SPECIAL MEETING - June 25, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 25th 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 EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 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 25, 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 06m:43s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present during roll call, with the exception of Commissioner Cantu and Commissioner Villarreal. Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting at a later time.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present during roll call, with the exception of Commissioner Cantu and Commissioner Villarreal. Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 06m:59s)
Veteran Jessica Villarreal led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Veteran Jessica Villarreal led in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 07m:53s)
Honorable Justice Clarissa Silva, of the 13th Court of Appeals Place 6, offered the prayer.
Honorable Justice Clarissa Silva, of the 13th Court of Appeals Place 6, offered the prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 09m:08s)
The Court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
After the discussion and approval of the Consent Agenda, the Court proceeded to agenda item 15.A and 15.B. (Audio Reference 10m:12s)
The Court proceeded to the approval of the Consent Agenda.
After the discussion and approval of the Consent Agenda, the Court proceeded to agenda item 15.A and 15.B. (Audio Reference 10m:12s)
5.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 24m:55s)
Neri Curriel, with the L.U.P.E Organization, came before the Court to express her concerns with flooding issues in their neighborhoods, as well as the need to dispose of accumulated trash.
Jacqueline Arias, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Blanca Munoz, Mario Saenz, Sarah Cruz, Diamond Dominguez, came before the Court to express their concerns on immigration and the visitation of Governor Greg Abbott, and former President Donald J. Trump.
No action was taken on agenda item 5 - Open Forum
Neri Curriel, with the L.U.P.E Organization, came before the Court to express her concerns with flooding issues in their neighborhoods, as well as the need to dispose of accumulated trash.
Jacqueline Arias, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Blanca Munoz, Mario Saenz, Sarah Cruz, Diamond Dominguez, came before the Court to express their concerns on immigration and the visitation of Governor Greg Abbott, and former President Donald J. Trump.
No action was taken on agenda item 5 - Open Forum
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-81330
DA's Office - Domestic Violence High Risk Team Grant Program (DVHRT) (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022-2023 Domestic Violence High Risk Team Grant Program (DVHRT) 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 55m:00s)
Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting via Zoom Software.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022-2023 Domestic Violence High Risk Team Grant Program (DVHRT) 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 55m:00s)
Commissioner Villarreal joined the meeting via Zoom Software.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.A.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-81332
DA's Office - Sexual Assault Service Program Grant (SASP)(1281): (Audio Reference 00m:00s)
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022-2023 Sexual Assault Services Program Grant (SASP) 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 55m:53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Requesting approval to apply for the FY 2022-2023 Sexual Assault Services Program Grant (SASP) 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 55m:53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B.1 through 3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-81305
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 56m:35s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924303 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). (Audio Reference 56m:35s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-81327
1. Approval and authorization for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to continue participation in the Texas LESO Program.
2. Authorization for County Judge and County Sheriff, as authorized officials to sign the required documents. (Audio Reference 57m:00s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge and County Sheriff, as authorized officials to sign the required documents. (Audio Reference 57m:00s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-81319
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Rolando N. Torres as Reserve Deputy Constable by Lazaro Gallardo, Jr. Constable Pct.3, in accordance to the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012 (Audio Reference 57m:36s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Veterans Services:
A.
AI-81345
FY 2022 Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) “Broken Arrow” Grant (1283):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2022 “Broken Arrow” grant award, from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) for the period 07/01/2021 to 06/30/2022 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign required documents. (Audio Reference 58m:06s)
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.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 58m:49s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to accept the FY 2022 “Broken Arrow” grant award, from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) for the period 07/01/2021 to 06/30/2022 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign required documents. (Audio Reference 58m:06s)
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.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $500,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 58m:49s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A.2.
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
Reference 10.A.3.
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
No action was taken on agenda item 10.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 1h:01m 39s)
Director of the Human Resources Department, Erika Reyna requested action only for agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.1 and 10.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
Reference 10.A.3.
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
No action was taken on agenda item 10.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 1h:01m 39s)
Director of the Human Resources Department, Erika Reyna requested action only for agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.1 and 10.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-81380
Elections (1100)
1. Approval to extend fourteen (14) temporary full-time positions for 27 weeks beginning 07/01/2021 through 12/31/2021:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer the employees listed in Exhibit A effective 07/01/2021. (Audio Reference 1h:02m 11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.B.1 and 10.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to extend fourteen (14) temporary full-time positions for 27 weeks beginning 07/01/2021 through 12/31/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 130-001 | T220 - T229 | Clerk I | 01 |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 130-001 | T230 - T233 | Elections Surveyor Technician | 04 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.B.1 and 10.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-81350
WIC (1292)
Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period 07/05/2021:
(Audio Reference 1h:03m 03s)
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.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period 07/05/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 350-001 | 0274 | Registered Dietitian II | 14 |
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.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-81328
Pct. 3 Parks (1100)/ Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100)/ Pct. 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 1h:03m 31s)
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.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 1h:04m 22s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 1h:05m 00s)
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.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 123-001 | 0021 | Maintenance I | 03 |
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.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Supplemental Allowance |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-005 | 0109 | Tire Repair Specialist II | 07 | $3,600.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-049 | 0017 | Maintenance II | 05 | $3,000.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 123-001 | 0048 | Truck Driver III | 08 | $1,000.00 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Current Position Title | Current Grade | Proposed Position Title | Proposed Grade |
| Reclassification | 123-008 | 0005 | Maintenance I | 03 | Maintenance III | 07 |
| Reclassification | 123-005 | 0080 | Equipment Operator I | 06 | Equipment Operator II | 08 |
| Reclassification | 123-001 | 0033 | Equipment Operator I | 06 | Supervisor I | 09 |
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.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-81349
JP 3-1 (1100)
Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 07/05/2021:
(Audio Reference 1h:05m 44s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 07/05/2021:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 065-001 | 0006 | Clerk III | 05 |
| Create | 065-001 | 0008 | Clerk IV | 07 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-81376
CCL#3 Probate Court (1100)
Approval to create one (1) temporary part-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 12/31/2021:
(Audio Reference 1h:06m 44s)
Ms. Erika Reyna stated a correction that this position was full-time, and not part-time as posted on the agenda.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.F, with the correction stated above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to create one (1) temporary part-time position effective upon Commissioners Court approval and ending 12/31/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 023-001 | T010 | Assistant Probate Auditor | 07 |
Ms. Erika Reyna stated a correction that this position was full-time, and not part-time as posted on the agenda.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.F, with the correction stated above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-81323
Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with GNH Company LLC, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $99,051.00 utilizing La Villa Street Improvements, UCP funds from Fiscal Years FY 33 (2020). (Audio Reference 1h:07m 25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-81321
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services- Construction Material Testing; (Audio Reference 1h:08m 01s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court of at least three (3) Construction Material Testing Firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Palmview, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 33 (2020) Palmview Street Improvement Project funds
(Audio Reference 1h:09m 13s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.2, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Raba Kistner, Inc.for the provision of Construction Material Testing Services for an Urban County Program Year 33 (2020) Palmview Street Improvements project. (Audio Reference 1h:09m 25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court of at least three (3) Construction Material Testing Firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Palmview, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 33 (2020) Palmview Street Improvement Project funds
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Raba Kistner, Inc. | 92% | |
| L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | 91.67% | |
| Earth Co.Inc. | 81.67% |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.2, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Raba Kistner, Inc.for the provision of Construction Material Testing Services for an Urban County Program Year 33 (2020) Palmview Street Improvements project. (Audio Reference 1h:09m 25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.B.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-81366
1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services (Audio Reference 1h:09m 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 11.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Granjeno, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program and the City of Granjeno for the Public Facility Improvement project
(Audio Reference 1h:10m 11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.2, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Raba Kistner Inc. for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Public Facility Improvement Project. Funds utilized are from City General Funds. (Audio Reference 1h:11m 09s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) Construction Materials Geo-Technical Testing engineering firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Granjeno, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program and the City of Granjeno for the Public Facility Improvement project
| Professional Service Firm | Grade | Ranked |
| Raba Kistner Inc. | 97% | |
| B2Z Engineering, LLC | 93.66% | |
| Terracon Consultants, Inc. | 93.33% |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.2, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of Raba Kistner Inc. for the provision of Construction Materials Geo-technical Testing Service for an Urban County Program Public Facility Improvement Project. Funds utilized are from City General Funds. (Audio Reference 1h:11m 09s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-81292
a. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 10 DSRIP Payment IGT in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a tentative transfer date of 7-05-21 and a settlement date of 7-06-21. (Audio Reference 1h:11m 39s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.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 final instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:12m 14s)
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.A.1.b.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:12m 33s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.1.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.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 final instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:12m 14s)
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.A.1.b.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:12m 33s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.1.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
13.
Head Start Program:
A.
AI-81301
Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Two (2) Year Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Hidalgo Independent School District (Audio Reference 1h:12m 50s)
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 13.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-81302
Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Three (3) Year Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Mercedes Independent School District (Audio Reference 1h:13m 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 13.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-81300
1. Discussion/Approval of Relocation of Center at Western Road to Juan Seguin Elementary in La Joya Independent School District (ISD) (Audio Reference 1h:14m 19s)
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 13.C.1
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and La Joya ISD at District Elementary Campus (Seguin) (Audio Reference 1h:14m 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 13.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Five (5) Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and La Joya Independent School District. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 28s)
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 13.C.3
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.C.1
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and La Joya ISD at District Elementary Campus (Seguin) (Audio Reference 1h:14m 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 13.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Five (5) Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and La Joya Independent School District. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 28s)
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 13.C.3
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
D.
AI-81299
1. Discussion/Approval of Relocation of Centers in McAllen Independent School District (ISD), Navarro Head Start and Bonham Head Start Centers to Alvarez Elementary, Thigpen Zavala Elementary and Escandon Elementary (Audio Reference 1h:15m 56s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Five (5) Year Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and McAllen ISD (Audio Reference 1h:16m 32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Five (5) Year Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and McAllen ISD (Audio Reference 1h:16m 32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
E.
AI-81298
Discussion/Approval of the Following nine (9) Hidalgo County Head Start Program 2021-2022 Program Plans
(Audio Reference 1h:16m 56s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 21 - Closed Session. (Audio Reference 1h:17m 46s)
| 1. Child Nutrition | 4. Health Services | 7. Special Services |
| 2. Education Services | 5. Human Resources | 8. Transition Services |
| 3. Family Services | 6. Mental Health Services | 9. Transportation Services |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 21 - Closed Session. (Audio Reference 1h:17m 46s)
Attachments:
14.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-81315
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Western Oaks Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Evert Enterprises, Inc.) (Abram Road & Mile 6 North Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Abram Road and 1 internal street to be paved. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 39s PART 2)
Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 14.A.1.a.
The remaining court members proceeded to approve 14.A.1.a.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.1.a, as presented.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Highland Manor Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DASC Investments, LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 18 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Mile 5 ½ West Road and 1 internal street to be paved.
c. Villas West Phase I Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Mile Seven Rodney LLC.) (Tom Gill Road & Mile 7 Road)
No. of Lots: 75 Single Family , 13 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:18
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved.
d. Puente Del Sur Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Puente Del Sur, LTD.) (Ponciano Drive & Soderquist Road)
No. of Lots: 134 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:20
Filling Stations:16
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Ponciano Drive and Mile 4 ½ North Road are paved.Soderquist Road and 8 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 1h:20m 05s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.1 b through d, as presented.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Final Approval
a. Tierra Valverde Subdivision- Pct. 1 (La Media Luna Partners, LLC.) (Valverde Road & Canton Road)
No. of Lots: 23 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:3
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Valverde Road and 1 internal street are paved. (Audio Reference 1h:20m 18s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.2.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 16.A. (Audio Reference 1h:21m 03s PART 2)
a. Western Oaks Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Evert Enterprises, Inc.) (Abram Road & Mile 6 North Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Abram Road and 1 internal street to be paved. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 39s PART 2)
Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action on agenda item 14.A.1.a.
The remaining court members proceeded to approve 14.A.1.a.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.1.a, as presented.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Highland Manor Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DASC Investments, LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 18 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Mile 5 ½ West Road and 1 internal street to be paved.
c. Villas West Phase I Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Mile Seven Rodney LLC.) (Tom Gill Road & Mile 7 Road)
No. of Lots: 75 Single Family , 13 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:18
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved.
d. Puente Del Sur Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Puente Del Sur, LTD.) (Ponciano Drive & Soderquist Road)
No. of Lots: 134 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:20
Filling Stations:16
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Ponciano Drive and Mile 4 ½ North Road are paved.Soderquist Road and 8 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 1h:20m 05s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.1 b through d, as presented.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Final Approval
a. Tierra Valverde Subdivision- Pct. 1 (La Media Luna Partners, LLC.) (Valverde Road & Canton Road)
No. of Lots: 23 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:3
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Valverde Road and 1 internal street are paved. (Audio Reference 1h:20m 18s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.2.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 16.A. (Audio Reference 1h:21m 03s PART 2)
15.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-81387
Approval of Proclamation honoring Emma Arndt. (Audio Reference 10m:24s)
Mario Cano, with Precinct No.1, read the Proclamation honoring Emma Arndt.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Emma Arndt expressed her appreciation towards the Court for the recognition.
Coach Morales congratulated Emma Arndt's for her achievements.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 15.B. (Audio Reference 15m:26s)
Mario Cano, with Precinct No.1, read the Proclamation honoring Emma Arndt.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Emma Arndt expressed her appreciation towards the Court for the recognition.
Coach Morales congratulated Emma Arndt's for her achievements.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 15.B. (Audio Reference 15m:26s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-81388
Approval of proclamation honoring Brandon Figueroa. (Audio Reference 15m:26s)
Mario Cano, with Precinct No.1, read the Proclamation honoring Brandon Figueroa.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Brandon Figueroa and his family expressed their gratitude towards the Court for the recognition.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 24m:55s)
Mario Cano, with Precinct No.1, read the Proclamation honoring Brandon Figueroa.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Brandon Figueroa and his family expressed their gratitude towards the Court for the recognition.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 24m:55s)
Attachments:
16.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-81142
Requesting approval to issue a check payable to Lonestar Pipeline Company, LLC, in the amount of $32,335.00 for the utility relocation of a gas line in accordance with the Advance Funding Agreement for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Reconstruction Project (CSJ:0921-02-312) approved by CC 4/9/19 AI#69798. (Audio Reference 1h:21m 03s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-81377
Presentation, discussion and possible action on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. (Audio Reference 1h:21m 43s PART 2)
The Court agreed to postpone agenda item 17.A until all members of the Court are present.
No action was taken on agenda item 17.A.
The Court agreed to postpone agenda item 17.A until all members of the Court are present.
No action was taken on agenda item 17.A.
B.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-81385
2020 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Capital Leases (Various Departments): (Audio Reference 00m:00s)
A. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund capital lease expenses.
B. Approval of 2020 appropriation of revenues and expenses to fund capital lease expenses.
C. Approval of 2020 transfers to fund capital lease expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:22m 30s PART 2)
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.B.1 A through C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund capital lease expenses.
B. Approval of 2020 appropriation of revenues and expenses to fund capital lease expenses.
C. Approval of 2020 transfers to fund capital lease expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:22m 30s PART 2)
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.B.1 A through C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-81365
Pct. 2 Road & Bridge (1200):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance for Pct. 2 Road & Bridge in the amount of $1,459,344.71 to fund various operating expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 02s PART 2)
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.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from the Road & Bridge unassigned fund balance for Pct. 2 Road & Bridge in the amount of $1,459,344.71 to fund various operating expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 02s PART 2)
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.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-81354
District Attorney CCP59 (1223):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds in the amount of $131,032.47 to fund salaries and fringes expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 22s PART 2)
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.B.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds in the amount of $131,032.47 to fund salaries and fringes expenses. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 22s PART 2)
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.B.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
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. #1:
1.
AI-81375
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:22m 35s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.1.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 Professional Appraisal Services for "Charles Green Bridge Project" in Precinct No. 1; (Audio Reference 00m:00s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.1.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 Professional Appraisal Services for "Charles Green Bridge Project" in Precinct No. 1; (Audio Reference 00m:00s)
| Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates | CBRE, Evaluation & Advisory Services | Professional Appraisal Services, Inc. | |
| Evaluator No.1 | 98 | 94 | 92 |
| TOTAL | |||
| RANKING |
(Audio Reference 1h:22m 59s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.1.B, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Appraisal Services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates for Professional Appraisal Services for "Charles Green Bridge Project" in Precinct No.1. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 26s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.1.B, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Appraisal Services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates for Professional Appraisal Services for "Charles Green Bridge Project" in Precinct No.1. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 26s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-81379
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:23m 47s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.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 Professional Appraisal Review Services for "Charles Green Bridge Project" in Precinct No.1; and (Audio Reference 1h:24m 09s PART 2)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, read the scores as follows: Appraisal Haus with a score of 91, CBRE with a score of 92, and Professional Appraisal Services with a score of 98.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.2.B, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.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 Professional Appraisal Review Services for "Charles Green Bridge Project" in Precinct No.1; and (Audio Reference 1h:24m 09s PART 2)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, read the scores as follows: Appraisal Haus with a score of 91, CBRE with a score of 92, and Professional Appraisal Services with a score of 98.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.2.B, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Appraisal Review Services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of Professional Appraisal Services, Inc. for Professional Appraisal Review Services for "Charles Green Bridge Project" in Precinct No.1. (Audio Reference 1h:24m 39s PART 2)
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 18.A.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-81378
Requesting approval to reject all bids received for RFB 2021-338-04-07-JDC: Las Milpas Road Bridge & Traffic Signal Installation Project, as all bids received were over budget and the project will be re-advertised with revisions to the procurement packet. (Audio Reference 1h:24m 57s PART 2)
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.B.1.
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.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.
AI-81369
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services; (Audio Reference 1h:25m 20s PART 2)
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 18.B.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.B.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional engineering service providers for " ON CALL" Precinct No. 2 Projects;
| GDJ Engineering | Cruz-Hogan | Javier Hinojosa Engineering | |
| Evaluator No. 1 |
96 | 95 | 93 |
| Rank |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.B.2.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the No. 1 ranked firm of GDJ Engineering for Professional Engineering services for "ON CALL & AS NEEDED" basis for Precinct No. 2 Projects. (Audio Reference 1h:26m 02s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.B.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.B.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3.
AI-81368
Acceptance and approval to execute the final form of a professional engineering services agreement (subject to HC/DA/Civil Section approval as to legal form) for the provision of: (ON-CALL) Professional Engineering Services with Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc. [approved for negotiations CC 3/23/21] for projects located in Precinct No. 2, and subject to compliance with Form 1295. (Audio Reference 1h:26m 23s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.B.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.B.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-81357
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:26m 50s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.1.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 Professional Engineering Services for Trenton Roadway Improvements from I-69C (US 281) to FM 1423 (Val Verde Road) for Precinct 4; and
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.1.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 Professional Engineering Services for Trenton Roadway Improvements from I-69C (US 281) to FM 1423 (Val Verde Road) for Precinct 4; and
| Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC | J & R Engineering, LLC | TEDSI Infrastructure Group, LLC | |
| Evaluator 1 | 80 | 77 | 87 |
| Evaluator 2 | 91 | 89 | 97 |
| TOTAL | 171 | 166 | 184 |
| RANKING |
(Audio Reference 1h:27m 08s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.1.B, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of TEDSI Infrastructure Group, LLC. (Audio Reference 1h:27m 47s PART 2)
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.C.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court moved to agenda item 18.D.1. (Audio Reference 1h:28m 01s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.1.B, as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of TEDSI Infrastructure Group, LLC. (Audio Reference 1h:27m 47s PART 2)
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.C.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court moved to agenda item 18.D.1. (Audio Reference 1h:28m 01s PART 2)
2.
AI-81290
Requesting action to award bid and approval of contract C-21-008-06-25 [including TxDOT concurrence letter] and subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review as to legal form with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC for “North Alamo Road Realignment Project (From FM1925 (Monte Cristo Road) to 0.54 miles North of FM1925 located in Precinct No. 4, in the amount of $615,015.33. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 07s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded agenda item 18.D.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded agenda item 18.D.3.
Attachments:
D.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-81359
Sheriff's Office: Requesting approval of the purchase of fifteen (15) 2021 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles, with accessories in the amount of $512,321.25, through the County's membership/participation with Goodbuy Cooperative Contract #21-8F000 from Silsbee Ford subject to compliance with Form 1295 and full pride verification, if applicable. (Audio Reference 1h:28m 01s PART 2)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.D.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-81346
Presentation of the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and approval of contract document w/# C-2021-0415-06-25 [if required/issuance of a Purchase Order to evidence transaction or both] to Investa Property Maintenance, LLC. DBA U.S. Lawns McAllen, in connection with RFB #2021-0415-06-09-JAG titled: “Lawn Care Services for Sheriff’s Office Facilities” (Audio Reference 1h:28m 31s PART 2)
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 18.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court returned back to take action on agenda item 18.C.2. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 07s PART 2)
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 18.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court returned back to take action on agenda item 18.C.2. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 07s PART 2)
Attachments:
3.
AI-81252
Approval to purchase Equipment, Accesories & related suppllies for twenty one (21) new vehicles from Dana Safety Supply, Inc. dba Fleet Safety Equipment, through our membership/participation with Buyboard Contract 603-20 (exp 03/31/2023) through requisition 434902 in the amount of $221,821.22 for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office subject to 1295 compliance. (Audio Reference 1h:30m 16s PART 2)
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.D.3.
Martha Salazar, with the Purchasing Department, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 18.D.3.
E.
IT Department:
1.
AI-81381
Acceptance and approval of the lowest and best proposal received [through cooperative sealed quotes] for the purchase of network switches and installation services for the New County Courthouse from Insight Public Sector, Inc. through their cooperative awarded contracts with DIR and Omnia Partners in the total amount of $705,137.14, subject to final price verification and issuance of Purchase Order to evidence transaction. (Audio Reference 1h:30m 21s PART 2)
Mrs. Salazar stated a correction the amount posted on the agenda, which should state $704,917.90, and not $705,137.14.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mrs. Salazar stated a correction the amount posted on the agenda, which should state $704,917.90, and not $705,137.14.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
19.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act and American Rescue Plan Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:31m 17s PART 2)
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:31m 25s PART 2)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 19.A.1.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:31m 37s PART 2)
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 20.A. (Audio Reference 1h:32m 09s PART 2)
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act and American Rescue Plan Act Funds (Audio Reference 1h:31m 17s PART 2)
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:31m 25s PART 2)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 19.A.1.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:31m 37s PART 2)
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 20.A. (Audio Reference 1h:32m 09s PART 2)
20.
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:32m 08s PART 2)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 20.A.1, nor on 20.A.2.
The Court proceeded to the agenda items under Open Session - 23.A. (Audio Reference 1h:32m 18s PART 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:32m 08s PART 2)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 20.A.1, nor on 20.A.2.
The Court proceeded to the agenda items under Open Session - 23.A. (Audio Reference 1h:32m 18s PART 2)
21.
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:17m 46s)
The Court proceeded into Closed Session at 11:12 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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:17m 46s)
The Court proceeded into Closed Session at 11:12 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
Reference agenda item 23.A.
Reference agenda item 23.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 23.B.
Reference agenda item 23.B.
C.
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
Reference agenda item 23.C.
Reference agenda item 23.C.
D.
AI-81311
Claim of Bryan Bertos
Reference agenda item 23.D.
Reference agenda item 23.D.
22.
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:33m 09s PART 2)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 22.A, nor on 22.B.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 26 - Adjournment. (Audio Reference 1h:33m 18s PART 2)
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:33m 09s PART 2)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that no action was to be taken on agenda items 22.A, nor on 22.B.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 26 - Adjournment. (Audio Reference 1h:33m 18s PART 2)
23.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:18m 17s PART 2)
The Court returned from Closed Session at 12:03 P.M, and proceeded to the agenda item 14.A.
The Court returned from Closed Session at 12:03 P.M, and proceeded to the agenda item 14.A.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same (Audio Reference 1h:32m 18s PART 2)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the administration would proceed as directed.
No action was taken on agenda item 23.A.
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the administration would proceed as directed.
No action was taken on agenda item 23.A.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation (Audio Reference 1h:32m 28s PART 2)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 23.B.
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 23.B.
C.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency (Audio Reference 1h:32m 32s PART 2)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 23.C.
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 23.C.
D.
AI-81310
Claim of Bryan Bertos (Audio Reference 1h:32m 41s PART 2)
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $4,384.88
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.D, and offer stated above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $4,384.88
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.D, and offer stated above.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
24.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceeded into Closed Session - agenda item 24.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceeded into Closed Session - agenda item 24.
25.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceeded to Open Session - agenda item 25.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceeded to Open Session - agenda item 25.
26.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 1h:33m 18s PART 2)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting at 12:20 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 12:20 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 25th 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 25, 2021.
Signed this 29th 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 25th 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 25, 2021.
Signed this 29th 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