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SPECIAL MEETING - November 20, 2018

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 20th day of November 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 EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU

HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES

HONORABLE JOSEPH PALACIOS		 HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE

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:
 AGENDA
CC REGULAR
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
November 20, 2018
9:30 A.M.
                                          

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 10:12 a.m.

Commissioner David L. Fuentes was the only absentee.
 
2.
 
Pledge of Allegiance

The entire court recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
 
3.
 
Prayer

Opening prayer offered by Julia Sullivan.
 
4.
 
Approval of Consent Agenda

The court moved to approve the entire consent agenda with the exception of Items. 10.C. & 11.G. to be pulled for further discussion.

Court proceeded to Item.5.B.
 
5.
 
County Judge's Office:
 
A.
AI-67765
Resolution in support of the Veterans Crisis Line, which features a toll free number 1-800-273-8255, press 1; online chat at www.veteranscrisisline/chat; and text-messaging service at 838255.

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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

Hidalgo County Community Service Agency Executive Director Jaime Longoria disclosed that they began this outreach through grant-funded money within the agency. Longoria said they began getting involved when the agency applied for a grant through the Texas Veterans Commission and recognized the lack of communication between veterans and the Veterans Administration.It was reported that nationwide, 20 veterans lose their lives to suicide and out of those 14 had no contact with the Veterans Administration. 

Texas Valley Coastal Bend Director Homero Martinez and a 20-year veteran said suicide is a national concern that affects all Americans. Currently they served 20 counties comprised of about 100,000 veterans of which 34,000 are currently seeking care through their health system. Recently, they have launched the toll free line which can be access through an app as well. 

Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System Suicide Prevention Coordinator Dr. Rodolfo Quintana was thankful for approving the resolution as this is all about saving lives. 

Commissioner Palacios thanked CSA for securing this grant.

Commissioner Palacios stepped away from the meeting.

Court proceeded to Item.22.A.
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B.
AI-67764
1. Presentation and approval of Hidalgo County Small Town Economic Development Grant Program awardees as ranked by the Hidalgo County Small Town Economic Development Grant Program Evaluation Committee.
2. Approval of Hidalgo County Small Town Economic Development Grant Program Agreement by and between Hidalgo County and program awardees.

Yolanda Chapa noted the items to be approved pending legal approval as there are questions by the auditor's office.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval 1 & 2.

Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously 

Yolanda Chapa presented the winners of the Hidalgo County Small Town Economic Development Grant Program. Each small business received $20,000 grant totaling $100,000 to help boost development in the community. The winners were Reybotics, Green Thumb Nursery, Cappadona Ranch, Ashley Nicole Boutique, and Hernandez Barns. 

The evaluation committee was composed of the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council Economic Development Director Terrie Salinas, UT-RGV Professor Dr. Marco Garza, UT-RGV Director of the Rio Grande Valley Texas Rural Cooperative Center Dr. Collin Cain, RGV Partnership President Sergio Contreras, and Rio South Texas Economic Council Executive Director Matt Ruszczak.

Special acknowledgments were given to Hidalgo County Economic Development Director Michael Leo, Nestor Lopez and Virginia Jones. 

Judge Garcia said the money comes from the Comptroller Office specifically for economic development.

Commissioner Flores and Commissioner Cantu recognized the work done by the judge's office staff and the commitment by each of the business. 
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C.
AI-67766
1. Requesting waiver of the Hidalgo County Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) Policy, as to term.

Michael Leo informed that this is in reference to the Peñitas TIRZ project that was discussed with the court over a month ago. The city presented projects that they wanted to see through within the TIRZ, and also discussed some of the challenges that occurred such as the delayed of the La Joya bypass. Leo said if the court gives direction to move forward with an extension in the TIRZ, it would basically be a 30-year TRIZ starting now from this point moving forward. However, in order to this they need a waiver for the policy first.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

Fern McClaugherty noted there has to be special circumstances for the TIRZ to go over 20-years and asked what the special circumstances are for this specific one to be 44 years. With regards, Leo explained that the 20-years is what they currently have the policy on for new TIRZ however, when Peñitas was initially approved they didn't have this policy. The TIRZ they were doing at that time were for 30-years. However, according to Leo, as far as extensions they can go up to 10 years for a total of 40 years. In this particular one, it is a total of 44-years.

2. Requesting approval of Amendment and Restated Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County, City of Penitas, and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Penitas.

According to Leo, even though they are extending the years, they are not going to contribute additional money. Initial contribution amount is still the same. He requested the court for approval subject to legal. 

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to legal. 

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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6.
 
District Attorney's Office:
 
A.
AI-67660
Discussion, Consideration and Action acknowledging the Memorandum of Understanding between the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office and South Texas College Continuing Education. The purpose is to collaborate and provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to participants of Law Enforcement courses.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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B.
AI-67719
Hidalgo County DA's Office - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (DVSP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a DVSP Grant #2931304 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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C.
AI-67600
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).

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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D.
AI-67620
Requesting approval of a one time waiver of the Hidalgo County Travel Policy, Section 9, Coordination of Travel. BPU Grant Funds will be utilized for the payment of mileage to employee no. 172138 in the total amount of $119.90.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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7.
 
County Treasurer - Norma Garcia:
 
A.
AI-67661
Approval to open an interest-bearing bank account with Lone Star National Bank for retainage to be withheld from payments for contract C-17-292A-03-27 Amendment #2.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by JUDGE RAMON GARCIA, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 2 - 0 - Unanimously

Commissioner Cantu abstained from voting on this item.
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8.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-67729
Sheriff's Office OCDETF (1284):
Approval to accept OCDETF OT funds in the amount of 4,000.00 (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1048H).

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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9.
 
Constable Pct. #1:
 
A.
AI-67569
Discussion, Consideration, and approval to appoint Ray Marroquin as a Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., Constable Pct. 1, in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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10.
 
Constable Pct. #3:
 
A.
AI-67440
Requesting acceptance and approval of purchase of employee service years recognition plaques for the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 Department.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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11.
 
Executive Office:
 
A.
 
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting

No updates or discussions under Item.11.A. 1 & 2.
 
B.
AI-67700
Requesting approval of Change of Partner Request Form for Mitel(previously known as Shortel) with authority for Executive Officer to sign document

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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C.
AI-67655
Discussion, consideration and action updating address information regarding County's Section 111 Mandatory Reporting Profile Report and authority for County Executive Officer to sign all related documents.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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D.
AI-67617
Title VI/Nondiscrimination:
Discussion, consideration, and approval of revisions to the Hidalgo County Title VI/Nondiscrimination Plan.

Valde Guerra reported that this is for some clean up of spelling errors and clarification of spelling. 

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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E.
AI-67733
IT for HEALTH DEPARTMENT:
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless devices with data service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
Qty: Description: User: Service Plan: Equipment:
10 New device with data service Environmental Office Use Mobile Broadband Unl @ $37.99/each per month Apple iPad 9.7"-32GB @ $359.99/each (one time charge)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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12.
 
Human Resources:
 
A.
 
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
 
B.
AI-67720
Policy changes Classification and Compensation Plan policies and procedures:
1. Approval to revise Section 8.02 (3) of the Classification and Compensation Plan related to probationary employees.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

2. Approval to revise Section 8.03 (2) of the Classification and Compensation Plan related to Discretionary Step Professional.

Silguero disclosed they are asking to include a postgraduate degree.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

3. Approval of revised of Job Descriptions.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

Silguero informed that these items still need to be taken on to civil service meeting next Thursday.

4. Appointment to the Classification and Compensation Plan - Issue Resolution Committee.

Commissioner Joe M. Flores suggested appointing Commissioner David L. Fuentes.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to appoint Commissioner David L. Fuentes.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

Valde Guerra advised that he will be a none voting representative. 
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C.
AI-67566
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/26/2018:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Proposed
Add Auto Allowance 080-017 0008 Assistant District Attorney II G15S02 G15S02
080-002 A152 $0.00 $900.00

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

2. Approval to delete Slot # A150 from program 080-002, auto allowance in the amount of $900.00.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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D.
AI-67725
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
Approval to create one (1) Temporary Full-Time position, effective next full pay period 11/26/2018 thru 12/28/2018:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 080-002 T152 Courier 03

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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E.
AI-67654
389th District Court (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/26/2018:
Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade & Step Interpreter Allowance
Delete Interpreter Allowance 008-001 0004 Assistant Court Coordinator (DC) G13S08 $3,500.00
Add Interpreter Allowance 008-001 0002 Court Coordinator (DC) G16S01 $3,500.00

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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F.
AI-67597
Health -  PHHS Grant (1293):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 340-070 0002 Public Health Education Coordinator 14

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

2. Approval to revise the (CCP) Classified Positions List.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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G.
AI-67629
Health (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/26/2018:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade/Step
Delete 340-003 0094 Clerk III G05S01
Create 340-001 0061 Clerk II G03S04

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 
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H.
AI-67688
Sheriff (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 11/26/2018:
Action Dept./ Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 280-001 0379 Systems Network Administrator 11
Delete 280-001 0364 Crime Victim Liaison 10
Create 280-001 0431 System Support Specialist II 13
Create 280-001 0432 Coordinator II, Victims Assistance 11


On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Approval to delete the position title "Systems Network Administrator" from the Classified Position List.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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I.
AI-67721
Pct. 2 CRC - Alamo (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 11/26/2018: 
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 122-082 0005 Clerk I 01
Create 122-082 0006 Clerk II 03

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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J.
AI-67744
Pct. 4 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 11/26/2018:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Auto Allowance
Delete slot & Auto Allowance 124-007 0001 Executive Assistant III 15 $5,000.00
Delete 124-007 0056 Accounts Payable Specialist I 06 N/A
Create 124-007 0090 Executive Assistant II 13 N/A
Create 124-007 0091 Director of Administration 17 N/A

Raul Silguero noted that these are all subject to funding.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval subject to funding.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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13.
 
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-67704
Requesting approval of Year 31 (2018) Urban County Program Interlocal Agreements with (15) participating cities and authorization for Hidalgo County Judge Ramon Garcia to sign any and all agreements.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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B.
AI-67680
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering-Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing services

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County's approved "pool" as graded and evaluated by the City of Granjeno, Urban County Porgram, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Granjeno Parks, Recreational Facility & Improvement (Phase III) funds.
Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. 99.00% 1
Terracon Consultants, Inc. 91.66% 2
Professional Service Industries 89.33% 3

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Year 30 (2017) Granjeno Parks, Recreational Facility & Improvements (Phase III) project.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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C.
AI-67666
1. "Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance." Requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $30,633.00 utilizing CDBG FY 30 (2017) City of Weslaco - Water/Sewer Improvement funds.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc in the amount of $30,633.00.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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14.
 
Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.
AI-67594
1. Requesting approval to accept the Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant contract Amendment No. 537-18-0176-00001, Amendment No. 02. The purpose of the amendment is to increase the contract by $100,000.00 for FY 2019.

Olivarez informed that this is the funding for the All Hazards Conference.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the contract amendment.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as approved by County Auditor in the amount of $100,000.00.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

4. Requesting approval of the appropriation of additional funds in the amount of $100,000.00.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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B.
AI-67612
1. Requesting approval to accept the TB/PC Federal grant contract #HHS000036000012 Amendment No. 1 in the amount of $437,771.00 for the period of 01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the TB/PC Federal grant contract Amendment.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $437,771.00 as approved by County Auditor.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $437,771.00 in grant funds and $87,554.00 in local match funds.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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C.
AI-67572
1. Requesting approval to accept the Preventive Health and Health Services grant contract Amendment No. 537-17-0287-00001 Amendment No. 2. The purpose of the Amendment is to shift funds between budget categories on the Categorical Budget.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the contract amendment.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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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.
 
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.
 
15.
 
Fire Marshal's Office:
 
A.
AI-67626
Discussion and approval of the following 2019 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement(s) with:
1.) City of Alamo
2.) City of Alton
3.) City of Donna
4.) City of Edcouch
5.) City of Edinburg
6.) City of Hidalgo
7.) City of La Villa
8.) City of Linn-San Manuel
9.) City of McAllen
10.) City of Mission
11.) City of Monte Alto
12.) City of Peñitas
13.) City of San Juan
14.) City of Sullivan
15.) City of La Joya

Victor Gallardo informed that there is a concern in the ETJ of Peñitas, they have a contract with other cities but they are not responding.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 to 15.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

With regards to the interlocals, the cities of Weslaco, Mercedes, Pharr and Palmview will be attending next court meeting.
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B.
AI-67593
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" [pursuant to the Texas Constitution Article 3 - Sec. 52], to include but not limited to pens, pins, table cloths, canopies, and display backdrops. These items will be used by the Fire Marshal's office at numerous programs and events to train, inform, educate, relate progress, and report important information to the public. All promotional items acquired will be through the County Requisition (#382481) and Purchase Order procedures with proper and available funding.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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16.
 
Adult Probation:
 
A.
AI-67698
Acceptance of Statement of Financial Position for FY18

Total fund balances and liabilities $ 2,937,237.95 and has been signed by Arnold K. Patrick and Maria Arcilia Duran. 

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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17.
 
Elections Administration:
 
A.
AI-67523
Discussion on Election Updates

Yvonne Ramon thanked everyone involved during the general election. She said this year surpass 2014 gubernatorial from 25.97% voter turn out and this year they had 42.21%.
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B.
AI-67667
1. Official canvassing of Election Results for the November 6, 2018 General Election as per Texas Election Code Section 67.003.

Straight Party:
Republican Party 28.15%
Democratic Party 70.79%
Libertarian Party 1.06%

Total of people voting straight party 118,971

United States Senator:
Ted Cruz Republican 46,505 votes
Beto O'Rourke Democrat 104,416 votes
Neal M. Dikeman Libertarian 834 votes

United States Representative, District 15:
Tim Westley Republican 28,089 votes
Vicente Gonzalez Democrat 75,553 votes
Anthony Cristo Libertarian 1,547 votes

United States Representative, District 28:
Henry Cuellar Democrat 19,488 votes
Arthur Thomas IV Libertarian 2,290 votes

United States Representative, District 34:
Rey Gonzalez Republican 5,901 votes
Filemon B. Vela Democrat 15,120 votes

Governor:
Greg Abbott Republican 55,421 votes
Lupe Valdez Democrat 93,935 votes
Mark Jay Tippetts Libertarian 1,670 votes

Lieutenant Governor:
Dan Patrick Republican 46,349 votes
Mike Collier Democrat 100,457 votes
Kerry Douglas McKennon Libertarian 2,882 votes

Attorney General:
Ken Paxton Republican 44,299 votes
Justin Nelson Democrat 102,083 votes
Michael Ray Harris Libertarian 3,138 votes

Comptroller of Public Accounts:
Glenn Hegar Republican 45,430 votes
Joi Chevalier Democrat 96,955 votes
Ben Sanders Libertarian 6,508 votes

Commissioner of the General Land Office:
George P. Bush Republican 50,393 votes
Miguel Suazo Democrat 96,124 votes
Matt  Piña Libertarian 3,335 votes
               
Commissioner of Agriculture:
Sid Miller Republican 44,427 votes
Kim Olson Democrat 100,950 votes
Richard Carpenter Libertarian 3,557 votes

Railroad Commissioner:
Christi Craddick Republican 43,482 votes
Roman McAllen Democrat 101,974 votes
Mike Wright Libertarian 3,424 votes

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 2:
Jimmy Blacklock Republican 45,619 votes
Steven Kirkland Democrat 103,148 votes

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 4:
John Devine Republican 46,914 votes
R.K. Sandill Democrat 101,606 votes

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 6:
Jeff Brown Republican 46,359 votes
Kathy Cheng Democrat 102,269 votes

Presiding Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals:
Sharon Keller Republican 44,099 votes
Maria T. (Terri) Jackson Democrat 102,131 votes
William Bryan Strange III Libertarian 2,774 votes

Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 7:
Barbara Parker Hervey Republican 46,190 votes
Ramona Franklin Democrat 102,404 votes

Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 8:
Michelle Slaughter Republican 62,806 votes
Mark Ash Libertarian 46,841 votes

Member, State Board of Education, District 2:
Charles "Tad" Hasse Republican 27,654 votes
Ruben Cortez, Jr. Democrat 71,396 votes

Member, State Board of Education, District 3:
Marisa B. Perez Democrat 39,461 votes

State Representative, District 35
Oscar Longoria Democrat 14,011 votes

State Representative, District 36:
Sergio Muñoz, Jr. Democrat 25,971 votes

State Representative, District 39:
Armando "Mando" Martinez Democrat 25,822 votes

State Representative, District 40:
Terry Canales Democrat 24,252 votes

State Representative, District 41:
Hilda Garza DeShazo Republican 15,535 votes
Bobby Guerra Democrat 24,804 votes

Chief Justice, 13th Court of Appeals District:
Ernie Aliseda Republican 46,621 votes
Dori Contreras Democrat 102,870 votes

Justice, 13th Court of Appeals District, Place 2:
Greg Perkes Republican 46,349 votes
Nora Longoria Democrat 102,875 votes

Justice, 13th Court of Appeals District, Place 4:
Jaime Tijerina Republican 54,555 votes
Rudy Delgado Democrat 93,618 votes

Justice, 13th Court of Appeals District, Place 5:
Clarissa Silva Republican 45,413 votes
Gina Benavides Democrat 103,392 votes

District Judge, 206th Judicial District:
Rose Guerra Reyna Democrat 118,413 votes

District Judge, 275th Judicial District:
Marla Cuellar Democrat 117,496 votes

District Judge, 370th Judicial District:
Noe Gonzalez Democrat 117,354

Criminal District Attorney:
Ricardo Rodriguez Democrat 119,415 votes

County Judge:
Jane Cross Republican 42,352 votes
Richard Cortez Democrat 106,809 votes

Judge, County Probate Court at Law:
Mark Talbot Republican 44,970 votes
JoAnne Garcia Democrat 103,824 votes

Justice of the Peace, Precinct No.3, Place 2:
Arminda "Mindy" Garza Republican 10,136 votes
Juan "JJ" Pena Jr Democrat 21,899 votes

Unopposed Candidates that were declared elected.

Judge County Court at Law No.1 Rodolfo Rudy Gonzalez Democrat
Judge County Court at Law No.2 Jaime Jay Palacios Democrat
Judge County Court at Law No.4 Federico "Fred" Garza Jr Democrat
Judge County Court at Law No.5 Arnoldo Cantu Jr Democrat
Judge County Court at Law No.6 Albert Garcia Democrat 
Judge County Court at Law No.8 Omar Maldonado Democrat
District Clerk Laura Hinojosa Democrat
County Clerk Arturo Guajardo Jr Democrat
County Treasurer Lita L. Leo Democrat
County Commissioner Precinct 2, Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu Democrat
County Commissioner Precinct 4, Ellie Torres Democrat
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1, Place 2 , Jesse Morales Democrat
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2, Place 2, Jaime "Jerry"  Muñoz Democrat 
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4, Place 2, Homero Jasso Sr. Democrat
Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5, Place 1, Jason Peña Democrat
Constable Precinct No.5 Danny Marichalar Democrat

2. Official canvassing of Election Results for the November 6, 2018 Special Election of the 93rd District Court as per Texas Election Code Section 67.004.

District Judge, 93rd Judicial District, Unexpired Term:
Jennifer Morales Republican 45,960 votes
Fernando Mancias Democrat 103,069 votes

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 1 and 2.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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C.
AI-67665
Canvassing of the Election Results for the South Texas Independent School District's November 6, 2018 General Election per Texas Election Code 271.011 and Texas Education Code Section 26.34.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

For South Texas I.S.D. School Board Trustee, Hidalgo County Commissioners Pct. No.4

Martin Castillo 16,312 votes declared winner
Sam B. Gonzalez 16,097 votes

Unopposed for South Texas I.S.D. Commissioner Pct. No.2
Margarita Garcia declared winner
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D.
AI-67678
Approval of the 2018 November General Elections Service Contract between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for their election to be held on November 6, 2018.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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18.
 
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services:
 
A.
AI-67701
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service:
Requesting approval of ratification to accept the approval to extend the National Recreation & Park Association Grant through December 31, 2018. 

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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19.
 
WIC:
 
A.
AI-67671
Requesting approval for payment for the following invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
VENDOR LOCATION METER/ACCOUNT # SERVICE DATE OBJECT AMOUNT
Magic Valley Electric Cooperative Glasscock & 5 Mi Line Office Bldg. Unit D  1894197
1913947		 9/15/2018-9/30/2018
9/13/2018-9/30/2018		 622
622		 $107.70
$163.80
Sharyland Water Supply Corp. Glasscock N. 5 E 1/8 (N) 57485107 9/18/2018-9/30/2018 411
421		 $34.58
$11.96
City of Weslaco Water Dept. 417 S. Oregon 20-0200-03 9/07/2018-9/30/2018 411
421		 $54.72
$65.52

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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20.
 
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-67740
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Alaniz Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Apolonio R. Melendez) (Iowa Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family and 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Iowa Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s
Paved: Yes, Iowa Road is paved.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

b. Tierra Del Sol Acres Phase I Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Paul A. Daniec) (Mile 6 North Road & El Conejo Road)
No. of Lots: 31 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s
Paved: Yes, El Conejo Road and Mile 6 North Road are paved. 2 internal streets to be paved.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

c. Las Encinitas Phase I Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Forrest N. Runnels, Jr.) (Monte Cristo Road & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 114 Single Family, 10 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road is paved and 7 internal streets to be paved.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Final Approval
a. Speedy Gonzalez Acres Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose & Esmeralda Gonzalez) (Mile 2 ½ East Road & Mile 9 North Road)
No. of Lots: 5 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into
Mile 2 ½ East Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mercedes.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mercedes.
Paved: Yes, Mile 2 ½ East Road is paved.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

b. San Joaquin Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Minnesota Road & Val Verde Road)
No. of Lots: 46 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road and 1 internal street are paved.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

c. Alberta Springs Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Kyle Ruppert) (Alberta Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 90 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and will discharge onto the existing Trenton Drain Ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Paved: Yes, Alberta Road and 4 internal streets are paved.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

3. Final Approval with Variance Request and Financial Guarantee
a.Buckeye Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Cassandra Y. Lozano) (Cesar Chavez Road & Davis Road)
No. of Lot: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X & AE
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lot and surface runoff will be drained onto Cesar Chavez Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Cesar Chavez Road is paved.
*Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $1,500.00 for 1 OSSF.
Variance request from:Hidalgo County Subdivision Rules Title “B” Chapter 2.8 under “Block and Lots” Section B.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. 6 Western Vegas Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Richard A. Garza) (Mile 6 North Road & Western Road)
No. of Lots: 12 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into
Mile 6 North Road and Western Road side ditches.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Western Road and Mile 6 North Road are paved.
*Final Approval with Cash Deposit in the amount of $18,000.00 for 12 OSSF’s.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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21.
 
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A.
AI-67689
Pct. 1 is requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No. 38 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (CSJ# 0921-02-356) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

Court proceeded to Item.22.B.
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22.
 
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A.
AI-67743
Proclamation recognizing November as "National Running Safety Month".

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

Court proceeded to Item.23.A.
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B.
AI-67736
Pct 2 Various R&B Programs (1200):
1. Approval of certification of revenue as certified by the County Auditor for revenue received from the City of San Juan for Interlocal Agreement approved by Commissioners Court on 2/3/16 AI#53201 and Project Approved 2/16/16 AI#53412.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Approval of 2018 appropriation of funds into Pct 2 Various R&B Programs in the amount of $279,852.37.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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C.
AI-67712
1. Requesting approval to submit a grant application to the Valley Baptist Legacy Foundation in the amount of $500,000.00.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

2. Requesting approval for the County Judge to sign all required documents.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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D.
AI-67730
1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of San Juan, regarding the road construction and reconstruction of certain portions of Moore Rd for the Pct 2 Moore Road Project (654 LF E of Veterans Blvd to San Antonio Avenue).

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the Pct 2 Moore Road Project.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

Court proceeded to Item.24.A.
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23.
 
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
 
A.
AI-67691
Requesting approval of an Order of the Commissioners Court for opening of an access road of FM 2993, as petitioned by property owners (Erasto Canales Family Ltd.) regarding a 9.27 acre tract of land left without access to public road

Victor Gallardo explained that this is located on Conway around the 9 Mile area, this piece of property is landlocked. The section between the property and the road way is Hidalgo County owned. Gallardo informed that the county has a right-of-way that was given by the old rail road. 

John A. Rigney said his client is purchasing this property and there is a 9 acre piece of land that has approximately 20 feet of easement between the subject property and Conway. The attorney explained that years ago, Conway used to be divided into two different rail roads and there was a rail road right-of-way right down the center of it. Therefore, they are asking for an access easement to enter into the subject.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

Court proceeded to back to Item.5.C.
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24.
 
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-67747
Sheriff's Office - Violence Against Women Act (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant (Award No. 3615001) in the amount of $260,435.04.
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically sign grant award form and related documents.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously

3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.

No action taken on this item.

4. Approval of the Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant.
5. Approval of appropriation of funds for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on 4 and 5.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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B.
AI-67749
Transfers In-General Fund (1284):
Approval of 2018 interfund transfer from Co Wide Adm-Contingency (1100) to Transfers In-General Fund (1284) in the amount of $106,374.88 to fund the total cash match required to appropriate funds for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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C.
AI-67599
Various Departments (1100):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Grade/Step Proposed Grade/Step Effective Date
Step Adjustment (Promotion) 008-001 0002 Court Coordinator (DC) G16/S01 G16/S03 11/12/2018
Step Adjustment
(Lateral Transfer)		 026-001 0004 Bailiff G10/S01 G10/S09 11/19/2018
Step Adjustment
(Discretionary)		 080-002 0024 Assistant District Attorney II G15/S02 G15/S03 12/03/2018
Step Adjustment
(Discretionary)		 080-007 0137 Assistant District Attorney II G15/S02 G15/S03 12/03/2018

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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D.
AI-67637
Discussion, consideration and acceptance of the Regional Solid Waste Grant FY 2018-2019 in the amount of $30,000.00 with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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E.
AI-67590
Approval to recognize remaining retainage as misc. revenues in the amount of $14,523.26 under CO2010AB (Fund 1342) for the Renovations and Annex of Modular Buildings Project (Contract# 12-204-10-16-OGG; Vendor: CAS Companies).

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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F.
 
Budget Appropriations:
 
1.
AI-67591
Capital Project Funds - CO2010AB (1342):
a. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from interest earnings and misc revenue.
b. Approval of 2018 appropriation and interfund transfer from CO2010AB (Fund 1342) to debt service (Fund 1442) in the amount of $14,530.36.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval A and B.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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2.
AI-67651
Health Dept. - TB Control (1293):
a. Approval of unappropriation of funds in the amount of $605,561.00.
b. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $605,561.00.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on A and B.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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25.
 
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.
 
Hidalgo County
 
1.
AI-67763
Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of AIA Agreement with Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex Architects, Inc. in connection with the construction of "Hidalgo County Services Facility and Justice Center," subject to legal review.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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2.
AI-67769
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the RFQ/P One-Step Packet (i.e., legal notice requirements, scope of services, evaluation criteria)for Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for County Services Facilities and Justice Center including the re-advertising of project if necessary and/or required.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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3.
AI-67742
a. Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 3 between Hidalgo County and contractor, Morganti Texas, Inc. to modify and insert Exhibit I-Prevailing Wages Rates for the "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

b. Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 4 between Hidalgo County and Contractor, Morganti Texas, Inc. to modify the Owner's Designated Representative for the Agreement to include Armando Garza, Jr. (as approved on CC 10/23/18)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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4.
AI-67748
Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Terracon Consultants, Inc. to modify the Owner's Designated Representative for the Agreement to include Armando Garza, Jr. (as approved on CC 10/23/18)

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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5.
AI-67717
Requesting approval of amendment no. 2 of Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council in connection with shuttle services, as previously approved by CC on 07/31/18(Al-65904) provided thru Valley Metro pending final review and approval as to legal form by HC District Attorney's-Civil Litigation Section.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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6.
AI-67619
Ratification of disposal through donation to the joint effort between UT-RGV and the City of Edinburg through written request from Messrs. Edward Kuprel [City's Forrester] and Ricardo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas [Graduate Research Asst. for Agr./Env./Sust. Sciences Prog.] of salvage plant debris [banana plants] on site of the demolition of the Old Hidalgo County Jail located at NE corner of 12th & Loeb Streets in Edinburg, Texas pursuant to Tx Local Government Code 263.151 & 263.152 as confirmed/approval by HCCC through all the supporting documentation herein.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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7.
AI-67751
Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Architect, HDR, Architecture, Inc., to modify the specific portion of Section 11.5 for the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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B.
 
Executive Office
 
1.
AI-67694
Requesting approval of an extension to purchase the insurance coverage and/or services for Excess Workers Compensation Insurance in the amount of $216,655.00 as described in the renewal offer through Montalvo Insurance Agency.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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C.
 
Pct. 1
 
1.
AI-67330
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a "professional service";

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool" of professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical service providers required for(ON CALL) Construction Material Testing /Geo Technical Service projects located within Precinct No. 1:
Professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical Services Firms Grade Ranking
Professional Services Industries, Inc. (PSI) 92 2
Millennium Engineering Group 96 1
Fulcrum Consulting Services 89 3

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate professional service agreements for the purpose of ON CALL Professional Construction Material Testing/Geo Technical Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 with No. 1 Ranked firm: Millennium Engineering Group.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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D.
 
Pct. 2
 
1.
AI-67767
a. Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of Prof. Engineering Services for Inspection, Material Testing, and Construction Management for the "Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II from Ridge Road to Hall Acres Road in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2" with B2Z Engineering, LLC.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

b. Requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $838,031.56 (C-18-164-11-20), for the "Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II from Ridge Road to Hall Acres Road in HC Precinct No. 2."

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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2.
AI-67758
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with Professional Engineering Services for Valle Alto Park-Youth Facility Project in Pct. 2:
  QUINTANILLA, HEADLEY, AND ASSOC. INC. B2Z ENGINEERING LLC JAVIER HINOJOSA ENGINEERING, INC.
EVALUATOR NO. 1 96 98 95
RANKING 2 1 3

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of B2Z Engineering LLC.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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3.
AI-67735
Approval to purchase (2) 2019 Hino 338 Brush Truck in the amount of $182,985.84, through the County's membership/participation, TASB-BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program's (Contract 521-16 exp: 11/30/19)with awarded vendor,Rush Truck Center for Commissioner Pct.2.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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4.
AI-67756
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service;

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with ON CALL-Professional Engineering Services for Precinct No.2 Projects (on an as needed basis):
  B2Z ENGINEERING, LLC JAVIER HINOJOSA ENGINEERING SOUTH TEXAS INFRASTRUCTURE GROUP
EVALUATOR NO. 1 98 95 96
RANKING 1 3 2

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of B2Z Engineering, LLC.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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5.
AI-67714
Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $8,218.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez (Bus 83-Hall Acres Rd) Road Project.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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6.
AI-67705
Approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $6,525.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants Inc., Contract No. C-18-221-08-28 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 Hi-Line Road Project.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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E.
 
Pct. 3
 
1.
AI-67738
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County(all funding sources) -"Disposal of Solid Waste"" -RFB No.: 2018-280-12-12-TDL, including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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2.
AI-66269
Presentation of the sole bid received for the purpose of award to the responsible vendor meeting all specifications/requirements and the approval of contract document for project titled: Hidalgo County Pct 3-"Lease Land (approx. 5 acres) for Solid Waste Citizen Collection Site"RFB No.: 2018-170-07-11-SGS.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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F.
 
Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-67652
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.2 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, Contract No. C-18-130-04-03 Halff Associates Inc., due to modification to scope only, no change in fee or schedule.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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2.
AI-67303
Presentation of sole response received and meeting all specifications for the purpose of award and contract for RFB 2018-202 to Roy's Hauling Service for "Pit Run Caliche Base" subject to compliance with HB 1295.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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G.
 
Elections Department
 
1.
AI-67558
Acceptance and approval of "single" source/quote [due to supplier's standardization, warranty or other factors including supporting rationale from other counties herein] from EASY VOTE not to exceed the amount of $ 19,800.00 to include training/implementation one-time fee of $1,000.00 with authority for County Judge to sign the agreement

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

One time fee included.
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H.
 
Colonia Access Program Pct. 4
 
1.
AI-67459
Presentation for discussion, consideration and action on a recommendation by project engineer, SAMES Engineering to award to the lowest responsible vendor Castle Enterprises, submitting the lowest and best bid [meeting all specifications]in the amount of $39,638.67 for Project with title & number: CAP-18-241-10-31-MEG "Road and Drainage Construction" for Ware Country Subdivision (CSJ# 3C1080794)a Pct.4 BCAP Project.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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I.
 
Sheriff's Office
 
1.
AI-67695
A. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Eng. Services Agreement with B2Z Engineering as it relates to Project 2018-273 "Design/Construction of Detention Barracks". Approved for negotiations by HCCC on 10/23/18 AI-67304.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $ 74,265.52 for the Professional Eng. Services on the "Design/Construction of Detention Barracks"

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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2.
AI-67692
Sheriff's Office
Requesting approval to purchase one (1) 2019 Ford Transit 250 vehicle through GoodBuy Purchasing Cooperative, Contract #18-18-8F000 through awarded vendor, Silsbee Ford Inc. in the amount of $32,565.00 to include delivery and a one time administration fee of $300.00

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
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J.
 
Planning Department
 
1.
AI-67657
A. Requesting approval for membership services under RTK Network Subscription Agreement for Planning Department with AllTerra Central, Inc.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously 

B. Requesting approval for annual renewal for services required for the Trimble R6 Rover Kit for the life of the equipment.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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K.
 
Auditor's Office
 
1.
AI-67709
Requesting approval to enter into a consulting service agreement with Gray CPA Consulting, PC until completion of the project, under Option B - a prepayment by issuance of purchase order of a minimum of $5,000.00, where Hidalgo County Auditor's Office, the Client, will receive a 10% discount applied to all invoices submitted under this contract, pending legal approval.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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L.
 
Co. Wide
 
1.
AI-67627
Requesting approval to reject all proposals received for the project: "Solid Waste Collection" 2018-154-08-15-MEG for Hidalgo County.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

Commissioner Cantu stated that the rejection is due to the qualifications and the need to include small businesses.
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26.
 
Open Forum

Fern McClaugherty disclosed that a certain employee has been found sleeping during work hours. Additionally, she said she received calls regarding a lady who asked Magic Valley to place light poles on her private property. McClaugherty stated concerns over the matter and asked if this is being done at county's expense. Furthermore, she noted that comptroller's money is tax payers money. McClaugherty also asked about the amount of bonds that the county has sold in order to afford the construction of the new courthouse.
Attachments:
 
27.
 
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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
 
A.
 
Real Estate Acquisition

No action taken on this item.
 
B.
 
Pending and/or potential litigation

No action taken on this item.
 
C.
AI-67609
Claim of Phoenix Loss Control, Inc.

No action taken on this item.
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D.
AI-67770
Cause No. CCD-0457-A; City of Pharr v. Rafael Martinez, et al

No action taken on this item.
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28.
 
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.28.A. and B.
 
29.
 
Open Session:
 
A.
 
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same

No action taken on this item.
 
B.
 
Pending and/or potential litigation

No action taken on this item.
 
C.
AI-67610
Claim of Phoenix Loss Control, Inc.

Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $2,015.74

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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D.
AI-67771
Cause No. CCD-0457-A; City of Pharr v. Rafael Martinez, et al

Case has been assigned to Josephine Ramirez, District Attorney's Office Civil Division.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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30.
 
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

No action taken on this item.
 
31.
 
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed

No action taken on this item.
 
32.
 
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: 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 20th day of November, 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 November 20, 2018.

Signed this 20th day of NOVEMBER 2018




ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County


By: ____________________________
(Seal) Norma G. Cantu, Deputy