SPECIAL MEETING - August 18, 2015
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 18th day of August A.D., 2015, 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 EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU 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:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING August 18, 2015 9:30 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held at the Edinburg Council Chambers 415 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
1.
Roll Call
All members of the Court were in attendance.
All members of the Court were in attendance.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
Judge Garcia led the Court and Audience in reciting the 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.
Virginia Townsend led the Court and Audience in Prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The Court moved to approved the Consent Agenda for the exception of Item.7.A - 7.H. to be pulled for discussion.
Court proceeded to Item.12.A.
The Court moved to approved the Consent Agenda for the exception of Item.7.A - 7.H. to be pulled for discussion.
Court proceeded to Item.12.A.
5.
Open Forum
Commissioner Palacios and Commissioner Cuellar stepped away from the meeting.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Opal Billman came in front of the Court to express her disagreement in regards to her community property. She stated that the property was sold without her consent to the City of Mission after her husband's death.
Commissioner Cuellar joined the meeting.
Maria Gomez, Brad Cano, Neli Curiel, Rosie Tijerina, LUPE, came to thanked The Budget Department and the Office of the Attorney General, in regards to the Public Lighting Program.
Rosie Tijerina mentioned that due to the consistent rains the potholes that were already in existence have become even worst. Although she acknowledges some of the roads being covered with caliche she said it’s still not good enough for the amount of traffic going through. Neli Curiel added to this comment saying the potholes are affecting their tires.
Fern McClaugherty stated that there are names of deceased people still in the voting list and that somehow those names appeared as current voters. She also addressed the issues in regards to the proposed escalators in the new courthouse, stating that having them could be a safety issue and consistent maintenance.
Virginia Townsend approached the Court to express how pleased she was to be back at the Administration Building.
Josue Ramirez, ARISE, upgraded the Court in regards the youth group and their South Tower Power project. Once again he restated issues of the waste water outfall in the South Tower area. He added that there will be a public meeting in regards to the issues; he formally invited Commissioner Cantu and his staff.
Commissioner Palacios and Commissioner Cuellar stepped away from the meeting.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Opal Billman came in front of the Court to express her disagreement in regards to her community property. She stated that the property was sold without her consent to the City of Mission after her husband's death.
Commissioner Cuellar joined the meeting.
Maria Gomez, Brad Cano, Neli Curiel, Rosie Tijerina, LUPE, came to thanked The Budget Department and the Office of the Attorney General, in regards to the Public Lighting Program.
Rosie Tijerina mentioned that due to the consistent rains the potholes that were already in existence have become even worst. Although she acknowledges some of the roads being covered with caliche she said it’s still not good enough for the amount of traffic going through. Neli Curiel added to this comment saying the potholes are affecting their tires.
Fern McClaugherty stated that there are names of deceased people still in the voting list and that somehow those names appeared as current voters. She also addressed the issues in regards to the proposed escalators in the new courthouse, stating that having them could be a safety issue and consistent maintenance.
Virginia Townsend approached the Court to express how pleased she was to be back at the Administration Building.
Josue Ramirez, ARISE, upgraded the Court in regards the youth group and their South Tower Power project. Once again he restated issues of the waste water outfall in the South Tower area. He added that there will be a public meeting in regards to the issues; he formally invited Commissioner Cantu and his staff.
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-50902
Proclamation declaring August 31, 2015 as The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Day in Hidalgo County.
Julia Sullivan introduced to the Court the Proclamation declaring August 31, 2015 as The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Hidalgo County. She introduced UTRGV President, Guy Bailey and Vice President for University Advancement, Veronica Gonzalez, together with UTRGV students Alberto Adame and Simona Lizondo accepted the Resolution. In recognition of the new University the Edinburg Courthouse will fly the UTRGV flag on August 31, 2015.
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
Julia Sullivan introduced to the Court the Proclamation declaring August 31, 2015 as The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in Hidalgo County. She introduced UTRGV President, Guy Bailey and Vice President for University Advancement, Veronica Gonzalez, together with UTRGV students Alberto Adame and Simona Lizondo accepted the Resolution. In recognition of the new University the Edinburg Courthouse will fly the UTRGV flag on August 31, 2015.
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:
B.
AI-50903
Proclamation designating the Month of September as Valley Voter Month in Hidalgo County.
Hidalgo County Elections Administrator Yvonne Ramon and members of the Advocacy Alliance Center of Texas (AACT) together with Cameron County Elections Administrator Remi Garza came before the Court to promote voting in the Valley. Albert Morales representative of (AACT) stated that there has been an increase in voting turnouts since the last major election. Veronica Garza former State Representative and member of the Advocacy Alliance Center of Texas, was pleased to inform the audience that with the help of Representative Sergio Muñoz, Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa and former Chief of Staff Richard Sanchez the Proclamation was passed by the 84th legislature of the State of Texas.
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
Hidalgo County Elections Administrator Yvonne Ramon and members of the Advocacy Alliance Center of Texas (AACT) together with Cameron County Elections Administrator Remi Garza came before the Court to promote voting in the Valley. Albert Morales representative of (AACT) stated that there has been an increase in voting turnouts since the last major election. Veronica Garza former State Representative and member of the Advocacy Alliance Center of Texas, was pleased to inform the audience that with the help of Representative Sergio Muñoz, Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa and former Chief of Staff Richard Sanchez the Proclamation was passed by the 84th legislature of the State of Texas.
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-50839
Presentation by Rolando Rios on the Texas Voter ID Law.
Mr. Rios confirmed that voters will be able to cast their ballots with the regular Voters Registration Card with no need for a photo I.D. In reference to the passing of the law without the photo I.D. Mr. Rios recognized Judge Ramon Garcia as one of the judges that contribute to this case.
No Acton taken on this Item.
Mr. Rios confirmed that voters will be able to cast their ballots with the regular Voters Registration Card with no need for a photo I.D. In reference to the passing of the law without the photo I.D. Mr. Rios recognized Judge Ramon Garcia as one of the judges that contribute to this case.
No Acton taken on this Item.
D.
AI-50957
Presentation regarding Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE)
Bobby Villarreal approached to Court in regards to the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) he introduced Ken Jones and Charlene Heydinger, Executive Director of Keeping PACE in Texas. Ms. Heydinger stated that that this program is to no cost to the County or to anyone who does not wish to participate in it. The program is designated to help enable commercial, multi-family or agricultural property owners to get low-cost loans for water conservation and energy efficiency. The only cost is to those property owners who wish to participate. There will be a conference in regards to the program on August 19, 2015 to August 21, 2015.
No Action taken on this Item.
Bobby Villarreal approached to Court in regards to the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) he introduced Ken Jones and Charlene Heydinger, Executive Director of Keeping PACE in Texas. Ms. Heydinger stated that that this program is to no cost to the County or to anyone who does not wish to participate in it. The program is designated to help enable commercial, multi-family or agricultural property owners to get low-cost loans for water conservation and energy efficiency. The only cost is to those property owners who wish to participate. There will be a conference in regards to the program on August 19, 2015 to August 21, 2015.
No Action taken on this Item.
Attachments:
E.
AI-50956
Approval of resolution and order in accordance with SB1964 assessing additional fees for filing court cases and/or recording certain documents
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
The new bill proposes having a $20 dollar increase in filing fees for civil cases, district courts, statutory probate courts, and county courts at law, set to take effect on January 1, 2016. The second is a $10.00 fee proposed for all real property recordings filed in the County Clerk's Office, beginning October 1, 2015. In reference to the County Clerk’s Office, Chief Deputy, Annette Muñiz requested to wait until January 1, 2016, due to current software upgrades being conducted at the County Clerk's Office.
Commissioner Flores 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 of approval to have both fees go into effect January 1, 2016.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.5.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
The new bill proposes having a $20 dollar increase in filing fees for civil cases, district courts, statutory probate courts, and county courts at law, set to take effect on January 1, 2016. The second is a $10.00 fee proposed for all real property recordings filed in the County Clerk's Office, beginning October 1, 2015. In reference to the County Clerk’s Office, Chief Deputy, Annette Muñiz requested to wait until January 1, 2016, due to current software upgrades being conducted at the County Clerk's Office.
Commissioner Flores 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 of approval to have both fees go into effect January 1, 2016.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.5.
Attachments:
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-50783
DA's Office- Border Prosecution Grant/BPU ( 1281):
Approval to apply for the FY 2015-2016 Border Prosecution Unit Grant.
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
Approval to apply for the FY 2015-2016 Border Prosecution Unit Grant.
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:
B.
AI-50745
Border Prosecution Initiative/BPU (1281):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for two (2) Assistant District Attorneys currently being paid by the Border Prosecution Unit grant pending the award of the 2015-2016 grant.
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
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for two (2) Assistant District Attorneys currently being paid by the Border Prosecution Unit grant pending the award of the 2015-2016 grant.
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:
C.
AI-50527
DA's Title IV-E (1100):
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1,2015-September 30,2016.
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
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transperancy Act (FFATA)
c. Signature Authority Designation Form
d. Internal Control Certification
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 2.A - D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1,2015-September 30,2016.
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
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transperancy Act (FFATA)
c. Signature Authority Designation Form
d. Internal Control Certification
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 2.A - D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
8.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
AI-50650
Requesting approval of Official Bond Renewal for Elections Administrator Yvonne Ramon.
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
Attachments:
9.
Constables:
A.
AI-50794
Constable Pct. 3:
Discussion , consideration, and approval to appoint Jose Cruz and Daniel Crain as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Precinct 3, in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
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
Discussion , consideration, and approval to appoint Jose Cruz and Daniel Crain as Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Precinct 3, in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
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:
B.
AI-50863
Constable Pct. #4:
Discussion, consideration and action on Management Control Agreement regarding Texas Department of Public Safety and FBI Criminal Justice Information System between Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 and IT Department.
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
Discussion, consideration and action on Management Control Agreement regarding Texas Department of Public Safety and FBI Criminal Justice Information System between Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 and IT Department.
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
10.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-50646
1. Submission of 2015 effective and rollback tax rates.
2. Discussion of 2015 planning calendar.
3. Discussion of 2015 tax rates
Paul Villarreal, Hidalgo County Tax Assessor, discussed with the Court the future submission of the 2015 effective and rollback tax rates and the 2015 planning calendar. Judge Garcia stated that currently the tax rate is of $.59 per $100.00 evaluation and they intent to leave it as is.
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
RECORD VOTE:
AYE:Commissioner A.C. Cuellar, Jr., Commissioner Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu, Commissioner Joe Flores, Commissioner Joseph Palacios and Judge Ramon Garcia.
NAY:NONE
4. Record vote on proposed 2015 tax rate and schedule two (2) public hearings if proposed tax rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback rates.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on schedule for two public hearings set for September 1, 2015 and September 15, 2015.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Discussion of 2015 planning calendar.
3. Discussion of 2015 tax rates
Paul Villarreal, Hidalgo County Tax Assessor, discussed with the Court the future submission of the 2015 effective and rollback tax rates and the 2015 planning calendar. Judge Garcia stated that currently the tax rate is of $.59 per $100.00 evaluation and they intent to leave it as is.
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
RECORD VOTE:
AYE:Commissioner A.C. Cuellar, Jr., Commissioner Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu, Commissioner Joe Flores, Commissioner Joseph Palacios and Judge Ramon Garcia.
NAY:NONE
4. Record vote on proposed 2015 tax rate and schedule two (2) public hearings if proposed tax rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback rates.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on schedule for two public hearings set for September 1, 2015 and September 15, 2015.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-50918
Operation Stonegarden (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept an extension for the 2013 Operation Stonegarden Grant (New termination date is 8/19/15).
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. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
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
1. Authorization and approval to accept an extension for the 2013 Operation Stonegarden Grant (New termination date is 8/19/15).
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. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents.
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-50743
Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy (AT&T, DIR-SDD 1777), presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request Form (Data Link Card Request) for the following:
Judge Garcia stepped away from the meeting.
Approval for requisition #281478 for (5) five Data Link Hosted Access for vehicle modems ($37.99 each per month).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.14.A.
Judge Garcia stepped away from the meeting.
Approval for requisition #281478 for (5) five Data Link Hosted Access for vehicle modems ($37.99 each per month).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.14.A.
Attachments:
12.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
A.
AI-50773
Introduction by Andrea Valdez, County Coordinator and Kimberly Guillen, Community Outreach Program Specialist of the 2015-2016 Hidalgo County 4-H Ambassadors, Hidalgo County Council Officers and District 12 Council Officers.
The new 2015 – 2016 County Council Officers and 4-H Ambassadors were proudly introduced by Andrea Valdez, who stated the importance of the members within the county. The purpose and goals are to provide leadership and citizenship skills, by becoming involved in the county, district, and state, national and international activities. The Officers and Ambassadors are also spoke persons that become involved in community service and help promote the organization.
The new 2015 – 2016 Hidalgo County Council Officers are Claudia Martinez, Vanessa Martinez, Bianca Garcia, Michael Buillon, Charles Lee, Briana Bullion, Tyler Denny, Clare Lee and Deana Ciomperlik.
The new 2015 – 2016 Hidalgo County Ambassadors are Bianca Garcia, Brody Hill, Tyler Denny, Cynthia Cantu, Olivia Vela, Briana Bullion, Amanda Salinas, Mathew Salinas, Michael Bullion, Krista Olivarez, Claudia Martinez, Vanessa Martinez, Leandra Flores, James Andrew Cano, Amanda Cantu and Derek Cerelli.
Court Proceeded to Item.18.A.
The new 2015 – 2016 County Council Officers and 4-H Ambassadors were proudly introduced by Andrea Valdez, who stated the importance of the members within the county. The purpose and goals are to provide leadership and citizenship skills, by becoming involved in the county, district, and state, national and international activities. The Officers and Ambassadors are also spoke persons that become involved in community service and help promote the organization.
The new 2015 – 2016 Hidalgo County Council Officers are Claudia Martinez, Vanessa Martinez, Bianca Garcia, Michael Buillon, Charles Lee, Briana Bullion, Tyler Denny, Clare Lee and Deana Ciomperlik.
The new 2015 – 2016 Hidalgo County Ambassadors are Bianca Garcia, Brody Hill, Tyler Denny, Cynthia Cantu, Olivia Vela, Briana Bullion, Amanda Salinas, Mathew Salinas, Michael Bullion, Krista Olivarez, Claudia Martinez, Vanessa Martinez, Leandra Flores, James Andrew Cano, Amanda Cantu and Derek Cerelli.
Court Proceeded to Item.18.A.
Attachments:
13.
Executive Officer - Valde Guerra:
A.
AI-50927
Approval of Agreement for Temporary Easement - Electric Transmission Texas, LLC, (Lots One through Eight (1-8), inclusive, Eyhorn Landfill Subdivision No. 1, Hidalgo County, Texas, as per map or plat thereof recorded in Volume 49, Pages 175-177, Map Records of Hidalgo County, Texas (the “Property”).
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
Court proceeded to Item.17.E.
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
Court proceeded to Item.17.E.
B.
AI-50804
Order authorizing collection fee as provided by Article 103.0031, Texas Code of Criminal Procedures
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-50807
BCAP (1312):
1. Discussion and possible action for approval to extend Funding Agreement for Border Colonia Access Program Amendment No.9 Third Call. The amendment extends the contract to February 28, 2017.
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. Approval for County Judge to sign Funding Agreement for Border Colonia Access Program Amendment #9.
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
1. Discussion and possible action for approval to extend Funding Agreement for Border Colonia Access Program Amendment No.9 Third Call. The amendment extends the contract to February 28, 2017.
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. Approval for County Judge to sign Funding Agreement for Border Colonia Access Program Amendment #9.
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:
D.
AI-50795
Approval to accept settlement check from Nationwide Insurance in the amount of $4,919.92 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Precinct 1)
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
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
Attachments:
E.
AI-50833
Approval to accept two (2) settlement checks from Apollo Managing General Agency in the amount of $345.41 & $60.00 to settle auto accident with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office)
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
Court proceeded to Item.15.A.
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
Court proceeded to Item.15.A.
Attachments:
14.
Health & Human Services Department - Eddie Olivarez
A.
AI-50891
Health Clinics - Infectious Disease Control (1293):
1. Requesting approval to accept the Infectious Disease Control - Ebola FY 16 grant contract #2016-003832-00 in the amount of $131,170.00 for the period of 09/01/2015 to 08/31/2017.
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. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the Infectious Disease Control - Ebola grant contract, Certification Regarding Lobbying statement and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification.
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
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $131,170.00.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation.
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
5. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create one (1) Full Time position position as follows:
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
6. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court approval.
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
1. Requesting approval to accept the Infectious Disease Control - Ebola FY 16 grant contract #2016-003832-00 in the amount of $131,170.00 for the period of 09/01/2015 to 08/31/2017.
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. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the Infectious Disease Control - Ebola grant contract, Certification Regarding Lobbying statement and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification.
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
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $131,170.00.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation.
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
5. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create one (1) Full Time position position as follows:
| Slot# | Dept/Program | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| G001 | 340-065 | Epidemiologist II | $54,000.00 |
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
6. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court approval.
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-50712
Health & Human Services RLSS LPHS (1293):
1. Requesting approval to accept the Regional and Local Services System grant contract #2016-001052-00 in the amount of $204,806.00 for the period of 09/01/2015 to 08/31/2017;
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
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the RLSS grant contract, Certification Regarding Lobbying statement and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification statement;
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
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $204,806.00;
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
4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $204,806.00;
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions effective 09/01/2015;
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.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
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
1. Requesting approval to accept the Regional and Local Services System grant contract #2016-001052-00 in the amount of $204,806.00 for the period of 09/01/2015 to 08/31/2017;
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
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the RLSS grant contract, Certification Regarding Lobbying statement and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification statement;
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
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $204,806.00;
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
4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $204,806.00;
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions effective 09/01/2015;
| Action | Slot# | Dept / Program |
Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | G005 | 340-006 | Public Health Technician I | $35,391.00 | $0.00 |
| Create | G006 | 340-006 | System Support Specialist I | $0.00 | $41,280.00 |
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
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:
C.
AI-50605
Requesting approval for Hidalgo County Treasurer's Office - Payroll Division to continue payroll for employee currently funded by the Title V Prenatal FY 15 grant pending receipt of Title V Prenatal FY 16 grant.
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 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
Attachments:
D.
AI-50742
1. Requesting approval to accept the TB/PC Federal grant contract Amendment #2015-001400-01 with a revised amount of $570,949.00. The purpose of the amendment is to add additional funding to extend the contract for four months. Revised end date is 12/31/2015.
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
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $142,737.00.
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
3. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $142,737.00 in grant funds and $28,548.00 in local matching funds.
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
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
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $142,737.00.
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
3. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $142,737.00 in grant funds and $28,548.00 in local matching funds.
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
Attachments:
E.
AI-50832
Health & Human Services - TB Control State Grant(1293):
1. Requesting approval to accept the TB/PC State grant contract #2016-001417-00 in the amount of $605,561.00 for the period of 09/01/2015 to 08/31/2016.
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
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the TB/PC State grant contract, Certification Regarding Lobbying Statement and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification Statement.
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
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $605,561.00.
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
4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $605,561.00 in grant funds and $121,112.00 in local matching 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
5. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective 09/01/2015:
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
6. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
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
TB Control Program Income:
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $27,000.00 for the TB Control program income.
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
2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $27,000.00.
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
1. Requesting approval to accept the TB/PC State grant contract #2016-001417-00 in the amount of $605,561.00 for the period of 09/01/2015 to 08/31/2016.
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
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the TB/PC State grant contract, Certification Regarding Lobbying Statement and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification Statement.
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
3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $605,561.00.
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
4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $605,561.00 in grant funds and $121,112.00 in local matching 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
5. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective 09/01/2015:
| Action | Slot# | Dept/ Program |
Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | G003 | 340-008 | Outreach Specialist I | $27,016.00 | $0.00 |
| Create | G014 | 340-008 | TB Outreach Worker / Medical Asst | $0.00 | $29,656.00 |
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
6. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
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
TB Control Program Income:
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $27,000.00 for the TB Control program income.
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
2. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $27,000.00.
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:
F.
AI-50835
1. Requesting approval to accept the Infectious Disease Control FY 16 grant contract #2016-003779-00 in the amount of $73,450.00 for the period of 09/01/2015 to 08/31/2016.
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
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the Infectious Disease Control grant contract and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification.
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
3. Approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $73,450.00.
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
4. Approval of the budget appropriation.
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
5. Approval of the salary schedule.
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
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
2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the Infectious Disease Control grant contract and the Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act Certification.
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
3. Approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $73,450.00.
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
4. Approval of the budget appropriation.
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
5. Approval of the salary schedule.
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
Attachments:
G.
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.
No Action taken on this Item.
H.
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.
Court Recessed to Workshop.
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 Recessed to Workshop.
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 to Recessed from Workshop.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Reconvene to Commissioners Court.
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
Court proceeded to Item.13.B.
No Action taken on this Item.
Court Recessed to Workshop.
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 Recessed to Workshop.
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 to Recessed from Workshop.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Reconvene to Commissioners Court.
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
Court proceeded to Item.13.B.
15.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-50938
Acknowledging submission of the general assistance grant from the Texas Veterans Commission in the amount of $300,000.00 with authorization for the County Judge to sign all appropriate documents.
Jaime Longoria stated that this funding is meant for the Veteran population in the county, Project Bravo Zulu meaning “Job Well Done” is a project to help Veterans with financial assistance.
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
Judge Garcia joined the meeting.
Felix Rodriguez from the Veterans Office, mentioned to the Court that as far as he is concern their office is doing the best they can to help Veterans but as always things can always be better.
Jaime Longoria stated that this funding is meant for the Veteran population in the county, Project Bravo Zulu meaning “Job Well Done” is a project to help Veterans with financial assistance.
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
Judge Garcia joined the meeting.
Felix Rodriguez from the Veterans Office, mentioned to the Court that as far as he is concern their office is doing the best they can to help Veterans but as always things can always be better.
16.
Urban County - Diana Serna:
A.
AI-50752
Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into an engineering contract with L&G Engineering in the amount of $35,400.00 for Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)/Subsurface Utility Engineering for the Pct.3 Penitas Drain project utilizing the Texas General Land Office (GLO) funds Contract No. 12-406-000-6453/DRS210068.
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-50779
1. Requesting approval of an "order" granting an exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Gov't. Code, Chapter 262, Section .024 (a)(7) "an item that can be obtained from only one source."
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
2. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" with authority to enter into a "Contribution-In-Aid-of-Construction Agreement" with AEP Texas Central Company in the amount of $36,597.66 for (Zone 2) the installation of primary poles and street lights within the City of Sullivan City .
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
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
2. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" with authority to enter into a "Contribution-In-Aid-of-Construction Agreement" with AEP Texas Central Company in the amount of $36,597.66 for (Zone 2) the installation of primary poles and street lights within the City of Sullivan City .
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
Attachments:
C.
AI-50778
1. Requesting approval of an "order" granting an exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Gov't. Code, Chapter 262, Section .024 (a)(7) "an item that can be obtained from only one source."
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
2. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" with authority to enter into a "Contribution-In-Aid-of-Construction Agreement" with AEP Texas Central Company in the amount of $5,586.39 for (Zone 3) the installation of primary poles and street lights within the City of Sullivan City .
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU 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
2. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" with authority to enter into a "Contribution-In-Aid-of-Construction Agreement" with AEP Texas Central Company in the amount of $5,586.39 for (Zone 3) the installation of primary poles and street lights within the City of Sullivan City .
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI-50774
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for professional engineering services.
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
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) professional engineering firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 25, 26 & 27 (2012, 2013 & 2014) City of Progreso – Street Improvements funds.
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
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the highest ranked firm Fulcrum Consulting Services for a Urban County Program Years 25, 26 & 27 (2012, 2013 & 2014) City of Progreso – Street Improvements project.
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
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
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) professional engineering firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 25, 26 & 27 (2012, 2013 & 2014) City of Progreso – Street Improvements funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Fulcrum Consulting Services | 91.67% | 1 |
| Javier Hinojosa Engineering | 89.33% | 2 |
| Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. | 86.67% | 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
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the highest ranked firm Fulcrum Consulting Services for a Urban County Program Years 25, 26 & 27 (2012, 2013 & 2014) City of Progreso – Street Improvements project.
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:
E.
AI-50765
The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and approval of contracts with A-One Insulation and G & G Contractors for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:
1. (1) Unit in the City of Weslaco total contract amount of $53,900.00 to A-One Insulation.
2. (1) Unit in the City of Elsa, (1) unit in the City of Mercedes and (1) unit in the Countywide area (Pct. 1) for total contract amount of $164,900.00 to G & G Contractors.
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 on 1 - 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. (1) Unit in the City of Weslaco total contract amount of $53,900.00 to A-One Insulation.
2. (1) Unit in the City of Elsa, (1) unit in the City of Mercedes and (1) unit in the Countywide area (Pct. 1) for total contract amount of $164,900.00 to G & G Contractors.
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 on 1 - 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-50932
Pct. 2 CRC - Alamo:
Requesting approval to accept a donation of the following items from Workforce Solutions to be used at the Alamo CRC Center:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval to accept a donation of the following items from Workforce Solutions to be used at the Alamo CRC Center:
| Quantity | Item |
| 6 | Computers with Monitors, keyboard and mouse |
| 1 | Internet Switch |
| 3 | 24" x 72" Folding Tables |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-50924
1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo, Texas and the City of San Juan, Texas concerning certain road improvements to Owassa Road from Raul Longoria to Alamo Road (FM 907).
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
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding road improvements to Owassa Road from Raul Longoria to Alamo Road (FM 907).
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from 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 of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding road improvements to Owassa Road from Raul Longoria to Alamo Road (FM 907).
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from 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 of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-50785
1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo, City of San Juan, and City of Alamo, concerning certain road improvements to Cesar Chavez Road from Nolana Loop South to Business 83.
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
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding certain Phase I, II, and III road improvements to Cesar Chavez Road from Nolana Loop South to Bus 83.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 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
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding certain Phase I, II, and III road improvements to Cesar Chavez Road from Nolana Loop South to Bus 83.
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:
D.
AI-50890
CO2014 - Pct. 2 (1345)
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the amount of $23,496.00 to fund Supplemental Agreement No. 6 for the Pct 2 Southfork Drainage Project.
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
Court proceeded to Item.19.A.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds in the amount of $23,496.00 to fund Supplemental Agreement No. 6 for the Pct 2 Southfork Drainage Project.
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
Court proceeded to Item.19.A.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Attachments:
E.
AI-50926
Requesting approval to accept counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 8 for the S McColl Road Project (CSJ# 0921-02-288).
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
Court proceeded to Adjourn.
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
Court proceeded to Adjourn.
Attachments:
18.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
AI-50922
Resolution in Honor of U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jacob D. Garcia
Hidalgo County Commissioners Court and present audience honored U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jacob D. Garcia, he proudly represented and served our country and county and was honored the Bronze Star Medal on May 16, 2011. U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jacob D. Garcia was born and raised in Edinburg Texas, to Jose Armando Garcia and Elia R. Garcia. He attended Edinburg High School and graduated in 2007 and as a U.S. Marine was deployed to Afghanistan where he served for five years.
On June of 2010 while serving as the lead sweeper his unit was surrounded by the enemy forces; however he acted unselfish of his own safety and heroically returned to cleared out the area for his unit. He was also involved in over 130 combat patrols, three battalion operations and two company operations. He also identified 36 IEDs totaling 1,300 pounds of explosives.
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
Court proceeded to Item.6.A.
Hidalgo County Commissioners Court and present audience honored U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jacob D. Garcia, he proudly represented and served our country and county and was honored the Bronze Star Medal on May 16, 2011. U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jacob D. Garcia was born and raised in Edinburg Texas, to Jose Armando Garcia and Elia R. Garcia. He attended Edinburg High School and graduated in 2007 and as a U.S. Marine was deployed to Afghanistan where he served for five years.
On June of 2010 while serving as the lead sweeper his unit was surrounded by the enemy forces; however he acted unselfish of his own safety and heroically returned to cleared out the area for his unit. He was also involved in over 130 combat patrols, three battalion operations and two company operations. He also identified 36 IEDs totaling 1,300 pounds of explosives.
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
Court proceeded to Item.6.A.
Attachments:
19.
Budget & Management - Sergio Cruz:
A.
AI-50955
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration, & approval to pay Supplemental Pay for Slot No.0050, Criminal District Attorney, in the amount $3,500.00 as authorized by the 84th Legislature under the General Appropriations Act Article IX, Section 18.12 to be effective on September 1st, 2015.
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
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
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
3. Approval to revise Salary Schedule in accordance to Commissioners Court action.
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
1. Discussion, consideration, & approval to pay Supplemental Pay for Slot No.0050, Criminal District Attorney, in the amount $3,500.00 as authorized by the 84th Legislature under the General Appropriations Act Article IX, Section 18.12 to be effective on September 1st, 2015.
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
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
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
3. Approval to revise Salary Schedule in accordance to Commissioners Court action.
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.
AI-50923
Approval of Plans of proposed State Highway Improvement for SH 107 (CSJ: 0342-02-049) from West Floodway Levee to FM 1015, with authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
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
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
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
Attachments:
C.
AI-50380
TxDOT Precinct No.1 (1315):
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to rescind approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $7,881.93 for Advanced Funding Agreement for the Champion St. to US281 project (CSJ:0863-01-057), Agenda Item 23.A.2 AI-48678, approved by Commissioners' Court on March 17, 2015.
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. Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $11,188.57 for the County's participation for the completion of the acquisition/utility relocation process as per Advanced Funding Agreement for the Champion St. to US281 project (CSJ: 0863-01-057).
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
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to rescind approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $7,881.93 for Advanced Funding Agreement for the Champion St. to US281 project (CSJ:0863-01-057), Agenda Item 23.A.2 AI-48678, approved by Commissioners' Court on March 17, 2015.
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. Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $11,188.57 for the County's participation for the completion of the acquisition/utility relocation process as per Advanced Funding Agreement for the Champion St. to US281 project (CSJ: 0863-01-057).
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
Attachments:
D.
AI-50775
Discussion, consideration and approval to submit the Texas VINE Reimbursement Maintenance Invoice in the amount of $6,928.83 (Four Qtr) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 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 of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-50511
Title IV-E Child Welfare Services (1100):
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #23941009) for October 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016.
Estimated amount of $ 124,147.59
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. Approval for County Judge to sign Budget Form 2030CWIVE.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #23941009) for October 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016.
Estimated amount of $ 124,147.59
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. Approval for County Judge to sign Budget Form 2030CWIVE.
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:
F.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-50744
Const Pct4 US Treasury (1259):
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds for Const Pct4 US Treasury in the amount of $6,931.42 to fund general supplies.
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
Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds for Const Pct4 US Treasury in the amount of $6,931.42 to fund general supplies.
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:
G.
Interfund transfers:
1.
AI-50935
Transfers In-Gen Fund (1293):
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency to Transfers In-General Fund (1293) in the amount of $1,753.00 to fund the total local match required for the TB Control State Grant Contract No. 2016-001417-00 acceptance, AI-50832 (CC 8/18/15).
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
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency to Transfers In-General Fund (1293) in the amount of $1,753.00 to fund the total local match required for the TB Control State Grant Contract No. 2016-001417-00 acceptance, AI-50832 (CC 8/18/15).
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:
2.
AI-50805
Transfers In-General Fund (1293):
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Transfers In-General Fund and Transfers Out-Health Grants Fiscal Year 6 into Fiscal Year 5 to fund the total local match required to accept the TB/PC Federal grant contract Amendment #2015-001400-01, CC 08/18/15 (AI-50742), in the total amount of $28,548.00.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
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
Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from Transfers In-General Fund and Transfers Out-Health Grants Fiscal Year 6 into Fiscal Year 5 to fund the total local match required to accept the TB/PC Federal grant contract Amendment #2015-001400-01, CC 08/18/15 (AI-50742), in the total amount of $28,548.00.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
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
Attachments:
20.
Purchasing Department - Marty Salazar:
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FOWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
AI-50857
A. Pursuant to Hidalgo County Accounting Procedures Manual [pg. 3 of 5] B. Guidelines for Permitted Expenditures-2. Reasonable Costs (including taxes and gratuity): Meals may not exceed $10 per person or $250.00 per event. Refreshments may not exceed $3 per person or $125 per event. The cost of related expenses may not exceed $25.00, action to approve an Exception to the policy/procedure [i.e. to allow/permit the per meal, event amounts & related costs] due to the need to include stakeholders and public involvement in connection with the proposed final Schematic Design changes made by ERO Architects held at the Echo Hotel on July 14, 2015 as it serves public purpose to inform regarding a major County project;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Acceptance and approval of Inv. from the Echo Hotel Conference Center in the amount of $655.96 through PO#728449.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU 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, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Acceptance and approval of Inv. from the Echo Hotel Conference Center in the amount of $655.96 through PO#728449.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-50812
a. Ratification of fully executed Change Order No. 9 in connection with the "Repairs and Renovations-1st and 2nd Floor to the Former Administration Building," to credit (Betterment Allowance) in the amount of $4,427.00 from contracted vendor, D. Wilson Construction, Inc., and as recommended by project architect, Alcocer Garcia Associates;
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. Approve Request for Payment-Application No. 20 (PARTIAL RETAINAGE) in the amount of $39,480.36 from D. Wilson Construction Co. awarded contractor for the, "Repairs and Renovations of 1st and 2nd Floors to the Former Administration Building", and as certified by project architect, Alcocer Garcia Associates, Inc. and reviewed & initialed by construction manager, Prodigy C-12-029-10-23
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
b. Approve Request for Payment-Application No. 20 (PARTIAL RETAINAGE) in the amount of $39,480.36 from D. Wilson Construction Co. awarded contractor for the, "Repairs and Renovations of 1st and 2nd Floors to the Former Administration Building", and as certified by project architect, Alcocer Garcia Associates, Inc. and reviewed & initialed by construction manager, Prodigy C-12-029-10-23
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:
3.
AI-50837
A. Presentation of the scoring/evaluation grid [for the purpose of Commissioner's Court to declare the sole response received as "Qualified' in order to proceed with award and approval of license agreement to: Reyes Shoe Care for RFP 2015-189-06-03-"Exclusive Shoeshine Concession Services effective September 1, 2015 [pursuant to compliance with all HC requirements & complete execution of agreement by all parties]; and,
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
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
B. Action [if applicable and necessary] for Hidalgo County Commissioners Court to select and approve an "alternative" site/area/location [within the first floor of the HC Courthouse and identified in photo attached herein] for the Shoe Shine Concession Stand due to unforeseen/unanticipated logistical and practical problems.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
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
B. Action [if applicable and necessary] for Hidalgo County Commissioners Court to select and approve an "alternative" site/area/location [within the first floor of the HC Courthouse and identified in photo attached herein] for the Shoe Shine Concession Stand due to unforeseen/unanticipated logistical and practical problems.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
4.
AI-50792
a. Authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet [i.e. Exhibit Request for Proposals, Legal Notice, “Exhibit A” Requirements, Exhibit “B” Selection Criteria] as attached hereto [and as reviewed by Safety Division] for: Hidalgo County – “Property and Casualty Insurance” to include Third Party Administration Services] RFP No. 2015-101-10-07-YSS;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
b. Assignment/Designation by Commissioners' Court a Committee [as referenced in procurement packet] to score, grade and evaluate the responses received for eventual ranking and/or award.
The committee members are: Flora Vazquez, Raul Silguero Sergio Cruz, Captain Quintanilla and Bobby Villarreal.
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
Vote Rescinded:
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 rescind previous vote.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for final committee members as follow; Sergio Cruz, Captain Quintanilla and Purchasing Department.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.20.8.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
b. Assignment/Designation by Commissioners' Court a Committee [as referenced in procurement packet] to score, grade and evaluate the responses received for eventual ranking and/or award.
The committee members are: Flora Vazquez, Raul Silguero Sergio Cruz, Captain Quintanilla and Bobby Villarreal.
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
Vote Rescinded:
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 rescind previous vote.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for final committee members as follow; Sergio Cruz, Captain Quintanilla and Purchasing Department.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.20.8.B.
Attachments:
5.
AI-50437
Presentation of bids received [as detailed and attached herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract document with the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and meeting all specification and/or requirements for: Hidalgo County "Traffic Road Signs and Other Related Misc. Equipment" - RFB No. 2015-117-05-20-HGO.
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
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:
6.
AI-50756
Acceptance and approval of one [1] of the two [2] Options [as directed by CC] for the engagement of a professional energy consultant services provider for Hidalgo County with Texas Energy Consultants [#1 ranked vendor]:
Option A: Contract including, but not limited to the following scope of services:
1. Preparing an RFP [drafting procurement packet working with Purchasing Dept. and Legal Counsel] for the provision of electric energy/power to Hidalgo County [for all eligible/applicable departments, elected offices, programs and/or agencies] for distribution to all statutorily competitively compliant vendors [i.e. coops, state/federal programs, aggregation pools, etc.];
2. Receiving of responses to RFP, clarifying responses [if necessary], negotiating terms & conditions [those in HC best interest and requesting best and final offers, tabulating, analysis of offers,scoring/grading and preparing a grid for submission to CC with recommendations [re: terms of contract, renewal or termination options, re-negotiation factors, etc.]for action by same;
3. Facilitating the execution and implementation of new agreement;
4. Audit first quarter billings to ensure energy provider compliance with contract rates, terms and conditions;
5. During first year with new provider, facilitate the addition and/or deletion of accounts or conversion from other existing providers other than Reliant;
with a negotiated fee of $30K to be paid in monthly installments of $2.5K
Option B: Contract including, but not limited to:
1. All services detailed in Option A herein plus;
2. Audit of billing from Reliant for the past three [3] years;
3. Audit of current billing for accuracy;
4. Addition & deletion of meters/accounts/sites;
5. Quarterly report on usage and compliance by awarded electric power provider; at a negotiated fee of $40K (11 @ $3,333.33 plus 1 at $ 3,333.37)
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 for option B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Option A: Contract including, but not limited to the following scope of services:
1. Preparing an RFP [drafting procurement packet working with Purchasing Dept. and Legal Counsel] for the provision of electric energy/power to Hidalgo County [for all eligible/applicable departments, elected offices, programs and/or agencies] for distribution to all statutorily competitively compliant vendors [i.e. coops, state/federal programs, aggregation pools, etc.];
2. Receiving of responses to RFP, clarifying responses [if necessary], negotiating terms & conditions [those in HC best interest and requesting best and final offers, tabulating, analysis of offers,scoring/grading and preparing a grid for submission to CC with recommendations [re: terms of contract, renewal or termination options, re-negotiation factors, etc.]for action by same;
3. Facilitating the execution and implementation of new agreement;
4. Audit first quarter billings to ensure energy provider compliance with contract rates, terms and conditions;
5. During first year with new provider, facilitate the addition and/or deletion of accounts or conversion from other existing providers other than Reliant;
with a negotiated fee of $30K to be paid in monthly installments of $2.5K
Option B: Contract including, but not limited to:
1. All services detailed in Option A herein plus;
2. Audit of billing from Reliant for the past three [3] years;
3. Audit of current billing for accuracy;
4. Addition & deletion of meters/accounts/sites;
5. Quarterly report on usage and compliance by awarded electric power provider; at a negotiated fee of $40K (11 @ $3,333.33 plus 1 at $ 3,333.37)
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 for option B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
7.
AI-50137
A. Under the current contracts for HC Cafeteria Plan, discussion and action on current options [two (2), one (1) year renewals] based on re-negotiation of rates of Pre-Tax Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services/Cafeteria Plan for eligible Hidalgo County Employees; OR, IN THE ALTERNATIVE,
B. Requesting authority to advertise (including the authority to re-advertise the project in the event that no proposals are received and/or rejected and project is still required) and approval of the basic packet [i.e., legal notice, requirements, scope of services, evaluation criteria] with determination of final items listed below for completion of the procurement documents including but not limited to,
1. Number of agents acceptable to Hidalgo County: one [1] or two [2];
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 7.A - 7.G. with one [1] agent.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Agent employee assigned to HC on a schedule basis [as determined by Commissioners Court] to provide services to HC-DBM Employee Benefits Division [in addition to required enrollment period] as well as participating employees on all aspects of pre-tax products;
for the "Hidalgo County-Section 125 Voluntary Insurance and COBRA Administration Services including but not limited to Pre-Tax Products" listed:
a. Accidental
b. Cancer
c. Combined Short and Long Term Disability (Post-Tax)
d. Critical Illness
e. Dental
f. Vision
g. Life Insurance-Changed from Universal to Whole Life (Post-Tax)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item.2.A - G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Requesting authority to advertise (including the authority to re-advertise the project in the event that no proposals are received and/or rejected and project is still required) and approval of the basic packet [i.e., legal notice, requirements, scope of services, evaluation criteria] with determination of final items listed below for completion of the procurement documents including but not limited to,
1. Number of agents acceptable to Hidalgo County: one [1] or two [2];
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 7.A - 7.G. with one [1] agent.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Agent employee assigned to HC on a schedule basis [as determined by Commissioners Court] to provide services to HC-DBM Employee Benefits Division [in addition to required enrollment period] as well as participating employees on all aspects of pre-tax products;
for the "Hidalgo County-Section 125 Voluntary Insurance and COBRA Administration Services including but not limited to Pre-Tax Products" listed:
a. Accidental
b. Cancer
c. Combined Short and Long Term Disability (Post-Tax)
d. Critical Illness
e. Dental
f. Vision
g. Life Insurance-Changed from Universal to Whole Life (Post-Tax)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item.2.A - G.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Selection/designation/assignment of evaluation committee to score, grade and evaluate RFP responses as submitted by participants to the RFP-Hidalgo County-Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services.
Members Elected: Raul Silguero, Flora Vazquez, Valde Guerra, Mingo Villarreal and Sergio Cruz.
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
Members Elected: Raul Silguero, Flora Vazquez, Valde Guerra, Mingo Villarreal and Sergio Cruz.
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:
8.
AI-50797
A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 262.024(a) 7, an item that can be obtained from only one source;
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
B. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Mobile Relays Partners, LTD for the provision of 2-Way, Digital and Analog UHF Radio Communication Service and other related services for Hidalgo County Elected Offices, Departments, Programs and/or Agencies (all funding sources);
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
C. Approval for Hidalgo County Elected Offices, Departments, Programs and/or Agencies to purchase Digital & Analog UHF Radio Communication Services as described above; offered only from Mobile Relays Partners, LTD and as Sole Source on an as needed basis and remaining in effect until otherwise revoked by HCCC.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
D. Acceptance and approval of the following invoices for Pcts. 2 & 3 [attached herein along with authorized & issued Purchase Orders as supporting documentation] from Mobile Relays Partners, LTD.:
1. Precinct #3:
a. AIR0035086 - 06/01/15 - $1,169.82 - PO#719197
b. AIR0035214 - 07/01/15 - $1,169.82 - PO #s 727752, 727753 & Requisition #279771
c. AIR0035341 - 08/01/15 - $1,169.82 - Same as above
2. Precinct #2:
a. AIR0035339 - 08/01/15 - $ 30.00 - PO#719387
b. AIR0035342 - 08/01/15 - $ 36.00 - PO#718909
c. AIR0035340 - 08/01/15 - $ 137.97 - PO#719036
d. AIR0035338 - 08/01/15 - $ 890.90 - PO#719037
e. AIR0035344 - 08/01/15 - $ 79.99 - PO#718910
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 2.A - C and 2.A - E.
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
B. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for Mobile Relays Partners, LTD for the provision of 2-Way, Digital and Analog UHF Radio Communication Service and other related services for Hidalgo County Elected Offices, Departments, Programs and/or Agencies (all funding sources);
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
C. Approval for Hidalgo County Elected Offices, Departments, Programs and/or Agencies to purchase Digital & Analog UHF Radio Communication Services as described above; offered only from Mobile Relays Partners, LTD and as Sole Source on an as needed basis and remaining in effect until otherwise revoked by HCCC.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
D. Acceptance and approval of the following invoices for Pcts. 2 & 3 [attached herein along with authorized & issued Purchase Orders as supporting documentation] from Mobile Relays Partners, LTD.:
1. Precinct #3:
a. AIR0035086 - 06/01/15 - $1,169.82 - PO#719197
b. AIR0035214 - 07/01/15 - $1,169.82 - PO #s 727752, 727753 & Requisition #279771
c. AIR0035341 - 08/01/15 - $1,169.82 - Same as above
2. Precinct #2:
a. AIR0035339 - 08/01/15 - $ 30.00 - PO#719387
b. AIR0035342 - 08/01/15 - $ 36.00 - PO#718909
c. AIR0035340 - 08/01/15 - $ 137.97 - PO#719036
d. AIR0035338 - 08/01/15 - $ 890.90 - PO#719037
e. AIR0035344 - 08/01/15 - $ 79.99 - PO#718910
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 2.A - C and 2.A - E.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-50800
A. Award to primary vendor including approval of final negotiated agreement [as ranked by CC on 06-23-15] for pre-positioned services to Ashbritt, Inc. which includes the following "term" provisions:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.20.A.4.
B. Term of contract:
1. Initial term of contract-upon approval to execute through December 31, 2016*
2. Renewal/Extension options- Two (2) One (1) year renewals:
• January 01, 2017 through December 31, 2017*
• January 01, 2018 through December 31, 2018*
*[as these are the current terms of award through H-GAC];
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
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.20.A.4.
B. Term of contract:
1. Initial term of contract-upon approval to execute through December 31, 2016*
2. Renewal/Extension options- Two (2) One (1) year renewals:
• January 01, 2017 through December 31, 2017*
• January 01, 2018 through December 31, 2018*
*[as these are the current terms of award through H-GAC];
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
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-50951
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;
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 engineering services for "Cesar Chavez Road Improvements" for Pct. 2.
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 engineering services for "Cesar Chavez Road Improvements" for Pct. 2.
| EVALUATION | L&G ENGINEERING | B2Z ENGINEERING | SOUTH TEXAS INFRASTRUCTURE GROUP, LLC |
| SCORING | 95 | 94 | 93 |
| RANKING | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of L & G Engineering for professional engineering services for "Cesar Chavez Road Improvements" for Pct. 2.
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.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-50917
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services;
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
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 providers for the purposes of "ON CALL" [Construction Material Testing/GEO Technical Services] for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4;
ENGINEERING FIRMS:
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
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 providers for the purposes of "ON CALL" [Construction Material Testing/GEO Technical Services] for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4;
ENGINEERING FIRMS:
| Firms | L&G Engineering | Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. | Earth Company, LLC |
| Total Scores | 98 | 97 | 96 |
| Ranking | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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
c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm L & G Engineering for the purposes of "ON CALL" [Construction Material Testing/GEO Technical Services] for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.
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.
Community Service Agency
1.
AI-50608
A. Requesting exemption form competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7) -"an item that can obtained from only one source";
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. Approval of the Sole Source Declaration for "SHAH Software, Inc." for the "Client Tracking Software", to include the purchase of all future upgrades, software, maintenance-support and related services for the Hidalgo County-Community Service Agency for $9500.00 for the first year and 5% increase every year thereafter, Term of Contract is for one (1) year and to be renewed Automactically every year after that and is to remain in effect unless revoke by either party.
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. 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. Approval of the Sole Source Declaration for "SHAH Software, Inc." for the "Client Tracking Software", to include the purchase of all future upgrades, software, maintenance-support and related services for the Hidalgo County-Community Service Agency for $9500.00 for the first year and 5% increase every year thereafter, Term of Contract is for one (1) year and to be renewed Automactically every year after that and is to remain in effect unless revoke by either party.
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
Attachments:
F.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
AI-50604
Acceptance and approval of "Supplemental Agreement No. 1" to Work Authorization No. 1 to C-CAP-12-194-07-31 between Hidalgo County and L & G Engineering Laboratory, LLC resulting in an increase of $1,789.49 in the estimated amount.
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
Attachments:
G.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-50850
A. Presentation of bids received [as detailed and attached herein] for the purpose of awards and approval of contract documents with the responsible vendors submitting the meeting the lowest and best weapons bids and highest purchase of surplus weapons bids titled: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - RFB No. 2015-066-07-01-HGO - "Purchase of Weapons" to the following:
1. Colorado Sunrise Holdings, dba, TK Tactical Firearms;
2. GT Distributors, Inc.;
3. Suppressed Tactical Solutions, LLC.
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. Requesting the surplus of weapons (as detailed in the supporting documentation attached) for the purpose of selling to awarded vendors
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
1. Colorado Sunrise Holdings, dba, TK Tactical Firearms;
2. GT Distributors, Inc.;
3. Suppressed Tactical Solutions, LLC.
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. Requesting the surplus of weapons (as detailed in the supporting documentation attached) for the purpose of selling to awarded vendors
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
Attachments:
2.
AI-50443
A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(7); an item that can only be obtained from only one source;
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
B. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for "Oxygen Forensics, Inc." for the purchase of Oxygen Forensic Passware Analyst and Oxygen Forensic Kit Rugged by Oxygen Forensics, Inc.; including any present, future accessories, licenses, support service, and maintenance to be used by Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and other related Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Agencies (all funding sources) with said declaration to remain in effect while declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
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. Approval for HCSO to purchase the Oxygen Forensic Passware Analyst (includes 12 months of updates) and Oxygen Forensic Kit Rugged (includes 2 months of updates) through assigned requisition #279911 in the amount of $11,198.00;
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
D. Authorization to renew maintenance and support services and annual licenses for the lifetime of the software.
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
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
B. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for "Oxygen Forensics, Inc." for the purchase of Oxygen Forensic Passware Analyst and Oxygen Forensic Kit Rugged by Oxygen Forensics, Inc.; including any present, future accessories, licenses, support service, and maintenance to be used by Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and other related Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Agencies (all funding sources) with said declaration to remain in effect while declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
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. Approval for HCSO to purchase the Oxygen Forensic Passware Analyst (includes 12 months of updates) and Oxygen Forensic Kit Rugged (includes 2 months of updates) through assigned requisition #279911 in the amount of $11,198.00;
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
D. Authorization to renew maintenance and support services and annual licenses for the lifetime of the software.
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
Attachments:
21.
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. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
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. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
C.
AI-50884
Cause No. CCD-0281-B; Electric Transmission Texas, LLC vs. Hidalgo County
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
D.
AI-50939
Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Red Flower - Tax Abatement.
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
E.
AI-50941
Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Maroon.
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
F.
AI-50767
Claim of Vanessa Jamrog
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
G.
AI-50769
Claim of Alan Thompson
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
H.
AI-50798
Claim of Roberto Flores
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
I.
AI-50788
Claim of Dora Alicia Garza for the Estate of Jesus Ibarra Morales
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
J.
AI-50749
Claim of Railroad Commission of Texas
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
22.
A. 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."
B. Requesting engagement with the firm of Palacios, Garza and Thompson P.C. for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios retained vote.
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 on A - B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.23.I.
B. Requesting engagement with the firm of Palacios, Garza and Thompson P.C. for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios retained vote.
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 on A - B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.23.I.
Attachments:
23.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
No Action taken on this Item.
No Action taken on this Item.
C.
AI-50887
Cause No. CCD-0281-B; Electric Transmission Texas, LLC vs. Hidalgo County
Commissioner Cuellar joined the meeting.
Proceed as Directed.
Commissioner Cuellar joined the meeting.
Proceed as Directed.
D.
AI-50945
Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Red Flower - Tax Abatement.
Proceed as Directed.
Proceed as Directed.
E.
AI-50944
Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Maroon.
Proceed as Directed.
Proceed as Directed.
F.
AI-50768
Claim of Vanessa Jamrog
Mr. Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $2,900; he also mentioned that the settlement is property at this time.
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
Mr. Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $2,900; he also mentioned that the settlement is property at this time.
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
G.
AI-50770
Claim of Alan Thompson
Mr. Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $795.00
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
Mr. Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $795.00
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
H.
AI-50799
Claim of Roberto Flores
Mr. Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $2,564.41
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. Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $2,564.41
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
I.
AI-50789
Claim of Dora Alicia Garza for the Estate of Jesus Ibarra Morales
Refer back to Item.22.A.- B.
Commissioner Palacios retained vote:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.13.A.
Refer back to Item.22.A.- B.
Commissioner Palacios retained vote:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.13.A.
J.
AI-50750
Claim of Railroad Commission of Texas
Claim to be assign to Josephine Ramirez's Office.
Claim to be assign to Josephine Ramirez's Office.
24.
Closed Session:
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 Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No Action taken on this Item.
25.
Open Session:
Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Open 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.
26.
Adjourn
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
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
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 18th day of August, 2015
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on AUGUST 18, 2015.
Signed this 18th day of AUGUST 2015
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 18th day of August, 2015
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on AUGUST 18, 2015.
Signed this 18th day of AUGUST 2015
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy