BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 29th 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 JOE M. FLORES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 |
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 29, 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 Joseph Palacios.
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.
-Bobby Villareal informed the Court of an Alliance I-69 Briefing, Texas Transportation Forum and RGV Day meetings/receptions to be held in Austin.
-Virginia Townsend expressed concerns on Salary Increases and the start time of the Commissioners' Court and Drainage District Meetings.
-Opal Billman discussed her community property and possible of use of her Irrigation Lake.
-Lydia Jefferies expressed concerns on damages done to her home while under repairs.
Presentation by Alma Colleli, from the Rio South Texas Economic Council; Steve Ahlenius, from the McAllen Chamber of Commerce; and Keith Patridge from the McAllen Economic Development Corporation, in which they discussed various activities used to invest in job creation in South Texas in order to attract and keep more business in the valley.
2. Discussion and approval of the service agreement for Rio South Texas Economic Council pursuant to LGC Sec. 381.004
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
3. Approval of 2013 Membership Dues for the Rio South Texas Economic Council in the amount of $30,000.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the appointment of Linley Almaguer to the Board of Building Adjustments.
Vote: 4 - 0
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.
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.
Requesting permission to allow Jose N. Pena to travel to Fort Worth, Texas to attend the IRWA Region 2 Winter Forum on Feb. 06-08, 2013 (employee to pay travel expenses)
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Requesting permission to allow Christina L. Perez travel to San Antonio, Texas on February 20-22, 2013 to attend the 2013 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Requesting permission for Barbara Storz travel to Austin, Texas on February 13-14, 2013 to attend the Legislative Briefing on Urban Program Impacts.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting permission to allow Emilio De Los Santos to travel to Austin, Texas to attend the 15th Annual Veterans Summit on Feb. 11-13, 2013
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, 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. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Presentation by John David Franz, during which time he recommended a Sheriff's Tax Sale. Mr. Franz explained that Exhibit A consisted of nine properties that did not sell @ 20% on the last Tax Sale and is now requesting authority to sell them @ 10%. Exhibit B consists of twenty-one properties to be sold @ 35%.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve Exhibit A @ 10% of the appraised value for nine properties and Exhibit B @ 35% of the appraised value for twenty-one properties.
Mr. Eufracio, County Auditor, asked Judge Garcia if Perdue Brandon Law Firm could also post on their website all of the other properties that are going for sale the first time around, those that normally sell on the Courthouse steps. Mr. Franz commented that they could work with the County on the cases that they are lead attorney's on for Hidalgo County. Judge Garcia requested that even if the Perdue Brandon Law Firm are not the lead attorney's and the County has an interest in this, that it be placed ont he County's website if it is not possible to place these properties on the Perdue Brandon website.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Approval to authorize Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge, to sign Property Damage Release form to settle property damage claim with TML Intergovernmental Risk Pool.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 7.H.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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
Valde Guerra for the Record:The previous project did not work out. I am asking the Court to accept or put on the record that we are going to use the vacant "M" Rd. Building (Old Restitution Building) for Pct. 4 shop operations and related personnel for the shop.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the use of the the vacant "M" Rd. Building (Old Restitution Building) for Pct. 4 shop operations and related personnel for the shop.
Vote: 4 - 0
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., Constable Precinct 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012 as stated below:
Arnold Salazar
Troy Alan Williams
Abelino Cano
Roberto Alvarez
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to appoint the Reserve Deputy Constables as listed.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval and authorization to submit the FY 2012 Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report, as required by the Attorney General of Texas
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the Asset Forfeiture Report.
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.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the county Auditor for the OCDETF Grant Contract (SW-TXS-0861).
3. Approval to appropriate OCDETF Grant award in the amount of $6,865.20 for equipment/supplies.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 9.A.2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0
1. Approval to redistribute the cost allocations for various positions under the COPS Univeral Hiring 13 Grant, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 01/01/2013.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 9.B.2 & 3.
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 to approve the execution of the various Operation Stonegarden Grants with the City Police Departments as listed.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Sheriff Office 2011 Operation Stonegarden Grant (1284):
Approval to appropriate the following city budgets for awarded amounts pursuant to sub-recipient interlocal agreements with the County of Hidalgo for the Operation Stonegarden Grant from the Governor's Division of Emergency Management (Texas Department of Public Safety):
| |
City of |
Amount |
| 1 |
Alamo |
24,513.50 |
| 2 |
Alton |
10,623.09 |
| 3 |
Donna |
22,063.25 |
| 4 | Edinburg | 95,607.10 |
| Hidalgo |
26,966.29 | |
| La Joya |
10,623.08 | |
| Mercedes |
26,130.13 | |
| Mission |
102,962.19 | |
| Palmhurst |
6,537.27 | |
| 10 | Palmview |
20,429.01 |
| 11 | Penitas |
4,085.80 |
| 12 | Pharr |
96,417.40 |
| 13 | San Juan |
36,772.21 |
| 14 | Sullivan |
5,720.11 |
| 15 | Weslaco |
53,830.29 |
| |
Total |
543,280.72 |
- 1-Alamo appropriation
- 10-Palmview appropriation
- 10-Palmview Interlocal
- 11-Penitas appropriation
- 11-Penitas Interlocal
- 12-Pharr appropriation
- 12-Pharr Interlocal
- 13-San Juan appropriation
- 13-San Juan Interlocal
- 14-Sullivan appropriation
- 14-Sullivan Interlocal
- 15-Weslaco appropriation
- 15-Weslaco Interlocal
- 2-Alton Interlocal
- 3-Donna Interlocal
- donna appropriation
- Alamo interlocal
- alton appropriation
- 4-Edinburg appropriation
- 4-Edinburg Interlocal
- 5-Hidalgo appropriation
- 5-Hidalgo Interlocal
- 6-La Joya appropriation
- 6-La Joya Interlocal
- 7-Mercedes appropriation
- 7-Mercedes Interlocal
- 8-Mission appropriation
- 8-Mission Interlocal
- 9-Palmhurst appropriation
- 9-Palmhurst Interlocal
Eddie Olivarez acknowledged Martin Carrazco for his assistance in reviewing applications and discussed rule changes.
Eddie Olivarez discussied the possibility of expanding services. Mr. Olivarez came before the Court requesting permission to discuss with Tropical the development of the proposal in the event the State allows them to use that IGT.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to give Mr. Olivarez permission to follow through on getting into discussion with Tropical Texas on Amending the Plan that was submitted already, if the State approves that Amendment point.
This item will be brought back next week for further clarification.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Vendor | Invoice # | Date | Amount | Purpose |
| Comdata | XY869010412 | 01/04/13 | $29.87 | Fuel |
| Total | $29.87 |
NO ACTION taken on this item.
| Vendor | Invoice # | Date | Amount | Purpose |
| City of Pharr | 13-1000 | 01/09/13 | $2,880.00 | Subscriber Fees |
| Total | $2,880.00 |
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
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 with a 10% match.
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.
Vote: 4 - 0
2. Requesting approval to accept Immunization Branch - Locals grant contract #2013-041204 Amendment 005B. The purpose of this amendment is to include a Special Provision covering response efforts by Local Health Departments. The effective date of this Amendment is 01/29/13.
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
Rolando Benavdies-Hidalgo County Emergency Management
Juan Martinez-Fire Marshal's Office
Carlos Moreno-Right of Way
Karina Cardoza-Public Affairs Division
Horaldo Sanchez-PCT 3 Constable's Office
Eddie Olivarez-Health and Human Services
Lorenzo Ortiz-Safety Division
Armando Guzman-Safety Division
Rolando Casas-Fire Marshal's Office
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Authorization to purchase wireless devices and change name through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to change name for MDN 956-483-9710 from Michael Anzaldua to Const.Pct.4 - Office Use.
b. Approval to change name for MDN 956-587-2865 from Raul A. Salinas to Const.Pct.4 - Office Use.
c. Approval to change name for MDN 956-358-3310 from Joel Rivera to Const.Pct.4 - Office use.
d. Approval to purchase two (2) cell phones iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. Plan for Const.Pct.1
NO ACTION taken on this item.
e. Approval to purchase one (1) data card with Unlimited Data Plan for JP1 PL2 - Office Use
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 12.A.1.a, b, c, & e.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Auditor's Office:
Authorization to purchase wirelss device through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) data card with Unlimited Data Plan for Office Use.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Comm. Pct. #2:
Authorization to purchase wireless device through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) cell phone with America's Choice II 600 Share Unl. Plan for Abel Sanchez ID:194395
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
4. Planning Dept.:3Authorization to purchase wireless device and upgrade wireless device and service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for the following:
a. Approval to purchase one (1) cell phone iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. Plan for Tomas Arredondo ID: 105899
b. Approval to upgrade wireless device and service plan to iPhone 4 with Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins. plan for Jose R. Tovar ID: 140619
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 12.A.4.a & b.
Vote: 3 - 0
5. Purchasing Dept.:
Authorization to purchase wireless devices through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 for the following:
a. Approval to purchase two (2) data cards with Unlimited Data Plan for Office Use
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
6. Various Depts.:
Authorization and approval to continue wireless device services throught the County's membership/pariticipation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS and DIR-SDD-611 with SPRINT for the attached table.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve item 12.A.6.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Vendor Name & No. | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Amount | Purpose |
| Superior Alarms (vendor #133655) | 422348 | 12-11-12 | $85.00 | After hours service call |
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, 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. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Garcia Opened the Public Hearing.
There being no one come forward, Judge Garcia Closed the Public Hearing.
2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1. The proposed budget and program amendment for Fiscal Years 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25 (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012) original work plans and will utilize recaptured and forfeited funds for a Street Improvements activity. The amendment will also include an additional location (Heidleburg) and project description for the Parks, Recreational Facilities activities for FY 21 & 22 (2008 & 2010).
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, 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. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court madea a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, subject to legal review.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Salida del Sol Estates Phase VI – Pct. 3 (Mario Flores)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
Raul Sesin Clarified that Mr. Mario Flores is of no relation to anyone on the Board.
2. Preliminary Approval
a. Sharyland I.S.D. Pioneer High School – Pct. 3 (Dr. Noe Olivera)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
3. Final Approval
a. Acres of Santa Cruz Phase 1 Subdivision – Pct.3(Richard W. Ruppert)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0
b. Iowa Subdivision – Pct.3 (Norberto Salinas)
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Commissioner Flores Abstained.
Vote: 3 - 0
4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Las Estrellas No. 4 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Forrest Runnels Jr.)
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Co Clerk:
Approval of 2013 intra-departmental transfer from Object Code 535-Postage to related salary & fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $17,708.03.
2. Co Clerk Record Archive:
Approval of 2013 intra-departmental transfer from Object Code 339-Other Professional Services to related salary & fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $5,507.23.
3. 398th DC - Indigent Defense:
Approval of 2013 inter-departmental transfer from Public Defense to Indigent Defense salary & fringe related object codes in the amount of $8,049.43.
4. DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions:
Approval of 2013 inter-departmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions salary & related fringe benefit object codes in the amount of $216,415.09.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the interim funding for items 17.A.1-4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Approval of auto allowance in the amount of $4,000.00 for one (1) Coordinator I, slot no. T002, and pay allowance to employee no. 193992.
b. Approval of revised salary schedule.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 17.B.1.a & b.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Approval to transfer supplemental pay in the amount of $3,000.00 from the 93rd DC to 139th DC for the transfer of administrative duties, as listed below, effective 01/01/2013:
| Dept. | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Supplemental amount |
Proposed Supplemental amount |
Difference |
| 93rd DC | 0002 | Court Coordinator | $3,000.00 | $0.00 | ($3,000.00) |
| 139th DC | 0002 | Court Coordinator | $4,895.00 | $6,395.00 | $1,500.00 |
| 139th DC | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator | $4,895.00 | $6,395.00 | $1,500.00 |
b. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
c. Approval of revised salary schedules.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 17.B.2.a-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 18.A.1 & 2.a, b & c.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, subject to funding.
Vote: 4 - 0
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, 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.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
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.
Vote: 4 - 0
b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional engineering services, (Curry Estates Projects) for Precinct No. 4
| Evaluator | Hinojosa Engineering, Inc | Perez Consulting Engineering | SAMES Engineering & Surveying, Inc. |
| Evaluator | 91 | 97 | 94 |
| Ranking | 3 | 2 | 1 |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the order of the scores.
Vote: 4 - 0
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Perez Consulting Engineering for: the provision of professional engineering services, for (Curry Estates Project) for Precinct No. 4.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, 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. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
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 19.A through F.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the settlement demand for Parcel # 14, on Minnesotta Drain in the amount of $27,030.00.
Vote: 4 - 0
NO ACTION taken on this item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the amount of $2,500.00.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the amount of $111.60.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra for the Record: This was brought up within the last couple of weeks. Court did take action on property damage, but there was a supplemental property damage report that was done and I'm asking the Court for authority to resolve the supplemental property damage report in the amount of $638.79.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the supplemental property damage report.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the settlement of the same $3,000.00, but with $1,500 for Roberty Zavala and $1,500 for Jacklyn Zavala.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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. 2 HECTOR 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 29th 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 29, 2013.
Signed this 29th 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