SPECIAL MEETING - September 20, 2016
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 20th day of September A.D., 2016, 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 A.C. CUELLAR, JR. HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS |
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 September 20, 2016 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
Judge Garcia was the only absentee.
Judge Garcia was the only absentee.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
Members of the court led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Members of the court led the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer
Mr. Domingo Villarreal led the courtroom in Prayer.
Court proceeded to Item.14.A.
Mr. Domingo Villarreal led the courtroom in Prayer.
Court proceeded to Item.14.A.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court approved the entire consent agenda.
Court proceeded back to Item.11.A.
The court approved the entire consent agenda.
Court proceeded back to Item.11.A.
5.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-56375
Proclamation declaring September 25 as National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.
Commissioners Court recognized and declared September 25 as National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.
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
Court proceeded to Item.11.D.
Commissioners Court recognized and declared September 25 as National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.
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
Court proceeded to Item.11.D.
Attachments:
6.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-56369
1. Approval and authorization to set up a collection site at the McAllen Substation.
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. Approval and authorization for a change fund of $7,400.00 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 130.902.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 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. Approval and authorization for a change fund of $7,400.00 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 130.902.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-56389
Approval of Sheriff/Constable Fee Schedule for Year 2017.
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:
B.
AI-56392
1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS)grant for the amount of $48,564.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to Electronically accept grant award form and related documents.
NOTE: Funds will be appropriated at a later date.
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
Court proceeded to Item.8.C.
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. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to Electronically accept grant award form and related documents.
NOTE: Funds will be appropriated at a later date.
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
Court proceeded to Item.8.C.
Attachments:
8.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-56378
Precinct #4:
Approval to re-designate proxies for the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Policy Board and submit necessary forms as follows:
Alternate - Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu
Proxy No 1 - Jose Luis Caso
Proxy No 2 - Bobby Villarreal
Proxy No 3 - Michael Leo
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
Commissioner Palacios introduced the new Chief of Staff Pepe Caso.
Mr. Caso thanked the commissioner for the opportunity and expressed his motivation to take the precinct to a new higher level.
Approval to re-designate proxies for the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Policy Board and submit necessary forms as follows:
Alternate - Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu
Proxy No 1 - Jose Luis Caso
Proxy No 2 - Bobby Villarreal
Proxy No 3 - Michael Leo
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
Commissioner Palacios introduced the new Chief of Staff Pepe Caso.
Mr. Caso thanked the commissioner for the opportunity and expressed his motivation to take the precinct to a new higher level.
B.
AI-56357
Children's Advocacy Center d/b/a Estrella's House (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding funding request in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Children's Advocacy Center, d/b/a Estrella's House.
Mrs. Medina gave thanks to commissioners court for all their support and contribution. Informing that every dollar obtain from this court allows them to receive $4.00 of matching federal funds. The director announced that they're looking into opening an additional center in the City of Mission and City of Weslaco to keep helping children in the community.
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. Discussion, consideration, and action on Declaration of Support to the Children's Advocacy Center, d/b/a Estrella's House.
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. Approval to authorize County Treasurer to issue check in the amount of $50,000.00 to the Children's Advocacy Center d/b/a Estrella's House after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.15.B.1.
1. Discussion, consideration, and action regarding funding request in the amount of $50,000.00 from the Children's Advocacy Center, d/b/a Estrella's House.
Mrs. Medina gave thanks to commissioners court for all their support and contribution. Informing that every dollar obtain from this court allows them to receive $4.00 of matching federal funds. The director announced that they're looking into opening an additional center in the City of Mission and City of Weslaco to keep helping children in the community.
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. Discussion, consideration, and action on Declaration of Support to the Children's Advocacy Center, d/b/a Estrella's House.
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. Approval to authorize County Treasurer to issue check in the amount of $50,000.00 to the Children's Advocacy Center d/b/a Estrella's House after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.15.B.1.
Attachments:
C.
AI-56365
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service:
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Hidalgo County regarding Information Technology Services
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Hidalgo County regarding Information Technology Services
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI-56355
Requesting approval of reimbursement to Monica Badillo in the amount of $37.58 for purchase made in connection with Public Information Training held on 9/12/16 (PO #749752)
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:
9.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-56350
Purchasing (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
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. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 10/03/2016:
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
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' court action.
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
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
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. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 10/03/2016:
| Action | Slot# | Dept./ Program |
Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 0033 | 160-001 | Purchase Order Specialist III | <$41,280.00> |
| Create | 0036 | 160-001 | Procurement Specialist II | $36,455.00 |
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
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' court action.
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:
B.
AI-56384
Sheriff / Jail (1100) / Jail Commissary (2102):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
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. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 10/03/2016:
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
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. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 10/03/2016:
Action |
Slot# |
Dept./Program |
Current Position Title
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Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Reclassification |
0021 |
280-001 |
Accountant III |
$45,920.00 |
Accountant IV |
$28,920.00 |
| 0016 | 280-015 | 0.00 | $24,645.00 | |||
| Reclassification | 0346 | 280-001 | Administrative Assistant II |
$28,937.00 | Cashier II | $31,979.00 |
| Salary Adjustment / Increase |
0181 | 280-001 | Accountant II | $43,503.00 | Accountant II | $46,261.00 |
| Salary Adjustment / Increase |
0248 | 280-001 | Administrative Assistant III |
$35,089.00 | Administrative Assistant III |
$37,298.00 |
| Salary Adjustment / Increase |
0249 | 280-001 | Accountant I | $33,752.00 | Accountant I | $36,117.00 |
| Salary Adjustment / Increase |
0360 | 280-002 | Accountant I | $33,752.00 | Accountant I | $36,117.00 |
| Salary Adjustment / Increase |
0283 | 280-001 | Human Resources Specialist I |
$28,938.00 | Human Resources Specialist I |
$31,979.00 |
| Delete | 0010 | 280-015 | Accountant III | $48,215.00 | - | $0.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
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
4. Approval to revise salary schedule (s) in accordance with Commissioners' Court action.
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
Court proceeded to Item.12.A.
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
4. Approval to revise salary schedule (s) in accordance with Commissioners' Court action.
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
Court proceeded to Item.12.A.
Attachments:
10.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-56393
Representatives from the Texas Healthy Communities Program will recognize Hidalgo County for its efforts to reduce cardiovascular disease, stroke, and other chronic diseases.
Texas Department of State Health Service Program Specialist Rachel Coughlin presented a recognition to the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services. The county was able to increase its score by 25 points, going form 49.5 to 74.5 all within one year. Coughlin recognized all the work done by Misti Palacios and Rick Salinas.
Mr. Olivarez acknowledged the other partners in the community.
No action taken on this item.
Texas Department of State Health Service Program Specialist Rachel Coughlin presented a recognition to the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services. The county was able to increase its score by 25 points, going form 49.5 to 74.5 all within one year. Coughlin recognized all the work done by Misti Palacios and Rick Salinas.
Mr. Olivarez acknowledged the other partners in the community.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
B.
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.
C.
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 proceeded to Item.8.A.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded to Item.8.A.
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-56373
1. Urban County Program is requesting approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and the General Land Office to address access to and handling of data physically or electronically acquired by GLO, directly or indirectly from FEMA, SBA & NFIP and/or other federal sources to the County of Hidalgo in the implementation of GLO's CDBG Disaster Recovery Program.
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. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the Memorandum of Understanding and related 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. 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 Memorandum of Understanding and related 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
Attachments:
B.
AI-56356
1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of La Joya is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $60,070.00 utilizing CDBG FY 26 (2013) La Joya Street Improvement funds.
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 of Work Authorization No. 1- La Joya 2014 Street Improvements in the amount of $60,070.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 of Work Authorization No. 1- La Joya 2014 Street Improvements in the amount of $60,070.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-56348
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. 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. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Hidalgo, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 29 (2016) Hidalgo Parks, Recreational Facility Improvement 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
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Javier Hinojosa Engineering for the provision of engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 29 (2016) Hidalgo Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements 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 back to Iem.6.A.
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. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Hidalgo, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 29 (2016) Hidalgo Parks, Recreational Facility Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Javier Hinojosa Engineering | 96.67% | 1 |
| LNV Engineering | 96.67% | 2 |
| Channing Engineering, LLC | 89.33% | 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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Javier Hinojosa Engineering for the provision of engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 29 (2016) Hidalgo Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements 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 back to Iem.6.A.
Attachments:
D.
AI-56330
1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3’s proposed budget and program amendment for fiscal years 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, & 29 (2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016 to include additional streets to the Street Improvement line item for each fiscal year.
Mrs. Serna informed that this hearing is for streets.
Commissioner Cantu Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Commissioner Cantu Closed the Public Hearing.
Mrs. Serna explained that HUD 2008 is refer as year 21. Once more she read each of fiscal years.
Mrs. Serna noted that the Public Hearing stated to be schedule for September 27, 2016 therefore, requested no action on the items.
2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 for fiscal years 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 & 29. (2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) to include additional streets to each respective funding year.
Court took no action on Item.11.D.1 & 2.
Court proceeded to item.10.A.
Mrs. Serna informed that this hearing is for streets.
Commissioner Cantu Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Commissioner Cantu Closed the Public Hearing.
Mrs. Serna explained that HUD 2008 is refer as year 21. Once more she read each of fiscal years.
Mrs. Serna noted that the Public Hearing stated to be schedule for September 27, 2016 therefore, requested no action on the items.
2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 for fiscal years 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 & 29. (2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016) to include additional streets to each respective funding year.
Court took no action on Item.11.D.1 & 2.
Court proceeded to item.10.A.
Attachments:
12.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-56174
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to add Early Voting polling locations for the November 8, 2016 General Election.
San Carlos Community Resource Center
230 N. 86th St.
San Carlos, Texas 78542
Hidalgo County Pct. 4 Field Operations
1124 M. Rd.
Edinburg, Texas 78542
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. Discussion, consideration and approval of Early Voting Mobile Sites for the November 8, 2016 General Election.
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
San Carlos Community Resource Center
230 N. 86th St.
San Carlos, Texas 78542
Hidalgo County Pct. 4 Field Operations
1124 M. Rd.
Edinburg, Texas 78542
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. Discussion, consideration and approval of Early Voting Mobile Sites for the November 8, 2016 General Election.
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:
13.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
AI-56342
Requesting approval to purchase metal material for construction of Sunflower Park fence- Vendor: Industrial Distribution Group, BuyBoard contract #501-15 in the amount of $64,211.75.
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:
B.
AI-56442
Requesting approval of Agreement between Hidalgo County and North Alamo Water Supply Corporation for the overlay of streets in Isaacs Subdivision, LJ Subdivision No. 1 and Muniz Subdivision
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.14.B.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.14.B.1.
Attachments:
14.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-56316
Second Public Hearing to discuss proposed 2016 Tax Rate. (Adoption of the 2016 Tax Rate will be held on September 27, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. in the Hidalgo County Old Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, Edinburg, Texas.)
Mr. Sergio Cruz informed that the propose 2016 Tax Rate is $0.59/100 evaluation.
Commissioner Cantu Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Commissioner Cantu Closed the Public Hearing.
Mr. Cruz disclosed that the adoption of the tax rate will held September 27, 2016. The proposed budget will file with the auditor and county clerk's office.
Court proceeded back to Item.5.A.
Mr. Sergio Cruz informed that the propose 2016 Tax Rate is $0.59/100 evaluation.
Commissioner Cantu Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Commissioner Cantu Closed the Public Hearing.
Mr. Cruz disclosed that the adoption of the tax rate will held September 27, 2016. The proposed budget will file with the auditor and county clerk's office.
Court proceeded back to Item.5.A.
Attachments:
B.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-56339
Economic Development (1100):
Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds in the amount of $41,167.00 to fund expenditures for the agreement approved between Hidalgo County and Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) which will finalize on December 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
Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds in the amount of $41,167.00 to fund expenditures for the agreement approved between Hidalgo County and Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) which will finalize on December 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
Attachments:
2.
AI-56349
Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200):
a. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor for revenues received from the City of Alton for the Palm Lake Estates project.
b. Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Rd. Maint (program #005) in the amount of $87,289.07.
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 on A and B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor for revenues received from the City of Alton for the Palm Lake Estates project.
b. Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Rd. Maint (program #005) in the amount of $87,289.07.
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 on A and B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-56237
Pct 4 Rd. Maint (1200):
a. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for reimbursements from the J-09 Drain Project.
b. Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds into Pct 4 Rd. Maint. in the amount of $146,455.81.
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 and B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for reimbursements from the J-09 Drain Project.
b. Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds into Pct 4 Rd. Maint. in the amount of $146,455.81.
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 and B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Purchasing Department - 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. 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.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-56456
A. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $ 44,742.50) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #2]: “Nittler Road (FM 493 to FM 88) project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
B. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $ 35,295.50) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #7 & 9]: “Mile 9 Road (Mile 1E to Mile 3E) project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
C. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #1]: “Mile 1 1/2 West Road (Mile 11N to Mile 12N) project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
D. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 (with an estimated cost of $ 14,334.75) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #3]: “Jesus Flores Road project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
E. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 5 (with an estimated cost of $ 3,300.50) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #4]: “Englemen (Valdez Road to FM 2812)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
F. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 6 (with an estimated cost of $ 14,334.75) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #5]: “Las Cumbres Drive" within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
G. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 7 (with an estimated cost of $ 3,300.50) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #6]: “Mile 20 North (FM 493 to Mile 7 West)project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
H. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 8 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #8]: “Mile 8 North Road (Mile 2E to Address 1267)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
I. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 9 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #10]: “Mile 2 East Road (Mile 4N to Address 4252) project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
J. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 10 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #11]: “Mile 2 1/2 East Road (Mile 3N to Mile 4N)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
K. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 11 (with an estimated cost of $ 19,034.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #12]: “Mile 4 North Road (FM 491 to Pedro Martinez Road)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
Mr. Cruz informed that there concerns by the auditor regarding the term of the contracts, given that the FEMA PW's expire at the end of this year. However, have submitted the extension letter and do anticipate a favorable respond.
Mr. Crain stated that it is for all 11 sites.
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. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $ 35,295.50) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #7 & 9]: “Mile 9 Road (Mile 1E to Mile 3E) project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
C. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #1]: “Mile 1 1/2 West Road (Mile 11N to Mile 12N) project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
D. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 (with an estimated cost of $ 14,334.75) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #3]: “Jesus Flores Road project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
E. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 5 (with an estimated cost of $ 3,300.50) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #4]: “Englemen (Valdez Road to FM 2812)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
F. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 6 (with an estimated cost of $ 14,334.75) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #5]: “Las Cumbres Drive" within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
G. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 7 (with an estimated cost of $ 3,300.50) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #6]: “Mile 20 North (FM 493 to Mile 7 West)project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
H. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 8 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #8]: “Mile 8 North Road (Mile 2E to Address 1267)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
I. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 9 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #10]: “Mile 2 East Road (Mile 4N to Address 4252) project” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
J. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 10 (with an estimated cost of $ 23,993.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #11]: “Mile 2 1/2 East Road (Mile 3N to Mile 4N)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
K. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 11 (with an estimated cost of $ 19,034.25) as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. for [FEMA Project Site #12]: “Mile 4 North Road (FM 491 to Pedro Martinez Road)” within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1, in connection to agreement # C-16-328-08-30.
Mr. Cruz informed that there concerns by the auditor regarding the term of the contracts, given that the FEMA PW's expire at the end of this year. However, have submitted the extension letter and do anticipate a favorable respond.
Mr. Crain stated that it is for all 11 sites.
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:
- Work Authorization No.10 Executed.
- Work Authorization No.11 Executed
- Work Authorization No.2 Executed
- Work Authorization No.3 Executed
- Work Authorization No.4 Executed
- Work Authorization No.5 Executed
- Work Authorization No.6 Executed
- Work Authorization No.7 Executed.
- Work Authorization No.8 Executed.
- Work Authorization No.9 Executed.
- Work Authorization No.1 Executed.
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- WA#10
- WA#11
- WA#2
- WA#3
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- WA#5
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2.
AI-56429
a. Acceptance and approval on an Interlocal Agreement between County of Hidalgo and City of Weslaco for the provisions of joint efforts for the Milano Road (commencing at Business 83 south to Mile 6 road and 6th Street from Milano Rd. approximately 1,300 feet to the elevated canal) Improvement Project; and
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. Acceptance and approval of Interlocal Agreement Project: Improvements to Milano Road (beginning at Business Highway 83 south to Mile 6 Road and 6th Street from Milano Road approximately 1,300 feet east to the elevated canal).
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
Court proceeded to Item.15.C.1.
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. Acceptance and approval of Interlocal Agreement Project: Improvements to Milano Road (beginning at Business Highway 83 south to Mile 6 Road and 6th Street from Milano Road approximately 1,300 feet east to the elevated canal).
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
Court proceeded to Item.15.C.1.
Attachments:
B.
Community Service Agency
1.
AI-56114
Presentation of sole responsible vendor submitting the lowest bid meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the purpose of award of Bid/Contract for the: "Lease of Office Space-City of Edinburg" for Hidalgo County Community Service Agency, under (RFB) Project #: 2016-142-07-20-SMA.
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
Court proceeded to Item.4.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, A.C. CUELLAR, JR., seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.4.
Attachments:
C.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 1
1.
AI-56394
BCAP/Pct. 1
Acceptance and Approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in connection to Contract C-CAP-08-028-10-28 with TEDSI INFRASTRUCTURE GROUP in the amount of $29,610.02 for the provision of professional engineering services for Various Border Colonia Access Program Round III Projects for Pct. 1.
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
Acceptance and Approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in connection to Contract C-CAP-08-028-10-28 with TEDSI INFRASTRUCTURE GROUP in the amount of $29,610.02 for the provision of professional engineering services for Various Border Colonia Access Program Round III Projects for Pct. 1.
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:
D.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
AI-56423
Acceptance and Approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in connection to contract C-CAP-12-128-05-22 with Javier Hinojosa Engineering in the amount of $53,234.55 for the provision of professional engineering services for various Border Colonia Access Program Round III Projects for Pct. 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: 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.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-56440
A. Approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for "Holt Co dba Holt Truck Center - Holt-CAT as per Tx LGC, 262.024 (a) (7) (A) with declaration to remain in effect unless revoked by HCCC
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. Approval to purchase a CAT Power Generator System Upgrade located at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office as proposed by HOLT-CAT dba Holt Truck Center in the amount of $124,918.45 as a sole source purchase.
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
B. Approval to purchase a CAT Power Generator System Upgrade located at the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office as proposed by HOLT-CAT dba Holt Truck Center in the amount of $124,918.45 as a sole source purchase.
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:
F.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-56233
Presentation of responsible vendor submitting the bid, meeting all specifications and / or requirements (as detailed in the documentation contained herein) for the purpose of award and approval of contract with Protection One Alarm Monitoring, Inc. for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - "Fire Extinguishers Equipment & Maintenance Services" through project No.: 2016-232-08-24-FAZ.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
16.
Open Forum
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
1) Opal Billman spoke about the process of probating a will, claiming that under Texas law if a person dies without a will the state goes to the descents heirs.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Commissioner Eduardo Cantu requested a moment of silence in memory of the Alton school bus accident.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
1) Opal Billman spoke about the process of probating a will, claiming that under Texas law if a person dies without a will the state goes to the descents heirs.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Commissioner Eduardo Cantu requested a moment of silence in memory of the Alton school bus accident.
Attachments:
17.
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:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
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.
18.
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 _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
No action taken on Item.18.A. and B.
B. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
No action taken on Item.18.A. and B.
19.
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.
20.
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.
21.
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.
22.
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: 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
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 20th day of September, 2016
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 September 20, 2016.
Signed this 20th day of SEPTEMBER 2016
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 20th day of September, 2016
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 September 20, 2016.
Signed this 20th day of SEPTEMBER 2016
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy