SPECIAL MEETING - September 19, 2017
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 19th day of September 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 September 19, 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 attendace.
All members of the court were in attendace.
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
Julia Sullivan led the courtroom in prayer.
Julia Sullivan led the courtroom in prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
The court moved to approve the consent agenda.
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
The court moved to approve the consent agenda.
5.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-61437
Proclamation declaring September 25 as National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims and inviting the community to join in the 5th Annual Candlelight Vigil "As Long As I Breathe, You Will Be Remembered," to be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Boggus Ford Events Center in Pharr.
District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez thanked the entire court for the proclamation on behalf of all the victims and the irfamilies. The district attorney acknowledged Rosie Martinez for all her work and dedication. He recognized that even when cases are closed in the judicial aspect, it goes on forever for the victims and their families.
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
Robert Garcia, CEO Rio Grande Family and Friends of Murdered Children, thanked the entire court and the district attorney's office.
District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez thanked the entire court for the proclamation on behalf of all the victims and the irfamilies. The district attorney acknowledged Rosie Martinez for all her work and dedication. He recognized that even when cases are closed in the judicial aspect, it goes on forever for the victims and their families.
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
Robert Garcia, CEO Rio Grande Family and Friends of Murdered Children, thanked the entire court and the district attorney's office.
Attachments:
B.
AI-61706
Presentation on the 50th anniversary of Hurricane Beulah.
Emergency Management Chief Saldaña presented a summary and a video of the 50th anniversary of Hurricane Beulah hitting the Rio Grande Valley.
No action taken on this item.
Emergency Management Chief Saldaña presented a summary and a video of the 50th anniversary of Hurricane Beulah hitting the Rio Grande Valley.
No action taken on this item.
6.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-61629
Constable Pct.1 - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284):
Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application, as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/22/2017 through AI-61212.
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
Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application, as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/22/2017 through AI-61212.
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:
7.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-61595
Constable Pct.2:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Alfredo Meza, Jr. as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Alfredo Meza, Jr. as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
8.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-61639
Constable Pct. 3 - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284)
Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application as approved by Commissioner's Court on September 5, 2017 under Agenda Item 61383.
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application as approved by Commissioner's Court on September 5, 2017 under Agenda Item 61383.
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-61587
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Arnold Salazar as Deputy Constable by Constable Lazaro "Larry" Gallardo, Jr., Constable Pct.3, (Irrigation District #6)in accordance to Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
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
Commissioner Cantu 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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
Attachments:
9.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-61658
1. Presentation of Hidalgo County 2016-2017 Annual Tax Collections Report
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
Tax Assessor and Collector Pablo "Paul" Villarreal presented the 2016-2017 annual tax collection report. Stating that the current delinquent roll bak total for Hidalgo County is $193,593,478.38
Under tax certificate and miscellaneous, hospital district funding, street lighting fees and other revenues the total is $4,794,768 for a total collected of $258,676,411.67
Current collections to date, from 2015-2016 based amount they collected $168,649,063.62 and for this year they collected $176,643,278.06 above last year's collection of $7.9 million.
Villarreal recollect the 5-year tax collection comparison chart, in 2016 it was 93.94%
The tax assessor took the time to acknowledge each of the precincts supervisors, from the Elsa office Hermelinda Esparza, Pct. 1, Daisy Perez from Alamo substation in precinct 2, Lucy Flores from Precinct 1, Weslaco office, Norma Ochoa from the Mission/Palmview office in precinct 3, Mary Alvarado from precinct 4, and Christie Torres, Pharr substation in precinct 2, Herlina Lara from San Juan office, Santos Castilleja Motor Vehicle Manger, and Edgar Jaramillo Executive Assistant and Julio Espinoza Property Tax manager.
2. Presentation of Hidalgo County 2016-2017 Annual Motor Vehicle Report
Santos Castilleja updated the court on the statement of revenues for the motor vehicle department. He disclosed on the vehicle title and registration services, including initial registration license plates and registration stickers, registration renewals, vehicle transfers, and others.
The total amount of transactions services in 2016 was 774,000 which brought in $167,046,760
already in 2017, they have 391,367 transactions that already brought in $85,000,628
The breakdown transaction base on location, walk-in transactions for basic renewals for passenger vehicles is $84.00 with 15% staying with the county. On the basic title transaction, the county stays with 18% about $5.00 for each transaction.
Castilleja noted on the organization established at the office to have designated areas for different transactions.
Court proceeded to Item.22.
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
Tax Assessor and Collector Pablo "Paul" Villarreal presented the 2016-2017 annual tax collection report. Stating that the current delinquent roll bak total for Hidalgo County is $193,593,478.38
Under tax certificate and miscellaneous, hospital district funding, street lighting fees and other revenues the total is $4,794,768 for a total collected of $258,676,411.67
Current collections to date, from 2015-2016 based amount they collected $168,649,063.62 and for this year they collected $176,643,278.06 above last year's collection of $7.9 million.
Villarreal recollect the 5-year tax collection comparison chart, in 2016 it was 93.94%
The tax assessor took the time to acknowledge each of the precincts supervisors, from the Elsa office Hermelinda Esparza, Pct. 1, Daisy Perez from Alamo substation in precinct 2, Lucy Flores from Precinct 1, Weslaco office, Norma Ochoa from the Mission/Palmview office in precinct 3, Mary Alvarado from precinct 4, and Christie Torres, Pharr substation in precinct 2, Herlina Lara from San Juan office, Santos Castilleja Motor Vehicle Manger, and Edgar Jaramillo Executive Assistant and Julio Espinoza Property Tax manager.
2. Presentation of Hidalgo County 2016-2017 Annual Motor Vehicle Report
Santos Castilleja updated the court on the statement of revenues for the motor vehicle department. He disclosed on the vehicle title and registration services, including initial registration license plates and registration stickers, registration renewals, vehicle transfers, and others.
The total amount of transactions services in 2016 was 774,000 which brought in $167,046,760
already in 2017, they have 391,367 transactions that already brought in $85,000,628
The breakdown transaction base on location, walk-in transactions for basic renewals for passenger vehicles is $84.00 with 15% staying with the county. On the basic title transaction, the county stays with 18% about $5.00 for each transaction.
Castilleja noted on the organization established at the office to have designated areas for different transactions.
Court proceeded to Item.22.
Attachments:
10.
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
No action or updates on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
No action or updates on this item.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No action or updates on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
No action or updates on this item.
B.
AI-61477
1. Presentation of Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017.
Linebarger representative informed on the Hidalgo County collection activities from July 2016 - 2017 it was disclosed that 137,991 statements were mailed, 37,963 incoming and outgoing phones calls were conducted, close to 7,371 property inspections and home visits were done, and 5,587 office visits were received.
During the fiscal year, the litigation summary states that they filed 1,769 lawsuits involving $3,089,43
about 731 lawsuits disposed resulting in collections or judgments of $1,310,001
795 judgments taken with a total of $1,700,475 and 104 tax warrants issued which resulted in $173,535
all in all including tax penalty and interest for the county through June 2017 helped bring in $12.7 million for the county.
At the end of June 2017, the status accounts indicates close to 60,000 delinquent accounts. The total tax accounts county wide are 338,000 about 2% are in bankruptcy and 28% exempt and referral, which are accounts where a homeowner is disable or over the age of 65 and filed an affidavit. Additionally, almost 11,000 accounts are still on litigation involving almost $10.5 million dollars. They also reported about 4,000 accounts under mail, which indicate bad addresses or returned mail.
Out of the $32 million dollars that are owe to the county, about $13 million are owe in property taxes involves accounts that are less than $1,000.
The new fiscal year that started on July 1, indicates that they are already collected $269,599 and are close to 70,000 ahead of last year.
It was informed that as of this year, they posted 320 lawsuits for sale, 81 of those paid before the sale at $493,000 and 107 lawsuits were sold for $309,072 to the county, additionally, 20 accounts were pulled because they entered into payment agreement at a dollar amount of $19,664 and and 15 accounts were pulled because of a referrals or filed bankruptcy or received letters of commitments from title companies. Finally, 97 properties wer struck off for $450,075
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
Struck off properties go into the tax resale program, 160 lawsuits that were posted for resale this year. With $2,530,000 place back into the roll back. Additionally, they still have 647,000 pending, but will be here next meeting to get approval for those resales.
The firm informed that there are four payment centers one in each precinct.
2. Presentation of Fees and Fines Report for the period of July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017.
Kelly Salazar disclosed that they collect for the district courts and county courts at law, as well as all justice of the peace courts throughout the precincts. She informed that as of June 2017, for the county courts at law, they mailed out 7,392 letters, 468 addresses and phone numbers were updated, and processed over 3,265 phone calls. On the other side, for the district courts, they sent out 16,823 letters, 1,625 addresses and phone numbers were updated, and 11,689 calls were made.
Under the justice of the peace as of June 2017, they mailed out over 18,000 letters just in precinct 4, and received over 3,000 calls from precinct 3, and placed over 86,213 calls just in precinct 3, as well. Salazar noted that they have not received any data from precinct 1. They have been able to produced over $1.2 million for Hidalgo County.
Renan Ramirez explained to the court that they are as current as they can on the data. With regards to precinct 1, he disclosed that the custodian of records is the jp from precinct 1, they have to get permission to obtain that data but have been able to receive permission from precinct 1 jp's.
Linebarger representative informed on the Hidalgo County collection activities from July 2016 - 2017 it was disclosed that 137,991 statements were mailed, 37,963 incoming and outgoing phones calls were conducted, close to 7,371 property inspections and home visits were done, and 5,587 office visits were received.
During the fiscal year, the litigation summary states that they filed 1,769 lawsuits involving $3,089,43
about 731 lawsuits disposed resulting in collections or judgments of $1,310,001
795 judgments taken with a total of $1,700,475 and 104 tax warrants issued which resulted in $173,535
all in all including tax penalty and interest for the county through June 2017 helped bring in $12.7 million for the county.
At the end of June 2017, the status accounts indicates close to 60,000 delinquent accounts. The total tax accounts county wide are 338,000 about 2% are in bankruptcy and 28% exempt and referral, which are accounts where a homeowner is disable or over the age of 65 and filed an affidavit. Additionally, almost 11,000 accounts are still on litigation involving almost $10.5 million dollars. They also reported about 4,000 accounts under mail, which indicate bad addresses or returned mail.
Out of the $32 million dollars that are owe to the county, about $13 million are owe in property taxes involves accounts that are less than $1,000.
The new fiscal year that started on July 1, indicates that they are already collected $269,599 and are close to 70,000 ahead of last year.
It was informed that as of this year, they posted 320 lawsuits for sale, 81 of those paid before the sale at $493,000 and 107 lawsuits were sold for $309,072 to the county, additionally, 20 accounts were pulled because they entered into payment agreement at a dollar amount of $19,664 and and 15 accounts were pulled because of a referrals or filed bankruptcy or received letters of commitments from title companies. Finally, 97 properties wer struck off for $450,075
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
Struck off properties go into the tax resale program, 160 lawsuits that were posted for resale this year. With $2,530,000 place back into the roll back. Additionally, they still have 647,000 pending, but will be here next meeting to get approval for those resales.
The firm informed that there are four payment centers one in each precinct.
2. Presentation of Fees and Fines Report for the period of July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017.
Kelly Salazar disclosed that they collect for the district courts and county courts at law, as well as all justice of the peace courts throughout the precincts. She informed that as of June 2017, for the county courts at law, they mailed out 7,392 letters, 468 addresses and phone numbers were updated, and processed over 3,265 phone calls. On the other side, for the district courts, they sent out 16,823 letters, 1,625 addresses and phone numbers were updated, and 11,689 calls were made.
Under the justice of the peace as of June 2017, they mailed out over 18,000 letters just in precinct 4, and received over 3,000 calls from precinct 3, and placed over 86,213 calls just in precinct 3, as well. Salazar noted that they have not received any data from precinct 1. They have been able to produced over $1.2 million for Hidalgo County.
Renan Ramirez explained to the court that they are as current as they can on the data. With regards to precinct 1, he disclosed that the custodian of records is the jp from precinct 1, they have to get permission to obtain that data but have been able to receive permission from precinct 1 jp's.
Attachments:
C.
AI-61696
1. Discussion, consideration, and authorization to accept an energy audit/efficiency analysis conducted by E3 Entegral Solutions, Inc [currently awarded through BuyBoard contract #527-17] for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office at no cost;
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. Discussion, consideration, and authorization for E3 Entegral Solutions, Inc to conduct a countywide preliminary energy audit/efficiency assessments [through the same awarded BuyBoard contract #527-17] at no cost to County including the signing of the required Letter of Intent;
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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
With respect to the letter of intent, the county judge or the executive officer can sign off on the letter.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to allow the county judge or executive officer to sign letter of intent.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Court recessed at 11:46 a.m.
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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
With respect to the letter of intent, the county judge or the executive officer can sign off on the letter.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to allow the county judge or executive officer to sign letter of intent.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Court recessed at 11:46 a.m.
Attachments:
11.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed
Court reconvened at 11:47 a.m.
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
Court reconvened at 11:47 a.m.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI-61680
Pct. 1 Rd. Maintenance/Administration (1200):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17:
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
2. Approval to change Administrative Assistant I, Slot# 0030, from Full-Time to Part-Time, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
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. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17:
| Action | Dept./ Program | Slot # | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Net Change |
| Delete | 121-005 | 0023 | Maintenance III | $36,248.00 | $0.00 | ($36,248.00) |
| Create | 121-005 | 0161 | Supervisor II | $0.00 | $42,500.00 | $42,500.00 |
| Total | $6,252.00 | |||||
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval to change Administrative Assistant I, Slot# 0030, from Full-Time to Part-Time, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17.
| Action | Dept./ Program | Slot # | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Net Change |
| Set salary & Position type | 121-004 | 0030 | Administrative Assistant I | $26,547.00 | $20,295.00 | ($6,252.00) |
| Total | ($6,252.00) | |||||
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
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:
C.
AI-61614
Pct. 2 Administration (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17:
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
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Current Position Title | Proposed Position Title |
| Position Title Change | 122-005 | 0013 | Accountant III | Accounts Payable Supervisor |
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:
D.
AI-61625
Sheriff's Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 10/02/17:
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
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 10/02/17:
| Action | Slot# | Dept./Program | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Allowance |
| Clothing allowance (add) | 0179 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step I | $500.00 |
| Clothing allowance (add) | 0371 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step I | $500.00 |
| Clothing allowance (add) | 0403 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step I | $500.00 |
| Clothing allowance (add) | 0171 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step I | $500.00 |
| Clothing allowance (add) | 0374 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step I | $500.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0062 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step II | $0.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0133 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0228 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step II | $0.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0074 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step II | $0.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0145 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff Step II | $0.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0202 | 280-001 | Senior Deputy Sheriff Step I | $0.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0158 | 280-001 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 |
| Clothing allowance (delete) | 0029 | 280-001 | Sergeant Step II | $0.00 |
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-61652
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17:
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
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 10/02/17:
| Action | Dept./Program | Slot# | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Net Change |
| Salary Adjustment / (Reduce) | 080-002 | 0128 | Administrative Assistant II | $31,979.00 | $29,198.00 | ($2,781.00) |
| Salary Adjustment/ (Reduce) | 080-002 | 0130 | Administrative Assistant II | $31,979.00 | $29,198.00 | ($2,781.00) |
| Salary Adjustment/ (Increase) | 080-002 | 0047 | Assistant District Attorney II | $51,788.00 | $57,350.00 | $5,562.00 |
| Total | $0.00 | |||||
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:
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-61656
Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo County Urban County Program's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) prior to submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Judge Garcia Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Judge Garcia Closed the Public Hearing.
Judge Garcia Opened the Public Hearing.
No comments presented.
Judge Garcia Closed the Public Hearing.
Attachments:
B.
AI-61467
1. Requesting approval of the Hidalgo County’s Regional Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) Plan contingent upon comments received.
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. Requesting approval to authorize the Hidalgo County Judge to sign the Regional Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) Plan and all related documents pertaining to the Affirmatively Further Fair Housing (AFFH) Rule.
Commissioner Cantu 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
Commissioner Cantu 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
Attachments:
C.
AI-61646
Requesting approval of Year 30 (2017) Urban County Program Interlocal Agreements with (16) participating cities and authorization for Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign any and all agreements.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
D.
AI-61653
Request approval to declare and dispose the assets listed on Exhibit "A" surplus and clear inventory list.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
13.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-61641
Discussion, consideration and approval of Proclamation for ZIKA Action Day.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-61663
Child Health FY 17 (1293):
1. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor for program income earned in the amount of $54.69 from the Child Health FY 17 grant.
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 of appropriation of funds in the amount of $54.69.
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. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor for program income earned in the amount of $54.69 from the Child Health FY 17 grant.
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 of appropriation of funds in the amount of $54.69.
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:
C.
AI-61675
Prenatal FY 17 (1293):
1. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor for program income earned in the amount of $725.28 from the Prenatal FY 17 grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $725.28.
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. Approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor for program income earned in the amount of $725.28 from the Prenatal FY 17 grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $725.28.
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
D.
AI-61695
Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between The County of Hidalgo and Tropical Texas Behavioral Health. The purpose is to establish, coordinate and provide preparedness, response and recovery in the event of a disaster.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-61694
Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between The County of Hidalgo and Nuestra Clinica Del Valle. The purpose is to facilitate public health response during public health emergencies.
Eduardo Olivarez disclosed that they'll be taking no action as they are waiting on legal response.
Eduardo Olivarez disclosed that they'll be taking no action as they are waiting on legal response.
Attachments:
F.
AI-61651
1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on 09/05/17 on AI-61409 that approved the Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the County of Hidalgo.
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. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston - Brownsville Campus.
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. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston - Brownsville Campus.
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:
G.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures
No discussion or action taken on this item.
No discussion or action taken on this item.
H.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
No discussion or action taken on this item.
No discussion or action taken on this item.
14.
Fire Marshal's Office:
A.
AI-61227
Discussion and approval of the Rural Emergency Service Interlocal Agreement with the City of Penitas.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-61552
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve and adopt By-Laws for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
AI-61553
2018 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Community Action Plan (CAP) and Budget.
1. Public hearing regarding the proposed 2018 CSBG CAP plan and budget.
2. Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding adoption of the 2018 CSBG CAP plan and budget with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
No action taken on Item.15.B.1 & 2.
1. Public hearing regarding the proposed 2018 CSBG CAP plan and budget.
2. Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding adoption of the 2018 CSBG CAP plan and budget with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
No action taken on Item.15.B.1 & 2.
C.
AI-61554
Discussion, consideration, and possible approval to amend the 2017 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) budget to recognize final award amount and include the emergency service unit.
According to Longoria, their allocation dropped for 2017 in the amount of $16,813 due to population shift. In addition, they allocated money to equip an enclosed trailer in any case they have to operate from there.
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
According to Longoria, their allocation dropped for 2017 in the amount of $16,813 due to population shift. In addition, they allocated money to equip an enclosed trailer in any case they have to operate from there.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
16.
Elections Administration:
A.
Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates.
No discussion or action taken on this item.
No discussion or action taken on this item.
17.
Public Defender's Office:
A.
AI-61483
Public Defender's:
Discussion, consideration, and Approval to appoint Victoria Andrea Segundo, UTRGV Student as volunteer Public Defender Intern for the period of September 19, 2017 through November 30, 2017.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Discussion, consideration, and Approval to appoint Victoria Andrea Segundo, UTRGV Student as volunteer Public Defender Intern for the period of September 19, 2017 through November 30, 2017.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-61603
Requesting authorization for title reports, appraisals, surveys metes & bounds and acquisition of land for the Pct 2 Rancho Blanco Road Extension Project.
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
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
B.
AI-61602
Requesting authorization for title reports, appraisals, surveys metes & bounds and acquisition of land for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Bridge Replacement Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
19.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-61704
Presentation of 2018 Budget Status Report
Sergio Cruz informed that they'll be filling the proposed budget with the County Clerk's Office and the Auditor's Office by tomorrow morning, and have it available for the public. The budget is base on the tax rate of $0.058 per $100 valuation. At the moment they are looking at a general budget of $200,700,095 and a total budget of $282,104,249.75 they have an estimate amount for the fund balance of $27,969 which is roughly about 13.9% of the 2018 proposed budget.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
Sergio Cruz informed that they'll be filling the proposed budget with the County Clerk's Office and the Auditor's Office by tomorrow morning, and have it available for the public. The budget is base on the tax rate of $0.058 per $100 valuation. At the moment they are looking at a general budget of $200,700,095 and a total budget of $282,104,249.75 they have an estimate amount for the fund balance of $27,969 which is roughly about 13.9% of the 2018 proposed budget.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
B.
AI-61702
TXDOT Receivables (1315):
Authority for the County Judge to sign Comptroller of Public Accounts Form 74-209 Miscellaneous Claim Application for all qualifying reimbursement requests associated with the following TXDOT road projects:
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Authority for the County Judge to sign Comptroller of Public Accounts Form 74-209 Miscellaneous Claim Application for all qualifying reimbursement requests associated with the following TXDOT road projects:
- Pct 1 Mile 2 West CSJ#0921-02-170 (program 121-040)
- Pct 3 FM2221 CSJ#0862-01-037/047 (program 123-071)
- Pct 3 FM681 CSJ#0669-01-043 (program 123-070)
- Pct 3 SH364 CSJ#2966-01-009 (program 123-045)
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-61682
WIC ADM (1292):
Approval of deobligation of funds for the WIC Adm Program in the amount of $300,000.00
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
Approval of deobligation of funds for the WIC Adm Program in the amount of $300,000.00
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
Attachments:
20.
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 FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED 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.
Executive Office
1.
AI-61697
Approval and acceptance of the Service Contract between Hidalgo County and Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. with participation available to all eligible Hidalgo County Employees at their own cost including authority for County Judge or Presiding Officer to sign document for “RFP No: 2017-064-07-19-YSS Pre-Paid (Post Tax) Voluntary Legal Services” Project. Previously approved by HCCC on 08-22-17, AI #61103.
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:
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-61627
Requesting authority to purchase (1) new 2017 John Deere 750K CRAWLER DOZER from DOGGETT Heavy Machinery Services [awarded vendor under Buy Board's contract #515-16] in the amount of $199,900.00 for Commissioner Pct.1 through submitted Requisition #349088 upon 1295 compliance.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-61708
Requesting approval of "Amendment No. 1" to the AIA B101-2007 Standard Form of Agreement (C-17-184-06-27) with Nassari-Warren Group Architects, Inc. for Project: “The Design and Construction of Memorial Park Phase I" (located at 107 Highway and Sunflower Road, Edinburg, Texas)in Precinct No. 4, to modify/ratify articles in AIA (as reflected in attachment herein) including an increase of ($ 5,836.00) for Architectural basic services with the final aggregate amount totaling ($ 85,836.00).
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.
AI-61677
Recommendation to "cease" the negotiations process with the #1 ranked firm Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC, for the provisions of "engineering services" for the: "Cesar Chavez Road" project, as (selected/ranked by CC on 03/21/17-AI-59044 (D,E,F), due to budget constraints.
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:
D.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-61398
Presentation of the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [and meeting all specifications and requirements] for the purpose of award of bid to Del Valle Termite & Pest Control, McAllen, Texas, including approval of the contract for: RFB 2017-163-07-19 - "Pest Control Services for All Sheriff's Office Facilities", subject to compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 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.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-61466
Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Matt’s Cash and Carry Building Materials, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid[meeting all specifications and/or requirements as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - "Construction Building Materials and Related Supplies" through project No.: 2017-180a-08-09-FAZ.
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
Attachments:
21.
Open Forum
1) Fern McClaugherty spoke in regards to the salaries of the commissioners and the county judge, and noted on the possible $29,000 salary adjustment suggested for the executive officer. She also mentioned the creation of precinct 5 constable and justice of the peace. McClaugherty also claimed that the county has relation to the appraisal district.
Court proceeded to Item.24.A.
1) Fern McClaugherty spoke in regards to the salaries of the commissioners and the county judge, and noted on the possible $29,000 salary adjustment suggested for the executive officer. She also mentioned the creation of precinct 5 constable and justice of the peace. McClaugherty also claimed that the county has relation to the appraisal district.
Court proceeded to Item.24.A.
Attachments:
22.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, 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:
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
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-61644
Hidalgo County v. Maria Elena Amaya
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI-61647
Hidalgo County v. Javi Herrera & Seny Aide Perez
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
E.
AI-61649
Hidalgo County v. Rodolfo Coronado, Jr. & Valente M. Diaz
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
23.
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. 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.23.A. and B.
B. 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.23.A. and B.
24.
Open Session:
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
Court proceeded to back to Item.10.A.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
Court proceeded to back to Item.10.A.
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
Proceed as Directed.
Proceed as Directed.
C.
AI-61645
Hidalgo County v. Maria Elena Amaya
Mr. Guerra reported that this case is being facilitated and has been assigned to Josephine Ramirez Civil Division Office of the District Attorney's Office for 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Guerra reported that this case is being facilitated and has been assigned to Josephine Ramirez Civil Division Office of the District Attorney's Office for 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
D.
AI-61648
Hidalgo County v. Javi Herrera & Seny Aide Perez
Mr. Guerra reported that this case is being facilitated and has been assigned to Josephine Ramirez Civil Division Office of the District Attorney's Office for action.
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
Mr. Guerra reported that this case is being facilitated and has been assigned to Josephine Ramirez Civil Division Office of the District Attorney's Office for action.
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
E.
AI-61655
Hidalgo County v. Rodolfo Coronado, Jr. & Valente M. Diaz
Mr. Guerra reported that this case is being facilitated and has been assigned to Josephine Ramirez Civil Division Office of the District Attorney's Office for action.
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
Mr. Guerra reported that this case is being facilitated and has been assigned to Josephine Ramirez Civil Division Office of the District Attorney's Office for action.
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
25.
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.
26.
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.
27.
Adjourn
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
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 19th day of September, 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 September 19, 2017.
Signed this 20th day of September 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 19th day of September, 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 September 19, 2017.
Signed this 20th day of September 2017
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy