REGULAR MEETING - September 24, 2019
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 24th day of September A.D., 2019, there was begun and held a REGULAR 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 September 24, 2019 2:00 P.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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 Richard Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.
All Commissioners were present during roll call.
Judge Richard Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.
All Commissioners were present during roll call.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
The court was led by United States Marine Corps Veteran, Agustin "Gus" Garcia, the entire court recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
The court was led by United States Marine Corps Veteran, Agustin "Gus" Garcia, the entire court recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer
Opening prayer was offered by Julia Sullivan.
Opening prayer was offered by Julia Sullivan.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda
The court moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of item 9. A., 9. D., 3.O., and 11.C to be pulled for further discussion.
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
The Court moved to agenda item 16.A.
The court moved to approve the consent agenda with the exception of item 9. A., 9. D., 3.O., and 11.C to be pulled for further discussion.
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
The Court moved to agenda item 16.A.
5.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-72315
Proclamation declaring September 2019 as Valley Voter Awareness Month.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Public Participation Form: Fern McClaugherty.
Ms. McClaugherty questions what the County does to help the voting turn out. She informs the Court the County has 370,000 plus registered voters but many do not show up to vote. She stated something needs to be done to get the people out to vote.
Elections Administrator, Yvonne Ramon, is in agreement with Ms. McClaughtery. She recognizes it is not enough to just register to vote we need to be accountable for voting as well. She stated her department is very active in exposing the public of the need to vote. She stated the department is very active on social media so as to keep the public informed. However she recognizes that alone is not enough to get voters to come out.
The Court moved to item 11.A.
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
Public Participation Form: Fern McClaugherty.
Ms. McClaugherty questions what the County does to help the voting turn out. She informs the Court the County has 370,000 plus registered voters but many do not show up to vote. She stated something needs to be done to get the people out to vote.
Elections Administrator, Yvonne Ramon, is in agreement with Ms. McClaughtery. She recognizes it is not enough to just register to vote we need to be accountable for voting as well. She stated her department is very active in exposing the public of the need to vote. She stated the department is very active on social media so as to keep the public informed. However she recognizes that alone is not enough to get voters to come out.
The Court moved to item 11.A.
Attachments:
B.
AI-72411
Recognition of Health and Human Services Department for receiving a Gold-level certificate, the highest recognition by the Texas Healthy Communities Program for its efforts to reduce cardiovascular disease, stroke, and other chronic diseases.
Health and Human Services Chief Officer, Eddie Olivarez, acknowledges Mr. Rick Salinas who is responsible for this recognition. There are currently 19 out of the 21 municipalities with nonsmoking and vaping ordinances due to a partnership from Mr. Salians and the Heart Association. Mr. Salinas was presented with a plaque in recognition of this achievement.
Health and Human Services Chief Officer, Eddie Olivarez, acknowledges Mr. Rick Salinas who is responsible for this recognition. There are currently 19 out of the 21 municipalities with nonsmoking and vaping ordinances due to a partnership from Mr. Salians and the Heart Association. Mr. Salinas was presented with a plaque in recognition of this achievement.
Attachments:
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-72380
DA-Domestic Violence Unit Grant (DVU)(1281):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for all employees currently being paid by the Domestic Violence Unit Grant Grant pending award of the 2019-2020 grant.
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
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for all employees currently being paid by the Domestic Violence Unit Grant Grant pending award of the 2019-2020 grant.
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:
B.
AI-72384
DA-Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281):
1. Approval to accept the Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $79,294.96, effective 09/01/2019 thru 08/31/2020.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY 2019 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of same.
Vote is for item 1-2.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to accept the Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $79,294.96, effective 09/01/2019 thru 08/31/2020.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY 2019 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of same.
Vote is for item 1-2.
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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
C.
AI-72365
DA-Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) (1281):
Approval and authorization for County Judge to sign the Inventory Report 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval and authorization for County Judge to sign the Inventory Report 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-72376
DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for all employees currently being paid by the Victim Assistance Program Grant pending award of the 2019-2021 grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for all employees currently being paid by the Victim Assistance Program Grant pending award of the 2019-2021 grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-72379
DA-Victims Unit Court Advocate Program Grant (VUCAP)(1281):
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for all employees currently being paid by the Victims Unit Court Advocate Program Grant pending award of the 2019-2020 grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval to continue the payment of salaries for all employees currently being paid by the Victims Unit Court Advocate Program Grant pending award of the 2019-2020 grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-72199
DA's Title IV-E (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of amendment to the Title IV-E Contract #24738247 (Legal Services) between the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and Hidalgo County.
2. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020.
3. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents (as listed):
a. Contract Amendment
b. Budget
c. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)
d. Signature Authority Designation Form
Vote is for items 1-3 a,b,c,d
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Discussion, consideration and approval of amendment to the Title IV-E Contract #24738247 (Legal Services) between the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and Hidalgo County.
2. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020.
3. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents (as listed):
a. Contract Amendment
b. Budget
c. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA)
d. Signature Authority Designation Form
Vote is for items 1-3 a,b,c,d
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
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-72347
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Elena Zermeno, student at Our Lady of the Lake University as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of October 2019 to December 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
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
Attachments:
B.
AI-72383
FY 2019 JAG Program (1282):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2019 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Award in the amount of $45,332.00.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2019 JAG Grant and appropriation of same.
Vote is for item 1-2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 –Unanimously
1. Approval to accept the FY 2019 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Award in the amount of $45,332.00.
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2019 JAG Grant and appropriation of same.
Vote is for item 1-2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 –Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-72448
Sheriff's Office OCDETF (1284):
1. Approval of FY20 Overtime Agreement between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
2. Approval to request OCDETF OT funds in the amount of 18,649.00.
3. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as local official, to sign agreement form and related documents.
Vote is for item 1-3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of FY20 Overtime Agreement between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
2. Approval to request OCDETF OT funds in the amount of 18,649.00.
3. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as local official, to sign agreement form and related documents.
Vote is for item 1-3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-72396
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Ruben Jaramillo & Arnulfo Torres as a Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code §86.011.
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
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
B.
AI-72354
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Gilberto Sanchez as Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, 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. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
9.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No action to be taken on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra update the Court on the elevators in the building; all parts were received and maintenance was completed. All elevators are currently operational.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
No action to be taken on this item.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra update the Court on the elevators in the building; all parts were received and maintenance was completed. All elevators are currently operational.
B.
AI-72456
Discussion, consideration and action authorizing Commissioner David L. Fuentes and Commissioner Ellie Torres to submit comments to the Texas General Land Office regarding the State of Texas Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant Mitigation Funds.
Commissioner David Fuentes informs the Court this action item authorizes him and Commissioner Torres to act on behalf of the County for drainage infrastructure during next weeks public hearing.
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
Commissioner David Fuentes informs the Court this action item authorizes him and Commissioner Torres to act on behalf of the County for drainage infrastructure during next weeks public hearing.
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
C.
AI-72420
Approval to designate members to the Hidalgo County Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization - Technical Advisory Committee.
No action taken on this item.
No action taken on this item.
D.
AI-72423
Progress Update on RGV-MPO
No meeting was held for the month. No action taken on this item.
No meeting was held for the month. No action taken on this item.
10.
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. 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
B.
AI-72358
Criminal District Attorney (1100)/ DA CCP59 (1223):
Approval to award discretionary step 3 to employee hired under slot no. 080-007-0137, Assistant District Attorney II after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, 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
The Court moved to item 5.A.
Approval to award discretionary step 3 to employee hired under slot no. 080-007-0137, Assistant District Attorney II after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, 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
The Court moved to item 5.A.
Attachments:
11.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-72301
Discussion/Approval to Submit the Following 2020 Budget Applications:
a. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
b. Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
Executive Director, Teresa Flores, informs the Court of funds obtained for the Head Start Program. The money will be used to purchase 10 buses.
The department applied for funds at the beginning of the year. The program was allotted $27,389,796 for program operations and $322,586 for technical assistance and Head Start is responsible for a 20% match. The 20% match is $6,917,096. There was also a 6% increase in insurance ($298,921); however the amount allotted was not increased. Therefore; the program realigned positions and cut positions to allocate deficient funds. They also partnered up with local schools to house some of the programs to offset the $298,921 deficiency. The Texas Department Agriculture also allotted $3,487,655 to feed the children in the program.
Commissioner David Fuentes commends the program for the partnerships it has created with the local schools. He recognizes the impact this will have on the children. He also congratulates the program for balancing its budget.
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
a. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
b. Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA)
Executive Director, Teresa Flores, informs the Court of funds obtained for the Head Start Program. The money will be used to purchase 10 buses.
The department applied for funds at the beginning of the year. The program was allotted $27,389,796 for program operations and $322,586 for technical assistance and Head Start is responsible for a 20% match. The 20% match is $6,917,096. There was also a 6% increase in insurance ($298,921); however the amount allotted was not increased. Therefore; the program realigned positions and cut positions to allocate deficient funds. They also partnered up with local schools to house some of the programs to offset the $298,921 deficiency. The Texas Department Agriculture also allotted $3,487,655 to feed the children in the program.
Commissioner David Fuentes commends the program for the partnerships it has created with the local schools. He recognizes the impact this will have on the children. He also congratulates the program for balancing its budget.
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:
B.
AI-72298
Discussion/Approval of the 2018-2019 Program Information Report (PIR)
This report reflects the staff, parents that are hired, educational levels of the parents and staff, and services provided.
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 report reflects the staff, parents that are hired, educational levels of the parents and staff, and services provided.
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:
C.
AI-72300
Discussion/Approval of the Training and Technical Assistance (T-TA) Plan
This plan reflects where the allotted $300,000 will be allocated.
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
This plan reflects where the allotted $300,000 will be allocated.
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:
12.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-72349
Adult Probation - RSAT (1289)
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the RSAT grant for FY 2020.
2. Approval of resolution for the RSAT grant with authority for County Judge to sign resolution appointing Mr. Arnold K. Patrick as authorized official.
Vote is for item 1-2
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the RSAT grant for FY 2020.
2. Approval of resolution for the RSAT grant with authority for County Judge to sign resolution appointing Mr. Arnold K. Patrick as authorized official.
Vote is for item 1-2
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:
13.
IT Department:
A.
AI-72369
Authorization and approval to purchase a new wireless device and change the service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
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
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
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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
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
Attachments:
14.
WIC:
A.
AI-72027
1. WIC ADMIN-Program 001-(1292):
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount $9,100,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting.
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
2. WIC BF-Program 002-(1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $821,302.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 BF Peer Counselor Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
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. WIC Registered Dietitian - Program 012-(1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $60,000 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 Registered Dietitian Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
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
4. WIC Lactation Service Centers - Program 017- (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $289,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC Lactation Service Centers and appropriation of the same.
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
5. WIC Summer Food Program Extra Funding - Program 020- (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $22,580.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
Summer Food Program and appropriation of the same.
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
6. WIC TXIN IT Support Funding & TXIN Internet Funding- Program 022 (1292):
a. Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $124,200.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
TXIN IT Support Funding and appropriation of the same.
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
b. Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $$33,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
TXIN Internet Funding and appropriation of the same.
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
7. WIC SNAP BF Extra Funding - Program 025 (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $15,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
Snap BF Extra Funding and appropriation of the same.
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 Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount $9,100,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting.
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
2. WIC BF-Program 002-(1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount of $821,302.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 BF Peer Counselor Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
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. WIC Registered Dietitian - Program 012-(1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $60,000 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 Registered Dietitian Program Grant and appropriation of the same.
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
4. WIC Lactation Service Centers - Program 017- (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $289,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC Lactation Service Centers and appropriation of the same.
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
5. WIC Summer Food Program Extra Funding - Program 020- (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $22,580.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
Summer Food Program and appropriation of the same.
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
6. WIC TXIN IT Support Funding & TXIN Internet Funding- Program 022 (1292):
a. Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $124,200.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
TXIN IT Support Funding and appropriation of the same.
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
b. Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $$33,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
TXIN Internet Funding and appropriation of the same.
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
7. WIC SNAP BF Extra Funding - Program 025 (1292):
Approval of Certification of Revenues in the amount of $15,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 20 WIC
Snap BF Extra Funding and appropriation of the same.
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-72260
Approval of one-time payment equivalent to one-step increase for eligible employees in compliance with CCP Plan due to lack of funding for the Grant fiscal year 2020 and authority for County Treasurer to process
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 –Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 –Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-72392
Appointment of Member by County Judge to the Hidalgo County Subdivision Advisory Board & Hidalgo County Board of Building Line Adjustment
Judge Richard Cortez informs the Court the previously appointed member declined so he will appoint Mr. Padilla.
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
The Court moved to agenda item. 17.B.
Judge Richard Cortez informs the Court the previously appointed member declined so he will appoint Mr. Padilla.
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
The Court moved to agenda item. 17.B.
16.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores:
A.
AI-72311
Resolution in Honor of Maria L. Benavides.
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
The Court moved to item 5.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court moved to item 5.B.
Attachments:
17.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-72265
Approval of order setting the 2019 Hidalgo County Tax Rates as follows:
1. Total Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate
2. Total Debt Service Tax Rate
3. Total Ad Valorem Tax Rate
Participation Form: Gustavo Bravo
Mr. Gustavo Chapa would like for the Court to run the County budget lean. He would also like for taxes to be lowered in the County.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu motions to adopt the tax rate of .5750% per $100 value. The tax rate consists of a Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate of .5036 per $100 value and a Debt Service rate of .0714 per $100 value and that is a half cent tax deduction.
The record vote is for items 1-3
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Roll Call Vote: 5 - 0 –Unanimously
The Court moved to agenda item 17.C.
1. Total Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate
2. Total Debt Service Tax Rate
3. Total Ad Valorem Tax Rate
Participation Form: Gustavo Bravo
Mr. Gustavo Chapa would like for the Court to run the County budget lean. He would also like for taxes to be lowered in the County.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu motions to adopt the tax rate of .5750% per $100 value. The tax rate consists of a Maintenance and Operations Tax Rate of .5036 per $100 value and a Debt Service rate of .0714 per $100 value and that is a half cent tax deduction.
The record vote is for items 1-3
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Roll Call Vote: 5 - 0 –Unanimously
The Court moved to agenda item 17.C.
Attachments:
B.
AI-72263
1. Public Hearing on the 2020 Proposed Budget as per Texas Local Government Code 111.067
Judge Richard Cortez opens the public hearing at 2:55 p.m. for comments. Sergio Cruz informs the Court the proposed budget was filed last week in the amount of $220,331,006 including a special revenues fund budget in the amount of $22,748,233, debt service funds of $28,333,196, enterprise funds budget of $37,178,360 for a total county wide budget of $308,590,795.
Participation Forms: Maria Romero, Sareth Garcia, Eva Luz Dominguez, and Fern McClaugherty.
Maria Romero and Sareth Garcia, from LUPE, presents the Court with a chart of the budget expenditure. They are concerned with the way the money is being distributed; with the majority of the money going to jails. They want to see a reduction of money allocated to the jail systems. They want more money to be allocated to infrastructure and community services. Eva Luz Domiguez, from ARISE, comes before the Court requesting money in the amount of $500,000 which is the equivalent of .023% of the allotted amount for the county. They would also like for two colonias from each precinct to be provided with lighting a year. Fern McClaugherty suggests the County do a hiring freeze as well as a freeze on raises throughout the County. She warns the Court if they give ARISE and LUPE the requested $500,000 to be ready to provide other groups with the same amounts. Martha Sanchez, from LUPE, clarifies that the organizations are not requesting money for the organization but rather for the community that it belongs to. Judge Richard Cortez closed the public hearing at 3:10 p.m.
2. Discussion, consideration and action on changes and corrections to the 2019 Proposed Budget
Sergio Cruz informs the Court their are no changes to the budget since the last presentation.
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 set salaries, allowances and other compensation for Fiscal Year 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
4. Approval of Hidalgo County pay tables.
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
5. Adoption of the 2020 Annual Budget at the departmental level.
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
The Court moved to agenda item 17.A.
Judge Richard Cortez opens the public hearing at 2:55 p.m. for comments. Sergio Cruz informs the Court the proposed budget was filed last week in the amount of $220,331,006 including a special revenues fund budget in the amount of $22,748,233, debt service funds of $28,333,196, enterprise funds budget of $37,178,360 for a total county wide budget of $308,590,795.
Participation Forms: Maria Romero, Sareth Garcia, Eva Luz Dominguez, and Fern McClaugherty.
Maria Romero and Sareth Garcia, from LUPE, presents the Court with a chart of the budget expenditure. They are concerned with the way the money is being distributed; with the majority of the money going to jails. They want to see a reduction of money allocated to the jail systems. They want more money to be allocated to infrastructure and community services. Eva Luz Domiguez, from ARISE, comes before the Court requesting money in the amount of $500,000 which is the equivalent of .023% of the allotted amount for the county. They would also like for two colonias from each precinct to be provided with lighting a year. Fern McClaugherty suggests the County do a hiring freeze as well as a freeze on raises throughout the County. She warns the Court if they give ARISE and LUPE the requested $500,000 to be ready to provide other groups with the same amounts. Martha Sanchez, from LUPE, clarifies that the organizations are not requesting money for the organization but rather for the community that it belongs to. Judge Richard Cortez closed the public hearing at 3:10 p.m.
2. Discussion, consideration and action on changes and corrections to the 2019 Proposed Budget
Sergio Cruz informs the Court their are no changes to the budget since the last presentation.
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 set salaries, allowances and other compensation for Fiscal Year 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
4. Approval of Hidalgo County pay tables.
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
5. Adoption of the 2020 Annual Budget at the departmental level.
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
The Court moved to agenda item 17.A.
Attachments:
C.
AI-72361
Texas VINE Grant (1283):
Approval to submit the FY 2019 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $7,136.71 (4th quarter) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with the authority for the County Judge to sign the required documents.
Commissioner David Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
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 to submit the FY 2019 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $7,136.71 (4th quarter) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with the authority for the County Judge to sign the required documents.
Commissioner David Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
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:
D.
AI-72385
Title IV-E Child Welfare Services (1100):
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #24738252) for October 1, 2019 - September 30, 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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval for County Judge to sign required documents.
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
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #24738252) for October 1, 2019 - September 30, 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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval for County Judge to sign required documents.
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:
E.
AI-72439
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
Approval of correction to agenda item# 71939 to correct the slot number for created position from 080-002 Slot# 0169 to Slot# 0172.
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 correction to agenda item# 71939 to correct the slot number for created position from 080-002 Slot# 0169 to Slot# 0172.
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
F.
AI-72437
Various Departments:
Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
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
Approval of salary schedule changes as per Exhibit A in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
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
G.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-72447
General Fund (1100):
Approval of 2019 appropriation of General Fund new source of revenue, as certified by the Co. Auditor on September 3, 2019, in the amount of $879,700.00 to fund various operating accounts.
Correction to amount $858,189.
Public Participation Form: Fern McClaugherty
Fern McClaugherty would like to know who the new source of revenues is coming from. Sergio Cruz informs the Court the revenues came from Sanitation Permit fees.
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
Commissioner David Fuentes joined the meeting.
Approval of 2019 appropriation of General Fund new source of revenue, as certified by the Co. Auditor on September 3, 2019, in the amount of $879,700.00 to fund various operating accounts.
Correction to amount $858,189.
Public Participation Form: Fern McClaugherty
Fern McClaugherty would like to know who the new source of revenues is coming from. Sergio Cruz informs the Court the revenues came from Sanitation Permit fees.
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
Commissioner David Fuentes joined the meeting.
Attachments:
18.
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-72460
A. Pursuant to Notice provided to the public, presentation of scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners Court of the firms graded and evaluated by the Evaluation Committee for the submissions of RFP/Q: 2019-103-09-16-BRO for the Legal Services for the Collection of Delinquent Court Fees, Fines, and Related Costs.
Public Participation Form: Fern McClaugherty
Fern McClaugherty would like to know who did the grading.
Legal Council, Josephine Ramirez, informs the Court the Evaluation Committee was appointed thru a previous Commissioners Court meeting. Commissioner Ellie Torres stated the Court had named the Chiefs to the Committee for purposes of grading.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Authority to negotiate with No. 1 ranked firm, Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins, & Mott, LLP for a fair and reasonable fee for the purpose of entering a contract for legal services pursuant to Government Code 2254 and Article 103.0031 of the Code of Criminal Procedure with selected well qualified law firm on the basis of demonstrated competence, qualifications and experience in requested legal services.
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
| Evaluator 1 | Evaluator 2 | Evaluator 3 | Evaluator 4 | Evaluator 5 | TOTAL COUNT of 1st Place |
TOTAL COUNT of 2nd Place |
|
| Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
Public Participation Form: Fern McClaugherty
Fern McClaugherty would like to know who did the grading.
Legal Council, Josephine Ramirez, informs the Court the Evaluation Committee was appointed thru a previous Commissioners Court meeting. Commissioner Ellie Torres stated the Court had named the Chiefs to the Committee for purposes of grading.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Authority to negotiate with No. 1 ranked firm, Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins, & Mott, LLP for a fair and reasonable fee for the purpose of entering a contract for legal services pursuant to Government Code 2254 and Article 103.0031 of the Code of Criminal Procedure with selected well qualified law firm on the basis of demonstrated competence, qualifications and experience in requested legal services.
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.
AI-72357
Acceptance and approval of the final negotiated contract with BLX Group LLC (ranked #1-CC- 08/20/2019 - AI#71863) for RFP 2019-109 titled: Arbitrage Calculation Services for Hidalgo County.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 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:
3.
AI-72425
Presentation by Mr. Timothy Foster regarding Pharmacy Benefits Management Analysis
No action to be taken on this item.
No action to be taken on this item.
4.
AI-72410
Discussion, consideration and action to appoint/designate additional members to the Evaluation Committee [CC action 09-10-19] for the RFP project numbered and titled: RFP - 2019-221-10-02-YSS "Consulting Services for Self Funded Insurance Group Health"
No action to be taken on this item.
No action to be taken on this item.
Attachments:
5.
AI-72428
1. Pursuant to Commissioners Court directive/request, presentations by three (3) providers [as recommended by Evaluation Committee] for RFP titled: Hidalgo County Third Party Administration, Individual Stop Loss for Self-funded Medical Plan" to make a ten (10) minute presentation limited to the contents of submitted Proposal Response, with Q & A by Commissioners Court Members.
2. Presentation/discussion by Self-Funded Medical Plan Consultant
No action to be taken on items 1 and 2.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu questions why this item is on the agenda again without an action item. Commissioner David Fuentes asks Commissioner Ellie Torres if she would still like the Insurance companies to hold a brief presentation. Commissioner Ellie Torres would still like a 10 min presentation from the top 3 vendors. Judge Richard Cortez asks for a Special Session on Thursday to work out this agenda item. Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu requests for this item to be added into a Workshop before next weeks Special Session meeting; the court agrees on Workshop with Special Session.
2. Presentation/discussion by Self-Funded Medical Plan Consultant
No action to be taken on items 1 and 2.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu questions why this item is on the agenda again without an action item. Commissioner David Fuentes asks Commissioner Ellie Torres if she would still like the Insurance companies to hold a brief presentation. Commissioner Ellie Torres would still like a 10 min presentation from the top 3 vendors. Judge Richard Cortez asks for a Special Session on Thursday to work out this agenda item. Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu requests for this item to be added into a Workshop before next weeks Special Session meeting; the court agrees on Workshop with Special Session.
6.
AI-72268
Presentation of qualified vendor submitting the sole and best bid for the purpose of award and approval of the contract # C-19-120-09-24 to the sole vendor submitting a bid while meeting specifications for: Hidalgo County “SS-1 Emulsified Asphalt and Delivery 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: 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:
B.
Elections Department:
1.
AI-72346
Presentation of bids received and to award to Information Management Solutions, LLC. the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and approval of contract for RFB #2019-250-09-24-ABV for bid titled: "Printing and Mass Mail Out of Voter Registration Cards 2019".
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
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:
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-72259
Requesting approval of final negotiated contract with Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC as it relates to On-Call Professional Engineering Services on as needed basis for projects located in Precinct #1 [CC action 07-30-19 R-AI# 71469].
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:
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-72367
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. 2019-264-09-05-RFV, "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project."
| Submitting Vendor | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 1 | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 2 | Recommendation by Evaluator No. 3 | Sum of Evaluator Scores | Final Places for CC Rank |
| Erickson Construction | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Holchemont LTD | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| NM Contracting | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 3 |
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
B. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate an agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of Erickson Construction for North San Juan Park Swimming Pool Project.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
District Clerk
1.
AI-72350
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under TxLGC Chapter 262.024 (a)(4), a personal services;
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. Acceptance of the proposed scope of services and fee schedule from Judith Branham with authority to enter into a personal services contract [drafted by Office of DA's, Civil Litigation Division with final approval by same prior to execution] for Domestic Relations Office (DRO) for Hidalgo County District Clerks.
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
B. Acceptance of the proposed scope of services and fee schedule from Judith Branham with authority to enter into a personal services contract [drafted by Office of DA's, Civil Litigation Division with final approval by same prior to execution] for Domestic Relations Office (DRO) for Hidalgo County District Clerks.
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:
F.
WIC
1.
AI-72412
Requesting approval for the purchase of Camera Systems, Installation & Accessories from "Telepro Communications" through HC membership/participation in the following Cooperative Purchasing Programs (subject to HB1295 compliance when/if applicable):
| Requisition | Department | Co-op/Contract | Contract | Description | Amount |
| 00401599 | WIC | Buyboard | 579-19 | Installation & Accessories | $65,407.82 |
| 00401526 | WIC | National IPA | R170501 | Cameras & Accessories | $79,947.40 |
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:
G.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-72387
Approval of final Interlocal Cooperation Agreement/Document between Hidalgo County and City of Weslaco to provide commercial waste pickup and disposal services to the Hidalgo County Benito Bravo East-Side Sub Station.
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
Attachments:
19.
Open Forum
Fern McClaugherty is requesting for the County to collect the delinquent taxes instead of outsourcing them. She has concerns with the $500,000 being requested for lighting infrastructure. She informs the Court this infrastructure will impact the colonias by raising the taxes that they already can not afford to pay. She does not agree with money being redirected from the jails for more lighting infrastructure as was earlier suggested by LUPE and ARISE.
Fern McClaugherty is requesting for the County to collect the delinquent taxes instead of outsourcing them. She has concerns with the $500,000 being requested for lighting infrastructure. She informs the Court this infrastructure will impact the colonias by raising the taxes that they already can not afford to pay. She does not agree with money being redirected from the jails for more lighting infrastructure as was earlier suggested by LUPE and ARISE.
Attachments:
20.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 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. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Pending and/or potential litigation
B.
Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code.
C.
AI-72342
Civil Action No. 7:18-cv-00265; Roberto Leal, et al v. Homero Jasso, in his individual and official capacities as J.P. of Hidalgo Co. & Hidalgo County
D.
AI-72329
Claim of Armando Lopez
E.
AI-72355
Claim of Pierre Garza
21.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
No action to be taken on these items.
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
No action to be taken on these items.
22.
Open Session:
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
Commissioner Ellie Torres did not return from Executive Session.
No action taken on this item.
Commissioner Ellie Torres did not return from Executive Session.
No action taken on this item.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation
No action to be taken on this item.
No action to be taken on this item.
C.
AI-72343
Civil Action No. 7:18-cv-00265; Roberto Leal, et al v. Homero Jasso, in his individual and official capacities as J.P. of Hidalgo Co. & Hidalgo County
Valde Guerra requested for settlement to be made in the amount of $165,000.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested for settlement to be made in the amount of $165,000.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
D.
AI-72330
Claim of Armando Lopez
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $180.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $180.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
E.
AI-72356
Claim of Pierre Garza
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make a full settlement offer in the amount of $37,500.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make a full settlement offer in the amount of $37,500.
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
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
24.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
25.
Adjourn
Workshop scheduled for 9:30 a.m. and Commissioner Court at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday October 3, 2019.
Judge Richard Cortez adjourned the meeting 4:16 p.m.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Workshop scheduled for 9:30 a.m. and Commissioner Court at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday October 3, 2019.
Judge Richard Cortez adjourned the meeting 4:16 p.m.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 24th day of September, 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 September 24, 2019.
Signed this 24th day of September 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 24th day of September, 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 September 24, 2019.
Signed this 24th day of September 2019
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Melissa S. Montalvo, Deputy