SPECIAL MEETING - February 11, 2020
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 11th day of February A.D., 2020, 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 ELIIE 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 CONSENT COMMISSIONERS' COURT February 11, 2020 10:00 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners' Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote.
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 the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Items 9.A, 9.D, 12.C, 11.A, & 11.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1.
AI-74378
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
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2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-74367
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-74326
Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collections reports.
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C.
AI-74325
Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters.
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3.
2019 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-74357
2019 - Constable Pct 1 (1285)
Attachments:
B.
AI-74279
2019 - Constable Pct 1 (1284)
Attachments:
C.
AI-74336
2019 - Constable Pct. 2 (1284)
Attachments:
D.
AI-74268
2019 - Constable Pct. 3 - 1284
Attachments:
E.
AI-74267
2019 - Constable Pct. 3 (1284)
Attachments:
F.
AI-74261
2019 - Constable Pct. 3 (1285)
Attachments:
G.
AI-74291
2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285 JII)
Attachments:
H.
AI-74290
2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285 Security)
Attachments:
I.
AI-74289
2019 - Constable Precinct 4 (1285)
Attachments:
J.
AI-74262
2019 - Sheriff's Office OPSG FY16 (1284)
K.
AI-74241
2019 - CO2019 A Pct.4 (1355)
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4.
2020 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-74410
2020 Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100)
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B.
AI-74407
2020 Pct.4 Road Maint (1200)
Attachments:
C.
AI-74294
2020 - WIC ADM(1292)
Attachments:
D.
AI-74388
2020 - Pct. 3 Rd. Maint. (1200)
Attachments:
E.
AI-74281
2020 - Pct 2 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-74282
2020 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200)
Attachments:
G.
AI-74256
2020 - Co Mech Shop (1200)
Attachments:
H.
AI-74338
2020 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-74351
2020 - I.T. Department (1100 C.W.)
Attachments:
J.
AI-74355
2020 - Self-Funded Health Benefits (2201)
Attachments:
K.
AI-74328
2020 - Constable Pct 1 (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-74323
2020- J.P. Pct. 3 , Pl.1 (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-74332
2020 - I.T. Countywide (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-74314
2020 - District Clerk (1100)
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O.
AI-74317
2020 - Public Defense (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-74235
2020 - Fire Marshal (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-74219
2020 - D.A. CJD BPU (1281)
Attachments:
R.
AI-74240
2020 - Purchasing (1100)
Attachments:
S.
AI-74263
2020 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100)
Attachments:
T.
AI-74212
2020 - PCT1 ADM (1200)
Attachments:
U.
AI-74215
2020 - PCT1 SANITATION (1100)
Attachments:
V.
AI-74216
2020 - PCT1 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
W.
AI-74346
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TECE (1293)
X.
AI-74223
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - PHEP Hazards (1293)
Y.
AI-74218
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - PHEP Hazards (1293)
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Z.
AI-74200
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100)
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AA.
AI-74205
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB State (1293)
Attachments:
BB.
AI-74199
2020 - Jail (1100)
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CC.
AI-74211
2020 - Jail (1100)
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DD.
AI-74192
2020 - Public Defender's (1100)
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5.
2020 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-74406
Facilities Management (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Facilities Management Security Division in the amount of $24,152.40 to fund fire monitoring costs.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Facilities Management Security Division in the amount of $24,152.40 to fund fire monitoring costs.
Attachments:
B.
AI-74287
Pct 1 (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Sanitation Program (001) to CRC program (050) in the amount of $1,000.00, to cover expenditures for signs needed throughout the CRC building and parking lot.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Sanitation Program (001) to CRC program (050) in the amount of $1,000.00, to cover expenditures for signs needed throughout the CRC building and parking lot.
Attachments:
C.
AI-74210
Pct1 Rd Maint (1200)
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Adm to Pct1 Rd Maint in the total amount of $25,000.00 for general supplies.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Adm to Pct1 Rd Maint in the total amount of $25,000.00 for general supplies.
Attachments:
D.
AI-74270
Pct 2 ICA Cesar Chavez Rd Prj (1200):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 ICA Cesar Chavez Road Project in the amount of $8,992.57.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 ICA Cesar Chavez Road Project in the amount of $8,992.57.
Attachments:
E.
AI-74220
IT Countywide (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into IT Co. Wide in the total amount of $1,364.63 to purchase 12,000 barcoded labels used in the Sanitation Fee Program countywide.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into IT Co. Wide in the total amount of $1,364.63 to purchase 12,000 barcoded labels used in the Sanitation Fee Program countywide.
Attachments:
F.
AI-74242
NEW S/D DEV STREETLIGHTS (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Admin to NEW S/D DEV STREETLIGHTS in the amount of $70,196.29 to fund future streetlight bills for the remainder of the year.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Admin to NEW S/D DEV STREETLIGHTS in the amount of $70,196.29 to fund future streetlight bills for the remainder of the year.
Attachments:
G.
AI-74304
Purchasing (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Purchasing in the total amount of $8,852.00 to fund various expenditures.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Purchasing in the total amount of $8,852.00 to fund various expenditures.
Attachments:
H.
AI-74213
Indigent Defense (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Indigent Defense in the amount of $7,209.10 to purchase new computers and renew notary bonds.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Indigent Defense in the amount of $7,209.10 to purchase new computers and renew notary bonds.
Attachments:
I.
AI-74196
Nuisance Abatement (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Nuisance Abatement in the amount of $1,562.40 to fund 5 Samsung Galaxy tablets.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co.Wide Adm-Contingency into Nuisance Abatement in the amount of $1,562.40 to fund 5 Samsung Galaxy tablets.
Attachments:
J.
AI-74204
Safety (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Safety in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund three recertifications.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency into Safety in the amount of $4,000.00 to fund three recertifications.
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6.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-74309
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
Attachments:
B.
AI-74369
1. Pipeline and Utility Permits
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Capisallo District Subdivision Lot 15 Blk. 63 (Pct. 1) (Mile 1/2 Road and Mile 9 North Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line south of Mile 9 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 9 North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: La Blanca Ag. Company Subdivision B Blk. 47 (Pct. 1) (Mile 11 ½ North Road and Goolie Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Mile 11 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 11 ½ North Road.
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Capisallo District Subdivision Lot 15 Blk. 63 (Pct. 1) (Mile 1/2 Road and Mile 9 North Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line south of Mile 9 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 9 North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: La Blanca Ag. Company Subdivision B Blk. 47 (Pct. 1) (Mile 11 ½ North Road and Goolie Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Mile 11 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 11 ½ North Road.
Attachments:
C.
AI-74313
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: Military Highway Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Alamo Land & Sugar Lot 7 & 8 Blk. 34 (Pct. 1) (Border Road and Ridge Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” water line east of Border Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Border Road and extending west approximate 461.00 feet along the north side of Ridge Road .
b. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Texas Gardens Lot 5 Blk. 8 (Pct. 3) (Western Road and 4 Mile Line Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Western Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road.
c. Applicant: Castle Enterprises, LLC.
Legal Description: Mo- Tex Lot 7 Blk. 90 (Proposed K K& H Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Mile 20 Road and Uresti Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Uresti Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Uresti Road.
d. Applicant: Texas International Irrigation Inc.
Legal Description: Hill-Halbert Blk. 95 (Pct. 1) (Alberta Road and Val Verde Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” PVC Irrigation line north of Alberta Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 12” steel Irrigation line boring Alberta Road.
a. Applicant: Military Highway Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Alamo Land & Sugar Lot 7 & 8 Blk. 34 (Pct. 1) (Border Road and Ridge Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” water line east of Border Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Border Road and extending west approximate 461.00 feet along the north side of Ridge Road .
b. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Texas Gardens Lot 5 Blk. 8 (Pct. 3) (Western Road and 4 Mile Line Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Western Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road.
c. Applicant: Castle Enterprises, LLC.
Legal Description: Mo- Tex Lot 7 Blk. 90 (Proposed K K& H Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Mile 20 Road and Uresti Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Uresti Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water line service with a 2” PVC casing boring Uresti Road.
d. Applicant: Texas International Irrigation Inc.
Legal Description: Hill-Halbert Blk. 95 (Pct. 1) (Alberta Road and Val Verde Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” PVC Irrigation line north of Alberta Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 12” steel Irrigation line boring Alberta Road.
Attachments:
D.
AI-74239
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Mesquite Xrossing Subdivision - Pct. 1 (RGV Auto Source) (F.M. 88 & Mile 14 North Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF.
a. Mesquite Xrossing Subdivision - Pct. 1 (RGV Auto Source) (F.M. 88 & Mile 14 North Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF.
Attachments:
E.
AI-74265
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Dollar General-Donna Subdivision - Pct. 1 (The Buchalter Co., Inc.) (F.M. 493 & Mile 12 ½ Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,814.00 for utility work.
a. Dollar General-Donna Subdivision - Pct. 1 (The Buchalter Co., Inc.) (F.M. 493 & Mile 12 ½ Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,814.00 for utility work.
Attachments:
F.
AI-74231
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Paris Ranches Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Richard A. Garza, President of BIC Dev. Corp.) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 16 North Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF.
b. AKC Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Cohrs Properties, Inc.) (Border Road & Moore Road)
*Reimbursement request: $2,000.00 for (2) OSSF’s.
c. Oakhill Ranch Ph. 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC) (F.M. 88 & Mile 20 North Road)
* Reimbursement request: $3,000.00 for (3) OSSF’s.
a. Paris Ranches Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Richard A. Garza, President of BIC Dev. Corp.) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 16 North Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF.
b. AKC Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Cohrs Properties, Inc.) (Border Road & Moore Road)
*Reimbursement request: $2,000.00 for (2) OSSF’s.
c. Oakhill Ranch Ph. 2 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC) (F.M. 88 & Mile 20 North Road)
* Reimbursement request: $3,000.00 for (3) OSSF’s.
Attachments:
7.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-74324
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2020 January
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8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-74243
| Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| A2100.00.083.0005.00 | Espinoza Adam & Catarina | $2,657.30 |
| S2950.00.000.0276.00 | Perez Ramiro & Andrea | $2,603.08 |
| T1048.00.000.0033.00 | Chavez Iliana | $8,523.75 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-74209
| ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| K8900.00.001.0001.00 | WAL-MART REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST C/O WAL-MART PROPERTY TAX DEP | $77,390.22 |
| M4165.02.000.0001.00 | WAL-MART REAL ESTATE BUSINESS TRUST | $86,578.20 |
| T4545.00.001.001A.00 | WAL-MART STORES | $104,818.45 |
| T6873.00.001.001A.00 | WAL-MART STORES TEXAS LP #3886 | $125,180.03 |
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-74377
Constable Pct 1 (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2020 National Narcotic Detector Dog Association, Inc., for Deputy Pablo Alegria in the amount of $55 (req#410036) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedure are completed by County Auditor.
Valde Guerra stated with regards to Consent Agenda Item 9.A that he will meet with Sergio Cruz from the Budget Office, and address the funding with respect to the certification and membership fees.
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 Consent Agenda 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for 2020 National Narcotic Detector Dog Association, Inc., for Deputy Pablo Alegria in the amount of $55 (req#410036) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedure are completed by County Auditor.
Valde Guerra stated with regards to Consent Agenda Item 9.A that he will meet with Sergio Cruz from the Budget Office, and address the funding with respect to the certification and membership fees.
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 Consent Agenda 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-74345
Approval to pay 2020 JPCA membership dues to Texas Association of Counties in the amount of $60.00 for Judge Luis J. Garza with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-74303
WIC:
Requesting approval for payment to the Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) in the amount of $990.00 (45.00 each)for registration. P.O. 810655 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. This is for the Peer Counselors who attended a 1 day training on Lactation Principles on January 21, 2020. Due to the time frame T-1 was not completed.
Requesting approval for payment to the Texas Association of Local WIC Directors (TALWD) in the amount of $990.00 (45.00 each)for registration. P.O. 810655 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. This is for the Peer Counselors who attended a 1 day training on Lactation Principles on January 21, 2020. Due to the time frame T-1 was not completed.
Attachments:
D.
AI-74188
Purchasing Department: (Audio Reference 55m:56s)
Approval to pay the following memberships for 2020 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review,audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor's Office:
1. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - $ 100.00 Req # 00406937
2. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) - $ 4,999.99 Req # 00406931
3. Texas Public Purchasing Association - $ 150.00 Req # 00407101
4. The Institute of Public Public Procurement (NIGP) $ 1,400.00 Req # 00409400
5. R.S. Means (on line software) $ 3,387.99 Req # 00409401
Martha Salazar from the Purchasing Department, stated that they are requesting these monies in advance, and asked for the authority to pay these fees as they come through and are due. Ms. Salazar further explained that Item 9.D.4 & Item 9.D.5 are requested amounts based on last years numbers and usage. She also stated that the funding was addressed through this same agenda, specifically through agenda Items 4.R. & 5.G.
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 9.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to pay the following memberships for 2020 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review,audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor's Office:
1. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - $ 100.00 Req # 00406937
2. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) - $ 4,999.99 Req # 00406931
3. Texas Public Purchasing Association - $ 150.00 Req # 00407101
4. The Institute of Public Public Procurement (NIGP) $ 1,400.00 Req # 00409400
5. R.S. Means (on line software) $ 3,387.99 Req # 00409401
Martha Salazar from the Purchasing Department, stated that they are requesting these monies in advance, and asked for the authority to pay these fees as they come through and are due. Ms. Salazar further explained that Item 9.D.4 & Item 9.D.5 are requested amounts based on last years numbers and usage. She also stated that the funding was addressed through this same agenda, specifically through agenda Items 4.R. & 5.G.
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 9.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-74187
County Commissioners (1100):
Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
Approval to pay 2020 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
| VENDOR | AMOUNT | ACCT. # | REQ. # |
| National Association of Counties (NACO) | $11,983.00 | 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 | 407673 |
| Texas Association of Counties | $ 2,440.00 | 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 | 407672 |
| Texas Conference of Urban Counties | $24,648.00 | 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 | 407676 |
| Amigos Del Valle | $ 5,000.00 | 0-1100-444-00-125-018-0-810 | 407661 |
| LRGVDC | $45,802.00 | 0-1100-413-00-125-004-0-810 | 407677 |
Attachments:
F.
AI-74181
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $835.00 (Requisition #409116), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $835.00 (Requisition #409116), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
10.
Urban County:
A.
AI-74322
Request for approval of one (1) applicant in the City of Donna, one (1) applicant in the City of Edcouch and one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program, contingent upon environmental review clearance.
Attachments:
11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-74250
Self-Insured (2202): (Audio Reference 56m:38s)
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of January 16-31, 2020 in the amount of $43,129.19 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on 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 on Item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on 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 on Item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-74249
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $794,484.02 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 01/16/20 to 01/29/20. (Audio Reference 56m:38s)
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Item 11.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 on Item 11.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| 01/16-22/20 | $233,655.10 |
| 01/23-29/20 | $560,828.92 |
| TOTAL | $794,484.02 |
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Item 11.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 on Item 11.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(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 CONTRACTS(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.
AI-74075
Constable Pct. #2:
1. Requesting removal of said weaponry (2 service handguns) from Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory so as to use as trade-in for the purchase of new weaponry;
2. Authority to purchase new weaponry (3 service handguns) and be added to Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory list, detailed in supporting documentation contained herein: so as to complete the transaction and purchase, vendor Sig Sauer, Inc. Requisition # 408812
1. Requesting removal of said weaponry (2 service handguns) from Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory so as to use as trade-in for the purchase of new weaponry;
2. Authority to purchase new weaponry (3 service handguns) and be added to Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 fixed asset inventory list, detailed in supporting documentation contained herein: so as to complete the transaction and purchase, vendor Sig Sauer, Inc. Requisition # 408812
Attachments:
B.
AI-74206
IT Department:
Requesting approval to enter into a 12 month Service Subscription Agreement through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with Cooperative Contract (DIR-TSO-3814) with Siteimprove for website analysis services to be used on Hidalgo County's Website. Services will be billed annually.
Requesting approval to enter into a 12 month Service Subscription Agreement through Hidalgo County's participation/membership with Cooperative Contract (DIR-TSO-3814) with Siteimprove for website analysis services to be used on Hidalgo County's Website. Services will be billed annually.
Attachments:
C.
AI-74363
County Wide: (Audio Reference 57m:04s)
3. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension term [of 2 possible] under the same rates, terms and conditions with Clarke Mosquito Control Products, Inc.as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248C-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004C-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02/12/21
No action was taken on Item 12.C.3
1. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension as permitted [2 possible] in the current contract under the same rates, terms and conditions with Adapco, LLC as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02-12-20;
Martha Salazar from the Purchasing Department stated that there was a typographical error on Item 12.C.1. The correct effective date should read 02/13/20 - 02/12/21.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of 12.C.1 with the correction of the typographical error.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Martha Salazar from the Purchasing Department stated that there was a typographical error on Item 12.C.1. The correct effective date should read 02/13/20 - 02/12/21.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE M. FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of 12.C.1 with the correction of the typographical error.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension as permitted [2 possible] in the current agreement under the same rates, terms and conditions with Rentokil North America, Inc. Dba- Target Specialty Products as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248A-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004A-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02/12/21
No action was taken on Item 12.C.2
No action was taken on Item 12.C.2
3. Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) one year extension term [of 2 possible] under the same rates, terms and conditions with Clarke Mosquito Control Products, Inc.as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-248C-02-12 "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals". Extension E-20-004C-02-11 Effective 02/13/20 - 02/12/21
No action was taken on Item 12.C.3
D.
AI-74385
Requesting approval of WA No. 4 under Pct 4 contract (#C-19-252-07-16) submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for Texas Agrilife Extension Services, in the amount of $12,598.00. (req 410035) for professional engineering services required in connection with sewer line repairs/replacement to be undertaken and completed by HC Facilities Management.
Attachments:
E.
AI-74329
IT Department:
Requesting approval for County Judge to complete and sign all additional required documentation for the lease of computers and monitors through Dell Marketing L.P. approved on CC 10/08/19 through AI-72532.
Requesting approval for County Judge to complete and sign all additional required documentation for the lease of computers and monitors through Dell Marketing L.P. approved on CC 10/08/19 through AI-72532.
Attachments:
F.
AI-74335
PCT. #1:
Acceptance and approval of invoice #11327990 in the amount of $28,639.52 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.for Mile 10 Project (Mile 6-FM1015) - WA#1, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures completed.
Attachments:
G.
AI-74337
Acceptance and approval of the following invoices for FM 1015 Project as submitted by contracted project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures completed:
| Project | PO Number | Inv. Date | Inv. Number | Inv. Amount |
| WA#1 | 785461 | 01/31/2020 | 11327996 | $50,317.58 |
| WA#2 | 793535 | 01/31/2020 | 11327997 | $ 8,340.77 |
Attachments:
H.
AI-74339
PCT. #1 (1315):
Acceptance and approval of invoice #11327999 in the amount of $20,961.07 submitted by L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. for Mile 6 Project (M11-SH107) - WA#1, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after auding procedures completed.
Attachments:
I.
AI-74340
PCT. #1 (1351):
Requesting approval to pay invoice # 10046 in the amount of $4,788.50 for services rendered in connection with Tax Office Project - WA#1, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC.
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J.
AI-74342
Requesting approval of Application Payment No. 4 in the amount of $86,084.11 for services rendered in connection with the "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Pct. 1 Tax Office Project GMP Amendment #1" as submitted by Erickson Construction, LLC.
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K.
AI-74373
Juvenile Probation (Boot Camp):
Requesting approval to declare items as surplus and salvage [unusable] and remove the items from the assets inventory list.
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L.
AI-74408
Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $839,671.90 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project submitted by the contractor, 2GS, LLC through Contract C-19-017-11-05 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Attachments:
M.
AI-74364
Approval of Application for Payment No. 33 in the amount of $12,824.18 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project submitted by contractor, Clore Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-378-02-21 and reviewed by the project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E.
Attachments:
N.
AI-74361
1. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc., for Copier Model IR-C256iF III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410014 in the amount of $91.29 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 5000 B/W copies per month @ $64.00/month with overages billed @ $0.0128 per copy, 800 color copies per month @ $63.04/month with overages billed @ $0.0788 per copy for a total monthly cost of $218.33; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295;
2. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc for Copier Model IR-5535i III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410022 in the amount of 166.80 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 3,000 B/W copies per month @ $23.70/month with overages billed @ $0.0079 per copy, 1000 color copies per month @ $58.60/month with overages billed @ $0.0586 per copy for a total monthly cost of $249.10; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295;
3. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc for Copier Model IR-5535i III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410033 in the amount of 166.80 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 1,500 B/W copies per month @ $11.85/month with overages billed @ $0.0079 per copy, 600 color copies per month @ $35.16/month with overages billed @ $0.0586 per copy for a total monthly cost of $213.81; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295.
3. Requesting authority to enter into (1) new 36-month (capital) lease with Canon Financial Services, Inc for Copier Model IR-5535i III through our membership/participation with Department of Information (DIR) contract DIR-CPO-4437 through requisition #410033 in the amount of 166.80 per month-equipment, maintenance service agreement 1,500 B/W copies per month @ $11.85/month with overages billed @ $0.0079 per copy, 600 color copies per month @ $35.16/month with overages billed @ $0.0586 per copy for a total monthly cost of $213.81; effective upon approval and delivery & installation and subject to compliance with HB-1295.
Attachments:
O.
AI-74327
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project | 02/04/20 | 20203 | $ 1,933.09 | 767363 |
| Military Highway Extension Project | 02/04/20 | 20204 | $27,634.66 | 770537 |
| Regional Linear Park Project-Phase II | 02/04/20 | 20205 | $43,931.74 | 790326 |
| Valle Alto Park Youth Facility Project | 02/04/20 | 20206 | $ 4,408.32 | 792886 |
| Dicker Road Project | 02/04/20 | 20207 | $19,888.22 | 803856 |
| Indoor Baseball Park Restroom Renov. Project | 02/04/20 | 20208 | $ 846.45 | 807991 |
P.
AI-74315
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Regional Linear Park Project (WA#6) | 01/31/20 | 11327982 | $ 896.28 | 745253 |
| Regional Linear Park Project (WA#8) | 01/31/20 | 11327983 | $ 5,893.24 | 759102 |
| Dicker Road Project | 01/31/20 | 11328013 | $ 4,029.69 | 778854 |
| Regional Linear Park Project (WA#10) | 01/31/20 | 11328017 | $ 3,067.55 | 779803 |
| Cesar Chavez Road Project (WA#1) | 01/31/20 | 11328018 | $12,926.44 | 732294 |
| Eldora Road Project | 01/31/20 | 11328019 | $ 3,330.22 | 732796 |
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Q.
AI-74307
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.:
| Invoice No. | Date | Project | PO No. | Amount |
| 11327992 | 1-31-2020 | FM 676 (Mile 5) | 806793 | $ 57,680.00 |
| 11327988 | 1-31-2020 | Veterans Blvd. | 772041 | $ 30,155.00 |
| 11328023 | 1-31-2020 | Mile 3 Project WA #6 | 784305 | $ 20,250.00 |
| 11328022 | 1-31-2020 | Mile 3 Project WA #5 | 773904 | $ 10,000.00 |
| 11327987 | 1-31-2020 | Mile 3 Project WA #4 | 771660 | $ 3,600.00 |
| 11327986 | 1-31-2020 | FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #4 | 779844 | $ 1,512.00 |
| 11327985 | 1-31-2020 | FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #3 | 772303 | $ 1,008.00 |
| 11327991 | 1-31-2020 | Liberty Rd. Project WA #3 | 735526 | $ 12,614.40 |
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R.
AI-74319
Human Resources/Civil Service requests pursuant to Texas State Constitution Article 3, Section 52 the declaration of a "public purpose" with authority to purchase promotional items to be utilized when attending or hosting public functions to include, but not limited to, speaking events, presentations, meetings, ceremonies, and school career days, etc. and the affixing of any applicable identifying logos effective upon Commissioners Court and valid through 12-31-20.
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S.
AI-74308
Executive Office - Traffic Engineering:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | 1/31/20 | 11328021 | $12,577.44 | 811639 |
Attachments:
T.
AI-74266
Pct. 1 (1351):
Requesting approval to pay invoice #10032966 in the amount of $23,984.96 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with the Precinct 1 Administration building-Emergency Generator-WA# 2, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc.
U.
AI-74189
Approval of a one (1) forty-eight (48) month Capital Copier Lease with G. E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in DIR's Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]:
| REQUISITION # | MONTHS | MODEL | MONTHLY PAYMENT |
| 00408961 | 48 | MPC307 | $72.85 |
V.
AI-74264
County Clerk's Office:
Requesting approval of six (6) thirty-six (36) months Capital Copier Leases with G.E. Capital Information Technology solutions, dba, Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in DIR Contract [DIR-CPO-4435].
Requesting approval of six (6) thirty-six (36) months Capital Copier Leases with G.E. Capital Information Technology solutions, dba, Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in DIR Contract [DIR-CPO-4435].
| REQUISITIONS | MONTHS | MODEL | MONTHLY PAYMENT |
| 00409114 - COLLECTIONS | 36 | MP2555SP | $80.32 |
| 00409114 - McALLEN OFFICE | 36 | MP2555SP | $80.32 |
| 00409114 - VITAL & PROBATION | 36 | MP5055SP | $179.41 |
| 00409114 - RECORDINGS | 36 | MP5055SP | $179.41 |
| 00409114 - CRIMINAL DEPARTMENT | 36 | MP5055SP | $179.41 |
| 00409114 - CIVIL DEPARTMENT | 36 | MP5055SP | $179.41 |
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W.
AI-74277
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineer; L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc.
| Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Project | Invoice Amount | P.O. Number |
| 11328000 | 01/31/2020 | FM2220 Ware Rd. WA#1 FM676 to FM1925 | $ 1,566.10 | 728311 |
| 11328015 | 01/31/2020 | FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th | $ 6,198.00 | 739761 |
| 11328016 | 01/31/2020 | FM1925 WA#2 10th to McColl | $ 14,389.60 | 785986 |
| 11328014 | 01/31/2020 | FM1925 10th to McColl WA#1 | $ 2,046.84 | 725312 |
| 11327989 | 01/31/2020 | FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd. | $ 22,176.00 | 785987 |
| 11327998 | 01/31/2020 | FM1925 FM907 East to SH68 | $ 2,856.16 | 703928 |
| 11327995 | 01/31/2020 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 | $ 20,470.46 | 808447 |
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X.
AI-74280
Requesting approval of one (1) forty-eight (48) months Capital Copier Lease with awarded vendor G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership/participation in the DIR Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract [DIR-CPO-4435]:
| REQUISITION # | MONTHS | MODEL | MONTHLY PAYMENT |
| 00409375 | 48 | IMC4500 | $319.42 |
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Y.
AI-74252
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 to increase contract in an estimated amount of $6,517.12 for the current contract [C-18-227-09-18] with B2Z Consulting Engineers, professional services for, "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Structural Assessment Project" .
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Z.
AI-74293
Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $65,330.09 to Erickson Construction, LLC. for the "Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Youth Facility Project GMP Amendment #2", through Contract# C-17-324-07-17, and as certified for payment by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC.
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AA.
AI-74237
1. Recommendation from majority of end users for CC to reject the sole bid received from Texas Reclamation, LLC, dba, UTW Collection for RFB titled: Tire Disposal Services-HC [#2020-005-01-29 ABV];
2. Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract E-19-003-12-04 for Hidalgo County- " Tire Disposal Services" with UTW Tires Collection Services dba Texas Land Reclamation, LLC under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded.
2. Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract E-19-003-12-04 for Hidalgo County- " Tire Disposal Services" with UTW Tires Collection Services dba Texas Land Reclamation, LLC under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded.
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BB.
AI-74193
Approval of the addition of fuel cards/users including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office - fuel card user
2. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department - fuel card users
3. Hidalgo County Emergency Management Division- fuel card user
4. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 - fuel card user
1. Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office - fuel card user
2. Hidalgo County Adult Probation Department - fuel card users
3. Hidalgo County Emergency Management Division- fuel card user
4. Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 2 - fuel card user
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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 11th day of February, 2020
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 February 11, 2020.
Signed this 11th day of February 2020
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 11th day of February, 2020
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 February 11, 2020.
Signed this 11th day of February 2020
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy