SPECIAL MEETING - May 29, 2018
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 29th day of May 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 |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 |
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 May 29, 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
Commissioners Joe M. Flores and Joseph Palacios were not present during the meeting.
Commissioners Joe M. Flores and Joseph Palacios were not present during the meeting.
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
Opening prayer offered by Julia Sullivan.
Court proceeded to Item.12.A.
Opening prayer offered by Julia Sullivan.
Court proceeded to Item.12.A.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of Items. 6.A.1. & 2. and 7.B.1. to be pulled for discussion.
The court moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of Items. 6.A.1. & 2. and 7.B.1. to be pulled for discussion.
5.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
AI-64922
Approval to select names for the 2018 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015.
Annette Muñiz advised the court that there are two methods to selecting the committee; the court could select three public members along with the county judge, sheriff, county tax assessor and collector, county treasurer, county clerk, district clerk and the criminal district clerk; or select a committee entirely put together by all public members. The county judge serves as chairman but is not entitle to vote.
Members
Alternates
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.7.A.
Annette Muñiz advised the court that there are two methods to selecting the committee; the court could select three public members along with the county judge, sheriff, county tax assessor and collector, county treasurer, county clerk, district clerk and the criminal district clerk; or select a committee entirely put together by all public members. The county judge serves as chairman but is not entitle to vote.
Members
- Cruz Lopez, Jr.
- Ivan H. Guzman
- Jose Olivarez
Alternates
- Camila Jacqueline Garza
- Cipriano Mora
- Rebecca A. Flores
- Belinda Sifuentes
- Addrina Salas
- Alicia Alaniz
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.7.A.
6.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-65039
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Miguel A. Gutierrez Jr., student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 07/01/2018 to 07/31/2018.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-65040
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Justin Wilson, student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Program for the period of 06/01/2018 to 08/31/2018.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-65038
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Marcos A. Bravo, student at Texas A&M University Kingsville as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of 06/01/2018 to 06/30/2018.
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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.5.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.5.A.
Attachments:
7.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-65027
Constable Pct. 2:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Gilberto H. Sanchez as Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Gilberto H. Sanchez as Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
8.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-65037
Constable Pct. 3 - STOP Truancy (1285)
Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2018-2019 school year:
1. La Joya Independent School District
2. Mission Consolidated Independent School District
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 and 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2018-2019 school year:
1. La Joya Independent School District
2. Mission Consolidated Independent School District
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 and 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-65070
Constable Pct. #3 - Irrigation District #6 (1285):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6.
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
Fern McClaugherty asked for an explanation as to why this is being conducted with the irrigation district. Additionally, she questioned if this will continue being conducted with more than one water district. McClaugherty also inquired about the amounts attached to this item.
Valde Guerra explained that the controlling document is going to be the interlocal agreement between the irrigation and the county. They do not expect any costs overruns, there's an obligation on the irrigation and county side. If in case of any overruns, they'll bring it to commissioners court for discussion or action.
The constable advised that there is an specific step-and-grade for the deputy. Guerra added that for a regular full time deputy the salary is $36,342 which falls in the step-and-grade that the county approved.
The constable disclosed that this position is needed due to the amount of illegal dumping, theft of water, theft and damages of irrigation pipes. He further explained that because the irrigation district is a separate entity than precinct 3, they went into an agreement to fund the deputy.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of 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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court recessed at 10:28 a.m.
Court resumed at 10:34 a.m.
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6.
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
Fern McClaugherty asked for an explanation as to why this is being conducted with the irrigation district. Additionally, she questioned if this will continue being conducted with more than one water district. McClaugherty also inquired about the amounts attached to this item.
Valde Guerra explained that the controlling document is going to be the interlocal agreement between the irrigation and the county. They do not expect any costs overruns, there's an obligation on the irrigation and county side. If in case of any overruns, they'll bring it to commissioners court for discussion or action.
The constable advised that there is an specific step-and-grade for the deputy. Guerra added that for a regular full time deputy the salary is $36,342 which falls in the step-and-grade that the county approved.
The constable disclosed that this position is needed due to the amount of illegal dumping, theft of water, theft and damages of irrigation pipes. He further explained that because the irrigation district is a separate entity than precinct 3, they went into an agreement to fund the deputy.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of 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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court recessed at 10:28 a.m.
Court resumed at 10:34 a.m.
9.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No updates presented.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra informed that the part for the chiller unit has been installed.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No updates presented.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra informed that the part for the chiller unit has been installed.
B.
AI-65071
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to amend Hidalgo County's Solid Waste Citizen Collection Station Guidelines to:
(1) restrict disposal to once per day per vehicle;
(2) restrict disposal to double-axel trailers; and
(3) allow waiver of disposal rules for emergencies (e.g. to protect health and safety, hurricanes, etc.) (subject to legal).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to legal on 1 to 3.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
(1) restrict disposal to once per day per vehicle;
(2) restrict disposal to double-axel trailers; and
(3) allow waiver of disposal rules for emergencies (e.g. to protect health and safety, hurricanes, etc.) (subject to legal).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to legal on 1 to 3.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
C.
AI-65073
Presentation regarding Hidalgo County Precinct 4’s Job Fair scheduled for May 31, 2018, in San Carlos, Texas (in conjunction with Hidalgo County Economic Development, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, Proyecto Azteca and Workforce Solutions).
Jose "Pepe" Caso advised that this is an initiative by Commissioner Palacios to generate jobs, in specific in the San Carlos area. This is at no cost to the county.
The fair is scheduled for Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Jose "Pepe" Caso advised that this is an initiative by Commissioner Palacios to generate jobs, in specific in the San Carlos area. This is at no cost to the county.
The fair is scheduled for Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
10.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed
Raul Silguero informed that the item is not a general fund item.
No action taken on this item.
Raul Silguero informed that the item is not a general fund item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
AI-65005
Health - PHEP Grant (1293):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2018:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 07/01/2018:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Budgeted Salary | Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete | 340-013 | 0019 | Public Health Specialist I | 09 | $36,455.00 | $0.00 |
| Delete | 340-013 | 0021 | Assistant Epidemiologist | 07 | $31,255.00 | $0.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-65023
“Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting authority to purchase playground equipment through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. (contract # 512-16), in the amount of $15,085.28 from FY’s 29 & 30 (2016 & 2017) Mercedes – Parks Recreational Facility 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: 3 - 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: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-65036
"Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance." Requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment (wildland gear) through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. (contract # 524-17), in the amount of $2,628.00 from FY 30 (2017) Elsa - Fire Stations/Equipment funds.
Correction: should be $2,682.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.12.C.
Correction: should be $2,682.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.12.C.
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-64975
Resolution in honor of City of McAllen Health Challenge Winners.
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
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
B.
AI-64974
Resolution in support of Hidalgo County Health Summer Meals Program.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.15.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.15.A.
C.
AI-64911
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for the Uniform Hospital Rate Increase Program in the amount to be determined by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a IGT transfer date of May 31, 2018 and settlement date of June 1, 2018
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Olivarez informed that this is not from the general fund.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
Olivarez disclosed that the amount is $12,595,346.82
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC.
Amount is $12,595,346.82
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
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
Olivarez informed that this is not from the general fund.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
Olivarez disclosed that the amount is $12,595,346.82
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC.
Amount is $12,595,346.82
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
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.
E.
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-65009
Presentation and recognition of second year graduates for the English as a Second Language (ESL) classes sponsored by the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), and the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
AI-64980
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the 2018 Community Needs Assessment, as per recommendation by Hidalgo County CSA Advisory Board.
Jaime Longoria disclosed that the community needs assessment is a required process for every community action agency that receives funding under The Community Services Block Grant Act. Since the agency receives about $1.6 million dollars, they undergo the process to reach out to the community and try to understand the needs of the low income population in Hidalgo County. The process was conducted 3 years ago, and this time in December of 2017, they began that process once more.
They formed a committee of staff members along with board members and community members.
Part one of the process was the quantitative portion, were they collect all data from workforce solutions, by the U.S. Census Bureau, Texas Education Agency, Texas Department of Health, Hidalgo County Health Department, and others. The second process was the qualitative portion which involves community needs surveys. In this case, they surveyed 380 residents along with interviews with organizational leaders and elected officials. Together with that, they also conducted three open forums in La Blanca, Weslaco and Las Milpas.
According to Longoria, the conclusion is that Hidalgo County has high unemployment rate, 50% of population lacks basic literacy skills, 31% of the population is below federal poverty and 1/3 lacks health insurance.
The agency is looking to partner with other local agencies to find a way to assist. In addition, they'll also try to work with special population as the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students, veterans and foster care kids.
The actual assessment will be send to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs on June 1.
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
Jaime Longoria disclosed that the community needs assessment is a required process for every community action agency that receives funding under The Community Services Block Grant Act. Since the agency receives about $1.6 million dollars, they undergo the process to reach out to the community and try to understand the needs of the low income population in Hidalgo County. The process was conducted 3 years ago, and this time in December of 2017, they began that process once more.
They formed a committee of staff members along with board members and community members.
Part one of the process was the quantitative portion, were they collect all data from workforce solutions, by the U.S. Census Bureau, Texas Education Agency, Texas Department of Health, Hidalgo County Health Department, and others. The second process was the qualitative portion which involves community needs surveys. In this case, they surveyed 380 residents along with interviews with organizational leaders and elected officials. Together with that, they also conducted three open forums in La Blanca, Weslaco and Las Milpas.
According to Longoria, the conclusion is that Hidalgo County has high unemployment rate, 50% of population lacks basic literacy skills, 31% of the population is below federal poverty and 1/3 lacks health insurance.
The agency is looking to partner with other local agencies to find a way to assist. In addition, they'll also try to work with special population as the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students, veterans and foster care kids.
The actual assessment will be send to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs on June 1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-64931
1. Discussion, consideration and possible action to open four bank accounts for each of the following grants Community Service Block Grant (CSBG), Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP), Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Private Funds, with designation for Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia and CSA Executive Director Jaime Longoria as signatories on such accounts.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for Jaime Longoria and County Judge to sign any and all pertinent documents associated with the establishment of the accounts.
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
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for Jaime Longoria and County Judge to sign any and all pertinent documents associated with the establishment of the accounts.
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
14.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-65077
Pct 1 is requesting approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from City of Weslaco for the Milano Road project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.16.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.16.A.
Attachments:
15.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-65089
Resolution honoring two PSJA ISD students, Cruz Gomez and Diego Treviño for statewide athletic and academic recognition.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of resolution honoring Cruz Gomez.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval honoring Diego Treviño.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded to back to Item.4.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of resolution honoring Cruz Gomez.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval honoring Diego Treviño.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded to back to Item.4.A.
Attachments:
16.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-65075
CCP Salary Schedule - Various Departments
Approval of CCP Salary Schedule corrections, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 04/30/18.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval of CCP Salary Schedule corrections, as listed on Exhibit A, effective 04/30/18.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-65024
Pct 2 Various R&B Accounts (1200):
Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Various Pct 2 R&B Accounts in the amount of $2,174,069.57 to fund project & operating expenditures.
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
Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds from the R&B unassigned fund balance for Various Pct 2 R&B Accounts in the amount of $2,174,069.57 to fund project & operating expenditures.
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
C.
AI-65047
TXDOT-Pct 1:
Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Delta Lake Park Rd (0.9mi S FM88 at Delta Lake Canal) Project, CSJ 0921-02-384, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Delta Lake Park Rd (0.9mi S FM88 at Delta Lake Canal) Project, CSJ 0921-02-384, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-65046
TXDOT-Pct 1:
Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Base Line Rd (1.1mi N Mile 4 N at Arroyo Colorado) Project, CSJ 0921-02-388, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Base Line Rd (1.1mi N Mile 4 N at Arroyo Colorado) Project, CSJ 0921-02-388, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-64919
TXDOT-Pct 4:
Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Doolittle Road (1.71mi N FM1925 at N. Main Ditch) Project, CSJ 0921-02-387, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the Doolittle Road (1.71mi N FM1925 at N. Main Ditch) Project, CSJ 0921-02-387, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
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-64722
Recommendation for CC to reject the bids received [as they are not in the best interest of the County] for project titled: "Auctioneer, Storage and Other Related Services" through Request for Bid No.: 2018-043-04-11-SGS and re-advertise with modifications to current specifications that will be drafted by Purchasing with assistance of the Executive Officer and specific end users with review and comment as to form [complete bid packet] through HC-DA/Civil Section prior to release to interested participants.
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
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-65051
Presentation of "sole sealed quote" received for the purpose of award and approval of contract to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best quote (while meeting all specifications and/or requirements) but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50K for: RFSQ No. 2018-099-05-22-HGO - "DNA Testing Lab Services" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office subject to compliance with HB1295.
Martha Salazar disclosed that this is with Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc.
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
Martha Salazar disclosed that this is with Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-64923
Presentation of bids received for the purpose of award to the responsible multiple vendors submitting the lowest and best bids with approval of contract documents for project titled: Hidalgo County "Rental of Heavy Equipment" through RFB No.: 2018-057-04-04-FAZ as follows (effective June 19, 2018 through June 18, 2019):
A. Holt Texas,LTD.;B. Big D Tractor Company, LLC, dba, Frontera Equipment / Blue Cat Rentals
Fern McClaugherty questioned the outcome of heavy equipment previously bought by previous elected officials.
Martha Salazar noted that this is total per diem.
Commissioner Cantu added that this is only if needed.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
- BIG D HB 1295 SIGNED, UNSWORNED & ACKNOWLEDGED
- BIG D TRACTOR LEGAL'S APPROVAL
- BIG D TRACTOR COMPANY SAM'S.gov
- HOLT TEXAS AGREEMENT
- HOLT TEXAS LEGAL'S APPROVAL
- HOLT TEXAS SAM'S.gov
- HOLT TEXAS HB 1295 SIGNED, UNSWORNED & ACKNOWLEDGED
- Equip. & Veh. Rentals Exp. Report 5-25-18
- PARTICIPATION LOG
- BIG D TRACTOR COMPANY, LLC dba FRONTERA EQUIPMENT/BLUE CAT RENTALS AGREEMENT
- RECOMMENDATION OF AWARD MEMOS
- TABULATION SHEET
2.
AI-65082
Requesting approval of the Hidalgo County LPA Standard 2-Party (Lump Sum) Compensable Utility Process and Agreement as approved by TxDOT for Off-System and On-System Projects in Hidalgo County.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
Open Forum
- Fern McClaugherty said she attended a graduation at the boot camp and encouraged all court members to attend. She advocated for the camp and its funding.
- Joe Rodriguez thanked the court for fixing the potholes in precinct 4. Additionally, he claimed that the building rented by precinct 4 across the street from the drainage district, does not have water.
Attachments:
19.
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:
No action taken on this item.
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
No action taken on this item.
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.
20.
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.20.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.20.A. and B.
21.
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.
22.
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.
23.
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.
24.
Adjourn
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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 29th day of May , 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 May 29, 2018.
Signed this 29th day of MAY 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 29th day of May , 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 May 29, 2018.
Signed this 29th day of MAY 2018
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy