CONSENT REGULAR MEETING - July 28, 2020
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 28th day of July A.D., 2020, there was begun and held a REGULAR MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE JOE M. FLORES HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
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 CONSENT REGULAR COMMISSIONERS' COURT July 28, 2020 1:45 P.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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. (Audio Reference 40m:00s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Consent Agenda items 11.A.1 & 2 to be pulled for further discussion.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 11.A.1 & 2.
1.
AI-76526
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-76621
Presentation of Fund Information Report
3.
2020 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-76613
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / HRSA (1293)
Attachments:
B.
AI-76615
2020 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200)
Attachments:
C.
AI-76617
2020 - Pct.4 Admin (1200)
Attachments:
D.
AI-76586
2020 - County Judge-Census Division (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-76582
2020 - PCT 1 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-76588
2020 PCT 1 Adm. (1200)
Attachments:
G.
AI-76581
2020 - IT Department (1100 C.W.)
Attachments:
H.
AI-76544
2020 - Constable Pct.1 (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-76540
2020 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-76520
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / RLSS/LPHS (1293)
Attachments:
K.
AI-76580
2020 - Health & Human Services Dept. / IMM (1293)
4.
2020 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-76569
Pct. #1 (1200):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from program 005 to program 004 in the amount of $22,500.00 to fund consulting contract.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from program 005 to program 004 in the amount of $22,500.00 to fund consulting contract.
Attachments:
B.
AI-76597
Juvenile (1100):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from CO Wide Adm Contingency to Juvenile Boot Camp PAS to fund the replacement and installation of AC units and motherboard at the Juvenile Boot Camp facility in the amount of $100,000.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from CO Wide Adm Contingency to Juvenile Boot Camp PAS to fund the replacement and installation of AC units and motherboard at the Juvenile Boot Camp facility in the amount of $100,000.
Attachments:
C.
AI-76614
TxDOT-Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project-Sec 2 (1315):
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT-Pct 2 Dicker Rd Project (Prg 062) to TxDOT-Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project -Section 2 (Prg 110) in the amount of $20,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2020 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT-Pct 2 Dicker Rd Project (Prg 062) to TxDOT-Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project -Section 2 (Prg 110) in the amount of $20,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-76555
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.
County Judges Office:
A.
AI-76566
Economic Development:
Discussion and possible action regarding a payment for February 2020 through April 2020 tax increment due in 2021 under the Interlocal Agreement by and among the City of Penitas, Hidalgo County, and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Penitas, Texas.
Discussion and possible action regarding a payment for February 2020 through April 2020 tax increment due in 2021 under the Interlocal Agreement by and among the City of Penitas, Hidalgo County, and Reinvestment Zone Number One, City of Penitas, Texas.
Attachments:
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-76536
| No. | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | D2980.99.000.0026.02 | COMPASS BANK | $3,427.38 |
| 2 | L2450.00.000.0015.00 | ARTURO E GUERRA JR | $3,334.74 |
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B.
AI-76537
| No. | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | A2600.04.000.0003.00 | AARONSON LIMITED PRTNRSHP THE | $12,385.76 |
| 2 | C1530.00.000.000B.00 | HAAS PAUL J | $11,270.61 |
| 3 | H0111.00.000.0001.00 | HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP | $23,430.87 |
| 4 | H0112.00.001.0001.00 | HEB GROCERY CO | $10,979.21 |
| 5 | H0160.02.000.0002.00 | H E BUTT GROCERY COMPANY | $4,914.83 |
| 6 | M2069.00.000.000A.00 | HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP | $9,623.89 |
| 7 | P2344.00.000.0001.00 | HEB GROCERY COMPANY LP | $11,519.66 |
| 8 | R1953.00.000.0001.00 | AARONSON LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | $12,595.12 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-76535
| No. | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | H3262.00.000.0008.00 | LEVINE ANDREW M.D. | $ 2,541.91 |
| 2 | L6050.00.000.0289.10 | LEO FELIZ B & JAMES A LEO | $ 2,610.26 |
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8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-76572
District Clerk (1100): Requesting approval to pay the following 2020 membership fees for District Clerk Laura Hinojosa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor:
1) 2020 County & District Clerks' Association of Texas (CDCAT) $125.00 (req. no.414432)
1) 2020 County & District Clerks' Association of Texas (CDCAT) $125.00 (req. no.414432)
Attachments:
9.
Headstart:
A.
AI-76492
Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-76493
Approval of Monthly Special Services Report
Attachments:
C.
AI-76491
Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report
Attachments:
D.
AI-76490
Approval of Financial Report: May 2020
Attachments:
10.
Urban County:
A.
AI-76556
Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide Area under the Colonia Self-Help Center Program.
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11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-76469
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,069,575.80 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 07/09/20 to 07/22/20.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 40m:26s)
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 11.A.1 & 2.
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 items 11.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The court proceeded to item 19.A.2. on the Regular Commissioners Court Agenda. (Audio Reference 40m:50s)
| 07/09-15/20 | $ 542,946.67 |
| 07/16-22/20 | $ 526,629.13 |
| TOTAL | $1,069,575.80 |
(Audio Reference 40m:26s)
Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 11.A.1 & 2.
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 items 11.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The court proceeded to item 19.A.2. on the Regular Commissioners Court Agenda. (Audio Reference 40m:50s)
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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-76529
1. Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract E-19-121-07-16 for H.C. "Bulk Gasoline & On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Misc." with Arguindegui Management co., LLC dba/Arguindegui Oil. co., II LTD under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded;
2. Authority to advertise with approval of RFB No. 2020-238--00-00-YZV procurement packet (i.e., specifications-requirements, contract etc.,) as attached hereto for H.C. "Bulk Gasoline & On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Misc." including the re-advertising when/if applicable.
2. Authority to advertise with approval of RFB No. 2020-238--00-00-YZV procurement packet (i.e., specifications-requirements, contract etc.,) as attached hereto for H.C. "Bulk Gasoline & On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Misc." including the re-advertising when/if applicable.
Attachments:
B.
AI-76565
Requesting approval to pay final invoice# 10036339 in the amount of $3,149.50 for professional engineering services rendered in connection with Hidalgo County Texas A & M Agrilife Extension -WA# 4 by Halff Associates, Inc.
Attachments:
C.
AI-75730
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below for professional services, submitted by project architect, The Warren Group Architects, Inc. through Contract C-15-159-09-15 for the Countywide Mechanic Shop Facility Project:
| Project Name | Invoice Date |
Invoice # |
Amount | PO# |
| Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project | 07/24/18 | 009 | $2,845.92 | 740633 |
| Co Wide Mech Shop Facility Project | 01/29/19 | 010 | $ 948.64 | 740633 |
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D.
AI-76539
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) | 04/22/20 | 202054 | $1,650.00 | 806635 |
| Dicker Road Project (WA#3) | 05/05/20 | 202067 | $9,815.00 | 806635 |
| Dicker Road Project (WA#3) | 07/21/20 | 202091-R | $2,045.00 | 806635 |
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E.
AI-76541
Health & Human Services:
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec 52 for the purpose of outreach items including but not limited to: Felt Glasses Pouch, ProtectRite Antibacterial, Lunch Tote Bag for a period of 07/28/2020 to 12/31/2020.
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F.
AI-76595
Requesting approval to enter into a thirty six (36) month Commercial Alarm Monitoring Agreement for security and fire monitoring services with Superior Alarms with authority to execute the Commercial Equipment Purchase Agreement for the purchase of a wireless security system which includes installation for Election Office located on 213 S. Closner in Edinburg, Texas for the amount of $745.00 [equipment/labor] and $660.00 annually for the security & fire monitoring services.
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G.
AI-76610
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 9 (C-18-199-02-12) with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -Regional Linear Park Project - Section 2 (from Ridge Road to Hall Acres Road) as recommended by project engineer, Saul Muñoz, P.E..
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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 28th day of July, 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 July 28, 2020.
Signed this 29th day of July 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 28th day of July, 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 July 28, 2020.
Signed this 29th day of July 2020
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy