SPECIAL MEETING - July 13, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 13th day of July 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 CONSENT COMMISSIONERS COURT July 13, 2021 10:00 A.M. |
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:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote. (Audio Reference 35m:55s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 12.B.1 & 12.B.2 be pulled for further discussion. The Court proceeded to approve the remainder of the Consent Agenda.
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 of the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Consent Agenda items 12.B.1 and 12.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 12.B.1 and 12.B.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 36m:34s)
Prior to adjournment, Valde Guerra stated notations for Consent Agenda items 13.F and 13.N. (Audio Reference 31m:28s PART 3 )
1.
AI-81419
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
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2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-81420
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-81503
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of McAllen 2020-2021 TIRZ #1 Tres Lagos- payment, in the amount of $437,816.99 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of McAllen, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of McAllen.
Attachments:
C.
AI-81543
Discussion, consideration and approval to process payment for tax year 2020 in the amount of $221,447.78, to HEB Grocery Company pursuant to the Economic Development Agreement between the City of Weslaco, Hidalgo County, and HEB Grocery Company.
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3.
2021 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-81558
2021 - County Judge (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-81586
2021 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200)
Attachments:
C.
AI-81537
2021 - Co Clerk Prsv of Vital Stats (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-81554
2021 - Constable Pct 1 (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-81552
2021 - Pct. 1 Adm. (1200)
Attachments:
F.
AI-81534
2021 - Pct. 1 Adm. (1200)
Attachments:
G.
AI-81538
2021 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-81456
2021 - CW Mech Shop (1200)
Attachments:
I.
AI-81445
2021 - Hidalgo Blue Program (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-81545
2021 - WIC ADM - (1292)
Attachments:
K.
AI-81514
2021 - WIC Lactation Center (1292)
Attachments:
L.
AI-81480
2021 - WIC Lactation Support Center (1292)
Attachments:
M.
AI-81492
2021 - CRIM DA (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-81506
2021 - Nuisance Abatement (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-81434
2021 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200)
Attachments:
P.
AI-81461
2021 - Facilities Management Co Wide (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-81481
2021 - Emergency Management (1100)
Attachments:
R.
AI-81443
2021 - AUTOPSIES (1100)
Attachments:
S.
AI-81447
2021 - Tax Office (1100)
Attachments:
T.
AI-81448
2021 - CJD VAP (1281)
Attachments:
U.
AI-81411
2021 - 206th DC (1100)
Attachments:
V.
AI-81611
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept ./ Covid-19 Immunization (1293)
Attachments:
W.
AI-81573
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / MAC (1293)
Attachments:
X.
AI-81460
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Prenatal (1293)
Attachments:
Y.
AI-81482
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Clinics (1100)
Attachments:
Z.
AI-81457
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Child Health (1293)
Attachments:
AA.
AI-81476
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / COVID / Budget #2 (1293)
Attachments:
BB.
AI-81452
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / RLSS (1293)
Attachments:
CC.
AI-81432
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / BBHW (1293)
Attachments:
DD.
AI-81392
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / IMM (1293)
Attachments:
EE.
AI-81401
2021 - I.T. Department (1100 C.W.)
Attachments:
FF.
AI-81404
2021 - DA CCP59 (1223)
Attachments:
GG.
AI-81408
2021 - Human Resources (1100)
Attachments:
HH.
AI-81559
2021 - Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (1100)
Attachments:
II.
AI-81556
2021- Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (1100)
Attachments:
JJ.
AI-81415
2021 - Sheriff's CCP59 (Fund 1227)
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4.
2021 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-81609
Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th-McColl Rd) Project (1200):
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint into Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St-McColl Rd)Project in the amount of $25,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint into Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd (10th St-McColl Rd)Project in the amount of $25,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
B.
AI-81587
Pct. 4:
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 4 Road Maint (program 007) to Pct.4 Admin (program 005) in the amount of $41,000.00.
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 4 Road Maint (program 007) to Pct.4 Admin (program 005) in the amount of $41,000.00.
Attachments:
C.
AI-81483
Co. Comm. (1100):
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Mental Health Trials Acct. to Co. Comm. Acct. in the amount of $5,000.00 for anticipated expenses
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Mental Health Trials Acct. to Co. Comm. Acct. in the amount of $5,000.00 for anticipated expenses
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5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-81630
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
Attachments:
B.
AI-81467
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 1.21 acres out of Farm Tract 2243 and 2247 North Capisallo District (Pct. 1)
(Mile 17 ½ North Road & Uncle Pete Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline north of Mile 17 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension with a 8” PVC casing boring Mile 17 ½ North Road of approximately ¼ mile south along the west side of Uncle Pete Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 55.00 acres tract of land being the west 5.00 acres of Block 41 all of Lot 42 and east 10.00 acres of Block 43 Hill Halbert Tract Subdivision (San Martin Subdivision No. 6) (Pct. 1) (Canton Road & Valverde Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Canton Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 8” water lines with a 16” PVC casing boring Canton Road.
c. Applicant: Spectrum (Project# 1706181 EM121)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole installation: North side of Benito Ramirez Road approximately 32.00 feet east of Calle De Rebecca Street. (Pct. 4)
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project# 1706181 EM122)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole installation: South side of Ramseyer Road approximately 230.00 feet east of Terry Road. (Pct. 4)
e. Applicant: Spectrum (Project# 1706181 EM120)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole installation: South side of Ramseyer Road approximately 200.00 feet west of Brushline Road. (Pct. 4)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 1.21 acres out of Farm Tract 2243 and 2247 North Capisallo District (Pct. 1)
(Mile 17 ½ North Road & Uncle Pete Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline north of Mile 17 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension with a 8” PVC casing boring Mile 17 ½ North Road of approximately ¼ mile south along the west side of Uncle Pete Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 55.00 acres tract of land being the west 5.00 acres of Block 41 all of Lot 42 and east 10.00 acres of Block 43 Hill Halbert Tract Subdivision (San Martin Subdivision No. 6) (Pct. 1) (Canton Road & Valverde Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Canton Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 8” water lines with a 16” PVC casing boring Canton Road.
c. Applicant: Spectrum (Project# 1706181 EM121)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole installation: North side of Benito Ramirez Road approximately 32.00 feet east of Calle De Rebecca Street. (Pct. 4)
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project# 1706181 EM122)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole installation: South side of Ramseyer Road approximately 230.00 feet east of Terry Road. (Pct. 4)
e. Applicant: Spectrum (Project# 1706181 EM120)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole installation: South side of Ramseyer Road approximately 200.00 feet west of Brushline Road. (Pct. 4)
Attachments:
C.
AI-81393
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 15.00 acres out of Lot 7 Blk. 46 Alamo Land & Sugar (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water line with a 2” PVC casing boring Eldora Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.64 acres out of Lot 1 Blk. 97 Turner Tract (Nittler Road & Co. Road 3350) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 1 ½ ” waterline west of Co. Road 3350.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Co. Road 3350.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 4.76 acres out of Farm Tract 486 West Tract Subdivision (Pct. 1) (Mile 5 North Road & Mile 4 West Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Mile 4 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension along the east side of Mile 4 West Road of approximately 80 feet running north.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 3 acres out of Lot 12 and 3.00 acres out of Lot 11 Blk. 33 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit 2 (Pct. 4)
(Ramseyer Road & Kenyon Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” waterline south of Ramseyer Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Ramseyer Road.
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 15.00 acres out of Lot 7 Blk. 46 Alamo Land & Sugar (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water line with a 2” PVC casing boring Eldora Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.64 acres out of Lot 1 Blk. 97 Turner Tract (Nittler Road & Co. Road 3350) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 1 ½ ” waterline west of Co. Road 3350.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Co. Road 3350.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 4.76 acres out of Farm Tract 486 West Tract Subdivision (Pct. 1) (Mile 5 North Road & Mile 4 West Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Mile 4 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension along the east side of Mile 4 West Road of approximately 80 feet running north.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 3 acres out of Lot 12 and 3.00 acres out of Lot 11 Blk. 33 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit 2 (Pct. 4)
(Ramseyer Road & Kenyon Road)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” waterline south of Ramseyer Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Ramseyer Road.
Attachments:
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Pct. #4:
A.
AI-81428
Requesting reimbursement for Commissioner Pct. 4 Ellie Torres in the amount of $45.00 for June - July invoice paid to Switcher Studio after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
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7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-81494
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of June 16, 2021 - June 30, 2021 in the amount of $32,965.60 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of June 16, 2021 - June 30, 2021 in the amount of $32,965.60 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
B.
AI-81147
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/19/2021:
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 07/19/2021:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance | Net Change |
| Delete Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0076 | Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 | ($500.00) |
| Delete Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0171 | Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 | ($500.00) |
| Delete Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0022 | Sergeant | $500.00 | $0.00 | ($500.00) |
| Delete Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0011 | Lieutenant | $500.00 | $0.00 | ($500.00) |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0401 | Sergeant | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0040 | Sergeant | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0020 | Lieutenant | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0015 | Lieutenant | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
Attachments:
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Adult Probation:
A.
AI-81562
Adult Probation - DWI Court (1289):
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Court Grant program income and appropriation of the same for the months of May 2021 and June 2021 in the amounts of $606.00 and $286.00 respectively.
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the DWI Court Grant program income and appropriation of the same for the months of May 2021 and June 2021 in the amounts of $606.00 and $286.00 respectively.
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-81560
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $340.00 (Requisition #436795), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $340.00 (Requisition #436795), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-81468
Request approval to renew 2020-2021 membership dues in the amount of $50.00 to the National Community Development Association, Region VI for Hidalgo County Urban County Program.(Membership dues covering the period July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021).
Attachments:
C.
AI-81518
Requesting approval of membership fees for (iGO) International Association of Government Official for Chief Deputy, Annette Muñiz. Purchase order #832365 was made out to association and was properly obtained prior to the conference and the association made an adjustment that ultimately benefited the county, since it resulted in a refund.
Attachments:
D.
AI-81485
Requesting approval to pay the 2021 (URA) Urban Recorders Alliance membership fees in the amount of $50.00 for Noe Lopez, Jr, Chief of Operations, and $50.00 for Jason Rohr, Court Administration Supervisor, in the combined amount of $100.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-81412
Health & Human Services:
Approval to pay the Texas Association of City & County Health Officials (TACCHO) membership for 2021-2022 year with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Approval to pay the Texas Association of City & County Health Officials (TACCHO) membership for 2021-2022 year with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
10.
Urban County:
A.
AI-81475
Requesting approval to cancel the application of Fidencio & Elizabeth Martinez at the request of homeowner. Commissioner’s Court approved applicant for assistance on March 23, 2021 (Agenda item #80038).
Attachments:
11.
IT Department:
A.
AI-81386
Ratification of authorization and approval, effective on 03/02/21, to purchase new wireless service plans through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following:
| Department: | Qty: | Employee/ID: | Description: | Service Plan: | Equipment: |
| Health Department | 3 | Office Use - PHEP | New MiFi's | Custom 4G Unl. MB Plan w/ MBP for National Security, Public Safety & First Responders @ $37.99/ea per month | MiFi 8800 @ $0.00 |
Attachments:
12.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-81397
Various Departments:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Ttitle | G/S | Budgeted Salary/ Allowance | G/S | Proposed Salary/Allowance | Effective Date |
| Create Allowance Slot to Provide Longevity | 340-081 | 0002 | COVID-19 Project Specialist III | 13/01 | - | 13/01 | - | 06/21/2021 |
| 340-003 | A175 (Create) |
$0.00 | $420.00 | |||||
| Budget Adjustment (Demotion) | 78-330-028 | 7810 | Drill Sergeant | 08/01 | $34,767.00 | 08/02 | $35,984.00 | 07/01/2021 |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral Transfer) | 190-002 | 0009 | Human Resources Specialist I | 06/01 | $29,807.00 | 06/02 | $30,850.00 | 07/05/2021 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-81541
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $ 732,621.16 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 06/10/21 to 06/30/21.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 36m:34s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 12.B.1 and 12.B.2.
The remaining members of the Court motioned to approve Consent Agenda item 12.B.1 and 12.B.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 Consent Agenda items 12.B.1 and 12.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda item 24 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 37m:06s)
| 06/10-23/21 | $ 86,178.31 |
| 06/24-30/21 | $ 646,442.85 |
| TOTAL | $ 732,621.16 |
(Audio Reference 36m:34s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 12.B.1 and 12.B.2.
The remaining members of the Court motioned to approve Consent Agenda item 12.B.1 and 12.B.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 Consent Agenda items 12.B.1 and 12.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda item 24 - Closed Session (Audio Reference 37m:06s)
13.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
AI-81607
Executive Office - Traffic Engineering:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | 6/30/21 | 11328628 | $12,577.44 | 827814 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-81459
Approval to exercise the second of two one-year options to renew/extend [as permitted under the current letter of engagement] with the Caso Law Firm, PLLC for the provision of legal services.
C.
AI-81582
Hidalgo County Forensic Center:
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $38,952.85 for the “Hidalgo County Forensic Center Generator, X-Ray and Renovations" Project submitted by contractor, Noble Texas Builders, LLC and reviewed by the project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc.
Attachments:
D.
AI-81579
Forensic Center:
Requesting approval of payment of the following invoice submitted by project engineer Raba Kistner for engineering services rendered to the Hidalgo County Forensic Center:
Requesting approval of payment of the following invoice submitted by project engineer Raba Kistner for engineering services rendered to the Hidalgo County Forensic Center:
| Invoice# | Date | Amount | P.O. |
| R030485 | 06/17/2021 | $3,139.40 | 831939 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-81414
County Wide:
1. Authority to exercise one (1) year extension [as permitted in the current contract] for "Hot Mix Cold Laid" for Hidalgo County under the same rates, terms and conditions with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC [C-20-219-07-21].
Health Department:
2. Authority to exercise the one (1) year extension [as permitted in the current contract] for "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" for Hidalgo County Health Department under the same rates, terms and conditions with H-E-B Rxtra Advantage ([20-245-07-21].
Health Department:
2. Authority to exercise the one (1) year extension [as permitted in the current contract] for "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" for Hidalgo County Health Department under the same rates, terms and conditions with H-E-B Rxtra Advantage ([20-245-07-21].
Attachments:
F.
AI-81436
County Wide:
Requesting authority to exercise the one (1) year extension with South Texas Land Investigation for the "Title Report Services" as permitted in the current contract (C-20-158-07-21) under the same rates, terms and conditions. (Audio Reference 31m:28s PART 3 )
Valde Guerra confirmed approval subject to compliance with Form 1295.
Requesting authority to exercise the one (1) year extension with South Texas Land Investigation for the "Title Report Services" as permitted in the current contract (C-20-158-07-21) under the same rates, terms and conditions. (Audio Reference 31m:28s PART 3 )
Valde Guerra confirmed approval subject to compliance with Form 1295.
Attachments:
G.
AI-81555
Approval to exercise the county's option to utilize the one (1) year renewal term available under contract C-19-059-05-08 with AMT Auction Marketing, under the same rates, terms, and conditions, for the Hidalgo County, "Auctioneer & Related Services."
Attachments:
H.
AI-81550
County-wide:
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of RFB No. 21-076-08-04-TDL for the project titled: "Type D Hot Mix (Limestone Only) for Hidalgo County including re-advertising when/if applicable.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of RFB No. 21-076-08-04-TDL for the project titled: "Type D Hot Mix (Limestone Only) for Hidalgo County including re-advertising when/if applicable.
Attachments:
I.
AI-81547
92nd District Court:
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Capital Copier Leases with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, through our membership with DIR Cooperative (DIR-CPO-4435) with a total monthly payment of $229.53, and Requisition # 00435850.
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Capital Copier Leases with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, dba, Ricoh USA, through our membership with DIR Cooperative (DIR-CPO-4435) with a total monthly payment of $229.53, and Requisition # 00435850.
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AI-81496
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoice as submitted by B2Z Engineering for engineering services for the HCSO Memorial Wall through the current Agreement Contract# C-19-251-07-16 Work Authorization #3 (P.O. # 825083).
| Invoice | Amount |
| 40127 | $441.00 |
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AI-81497
Acceptance and approval of invoice as submitted by B2Z Engineering for professional engineering services under WA #1 Contract# C-20-681-12-29 for "Wall Partition in Adult Detention Facility Releasing Area", through the current Agreement. (PO#829205).
| Invoice | Amount |
| 40128 | $1,287.45 |
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AI-81507
Health & Human Services:
Approval of Applications for Payment described below from B2Z Engineering Professional Construction Management Services for Testing/Bio-Safety Laboratory Facility:
| Work Authorization # | Description | PO# | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Work Authorization #2 | Design & Bidding Phase | 828387 | 40130 | 7/1/2021 | $7,708.85 |
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AI-81410
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoice listed below, submitted by project manager B2Z Engineering for services rendered:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Justice Center | 6/1/21 | 40119 | $ 2,151.19 | 783749 |
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AI-81563
Facilities Management:
Requesting approval to complete and submit credit applications to set up accounts to procure the necessary supplies, with authority for the Facilities Management Director, Mr. Oscar Villarreal, to sign the documents subject to HC/DA/Civil Div. final review & approval as to legal form [see NOTE in Background herein] and compliance with Form 1295 with the following vendors:
(A) Accredited Lock Supply Co;
(B) Fairway Supply, Inc.;
(C) Maderas y Triplay JS;
(D) Mark's Plumbing Parts;
(E) Central Plumbing; and
(F) Electric A Division of Cenco Corporation, DBA Texas Wood Supply
(Audio Reference 32m:00s PART 3 )
Valde Guerra confirmed approval subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review & approval as to Legal Form.
Requesting approval to complete and submit credit applications to set up accounts to procure the necessary supplies, with authority for the Facilities Management Director, Mr. Oscar Villarreal, to sign the documents subject to HC/DA/Civil Div. final review & approval as to legal form [see NOTE in Background herein] and compliance with Form 1295 with the following vendors:
(A) Accredited Lock Supply Co;
(B) Fairway Supply, Inc.;
(C) Maderas y Triplay JS;
(D) Mark's Plumbing Parts;
(E) Central Plumbing; and
(F) Electric A Division of Cenco Corporation, DBA Texas Wood Supply
(Audio Reference 32m:00s PART 3 )
Valde Guerra confirmed approval subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review & approval as to Legal Form.
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AI-81523
Requesting approval of Payment Application #1 in the amount of $455.60 through PO# 834165 for Herrcon for the Mahl Building A/C Valve Replacement Project.
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AI-81424
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT:
Requesting approval to accept this clarification on AI-80323 and AI-80327, approved on 04/13/2021, to reflect the correct address for the Emergency Management Warehouse from 2802 S. Bus. Hwy. 281 to 7515 N. US Highway 281-Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas..
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Hidalgo County:
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AI-81544
Requesting approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the second of two (2) one (1) year terms under original contract, C-19-123-07-03, with Tru Bleu Pure Water, for "Bottled Water Services," for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions.
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AI-81490
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year extension under the same rates, terms and conditions with MLG Protection Services, as permitted in the current contract C-20-059-08-04.
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County Judge's Office:
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AI-81524
"Restatement of Public Purpose" approved by the HCCC [02-09-21 AI#79443 & 04-06-2021 AI#80267]. Requesting a declaration of public purpose pursuant to Art. 3, Sec. 52 of the Constitution of the State of Texas for the County Judge's Office, Public Affairs Division, Economic Development and Emergency Management for the purchase of promotional items (as listed in the attached document).
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AI-81458
County Judge/Emergency Management:
Requesting authorization for Surplus and removal of assets declared “Salvage property “on "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete that it has no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
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Pct. #1:
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AI-81568
Precinct No. 1:
Requesting approval of payment of invoice #20C1 in the amount $84,960.00 submitted by Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC., in connection with professional engineering services provided for Pct. 1 for Road Infrastructure Assessment.
Requesting approval of payment of invoice #20C1 in the amount $84,960.00 submitted by Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC., in connection with professional engineering services provided for Pct. 1 for Road Infrastructure Assessment.
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AI-81446
Precinct No. 1:
Approval and ratification of CC/R-AI#79857 on 03/23/21, to continue with rental of grapple truck up to 6 months as per the terms of Schedule A-1 Monthly Equipment Rental.
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AI-81527
Precinct No. 1:
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct. 1 Projects:
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct. 1 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Amount | Purchase Order |
| Mile 6 (M9-M11) | 06/30/2021 | 11328610 | $6,048.16 | 779197 |
| Mile 6 (M14 ½ SH107) | 06/30/2021 | 11328616 | $81,045.00 | 829916 |
| Mile 10 (M6-FM 1015) | 06/30/2021 | 11328615 | $7,882.46 | 796083 |
| FM 1015 | 06/30/2021 | 11328625 | $1,350.00 | 785461 |
| FM 493 | 06/30/2021 | 11328609 | $450.00 | 727479 |
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AI-81528
Precinct No. 1 CO 2017 (1351):
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for engineering services rendered for Sunset Park Operations Facility, as submitted by project professional services provider, B2Z Engineering, LLC.:
| Project | PO No. | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Invoice Amount |
| WA#1 | 778432 | 10067 | 07/01/2021 | $6,079.70 |
| WA#2 | 789711 | 10068 | 07/01/2021 | $2,088.53 |
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AI-81429
Precinct No. 1 Sunset Operations Facility:
Requesting approval of Payment Application No.5 in the amount of $123,025.82 for services rendered in connection with the Sunset Park Operations Facility as submitted by E-Con Group, LLC.
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AI-81395
Precinct No. 1:
Approval of Application for Payment No. 11 in the amount of $49,925.05 for the Pct 1 M6W (M9-M11) Project as submitted by the contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC. and reviewed by the project engineer, SAMES Engineering.
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Pct. #2:
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AI-81601
Pct. #2:
Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $99,153.17 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project submitted by the contractor, 2GS, LLC through Contract C-19-017-11-05 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Approval of Application for Payment No. 19 in the amount of $99,153.17 for the Pct 2 Dicker Road Project submitted by the contractor, 2GS, LLC through Contract C-19-017-11-05 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
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AI-81540
Pct. #2:
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Dicker Road Project (WA#2) | 06/30/21 | 11328614 | $ 1,820.29 | 778854 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) | 06/30/21 | 11328627 | $52,678.94 | 826939 |
| Eldora Road Project (WA#3) | 06/30/21 | 11328633 | $25,512.18 | 821432 |
| SH107/Bus 281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#2) | 06/30/21 | 11328635 | $42,693.32 | 788634 |
| Eldora Road Project (WA#2) | 06/30/21 | 11328636 | $42,197.67 | 764302 |
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AI-81495
Pct. #2:
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Dicker Road Project | 07/01/21 | 20295 | $33,761.89 | 803856 |
| Regional Linear Park Project (WA#1) | 07/01/21 | 20296 | $ 5,978.06 | 790326 |
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AI-81486
Pct. #2:
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice#2021-43 in the amount of $23,062.25 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services provided under Contract C-20-471-09-01 (WA#1) for the Pct 2 Lopezville Park Improvement Project.
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice#2021-43 in the amount of $23,062.25 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services provided under Contract C-20-471-09-01 (WA#1) for the Pct 2 Lopezville Park Improvement Project.
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Pct. #3:
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AI-81618
Authority to advertise and approval of the Procurement Packet as attached hereto for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 for "Lease of Land for Citizen Collection Site in Penitas (5 Acres on Tom Gill Road between 5 and 7 Mile Line" - RFB 2021-0558-08-04-HGO including the authority to re-advertise if necessary and subject to HC/DA/Civil Section final review and to legal form.
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AI-81493
Pct. #3:
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineers, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., and B2Z Engineering for Precinct 3 projects:
| Invoice No. | Date | Project | PO No. | Amount |
| 11328618 | 6-30-21 | FM 676 (Mile 5) WA #2 | 806793 | $ 60,545.00 |
| 11328619 | 6-30-21 | Veterans Blvd. WA #3 | 772041 | $ 1,600.00 |
| 30006 | 7-1-21 | Mile 3 N. Rd. WA #1 | 823768 | $ 31,853.47 |
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AI-81489
Pct. #3:
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering for professional services under contract #C-19-243-07-16:
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by project engineer Javier Hinojosa Engineering for professional services under contract #C-19-243-07-16:
| Invoice No. | Date | Project | Amount | PO No. |
| 21051 | 6-30-21 | Motor Pool Facility | $12,406.00 | 804874 |
| 21052 | 6-30-21 | La Mansion Concrete Flat Work | $ 5,250.00 | 831736 |
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Pct. #4:
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AI-81566
A. Presentation of the responsible vendor, Dice Production submitting the sole quote for the project for Pct. #4 titled: Movies at the Parks in the amount of $7,080.00;
B. Requesting approval of the service agreement between Hidalgo County and Dice Production of Weslaco to provide Precinct 4 with movies to be played/shown/aired at two parks: the Endowment Center--San Carlos Park, and J.R. Milo Ponce Memorial Park with a total of six (6) showings to be played at both locations.
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AI-81539
Pct. #4:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by project engineers: B2Z Engineering, L&G Engineers, and GDJ Engineering for projects located in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 and listed below.
Acceptance and approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by project engineers: B2Z Engineering, L&G Engineers, and GDJ Engineering for projects located in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 and listed below.
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Vendor/Project | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 07/01/2021 | 830040 | B2Z Engineering / Sunflower Park | 40129 | $ 2,796.68 |
| 07/01/2021 | 811749 | B2Z Engineering / Mechanical Shop | 40126 | $ 6,415.62 |
| 06/30/2021 | 808447 | L&G Engineers / Mile 5 Project WA#2 | 11328621 | $56,350.38 |
| 06/30/2021 | 785987 | L&G Engineers / FM1925 WA #3 | 11328611 | $95,880.08 |
| 06/30/2021 | 725312 | L&G Engineers / FM1925 10th McColl | 11328617 | $ 2,500.00 |
| 06/30/2021 | 728311 | L&G Engineers / FM2220 Ware Rd WA#1 | 11328608 | $31,326.41 |
| 06/30/2021 | 785986 | L&G Engineers / FM1925 WA#2 10th to McColl | 11328613 | $66,672.52 |
| 06/30/2021 | 739761 | L&G Engineers / FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th | 11328612 | $16,459.78 |
| 07/01/2021 | 831988 | GDJ Engineering / Flashing Beacon Design Project | 2021-45 | $13,228.40 |
| 07/01/2021 | 830599 | GDJ Engineering / Russel Road Project WA#1 | 2021-44 | $47,957.40 |
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AI-81425
Pct. #4:
Acceptance and approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by project engineer and architect: B2Z Engineering and ERO Architects for projects located in Hidalgo County Precinct 4 and listed below.
Acceptance and approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by project engineer and architect: B2Z Engineering and ERO Architects for projects located in Hidalgo County Precinct 4 and listed below.
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Vendor / Project | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 05/03/2021 | 811749 | B2Z Engineering / Mechanical Shop | 40114 | $5,350.98 |
| 05/03/2021 | 830040 | B2Z Engineering / Sunflower Park | 40118 | $4,615.76 |
| 06/23/2021 |
811836
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ERO Architects / Hidalgo County P4 Mechanical Shops | 2021-0121 | $2,173.16 |
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There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 13th day of July, 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 July 13, 2021.
Signed this 14th day of July 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 13th day of July, 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 July 13, 2021.
Signed this 14th day of July 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy