REGULAR MEETING - MARCH 1, 2013
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 1st day of March A.D., 2013, there was begun and held a REGULAR MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE A.C. CUELLAR, JR. HONORABLE HECTOR "TITO" PALACIOS HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS |
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 March 1, 2013 1:40 P.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held in the Commissioners' Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 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 and Commissioner Flores.
All members of the Court were counted present, with the exception of Judge Garcia and Commissioner Flores.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
Steve Crain, Legal Counsel, led the Court and Audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Steve Crain, Legal Counsel, led the Court and Audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer
Monica Badillo led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
Monica Badillo led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
4.
Open Forum
-Barbara Storz provided the Court a presentation on her Annual Report, including but not limited to the Education Programs, Horticultural Crops and Growing Growers Market.
-Raul Sesin discussed proposed House Bill 611 that will change the foundation requirements that the County currently has on Local Government Code & Model Rules. Some important changes will allow for down payment of funds, escrowing of monies and explained that 5-10 Acre Lots will not be regulated.
-Barbara Storz provided the Court a presentation on her Annual Report, including but not limited to the Education Programs, Horticultural Crops and Growing Growers Market.
-Raul Sesin discussed proposed House Bill 611 that will change the foundation requirements that the County currently has on Local Government Code & Model Rules. Some important changes will allow for down payment of funds, escrowing of monies and explained that 5-10 Acre Lots will not be regulated.
5.
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 5.A.1 & 2.
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 5.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 they will be setting up a meeting with the attorney General's Office with the issue on Dockets, and the potential overfow as a result of dockets.
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
NO ACTION taken on this item.
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 they will be setting up a meeting with the attorney General's Office with the issue on Dockets, and the potential overfow as a result of dockets.
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
NO ACTION taken on this item.
C.
AI-37112
Elections Department:
Requesting permission to advertise/hire for the following:
Requesting permission to advertise/hire for the following:
| Position | Slot # | Salary |
| GIS Operator Assistant | 0133 | $30,342.00 |
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-37043
Human Resources (1100):
Requesting permission to advertise and hire for the following vacant positions:
Requesting permission to advertise and hire for the following vacant positions:
| Position | Slot # | Salary |
| Human Resources Specialist I | 007 | $ 29,078.00 |
| Administrative Assistant III | 012 | $32,769.00 |
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-37180
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
Valde Guerra informed the Court that in approximately 1971/1972 the County of Hidalgo held an election at which time they opted to have a Library System which would be run by the cities.
Valde Guerra informed the Court that in approximately 1971/1972 the County of Hidalgo held an election at which time they opted to have a Library System which would be run by the cities.
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
Attachments:
F.
AI-37310
DBM - Budget Division & Executive Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Dept. | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | DBM - Budget Division | 0026 | Budget Clerk I | $30,062.00 |
| Create | Executive Office | 0016 | Administrative Assistant III | $36,212.00 |
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. 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 5.F. 1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
G.
AI-36837
Fire Marshal's Office:
Requesting permission to allow Rolando Casas, Deputy Fire Marshal to attend the 58th Texas IAAI Fire & Arson Investigators Seminar in Austin, TX, March 17-22, 2013.
Requesting permission to allow Rolando Casas, Deputy Fire Marshal to attend the 58th Texas IAAI Fire & Arson Investigators Seminar in Austin, TX, March 17-22, 2013.
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
Attachments:
H.
AI-37024
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service:
Requesting authorization to travel for Adelita F. Munoz to Falfurrias, Texas on March 21, 2013 for the 2013 TEEA Spring Conference.
Requesting authorization to travel for Adelita F. Munoz to Falfurrias, Texas on March 21, 2013 for the 2013 TEEA Spring Conference.
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
Attachments:
6.
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.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
B.
Discussion and approval of 1115 Waiver Documents and/or 1115 Waiver Plan
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
C.
AI-37040
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to process payment for Invoice No. 1 submitted by The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in the amount of $59,172.50 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County and The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to process payment for Invoice No. 2 submitted by The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in the amount of $40,827.50 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County and The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to process payment for Invoice No. 2 submitted by The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in the amount of $40,827.50 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County and The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
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
Attachments:
D.
AI-37033
Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding Between South Texas College And Hidalgo County. The purpose of the Agreement is to provide immunization and immunization clinics to students from South Texas College.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-37018
1. Requesting approval to accept the Preparedness and Prevention Community Preparedness Section / Bioterrorism Discretionary grant contract #2013-041204 Amendment 003A. The purpose of this amendment is to add additional discretionary projects. The PPCPS/ BDS grant amendment requires a 10% local match ($23,678.00). The effective date of this Amendment is 02/26/13.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, with the effective date being March 1, 2013.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $213,095.00.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Requesting approval to appropriate the grant budget in the amount of $236,773.00.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval, with the effective date being March 1, 2013.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $213,095.00.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Requesting approval to appropriate the grant budget in the amount of $236,773.00.
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
Attachments:
F.
AI-36950
Requesting approval to submit the Texas Department of State Health Services Contractor's Request for Revision to amend Hidalgo County RLSS / Local Public Health System grant contract #2013-041204-002. The purpose of this change request is to request additional grant funding in the amount of $24,021.00.
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
Attachments:
G.
AI-36839
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Hidalgo County's contribution to the 1115 Waiver Program Uncompensated Care for FY 2013 in the total amount of $8,000,000.00.
Eddie Olivarez for the Record: this is going to be allocated for this year's Uncompensated Care.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of State Fiscal Year first quarterly draw down in the amount of $2,062,500.00 for the 1115 Waiver Program Uncompensated Care.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
3. Discussion, consideration, and approval of State Fiscal Year second quarterly draw down in the amount of $2,020,833.33 for the 1115 Waiver Program Uncompensated Care.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Eddie Olivarez for the Record: this is going to be allocated for this year's Uncompensated Care.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of State Fiscal Year first quarterly draw down in the amount of $2,062,500.00 for the 1115 Waiver Program Uncompensated Care.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
3. Discussion, consideration, and approval of State Fiscal Year second quarterly draw down in the amount of $2,020,833.33 for the 1115 Waiver Program Uncompensated Care.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Attachments:
H.
AI-36842
1. Requesting approval to issue purchase order to encumber funds to renew the Non-Commercial Political Certificate for Health & Human Services Dept. - Environmental Division employees, Elizardo Ramos Jr. and Ruben Hernandez.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Requesting approval to reimburse Health & Human Services Dept. - Environmental Division employees, Elizardo Ramos Jr. and Ruben Hernandez, $12.00 each after payment for the Non-Commercial Political Certificate is made with personal funds. Authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Requesting approval to reimburse Health & Human Services Dept. - Environmental Division employees, Elizardo Ramos Jr. and Ruben Hernandez, $12.00 each after payment for the Non-Commercial Political Certificate is made with personal funds. Authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
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
Attachments:
I.
AI-36838
Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding Between La Joya Independent School District And County of Hidalgo. The purpose of the Agreement is to provide immunization and immunization clinics to students from La Joya ISD.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
Adult Probation - Arnold K. Patrick:
A.
AI-36563
Alternative Incarceration Program (1100):
1. Presentation, discussion and consideration of the Hidalgo County Alternative Incarceration Program’s growth in operations.
2. Approval to create the following regular full-time positions:
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer to fund salaries, fringes and other operating expenditures.
4. Approval of revised salary schedule.
NO ACTION taken on items 7.A.1, 2, 3 & 4.
1. Presentation, discussion and consideration of the Hidalgo County Alternative Incarceration Program’s growth in operations.
2. Approval to create the following regular full-time positions:
| Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0005 | Security Technician | $30,000.00 |
| 0006 | Security Technician | $30,000.00 |
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer to fund salaries, fringes and other operating expenditures.
4. Approval of revised salary schedule.
NO ACTION taken on items 7.A.1, 2, 3 & 4.
Attachments:
8.
Emergency Management - Oscar Montoya:
A.
AI-37143
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP):
1. Approval to accept the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Total project cost is $133,000 which $99,750.00 (75%) is the federal share awarded for this project and $33,250.00 (25%) is the local match. This grant was awarded by the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) through the State of Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM).
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor.
3. Approval of 2013 Interfund transfer
4. Approval of 2013 appropriation of funds.
5. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
1. Approval to accept the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Total project cost is $133,000 which $99,750.00 (75%) is the federal share awarded for this project and $33,250.00 (25%) is the local match. This grant was awarded by the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) through the State of Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM).
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor.
3. Approval of 2013 Interfund transfer
4. Approval of 2013 appropriation of funds.
5. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
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 8.a.1 through 5.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-36840
1. Requesting approval to accept FY-2013 CEAP [Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program] Contract No. 58130001631.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Requesting approval to accept FY-2013 NTN [Neighbor To Neighbor Program] Agreement
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Requesting approval to accept FY-2013 NTN [Neighbor To Neighbor Program] Agreement
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
10.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
AI-36851
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for material testing services.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) material testing firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 17, 18, & 25 (2004, 2005, & 2012) City of Sullivan City Street Improvements on Maro and Valle Streets.
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 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a material testing contract with the highest ranked firm of MEG Engineers for the provision of material testing services for Urban County Program Year 17, 18, & 25 (2004, 2005, & 2012) City of Sullivan City Street Improvements on Maro and Valle Streets.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) material testing firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 17, 18, & 25 (2004, 2005, & 2012) City of Sullivan City Street Improvements on Maro and Valle Streets.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| MEG Engineers | 91.34 | 1 |
| L&G Engineering | 90.34 | 2 |
| Terracon | 85.34 | 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 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a material testing contract with the highest ranked firm of MEG Engineers for the provision of material testing services for Urban County Program Year 17, 18, & 25 (2004, 2005, & 2012) City of Sullivan City Street Improvements on Maro and Valle Streets.
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-37038
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for construction material testing.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) testing firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Progreso, Street Improvements project.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve inthe order of their scores.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the highest ranked firm of RABA Kistner Consultants, Inc. for construction material testing for Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Progreso, Street Improvements project.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) testing firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Progreso, Street Improvements project.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| RABA Kistner Constultants, Inc | 99% | 1 |
| L & G Engineering Laboratory | 97.33% | 2 |
| Professional Services Industries, Inc | 94.33% | 3 |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve inthe order of their scores.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the highest ranked firm of RABA Kistner Consultants, Inc. for construction material testing for Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of Progreso, Street Improvements project.
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
Attachments:
C.
AI-36816
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for professional engineering services;
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of San Juan, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) San Juan Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
Ms. Serna drew lots to break the tie for first and second place.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to in the order of their scores.
Vote: 3- 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. for the provision of engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of San Juan Water/Sewer Improvements project located on Lincoln (8th to 12th), alley between Standard and Lincoln (11th to 12th), and alley between 11th and 12th (Standard to Lincoln) in San Juan, Texas.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of San Juan, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) San Juan Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. | 94.00 | 1 |
| Halff Associates, Inc. | 94.00 | 2 |
| R. Gutierrez Engineering Corp. | 91.67 |
3 |
Ms. Serna drew lots to break the tie for first and second place.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to in the order of their scores.
Vote: 3- 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. for the provision of engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 25 (2012) City of San Juan Water/Sewer Improvements project located on Lincoln (8th to 12th), alley between Standard and Lincoln (11th to 12th), and alley between 11th and 12th (Standard to Lincoln) in San Juan, Texas.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-36829
Urban County Program (UCP) is requesting consideration and approval of the following:
1. Rescinding Resolution approved on November 20, 2012 authorizing the submission of a 2012 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program (CEDAP) fund application in the amount of $500,000.00,
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to rescind.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Resolution authorizing the submission of a 2012 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program (CEDAP) fund application in the amount of $500,000.00, and
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Authorizing the County Judge to act as the County’s Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County’s participation in the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Texas Community Development Block Grant Program 2012 CEDAP fund application
1. Rescinding Resolution approved on November 20, 2012 authorizing the submission of a 2012 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program (CEDAP) fund application in the amount of $500,000.00,
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to rescind.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Resolution authorizing the submission of a 2012 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program (CEDAP) fund application in the amount of $500,000.00, and
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Authorizing the County Judge to act as the County’s Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County’s participation in the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Texas Community Development Block Grant Program 2012 CEDAP fund application
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
Attachments:
E.
AI-37224
Urban County Program on behalf of Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 is requesting authority to purchase solar lights for El Charro #1 S/D from Facility Solutions Group (contract # 368-10) an approved vendor through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with the State of Texas Buy Board. The total cost for the purchase and installation is $230,400.00 (quote attached hereto) to include shipping and handling, installation and discounts as requested by the Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 for the UCP FY 25 (2012) Street Improvement line items.
Ms. Serna informed the Court that this item was published as El Charro #2, but the correct name should read El Charro Subdivision.
Ms. Serna informed the Court that this item was published as El Charro #2, but the correct name should read El Charro Subdivision.
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, with corrections.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
A.
AI-37014
Discussion/Approval of Family Income Guidelines and Priority Guidelines for Selection and Enrollment for Program Year 2013-2014
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-37016
Discussion/Approval to Advertise and Approval of Statement of Qualifications, Requirements and Scope of Services for the Following:
1. Medical and Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers
1. Medical and Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers
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, 2 & 3.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-37175
Discussion/Approval to Issue Payment to Precinct 3 for Supplies and Materials to Pave the Parking Lot for the Palmview I Head Start Center
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
Attachments:
12.
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
A.
AI-37047
1. Reimbursement of Cash Deposit
a. Las Estrellas Phase I – Pct. 3 (CWL Limited) - $3,000
b. Las Estrellas Phase III – Pct. 3 (CWL Limited) - $9,000
c. Riviera Ranches Phase II Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Garco, Ltd) - $13,500
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Partial Release of Letter of Credit
a. Las Estrellas No. 4 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Forrest Runnels Jr.)
a. Las Estrellas Phase I – Pct. 3 (CWL Limited) - $3,000
b. Las Estrellas Phase III – Pct. 3 (CWL Limited) - $9,000
c. Riviera Ranches Phase II Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Garco, Ltd) - $13,500
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Partial Release of Letter of Credit
a. Las Estrellas No. 4 Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Forrest Runnels Jr.)
Attachments:
13.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Cuellar:
A.
AI-36865
Requesting approval to process the following invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
1.Invoice No.6843321272 $74.31
2.Invoice No.6830100346 $74.35
1.Invoice No.6843321272 $74.31
2.Invoice No.6830100346 $74.35
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 13.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-37075
Pct. #1 (1200):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions:
| Action | Prgm. | Slot No. | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | Rd Maintenance | 0100 | Clerk III | $24,713.00 |
| Create | Rd Maintenance | 0133 | Maintenance I | $24,713.00 |
| Delete | Rd Maintenance | 0117 | Mechanic II | $29,078.00 |
| Create | Rd Maintenance | 0134 | Tire Repair/Maintenance | $29,078.00 |
2. 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 13.B.1 & 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
14.
Precinct #4 - Comm. J. Palacios:
A.
AI-37311
Pct. 4 Rd Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval to create one (1) full-time Special Project Coordinator, slot no. 0076, budgeted salary $49,000.00.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
1. Approval to create one (1) full-time Special Project Coordinator, slot no. 0076, budgeted salary $49,000.00.
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
3. Approval of revised salary schedule.
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 14.A.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
15.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
AI-36687
Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the Texas VINE Reimbursement Maintenance Invoice in the amount of $7,293.50 (Second Qtr) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
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
Attachments:
16.
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.
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 16.A.1 & 2.a, b & c.
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 16.A.1 & 2.a, b & c.
3.
AI-36695
Approval for the renewal of an additional one (1) year term (as provided in the letter of engagement) with the Hon. Jesus "Chuy" Ramirez-Law Firm Of Ramirez & Guerrero to serve as the Bond Counsel for Hidalgo County.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
4.
AI-36776
Acceptance and approval of ratification of request and notice by contracted vendor, Frontera Materials, approval of a "substitution" of service pits to reflect the Reavis Pit, located on FM 2221 (about 3 miles closer), as the new service site as of date of notice and thus avoid any work stoppage for the Precincts due to the expiration of their contract with the property owner thus eliminating the services of the flexible base crush caliche to be provided at the original awarded Vanderpool Pit site under the following contracts.
E-12-100-03-27 (Original Contract #C-10-088-04-27)-Pct. 2&3
E-12-100A-03-27 (Original Contract #C-10-088A-04-27)-Pcts. 1-3-4
E-12-100-03-27 (Original Contract #C-10-088-04-27)-Pct. 2&3
E-12-100A-03-27 (Original Contract #C-10-088A-04-27)-Pcts. 1-3-4
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
5.
AI-37003
Approval to assign an evaluation committee member for Commissioner Pct.4 for the purpose of evaluating the applications received for "Bank Depository Project"- for Hidalgo County and Drainage District #1.
Martha Salazar, Purchasing Agent, clarified that the Budget Officer, Treasurer, and County Judge were previously approve (on Jan. 22, 2013) as Graders to the Committee and that the Executive Officer, Tax Office and herself were appointed as Consultants.
Discussion continued, at which time Valde Guerra, Executive Officer, stated for the record that after last week's meeting the Court members requested that they came back to Court to put on the Record that they wanted their representatives to be part of this committee. Appointment for Pct. 2 will be brought back next week.
Martha Salazar, Purchasing Agent, clarified that the Budget Officer, Treasurer, and County Judge were previously approve (on Jan. 22, 2013) as Graders to the Committee and that the Executive Officer, Tax Office and herself were appointed as Consultants.
Discussion continued, at which time Valde Guerra, Executive Officer, stated for the record that after last week's meeting the Court members requested that they came back to Court to put on the Record that they wanted their representatives to be part of this committee. Appointment for Pct. 2 will be brought back next week.
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 appointment of Chris Trevino, for Pct. 4, to the Bank Depository Evaluation Committee.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
6.
AI-37182
Discussion for appoval to clarify CC action taken on 02-05-13 in connection with (AI-36713-B nomination of three (3) Construction Manager Firms for Renovations to former Restitution Building located on M Road to house Pct. 4-all Field Directors) to place a subsequent agenda item for approval of the appointment/designation of Grading Committee Members as communicated CC members to the Purhasing Director with the only information to date received is from Pct. #4 with the name of Mr. Marcos Lopez:
a. Approval to permit Pct. #4's designee to score & grade the three (3) firms nominated on 2-05-13 (Prodigy, GAS & Dannenbaum); or,
b. Approve the assignment/designation of graders from all members of Commissioner's Court to complete the Grading Committee;
County Judge: ______________________;
Precinct #1: ________________________;
Precinct #2: ________________________;
Precinct #3: ________________________.
NO ACTION taken on items 16.A.6.a & b.
a. Approval to permit Pct. #4's designee to score & grade the three (3) firms nominated on 2-05-13 (Prodigy, GAS & Dannenbaum); or,
b. Approve the assignment/designation of graders from all members of Commissioner's Court to complete the Grading Committee;
County Judge: ______________________;
Precinct #1: ________________________;
Precinct #2: ________________________;
Precinct #3: ________________________.
NO ACTION taken on items 16.A.6.a & b.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-36855
Approval of professional service agreement with Harvey L. Heerssen d/b/a HLH Appraisal Services for the purposes of "Review of Appraisal Services" (on an as needed basis) for projects located with Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 and (as selected for negotiations through County's protocol from the "POOL" of Appraisals by CC).
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
Attachments:
2.
AI-37093
Acceptance and approval of the final construction contract documents (awarded by CC-12-28-12) with REIM Construrction, Inc. in the total amount of $122,158.25 for: "Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 -Minnesota Road West of I Road Paving Improvements (C-12-273-12-28)."
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
3.
AI-37147
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services;
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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 architectural services providers in connection with the design and construction of a New Field Operations Shop;
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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 architectural services providers in connection with the design and construction of a New Field Operations Shop;
| Evaluators | Alcocer Garcia & Associates | ERO Architects | ROFA Architects, Inc |
| Evaluator 1 | 85 | 96 | 92 |
| Ranking | 3 | 1 | 2 |
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 the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional archiectural services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ERO Architects__ for the provision of architecural services for the design and construction of a New Field Operations Shop for Pct. #2.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-36845
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 (an increase in the amount of ($61,808.22), for current contract with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the "FM 681 from (FM 2221 to SH 107) for Hidalgo. C-192-06-08
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 with Correction being C-09-192-06-08.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-36847
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Work Authorization No. 1 (an increase in the amount of ($27,065.60),for current contract with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the "FM 2221 from (FM 681 TO SH 364) for Hidalgo. C-192A-06-08
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, , the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve, with correction being C-09-192A-06-08.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-36858
Acceptance and approval to execute a Professional Surveying Services (On an As Needed Basis) contract/agreement for the provision of surveying services for "Projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 ," with RODS Surveying, as authorized & approved for negotiations by CC on 12/28/12.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Attachments:
4.
AI-37044
Presentation of bids received as detailed and attached herein for the purpose of award and approval of contract document with the lowest vendor meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Precinct 3 - Raw Pit Run and/or Pit Run Caliche - RFB No. 2012-009-01-09-SMA.
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 award to Valley Caliche Products.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-37219
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of draft specifications & contract for Hauling Services for Hot Mix-2013-080-03-20-YSI
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
Attachments:
2.
AI-37110
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services;
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 for US 281 & Sh 186 (Linn- San Manuel) beautification projects in Pct No. 4;
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 for US 281 & Sh 186 (Linn- San Manuel) beautification projects in Pct No. 4;
| Total Scores | DBR Engineering Consultants | HALFF Associates Inc | Urban Infrastructure Group, Inc |
| Evaluator 1 | 95 | 97 | 94 |
| Ranking |
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________________ for: the provision of professional engineering services for US 281 & SH 186 (Linn-San Manuel) beautification project in Precinct No. 4.
NO ACTION taken on items 16.D.2.a, b & c.
Attachments:
E.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-36775
Reinstatement of effective date of Benefits Agreement between Hidalgo County and Air Evac EMS, Inc, d/b/a/ Air Evac Lifeteam (previously approved by CC on 11-6-12) with participation available to all eligible Hidalgo County Employees at their own cost, including authority for County Judge or Presiding Officer to sign document regarding the "Voluntary (Post Tax) Emergency Air Ambulance Services" project.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-37308
a. Presentation of the scoring and evaluation grids (for the purposes of ranking for award by CC) of the responses received in connection with the Request for Proposals (RFP's) for: "Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services" for Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 ";
Presentation by Martha Salazar, Purchasing Agent.
b. Award of the "Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services for Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1" for the following:
1. Dental:__Humana ______________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Vision:__VSP Vision ______________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Cancer:_TransAmerica ____________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
4. Accidental:__TransAmerica _________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
5. Critical Illness:__TransAmerica________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
6. Short/Long Term Disability:__UNUM _______
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
7. Life Insurance:__TransAmerica___________________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
8. COBRA Administration Services:__United Health Care _
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
9. Other:__None______________
NO ACTION taken on this item.
c. Authority to finalize and/or negotiate (if required) contract(s) for the Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services.
Presentation by Martha Salazar, Purchasing Agent.
b. Award of the "Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services for Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1" for the following:
1. Dental:__Humana ______________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
2. Vision:__VSP Vision ______________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
3. Cancer:_TransAmerica ____________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
4. Accidental:__TransAmerica _________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
5. Critical Illness:__TransAmerica________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
6. Short/Long Term Disability:__UNUM _______
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
7. Life Insurance:__TransAmerica___________________
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
8. COBRA Administration Services:__United Health Care _
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to accept and award based on the scores.
Vote: 3 - 0
9. Other:__None______________
NO ACTION taken on this item.
c. Authority to finalize and/or negotiate (if required) contract(s) for the Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services.
17.
Adjourn
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: 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 1st day of March, 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 March 1, 2013.
Signed this 4th day of March 2013
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 1st day of March, 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 March 1, 2013.
Signed this 4th day of March 2013
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy