SPECIAL MEETING - June 1, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 1st day of June 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 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 June 1, 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 16m:14s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:11 A.M.
All members of the court were present during the roll call.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:11 A.M.
All members of the court were present during the roll call.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 16m:33s)
Veteran Gabriela Suarez led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Veteran Gabriela Suarez led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 18m:30s)
Honorable Judge Fernando Mancias, of the 93rd District Court, offered the prayer.
Honorable Judge Fernando Mancias, of the 93rd District Court, offered the prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 19m:45s)
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 20m:25s)
Participant, Fern McClaugherty, expressed her concerns on agenda items 6.A, 11.B, 11.C, 17.A.1, and 17.C.1.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.
Participant, Fern McClaugherty, expressed her concerns on agenda items 6.A, 11.B, 11.C, 17.A.1, and 17.C.1.
No action was taken on agenda item 5.
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-81071
Approval of Proclamation declaring the month of June 2021 as LGBTQ Pride Month. (Audio Reference 23m:45s)
Director of the Public Affairs Division, Carlos Sanchez, read the Proclamation declaring the month of June 2021 as LGBTQ Pride Month.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Josephine Flores, Steven Cano, and Gabriel Sanchez expressed their gratitude towards the court for the proclamation.
Director of the Public Affairs Division, Carlos Sanchez, read the Proclamation declaring the month of June 2021 as LGBTQ Pride Month.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Josephine Flores, Steven Cano, and Gabriel Sanchez expressed their gratitude towards the court for the proclamation.
Attachments:
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-80937
DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924303 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). (Audio Reference 29m:08s)
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 7.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924303 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). (Audio Reference 29m:08s)
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 7.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-80943
Sheriff's Federal Sharing - US Treasury (Fund 1228)
Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor for 2021 Equitable
Sharing received from the Department of Treasury in the amount of $35,000.00
and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 29m:36s)
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 8.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor for 2021 Equitable
Sharing received from the Department of Treasury in the amount of $35,000.00
and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 29m:36s)
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 8.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Constable Pct. #2:
A.
AI-81057
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Cristina B. Sanchez as a Deputy Constable by Constable Martin N. Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. (Audio Reference 30m:14s)
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 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 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 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-80952
Constable Pct.3 (1230)
Approval of the 2021 Appropriation of Hidalgo County Constable Pct.3 Chapter 59 Fund in the amount of $36,981.65. (Audio Reference 30m:56s)
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.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of the 2021 Appropriation of Hidalgo County Constable Pct.3 Chapter 59 Fund in the amount of $36,981.65. (Audio Reference 30m:56s)
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.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-80950
Constable Pct.3 (1257)
Approval of the 2021 Appropriation of Hidalgo County Constable Pct.3 Federal Sharing US Treasury Fund in the amount of $2,946.65 (Audio Reference 31m:22s)
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 10.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the 2021 Appropriation of Hidalgo County Constable Pct.3 Federal Sharing US Treasury Fund in the amount of $2,946.65 (Audio Reference 31m:22s)
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 10.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
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
At the request of the Director of Human Resources, Erika Reyna, no action was taken on agenda items 11.A.1, nor 11.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 31m:41s)
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 11.A.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
At the request of the Director of Human Resources, Erika Reyna, no action was taken on agenda items 11.A.1, nor 11.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 31m:41s)
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 11.A.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-80961
County Court-at-Law #1 (1100):
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 07/30/2021:
(Audio Reference 32m:04s)
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 11.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to create one (1) temporary full-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 07/30/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 021-001 | T006 | Bailiff I (CC) | 11 |
(Audio Reference 32m:04s)
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 11.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-81058
Pct. 4 Administration (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 32m: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 11.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 124-005 | 0007 | Administrative Assistant IV | 10 |
| Delete | 124-005 | 0011 | Clerk III | 05 |
| Create | 124-005 | 0014 | Coordinator IV | 15 |
(Audio Reference 32m: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 11.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-81013
Consideration and approval of Construction Contract Change Order for the City of Edcouch Street Improvements Project. Change Order No. 1 will increase the current construction contract with RBM Contractors, LLC, in the amount of $54,192.35, and authorize the County Judge to sign any and all documents associated with the Change Order (Audio Reference 33m:12s)
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: 5 - 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: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-81027
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from W.W. Grainger, Inc. for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 in the amount of $4,807.60. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) Precinct No. 2 Street Improvement funds will be utilized. (Audio Reference 33m:45s)
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: 5 - 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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-81028
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase fill sand from VMK Materials for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 in the amount of $28,180.90. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) Precinct No. 2 Street Improvement funds will be utilized. (Audio Reference 34m:11s)
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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 14.A. (Audio Reference 34m:11s)
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: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 14.A. (Audio Reference 34m:11s)
Attachments:
D.
AI-81024
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from The Playwell Group for the City of Mercedes Park in the amount of $35,553.41. UCP Fiscal Years 33 (2020) City of Mercedes funds will be utilized (Audio Reference 34m:38s)
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.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 14.A. (Audio Reference 35m:10s)
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.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 14.A. (Audio Reference 35m:10s)
Attachments:
13.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-80912
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for PYG 5 Advanced Comprehensive Hospital Increased Reimbursement Program (CHIRP) Payment in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 06-07-21 and a settlement date of 06-08-21. (Audio Reference 1h:28m 35s)
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 13.A.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.(Audio Reference 1h:29m 16s)
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 13.A.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.(Audio Reference 1h:29m 33s)
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 13.A.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.1. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 50s)
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 13.A.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.(Audio Reference 1h:29m 16s)
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 13.A.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.(Audio Reference 1h:29m 33s)
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 13.A.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.1. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 50s)
14.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-81033
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT
a. Applicant: Member Construction LLC.
Legal Description: 40.00 acres being all of lots 3-6 Blk. 37 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit no. 2 (Ramseyer Road & Jasman Road) (Pct.4)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 60” RCP Storm sewer line extension approximately ½ mile east of proposed Sol Alegre Subdivision along the south side of Ramseyer Road open cut crossing Jasman Road. (Audio Reference 35m:10s)
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 14.A.1.a.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated for the record that the project was located in Pct. 4.
a. Applicant: Member Construction LLC.
Legal Description: 40.00 acres being all of lots 3-6 Blk. 37 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit no. 2 (Ramseyer Road & Jasman Road) (Pct.4)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 60” RCP Storm sewer line extension approximately ½ mile east of proposed Sol Alegre Subdivision along the south side of Ramseyer Road open cut crossing Jasman Road. (Audio Reference 35m:10s)
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 14.A.1.a.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated for the record that the project was located in Pct. 4.
Attachments:
15.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-81072
1. Discussion and approval of a resolution in support of The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) proposed submittal of a proposed study entitled Lower Rio Grande Valley Watershed Assessment to the United States Congress under Section 729 of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) 2020.
2. Approval for Commissioner David L Fuentes to execute Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) Watershed Assessment, WRDA 2020 Section 729 Letter of support. (Audio Reference 36m:22s)
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 items 15.A.1 and 15.A.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval for Commissioner David L Fuentes to execute Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) Watershed Assessment, WRDA 2020 Section 729 Letter of support. (Audio Reference 36m:22s)
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 items 15.A.1 and 15.A.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
16.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-80935
Discussion, consideration, and approval of the Hidalgo County Accounts Receivable Collection & Write-off Policy. (Audio Reference 37m:19s)
Budget Officer, Sergio Cruz, stated in a summary that the policy would grant the responsibility of collecting on the county's accounts receivable, as it relates to road projects, to the Department of Budget and Management. Mr. Cruz further stated that the policy would also authorize the Department of Budget and Management, to write off any accounts receivable that have not been collected after ten years, with the advisement of legal counsel.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Budget Officer, Sergio Cruz, stated in a summary that the policy would grant the responsibility of collecting on the county's accounts receivable, as it relates to road projects, to the Department of Budget and Management. Mr. Cruz further stated that the policy would also authorize the Department of Budget and Management, to write off any accounts receivable that have not been collected after ten years, with the advisement of legal counsel.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-81048
Discussion, Consideration and Approval to amend the Countywide Solid Waste Collection/Recovery Center Station Rules and Guidelines. (Audio Reference 39m:03s)
Ray Salazar, with the Department of Budget and Management, added that the approval of the amendments would be subject to legal review and the accounting concern.
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.B, subject to comment stated above.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Ray Salazar, with the Department of Budget and Management, added that the approval of the amendments would be subject to legal review and the accounting concern.
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.B, subject to comment stated above.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-80978
1. Presentation and discussion on Hidalgo County Self-Insurance Program. (Audio Reference 40m:40s)
Lou Arias, with Gallagher Benefit Services, gave a brief presentation on his analysis on whether or not the county should search for an RFB for the TPA Services, and the Stop-Loss Insurance.
No action was taken on agenda item 16.C.1.
2. Approval of AETNA's Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee Waiver in the amount of $200,000. (Audio Reference 1h:13m 10s)
Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any action on agenda item 16.C.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 16.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Lou Arias, with Gallagher Benefit Services, gave a brief presentation on his analysis on whether or not the county should search for an RFB for the TPA Services, and the Stop-Loss Insurance.
No action was taken on agenda item 16.C.1.
2. Approval of AETNA's Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee Waiver in the amount of $200,000. (Audio Reference 1h:13m 10s)
Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any action on agenda item 16.C.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 16.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
D.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-80994
Pct. 1 Road & Bridge (1200):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance for Pct. 1 Road & Bridge in the amount of $253,046.78 to fund various operating expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:14m 27s)
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.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance for Pct. 1 Road & Bridge in the amount of $253,046.78 to fund various operating expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:14m 27s)
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.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-81020
Pct.4 Rd Maint. (1200):
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by County Auditor in the amount $251,450.88 from the Drainage Improvement Project Reimbursements and appropriation/interfund transfer of the same. (Audio Reference 1h:14m 49s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.2. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 13s)
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by County Auditor in the amount $251,450.88 from the Drainage Improvement Project Reimbursements and appropriation/interfund transfer of the same. (Audio Reference 1h:14m 49s)
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.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.2. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 13s)
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-81075
Discussion, consideration and action on Amendment Nos. 11 & 14 [as drafted by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Architect, HDR Architecture, Inc., [C-16-141-10-31] to include the following Scopes of Work in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project:
A. Requesting approval of Amendment No.11:
(Audio Reference 1h:29m 55s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 17.A.1.A.
B. Requesting approval of Amendment No.14:
(Audio Reference 1h:30m 00s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 17.A.1.B.
C. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or (if applicable) Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents. (Audio Reference 1h:30m 07s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 17.A.1.C.
The court proceeded to agenda item 19 (Audio Reference 1h:30m 14s)
A. Requesting approval of Amendment No.11:
| Amendment No.11 - [Phase 2] | |
| Description | Cost |
| Comprehensive Site Demolition, Site Design & Procurement Scope * Including Sub-Consultants and Expenses Task 1 - Design (Assumed to be 4 Months) Task 2 - Procurement (Assumed to be 6 Months) |
$346,787.00 |
| Construction Contract Administration Scope [CCA] * Including Sub-Consultants and Expenses Task 3 - CCA (Assumed to be 10 Months) Demo Work Portion - (Assumed to be 4 Months) Construction Site Work - (Assumed to be 6 Months) |
$29,407.00
(Monthly Fee)
$63,598.00 (Monthly Fee) |
| TOTAL FOR AMENDMENT 11 | $ 846,003 |
(Audio Reference 1h:29m 55s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 17.A.1.A.
B. Requesting approval of Amendment No.14:
| Amendment No.14 - Mechanical Screen Wall | |
| Redesign of Mechanical Screen Wall *Re-engineered the design for easier transport of the Mechanical Screen Wall up to the roof, as there is no crane on site now. Redesign (Assumed to be 3 weeks) |
$29,350.00 |
(Audio Reference 1h:30m 00s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 17.A.1.B.
C. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or (if applicable) Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents. (Audio Reference 1h:30m 07s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 17.A.1.C.
The court proceeded to agenda item 19 (Audio Reference 1h:30m 14s)
Attachments:
2.
AI-80981
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the Draft Procurement Packet (ie., specifications-requirements, legal notice, draft service agreement, etc.) for Hidalgo County "Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products" RFP 2021-150-06-28-ABV including the re-advertising when/if applicable subject to legals approval. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 52s)
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.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes requested a clarification that the advertising state that multiple agents can be submitted under one bid to refrain from any confusion. In which Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, reassured that the modification would be made.
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.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes requested a clarification that the advertising state that multiple agents can be submitted under one bid to refrain from any confusion. In which Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, reassured that the modification would be made.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-81063
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion, reflecting the date of December 31, 2019, submitted by Clore Construction, LLC, awarded contractor for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project - Phase 1, and as certified by the project engineer, L&G Engineering under Contract No. C-16-378-02-21. (Audio Reference 1h:16m 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 17.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 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 17.B.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-81049
A. Ratification of the termination of Hidalgo County agreement with Hidalgo County Emergency Services Foundation d/b/a Hidalgo County E.M.S. [Contract #19-032] effective May 28, 2021]; (Audio Reference 1h:17m 25s)
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.C.1.A
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Recommendation to reject the sole proposal received for "Emergency Ambulance Services for Unincorporated Areas in Precinct 3" RFP 2021-0457-05-19; (Audio Reference 1h:17m 49s)
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.C.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Discussion, consideration and ratification of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of Pharr - Pharr EMS for 911 Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Medical Priority Dispatching within Hidalgo County Commissioner's Precinct #3 Service Areas as identified in Exhibit "A" effective 05-28-21. (Audio Reference 1h:18m 04s)
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.C.1.C.
Vote: 5 - 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 17.C.1.A
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Recommendation to reject the sole proposal received for "Emergency Ambulance Services for Unincorporated Areas in Precinct 3" RFP 2021-0457-05-19; (Audio Reference 1h:17m 49s)
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.C.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Discussion, consideration and ratification of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with City of Pharr - Pharr EMS for 911 Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Medical Priority Dispatching within Hidalgo County Commissioner's Precinct #3 Service Areas as identified in Exhibit "A" effective 05-28-21. (Audio Reference 1h:18m 04s)
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.C.1.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-81001
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 to amend contract # C-21-0441-04-20 and Work Authorization #1 with GDJ Engineering for the Design of Beacon Lights for 10th Street to read The Design of Beacon Lights for the Intersections of 10th St./Chapin St. and Depot Rd./Rogers Rd. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 22s)
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 17.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 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 17.D.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-81008
Acceptance of proposal and approval Work Authorization #2 provided/submitted by SAMES, Inc. for the Civil Engineering and Surveying Services for the addition of a parking area south of the proposed Testing/Bio-Safety Laboratory facility, a canopy cover for an existing parking area South of the new parking area, and additional lighting for the existing parking areas on the East side of the Hidalgo County Health Department in the total amount of $13,047.50. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 51s)
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.E.1.
Vote: 5 - 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 17.E.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-81026
Acceptance and approval of proposal provided by Herrcon, LLC Job Order Contractor awarded under Buyboard Contract 581-19 [Exp. 03/31/2024] for Repairs, Renovations and Alterations required for the Electrical System Renovations to County Owned Buildings Project. (Audio Reference 1h:20m 23s)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, recommended approval subject to price verification of the the proposal.
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 17.F.1, subject to price verification of the the proposal.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, recommended approval subject to price verification of the the proposal.
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 17.F.1, subject to price verification of the the proposal.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-80979
Authority to exercise the second of two (2) one (1) year extension option as provided under the current contract for "Drug & Alcohol Testing Services" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Lab Services, Inc. [E-21-070-06-01]. (Audio Reference 1h:20m 56s)
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.G.1.
Vote: 5 - 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 17.G.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-80926
A. Requesting authority to exercise the fifth (5) of the ten (10) extensions with the Geo Group, Inc. for the "Housing of Inmates" for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office; (Audio Reference 1h:21m 22s)
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 17.G.2.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to accept price increase of $1.18 per inmate, per day to a proposed daily rate of $60.18 due to standard cost of living rate (CPI) increase of 2% beginning at the start of the extension date (June 17, 2021). (Audio Reference 1h:22m 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 17.G.2.B.
Vote: 5 - 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 17.G.2.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to accept price increase of $1.18 per inmate, per day to a proposed daily rate of $60.18 due to standard cost of living rate (CPI) increase of 2% beginning at the start of the extension date (June 17, 2021). (Audio Reference 1h:22m 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 17.G.2.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-81016
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of RFB procurement packet (i.e., specifications-requirements, contract etc.,) as attached hereto for H.C. "Full Service Brush/Debris Clearance and Removal" including the re-advertising when/if necessary or applicable with any subsequent modifications/changes recommended by Chiefs of Staff and subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review as to legal form prior to distribution of packets to requesting vendors. (Audio Reference 1h:21m 22s) (Audio Reference 1h:22m 30s)
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 17.H.1.
Vote: 5 - 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 17.H.1.
Vote: 5 - 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 (Audio Reference 1h:23m 14s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.A.1.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting (Audio Reference 1h:23m 22s)
Mr. Guerra addressed the recent rain event that occurred in Hidalgo County, and advised the residents to keep debris clear from any ditches or drain systems to help mitigate possible flooding.
No action was taken on agenda item 18.A.2.
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects (Audio Reference 1h:23m 14s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.A.1.
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting (Audio Reference 1h:23m 22s)
Mr. Guerra addressed the recent rain event that occurred in Hidalgo County, and advised the residents to keep debris clear from any ditches or drain systems to help mitigate possible flooding.
No action was taken on agenda item 18.A.2.
B.
AI-80982
1. Approval of Interlocal Agreement for services by and between Hidalgo County and the Alliance for I-69 Texas
2. Approval to pay 2021 membership dues to RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 in the amount of $8,620.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor (Audio Reference 1h:25m 20s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 18.B.1 and 18.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 20 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 1h:25m 55s)
2. Approval to pay 2021 membership dues to RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 in the amount of $8,620.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor (Audio Reference 1h:25m 20s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 18.B.1 and 18.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The court proceeded to agenda item 20 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 1h:25m 55s)
Attachments:
19.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:30m 20s)
County 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:30m 35s)
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:30m 41s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra stated that the county will continue to follow the updated CDC guidelines, and encouraged the constituents and employees of Hidalgo County to continue to exercise caution in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
No action was taken on agenda item 19.C.
The court proceeded to agenda item 25 - Adjournment (Audio Reference 1h:31m 40s)
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:30m 20s)
County 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:30m 35s)
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:30m 41s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra stated that the county will continue to follow the updated CDC guidelines, and encouraged the constituents and employees of Hidalgo County to continue to exercise caution in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
No action was taken on agenda item 19.C.
The court proceeded to agenda item 25 - Adjournment (Audio Reference 1h:31m 40s)
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:26m 08s)
The court proceeded into Closed Session at 11:21 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 1h:26m 08s)
The court proceeded into Closed Session at 11:21 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, 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-80987
Claim of Rodolfo Silva
Reference agenda item 22.D.
Reference agenda item 22.D.
E.
AI-81005
Claim of Jorge Sanchez
Reference agenda item 22.E.
Reference agenda item 22.E.
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:31m 27s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 21.A, nor on 21.B.
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:31m 27s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 21.A, nor on 21.B.
22.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:26m 44s)
The court returned from Closed Session at 12:05 P.M, and proceeded to agenda item 22.A.
Commissioner Torres did not return from Closed Session.
The court returned from Closed Session at 12:05 P.M, and proceeded to agenda item 22.A.
Commissioner Torres did not return from Closed Session.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same (Audio Reference 1h:27m 29s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 22.A.
County 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:27m 36s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 22.B.
County 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:27m 39s)
Reference agenda item 19.
Reference agenda item 19.
D.
AI-80988
Claim of Rodolfo Silva (Audio Reference 1h:27m 53s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $88.85.
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 22.D, as requested above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $88.85.
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 22.D, as requested above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI-81006
Claim of Jorge Sanchez (Audio Reference 1h:28m 08s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $1,910.69.
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 22.D, as requested above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded back to agenda item 13.A. (Audio Refernce 1h:28m 25s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $1,910.69.
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 22.D, as requested above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The court proceeded back to agenda item 13.A. (Audio Refernce 1h:28m 25s)
23.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:31m 32s)
The court did not proceed into Closed Session - agenda item 23.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:31m 32s)
The court did not proceed 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:31m 37s)
The court did not proceed to Open Session - agenda item 24.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:31m 37s)
The court did not proceed to Open Session - agenda item 24.
25.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 1h:31m 40s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 12:03 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 12:03 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 1st day of June, 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 June 1, 2021.
Signed this 2nd day of June 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 1st day of June, 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 June 1, 2021.
Signed this 2nd day of June 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy