CONSENT REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 28, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 28th day of June A.D., 2022, there was begun and held a REGULAR MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
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 CONSENT REGULAR COMMISSIONERS COURT JUNE 28, 2022 2:00 P.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 17m:45s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 10.A.1, 10.A.2, 16.C, and 17.J.1 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 10.A.1, 10.A.2, 16.C, and 17.J.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Consent Agenda items that were pulled for further discussion, beginning with Consent Agenda item 10.A.1 and 10.A.2. (Audio Reference 18m:04s)
1.
AI-86237
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-86236
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2022 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-86383
2022 - Civil Service (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-86360
2022 - IT Department (1100)
C.
AI-86350
2022 - Emergency Management (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-86395
2022 - WIC (1292)
Attachments:
E.
AI-86336
2022 - WIC (1292)
Attachments:
F.
AI-86270
2022 - CC Rec Mgmt/Presrv (1237)
Attachments:
G.
AI-86352
2022 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-86324
2022 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-86253
2022 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-86195
2022 - Constable Pct 2 (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-86268
2022 - Constable Pct.3 (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-86189
2022 - Constable Precinct 4 (1231)
Attachments:
M.
AI-86283
2022 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-86343
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293)
Attachments:
O.
AI-86353
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / IMM (1293)
Attachments:
P.
AI-86346
2022- Health & Human Services Dept. / COVID IMM PROJECT 2 (1293)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-86337
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PHHS (1293)
Attachments:
R.
AI-86334
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / PH Workforce Exp (1293)
Attachments:
S.
AI-86242
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm (1100)
Attachments:
T.
AI-86243
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Clinics (1100)
Attachments:
U.
AI-86244
2022 - RGV Partnership Grant (1286)
Attachments:
V.
AI-86249
2022 - CRIM DA (1100)
Attachments:
W.
AI-86305
2022 - PCT1 Adm (1200)
Attachments:
X.
AI-86198
2022 - Pct.4 Road & Maint (1200)
Attachments:
Y.
AI-86199
2022 - Pct.4 Drain IMPRV (1200)
Attachments:
Z.
AI-86201
2022 - Pct.4 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
AA.
AI-86200
2022 - Pct.4 ICA UT Health (1286)
Attachments:
4.
2022 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-86204
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Emergency Srv (program 187) to Pct.4 Sanitation (program 001) in the amount of $8,756.93.
Attachments:
B.
AI-86203
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Endowment (program 186) to Pct.4 Sanitation (program 001) in the amount of $8,800.00.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-86323
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-86329
1. Preliminary Approval
a. RBR No. 5 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RBR Development & Investments, LLC.) (FM 2812 & Skinner Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, FM 2812 is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
b. Tierra Canton Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Mile 14 ½ North Road & FM 493)
No. of Lots: 31 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:2
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 14 ½ North Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
c. Villas West Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Mile 7 Ronnie, LLC) (Mile 7 North Road & Tom Gill Road)
No. of Lots: 73 Single-Family
Flood Zone: A & X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:26
Filling Stations:12
Drainage: Yes, Drainage system will consist of surface runoff from the 3.00 acre lots into the proposed road side ditches along both sides of the proposed streets and will comply with the detention required as approved by HCDD#1.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 North Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
d. Cantera Hermosa Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cuatro Tierras, LP) (Eldora Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 144 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:22
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by constructing a new drain ditch dedicated to HCDD#1.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved.
a. RBR No. 5 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RBR Development & Investments, LLC.) (FM 2812 & Skinner Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, FM 2812 is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
b. Tierra Canton Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Mile 14 ½ North Road & FM 493)
No. of Lots: 31 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:2
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 14 ½ North Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
c. Villas West Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Mile 7 Ronnie, LLC) (Mile 7 North Road & Tom Gill Road)
No. of Lots: 73 Single-Family
Flood Zone: A & X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:26
Filling Stations:12
Drainage: Yes, Drainage system will consist of surface runoff from the 3.00 acre lots into the proposed road side ditches along both sides of the proposed streets and will comply with the detention required as approved by HCDD#1.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 North Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
d. Cantera Hermosa Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cuatro Tierras, LP) (Eldora Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 144 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:22
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by constructing a new drain ditch dedicated to HCDD#1.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved.
Attachments:
C.
AI-86291
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 2 Terry Meadows Subdivision (Terry Road & Mile 17 ½ North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Mile 17 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 17 ½ North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Block 44 Original Townsite of Hargill (4th Street & Wilson Street) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of 4th Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: .9918 of acres out of Farm Tract 1062 Adams Tract Subdivision (Adams Street & Black Street) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Black Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Black Street.
d. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 5.49 acre net being the west ½ of Lot 102 Ramseyer Gardens No. 2 Subdivision (Mile 11 Road & North Big 5 Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline west of Big 5 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring North Big 5 Road.
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 2 Terry Meadows Subdivision (Terry Road & Mile 17 ½ North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Mile 17 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 17 ½ North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Block 44 Original Townsite of Hargill (4th Street & Wilson Street) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of 4th Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: .9918 of acres out of Farm Tract 1062 Adams Tract Subdivision (Adams Street & Black Street) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Black Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Black Street.
d. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 5.49 acre net being the west ½ of Lot 102 Ramseyer Gardens No. 2 Subdivision (Mile 11 Road & North Big 5 Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline west of Big 5 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring North Big 5 Road.
D.
AI-86295
1. Pipeline and Utility Permit
a. Applicant: Military Highway Water Supply Corporation
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline west Alamo Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 2” water line extension approximately 750.00 feet running west along the south side of Juan Balli Road.
a. Applicant: Military Highway Water Supply Corporation
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline west Alamo Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 2” water line extension approximately 750.00 feet running west along the south side of Juan Balli Road.
Attachments:
E.
AI-86276
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: 6.067 acres out of Lot 7 Blk. 20 Texan Gardens Subdivision (7 Mile Line & Iowa Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline east of Iowa Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boringIowa Road.
b. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: All of Lot 15 Blk. 20 Texan Gardens Subdivision (Western Road & 5 Mile Line) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Western Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road.
a. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: 6.067 acres out of Lot 7 Blk. 20 Texan Gardens Subdivision (7 Mile Line & Iowa Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline east of Iowa Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boringIowa Road.
b. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: All of Lot 15 Blk. 20 Texan Gardens Subdivision (Western Road & 5 Mile Line) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Western Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road.
Attachments:
F.
AI-86197
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.00 acre tract out of Lot 4 Blk. 96 Mo-Tex Land Irrigation Co. (Aka 493 Ranches No. 5 Tract 15) (Mile 19 North Road & Mile 7 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” 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.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 10 Delta Orchards Co. Unit 1 (Mile 20 North Road & Skinner Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 20 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 20 North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 1.31 acres out of Lot 3 Blk. 49 Alamo Land & Sugar Co. (Tower Road & Owassa Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Tower Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Tower Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.0 acres being a portion out of Lot 1 Blk. 94 Mo-Tex Land & Irrigation (Sunflower Road & Mile 19 North 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.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 0.7394 out of the north 10.00 acres of the south 20.00 acres Farm Tract 226 Blk. 182 West Tract Subdivision (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 6 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Mile 6 ½ West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 ½ West Road.
f. Applicant: RBM Contractors LLC.
Legal Description: 522.26 acres out of Share 1, Share 2 and Share 3 of Share E of Phase 5 Las Mestenas Grant (Proposed Santa Cruz Ranches No. 4 Subdivision ) (Mile 22 ½ Road & Sunflower Road) (Pct. 4)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 36” HP storm drainage line crossing Mile 22 ½ North Road.
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1848584-WD084)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Victoria Road approximately 200.00 feet south of Liz Lane. (Pct. 1)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2127651-WET1)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Ash Street approximately 200.00 feet east of Blue Bonnet Avenue. (Pct. 1)
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2127651-WET2)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Hackberry Street approximately 300.00 feet east of Hackberry Avenue. (Pct. 1)
j. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2260661-PA112)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Aurora Valley Drive approximately 300.00 feet east of Dillon Road. (Pct. 1)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.00 acre tract out of Lot 4 Blk. 96 Mo-Tex Land Irrigation Co. (Aka 493 Ranches No. 5 Tract 15) (Mile 19 North Road & Mile 7 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” 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.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 10 Delta Orchards Co. Unit 1 (Mile 20 North Road & Skinner Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 20 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 20 North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 1.31 acres out of Lot 3 Blk. 49 Alamo Land & Sugar Co. (Tower Road & Owassa Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Tower Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Tower Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.0 acres being a portion out of Lot 1 Blk. 94 Mo-Tex Land & Irrigation (Sunflower Road & Mile 19 North 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.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 0.7394 out of the north 10.00 acres of the south 20.00 acres Farm Tract 226 Blk. 182 West Tract Subdivision (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 6 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Mile 6 ½ West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 ½ West Road.
f. Applicant: RBM Contractors LLC.
Legal Description: 522.26 acres out of Share 1, Share 2 and Share 3 of Share E of Phase 5 Las Mestenas Grant (Proposed Santa Cruz Ranches No. 4 Subdivision ) (Mile 22 ½ Road & Sunflower Road) (Pct. 4)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 36” HP storm drainage line crossing Mile 22 ½ North Road.
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1848584-WD084)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Victoria Road approximately 200.00 feet south of Liz Lane. (Pct. 1)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2127651-WET1)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Ash Street approximately 200.00 feet east of Blue Bonnet Avenue. (Pct. 1)
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2127651-WET2)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Hackberry Street approximately 300.00 feet east of Hackberry Avenue. (Pct. 1)
j. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2260661-PA112)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Aurora Valley Drive approximately 300.00 feet east of Dillon Road. (Pct. 1)
Attachments:
G.
AI-86176
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. The District North Weslaco Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
*Reimbursement request: $4,500.00 for (3 OSSF’S)
a. The District North Weslaco Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
*Reimbursement request: $4,500.00 for (3 OSSF’S)
Attachments:
6.
Pct. #4:
A.
AI-86127
Requesting reimbursement for Commissioner Pct. 4 Ellie Torres in the amount of $45.00 for May through June invoice paid to Switcher Studio after Auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
7.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-86185
Requesting approval for County Treasurer to process payment for fuel reimbursement in the amount of $57.40 to Sergeant Francisco Mora and $39.00 to Investigator Enrique Ledesma after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Both officers paid for fuel expense with personal credit card due to County Fuel Card not working properly.
8.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-86188
District Clerk Fee report for the month of May 2022 - $336,513.67
Attachments:
B.
AI-86182
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2022 May
Attachments:
9.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-86274
Insurance:
Approval of payment for invoice dated 6/15/22 in the amount of $2,359.00 as submitted by Montalvo Insurance Agency for adjustments to the 2022 County Wide Property & Casualty Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Approval of payment for invoice dated 6/15/22 in the amount of $2,359.00 as submitted by Montalvo Insurance Agency for adjustments to the 2022 County Wide Property & Casualty Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
B.
AI-86227
Requesting approval to process payment of invoices as claims to William Scotsman totaling $24,802.90 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
Attachments:
10.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-86286
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $781,949.12 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 6/2/22 to 6/8/22.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 18m:04s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action with regard to Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes abstained.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 16.C. for further discussion. (Audio Reference 18m:19s)
| 06/02/2022 - 06/08/2022 | $781,949.12 |
| Total | $781,949.12 |
(Audio Reference 18m:04s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action with regard to Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes abstained.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 16.C. for further discussion. (Audio Reference 18m:19s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-86287
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 06/01/2022 through 06/15/2022 in the amount of $43,795.01 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 06/01/2022 through 06/15/2022 in the amount of $43,795.01 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
11.
District Attorney:
A.
AI-86316
In accordance with the Exiting Officials Expenditure Policy, requesting approval of travel expenses for the following conferences:
- TNOA - 2022 Annual Conference
- TDCAA - 2022 Annual Criminal & Civil Law Conference
- TDCAA - 2022 Elected Prosecutor Conference
Attachments:
12.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-86158
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor for the DWI Court Grant program income and appropriation of the same for the month of January 2022 in the amount of $60.00, February 2022 $0, March 2022 $206.00, and April 2022 $0.
Attachments:
13.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-86339
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | R3860.00.000.0006.00 | WEINGARTEN NOLANA JV BILL BOX #01-730-557 | $3,999.53 |
| 2. | R3860.00.000.0009.00 | WEINGARTEN NOLANA JV BILL BOX #01-730-557 | $4,187.52 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-86340
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | L1300.00.000.0098.01 | COMMERCIAL BUILDERS GROUP LLC | $18,840.77 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-86299
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | H4225.00.000.0010.00 | WESTGATE RETAIL LLC | $12,392.61 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-86302
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | H1150.00.004.0012.00 | RIO BANK | $6,173.73 |
| 2. | H2550.00.007.0001.25 | KIMCO REALTY | $6,147.70 |
| 3. | H2550.00.007.0001.26 | KIMCO REALTY | $9,315.45 |
| 4. | H2550.99.003.0011.05 | FOURWIDE TRANSPORTATION LLC | $3,056.33 |
| 5. | M2330.02.000.0003.00 | COSTILLAS LTD | $3,479.28 |
| 6. | S3594.00.000.0002.00 | FRANCISCO SITAL | $10,274.35 |
| 7. | T2200.00.011.0033.07 | PERALEZ GERARDO & MARI I | $3,495.07 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-86298
| No. | Account Number | Payer | Amount |
| 1. | C1830.00.000.0001.00 | 30 WEST PERSHING LLC ATTN: EPR PROPERTIES | $86,650.71 |
Attachments:
14.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-86308
Sheriff's Office (1100):
Requesting approval of requisition #455660 for 2022 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #455660 for 2022 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-86309
Sheriff's Office:
Requesting approval of requisition #455661 for 2022 membership dues to the Sheriff's Association of Texas for Sheriff Jose Eduardo Guerra, Chief Deputy Mario Lopez, Division Chiefs: Gabriel Castaneda, Steve Herrera, Oscar Montoya and Ricardo Enriquez and Captains: Steven Cortez, Rene Garza, David Friedlein, Norberto Leal, Omar Jasso, Joe R. Vasquez and Gerardo Lopez in the amount of $25.00 each with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #455661 for 2022 membership dues to the Sheriff's Association of Texas for Sheriff Jose Eduardo Guerra, Chief Deputy Mario Lopez, Division Chiefs: Gabriel Castaneda, Steve Herrera, Oscar Montoya and Ricardo Enriquez and Captains: Steven Cortez, Rene Garza, David Friedlein, Norberto Leal, Omar Jasso, Joe R. Vasquez and Gerardo Lopez in the amount of $25.00 each with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-86263
HIDTA:
Requesting approval to obtain memberships with the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) for Ricardo Rodriguez Jr and Michael J. Garza (Req. No. 00456107) in the total amount of $80.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to obtain memberships with the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) for Ricardo Rodriguez Jr and Michael J. Garza (Req. No. 00456107) in the total amount of $80.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-86250
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 $465.00 (Requisition #455825), 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 $465.00 (Requisition #455825), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
15.
Urban County:
A.
AI-86293
Request approval to renew 2022-2023 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, 2022 through June 30, 2023).
Attachments:
B.
AI-86202
Request approval to renew 2022-2023 membership dues in the amount of $2,000.00 to the National Community Development Association for Hidalgo County Urban County Program. (Membership dues covering the period July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023).
Attachments:
16.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-86399
Sheriff's Office - Body-Worn Camera Grant (1284):
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from various GF accounts (1100) to various Body-Worn-Camera grant accounts (1284) in the amount of $100,044.25 to fund cash match portion in relation to the Body-Worn-Camera grant award.
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from various GF accounts (1100) to various Body-Worn-Camera grant accounts (1284) in the amount of $100,044.25 to fund cash match portion in relation to the Body-Worn-Camera grant award.
Attachments:
B.
AI-86248
Various Depts:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes, effective as indicated:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes, effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary/Allowance | G/S | Proposed Salary/Allowance | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
280-002 | 0229 | Detention Officer | 01/01 | $35,940.00 | 01/02 | $37,198.00 | 06/06/2022 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
280-002 | 0336 | Detention Officer | 01/01 | $35,940.00 | 01/02 | $37,198.00 | 06/06/2022 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
080-002 | 0077 | Legal Assistant II | 08/02 | $35,984.00 | 08/03 | $37,243.00 | 06/20/2022 |
| Create Allowance Slot (Longevity) |
340-012 | 0005 | Immunization Specialist | 06/01 | $29,807.00 | 06/01 | $29,807.00 | 06/20/2022 |
| 340-003 | A180 | 06/01 | $0.00 | 06/01 | $360.00 | |||
Attachments:
C.
AI-85875
Pct4 - CAB Mini Grant Sunflower Park (1286):
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from Pct4 Rd Maint. (1200) to Pct4 CAB Mini Grant Sunflower Park (1286) in the amount of $10,000.00 to fund cash match portion in relation to the Pct4 Memorial (Sunflower) grant award from UT Health Science Center at Houston, School of Public Health, Brownsville Regional Campus.
(Audio Reference 18m:19s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 16.C.
No action was taken.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 17.J.1 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 18m:21s)
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from Pct4 Rd Maint. (1200) to Pct4 CAB Mini Grant Sunflower Park (1286) in the amount of $10,000.00 to fund cash match portion in relation to the Pct4 Memorial (Sunflower) grant award from UT Health Science Center at Houston, School of Public Health, Brownsville Regional Campus.
(Audio Reference 18m:19s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 16.C.
No action was taken.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 17.J.1 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 18m:21s)
Attachments:
17.
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-86345
Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for "Flex Base Material(Crushed Caliche)" including the re-advertising, if applicable.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-86306
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 23 in the amount of $45,587.40 for the Pct 1 Mile 6 West (Mile 9 North-Mile 11) project as submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC as reviewed by the project engineer, SAMES Engineering.
Attachments:
2.
AI-86281
Requesting approval of payment application #26 in the amount of $98,145.50 submitted by Sames Engineering and Surveying for Pct. 1 Mile 6 West Road (Mile 9 to Mile 11) project.
Attachments:
3.
AI-86177
Requesting approval to pay 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 |
| Mile 6 (M9-M11) | 05/31/2022 | 11328977 | $3,024.08 | 779197 |
| Mile 6 (M14½-SH107) | 05/31/2022 | 11328983 | $114,789.59 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 (M14½-SH107) | 05/31/2022 | 11328990 | $78,816.60 | 829916 |
| Mile 10 (M6-FM 1015) | 05/31/2022 | 11328991 | $5,356.40 | 796083 |
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-86179
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# |
| Dicker Road Project (WA#1) | 05/31/22 | 11328975 | $663.35 | 762740 |
| Eldora Road Project (WA#3) | 05/31/22 | 11328984 | $503.24 | 821432 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) | 05/31/22 | 11328996 | $46,673.29 | 826939 |
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-86269
Approval of Payment Application No. 14 in the amount of $470,609.95 to REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." CSJ:0921-02-321 through contract # C-20-294-02-23, as certified for payment by project manager engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-86279
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. | 5/31/22 | 11328995 | 12,599.76 | 842488 |
Attachments:
F.
Budget & Management:
1.
AI-86301
Requesting approval of three (3), 48 month Capital Lease (model Ricoh P 800) with Ricoh USA through Hidalgo County's membership with DIR cooperative (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 9/25/2023) in the amount of 98.40 per month.
G.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-86235
Requesting authority to exercise the second (2) and final one (1) year extensions permitted in contract C-20-209-07-07 for "Bio hazardous and/or Medical Waste Disposal Services" with Stericycle, Inc. to provide services for Hidalgo County under the same rates, terms, and conditions effective 07-09-22 through 07-08- 23
Attachments:
2.
AI-86214
Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for "Hot Mix Cold Laid" including the re-advertising, if applicable.
Attachments:
H.
Constables:
1.
AI-86205
Constable Pct. #3:
Requesting approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" to include a 10" Floor Display Wrap Kit. This item will be used to inform, relate progress, educate, and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety and education.
Requesting approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" to include a 10" Floor Display Wrap Kit. This item will be used to inform, relate progress, educate, and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety and education.
I.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-86219
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $11,427.55 for the “Hidalgo County Forensic Center Generator, X-Ray and Renovations - Exterior Wall" Project submitted by contractor, Noble Texas Builders and reviewed by the project engineer, Halff and Associates.
Attachments:
2.
AI-86218
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 10 in the amount of $44,635.75 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 and Associates, Inc.
Attachments:
J.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-86388
Requesting authority to increase the following purchase orders as approved under AI-83660 on 12/14/21 and AI-83188 on 11/02/2021.
(Audio Reference 18m:21s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 17.J.1.
No action was taken.
The Court proceeded back to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda - Item 5 Open Forum. (Audio Reference 18m:28s)
| Department | Purchase Order | Purchase Order | Description | Original Amount | Increase Amount |
| Emergency Management | Nevada Pacific Inc. | 839976 | Wrap Crew Cab F-550 | $170,614.00 | $2,787.00 |
| Emergency Management | Motorola | 843261 | 12 APX8000 Radios | $146,070.50 | $282.12 |
(Audio Reference 18m:21s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 17.J.1.
No action was taken.
The Court proceeded back to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda - Item 5 Open Forum. (Audio Reference 18m:28s)
Attachments:
K.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-86311
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 8 in the amount of $236,295.37 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:
L.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-86275
Requesting approval of invoice under Work Authorization #2 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 | Construction Materials Testing | 847843 | 20331 | 05/20/2022 | $1,642.31 |
| Work Authorization # 2 | Construction Materials Testing | 847843 | 20335 | 06/01/2022 | $6,129.26 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-86278
Requesting approval of invoice under Work Authorization #3 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 # 3 | Construction Management Services | 848232 | 40176 | 06/03/2022 | $42,823.25 |
Attachments:
M.
Juvenile Probation:
1.
AI-86277
A. Requesting authority to approve the procurement packet for the "Independent Audit Services" for the Juvenile Probation.
B. Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for the "Independent Audit Services-Juvenile Probation" including the re-advertising, if applicable.
B. Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for the "Independent Audit Services-Juvenile Probation" including the re-advertising, if applicable.
N.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-86184
Requesting authority to exercise an additional one (1) year extension [under the same rates, terms and conditions] with USRC Mission, LP US Renal Care Mission Dialysis as provided in the current contract agreement C-18-285-12-04 - "Hemodialysis Treatment (Renal Failure) for Inmates Incarcerated at Hidalgo County Adult Detention Facility".
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 28th day of June 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 June 28, 2022.
Signed this 29th day of June 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 28th day of June 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 June 28, 2022.
Signed this 29th day of June 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy