SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 1, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 1st day of November 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 NOVEMBER 1, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 14m: 16s)
County Executive Office, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 11.A.1, 11.A.2, and 17. D.1 be pulled for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote for 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 for Consent Agenda items 11.A.1, 11.A.2, and 17.D. 1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 11.A.1 and 11. A.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 14m: 44s)
1.
AI-88101
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-88102
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2022 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-88174
2022 - Pct 2 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-88215
2022 - Constable Pct. 1 CCP 59 (1233)
Attachments:
C.
AI-88194
2022 - Pct. 3 Parks (1100)
D.
AI-88195
2022 - Tax Office (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-88163
2022 - Pct.4 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
F.
AI-88197
2022 - Pct.4 Admin (1200)
Attachments:
G.
AI-88166
2022 - Pct.4 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-88168
2022 - Pct.4 Drain (1200)
Attachments:
I.
AI-88161
2022 - AUTOPSIES (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-88147
2022 - IT Department (1100 C.W.)
K.
AI-88134
2022 - CRIM DA (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-88133
2022 - Constable Pct 2 (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-88109
2022 - Constable Precinct 4 - TTBH MHOP (1285)
Attachments:
N.
AI-88080
2022 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-88128
2022 PCT1 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-88125
2022 PCT1 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-88167
2022 PCT1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
R.
AI-88137
2022 PCT1 ADM (1200)
Attachments:
S.
AI-88037
2022 - Planning Dept (1100)
T.
AI-88020
2022 - Health & Human Services Dept./ H.D.Adm (1293)
Attachments:
4.
2022 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-88107
Pct. #1 (1303):
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.1 program 041 to program 286 in the amount of $18,075.36 for Sunrise Hill Park Improvement project.
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.1 program 041 to program 286 in the amount of $18,075.36 for Sunrise Hill Park Improvement project.
Attachments:
B.
AI-88188
Pct. 4 (1351):
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017 program 132 to program 210, in the amount of $50,166.37 to fund Russell Road Improvement Project (Mile 17 1/2 Rooth Rd to Mon Mack Rd) expenditures.
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from CO2017 program 132 to program 210, in the amount of $50,166.37 to fund Russell Road Improvement Project (Mile 17 1/2 Rooth Rd to Mon Mack Rd) expenditures.
Attachments:
C.
AI-88211
2022 - Colonia Streetlight Pr (1100): Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from PCT1 Pct 4 Emergency Srv Lin-Sm & Pct 4 Crc to Colonia Streetlight Pr-Repair & Maint Srv in the amount of $4,200.03 to fund installation of Streetlamps for New Wrold Development Hidalgo County Streetlight Program
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-88132
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-88117
1. Partial Release of Letter of Credit No. 9005611
a. Rio Rico Ranchettes No. 2 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Greater State Bank) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 ½ East Road)
a. Rio Rico Ranchettes No. 2 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Greater State Bank) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 ½ East Road)
Attachments:
C.
AI-88032
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 11 Blk. 45 Alamo land & Sugar Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Tower Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” water line with a 14” steel casing boring Tower Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 25.771 out of Lot 5 Blk. 45 Alamo land & Sugar Co. Subdivision, Proposed Cantera Hermosa Phase 4 Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” steel casing boring Eldora Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 34.375out of Lot 9 Blk. 46 Alamo land & Sugar Subdivision, Proposed Cantera Hermosa Phase 3 Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” sewer line south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 16” PVC sanitary sewer line, line extension along the south side of Eldora Road approximately 1,656 feet running east.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 20.00 acres out of lot 11 Blk. 99 Campacuas Addition; Proposed Los Amigos Phase 3 Subdivision (Mile 1 West Road & Mile 12 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Mile 12 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Four 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 12 North Road and One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 12 North Road.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: South ½ of the West ½ of Lot 3 Blk. 63 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit 2 Subdivision (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Cesar Chavez Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Cesar Chavez Road.
f. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 6 Blk. 102 Campacuas Addition; Proposed Tars No. 1 Subdivision (Mile 9 North Road & Mile 1 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” water line south of Mile 9 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 15” PVC casing boring Mile 1 ½ West Road.
g. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 11.04 acres out of Lot 1 Blk. 97 Turner Tract Subdivision (C.R. 3385 & C.R. 3350) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 1 ½” water line west of C.R. 3350.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring C.R. 3350.
h. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: 3.07 acres out of Lot 11 Nick Doffing Co. Subdivision (Minnesota Road & Mile 6 Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Mile 6 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 Road.
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3422476-SM167)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Western Road approximately 170 feet south of Mile 6 Road. (Pct. 3)
j. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3510701-PAD0)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Sigley Drive approximately 200 feet east of Tower Road. (Pct. 4)
k. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3607555-SM179)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Western Road approximately 60 feet north of Norberto Street. (Pct. 3)
l. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3767385-WE162)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Mile 4 ½ North Road approximately 100 feet west of Soderquest Road. (Pct. 1)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 11 Blk. 45 Alamo land & Sugar Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Tower Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” water line with a 14” steel casing boring Tower Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 25.771 out of Lot 5 Blk. 45 Alamo land & Sugar Co. Subdivision, Proposed Cantera Hermosa Phase 4 Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” steel casing boring Eldora Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 34.375out of Lot 9 Blk. 46 Alamo land & Sugar Subdivision, Proposed Cantera Hermosa Phase 3 Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” sewer line south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 16” PVC sanitary sewer line, line extension along the south side of Eldora Road approximately 1,656 feet running east.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 20.00 acres out of lot 11 Blk. 99 Campacuas Addition; Proposed Los Amigos Phase 3 Subdivision (Mile 1 West Road & Mile 12 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line north of Mile 12 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Four 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 12 North Road and One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 12 North Road.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: South ½ of the West ½ of Lot 3 Blk. 63 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit 2 Subdivision (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Cesar Chavez Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Cesar Chavez Road.
f. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 6 Blk. 102 Campacuas Addition; Proposed Tars No. 1 Subdivision (Mile 9 North Road & Mile 1 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” water line south of Mile 9 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 15” PVC casing boring Mile 1 ½ West Road.
g. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 11.04 acres out of Lot 1 Blk. 97 Turner Tract Subdivision (C.R. 3385 & C.R. 3350) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 1 ½” water line west of C.R. 3350.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring C.R. 3350.
h. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: 3.07 acres out of Lot 11 Nick Doffing Co. Subdivision (Minnesota Road & Mile 6 Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” water line west of Mile 6 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 6 Road.
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3422476-SM167)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: West of Western Road approximately 170 feet south of Mile 6 Road. (Pct. 3)
j. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3510701-PAD0)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Sigley Drive approximately 200 feet east of Tower Road. (Pct. 4)
k. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3607555-SM179)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Western Road approximately 60 feet north of Norberto Street. (Pct. 3)
l. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3767385-WE162)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Mile 4 ½ North Road approximately 100 feet west of Soderquest Road. (Pct. 1)
Attachments:
D.
AI-88033
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Ruiz Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mario Ruiz) (Mile 15 North Road & Mile 4 West Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Ruiz Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mario Ruiz) (Mile 15 North Road & Mile 4 West Road)
*Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
E.
AI-88011
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Replat of Lots 5-9 The Hills Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Decisions Unlimited LLC) (Mile 19 North Road & Brushline Road)
Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. T & O Ranch No. 3 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (T & O Ranch Investments, LLC) (Mile 4 North Road & FM 491)
Reimbursement request: $6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
a. Replat of Lots 5-9 The Hills Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Decisions Unlimited LLC) (Mile 19 North Road & Brushline Road)
Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. T & O Ranch No. 3 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (T & O Ranch Investments, LLC) (Mile 4 North Road & FM 491)
Reimbursement request: $6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
Attachments:
F.
AI-88118
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a) Wisconsin Estates Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Rio Sendero Properties, LLC.) (Wisconsin Road & Dillon Road)
*Reimbursement request: $22,500.00 for (15 OSSF’S)
a) Wisconsin Estates Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Rio Sendero Properties, LLC.) (Wisconsin Road & Dillon Road)
*Reimbursement request: $22,500.00 for (15 OSSF’S)
Attachments:
6.
County Courts:
A.
AI-87807
County Court at Law No. 4:
Requesting approval to reimburse Judge Federico "Fred" Garza, Jr. for CLE Hours in the amount of $50.00 (Requisition #461802) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to reimburse Judge Federico "Fred" Garza, Jr. for CLE Hours in the amount of $50.00 (Requisition #461802) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
7.
District Attorney:
A.
AI-88151
Requesting authorization and approval to waive Hidalgo County Food Policy for payment of the invoice from Golden Grape Concessions for the Purple Day Press Conference in support of domestic violence awareness month.
Attachments:
8.
County Treasurer:
A.
AI-88126
2022 Hidalgo County 3rd Quarter Investment Report
Attachments:
9.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-87963
District Clerk Fee report for the month of September 2022 $336,183.42
Attachments:
10.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-88212
Insurance:
Approval of payment for invoice dated 10/28/2022 in the amount of $2,124.89 as submitted by McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for 3rd 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 10/28/2022 in the amount of $2,124.89 as submitted by McGriff, Seibels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for 3rd 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.
Attachments:
11.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-88053
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,431,571.67 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 10/06/2022 to 10/19/2022.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 14m: 44s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 11. A. 1 and 11. A. 2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent agenda items 11. A.1 and 11. 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 11. A. 1 and 11. A. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 17. D. 1 (Audio Reference 15m: 08s)
| 10/06/2022 -10/12/2022 | $739,898.69 |
| 10/13/2022 - 10/19/2022 | $691,672.98 |
| Total: | $1,431,571.67 |
(Audio Reference 14m: 44s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 11. A. 1 and 11. A. 2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent agenda items 11. A.1 and 11. 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 11. A. 1 and 11. A. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 17. D. 1 (Audio Reference 15m: 08s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-88022
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 10/01/2022 through 10/15/2022 in the amount of $41,515.48 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 10/01/2022 through 10/15/2022 in the amount of $41,515.48 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
C.
AI-88099
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 11/07/2022 and for calendar year 2023:
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 11/07/2022 and for calendar year 2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance | Net Change |
| Delete Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0058 | Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 | ($500.00) |
| Delete Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0159 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 | ($500.00) |
| Delete Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0096 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 | ($500.00) |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0142 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0215 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0143 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 | $500.00 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-88122
Approval to revise the list of approved employees on Exhibit A for continuation of payment of certain COVID-19 related overtime hours as previously approved on 03/22/2022 AI-85085 to be funded through COVID-19 ARPA funds.
Attachments:
12.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-87976
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | M2650.00.008.0008.03 | VANTAGE BANK | $15,640.13 |
| 2 | O3950.00.000.0030.00 | CORELOGIC | $5,874.74 |
| 3 | O3950.00.000.0030.00 | CORELOGIC | $3,041.26 |
| 4 | O8200.00.000.0049.00 | KANE TITLE LLC | $2,511.73 |
Attachments:
13.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-87849
County Auditor:
Requesting approval to pay 2022-2023 membership dues to the Government Finance Officer's Association in the amount of $3,050.00 (REQ #461176) for Ms. Linda Fong, Interim County Auditor, Mrs. Leticia Chavez, First Asst. Auditor, Mr. Reynaldo Cantu III, Director of Audit Division, Ms. Minerva Diaz, Grants Accounting Supervisor, Mr. Ray Morin, Finance Accounting Supervisor, Mr. Xuejiao Li, Accountant II; with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2022-2023 membership dues to the Government Finance Officer's Association in the amount of $3,050.00 (REQ #461176) for Ms. Linda Fong, Interim County Auditor, Mrs. Leticia Chavez, First Asst. Auditor, Mr. Reynaldo Cantu III, Director of Audit Division, Ms. Minerva Diaz, Grants Accounting Supervisor, Mr. Ray Morin, Finance Accounting Supervisor, Mr. Xuejiao Li, Accountant II; with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-88021
Public Defenders:
Requesting approval to pay annual membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association for (6) Attorneys in the amount of $450.00 (REQ #00462525) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
Requesting approval to pay annual membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association for (6) Attorneys in the amount of $450.00 (REQ #00462525) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
Attachments:
C.
AI-88071
DBM:
Requesting approval to pay the 2022 (GFOA) Government Finance Officers Association membership dues for Vidal Roman, in the amount of $150.00 each, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor. Requisition# 462764.
Requesting approval to pay the 2022 (GFOA) Government Finance Officers Association membership dues for Vidal Roman, in the amount of $150.00 each, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor. Requisition# 462764.
D.
AI-87832
Purchasing Department:
Requesting approval to update previous AI 84364 02/08/2022. Previously approved employee affidavit list has changed as some employees have retired and no longer work for Hidalgo County. Approval to pay the following memberships for 2022-2023 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor's Office.
Requesting approval to update previous AI 84364 02/08/2022. Previously approved employee affidavit list has changed as some employees have retired and no longer work for Hidalgo County. Approval to pay the following memberships for 2022-2023 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor's Office.
Attachments:
14.
Head Start:
A.
AI-88046
Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report: September 2022
Attachments:
B.
AI-88047
Approval of Monthly Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report: September 2022
Attachments:
C.
AI-88048
Approval of Monthly Financial Report: September 2022
Attachments:
D.
AI-88045
Approval of Monthly Special Services Report: September 2022
Attachments:
15.
IT Department:
A.
AI-87989
Authorization and approval to purchase and continue wireless data service as well as change service plan 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: |
| Veteran's Services | 2 | New Data Service |
| Probate Court | 1 | New Data Service |
| Planning Department | 1 | New Cell Service |
| Public Defenders | 2 | New Data Service |
| WIC Program | 15 | Cont. Data Service |
| WIC Program | 4 | Cont. Cell Service |
| WIC Program | 4 | Change Service Plan |
Attachments:
16.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-88208
Requesting approval to purchase radio equipment, related supplies & data card services for "Communication Interoperability" through our membership/participation with Buy Board Contract No. 627-20 (exp. 11.30.23) through Req 457315 in the amount $ 45,313.24 for Hidalgo County Emergency Management
Attachments:
B.
AI-88036
Various (1100):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and in the calendar year 2023.
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and in the calendar year 2023.
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral Transfer) | 080-002 | 0121 | Legal Assistant I | 06/01 | $29,807.00 | 06/02 | $30,850.00 | 10/17/2022 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 140-001 | 0104 | Deputy Clerk I | 05/01 | $27,599.00 | 05/02 | $28,565.00 | 10/24/2022 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-88038
TXDOT-PCT3 FM2221/FM492 (FM681-SH364) (1315):
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from TXDOT-Pct 3 FM681 program 121, CO2017-Pct 3 program 122, and CO2017-Pct 3 Motor Pool program 127 to TXDOT-Pct 3 FM2221/FM492 program 071 in the amount of $402.11 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from TXDOT-Pct 3 FM681 program 121, CO2017-Pct 3 program 122, and CO2017-Pct 3 Motor Pool program 127 to TXDOT-Pct 3 FM2221/FM492 program 071 in the amount of $402.11 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
D.
AI-88040
TXDOT-PCT3 VETERANS (ABRAM-LA HOMA) (1315):
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from CO2017- Pct 3 Motor Pool program 127, CO2018B Pct 3 program 122, CO2020 Pct 3 La Mansion program 138 to TXDOT-Pct 3 Veterans program 107 in the amount of $32,457.93 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from CO2017- Pct 3 Motor Pool program 127, CO2018B Pct 3 program 122, CO2020 Pct 3 La Mansion program 138 to TXDOT-Pct 3 Veterans program 107 in the amount of $32,457.93 to fund project expenditures.
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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).
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Pct. #2:
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AI-87841
Pct. 2 Regional Linear Park Project:
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #20346 in the amount of $840.31 submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services under Contract C-18-306-02-12 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project Phase I & II.
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #20346 in the amount of $840.31 submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services under Contract C-18-306-02-12 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project Phase I & II.
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Pct. #3:
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AI-88085
Requesting approval of invoice as submitted by the contracted project engineer, Sames Engineering & Surveying for Precinct 3 project.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 21-024-3945 | 9-30-2022 | Extension of Shary Road Project | 853524 | $17,138.33 |
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AI-88073
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Ricoh Copier Lease (model IMC2500) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $142.69 per month.
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Pct. #4:
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AI-88196
Requesting approval of payment of the following invoice:
| P.O. | Vendor / Project | Invoice No. | Invoice Date | Invoice Amount |
| 839117 | Raba Kistner / Flashing Beacon Project | R031582 | 09/23/2022 | $585.48 |
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Executive Office:
1.
AI-88131
Requesting authority to exercise the second extension for a one-year (1) term renewal under the same rates, terms and conditions with Linebarger Goggan Blair and Sampson LLP, as permitted in the current contract for “Legal Services for Delinquent Tax Collection” (C-18-219-11-06). (Audio Reference 15m: 08s)
Valde Guerra requested that no action be taken on agenda item 17.D.1.
No action was taken on agenda item 17.D.1.
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court agenda item - 5. Open Forum. (Audio Reference 15m: 18s)
Valde Guerra requested that no action be taken on agenda item 17.D.1.
No action was taken on agenda item 17.D.1.
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court agenda item - 5. Open Forum. (Audio Reference 15m: 18s)
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AI-88075
Requesting approval of solicitation packet RFB 22-0605-11-23-KMG "Translation & Interpretation Services" [as attached hereto] and authority to advertise and re-advertise, if applicable.
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Facilities Management:
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AI-88108
Requesting approval of Payment Application #2 in the amount of $20,110.08 through PO# 849591 for Johnson Controls for the Justice Center Automation Control Project.
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AI-88042
Requesting approval and authority to advertise the procurement packet as attached hereto for RFB 22-0616 "Janitorial and Industrial Chemicals and Supplies", including the re-advertising if necessary.
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AI-88041
Requesting approval and authority to advertise the procurement packet as attached hereto for RFB 22-0548 "Custodial Services" including the re-advertising if necessary.
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Health & Human Services:
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AI-88115
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art 3, Sec. 52 for the purpose of outreach items including but not limited to: Insulated Tweed Lock Non-Woven Tote (14"x11"x5") for a period of 11/01/2022 to 12/31/2022.
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AI-88082
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3, Sec. 52 for the purpose of outreach items including but not limited to: Jo-Bee Pencil (neon yellow, neon green, neon orange, neon pink, neon blue), MaxGlide Color Write (lime green, orange, pink, purple, sky blue), Learn About Immunization coloring book, 4-pack crayons (blue, green, red, orange), 24 oz. PolySure Measure Bottles (aqua blue) for a period of 11/01/2022 to 12/31/2022.
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Juvenile Probation:
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AI-88154
Requesting authorization to advertise the procurement packet as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County "Social Reintegration Program for Juveniles" under the RFP 22-0545-11-23-OG with the authority to re-advertise, if applicable.
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Purchasing Department:
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AI-88057
Requesting approval of reimbursement to Eduardo Belmarez in the amount of $27.25, for the purchase of five (5) duplicate original vehicle titles [needed for auction] from the Pharr TxDOT office [as no Purchase Orders or Checks are accepted by TxDOT] for check to be issued after all processing procedures are completed.
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Sheriff's Office:
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AI-88034
Requesting approval to proceed with automatic renewals for successive (1) one year term [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".
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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 1st day of November 2022
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Karina Esparza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on November 1, 2022.
Signed this 1st day of November 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Karina Esparza, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 1st day of November 2022
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Karina Esparza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on November 1, 2022.
Signed this 1st day of November 2022
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Karina Esparza, Deputy