CONSENT REGULAR MEETING - JULY 26, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 26th day of July 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 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 CONSENT REGULAR COMMISSIONERS COURT JULY 26, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 15m:42s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 16m:09s)
1.
AI-86647
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-86648
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-86723
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Alamo 2021-2022 TIRZ payment in the amount of $176,315.06 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Alamo, Hidalgo County, and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No.1.
Attachments:
3.
2022 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-86773
2022 - Co. Clerk (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-86733
2022 - Purchasing (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-86730
2022 - Planning Dept. (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-86708
2022 - Courthouse Project (1358)
Attachments:
E.
AI-86675
2022 - CW Mech Shop (1200)
Attachments:
F.
AI-86771
2022 - Pct 2 CRC Las Milpas (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-86769
2022 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200)
Attachments:
H.
AI-86682
2022 - GRAND JURY (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-86569
2022 - Human Resources (2202)
Attachments:
J.
AI-86662
2022 - Facilities Management CO Wide (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-86574
2022 - I.T. Department (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-86645
2022 - Public Affairs (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-86596
2022 - Constable Pct 2 (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-86726
2022 - Constable Pct.3 (1230)
Attachments:
O.
AI-86598
2022 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-86694
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-86649
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293)
Attachments:
R.
AI-86636
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm (1100)
Attachments:
S.
AI-86561
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Child Health (1293)
Attachments:
T.
AI-86560
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Prenatal (1293)
Attachments:
U.
AI-86558
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept. / COVID IMM PROJECT 1 (1293)
Attachments:
V.
AI-86605
2022 - 449th District Court (1100)
Attachments:
W.
AI-86611
2022 - Facilities Management CO Wide (1100)
Attachments:
X.
AI-86729
2022 - PCT1 CRC PROGRESO (1100)
Attachments:
Y.
AI-86710
2022 - PCT1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
Z.
AI-86713
2022 - PCT1 ADM (1200)
Attachments:
AA.
AI-86602
2022 - Pct. 1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
BB.
AI-86621
2022 - PCT.4 UT Health (1286)
Attachments:
CC.
AI-86581
2022 - DA CJD VAP (1281)
Attachments:
DD.
AI-86626
2022 - AUTOPSIES (1100)
Attachments:
EE.
AI-86625
2022 - CRIM DA (1100)
Attachments:
FF.
AI-86618
2022 - Emergency Management (1100)
GG.
AI-86559
2022 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
4.
County Courts at Law:
A.
AI-86663
2022 - County Court-At-Law No. 1 (1100)
Requesting approval to reimburse Cynthia Cavazos (Court Reporter) for office supplies in the amount of $419.98 (Requisition #457781) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to reimburse Cynthia Cavazos (Court Reporter) for office supplies in the amount of $419.98 (Requisition #457781) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
5.
2022 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-86600
Pct. #1 (1200):
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.1 program 005 to program 004 in the amount of $4,904.50.
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.1 program 005 to program 004 in the amount of $4,904.50.
Attachments:
6.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-86670
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-86660
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: The north 10.00 acres of the south 20.00 lot 4 blk. 95 Mo-Tex Land & Irrigation Co. (Mile 19 North Road & Sunflower Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Sunflower Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” PVC water line extension running south approximately 200 feet along the east side of Sunflower Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 11 Delta Orchards 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: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Lot 3 Industrial Subdivision an addition to the City of Mission, Hidalgo County (Bentsen Palm Drive & 3 Mile Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 3 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” PVC water line extension approximately 180 feet running east along the south side of Mile 3 Road.
d. Applicant: Burnias Construction LLC.
Legal Description: 5.59 acre tract of land out of Lot 9 Blk. 68 Capisallo District Subdivision (Proposed T & O Ranch #3 Subdivision) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 East Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Mile 1 East Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 1” dual water service lines with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 1 East Road .
e. Applicant: Sharyland Water supply Corporation
Legal Description: Citrus Properties Lot 17 (Citrus Dirve & Monte Cristo Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline along the west side of Citrus Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Citrus Drive.
f. Applicant: Sharyland Water supply Corporation
Legal Description: 2.5 acres out of lot 58 New Caledonia Unit #1 Subdivision (Schuerbach Road & 2 Mile Line) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline east of Schuerbach Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Schuerbach Road.
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907304-SM121)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Iowa Road approximately 150.00 feet south of Cohiba Street. (Pct. 3)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3417305-EM134)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Anzaldua Lane approximately 142.00 feet north of Mile 21 North Road. (Pct. 4)
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1396695-SM105)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Texan Road approximately 166.00 feet north of Lupita Uribe Street. (Pct. 3)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: The north 10.00 acres of the south 20.00 lot 4 blk. 95 Mo-Tex Land & Irrigation Co. (Mile 19 North Road & Sunflower Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Sunflower Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” PVC water line extension running south approximately 200 feet along the east side of Sunflower Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 11 Delta Orchards 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: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Lot 3 Industrial Subdivision an addition to the City of Mission, Hidalgo County (Bentsen Palm Drive & 3 Mile Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 3 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” PVC water line extension approximately 180 feet running east along the south side of Mile 3 Road.
d. Applicant: Burnias Construction LLC.
Legal Description: 5.59 acre tract of land out of Lot 9 Blk. 68 Capisallo District Subdivision (Proposed T & O Ranch #3 Subdivision) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 East Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Mile 1 East Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 1” dual water service lines with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 1 East Road .
e. Applicant: Sharyland Water supply Corporation
Legal Description: Citrus Properties Lot 17 (Citrus Dirve & Monte Cristo Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline along the west side of Citrus Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Citrus Drive.
f. Applicant: Sharyland Water supply Corporation
Legal Description: 2.5 acres out of lot 58 New Caledonia Unit #1 Subdivision (Schuerbach Road & 2 Mile Line) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline east of Schuerbach Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Schuerbach Road.
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907304-SM121)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Iowa Road approximately 150.00 feet south of Cohiba Street. (Pct. 3)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3417305-EM134)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Anzaldua Lane approximately 142.00 feet north of Mile 21 North Road. (Pct. 4)
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1396695-SM105)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Texan Road approximately 166.00 feet north of Lupita Uribe Street. (Pct. 3)
Attachments:
C.
AI-86680
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Casa Paraiso Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Nancy Cindy Rodriguez) (Mile 6 Road & Shary Road)
No. of Lots: 1Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention area with a discharge structure discharging to the existing ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 Road is paved.
b. Replat of Ocañas Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose Domingo Ocañas) (Eldora Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Eldora Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved.
c. Owassa Place Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Valley Affordable Housing, LLC.) (Owassa Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 91 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:8
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 Edinburg
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Owassa Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved.
a. Casa Paraiso Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Nancy Cindy Rodriguez) (Mile 6 Road & Shary Road)
No. of Lots: 1Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention area with a discharge structure discharging to the existing ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 Road is paved.
b. Replat of Ocañas Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose Domingo Ocañas) (Eldora Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Eldora Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved.
c. Owassa Place Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Valley Affordable Housing, LLC.) (Owassa Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 91 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:8
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 Edinburg
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Owassa Road is paved and 6 internal streets to be paved.
Attachments:
7.
County Judges Office:
A.
AI-86646
Requesting approval of claim for invoice #1362 dated 7/6/2022 in the amount of $1,140 from Socialife News, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after reviewing and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
8.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-86619
District Clerk Fee report for the month of June 2022-$349,430.48.
Attachments:
B.
AI-86580
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2022 June
Attachments:
9.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-86585
Insurance:
Approval of payment for invoice dated 7/13/2022 in the amount of $5,259.82 as submitted by McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for 2nd Qtr. adjustments to the 2022 County Wide Commercial Property 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 7/13/2022 in the amount of $5,259.82 as submitted by McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for 2nd Qtr. adjustments to the 2022 County Wide Commercial Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
10.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-86615
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,396,213.51 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 7/1/22 to 7/13/22.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 16m:09s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 16m:39s)
| 07/01/2022 - 07/06/2022 | $704,700.52 |
| 07/07/2022 - 07/13/2022 | $691,512.99 |
| Total: | $1,396,213.51 |
(Audio Reference 16m:09s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Consent Agenda items 10.A.1 and 10.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 16m:39s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-86629
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 07/01/2022 - 07/15/2022 in the amount of $55,902.33 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 07/01/2022 - 07/15/2022 in the amount of $55,902.33 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
11.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-86442
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | HOSPI-TA-L9 | CORNERSTONE HEALTHCARE GROUP H | $229,503.25 |
| 2. | H2550.00.013.0006.01 | AURIEL INVESTMENTS LLC | $7,601.14 |
| 3. | N6730.02.000.0094.00 | ARBE INVESTMENTS LLC | $6,289.53 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-86445
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | C4921.1A.000.0011.00 | BIG SKY COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INVEST LLC | $2,929.34 |
| 2. | E7240.00.000.0006.00 | RHODES ENTERPRISES LTD | $3,094.05 |
| 3. | W0100.00.051.0005.26 | SANCHEZ ROBERT | $3,312.04 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-86588
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | M2450.00.003.0106.02 | L F D LTD | $22,373.60 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-86589
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | A0800.00.000.1103.02 | RAMIREZ RAYMUNDO JR | $3,363.11 |
| 2 | C4440.01.014.0019.00 | CASTANEDA ALFREDO & MONIQUE | $3,622.26 |
| 3 | O2360.00.000.0001.00 | OLD FORT | $5,100.00 |
| 4 | R2950.99.000.0000.H3 | BFG CORPORATION DBA BYLINE FINANCIAL GROUP | $19,652.64 |
| 5 | S2971.00.000.0020.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $5,510.53 |
| 6 | S3998.00.000.0061.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $3,413.14 |
| 7 | S7658.00.000.0015.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $3,631.68 |
| 8 | S7658.00.000.0015.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $3,700.56 |
| 9 | T4300.00.005.0008.00 | ESCOBEDO RENE RICARDO | $5,083.46 |
| 10 | V4020.00.000.0034.00 | CORONADO SANTIAGO & RUBICELA | $2,633.42 |
| 11 | W0100.00.034.0011.00 | FLORES ISMAEL & DEBRA GARCIA | 5,698.46 |
| 12 | W0850.00.000.0013.00 | BENFIELD RICHARD H & SONIA | $2,503.56 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-86664
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | D6430.00.000.0012.00 | ESPINOZA LORENA | $4,049.78 |
| 2 | M0310.04.000.0062.00 | SANDOVAL JAIME J JR | $3,178.47 |
| 3 | M3920.00.002.0037.00 | MACDONALD ALISDAIR R & TERESA | $3,146.18 |
| 4 | M3920.00.002.0037.00 | MACDONALD ALISDAIR R & TERESA | $3,084.82 |
| 5. | N6610.01.000.0026.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $2,806.71 |
Attachments:
F.
AI-86665
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | F1652.01.000.0056.00 | MEGAN E KENIRY OR ROBERT W GILKERSON | $5,730.10 |
| 2 | T8555.00.000.0001.00 | SOFIA ADAMS KENNEDY | $5,567.82 |
Attachments:
12.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-86697
DBM:
Requesting approval to pay the 2022 (GFOA) Government Finance Officers Association membership due for Jose Reyes, in the amount of $150.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor. Requisition #457846
Requesting approval to pay the 2022 (GFOA) Government Finance Officers Association membership due for Jose Reyes, in the amount of $150.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor. Requisition #457846
B.
AI-86640
CC4:
Requesting approval to pay the 2022 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) Membership Dues for Judge Federico "Fred" Garza, Jr. in the amount of $75.00 with approval for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor, Requisition #457683.
Requesting approval to pay the 2022 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) Membership Dues for Judge Federico "Fred" Garza, Jr. in the amount of $75.00 with approval for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor, Requisition #457683.
Attachments:
C.
AI-86603
449th DC:
Requesting approval to pay 2022 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) and 2022 State Bar of Texas Membership Dues for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt in the total amount of $365.00. Requisition #00457531, #00457532 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2022 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) and 2022 State Bar of Texas Membership Dues for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt in the total amount of $365.00. Requisition #00457531, #00457532 with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-86578
District Attorney's Office:
Approval to pay membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association in the amount of $75.00/each for Criminal District Attorney, Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr. with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval to pay membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association in the amount of $75.00/each for Criminal District Attorney, Ricardo Rodriguez, Jr. with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-86658
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA)for several employees in the total amount of $40.00(Requisition #00457773), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA)for several employees in the total amount of $40.00(Requisition #00457773), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-86635
Requesting approval of two (2) applicants in the countywide area (Hidalgo County) under the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA) Colonia Self-Help Center Program (CSHC) Contract #7220003
Attachments:
14.
IT Department:
A.
AI-86609
Authorization and approval to continue wireless data service for GPS units through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: Technology Solutions / OMNIA R210404 Technology with IRON BOW TECHNOLOGIES, LLC for the following:
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| Tax Office | 6 | Cont. Data Service for GPS |
| Constable Pct. 4 | 21 | Cont. Data Service for GPS |
| Commissioner Pct. 4 | 49 | Cont. Data Service for GPS |
| Commissioner Pct. 4 | 64 | Cont. Data Service for GPS |
| County Clerks | 2 | Cont. Data Service for GPS |
Attachments:
15.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-86744
Pct 2 General Fund Accounts (1100):
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) to Various Pct 2 General Fund Accounts (Fund 1100) in the amount of $265,000.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) to Various Pct 2 General Fund Accounts (Fund 1100) in the amount of $265,000.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Attachments:
B.
AI-86772
Medicaid Admin (1293) / Health Clinics (1100):
Approval of changes to the 2022 Salary Schedule, effective 01/03/2022:
Approval of changes to the 2022 Salary Schedule, effective 01/03/2022:
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| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Obj. | Position Title | G/S | Adopted Budget Salary | G/S | Proposed Adopted Budgeted Salary | Variance |
| Budget Process Correction | 340-059 | 0004 | 113 | Community Service Aide | 06/01 | $27,912.00 | 06/01 | $27,913.00 | $1.00 |
| 340-003 | 0096 | $1,894.00 | $1,894.00 | $0.00 | |||||
Attachments:
C.
AI-86728
Salary Sweep (1100):
Approval to transfer lapsed salaries from various departments to the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account.
Approval to transfer lapsed salaries from various departments to the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account.
Attachments:
D.
AI-86696
CO Rec Mgmt/Presrv-CC (1238) / CC Clerk Record Archive (1100):
Approval of the following change in funding sources as listed below, effective 01/01/2022:
Approval of the following change in funding sources as listed below, effective 01/01/2022:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||
| Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S |
| 180-004 | 113 | 0001 | Deputy County Clerk III | 09/02 | 180-002 | 113 | 0015 | Deputy County Clerk III | 09/02 |
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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-86774
A. Requesting approval to remove the following representatives from the Owner's Representative Committee for the respective Phases of the Hidalgo County Courthouse Projects:
B. Requesting approval to add the following designees to the Owner's Representative Committee for the respective Phases of the Hidalgo County Courthouse Projects:
- Michael Leo, Former Economic Development Director [Phase I]
- Sergio Cruz, Former Hidalgo County Budget Officer [Phase I & II]
B. Requesting approval to add the following designees to the Owner's Representative Committee for the respective Phases of the Hidalgo County Courthouse Projects:
- Isaac Sulemana, Chief of Staff, County Judge's Office [Phase I & II]
- Vidal Roman, Hidalgo County Budget Officer [Phase I & II]
- Velinda Reyes, Chief of Staff, Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 [Phase II]
2.
AI-86721
Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period as provided in C-20-158-07-21 with South Texas Land Investigations, for Hidalgo County under the same rates, terms and conditions as to avoid lapse in service while procurement process is completed.
Attachments:
3.
AI-86676
Requesting approval and authority to advertise the procurement packet as attached hereto for RFP 22-0400-YZV "Auctioneering Services", including the re-advertising if necessary.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-86641
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Capital Copier Lease (model PC600 #408301) with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, DBA Ricoh USA through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) for Pct. 1 in the amount of $62.70 per month.
Attachments:
2.
AI-86612
A. Requesting authority to reject sole bid received for RFB 22-0331-06-22-YZV for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site - Mercedes Area.
B. Requesting authority to advertise with approval of RFB procurement packet as attached hereto for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site - Mercedes Area including the re-advertising if applicable.
B. Requesting authority to advertise with approval of RFB procurement packet as attached hereto for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site - Mercedes Area including the re-advertising if applicable.
Attachments:
3.
AI-86594
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 24 in the amount of $75,480.83 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:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-86607
Pct. 2 Nolana Loop Project:
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #11329015 in the amount of $5,747.84 submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services under Contract C-17-088-04-05 (WA#2) for Pct 2 Nolana Loop Project from FM1426 to FM 907.
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #11329015 in the amount of $5,747.84 submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services under Contract C-17-088-04-05 (WA#2) for Pct 2 Nolana Loop Project from FM1426 to FM 907.
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-86651
Approval of Payment Application No. 15 in the amount of $809,707.88 to REIM Construction Inc., for the "Mile 3 N. Rd. " CSJ:0921-02-321 through contract # C-20-294-02-23, as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-86634
Requesting approval to process payment of pay application No. 8 as a claim to Texas Cordia Construction, LLC in the amount of $3,343.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
2.
AI-86575
Requesting authority to remove missing assets from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 inventory list identified in Exhibit "A" attached herein and determined "unable to locate" as detailed in the supporting documentation.
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-86689
Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for RFB: 22-0437 "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" and re-advertise if/when applicable.
Attachments:
2.
AI-86642
Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for RFB 22-0429-TDL "Hauling Services for Millings" including the re-advertisement, if applicable.
Attachments:
3.
AI-86599
Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for RFB 22-0319 'Bottled Water Services" including the re-advertisement, if applicable.
Attachments:
4.
AI-86587
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year extension with Big D Tractor Co. LLC dba Blue Cat Rentals, under the same rates, terms and conditions as provided under the current agreement C-21-043-07-27 for Rental of Heavy Equipment.
Attachments:
G.
County Clerk:
1.
AI-86507
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year extension under the same rates, terms and conditions with Fiber Master Inc. under the current contract C-21-054-09-07
Attachments:
H.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-86556
Requesting approval to complete and submit credit applications, as requested by Burton for the purpose of setting up an account to procure supplies with authority for the County Judge, or Executive Officer to sign credit application.
Attachments:
I.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-86711
Requesting approval to complete and submit the attached credit application, as requested by vendor, Door Control Services with authority for Facilities Management Director, Oscar R. Villarreal to execute the document.
Attachments:
2.
AI-86568
A. Requesting authority to reject all bids received for RFB 22-0007-05-11-KMG "Fire alarm & Security Monitoring Services" due to unreasonable pricing not in the best interest of Hidalgo County.
B. Requesting approval of the procurement packet RFB 22-0402-08-24-KMG "Fire alarm & Security Monitoring Services" as attached hereto;
C. Provision to the approval of (B), requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for the aforementioned project including re-advertising if necessary.
B. Requesting approval of the procurement packet RFB 22-0402-08-24-KMG "Fire alarm & Security Monitoring Services" as attached hereto;
C. Provision to the approval of (B), requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for the aforementioned project including re-advertising if necessary.
Attachments:
J.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-86669
Health & Human Services:
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 public on health initiatives & programs including, but not limited to: MaxGlide tropical pen, deluxe 6 pack cooler, 4-pack crayons effective upon approval and through 12/31/2022.
Attachments:
K.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-86667
Requesting authority to advertise RFQ: No. 22-0368 for Nursing Staffing Services including the re-advertisement if necessary.
Attachments:
L.
Purchasing Department:
1.
AI-86500
A. Requesting authorization to declare (worn/damaged/obsolete) assets listed on Exhibit A as salvage for disposition as discard/waste property;
B. Requesting authorization to remove assets listed on Exhibit A from the Hidalgo County inventory.
B. Requesting authorization to remove assets listed on Exhibit A from the Hidalgo County inventory.
Attachments:
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Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-86597
Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period as provided in C-18-042A-08-14 with Lab Services, Inc., for Hidalgo County Sheriff's office Drug & Alcohol Services under the same rates, terms and conditions as to avoid lapse in service while procurement process is completed.
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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 26th day of July 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 July 26, 2022.
Signed this 27th day of July 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 26th day of July 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 July 26, 2022.
Signed this 27th day of July 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy