SPECIAL MEETING - May 5, 2020
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 5th day of May 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 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 CONSENT COMMISSIONERS' COURT May 5, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 of the Consent Agenda with the exception of items 4.B, 9.A, 10.A, 10.B, 11.D, and 11.J to be pulled for further discussion.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
1.
AI-75428
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.)
Attachments:
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-75429
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-75370
Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Reports for the Months of January and February 2020.
3.
2020 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-75430
2020 - County Wide Administration (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-75424
2020 - Justice Court Assist &Tech (1242)
Attachments:
C.
AI-75411
2020 - Human Resources (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-75386
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHEP (1293)
Attachments:
E.
AI-75376
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293)
Attachments:
F.
AI-75351
2020 - Pct 2 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-75366
2020 - County Judge (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-75337
2020 - Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Treasury (1228)
Attachments:
I.
AI-75330
2020 - Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-75354
2020 - Pct.4 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
K.
AI-75331
2020 - Pct.4 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-75332
2020 - Pct.4 Adm (1200)
Attachments:
M.
AI-75334
2020 - Executive Office (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-75311
2020 - WIC Food Summer Program (1292)
Attachments:
O.
AI-75316
2020 - Texas DPS (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-75283
2020 - Domestic Relations Office (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-75282
2020 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281)
Attachments:
R.
AI-75279
2020 - WIC Lactation Support Center (1292)
Attachments:
4.
2020 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-75305
Pct. #4:
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct.4 Ware (program 157) to CO2017-Pct.4 Mechanic Shop (program 193) in the amount of $79,978.38. Transfer will fund future expenses related to the construction of Pct. 4 Mechanic Shop.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017-Pct.4 Ware (program 157) to CO2017-Pct.4 Mechanic Shop (program 193) in the amount of $79,978.38. Transfer will fund future expenses related to the construction of Pct. 4 Mechanic Shop.
Attachments:
B.
AI-75427
Pct. #4:
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Precinct No.4 Sanitation in the amount
of $2,205.20 to fund equipment repair expenditures. (Audio Reference 38m:05s)
Valde Guerra stated a correction on the dollar amount, in which it should state $2,205.70
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 4.B with the corrected amount of $2,205.70
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 9.A.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Contingency to Precinct No.4 Sanitation in the amount
of $2,205.20 to fund equipment repair expenditures. (Audio Reference 38m:05s)
Valde Guerra stated a correction on the dollar amount, in which it should state $2,205.70
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 4.B with the corrected amount of $2,205.70
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 9.A.
Attachments:
C.
AI-75372
Pct. 4:
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT Pct.4 FM1925 (program 154) to TXDOT Pct.4 N. Alamo (program 150) in the amount of $20,000.00. Transfer will fund WA#1 for L&G Engineering for environmental services needed for project. Additional allocated funds are for project cost overruns.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT Pct.4 FM1925 (program 154) to TXDOT Pct.4 N. Alamo (program 150) in the amount of $20,000.00. Transfer will fund WA#1 for L&G Engineering for environmental services needed for project. Additional allocated funds are for project cost overruns.
Attachments:
D.
AI-75362
CO2017-Pct 3 (1351):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $324,746.76 from CO2017-Pct 3 Mech Shop/Motor Pool into CO2017-Pct 3 Vehicles for the purchase of roll off trucks.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer in the amount of $324,746.76 from CO2017-Pct 3 Mech Shop/Motor Pool into CO2017-Pct 3 Vehicles for the purchase of roll off trucks.
Attachments:
E.
AI-75258
Human Resources (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Human Resources (dept. 190) to Information Technology Department (dept. 220) in the amount of $441.14 to fund expenditures for the secure encryption emails project.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Human Resources (dept. 190) to Information Technology Department (dept. 220) in the amount of $441.14 to fund expenditures for the secure encryption emails project.
Attachments:
F.
AI-75295
Pct1 Adm (1200)
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Rd Maint to Pct1 Adm, in the total amount of $4,000.00 to cover wireless services with Verizon.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from Pct1 Rd Maint to Pct1 Adm, in the total amount of $4,000.00 to cover wireless services with Verizon.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-75422
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT
a. Applicant: A&M Management Inc.
Legal Description: 65.70 acres out of Tract 156 San Salvador Del Tule Grant Subdivision; (Proposed Carmen Avila Phase IV Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Carmen Avila Road and Mile 22 ½ North Road)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 24” RCP class III storm sewer line extension approximately ¼ mile south of the proposed development along the west ROW line of Carmen Avila Road, crossing east via bore approximately 500.00 feet along the north side of Mile 22 ½ North Road discharging to the existing drain ditch.
a. Applicant: A&M Management Inc.
Legal Description: 65.70 acres out of Tract 156 San Salvador Del Tule Grant Subdivision; (Proposed Carmen Avila Phase IV Subdivision) (Pct. 4) (Carmen Avila Road and Mile 22 ½ North Road)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 24” RCP class III storm sewer line extension approximately ¼ mile south of the proposed development along the west ROW line of Carmen Avila Road, crossing east via bore approximately 500.00 feet along the north side of Mile 22 ½ North Road discharging to the existing drain ditch.
B.
AI-75417
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: Valley Telephone
Location of Pipeline Crossings: Pct. 4; North of Alberta Road approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road.
Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Two 1.25” HDPE ducts fiber cables boring via extension approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road along the north side of Alberta Road.
b. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 0.84 acres out of Lot 456 John H. Shary Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Mile 6 Road and Taylor Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2.5” water line south of Mile 6 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 Road.
c. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 4.47 acres out of Lot 53-3 West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Los Ebanos Road and Mile 8 Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line west of Los Ebanos Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Los Ebanos Road.
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZD)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Queen Palm Drive approximately 175.00 feet south of Dalinda Drive. (Pct. 3)
e. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZE)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North side of Miguel Street approximately 442.00 feet east of Date Palm Drive. (Pct. 3)
f. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZF)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Salida Del Sol Street approximately 30.00 feet north of Lilia Street. (Pct. 3)
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZC)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pedestal: West of Sabal Palm Drive approximately 300.00 feet south of Mile 7 Road. (Pct. 3)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 1180025)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Moorefield Road approximately 300.00 feet south of Marc Drive. (Pct. 3)
a. Applicant: Valley Telephone
Location of Pipeline Crossings: Pct. 4; North of Alberta Road approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road.
Proposed improvements within Right-of-Way: Consists of Two 1.25” HDPE ducts fiber cables boring via extension approximately ½ mile west of Alamo Road along the north side of Alberta Road.
b. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 0.84 acres out of Lot 456 John H. Shary Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Mile 6 Road and Taylor Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2.5” water line south of Mile 6 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 Road.
c. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 4.47 acres out of Lot 53-3 West Addition to Sharyland Subdivision (Pct. 3) (Los Ebanos Road and Mile 8 Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” water line west of Los Ebanos Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Los Ebanos Road.
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZD)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Queen Palm Drive approximately 175.00 feet south of Dalinda Drive. (Pct. 3)
e. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZE)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North side of Miguel Street approximately 442.00 feet east of Date Palm Drive. (Pct. 3)
f. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZF)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Salida Del Sol Street approximately 30.00 feet north of Lilia Street. (Pct. 3)
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 664443-SMZC)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pedestal: West of Sabal Palm Drive approximately 300.00 feet south of Mile 7 Road. (Pct. 3)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Dcomm Inc. Project No. 1180025)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Moorefield Road approximately 300.00 feet south of Marc Drive. (Pct. 3)
Attachments:
C.
AI-75319
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:
6.
WIC:
A.
AI-75278
Requesting approval to accept the following equipment from the South Plains Community Action Partnership Inc. and authorization to sign the Certificate of Acquisition:
| Property No. | Description | Intended Use | Transfer Price |
| WA192900173804 | COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C |
WIC TXIN | NA |
| WA192900173662 | COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C |
WIC TXIN | NA |
| WA192900173809 | COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C |
WIC TXIN | NA |
| WA192900173800 | COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C |
WIC TXIN | NA |
| WA192900173791 | COR Series Router Cradlepoint IBR600C/IBR650C |
WIC TXIN | NA |
Attachments:
7.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-75041
Approval of payment for invoice 74792 in the amount of $165.00 and invoice 74809 in the amount of $203.00 dated 3/25/20 as submitted by McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for adjustments to the 3rd and 4th quarter of the 2019 County Wide Commercial Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-75323
| Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 00055.90.400.0005.13 | AT & T | $6,736.89 |
| 00055.90.400.0005.90 | AT & T | $2,503.89 |
| 10038.00.000.0244.30 | LONE STAR NATIONAL BANK | $3,020.38 |
| C2770.00.000.0002.00 | CHANOS APARTMENTS | $2,810.94 |
| N4200.01.001.0009.00 | BNT OF TEXAS LLC | $2,897.25 |
| S2755.01.000.0063.00 | CORELOGIC | $5,552.57 |
| S6862.02.000.0097.00 | LERETA LLC | $3,188.78 |
| T2100.00.239.0015.30 | CORELOGIC | $3,497.15 |
| T4743.00.000.0080.00 | SELECT PORTFOLIO SERVICING INC | $3,362.30 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-75322
| Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| B2637.00.000.0002.00 | EH MCALLEN LLC | $13,944.61 |
| L5025.00.000.0000.10 | LLANO GRANDE HOLDINGS COMPANY LLC | $29,473.50 |
| M2070.00.000.0001.00 | RIO GRANDE REGIONAL HOSPITAL | $150,402.04 |
| R3757.00.000.0001.00 | DAFFODIL VENTURES LLC | $9,763.16 |
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-75432
County Commissioners (1100): (Audio Reference 38m:44s)
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. # |
| RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 | $ 8,620.00 | 0-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on item 9.A.
The court proceeded to items 10.A and 10.B.
B.
AI-75405
Jail (1100):
Requesting approval to pay 2020 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda G. Madrigal and Captain Jose R. Vasquez in the amount of $60.00 each ( requisition no. 414058) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2020 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda G. Madrigal and Captain Jose R. Vasquez in the amount of $60.00 each ( requisition no. 414058) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-75379
Public Defender's Office (1100):
Approval to pay membership dues for Lawrence Esparza, Director and Michael Parson, Public Defender III to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in the total amount of $120.00 ($60.00 ea.) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Approval to pay membership dues for Lawrence Esparza, Director and Michael Parson, Public Defender III to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in the total amount of $120.00 ($60.00 ea.) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-75318
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay for an annual membership for the National Fire Protection Association for 3/13/20-3/13/21, in the total amount of $175.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition#414187
Requesting approval to pay for an annual membership for the National Fire Protection Association for 3/13/20-3/13/21, in the total amount of $175.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition#414187
E.
AI-75321
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay for a Certification for Eric Sanchez, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal for "Fire and Life Safety Educator 2" payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, in the total amount of $85.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition #414198
Requesting approval to pay for a Certification for Eric Sanchez, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal for "Fire and Life Safety Educator 2" payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, in the total amount of $85.00, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Requisition #414198
Attachments:
F.
AI-75290
464th DC:
Requesting approval to pay 2020 State Bar of Texas Membership dues (Judge Fonseca), in the total amount of $240.00 (Requisition #414070) with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2020 State Bar of Texas Membership dues (Judge Fonseca), in the total amount of $240.00 (Requisition #414070) with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-75341
Self-Insured (2202): (Audio Reference 38m:52s)
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of April 16-30, 2020 in the amount of $40,767.59 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on item 10.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 10.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The court continued to Consent Agenda item 10.B.
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on item 10.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 10.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The court continued to Consent Agenda item 10.B.
Attachments:
B.
AI-75340
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,035,519.03 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/16/20 to 04/29/20. (Audio Reference 38m:52s)
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on item 10.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 10.B.
Vote: 4 - 0
| 04/16-22/20 | $ 649,827.18 |
| 04/23-29/20 | $ 385,691.85 |
| TOTAL | $1,035,519.03 |
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on item 10.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, JOE FLORES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 10.B.
Vote: 4 - 0
Attachments:
C.
Interfund transfers:
1.
AI-75298
Various Pct 4 (13XX):
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from various Pct 4 projects into Pct 4 Mechanic Shop and Pct 4 Linn-SM Veterans Park Projects in the total amount of $1,261,673.75 to fund anticipated project expenditures.
Approval of 2020 interfund transfer from various Pct 4 projects into Pct 4 Mechanic Shop and Pct 4 Linn-SM Veterans Park Projects in the total amount of $1,261,673.75 to fund anticipated project expenditures.
Attachments:
11.
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-75402
Pct. 3
Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term as provided in the current Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3, under the same rates, terms & conditions for the following cities:
1. City of PalmhurstApproval to exercise the County's option to extend for a one (1) year term as provided in the current Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3, under the same rates, terms & conditions for the following cities:
2. City of Palmview
Attachments:
B.
AI-75420
Executive Office:
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month copier lease agreement with Ricoh USA, through Hidalgo County's Participation/Membership with DIR Cooperative, Contract # DIR-CPO-4435;
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month copier lease agreement with Ricoh USA, through Hidalgo County's Participation/Membership with DIR Cooperative, Contract # DIR-CPO-4435;
| Requisition # | Months | Model | Monthly Payment |
| 00414194 | 48 | IMC6000 | $291.35 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-75421
WIC
Requesting approval to submit cancellation letter to vendor and advise that the (copier) leases will not be automatically renewed, as listed in the Terms and Conditions of the original contract approved through AI-60060 on 06/13/2017.
Attachments:
D.
AI-75382
Requesting approval to enter into a Sales Contract with Uretek ICR South Texas LLC, to level building of Justice of the Peace Pct.4, PL.1 located at 212 Nth 12 Ave, Edinburg, TX 78541, in the total amount of $12,800.00, subject to legal counsel's final review and approval as to form. (Audio Reference 39m:25s)
Valde Guerra stated approval on item 11.D subject to final legal review.
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 11.D subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra stated approval on item 11.D subject to final legal review.
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 11.D subject to final legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-75345
1.) Authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on 03/24/2020 agenda item 74876, request for payment submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems; Payment Application #1 in the amount of $32,400.00;
2.) Acceptance and approval of payment for revised Payment Application #1 submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems in the amount of $36,000.00.;
3.) Acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 2 in the amount $15,750.00 submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems, in connection to the "Solar Light Project Monte Alto" for Pct. 1 including authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after Auditing process completed.
3.) Acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 2 in the amount $15,750.00 submitted by RGV Solar Power Systems, in connection to the "Solar Light Project Monte Alto" for Pct. 1 including authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after Auditing process completed.
Attachments:
F.
AI-75407
Countywide Law Enforcement:
Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in contract E-19-076-05-21 with Galls, LLC, for Hidalgo County - "Purchase of New Bulletproof Vests (Soft Body Armor), under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in contract E-19-076-05-21 with Galls, LLC, for Hidalgo County - "Purchase of New Bulletproof Vests (Soft Body Armor), under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
G.
AI-75310
County Wide:
Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in contract E-19-084-04-23 with Pavement Markings, Inc. for Hidalgo County - "Striping/Marking of County Roads, County Parking Lots, & Misc. County Owned Sites", under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed.
Attachments:
H.
AI-75410
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineer; L&G Consulting Engineers, for projects located in Precinct 4 detailed on table below:
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Project | Invoice # | Invoice Amount |
| 04/30/2020 | 725312 | FM1925 (10th Street to McColl) | 11328116 | $ 3,207.23 |
| 04/30/2020 | 739761 | FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th | 11328117 | $ 5,392.53 |
| 04/30/2020 | 785987 | FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd. | 11328120 | $ 70,450.00 |
| 04/30/2020 | 785986 | FM1925 WA# (10th to McColl) | 11328121 | $ 26,125.00 |
| 04/30/2020 | 808447 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 - Taylor Rd. to Ware Rd. | 11328124 | $ 46,730.76 |
Attachments:
I.
AI-74855
IT Department:
Requesting approval for County Judge to complete and sign all additional required documentation, for the lease of computers and monitors through Dell Financial Services L.L.C approved on CC 10/08/19 (AI-72532).J.
AI-75390
Pct. #2:
Approval to purchase ten (10) thirty (30) Cubic Yard Heavy Duty Rectangular Roll Off Containers 22' Long through HC's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative under (Contract# 599-19 Exp. 11/30/22). (Audio Refrence 39m:52s)
Approval to purchase ten (10) thirty (30) Cubic Yard Heavy Duty Rectangular Roll Off Containers 22' Long through HC's membership/participation with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative under (Contract# 599-19 Exp. 11/30/22). (Audio Refrence 39m:52s)
| Requisition# | Vendor | Model/Part# | Total Amount |
| 414342 | Wastequip Manufacturing Company, LLC | 163361 | $52,048.00 |
Valde Guerra stated that Consent Agenda item 11.J will be discussed under the regular agenda under Purchasing items.
The court continued to item 5.A under the regular Commissioners' Court agenda.
(Audio Reference 2h:36m 08s)
Legal council, Josephine Ramirez recommended approval subject to legal review.
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 Consent Agenda 11.J subject to legal review.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The court continued to item 24 on the regular Commissioners' Court agenda - Closed Session
Attachments:
K.
AI-75368
County Treasurer:
Requesting approval to enter into a thirty six (36) month burglar alarm monitoring service agreement with Superior Alarms for an annual total of $360.00
Attachments:
L.
AI-74017
Facilities Management:
Requesting approval to enter into One (1) Forty-Eight (48) month copier lease agreement with Ricoh USA, Inc. through Hidalgo County's Participation/Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435];
| Requisition# | Months | Model | Monthly Payment |
| 00413431 | 48 | IMC4500 | $278.39 |
Attachments:
M.
AI-75336
Presentation, acceptance and approval of a "dated" Claim/Invoice [#973 for Unit L58-04/25/18] from CG Shop, LLC for repairs made to unit under the previous administration including authority to submit a Requisition and generate a Purchase Order in order to process the invoice for payment.
Attachments:
N.
AI-75344
Precinct #4
- polysure measure bottles
- strength resistance bands
- kitchen scales
- shake it up salad sets
- cooling towels
- anti-bacterial hand sanitizers
- cold/flu kits
Approve Restatement of Public Purpose Declaration [C-AI# 74718/ CC 03/10/20/"Tu Salud Si Cuenta" Program"] and add items including, but not limited, to the following:
- exercise stretch bands- polysure measure bottles
- strength resistance bands
- kitchen scales
- shake it up salad sets
- cooling towels
- anti-bacterial hand sanitizers
- cold/flu kits
of which under PO# 815558 issued 04/27/20 are items under the "Tu Salud Si Cuenta" Program along with the previous Exhibit A attached as supporting documentation.
O.
AI-75286
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of Exhibit A/Specifications for Project No. 2020-041 for Rental of Uniforms and to include re-advertising if applicable.
P.
AI-75297
Requesting acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services under WA #3 Contract #C-18-142-05-08 for Five (5) Bus Shelters with accessible parking (PO#789747):.
| INVOICE #: | AMOUNT: |
| 10036332 | $ 1,268.70 |
Attachments:
Q.
AI-75265
Hidalgo County Pct. 4
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263), Hidalgo County Precinct 4 is requesting the following, including but not limited to the following items more specifically described in Exhibit A attached herein:
1. Approval to declare metal items in pictures as surplus property or salvage property [which is applicable] as per TxLGC 263.151(1), 'items are obsolete/unusable;
2. As per TxLGC 263.152(a)(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be sold as scrap metal [through a quote process to garner to best price per ton]
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 263), Hidalgo County Precinct 4 is requesting the following, including but not limited to the following items more specifically described in Exhibit A attached herein:
1. Approval to declare metal items in pictures as surplus property or salvage property [which is applicable] as per TxLGC 263.151(1), 'items are obsolete/unusable;
2. As per TxLGC 263.152(a)(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be sold as scrap metal [through a quote process to garner to best price per ton]
Attachments:
R.
AI-75264
Hidalgo County Pct. 4:
Pursuant to TxLGC 263, action, including, but not limited to, the following:
1. As per 263.051(1) declare as "Salvage" more specifically an old wooden shed located behind the Mechanic's Shop located at 1102 N. Doolittle Rd., Edinburg [see pics attached herein] as 'item is obsolete/unusable and/or damaged...' and is not part of the Pct.'s inventory [with no value];
2. As per TxLGC 263.162(a}(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be destroyed or otherwise disposed so as to no longer pose a hazard and/or danger in it's present state and condition.
Pursuant to TxLGC 263, action, including, but not limited to, the following:
1. As per 263.051(1) declare as "Salvage" more specifically an old wooden shed located behind the Mechanic's Shop located at 1102 N. Doolittle Rd., Edinburg [see pics attached herein] as 'item is obsolete/unusable and/or damaged...' and is not part of the Pct.'s inventory [with no value];
2. As per TxLGC 263.162(a}(1)(3) approve an "Order" that the "salvage property" be destroyed or otherwise disposed so as to no longer pose a hazard and/or danger in it's present state and condition.
Attachments:
S.
AI-75232
Requesting approval to reject all bids received for the "Purchase of Surveillance Tower" Bid #2020-02-03-18-MEG as requested by Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
Attachments:
T.
AI-75266
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by TEDSI Infrastructure Group for professional engineering services provided under Contract C-12-119-07-31 (WA# 3) for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project.
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Dicker Road Project (WA#3) | 10/22/19 | 2019698-RR | $1,500.00 | 806635 |
| Dicker Road Project (WA#3) | 01/20/20 | 2019752-R | $2,325.00 | 806635 |
Attachments:
U.
AI-74862
Approval of payment of Invoice #084-04 in the amount of $9,945.00 submitted by the project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-19-066-02-26 (WA#1), for the Pct 2 Minnesota Road Project.
Attachments:
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 5th day of May, 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 May 5, 2020.
Signed this 7th day of May 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 5th day of May, 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 May 5, 2020.
Signed this 7th day of May 2020
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy