SPECIAL MEETING - December 30, 2019
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 30th day of December 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 December 30, 2019 10:00 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 (Audio Reference 5m:40s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 5m:54s)
Veteran Robert E. Henry led the Court in the Pledge of Allegiance. He served in the Air Force from August 1970 to August 1996.
Veteran Robert E. Henry led the Court in the Pledge of Allegiance. He served in the Air Force from August 1970 to August 1996.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 6m:39s)
The Prayer was offered by Misti Palacios.
The Prayer was offered by Misti Palacios.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 7m:15s)
Valde Guerra asked to pull Items 9.A and 9.B.from the Consent agenda.
Court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
Valde Guerra asked to pull Items 9.A and 9.B.from the Consent agenda.
Court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
5.
Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
A.
AI-73723
Discussion, consideration and action to extend the deadline of tax refund request, provided by Subsection (c) for the following, pursuant to Section 31.11 of Property Tax Code Subsection (c-1): (Audio Reference 7m:59s)
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
Legal aid, Victor Garza made a recommendation that the Court approve a two year extension, in which the Court agreed.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 5.A. and the two year extension.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
| Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| I4010.01.000.0003.00 | Lereta, LLC | $4,798.36 |
Commissioner Flores stepped away from the meeting.
Legal aid, Victor Garza made a recommendation that the Court approve a two year extension, in which the Court agreed.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 5.A. and the two year extension.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
District Attorney:
A.
AI-73720
1. DA Check Fraud (1222): (Audio Reference 9m:04s)
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-Check Fraud (1222) budget.
2. DA- Investigation HB 65 Ch. 59 (1223):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-CCP 59 (1223) budget.
3. DA Pre-Trial (1225):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-Pretrial (1225) budget.
4. DA-US Justice (1256):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-US Justice (1256) budget.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 6.A. 1 - 4
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-Check Fraud (1222) budget.
2. DA- Investigation HB 65 Ch. 59 (1223):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-CCP 59 (1223) budget.
3. DA Pre-Trial (1225):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-Pretrial (1225) budget.
4. DA-US Justice (1256):
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds for the DA-US Justice (1256) budget.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 6.A. 1 - 4
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following: (Audio Reference 9m:50s)
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Item 7.A 1 & 2
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Item 7.A 1 & 2
B.
AI-73795
Approval to accept settlement check from United Services Automobile Association in the amount of $6,557.39 to settle damages to County light pole and palm tree. (Precinct 2 Walking Trail) (Audio Reference 9m:57s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 7.B
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 7.B
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
8.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (if applicable) for personnel items listed
A Public Participation Form was submitted by Ms. Fern McClaugherty on this item.
Ms. Fern McClaughtery asked the Court to further elaborate on the meaning of the positions and salaries listed. In which, Mr. Raul Silguero explained that it is a list of 400 classified positions and the salaries. He further stated that these positions may or may not be filled.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
A Public Participation Form was submitted by Ms. Fern McClaugherty on this item.
Ms. Fern McClaughtery asked the Court to further elaborate on the meaning of the positions and salaries listed. In which, Mr. Raul Silguero explained that it is a list of 400 classified positions and the salaries. He further stated that these positions may or may not be filled.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI-73773
Approval of the following personnel actions, as per Exhibit A, effective 01/01/2020. (Audio Reference 13m:45s)
Public participant Ms. Fern McClaughtery acknowledged that Mr. Silguero's answer to her question on Item 8.A was suffice for Item 8.B as well.
Mr. Silguero stated for the record that PCT. 1 requested that no action be taken on the two stated positions for PCT. 1 for further review.
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.B
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Public participant Ms. Fern McClaughtery acknowledged that Mr. Silguero's answer to her question on Item 8.A was suffice for Item 8.B as well.
Mr. Silguero stated for the record that PCT. 1 requested that no action be taken on the two stated positions for PCT. 1 for further review.
Commissioner Flores joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.B
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-73715
Classification and Compensation Plan: (Audio Reference 15m:55s)
1. Approval of the following changes to the classified position inventory list changes effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
1. Approval of the following changes to the classified position inventory list changes effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Current Position Title | Current Grade | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Grade |
| Add | - | - | Coordinator III, Wellness Program | 13 |
| Title Change | Coordinator I, Wellness Program | 11 | Coordinator II, Wellness Program | 11 |
| Add | - | - | Economic Development Director | 19 |
| Add | - | - | Records Management Specialist | 07 |
| Add | - | - | Public Information Specialist III | 14 |
| Re-grade | First Assistant Public Defender | 17 | First Assistant Public Defender | 19 |
| Re-grade | Assistant Director, Purchasing Department | 18 | Assistant Director, Purchasing Department | 19 |
| Re-grade | Assistant Director, Human Resources | 18 | Assistant Director, Human Resources | 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 on Item 8.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-73777
DA CCP59 (1223)/ DA Civil Litigation (1100)/ DA Bond Forfeiture Commissions (1100):
Approval of the following personnel related actions, effective 01/01/2020: (Audio Reference 18m:21s)
Commissioner Ellie Torres abstained from any discussion and/or action.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.D
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel related actions, effective 01/01/2020: (Audio Reference 18m:21s)
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Auto Allowance | Proposed Auto Allowance |
| Create | 080-007 | TBD | Attorney V | 21 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| 080-013 | TBD | $0.00 | $4,000.00 | |||
| 080-016 | TBD | $0.00 | $0.00 | |||
| Increase Supplemental | 080-007 | 0196 | Attorney V | 21 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| 080-013 | 0001 | $2,000.00 | $4,000.00 | |||
| 080-016 | 0015 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Commissioner Ellie Torres abstained from any discussion and/or action.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.D
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-73789
Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200): (Audio Reference 19m:13s)
Approval to create four (4) temporary full-time positions for 13 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 03/31/2020, as follows:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval to create four (4) temporary full-time positions for 13 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 03/31/2020, as follows:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 121-005 | TBD | Maintenance I | 03 |
| Create | 121-005 | TBD | Maintenance I | 03 |
| Create | 121-005 | TBD | Maintenance I | 03 |
| Create | 121-005 | TBD | Maintenance I | 03 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-73776
Pct. 4 Road Maintenance (1200): (Audio Reference 20m 24s)
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 124-007 | 0040 | Maintenance II | 05 |
| Create | 124-007 | TBD | Equipment Operator II | 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 on Item 8.F.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-73765
Justice of the Peace Pct. 4/ Pl. 1 (1100): (Audio Reference 20m:55s)
1. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 27 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 06/30/2020:
2. Approval for employee no. 7072 to continue employment in Clerk II slot, effective 01/01/2020.
Valde Guerra stated that Ms. Fern McClaughtery's question was answered for this Item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.G 1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 27 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 06/30/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 067-001 | TBD | Clerk II | 03 |
2. Approval for employee no. 7072 to continue employment in Clerk II slot, effective 01/01/2020.
Valde Guerra stated that Ms. Fern McClaughtery's question was answered for this Item.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.G 1 & 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI-73764
DBM - Health Benefits ADM (2201): (Audio Reference 21m:56s)
1. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 13 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 03/31/2020:
2. Approval for employee no. 160555 to continue employment in Clerk I slot, effective 01/01/2020.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.H 1& 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 13 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 03/31/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 115-009 | TBD | Clerk I | 01 |
2. Approval for employee no. 160555 to continue employment in Clerk I slot, effective 01/01/2020.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.H 1& 2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI-73725
Public Defender (1100): (Audio Reference 22m:36s)
1. Approval to award discretionary step 2 to employee no. 234524, Public Defender II after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.I.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval to award discretionary step 3 to employee no. 196673, Director, Public Defender's Office after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval. (Audio Reference 23m:04s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.I.2
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to award discretionary step 2 to employee no. 234524, Public Defender II after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.I.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval to award discretionary step 3 to employee no. 196673, Director, Public Defender's Office after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval. (Audio Reference 23m:04s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.I.2
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
J.
AI-73746
Health Department - T.B. Control (1293): (Audio Reference 23m:28s)
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.J.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
H.D. ADM (1293): (Audio Reference 23m:55s)
2. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 26 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 06/30/2020:
3. Approval for employee no. 44768 to continue employment in Clerk I slot, effective 01/01/2020.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.J.2 & 3
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-008 | 0015 | TB Data Analyst | 12 |
| Create | 340-008 | 0016 | TB Epidemiologist | 13 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.J.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
H.D. ADM (1293): (Audio Reference 23m:55s)
2. Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position for 26 weeks beginning 01/01/2020 and ending 06/30/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 340-005 | T004 | Clerk I | 01 |
3. Approval for employee no. 44768 to continue employment in Clerk I slot, effective 01/01/2020.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.J.2 & 3
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
K.
AI-73735
County Treasurer (1100): (Audio Reference 24m:26s)
Approval fo the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.K
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval fo the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Supplemental | Proposed Supplemental | Net Change |
| Decrease Supplemental | 150-001 | 0002 | Chief Deputy | 19 | $561.00 | $534.00 | ($27.00) |
| Increase Supplemental | 150-001 | 0004 | Supervisor III | 13 | $2,800.00 | $3,500.00 | $700.00 |
| Increase Supplemental | 150-001 | 0005 | Payroll Specialist I | 10 | $2,500.00 | $2,750.00 | $250.00 |
| Add Supplemental | 150-001 | 0006 | Financial Analyst | 13 | $0.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 |
| Decrease Supplemental | 150-001 | 0007 | Cashier III | 08 | $2,344.00 | $1,100.00 | ($1,244.00) |
| Increase Supplemental | 150-001 | 0009 | Payroll Clerk II | 08 | $2,345.00 | $2,750.00 | $405.00 |
| Increase Supplemental | 150-001 | 0010 | Payroll Clerk III | 09 | $2,345.00 | $2,750.00 | $405.00 |
| Decrease Supplemental | 150-001 | 0011 | Cashier II | 06 | $2,345.00 | $1,100.00 | ($1,245.00) |
| Decrease Supplemental | 150-001 | 0012 | Cashier III | 08 | $2,344.00 | $1,100.00 | ($1,244.00) |
| Increase Supplemental | 150-001 | 0015 | Executive Assistant II | 13 | $2,800.00 | $3,500.00 | $700.00 |
| Total | $200.00 | ||||||
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.K
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
L.
AI-73730
County Judge (1100): (Audio Reference 25m:15s)
Approval of the following personnel, effective 01/01/2020:
Ms Fern McClaugherty asked for further explanation of the need for this created position. In which, Valde Guerra stated Hidalgo County currently has an Economic Development Program, and they need an individual to lead the program.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.L.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel, effective 01/01/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 110-081 | 0005 | Economic Development Director | 19 |
Ms Fern McClaugherty asked for further explanation of the need for this created position. In which, Valde Guerra stated Hidalgo County currently has an Economic Development Program, and they need an individual to lead the program.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.L.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
M.
AI-73796
Executive Office (1100): (Audio Reference 26m:43s)
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
Ms. Fern McClaugherty asked the Court for further detail of this position. In which, Valde Guerra stated that since the demand for information requests is at such a high level, they decided to delete a vacant position and create this position to suffice the large volume of daily information requests made by the public.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.M.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 01/01/2020:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 125-001 | 0022 | Administrative Assistant II | 06 |
| Create | 125-001 | 0024 | Public Information Specialist III | 14 |
Ms. Fern McClaugherty asked the Court for further detail of this position. In which, Valde Guerra stated that since the demand for information requests is at such a high level, they decided to delete a vacant position and create this position to suffice the large volume of daily information requests made by the public.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.M.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
N.
AI-73745
Approval to appoint Lucille Martinez as a volunteer/intern under the Hidalgo County Auditor's Office for the period of December 30, 2019 through January 3, 2020. (Audio Reference 28m:25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 8.N.
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 on Item 8.N.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Urban County:
A.
AI-73762
Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Mor-Wil, LLC, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $1,195,327.83. Texas General Land Office 2015 Flood grant funds will be utilized (#18-271-000-A923). (Audio Reference 29m:10s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 9.A.
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 on Item 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-73760
Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Saenz Brothers Construction, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $956,981.00. Texas General Land Office 2015 Flood grant funds will be utilized (#18-271-000-A923). (Audio Reference 29m:43s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 9.B.
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 on Item 9.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
AI-73774
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 8 Round 2 DSRIP Payment and DY 8 Monitoring IGT in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the General Fund (GF) with a transfer date of 1-03-20 and a settlement date of 01-06-20. (Audio Reference 30m:17s)
The amount stated was $1,377,213.56
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 10.A.1.A
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the GF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. (Audio Reference 30m:45s)
No action was taken on Item 10.A.1.B
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the GF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. (Audio Reference 30m:45s)
No action was taken on Item 10.A.1.C
The amount stated was $1,377,213.56
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 10.A.1.A
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the GF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. (Audio Reference 30m:45s)
No action was taken on Item 10.A.1.B
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the GF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. (Audio Reference 30m:45s)
No action was taken on Item 10.A.1.C
Attachments:
11.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-73606
Adult Probation - DWI CRT (1289) (Audio Reference 31m:39s)
November 2019
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $994.00 and appropriation of same
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 11.A
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
November 2019
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $994.00 and appropriation of same
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 11.A
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
12.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-73732
Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Information Security and Privacy Agreement between Texas Department of Housing Community Affairs and the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency with authority for County Judge Richard Cortez to sign all and any documents. (Audio Reference 32m:13s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 12.A.
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 on Item 12.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
13.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-73727
Approval to Enter into the Best and Final Negotiated Contract with Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates in the amount of $25,000.00 for Appraisal Services of the Head Start Facilities (Audio Reference 32m:52s)
The appraisals will be for 28 locations to accumulate in kind amounts for the program's grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 13.A
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The appraisals will be for 28 locations to accumulate in kind amounts for the program's grant.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 13.A
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
14.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-73757
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request (Audio Reference 34m:16s)
a. Pedraza Estates Subdivision- Pct.3 (Rodolfo Pedraza) (Moorefield Road & Lucky “I” Street)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the subdivision.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, Moorefield Road and Lucky “I” Street are paved
Commissioner 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 on Item 14.A.1.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 24 Subdivision- Pct.4 (J.Gary Frisby) (Cesar Chavez Road & Mile 19 North Road)
No. of Lots: 110 Single Family
Estimated number of streetlights: 21
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Cesar Chavez Road and 5 internal streets to be paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.1.B
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Preliminary Approval
a. Villarreal Estates Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Francisca R. Villarreal) (Moorefield Road & Lucky “I” Street)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the subdivision.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s
Paved: Yes, Moorefield Road and Lucky “I” Street are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.2.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. San Lucio No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (WSW Land Dev., Tillmin Welch) (Dillon Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 14 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch and discharging into existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s
Paved: Yes, Dillon Road and Trenton Road are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.2.B
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Sedona Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Development) (Sioux Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 135 Single Family
Estimated number of streetlights: 16
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Sioux Road is paved and 5 internals streets to be paved.
Commissioner Fuentes joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.2.C
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Final Approval
a. Del Rey Estates Unit 3 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Canton Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 211 Single Family,23 Commercial
Streetlights: 45
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Canton Road, Alamo Road and 7 internal streets are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.3.A
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
b. San Lucio No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch [Buena Tierra Holdings, LLC.]) (Trenton Road & Dillon Road)
No. of Lots: 103 Single Family
Streetlights: 21
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road and 5 internal streets are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.3.B
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Midway Country Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (La Cuesta Del Sol Dev., LTD.) (Mile 10 North Road & Mile 6 ½ West Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
Streetlights: 14
Flood Zone:X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been escrowed.
*Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 101188694-1 in the amount of $72,380.00 for 44 OSSF’s.
Paved: Yes, Mile 10 North Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.4.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
a. Pedraza Estates Subdivision- Pct.3 (Rodolfo Pedraza) (Moorefield Road & Lucky “I” Street)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the subdivision.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, Moorefield Road and Lucky “I” Street are paved
Commissioner 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 on Item 14.A.1.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 24 Subdivision- Pct.4 (J.Gary Frisby) (Cesar Chavez Road & Mile 19 North Road)
No. of Lots: 110 Single Family
Estimated number of streetlights: 21
Flood Zone: X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Cesar Chavez Road and 5 internal streets to be paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.1.B
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Preliminary Approval
a. Villarreal Estates Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Francisca R. Villarreal) (Moorefield Road & Lucky “I” Street)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch fronting the subdivision.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s
Paved: Yes, Moorefield Road and Lucky “I” Street are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.2.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
b. San Lucio No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (WSW Land Dev., Tillmin Welch) (Dillon Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 14 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading the road side ditch and discharging into existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s
Paved: Yes, Dillon Road and Trenton Road are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.2.B
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Sedona Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Development) (Sioux Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 135 Single Family
Estimated number of streetlights: 16
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Sioux Road is paved and 5 internals streets to be paved.
Commissioner Fuentes joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.2.C
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Final Approval
a. Del Rey Estates Unit 3 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Kyndel W. Bennett) (Canton Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 211 Single Family,23 Commercial
Streetlights: 45
Flood Zone: B
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Canton Road, Alamo Road and 7 internal streets are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.3.A
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
b. San Lucio No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch [Buena Tierra Holdings, LLC.]) (Trenton Road & Dillon Road)
No. of Lots: 103 Single Family
Streetlights: 21
Flood Zone: C
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road and 5 internal streets are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.3.B
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
4. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Midway Country Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (La Cuesta Del Sol Dev., LTD.) (Mile 10 North Road & Mile 6 ½ West Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
Streetlights: 14
Flood Zone:X
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s have been escrowed.
*Final Approval with Letter of Credit No. 101188694-1 in the amount of $72,380.00 for 44 OSSF’s.
Paved: Yes, Mile 10 North Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 14.A.4.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-73788
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 3 for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Road/Arena Drive Road Project. (Audio Reference 39m:29s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 15.A.
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 on Item 15.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
16.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-73782
2020 Budget Process: (Audio Reference 39m:57s)
1. Approval to designate the Budget Officer, subject to conditions and directions provided by Commissioners' Court, to transfer amount from certain budgeted items to other budgeted items as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070 (c)(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 on Item 16.A.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval to designate General Fund, Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds as the salary fund for their respective accounts as per Texas Local Government Code Section 154.042. (Audio Reference 40m:27s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.A.2
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to designate the Budget Officer, subject to conditions and directions provided by Commissioners' Court, to transfer amount from certain budgeted items to other budgeted items as per Texas Local Government Code Section 111.070 (c)(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 on Item 16.A.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval to designate General Fund, Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds as the salary fund for their respective accounts as per Texas Local Government Code Section 154.042. (Audio Reference 40m:27s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.A.2
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-73747
1. Approval and acceptance of Order dated October 24, 2019 setting salary of County Auditor, Assistant Auditors, and Budget of the County Auditor for 2020. (Audio Reference 41m:20s)
Public participant Ms Fern McClaugherty questioned the $15,100.00, in which Judge Cortez replied that the Board of Judges noted that her salary was substantially lower than other auditors that provided the same services, and therefore the Board of Judges decided in favor of the pay increase.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.B.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval and acceptance of Order dated October 24, 2019 setting salary of Court Reporters for 2020. (Audio Reference 42m:52s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.B.2
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of interdepartmental and intradepartmental transfers. (Audio Reference 43m:06s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.B.3
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Public participant Ms Fern McClaugherty questioned the $15,100.00, in which Judge Cortez replied that the Board of Judges noted that her salary was substantially lower than other auditors that provided the same services, and therefore the Board of Judges decided in favor of the pay increase.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.B.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Approval and acceptance of Order dated October 24, 2019 setting salary of Court Reporters for 2020. (Audio Reference 42m:52s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.B.2
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of interdepartmental and intradepartmental transfers. (Audio Reference 43m:06s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.B.3
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-73710
Sheriff - Crthse Security (1241): (Audio Reference 43m:15s)
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan:
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from 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 on Item 16.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | Proposed Salary | G/S | Effective Date |
| Lateral Transfer | 125-032 | 0008 | Deputy Sheriff | R06S01 | $45,914.00 | $47,062.00 | R06S02 | 12/05/2019 |
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from 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 on Item 16.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-73731
Co. Wide Adm. (1100):
Approval of 2019 deobligation of cash match funds from Adult Probation FY 2019 Drug Court & Alternative Incarceration Program grants (fund 1289, prog. 014, & 034) in the amount of $16,534.97 and appropriate into Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (fund 1100, prog. 002).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.D.1
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of 2019 deobligation of cash match funds from Adult Probation FY 2019 Drug Court & Alternative Incarceration Program grants (fund 1289, prog. 014, & 034) in the amount of $16,534.97 and appropriate into Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (fund 1100, prog. 002).
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.D.1
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.
AI-73769
Pct. 4 ICA UT Health Snap Ed (1100): (Audio Reference 44m:15s)
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds in the amount of $200.00 into the Snap Ed Program for program expenditures.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval of 2019 appropriation of funds in the amount of $200.00 into the Snap Ed Program for program expenditures.
Commissioner Cantu joined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-73792
Economic Development (1100): (Audio Reference 44m:31s)
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds into Economic Development (110-081) in the amount of $200,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.D.3
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of 2020 appropriation of funds into Economic Development (110-081) in the amount of $200,000.00.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 16.D.3
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
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-73766
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of RFB procurement packet(i.e., Specification-requirement, legal notice etc.,) as attached hereto for : Hidalgo County- "Tire Disposal Services" RFB 2020-005-01-29-ABV including the re-advertising when/if applicable. (Audio Reference 45m:02s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.A
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.A
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-73666
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of qualification,requirements and scope of services as attached hereto for: "Hidalgo County Pool of Professional Services" for the following: (Audio Reference 45m:17s)
A. Architectural Services RFQ No. 2020-045-01-29-RFV
B. Engineering Services RFQ No. 2020-011-01-29-HGO
C. Eng. Serv. Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing RFQ No. 2020-012-01-29-YSI
D. Construction Management Services RFQ No. 2020-009-01-29-RFV
E. Appraisal Services RFQ No. 2020-013-01-29-MEG
F. Surveying Services RFQ No. 2020-014-01-29-TDL
for selection on an "as needed basis" (through a grading/scoring,ranking, negotiation protocol-as established by CC) per project by Hidalgo County Commissioners's Court, Precincts, all County Departments and/or applicable Programs or Agencies requiring said services effective March 26, 2020 through March 25, 2021.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.A.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-73743
Acceptance and approval of agreement with RGV Solar Power Systems, LLC for “Solar Light Project(s) in Precinct 1, commencing with Monte Alto, & Other Unincorporated Townships with a minimum population of 700 residents, Parks & Other Designated County Owned Properties” in the amount of $51,750.00 (awarded by HCCC on 12-19-19 AI #73547) subject to review and approval of legal form of contract, payment and performance bonds prior to execution of agreement. (Audio Reference 46m:19s)
Martha Salazar stated that the agreement is subject to compliance with Form 1295.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.B.1
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Martha Salazar stated that the agreement is subject to compliance with Form 1295.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.B.1
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-73770
Requesting approval of Work Authorization #1 in the amount of $15,357.00 under the current on-call agreement with Millennium Engineer Group (C-19-210-09-03) for the provision of Construction Material & Geo-Technical Testing for "Linn San Manuel Veteran's Park". (Audio Reference 46m:54s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.C.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.C.1
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-73736
Action to designate the following recommended employees as committee members for the scoring,grading and evaluation of Procurement Packet for Precinct #4 titled - "Non-Profit Food Distribution Services Provider" - RFP-2019-253-12-18-MEG:
A. Dr. Jennifer Culbertson. Ph.D.B. Leticia Saenz
C. Alicia Rodriguez (Audio Reference 47m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.C.2
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
IT Department
1.
AI-73716
Approval of Change Order #5 from Noble Texas Builders [with no cost impact] project #2019-027 reflecting an increase/extension of 14 construction days due to a delay by County [IT Dept.-Equipment Arrival] in connection with the renovation of the Network Operations Center including authority for County Judge or CC member to execute document. (Audio Reference 47m:39s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 17.D.1
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 on Item 17.D.1
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 48m:03s)
Ms Fern McClaugherty expressed her concern over the Court's decision on purchasing property.
Ms Fern McClaugherty expressed her concern over the Court's decision on purchasing property.
Attachments:
19.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 51m:42s)
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.074 to discuss the following:
The Court proceeded into Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to go into Closed Session
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.074 to discuss the following:
The Court proceeded into Closed Session.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to go into Closed Session
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
No action was taken on this item.
No action was taken on this item.
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.
No action was taken on this item.
No action was taken on this item.
C.
AI-73771
Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of the Director of Facilities Management
Reference Item 21.C.
Reference Item 21.C.
D.
AI-73783
Claim of Yolanda Elizondo
Reference Item 21.D.
Reference Item 21.D.
E.
AI-73793
Claim of Fidela Valladares
Reference Item 21.E.
Reference Item 21.E.
20.
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) (Audio Reference 55m:09s)
No action was taken on Item 20.A nor on Item 20.B.
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 55m:09s)
No action was taken on Item 20.A nor on Item 20.B.
21.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 52m:25s)
The Court returned from Closed Session at 11:09 A.M.
The Court returned from Closed Session at 11:09 A.M.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same (Audio Reference 52m:37s)
No action was taken on this item.
No action was taken on this item.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation (Audio Reference 52m:44s)
No action was taken on this item.
No action was taken on this item.
C.
AI-73772
Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, discussion and/or deliberation regarding the appointment and/or employment of the Director of Facilities Management (Audio Reference 52m:52s)
Raul Silguero recommended Oscar Villareal, who is currently the Facilities Manager at UTRGV, and would be able to commence Feburary 1st.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 21.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Raul Silguero recommended Oscar Villareal, who is currently the Facilities Manager at UTRGV, and would be able to commence Feburary 1st.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 21.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
D.
AI-73784
Claim of Yolanda Elizondo (Audio Reference 54m:42s)
Valde Guerra made an offer in the amount of $165.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 21.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra made an offer in the amount of $165.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 21.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI-73794
Claim of Fidela Valladares (Audio Reference 54m:54s)
Valde Guerra made an offer of $4,017.91.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 21.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item 20.A. and Item 20.B.
Valde Guerra made an offer of $4,017.91.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Item 21.E.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Court proceeded back to Item 20.A. and Item 20.B.
22.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 55m:19s)
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Closed Session.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Closed Session.
23.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 55m:19s)
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Open Session.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Open Session.
24.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 55m:59s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 11:12 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 11:12 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 30th day of December, 2019
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on December 30, 2019.
Signed this 30th day of December 2019
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 30th day of December, 2019
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on December 30, 2019.
Signed this 30th day of December 2019
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy