SPECIAL MEETING - January 24, 2017
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 24th day of January A.D., 2017, 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 DAVID FUENTES 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 CONSENT COMMISSIONERS' COURT January 24, 2017 9:30 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners' Court will be held at the Edinburg Council Chambers 415 W. University Drive, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners' Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval with the exception of Items.10.E., 10.F., 12.B., 12.C., 13.A., 13.C., and 13.L to be pulled for further discussion.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.10.E.
1.
AI-58202
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
Attachments:
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-58205
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-58162
Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Reports for the Months of August 2016 and September 2016
3.
2016 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-58159
2016 - District Attorney (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-58128
2016 - Pct. 4 CRC (1100)
Attachments:
4.
2016 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-58160
District Attorney (1100)
Approval of 2016 Interdepartmental Transfer from Autopies- Technical Services to Crim DA-Advertising & General Supplies in the total amount of $4,500.00
Approval of 2016 Interdepartmental Transfer from Autopies- Technical Services to Crim DA-Advertising & General Supplies in the total amount of $4,500.00
Attachments:
5.
2017 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-58193
2017 - General Litigation (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-58127
2017 - D.A. CJD-DVSP (1281)
Attachments:
C.
AI-58109
2017 - CW Mech Shop (1200)
Attachments:
D.
AI-58135
2017 Purchasing (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-58139
2017 - Justice Crt Tech (1242)
Attachments:
F.
AI-58129
2017 - Pct. 1 Administration (1200)
Attachments:
G.
AI-58155
2017 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-58157
2017 - Pct. 1 Administration (1200)
Attachments:
I.
AI-58165
2017 - Pct 1 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-58166
2017 - Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200)
Attachments:
K.
AI-58087
2017 - Pct. 2 Admin (1200)
Attachments:
L.
AI-58107
2017 - Pct. 2 Rd. Maint (1200)
Attachments:
M.
AI-58180
2017 - 389th DC (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-58188
2017 - 389th Dist. Court (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-58058
2017 - Pct. 1 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-58060
2017 - Pct. 4 Admin (1200)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-58028
2017 - Constable Pct. 4 (1100)
Attachments:
R.
AI-58046
2017 - IT Countywide (1100)
Attachments:
S.
AI-58036
2017 - I.T. Department (1100)
Attachments:
T.
AI-58053
2017 - Co Treasurer (1100)
Attachments:
U.
AI-58074
2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Infectious Disease (1293)
Attachments:
V.
AI-58090
2017 - J.P. Pct. 3, Pl. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
W.
AI-58091
2017 - J.P. 4, Pl.2 (1100)
Attachments:
X.
AI-58017
2017 - CC #7 (1100)
Attachments:
Y.
AI-58078
2017 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
Z.
AI-58100
2016 - 370th DC (1100)
Attachments:
AA.
AI-58016
2017 - DBM (1100)
Attachments:
BB.
AI-58015
2017 - Sheriff Dept. Jail (1100)
Attachments:
CC.
AI-58055
2017 - Elections Dept (1100)
Attachments:
DD.
AI-58099
2017 - Nuisance Abatement Program (1100)
Attachments:
EE.
AI-58072
2017 - Facilities Management (1100)
Attachments:
6.
2017 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-58138
CCL #4 (1100):
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm. - Contingency to CCL #4 in the amount of $1,773.10
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm. - Contingency to CCL #4 in the amount of $1,773.10
Attachments:
B.
AI-58140
Pct.4 (1200):
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Rd.Maint. (program 007) to Pct.4 Adm (program 005) in the amount of $4,622.29.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Rd.Maint. (program 007) to Pct.4 Adm (program 005) in the amount of $4,622.29.
Attachments:
C.
AI-58144
CO2016 Pct 1 Colonia Del Noreste (1350):
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 1 Mile 14 1/2 North to Pct 1 Colonia Del Noreste in the amount of $23,860.00 to fund Change Order #1 with 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise.
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 1 Mile 14 1/2 North to Pct 1 Colonia Del Noreste in the amount of $23,860.00 to fund Change Order #1 with 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise.
Attachments:
D.
AI-58169
TXDOT Pct 1 FM493 (Champion-US281) (1315):
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT Pct 1 M6W, program 039, to TXDOT Pct 1 - FM493, program 053, in the amount of $7,199.68 to fund County's share of Right of Way Direct State Costs.
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT Pct 1 M6W, program 039, to TXDOT Pct 1 - FM493, program 053, in the amount of $7,199.68 to fund County's share of Right of Way Direct State Costs.
Attachments:
E.
AI-58126
Pct 2 Yuma Ave Rd (1200):
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Yuma Ave Rd in the amount of $353,000.00 to fund award of construction contract.
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Yuma Ave Rd in the amount of $353,000.00 to fund award of construction contract.
Attachments:
F.
AI-58095
Sheriff's Office (1100):
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Jail (002) to Sheriff's Office (001) in the total amount of $39,694.00 to fund telecommunication and internet services.
Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Jail (002) to Sheriff's Office (001) in the total amount of $39,694.00 to fund telecommunication and internet services.
Attachments:
G.
AI-58097
Pct.4 (1100):
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Sanitation (program 001) to Pct.4 CRC Sunflower (program 186) in the amount of $1,259.00.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Sanitation (program 001) to Pct.4 CRC Sunflower (program 186) in the amount of $1,259.00.
Attachments:
7.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-58098
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
Attachments:
8.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-57952
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - December 2016
Attachments:
B.
AI-57957
District Clerk - Fee Report for the month of December 2016 - $415,256.45
Attachments:
9.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-58019
| Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| B1580.03.001.0001.00 | Propel Financial Services | $5,861.20 |
| H0850.00.001.0015.05 | Valley Land Title Co. | $16,116.28 |
| W0100.00.037.0003.31 | Inter National Bank | $6,843.52 |
Attachments:
10.
Membership Dues:
A.
AI-58114
2017 - Co. Clerk:
Requesting approval to pay the 2017 (URA) Urban Recorders Alliance Annual Dues (req. #312946) in the total amount of $150.00 for Mr. Arturo Guajardo, Jr. and Mrs. Annette Muñiz with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
County Clerk, Arturo Guajardo, Jr. - $100.00
Chief Deputy, Annette Muñiz - $50.00
Requesting approval to pay the 2017 (URA) Urban Recorders Alliance Annual Dues (req. #312946) in the total amount of $150.00 for Mr. Arturo Guajardo, Jr. and Mrs. Annette Muñiz with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
County Clerk, Arturo Guajardo, Jr. - $100.00
Chief Deputy, Annette Muñiz - $50.00
Attachments:
B.
AI-58118
370th District Court:
Approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Court Reporters Association in the amount of $225.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed
Approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Court Reporters Association in the amount of $225.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed
Attachments:
C.
AI-58086
Pct. 2 (1200):
Approval of 2017 IRWA membership dues (Req. 312360) for Jaime Salinas and Jaime Cruz (ROW Agents) in the amount of $225.00 each (Jan. - Dec. 2017) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Approval of 2017 IRWA membership dues (Req. 312360) for Jaime Salinas and Jaime Cruz (ROW Agents) in the amount of $225.00 each (Jan. - Dec. 2017) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-58075
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) (Requistion #312712) for the following employees: Carlos Y. Benavides, Daniel Saul Lopez, Richard Nicholas Moore, Mauricio Alejandro Martinez, Eduardo Rendon Jr., Jonathan Lee Almanza, Desirae Guajardo and Jacob Lee Salinas in the total amount of $480.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor for District Attorney's Office employees.
Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) (Requistion #312712) for the following employees: Carlos Y. Benavides, Daniel Saul Lopez, Richard Nicholas Moore, Mauricio Alejandro Martinez, Eduardo Rendon Jr., Jonathan Lee Almanza, Desirae Guajardo and Jacob Lee Salinas in the total amount of $480.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor for District Attorney's Office employees.
Attachments:
E.
AI-58033
Constable Pct. 1 (1100):
Requesting approval of the 2017 Justice of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas (JPCA) annual membership dues (Req. #312387) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check in the amount of $630.00 after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Sergio Cruz requested the court to take no action on this item.
Court took no action on this item.
Requesting approval of the 2017 Justice of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas (JPCA) annual membership dues (Req. #312387) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check in the amount of $630.00 after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Sergio Cruz requested the court to take no action on this item.
Court took no action on this item.
Attachments:
F.
AI-58040
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service:
Requesting approval for payment of 2017 Dues & Membership Totaling $50 (with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor) as follows:
National Child Passenger Safety Certification Training (Safe Kids Worldwide) 2017 Membership (Req. #312480) for Joanne Ureste, County Extension Agent-Family Resources in the amount of $50
Sergio Cruz noted they are requesting approval subject to reimbursement transfer that's to be done in order to facilitate the remainder of the funding.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to funding.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.12.B.
Requesting approval for payment of 2017 Dues & Membership Totaling $50 (with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor) as follows:
National Child Passenger Safety Certification Training (Safe Kids Worldwide) 2017 Membership (Req. #312480) for Joanne Ureste, County Extension Agent-Family Resources in the amount of $50
Sergio Cruz noted they are requesting approval subject to reimbursement transfer that's to be done in order to facilitate the remainder of the funding.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to funding.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.12.B.
Attachments:
G.
AI-58050
Planning Department:
Request to renew three (3) 2017 TFMA/CFM membership dues for CFM members: TJ Arredondo, Jorge Garcia and Eliza Yzaguirre. The membership dues are $90.00 each totaling $270.00 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Request to renew three (3) 2017 TFMA/CFM membership dues for CFM members: TJ Arredondo, Jorge Garcia and Eliza Yzaguirre. The membership dues are $90.00 each totaling $270.00 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
H.
AI-57890
Purchasing Department (1100):
Approval to pay the following memberships for 2017 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Pending Invoices and amounts may increase
1. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - $ 100.00 Req # 310839
2. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) $ 5,000.00 (may increase) Req # 310837
3. Periscope Holdings, Inc $ 120.00 Req # 310838
4. Texas Public Purchasing Association $ 75.00 Req # 310836
5. The Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) $ 1,015.00 Req. #310859 (may increase)
Approval to pay the following memberships for 2017 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Pending Invoices and amounts may increase
1. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - $ 100.00 Req # 310839
2. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) $ 5,000.00 (may increase) Req # 310837
3. Periscope Holdings, Inc $ 120.00 Req # 310838
4. Texas Public Purchasing Association $ 75.00 Req # 310836
5. The Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) $ 1,015.00 Req. #310859 (may increase)
I.
AI-58023
Tax Office:
Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues:
1. Tax Assessor Collector Association in the amount of $365.00 for Santos Castilleja III ($40.00), Julio Espinosa($40.00), Gabriel Ochoa($40.00), Jose Edgar Jaramillo($40.00), Eva Mireles($40.00), Melinda Mendoza($40.00), Rodolfo Flores ($40.00) and Pablo (Paul) Villarreal Jr.($85.00) - (Req: 312123).
2. International Association of Auto Theft Investigators in the amount of $80.00 for Martin Cepeda ($40.00) and Cesar Solis ($40.00) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue checks after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues:
1. Tax Assessor Collector Association in the amount of $365.00 for Santos Castilleja III ($40.00), Julio Espinosa($40.00), Gabriel Ochoa($40.00), Jose Edgar Jaramillo($40.00), Eva Mireles($40.00), Melinda Mendoza($40.00), Rodolfo Flores ($40.00) and Pablo (Paul) Villarreal Jr.($85.00) - (Req: 312123).
2. International Association of Auto Theft Investigators in the amount of $80.00 for Martin Cepeda ($40.00) and Cesar Solis ($40.00) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue checks after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
J.
AI-58077
Tax Office:
1. Approval to pay 2017 membership dues payable to the Texas School Assessors Association in the amount of $55.00 for Pablo (Paul) Villarreal Jr. (Requisition# 311865).
2. Approval to pay 2017 membership dues payable to the Texas Association of Appraisal Districts in the amount of $150.00 for Eva Mireles (Requisition# 312703).
1. Approval to pay 2017 membership dues payable to the Texas School Assessors Association in the amount of $55.00 for Pablo (Paul) Villarreal Jr. (Requisition# 311865).
2. Approval to pay 2017 membership dues payable to the Texas Association of Appraisal Districts in the amount of $150.00 for Eva Mireles (Requisition# 312703).
Attachments:
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-58181
Request for approval of (2) two applicants in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
12.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-58149
Precinct No. 3 (1303):
1. Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from SOA1341 Pct 3 program (105) to Pct 3 program (108) in th amount of $399,600.00.
2. Approval to issue check payable to City of Mission (Fiduciary Agent as per ICA) in the amount of $799,200.00 for Hidalgo County's contribution towards the Taylor Road improvements project as per Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between City of McAllen, City of Mission and Hidalgo County with the County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
1. Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from SOA1341 Pct 3 program (105) to Pct 3 program (108) in th amount of $399,600.00.
2. Approval to issue check payable to City of Mission (Fiduciary Agent as per ICA) in the amount of $799,200.00 for Hidalgo County's contribution towards the Taylor Road improvements project as per Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between City of McAllen, City of Mission and Hidalgo County with the County Treasurer to issue check after review and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-58156
TXDOT Pct 2 Mile 2 N(La Homa-Moorefield) (1315):
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $66,422.34 to cover the County's additional estimated share of Right of Way Direct State Costs, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ#0921-02-323)
Sergio Cruz informed that the auditor will require a statement of cost. However, TXDOT does not provide a statement of cost but will provide a break down of the project instead.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to TXDOT documentation.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra emphasized corrected that this should be for precinct 3.
Court proceeded back to regular agenda Item.21.
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $66,422.34 to cover the County's additional estimated share of Right of Way Direct State Costs, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ#0921-02-323)
Sergio Cruz informed that the auditor will require a statement of cost. However, TXDOT does not provide a statement of cost but will provide a break down of the project instead.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to TXDOT documentation.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra emphasized corrected that this should be for precinct 3.
Court proceeded back to regular agenda Item.21.
Attachments:
C.
AI-58163
TXDOT Pct 3 FM493 (Champion-US281) (1315):
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $7,199.68 to cover the County's additional estimated share of Right of Way Direct State Costs, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ#0863-01-057)
Sergio Cruz requested approving the item subject to TXDOT providing documentation regarding the costs.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to TXDOT providing documentation.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.13.A.
Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $7,199.68 to cover the County's additional estimated share of Right of Way Direct State Costs, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ#0863-01-057)
Sergio Cruz requested approving the item subject to TXDOT providing documentation regarding the costs.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to TXDOT providing documentation.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.13.A.
Attachments:
D.
AI-58110
Self-Insured (2202)
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of January 1-15, 2017 in the amount of $38,058.67 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
E.
AI-58117
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $570,379.22 to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 01/01/17 to 01/13/17.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
| 01/01-06/17 | $380,348.89 |
| 01/07-13/17 | $190,030.43 |
| TOTAL | $570,379.32 |
Attachments:
F.
AI-57903
Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of Dec. 1, 2016 to Dec. 29, 2016.
Attachments:
G.
Interfund transfers:
1.
AI-58137
Pct. 4 (1100):
Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007, (1200) to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower/SH107 (1100), program 123, in the amount of $74,339.05.
Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007, (1200) to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower/SH107 (1100), program 123, in the amount of $74,339.05.
Attachments:
2.
AI-58168
TXDOT Pct 3 Mile 2 N (La Homa-Moorefield) (1315):
Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from various SOA Pct 3 Projects (1303) and CO2010AB Pct 3 Stewart Rd Outfall (1342) to TXDOT Pct 3 - M2N (1315) in the total amount of $66,422.34 to fund County's share of Right of Way Direct State Costs.
Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from various SOA Pct 3 Projects (1303) and CO2010AB Pct 3 Stewart Rd Outfall (1342) to TXDOT Pct 3 - M2N (1315) in the total amount of $66,422.34 to fund County's share of Right of Way Direct State Costs.
Attachments:
13.
Purchasing Dept:
Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(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 CONTRACTS(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.
AI-58134
Seeking ratification of fully executed Change Order No. 1 reflecting an increase of $23,860.00 additional work/pipes with contractor 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise for Drainage and Paving Improvements for Colonia Noreste Subdivision, as submitted though project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. (C-16-260-07-19) subject to compliance to HB 1295 & HB 23 if and when applicable.
Martha Salazar notified that the only concern was that they omitted on the caption that the ratification of the order includes an additional 20 days.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.13.C.
Martha Salazar notified that the only concern was that they omitted on the caption that the ratification of the order includes an additional 20 days.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.13.C.
Attachments:
B.
AI-58143
Requesting authority to advertise (including the authority to re-advertise the project in the event that not bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required) and approval of procurement packet (i.e., specifications, legal notice etc.) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County Wide Service Shop.
C.
AI-58164
Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final one (1) year term under contract #E-16-050-01-19 with Quest Diagnostics, Inc. for Laboratory Services for Hidalgo County under the same rates, terms & conditions subject to compliance with HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable.
Martha Salazar informed that the concern stated was that form 1295 was not attached. However, she notified that Quest Diagnostics, Inc. has filed for the 1295 and recommended approving for the extension of the final year subject to compliance of form 1295.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to compliance of form 1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.13.L.
Martha Salazar informed that the concern stated was that form 1295 was not attached. However, she notified that Quest Diagnostics, Inc. has filed for the 1295 and recommended approving for the extension of the final year subject to compliance of form 1295.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to compliance of form 1295.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Consent Item.13.L.
Attachments:
D.
AI-58113
Acceptance and approval for Application for Payment No.(5) Revised Final in the amount of $6,100.00 for RDH Site & Concrete LLC. contracted vendor for PROJECT: Road and Drainage Construction for Rankin Subdivision as submitted by DOS Logistics Inc. project engineer (C-CAP-15-086-03-31).
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E.
AI-58024
Precinct No.1:
Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's Option to extend the first (1st) of two (2) one (1) year lease renewal options under the same rates, terms and conditions for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site-Mercedes, Tx"" with Ray Jones.
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F.
AI-58089
Approve a clarification/correction for Consent AI#-54482 [CC approval 05-17-16] for Superior Alarms to reflect the Correct Contract# under TASB-BuyBoard of 433-13 and NOT as posted on agenda as 493-15 for the purchase of Commercial Equipment.
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G.
AI-58062
New Courthouse Project:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with drainage improvements @ SH107 & Bus 281(PO#750481):
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Invoice# | Amount |
| L&G Engineering, Inc. | 12/31/16 | 11326103 | $82,535.00 |
Attachments:
H.
AI-58052
Executive Office - Traffic Engineering:
Acceptance and approval of Invoice #11326070 dated 12/31/16 in the amount of $7,681.76 for the month of December 2016 from L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. contracted engineer for HCMPO Policy Meeting and HCMPO Technical Meeting. (PO#733569)
Attachments:
I.
AI-58057
Acceptance of/ and Payment No. 3 in the amount of $5225.50 submitted by Aranda and Associates, Inc. for the provision of professional engineering services in connection to Contract #C-16-164-04-26 (Roadway Reconstruction Mile 14 1/2 N) - PO #743894- Work Authorization No. 2.
Attachments:
J.
AI-58061
Acceptance of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $22,265.29 as submitted by Asago LLC, dba Asago Construction, for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 East Road in connection to Contract #C-16-362-11-01- PO#753716
Attachments:
K.
AI-58063
Acceptance of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of 26,828.51 as submitted by Asago LLC, dba Asago Construction, for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 1/2 East Road in connection to Contract #C-16-363-11-01 - PO #753760
Attachments:
L.
AI-58069
Acceptance of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $380,997.00 as submitted by RDH Site and Concrete, LLC for the provision of Paving Improvements - Goolie Road in connection to Contract #C-16-277-08-09 - PO #749735
Martha Salazar stated that due to the amount of the project the retainage amount is reduced from 10% to 5% therefore, a net increase in the amount of the application for payment one of $402,163.50 and not as caption on the agenda.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Martha Salazar stated that due to the amount of the project the retainage amount is reduced from 10% to 5% therefore, a net increase in the amount of the application for payment one of $402,163.50 and not as caption on the agenda.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
M.
AI-58070
Approval of payment of Invoice #20162927 - $48,477.50 as submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group for the provision of professional engineering services from November 22, 2016 to December 31, 2016 in connection to Contract #C-08-227-02-09 - PO #741616 amid Work Authorization No. 3 for Mile 6 (Mile 9 North to mile 11 North) Project.
Attachments:
N.
AI-58104
Approve request for Payment-Application #3 in the amount of $355,165.58 as submitted by IOC Company, LLC awarded under Contract #C-16-289-09-06 (PO #750987) for the provision of Paving & Drainage Improvements for Project: Nittler Road.
Attachments:
O.
AI-58082
Approval of payment of Invoice #20162928 in the amount of $245,388.67 as submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group for the provision of professional engineering services from November 16, 2016 to December 31, 2016 in connection to Contract #C-08-227-02-09 amid Work Authorization No. 4 for Mile 6 West (Mile 9 North to Mile 11 North) Project.
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P.
AI-58027
Requesting clarification/correction of approved Regular AI #-57811 [CC 01/10/2017] for a 60 day "grace period extension" as permitted under Contract E-16-011-12-15 AND CAPTIONED FROM January 11 thru March 12, 2017 TO CORRECTLY REFLECT TIME FRAME OF to February 1st 2017 thru April 1st 2017 for "Specialty Printing and Related Supplies"
Attachments:
Q.
AI-58029
Acceptance and approval of Invoice# M212650 in the amount of $622.50 for processing and payment as submitted by HALFF ASSOCIATES,INC., in connection to PROJECT:"Mechanical and Electrical Design Services for Space Pressure Control" for the County Autopsy Facility.
Attachments:
R.
AI-58030
Acceptance and approval of Invoice# M211915 in the amount of $2,349.58, and Invoice # M210765 in the amount of $7,383.10, for processing and payment as submitted by HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC., for PROJECT: Service Facility Remodel\HC Planning Offices (former DPS bldg.).
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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 24th day of January, 2017
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 January 24, 2017.
Signed this 24th day of JANUARY 2017
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 24th day of January, 2017
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 January 24, 2017.
Signed this 24th day of JANUARY 2017
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy