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Minutes for CC CONSENT AGENDA SPECIAL MTG

SPECIAL MEETING - October 19, 2021

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 19th day of October 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:
    
AGENDA
CC REGULAR CONSENT
COMMISSIONERS COURT
October 19, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 Part 1 - 17m:07s)

County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 12.A.1 and 12.A.2 be pulled for further discussion. The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining items on the Consent Agenda.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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.A.1 and 12.A.2.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 12.A.1. and 12.A.2 for further discussion and/or approval. (Audio Reference Part 1 - 17m:24s)

 
1.
AI-82803
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.)
 
2.
 
Auditor's Office:
 
A.
AI-82804
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
 
3.
 
2021 Intradepartmental transfers:
 
A.
AI-82943
2021 - Justice Court Technology Fund (1242)
 
B.
AI-82944
2021 - DA FED SHRG - DOJ (1256)
Attachments:
 
C.
AI-82896
2021 - IT Department (C.W.1100)
Attachments:
 
D.
AI-82902
2021 - JP 2/2 (1100)
 
E.
AI-82905
2021 - WIC Admin (1292)
 
F.
AI-82909
2021 - Facilities Management CO Wide (1100)
Attachments:
 
G.
AI-82890
2021 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
 
H.
AI-82934
2021-Constable Pct.3
Attachments:
 
I.
AI-82903
2021 - Constable Precinct 4 (1231)
Attachments:
 
J.
AI-82904
2021 - Constable Pct. 5 (1100)
Attachments:
 
K.
AI-82922
2021 - County Treasurer (1100)
 
L.
AI-82839
2021 - 449th District Court (1100)
Attachments:
 
M.
AI-82863
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHEP (1293)
Attachments:
 
N.
AI-82864
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293)
Attachments:
 
O.
AI-82841
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PH Workforce Expansion (1293)
 
P.
AI-82833
2021 Purchasing (1100)
Attachments:
 
Q.
AI-82815
2021 - 206th DC (1100)
 
R.
AI-82802
2021 - Executive Office (1100)
Attachments:
 
S.
AI-82884
2021 - Constable Pct 1 (1100)
Attachments:
 
T.
AI-82869
2021-Constable Pct 1 (1100)
Attachments:
 
U.
AI-82788
2021 Constable Pct 1 (1100)
Attachments:
 
V.
AI-82886
2021 - Pct. 1 Rd. Maint. (1200)
Attachments:
 
W.
AI-82813
2021 - Pct. 1 Adm. (1200)
Attachments:
 
X.
AI-82821
2021 - Pct. 1 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
 
Y.
AI-82798
2021 - Pct 1 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
 
Z.
AI-82722
2021 - Domestic Relations Office (1100)
Attachments:
 
4.
 
2021 Interdepartmental transfers:
 
A.
AI-82877
Pct. 1 CO 2017 (1351):
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 M12N(M1W-M2W), prog. 268, to PFC Martinez (Waterfal)-Rd., prog. 282, in the amount of $11,542.80 to fund road project expenses.
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-82948
2021- Colonia Streetlight Pr (1100): Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from PCT 3 Land & Bldg Rent , Machinery & Equipment to Colonisa Streetlight Pr -Repair & Maint Srv in the amount of $54,000 to fund installation of Streetlamps for Rancho El Potreero, Flaco Chiquito, Pradera Hidalgo County Streetlight Program 
Attachments:
 
C.
AI-82939
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Mechanic Shop (program 193) to Pct.4 Machinery (program 029) in the amount of $35,856.92.
Attachments:
 
D.
AI-82878
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Road Maint (program 007) to Pct.4 Flashing Beacon (program 226) in the amount of $139,449.73. 
Attachments:
 
5.
 
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-82899
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)
 
 
B.
AI-82826
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS 
a.Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1995061-EM134)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Southside of Ron Avenue approximately 130.00 feet west of Gemini Avenue. (Pct. 4)
 
b. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1321943-EMO01)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Southside of Curry Road approximately 200.00 feet east of Cowboy Drive. (Pct. 4)
 
c. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907693-SM113)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Southside of Mile 10 ½ North Road approximately 200.00 feet west of Orange Drive. (Pct. 4)
 
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2729557-PA49C)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Southside of Moore Road approximately 400.00 feet east of Border Road. (Pct. 2)

e. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1721242-WE109)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Northside of Clark Road approximately 750.00 feet west of Mile 1 ½ East Road. (Pct. 1)
 
f. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2111847-WEO03)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Southside of Mile 11 North Road approximately 500.00 feet west of Mile 1 ½ West Road. (Pct. 1)
 
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1505819-PA106)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Southside of Wisconsin Road approximately 40.00 feet east of Socata Road. (Pct. 4)
 
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907295-SM127)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Eastside of Western Road approximately 200.00 feet north of Los Vecinos Street. (Pct. 3)
 
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907365-SM115)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Eastside of Abram Road approximately 100.00 feet south of La Vida Street. (Pct. 3)
 
j. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1647490-WD83)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Southside of Mile 12 North Road approximately 1,000.00 feet east of Tacho Street. (Pct. 1)
 
k. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907295-SM126)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  Eastside of Western Road approximately 200.00 feet south of Santa Monica Blvd. (Pct. 3)
 
 l. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Legal Description: 10.00 acre out of Lot 3 Blk. 96 Mo-Tex Land Irrigation Co. Subdivision (Ingleman Road & Mile 19 North Road)
(Pct. 4)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Mile 19 North Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 19 North Road.
 
m. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Legal Description: 16.79 acres out of Lot 1 Survey 3 RB Curry Survey Subdivision (Valverde Road & Tex Mex Road) (Pct. 4)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Valverde Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Tex Mex Road Road.
 
n.Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Legal Description: All of Lot 88 Delta Orchards Co. Unit 1 Subdivision (Mile 20 North Road & Sunflower Road) (Pct. 4)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Sunflower Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Sunflower Road.
 
o. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Legal Description: All of Lot 44 Evergreen Dev. Co. Subdivision (Mile 19 North Road & Valerde Road) (Pct. 4)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline east of Valerde Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Valerde Road.
 
p. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
 Legal Description: 1 acre out of Lot 10.44 acres out of lot 9 Blk. 97 Mo-Tex Land & Irrigation Subdivision (Norene Road & F.M. 1925) (Pct. 1)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline west of Norene Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension running north along the west side of Norene Road.
 
q. Applicant: Agua SUD
 Legal Description: Lot 31 Blk. 11 Texan Gardens Subdivision (Texan Road & 5 Mile Line ) (Pct. 3)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” waterline east of Texan Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Texan Road.
 
C.
AI-82941
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Farm Tracts 1065, 1066 and 1071 West & Adams Tract Subdivision; Proposed Vaquero Estates Ph. 5 Subdivision (F.M. 1015 & Mile 11 North Road) (Pct. 1)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing sanitary sewer manhole located northwest corner of FM 1015 and Eagle Drive.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” sanitary sewer line extension running east approximately 300.00 feet along the south side of Mile 11 North Road.
 
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: A 26.62 Tract of land out of 229 Hall Field Subdivision; Proposed Whalen Springs No. 2 Subdivision
(Moore Road & Whalen Road) (Pct. 1)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Whalen Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Whalen Road. 
 
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: A 2.06 acres tract of land being a portion of Lot 12 Blk 149 West & Adams Tract Subdivision; Proposed Riojas-Camacho Subdivision (Mile 14 ½ North Road & FM 88) (Pct. 1)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline east of Mesquite Circle.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mesquite Circle.
 
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1831564-WE16)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  East of Alma Street approximately 80.00 feet south of FM 2812. (Pct. 1)
 
e. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1831564-WE115)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  North of Mile 22 ½ North Road approximately 300.00 feet west of La Blanca Road. (Pct. 1)
 
f. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1776592-WE111)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  South of Mile 19 North Road approximately 200.00 feet east of Hidalgo Street. (Pct. 1)
 
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1672619-EM123)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  North of Davis Road approximately 200.00 feet west of Tower Road. (Pct. 4)
 
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1879858-PM098)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  North of Wisconsin Road approximately 100.00 feet west of Valverde Road. (Pct. 4)
 
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1983091-EM125)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:  East of Cesar Chavez Road approximately 400.00 feet south of Curve Road. (Pct. 4)
 
D.
AI-82955
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT
a. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
 Legal Description: West Addition to Sharyland N. 10.00 AC out of Lot 59-3 (Los Ebanos Road & Mile 9 ½ North Road) (Pct. 3)
 Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline along the west side of Los Ebanos Road.
 Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Los Ebano Road.
 
6.
 
Monthly Fee Reports:
 
A.
AI-82800
District Clerk fee report for the September 2021    $352,254.90
 
B.
AI-82799
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report -  2021 September
Attachments:
 
7.
 
Human Resources:
 
A.
AI-82780
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 September 16, 2021 - September 30, 2021 in the amount of $22,407.32 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
 
8.
 
Pct. #4:
 
A.
AI-82838
Requesting reimbursement for Commissioner Pct. 4 Ellie Torres in the amount of $45.00 for September - October invoice paid to Switcher Studio after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
 
9.
 
Tax Refunds:
 
A.
AI-82787
No. Account Number Payer Amount
1 I4000.04.000.0001.00 IDC PROPERTIES NO 2 LP $10,534.32
Attachments:
 
10.
 
Membership Dues/Certifications:
 
A.
AI-82820
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 $2,490.00 (Requisition #441629), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-82714
Requesting approval for membership to the (CoACC) Coalition of American Court Collectors for 2021 through December 2023. Membership fee is $75.00 per member, due to the County Clerk's membership to (GCAT) Governmental Collectors Association of Texas, fees will be waived until December 31, 2023.
 
11.
 
Urban County:
 
A.
AI-82892
Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the Countywide area under the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
Attachments:
 
12.
 
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-82900
1.  Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,355,380.79 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 09/23/21 to 10/06/21.
09/23-29/21 $    610,387.01
09/30-30/21 $        9,114.62
10/01-06/21 $    735,879.16
TOTAL $ 1,355,380.79
2.  Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.

(Audio Reference Part 1 - 17m:24s)

Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 12.A.1 and 12.A.2.

The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 12.A.1 and 12.A.2.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.1 and 12.A.2.

Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously 

The Court returned to the Regular Commissioner's Court agenda - Item 6.A. (Audio Reference Part 1 - 17m:45s)
 
B.
AI-82837
WIC Lac Center (1292) / WIC Lac Supp Center (1292):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 09/01/2021 and in the calendar year 2022.
Action Dept./Prog Slot No. Position Title Grade/Step Current Budgeted Proposed Budgeted % of Distribution
Change in Funding Distribution 350-017 0008 International Board Certified Lactation Consultant 11/01 $26,278 $21,898 50
350-018 0006 $17,518 $21,898 50
Attachments:
 
C.
AI-82842
Const Pct 3 (1100): Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $11,166.81 from Constable Precinct No. 3 to fund loss auto accident claim with County vehicle and appropriation of the same.
Attachments:
 
D.
AI-82832
Jail (1100) / Courthouse Security (1241) / WIC Adm (1292): 
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and in the calendar year 2022. 
FROM TO
Action Dept/Prg Slot Position Title R/S Budgeted Salary G/S Proposed Salary Effective Date
Budget Adjustment (Promotion) 280-002 0489 Detention Lieutenant 07/01 $47,325.00 07/04 $52,470.00 10/11/21
Budget Adjustment (Promotion) 125-032 0067 Lieutenant 12/01 $68,255.00 12/02 $69,961.00 10/11/21
Budget Adjustment (Promotion) 350-001 0126 Clerk II 03/04 $26,234.00 03/05 $27,152.00 10/25/21
Attachments:
 
E.
AI-82926
Salary Sweep (1100):
Approval to transfer lapsed salaries from various departments to the Co. Wide Adm-Contingency account.
Attachments:
 
F.
AI-82999
Pct 2 Parks (1100):
Approval of 2021 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) to Pct 2 Parks (Fund 1100) in the amount of $5,000.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Attachments:
 
13.
 
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
 
A.
 
IT Department:
 
1.
AI-82996
Requesting acceptance of Change Request# 38297 to C-20-210-08-04 to adjust the original SOW (approved on 08/04/2020, under AI-76684) to reflect the changes in necessary equipment, material, and professional services with Insight Public Sector, Inc. through our membership with OMNIA contract 4400006644-61001284, resulting in a credit of $2,564.52.
 
B.
 
County Judge's Office:
 
1.
AI-82879
Public Affairs:
A. Requesting authorization for Surplus and removal of assets from inventory, declared as “Salvage“ (pursuant to definition in TX. LGC 263.151(1) listed in "Exhibit A" contained herein as supporting documentation with no value for disposition;

B. Approval to dispose of assets described in Exhibit "A" herein through landfill due to assets are too damaged and no longer serve the purpose they were intended for.
 
2.
AI-82865
Requesting approval of an "Exception" to Hidalgo County's Accounting Procedures Manual/Non-Travel Meals, Refreshments & Related expenses as supported by the rationale presented herein [Memo attached] for the purchase of applicable supplies as detailed in the Memo through the County's established procurement protocol [i.e. Requisition and PO system] for FY 2021.
Attachments:
 
C.
 
Pct. #1:
 
1.
AI-82931
Requesting approval of payment application #19 in the amount of $26,244.10 submitted by Sam Engineering and Surveying for Pct. 1 Mile 6 West Road (Mile 9 to Mile 11) project.
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-82854
Precinct No. 1 CO 2017 (1351):
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 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 10073 10/01/2021 $1,127.56
WA#2 789711 10074 10/01/2021 $1,341.86
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-82680
Requesting approval of the following invoices as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct. 1 Projects:
 
Project Name Invoice Date Invoice No. Amount Purchase Order 
FM 88 WA#1 (5thSt-FM1925) 09/30/2021 113287080 $29,965.25 795177
FM 493 South 09/30021 11328702 600.00 727479
Mile 6 (M9-M11) 09/30/2021 11328703 6,048.17 779197
Mile 6 (M14½-SH107) 09/30/2021 11328711 48,330.00 815794
Mile 6 (M14½-SH107) 08/31/2021 11328677 46,576.57 829916
Mile 6 (M14½-SH107) 09/30/2021 11328716 83,315.88 829916
Mile 10 (M6-FM 1015) 09/30/2021 11328717 22,328.45 796083
 
D.
 
Pct. #2:
 
1.
AI-82862
Approval of Application for Payment No. 29 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $192,563.84 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project - Phase II submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-18-199-02-12 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.  
 
 
2.
AI-82978
Approval of payment application No. 22 in the amount of $298,954.05 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.
 
3.
AI-82831
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices 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#
Eldora Road Project (WA#3) 09/30/21 11328712 $44,067.89 821432
Dicker Road Project (WA#2) 09/30/21 11328720 $  3,358.08 778854
Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) 09/30/21 11328725 $36,629.98 826939
Nolana Loop Project (WA#1) 09/30/21 11328728 $26,561.24 760468
Eldora Road Project (WA#2) 09/30/21 11328729 $24,674.16 764302
 
4.
AI-82793
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:  
Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO#
Regional Linear Park Project (WA#1)     10/01/21 20301 $ 1,494.52 790326
Dicker Road Project 10/01/21 20302 $23,111.90 803856
Attachments:
 
5.
AI-82791
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #2021-78 in the amount of $7,173.90 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services for Contract C-20-471-09-01 (WA#1) for the Pct 2 Lopezville Park Improvement Project.
Attachments:
 
E.
 
Pct. #3:
 
1.
AI-82989
Requesting authority to advertise for lease of land for Citizen Collection Site in the Precinct 3 Area with authority to re-advertise if/when applicable.
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-82895
Approval of new utility services with Magic Valley Electric Cooperative (Acct #1000020888) for a Precicnt 3 location: 1901 N. Los Ebanos Blvd., Alton, Texas 78573.
 
3.
AI-82850
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 6 in the amount of $627,125.66 for REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd. Project" CSJ: 0921-02-321 through contract No. C-20-294-02-23, as certified for payment by project engineer, B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
 
4.
AI-82789
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted projects engineers, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc., and B2Z Engineering for Precinct 3 projects.
 
Invoice No. Date Project PO No. Amount
11328713 9-30-21 Veterans Blvd.WA #3 772041 $   3,440.00
11328714 9-30-21 FM 676 (Mile 5) WA #2 806793 $ 59,830.00
11328709 9-30-21 Veterans Blvd. WA #2 763269 $ 12,050.00
11328704 9-30-21 Mile 3 WA #2 720579 $   1,194.20
11328723 9-30-21 Liberty Rd. WA #3 735526 $   4,104.00
11328727 9-30-21 Liberty Rd. WA #4 735736 $   3,000.00
30009 10-1-21 Mile 3 N. Rd. 823768 $26,405.52
Attachments:
 
F.
 
Pct. #4:
 
1.
AI-82995
Pct. #4:
Restatement of "Public Purpose" approved [CC 06/25/2021/C/AI-81343] with approval to include additional items to the list [attached hereto] as supporting documentation for fiscal year 2021.. 
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-82883
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for projects located in Precinct 4:
 
Invoice Date P.O. Number Vendor / Project Invoice Number Invoice Amount
10/11/2021 811836 ERO Architects / P4 Mechanical Shops R2021-0182 $     1,500.00
09/30/2021 785986 L&G Engineers / 10th to McColl 11328719 $     2,972.00
09/30/2021 785987 L&G Engineers / Alamo Rd. to Sharp Rd.  11328718 $   16,219.09
09/30/2021 808447 L&G Engineers / Taylor Rd to Ware Rd. 11328705 $   12,466.20
09/01/2021 831988 GDJ Engineering / Flashing Beacon Design Project 2021-65 $     1,855.60
10/06/2021 834803 Texas Cordia Construction / North Alamo Realignment  2 $ 206,440.39
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-82907
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice for project located in Precinct 4:
 
Invoice Date P.O. Number Vendor / Project Invoice Number Invoice Amount 
10/13/2021 765626 The Warren Group Architects / Precinct 4 Memorial Park Phase I 001 $ 56,179.50
Attachments:
 
4.
AI-82885
1. Approval of Application for Payment No. 9 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $79,438.04 to Synergy Builders of Texas. for h the: "Linn San Manuel Veterans Park Project"  through Contract# C-20-087-04-01, and as certified for payment by project engineer, SDI Engineering.

2. Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. Final (Retainage Release) in the amount of $5,500.00 to Texas Cordia Construction. for the, "Avila-Harwell Campuses Safe Walk Community Project" through Contract# C-21-331-04-06, and as certified for payment by project engineer, Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1.
 
5.
AI-82817
Requesting approval of RFB Packet "Pit Run Caliche" as attached hereto; and authority to advertise procurement packet including re-advertising if necessary.
 
6.
AI-82808
Approval to the following Agenda Items numbers AI#80754 [CC 05/10/21] to reflect correct Work Authorization #5 and AI#81675 [CC 07/26/21] to reflect correct Work Authorization #6 and not as presented on the respective original agenda items as documented by attachments herein.
 
7.
AI-82792
Approval of  new utility services with MVEC (Acct# 1000031203 / Mem# 141820) for location at: 22300 FM Rd. 1017, Edinburg, Tx 78542 in Precinct 4. 
 
8.
AI-82962
Authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet [subject legal review and approval as to form] for Construction of Hidalgo County  Precinct 4 All-Star Park including the re-advertisement if/and when necessary.
Attachments:
 
G.
 
Executive Office:
 
1.
AI-82777
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. 9/30/21 11328721 $12,577.44 827814
Attachments:
 
H.
 
Budget & Management:
 
1.
AI-82810
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contracts found below for the "Section 125 Voluntary Insurance Products and COBRA Administration Services" under the same rates, terms and conditions so as to have no lapse in services through the commencement of the new plan commencement date of 03-01-22: 
  • C-18-148-09-04 - Amertias Insurance
  • C-18-148A-09-04- Guardian Insurance
  • C-18-148B-09-04- Metlife Insurance
  • C-18-148C-09-04-Sunlife Insurance
  • C-18-148D-09-04- Texas Life Insurance
 
I.
 
Human Resources:
 
1.
AI-82805
Requesting approval of a Public Purpose Declaration pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, to purchase promotional items as detailed in Exhibit "A" attached herein including, logo setup, printing costs, fees and freight fees, [when/if applicable] with said items to be utilized in HR events as detailed herein under BACKGROUND.
Attachments:
 
J.
 
Co. Wide:
 
1.
AI-82819
Requesting authority to exercise the 1st (1) one year extension under the same rates, terms, and conditions, with Arguindegui, Oil Co. II. Ltd. as provided in the current contract agreement C-20-526-10-27 for Bulk Gasoline-On/Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Products.
 
K.
 
Constables:
 
1.
AI-82919
Authority to purchase one (1) Ford F-150 Police Responder through our membership with Goodbuy awarded/aufhorized dealer Silsbee Ford for Constable Pct. 1 through Requisition #440526. 
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-82918
Authority to purchase three (3) Sportsman 450 through our membership with GSA awarded/authorized dealer Macgyver Solutions, Inc. for Constable Pct. 1 through Requisition 440874.
Attachments:
 
L.
 
County Clerk:
 
1.
AI-82776
Requesting approval to complete and submit credit applications, as requested by Equipment Depot for the purpose of setting up an account to procure supplies, with authority for County Judge  or Executive Officer to sign credit application.
 
M.
 
District Clerk:
 
1.
AI-82685
Acceptance of name change on current contract C-19-155-06-06 under DIR-TSO-4037 from Courthouse Technologies to Tyler Technologies for future billing purposes.
 
N.
 
Facilities Management:
 
1.
AI-82828
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoice submitted by project manager B2Z Engineering for services rendered:
 
Project Name        Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO#
Justice Center  7/1/21  40125 $    6,255.64  783749
Attachments:
 
O.
 
Health & Human Services:
 
1.
AI-82829
Approval of Payment Applications as listed 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 and Bidding Phase 828387 40145    10/01/2021 $10,909.94
Work Authorization #1 Geotechnical Engineering 829165 40137 08/03/2021 $11,977.39
 
2.
AI-82801
Authority to exercise the first (1st) of four (4) possible yearly renewals as provided under the current contract [C-20-677-12-22] for "Surveillance and Screening of Arboviral Diseases in LRGV" under the same rates terms and conditions with UTRGV.
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-82783
Authority to exercise the first (1st) of two (2) yearly renewals as provided under current contract [C-20-520-12-15] for "Indigent Health Care System" under the same rates terms and conditions with Network Sciences, Inc.
 
P.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
1.
AI-82913
A. Authority for American Audio Alarm & Tint Signs to install solar gard to one (1) vehicle purchased under PO 833486 for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office through requisition 441998 in the amount of $195.00 subject to 1295.

B. Authority for American Audio Alarm & Tint Signs to install Sheriff's Graphics on asset # 80445 in the amount of $2,975.00 through Requisition 439792 subject to 1295.
 
2.
AI-82811
Requesting approval to purchase One (1) 2022 Ford Transit 150 from awarded vendor Silsbee through the county's membership with Goodbuy in the amount of $ 36,075.15, subject to compliance with Form 1295.
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-82786
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
40146 $851.99
Attachments:
 
Q.
 
WIC:
 
1.
AI-82823
Authority to Advertise and Approval of procurement packet (i.e., Legal Notice, Specifications, Draft Contract, etc.,) as attached hereto for Hidalgo County WIC Department " Lease of Office Space for Starr County WIC in Rio Grande City) - RFB 2021-111-11-10-JAG including the re-advertisement if/when applicable/necessary.
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 19th day of October, 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 October 19, 2021.

Signed this 20th day of October 2021




ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County


By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy