SPECIAL MEETING - January 9, 2018
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 9th day of January A.D., 2018, 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 January 9, 2018 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 in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, 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 present during roll call.
All members of the court were present during roll call.
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.
Court proceeded to Item.21.
Julia Sullivan led the courtroom in prayer.
Court proceeded to Item.21.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Items. 2.B., 6.B., 10.F. and 11.C. D. E. to be pulled for further discussion.
The court moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Items. 2.B., 6.B., 10.F. and 11.C. D. E. to be pulled for further discussion.
5.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-63145
Requesting approval of revisions to the Hidalgo County Small Town Economic Development Grant Program Guidelines previously approved on 11/21/17
Michael Leo informed that they have been working with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Small Business Development Center, they now have an actual date to start the training sessions. They'll begin in April and will accept applications until March. The program is for smaller communities with a population of less than 20,000 and located in unincorporated areas. The deadline to submit their intent to participate is March 15, which has been incorporated into the guidelines.
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.19.C.
Michael Leo informed that they have been working with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Small Business Development Center, they now have an actual date to start the training sessions. They'll begin in April and will accept applications until March. The program is for smaller communities with a population of less than 20,000 and located in unincorporated areas. The deadline to submit their intent to participate is March 15, which has been incorporated into the guidelines.
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.19.C.
Attachments:
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-63067
DA's Title IV-E (1100):
1. Approval of the REVISED Title IV-E Grant Budget (Contract #23941008) for October 1, 2017 - September 30, 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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
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
1. Approval of the REVISED Title IV-E Grant Budget (Contract #23941008) for October 1, 2017 - September 30, 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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
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:
7.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-63113
Constable Pct. 4 - TTBH (1285):
1. Requesting approval of amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and County of Hidalgo by and through the Office of Constable Pct. 4.
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. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
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
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign amendment to 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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor.
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
5. Approval of appropriation of funds.
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. Requesting approval of amendment to the Interlocal Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and County of Hidalgo by and through the Office of Constable Pct. 4.
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. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the Interlocal Agreement terms and conditions.
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
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign amendment to 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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor.
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
5. Approval of appropriation of funds.
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:
8.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-63104
1. Authorization and approval of Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), San Antonio Field Office (SNA), Port Isabel Detention Center (PIDC) and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department with regards to certain emergency situations.
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. Authorization for County Sheriff to sign document.
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
Court proceeded to Item.9.B.
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. Authorization for County Sheriff to sign document.
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
Court proceeded to Item.9.B.
Attachments:
9.
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 discussion was conducted on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra reported on an issue that occurred last night with a Time Warner Cable fiber line that was damaged, which affected the county's server. Guerra emphasized that this was not a county issue, it was a Time Warner Cable issue.
Judge Garcia joined the meeting.
Court proceeded to Item.11.A.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No action or discussion was conducted on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra reported on an issue that occurred last night with a Time Warner Cable fiber line that was damaged, which affected the county's server. Guerra emphasized that this was not a county issue, it was a Time Warner Cable issue.
Judge Garcia joined the meeting.
Court proceeded to Item.11.A.
B.
AI-63148
1. Presentation by P,R & S, LLC of Hidalgo County's Master Plan.
Sally Gavlik introduced her background as a parks and recreation professional who has been the director in Corpus Christi and City of McAllen. Additionally, she has worked on Master Plans for the cities of Weslaco, McAllen, Mission, San Benito and Alton. She informed that the county's Master Plan expired in 2012, the one being presented today is a new Master Plan. Gavlik related that in order to receive grants from Texas Parks and Wildlife, they have to have a master plan. Developing a Master Plan allows for extra points.
Through the process they had over 1,000 online surveys, (2) focus groups with precincts 1 and 4. For precinct 3, they used the AgriLife plan, and for precinct 2, they utilized the TxDOT grant. During this process they also established goals and objectives. They received the largest response from precinct 2 at 38% and the lowest from Precinct 4 at 18%
The Comprehensive Master Plan contains the need to identify needs and priorities for parks and recreation areas, update and expand current park facilities, re-assess the needs for parks, recreational areas, facilities and improvements. Realize opportunities for joint use agreements was extremely important for all surveys through the AgriLife Plan and TxDOT Plan. This also included establishing a priority park amenity listing for grant applications and existing and future land use and the related distribution of population in the county.
The top 10 priorities identified for park development were, youth softball fields, youth soccer fields, leisure pool, dog park, nature center, motorized trail, trails, youth baseball, disc golf, and tennis. In addition to the top ten county priorities, they also conducted a top ten priority list for each precinct.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of Hidalgo County's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.
Judge Garcia stepped away from the meeting.
Valde Guerra explained that part of the documentation within the adoption is the "resolution" within the Master Plan. Guerra sought guidance from Mr. Crain as there is no separate action item, because this is a document withing the Master Plan. Crain recommended having court by order, which will be action of this court adopt the plan and resolution. Guerra clarified that they'll change the word "resolution" to "order" as an attach document to the Master Plan.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Sally Gavlik introduced her background as a parks and recreation professional who has been the director in Corpus Christi and City of McAllen. Additionally, she has worked on Master Plans for the cities of Weslaco, McAllen, Mission, San Benito and Alton. She informed that the county's Master Plan expired in 2012, the one being presented today is a new Master Plan. Gavlik related that in order to receive grants from Texas Parks and Wildlife, they have to have a master plan. Developing a Master Plan allows for extra points.
Through the process they had over 1,000 online surveys, (2) focus groups with precincts 1 and 4. For precinct 3, they used the AgriLife plan, and for precinct 2, they utilized the TxDOT grant. During this process they also established goals and objectives. They received the largest response from precinct 2 at 38% and the lowest from Precinct 4 at 18%
The Comprehensive Master Plan contains the need to identify needs and priorities for parks and recreation areas, update and expand current park facilities, re-assess the needs for parks, recreational areas, facilities and improvements. Realize opportunities for joint use agreements was extremely important for all surveys through the AgriLife Plan and TxDOT Plan. This also included establishing a priority park amenity listing for grant applications and existing and future land use and the related distribution of population in the county.
The top 10 priorities identified for park development were, youth softball fields, youth soccer fields, leisure pool, dog park, nature center, motorized trail, trails, youth baseball, disc golf, and tennis. In addition to the top ten county priorities, they also conducted a top ten priority list for each precinct.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of Hidalgo County's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.
Judge Garcia stepped away from the meeting.
Valde Guerra explained that part of the documentation within the adoption is the "resolution" within the Master Plan. Guerra sought guidance from Mr. Crain as there is no separate action item, because this is a document withing the Master Plan. Crain recommended having court by order, which will be action of this court adopt the plan and resolution. Guerra clarified that they'll change the word "resolution" to "order" as an attach document to the Master Plan.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-63037
Introduction/approval of new officers for the Hidalgo County Library System for 2018-2020 as follows:
President - Kathleen Horan from the McAllen Public Library
Vice-President - Yenni Espinoza from the Penitas Library
Secretary - Mayra Rocha from the Speer Memorial Library in Mission
Kathleen Horan President of the McAllen Public Library and Yenni Espinoza Vice-President of the Peñitas Library, were present to thanked the court for all their investment in assisting illiteracy within the county. Horan assured she will be working with the formal officers to continue expanding their collection in e-books and e-audio books. They plan to promote the website through social media and special events. They currently have more than 1,550 people who already registered to borrow e-books and e-audio books.
Guerra informed that the County of Hidalgo has a library system that was established by constituency by order of election, c.1970. The member libraries which are the municipality libraries the directors of those libraries act as administrators, coordinators and representatives of the library system.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
President - Kathleen Horan from the McAllen Public Library
Vice-President - Yenni Espinoza from the Penitas Library
Secretary - Mayra Rocha from the Speer Memorial Library in Mission
Kathleen Horan President of the McAllen Public Library and Yenni Espinoza Vice-President of the Peñitas Library, were present to thanked the court for all their investment in assisting illiteracy within the county. Horan assured she will be working with the formal officers to continue expanding their collection in e-books and e-audio books. They plan to promote the website through social media and special events. They currently have more than 1,550 people who already registered to borrow e-books and e-audio books.
Guerra informed that the County of Hidalgo has a library system that was established by constituency by order of election, c.1970. The member libraries which are the municipality libraries the directors of those libraries act as administrators, coordinators and representatives of the library system.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-63045
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (1100):
1. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2018 county allocation of required local match in the amount of $939,409.00 for DSHS Contract #537-18-0127-00036-A01 in accordance with Texas Health & Safety Code Section 534.066 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2018 county allocation match in the amount of $248,109.00 for psychiatric emergency crisis services - DSHS Contract #537-18-0127-00036-A06 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
TOTAL PAYMENT AMOUNT $1,187,518.00
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2018 county allocation of required local match in the amount of $939,409.00 for DSHS Contract #537-18-0127-00036-A01 in accordance with Texas Health & Safety Code Section 534.066 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of payment to Tropical Texas Behavioral Health for FY 2018 county allocation match in the amount of $248,109.00 for psychiatric emergency crisis services - DSHS Contract #537-18-0127-00036-A06 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
TOTAL PAYMENT AMOUNT $1,187,518.00
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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-63047
Approval of Field Agreement among USDA, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Wildlife Services and Texas AgriLife Extension Service-Wildlife Services and Texas Wildlife Damage Management Association, Inc. and Hidalgo County
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: 3 - 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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
AI-63005
Approval of 2018 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Donna Hooks Fletcher Museum in the amount of $10,000.00
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: 3 - 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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-63006
Approval of 2018 Museum Funding Agreement between County of Hidalgo and the Mission Historical Museum in the amount of $10,000.00
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.9.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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.9.A.
Attachments:
10.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed
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
B.
AI-63102
Justice of the Peace Pct. 5 (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
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
Constable Pct. 5 (1100):
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
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
Raul Silguero disclosed that the constable would have to come back so he can nominate the people he wants to hire. By statute he needs to come to present the names of those individuals.
Constable Pct. 1 (1100):
3. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
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
4. Approval of transfers.
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
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Create | 069-001 | 0002 | Court Coordinator | $45,923.00 |
| Create | 069-001 | 0003 | Assistant Court Coordinator | $36,455.00 |
| Create | 069-001 | 0004 | Clerk III | $26,796.00 |
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
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
Constable Pct. 5 (1100):
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Create | 295-001 | 0002 | Chief Deputy Constable I | $62,784.00 |
| Create | 295-001 | 0003 | Deputy Constable | $44,577.00 |
| Create | 295-001 | 0004 | Administrative Assistant II | $28,940.00 |
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
Raul Silguero disclosed that the constable would have to come back so he can nominate the people he wants to hire. By statute he needs to come to present the names of those individuals.
Constable Pct. 1 (1100):
3. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 291-001 | 0015 | Deputy Constable Step I | $44,577.00 |
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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
4. Approval of transfers.
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:
C.
AI-63122
Sheriff (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 1/22/2018:
Silguero noted that this is subject to funding.
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 subject to funding.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 1/22/2018:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Create | 280-001 | 0430 | Deputy Sheriff | $44,577.00 |
Silguero noted that this is subject to funding.
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 subject to funding.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-63077
Tax Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 1/22/2018:
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
Valde Guerra commented (Not in relation to Item.10.D. Tax Office) there have been similar issues in relation to reallocation from one slot to another slot. Guerra noted that he will be asking Silguero's office to draft a policy that addresses those issues, in relation to wash allocation. Silguero noted that these are administrative changes, they'll work with department to assured they have the right policy.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period of 1/22/2018:
| Action | Dept./ Program | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance Amount | Proposed Allowance Amount |
| Delete Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0169 | Executive Assistant II | $1,500.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Auto Allowance | 140-001 | 0019 | Executive Assistant II | $0.00 | $1,500.00 |
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
Valde Guerra commented (Not in relation to Item.10.D. Tax Office) there have been similar issues in relation to reallocation from one slot to another slot. Guerra noted that he will be asking Silguero's office to draft a policy that addresses those issues, in relation to wash allocation. Silguero noted that these are administrative changes, they'll work with department to assured they have the right policy.
Attachments:
E.
AI-63079
Health & Human Services - ZIKA HRSA/ZIKA CMM (1293):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
Raul Silguero informed that all these are Zika grants which expires next June.
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
Valde Guerra explained that individuals occupied for these positions are contingent on the existence of those funds. Individuals are subject to the grant, and do sign a document acknowledging the condition of employment.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Create | 340-073 | 0001 | Community Health Worker | $13,398.00 |
| 340-074 | $13,398.00 | |||
| Total | $26,796.00 | |||
| Create | 340-073 | 0002 | Community Health Worker | $13,398.00 |
| 340-074 | $13,398.00 | |||
| Total | $26,796.00 | |||
| Create | 340-073 | 0003 | Community Health Worker | $13,398.00 |
| 340-074 | $13,398.00 | |||
| Total | $26,796.00 | |||
| Create | 340-073 | 0004 | Licensed Vocational Nurse II | $22,961.50 |
| 340-074 | $22,961.50 | |||
| Total | $45,923.00 | |||
| Create | 340-073 | 0005 | Licensed Vocational Nurse II | $22,961.50 |
| 340-074 | $22,961.50 | |||
| Total | $45,923.00 | |||
| Create | 340-073 | 0006 | Licensed Vocational Nurse II | $22,961.50 |
| 340-074 | $22,961.50 | |||
| Total | $45,923.00 | |||
| Create | 340-073 | 0007 | Social Worker | $22,961.50 |
| 340-074 | $22,961.50 | |||
| Total | $45,923.00 | |||
Raul Silguero informed that all these are Zika grants which expires next June.
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
Valde Guerra explained that individuals occupied for these positions are contingent on the existence of those funds. Individuals are subject to the grant, and do sign a document acknowledging the condition of employment.
Attachments:
F.
AI-63168
93rd District Court (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/01/2018:
Silguero informed that the new employee is coming from another court, which according to him, would make this just a lateral transfer. He disclosed that the employee is currently making $45,078 and there will be no change in duties. Therefore, Silguero restated that this be consider a later transfer, keeping the salary.
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 on Slot #0003 Bailiff.
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 on Slot #0004 Assistant Court Coordinator.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/01/2018:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Net Change |
| Salary Adjustment | 002-001 | 0003 | Bailiff | $43,359.00 | $50,395.00 | $7,036.00 |
| Interpreter Pay Adjustment | $4,000.00 | $6,000.00 | $2,000.00 | |||
| Salary Increase | 002-001 | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator | $41,816.00 | $51,816.00 | $10,000.00 |
Silguero informed that the new employee is coming from another court, which according to him, would make this just a lateral transfer. He disclosed that the employee is currently making $45,078 and there will be no change in duties. Therefore, Silguero restated that this be consider a later transfer, keeping the salary.
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 on Slot #0003 Bailiff.
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 on Slot #0004 Assistant Court Coordinator.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-63178
398th District Court:
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/01/2018:
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
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/01/2018:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Net Change |
| Salary Increase | 009-001 | 0003 | Assistant Court Coordinator | $55,000.00 | $57,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
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:
H.
AI-63180
139th District Court (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/01/2018:
Judge Roberto "Bobby" Flores appeared in front of the court to inform that he filed some adjustments in August 29, 2017. The judge made clear he was not asking for any additional money, in fact, he stated that in previous years he has return money. He petitioned the court to permit the adjustments be made, and be allowed to increase some salaries.
Raul Silguero explained that the judge petitioned to increase three salaries, however, during the budget process the county as a whole was not considering changes to employee salaries. Therefore, they met with the judge at the start of the year.
Crain recommended approving Item.10.A. before approving this item.
Court proceeded to Item.10.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
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 1/01/2018:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary | Net Change |
| Salary Increase | 003-001 | 0002 | Court Coordinator | $61,192.00 | $63,500.00 | $2,308.00 |
| Salary Increase | 003-001 | 0003 | Bailiff | $50,395.00 | $55,000.00 | $4,605.00 |
| $6,000.00 | $6,000.00 | $0.00 | ||||
| Salary Increase | 003-001 | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator | $59,028.00 | $61,000.00 | $1,972.00 |
Judge Roberto "Bobby" Flores appeared in front of the court to inform that he filed some adjustments in August 29, 2017. The judge made clear he was not asking for any additional money, in fact, he stated that in previous years he has return money. He petitioned the court to permit the adjustments be made, and be allowed to increase some salaries.
Raul Silguero explained that the judge petitioned to increase three salaries, however, during the budget process the county as a whole was not considering changes to employee salaries. Therefore, they met with the judge at the start of the year.
Crain recommended approving Item.10.A. before approving this item.
Court proceeded to Item.10.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
Attachments:
I.
AI-63154
Pct. 1 Rd. Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval to extend Temporary positions listed for 12 weeks beginning 01/01/2018 and ending 03/16/2018, as follows:
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.6.A.
1. Approval to extend Temporary positions listed for 12 weeks beginning 01/01/2018 and ending 03/16/2018, as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Budgeted Salary/ Hourly Rate |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 121-005 | T162 | Maintenance III | $9,298.00/yr. - $19.37/hr. |
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.6.A.
Attachments:
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-63076
1. Urban County Program (UCP) is requesting Commissioner’s Court consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Executive Director as the Civil Rights Officer to ensure compliance for the following:
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Urban County Program (UCP) is requesting Commissioner’s Court consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Executive Director as the Labor Standards Officer to ensure compliance for the following:
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
- Nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) regulations implementing Section 504, Equal Opportunity and Fair Housing Officer(s) for the 2016 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program Fund (CEDAP) TDA Contract No. 7127005
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Urban County Program (UCP) is requesting Commissioner’s Court consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Executive Director as the Labor Standards Officer to ensure compliance for the following:
- The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) regulations implementing Davis-Bacon Labor Standards for the 2016 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program Fund (CEDAP) TDA Contract No. 7127005
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-63080
Requesting approval to cancel the application of Pablo & Margarita Gonzalez at the request of homeowner. Commissioner’s Court approved applicant for assistance on November 21, 2017 (Agenda item #42761).
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
Attachments:
C.
AI-63085
Requesting approval of a program amendment for the City of La Villa FY’s 27, 28 & 29 (2014, 2015 & 2016) work plans. The amendment will modify the current scope of work from a 200,000 gallon to a 100,000 gallon elevated water storage tank.
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
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
Attachments:
D.
AI-63075
1.) Urban County Program is requesting County Commissioner’s Court approval of the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) templates for the following Civil Rights requirements for the 2016 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program Fund (CEDAP) TDA Contract No. 7217005:
A.) Section 3 Policy (A1002);
B.) Excessive Force Policy (A1003);
C.) Section 504 Policy Against Discrimination based on Handicap and Grievance Procedures (A1004);
D.) Fair Housing Policy (A1015), and
E.) Code of Conduct (TDA Template).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on A to E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Consideration and approval of Resolution regarding Civil Rights for the 2016 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program Fund (CEDAP) TDA Contract No. 7127005.
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.) Excessive Force Policy (A1003);
C.) Section 504 Policy Against Discrimination based on Handicap and Grievance Procedures (A1004);
D.) Fair Housing Policy (A1015), and
E.) Code of Conduct (TDA Template).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on A to E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.) Consideration and approval of Resolution regarding Civil Rights for the 2016 Colonia Economically Distressed Areas Program Fund (CEDAP) TDA Contract No. 7127005.
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
3.) Consideration and approval to authorize the County Judge to sign any and all contractual documents associated with the aforementioned policies/procedures/resolution as required by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
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
Attachments:
E.
AI-63070
"Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase furniture (shelving) through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) Choice Partners awarded vendor, Library Interiors of Texas (contract # 14/022CG-07). The amount of purchase is $12,648.12 (quote attached) funded thru UCP FY 30 (2017) Public Service (General) Library 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: 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
F.
AI-63064
“Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 (Article 3) of the current contract with Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc., for engineering services for the City of Weslaco - 2016 Waterline Improvements Phase 2, to reflect an extension of one (1) year term under the same rate, terms, and conditions.
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
G.
AI-63053
The Urban County Program is requesting approval of a budget & program amendment for the City of Peñitas. The proposed amendment is for the Fiscal Years 25, 26, 28 & 29 (2012, 2013, 2015 & 2016) Work Plans.
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
Attachments:
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
13.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-63082
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the Community Service Block Grant (CBSG) contract #61180002861 in the amount of $309,856.00 with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for the program year 2018 with authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents.
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
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-63081
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) contract #58180002784 in the amount of $4,042,073.00 with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for program year 2018 with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent 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
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:
14.
Elections Administration:
A.
Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
15.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-63100
Appointment of board member to the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Board of Directors
Commissioner David L. Fuentes appointed Ezequiel Reyna, Jr.
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
Commissioner David L. Fuentes appointed Ezequiel Reyna, Jr.
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.
AI-63136
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 26 associated with the Mile 6W Road Improvements Project (CSJ# 0921-02-356)
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
Attachments:
16.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-63162
Appointment of member to the Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) Board by Commissioner Pct. 2 effective 2/1/18.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu appointed Paul Moxley.
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
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu appointed Paul Moxley.
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-63155
Requesting approval to accept counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 1 and 4 for the Pct 2 Rancho Blanco Road Extension Project.
Armando Garza petitioned the court to wait on taking action on Item.16.B. and 16.C. until after Closed Session.
Court proceeded to Item.21.
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
Armando Garza petitioned the court to wait on taking action on Item.16.B. and 16.C. until after Closed Session.
Court proceeded to Item.21.
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:
C.
AI-63160
Requesting approval to accept counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 3 for the Pct 2 Rancho Blanco Road Extension Project.
Armando Garza petitioned the court to wait on taking action on Item.16.B. and 16.C. until after Closed Session.
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
Armando Garza petitioned the court to wait on taking action on Item.16.B. and 16.C. until after Closed Session.
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:
17.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
AI-63169
1. Discussion, consideration and action authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the LRGVDC for the Regional Solid Waste Grant Program FY2018-2019.
Rey Salazar informed that back in November, the Development Council sent a grant announcement for solid waste projects and efforts. They're hoping to successfully submit this grant application.
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
2. Approval of a Resolution supporting the Regional Solid Waste Grant Application.
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
Rey Salazar informed that back in November, the Development Council sent a grant announcement for solid waste projects and efforts. They're hoping to successfully submit this grant application.
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
2. Approval of a Resolution supporting the Regional Solid Waste Grant Application.
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-63163
Requesting approval of the following items for RGV Asphalt for the Pct. 4- Road Improvements to Sunflower Road Project, as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Julio Cerda, PE- South Texas Infrastructure Group for contract # C-17-128-06-27:
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
1. Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $24,161.34
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. Application for Retainage release in the amount of $8,987.68
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. Acceptance of Certificate of Construction Completion, reflecting the date of December 19, 2017.
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
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
1. Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $24,161.34
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. Application for Retainage release in the amount of $8,987.68
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. Acceptance of Certificate of Construction Completion, reflecting the date of December 19, 2017.
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:
C.
AI-63146
1. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Professional Engineering Services Agreement#C-12-126-10-16 with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the purposes of [to include the 2017 contract rates as allowed and stated under Article 5 Compensation and Fees & Section 5.2 , Special Services] for "Job Specific" Project:"10th Street Extension (from SH 107 to FM 1925) located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, subject to compliance with HB23 and/or HB1295 [when and/or if applicable].
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. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to Work Authorization No. 2 in connection to Professional Services Agreement# C-12-126-10-16 with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the purposes of [amending “Exhibit B-Services to be provided by the Engineer, Exhibit C-Work Schedule, Exhibit D-1-Project Estimated Fee Schedule] for Project:10th Street Expansion” located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, subject to compliance with HB23 and/or HB1295 [when and/or if applicable].
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
2. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 5 to Work Authorization No. 2 in connection to Professional Services Agreement# C-12-126-10-16 with L&G Consulting Engineering, Inc. for the purposes of [amending “Exhibit B-Services to be provided by the Engineer, Exhibit C-Work Schedule, Exhibit D-1-Project Estimated Fee Schedule] for Project:10th Street Expansion” located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, subject to compliance with HB23 and/or HB1295 [when and/or if applicable].
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:
18.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-63189
2018 Budget Process:
1. Designate the Budget Officer, subject to conditions and directions provided by Commissioners' Court, to transfer amounts from certain budgeted items to other budgeted items as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070C(2).
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
2. Designate the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Enterprise Funds as the salary fund for their respective accounts as per Texas Local Government Code Section 154.042.
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. Designate the Budget Officer, subject to conditions and directions provided by Commissioners' Court, to transfer amounts from certain budgeted items to other budgeted items as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070C(2).
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
2. Designate the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Enterprise Funds as the salary fund for their respective accounts as per Texas Local Government Code Section 154.042.
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.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-63172
Jail (1100):
Approval of 2017 appropriation of new source General Fund revenues into Jail - Room & Board in the amount of $311,293.37, as previously certified by the County Auditor on September 5, 2017.
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
Approval of 2017 appropriation of new source General Fund revenues into Jail - Room & Board in the amount of $311,293.37, as previously certified by the County Auditor on September 5, 2017.
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:
2.
AI-63152
BCAP
Requesting approval to Appropriate $813,509.13 into 3rd Call Border Colonia (Fund 1312) for the following precincts in relation to Round III Colonia Projects. Pct. 1 Round III $494,914.13, Pct. 3 Round III $159,135.00, Pct. 4 $159,460.00 Total $813,509.13.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
Attachments:
3.
AI-63040
Sheriff Investigation HB65 (1227):
Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds into Sheriff Investigation HB65 in the amount of $186,252.45 to fund salaries related expenditures for 2018 budgeted positions.
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
Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds into Sheriff Investigation HB65 in the amount of $186,252.45 to fund salaries related expenditures for 2018 budgeted positions.
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:
19.
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.
Hidalgo County
1.
AI-63051
Acceptance and approval of a rebate check from Staples (BuyBoard Annual Rebate ) in the amount of $ 26,485.15 for the fiscal year of 2016-2017
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.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-63111
Approval to acceptance the following assets as a donation from The City of Weslaco to HC Precinct 1:
- Compactor CAT Model PS-130 valued at $6,000.00
- 2008 Sealer Crafco Inc Model SS125DC S/N 1C9SV122581418142 valued at $18,000.00
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
Attachments:
2.
AI-63151
PCT 1 TXDOT M6W (1315)
A. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between The City of Weslaco, Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas concerning Phase III Improvements to Mile 6 West Road from Mile 9 North to Mile 11 North
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
[Phase III shall include Design of Intersection Improvements and Drainage Outfalls as well as required Right-of-Way Acquisition/ Compensable Utility Services and Construction Management Services including but not limited to Construction Inspection/ Construction Material Testing];
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. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project of a desire to widen and reconstruct Mile 6 West between Mile 9 and Mile 11 through a Phase II Inter-local Cooperation Agreement to be entered into with the City of Weslaco, Texas, and Hidalgo County.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval with correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Correction: Should be Phase III and not Phase II.
Court proceeded to Item.20.
A. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between The City of Weslaco, Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas concerning Phase III Improvements to Mile 6 West Road from Mile 9 North to Mile 11 North
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
[Phase III shall include Design of Intersection Improvements and Drainage Outfalls as well as required Right-of-Way Acquisition/ Compensable Utility Services and Construction Management Services including but not limited to Construction Inspection/ Construction Material Testing];
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. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project of a desire to widen and reconstruct Mile 6 West between Mile 9 and Mile 11 through a Phase II Inter-local Cooperation Agreement to be entered into with the City of Weslaco, Texas, and Hidalgo County.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval with correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Correction: Should be Phase III and not Phase II.
Court proceeded to Item.20.
3.
AI-63048
Approval to process for payment three claims for Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc.- invoices #16063446, 16234997, 16418142 in the sum of $248.40. These invoices are not able to be processed using purchase order 755778, because contact #E-16-205-04-26 expired 08/27/17, and it was not renewed.
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
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-63184
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services;
Jose Caso informed that this will establish the creation of a fire station and first response station located in San Carlos.
Commissioner Palacios explained that this is similar to what's been done in the Linn-San Manuel area. The commissioner noted that although they have implemented several services, they still lack an emergency service hub. Palacios indicated that they'll be utilizing a lot of what they already have.
Marcela Alejandre in representation of La Union Del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) petitioned the court to approve the funds needed for the construction of the fire station and first response station. She argued that they have about 8,000 residents who lack such important services.
Palacios clarified that this will be similar to the station located in Linn-San Manuel which provides all services.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Jose Caso informed that this will establish the creation of a fire station and first response station located in San Carlos.
Commissioner Palacios explained that this is similar to what's been done in the Linn-San Manuel area. The commissioner noted that although they have implemented several services, they still lack an emergency service hub. Palacios indicated that they'll be utilizing a lot of what they already have.
Marcela Alejandre in representation of La Union Del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) petitioned the court to approve the funds needed for the construction of the fire station and first response station. She argued that they have about 8,000 residents who lack such important services.
Palacios clarified that this will be similar to the station located in Linn-San Manuel which provides all services.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional architectural services for (project specific) Design and Construction of the San Carlos Emergency Services Facility located in Precinct 4;
ARCHITECTURAL FIRMS
ARCHITECTURAL FIRMS
| Firms | Ortiz Architecture & Environment, LLC | Alvarado Architect & Associate, Inc. | The Warren Group Architects, Inc. |
| Total Scores | 95 | 96 | 98 |
| Ranking | 3 | 2 | 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
SURVEYING FIRMS
| Firms | D&A Doucet & Associates | Hinojosa Engineering, Inc. | R.O.W. Surveying Services |
| Total Scores | 93 | 96 | 99 |
| Ranking | 3 | 2 | 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
ENGINEERING FIRMS (GEO TECH SERVICES)
| Firms | Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. | Yzaguirre Engineering Group | Earth Co |
| Total Scores | 99 | 95 | 97 |
| Ranking | 1 | 3 | 2 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional architectural, engineering ans surveying services agreements commencing with the No. 1 ranked firms selected by Commissioner's Court.
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
Commissioner Palacios informed that they have appropriated money to cover the cost of the facility, they are also looking to engaged with the emergency service district in the area to offset costs.
Court proceeded to Item.10.H.
2.
AI-63159
Approval of the following items for Couric Enterprises LLC dba Foremost Construction for the Pct. 4 San Carlos Community Resource Center project P.O. 703489, as submitted and recommended by project architect, Mata-Garcia Architects LLC for contract # C-13-072A-11-19 including, but not limited to:
A. Application for Payment 11 in the amount of $59,565.00;
B. Application for Payment 12 Release of Retainage in the the amount of $69,199.50.
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
A. Application for Payment 11 in the amount of $59,565.00;
B. Application for Payment 12 Release of Retainage in the the amount of $69,199.50.
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:
D.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
AI-63150
BCAP/Pct. 3
Requesting Acceptance and Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $21,953.22 submitted by Castle Enterprises awarded contractor for Pct. 3 El Paraiso Sub. as certified by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract# C-CAP-17-124-05-16.
Salazar informed that these items are subject to TxDOT approval.
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
A. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by Project Engineer, Javier Engineering
B. Application for Payment No. 3 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $21,953.22
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 Acceptance and Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $21,953.22 submitted by Castle Enterprises awarded contractor for Pct. 3 El Paraiso Sub. as certified by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract# C-CAP-17-124-05-16.
Salazar informed that these items are subject to TxDOT approval.
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
A. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by Project Engineer, Javier Engineering
B. Application for Payment No. 3 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $21,953.22
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:
2.
AI-63149
BCAP/Pct. 3
Requesting acceptance and approval for Application for Pmt. #2 in the amount of $76,012.34 submitted by Castle Enterprises LLC., awarded contractor for Pct. 3 El Paraiso Sub. as certified by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract# C-CAP-17-124-05-16.
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
A. Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering .
B. Application for Payment No. 2 (Final) in the amount of $76,012.34
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 acceptance and approval for Application for Pmt. #2 in the amount of $76,012.34 submitted by Castle Enterprises LLC., awarded contractor for Pct. 3 El Paraiso Sub. as certified by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract# C-CAP-17-124-05-16.
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
A. Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering .
B. Application for Payment No. 2 (Final) in the amount of $76,012.34
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:
E.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-63078
Presentation of the scoring/evaluation grid (from designated grading committee) for the purpose of Commissioner's Court to declare/rank the sole submitted response received as "Qualified" in order to proceed to the next phase of the procurement process- authority to negotiate in connection with the "Request for Proposals for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office-Data Transmission Services" RFP: 2017-262.
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.19.B.2.B.
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.19.B.2.B.
20.
Open Forum
No comments under open forum.
Court proceeded to Item.23.A.
No comments under open forum.
Court proceeded to Item.23.A.
Attachments:
21.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, 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. 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, 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-63115
C-5528-17-C; Anthony Hernandez v Hidalgo County and Benito Salinas
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI-63117
Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v County of Hidalgo
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
E.
AI-63105
Claim of Antonio Gallegos
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
22.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
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. Engagement with the firm of Preston Henrichson in connection to Item.23.C. for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
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.23.D.
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. Engagement with the firm of Preston Henrichson in connection to Item.23.C. for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
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.23.D.
23.
Open Session:
Court proceeded back to Item.4
Court proceeded to Item.16.B.
Court proceeded back to Item.4
Court proceeded to Item.16.B.
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-63116
C-5528-17-C; Anthony Hernandez v Hidalgo County and Benito Salinas
Refer to Item.22.A. and B.
Refer to Item.22.A. and B.
D.
AI-63118
Cause No. C-5342-17-C; City of Donna v County of Hidalgo
Judge Ramon Garcia abstained from any discussion or action relating to this item.
Proceed as Directed.
Judge Ramon Garcia abstained from any discussion or action relating to this item.
Proceed as Directed.
Attachments:
E.
AI-63106
Claim of Antonio Gallegos
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
24.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
25.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
26.
Adjourn
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 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 9th day of January, 2018
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on January 9, 2018.
Signed this 9th day of JANUARY 2018
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 9th day of January, 2018
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Norma G. Cantu, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on January 9, 2018.
Signed this 9th day of JANUARY 2018
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy