SPECIAL MEETING - February 21, 2017
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 21st day of February 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 HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING February 21, 2017 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 courtroom in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
Judge Garcia led the courtroom in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer
Martha Salazar led the courtroom in Prayer.
Court proceeded to Item.12.E.
Martha Salazar led the courtroom in Prayer.
Court proceeded to Item.12.E.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court approved the consent agenda for the exception of Consent Items. 13.A. and 13.G. to be pulled for further discussion.
Court proceeded to Item.6.A.
The court approved the consent agenda for the exception of Consent Items. 13.A. and 13.G. to be pulled for further discussion.
Court proceeded to Item.6.A.
5.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-58571
1. Public hearing to consider comments concerning the adoption of an Order to participate in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program and nominate Columbia Rio Grande Healthcare, L.P. (Rio Grande Regional Hospital) to the Office of the Governor Economic Development and Tourism as a Texas Enterprise Project.
Judge Garcia Opened the Public Hearing.
Hidalgo County Economic Development Director Michael Leo informed that this is a tool for local communities to partner with the State of Texas, promoting job creation and significant private investments. The plan specializes on economic stress areas of the state, and it is administer through the governor's economic development finance department. Although, it is not a local program, Leo notified that they do make nominations. Projects are eligible for the refund itself tax, which is depended on the number of jobs they create and depending on the guidelines set by the governor's office. Further, the tax refunded is the tax coming out of the state tax allocation, not local.
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
Fern McClaugherty stated concerns over the potential liaison position and its salary. Additionally, questioning the tax payer's involvement in the monetary process.
Michael Leo explained that the liaison can be a county employee that will only communicate with the representatives and the state offices.
Commissioner Cantu commented that since this is a fund set aside by the State of Texas, if local companies don't apply, the funds will get spend outside the area.
No other public comments.
Judge Garcia Closed the Public Hearing.
2. Approval of an order authorizing Hidalgo County to participate in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program pursuant to the Texas Enterprise Zone Act, Chapter 2303, Texas Government Code; identifying available tax incentives, nominating Columbia Rio Grande Healthcare, L.P. to the office of the Governor Economic Development and Tourism through the Economic Development Bank for designation as a Texas Enterprise Zone Project under the Act; and designating a liaison for communicating with interested parties.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting and Commissioner Fuentes joined the meeting.
Charles Mallon, CFO, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, advised they are looking at having two emergency locations, one in the City of Alamo and one in City of Edinburg.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of McAllen concerning the nomination of Columbia Rio Grande Healthcare, L.P. for designation as a Texas Enterprise Zone Project.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court designated Michael Leo as the liaison.
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 to designate Michael Leo as the liaison.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.16.B.
Judge Garcia Opened the Public Hearing.
Hidalgo County Economic Development Director Michael Leo informed that this is a tool for local communities to partner with the State of Texas, promoting job creation and significant private investments. The plan specializes on economic stress areas of the state, and it is administer through the governor's economic development finance department. Although, it is not a local program, Leo notified that they do make nominations. Projects are eligible for the refund itself tax, which is depended on the number of jobs they create and depending on the guidelines set by the governor's office. Further, the tax refunded is the tax coming out of the state tax allocation, not local.
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
Fern McClaugherty stated concerns over the potential liaison position and its salary. Additionally, questioning the tax payer's involvement in the monetary process.
Michael Leo explained that the liaison can be a county employee that will only communicate with the representatives and the state offices.
Commissioner Cantu commented that since this is a fund set aside by the State of Texas, if local companies don't apply, the funds will get spend outside the area.
No other public comments.
Judge Garcia Closed the Public Hearing.
2. Approval of an order authorizing Hidalgo County to participate in the Texas Enterprise Zone Program pursuant to the Texas Enterprise Zone Act, Chapter 2303, Texas Government Code; identifying available tax incentives, nominating Columbia Rio Grande Healthcare, L.P. to the office of the Governor Economic Development and Tourism through the Economic Development Bank for designation as a Texas Enterprise Zone Project under the Act; and designating a liaison for communicating with interested parties.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting and Commissioner Fuentes joined the meeting.
Charles Mallon, CFO, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, advised they are looking at having two emergency locations, one in the City of Alamo and one in City of Edinburg.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and the City of McAllen concerning the nomination of Columbia Rio Grande Healthcare, L.P. for designation as a Texas Enterprise Zone Project.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court designated Michael Leo as the liaison.
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 to designate Michael Leo as the liaison.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.16.B.
6.
County Clerk's Office:
A.
AI-58574
Requesting approval of 2017 Elected Offficial Bond for:
Gilberto Saenz - Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 1, Place 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.14.D.1.
Gilberto Saenz - Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 1, Place 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.14.D.1.
Attachments:
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-58514
Hidalgo County DA's Office - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor (DVSP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a DVSP Grant #2931302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Motion and Seconded was not carried.
Court proceeded to Item.7.B.
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
Court proceeded to Item.17.
Approval to submit a DVSP Grant #2931302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Motion and Seconded was not carried.
Court proceeded to Item.7.B.
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
Court proceeded to Item.17.
Attachments:
B.
AI-58415
District Attorney (1256)
Requesting approval of the FY 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting approval of the FY 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-58535
District Attorney - TTBH (1281):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and Hidalgo County by and through the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
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
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $15,000.00.
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
4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $15,000.00.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Authorization to pay supplemental pay in the amount of $11,800.00 to employee No.106011 reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
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
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $15,000.00.
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
4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $15,000.00.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Authorization to pay supplemental pay in the amount of $11,800.00 to employee No.106011 reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.9.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.9.A.
Attachments:
8.
Public Defender's Office:
A.
AI-58563
Public Defender's - TTBH (1281):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and Hidalgo County by and through the Hidalgo County Public Defender's Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $15,000.00.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $15,000.00.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
5. Authorization to pay supplemental pay in the amount of $11,680.00 to employee No.160954 reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
6. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court Approval.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.10.I.
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and Hidalgo County by and through the Hidalgo County Public Defender's Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Agreement award and related documents.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $15,000.00.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $15,000.00.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
5. Authorization to pay supplemental pay in the amount of $11,680.00 to employee No.160954 reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
6. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court Approval.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.10.I.
Attachments:
9.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-58554
HIDTA Task Force
1. Requesting authorization for County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authorization to submit FY 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report on behalf of the Agency Head (Ricardo Rodriguez, Criminal District Attorney) and Governing Body Head (Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Requesting authorization for County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authorization to submit FY 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report on behalf of the Agency Head (Ricardo Rodriguez, Criminal District Attorney) and Governing Body Head (Ramon Garcia, Hidalgo County Judge).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-58637
Authorization and approval to amend and revise the Interlocal Agreement(s) between the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office; the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3; and the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4
Court took no action on this item.
Court took no action on this item.
C.
AI-58640
1. Approval to amend (increase) the 2017 HIDTA- US Justice Funds (1254) in the amount of $245,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to appropriate HIDTA -US Justice Funds in the amount of $245,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.11.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to appropriate HIDTA -US Justice Funds in the amount of $245,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.11.A.
Attachments:
10.
Constables:
A.
AI-58615
Constable Pct.#1:
Presentation and discussion of the 2016 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 Office, in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Presentation and discussion of the 2016 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 Office, in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-58443
Constable Pct.1:
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-58411
Constable Pct. 2 Office - LBSP FY18(1284)
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY18 grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP 18 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY18 grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP 18 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-58485
Constable Pct. 2:
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-58431
Constable Pct. 2: (1284)
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden 2016 (OPSG) grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), thru egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for OPSG 2016 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period: January 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden 2016 (OPSG) grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), thru egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for OPSG 2016 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period: January 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-58427
Constable Pct. 2:
Presentation and discussion of 2016 Racial Profiling Report as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 Department in accordance with Article 2.134 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Presentation and discussion of 2016 Racial Profiling Report as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 Department in accordance with Article 2.134 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-58317
Constable Pct. 3
Presentation and discussion of the 2016 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Department in accordance with Article 2.134 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Presentation and discussion of the 2016 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Department in accordance with Article 2.134 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI-58405
Constable Pct. 3
Requesting approval of the FY16 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report for the Hidalgo County Constable Department Precinct 3.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.12.
Requesting approval of the FY16 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report for the Hidalgo County Constable Department Precinct 3.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.12.
Attachments:
I.
AI-58464
Constable Precinct. 4:
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
J.
AI-58465
Constable Pct. #4 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden 2016 (OPSG) grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for OPSG 2016 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (Grant Period: January 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Operation Stonegarden 2016 (OPSG) grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign the application form and related documents under egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for OPSG 2016 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required documents (Grant Period: January 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
K.
AI-58553
Constable Precinct 4 - LBSP FY18 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY18 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY18 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY18 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY18 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
L.
AI-58471
Constable Precinct 4:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint James Moon as Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.10.A.
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint James Moon as Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.10.A.
Attachments:
11.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-58463
Presentation of 2016 State of Sheriff's Office Address by Sheriff Eddie Guerra
Sheriff J. E. Guerra presented to the court the State of the Sheriff's Office Address.
The sheriff informed that calls for service increase 6.85% over a 3 year period, received 911 calls decreased by 10%. Additionally, the patrol response time decreased from 22 minutes to 14 minutes. Also, the number of dispatch calls from 2012 to 2016 decreased to a low of 82,383.
In relation to crime rate, the comparison from 2015 to 2016 violent crime rate reduced by 14% however, the overall crime index for 2016 saw a reduction of 2%. Further, rape crime index was updated to include same sex assault. Drug cases cleared by arrest increased from 349 in 2012 to 349 to 582 in 2016. Sheriff Guerra accredited the decrease to the high awareness and emphasis of drugs. The total average population for the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility was compared from 2015 to 2016, focusing on the yearly average which recessed from 1370.64 to 1229.38 in 2016. Yearly bookings from 19,545 in 2015 to 19,172 in 2016, and the daily average number of inmates out of county went from 156.02 in 2015 to 113.71 in 2016. Also, the money spent for out of county inmates went from $2.8 million to $2.1 million. The number of uniformed services HCSO Training Academy increase from over 3,863 with 558 hours of instruction, compare to 2016 over 4,660 trained with 4598 hours of instruction.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
The training academy also created the first HCSO Tactical Medic Program which certified deputies as emergency medical technicians. The certified deputies are certified to provide critical emergency care if needed. Other improvements were done to the administration division with the support of commissioners court, and working with the office of Budget and Management. Improvements consist of technology upgrades, physical security at the sheriff's grounds, vehicle replacement program, and other ongoing projects.
No action taken on this item.
Sheriff J. E. Guerra presented to the court the State of the Sheriff's Office Address.
The sheriff informed that calls for service increase 6.85% over a 3 year period, received 911 calls decreased by 10%. Additionally, the patrol response time decreased from 22 minutes to 14 minutes. Also, the number of dispatch calls from 2012 to 2016 decreased to a low of 82,383.
In relation to crime rate, the comparison from 2015 to 2016 violent crime rate reduced by 14% however, the overall crime index for 2016 saw a reduction of 2%. Further, rape crime index was updated to include same sex assault. Drug cases cleared by arrest increased from 349 in 2012 to 349 to 582 in 2016. Sheriff Guerra accredited the decrease to the high awareness and emphasis of drugs. The total average population for the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility was compared from 2015 to 2016, focusing on the yearly average which recessed from 1370.64 to 1229.38 in 2016. Yearly bookings from 19,545 in 2015 to 19,172 in 2016, and the daily average number of inmates out of county went from 156.02 in 2015 to 113.71 in 2016. Also, the money spent for out of county inmates went from $2.8 million to $2.1 million. The number of uniformed services HCSO Training Academy increase from over 3,863 with 558 hours of instruction, compare to 2016 over 4,660 trained with 4598 hours of instruction.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
The training academy also created the first HCSO Tactical Medic Program which certified deputies as emergency medical technicians. The certified deputies are certified to provide critical emergency care if needed. Other improvements were done to the administration division with the support of commissioners court, and working with the office of Budget and Management. Improvements consist of technology upgrades, physical security at the sheriff's grounds, vehicle replacement program, and other ongoing projects.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
B.
AI-58460
Presentation and discussion of the 2016 Racial Profiling Report as presented by the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, in accordance with and adherence to Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-58509
Sheriff:
1. Requesting authorization to amend the 2015 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report and authorize the County Judge to execute said report.
2. Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 and 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
1. Requesting authorization to amend the 2015 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report and authorize the County Judge to execute said report.
2. Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2016 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 and 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
D.
AI-58572
Sheriff's Office - LBSP (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY18 grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP 18 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 2 and 3.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY18 grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP 18 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2017 - August 31, 2018).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 2 and 3.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-58531
Requesting approval for reimbursement for LVN Sergio Salinas, Medical Assistant Alma D. Flores and LVN Maximina Cruz for the completion of license for Non Certified Technician online through Texas Medical Board in the amount of $71.32 for LVN's and $50.61 for Medical Assistant.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.8.A.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.8.A.
Attachments:
12.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
No presentations or discussions presented.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
No presentations or discussions presented.
B.
AI-58635
Discussion, consideration and action on letter of support for the creation of Hidalgo County Court at Law #9
Valde Guerra informed they have been working with the courts with respect to the case loads they currently have, and the need for the new court at law #9. However, stated that the question at hand, is where the new court could be located. Support for the Hidalgo County Court at Law #9 trough the legislature would be effective in 2019. Therefore, allowing the county about 2 years to plan.
Judge Garcia mentioned waiting on Judge Gonzalez, as he has information justifying the creation of the new court. Further, the bill has already been filed but the deadline is in March.
Court proceeded to Item.23.A.
Court took no action on this item.
Valde Guerra informed they have been working with the courts with respect to the case loads they currently have, and the need for the new court at law #9. However, stated that the question at hand, is where the new court could be located. Support for the Hidalgo County Court at Law #9 trough the legislature would be effective in 2019. Therefore, allowing the county about 2 years to plan.
Judge Garcia mentioned waiting on Judge Gonzalez, as he has information justifying the creation of the new court. Further, the bill has already been filed but the deadline is in March.
Court proceeded to Item.23.A.
Court took no action on this item.
C.
AI-58643
Authorization and approval to appoint member(s) to the Emergency Services District #2 Board pursuant to Texas Health and Safety Code Section 775.034
Valde Guerra informed that the last action taken for precinct 1 was in 2013.
Commissioner David Fuentes appointees for a 2 year term:
Jason Peña from Elsa.
Horlando J. Villarreal from Edouch.
Ana Flores from Monte Alto.
Commissioner David Fuentes appointees for a 1 year term:
Gilbert Hinojosa from La Villa.
Robert Escobar from Weslaco
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Valde Guerra informed that the last action taken for precinct 1 was in 2013.
Commissioner David Fuentes appointees for a 2 year term:
Jason Peña from Elsa.
Horlando J. Villarreal from Edouch.
Ana Flores from Monte Alto.
Commissioner David Fuentes appointees for a 1 year term:
Gilbert Hinojosa from La Villa.
Robert Escobar from Weslaco
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-58569
Environmental Compliance:
Reporting the submittal of Hidalgo County's Tier 2 Chemical Inventory Report for 2016 to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and requesting payment of the associated fee of $100.00 based on types and quantities of materials stored by the county.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.12.F.
Reporting the submittal of Hidalgo County's Tier 2 Chemical Inventory Report for 2016 to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and requesting payment of the associated fee of $100.00 based on types and quantities of materials stored by the county.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.12.F.
E.
AI-58558
1. Requesting permission for the Hidalgo County Historical Committee and La Union del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) to utilize the open forum area on courthouse grounds for the historical marker dedication for the 50th Anniversary of the 1966 Starr County Farmworker Strike and March.
Valde Guerra informed they've met with the groups in involved to show the open forum area and where everything can be set up, as well as the placement of the historical marker on the courthouse square.
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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County to co-sponsor the event and place the historical marker on the Courthouse property.
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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Esther Herrera, (LUPE) thanked commissioners court for their participation.
Valde Guerra stated that they also worked with the Hidalgo County Historical Committee.
Judge Garcia stated that this is something that needed to be recognized for the positive impact to the South Texas community.
Court proceeded to Item.12.B.
Valde Guerra informed they've met with the groups in involved to show the open forum area and where everything can be set up, as well as the placement of the historical marker on the courthouse square.
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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County to co-sponsor the event and place the historical marker on the Courthouse property.
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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Esther Herrera, (LUPE) thanked commissioners court for their participation.
Valde Guerra stated that they also worked with the Hidalgo County Historical Committee.
Judge Garcia stated that this is something that needed to be recognized for the positive impact to the South Texas community.
Court proceeded to Item.12.B.
F.
AI-58517
Approval to accept settlement check from Southern County Mutual Insurance Company in the amount of $914.76 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Health Department)
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Palacios joined 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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Attachments:
13.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-58579
Pct. 3 Road Maintenance (1200)
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel action, effective next full pay period:
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioner's Court action.
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
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel action, effective next full pay period:
| Action | Dept/Program | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Create | 123-005 | 0107 | Mechanic III | $42,521.00 |
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioner's Court action.
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:
B.
AI-58538
County Treasurer (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
Raul Silguero reminded the court that in 2015 the treasurer's office amended an interlocal agreement with the drainage district to provide payroll service.
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
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
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to authorize supplemental pay allowance as per attached Exhibit A, effective next full pay period.
Silguero notified that the exhibit includes nine employees, ranging from $500.61 to $3,000. Stating that, according to the auditor, this is subject to receiving reimbursement from the drainage district.
Sergio Cruz noted that there's a process to get the money from the district. He petitioned proceeding contingency to funding.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to contingency to funding.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioner's Court Action.
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
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
Raul Silguero reminded the court that in 2015 the treasurer's office amended an interlocal agreement with the drainage district to provide payroll service.
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
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
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to authorize supplemental pay allowance as per attached Exhibit A, effective next full pay period.
Silguero notified that the exhibit includes nine employees, ranging from $500.61 to $3,000. Stating that, according to the auditor, this is subject to receiving reimbursement from the drainage district.
Sergio Cruz noted that there's a process to get the money from the district. He petitioned proceeding contingency to funding.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to contingency to funding.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioner's Court Action.
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-58422
Criminal DA (1100) / DA Pretrial Intervention (1225) DA Bond Forfeiture Comm (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 3/06/17:
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 to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
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
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 3/06/17:
| Action | Dept./ Program |
Slot No. | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
| Salary Adjustment/ Decrease |
080-015 | 0025 | Assistant District Attorney III | $6,850.00 | $5,305.00 |
| Salary Adjustment/ Increase (Create Slot) |
080-002 | 0110 | Assistant District Attorney III | $53,562.00 | $53,562.00 |
| 080-016 | 0016 | $10,298.00 | $10,298.00 | ||
| 080-015 | 0035 | $0.00 | $1,545.00 |
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
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:
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-58456
Discussion and update by UTRGV, School of Medicine, Interprofessional Education on Community-University Partnership.
Eduardo Olivarez noted they've been working with all precincts regarding the program.
Dr. John Ronnau Senior Associate Dean for Interprofessional Education, UTRGV School of Medicine, informed that the partnership between the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services and the school of medicine is to better inform the community. Their objective is to educate students from all UTRGV colleges how to better work with interprofessional collaborate teams, and how to work with all community members to ultimately increase public access.
Dr. Ronnau specially thanked Commissioner Palacios, Commissioner Flores, Commissioner Cantu and the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services. He also recognized all the work by the Alamo Resource Center, San Carlos Resource Center and Peñitas and the City of Alton for housing the Paraiso center.
Olivarez stated they are looking forward to working with new Commissioner David Fuentes and the precinct 1 community.
No action taken on this item.
Eduardo Olivarez noted they've been working with all precincts regarding the program.
Dr. John Ronnau Senior Associate Dean for Interprofessional Education, UTRGV School of Medicine, informed that the partnership between the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services and the school of medicine is to better inform the community. Their objective is to educate students from all UTRGV colleges how to better work with interprofessional collaborate teams, and how to work with all community members to ultimately increase public access.
Dr. Ronnau specially thanked Commissioner Palacios, Commissioner Flores, Commissioner Cantu and the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services. He also recognized all the work by the Alamo Resource Center, San Carlos Resource Center and Peñitas and the City of Alton for housing the Paraiso center.
Olivarez stated they are looking forward to working with new Commissioner David Fuentes and the precinct 1 community.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
B.
AI-58645
Discussion and action for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services to participate in the Heart of the Valley forum on April 2, 2017 at the McAllen Convention Center. Will like to introduce Mr. Kittlemen, General Manager, KRGV to provide a brief description.
KRGV-TV General Manager John Kittlemen spoke about the "Heart of the Valley" campaign a two week effort to focus on health issues affecting the community. During the first year they discussed topics such as diabetes in senior, children, as well as mental health.
Kittlmene informed that they are about to begin year two, which will again focus on diabetes and obesity. Channel 5 will cover these issues for two weeks. Additionally, they are partnering with "Together for Our Health" an event being held on April 2, 2017 to bring attention to diabetes and obesity.
Amir Elsayed, Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association President stated to the court that 100% of their resources and funds stay in the Valley. Their focus is in the issues here in the Valley, they are looking at focusing on diabetes, obesity, and other health issues affecting the community.
Olivarez recognized Misti Palacios for taking the lead on this project.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
KRGV-TV General Manager John Kittlemen spoke about the "Heart of the Valley" campaign a two week effort to focus on health issues affecting the community. During the first year they discussed topics such as diabetes in senior, children, as well as mental health.
Kittlmene informed that they are about to begin year two, which will again focus on diabetes and obesity. Channel 5 will cover these issues for two weeks. Additionally, they are partnering with "Together for Our Health" an event being held on April 2, 2017 to bring attention to diabetes and obesity.
Amir Elsayed, Rio Grande Valley Diabetes Association President stated to the court that 100% of their resources and funds stay in the Valley. Their focus is in the issues here in the Valley, they are looking at focusing on diabetes, obesity, and other health issues affecting the community.
Olivarez recognized Misti Palacios for taking the lead on this project.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded to Item.14.D.2.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded to Item.14.D.2.
D.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
AI-58453
Presentation of Walk Across Texas Challenge # 11.
Commissioners Court recognized the winners of Walk Across Texas the team "Office Pace" from the County Clerk's Office. The team walked a total of 3,005.06 miles, team member Anna Laura Sanchez had the most miles walked at 476.01 miles in eight weeks.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded back to Item.5.A.
Commissioners Court recognized the winners of Walk Across Texas the team "Office Pace" from the County Clerk's Office. The team walked a total of 3,005.06 miles, team member Anna Laura Sanchez had the most miles walked at 476.01 miles in eight weeks.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded back to Item.5.A.
2.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Mr. Olivarez commented that they are looking at having a chief of staff meeting from the precincts, as well as the budget office and the executive office to put something together soon.
Court Recessed to Reconvene Drainage District.
Mr. Olivarez commented that they are looking at having a chief of staff meeting from the precincts, as well as the budget office and the executive office to put something together soon.
Court Recessed to Reconvene Drainage District.
15.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-58510
1. Approval of resolutions appointing Arnold K. Patrick as the authorized official.
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. Ratification of applications for the following 2018 Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor’s Office grants:
a. Domestic Violence Court Grant #3110402
b. DWI Court Grant #2413908
c. Veteran's Court Grant #2431507
d. Prostitution Court Grant #3352401
e. Re-entry Court Grant #2800304
f. Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #2881403
g. Mental Health Court Grant #3046902
h. Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928003
Commissioner Cantu joined 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 on A to H.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Ratification of applications for the following 2018 Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor’s Office grants:
a. Domestic Violence Court Grant #3110402
b. DWI Court Grant #2413908
c. Veteran's Court Grant #2431507
d. Prostitution Court Grant #3352401
e. Re-entry Court Grant #2800304
f. Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #2881403
g. Mental Health Court Grant #3046902
h. Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928003
Commissioner Cantu joined 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 on A to H.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-58420
December 2016
1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $1,235.00.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $1,235.00.
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 Item.7.A.
1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $1,235.00.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $1,235.00.
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 Item.7.A.
Attachments:
16.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-58515
Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve Contract # 58170002587 in the amount of $4,013,662.00 with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for the Program Year 2017 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program with authorization for Jaime R. Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.7.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.7.A.
Attachments:
B.
AI-58516
Discussion, consideration and possible action to ratify acceptance of donation for $2,400 from Texas Gas Service for Share the Warmth Program with authorization for County Judge to sign pertinent documents upon final legal review
Jaime Longoria informed that Texas Gas is donating funds to assist residents with gas or light utility bills.
Naomi Perales, Texas Gas Service Regional Consumer Affairs Representative stated that costumers donate into the program and in return they donate to those who can't afford to pay utility bills.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.16.A.
Jaime Longoria informed that Texas Gas is donating funds to assist residents with gas or light utility bills.
Naomi Perales, Texas Gas Service Regional Consumer Affairs Representative stated that costumers donate into the program and in return they donate to those who can't afford to pay utility bills.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.16.A.
Attachments:
17.
IT Department:
A.
AI-58299
COMMISSIONER PCT. 1
Authorization and approval to continue with wireless service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
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
Authorization and approval to continue with wireless service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| Qty: | Description: | User: | Service Plan: |
| 5 | Cont. Data Card Service | Office Use / Sanitation | 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 each per month |
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:
18.
Urban County:
A.
AI-58392
Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for revision to the Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Citizen Participation Plan
Judge Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Judge Closed the Public Hearing.
Judge Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Judge Closed the Public Hearing.
Attachments:
B.
AI-58429
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295 , when and if applicable.” The Urban County Program on behalf of City of Palmview is requesting authority to purchase park equipment through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with Buyboard approved vendor Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. (Buyboard Contract # 512-16) in the amount of $144,891.53 (quote attached hereto). Freight/delivery is included. City of Palmview UCP Year 28 (2015) Parks, Recreational Facility Equipment funds will be utilized.
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. 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-58440
1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Granjeno is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $35,000.00 utilizing CDBG FY 29(2016) Street 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $35,000.00.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $35,000.00.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
D.
AI-58445
Requesting authorization to cancel the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) contract agreement with A Vision for You Help Center in the total amount of $5,000.
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. 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-58389
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 Construction Material Testing Services with Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., in the amount of $11,352.75 utilizing CDBG FY 26(2013) Street 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. in the amount of $11,352.75.
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. 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 Work Authorization No. 1 for Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. in the amount of $11,352.75.
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:
F.
AI-58552
1. “Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” The Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Elsa is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with SWG Engineering, LLC dba Sigler, Winston, Greenwood & Associates, in the amount of $34,511.68 utilizing CDBG FY 29 (2016) Elsa Street Improvement funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 – Elsa 2016 Street Improvements project in the amount of $34,511.68.
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
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 – Elsa 2016 Street Improvements project in the amount of $34,511.68.
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
G.
AI-58502
Urban County Program, subject to HB 1295 Compliance, is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Castle Enterprises in the amount of $45,554.90 UCP Year 29 (2016) City of Peñitas Other Public Facility Improvement funds will be utilized.
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
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
19.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-58486
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 263, Section 151/152, requesting approval of the following:
1. Declaration as “surplus” the portable building located at 6610 South FM 494, Granjeno, Texas for the purpose of sale through March 8, 2017 auction and, in the event "NO BIDS" received;
2. Declaration as “salvage” for the purpose of disposition/destruction of portable building located at 6610 South FM 494, Granjeno, Texas
Mrs. Flores noted a decision needed to be made, two requests, one from a church and the other from Humanity.
Mr. Garcia explained that this building was damaged by the May storm.
Steve Crain stated they first have to declared surplus.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 and 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Declaration as “surplus” the portable building located at 6610 South FM 494, Granjeno, Texas for the purpose of sale through March 8, 2017 auction and, in the event "NO BIDS" received;
2. Declaration as “salvage” for the purpose of disposition/destruction of portable building located at 6610 South FM 494, Granjeno, Texas
Mrs. Flores noted a decision needed to be made, two requests, one from a church and the other from Humanity.
Mr. Garcia explained that this building was damaged by the May storm.
Steve Crain stated they first have to declared surplus.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 and 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-58492
Discussion/Approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Amend the Memorandum of Understanding with Texas A&M University Health Science Center School of Public Health.
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
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
Attachments:
C.
AI-58491
Discussion/Approval to Advertise Including Approval of Specifications (as attached hereto) for Sealed Bids on Lease of Classroom Space for the Mercedes Area
Mrs. Flores disclosed that this is a three classroom center, they currently pay $300.00 per month.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mrs. Flores disclosed that this is a three classroom center, they currently pay $300.00 per month.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-58490
Discussion/Approval to Advertise and Approval of Statement of Qualifications, Requirements and Scope of Services for Program Year 2017-2018 for the Following:
1. Medical & Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers
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. Medical & Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers
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:
E.
AI-58488
Discussion/Approval to Align Revised Priority Rankings for Enrollment with New Head Start Standards and Poverty Income Guidelines for Program Year 2017-2018
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-58487
Discussion/Approval of Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council By Laws
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
20.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-58542
1. Public Hearing regarding the Partial cancellation of Jessup’s Subdivision as required by Section 232.008(c) Texas Local Government Code.
T.J. Arredondo informed that Gary F. Frisby is requesting a cancelation of 30 lots, 3 blocks and 2 streets on Jessup's Subdivision. According to Arredondo, this is an old subdivision that was never developed. The proposal is to revert back to 5 tracks of land.
Arredondo notified that the public hearing is required by statute, for the purpose of receiving any public comments. Additionally, they advertised on the newspaper three times, to allow any interested parties to comment.
Judge Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Judge Closed the Public Hearing.
2. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Order Confirming the Partial Cancellation of Jessup's Subdivision-Pct. 1
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
T.J. Arredondo informed that Gary F. Frisby is requesting a cancelation of 30 lots, 3 blocks and 2 streets on Jessup's Subdivision. According to Arredondo, this is an old subdivision that was never developed. The proposal is to revert back to 5 tracks of land.
Arredondo notified that the public hearing is required by statute, for the purpose of receiving any public comments. Additionally, they advertised on the newspaper three times, to allow any interested parties to comment.
Judge Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Judge Closed the Public Hearing.
2. Consideration and Possible Action to Approve an Order Confirming the Partial Cancellation of Jessup's Subdivision-Pct. 1
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:
21.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-58638
Presentation of certificate of appreciation to Virginia Townsend on behalf of the O.W.L.S.
No action on this item.
No action on this item.
B.
AI-58536
Receipt, review, and approval of closing documents for Parcel 2 for Pct 2 Yuma Ave Extension Project with authority for the Co Judge and or Executive Officer to sign closing documents.
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
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:
C.
AI-58584
1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo, City of McAllen, and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 concerning ROW Acquisition for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension Project from Yuma Avenue west to McColl Road.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 ROW Acquisition for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension Project from Yuma Avenue west to McColl Rd.
No action taken on this item.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 ROW Acquisition for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension Project from Yuma Avenue west to McColl Rd.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
D.
AI-58412
TXDOT Pct 2:
Requesting acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) - Amendment #1 between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Regional Linear Park Project from S. San Antonio Ave to Ridge Road (CSJ:0921-02-365) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) - Amendment #1 between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Regional Linear Park Project from S. San Antonio Ave to Ridge Road (CSJ:0921-02-365) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
22.
Pct. #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-58636
Discussion and approval of Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.24.A.
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.24.A.
Attachments:
23.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
AI-58613
Recognition of Edinburg Leadership Class XXVIII
Commissioner Palacios recognized the Edinburg Leadership Class XXVIII for their outstanding leadership skills.
The commissioner specifically recognized Ryan Yoder, Veronica Moreno, Travis McAlpine, John Garza, George Garcia, Diana Muñoz, Alice Roman, and Sergio Medina.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded to Item.4.
Commissioner Palacios recognized the Edinburg Leadership Class XXVIII for their outstanding leadership skills.
The commissioner specifically recognized Ryan Yoder, Veronica Moreno, Travis McAlpine, John Garza, George Garcia, Diana Muñoz, Alice Roman, and Sergio Medina.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded to Item.4.
24.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-58539
Salary Schedule - Various Departments:
1. Approval of salary schedule corrections, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 01/01/17.
Sergio Cruz disclosed that this is for interpreter pay for CCL#2 in the amount of $3,300 and for CCL#6 in the amount of $1,000
According to Cruz, these positions were vacant during the budget process and were not included.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of transfers.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 2 and 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of salary schedule corrections, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 01/01/17.
Sergio Cruz disclosed that this is for interpreter pay for CCL#2 in the amount of $3,300 and for CCL#6 in the amount of $1,000
According to Cruz, these positions were vacant during the budget process and were not included.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of transfers.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 2 and 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-58578
Discussion, consideration, and acceptance of Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Public Assistance subgrant award, (including all grant terms and conditions), with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents, for FEMA Public Assistance Grant 4272, Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding for the following FEMA Project Number:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| FEMA PROJECT NUMBER | TOTAL SUBGRANT AWARD |
| PA-06-TX-4272-PW-00053 | $60,637.43 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-58501
Texas VINE Grant (1283):
Approval to submit the FY 2017 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $6,928.83 (2nd Qtr.) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with the authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
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
Approval to submit the FY 2017 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $6,928.83 (2nd Qtr.) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with the authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
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:
D.
AI-58609
TXDOT Precinct No. 4:
Discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) - Amendment #2 between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for 10th Street Extension from SH 107 to FM 1925 (CSJ: 0921-02-300) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
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
Discussion, consideration, acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) - Amendment #2 between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for 10th Street Extension from SH 107 to FM 1925 (CSJ: 0921-02-300) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
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:
25.
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).
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-58489
A. Requesting approval to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" (attached herein), office furniture, equipment and vehicles as "Surplus" for the purpose of sale through auction (scheduled for 03-08-2017) in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (a)(1); AND, in the event "NO BIDS" received,
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.151(1) and/or 263.152(a)(3), Commissioners Court proceed to:'...order any of the property to be destroyed or otherwise disposed of as worthless in as much as the sale of said items CC undertook to sell (under Subsection (1) at auction on 03-08-2017 resulted in no bids were received;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
C. Requesting authority to publish advertisement for the auction of surplus equipment and vehicles scheduled for 03-08-2017, including, but not limited to, Seized, Abandoned and Unclaimed Property or additional and/or necessary auctions.
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
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263.151(1) and/or 263.152(a)(3), Commissioners Court proceed to:'...order any of the property to be destroyed or otherwise disposed of as worthless in as much as the sale of said items CC undertook to sell (under Subsection (1) at auction on 03-08-2017 resulted in no bids were received;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
C. Requesting authority to publish advertisement for the auction of surplus equipment and vehicles scheduled for 03-08-2017, including, but not limited to, Seized, Abandoned and Unclaimed Property or additional and/or necessary auctions.
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
2.
AI-58459
a. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(a)(7)(a) proprietary software;
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
b. Requesting approval of agreement(s) [if applicable] for "On-line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis including but not limited to the following Hidalgo County department(s) and subject to form 1295: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
1. District Clerk
2. Constables Pct 1 & 3
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
District Courts:
1.
AI-58627
Acceptance and approval of the listed invoices from Lexis Nexis with authority for the Hidalgo County Treasurer, Hon. Norma G. Garcia to issue payment after review, Auditors processing procedures are completed as company did not remove one "user" as requested by HC.:
a. Inv. 1611027874 in the amount of $316.00
b. Inv. 1612027793 in the amount of $316.00
c. Inv. 1701027730 in the amount of $316.00
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
a. Inv. 1611027874 in the amount of $316.00
b. Inv. 1612027793 in the amount of $316.00
c. Inv. 1701027730 in the amount of $316.00
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
C.
IT Department
1.
AI-58547
Acceptance and approval of the Amendment to the End User License Agreement between Tyler Technologies, Inc. and Hidalgo County for the maintenance and support services.
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
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:
D.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-58414
Recommendation by Precinct to reject bids received for RFB: 2016-401-12-28-YZV - Paving & Drainage Improvements- Las Nubes Dr., Marlen St., Lott Rd., and Old River Rd. as projects will be completed through force account.
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
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:
E.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-58576
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 8 (with an estimated cost of $196,441.35) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide construction management, inspection, & construction material testing services for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project from San Antonio Avenue to Ridge Road through Contract#C-15-046-03-03.
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
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:
2.
AI-58498
Pursuant to Govt. Code, Chapter 2269 and RFQ/RFP procurement packet, Commissioner Pct.. #2, recommends that HCCC appoint/designate the following members [names will be announced/offered by Comm. Cantu] of the "Committee" that will score/grade/evaluate participants of both Step 1 and 2 of the RFQ/RFP project selection/engagement of a Construction Manager at Risk [CMAR] for the design and construction of a Multi Use Facility to be located on site of the existing Palmer Pavilion and the renovation of Les Gilmore Kitchen.
Commissioner Cantu appointed: Armando Garza, Jr., Erika Zamora and Carlos Del Angel.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Commissioner Cantu appointed: Armando Garza, Jr., Erika Zamora and Carlos Del Angel.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
3.
AI-58348
a. Recommendation by project engineer L & G Engineering to award the Base Bid to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best Base Bid meeting all specifications, Clore Construction, LLC of Harlingen,TX in the total amount of $1,987,751.58 for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 - "Regional Linear Park Project- RFB No. 2016-378-11-30-YZV;
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee: Armando Garza Jr., to execute change orders that involve...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor".
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee: Armando Garza Jr., to execute change orders that involve...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18% or more without the consent of the contractor".
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
F.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-58416
a. Approve an order exempting competitive procurement requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional appraisal services for "ON CALL" Precinct No. 3 Projects;
| REAL ESTATE CENTER | LEONEL GARZA, JR. & ASSOC. | APPRAISAL HAUS | |
| EVALUATOR NO. 1 | 98 | 97 | 90 |
| 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 surveying services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of Real Estate Center for professional appraisal services for "ON CALL" Precinct No. 3 Projects.
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:
2.
AI-58473
Commissioner Pct. 3:
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $228,000.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide services required for the preparation of the Right-of-Way Map for the Shary Road (FM 494) project from FM 676 (Mile 5) to SH 107 through Contract No. C-13-333-12-03.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $228,000.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. to provide services required for the preparation of the Right-of-Way Map for the Shary Road (FM 494) project from FM 676 (Mile 5) to SH 107 through Contract No. C-13-333-12-03.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
G.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-58608
Acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 1 for additional work requested including an additional sixty (60) days in the total amount of $42,590.38, net change order increase of $32,590.38 due to project contingency allowance, under agreement # C-16-321-10-25 with Rigney Construction & Development, LLC, as recommended by Project Engineer Halff Associates, Inc for Precinct 4-"Renovations at M Road Building".
Martha Salazar recommended approving subject to the receipt of the corrected change order.
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 the receipt of the corrected change order.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Martha Salazar recommended approving subject to the receipt of the corrected change order.
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 the receipt of the corrected change order.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-58546
Requesting approval of a Professional Services Agreement# C-17-035-02-21 (as approved to negotiate by CC on 01/10/17) with HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC. for the purposes of: (on call) "engineering services" for: “Road and Bridge, C.I.P. and Other projects in General" located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-58634
Presentation of sole/quote received from Greenwich, Inc. d/b/a Commercial Kitchen Parts & Service meeting all specifications and/or requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract [but in no event to exceed $50K] for Request for Sealed Quotes titled: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office-Kitchen Equipment and Appliances-Maintenance & Repair Services-Project" RFSQ No: 2017-037-02-10-SMA.
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
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
2.
AI-58540
Pursuant to award [HCCC 11-15-16 R/AI#57261] to SmartCom for both Telecommunications and/or Internet Services, requesting approval of the agreements to provide services at the locations detailed in the agreements contained herein and as approved to form by legal counsel [HC-DA-Civil Section].
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
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
Attachments:
I.
District Attorney
1.
AI-58521
Acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion from contractor, Herrcon, LLC, for the “Construction of Space Pressure Control at the Autopsy Facility” as submitted and certified by engineer, Halff Associates, Project No. 2016-238-06-29-YSS.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
26.
Open Forum
Valde Guerra advised that Fern McClaugherty and Martha Sanchez signed up under Open Forum but were not present to speak.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
1) Opal Billman stated that under court cover of a divorce action; she has been through a political take over of private property civil asset forfeiture. According to Billman, two banks have placed a total of $1,060,300.84 of debt on the income producing property of Joe Billman and Opal Billman. She assured that neither her nor Joe borrowed any money from any banks, nor sell any community property, much less received any money. Further, she petitioned all debt be remove from her private property and all commercial buildings be shut down.
Court proceeded to Item.32.
Valde Guerra advised that Fern McClaugherty and Martha Sanchez signed up under Open Forum but were not present to speak.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
1) Opal Billman stated that under court cover of a divorce action; she has been through a political take over of private property civil asset forfeiture. According to Billman, two banks have placed a total of $1,060,300.84 of debt on the income producing property of Joe Billman and Opal Billman. She assured that neither her nor Joe borrowed any money from any banks, nor sell any community property, much less received any money. Further, she petitioned all debt be remove from her private property and all commercial buildings be shut down.
Court proceeded to Item.32.
Attachments:
27.
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:
Court went into Closed Session after reconvening 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: 4 - 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:
Court went into Closed Session after reconvening 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: 4 - 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-58590
Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Gold Rush - Tax Abatement.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI-58418
Cause No. CCD-0360-D; State of Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas vs. Pearl City Investments, L.P.; In the County Court at Law No. Four of Hidalgo County, Texas;
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
E.
AI-58602
Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
F.
AI-58437
Claim of Brittany Hernandez
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
G.
AI-58482
Claim of Roberto Garza
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
28.
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.28.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.28.A. and B.
29.
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-58591
Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Gold Rush - Tax Abatement.
Proceed as Directed.
Proceed as Directed.
D.
AI-58419
Cause No. CCD-0360-D; State of Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas vs. Pearl City Investments, L.P.; In the County Court at Law No. Four of Hidalgo County, Texas;
Valde Guerra requested the court to entertain a motion in settlement of this case accepting settlement agreement and general release of claims.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested the court to entertain a motion in settlement of this case accepting settlement agreement and general release of claims.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI-58603
Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others
Proceed as Directed.
Proceed as Directed.
F.
AI-58436
Claim of Brittany Hernandez
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $55,000
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
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $55,000
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
G.
AI-58483
Claim of Roberto Garza
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $15,000
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
If accepted it will payable to Roberto Garza and Lapeze & Johns PLLC.
Court proceeded to Item.15.
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $15,000
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
If accepted it will payable to Roberto Garza and Lapeze & Johns PLLC.
Court proceeded to Item.15.
30.
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.
31.
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.
32.
Adjourn
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
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
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 21st day of February, 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 February 21, 2017.
Signed this 21st day of FEBRUARY 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 21st day of February, 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 February 21, 2017.
Signed this 21st day of FEBRUARY 2017
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy