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Minutes for CC REGULAR

SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 14, 2013

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 14th day of May 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

HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3

COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4

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

AGENDA
CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
May 14, 2013
9:30 A.M.
                                          

NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held at the Edinburg Council Chambers 415 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:

 
1.
 
Roll Call
All members of the Court were counted present.
 
2.
 
Pledge of Allegiance
Judge Garcia led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
 
3.
 
Prayer
Virginia Townsend led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
Judge Garcia then asked for a moment of silence for fallen soldier Army Specialist Kevin Kardoza.
 
4.
 
Approval of Consent Agenda
The Court moved to approve the Consent Agenda.
 
5.
 
Open Forum
-Opal Billman expressed concerns on the beneficiary of her property and her court case.
-Ricardo Rodriguez discussed on how the County can conserve water by laying a plastic liner on the land.
-Ms. Emmy Zuniga expressed concerns on the installation of light fixtures and public safety in certain areas of Lopezville. .
 
6.
 
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
 
Report on bills before the Texas Legislature of interest to Hidalgo County

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
B.
AI-38667
Resolution in support of Space X Project
Cameron County Commissioner, Sophia Benavidez, discussed the Space X Project.
 

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

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
C.
AI-38395
Proclamation declaring May 2013 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Hidalgo County
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
D.
AI-38720
Approval of Proclamation for National Police Week
 

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

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
E.
AI-38730
Approval of Interlocal Agreement by and among City of La Villa, Hidalgo County, and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of La Villa, allowing for Hidalgo County to participate in the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone.
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
7.
 
Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
 
A.
 
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."

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


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. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
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
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.

 
C.
AI-38688
Presentation and acceptance of check by U.S. Fish & Wildlife to Hidalgo County.
 

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 approve the check in the amount of $98,410.00.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
D.
AI-38689
Approval to accept settlement check from Old American Insurance Company in the amount of $691.60 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Constable P1)
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
E.
AI-38692
Approval to accept settlement check from Dairyland Insurance Company in the amount of $327.40 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
8.
 
Constables:
 
A.
AI-38620
Constable Pct. #1:
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Roberto Alvarez as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Precinct 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
 

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 Roberto Alvarez as Deputy Constable.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
B.
AI-38641
Constable Pct. #1:
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Frank Zavala as reserve deputy constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., Constable Precinct 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 86.012
 

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 Frank Zavala as Reserve Deputy Constable.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
9.
 
Human Resources - Esther Cortez:
 
A.
AI-38519
Tax Office (1100):
1.  Approval to decrease auto allowance in the amount of $600.00 for Slot #0019, effective next full pay period.

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously


2.  Approval to increase auto allowance in the amount of $600.00 for Slot #0021 effective next full pay period.
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 9.A.2 & 3.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
B.
AI-38648
Substation-Sheriffs Office/ Jail (1100):
1.  Approval to create the following full-time positions:

Program Slot No. Qty. Position Title Budgeted
Amount
Sheriff
(280-038)
 0002 to 0010 9 Sergeant $50,733.00
Jail
(280-039)
 0001 to 0005 5 Sergeant $42,076.00
Sheriff
(280-038)
 0011 to 0013 3 Deputy Sheriff $39,140.00
Sheriff
(280-038)
 0001 1 Lieutenant $55,805.00
Sheriff
(280-038)
0014 1 Administrative Assistant IV $37,109.00
Jail
(280-039)
0006 to 0023 18 Detention Officer $31,364.00
Sheriff
(280-038)
0015 to 0022 8 Administrative Assistant I $24,087.00
 
2.  Approval of interdepartmental transfers.
3.  Approval of revised salary schedules. 

Valde Guerra for the Record: It's per slot...there's 18 @...per slot.
 
 

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 45 positions and items 9.B.1, 2 & 3, subject to funding.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
10.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-38540
Acceptance and approval to process the following Four Paws Animal Hospital invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.

Invoice# Date Amount
35089 1-04-2013 $959.70
35358 1-28-2013 $107.40
35418 2-04-2013 $68.75
35417 2-04-2013 $68.75
 

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 to pay the invoices.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
B.
AI-38543
Requesting approval of partial payment for invoice #5 in the amount of $1,078.72 (amount represents remaining balance for additional parts and labor).
 

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

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
11.
 
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
 
A.
 
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
B.
AI-38652
Approval of Letter to Health and Human Services Commission in reference to the direction to issue all past or future Uncompensated Care payments based on a pro-rata share of the uncompensated care provided by each one of our providers.

Mr. Eddie Olivarez informed the Court that this is "authorizing the State to distribute the money to all the hospitals on the UC based on Uncompensated Care Formula that they have and the State continues to distribute the money that they have based on the formula that they developed".

 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
C.
AI-38542
Pursuant to Chapter 121 Local Public Health Reorganization Act; Sec. 121.006, requesting approval of the Immunizations Sliding Fee Schedule effective May 14, 2013.  The Sliding Fee Schedule includes a revised vaccine administration fee.

Commissioner A. C. Cuellar stepped away.

 

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

Attachments:
 
D.
AI-38406
Requesting approval to accept the Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.  The aim of this Agreement is to establish an agreement for the exchange of information and for cooperative research between both institutions in the field of reportable communicable diseases.

Commissioner A.C. Cuellar joined the meeting.

Mr. Olivarez informed the Court that there is no financial commitment on behalf of the County.
 

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

Attachments:
 
12.
 
Emergency Management - Oscar Montoya:
 
A.
 
Status update on the Water Irrigation Allotment

Mr. Montoya informed the Court that the Water Shortage Conference held with various city leaders, water managers and providers was very productive. He explained that no one is using push water at this time and that they are working on funding to assist cities and farmers.

Judge Garcia then commended Mr. Montoya and Mr. Olivarez for organizing the Hurricane Conference and Water Shortage Conference.

NO ACTION taken on this item.

 
13.
 
Facilities Management:
 
A.
AI-38545
Requesting approval to process invoice #45232 - Guthrie's Locksmith as claim in the amount of $364.95 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.

NO ACTION taken on this item.


Commissioner Hector Palacios stepped away from the Court.
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-38547
Requesting approval to process the following invoices for Worth Hydrochem as claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.

Invoice Date Amount
12/20/2012 $115
1/28/2013 $115
1/28/2013 $195
 

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

Attachments:
 
14.
 
IT Department - Renan Ramirez
 
A.
AI-38670
HUMAN RESOURCES
Authorization and approval to upgrade service and equipment through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-SDD-1779 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:

Description: Requisition #: MDN: Equipment/Cost: Service Plan: Employee Name: Employee #:
Upgrade 235886 956-330-1796 Apple iPhone 4-8GB @ $0. Nationwide Talk & Text & Data Unl. Anytime Mins @ $100.09 + $5.00 X 8 (May-Dec.2013) = $840.72 Esther A. Cortez 053074

NO ACTION taken on this item.

Attachments:
 
B.
AI-38676
COMM. PCT. 1
Authorization and approval to reactivate and continue wireless device service through the County's membership/participation with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:

Requisition: Wireless Type: MDN: Monthly Plan: Employee Name: Employee #:
228796 Cell Phone 956-587-2185 State of TX Local Digital Choice Share 600 Anytime Mins. @ $38.99 + $5.00 X 8(may-dec2013) = $351.92 Office Use N/A
 

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

Attachments:
 
15.
 
HIDTA - Task Force - Dora Munoz:
 
A.
AI-38539
Requesting approval and authority of execute an agreement with Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force and Wall to Wall Media Limited

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
16.
 
Urban County - Diana Serna:
 
A.
AI-38441
Urban County Program (UCP) is requesting consideration and approval of the following:
1. Resolution authorizing the submission of a 2013-2014 Colonia Construction Fund (CCF) application in the amount of up to $500,000.00, and
2. 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 2013-2014 CCF application.
 

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 items 16.A.1 & 2.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
B.
AI-38509
Urban County Program on behalf of the City of La Joya is requesting authority to purchase fire
protection equipment through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with Buy Board (Texas Association of School Boards) approved vendor Dooley Tackaberry (contract # 363-10) in the amount of $15,137.30 (quote attached hereto) to include shipping fees. City of La Joya UCP Year 25 (2012) Fire Station Equipment funds will be utilized.
 

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

Attachments:
 
C.
AI-38521
The Urban County Program (UCP) is requesting approval of an Amendment to a Professional Engineering Service Contract with Dos Logistics, Inc.. The Amendment will increase the contract amount of $874,911.00 by $117,500.00, for a total amount of $992,411.00 and will include the following new services: Metes and Bound, Exhibit for each parcel to be signed and sealed by Texas Registered Professional Land Surveyor and setting re-bars on the field for each parcel within the Delta Area Connector/ East Lateral Project in Precinct No.1.
 

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

 
D.
AI-38528
The City of La Villa and Urban County Program are requesting authorization to cancel an existing contract with Noe Garza Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $12,032.46 for the 2003/2005 Water/Sewer Improvements project which consisted of the upgrade valve system at the water treatment plant. This project was included through a different contract in which it has been completed. No payment was made to the Engineer for this project.
 

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

 
E.
AI-38529
The City of La Villa and Urban County Program are requesting authorization to cancel an existing contract with Noe Garza Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $15,609.50 for the 2011 Water/Sewer Improvements project which consisted of various upgrades to the water treatment plant. The City of La Villa has decided to cancel the overall project and will no longer incorporate the plans submitted by Noe Garza Engineers, Inc. Urban County Program has received reimbursement from the City of La Villa for the work completed and paid to the engineer.
 

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

 
F.
AI-38643
The Urban County Program on behalf of the Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 is requesting approval and award of best and final negotiated contract with Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. in the amount of $17,698.25 utilizing CDBG Year 22 (2009) for the Precinct No. 1 – Street Improvements Minnesota Road (from Val Verde Rd. to Dillon Rd).
 

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

Attachments:
 
G.
AI-38565
Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Mercedes is requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment for the Mercedes Fire Department. Purchase will be made from Wilson Fire Rescue (contract # EE08-11) an approved vendor through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with H-GAC. The total amount of purchase is $11,035.00 (quote attached) for the Mercedes Fire Department funded thru FY 25 (2012) Mercedes – Fire Station/Equipment line item and the city’s general funds.
 

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

 
17.
 
Elections Administration - Yvonne Ramon:
 
A.
 
Approval of the appointment of members to Hidalgo County Vote Centers Committee based on recommendations from Judge & Commissioners

Ms. Ramon reported to the Court that she is working on getting a Workshop together for June 6, 2013 to discuss Election Security.

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
B.
AI-38433
Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments on the County of Hidalgo's participation in the Texas Secretary of State's Pilot Program for Countywide Election Day polling Places.

-Judge Garcia Opened the Public Hearing.
-Ms. Barnes, Committee Member, explained to the Court that finding vote center locations has been difficult but that they continue to work diligently.
-Commissioner Joseph Palacios questioned the amount of and location of vote centers to ensure that everyone has access to a voting location.

  Commissioner Hector Palacios joined the meeting.  

-Ms. Ramon explained that the Pct. 3 committee members were knowledgeable in their areas, but also commented that there are limited locations available in certain areas of the County. She informed the Court that they are concentrating on the November General Elections and are also taking into consideration input received by the cities and schools. Ms. Ramon discussed the importance of not limiting the amount of vote locations but instead stressed on meeting the needs of the community.
-There being no one else come forward for comments, Judge Garcia then Closed the Public Hearing.
 
18.
 
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
 
A.
AI-38158
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension:
Requesting approval to process the following AT&T invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.  We have requested to be formerly added to the DIR contract through IT department.

Vendor Account No. Billing Date Amount
AT&T 019-174-8219-001 January 19, 2013 $19.72
AT&T 019-174-8219-001 February 19, 2013 $20.38
AT&T 019-174-8219-001 March 19, 2013 $19.81
    Total $59.91
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
19.
 
Precinct #2 - Comm. H. Palacios:
 
A.
AI-38627
1. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Project.

2. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of San Juan, Texas and the County of Hidalgo, Texas to improve Thomas Road,  of approximately 500 feet are within the city limits of the City.

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 19.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously


3. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Project.

4. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Pharr, Texas and the County of Hidalgo, Texas to improve Thomas Road, of approximately 2.3 miles are within the city limits of the City.
 

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 19.A.3 & 4.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
20.
 
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
 
A.
AI-38658
Requesting approval to process the following invoice as claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. PO # 689012.
Vendor Invoice Date Amount
L&R Precast 9163 3-29-13 $10,231.00
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
21.
 
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
 
A.
AI-38473
Pct.#2 Road Maint (1200):
Approval of 2013 appropriation of funds from RD MAINT (1200) unreserved fund balance to RD MAINT program (006) in the amount of $921,000.00 
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
B.
AI-38371
Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the Texas VINE Reimbursement Maintenance Invoice in the amount of $7,293.50 (Third 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. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
22.
 
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.

B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
 
A.
 
Hidalgo County
 
1.
 
Presentation for acceptance and approval of Current inter-local(s) and/or contract(s) for the "Housing of Inmates"
 
2.
 
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action
Including, but not limited to, the following items in connection with New Adult Detention Center:
a) Detention Facility Law Enforcement Center Design- Build Contract with including action regarding Landmark Application for payment, final punch list and release of retainage
b) Construction of additional pod(s)
c) Selection and engagement of an architect for the construction of additional pods

NO ACTION taken on items 22.A.1 & 2. a, b & c.
 
B.
 
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-38468
Approval of a Professional Appraisal Service Agreement #C-13-131-05-14 as reviewed and approved by legal with Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates, LLC for the purposes of "Appraisal Services" (on call-on an as needed basis) for projects located with Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 and (as selected for negotiations through County's protocol from the "POOL" of Appraisals by CC on 03/26/13).
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
C.
 
Pct. 3
 
1.
AI-38590
Requesting approval to process the following invoices as claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.

Vendor Invoices Amount
Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. 05-196(A-1) $    640.00
05-196(B) $ 2,104.00
05-196(C) $    964.00
05-196(D) $ 1,576.00
05-196(E) $ 1,224.00
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
D.
 
Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-38407
Presentation for award of sole responding/qualifying vendor (Roy’s Hauling Service Inc.) that submitted bid and met all specifications, and requirements with approval of contract for: “Hauling Services for Hot Mix” (RFB No. 13-080-03-27-YSI.)
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
2.
AI-38533
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;

Martha Salazar for the Record: On items (22.D.) 2 & 3, we already submitted the information on the limits that were requested on the concern for the project and they have been handed over to Ms. Letty Chavez as well as to my office.

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption, subject to Interlocal Agreement.
Vote: 5 - 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 engineering services for FM 2220 (Ware Road ) Project in Pct No. 4; 
 
Evalutators L&G Engineering Services Quintanilla, Headley & Associates Guzman & Munoz Engineering & Surveying
Evaluator 1 99 95 93
Ranking  1  2  3

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the order of the scores.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously


C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of     L & G Engineering Services       for: the provision of engineering services for FM 2220 (Ware Road) Project Pct No. 4.
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
3.
AI-38552
A.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;

On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 5 - 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 engineering firms for Mile 22.50 Project in Pct No. 4;
 
Evaluators Le Fevere Environmental & Management Consultant   Quintanilla, Headley & Associates RABA Kistner, Inc
Evaluator 1 98 94 95
Ranking  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 the ranking in the order of their scores. 
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously


C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of     Le Fevere Environmental Management Consultant     for: the provision of engineering services for Mile 22.50 Project in Pct. No. 4.
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
E.
 
Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1.
AI-38300
Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated contract with David M. Castro for "Registered Pharmacist Services" RFP No. 2013-008-03-13 for the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department.
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
F.
 
Budget & Management
 
1.
AI-38490
Appointment and/or designation by Commissioner's Court to select/assign an evaluation committee to evaluate and score the request for proposals for the RFP No.: 2013-022-05-15-CGA-Actuarial Services for the GASB 43 and 45 OPEB and Health Benefits Reserve" for Hidalgo County".
 

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 select Angelica Tapia, Flora Vasquez, Yolanda Chapa, Raul Lozano, Raul Silguero, Mona Parras, Linda Fong, and Cris Trevino to the evaluation committee to evaluate and score the proposals for Acturarial Services and Health Benefits Reserve.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
G.
 
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
 
1.
AI-38710
Requesting approval to reject all bids submitted (Pursuant to Article 3 of Legal Notice to Bidders) and requesting authority to re-advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., specifications, legal notice, etc. cc previously approved on 01-15-13) as attached hereto for the following projects:
a. CAP-13-049-02-13-YSI Road & Drainage Construction for Randolph Barnett Subdivisions;
b. CAP-13-050-02-13-YSI Road & Drainage Construction for Regal Estates Subdivision.
 

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 items 22.G.1.a & b.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
H.
 
Colonia Access Program Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-38554
Requesting approval to replace EXHIBIT D1 with “CORRECTED EXHIBIT D1” on Work Authorization No. 2 (with a proposed fee of $8,840.00) with Quintanilla, Headley & Associates Inc. to provide engineering services for Hidalgo County Pct 4 Border Colonia Access Program Round III Hoehn Drive Subdivision (approved by cc on 04-16-13) as original EXHIBIT D1 contained typographical error-dollar amount remains the same.
 

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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
23.
 
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
 

On motion 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 go into Closed Session.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
A.
 
Real Estate Acquisition
 
B.
 
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
AI-38703
C-2457-13-E; Elsa Flores, individually and as representative of the Estate of Maria Elsa Flores v Donna Irrigation District and Hidalgo County
 
D.
AI-38649
Claim of Kismeth Leal
 
E.
AI-38677
Claim of Pedro Mendoza, Cruz
 
F.
AI-38679
Claim of Maria De Jesus Mendoza

NO ACTION taken on items 23.A through F.
 
24.
 
Open Session:
 
A.
 
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same

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

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
C.
AI-38704
C-2457-13-E; Elsa Flores, individually and as representative of the Estate of Maria Elsa Flores v Donna Irrigation District and Hidalgo County

Refer to item 7.A.1 & 2.
 
D.
AI-38650
Claim of Kismeth Leal
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the amount of $281.61.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
E.
AI-38678
Claim of Pedro Mendoza, Cruz
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the amount of $6,500.00 in settlement of property and bodily injury claim.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
F.
AI-38680
Claim of Maria De Jesus Mendoza
 

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 the settlement offer in the amount of $1,000.00 towards a bodily injury claim.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
25.
 
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

NO ACTION taken on this item.
 
26.
 
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

NO ACTION taken on this item
 
27.
 
Adjourn
 

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

Vote: 4 - 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 14th day of May 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 May 14, 2013.

Signed this    16th    day of     May    2013




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


By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy