BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 28th day of May 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 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:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING May 28, 2013 9:30 A.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 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.
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.
-Virginia Townsend provided an update on item 7.B.the construction and cost of the portable buildings, discussed FLSA,etc.
-Fern McClaugherty questioned travel and how it benefits the County, phone bills, etc.
-Joseph Palacios informed the Court and Audience the benefits of travel and explained how it benefits the County and used the Census undercount as an example.
-Opal Billman commented on about being imprisoned on her property, beneficiary of said property, etc.
Rick Alvarez explained to the Court that there was a call for special session by the govenor to ratify and adopt the interim maps which was approved during the last election. In addition, he explained how the Chapter 59 Forfeiture Funds can be used (HB 878).
Karina Cardoza provided information and a small presentation on the 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference.
2. Recognition of the City of McAllen for partnering with Hidalgo County for the 2013 South Texas Hurricane Conference
The Court and Eddie Olivarez recognized the City of McAllen for their participation with the Hurricane Conference.
3. Proclamation declaring May 26 – June 1, 2013 as Hurricane Preparedness Week
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
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
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
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption as it pertains to C-2514-13-A; Maria Angelica Villegas v. LCS Corrections Services, Inc. and Hidalgo County, Texas
Vote: 5 - 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 byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval as it relates to C-2514-13-A; Maria Angelica Villegas v. LCS Corrections Services, Inc. and Hidalgo County, Texas
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 explained to the Court that they are coordinating the move with the Judicial based on their dockets.
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
NO ACTION taken on this item.
In accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 130.902, the Law Library is requesting approval to increase the current change fund by $150.00 (from $150.00 to $300.00).
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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra clarified to the Court that all travel requests were coming through Commissioners' Court for approval since the travel monies were swept during the budget process. During last year's budget process, monies were allocated to the departments. Since the Budget Office oversees the travel reqeusts, Mr. Guerra asked that they no longer be brought to Commissioners' Court for review. He reiterated that his office will be overseeing the travel requests .
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 authorize the Budget and Management Office to administer the travel requests and not to bring them to Commissioners' Court for approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to accept the quote for the renewal of accident insurance coverage for volunteers from Montalvo Insurance Agency (for the Coverage period: 6/5/13 to 6/5/14) and authorization for Executive Officer to sign documents as needed. If approved, Montalvo Insurance Agency will invoice the county at a later date the amount as quoted.
2. Approval of payment of invoice (when received) from Montalvo Insurance Agency in the amount of $394.00 for accident insurance coverage for volunteers with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
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 quote and payment of invoice as listed in item 7.F.1 & 2. for the 50 volunteer slots.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to create the following full-time positions:
| Slot # | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| 0017 | Deputy Constable | $37,574.00 |
| 0018 | Deputy Constable | $37,574.00 |
| 0019 | Deputy Constable | $37,574.00 |
2. Approval of revised salary schedule.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Judge Garcia asked that this item be brought back in two weeks.
1.) Requesting authorization to accept the Border Prosecution Grant, Grant Number CH-13-A10-25378-02 in the amount of $133,421.74 effective (January 1, 2013 - August 31, 2013).
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Approval of certification of revenues.
3.) Approval of Appropriation of funds.
4.) Approval of Salary Schedule.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 9.A.2, 3 & 4.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Authorization and Approval of 2013 appropriation of funds from General Fund-Reserved (1100) to Sheriff's Office (program 001) in the amount of $12,805.12.
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
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
AT&T:
Account Number: Billing Date: Amount:
512-151-5019-861-4 04-01-2013 $5,333.30
512-151-5019-861-4 05-01-2013 $7,284.71
956-381-7900-050-3 04-09-2013 $1,507.31
956-381-7900-050-3 05-09-2013 $1,545.30
Verizon:
Account Number: Telephone Number: Billing Date: Amount:
10-5492-2826441184-06 956-973-1606-121018 4-16-2013 $207.99
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 Verizon and AT&T invoices.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Olivarez informed the Court that Legislation passed a new law that deals with the hospital fee which is based on participation and support, which will eventually become some of the matching funds for IGT match. He clarified that some this was previously called the Local Participation Fee but is now named the Mandatory Fee. This law passed after changing some of the language.
Eddie Olivarez for the Record: We still have to meet with CMS, and meet with all those folks. Eventhough the law passed, we still need to go through the procedures getting approval from the Federal Government, etc.
| Vendor | Account # | Billing Date | Amount |
| AT&T | 857868885 | March 14 - April 15 | $57.35 |
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
(May 1 - May 31)
2. Approval to process credit for telephone services (ATT vendor # 328626) for Edinburg Clinic -$1,033.00
(May 1)
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 11.C.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to process credit for telephone services (ATT Vendor # 278378) for Mission Clinic $-347.37
(May 11 - June 10) with authority for Hidalgo County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Acct# 956 581 8596 751 1
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 11.D.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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
(April 7 - May 6) and
2. Approval to process credit of claim for telephone services (ATT vendor # 328626) for McAllen Clinic -$124.70
(May 7 - June 6)
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items11.F.1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authorization and approval to replenish Health Clinic Bank Account.
3. Requesting authorization and approval to direct Ms. Norma Garcia, Hidalgo County Treasurer, to generate a check in the amount of $204.09 payable to Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Dept. in order to adhere to the above action.
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.G.1, 2 & 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| Vendor | Account No. | Billing Date | Amount |
| Verizon | 956 968-7541 711217 10 5492 2863047639 10 |
04/01/13 | $285.26 |
| 05/01/13 | $285.26 | ||
| Total | $570.52 |
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
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
Arnold Patrick and Judge Rick Rodriguez provided the Court information on the Drug Court and how the residents of this county have benefited from this program.
2. Proclamation declaring May 2013 as "National Drug Court Month" in Hidalgo County
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
Mr. Montoya informed the Court that the recent rains received did help, however; we are still in a drought.
In response to calls he's been receiving, he stated that anyone wishing to help the individuals affected by the various disasters such as in Oklahoma, Cook County and the East Coast, that they can donate money to the Red Cross.
| Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Location | Invoice Amount |
| 06/01/12 | 399567 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 06/01/12 | 399568 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 07/01/12 | 402898 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 07/01/12 | 402899 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 08/01/12 | 406317 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 08/01/12 | 406318 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 09/01/12 | 409707 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 09/01/12 | 409708 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 10/01/12 | 412979 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 10/01/12 | 412980 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 11/01/12 | 416366 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 11/01/12 | 416367 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 12/01/12 | 419301 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 12/01/12 | 419302 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 01/01/13 | 422621 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 01/01/13 | 422622 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 02/01/13 | 427424 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 02/01/13 | 427425 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 03/01/13 | 430558 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 03/01/13 | 430559 | Vault | $25.00 |
| 04/01/13 | 433772 | Main Bldg | $25.00 |
| 04/01/13 | 433773 | Vault | $25.00 |
| Total | $550.00 |
Commissioner Hector Palacios stepped away.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve all claims/invoices as listed under item 14.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Consideration and approval to authorize the county Judge to sign any and all documents associated with Section 3 compliance requirements.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
NO ACTION taken on items 15.C.1 & 2.
1. (1) Unit in the Countywide area in the amount of $43,680 to G & G Contractors.
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
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of CC ranking the sole member of the County’s approved “pool” of professional review appraisal services providers as qualified to continue to the next step of the process in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program GLO Contract No. 12-589-000-6887/DRS220068 Alberta Drain project.
| Review Appraisal Services | Grade | Ranked |
| HLH Appraisal Services | 94.33 | 1 |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the sole bidder.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional (review appraisal service) contract with the sole member “qualified” firm HLH Appraisal Services for the provision of professional review appraisal services for the Precinct No. 4 – Alberta Drain 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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the exemption.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) appraisal service firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the Precinct No. 4, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program GLO Contract No. 12-589-000-6887/DRS220068 Alberta Drain project.
| Appraisal | Grade | Ranked |
| Leonel Garza Jr. and Associates | 94.33 | 1 |
| Professional Appraisal Services | 91.33 | 2 |
| HLH Appraisal Services | 89.66 | 3 |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve in the order of the scores.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional appraisal service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Leonel Garza Jr. and Associates for the provision of Appraisal Services for the Precinct No. 4 – Alberta Drain 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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Hector Palacios joined the meeting.
Ms. Ramon informed the Court that tonight will be the first of a series of meetings for review of the proposed Vote Centers.
She also reminded the Court of the Security Workshop to be held on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at the Health Department.
| Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Vendor | Amount |
| 05/06/13 | 9703775627 | Verizon Wireless | $156.44 |
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
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the 500 loads of caliche donation with an estimated value of $40,000.00.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
A. Approval of amendment to overtime program agreement (Investigation No. SW-TXS-0861) between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo Co. Sheriff's Office reducing the award amount from $14,000.00 to $13,000.00.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Approval to unappropriate funds in the amount of $1,000.00 in order to comply with amended overtime agreement as stated above.
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
a. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for 2012 capital lease expenditures.
b. Approval of 2012 appropriation of revenues and expenditures in the total amount of $141,500.37 to fund capital lease expenditures (agreements) for various departments.
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 18.A.2.a & b.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for proceeds from the sale of assets by Precinct No.1 to Drainage District#1
Commissioner Flores stepped away.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 2 HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of 2013 appropriation(s) of funds from the proceeds of sale of assets by Precinct No.1 in the total amount of $874,424.00
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: 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 19.A.1 & 2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve Roy's Hauling, the sole bidder.
Vote: 4 - 0
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Approval to purchase One (1) new 2012 DOOSAN DL-250TC Loader through County's membership/participation with Buyboard awarded vendor, H & V Equipment (Contract #345-10) in the amount of $145,000.00, but not limited to administration fee's & delivery for project #2013-176 MEG
On motion by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 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 Mon Mack Road project in Pct No. 4.
| Evaluator | TEDSI Infrastructure | Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc | Building Transportation Infrastruture, Inc DBA BTI , Inc |
| Evaluator 1 | 98 | 96 | 94 |
| Ranking | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of TEDSI Infrastructure for: the provision of professional engineering services for Mon Mack Road project in Pct No. 4.
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
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
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 Roosevelt Road project in Pct No. 4.
| Evaluator | TEDSI, Infrastruture Group | Le Fevre Environmental & Management Consultant | Terracon Consultants |
| Evaluator 1 | 98 | 95 | 93 |
| Ranking | 1 | 2 | 3 |
On motion byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 4 JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to rank in the order of the scores.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of TEDSI Infrastructure Group for: the provision of professional engineering services for Roosevelt Road project in Pct No. 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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Joseph Palacios stepped away.
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. 3 JOE M. FLORES, seconded byCOMMISSIONER, PCT. 1 A.C. CUELLAR, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., specifications - requirements, legal notice, draft contract etc.) as attached hereto for - Hidalgo County-Maintenance & Repair for Elevators Located in County Owned Buildings" RFB 2013-020, including the authority to re-advertise project in the event that no bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required.
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
Commissioner Joseph Palacios joined the meeting.
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 with Airgas.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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
NO ACTION taken on items 20.A through H.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
NO ACTION taken on this item.
Proceed as directed.
Refer to item 7.A.1 & 2.
Valde Guerra for the Record: This is being facilitated by Ms. Josephine Ramirez' Office, this is a TRO issue.
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
Valde Guerra for the Record: This will be facilitated by Ms. Josephine Ramirez' Office. This is a TRO issue as well.
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
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 offer in the amount of $400.00.
Vote: 5 - 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. 3 JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to Adjourn.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 28th 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 28, 2013.
Signed this 30 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