SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 16, 2021
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 16th day of November 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 NOVEMBER 16, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 16m:55s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 8.A, 12.A.1, and 12.A.2 be pulled for further discussion. The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda items 8.A, 12.A.1, and 12.A.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Consent Agenda items that were pulled for further discussion and approval, commencing with 8.A. (Audio Reference 17m:15s)
1.
AI-83243
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.)
Attachments:
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-83244
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2021 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-83412
2021 - County Judge (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-83399
2021- Human Resources - W/C ADM (2202)
Attachments:
C.
AI-83398
2021 - Law Library (1247)
Attachments:
D.
AI-83306
2021 - Emergency Management (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-83330
2021 - AEP grant (1286)
Attachments:
F.
AI-83361
2021- Purchasing (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-83364
2021 - Co. Clerk (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-83368
2021 - Co. Clerk Records Management/Preservation (1237)
Attachments:
I.
AI-83373
2021- Elections (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-83372
2021 - Tx AgriLife Extension (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-83362
2021 - Pct. 1 Rd. Maint. (1200)
Attachments:
L.
AI-83353
2021 - Veterans Services (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-83354
2021 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-83349
2021 - J P PCT. 3 PL. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-83366
2021 - CCL #1 (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-83379
2021 - CC8 (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-83310
2021 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200)
Attachments:
R.
AI-83312
2021 - Pct.4 Admin (1200)
Attachments:
S.
AI-83319
2021 - County Treasurer (1100)
Attachments:
T.
AI-83305
2021 - Public Affairs (1100)
Attachments:
U.
AI-83287
2021 - Constable Pct.3 (1100)
Attachments:
V.
AI-83377
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / COVID IMM PROJECT 3 (1293)
Attachments:
W.
AI-83289
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / COVID / Budget #2 (1293)
Attachments:
X.
AI-83286
2021 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm (1100)
Attachments:
Y.
AI-83333
2021- IT Department (1100 I.T.)
Attachments:
Z.
AI-83266
2021 - I.T. Department (C.W. 1100)
Attachments:
AA.
AI-83260
2021 - Planning Dept. (1100)
Attachments:
BB.
AI-83275
2021 - Tax Office (1100)
Attachments:
CC.
AI-83246
2021 - Purchasing (1100)
Attachments:
DD.
AI-83241
2021 - J.P. Pct. 4 Pl. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
4.
2021 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-83387
Acceptance of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 RD Maint (program 007) to Pct.4 10th St Beacon (program 226) in the amount of $14,090.00.
Attachments:
B.
AI-83381
TxDOT Pct 2 Nolana Loop (FM1426-FM907) Project (1315):
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT- Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Rd (Bus 83-Nolana) Project into TxDOT-Pct 2 Nolana Loop (FM 1426-FM 907) Rd Project in the amount of $200,000 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT- Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Rd (Bus 83-Nolana) Project into TxDOT-Pct 2 Nolana Loop (FM 1426-FM 907) Rd Project in the amount of $200,000 to fund project expenditures.
C.
AI-83295
Pct. 1 Sunset Operations Facility (1200):
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Adm. (prog. 004) to Pct. 1 Sunset Operations Facility (prog. 285) in the amount of $106.90 to fund cable tv services.
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Adm. (prog. 004) to Pct. 1 Sunset Operations Facility (prog. 285) in the amount of $106.90 to fund cable tv services.
Attachments:
D.
AI-83363
Pct. 1 Rd. Adm.(1200):
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Rd. Maint, prog. 005, to Pct. 1 Adm., prog. 285, in the amount of $1,879.08 to fund operating expenses.
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Pct. 1 Rd. Maint, prog. 005, to Pct. 1 Adm., prog. 285, in the amount of $1,879.08 to fund operating expenses.
Attachments:
E.
AI-83350
Insect Eradication (1100):
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Mental Health Trials to Insect Eradication Acct. in the amount of $ 200.00
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Mental Health Trials to Insect Eradication Acct. in the amount of $ 200.00
Attachments:
F.
AI-83240
Constable Pct. 3 Irrigation Districts (1285):
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Transfers In/Out Grants Lvl 5 (subfunc. 01) to Transfers In/Out Lvl 5 (subfunc. 11) in the amount of $24,907.05 to properly allocate the cash match funds required for the FY 2021 interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County, Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 6, United Irrigation District, & Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No.16 approved by Commissioners Court on November 2, 2021 (AI-83080).
Approval of 2021 interdepartmental transfer from Transfers In/Out Grants Lvl 5 (subfunc. 01) to Transfers In/Out Lvl 5 (subfunc. 11) in the amount of $24,907.05 to properly allocate the cash match funds required for the FY 2021 interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County, Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 6, United Irrigation District, & Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No.16 approved by Commissioners Court on November 2, 2021 (AI-83080).
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-83357
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:
6.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-83321
District Clerk Fee report for the month of October 2021 $393,186.36
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-83245
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 October 16, 2021 - October 31, 2021, in the amount of $52,559.27 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 October 16, 2021 - October 31, 2021, in the amount of $52,559.27 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-83314
| No. | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | T6865.99.000.0001.01 | EDINBURG REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | $15,668.78 |
(Audio Reference 17m:15s)
Valde Guerra stated a typographical error on Consent Agenda item 8.A.; In which the header should have read the Payee as UHS of DELAWARE, Inc, and not Payer EDINBURG REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Consent Agenda item 8.A, with stated corrections.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 12.A.1 and 12.A.2. for further discussion. (Audio Reference 17m:38s)
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-83341
County Clerk:
Requesting approval to pay the renewal membership dues for 2021-2022 for (iGO) International Association of Government Officials, an association that was formed by the merger of IACREOT and NACRC, in the amount of $200.00 for Arturo Guajardo, Jr., with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay the renewal membership dues for 2021-2022 for (iGO) International Association of Government Officials, an association that was formed by the merger of IACREOT and NACRC, in the amount of $200.00 for Arturo Guajardo, Jr., with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-83359
Planning Department:
Requesting to renew three (3) 2022 TFMA/CFM Membership dues for (Certified Floodplain Managers) CFM Members: TJ Arredondo, Jorge Garcia and Cynthia Perez. The membership dues are $100.00 each totaling $300.00 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor with Requisition 443667 and using NIGP Code 96348.
Requesting to renew three (3) 2022 TFMA/CFM Membership dues for (Certified Floodplain Managers) CFM Members: TJ Arredondo, Jorge Garcia and Cynthia Perez. The membership dues are $100.00 each totaling $300.00 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor with Requisition 443667 and using NIGP Code 96348.
Attachments:
C.
AI-83257
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 $120.00 (Requisition #443154), 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 $120.00 (Requisition #443154), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-83167
DBM:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $80.00 to the Government Finance Officers Association Texas for Sergio Cruz, Budget Officer, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $80.00 to the Government Finance Officers Association Texas for Sergio Cruz, Budget Officer, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
10.
WIC:
A.
AI-83304
Requesting approval to accept computer equipment and authorization to sign the Certificate of Acquisition from the South Plains Community Action Association, Inc. consisting of:
| Quantity | Description |
| 25 | Dell Latitude 5520 Laptop |
Attachments:
11.
IT Department:
A.
AI-83347
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless service and equipment 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: |
| Information Technology | 3 | Office Use | New Cell Phones | 4G CUSTOM NATIONWIDE UNL MINS + MSG UNL + EMAIL&DATA UNL $39.99 + $5.00 (taxes/fees) / each per month | Iphone SE 64GB @ 0/ea Otterbox Case Defender @ $38.99/ea Screen Protector @ $25.99/ea |
Attachments:
B.
AI-82911
Information Technology:
Ratification of submittal of Wi-Fi Now Global Award Application
Ratification of submittal of Wi-Fi Now Global Award Application
12.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-83395
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,340,264.27 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 10/21/21 to 11/03/21.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 17m:38s)
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 Consent Agenda items 12.A.1 and 12.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded back to the Regular Commissioners' Court agenda, Item 5 - Open Forum.
| 10/21-27/21 | $ 699,003.00 |
| 10/28-29/21 | $ 51,232.78 |
| 11/01-03/21 | $ 590,028.49 |
| TOTAL | $ 1,340,264.27 |
(Audio Reference 17m:38s)
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 Consent Agenda items 12.A.1 and 12.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded back to the Regular Commissioners' Court agenda, Item 5 - Open Forum.
Attachments:
B.
AI-83322
Health Clinics (1100) / COVID IMM Round 4 GRANT (1293): Approval of the following personnel actions, effective 11/08/2021 and calendar year 2022:
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | Current Grade/Step & Allowance |
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| Proposed Grade/Step & Allowance |
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| Create Allowance Slot to Provide Longevity | 340-084 | 0013 | Licensed Vocational Nurse IV | G14S01 | G14S01 | |||
| 340-003 | A177 | $0.00 | $660.00 | |||||
Attachments:
C.
AI-83294
FY 2022 Adult Probation AIP Program (1289):
Approval of interfund transfer from FY 2021 to FY 2022 in the amount of $7,506.16 in relation to the Adult Probation AIP Program to fund various operating expenses.
Approval of interfund transfer from FY 2021 to FY 2022 in the amount of $7,506.16 in relation to the Adult Probation AIP Program to fund various operating expenses.
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.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-83348
Requesting approval to extend Hidalgo County's agreement with Disease Detection, LLC. for "Laboratory Services", utilizing the first of two (2) extensions under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
2.
AI-83223
Requesting approval to exercise the Sixty (60) Day Grace period extension for Lime Road Material and Service, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with LHoist North America of Texas, LTD (C-19-271-11-19).
Attachments:
3.
AI-83318
Ratification and approval of a "waiver of a need for a non-county employee" of Hidalgo County Accounting Procedures Manual, Section M.1 [Non-travel Meals, Refreshments, and Related Expenses, Page 2 of 5, POLICIES AND GUIDELINES, A. Permitted Expenditures, 1 as the need for a "working lunch" was and is necessary to conduct county commissioners court due to lengthy agenda items for the following meeting dates: 10-19-21 and 11-02-21 with said waiver to remain in effect through 12-31-22 including the processing and payment of applicable invoices.
B.
County Judge's Office:
1.
AI-83397
Restatement of "Public Purpose" (approved by CC 02-09-2021 AI# 79443) for the County Judge's Office, Public Affairs Division, Economic Development and Emergency Management to purchase promotional items as listed in the attached document.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-83383
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 9 in the amount of $209,013.45 for services rendered for Pct. 1 Sunset Park Operations Facility as submitted by E-Con Group, LLC.
Attachments:
2.
AI-83153
Requesting approval of payment for invoice 20A3 in the amount of $18,080.41, as submitted by Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC for the Pct. 1, Earling Rd. project.
Attachments:
3.
AI-83273
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Sunset Park Operations Facility:
| Project | PO No. | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Invoice Amount |
| WA#1 | 778432 | 10075 | 11/01/2021 | $3,928.90 |
| WA#2 | 789711 | 10076 | 11/01/2021 | $172.39 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-83264
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 493 South | 10/31/2021 | 11328738 | 300.00 | 727479 |
| Mile 6 (M9-M11) | 10/31/2021 | 11328740 | 3,024.08 | 779197 |
| Mile 6 (M14½-SH107) | 10/31/2021 | 11328742 | 4,634.26 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 (M14½-SH107) | 10/31/2021 | 11328750 | 65,175.00 | 829916 |
| Mile 10 (M6-FM 1015) | 10/31/2021 | 11328751 | 4,515.00 | 796083 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-83238
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 15 in the amount of $289,952.66 for the Pct 1 M6 West (M9-M11) project as submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC. and reviewed by the project engineer, SAMES Engineering.
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-83351
Approval of payment application No. 23 in the amount of $660,883.32 for Pct 2 Dicker Road Project submitted by the contractor, 2GS, LLC (Contract C-19-017-11-05) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Attachments:
2.
AI-83254
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# |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) | 10/31/21 | 11328737 | $25,912.19 | 826939 |
| Dicker Road Project (WA#2) | 10/31/21 | 11328741 | $ 3,358.08 | 778854 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#1) | 10/31/21 | 11328756 | $22,110.45 | 760468 |
| Eldora Road Project (WA#2) | 10/31/21 | 11328757 | $19,633.63 | 764302 |
| Eldora Road Project (WA#3) | 10/31/21 | 11328762 | $ 6,325.00 | 821432 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-83261
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #2021-86 in the amount of $10,995.20 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services for Contract C-21-0554-08-10 (WA#1) for the Pct 2 Administration Complex Parking Lot Improvement Project.
Attachments:
4.
AI-83252
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) | 11/01/21 | 20303 | $ 1,494.51 | 790326 |
| Dicker Road Project | 11/01/21 | 20304 | $46,223.79 | 803856 |
5.
AI-83247
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #2021-87 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services for Pct 2 Lopezville Park Improvement Project in the amount of $11,810.85, Contract C-20-471-09-01 (WA#1).
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-83313
Approval of Payment Application No. 7 in the amount of $754,406.45 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:
2.
AI-83262
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 |
| 11328739 | 10-31-2021 | Mile 3 WA #2 | 720579 | $1,791.30 |
| 11328743 | 10-31-2021 | Liberty Rd. WA #4 | 735736 | $11,389.50 |
| 11328744 | 10-31-2021 | Veterans Blvd. WA #3 | 772041 | $3,240.00 |
| 11328745 | 10-31-2021 | FM 676 WA #2 | 806793 | $42,700.00 |
| 11328749 | 10-31-2021 | Veterans Blvd. WA #2 | 763269 | $12,050.00 |
| 11328752 | 10-31-2021 | Liberty Rd. WA #3 | 735526 | $15,190.00 |
| 11328760 | 10-31-2021 | FM 494 WA #4 | 779844 | $15,282.37 |
| 11328761 | 10-31-2021 | Mile 3 WA #4 | 771660 | $62,536.00 |
| 30010 | 11-1-2021 | Mile 3 N. Rd. | 823768 | $26,405.52 |
Attachments:
F.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-83388
Requesting approval of payment application #3 as follows for a project located in Precinct 4.
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Vendor / Project | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 11/10/2021 | 834803 | Texas Cordia Construction, LLC / North Alamo Road Realignment | 3 | $166,956.59 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-83317
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 between Hidalgo County and B2Z Engineering, LLC for Construction Management Services for the Design and Construction of the Sunflower Park project to extend the termination date for an additional one (1) year (C-21-228-03-16).
Attachments:
3.
AI-83288
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for projects located in Precinct 4:
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Vendor / Project | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 07/29/2021 | 830902 | Raba Kistner / Avila-Harwell Sidewalk Project | R030572 | $1,665.40 |
| 09/30/2021 | 807788 | MEG / CEI North Alamo Road Realignment Project | 7 | $19,164.00 |
| 11/01/2021 | 830599 | GDJ Engineering / Russell Road Project | 2021-85 | $24,520.00 |
| 10/31/2021 | 808447 | L&G Engineering / Mile 5 Project WA#2 | 11328747 | $67,500.02 |
| 10/31/2021 | 785987 | L&G Engineering / FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd | 11328753 | $29,971.08 |
| 10/31/2021 | 785986 | L&G Engineering / FM1925 WA#2 10th to McColl | 11328754 | $30,180.45 |
| 10/31/2021 | 739761 | L&G Engineering / FM1925 WA#1 Wallace Rd to 10th | 11328755 | $4,648.79 |
| 10/31/2021 | 728311 | L&G Engineering / FM2220 Ware Road WA#1 FM676 to FM1925 | 11328736 | $22,922.31 |
| 11/01/2021 | 830040 | B2Z Engineering / Sunflower Park | 40151 | $2,170.51 |
| 11/01/2021 | 811749 | B2Z Engineering / Mechanical Shop | 40149 | $1,982.79 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-83258
Requesting authority to exercise a one-year extension under the same rates, terms and conditions with Rio Grande Hauling, LLC, for Hauling Services for all Road Materials (Excluding Hot Mix), subject to form 1295 (C-20-285-12-29).
Attachments:
G.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-83301
Requesting approval to remove Valde Guerra, Executive Officer as authorized representative on the GEXA account and authorize Oscar Villarreal, Facilities Management Director for any necessary changes needed such as additions/deletions/corrections for service related issues with electric power provider GEXA Energy, LP.
H.
Budget & Management:
1.
AI-83309
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $45,090.85 for the “Hidalgo County Former Plains Capital Bldg. Reconfiguration" Project submitted by contractor, Noble Texas Builders, LLC and reviewed by the project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc.
Attachments:
I.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-83375
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of project "Lubricant Products (Grease-Oil- Hydraulic Fluids- Anti-freeze)" for Hidalgo County including re-advertising if applicable (RFB No. 21-135-12-08).
Attachments:
2.
AI-83248
Requesting approval of procurement packet for the "Lease and Service of Portable Toilets" with authority to re-advertise if required or necessary (RFB: 2021-142-TDL).
Attachments:
J.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-83355
Requesting approval of Final Payment Applications for Herrcon for the Annex IV Emergency Management Buildings B&C Renovations Project.
| Date | PO# | Amount | Vendor | Invoice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2021 | 822728 | $1,535.25 | Herrcon | Final Application |
| 09/15/2021 | 822729 | $189.75 | Herrcon | Final Application |
| 09/15/2021 | 822730 | $31,848.60 | Herrcon | Final Application |
2.
AI-83255
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices submitted by project manager B2Z Engineering for services rendered:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Justice Center | 11/1/21 | 40148 | $14,629.24 | 783749 |
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3.
AI-83265
Requesting approval to complete and submit the attached credit application, as requested by vendor, Ewing Irrigation with authority for Facility's Management Director, Oscar Villarreal or the Executive Officer, Valde Guerra to execute the document.
Attachments:
K.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-83274
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3, Sec 52 for the purpose of outreach items to Hidalgo County Residents in connection with promoting and educating the public on Health Initiatives/Programs including, but not limited to: Nylon Super Light Backpack; 22 oz Aluminum Sports Water bottle w/carabiner; Pop-A-Point Crayon Pen; 2 in 1 Hand Sanitizer Pen Combo; Think Green Recycled Notepad & Pen; Soft Sports Reusable Face Mask; Cartoon Fan Ball Pen effective upon approval and through 08/31/2022.
Attachments:
2.
AI-83250
Requesting approval of Payment Application 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 | 40150 | 11/01/2021 | $13,689.26 |
Attachments:
L.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-83058
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of procurement packet for Commissary Management Services on an as needed basis with authority to re-advertise if/when applicable (Project 2021-0456).
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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 16th day of November, 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 November 16, 2021.
Signed this 17th day of November 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 16th day of November, 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 November 16, 2021.
Signed this 17th day of November 2021
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy