REGULAR MEETING - March 23, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 23rd day of March A.D., 2021, there was begun and held a REGULAR MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS’ COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING March 23, 2021 2:00 P.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
In accordance with section 418.016 of the Texas Government Code, Governor Abbott has suspended various provisions that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present at a specified meeting location. As a result, all or some government officials may participate via video conference. Additionally, members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
To participate in public comment, please call: (956) 292-7630 and you will be given further instruction and be provided with a toll free number at that time.
1.
Roll Call (Audio Reference 26m:26s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:01 P.M.
All members of the court were present during the roll call.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:01 P.M.
All members of the court were present during the roll call.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 26m:52s)
Veteran Nancy Bazan led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Veteran Nancy Bazan led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 28m:38s)
Honorable Judge of the 139th District Court, Robert "Bobby" Flores, offered the prayer.
Honorable Judge of the 139th District Court, Robert "Bobby" Flores, offered the prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 29m:46s)
The court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
The court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
5.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 30m:05s)
There were three participants for Open Forum.
Participants, Taylor Kramer and Fern McClaugherty, came before the court to express their concerns with the mask mandate, and how county officials operated the county during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ms. McClaugherty also addressed agenda items 10.B,10.C,15.A, and 17.F.1.
Last participant, Gary Groves, came before the court to express his concerns on the penalties and interest accrued on property taxes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
No action was taken on agenda item 5 - Open Forum.
The court proceeded to agenda item 20 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 39m:38s)
There were three participants for Open Forum.
Participants, Taylor Kramer and Fern McClaugherty, came before the court to express their concerns with the mask mandate, and how county officials operated the county during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ms. McClaugherty also addressed agenda items 10.B,10.C,15.A, and 17.F.1.
Last participant, Gary Groves, came before the court to express his concerns on the penalties and interest accrued on property taxes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
No action was taken on agenda item 5 - Open Forum.
The court proceeded to agenda item 20 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 39m:38s)
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-79965
DA - Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924303 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) (Audio Reference 41m:43s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924303 grant adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) (Audio Reference 41m:43s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-79919
DA - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor (DVSP) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor (DVSP) Grant #2931306 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). (Audio Reference 42m:17s)
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to submit a Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor (DVSP) Grant #2931306 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). (Audio Reference 42m:17s)
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-80040
Sheriff's L.E.O.S.E. (Fund 1220)
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the 2021 L.E.O.S.E. allocation payment of $33,949.66 received from the State Comptroller of Public Accounts. (Audio Reference 42m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by JUDGE RICHARD CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2021 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation in the amount of $33,949.66. (Audio Reference 43m:32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for the 2021 L.E.O.S.E. allocation payment of $33,949.66 received from the State Comptroller of Public Accounts. (Audio Reference 42m:42s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by JUDGE RICHARD CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2021 L.E.O.S.E. Allocation in the amount of $33,949.66. (Audio Reference 43m:32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-80078
Presentation for discussion, consideration, and approval to accept donation of one (1) German Shepherd Canine (K-9) to the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 Office by the Department of Defense. (Audio Reference 43m:56s)
Javier Rodriguez, with the Constable Pct. 4 Office, stated that the estimate value of the German Shepherd Canine is $5,500.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Javier Rodriguez, with the Constable Pct. 4 Office, stated that the estimate value of the German Shepherd Canine is $5,500.00
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-80045
Discussion, consideration and approval for Employee No. 139203 to be paid out for accrued Annual, Compensatory Time and Holiday Leave while employed under the Texas Tropical Behavioral Health (TTBH) Program, a grant position. Employee has transferred to a Constable Precinct 4 full-time position. (Audio Reference 44m:40s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-80079
Requesting approval to submit the "Pro Rata Tobacco Settlement Distribution County Expenditure Statement - 2021" to the Department of State Health Services, and authorize County Judge to execute the report. (Audio Reference 45m:21s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the following, if applicable, for personnel items listed:
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 46m:11s)
At the request of Erika Reyna from the Department Human Resources, the court only took action on agenda item 10.3, and not on agenda items 10.A.1, nor 10.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 46m:11s)
At the request of Erika Reyna from the Department Human Resources, the court only took action on agenda item 10.3, and not on agenda items 10.A.1, nor 10.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
B.
AI-79884
CARES Act Relief Fund (1287):
1. Approval to extend the following time-limited positions effective 04/01/2021 through 09/30/2021:
(Audio Reference 46m:51s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 168238 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-096-0002) and employee no. 240761 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-096-0005). (Audio Reference 47m:23s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to extend the following time-limited positions effective 04/01/2021 through 09/30/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 115-096 | 0002 | COVID-19 Clerk I | 01 |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 115-096 | 0005 | COVID-19 Clerk I | 01 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 168238 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-096-0002) and employee no. 240761 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 115-096-0005). (Audio Reference 47m:23s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-80058
Health - COVID-19 Grant (1293):
1. Approval to extend the following time-limited positions effective 03/15/2021 through 07/02/2021:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 245658 to COVID-19 Clerk I (slot no. 340-076-T031). (Audio Reference 48m:01s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.C.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to extend the following time-limited positions effective 03/15/2021 through 07/02/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend temporary part-time position | 340-076 | T031 | COVID-19 Clerk I | 01 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.C.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-80039
"Subject to compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable." The CDBG-DR GLO 2015 Housing program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors & A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following (Pending legal review):
1. (2) Units in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $159,555.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors
2. (1) Unit in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $74,600.00 to A-One Insulation. (Audio Reference 49m:02s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. (2) Units in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $159,555.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors
2. (1) Unit in the Countywide area in the total contract amount of $74,600.00 to A-One Insulation. (Audio Reference 49m:02s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-80070
Requesting approval to submit a request to the Department of State Health Services to realign available funds in the COVID-19 grant program. (Audio Reference 50m:09s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-79826
Pursuant to Chapter 121 Local Public Health Reorganization Act; Sec. 121.006, requesting approval of the Schedule of Fees for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department based on the 2021 Federal Poverty Level and the Full Pay Fee Schedule to be effective April 1, 2021. (Audio Reference 50m:34s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI-80020
Requesting approval to accept a cash donation from client in the amount of $20.00. (Audio Reference 51m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
13.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-79918
Discussion/Approval/Appointment of One Community Representative by Everardo “Ever” Villarreal, County Commissioner, Precinct 3 to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for the remainder of Program Year 2020-2021 ending on October 20, 2021 (Audio Reference 51m:36s)
Commissioner Fuentes rejoined the meeting.
Commissioner Villarreal appointed Avelina Pena Segovia
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on appointee Avelina Pena Segovia.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes rejoined the meeting.
Commissioner Villarreal appointed Avelina Pena Segovia
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on appointee Avelina Pena Segovia.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
14.
Fire Marshal's Office:
A.
AI-80016
Discussion, consideration and action on an Order restricting outdoor burning (Audio Reference 52m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-79975
Community Service Agency (3300):
Approval to create three (3) full-time temporary positions (pending budget approval) for six (6) months beginning 04/01/2021 and ending 09/30/2021, as follows:
(Audio Reference 53m:53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to create three (3) full-time temporary positions (pending budget approval) for six (6) months beginning 04/01/2021 and ending 09/30/2021, as follows:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot |
Position Title | Proposed Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Create | 901-033 | T079 | Case Study Manager | $32,115.00 |
| Create | 901-033 | T080 | Eligibility Worker II | $29,801.00 |
| Create | 901-033 | T081 | Coordinator II | $43,796.00 |
(Audio Reference 53m:53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
16.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-80054
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. East Acres Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Los Vientos Subdivision, L.L.C.) (Minnesota Road & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lot and surface runoff will drain into Minnesota Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road is paved.
b. TSM Ovalle Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Rosendo Ovalle) (Jaguar Drive & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X (Shaded)
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lot and surface runoff will drain into Jaguar Drive road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Jaguar Drive is paved.
c. Salinas & Sons Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Josefina Ramirez) (F.M. 493 & F.M. 2812)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into F.M. 493 road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, F.M. 493 is paved.
d. Ingle Springs Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Hi Starr Investments, LLC.) (Ingle Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 98 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:12
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and 4 internal streets to be paved.
e. Carmen Avila Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Jefferson Road Property Investments) (Carmen Avila Road & Mile 22 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 143 Single Family, 6 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:18
Filling Stations:9
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Carmen Avila Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 57m:11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.1 a through e.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Preliminary Approval
a. Villa Paraiso Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose Hernandez) (Minnesota Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 20 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
b. Bellawoods Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Graciela Estates, LLC.) (Benito Ramirez Road & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 47 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road is paved and 2 internal streets to be paved.
c. 2812 Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Daniec Development, Inc.) (F.M. 2812 & Carmen Avila Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family, 4 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by discharging onto a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, F.M. 2812 is paved and 5 internal streets to be paved.
d. Aurora Valley Phase 6 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Rhodes Development, Inc.) (Dillon Road & Anderson Road)
No. of Lots: 61 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Anderson Road and Dillon Road are paved.3 internal streets to be paved.
e. Caledonia West Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Caledonia Estates Corporation Phase II) (Curry Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 78 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Curry Road and 6 internal streets to be paved.
f. Vista Linda Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Riverside Development Services, LLC.) (Rogers Road & Hoehn Drive)
No. of Lots: 107 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:15
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Rogers Road is paved and 7 internal streets to be paved.
g. Mile 9 North Meadows Subdivision- Pct. 1 (RCI Development-Wisconsin, LTD.) (Mile 9 North Road & Mile 2 ½ East Road)
No. of Lots: 119 Single Family
Flood Zone: X (Shaded)
Estimated Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mercedes.
Paved: Yes, Mile 9 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road are paved.5 internal streets to be paved.
h. Las Encinitas Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (EIA Properties LTD.) (Monte Cristo Road & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 126 Single Family, 17 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:27
Filling Stations:20
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 58m:10s)
Commissioner Cantu exited the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 16.A.2 a through h.
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Sunset Valley Phase V Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose Sandoval) (Victoria Road & Stites Road)
No. of Lots: 30 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 7
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage is provided by storm sewer system and detention has been provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s for lots 103-105 are installed.27 OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Victoria Road is paved and 1 internal street has been paved.
*Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $40,500.00 for (27) OSSF’s (Audio Reference 59m:17s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 16.A.3
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
4. Final Approval
a. Gepetto Meadows Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Christopher Steven Ross) (Eubanks Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lot and surface runoff will drain into Eubanks Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Eubanks Road is paved.
b. Mira Vista No. 2 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Red Rock Real Estates Dev.) (Camino Real Viejo Road & F.M. 1015)
No. of Lots: 35 Multi-Family
Flood Zone:B
Streetlights: 10
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Camino Real Viejo Road is paved and 3 internal streets have been paved.
c. Silver Heights Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Robert Garza) (Raul Longoria Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 45 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone:B
Streetlights: 6
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system with onsite detention and discharging onto an existing drainage system along Raul Longoria Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Raul Longoria Road is paved and 2 internal streets have been paved. (Audio Reference 59m:41s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.4 a through c.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
a. East Acres Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Los Vientos Subdivision, L.L.C.) (Minnesota Road & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lot and surface runoff will drain into Minnesota Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road is paved.
b. TSM Ovalle Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Rosendo Ovalle) (Jaguar Drive & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X (Shaded)
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lot and surface runoff will drain into Jaguar Drive road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Jaguar Drive is paved.
c. Salinas & Sons Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Josefina Ramirez) (F.M. 493 & F.M. 2812)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into F.M. 493 road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, F.M. 493 is paved.
d. Ingle Springs Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Hi Starr Investments, LLC.) (Ingle Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 98 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:12
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and 4 internal streets to be paved.
e. Carmen Avila Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Jefferson Road Property Investments) (Carmen Avila Road & Mile 22 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 143 Single Family, 6 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:18
Filling Stations:9
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Carmen Avila Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 57m:11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.1 a through e.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Preliminary Approval
a. Villa Paraiso Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose Hernandez) (Minnesota Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 20 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
b. Bellawoods Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Graciela Estates, LLC.) (Benito Ramirez Road & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 47 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road is paved and 2 internal streets to be paved.
c. 2812 Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Daniec Development, Inc.) (F.M. 2812 & Carmen Avila Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family, 4 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by discharging onto a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, F.M. 2812 is paved and 5 internal streets to be paved.
d. Aurora Valley Phase 6 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Rhodes Development, Inc.) (Dillon Road & Anderson Road)
No. of Lots: 61 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Anderson Road and Dillon Road are paved.3 internal streets to be paved.
e. Caledonia West Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Caledonia Estates Corporation Phase II) (Curry Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 78 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Curry Road and 6 internal streets to be paved.
f. Vista Linda Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Riverside Development Services, LLC.) (Rogers Road & Hoehn Drive)
No. of Lots: 107 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:15
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Rogers Road is paved and 7 internal streets to be paved.
g. Mile 9 North Meadows Subdivision- Pct. 1 (RCI Development-Wisconsin, LTD.) (Mile 9 North Road & Mile 2 ½ East Road)
No. of Lots: 119 Single Family
Flood Zone: X (Shaded)
Estimated Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Mercedes.
Paved: Yes, Mile 9 North Road and Mile 2 ½ East Road are paved.5 internal streets to be paved.
h. Las Encinitas Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (EIA Properties LTD.) (Monte Cristo Road & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 126 Single Family, 17 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:27
Filling Stations:20
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 58m:10s)
Commissioner Cantu exited the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 16.A.2 a through h.
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Sunset Valley Phase V Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose Sandoval) (Victoria Road & Stites Road)
No. of Lots: 30 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: 7
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage is provided by storm sewer system and detention has been provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’s for lots 103-105 are installed.27 OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Victoria Road is paved and 1 internal street has been paved.
*Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $40,500.00 for (27) OSSF’s (Audio Reference 59m:17s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 16.A.3
Vote: 4- 0 - Unanimously
4. Final Approval
a. Gepetto Meadows Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Christopher Steven Ross) (Eubanks Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone:X
Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lot and surface runoff will drain into Eubanks Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Eubanks Road is paved.
b. Mira Vista No. 2 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Red Rock Real Estates Dev.) (Camino Real Viejo Road & F.M. 1015)
No. of Lots: 35 Multi-Family
Flood Zone:B
Streetlights: 10
Filling Stations: 4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Camino Real Viejo Road is paved and 3 internal streets have been paved.
c. Silver Heights Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Robert Garza) (Raul Longoria Road & Trenton Road)
No. of Lots: 45 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone:B
Streetlights: 6
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system with onsite detention and discharging onto an existing drainage system along Raul Longoria Road.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Raul Longoria Road is paved and 2 internal streets have been paved. (Audio Reference 59m:41s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.4 a through c.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Hidalgo County
1.
AI-80048
Requesting approval of an Amendment [through paragraph IV, item #11] to the current contract between Hidalgo County and Cook/Joyce to reflect a necessary name change due to the acquisition of assets by Intera Geoscience and Engineering Solutions and thus assignment of said assets [including current Purchase Order(s)]. (Audio Reference 1h 00m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-79868
A. Acceptance and approval of pre-qualified firms submitting "Statements of Qualifications" for establishment of a "Pools" (as listed on the RFQ Acceptance Sheets attached hereto) for engagement through the established statutory and local protocol (i.e. nomination by user grading/scoring, presentation to CC for ranking, authority for negotiations for a final agreement, etc.) on an "As Needed Basis" per project by all County Departments and /or applicable Programs requiring said services as set forth in the requirements stated in the County's Request for Qualifications packet for the following listed Professional Services with an effective date of 03-25-21 subject to each firm complying will all requirements as set forth in the HCCC approved RFQ packet prior to nomination/consideration for evaluation/grading by end users: NOTE: SEE BACKGROUND; (Audio Reference 1h 00m:53s)
| Project No. | Description | No. of Participants - FY2020 | No. of Participants - FY2021 | |
| 1 | 2020-568 | Architectural Services | 15 | 14 |
| 2 | 2020-565 | Engineering Services | 44 | 41 |
| 3 | 2020-566 | Engineering Services Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing | 7 | 8 |
| 4 | 2020-564 | Construction Management Services | 25 | 21 |
| 5 | 2020-567 | Appraisal Services and/or Appraisal Review Services | 5 | 4 |
| 6 | 2020-563 | Surveying Services | 16 | 10 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.A.2.A
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, stated for the record, it is approval of services as stated on the chart above on agenda item 17.A.2.A
B. Pursuant to CC approved RFQ "Legal Notice to Waive Minor Informalities or Technicalities and Section 13". specifically: a submitted SOQ from AG3 Group [Engineering firm from San Antonio, Tx] that was timely delivered by FedEx [see supporting documentation] to the HC Tax Office and NOT the Purchasing Dept. with CC action to ACCEPT or DECLINE AND RETURN. Note: SEE BACKGROUND; (Audio Reference 1h 02m:05s)
The court moved to accept.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to ACCEPT, on agenda item 17.A.2.B
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Action by CC to authorize the re-advertising of any one of the RFQs in Item A herein to encourage more participation. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 00s)
The court agreed to take no action on agenda item 17.A.2.C.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-80041
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:03m 47s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional engineering service providers for " ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects;
(Audio Reference 1h:04m 06s)
Commissioner Villarreal exited the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.1.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional engineering service providers for " ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects;
| B2Z Engineering | International Consulting Engineers | Javier Hinojosa Engineering | |
| Evaluator No. 1 |
98 | 93 | 95 |
| Rank |
(Audio Reference 1h:04m 06s)
Commissioner Villarreal exited the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.1.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of B2Z Engineering for Professional Engineering services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No. 2 Projects. (Audio Reference 1h:04m 35s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.1.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.1.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-80044
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services; (Audio Reference 1h:04m 53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.2.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional engineering service providers for " ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.2.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional engineering service providers for " ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects;
| Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc. | Cruz-Hogan | Hinojosa Eng. | |
| Evaluator No. 1 |
98 | 95 | 93 |
| Rank |
(Audio Reference 1h:05m 08s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.2.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc for Professional Engineering services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No. 2 Projects. (Audio Reference 1h:05m 34s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.2.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.B.2.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-80047
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:05m 54s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.C.1.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.C.1.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid attached herein (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional engineering service providers for Project Specific Civil Engineering Services for the Design of Beacon Lights for 10th Street (Chapin & Rogers);
Firms/Score/Rank:
Consor:178 pts. /_____; GDJ Eng.: 195 pts./_____; Landtech:188 pts./_____; (Audio Reference 1h:06m 25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.C.1.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of GDJ Engineering for Project Specific Civil Engineering Services for the Design of Beacon Lights for 10th Street (Chapin & Rogers) for Precinct No. 4. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 01s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.C.1.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Firms/Score/Rank:
Consor:178 pts. /_____; GDJ Eng.: 195 pts./_____; Landtech:188 pts./_____; (Audio Reference 1h:06m 25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.C.1.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of GDJ Engineering for Project Specific Civil Engineering Services for the Design of Beacon Lights for 10th Street (Chapin & Rogers) for Precinct No. 4. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 01s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.C.1.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
IT Department
1.
AI-80067
A. Approval to enter into a one (1) year Master Service Agreement with AccuSource [in connection to original purchase done through AI-77330] through our membership/participation with TIPS contract 180703 with an automatic renewal for Employment Screening Services as set forth therein commencing upon approval including authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.; (Audio Reference 1h:07m 25s)
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.D.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting authority to purchase a one (1) Background Check Integration License through our membership participation with DIR-TSO-3984 vendor SHI authorized reseller NEOGOV in the amount of $2,975.00 including for County Judge to sign all required documentation. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 56s)
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.D.1.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.D.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting authority to purchase a one (1) Background Check Integration License through our membership participation with DIR-TSO-3984 vendor SHI authorized reseller NEOGOV in the amount of $2,975.00 including for County Judge to sign all required documentation. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 56s)
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.D.1.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-80037
Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and Mercedes Independent School District for the purpose of effectively responding to public health threats and emergencies. (Audio Reference 1h:08m 27s)
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.E.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.E.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-79691
A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 22.024 (a)(1)(2), attached herein; and, (Audio Reference 1h:08m 49s)
For the record, Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department stated a typographical error, in which the Texas Local Government Code should state 262.024, and not 22.024.
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.E.2.A
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
For the record, Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department stated a typographical error, in which the Texas Local Government Code should state 262.024, and not 22.024.
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.E.2.A
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Request by Hidalgo County Department of Health and Human Services to purchase two thousand four hundred and twenty four (2424) Abbott ID Testing Kits from Abbot Rapid DX North America, LLC in the total amount of $99,384.00 meeting specifications and requirements. (Audio Reference 1h:09m 10s)
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.E.2.B
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu was not able to participate on the vote due to technical difficulties.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.E.2.B
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
District Courts
1.
AI-80049
Pursuant to provision 1.3 [Holdover] of the current agreement between Hidalgo County and Jose E. Garcia, approval to continue Contract #C-17-036-03-07 for "Lease of Office Space in the City of Edinburg to House the 430th State District Court so as to have no lapse in service effective 03-31-21. (Audio Reference 1h:10m 21s)
Commissioner Cantu exited the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.F.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu exited the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.F.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
G.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-80056
A. Requesting approval of Change Order #2 for HC "Countywide Automatic Door Project" to include additional equipment, door hardware, installation, configuration and removal services for the operation of automatic door openers and access control systems located at the following County locations; in the amount not to exceed $7,181.81 with ProSound, Inc, dba, MOOD.
| Location | Amount |
| District Attorney's Office | $ 0.00 |
| Precinct 2 Constables Office | $ 1,561.50 |
| Precinct 3 Constables Office | $ 0.00 |
| Precinct 2 Commissioner's Office [Admin Office] | $ 1,555.00 |
| Precinct 2 Commissioner's Office [Admin Office] | $ 2,903.00 |
| Precinct 1 Constables Office | $ 1,162.31 |
(Audio Reference 1h:11m 08s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.G.1.A
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to process necessary Purchase Order Increase for Change Order #2 in the amount of $7,181.81 under PO# 824181. (Audio Reference 1h:11m 43s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.G.1.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-79878
Requesting and approval of Addendum #2 to C-19-148-10-22 "Thyssenkrupp Elevator Corporation" for purpose of "Maintenance & Repair for Elevators Located In County Owned Buildings" under the same rates, terms and conditions with County Judge's signature required upon approval in connection with the McColl Road Facility, fka, Plains Captial Bank. (Audio Reference 1h:11m 59s)
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.G.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.G.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
Budget & Management
1.
AI-80055
Requesting acceptance and approval of WA#1 under C-20-680-12-29 [PCT.4 "on-call] in connection with Halff's proposal in the amount of $24,183.00 to provide engineering services for electrical and structural data cabling associated to the new furniture layouts at the Hidalgo County N. McColl Building with authority to issue/send Notice to Proceed [NTP]. (Audio Reference 1h:12m 27s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.H.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.H.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-79906
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Vehicles as listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein with including authority to remove said personal property from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's inventory list; (Audio Reference 1h:13m 01s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.I.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement {ILA} for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement vehicles between Hidalgo County [SO] and following municipalities;
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.I.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement {ILA} for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement vehicles between Hidalgo County [SO] and following municipalities;
| Contract No. | City |
| C-21-342-03-23 | City of Alamo |
| C-21-343-03-23 | City of Alton |
| C-21-344-03-23 | City of Edcouch |
| C-21-345-03-23 | City of La Joya |
(Audio Reference 1h:13m 30s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.H.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
- ICA & Approval Executed
- ICA & Approval Executed
- ICA & Approval Executed
- ICA & Approval Executed
- Depreciation-Disposition Form-SO to City of Edcouch
- Legal review and ok
- Depreciation-Disposition Form-SO to City of Alamo
- Alamo-ILA-HCSO
- Depreciation-Disposition Form-SO to City of Alton
- Alton - ILA-HCSO
- Edcouch-ILA HCSO
- Depreciation-Disposition Form-SO to City of La Joya
- La Joya-ILA-HCSO
- TX Local Government Code 263
- TX Government Code 791
J.
County Judge's Office:
1.
AI-80083
Emergency Management:
A. Requesting approval of Change Order #1 for "Turnkey Audio Visual Services Project" at the Annex IV Emergency Management Buildings B & C, to modify and/or replace equipment/accessories with equal to or greater than value at no additional cost to Hidalgo County with DataVox, Inc.; (Audio Reference 1h:14m 04s)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department stated approval subject to the receipt of Form 1295.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.J.1.A, subject to the receipt of Form 1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to modify PO# 826533 to reflect necessary description changes on the affected line items. (Audio Reference 1h:14m 41s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.J.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
A. Requesting approval of Change Order #1 for "Turnkey Audio Visual Services Project" at the Annex IV Emergency Management Buildings B & C, to modify and/or replace equipment/accessories with equal to or greater than value at no additional cost to Hidalgo County with DataVox, Inc.; (Audio Reference 1h:14m 04s)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department stated approval subject to the receipt of Form 1295.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.J.1.A, subject to the receipt of Form 1295.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to modify PO# 826533 to reflect necessary description changes on the affected line items. (Audio Reference 1h:14m 41s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.J.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting (Audio Reference 1h:15m 00s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.A.1, nor on 18.A.2.
The court proceeded to agenda item 18.C. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 12s)
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting (Audio Reference 1h:15m 00s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.A.1, nor on 18.A.2.
The court proceeded to agenda item 18.C. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 12s)
B.
AI-80071
Discussion, consideration and action on Resolution in support of legislation to create two new District Courts in Hidalgo County. (Audio Reference 41m:18s)
Commissioner Fuentes made a motion to support legislation to create one new District Court in Hidalgo County, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to create one new District Court in Hidalgo County.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The court returned back to agenda item 6.A. (Audio Reference 41m:43s)
Commissioner Fuentes made a motion to support legislation to create one new District Court in Hidalgo County, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to create one new District Court in Hidalgo County.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The court returned back to agenda item 6.A. (Audio Reference 41m:43s)
Attachments:
C.
AI-80034
Requesting approval to use the parking lot located at 505 S. McColl for Hidalgo County Employee Blood Drive by Vitalant, formerly called United Blood Services during the months of April/May (Audio Reference 1h:15m 12s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
19.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:15m 35s)
No action was taken on agenda item 19.A.1.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety (Audio Reference 1h:15m 46s)
No action was taken on agenda item 19.B.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:15m 52s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the county will continue to follow CDC guidelines to ensure the safety of all the constituents and county employees conducting business at county facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
No action was taken on agenda item 19.C.
The court proceeded to agenda item 21 (Audio Reference 1h 16m:37s)
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:15m 35s)
No action was taken on agenda item 19.A.1.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety (Audio Reference 1h:15m 46s)
No action was taken on agenda item 19.B.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:15m 52s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the county will continue to follow CDC guidelines to ensure the safety of all the constituents and county employees conducting business at county facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
No action was taken on agenda item 19.C.
The court proceeded to agenda item 21 (Audio Reference 1h 16m:37s)
20.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), 551.0725 (Deliberation regarding Contract being Negotiated), 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 551.0745 (Personnel Matters affecting County Advisory Body) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 39m:38s)
The court proceeded into Closed Session at 2:15 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), 551.0725 (Deliberation regarding Contract being Negotiated), 551.074 (Personnel Matters) 551.0745 (Personnel Matters affecting County Advisory Body) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 39m:38s)
The court proceeded into Closed Session at 2:15 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
Reference agenda item 22.A.
Reference agenda item 22.A.
B.
Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code.
Reference agenda item 22.B.
Reference agenda item 22.B.
C.
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
Reference agenda item 22.C.
Reference agenda item 22.C.
D.
AI-80089
Cause #C-2838-19-D; Lydia Tummel, et al v Maria Escamilla, et al
Reference agenda item 22.D.
Reference agenda item 22.D.
21.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 1h 16m:37s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 21.A, nor 21.B.
The court proceeded to agenda item 25 - Adjournment.
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 1h 16m:37s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 21.A, nor 21.B.
The court proceeded to agenda item 25 - Adjournment.
22.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 40m:29s)
The court returned from Closed Session at 3:35 P.M, and proceeded to agenda item 22.A. (Audio Reference 40m:49s)
The court returned from Closed Session at 3:35 P.M, and proceeded to agenda item 22.A. (Audio Reference 40m:49s)
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same (Audio Reference 40m:49s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 22.A.
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 22.A.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation (Audio Reference 40m:54s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 22.B.
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 22.B.
C.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency (Audio Reference 40m:58s)
Reference agenda item 19.
Reference agenda item 19.
D.
AI-80090
Cause #C-2838-19-D; Lydia Tummel, et al v Maria Escamilla, et al (Audio Reference 41m:05s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the department will proceed as directed.
No action was taken on agenda item 22.D.
The court returned back to agenda item 18.B. (Audio Reference 41m:18s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the department will proceed as directed.
No action was taken on agenda item 22.D.
The court returned back to agenda item 18.B. (Audio Reference 41m:18s)
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The court did not proceeded into agenda item 23 - Closed Session.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The court did not proceeded into agenda item 23 - Closed Session.
24.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The court did not proceeded to agenda item 24 - Open Session.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The court did not proceeded to agenda item 24 - Open Session.
25.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 1h:18m 26s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, announced that the commissioners and the judge will be returning to Commissioners' Court on April 6, 2021 to conduct the meetings. Lastly, Mr. Guerra did emphasize that there will be limited seating, social distancing, and the utilization of Zoom Software for the departments to present their items.
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 4:13 PM..
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, announced that the commissioners and the judge will be returning to Commissioners' Court on April 6, 2021 to conduct the meetings. Lastly, Mr. Guerra did emphasize that there will be limited seating, social distancing, and the utilization of Zoom Software for the departments to present their items.
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 4:13 PM..
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 23rd day of March, 2021
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 March 23, 2021.
Signed this 24th day of March 2021
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 23rd day of March, 2021
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 March 23, 2021.
Signed this 24th day of March 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy