SPECIAL MEETING - April 13, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 13th day of April A.D., 2021, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE 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 April 13, 2021 10:00 A.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
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 09m:23s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:14 A.M.
All members of the court were present during the roll call, with the exception of Commissioner Fuentes.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:14 A.M.
All members of the court were present during the roll call, with the exception of Commissioner Fuentes.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 09m:44s)
Veteran Daniel McDaniel led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Veteran Daniel McDaniel led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 10m:48s)
Honorable Judge of Master Court No.2, Kino Flores, offered the prayer.
Honorable Judge of Master Court No.2, Kino Flores, offered the prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 10m:48s)
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 12m:41s)
There were three Open Forum participants.
First participant, Neri Curiel, expressed her concerns on the lack of street lights in the San Juanquin Neighborhood in Precinct No. 1.
Second participant, Elizabeth Marquez, introduced herself to the court as a farm workers advocate with the L.U.P.E. Organization.
Last participant, Gary Groves, came before the court to express his concerns about the upcoming elections.
No action was taken on agenda item 5 - Open Forum.
The court proceeded to agenda item 15.A (Audio Reference 22m:50s)
There were three Open Forum participants.
First participant, Neri Curiel, expressed her concerns on the lack of street lights in the San Juanquin Neighborhood in Precinct No. 1.
Second participant, Elizabeth Marquez, introduced herself to the court as a farm workers advocate with the L.U.P.E. Organization.
Last participant, Gary Groves, came before the court to express his concerns about the upcoming elections.
No action was taken on agenda item 5 - Open Forum.
The court proceeded to agenda item 15.A (Audio Reference 22m:50s)
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-80320
Approval of Resolution in support of organ, eye, and tissue donation during National Blue and Green Day. (Audio Reference 32m:25s)
Hector Becerra, with the Public Affairs Division, read the resolution.
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 6.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Edwina Garza, with the Texas Organ Sharing Alliance, extended her appreciation towards the court for the resolution.
Hector Becerra, with the Public Affairs Division, read the resolution.
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 6.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Edwina Garza, with the Texas Organ Sharing Alliance, extended her appreciation towards the court for the resolution.
Attachments:
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-80318
DA's Office - Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022-2023 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) with the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).
2. Requesting approval of Resolution designating the County Judge as the Authorized Official and for a Commissioner to sign document.
3. Requesting approval of Statement Supporting Submission of the Application document and for the County Judge to sign it. (Audio Reference 36m:27s)
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.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022-2023 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) with the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).
2. Requesting approval of Resolution designating the County Judge as the Authorized Official and for a Commissioner to sign document.
3. Requesting approval of Statement Supporting Submission of the Application document and for the County Judge to sign it. (Audio Reference 36m:27s)
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.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-80297
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Hidalgo Co Constable PCT 4 Operation Stonegarden Grant (1284):
Authorization and approval to accept a budget amendment (FRAG) in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2019 grant. (Audio Reference 37m:11s)
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
Authorization and approval to accept a budget amendment (FRAG) in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2019 grant. (Audio Reference 37m:11s)
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:
9.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-80224
Constable Pct. 3 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2020 (03-01-2021 to 02-28-2022) Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $120,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for FY 2020 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $120,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 37m:45s)
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 9.A 1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2020 (03-01-2021 to 02-28-2022) Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $120,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for FY 2020 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $120,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 37m:45s)
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 9.A 1 through 3.
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 39m:12s)
At the request of Erika Reyna, with the Human Resources Department, the court only took action on agenda item 10.A.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 39m:12s)
At the request of Erika Reyna, with the Human Resources Department, the court only took action on agenda item 10.A.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-80237
Approval of the appointment of interns from UTRGV to participate in the WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of May 4, 2021 through June 30, 2021. (Audio Reference 39m:34s)
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.
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 10.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI-80274
Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval to extend the following temporary full-time positions effective 05/01/2021 through 10/31/2021:
(Audio Reference 40m:08s)
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.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
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2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 243221 to Maintenance I (slot no. 122-006-T108) and employee no. 240737 to Maintenance I (slot no. 122-006-T109). (Audio Reference 40m:31s)
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.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to extend the following temporary full-time positions effective 05/01/2021 through 10/31/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend temporary full-time positions | 122-006 | T108 & T109 | Maintenance I | 03 |
(Audio Reference 40m:08s)
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.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
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2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 243221 to Maintenance I (slot no. 122-006-T108) and employee no. 240737 to Maintenance I (slot no. 122-006-T109). (Audio Reference 40m:31s)
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.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-80295
Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100)/ Pct. 4 Road Maintenance (1200)/ Pct. 4 Drainage Improvements Prj. (1200):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 40m:56s)
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.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfers. (Audio Reference 41m:50s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Delete | 124-001 | 0031 | Equipment Operator II | 08 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Create | 124-001 | 0035 | Truck Driver II | 06 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 124-007 | 0110 | Truck Driver III | 08 | $0.00 | $4,000.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 124-036 | 0029 | Truck Driver III | 08 | $0.00 | $4,000.00 |
(Audio Reference 40m:56s)
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.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of intradepartmental transfers. (Audio Reference 41m:50s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-80286
Criminal DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
(Audio Reference 42m:01s)
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.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioner's Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 3 | 080-002 | 0173 | Assistant District Attorney II | 15 |
(Audio Reference 42m:01s)
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.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-80329
Criminal District Attorney (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/26/2021:
(Audio Reference 42m:32s)
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.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/26/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Auto Allowance |
| Create Position/ Add Auto Allowance | 080-002 | 0193 | Assistant District Attorney II | 15 | $900.00 |
| Create Position/ Add Auto Allowance | 080-002 | 0194 | Assistant District Attorney II | 15 | $900.00 |
(Audio Reference 42m:32s)
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.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-80356
Tax Office - Scofflaw Program (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/26/2021:
(Audio Reference 43m:07s)
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.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/26/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Add Auto Allowance | 140-004 | 0005 | Scofflaw Technician IV | $0.00 | $2,100.00 |
(Audio Reference 43m:07s)
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.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI-80293
CSA - Foster Grandparent Program (3300):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/26/2021:
(Audio Reference 43m:36s)
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.H.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 04/26/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Salary |
| Change from Part-Time to Full-Time | 901-034 | 0001 | Foster Grandparent Recruiter Manager | $31,000.00 |
| Create | 901-035 | 0002 | Clerk I | $24,960.00 |
(Audio Reference 43m:36s)
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.H.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-80264
1. Public Hearing regarding a Substantial Budget & Program Amendment to the Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year 33 (2020) to include the COVID-19 CDBG-CV 3 funding. (Audio Reference 44m:21s)
Judge Cortez opened the public hearing at 10:49 A.M., therein being no participants Judge Cortez closed the meeting.
2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the Substantial Budget & Program Amendment to the Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year 33 (2020) to include the COVID-19 CDBG-CV 3 funding.
3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to COVID 19 CDBG-CD 3 funding. (Audio Reference 45m: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 11.A.2 and 11.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Cortez opened the public hearing at 10:49 A.M., therein being no participants Judge Cortez closed the meeting.
2. Requesting approval of and for submission of the Substantial Budget & Program Amendment to the Hidalgo County Urban County Program’s Annual Action Plan for Program Year 33 (2020) to include the COVID-19 CDBG-CV 3 funding.
3. Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign any and all documents related to COVID 19 CDBG-CD 3 funding. (Audio Reference 45m: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 11.A.2 and 11.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-80270
“Subject to compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $27,802.50, utilizing FY 33 (2020) City of Alamo Water & Sewer Improvements Funds and approval of Work Authorization No. 1. (Audio Reference 45m:59s)
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 11.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 11.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-80300
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Mor-Will, LLC, the recommended responsible bidder in the amount of $805,575.75 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 31 - 33 (2018- 2020) Hidalgo Flood Drainage Improvement Funds (Pending legal review). (Audio Reference 46m:34s)
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 11.C.
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 11.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-80330
1. Requesting approval to accept the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion Grant contract #HHS000436300016 Amendment No. 2 in the amount of $295,042.00 for the period of 09/01/2021 to 08/31/2023 and for County Judge to e-sign the contract. (Audio Reference 47m:15s)
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 12.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $295,042.00 and the budget appropriation of $147,521.00 for fiscal year 22 and $147,521.00 for fiscal year 23. (Audio Reference 48m:18s)
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 12.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
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 12.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $295,042.00 and the budget appropriation of $147,521.00 for fiscal year 22 and $147,521.00 for fiscal year 23. (Audio Reference 48m:18s)
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 12.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
13.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-80354
1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate the Order Continuing Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the severe and persistent winter storm and prolonged freezing temperatures of February 16, 2021 which caused widespread damage, injury, or loss of life.
2. Presentation, discussion and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation. (Audio Reference 48m:50s)
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 13.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
2. Presentation, discussion and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation. (Audio Reference 48m:50s)
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 13.A.1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
14.
Elections Administration:
A.
AI-80296
Discussion on Election Updates. (Audio Reference 50m:25s)
Yvonne Ramon, with the Elections Department, gave an overview of the upcoming May 2021 elections with the City of San Juan, McAllen ISD, Sharyland ISD, and Progreso ISD, newly implemented laws, as well as the current discussion with the City of McAllen and the City of Pharr, in which the entities have decided to administer their own elections.
No action was taken on agenda item 14.A.
The court proceeded to agenda item 16.B. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 15s)
Yvonne Ramon, with the Elections Department, gave an overview of the upcoming May 2021 elections with the City of San Juan, McAllen ISD, Sharyland ISD, and Progreso ISD, newly implemented laws, as well as the current discussion with the City of McAllen and the City of Pharr, in which the entities have decided to administer their own elections.
No action was taken on agenda item 14.A.
The court proceeded to agenda item 16.B. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 15s)
15.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-80341
Resolution supporting the City of Palmview, Texas, submittal of Fiscal Year 2022 Community Project Funding (CPF) Request Application for Drainage Improvements VIA USDA Agriculture and Rural Development: Rural Utilities Service. (Audio Reference 23m:10s)
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 15.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Villarreal read the resolution, and the City of Palmview Council; Mayor Ricardo Villarreal, Councilwoman Flores, Councilmen Perez and Garica, expressed their gratitude towards the court for the resolution.
The court proceeded to agenda item 16.A. (Audio Reference 29m:15s)
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 15.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Villarreal read the resolution, and the City of Palmview Council; Mayor Ricardo Villarreal, Councilwoman Flores, Councilmen Perez and Garica, expressed their gratitude towards the court for the resolution.
The court proceeded to agenda item 16.A. (Audio Reference 29m:15s)
Attachments:
16.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-80349
Resolution in Support of Funding Request from President Joe Biden’s American Jobs Plan (Infrastructure Bill) by Hidalgo County for Upgrades to the Hidalgo County Master Drainage System (Audio Reference 29m:15s)
Velinda Reyes, with Precinct No.4, read the resolution.
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 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 6.A. (Audio Reference 32m:25s)
Velinda Reyes, with Precinct No.4, read the resolution.
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 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 6.A. (Audio Reference 32m:25s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-80299
Discussion, consideration and action to accept a donation from the Linn-San Manuel Community Improvement Corporation in the amount of $19,095.00 for a 40' lighted marquee sign to be placed at the Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 15s)
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 16.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
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 16.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-80303
Discussion, consideration and action to enter into a memorandum of understanding between the County of Hidalgo and the Linn-San Manuel Community Improvement Corporation with authorization for the County Judge to sign required documents. (Audio Reference 1h:04m 14s)
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 16.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 20 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 1h:04m 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 16.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 20 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 1h:04m 40s)
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.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-80344
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:06m 35s)
Martha Salazar, Purchasing Department, requested action for agenda items 17.A.1.A and 17.A.2.A simultaneously.
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 items 17.A.1.A and 17.A.2.A
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Appraisal Services for projects located within Precinct 3; and, (Audio Reference 1h:07m 05s)
Martha Salazar, Purchasing Department, stated the scores: Appraisal Haus with 93 points, CBRE Evaluations & Advisory Services with 98 points, and Professional Appraisal Services with 99 points
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 17.A.1.B, as ranked
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Appraisal Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of Professional Appraisal Services for the provision of On-Call Appraisal Services for Projects within Precinct 3. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 45s)
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 17.A.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.2.B. (Audio Reference 1h 08m:05s)
Martha Salazar, Purchasing Department, requested action for agenda items 17.A.1.A and 17.A.2.A simultaneously.
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 items 17.A.1.A and 17.A.2.A
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Appraisal Services for projects located within Precinct 3; and, (Audio Reference 1h:07m 05s)
Martha Salazar, Purchasing Department, stated the scores: Appraisal Haus with 93 points, CBRE Evaluations & Advisory Services with 98 points, and Professional Appraisal Services with 99 points
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 17.A.1.B, as ranked
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Appraisal Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of Professional Appraisal Services for the provision of On-Call Appraisal Services for Projects within Precinct 3. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 45s)
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 17.A.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.2.B. (Audio Reference 1h 08m:05s)
2.
AI-80333
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for professional service;
Reference agenda item 17.A.1.A.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for projects located within Precinct 3; and, (Audio Reference 1h 08m:05s)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, stated the scores: Ethos Engineering with 90 points, J & R Engineering with 98 points, and HPE Civil Engineering with 92 points.
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 17.A.2.B, as ranked
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of J & R Engineering for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for Projects within Precinct 3. (Audio Reference 1h 08m: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 17.A.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Reference agenda item 17.A.1.A.
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Engineering Services for projects located within Precinct 3; and, (Audio Reference 1h 08m:05s)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, stated the scores: Ethos Engineering with 90 points, J & R Engineering with 98 points, and HPE Civil Engineering with 92 points.
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 17.A.2.B, as ranked
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of J & R Engineering for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for Projects within Precinct 3. (Audio Reference 1h 08m: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 17.A.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3.
AI-80342
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 (with an estimated cost of $7,000.00) as submitted by project engineer, Javier Hinojosa Engineering, to provide engineering services through contract # C-20-147-07-28 for La Mansion Concrete Flat Work. (Audio Reference 1h 08m:57s)
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 17.A.3.
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 17.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-80313
A. Request to nominate (minimum 3) pre-qualified Engineering Services Pool Firms to conduct a County-wide Roadway & Bridge Inventory Assessment/Condition Study with Report: (Audio Reference 1h:09m 21s)
| 1.Commissioner Fuentes was absent. |
| 2.Commissioner Cantu nominated L & G Engineers |
| 3.Commissioner Villarreal nominated SAMS Engineering |
| 4.Comissioner Torres nominated TEDSI Engineering |
| 5.Judge Cortez stated that he was going to submit his nomination at a later time. |
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 17.B.1, nominations
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Request for Commissioner's Court to nominate/delegate Evaluation Committee for the said pre-qualified Engineering Services Pool firms proposed to conduct GASB-34 study. (Audio Reference 1h:11m 49s)
| 1.Commissioner Fuentes was absent. |
| 2.Commissioner Cantu nominated Armando Garza |
| 3.Commissioner Villarreal nominated Martin Garza |
| 4.Commissioner Torres nominated Velinda Reyes |
| 5.Judge Cortez nominated Isaac Sulemana |
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 nominations for agenda item 17.B.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra stated in addition to the discussion that he himself, and Martha Salazar would be facilitators in the committee.
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:12m 49s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.A.1, nor on 18.A.2.
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:12m 49s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.A.1, nor on 18.A.2.
B.
AI-80328
Discussion, consideration and action on Rio Grande Valley Thoroughfare Plan Amendments (Audio Reference 1h:12m 53s)
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 18.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 18.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI-80377
Approval of request for reimbursement of expenses incurred under Article 104.001 and 104.002 of Texas Code of Criminal Procedures with authority for the County Judge to submit the request as prescribed. (Audio Reference 1h:13m 17s)
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 18.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
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 18.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-80379
Discussion, Consideration and action on Partial Release of Easement for Lot 2- F, McAllen Southwest Industrial District Unit 4, an addition to the City of McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas, as per map or plat thereof recorded in Volume 33, Page 93A, Map Records of Hidalgo County, Texas with authority for the County Judge, Richard F. Cortez, to execute same. (Audio Reference 1h:13m 46s)
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 18.D.
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 18.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-80275
Requesting approval to submit Application to Texas State Library and Archives Commission for Accreditation in State Library System with authority for County Judge to sign (Audio Reference 1h:14m 15s)
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 18.E.
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 18.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-80316
Approval to accept settlement check from Texas Municipal League (TML) in the amount of $2,281.32 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Constable Precinct 1) (Audio Reference 1h:14m 29s)
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 18.F.
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 18.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-80306
Approval to accept settlement check from American Access Casualty Company in the amount of $750.31 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Constable Precinct 1) (Audio Reference 1h:14m 51s)
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 18.G.
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 18.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
19.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:15m 10s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 19.A.1.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety (Audio Reference 1h:15m 22s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 19.B.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:15m 27s)
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:15m 57s)
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:15m 10s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 19.A.1.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety (Audio Reference 1h:15m 22s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 19.B.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:15m 27s)
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:15m 57s)
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), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 1h:05m 33s)
The court proceeded into Closed Session at 11:11 A.M.
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 to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 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), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 1h:05m 33s)
The court proceeded into Closed Session at 11:11 A.M.
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 to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 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.
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:15m 57s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 21.A, nor on 21.B.
The court proceeded to the agenda items under Open Session. (Audio Reference 1h:16m 10s)
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:15m 57s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 21.A, nor on 21.B.
The court proceeded to the agenda items under Open Session. (Audio Reference 1h:16m 10s)
22.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:06m 16s)
The court returned from Closed Session at 12:23 P.M, and proceeded to agenda item 17.
The court returned from Closed Session at 12:23 P.M, and proceeded to agenda item 17.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same (Audio Reference 1h:16m 10s)
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 1h:16m 19s)
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 1h:16m 22s)
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that this agenda item 22.C has been addressed on a prior agenda item.
No action was taken on agenda item 22.C
Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that this agenda item 22.C has been addressed on a prior agenda item.
No action was taken on agenda item 22.C
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:16m 30s)
The court did not proceeded into Closed Session - agenda item 23.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:16m 30s)
The court did not proceeded into Closed Session - agenda item 23.
24.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:16m 33s)
The court did not proceeded into Open Session - agenda item 24.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:16m 33s)
The court did not proceeded into Open Session - agenda item 24.
25.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 1h:16m 34s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 12:33 P.M.
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 to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 12:33 P.M.
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 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 13th day of April, 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 April 13, 2021.
Signed this 14th day of April 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 13th day of April, 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 April 13, 2021.
Signed this 14th day of April 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners’ Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy