SPECIAL MEETING - March 6, 2018
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 6th day of March 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 |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 |
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 March 6, 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
Commissioner Joseph Palacios was the only absentee.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios was the only absentee.
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
The court moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Item.11.A. to be pulled for further discussion.
The court moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Item.11.A. to be pulled for further discussion.
5.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-63869
District Attorney's Office - LEOSE (1220):
1. Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2018 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,202.58.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2018 LEOSE allocation from the State Comptroller in the amount of $1,202.58.
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 certification of revenues by the County Auditors for the 2018 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,202.58.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2018 LEOSE allocation from the State Comptroller in the amount of $1,202.58.
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
6.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-63931
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
1. Authorization and approval to accept the Cooperative Grant Agreement Award Number (FAIN) G18SS0002A between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $239,997.00 for the grant period of 01/01/2018-12/31/2019.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the HIDTA Task Force Grant.
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
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $239,997.00.
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
1. Authorization and approval to accept the Cooperative Grant Agreement Award Number (FAIN) G18SS0002A between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $239,997.00 for the grant period of 01/01/2018-12/31/2019.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the HIDTA Task Force Grant.
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
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $239,997.00.
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:
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-63909
Texas Conversion to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2018 Texas Conversion to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) with the Office of Criminal Justice Division (CJD).
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. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official.
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
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2018 Texas Conversion to the National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) with the Office of Criminal Justice Division (CJD).
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. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under eGrants as authorized official.
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-63878
Pursuant to Hidalgo County Cellular Telephone Policy (AT&T, DIR-TSO-3420) presentation for consideration, acceptance and approval of Cellular Phone Request form (Data Connect Government) for the following:
Approval of requisition #367372 for 2 DataConnect Government Unlimited Data for sky cop license reader tower @ $37.00 per device.
Commissioner Cantu 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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of requisition #367372 for 2 DataConnect Government Unlimited Data for sky cop license reader tower @ $37.00 per device.
Commissioner Cantu 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: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-63845
Constable Pct. 1: 1100
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Pablo Alegria as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Pct.1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
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
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Pablo Alegria as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Pct.1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
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
B.
AI-63843
Constable Precinct 1 - LBSP FY19 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY19 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2018 - August 31, 2019).
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. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY19 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2018 - August 31, 2019).
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:
9.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-63912
Constable Pct. 2 - LBSP(1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY19 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), throuth egrants.
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. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
Commissioner Cantu joined 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
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Grant Period: September 01, 2018 to August 31, 2019).
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
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY19 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), throuth egrants.
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. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
Commissioner Cantu joined 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
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY19 Grant to designate Judge Ramon Garcia as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (Grant Period: September 01, 2018 to August 31, 2019).
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-63929
Constable Pct. 2 - TTBH VBLF (1285):
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the 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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of 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
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues by the 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: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of 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
Attachments:
10.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-63928
Constable Pct. 4 - TTBH VBLF (1285):
1. 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
2. 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. 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
2. 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:
B.
AI-63879
Constable Precinct 4 (1220):
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the 2018 Peace Officer Allocation - LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Office.
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 of 2018 appropriation of funds for Constable Precinct 4 - LEOSE (1220) in the amount of $1,726.68.
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. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the 2018 Peace Officer Allocation - LEOSE funds awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Office.
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 of 2018 appropriation of funds for Constable Precinct 4 - LEOSE (1220) in the amount of $1,726.68.
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:
11.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
No updates or discussions reported.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
No updates or discussions reported.
B.
AI-63972
Economic Development:
Discussion and possible action regarding support of Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Resolution for designation of Opportunity Zones and approval of Hidalgo County letter prioritizing census tracts for Opportunity Zones Program.
Bobby Villarreal informed that they've been in contact with investors looking to invest locally, after investigating they found that the tax cut bill that President Trump signed in December, allows for an opportunity zone. According to Villarreal, this means that 25% of eligible low income tracts would be eligible for opportunity zone, if invested in those communities. The deadline is March 22, however, the governor's office wanted the county to submit something by yesterday. Villarreal stated that they believe every eligible tract in the county has the possibility for development, but they've prioritize some.
According to the map attached, the green area was identified as eligible but the pink area does not qualify due to higher income. Their emphasis are ports of entry, Monte Cristo, and the connection to Cameron County, State Highway 68 and US 281.
Villarreal noted that if they thought any tract shouldn't be entered to advice him of it. Further, he disclosed that for the opportunity zones it would essentially mean that those tracts would get special tract tax treatment. This is not property taxes and it does not involve county dollars. In addition, it was stated that cities also submitted proposals.
Commissioner Flores questioned the matter of those who own property in the tracts submitted. With that regard, Commissioner Cantu also expressed concerns over property owned by any of the court members, however restated that this is not county money and is not consider county tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ). Steve Crain mentioned that even though, this is a federal program, they would be designating tracts to the federal government. Crain recommended abstaining if they had any interest in any of those tracts. Nonetheless, Villarreal stated that this opportunity is mainly for major manufacturing rather than subdivisions. Crain added that if they have property that's already developed they would need to abstain as well. On the other had, he also disclosed concerns over the reduction of taxes for properties they already own.
Commissioner Flores questioned if they could vote on the item with the disclosure on any interest on any of the tracts.
Crain questioned Villarreal if this needed to be approve by commissioners court. Villarreal informed that they were asked for a letter of submittal, which they already submitted. However, the resolution has been stated in the agenda.
Commissioner Fuentes disclosed that his interest is due to working for a developer.
Steve Crain explained that his concerns would be if any of the court members would be in the position to benefit from their action on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Discussion and possible action regarding support of Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) Resolution for designation of Opportunity Zones and approval of Hidalgo County letter prioritizing census tracts for Opportunity Zones Program.
Bobby Villarreal informed that they've been in contact with investors looking to invest locally, after investigating they found that the tax cut bill that President Trump signed in December, allows for an opportunity zone. According to Villarreal, this means that 25% of eligible low income tracts would be eligible for opportunity zone, if invested in those communities. The deadline is March 22, however, the governor's office wanted the county to submit something by yesterday. Villarreal stated that they believe every eligible tract in the county has the possibility for development, but they've prioritize some.
According to the map attached, the green area was identified as eligible but the pink area does not qualify due to higher income. Their emphasis are ports of entry, Monte Cristo, and the connection to Cameron County, State Highway 68 and US 281.
Villarreal noted that if they thought any tract shouldn't be entered to advice him of it. Further, he disclosed that for the opportunity zones it would essentially mean that those tracts would get special tract tax treatment. This is not property taxes and it does not involve county dollars. In addition, it was stated that cities also submitted proposals.
Commissioner Flores questioned the matter of those who own property in the tracts submitted. With that regard, Commissioner Cantu also expressed concerns over property owned by any of the court members, however restated that this is not county money and is not consider county tax increment reinvestment zone (TIRZ). Steve Crain mentioned that even though, this is a federal program, they would be designating tracts to the federal government. Crain recommended abstaining if they had any interest in any of those tracts. Nonetheless, Villarreal stated that this opportunity is mainly for major manufacturing rather than subdivisions. Crain added that if they have property that's already developed they would need to abstain as well. On the other had, he also disclosed concerns over the reduction of taxes for properties they already own.
Commissioner Flores questioned if they could vote on the item with the disclosure on any interest on any of the tracts.
Crain questioned Villarreal if this needed to be approve by commissioners court. Villarreal informed that they were asked for a letter of submittal, which they already submitted. However, the resolution has been stated in the agenda.
Commissioner Fuentes disclosed that his interest is due to working for a developer.
Steve Crain explained that his concerns would be if any of the court members would be in the position to benefit from their action on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
C.
AI-63852
Discussion, consideration and action on Hidalgo County Thoroughfare Plan 2017 Amendments. (HCMPO)
Andrew Canon Director of Transportation Planning, informed that this year they only received two submittals from the City of McAllen. One of the submittals is for additional right-of-way on principal arterial on Ware Rd. between Nolana and Mile 3 from 120 feet to 150 feet. Canon presented a map showcasing that from Mile 5 to Mile 6 it would stay 150 feet of principal arterial but they are asking a realignment to smooth the curve on Ware Rd.
Action was taken by City of McAllen, as well as obtaining the unanimous approval by the MPO.
Commissioner Flores questioned the impact for the homes in that area. Canon said this would be a discussion between TxDOT and the residents.
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
Andrew Canon Director of Transportation Planning, informed that this year they only received two submittals from the City of McAllen. One of the submittals is for additional right-of-way on principal arterial on Ware Rd. between Nolana and Mile 3 from 120 feet to 150 feet. Canon presented a map showcasing that from Mile 5 to Mile 6 it would stay 150 feet of principal arterial but they are asking a realignment to smooth the curve on Ware Rd.
Action was taken by City of McAllen, as well as obtaining the unanimous approval by the MPO.
Commissioner Flores questioned the impact for the homes in that area. Canon said this would be a discussion between TxDOT and the residents.
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:
D.
AI-63945
Approval of Right of Way Permits (open-cuts):
1. North Alamo Water Supply Corporation:
Monte, Alto, TX; PCT.1
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc.
Donna, TX; PCT. 1
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc.
La Blanca, TX; PCT. 1
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
1. North Alamo Water Supply Corporation:
Monte, Alto, TX; PCT.1
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc.
Donna, TX; PCT. 1
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Texas Gas Service, (TGS), a Division of ONE Gas, Inc.
La Blanca, TX; PCT. 1
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:
E.
AI-63981
Discussion, consideration and approval of Order supporting the transfer and acceptance of a portion of US Business 281 abutting the Courthouse Square by Texas Department of Transportation.
Valde Guerra informed that they're still waiting on TxDOT's final record of metes and bounds.
Crain informed that part of US 281 cuts through the courthouse, TxDOT will be meeting with the commissioners to approve the release of easement and transfer their interest to the county. In 1955, the county and TxDOT worked out an easement to place US 281 through the courthouse square. The Department of Transportation has requested an order from the court in support of release and acceptance of that easement. The engineers will be making that correction which will be attached to the order.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to legal receiving the corrected metes and bounds.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Valde Guerra informed that they're still waiting on TxDOT's final record of metes and bounds.
Crain informed that part of US 281 cuts through the courthouse, TxDOT will be meeting with the commissioners to approve the release of easement and transfer their interest to the county. In 1955, the county and TxDOT worked out an easement to place US 281 through the courthouse square. The Department of Transportation has requested an order from the court in support of release and acceptance of that easement. The engineers will be making that correction which will be attached to the order.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to legal receiving the corrected metes and bounds.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-63952
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services-Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing services;
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. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvement funds.
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. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of
Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvements 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of La Joya, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. | 95% | 1 |
| Millennium Engineers Group Inc. | 93% | 2 |
| L & G Consulting Engineering, Inc. | 92.66% | 3 |
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. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of
Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) La Joya Street Improvements 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
Attachments:
13.
WIC:
A.
AI-63768
Requesting approval for reimbursement of $15.00 to Diana Cardona, for fuel of rental car, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures have been completed by the County Auditor.
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:
14.
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.
15.
Elections Administration:
A.
Discussion on Election updates
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
16.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-63835
Discussion/Approval to Poverty Income Guidelines for Eligibility and Priority Guidelines for Selection and Enrollment for Program Year 2018-2019
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-63836
Discussion/Approval to Advertise and Approval of Statement of Qualifications, Requirements and Scope of Services for the Following:
1. Medical & Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers
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. Medical & Dental Providers
2. Mental Health Providers
3. Sign Language Interpreting Providers
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-63837
Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase One (1) Cargo Van through the Hidalgo County's Membership/Participation with the Texas Association School Board (TASB) Buyboard's Awarded Vendor, Caldwell Country Chevrolet (Including TASB Administrative Fees)
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:
D.
AI-63838
Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to the County's Approved Auctioneer Vendor for Proper Disposition
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:
17.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-63947
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Riviera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Claudia Viera) (Skinner Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: On 2-12-2018 property lies within Flood Zone: “X” as per Fema. Flood Zone “AE” has been removed via LOMR-F Case# 18-06-07-49a dated 2-07-2018 and revised to Zone “X” shaded BFE: 72.00
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation on large lot and surface runoff onto Skinner Road Side Ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Skinner Road.
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. Las Toronjas Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Las Toronjas, LTD) (Mile 13 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 124 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: No, Mile 13 ½ North Road and 6 internal streets to be paved.
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. Final Approval
a. Ranchito Mio Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hector Rodriguez) (Lucky “I” Street & Moorefield Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the Subdivision.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Lucky “I” Street.
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. San Jacinto Estates No. 4 Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jacinto Garza) (Mile 14 North Road & F.M. 1015)
No. of Lots: 45 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Mile 14 North Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
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
c. Presidio Estates Unit 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Minnesota Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 63 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch along north property line.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road and 3 internal streets.
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
d. Rancho El Potrero Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Pena-Chapa Development) (Western Road & Mile 3 North Road)
No. of Lots: 74 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage consists of storm sewer system discharging into the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Regional Detention Facility.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Western Road and 3 internal streets.
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
e. Maravillas Estates Ph. II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elias Woloski, President) (Lott Road & Midway Road)
No. of Lots: 80 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Lott Road, Rio Del Carmen Road and 3 internal streets.
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. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Alberta Village Subdivision- Pct.4 (Julio & Melissa Carranza) (Alberta Road & Raul Longoria Road)
No. of Lots: 34 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch located approximately 400 feet east of the proposed subdivision development.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg
Paved: Yes, Alberta Road and 1 internal street to be paved.
*Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 5143-500 submitted to City of Edinburg in the amount of $157,581.69 for Paving and Drainage
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Lago Delta Acres Subdivision- Pct.1 (Joe D. Olivarez) (F.M. 88 & Charles Green Road)
No. of Lots: 13 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, drainage detention will be accomplished by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, F.M. 88 and Charles Green Road.
*Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $7,000.00 for 2 Filling Stations.
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
a. Riviera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Claudia Viera) (Skinner Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: On 2-12-2018 property lies within Flood Zone: “X” as per Fema. Flood Zone “AE” has been removed via LOMR-F Case# 18-06-07-49a dated 2-07-2018 and revised to Zone “X” shaded BFE: 72.00
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation on large lot and surface runoff onto Skinner Road Side Ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Skinner Road.
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. Las Toronjas Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Las Toronjas, LTD) (Mile 13 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 124 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: No, Mile 13 ½ North Road and 6 internal streets to be paved.
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. Final Approval
a. Ranchito Mio Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hector Rodriguez) (Lucky “I” Street & Moorefield Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the Subdivision.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Lucky “I” Street.
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. San Jacinto Estates No. 4 Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jacinto Garza) (Mile 14 North Road & F.M. 1015)
No. of Lots: 45 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm drainage pipe system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Mile 14 North Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
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
c. Presidio Estates Unit 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Minnesota Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 63 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch along north property line.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road and 3 internal streets.
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
d. Rancho El Potrero Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Pena-Chapa Development) (Western Road & Mile 3 North Road)
No. of Lots: 74 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage consists of storm sewer system discharging into the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Regional Detention Facility.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Western Road and 3 internal streets.
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
e. Maravillas Estates Ph. II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Elias Woloski, President) (Lott Road & Midway Road)
No. of Lots: 80 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Lott Road, Rio Del Carmen Road and 3 internal streets.
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. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Alberta Village Subdivision- Pct.4 (Julio & Melissa Carranza) (Alberta Road & Raul Longoria Road)
No. of Lots: 34 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be accomplished by storm drainage system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch located approximately 400 feet east of the proposed subdivision development.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg
Paved: Yes, Alberta Road and 1 internal street to be paved.
*Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 5143-500 submitted to City of Edinburg in the amount of $157,581.69 for Paving and Drainage
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Lago Delta Acres Subdivision- Pct.1 (Joe D. Olivarez) (F.M. 88 & Charles Green Road)
No. of Lots: 13 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, drainage detention will be accomplished by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, F.M. 88 and Charles Green Road.
*Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $7,000.00 for 2 Filling Stations.
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:
18.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-63970
Requesting approval of Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Health Science Center at Houston on behalf of its Department of Brownsville Regional Campus to provide Tu Salud/Si Cuenta program activities.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
B.
AI-63982
1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Pharr, regarding the relocation of water and sewer appurtenances for the Regional Linear Park Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Regional Linear Park Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
19.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-63957
Requesting approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Texas Department of Transportion and Hidalgo County, for voluntary local government contibutions for transportation improvement to FM 676 from SH 107 to Taylor Road (CSJ #1064-01-027) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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:
20.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-63851
Status update regarding the Hidalgo County e-Library.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
AI-63885
Requesting approval for payment of Invoice No.: Mission PL FY2018-1a to the City of Mission/Speer Memorial Library for the Hidalgo County Library System (eLibrary) payment in the amount of $75,000.00.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
C.
AI-63940
FY18 Texas VINE Grant (1283) :
1. Discussion, consideration and action to enter into the Texas VINE (SAVNS) Maintenance Grant Contract for FY2018 with the Office of the Attorney General of Texas and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation electronically.
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 of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the Texas Vine Grant
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Texas VINE Grant in the amount of $28,546.78
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 2 and 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Discussion, consideration and action to enter into the Texas VINE (SAVNS) Maintenance Grant Contract for FY2018 with the Office of the Attorney General of Texas and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation electronically.
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 of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the Texas Vine Grant
3. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Texas VINE Grant in the amount of $28,546.78
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 2 and 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-63616
Discussion, consideration and approval to update the Texas Department of Emergency Management Designation of Applicant's Agent form (to reflect new County Auditor - Maria Arcilia Duran as Chief Financial Officer)
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-63977
TXDOT Pct 1 Mile 6W (1315):
Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into TXDOT-Pct 1 Mile 6W in the amount of $362,003.67 to fund anticipated expenditures.
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
Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into TXDOT-Pct 1 Mile 6W in the amount of $362,003.67 to fund anticipated expenditures.
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:
21.
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-63911
Acceptance and approval of Interlocal Governmental Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County Appraisal District and the County of Hidalgo for YR 2018, in connection with participation with (a) Hidalgo County's "Self-Funded Group Health Insurance Program, Stop Loss Insurance, Accidental and Life/AD&D Insurance" and (b) Voluntary Products.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner David L. Fuentes abstained from voting on this item.
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner David L. Fuentes abstained from voting on this item.
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
Attachments:
2.
AI-63859
A. Acceptance of the responses received as "Qualified" for award for "Title Company Services-Pool" (as listed in the RFP Acceptance Sheet attached hereto) and approval of the contract(s) for RFP No 2018-005-02-07-YZV;
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: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Approval of Contracts with firms as (set forth below) in connection to the 2018- Pool for "Title Company Services" for Hidalgo County with compliance of HB 1295 by both vendors (as attached);
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: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Approval of Contracts with firms as (set forth below) in connection to the 2018- Pool for "Title Company Services" for Hidalgo County with compliance of HB 1295 by both vendors (as attached);
- C-18-005-03-06-Valley Land Title Company, LTD
- C-18-005A-03-06-Edwards Abstract & Title, LLC
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: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
C. Option to approve the re-advertising [utilizing the same approved procurement packet] of this project to promote and encourage additional participation and thus expand the pool so as to have more providers with the any additional firms term to expire with the original awarded ones.
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: 3 - 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: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-63764
A. Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for establishment of a "Pool" ( as listed on the RFQ Acceptance Sheets attached hereto) for engagement through the established statutory and local protocol (i.e. nomination by user, grading/scoring, presentation to CC for ranking, authority for negotiations for a final agreement, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by all County Departments and/or applicable Programs requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the County's Request for Qualifications packet for the following listed Professional Services:
1. Architectural Services (RFQ 2018-007-01-24-RFV) -
2. Engineering Services (RFQ 2018-008-01-24-LHS) -
3. Engineering Services - Geo-technical & Construction Materials Testing (RFQ 2018-009-01-24-YSS) - 5 firms
4. Construction Management Services (RFQ 2018-010-01-24-HGO) -
5. Appraisal Services and/or Appraisal Review Services (RFQ 2018-011-01-24-YZV) -
6. Surveyor Services (RFQ 2018-012-01-24-TDL) - 17 firms
Commissioner Fuentes joined the meeting.
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
B. Option for the re-advertising any one of the professional services RFQs herein [utilizing the approved RFQs] in the event that CC wishes to promote more participation and thus expand each pool and the expiration to remain the same with any additions.
Martha Salazar informed they sent out 62 packets but lost a few from the pool, in 2017 they had 18 and now they have 17. For engineering services - geo technical and constructing materials testing they had 39 in 2017 but will have only 35 in 2018. Salazar questioned if the court wish for the purchasing department to select any of these or promote more participation and re-advertise.
Commissioner Cantu suggested to re-advertise.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
- 2018-008-01-24-LHS-ENGINEERS-ACCEPTANCE/PARTICIPATION/COMPARISON RECAP
- 2018-012 Acceptance & Paticipation
- 2018-007-ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES-ACCEPTANCE/PARTICIPATION/COMPARISON RECAP
- 2018-010-01-24-HGO - Construction Management Services - Participation List
- grid
- 2018-012 Comparison
- 2018-010-01-24-HGO - Construction Management Services - Acceptance Sheet
- CIS-Marty
- 2018-009 CMT Geo Tech
- Acceptance/Participation/Comparison
- CIQ-Appraisal Haus
4.
AI-63846
Veteran Services:
Approval of "First Amendment" to Service Contract C-17-059-07-11 between Hidalgo County and CTC Distributing Ltd. for "Off Premises Record Storage-Pick-up Retrieval-Delivery & Shredding" where the County wishes to add Veterans Department for the purpose of Off Premises Record Storage subject to compliance with HB 1295.
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.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-63963
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Monte Alto Independent School District in which County desires to assist District in parking lot paving project;
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. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of that certain parking lot project known as the Monte Alto ISD Parking Lot Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of that certain parking lot project known as the Monte Alto ISD Parking Lot Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-63770
Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, Republic Services, Inc., submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 - "Garbage Collection at San Carlos Endowment Center" through project No.: 2018-004A-02-07-SGS.
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
Attachments:
D.
Constables
1.
AI-63887
Constable Pct. 4:
Requesting authority to purchase one (1) 2017 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4x4 in the amount of $38,679.00 for Hidalgo County Constable Pct.4 through HC's membership/participation with H-GAC/Buy Contract (VE11-15) price includes delivery and cooperative fees.
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 authority to purchase one (1) 2017 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4x4 in the amount of $38,679.00 for Hidalgo County Constable Pct.4 through HC's membership/participation with H-GAC/Buy Contract (VE11-15) price includes delivery and cooperative fees.
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.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
AI-63975
BCAP/PCT. #3:
A.Requesting acceptance and approval for Application for Pmt. #2 (Final) in the amount of $45,591.30 submitted by Five Star Galaxy Construction awarded contractor for Pct. 3 Palm Subdivision as certified by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract # C-CAP-17-186-08-08.
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.Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering.
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.Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering.
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-63976
BCAP/PCT. #3:
A. Requesting acceptance and approval for Application for Payment No. 3 Retainage in the amount of $12,960.47 submitted by Five Star Galaxy Construction awarded contractor for Pct. 3 Palm Subdivision as certified by Javier Hinojosa Engineering under
Contract# C-CAP-17-186-08-08.
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. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering.
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
Contract# C-CAP-17-186-08-08.
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. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering.
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:
F.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-63938
Pursuant to 351.0415(c)(5), Sheriff's Office purchase of contractual services for the installation of privacy partitions an improvement at the Adult Detention Facility, aka, County Jail, thru HC's membership/participation with PCA contract #3-100-14 awarded JOC vendor, Hunt & Woodruff Construction Company, LLC. in the amount of $111,794.56 thru requisition #367640.
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:
22.
Open Forum
Fern McClaugherty disclosed concerns over the closure of US 281. Further, she claimed that people do not support the construction fo thew new courthouse. She also voiced disapproval of the actions taken on Items. 11.B and 8.A.
Fern McClaugherty disclosed concerns over the closure of US 281. Further, she claimed that people do not support the construction fo thew new courthouse. She also voiced disapproval of the actions taken on Items. 11.B and 8.A.
Attachments:
23.
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: 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: 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-63932
Claim of Angela Garcia
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI-63934
Claim of Myranda Olivarez
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
24.
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.24.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.24.A. and B.
25.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
C.
AI-63933
Claim of Angela Garcia
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $540.83
If accepted the checks will be made payable to Angela Garcia for $220 and the other to J F Palmer & Sons Produce, Inc. for $320.83
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $540.83
If accepted the checks will be made payable to Angela Garcia for $220 and the other to J F Palmer & Sons Produce, Inc. for $320.83
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
D.
AI-63935
Claim of Myranda Olivarez
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $140.72
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 requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $140.72
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
26.
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.
27.
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.
28.
Adjourn
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
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 6th day of March, 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 March 6, 2018.
Signed this 6th day of MARCH 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 6th day of March, 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 March 6, 2018.
Signed this 6th day of MARCH 2018
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy