SPECIAL MEETING - February 12, 2019
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 12th day of February A.D., 2019, 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 RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
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 February 12, 2019 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 Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
The entire court recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The entire court recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer
Opening prayer offered by Julia Sullivan.
Judge Cortez stated some members may need to leave early; therefore, changed the agenda order, proceeding to Executive Closed Session Agenda Item 24.
Opening prayer offered by Julia Sullivan.
Judge Cortez stated some members may need to leave early; therefore, changed the agenda order, proceeding to Executive Closed Session Agenda Item 24.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Items 12. A.1. & 2. and 12. B. to be pulled for further discussion.
The court moved to approve the Consent Agenda with the exception of Items 12. A.1. & 2. and 12. B. to be pulled for further discussion.
5.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-68854
DA - Buffet-McCain Institute/Arizona State University:
1. Discussion, consideration and action to enter into an agreement between the McCain Institute for International Leadership at Arizona State University and Hidalgo County Office of the Criminal District Attorney with approval for County Judge to sign the agreement
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 Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor for the FY19 Buffet-McCain Institute/Arizona State University and appropriation of funds for the FY19 Buffet-McCain Institute/Arizona State.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Discussion, consideration and action to enter into an agreement between the McCain Institute for International Leadership at Arizona State University and Hidalgo County Office of the Criminal District Attorney with approval for County Judge to sign the agreement
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 Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor for the FY19 Buffet-McCain Institute/Arizona State University and appropriation of funds for the FY19 Buffet-McCain Institute/Arizona State.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-68734
DA's Office-Victim Assistance Program Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY2018 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY2018 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-68730
DA's Office - Border Prosecution Unit Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2019-2020 Border Prosecution Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2019-2020 Border Prosecution Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-68775
DA's Office - Office of the Governor Activity Grants (1281):
Requesting approval to submit the updated resolutions designating the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents for the following grants with the Office of the Governor (as listed):
-Border Prosecution Unit Grant #2537808
-Hidalgo County DA's Office-Victim Assistance Program Grant #2924302
-Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant #2931304
-Victims Unit Court Advocate Project Grant #3596401
-Domestic Violence Unit Grant #3596501
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Requesting approval to submit the updated resolutions designating the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents for the following grants with the Office of the Governor (as listed):
-Border Prosecution Unit Grant #2537808
-Hidalgo County DA's Office-Victim Assistance Program Grant #2924302
-Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant #2931304
-Victims Unit Court Advocate Project Grant #3596401
-Domestic Violence Unit Grant #3596501
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
E.
AI-68435
District Attorney (1256)
Requesting approval of the FY 2018 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting approval of the FY 2018 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report for the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
F.
AI-68762
DA's Office - Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY2019 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY2019 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-68768
DA's Office - Victims Unit Court Advocate Project Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for FY19 Victims Unit Court Advocate Project Grant (1281).
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for FY19 Victims Unit Court Advocate Project Grant (1281).
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI-68773
DA's Office - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY18 Domestic Violence Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY18 Domestic Violence Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI-68766
Requesting acceptance and approval of purchase of plaques for employee recognition for years of service with the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
6.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-68688
HIDTA Task Force (1291):
1. Authorization and approval to accept award no. G18SS0002A, Modification Number 2, Cooperative Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $81,500.00 for the grant period of 01/01/18-12/31/19.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge,as authorized official, to sign grant award form and 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor's Office.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $81,500.00 will be submitted at a later date.
No action taken on this item.
1. Authorization and approval to accept award no. G18SS0002A, Modification Number 2, Cooperative Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy in the amount of $81,500.00 for the grant period of 01/01/18-12/31/19.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge,as authorized official, to sign grant award form and 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor's Office.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Appropriation of funds for the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $81,500.00 will be submitted at a later date.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-68821
Sheriff's Office OCDETF (1284):
1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement
between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration
McAllen District Office/Houston Division office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues a certified by the County Auditor o the OCDETF
grant agreement.
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
3. Approval to appropriate OCDETF grant award in the amount of 13,800.00 (in reference
to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1048).
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement
between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration
McAllen District Office/Houston Division office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues a certified by the County Auditor o the OCDETF
grant agreement.
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
3. Approval to appropriate OCDETF grant award in the amount of 13,800.00 (in reference
to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1048).
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-68729
Sheriff's Office - LBSP (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2019 - August 31, 2020).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY 20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY 20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2019 - August 31, 2020).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-68869
Constable Precinct 1 - LBSP FY20 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2019 - August 31, 2020).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2019 - August 31, 2020).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-68860
Constable Pct.1:
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2018 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2018 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-68731
Constable Pct. 2 - LBSP(1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2019 to August 31, 2020).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through egrants.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as authorized official.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document (grant period-September 01, 2019 to August 31, 2020).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-68839
Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute 2018 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
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
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
Attachments:
10.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-68811
Constable Precinct 4 - LBSP FY20 (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as the authorized official.
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
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2019 - August 31, 2020).
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
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the Local Border Security Program (LBSP) FY20 Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through egrants.
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
2. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application under egrants as the authorized official.
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
3. Approval of Resolution for LBSP FY20 Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official and to sign required document. (Grant Period: September 01, 2019 - August 31, 2020).
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-68843
Constable Precinct 4: Requesting authorization for the County Judge to execute the 2018 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification Report.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-68718
Presentation and discussion of 2018 Racial Profiling Report as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 Department in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-68594
Requesting approval for reimbursement of $150.89 to Pablo Villarreal, Jr, for a battery and steering wheel lock for a county vehicle, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures have been completed by the County Auditor.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
Attachments:
12.
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 action taken on these items.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
No action taken on these items.
B.
AI-68800
Appointment of Forrest Runnels for Director of the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (HCRMA) for the period of 1/28/19-1/28/21
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-68846
Discussion, consideration and action on appointment of board member(s) and alternate(s) to represent the County of Hidalgo on the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board of Directors for the following:
Edinburg No. 3-La Sienna
Commissioner Torres appointed herself and Velinda Reyes as alternate.
Edinburg No. 4-Entertainment Center Project
Commissioner Torres appointed herself and Velinda Reyes as alternate.
McAllen No. 1-Tres Lagos
Area overlaps Precinct 3 and Precinct 4; Commissioner Flores authorized Commissioner Torres to appoint alternates. Commissioner Torres appointed herself and Velinda Reyes as alternate.
Mercedes
Commissioner Fuentes appointed David Suarez and Pepe Cabeza De Vaca as alternate.
Pharr No. 1
Commissioner Cantu appointed Armando Garza Jr. and Jorge Hinojosa as alternate.
Pharr No. 2
Commissioner Cantu appointed Armando Garza Jr. and Jorge Hinojosa as alternate.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Edinburg No. 3-La Sienna
Commissioner Torres appointed herself and Velinda Reyes as alternate.
Edinburg No. 4-Entertainment Center Project
Commissioner Torres appointed herself and Velinda Reyes as alternate.
McAllen No. 1-Tres Lagos
Area overlaps Precinct 3 and Precinct 4; Commissioner Flores authorized Commissioner Torres to appoint alternates. Commissioner Torres appointed herself and Velinda Reyes as alternate.
Mercedes
Commissioner Fuentes appointed David Suarez and Pepe Cabeza De Vaca as alternate.
Pharr No. 1
Commissioner Cantu appointed Armando Garza Jr. and Jorge Hinojosa as alternate.
Pharr No. 2
Commissioner Cantu appointed Armando Garza Jr. and Jorge Hinojosa as alternate.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-68754
Nuisance Abatement Division:
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-68818
Authorization and approval to transfer, purchase wireless device service and deactivate wireless service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS (AS LISTED):
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
| Qty: | Description: | Department: | User: | Transfer From: | Transfer To: | Service Plan: | MDN: |
| 1 | Transfer Service | Executive Office | Office Use | Nuisance Abatement | Executive Office | Mobile Broadband Unlimited + DTL 25GB @ $37.99 per month | 956-609-5029 |
| 10 | Purchase new data card service | District Attorney | DA Office Use | N/A | N/A | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea. per month | New |
| 2 | Purchase new data card service | District Attorney | DA Office Use | N/A | N/A | Mobile Broadband Unl. + DTL 25GB @ $37.99/ea. per month | New |
| 1 | Purchase new cell phone service | District Attorney | DA Office Use | N/A | N/A | Nationwide Unl. Min. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl @ $69.99 + taxes/fees per month | New |
| 1 | Deactivate data card service | Probate Court | Office Use | N/A | N/A | Mobile Broadband Unl. + DTL 25GB @ $37.99 per month | 956-249-8418 |
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:
F.
AI-68871
1. Approval to accept partial insurance settlement checks related to storm damages to County property (Precinct 1) during the June rain event from:
a. Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance in the amount of $ 18,489.87
b. Lexington Insurance Company in the amount of $ 27,734.81
c. Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, London in the amount of $ 11,556.17
d. Axis Insurance Company in the amount of $ 23,112.34
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 2019 certification of revenues by County Auditor of funds received from partial insurance settlement checks related to storm damages to County property (Precinct 1) during the June rain event from:
a. Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance in the amount of $ 18,489.87
b. Lexington Insurance Company in the amount of $ 27,734.81
c. Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, London in the amount of $ 11,556.17
d. Axis Insurance Company in the amount of $ 23,112.34
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
3.Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds into the Flood Ctrl Wtr Extract 2019 in the amount of $80,893.19 for anticipated expenditures related to the June 2018 event.
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
Valde Guerra, for the record, in regards to 12. F. the certification revenue is pending the acceptance of settlement checks by the court, done so above, and received at the Treasures office. Appropriation of funds is subject to the certification of revenues by the county auditors office.
a. Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance in the amount of $ 18,489.87
b. Lexington Insurance Company in the amount of $ 27,734.81
c. Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, London in the amount of $ 11,556.17
d. Axis Insurance Company in the amount of $ 23,112.34
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 2019 certification of revenues by County Auditor of funds received from partial insurance settlement checks related to storm damages to County property (Precinct 1) during the June rain event from:
a. Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance in the amount of $ 18,489.87
b. Lexington Insurance Company in the amount of $ 27,734.81
c. Certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, London in the amount of $ 11,556.17
d. Axis Insurance Company in the amount of $ 23,112.34
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
3.Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds into the Flood Ctrl Wtr Extract 2019 in the amount of $80,893.19 for anticipated expenditures related to the June 2018 event.
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
Valde Guerra, for the record, in regards to 12. F. the certification revenue is pending the acceptance of settlement checks by the court, done so above, and received at the Treasures office. Appropriation of funds is subject to the certification of revenues by the county auditors office.
Attachments:
13.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed
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
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
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
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
B.
AI-68750
Jail (1100):
Approval to create one (1) Temporary Full-Time position for 46 weeks beginning 02/18/2019 and ending 12/31/2019:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval to create one (1) Temporary Full-Time position for 46 weeks beginning 02/18/2019 and ending 12/31/2019:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 280-002 | T452 | Custodian II | 03 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
C.
AI-68735
Pct. 4 Drainage Improvement Project (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions as per AI 68503 (reduction in force) approved by Commissioners Court 1/15/2019:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following personnel actions as per AI 68503 (reduction in force) approved by Commissioners Court 1/15/2019:
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | Grade/Step |
| Delete | 124-036 | 0027 | Program Manager II | 15/04 |
| Delete | 124-036 | 0031 | Supervisor III, Construction | 13/03 |
| Delete | 124-036 | 0028 | Public Affairs Specialist | 10/01 |
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
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
D.
AI-68752
Master Court I (1100):
Approval of the following discretionary step adjustments pursuant to Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following discretionary step adjustments pursuant to Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
| Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Grade/ Step | Proposed Grade/ Step |
| 031-001 | 0002 | Assistant Court Coordinator (Master) | G11/S01 | G11/S02 |
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
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
E.
AI-68912
Criminal District Attorney (1100)/ DA CCP59 (1223):
1. Approval of corrections to AI-68333 as per Exhibit A, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019 including appropriation of funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of the following personnel changes effective 2/4/19:
No action taken on this item.
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
1. Approval of corrections to AI-68333 as per Exhibit A, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019 including appropriation of funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of the following personnel changes effective 2/4/19:
| Action | Dept./Prg | Slot # | Position Title | Current Grade & Step/Allowance | Proposed Grade & Step/Allowance |
| Create Allowance Slot to Provide Longevity | 080-019 | 0004 | Assistant District Attorney IV | G19/S07 | G19/S07 |
| $0.00 | $5,000.00 |
No action taken on this item.
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
F.
AI-68753
Criminal District Attorney VUCAP (1281):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 080-020 | 0011 | Court Advocate | 08 |
| Create | 080-020 | 0012 | Court Advocate | 08 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
G.
AI-68770
Tax Office (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next ful pay period 02/18/2019:
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
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next ful pay period 02/18/2019:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 140-001 | 0178 | Auto Theft Fraud Unit Investigator I | 10 | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 140-001 | 0207 | Auto Theft Fraud Unit Investigator II | 12 | $0.00 | $500.00 |
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: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
H.
AI-68823
389th District Court (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Position Title | Slot # | Grade | Interpreter Allowance |
| Add Interpreter Allowance | 008-001 | Bailiff II (DC) | 0006 | 13 | $2,500.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
I.
AI-68873
DA Civil Litigation (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Auto Allowance |
| Add Auto Allowance | 080-013 | 0011 | Attorney II | 15 | $900.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
J.
AI-68786
Information Technology (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 200-001 | 0047 | Technician IV | 10 |
| Create | 200-001 | 0048 | Cybersecurity Analyst III | 14 |
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
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
K.
AI-68897
Pct. 3 Drainage Improvements Project (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Obj. Code | Position Title | Current Grade/ Allowance | Proposed Grade/ Allowance |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-049 | 0019 | 113 | Truck Driver III | 08 | 08 |
| 117 | $0.00 | $3,000.00 | ||||
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-049 | 0020 | 113 | Truck Driver III | 08 | 08 |
| 117 | $0.00 | $3,000.00 |
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
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
L.
AI-68905
275th District Court (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of transfer.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of the following discretionary step adjustments pursuant to Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 02/18/2019:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Interpreter Allowance |
| Add Interpreter Allowance | 005-001 | 0006 | Bailiff II (DC) | 13 | $6,000.00 |
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of transfer.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of the following discretionary step adjustments pursuant to Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period:
| Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Grade/ Step | Proposed Grade/ Step |
| 005-001 | 0001 | Court Coordinator (DC) | G16/S01 | G16/S02 |
| 005-001 | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator (DC) | G13/S01 | G13/S02 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Raul Silguero stated all items are subject to funding.
Attachments:
14.
Urban County:
A.
AI-68822
Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments on the revised Housing Guidelines and Needs Assessment for the contract (No. 18-419-000-B128) between the Hidalgo County Urban County Program (UCP) and the Texas General Land Office (GLO).
Judge Cortez stepped away from the meeting at 10:54 a.m.
Commissioner Cantu opened the public hearing at 10:54 a.m.
Diana Serna stated, Texas General Land Office required the development of a needs assessment to address the floods of 2015. Texas General Land Office provided about 2 million dollars for housing assistance. Urban County identified 11 colonias in need and developed the needs assessment and guidelines as instructed by General Land Office. This funding will be available for 11 colonias in Precinct 4; San Marcos Acres, San Marcos Acres III, Alamo Estates, Alamo Estates II, Herencia Manor, North Alamo Terrace, Kaitlin Subdivision, Chris Estates, Alberta Meadows, Alberta Meadows II, and Trenton Oaks.
Hearing was opened for comments at this time; No comments.
Commissioner Cantu closed the public hearing at 10:55 a.m.
No action needed on behalf of the Court.
Judge Cortez stepped away from the meeting at 10:54 a.m.
Commissioner Cantu opened the public hearing at 10:54 a.m.
Diana Serna stated, Texas General Land Office required the development of a needs assessment to address the floods of 2015. Texas General Land Office provided about 2 million dollars for housing assistance. Urban County identified 11 colonias in need and developed the needs assessment and guidelines as instructed by General Land Office. This funding will be available for 11 colonias in Precinct 4; San Marcos Acres, San Marcos Acres III, Alamo Estates, Alamo Estates II, Herencia Manor, North Alamo Terrace, Kaitlin Subdivision, Chris Estates, Alberta Meadows, Alberta Meadows II, and Trenton Oaks.
Hearing was opened for comments at this time; No comments.
Commissioner Cantu closed the public hearing at 10:55 a.m.
No action needed on behalf of the Court.
Attachments:
B.
AI-68741
Request approval to reject bids received for the La Joya Street Improvements Project. (Havana Subdivision) Bid No. 5015-40-0311-5000-4000-UCP-GVG.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-68760
1. Requesting authority to cease negotiations with the highest ranked firm L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. approved on January 15, 2019 (AI-68398), due to their heavy work load and deadlines.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the second highest ranked firm LAZCAMREA, LLC dba Fulcrum Consulting Services, for the provision of professional engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 31 (2018) City of La Villa – Water/Sewer Improvements project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the second highest ranked firm LAZCAMREA, LLC dba Fulcrum Consulting Services, for the provision of professional engineering services for an Urban County Program Year 31 (2018) City of La Villa – Water/Sewer Improvements project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-68806
Authorization to issue a check from the general fund to the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in the amount of $7,486.88 due to a FY’05 Urban County Program (UCP) HOME Program participant’s inability to keep the assisted housing unit compliant.
Commissioner Cantu requested explanation. Ms Serna stated they assisted two elderly sisters who did not meet their affordability period, within the first year. She stated the property was transferred making it ineligible for assistance. They were able to recoup 32,000 of the money that was put into the home; $7, 486.88 is still pending. They are requesting this from the counties general fund.
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
Commissioner Cantu requested explanation. Ms Serna stated they assisted two elderly sisters who did not meet their affordability period, within the first year. She stated the property was transferred making it ineligible for assistance. They were able to recoup 32,000 of the money that was put into the home; $7, 486.88 is still pending. They are requesting this from the counties general fund.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-68807
1. Requesting acceptance and action to correct the base bid submitted by Oasis Waterplaygrounds, Inc. total from $210,000.00 to $213,000.00, due to contractor’s mathematical error.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Subject to compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Oasis Waterplaygrounds, Inc., in the amount of $213,000.00. UCP Funds from FY 30 (2017) Palmview - Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements line item will be utilized.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Subject to compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Oasis Waterplaygrounds, Inc., in the amount of $213,000.00. UCP Funds from FY 30 (2017) Palmview - Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements line item will be utilized.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-68820
Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting authority to purchase bunker gear through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, North American Fire Equipment Co., Inc. (NAFECO contract # 524-17), in the amount of $21,206.00 from FY 31 (2018) Mercedes Fire Station/Equipment and city funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-68835
1. Subject to compliance with HB 1295, requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Contract with Hinojosa Engineering, Inc., for the La Joya Street Improvements Project (Havana Subdivision), to include additional services for the re-design and a second bidding process.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2, with an increase of $5,500.00.
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2, with an increase of $5,500.00.
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI-68832
Requesting authorization to dispose of Community Development Block Grant records for Program Years 2008 thru 2012.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI-68838
1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Professional Engineering Services Agreement Contract with Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc., due to change and increase in project scope (add sewer lines) for the City of Weslaco Water/Sewer Improvements project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 2 for Cruz –Hogan Consultants, Inc. with an increase of $22,367.00.
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 2 for Cruz –Hogan Consultants, Inc. with an increase of $22,367.00.
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
J.
AI-68828
Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. (contract # 524-17), in the amount of $41,855.00 from FY 31 (2018) Progreso - Fire Station/Equipment and city funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
15.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-68909
Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Penitas and County of Hidalgo. The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within the City of Penitas jurisdiction.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-68893
Health (1293):
1. Request approval to accept the Texas Healthy Communities grant contract Amendment #2016-003876 Amendment No. 4. The purpose of the amendment is to revise the budget.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval for County Judge e-sign the contract amendment and FFATA Certification. (Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Request approval to accept the Texas Healthy Communities grant contract Amendment #2016-003876 Amendment No. 4. The purpose of the amendment is to revise the budget.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval for County Judge e-sign the contract amendment and FFATA Certification. (Fiscal Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-68764
Health (1293):
Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application and budget for the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion program for FY 20 and FY 21. The allocation for FY 20 is $147,521.00 and the program period will be in effect from September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020 and FY 21 allocation is $147,520.00 and the program period will be in effect from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting approval to submit renewal grant application and budget for the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion program for FY 20 and FY 21. The allocation for FY 20 is $147,521.00 and the program period will be in effect from September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020 and FY 21 allocation is $147,520.00 and the program period will be in effect from September 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
AI-68795
Request approval to pay for out of county travel and other out of pocket expenses for 1115 Waiver Consultant, Kevin Nolting, dba, Nolting Consulting LLC as per the Consulting Services Contract (Travel for RHP 5 Learning Collaborative meeting on March 19, 2019). Total Expenditures estimated at $600.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
16.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-68776
Approval of Resolutions for the following 2020 Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office grants:
Domestic Violence Court Grant #
DWI Court Grant #2413910
Veteran's Court Grant #2431509
Re-entry Court Grant #
Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #3623202
Mental Health Court Grant #
Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928005
Youthful Offender Court Grant #
Misdemeanor Drug Court Grant #
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of all as listed.
Domestic Violence Court Grant #
DWI Court Grant #2413910
Veteran's Court Grant #2431509
Re-entry Court Grant #
Misdemeanor DWI Court Grant #3623202
Mental Health Court Grant #
Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928005
Youthful Offender Court Grant #
Misdemeanor Drug Court Grant #
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of all as listed.
Attachments:
17.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-68848
Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve contract # 58190002984 in the amount of $6,153,817.00 with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program Year 2019 with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-68751
Discussion, consideration and possible action to submit response to Management Decision Letter for Single Audit Report for Fiscal Year Ended 12/31/2017 addressed to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs with authorization for reimbursement to be made to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs in the amount of $2,160.69 to be paid from HCCSA's Local Funds Account.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
WIC:
A.
AI-68732
WIC Program (1292):
Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2019/2020 WIC Form A: Renewal Application for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Requesting ratification for approval to submit the Fiscal Year 2019/2020 WIC Form A: Renewal Application for the Hidalgo County WIC Program.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
19.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-68886
Requesting approval to name a private road located on the east side of Rodriguez St and South of West Minnesota Road in San Juan Texas as Borrego Service Road for 9-1-1 purposes as recommended by the Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-68885
Receipt, review, and approval of closing documents for the purchase of a tract of land known as Lot C3, Alianza Business Park for the Pct 2 Indoor Baseball Park Project with authority for the County Judge and/or Executive Officer to sign closing documents.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
20.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-68740
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose", pursuant to the Tx. Constitution, Art. 3, Sec. 52.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
21.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-68946
Discussion, consideration, and approval to update the Texas Department of Emergency Management Designation of Subrecipient Agent Form.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-68858
Various Departments:
Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-68802
H.D. Adm (1293) / Health Clinics (1100) / Medicaid Admin (1293) :
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon CC approval:
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon CC approval:
| Action | Dept./Prog. | Slot No. | Position Title | Current Grade/Step | Current Salary | Proposed Grade/Step | Proposed Salary |
| Change in Funding Source | 340-005 | 0001 (Delete) | Advanced Clinical Practitioner | G20/S01 | $43,775 | - | - |
| 340-003 | 0161 | G20/S01 | $43,775 | G20/S01 | $43,775 | ||
| 340-059 | 0001 (Create) | - | - | G20/S01 | $43,775 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-68755
2018 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Capital Leases:
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund capital lease expenditures for various departments.
2. Approval of 2018 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund capital lease expenditures for various departments.
3. Approval of various 2018 intradepartmental transfers to fund capital lease expenditures for various departments.
No action taken on these items.
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund capital lease expenditures for various departments.
2. Approval of 2018 appropriation of revenues and expenditures to fund capital lease expenditures for various departments.
3. Approval of various 2018 intradepartmental transfers to fund capital lease expenditures for various departments.
No action taken on these items.
2.
AI-68868
Justice Court Building Security (1245):
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds from the Justice Court Building Security unassigned fund balance in the amount of $11,000.00 to fund purchase of security cameras for the JP buildings.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds from the Justice Court Building Security unassigned fund balance in the amount of $11,000.00 to fund purchase of security cameras for the JP buildings.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-68852
Courthouse Security Fund (1241):
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the Courthouse Security (1241) in the amount of $1,200.00 to fund anticipated expenditures.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds for the Courthouse Security (1241) in the amount of $1,200.00 to fund anticipated expenditures.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
4.
AI-68749
Jail Commissary (2102):
Approval of unappropriation of funds in the amount of $236,350.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of unappropriation of funds in the amount of $236,350.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
5.
AI-68915
Economic Development (1100) / Child Advocacy Ctr (1100):
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds into Economic Development in the total amount of $225,000.00 and Child Advocacy Ctr in the total amount of $50,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds into Economic Development in the total amount of $225,000.00 and Child Advocacy Ctr in the total amount of $50,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
22.
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-68938
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements Tx Local Gov't. Code, 262.024(a)(4), a professional service(s);
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Acceptance and approval of multiple professional court reporting services contracts on an "as needed basis" between Hidalgo County and the following: Donna Goree, Maribel Hernandez and Norma Rico.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.
AI-68679
A. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of graded vendor submissions with the recommendations by Evaluation Committee Members for RFQ/P No. 2018-283-12-12-RFV, "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for County Services Facility and Justice Center."
| Submitting Vendor | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 1 | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 2 | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 3 | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 4 | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 5 | Sum of Evaluator Scores | Final Places for CC Rank |
| Bullard Construction | 7 | 2 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 31 | 7 |
| Celso Gonzalez Construction Inc. | 3 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 24 | 5 |
| D. Wilson Construction, Inc. | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 3 |
| Davila Construction, Inc. | 6 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 24 | 4 |
| Enriquez Construction Group, LLC | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Holchemont, LTD | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 28 | 6 |
| Hunt and Woodruff Construction Co., LLC | 8 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 34 | 8 |
| NM Contracting, LLC | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 45 | 9 |
| Peacock General Contractors, Inc. | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 15 | 2 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate an agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ENRIQUEZ CONSTRUCTION GROUP, LLC for "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for County Services Facility and Justice Center.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-68889
Acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 6 between Hidalgo County and contractor, Morganti Texas, Inc.to reduce the contractual retainage percentage to 5% and to modify the release of retainage provision, in the agreement for the "Construction of New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Subject to 1295 received.
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
Subject to 1295 received.
4.
AI-68894
Approval for the following change orders in connection with the construction of Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc.:
1. Null and Void Change Order No. 32. Revisions on Change Order No. 5
3. Revisions on Change Order No. 6
4. Change Order No. 7
5. Change Order No. 11
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
Executive Office
1.
AI-68924
Requesting acceptance and approval of Supplemental No. 1 for Halff Associates, Inc. resulting in additional services requested Design, Bid and Construction Services.(with an estimated cost increase of $14,570.00) for services under Work Authorization No.1 C-18-198-07-31.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-68942
Approval of a Master Lease Agreement between Hidalgo County [Pct. #1] and Precinct #1 for the rental of a grapple truck for a short term so as to address a current work stoppage arising from precinct trucks being repaired through the requisition and purchase order protocol after execution of documents subject to legal's final review as to form.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.
AI-68872
Approval of Change Order #1 in the amount not to exceed $15,0000 for Contract#520-16 awarded JOC vendor, Noble Texas Builders, for the build back construction of Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Building East Wing as submitted through project engineer Halff Associates, Inc. subject to compliance HB 1295 & HB 23 if/when applicable.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3.
AI-68517
Requesting approval of final negotiated professional services agreement with Raba Kistner, Inc. for the provision of Geo-Technical and Construction Material Testing (On-Call) Services for Precinct No. 1 Projects as approved for negotiations [CC 12-18-18 R/AI-# 68125].
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-68928
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional appraisal services for "ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional appraisal services for "ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects;
| PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICES | THE REAL ESTATE CENTER INC. | APPRAISAL HAUS | |
| EVALUATOR 1 | 97 | 95 | 96 |
| RANKING |
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
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional appraisal services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICES for professional appraisal services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No. 2 Projects.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-68937
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional surveying services providers for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No. 2 Projects;
| QUINTANILLA, HEADLEY, AND ASSOC., INC. | GUZMAN & MUNOZ | SAMES, INC. | |
| EVALUATOR 1 | 98 | 95 | 96 |
| RANKING |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional appraisal services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of QUINTANILLA HEADLEY AND ASSOCIATES, INC. for professional surveying services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis Precinct No. 2 Projects.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-68939
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional appraisal services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No. 2 Projects;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional appraisal services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No. 2 Projects;
| LEONEL GARZA, JR. | SOUTHMOST REALTY,APPRAISAL & COURT EXPERT WITNESS | THE REAL ESTATE CENTER, INC. | |
| EVALUATOR 1 | 97 | 95 | 94 |
| RANKING |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional appraisal services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of LEONEL GARZA JR. for professional appraisal services for "ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects.
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:
4.
AI-68940
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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 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)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 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)
| CRUZ-HOGAN CONSULTANTS, INC. | SAMES, INC. | GUZMAN & MUNOZ | |
| EVALUATOR 1 | 97 | 96 | 95 |
| RANKING |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of CRUZ-HOGAN CONSULTANTS, INC.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
5.
AI-68941
Requesting approval for Hidalgo County Auditor to process and issue check(s) in the amount of $835.00 prior to services being rendered pursuant to Architectural Barriers Administrative Rules 68.80(e) to Robert V. Buck & Associates, LLC, dba, The Buck Group- Registered Accessibility Specialist-designated by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in order to permit the processing of an Inspection for the "Co Wide Mechanic Shop Project" for compliance with ABA rule 68.52.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
AI-68945
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 3, Contract No. C-17-182-06-13 for B2Z Engineering, LLC, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $16,547.13 for the Pct #2 Military Highway Extension Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
7.
AI-68926
Approval to execute awarded (by CC 12-18-18) construction contract with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC (C-18-199-02-12) for "The Regional Linear Park Project-Section 2," including authority for project manager, B2Z Engineering, to issue and send formal written Notice to Proceed.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
AI-68888
Authority to advertise with approval of procurement packet [approved by both TxDOT & HCDD#1] for: "Professional Engineering Services for Inspection, Material Testing, and Construction Management for Dicker Road Project," in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 (a TxDOT Project), RFQ No.2019-017-03-11-RFV, including re-advertisement of project when/if necessary or required.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
AI-68887
Acceptance and approval to execute the final agreement of professional engineering services on an "on-call basis" for Road & Bridge, CIP, and other Projects in General," for Pct. 2 with B2Z Engineering, LLC. [approved CC 11/20/18].
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-68919
Approval of Work Authorization No. 7 in the amount of $241,800.00 under contract #C-13-305-10-07 with L&G Engineering for the provision of required Preliminary Engineering Design for the Mile 3 Project from Tom Gill to FM 2221 & Connections to US 83 Relief Route.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-68810
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase two (2) 2019 Freightliner 114SD-TRA for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with HGACBUY contract HT06-18 for $313,113.98 to include but not limited to HGAC's processing fee.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-68920
Requesting approval of a Notice of Intent to Terminate Contract No. C-18-023-07-030 with Holchemont, LTD for the Memorial Park Phase I for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, located at 107 Highway and Sunflower Road un Edinburg, Texas 78539.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-68546
Recommendations by Purchasing & H&HS to award bid and approved contract documents to multiple vendors submitting the lowest and best bids [meeting all specifications and/or requirements] through project RFB No.: 2018-248-12-19-SGS- titled: "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals" - Hidalgo Co. Health and Human Services Department to the following multiple bidders: ADAPCO, Rentokil North America, dba Target Specialty Products. Univar, Inc. and Clarke Mosquito Control Products.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
- AGREEMENT
- AGREEMENT
- AGREEMENT
- AGREEMENT
- Recommendation
- Participation
- ADAPCO -Contract
- ADAPCO - FORM 1295
- Rentokil North Am. dba Target Specialty Prod.-Contract
- Rentokil N. Am dba Target Spec. Form 1295
- Legal's Approval for Adapco & Target
- UNIVAR, INC -Contract
- UNIVAR, INC. FORM 1295
- CLARKE - Contract
- CLARKE-FORM 1295
- Legal's approval- Univar & Clarke
H.
Colonia Access Program Pct. 3
1.
AI-68736
BCAP/PCT.3
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Certificate of Construction Completion for El Flaco Chiquito Subdivision as submitted by RDH Site and Concrete, LLC:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Acceptance and approval of payment for Application No. (Retainage Release) in the amount of $12,727.75 for RDH Site and Concrete, LLC contractor vendor for El Flaco Chiquito Subdivision as submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract C-CAP-18-168-07-03.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Acceptance and approval of payment for Application No. (Retainage Release) in the amount of $12,727.75 for RDH Site and Concrete, LLC contractor vendor for El Flaco Chiquito Subdivision as submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering under Contract C-CAP-18-168-07-03.
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:
23.
Open Forum
Joe Rodriguez addressed the Court with concerns of unqualified employees in high paying positions.
Joe Rodriguez addressed the Court with concerns of unqualified employees in high paying positions.
Attachments:
24.
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. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
C.
AI-68826
Claim of Samantha Sandoval
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI-68847
CL-19-0668-E; Isidro Villa Huerta v Hidalgo County Detention Center
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
25.
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."
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Engagement with the firm of PRESTON HENRICHSON for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
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
This item is specific to Open Session 26. D.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Engagement with the firm of PRESTON HENRICHSON for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
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
This item is specific to Open Session 26. D.
26.
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-68827
Claim of Samantha Sandoval
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $566.74. For the record, if accepted, check will be made payable to PADILLA LAW FIRM.
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
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $566.74. For the record, if accepted, check will be made payable to PADILLA LAW FIRM.
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
D.
AI-68881
CL-19-0668-E; Isidro Villa Huerta v Hidalgo County Detention Center
Infer to 25. A.
Infer to 25. A.
27.
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.
28.
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.
29.
Adjourn
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu adjourned the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu adjourned the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 12th day of February, 2019
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on February 12, 2019.
Signed this 12th day of February 2019
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 12th day of February, 2019
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on February 12, 2019.
Signed this 12th day of February 2019
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy