SPECIAL MEETING - June 11, 2018
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 11th day of June A.D., 2018, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RAMON GARCIA HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS’ COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING June 11, 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
Judge Ramon Garcia called the meeting to order at 9:37 a.m.
All members of the court were present during the meeting.
Judge Ramon Garcia called the meeting to order at 9:37 a.m.
All members of the court were 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.
Opening prayer offered by Julia Sullivan.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of Item.9.A. and B. to be pulled for further discussion.
The court moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of Item.9.A. and B. to be pulled for further discussion.
5.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-65257
Proclamation Declaring June 16, 2018 as International Domestic Worker's Day
Commissioners Court approved a proclamation declaring June 16, 2018 as International Domestic Worker's Day in Hidalgo County. On June 16, 2011, the International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted a landmark treaty, the Convention of Decent Work for Domestic Workers.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Community leaders from the Rio Grande Valley Equal Voice Network, Fuerza Del Valle Worker's Center, Mano-a-Mano, Proyecto Azteca, and La Union Del Pueblo Entero united during commissioners court meeting to support the proclamation. Criminal District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr. joined community leaders and domestic workers, he thanked the court for the approval of this important proclamation and acknowledged the importance.
Court proceeded to Item.17.A.
Commissioners Court approved a proclamation declaring June 16, 2018 as International Domestic Worker's Day in Hidalgo County. On June 16, 2011, the International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted a landmark treaty, the Convention of Decent Work for Domestic Workers.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Community leaders from the Rio Grande Valley Equal Voice Network, Fuerza Del Valle Worker's Center, Mano-a-Mano, Proyecto Azteca, and La Union Del Pueblo Entero united during commissioners court meeting to support the proclamation. Criminal District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr. joined community leaders and domestic workers, he thanked the court for the approval of this important proclamation and acknowledged the importance.
Court proceeded to Item.17.A.
Attachments:
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-65229
Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924302 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-65183
DA-Border Prosecution Unit Grant (BPU) (1281):
1. Approval to accept the Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit Supplemental Grant in the amount of $72,564.13 for Fiscal Year 18. (09/01/2017 through 08/31/2018)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditors for the FY 2018 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit grant funds in the amount of $72,564.13.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval to appropriate the FY 2018 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit Supplemental grant 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 to accept the Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit Supplemental Grant in the amount of $72,564.13 for Fiscal Year 18. (09/01/2017 through 08/31/2018)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditors for the FY 2018 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit grant funds in the amount of $72,564.13.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval to appropriate the FY 2018 Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit Supplemental grant 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
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-65178
Authorization and approval to submit a Price Act Waiver in reference to Operation Stonegarden Frag #1
Commissioner Flores 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 Flores 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
Attachments:
8.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-65179
1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2017 for the amount of $34,000.00.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization and approval for a County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden Grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 2 Office portion of the FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $34,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization and approval for a County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden Grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 2 Office portion of the FY 2017 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $34,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-65146
Requesting approval to reimburse Chief Deputy H. Sanchez the amount of $24.25 for title registration fees paid (for vehicle Asset#'s 75258 and 74658) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures have been completed by County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI-65144
Requesting approval to reimburse Constable A. Gaitan the amount of $52.88 for fuel purchase (vehicle Asset# 75258) utilizing his personal credit card since the county fuel card had not yet been received for the new vehicle with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures have been completed by County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
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 discussed on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra informed that last week the office of Justice the Peace Charlie Espinoza closed due to air conditioning issues and did not notified the executive office of the problem. Guerra stated that he wasn't made aware of the issue and did not report any ongoing situation to the court.
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No updates discussed on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra informed that last week the office of Justice the Peace Charlie Espinoza closed due to air conditioning issues and did not notified the executive office of the problem. Guerra stated that he wasn't made aware of the issue and did not report any ongoing situation to the court.
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
11.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI-65222
Elections (1100):
Approval to extend the Temporary positions listed below effective 07/02/2018 through 12/28/2018, as follows:
Katia Garcia noted that Slot# T184 through Slot# T193 should be classified title of Clerk I.
Garcia asked for approval subject to funding.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to funding.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval to extend the Temporary positions listed below effective 07/02/2018 through 12/28/2018, as follows:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Proposed Hourly Rate |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T184 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T185 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T186 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T187 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T188 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T189 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T190 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T191 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T192 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T193 | Clerk I | 01 | $12.04 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T194 | Elections Surveyor Technician | 04 | $12.35 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T195 | Elections Surveyor Technician | 04 | $12.35 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T196 | Elections Surveyor Technician | 04 | $12.35 / hr. |
| Extend Temporary Full-Time position | 130-001 | T197 | Elections Surveyor Technician | 04 | $12.35 / hr. |
Katia Garcia noted that Slot# T184 through Slot# T193 should be classified title of Clerk I.
Garcia asked for approval subject to funding.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to funding.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-65253
Pct. 1 Admin./Rd. Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade/Step |
| Delete | 121-004 | 0009 | Clerk IV | G07/S01 |
| Create | 121-005 | 0166 | Maintenance IV | G09/S01 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-65208
1. Requesting authorization to re-submit the Texas General Land Office Disaster Recovery Non-Housing 2015 Flood Grant application and an amendment to the Hidalgo County Method of Distribution as requested by the Texas General Land Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Requesting approval for the County Judge to sign application, amendment and all other documents related to the 2015 Floods CDBG Disaster Recovery grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Avila explained that this is the additional funding they're receiving from the Texas General Land Office for the outfall.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Requesting approval for the County Judge to sign application, amendment and all other documents related to the 2015 Floods CDBG Disaster Recovery grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Avila explained that this is the additional funding they're receiving from the Texas General Land Office for the outfall.
B.
AI-65207
Requesting approval of the revised Hidalgo County Urban County Program (UCP) Housing Assistance Guidelines for the Colonia Self-Help Center (SHC) Program.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-65209
Requesting approval of the revised Hidalgo County Urban County Program (UCP) Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program Policies and authorization to revise as necessary.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Avila informed that they're revising their policies to reflect state changes.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Avila informed that they're revising their policies to reflect state changes.
D.
AI-65199
1. “Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with LAZCAMREA, LLC d/b/a: Fulcrum Consulting Services, in the amount of $25,550.00 utilizing CDBG FY 30 (2017) City of Edcouch – Parks, Recreational Facility funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for LAZCAMREA, LLC d/b/a: Fulcrum Consulting Services in the amount of $25,550.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for LAZCAMREA, LLC d/b/a: Fulcrum Consulting Services in the amount of $25,550.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-65188
“Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Appraisal Services with George J. Salazar II dba Appraisal Haus in the amount of $10,000.00 utilizing CDBG FY 30 (2017) Precinct No. 1 (City of La Villa) Water/Sewer Improvement funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-65133
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for professional engineering services;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Sullivan City Flood Drainage Improvement funds.
Commissioners Flores and Fuentes joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Urban Infrastructure Group, Inc. for the provision of engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Sullivan City Flood Drainage Improvements project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Sullivan City, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Sullivan City Flood Drainage Improvement funds.
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Urban Infrastructure Group, Inc. | 97.00% | 1 |
| J & R Engineering | 92.66% | 2 |
| M. Garcia Engineering | 84.33% | 3 |
Commissioners Flores and Fuentes joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Urban Infrastructure Group, Inc. for the provision of engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Sullivan City Flood Drainage Improvements project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI-65130
Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of San Juan is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Service- Construction Material Testing Services with Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $15,815.81 utilizing CDBG FY 30 (2017) Street Improvement funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Avila read the item twice as 12.G.2.
Valde Guerra clarified that there was no Item.12.G.2.
Court proceeded back to Item.16.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Avila read the item twice as 12.G.2.
Valde Guerra clarified that there was no Item.12.G.2.
Court proceeded back to Item.16.A.
Attachments:
H.
AI-65114
1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Palmview is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Javier Hinojosa Engineering, in the amount of $25,025.00 utilizing CDBG FY 30 (2017) Palmview Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Javier Hinojosa Engineering in the amount of $25,025.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.14.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Javier Hinojosa Engineering in the amount of $25,025.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.14.A.
Attachments:
13.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-65137
Proclamation Declaring June 12, 2018 as Blue Tie Day in Observance of Men's Health Awareness Month
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Garcia joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Garcia joined the meeting.
Attachments:
B.
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.
C.
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.
Court proceeded back to Item.6.A.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded back to Item.6.A.
14.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-65228
Consideration and possible action to approve reimbursement request to CWL Limited in the amount of $108,701.75 in connection with the paving of Brushline Road.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
15.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-65263
Resolution honoring Sister Norma Pimentel for receiving the University of Notre Dame’s 2018 Laetare Medal — the oldest and most prestigious honor given to American Catholics.
No action taken on this item.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
No action taken on this item.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
B.
AI-65265
1. Requesting consideration and approval to support the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's School of Rehabilitation Services and Counseling's grant-funded project of Researching Assets and Challenges in the Rio Grande Valley funded in part by a grant from the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD).
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. Requesting approval for County Commissioner, Eduardo Cantu to sign the letter of support.
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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Requesting approval for County Commissioner, Eduardo Cantu to sign the letter of support.
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:
16.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-65217
Requesting acceptance and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Liberty Blvd., from US 83 to Mile 3 Road (CSJ: #0921-02-194 & RCSJ #0921-02-372) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Court proceeded back to Item.12.G. for clarification.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.18.A.
Court proceeded back to Item.12.G. for clarification.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.18.A.
Attachments:
17.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
AI-65261
Resolution opposing separation of undocumented children and parents
Precinct 4 Commissioner Joseph Palacios presented a resolution advocating in opposition of separation of undocumented children and parents. The resolution supports family unity as a core American value and human right.
Fern McClaugherty asked if this resolution also supports those children who come to the United States alone.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Proyecto Azteca Executive Director Ann Williams Cass, thanked Commissioner Palacios for presenting this resolution. Cass stated that family separation causes permanent mental, emotional and spiritual damage.
Criminal District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr., also thanked Commissioner Joseph Palacios for brining this resolution to court for support and approval. Rodriguez said that families and children should not be threaten.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios thanked the court for approving the resolution despite being a complex issue.
Marcela Alejandre from La Union Del Pueblo Entero said they're worried about this alarming situation. She said children should only worry about school and not be afraid of being separated from their parents.
Alberta Ramirez, member of La Union Del Pueblo Entero also thanked Commissioner Palacios for listening to their concerns and presenting the resolution opposing separation of undocumented families.
Hilda Treviño thanked Commissioner Palacios for the resolution. Additionally, Treviño said they are mistreated for being undocumented and asked for consideration and justice.
Ramona Casas from ARISE Organization and the Rio Grande Valley Equal Voice Network, thanked Commissioner Palacios once again for uniting in their effort to advocate for undocumented families.
Judge Garcia stepped away from the meeting.
Court proceeded to Item.13.A.
Precinct 4 Commissioner Joseph Palacios presented a resolution advocating in opposition of separation of undocumented children and parents. The resolution supports family unity as a core American value and human right.
Fern McClaugherty asked if this resolution also supports those children who come to the United States alone.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Proyecto Azteca Executive Director Ann Williams Cass, thanked Commissioner Palacios for presenting this resolution. Cass stated that family separation causes permanent mental, emotional and spiritual damage.
Criminal District Attorney Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr., also thanked Commissioner Joseph Palacios for brining this resolution to court for support and approval. Rodriguez said that families and children should not be threaten.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios thanked the court for approving the resolution despite being a complex issue.
Marcela Alejandre from La Union Del Pueblo Entero said they're worried about this alarming situation. She said children should only worry about school and not be afraid of being separated from their parents.
Alberta Ramirez, member of La Union Del Pueblo Entero also thanked Commissioner Palacios for listening to their concerns and presenting the resolution opposing separation of undocumented families.
Hilda Treviño thanked Commissioner Palacios for the resolution. Additionally, Treviño said they are mistreated for being undocumented and asked for consideration and justice.
Ramona Casas from ARISE Organization and the Rio Grande Valley Equal Voice Network, thanked Commissioner Palacios once again for uniting in their effort to advocate for undocumented families.
Judge Garcia stepped away from the meeting.
Court proceeded to Item.13.A.
Attachments:
B.
AI-65255
Resolution in Support of Victims of Volcano Eruption in Guatemala
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded back to Item.21.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded back to Item.21.
C.
AI-65256
1. Authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on May 15, 2018 Item 15.A. - AI#64858.
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. 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. (Subject to Legal Review)
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
Jose Caso informed that this is a program were UTRGV is going to provide funding to create positions to improve the community's healthy eating and exercise life style.
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. 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. (Subject to Legal Review)
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
Jose Caso informed that this is a program were UTRGV is going to provide funding to create positions to improve the community's healthy eating and exercise life style.
Attachments:
D.
AI-65233
Requesting approval to accept counter offer to purchase parcel 87 in the amount of $15,797.00 in connection with Precinct 4-FM 2220 Ware 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: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.17.B.
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
Court proceeded back to Item.17.B.
Attachments:
18.
Budget & Management:
A.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-65236
Precinct No.1:
Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds into Pct.1 Road Maintenance (prog 005) in the total amount of $114,251.34
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds into Pct.1 Road Maintenance (prog 005) in the total amount of $114,251.34
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
19.
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
AI-65099
Presentation of sole responsible vendor, Matt's Building Materials, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid for the purpose of award including approval of contract document for project titled: "Construction Building Materials & Related Supplies"- Hidalgo County through RFB No.: 2018-102-05-09-SGS.
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. 4
1.
AI-65065
Acceptance and approval of claims/invoices from Matheson Tri Gas, Inc. for $72.99, due to lapse in services inasmuch as contract has expired and user department unknowingly/unintentionally continued to order items and/or services from vendor with authority for Pct. to submit a Requisition to process a Purchase Order [required by the Auditor's Office] for processing of invoice(s) through Auditor's protocol and payment to be issued by County Treasurer.
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:
20.
Open Forum
Fern McClaugherty disclosed concerns over the financing of the new courthouse and potential high bond interest. She claimed that this will have a devastating impact to one of the poorest population in the state. Additionally, McClaugherty pointed out that the court can not keep giving tax rebates to major companies, while increasing tax burden to individual home owners.
Court proceeded back to Item.17.C.
Fern McClaugherty disclosed concerns over the financing of the new courthouse and potential high bond interest. She claimed that this will have a devastating impact to one of the poorest population in the state. Additionally, McClaugherty pointed out that the court can not keep giving tax rebates to major companies, while increasing tax burden to individual home owners.
Court proceeded back to Item.17.C.
Attachments:
21.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
C.
AI-65198
Claim of Dean Kyne
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI-65201
Claim of Rosario E. Orozco
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
E.
AI-65258
Cause No. C-5096-15-E; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance as Subrogee of Aaron Gonzalez v. Hidalgo County, Texas
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
22.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
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.22.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.22.A. and B.
23.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
Proceed as Directed.
Proceed as Directed.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
C.
AI-65200
Claim of Dean Kyne
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $727.90 for property
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
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $727.90 for property
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
D.
AI-65202
Claim of Rosario E. Orozco
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $1,138.85 for property. If accepted, check will be payable to the Law Office of Daniel Santos, PC.
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
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $1,138.85 for property. If accepted, check will be payable to the Law Office of Daniel Santos, PC.
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
E.
AI-65259
Cause No. C-5096-15-E; State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance as Subrogee of Aaron Gonzalez v. Hidalgo County, Texas
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $500.00
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
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $500.00
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
24.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
25.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
No action taken on this item.
26.
Adjourn
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 11th day of June, 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 June 11, 2018.
Signed this 11th day of JUNE 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 11th day of June, 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 June 11, 2018.
Signed this 11th day of JUNE 2018
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy