CONSENT 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 CONSENT REGULAR COMMISSIONERS' COURT March 23, 2021 2:00 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 29m:46s)
No Consent Agenda items were pulled for further discussion. The court moved to approve the Consent Agenda.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of the Consent Agenda.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda item 5 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 30m:05s)
1.
AI-80100
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-80101
Presentation of Fund Information Report
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3.
2021 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-80077
2021 - Emergency Management (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-80066
2021 - 449th District Court (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-80050
2021 - District Clerk (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-80024
2021 - Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-79989
2021 - Pct 2 Administration (1200)
Attachments:
F.
AI-80032
2021 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-79983
2021 - CW Mech Shop (1200)
Attachments:
H.
AI-80022
2021 - Constable Pct 2 (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-80031
2021 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-80081
2021 - PCT1 Admin (1200)
Attachments:
K.
AI-80036
2021 - PCT1 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-79995
2021 - PCT 1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
M.
AI-79970
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / ZIKA CMM (1293)
N.
AI-80017
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293)
O.
AI-80051
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm (1100)
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4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-80046
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)
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5.
County Treasurer:
A.
AI-80008
County Treasurer:
Approval to pay the 2021 membership dues to Texas Association of Counties in the amount of $150.00 for Lita L. Leo, County Treasurer, after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor's Office. Req No - 430653
Approval to pay the 2021 membership dues to Texas Association of Counties in the amount of $150.00 for Lita L. Leo, County Treasurer, after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor's Office. Req No - 430653
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6.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-80023
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of March 1-15, 2021 in the amount of $40,226.80 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of March 1-15, 2021 in the amount of $40,226.80 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
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7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-80019
| No. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | G0100.00.000.0006.01 | E. PEREZ APARTMENTS LLC | $8,082.22 |
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B.
AI-80014
| No. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | R0180.00.000.0001.00 | CEDARS HOSPITALITY LLC | $55,470.87 |
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8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-80026
Sheriff's Office (1100):
Requesting approval of requisition #430332 for payment of 2021 membership dues to the National Internal Affairs Investigators Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $100.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #430332 for payment of 2021 membership dues to the National Internal Affairs Investigators Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $100.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-80027
Sheriff's Office (1100):
Requesting approval of requisition #430328 for 2021 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #430328 for 2021 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-80028
Sheriff's Office (1100):
Requesting approval of requisition # 430329 for 2021 membership dues to the FBI LEEDA for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $50.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition # 430329 for 2021 membership dues to the FBI LEEDA for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $50.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
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D.
AI-80025
Sheriff Department:
Requesting approval of requisition #430333 for 2021 membership dues for Captain David D. Friedlein to the FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. in the amount of $130.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #430333 for 2021 membership dues for Captain David D. Friedlein to the FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. in the amount of $130.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-79953
Constable Pct 1 (1100)
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the 2021 National Narcotic Detector Dog Association, Inc., for Deputy Pablo Alegria in the amount of $55 (Req# 430513) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedure are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the 2021 National Narcotic Detector Dog Association, Inc., for Deputy Pablo Alegria in the amount of $55 (Req# 430513) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedure are completed by County Auditor.
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9.
Urban County:
A.
AI-80038
Request for approval of three (3) applicants in the Countywide area under the CDBG-DR GLO 2015 Housing Program.
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10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-79957
Facilities Management (1100):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan, effective 01/01/2021:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan, effective 01/01/2021:
| FROM | TO | ||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary |
| Budget Process Correction | 220-001 | 0047 | Custodian II | 03/03 | $25,347.00 | 03/04 | $26,234.00 |
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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-79977
Sheriff's Office:
1. Adm. Capt. Jose Vasquez, on behalf of the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is requesting the declaration of assets as "salvage" (pursuant to definition in Tx. LGC 263.151(1) listed in Exhibit "A" contained herein as supporting documentation with no value for disposition;
2. Approval to dispose of assets described in Exhibit "A" herein through landfill due to assets are too damaged and no longer serve the purpose they were intended for.1. Adm. Capt. Jose Vasquez, on behalf of the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is requesting the declaration of assets as "salvage" (pursuant to definition in Tx. LGC 263.151(1) listed in Exhibit "A" contained herein as supporting documentation with no value for disposition;
Attachments:
B.
AI-79857
Pct. #1:
Approval and ratification of including, but not limited to the following:
1. Schedule A-1 Monthly Equipment Rental
2. Amendment No. 1 to Master Lease/Rental Agreement; and,
3. Power Take-Off [PTO] Maintenance Agreement,
as required by vendor, Rush Trucks [sent to HC after approval of the Master Lease/Rental Agreement CC/R-AI#68942 on 02-12-19] with ratification of executed documents by Hon. David Fuentes, Commissioner, Pct. #1 and Purchasing Dept. issuance of PO #828777 in connection with the short term lease of a grapple truck to address work stoppage commencing on or about 03-04-21.
Approval and ratification of including, but not limited to the following:
1. Schedule A-1 Monthly Equipment Rental
2. Amendment No. 1 to Master Lease/Rental Agreement; and,
3. Power Take-Off [PTO] Maintenance Agreement,
as required by vendor, Rush Trucks [sent to HC after approval of the Master Lease/Rental Agreement CC/R-AI#68942 on 02-12-19] with ratification of executed documents by Hon. David Fuentes, Commissioner, Pct. #1 and Purchasing Dept. issuance of PO #828777 in connection with the short term lease of a grapple truck to address work stoppage commencing on or about 03-04-21.
Attachments:
C.
AI-80042
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of RFB No. 2021-395-04-28-JJR for the project titled: "LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE FOR LACTATION CENTER--McALLEN " for the Hidalgo County WIC Program including re-advertising when/if applicable.
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D.
AI-79982
Planning Department:
Approval of the annual subscription renewal for the Autodesk AutoCAD Software with DLT Solution, LLC through the updated contract DIR-TSO-4236 with life term existing on the Software and any future additional licenses to remain in effect as stated in previous agendas [C-AI#69403/ CC 09/15/20 and C-AI#48888/ CC 03/26/19] attached herein.
E.
AI-80043
Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department:
Approval of one (1) 48 month Capital Copier Lease with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, through HC's membership/participation with DIR Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435] with the following information: Requisition #00430097, 48 Months, Model #IM8000, Monthly Payment $424.93.
Approval of one (1) 48 month Capital Copier Lease with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, through HC's membership/participation with DIR Cooperative Contract [DIR-CPO-4435] with the following information: Requisition #00430097, 48 Months, Model #IM8000, Monthly Payment $424.93.
Attachments:
F.
AI-80035
Executive Office - Traffic Engineering:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | 2/28/21 | 11328503 | $12,577.44 | 827814 |
Attachments:
G.
AI-80015
Requesting acceptance and approval of invoice # 11328510 dated 02-28-21 in the amount of $8,506.90 as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. for engineering services provided for Mile 10 Project-From Mile 6 to FM 1015 (WA#1 PO# 796083).
Attachments:
H.
AI-80021
Precinct #2:
Approval of the following items for Clore Construction, LLC for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. for contract C-16-378-02-21 including, but not limited to: 1. Acceptance of Certificate of Completion, reflecting the date of February 26, 2021; 2. Application for Payment No. 46 RET release of retainage in the amount of $121,747.42.
Approval of the following items for Clore Construction, LLC for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project as submitted and recommended by project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. for contract C-16-378-02-21 including, but not limited to: 1. Acceptance of Certificate of Completion, reflecting the date of February 26, 2021; 2. Application for Payment No. 46 RET release of retainage in the amount of $121,747.42.
I.
AI-80013
Precinct #2:
Approval of Application for Payment No. 24 in the amount of $17,234.92 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project - Phase II submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-18-199-02-12 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Approval of Application for Payment No. 24 in the amount of $17,234.92 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project - Phase II submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-18-199-02-12 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Attachments:
J.
AI-80018
Approval of Application for Payment No. 15 in the amount of $697,816.27 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project submitted by the contractor, 2GS, LLC through Contract C-19-017-11-05 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Attachments:
K.
AI-79979
Requesting approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer, B2Z Engineering for Precinct 3 project.
| invoice No. | Date | Project | PO No. | Amount |
| 30002 | 3-1-2021 | Mile 3 N. Rd. | 823768 | $4,083.18 |
Attachments:
L.
AI-79952
Requesting approval of CO#1 for a decrease in the amount of ($15,600.00), as recommended by the project engineer, Halff & Associates, Inc., in connection to project-specific agreement #C-20-299-08-18 - RG Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Construction for "Construction of Storage Facility Mezzanine for Precinct 4.
Attachments:
M.
AI-79940
Hidalgo County:
1. Approval to exercise the county's option to utilize the final one (1) year renewal/extension term under Contract #C-19-060-03-26 for "Burial Services for Unidentified Pauper Remains," (under same rates, terms and conditions);
2. Amendment to clarify the terms of the agreement for #C-19-060-03-26 regarding the duration of the contract, the Amendment illustrates the intended expiration date of March 25, 2021 subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review as to legal form.1. Approval to exercise the county's option to utilize the final one (1) year renewal/extension term under Contract #C-19-060-03-26 for "Burial Services for Unidentified Pauper Remains," (under same rates, terms and conditions);
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