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Minutes for CC REGULAR

SPECIAL MEETING - November 12, 2013

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 12th day of November 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-OFFICIO 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
November 12, 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 reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
3.
 
Prayer

Virginia Townsend led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
 
4.
 
Approval of Consent Agenda

The Court moved to approve the Consent Agenda for the exception of Item 7.B to be pulled for discussion.
 
5.
 
Open Forum

>Virginia Townsend commented that she just wanted to know how the County was doing on saving money.

>Opal BIllman stated that the Court dismissed the divorce case and helped themselves with everything her and her late husband owned. The judge appointed their son to as Court Manager of the community property belonging to his parents which she stated the judge had no authority to do so.

>Barbara Storz informed the Court that they will be having their District 12 Continuing Education Conference for County Officials being held in Laredo, December 19, 2013.
 
6.
 
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
AI-41663
Presentation by Hugo Berlanga regarding BP Deepwater Horizon restoration funding

Mr. Berlanga made his presentation to the Court and Audience in regards to funding that will be available to Texas for environmental and economic development projects as part of the BP Deepwater Horizon settlement. Berlanga informed the court that the County could potentially apply for the funding to promote the development of projects such as the Delta Watershed Reclamation Project and the Raymondville Drain; He mentioned this funding could help considerably to leverage federal and state funding as well.

Commissioner Joe M. Flores stepped out of the meeting.
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-41461
Proclamation Declaring November As "Official Home Care and Hospice Month"
Attachments:
 
C.
AI-41732
Request from United Blood Drive Services to set up BloodMobile at John Austin Peña Memorial Center from 8:30am-11:30am on November 15, 2013 during the Health Department's "Employee Diabetes Day" Event

     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

At this time, the Court proceeded to Item 11.A.
Attachments:
 
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 by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval as it pertains to Item 21.D; Potential Claim - Josephine Carnell, individual and a/n/f of Dayson Joseph Mendoza and David Mendoza, Jr.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously


2. Requesting engagement with the firm of ATLAS, HALL & RAMIREZ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement

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 as it pertains to Item 21.D; Potential Claim - Josephine Carnell, individual and a/n/f of Dayson Joseph Mendoza and David Mendoza, Jr.

Vote: 5 - 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

Mr. Alex Palacios informed the Court and Audience of the updated plans that were prepared and handed out the two newly created floor plans. He stated that on Option A, the Commissioners Court Chambers would seat 106 and Option B would seat 170. Mr. Valde Guerra suggested the Exective Session Room be widened by five (5) feet.

Commissioner Joe M. Flores joined the meeting during the presentation.

Commission A.C. Cuellar, Jr. stepped away from the meeting prior to the vote.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to move forth with Option B along with suggestion by Mr. Guerra on modification to Executive Session Room.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

2) Update on Courthouse Portable Building Project, other ongoing county owned building construction and renovation repair projects

NO ACTION taken on this Item.

3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting

NO ACTION taken on this Item.

Commissioner A.C. Cuellar, Jr. joined the meeting.
Attachments:
 
C.
AI-41722
Approval to process payment of invoices/claims from The Monitor for publication/distribution services of the County Newsletter, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor as follows:
 
Vendor Invoice # Invoice Date Amount
The Monitor 1000000 8/30/13 $1,650.00
The Monitor 1000000 9/30/13 $1,650.00
The Monitor 1000000 10/31/13 $1,650.00
 

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:
 
D.
AI-41716
Approval to accept settlement check from Germania Insurance Company in the amount of $373.30 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Facility Management)

     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

At this time, the Court proceeded to Item 10.A.
 
8.
 
District Courts:
 
A.
AI-41588
206th District Court (1100):
1. Approval to increase interpreter pay allowance to one (1) Assistant Court Coordinator position, (Slot #003), in the amount of $3,000.00, effective next full pay period, 11/18/2013.
2. Approval of revised salary schedule. 
 

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 of Items 1 & 2.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
B.
AI-41627
Indigent Defense:
Requesting Commisioners' Court Approval to submit Fiscal Year 2014 Hidalgo County Indigent Defense Formula Grant Application.
 

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:
 
9.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-41468
Sheriff's Office-FBI (1284):
1. Approval to accept overtime funding agreement from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the total amount of $17,202.25.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, HECTOR “TITO” PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR. , the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote:  5 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.

     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

3. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditors for the FY2014 FBI Overtime 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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $17,202.25.

     On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, HECTOR “TITO” PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

     Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-41746
1.  Approval and authorization to set up a collection site at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office East Side Substation.

     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
 
2.  Approval and authorization for a change fund of Fifty Dollars ($50), pursuant to Local Government Code 130.902.

     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:
 
10.
 
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
 
A.
AI-41695
Approval of 2013 Tax Roll Totals, as per Sec. 26.09(e), of the Texas Property Tax Code.
 

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

 
11.
 
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
 
A.
AI-41449
Approval of Proclamation Declaring November 14, 2013 as "Hidalgo County Diabetes Day"

This Item was taken out of order and Commissioner Joe M. Flores was not present for the vote.

     On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, HECTOR “TITO” PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

     Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously


 
 
B.
AI-41444
Discussion and approval of Non-Disclosure Agreement between Network Sciences, Inc, Medimpact Healthcare Systems, Inc & Hidalgo County.
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Attachments:
 
C.
 
Health Care Funding District:
 
1.
 
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures

NO ACTION taken on this Item.
 
D.
 
Indigent Health Care Program:
 
1.
 
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.
 
12.
 
Emergency Management - Oscar Montoya:
 
A.
AI-41701
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to execute an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and City of McAllen for the purpose of purchasing communications equipment through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant for the continued development of the regional radio system.

2. Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the 20% cash match requirement to the City of McAllen in the amount of $227,074.80 as stated in Exhibit A of the Interlocal with the City of McAllen for purpose of purchasing communications equipment through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
 
3. Discussion, consideration and approval to execute an Amendment to the present Lease -Purchase Agreement between Hidalgo County and Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the purpose of amending the terms of the contract to make a one time payment of $1,135,374.00 from funds provided by the Assistance to Firefighters Grant facilitated by the City of McAllen on behalf of the Hidalgo County Fire Marshal’s Office.

Commissioner Hector Palacios stepped out of the meeting prior to the vote.

Mr. Eufracio, County Auditor, requested the invoice for his records.

     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 on Items 1, 2, and 3.

     Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
13.
 
Urban County - Diana Serna:
 
A.
AI-41488
Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Mercedes is requesting authority to purchase drop book return and a drop cart with float tray for their Public Library. Purchase will be made from Brodart Co. (contract # 407-12) an approved vendor through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with State of Texas Buy Board. The total amount of purchase is $6,560.64 (quote attached) for the Mercedes Library funded through FY 26 (2013) Mercedes – Public Service (general) line item and the city’s general funds.
 

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

Attachments:
 
B.
AI-41497
1. Urban County Program is requesting approval to reduce the amount of the contract with R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation under the General Land Office (GLO) Contract No. 10-5066-000-5043/DRS010068 (formerly known as TDRA) for the Precinct No. 2 Minnesota Drain Project from $129,217.68 to $118,209.82.

     On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

     Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Urban County Program is requesting approval to reduce the amount of the contract with L&G Engineering Laboratory, L.L.C. under the General Land Office (GLO) Contract No. 10-5066-000-5043/DRS010068 (formerly known as TDRA) for the Precinct No. 4 Trenton Drain Project from $8,566.87 to $6,396.04.

     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
Attachments:
 
14.
 
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
 
A.
AI-41578
Barbara Storz and Brad Cowan would like to present Mr. Ray Prewett with a Proclamation in recognition of Mr. Prewett's 30 years of outstanding service to Rio Grande Valley agriculture, The Texas County Agricultural Agents Association presented him the prestigous "Man of the Year in Texas Agriculture" Award.
 

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

Attachments:
 
15.
 
Head Start Program - Teresa Flores:
 
A.
AI-41740
Discussion, Approval and Appointment of One (1) Community Representative by Each Members of the Commissioners' Court to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for a One (1) Year Term According to 45 CFR Chapter XIII, 1304.50(b)(7) Beginning October 2013 (Commissioner Hector "Tito" Palacios)

NO ACTION taken on this Item.
 
16.
 
Colonia Access Program: Agapito Vargas:
 
A.
AI-41717
1. Discussion and approval to amend AI-39955 approved by Commissioner's Court on 8/06/2013 to revise 3rd Call BCAP Projects   

2. Requesting deletion of five 3rd Round BCAP projects:

Precinct 1:
De Anda Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080215)
Valley View Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080779)
Village Grove Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080790)

Precinct 3:
Jardin Terrace Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080348)
Blue Star Enterprises Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080111)

3. Requesting to Add the following new projects:
            
Precinct 1:
Lorenzana Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080422)
Heidelburg Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080314)
Barbosa-Lopez No.3 Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080642)
Flora Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080270)
La Pampa Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080394)
Martin Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080894)
Southern Valley Estates Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080691)
               
Precinct 2:
Las Fuentes Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080411)

Precinct 3:
Havana Lomas No.4 Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080310)
Havana Lomas No.5 Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080311)

4. Requesting to include the remaining projects to new Financial Agreement:

Precinct 1:
Ash County Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080855)
La Milpa Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080388)
Tijerina Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080727)
Delta West Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080220)
                
Precinct 3:
Palm Lake Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080536)
Verde Tropical Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080780)
Ramirez I Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080587)
Ramirez II Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080588)
Ramirez III Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080589)
Regal Estates Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080606)
Randolph Barnett No.1 (CSJ: 3C1080600)
                
Precinct 4:
Trenton Terrace Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080752)
Hoehn Drive Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080329)
Rankin Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080603)
Engelman Subdivision (CSJ: 3C1080260)

NO ACTION on Items 1 - 4.
Attachments:
 
17.
 
Planning Department - Raul Sesin:
 
A.
AI-41550
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Riviera Ranches Phase II Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Garco, Ltd.)
b. Moulin Rouge Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd)
c. Palace Station Phase I Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd.)
d. Paris Ranches Subdivision – Pct. 1 (BIC Development, Inc.)
e. Bally’s Estates Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd.)
f. MGM Grand Ranches Phase I Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Garco, Ltd)
g. Falcon’s Nest Phase I Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Garco, Ltd)
h. Riviera Ranches Phase I Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Garco, Ltd)
 

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 on Items 1.a - 1.h.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
18.
 
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
 
A.
AI-41742
Hidalgo County Commuter Rail District:
1.  Accept resignation of the Precinct 3 member of the HCCRD Board of Directors

     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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

2.  Appointment of James Barnes as Pct. 3 member of the HCCRD Board of Directors

     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 Hector "Tito" Palacios joined the meeting.
Attachments:
 
19.
 
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.
AI-41674
Acceptance  and approval of the final negotiated contracts and/or documents between Hidalgo County and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and  Dearborn National ( No. 1 ranked providers) for the "Third Party Administration, Individual Stop Loss for Self Funded Medical Plan, Group Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment", project. (No.: 2013-143-10-16-CGA)

     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

At this time, the Court recessed and proceeded to the Drainage District Meeting.
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-41519
Requesting Authority to advertise and approval of qualifications, requirements, and scope of services as attached hereto for: “Hidalgo County Pool of Professional Services” for the following:
1. Architectural Services (RFQ No. 2014-002-12-11-YSS)
2. Engineering Services (RFQ No. 2014-003-12-11-YZV)
3. Engineering Services Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing (RFQ No. 2014-004-12-11-SMA)
4. Construction Management Services (RFQ No. 2014-005-12-11-MSS)
5. Appraiser Services (RFQ No. 2014-006-12-11-SGS)
6. Surveyor Services (RFQ No. 2014-007-12-11-MEG)
for selection on an “as needed basis” (through a grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol - as established by CC) per project by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, Precincts, all County Departments and/or applicable Programs or Agencies requiring said services effective February 09, 2014 through March 15, 2015.
 

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 on Items 1 - 6.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

 
B.
 
Pct. 3
 
1.
AI-41481
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Goverment Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services;

     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

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 the Shary Road Project; 
 
  L&G Engineers Izaguirre Engineering ERO Engineering
EVALUATOR 1 99 88 92
RANKING                    1                              3                       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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services contract with the No. 1 Ranked firm of L & G ENGINEERS for the provision of, "Professional Engineering Services for the Shay Road Project. 

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

     Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
C.
 
Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-41490
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional engineering services. 

     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

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 construction materials testing services for the (Mile 17 ½ (projects limits between Ware Road & Rooth Road) in Pct No. 4.
 
Evaluator Terracon Professional Services Industries (PSI) Trinity Soils Investigation Laboratories (TSI )
Evaluator 99 97 95
Ranking  1  2  3

     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

C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional architectural service (on call services) contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of TERRACON for: of professional construction materials testing services for the (Mile 17 ½ (projects limits between Ware Road & Rooth Road) in Pct No. 4. 

     On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, HECTOR “TITO” PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

     Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-41679
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional surveying services.

     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

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 surveying services for the Brewster Park in Pct No. 4.

Evaluation Aranda & Associates R. Gutierrez engineering  Salinas Engineering Services
Evaluator 1 97 95 93
Ranking  1  2  3

     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

C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveying services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ARANDA & ASSOCIATES for: the Brewster Park projects 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
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-41735
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional surveying services.

     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

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 surveying services for Project: FM 1925 (FM 907 - East of SH 68) within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.

 Firm L & G Engineering R. Gutierrez Engineering Corp  Innovative Civil Eng Svcs, Ltd.
 Evaluator  98  95  94
 Ranking  1  2  3
 
     On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORESseconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

     Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveying services contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of L & G ENGINEERING for Project: FM 1925 (FM 907 - East of SH 68) within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4. 

     On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORESseconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

     Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
D.
 
Sheriff's Department:
 
1.
AI-41757
Pursuant to contract with Chanin Engineering, LLC, (article 12) to C-13-133-07-09 a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of MEP Solutions Engineering and Sam Garcia Architects in connection with "Hidalgo County Adult Detention Center and Law Enforcement Facility Repairs and/or Replacement."
 

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

 
E.
 
Co. Wide
 
1.
AI-41028
Presentation of sole bid received as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein meeting all specifications for the purpose of award and approval of contract for RFB titled: Hidalgo County (all funding sources)- "EN-1 Road Stabilizer Material" through project No.: 2013-159-09-25-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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Commissioner Joseph Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
 
20.
 
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. 2, HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed to Executive Session.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
A.
 
Real Estate Acquisition
 
B.
 
Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.
AI-41629
Claim of Odette Prado
 
D.
AI-41669
Potential Claim - Josephine Carnell, individual and a/n/f of Dayson Joseph Mendoza and David Mendoza, Jr.
 
E.
AI-41667
Notice of Claim - Estate of Terrell Joseph Rabel, Deborah Marie Rabel, and Minor Children
 
F.
AI-41727
Notice of Claim - Tomasa Hoskinson

NO ACTION taken on Items 20.A - 20.F.
 
21.
 
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-41630
Claim of Odette Prado
 

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 for settlement authority in the amount of $5000.00.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

 
D.
AI-41670
Potential Claim - Josephine Carnell, individual and a/n/f of Dayson Joseph Mendoza and David Mendoza, Jr.

Refer to Items 7.A.1 & 2.
 
E.
AI-41668
Notice of Claim - Estate of Terrell Joseph Rabel, Deborah Marie Rabel, and Minor Children

NO ACTION taken on this Item.
 
F.
AI-41728
Notice of Claim - Tomasa Hoskinson

NO ACTION taken on this Item.
 
22.
 
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

NO ACTION taken on this Item.
 
23.
 
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

NO ACTION taken on this Item.
 
24.
 
Adjourn
 

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, HECTOR PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to Adjourn.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

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 12th day of November, 2013

ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas


By: ______________________________
Virginia Jones, Deputy


I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on November, 2013.

Signed this 12th day of November 2013




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


By: ____________________________
(Seal) Virginia Jones, Deputy