects, requesting action on designation/appointment of members of Grading Committee to score, grade, evaluate all Statements of Qualifications in connection with  the Design & Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse including Remodeling/Additions/Renovations of Existing Courthouse.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the appointment of Yolanda Chapa, Eddie Gonzalez, Raul Silguero, Mona Parras and Marco Lopez as members of the Grading Committee.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
6.
AI-35500
A. Presentation of reason  of necessity to cancel original Purchase Order #681804 for $465K issued by Hidalgo County to awarded contractor, HighMark Construction Company, LLC, for the "Additions and Renovations to the WIC Clinic located at 3105 E. Richardson, Edinburg, TX" for HC WIC Program's 2012 fiscal funding and since project was not commenced during that fiscal year the funding does not roll-over to 2013 fiscal year's budget; therefore,

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0

B. Discussion, consideration and action authorizing the Purchasing Department to approve and process a requisition into a Purchase Order to HighMark Construction Company, LLC, in the amount of $232.5K  which reflects one-half  of the awarded amount of the approved and fully executed construction contract between Hidalgo County and HighMark for the amount of $465K with additional specific wording on new PO noting that the other one-half or $232.5K will be issued through a second PO upon receipt in March of 2013 of WIC Program fiscal year's funding in connection to: "Additions and Renovations to the WIC Clinic/Offices located at 3105 E. Richardson, Edinburg, TX" (C-12-021A-09-25) with acceptance of this two (2) equal parts method of payment by HighMark.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
B.
 
District Clerk
 
1.
AI-33978
Requesting clarification and approval to amend  the Sole Source Declaration (previously approved by CC on 11/01/11-AI#29328) with ACS Government Systems, Inc.  to include the purchase of an "IVR System" including the hardware, software licenses and any other pertinent related services in the amount of $31,545.70 as well as any future purchases of equipment, licenses, software, maintenances support and related services for the District Clerk's current jury system in place through the life term of the equipment/software/hardware/maintenance/support services in place.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
C.
 
Facilities Management:
 
1.
AI-35506
Requesting  discussion & action  to repair the Courthouse-County Clerk Office Roof which has water leaks and sloping problems through the following options:
a.  Short Term: Repair roof through an approved dealer as recommended by Mulehide in order to not violate any warranties; however roof has low lying areas and needs more than just patch work.

b.   Long Term:  Appropriate funding for and  request proposal from an  approved Hydro Stop JOC to apply dens deck in order to gravitate water to the appropriate drains, in addition apply can strip to all parapet walls and  apply Barrier Guard to all drain locations to adhere to concrete underlayment, with a 10 to 15 year warranty.
 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items a & b, providing information on the short term fix/repairs @ no charge while looking into a long term plan.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
D.
 
Tax Office
 
1.
AI-35342
A. Requesting exemption form competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(A)..items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes'

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0

B. Approval of the Sole Source Declaration for Cummins Allison Corp., to include the purchase of all future purchases of equipment, licenses, software, maintenance-support and related services for the Tax Office current Currency Handling Scanners with the term through the life of the equipment - software - maintenance - support and related services. 
 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
E.
 
Planning Department
 
1.
AI-34998
a.  Requesting rescission of action taken by CC on 10-23-12/AI#34703 approving purchase tthe continuation of the maintenance service agreement (Requisition #216326-PO#682407-Cancelled) with North American Western Data Systems d/b/a Western Data Systems for the Trimble 6 Surveying Equipment as previously procured on October 7, 2008 for Hidalgo County Planning Department;  allowing to proceed with item B;

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0

b.  Approval to utilize through Department Of Information Resources (DIR) Contract #DIR-SDD-1796 awarded vendor, "North American Western Data Systems d/b/a Western Data Systems" for the maintenance service agreement for the Trimble 6 Surveying Equipment through an assigned purchase order (Requisition #225129) with a revised amount of $1,369.37.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
F.
 
Precinct #4:
 
1.
AI-35519
a.  Requesting approval of WA#2 in the amount of $600,560.00 from L & G Engineering in connection with Engineering Services Agreement#C-11-234-09-13 for the purposes of "engineering services" for the preperation of Surveys, PS&E, Utility Adjustments and Construction Management  for the FM 1925 project (PART II from PHASE I) from Kenyon Road East to FM 907 (Alamo Road) within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0

b)  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0

c. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Services for PROJECT:"FM 1017 located West of US 281 in Linn-San Manuel area"within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4;
Firm L&G Engineering TEDSI  Infrast Group Guzman & Munoz
Evaluator 1 97   93 94 
Ranking  1  3  2

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the order of the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0

d. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional (Engineering Services) contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of   L & G Engineering  for: the provision of professional engineering services for PROJECT:"FM 1017 located West of US 281 in Linn-San Manuel area"within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
18.
 
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:

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to go into Closed Session.
Vote: 3 - 0

 
A.
 
Real Estate Acquisition
 
B.
 
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
AI-35483
Claim of Leoncio Cruz 
 
D.
AI-35493
Claim of Jose Villela 

NO ACTION taken on items 18.A through D.
 
19.
 
Open Session:
 
A.
 
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
B.
 
Pending and/or potential litigation

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
C.
AI-35484
Claim of Leoncio Cruz 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the amount of $1,750.00.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
D.
AI-35494
Claim of Jose Villela 
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval in the amount of $2,500.00.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

 
20.
 
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
21.
 
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
22.
 
Adjourn

The Court mentioned that they would return to the Drainage District after Adjournment.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 JOEL QUINTANILLA, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to Adjourn.



Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

There being no further business to come before said

Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the

Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.


Dated this the 4th day of December, 2012

ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas


By: ______________________________
Priscilla Torres, Deputy


I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on December 4, 2012.

Signed this    13th    day of    December    2012




ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County


By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy