CONSENT REGULAR MEETING - March 30, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 30th 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 30, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 11m:17s)
Valde Guerra requested to pull items 3.G., 7.E. & 12.A.1. & 2. for further discussion.
The Court proceeded to approve the remainder of the Consent Agenda.
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 the Consent Agenda, excluding Consent Agenda items 3.G., 7.E. & 12.A.1. & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to item 3.G. for further discussion. (Audio Reference 11m:45s)
1.
AI-80102
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
Attachments:
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-80103
Presentation of Fund Information Report
3.
2021 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-80175
2021 - Pct.4 Road & Maint (1200)
Attachments:
B.
AI-80157
2021 - Veterans Services (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-80169
2021 - Emergency Management (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-80099
2021 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200)
Attachments:
E.
AI-80141
2021 - Nuisance Abatement Division (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-80148
2021 - AUTOPSIES (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-80107
2021 - Facilities Management Co Wide (1100) (Audio Reference 11m:45s)
Valde Guerra stated that the transfer was for Facilities Management Operations and not Facilities Management County Wide.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 3.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to item 7.E. (Audio Reference 12m:14s)
Valde Guerra stated that the transfer was for Facilities Management Operations and not Facilities Management County Wide.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on item 3.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to item 7.E. (Audio Reference 12m:14s)
Attachments:
H.
AI-80108
2021 - Facilities Management Co Wide (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-80121
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-80125
2021 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-80131
2021 - D.A. CJD VAP (1281)
Attachments:
L.
AI-80095
2021 - Constable Pct 1 (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-80105
2021 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100)
N.
AI-80093
2021-Constable Pct.3 (1100)
Attachments:
4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-80136
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
Attachments:
5.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-80173
Approval of Resolution honoring Coach Lew Hill.
Attachments:
6.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-80113
Acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services under WA #4 Contract# C-18-142-05-08 for "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Bus Barn", through the current (On-Call) Agreement.(PO #800977).
| Invoice | Amount |
| 10049600 | $3,011.00 |
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-80145
| No | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | J2240.00.000.00A3.00 | Davita | $5,956.46 |
| 2 | L2550.01.004.0011.00 | Alaniz Felix Jr | $4,970.21 |
| 3 | S2755.01.000.0001.00 | BNT of Texas LLC | $5,930.17 |
| 4 | T2100.00.232.0000.05 | Wells Fargo | $16,075.44 |
| 5 | V3853.00.000.0021.00 | Madiam LP | $3,429.38 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-80150
| No | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | E2900.02.00B.0040.00 | Noe Tamez | $4,092.77 |
| 2 | K2400.00.000.0099.01 | Warren V Alkek | $28,837.00 |
| 3 | L6050.00.000.0331.20 | Meza Homes Inc | $4,587.33 |
| 4 | N2840.00.000.0001.00 | Vinod Kasan | $10,415.00 |
| 5 | N4870.00.000.0057.00 | Connie A Galvan | $3,456.21 |
| 6 | S4550.00.000.0005.02 | Covius Mortgage Solutions | $3,115.88 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-80122
| No | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | C1400.00.065.0015.06 | Moreno Francisco & Rafael Ortega | $5,203.39 |
| 2 | L1700.99.000.002B.A8 | Dillard Texas South LLC | $48,255.75 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-80124
| No | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | A1800.00.037.0011.09 | Hinojosa Engineering Inc | $6,280.88 |
| 2 | C8900.00.000.0002.00 | Jay Amrit Development LTD | $10,680.88 |
| 3 | H2550.99.002.0014.B5 | Unimex Freight LLC | $9,861.10 |
| 4 | E3300.00.275.0016.00 | Edinburg Investment Company | $3,861.61 |
| 5 | H3475.00.021.0000.00 | Martinez Lucila De Cantu | $2,523.21 |
| 6 | L2555.01.000.046B.00 | La Joya Mixed Use LLC | $2,921.96 |
| 7 | S2950.00.000.0491.04 | North Via Cantera LLC | $5,927.92 |
| 8 | T6860.00.009.010A.00 | Cavazos Jose M & Esmeralda Z | $2,826.14 |
| 9 | V0513.01.02C.0053.00 | Torres Francisco J Sr & Claudia E | $4,367.33 |
| 10 | W0348.00.000.0074.00 | Villarreal Abel | $3,595.06 |
| 11 | W0753.00.000.0001.00 | Wanis Enterprises LTD | $3,118.23 |
| 12 | W3800.00.041.0000.01 | LRGV Realty Investments LLC | $8,809.61 |
| 13 | W3800.00.470.0000.14 | Lugo Jaime | $2,610.16 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-80091
| No | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | C7883.02.000.0004.00 | Weingarten Las Tiendas JV | $18,553.69 |
Valde Guerra clarified that the amount of the agenda should read $12,410.91 and not $18,553.69.
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 item 7.E. with the correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to item 12.A.1. & 2. (Audio Reference 12m:49s)
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-80096
Constable Pct. #4:
Requesting approval to renew the 2021 Membership with the Justices of The Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio J.R. Gaitan (Requisition No. 00430904) in the total amount of $60.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to renew the 2021 Membership with the Justices of The Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio J.R. Gaitan (Requisition No. 00430904) in the total amount of $60.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-80097
Constable Pct. #4:
Requesting approval to renew the 2021 Membership with the South Texas Justices of the Peace and Constables Association (STJPCA) for Constable Atanacio J.R. Gaitan (Req. No. 00430926) in the total amount of $50.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to renew the 2021 Membership with the South Texas Justices of the Peace and Constables Association (STJPCA) for Constable Atanacio J.R. Gaitan (Req. No. 00430926) in the total amount of $50.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-80062
449th District Court (1100):
Approval to pay annual membership dues to the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt, in the amount of $195.00 (Requisition #00430925) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval to pay annual membership dues to the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt, in the amount of $195.00 (Requisition #00430925) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
9.
Head Start:
A.
AI-79997
Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report: February, 2021
Attachments:
B.
AI-79999
Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Meals/Snacks Report: February, 2021
Attachments:
C.
AI-80000
Approval of Monthly Special Services Report: February, 2021
Attachments:
D.
AI-79996
Approval of Monthly Financial Report: February, 2021
Attachments:
10.
IT Department:
A.
AI-80138
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless data service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| Department: | Qty: | Employee/ID: | Description: | Service Plan: |
| Constable Pct. 3 | 10 | Office Use | New data service for patrol unit laptops | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month |
Attachments:
B.
AI-80033
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless data service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| Department: | Qty: | Employee/ID: | Description: | Service Plan: | Equipment: |
| 430th District Court | 1 | Maricela C. Salinas/ 171433 | New MiFi | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo | JetPack MiFi 8800L @ $0 |
| 430th District Court | 1 | Salvador A. Padilla/ 118559 | New MiFi | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/mo | JetPack MiFi 8800L @ $0 |
| Constable Pct. 2 | 2 | Office Use | New MiFis | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month | JetPack MiFi 8800L @ $0 |
Attachments:
11.
Pct. #4:
A.
AI-80098
Placement of signs bearing the message 'No Parking' along the County-Owned Right of Way on the interior streets of Tamarron Estates Subdivision.
Attachments:
12.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-80118
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $641,166.03 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 03/04/21 to 03/10/21.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. (Audio Reference 12m:49s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes would abstain from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 12.A.1. & 2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES seconded by HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on items 12.A.1. & 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to item 5 on the Regular Agenda. (Audio Reference 13m:21s)
| 03/04-10/21 | $ 641,166.03 |
| TOTAL | $ 641,166.03 |
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes would abstain from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 12.A.1. & 2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES seconded by HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on items 12.A.1. & 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to item 5 on the Regular Agenda. (Audio Reference 13m:21s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-80094
TJJD-A-Pre & Post ADJ PAS (1294) / Juvenile PAS (1100): Approval of the following salary schedule changes, effective 01/04/2021.
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | Current Grade & Step/Allowance | Proposed Grade & Step/ Allowance |
| Create Allowance Slot to Provide Longevity | 330-056 | 7803 | Probation Officer | G10S02 | G10S02 |
| 330-001 | 7801 | $0.00 | $300.00 |
Attachments:
13.
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-80132
Acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by ERO for professional Architectural services under Contract#C-20-658-12-22 for "McColl Road Building, fka, Plains Capital Bank" through the current (On-Call) Agreement.(PO #829013). Invoice# 2021-0063 in the amount of $40,000.00
Attachments:
B.
AI-80092
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151(1) &/or (2), Facilities Management is requesting approval to declare "salvage" and remove the following assets from our inventory as detailed on the Asset Disposition Form since the listed assets are obsolete and/or damaged and have no value or function for the purpose originally intended including the destruction of said salvage.
C.
AI-80144
Approval to exercise the county's option to utilize the one (1) year renewal term available under contract C-19-009-03-12 with Ray Jones, under the same rates, terms, and conditions, for the Hidalgo County Precinct 1, "Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site in Mercedes."
D.
AI-80114
Pct. #1 (1357):
Requesting approval of Payment Application No.3 in the amount of $44,528.40 for services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations as submitted by E-Con Group, LLC.
Attachments:
E.
AI-80082
"Restatement of Public Purpose" pursuant to Tex. Constitution, Article III (3), Section 52 approved HCCC [12-29-20 AI#78800] for HC Pct. #1, specifically for the purchase of the following promotional item: Canopy Tent w/Department Logo for use at events such as groundbreakings and ribbon cuttings throughout Precinct 1.
Attachments:
F.
AI-80149
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted engineer and contractor, MEG Engineers, ERO Architects, & NM Contracting for projects located in Precinct 4 and listed below:
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Vendor / Project | Invoice No. | Invoice Amount |
| 01/31/2021 | 821512 | MEG Engineers / LSMV Park | 21-01-0125 | $ 1,263.25 |
| 02/26/2021 | 811836 | ERO Architects / P4 Mechanical Shop | 2021-0033 | $ 1,573.47 |
| 03/24/2021 | 825006 | NM Contracting / P4 Maintenance Building | 2 | $43,760.18 |
Attachments:
G.
AI-80119
1. Restatement of approved exemption from competitive bidding requirements [R/AI#79761 CC 03-02-21] TxLGC 262.024(a)(1)(2)&(4) pursuant to demonstrated competence and Code of Criminal Procedure, Title 1, Chapter 49;
2. Acceptance and approval of Invoice Nos. 7 and 8 from Dr. Fulgencio Salinas [prior to current engagement] for autopsy services conducted as needed to supplement those cases not sent to Nueces County.
2. Acceptance and approval of Invoice Nos. 7 and 8 from Dr. Fulgencio Salinas [prior to current engagement] for autopsy services conducted as needed to supplement those cases not sent to Nueces County.
Attachments:
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 30th day of March, 2021
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Victoria Brewster, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on
March 30, 2021.
Signed this 31st day of March 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Victoria Brewster, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners' Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 30th day of March, 2021
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Victoria Brewster, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners’ Court held on
March 30, 2021.
Signed this 31st day of March 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Victoria Brewster, Deputy