BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 8th day of January A.D., 2013, 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 RAMON GARCIA HONORABLE A.C. CUELLAR, JR. HONORABLE HECTOR "TITO" PALACIOS HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 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:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING January 8, 2013 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:
All members of the Court were counted present, with the exception of Commissioner Flores.
Judge Garcia led the Court and Audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Virginia Townsend led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
The Court moved to approve the Consent Agenda.
-Opal Billman expressed concerns as a result from a divorce court case in the 275th District Court pertaining to her property.
-Virginia Townsend asked the Court to bring back the Step & Grade and disagreed with departments coming back in the new year for increases.
-Lydia Jefferies asked for assistance in repairing her home.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Karina Cardoza read the Resolution into the Record.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Karina Kardoza thanked everyone who participated in the Toy Drive and provided a short video of the recepients of the gifts.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption as it pertains to item 26.H.-C-4070-12-F; Maricela Gutierrez v. County of Hidalgo and Joel Quintanilla.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Requesting engagement with the firm of Atlas & Hall & Rodriguez for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval as it pertains to item 26.H.-C-4070-12-F; Maricela Gutierrez v. County of Hidalgo and Joel Quintanilla.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1) Renovations to Former Administration Building 1st and 2nd Floors
2) Update on Courthouse Portable Building Project, other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
NO ACTION taken on items 7.B.1, 2 & 3.
1. Approval to create one (1) regular full-time Administrative Assistant III position, Slot No. 0002, budgeted salary $32,769.00.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 7.C.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Approval to authorize Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge, to sign Power of Attorney forms for title purposes to settle auto claim with Travelers Insurance Company.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to authorize Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge, to sign Property Damage Agreement form to settle auto claim with Lindsay General Insurance Agency.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 7.E.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval to authorize Ms. Erin Guerra to be appointed to a volunteer intern position to assist with environmental compliance activities
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval of revised Application For Official Travel, previously approved by court on 12/28/12 requesting an additional night hotel stay for Barbara Storz
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Deputy Constables by Constable Martin Cantu, Constable Precinct 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011 as follows:
| Armando Campos | Senaida Alonzo |
| Carlos Elizondo | Fernando Gaitan |
| Roberto Perez | Juan Arenas |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint the below listed persons as Deputy Constables by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Precinct 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011:
| Horaldo Sanchez | Georgina Bermudez |
| Eldon Dunn | Rodolfo Trevino |
| Dan Broyles | Rafael Ochoa |
| Joel Contrereas | Ruben Salinas |
| Selena Garza | Reynaldo Trevino |
| Reynaldo Reyna | Richard Flores |
| Victor Javier Rodriguez | Santos Alanis |
| Miguel Zamora | Leroy Ortiz |
| Hugo Rangel |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint the below listed persons as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Precinct 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012:
| Howard Hawbaker | Alfredo Saldana |
| Miguel Rodriguez | Antonio Pena |
| James Olivarez | Leonardo Longoria |
| Juan Alvarez |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint the below listed persons as Deputy Constable by Constable J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
| Joel Rivera | David Garza Jr. |
| Aaron Moreno | Teodoro Lemus |
| Michael Anzaldua | Albert A. Collins |
| David T. Sanchez | Romeo Pena Jr. |
| Martin B. Brown | Roy Quintanilha (non-paid /full time) |
| Carlos Gonzales | Oscar Montoya (non-paid/full time) |
| Raul Salinas Jr. | Charles Yoder (non-paid/full time) |
| Joaquin Vasquez | Colin B. Ashburn (non-paid/full time) |
| Robert Lugo Jr. | Francisco J. Guerrero (non-paid/full time) |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the listed persons as Deputy Constables, with the exception of Charles Yoder, Colin B. Ashburn and Francisco J. Guerrero.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint the below listed persons as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
| William Blake Sutton | Marcos Perez |
| Lee P. Foster | Homer Garza |
| Peter L. Palmer | Rene Parrao |
| James Moon | Mario Martinez |
| Robert Vela Jr. | Sergio Reyes |
| Dwight F. Yoder | Lorenzo Ortiz Jr. |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to appoint Charles Yoder, Colin B. Ashburn, Francisco J. Guerero and the listed individuals as Reserve Deputy.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to pay Shana Lively, 398th District Court Reporter, the amount of $200.00 in relation to reimbursement of registration fees for continuing education online courses paid with personal funds with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Create | 0105 | Assistant District Attorney II | $56,500.00 |
| Authorize Allowance | $900.00 | ||
| Create | 0106 | Administrative Assistant II | $29,200.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 10.B.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to rescind the collection of the $2.00 fee, based on recommendation of Rene Guerra, District Attorney.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to create the following full-time positions, effective 01/08/2013:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0074 | Deputy County Clerk I | $26,014.00 |
| 0075 | Deputy County Clerk I | $26,014.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.A.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. SERGIO VALDEZ - Judge, County Court at Law No. 7
2. JOSE M. FLORES - County Commissioner, Precinct No. 3
3. ROBERT M. CONTRERAS - Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 2 Place 1
4. CHARLIE ESPINOZA - Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 4 Place 1
5. CELESTINO AVILA JR.-Constable, Precinct No. 1
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.B.1-5, with the correction on B.2. to read payable to the Hidalgo County Treasurer.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer
3. Approval of revised salary schedule
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 12.A.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Karina Cardoza read the Resolution into the Record.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, effective January 15, 2013.
Vote: 4 - 0
| Vendor | Invoice # | Amount |
| Copy Graphics, Inc. (Vendor #78174) | 132098 | $180.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective January 8, 2013.
| Action | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0007 | Compliance Monitor | 49,834.00 |
| Create | 0031 | Monitor III | 52,002.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
NO ACTION taken on items 17.A.1 & 2.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) architectural firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Peñitas, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Peñitas Public Facility Improvements.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Alcocer Garcia Associates, Inc | 97.00 | 1 |
| IDE*A Group, LLC. | 91.67 | 2 |
| Mata-Garcia Architects, LLC | 91.34 | 3 |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the order of their scores.
Vote: 4 - 0
3. Authority to negotiate a professional architectural service contract with the highest ranked firm of for the provision of architectural services for Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Peñitas Public Facility Improvements.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve with Alcocer Garcia Associates, Inc.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Requested Home Allocation | Actual Home Allocation | |||
| Administration | $180,215 | Administration | $143,429 | |
| Rehab Program | 971,936 | Rehab Program | 640,864 | |
| Homebuyer Program | 50,000 | Homebuyer Program | 50,000 | |
| CHDO Program | 600,000 | CHDO Program | 600,000 | |
| TOTAL | $1,802,151 | TOTAL | $1,434,293 |
Judge Garcia Opened the Public Hearing.
-Diana Serna requested a reduction in funding and provided the Court further clarification.
-Virginia Townsend requested clarification on this item.
Judge Garcia Closed the Public Hearing.
2. Requesting approval of a budget and program substantial amendment for Urban County Program’s HOME Program Fiscal Year 25 (2012) Annual Allocation. The proposed amendment will decrease the proposed annual allocation by $367,858.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) architectural firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Peñitas, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Peñitas Parks, Recreational Facilities.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Alcocer Garcia Associates, Inc. | 97.00 | 1 |
| IDE*A Group, LLC. | 91.67 | 2 |
| Mata-Garcia Architects, LLC. | 91.34 | 3 |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the order of their scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Authority to negotiate a professional architectural service contract with the highest ranked firm of for the provision of architectural services for Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Peñitas Parks, Recreational Facilities.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to accept the No-Cost extension for 2012 Community Award letter through December 31, 2013 from the March of Dimes.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Executive Assistant for Community and Intergovt. Relations (R&B Slot No. 0001 - Functional Title - Chief Administrator)Raul Homero Lozano
2. Director of Management Support (R&B Slot No. 002 - Functional Title - Same) - David Rodriguez
3. Director of Road & Bridge (R&B Slot No. 0091 - Functional Title - Director, Field Operations) - Oscar Garcia
4. Approval of Title Change only as follows:
| Department | Slot No. | From | To |
| Rd. Maint. | 0001 | Executive Asst. for Community & Intergovt. Relations | Chief Administrator |
| Rd. Maint. | 0091 | Director of Road & Bridge | Director, Field Operations |
5. Approval of Revised Salary Schedule.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 20.A.1-5, with correction on Department Title from Road Maintenance to Administration.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions for 2013 Budget Year:
1. Delete the following positions:
| Department | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Road Maintenance | 0009 | Assistant Field Operations Director | $ 40,765.00 |
| Administration | 0005 | Executive Assistant | $ 70,298.00 |
| Total | $111,063.00 |
2. Create the following position:
| Department | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Road Maintenance | 0090 | Director, Field Operations | $79,750.00 |
| Total | $79,750.00 |
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
4. Approval of the revised salary schedule.
NO ACTION taken on items 21.A.1-4.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Approval of revised salary schedule for AI 36006 as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
b. Approval of interdepartmental transfer (AI 36006).
Approval of revised salary schedules for AI 36040 as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
Approval of revised salary schedule for AI 36036 as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
a. Approval of revised salary schedule for AI 36035 as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
b. Approval of interdepartmental transfer (AI 36035).
a. Approval of revised salary schedule for AI 36032 as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
b. Approval of interdepartmental transfer (AI 36032).
Approval of revised salary schedule for AI 36028/ 9. A as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
Approval of revised salary schedule for AI 36038 as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
Approval of revised salary schedule for AI 36039 as approved by Commissioners Court on 1/1/2013.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 23.A.1-8.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Department |
Slot# |
2013 Position Title |
Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Salary |
Variance |
| 080-002 | 0099 | Criminal Investigator II | $52,002 | $53,822 | $1,820 |
b. Approval of interdepartmental transfers.
c. Approval of revised salary schedules.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 23.A.9.a, b & c.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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).
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 24.A.1 & 2.a, b & c.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, subject to providing a list of the purchase items.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
b. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor".
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. CAP-12-283-11-28-YSI Road & Drainage Construction for Ramirez, Ramirez II, & Ramirez III Subdivisions;
b. C-12-284-11-28-YSI Road & Drainage Construction for Randolph Barnett I Subdivisions;
c. CAP-12-285-11-28-YSI Road & Drainage Construction for Regal Estates Subdivision.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to reject the Bids for items 24.D.1.a-c.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to go into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
NO ACTION taken on items 25.A-J.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the settlement offer in the amount of $250.00.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the settlement offer in the amount of $7,371.49 for the property claim.
Vote: 4 - 0
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the settlememt offer in the amount of $11,755.59 for the property claim.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra informed the Court that Ms. Josie Ramirez will be facilitating this claim.
Valde Guerra informed the Court that he will continue to work with Ms. Josie Ramirez o this item.
Refer to item 7.A.1 & 2.
Valde Guerra informed the Court that they will be participating in the mediation process.
Proceed as directed.
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to Adjourn.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 8th day of January, 2013
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 January 8, 2013.
Signed this 11th day of January 2013
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy