SPECIAL MEETING - APRIL 5, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 5th day of April A.D., 2022, 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 APRIL 5, 2022 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 15m:23s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 7.A.1, 7.A.2, and 12.B, 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, EXCEPT for Consent Agenda items 7.A.1, 7.A.2, and 12.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Consent Agenda items that were pulled, beginning with 7.A.1 and 7.A.2. (Audio Reference 15m:42s)
1.
AI-85223
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-85224
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2022 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-85257
2022 - FY 2020 HIDTA Task Force (1291)
Attachments:
B.
AI-85247
2022 - JP 2, 2 (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-85200
2022 - Veterans Services (1283)
Attachments:
D.
AI-85273
2022 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-85207
2022 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-85328
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-85241
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / RLSS (1293)
Attachments:
H.
AI-85231
2022 - Health & Human Services / TB Federal (1293)
Attachments:
I.
AI-85186
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / IMM (1293)
Attachments:
J.
AI-85208
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293)
Attachments:
K.
AI-85305
2022 - DA CIVIL LITIGATION (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-85209
2022 - DA CCP (1223)
Attachments:
M.
AI-85304
2022 - AUTOPSIES (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-85303
2022 - CRIM DA (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-85197
2022 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-85234
2022 - Pct. 1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-85191
2022 - PCT1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
R.
AI-85326
2022 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200)
Attachments:
S.
AI-85252
2022 - Pct 2 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
T.
AI-85157
2022 - CCL #4 (1100)
Attachments:
4.
2022 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-85268
Pct. #1 (1200):
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from program 005, obj. code 721 to program 004, obj. code 310 in the amount of $52,676.10 to fund future expenditures.
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from program 005, obj. code 721 to program 004, obj. code 310 in the amount of $52,676.10 to fund future expenditures.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-85277
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.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-85259
Approval of Resolution in gratitude of Meteorologists and Meteorological Teams.
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-85222
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $771,341.01 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 03/10/22 to 03/16/22.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 15m:42s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 12.B for further discussion. (Audio Reference 16m:02s)
| 03/10 - 03/16 | $771,341.01 |
| Total | $771,341.01 |
(Audio Reference 15m:42s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 12.B for further discussion. (Audio Reference 16m:02s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-85336
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 March 16, 2022 to March 31, 2022 in the amount of $32,342.80 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 March 16, 2022 to March 31, 2022 in the amount of $32,342.80 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
C.
AI-85225
Approval to add the employees listed on the attached Exhibit A for the continuation of payment of certain COVID-19 related overtime hours as previously approved in AI-83946 to be funded through COVID-19 ARPA funds.
Attachments:
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-85139
| No. | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1. | E8250.03.000.0129.00 | WELLS FARGO | $5,638.96 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-85137
| No. | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1 | A0800.00.000.1038.02 | CAVAZOS ALBERTO | $3,060.84 |
| 2. | M5500.00.088.0010.07 | MARICHALAR DANIEL M JR & MARIA I | $3,657.98 |
| 3. | S1600.00.001.0005.15 | RIGNEY JOHN A TRUSTEE RRG REV TRUST | $20,232.74 |
| 4. | S3999.00.000.0010.00 | RGV VILLA HOMES LLC | $2,887.24 |
| 5. | S5447.00.000.0219.00 | JASSO DOMINGO III | $4,314.70 |
| 6. | T5438.01.005.0024.00 | ESPERICUETA IVAN & AMY LIZET | $6,420.52 |
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-85246
Sheriff Department:
Requesting approval for requisition no. 451742 for 2022 membership dues to the Texas Jail Association for Chief Steve Herrera in the amount of $30.00 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval for requisition no. 451742 for 2022 membership dues to the Texas Jail Association for Chief Steve Herrera in the amount of $30.00 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-85221
County Treasurer:
Approval to pay the 2022 membership dues to the Texas Association of Counties in the amount of $175.00 for Lita L. Leo, County Treasurer after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor's Office.
Approval to pay the 2022 membership dues to the Texas Association of Counties in the amount of $175.00 for Lita L. Leo, County Treasurer after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor's Office.
Attachments:
C.
AI-85188
449th District Court:
Approval to pay annual membership dues to the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt, in the amount of $195.00 (Requisition #00451270) with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditer
Approval to pay annual membership dues to the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt, in the amount of $195.00 (Requisition #00451270) with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditer
10.
Head Start:
A.
AI-85179
Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report: February
Attachments:
B.
AI-85180
Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report: February
Attachments:
C.
AI-85181
Approval of Monthly Special Services Report: February
Attachments:
D.
AI-85178
Approval of Monthly Financial Report: February
Attachments:
11.
IT Department:
A.
AI-85193
Authorization and approval to continue and purchase wireless service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| County Court at Law #7 | 1 | Cont. Data Service |
| County Court at Law #7 | 1 | New Data Service |
Attachments:
12.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-85183
Human Resources-Health Benefits (2201) / Pct 2 Parks (1100):
Approval of the following change in funding sources as listed below, effective 04/11/2022:
Approval of the following change in funding sources as listed below, effective 04/11/2022:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||
| Dept/Prg | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Dept/Prg | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S |
| 190-017 | 114 | 0007 | Athletic Trainer | 09/01 | 122-008 | 114 | 0068 | Athletic Trainer | 09/01 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-85203
Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated.
(Audio Reference 16m:02s)
Valde Guerra stated that the correct G/S should state 06/04, and not G/S 06/01 on Consent Agenda 12.B's caption.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.B, with stated correction.
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 12.B, with stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded back to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda - Item 5 (Audio Reference 16m:19s)
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated.
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 122-006 | 0028 | Truck Driver II | 06/01 | $29,807.00 | 06/01 | $33,048.00 | 03/21/2022 |
(Audio Reference 16m:02s)
Valde Guerra stated that the correct G/S should state 06/04, and not G/S 06/01 on Consent Agenda 12.B's caption.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.B, with stated correction.
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 12.B, with stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded back to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda - Item 5 (Audio Reference 16m:19s)
Attachments:
C.
AI-85256
Presentation of Non-Agenda Transfers Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of January 1 to March 31, 2022.
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. 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-85215
Requesting authority to exercise the one (1) year extension under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Model Laundry, LLC, for the purchase of mats, dust mops, shop rags, & towels (C-20-042-05-19).
Attachments:
2.
AI-85177
Requesting approval to exercise the final one-year extension with Texas Land Reclamation, LLC., for Tire Disposal Services under the same rates, terms and conditions on an as needed basis (C-20-091-06-09).
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-85274
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 20 in the amount of $240,441.05 for the Pct 1 Mile 6 West (M9-M11) project as submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC as reviewed by the project engineer, SAMES Engineering.
Attachments:
2.
AI-85198
A. Pursuant to provision 1.2 (Holdover) of the current agreement between Hidalgo County and Ray Jones for approval to continue C-19-009-03-12 for the provision of Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site in Mercedes Area.
B. Requesting approval to advertise for the lease of Parcel for the Citizen Collection Site in the Mercedes Area with authority to re-advertise, if applicable.
B. Requesting approval to advertise for the lease of Parcel for the Citizen Collection Site in the Mercedes Area with authority to re-advertise, if applicable.
3.
AI-85226
Requesting approval to complete and submit credit application, with Precision Pump Systems to set up an account to purchase hoses and supplies with authority for the Executive Officer, Mr. Valde Guerra to sign the required documents.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-85194
Requesting approval to advertise for the purchase of a used or new Grapple Brush Loader with authority to re-advertise, if applicable.
D.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-85261
Requesting approval of the following invoices for processing of payment:
| Invoice Date | Invoice Number | Project / Vendor | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 3/25/2022 | 2 | CONSTRUCTION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL (FLASHING BEACON) LIGHTS / THE LEVY COMPANY INC. | 840228 | $31,931.40 |
| 3/29/2022 | 14 | HIDALGO COUNTY PCT.4 MAINTENANCE BUILDING / NM CONTRACTING | 825006 | $60,855.75 |
Attachments:
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-85267
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. | 2/28/22 | 11328894 | $12,599.76 | 842488 |
Attachments:
F.
Budget & Management:
1.
AI-85219
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice for professional engineering as submitted by HALFF Associates:
| Invoice # | Amount: |
| 10066082 | $3,550.00 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-85218
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 6 in the amount of $3,521.65 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:
G.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-85206
Requesting approval to add fuel card users including, but not limited to, the following:
1. Health & Human Services - fuel card users
2. Safety Division - fuel card user
3. District Attorney's Office - fuel card user
4. Adult Probation - fuel card user
1. Health & Human Services - fuel card users
2. Safety Division - fuel card user
3. District Attorney's Office - fuel card user
4. Adult Probation - fuel card user
Attachments:
2.
AI-85204
Requesting authority to continue and enter into a 36-month Lease Agreement with Carson Map Co. for Database and Research Engine of Plats for County Precincts, Planning and Health Department in the yearly amount of $4,740.00 effective on 06/01/2022 through 05/31/25 with authority for County Judge or the Executive Officer to sign any required documents.
Attachments:
H.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-85214
Requesting authority to exercise the first (1) of two (2) extensions under the same rates, terms, and conditions, with Dr. Gregorio Pina, III Ph.D., and Dr. Vittorio Puente for the Psychological Evaluation of Defendants (C-20-553A-05-04 and C-20-553B-05-04).
Attachments:
I.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-85266
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 6 in the amount of $451,979.82 for services rendered for the Pct.4 Justice Center as submitted by E-Con Group, LLC. as reviewed by project architect, ROFA Architects, Inc.
Attachments:
2.
AI-85255
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by project engineer Raba Kistner for project located in Precinct 4.
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Vendor / Project | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 3/21/2022 | 838621 | Raba Kistner / New Justice Center | R031077 | $3,821.13 |
Attachments:
J.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-85253
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice for professional engineering and surveying services as submitted by SAMES Engineering and Surveying, Inc.
| Work Authorization | Invoice # | Amount: |
| Work Authorization # 1 | 5 | $3,450.00 |
2.
AI-85265
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice for professional engineering and surveying services as submitted by SAMES Engineering and Surveying, Inc.
| Work Authorization | Invoice # | Amount |
| Work Authorization # 2 | 2 | $1,145.00 |
3.
AI-85278
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for professional engineering services as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc in connection with the Hidalgo County Health Clinic Generator Additions:
| Work Authorization | Invoice # | Amount: |
| Work Authorization No.1 | 10063516 | $20,684.00 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-85230
Requesting authority to approve a Service Order for the 2022 Immunization Awareness Campaign with National Cine Media, LLC, to run advertisements on multiple movie theater screens for a period of 16 weeks, in the amount of $32,588.12, under Project No. 22-0217-MGF.
K.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-85287
Requesting to exercise the final one (1) year extension as provided in the current contract agreement C-21-0415-06-25, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Investa Property Maintenance, LLC. DBA U.S. Lawns McAllen for Lawn care services to HC Sheriff's Office. Effective June 25, 2022 - June 24, 2023.
Attachments:
2.
AI-85282
Requesting to exercise the final one (1) year extension as provided in the current contract agreement C-20-551-05-04, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Gregorio Pina III, Ph. D for Psychological Evaluation Services for Law Enforcement agencies. Effective May 05, 2022 - May 04, 2023. Subject to 1295.
L.
WIC:
1.
AI-85201
Approval to renew the alarm permit application with a yearly fee of $15.00 for a twelve-month period as required by the City of Pharr for the Pharr WIC #2 from time of issuance and with authority for County Judge or the Executive Officer to sign the required documentation.
Attachments:
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 5th day of April 2022
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 April 5, 2022.
Signed this 6th day of April 2022
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 5th day of April 2022
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 April 5, 2022.
Signed this 6th day of April 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy