SPECIAL MEETING - August 21, 2018
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 21st day of August 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 August 21, 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 Garcia called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m.
All members of the court were in attendance.
Court recessed at 12:01 p.m.
Court reconvened at 12:02 p.m.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
Judge Garcia called the meeting to order at 12:01 p.m.
All members of the court were in attendance.
Court recessed at 12:01 p.m.
Court reconvened at 12:02 p.m.
Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
Court recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
Court recited 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.6.A. & B to be pulled for discussion.
The court moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of Item.6.A. & B to be pulled for discussion.
5.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-66107
DA-Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) (1281)/Criminal DA (1100):
1. Approval to ratify electronic signature submitted on-line for the Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) Fiscal Year 2019 contract. (2nd year of a two year contract application)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to accept the VCLG in the amount of $42,000.00 effective 09/01/2018 through 08/31/2019.
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
3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2019 VCLG.
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
4. Approval to appropriate the FY 2019 VCLG 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
5. Approval to reclassify fringe benefits expenditures to the Criminal DA - General Fund Account.
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 to ratify electronic signature submitted on-line for the Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) Fiscal Year 2019 contract. (2nd year of a two year contract application)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to accept the VCLG in the amount of $42,000.00 effective 09/01/2018 through 08/31/2019.
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
3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2019 VCLG.
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
4. Approval to appropriate the FY 2019 VCLG 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
5. Approval to reclassify fringe benefits expenditures to the Criminal DA - General Fund Account.
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-65940
Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) (1281):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for one (1) Victim Assistance Coordinator currently being paid by the VCLG grant pending the award of the 2018-2019 grant.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded to Item.15.A.
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for one (1) Victim Assistance Coordinator currently being paid by the VCLG grant pending the award of the 2018-2019 grant.
No action taken on this item.
Court proceeded to Item.15.A.
Attachments:
6.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.:
A.
AI-66232
Approval to select additional alternate names for the 2018 Grievance Committee, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 152.015.
Annette Muñiz informed they did select 3 members, however, Mr. Guerra asked they select alternatives.
Alternatives:
Clementina Fuentes Cantu
Erick Alberto Ramirez
Sandra Gonzalez
Adrian Perez
Enrique Hinojosa
Savannah Hinojosa
Ruben Guerrero
Jose Luis Flores
Victoria Martinez
Vanessa Santillan
Christopher Gutierrez
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
Court proceeded to Item.14.B.
Annette Muñiz informed they did select 3 members, however, Mr. Guerra asked they select alternatives.
Alternatives:
Clementina Fuentes Cantu
Erick Alberto Ramirez
Sandra Gonzalez
Adrian Perez
Enrique Hinojosa
Savannah Hinojosa
Ruben Guerrero
Jose Luis Flores
Victoria Martinez
Vanessa Santillan
Christopher Gutierrez
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
Court proceeded to Item.14.B.
7.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-66155
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Alonzo Reyes as a 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. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
8.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-66171
Constable Pct. 3 - STOP Truancy (1285)
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of appropriation of 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-66197
Constable Pct. #4 - LBSP (1284):
1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2019 for the amount of $70,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 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. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2019 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. #4 Office portion of the FY 2019 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant in the amount of $70,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 2019 for the amount of $70,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 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. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2019 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. #4 Office portion of the FY 2019 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant in the amount of $70,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
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 reported on this items.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra reported that there was a short in the McAllen Tax-Sub station in the utility room which caused to the office to closed for half a day. All proper measurements were taken and everything was resolved by Saturday.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No updates reported on this items.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra reported that there was a short in the McAllen Tax-Sub station in the utility room which caused to the office to closed for half a day. All proper measurements were taken and everything was resolved by Saturday.
B.
AI-66193
Requesting approval of Request to Relocate an Official Texas Historical Marker from the Courthouse to Facilities Management Storage due to New Courthouse Construction with authority for Valde Guerra, Executive Officer to sign forms for the following:
1. Sal Del Rey, C.S.A.
2. Padre Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla
3. Hidalgo County (1936)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 to 3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Martha Salazar suggested the court moving the current palm trees and oak trees surrounding the courthouse square and be utilized in other parts of the county or parks.
1. Sal Del Rey, C.S.A.
2. Padre Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla
3. Hidalgo County (1936)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 to 3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Martha Salazar suggested the court moving the current palm trees and oak trees surrounding the courthouse square and be utilized in other parts of the county or parks.
Attachments:
11.
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.
12.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-66177
1. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water service with the City of Pharr for 5 Water Meters for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park-Phase I from S. San Antonio Avenue to Ridge Road.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of payment to the City of Pharr in the amount of $750.00 for the utility deposit to set up 5 water meters, for the
Pct 2 Regional Linear Park-Phase I, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of payment to the City of Pharr in the amount of $750.00 for the utility deposit to set up 5 water meters, for the
Pct 2 Regional Linear Park-Phase I, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
13.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-66152
Requesting approval of Release of Easement Parcel 37 - FM 494 Project (Shary Road).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.15.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded to Item.15.B.
14.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios:
A.
AI-66167
Discussion, consideration and authorization to purchase a 5.86 parcel of land lying in and being a part of Tract 84 of the San Salvador Del Tule Grant from La Muneca Ranches, L.L.C. for the Brewster Park Project in the amount of $144,097.40.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.7.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.7.A.
Attachments:
B.
AI-66162
Discussion, consideration, and possible action authorizing Commissioner Joseph Palacios to submit correspondence to the VA Texas Coastal Bend Health Care System, Management Advisory Council and authority to nominate Hidalgo County Veteran’s Service Office employees Mr. Emilio De Los Santos and Mr. Alex Figueroa, as alternate, to serve on such advisory council.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios nominated Hidalgo County Veterans Service Office employees Emilio De Los Santos and Alex Figueroa as alternate to served on The VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System Management Advisory Council.
De Los Santos said the call center has been up and running and has helped improve health care here in the Valley.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.14.A.
Commissioner Joseph Palacios nominated Hidalgo County Veterans Service Office employees Emilio De Los Santos and Alex Figueroa as alternate to served on The VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System Management Advisory Council.
De Los Santos said the call center has been up and running and has helped improve health care here in the Valley.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.14.A.
Attachments:
15.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-66176
1. Submission of 2018 effective and rollback tax rates.
Hidalgo County Tax Assessor-Collector Pablo "Paul" Villarreal Jr. informed that the effective tax rate for this year is $0.5978 and the rollback tax rate is $0.6387 and last year's tax rate was $0.58
Villarreal explained that if the court proposed the same rate as last year, there would be no need to conduct public hearings because it would fall below the effective tax rate.
Commissioner Fuentes questioned Sergio Cruz what tax rate has he based the budget presentations as of now. Cruz responded that he has based the budget presentations on the current tax rate of $0.58
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
Record vote to sustain the current tax rate at $0.58
AYE: Commissioner David L. Fuentes
AYE: Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu
AYE: Judge Ramon Garcia
AYE: Commissioner Joe M. Flores
NAY: None
2. Discussion of 2018 planning calendar.
Cruz explained that because they're below the effective tax rate, no public hearings will be required for this fiscal year.
3. Discussion of 2018 tax rates.
4. Record vote on proposed 2018 tax rate and schedule two (2) public hearings if proposed tax rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback rates.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Court proceeded to Item.6.A.
Hidalgo County Tax Assessor-Collector Pablo "Paul" Villarreal Jr. informed that the effective tax rate for this year is $0.5978 and the rollback tax rate is $0.6387 and last year's tax rate was $0.58
Villarreal explained that if the court proposed the same rate as last year, there would be no need to conduct public hearings because it would fall below the effective tax rate.
Commissioner Fuentes questioned Sergio Cruz what tax rate has he based the budget presentations as of now. Cruz responded that he has based the budget presentations on the current tax rate of $0.58
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
Record vote to sustain the current tax rate at $0.58
AYE: Commissioner David L. Fuentes
AYE: Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu
AYE: Judge Ramon Garcia
AYE: Commissioner Joe M. Flores
NAY: None
2. Discussion of 2018 planning calendar.
Cruz explained that because they're below the effective tax rate, no public hearings will be required for this fiscal year.
3. Discussion of 2018 tax rates.
4. Record vote on proposed 2018 tax rate and schedule two (2) public hearings if proposed tax rate exceeds the lower of the effective or rollback rates.
Commissioner Palacios joined the meeting.
Court proceeded to Item.6.A.
Attachments:
B.
AI-66194
Texas Vine Program (1283):
Discussion, consideration, and action to enter into a Service Agreement Renewal between Appriss and Hidalgo County for the period of September 1, 2017 to August 31, 2018 in the amount of $28,546.78 and authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Discussion, consideration, and action to enter into a Service Agreement Renewal between Appriss and Hidalgo County for the period of September 1, 2017 to August 31, 2018 in the amount of $28,546.78 and authorization for County Judge to sign the required documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-66203
Request from the Rio Grande Regional Water Planning Group - LRGVDC for local contribution in the amount of $12,919.10 in support of Region M's Water Planning efforts
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner David L. Fuentes disclosed of his recent appointment to the water planning board.
Steven Crain advised the commissioner to abstain from voting on this item just as a precaution.
First motion was rescind.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner David L. Fuentes abstained from voting on this item.
Court proceeded back to Item.16.A.1
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner David L. Fuentes disclosed of his recent appointment to the water planning board.
Steven Crain advised the commissioner to abstain from voting on this item just as a precaution.
First motion was rescind.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner David L. Fuentes abstained from voting on this item.
Court proceeded back to Item.16.A.1
Attachments:
D.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-66195
CC Records Archive (1100):
Approval of appropriation of funds from the General Fund Restricted Fund Balance - CC Records Archive for CC Records Archive in the amount of $299,000.00 to fund the preservation of books.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.15.C.
Approval of appropriation of funds from the General Fund Restricted Fund Balance - CC Records Archive for CC Records Archive in the amount of $299,000.00 to fund the preservation of books.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item.15.C.
Attachments:
16.
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-66188
Acceptance and approval of a rebate check number 2884454 from Office Depot [through awarded contract with The Cooperative Purchasing Network, aka, TCPN/ECOMM] 2017 rebate 55797022 dated 03/01/18 in the amount of $ 1,098.31.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-66211
a. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $2,257,854.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, to provide "Engineering Services for preparation for the Traffic Impact Analysis, Environmental Assessment, Public Involvement, Schematic Design, Hydrologic Map, and Disposition of Bus 281 ROW at Courthouse Square for the Roadway and Drainage Improvement assoc. with the Bus 281/SH 107 Intersection Project," through Contract# C-16-199-07-19.
b. Pursuant to current contract with L&G Engineering (Article 14), a request by engineer approving the subcontracting of R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC. and Ergonomic Transportation Solutions, Inc. in connection with Work Authorization No. 2 for the "Engineering Services for preparation for the Traffic Impact Analysis, Environmental Assessment, Public Involvement, Schematic Design, Hydrologic Map, and Disposition of Bus 281 ROW at Courthouse Square for the Roadway and Drainage Improvement assoc. with the Bus 281/SH 107 Intersection Project."
No action taken on Item.16.A.2.A & B.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-66206
Pursuant to Texas Constitution, Article 3, Sect. 52, requesting acceptance and approval of "Public Purpose" for the purchase of miscellaneous items [i.e. printed materials, supplies and other related items] which assist in the Precinct's efforts in disseminating information on road conditions, closures, paving/drainage improvements, educational and health awareness, public safety services and programs affecting the community including, but not limited to, the following upcoming events:
A. Ribbon Cutting for Pct. #2 - Regional Linear Park Project-Phase I;B. Groundbreaking for Pct. #2 - Swimming Pool Project
C. Precinct Project Update Expo
D. P2 Comes 2 You Outreach Event
E. Community Resource Center's - Numerous Events
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on A to E.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-66205
a. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $ 1,582.600.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Engineering to provide [ROW Map, Schematic, PS&E and Consultant Construction Management Services] as required for ongoing Project Specific: "FM 1925 (from FM 907 (Alamo Rd) East to East of SH 68 (Uresti Street)--(SEG II, Sharp Road Realignment Limits North 5 Miles)" in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, under agreement# C-13-336-12-10.
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
b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $ 1,531.580.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Engineering to provide [ROW Map, Schematic, PS&E and Consultant Construction Management Services] as required for ongoing Project Specific: "FM 1925 (from 1,500 ft. West of 10th Street to McColl Road)" within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, under agreement# C-15-110-03-31.
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
c. Pursuant to Article 14 of professional services agreement Nos. C-13-336-12-10 & C-15-110-03-31 with L&G Engineering, are requesting approval to engage the services of Sub-Contractors (R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC & Ergonomic Transportation Solutions, Inc.) for services mentioned above on both WA2 & WA3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $ 1,531.580.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Engineering to provide [ROW Map, Schematic, PS&E and Consultant Construction Management Services] as required for ongoing Project Specific: "FM 1925 (from 1,500 ft. West of 10th Street to McColl Road)" within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, under agreement# C-15-110-03-31.
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
c. Pursuant to Article 14 of professional services agreement Nos. C-13-336-12-10 & C-15-110-03-31 with L&G Engineering, are requesting approval to engage the services of Sub-Contractors (R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC & Ergonomic Transportation Solutions, Inc.) for services mentioned above on both WA2 & WA3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-66219
Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated contract with H-E-B RXtra Advantage for "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department (subject to submittal of current insurance).
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
E.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
AI-66160
A. Acceptance and approval of final construction contract (CC approved to award on 07-03-18) in the amount of $127,277.50 for contract No. C-CAP-18-168-07-03 for El Flaco Chiquito Subdivision between Hidalgo County and RDH Site & Concrete, LLC as submitted through project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering;
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
B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee (Norma Ceballos) to execute change orders that involve..."an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor."
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-66214
A. Approval of exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter/Section 262-024 (a)(4), a professional service;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Pursuant to the demonstrated competence under the Professional Procurement Act, Gov't Code 2254.003, acceptance and approval of negotiated engagement/agreements/contracts for the provision of "Physician Services for "New Hire Physical Exam & Urine Drug Screening" for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office with Sobia Nasir M.D.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Pursuant to the demonstrated competence under the Professional Procurement Act, Gov't Code 2254.003, acceptance and approval of negotiated engagement/agreements/contracts for the provision of "Physician Services for "New Hire Physical Exam & Urine Drug Screening" for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office with Sobia Nasir M.D.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-66213
Approval to exercise the County's option to extend the first of two/1 year terms under contract # C-17-063-07-25 with Keefe Group, LLC d/b/a Keefe Supply Company for "Commissary Supplies for the Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility Commissary" on an as-needed basis, for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office under the same rates, terms & conditions. (Subject to submittal of HB1295 and current insurance)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, JOSEPH PALACIOS, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
Open Forum
- Joe Rodriguez asked the court to carefully select a waste company and to consider all the issues that can arise if people can't afford to pay for trash pick up.
- Jennifer Sosa current employee of All Valley Waste, disclosed she has been employed there 20 years and credited the company for staying involved in the community. She asked the court to consider splitting the county into precincts to allow the company to continue providing services. Additionally, Sosa noted that privatizing will put local companies out of business and many without a job.
- Ana Mejia, All Valley Waste Company employee noted that they provide waste services at a low price and added that company owners support libraries within the county.
Attachments:
18.
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.
C.
AI-66150
CL-18-3678-A; Erasmo Garcia and Marta Elia Garcia v. Hidalgo County
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
19.
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.19.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.19.A.and B.
20.
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-66151
CL-18-3678-A; Erasmo Garcia and Marta Elia Garcia v. Hidalgo County
Mr. Guerra reported that this claim has become a suit but will continue to be facilitated by Josephine Ramirez Office.
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
Mr. Guerra reported that this claim has become a suit but will continue to be facilitated by Josephine Ramirez Office.
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
21.
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.
22.
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.
23.
Adjourn
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 21st day of August, 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 August 21, 2018.
Signed this 21st day of AUGUST 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 21st day of August, 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 August 21, 2018.
Signed this 21st day of AUGUST 2018
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy