SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 15, 2022
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 15th 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 HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING NOVEMBER 15, 2022 10:00 A.M. |
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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:
In accordance with Section 551.127, NOTICE is hereby given that a physical quorum, including the presiding officer/member, will be present at the specified meeting location. Some members of the governing body and/or government officials may participate via videoconference.
Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
1.
Roll Call (Audio Reference 11m:01s)
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present during the roll call.
Judge Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present during the roll call.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 11m:19s)
Veteran Gustavo Barrios led the Court in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Veteran Gustavo Barrios led the Court in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 12m:08s)
Honorable Justice of the 13th Court of Appeals - Place 2, Nora Longoria, offered the prayer.
Honorable Justice of the 13th Court of Appeals - Place 2, Nora Longoria, offered the prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 12m:59s)
The Court proceeded with the discussion and approval of the Consent Agenda.
See the Consent Agenda for the action taken.
After the approval of the Consent Agenda, the Court proceeded to agenda item 21.B. (Audio Reference 13m:38s)
The Court proceeded with the discussion and approval of the Consent Agenda.
See the Consent Agenda for the action taken.
After the approval of the Consent Agenda, the Court proceeded to agenda item 21.B. (Audio Reference 13m:38s)
5.
Approval of Awards/Recognitions:
A.
AI-88339
Proclamation declaring November as National Epilepsy Awareness Month. (Audio Reference 35m:05s)
Lizbeth Gonzalez, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring November as National Epilepsy Awareness Month.
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 agenda item 5.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Two participants came before the Court to express their gratitude for the proclamation.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5.D. (Audio Reference 43m:50s)
Lizbeth Gonzalez, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring November as National Epilepsy Awareness Month.
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 agenda item 5.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Two participants came before the Court to express their gratitude for the proclamation.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5.D. (Audio Reference 43m:50s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-88341
Proclamation declaring November as National Hospice & Palliative Care Month. (Audio Reference 23m:50s)
Lizbeth Gonzalez, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring November as National Hospice & Palliative Care Month.
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 item 5.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
James Castillo M.D. and representatives from DHR Health Hospice, came before the Court to express their gratitude for the proclamation.
Lizbeth Gonzalez, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring November as National Hospice & Palliative Care Month.
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 item 5.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
James Castillo M.D. and representatives from DHR Health Hospice, came before the Court to express their gratitude for the proclamation.
Attachments:
C.
AI-88319
Proclamation declaring November 18 as National Injury Prevention Day. (Audio Reference 31m:53s)
Lizbeth Gonzalez, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring November 18 as National Injury Prevention Day.
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 item 5.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Carlos Palacios M.D., with McAllen Medical, came before the Court to express his gratitude towards the Court for the proclamation.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5.A. (Audio Reference 35m:05s)
Lizbeth Gonzalez, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring November 18 as National Injury Prevention Day.
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 item 5.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Carlos Palacios M.D., with McAllen Medical, came before the Court to express his gratitude towards the Court for the proclamation.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5.A. (Audio Reference 35m:05s)
Attachments:
D.
AI-88288
Proclamation declaring November 16, 2022, as 211 Texas Program Celebration Information & Referral National Day (Audio Reference 43m:50s)
Director of Community Service Agency, Jaime Longoria, read Proclamation declaring November 16, 2022, as 211 Texas Program Celebration Information & Referral National Day.
Mario Reyna, with Prosperity Task Force, came before the Court to express his gratitude for the proclamation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Director of Community Service Agency, Jaime Longoria, read Proclamation declaring November 16, 2022, as 211 Texas Program Celebration Information & Referral National Day.
Mario Reyna, with Prosperity Task Force, came before the Court to express his gratitude for the proclamation.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 52m:47s)
There were two participants for Open Forum.
First Participant, Lupe Chavez, came before the Court to express his concerns on agenda item 21.B, and domestic violence.
Second Participant, Fern McClaugherty, came before the Court to express her concern on the Courts' administration of the taxpayer's monies.
No action was taken on agenda item 6.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 16.A. (Audio Reference 59m:23s)
There were two participants for Open Forum.
First Participant, Lupe Chavez, came before the Court to express his concerns on agenda item 21.B, and domestic violence.
Second Participant, Fern McClaugherty, came before the Court to express her concern on the Courts' administration of the taxpayer's monies.
No action was taken on agenda item 6.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 16.A. (Audio Reference 59m:23s)
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-88344
DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to submit a budget adjustment for the FY 2021 Victim Assistance Program Grant #2924305. (Audio Reference 1h:00m 21s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval to submit a budget adjustment for the FY 2021 Victim Assistance Program Grant #2924305. (Audio Reference 1h:00m 21s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 7.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-88270
DA -Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281):
1. Approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2021 Victim Assistance Program grant in the amount of $1,199,096.82 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of 10-1-2022 through 9-30-2023 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2021 Victim Assistance Program grant in the amount of $1,199,096.82 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:00m 53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.B.1 and 7.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2021 Victim Assistance Program grant in the amount of $1,199,096.82 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of 10-1-2022 through 9-30-2023 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2021 Victim Assistance Program grant in the amount of $1,199,096.82 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:00m 53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.B.1 and 7.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C.
AI-88271
DA-Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281):
1. Approval to accept the Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $69,505.10, effective 09/01/2022 thru 08/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY 2022 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:01m 49s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.C.1 and 7.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to accept the Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant, from the Office of the Governor (OOG), in the amount of $69,505.10, effective 09/01/2022 thru 08/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for FY 2022 Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:01m 49s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.C.1 and 7.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-88272
DA - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (1281):
1. Approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Unit grant in the amount of $82,795.41 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of 10-1-2022 to 9-30-2023 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Unit grant in the amount of $82,795.41 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:02m 35s)
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 items 7.D.1 and 7.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Unit grant in the amount of $82,795.41 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of 10-1-2022 to 9-30-2023 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 Domestic Violence Unit grant in the amount of $82,795.41 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:02m 35s)
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 items 7.D.1 and 7.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-88275
HIDTA Justice (1256):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into HIDTA Justice from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $80,000.00. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 28s)
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 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into HIDTA Justice from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $80,000.00. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 28s)
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 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-88274
HIDTA Treasury (1252):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into HIDTA Treasury from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $50,000.00. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 52s)
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 8.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into HIDTA Treasury from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $50,000.00. (Audio Reference 1h:03m 52s)
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 8.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-88243
HIDTA Organized Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) (1291):
1. Approval of FY 2023 Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office/Houston Division office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF grant award in the amount of $10,800.00 and appropriation of same (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1279H). (Audio Reference 1h:04m 10s)
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 items 8.C.1 and 8.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of FY 2023 Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office/Houston Division office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF grant award in the amount of $10,800.00 and appropriation of same (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1279H). (Audio Reference 1h:04m 10s)
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 items 8.C.1 and 8.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-88329
Sheriff's Office LInX GC MOU:
Authorization and approval for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to sign required documents on LInX GC MOU with U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (Audio Reference 1h:04m 58s)
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 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Authorization and approval for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to sign required documents on LInX GC MOU with U.S. Naval Criminal Investigative Service (Audio Reference 1h:04m 58s)
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 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-88269
Sheriff's Department - Secret Service (1284):
1. Approval to accept overtime agreement funding from the U.S. Department of Secret Service FY 2023 (11/15/2022 to 9/30/2023) in the amount of $15,000.00 per officer.
2.Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign MOU and all related Documents.
3. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for FY 2023 Secret Service overtime agreement in the amount of $15,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:05m 31s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 9.B.1 through 9.B.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval to accept overtime agreement funding from the U.S. Department of Secret Service FY 2023 (11/15/2022 to 9/30/2023) in the amount of $15,000.00 per officer.
2.Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign MOU and all related Documents.
3. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for FY 2023 Secret Service overtime agreement in the amount of $15,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:05m 31s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 9.B.1 through 9.B.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-88282
Sheriff's Office - FY21 General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA) (F1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA). Grant No. 4218502, in the amount of $54,525.08 effective on 10/01/2022 - 09/30/2023 (Audio Reference 1h:06m 30s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.C.1
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically sign grant award form and related documents.
3. Approval of the Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA) and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 9.C.2 and 9.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to accept General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA). Grant No. 4218502, in the amount of $54,525.08 effective on 10/01/2022 - 09/30/2023 (Audio Reference 1h:06m 30s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.C.1
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically sign grant award form and related documents.
3. Approval of the Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the General Victim Assistance Grant (VOCA) and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 9.C.2 and 9.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-88225
Sheriff - JLEO DEA OCDETF (1284):
1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement for FY 2023 (10-1-2022 to 9-30-2023) between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D81/Heavy Trucking.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the OCDETF FY 2023 grant agreement award in the amount of $10,800.00 (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1279H) and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 27s)
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 items 9.D.1 and 9.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement for FY 2023 (10-1-2022 to 9-30-2023) between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D81/Heavy Trucking.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the OCDETF FY 2023 grant agreement award in the amount of $10,800.00 (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1279H) and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:07m 27s)
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 items 9.D.1 and 9.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-88228
State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) Grant (1284):
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2020 SCAAP grant in the amount of $749,630.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:08m 19s)
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 9.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2020 SCAAP grant in the amount of $749,630.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 1h:08m 19s)
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 9.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-88389
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code section 157.903, requesting approval of indemnification in the amount of $47.94 due to a clerical error involving inmate funds. (Audio Reference 1h:08m 45s)
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 9.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 9.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Constable Pct. #3:
A.
AI-88245
Approval of Addendum and Supplemental documents to the State Plan of Operation for changes in the Texas LESO Program with authority for County Judge Richard Cortez and Constable Lazaro "Larry" Gallardo, Jr. to sign documents. (Audio Reference 1h:09m 06s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 10.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
11.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-88402
Approval of Addendum and Supplemental documents to the State Plan of Operation for changes in the Texas LESO Program with authority for County Judge Richard Cortez and Constable Atanacio Gaitan to sign documents. (Audio Reference 1h:09m 43s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the following, if applicable, for personnel items listed:
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27 (Audio Reference 1h:10m 13s)
As per the Director of Human Resources, Erika Reyna, no action was need on agenda items 12.A.1, nor on 12.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 1h:10m 13s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.3 ONLY
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27 (Audio Reference 1h:10m 13s)
As per the Director of Human Resources, Erika Reyna, no action was need on agenda items 12.A.1, nor on 12.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 1h:10m 13s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.A.3 ONLY
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-88097
Approval of the appointment of interns from the Rio Grande Valley College to participate in the WIC Health Clinics from 11/21/2022 through 01/03/2023. (Audio Reference 1h:10m 34s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-88242
Approval to waive the 2023 contribution/donation of sick leave hours to the Sick Leave Pool for currently enrolled participants due to current level of Sick Leave Pool hours. Employees not currently enrolled and who wish to enroll must contribute sick leave hours as per the Sick Leave Policy. (Audio Reference 1h:10m 52s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-88295
Indigent Defense (1100):
1. Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 11/21/2022 and for calendar year 2023:
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee no. 220051 to Eligibility Specialist I (slot no. 070-001-0012).
3. Approval to revise the Classified Position Inventory List to add the new position: Eligibility Specialist I (Grade 06). (Audio Reference 1h:11m 26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 12.D.1, 12.D.2, and 12.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 11/21/2022 and for calendar year 2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Current Slot # | Current Position Title | New Slot # | Proposed Position Title | Grade |
| Change from Temporary Full-time to Regular Full-Time | 070-001 | T010 & T011 | Eligibility Specialist | 0012 & 0013 | Eligibility Specialist I | 06 |
3. Approval to revise the Classified Position Inventory List to add the new position: Eligibility Specialist I (Grade 06). (Audio Reference 1h:11m 26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 12.D.1, 12.D.2, and 12.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-88337
CJD-VAP (1281):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
(Audio Reference 1h:12m 31s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 080-017 | 0012 | Advocate (DA) | 08 |
| Create | 080-017 | 0013 | Legal Assistant I | 06 |
(Audio Reference 1h:12m 31s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
AI-88363
Pct 4 CRC-Endowment (1100) / Pct 4 Drain Imprv.Prj. (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023 not to exceed 11/15/2023:
(Audio Reference 1h:13m 05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023 not to exceed 11/15/2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade | Allowance Amount |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 124-186 | 0005 | Coordinator II, Special Projects | 11 | $8,000.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 124-036 | 0020 | Supervisor III, Construction | 13 | $5,000.00 |
(Audio Reference 1h:13m 05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-88342
Public Defender TIDC MHDI (1282):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
(Audio Reference 1h:13m 44s)
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 12.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 4 | 085-005 | 0001 | Public Defender III | 17 |
(Audio Reference 1h:13m 44s)
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 12.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI-88343
Crim DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
(Audio Reference 1h:14m 18s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.H.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 4 | 080-002 | 0196 | Assistant District Attorney III | 17 |
(Audio Reference 1h:14m 18s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.H.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
AI-88301
Hurricane Preparedness (1100):
Approval to extend the following temporary full-time positions beginning 12/01/2022 through 12/31/2022:
(Audio Reference 1h:14m 51s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.I.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval to extend the following temporary full-time positions beginning 12/01/2022 through 12/31/2022:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Extend temporary full-time position | 115-094 | T001 | Truck Driver I | 04 |
| Extend temporary full-time positions | 115-094 | T006 - T008 | Maintenance I | 03 |
(Audio Reference 1h:14m 51s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.I.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-88355
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase park equipment from Library Interiors of Texas, LLC for the City of Mercedes Other Public Services (Library) Improvements Project in the amount of $10,048.27 UCP Fiscal Years 34 (2021) City of Mercedes Other Public Services (Library) Improvements funds will be utilized. (Audio Reference 1h:15m 26s)
Commissioner Torres stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Torres stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-88358
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from DACO Fire Equipment, Inc. for the City of Mercedes Fire Department in the amount of $20,023.00 UCP Fiscal Year 35 (2022) and City of Mercedes Fire Station Equipment funds will be utilized. (Audio Reference 1h:16m 02s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-88361
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase park equipment from Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. for the City of Mercedes Park, Recreational Facilities Improvements Project in the amount of $33,600.95 UCP Fiscal Years 34 (2021) City of Mercedes Park, Recreational Facilities Improvements funds will be utilized. (Audio Reference 1h:16m 30s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-88367
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Furniture (Library) from BRODART CO. for the City of Granjeno’s Public facility in the amount of $20,465.06. UCP Fiscal Year 32 (2019) City of Granjeno Public Services. (Audio Reference 1h:17m 03s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.D.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.D.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-88324
"Subject to compliance with HB 1295, when and if applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with A-One Insulation for the demolition and reconstruction of the following:
(3) Units in the Countywide area and (1) unit in the City of Weslaco in the total contract amount of $497,000.00 to A-One Insulation. (Audio Reference 1h:17m 36s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.E.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
(3) Units in the Countywide area and (1) unit in the City of Weslaco in the total contract amount of $497,000.00 to A-One Insulation. (Audio Reference 1h:17m 36s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.E.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-88279
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $10,000.00 and appropriation of the same. The additional amount is for program income earned by the Immunization program to date above what has been projected. (Audio Reference 1h:18m 08s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
Indigent Health Care Program:
1.
AI-88248
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for additional Comprehensive Hospital Increased Reimbursement Program (CHIRP) Payment Year 2 IGT in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 11-17-2022 and a settlement date of 11-18-2022. (Audio Reference 1h:18m 08s)
Commissioner Torres rejoined the meeting.
Director of the Health and Human Services Department, Eduardo Olivarez, stated the amount to be $34,569,643.93, and further stated that there were adequate appropriations within the LPPF Funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.1.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 35s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Torres rejoined the meeting.
Director of the Health and Human Services Department, Eduardo Olivarez, stated the amount to be $34,569,643.93, and further stated that there were adequate appropriations within the LPPF Funds.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.1.A
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 35s)
Mr. Olivarez stated the amount to be $34,569,643.93.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 52s)
Mr. Olivarez stated the amount to be $34,569,643.93.On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 1h:19m 52s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Fire Marshal's Office:
A.
AI-88233
Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code §157.903, requesting approval of indemnification in the amount of $200.00 for a shortage of (148.05 on March 25, 2022) unaccounted fees for receipt 27930. (Audio Reference 1h:20m 12s)
Fire Marshal, Homer Garza, requested that the amount of $200.00 be voided, and requested approval for the amount of $148.05.
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, clarified that the fees that were assessed for the permit were incorrect. Mr. Guerra continued to state that there were numerous attempts by the fire marshal's office to contact the individual in question to rectify the situation, however, to no avail. Therefore, the request for the amount of $148.05 of uncounted fees was recommended.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval as recommended.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.A, as recommended.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.1.a (Audio Reference 1h:21m 39s)
Fire Marshal, Homer Garza, requested that the amount of $200.00 be voided, and requested approval for the amount of $148.05.
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, clarified that the fees that were assessed for the permit were incorrect. Mr. Guerra continued to state that there were numerous attempts by the fire marshal's office to contact the individual in question to rectify the situation, however, to no avail. Therefore, the request for the amount of $148.05 of uncounted fees was recommended.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval as recommended.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.A, as recommended.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 17.A.1.a (Audio Reference 1h:21m 39s)
Attachments:
16.
Community Service Agency:
A.
AI-88289
Requesting approval to accept the donation of $1,000 from South Texas Region Prominence Health Plan to sponsor the AmeriCorps Senior Program for the best booth at the under Big Top Healthy Aging Senior Seminar. (Audio Reference 59m:23s)
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 7.A. (Audio Reference 1h:00m 21s)
Commissioner Cantu stepped away from the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 7.A. (Audio Reference 1h:00m 21s)
Attachments:
17.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-88372
1. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. San Martin No. 8 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (GDSS, LLC.) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & Victoria Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:6
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 have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 9 ½ North Road and 3 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $73,500.00 for (49) OSSF’S (Audio Reference 1h:21m 44s)
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.A.1.a
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
b. La Pamorana Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Alfredo Aaron Cantu) (Rogers Road & Hoehn Drive)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Rogers Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Rogers Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S (Audio Reference 1h:23m 25s)
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 item 17.A.1.b.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
3. Final Approval
a. Las Comadres No. 9 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal Jr.) (Iowa Road & Mile 3 Road)
No. of Lots: 68 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:15
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system discharging into an existing HCDD#1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Peñitas.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Iowa Road, El Gorrito Road and 2 internal streets have been paved.
b. Buena Suerte One Subdivision- Pct. 3 (CL3 Properties, LLC.) (Mile 6 Road & Western Road)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer discharging onto HCDD#1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 Road and 2 internal streets have been paved.
c. La Marquesa Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Los Vecindades RGV GP., LLC.) (Owassa Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 29 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Owassa Road and 2 internal streets have been paved.
d. San Pedro Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Heriberto Garcia) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 6 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 16 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 6 ½ West Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ West Road and Mile 6 ½ North Road are paved.
e. Re-Plat of Lot 2 Los Caminos Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Gomer L. Sanchez) (Trenton Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Trenton Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved.
f. Cadena Estates Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Juan E. Cadena) (Brushline Road & 3 Mile Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Brushline Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Brushline Road is paved.
g. Ranchito Cortina Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose & Alejandra Cortina) (Mile 7 West Road & Mile 21 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 7 West Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 West Road is paved. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 57s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by (INAUDIBLE), the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.A.3.a through g.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
a. San Martin No. 8 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (GDSS, LLC.) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & Victoria Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:6
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 have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 9 ½ North Road and 3 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $73,500.00 for (49) OSSF’S (Audio Reference 1h:21m 44s)
Commissioner Cantu rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.A.1.a
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
b. La Pamorana Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Alfredo Aaron Cantu) (Rogers Road & Hoehn Drive)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Rogers Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Rogers Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S (Audio Reference 1h:23m 25s)
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 item 17.A.1.b.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
3. Final Approval
a. Las Comadres No. 9 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos G. Leal Jr.) (Iowa Road & Mile 3 Road)
No. of Lots: 68 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:15
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system discharging into an existing HCDD#1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Peñitas.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Iowa Road, El Gorrito Road and 2 internal streets have been paved.
b. Buena Suerte One Subdivision- Pct. 3 (CL3 Properties, LLC.) (Mile 6 Road & Western Road)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer discharging onto HCDD#1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 Road and 2 internal streets have been paved.
c. La Marquesa Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Los Vecindades RGV GP., LLC.) (Owassa Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 29 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Owassa Road and 2 internal streets have been paved.
d. San Pedro Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Heriberto Garcia) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 6 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 16 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 6 ½ West Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ West Road and Mile 6 ½ North Road are paved.
e. Re-Plat of Lot 2 Los Caminos Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Gomer L. Sanchez) (Trenton Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation within the proposed lots and surface runoff will drain into Trenton Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved.
f. Cadena Estates Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Juan E. Cadena) (Brushline Road & 3 Mile Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Brushline Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Brushline Road is paved.
g. Ranchito Cortina Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jose & Alejandra Cortina) (Mile 7 West Road & Mile 21 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 7 West Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 7 West Road is paved. (Audio Reference 1h:23m 57s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by (INAUDIBLE), the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 17.A.3.a through g.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-88123
Requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel No.15 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (RCSJ# 0921-02-355) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form. (Audio Reference 1h:24m 38s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
19.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-88316
Requesting approval to accept counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 16 associated with the Pct 2 Nolana Loop Road Project from FM 1426 (Raul Longoria) to FM 907 (Alamo Rd) (ROW CSJ:0921-02-421 with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form. (Audio Reference 1h:25m 03s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 19.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 19.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-88314
Requesting approval to accept a revised counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 11 associated with the Pct 2 Nolana Loop Road Project from FM1426 (Raul Longoria) to FM 907 (Alamo Rd) (ROW CSJ:0921-02-421), with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form. (Audio Reference 1h:25m 28s)
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 item 19.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
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 item 19.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
20.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
A.
AI-88244
Consideration and approval of 45- Day Advance Landowner Notification letter of Maintenance, and authorize the County Judge to sign any and all documents associated with the notification letter. (Audio Reference 1h:25m 47s)
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 20.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 20.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
21.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-88374
1. Requesting approval to submit an application for the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities ("BRIC") 2022 Grant Program and approval for Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez to execute application and any subsequent forms, including but not limited to SF-424. (Audio Reference 1h:26m 11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.A.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Hidalgo County, Texas, to submit a request for Non-Financial Direct Technical Assistance for the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities ("BRIC") Program and authorization for Commissioner Ellie Torres to execute and submit same. (Audio Reference 1h:26m 38s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.A.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 21.C (Audio Reference 1h:27m 12s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.A.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding Hidalgo County, Texas, to submit a request for Non-Financial Direct Technical Assistance for the FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities ("BRIC") Program and authorization for Commissioner Ellie Torres to execute and submit same. (Audio Reference 1h:26m 38s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.A.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 21.C (Audio Reference 1h:27m 12s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-88262
Requesting Approval of Resolution and Order to rename a county owned park known as Memorial Park, aka Sunflower Park, located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4 to Alfonso Flores All Star Park (Audio Reference 13m:38s)
Chief Administrator for External Affairs for Pct. No.4, Velinda Reyes, read the resolution and order to rename a county owned park known as Memorial Park, aka Sunflower Park, located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4 to Alfonso Flores All Star Park.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Lilian Flores, Sister of Alfonso Flores, expressed her gratitude towards the Court for the recognition.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5.B. (Audio Reference 23m:50s)
Chief Administrator for External Affairs for Pct. No.4, Velinda Reyes, read the resolution and order to rename a county owned park known as Memorial Park, aka Sunflower Park, located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4 to Alfonso Flores All Star Park.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Lilian Flores, Sister of Alfonso Flores, expressed her gratitude towards the Court for the recognition.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 5.B. (Audio Reference 23m:50s)
Attachments:
C.
AI-88136
Precinct 4 is requesting approval to accept counter offer to purchase a tract of land know as Parcel No. 3 associated with the Russell Road Improvement Project (Rooth Rd to Mon Mack Rd) with authority for County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form. (Audio Reference 1h:27m 12s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-88081
Requesting approval to name a county road running along and between Lot 15 Block 12 & Lot 2 Block 27 thru Lot 16 Block 13 & Lot 1 Block 26 within the Missouri-Texas Land & Irrigation Subdivision as Hargill Lake Road. (Audio Reference 1h:27m 33s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 21.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
22.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-88106
Discussion, consideration and action on Amendment to Lease Agreement between Hidalgo County and CSCD Adult Probation for the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility (SATF) Building (Contract #C-13-314-09-11) for years 2019-2023 (Audio Reference 1h:27m 54s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-88382
A. Discussion, consideration, and approval to amend the expenditure category for ARPA-21-110-022, RGV Food Bank Contribution. (Audio Reference 1h:28m 30s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.1.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval to amend the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Food Bank of the RGV, previously approved on 11/30/2021 Commissioner's Court AI-83519, with the authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Agreement. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 06s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.1.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval to amend the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Food Bank of the RGV, previously approved on 11/30/2021 Commissioner's Court AI-83519, with the authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Agreement. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 06s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
2.
AI-88330
Discussion, consideration, and approval to amend the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and South Texas College approved on 09/06/2022 Commissioner's Court AI-87301 with the authority for the County Judge, as the authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement. (Audio Reference 1h:29m 36s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-88146
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for a Tow Vehicle (ARPA-22-110-125). This vehicle will safely and efficiently transport cargo and equipment trailers with equipment, supplies and resources to clinics. (Audio Reference 1h:30m 12s)
Public Participant, Fern McClaugherty, came before the Court to express her concern with the price of the selected color for tow vehicle; In which Budget Officer, Vidal Roman, ensured Ms. McClaugherty that he would verify with the department if the color could be modified to lessen the cost.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 22.B.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Public Participant, Fern McClaugherty, came before the Court to express her concern with the price of the selected color for tow vehicle; In which Budget Officer, Vidal Roman, ensured Ms. McClaugherty that he would verify with the department if the color could be modified to lessen the cost.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 22.B.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.B.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
23.
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(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 CONTRACT(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-88417
A. Requesting approval of the following Change Order in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County Courthouse from the contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc.;
B. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or Valde Guerra, Executive Officer to sign required documents.
(Audio Reference 1h:32m 12s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.A.1.A and 23.A.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
| Description | Total Amount |
| Change Order MTI - 86 Installation of fire smoke dampers |
(not to exceed) $105,997.00 |
(Audio Reference 1h:32m 12s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.A.1.A and 23.A.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-88246
A. 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 & Sampson LLP, as permitted in the current contract for "Legal Services for Delinquent Tax Collection" (C-18-219-11-06). (Audio Reference 1h:32m 53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.A.2.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Possible action to approve a Resolution regarding approval for one-year (1) term renewal under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP pursuant to Tex. Govt Code § 225.4.1036(b) and Notice Provided to the Public for the legal services necessary to collect delinquent property taxes. (Audio Reference 1h:33m 17s)
Purchasing Agent, Eduardo Belmarez, stated a correction to the caption on agenda item 23.A.2.B; In which the caption should read "Possible action to approve an Order", and not a Resolution.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 23.A.2.B with the stated correction.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.A.2.B, with the stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.A.2.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Possible action to approve a Resolution regarding approval for one-year (1) term renewal under the same rates, terms, and conditions with Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP pursuant to Tex. Govt Code § 225.4.1036(b) and Notice Provided to the Public for the legal services necessary to collect delinquent property taxes. (Audio Reference 1h:33m 17s)
Purchasing Agent, Eduardo Belmarez, stated a correction to the caption on agenda item 23.A.2.B; In which the caption should read "Possible action to approve an Order", and not a Resolution.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 23.A.2.B with the stated correction.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.A.2.B, with the stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-88364
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 to C-21-0819-11-16, between Hidalgo County and B2Z Engineering, LLC. to extend the contract termination date for an additional one year; to provide professional construction management services required for the Pre-Design Phase of the Hidalgo County Phase II Project - Courthouse Demolition and Other Services. (Audio Reference 1h:33m 43s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.A.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.A.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
4.
AI-88297
A. Requesting authority and approval to advertise the procurement packet as attached hereto for Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance including the re-advertising if necessary.
B. Requesting action to appoint an Evaluation Committee to grade the proposals received for Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance;
1. Commissioner Fuentes appointed Chief of Staff - David Suarez
2. Commissioner Cantu appointed Chief of Staff - Armando Garza
3. Commissioner Villarreal appointed Chief of Staff - Jorge Arcaute
4. Commissioner Torres appointed Chief of Staff - Dr. Jennifer Culbertson
5. Judge Cortez appointed Chief of Staff - Isaac Sulemana
(Audio Reference 1h:34m 11s)
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda items 23.A.4.A and 23.A.4.B as appointed.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.A.4.A and 23.A.4.B, as presented.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting action to appoint an Evaluation Committee to grade the proposals received for Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance;
1. Commissioner Fuentes appointed Chief of Staff - David Suarez
2. Commissioner Cantu appointed Chief of Staff - Armando Garza
3. Commissioner Villarreal appointed Chief of Staff - Jorge Arcaute
4. Commissioner Torres appointed Chief of Staff - Dr. Jennifer Culbertson
5. Judge Cortez appointed Chief of Staff - Isaac Sulemana
(Audio Reference 1h:34m 11s)
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda items 23.A.4.A and 23.A.4.B as appointed.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.A.4.A and 23.A.4.B, as presented.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
County Judge's Office
1.
AI-88276
a. Presentation of evaluation and scoring grid for the sole response received in connection with the Request for Qualifications for County Wide "Broadband Access Study and Expansion Plan Consulting Services" (RFQ 22-0497-10-12-ABV).
b. Requesting authority for Purchasing Department to proceed and commence negotiations with Cobb Fendley and Associates, Inc. for "Broadband Access Study and Expansion Plan Consulting Services". (Audio Reference 1h:34m 47s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.B.1.a and 23.B.1.b.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
| Respondent | Cobb Fendley and Associates, Inc. |
| Evaluator No.1 | 4.8 |
| Evaluator No.2 | 4.6 |
| Evaluator No.3 | 4.6 |
| Total Points | 14 |
| Average | 4.7 |
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.B.1.a and 23.B.1.b.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-88380
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(7)(A), items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or monopolies;
B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for AlleyTheatre's production titled "Oskar's Not So Simple Comeback" and acceptance of the contract with AlleyTheatre in the total amount of $10,999.99 for the presentation of the production for support to children from participating Independent School Districts who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Subject to Legal Review. (Audio Reference 1h:35m 31s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.B.2.A and 23.B.2.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for AlleyTheatre's production titled "Oskar's Not So Simple Comeback" and acceptance of the contract with AlleyTheatre in the total amount of $10,999.99 for the presentation of the production for support to children from participating Independent School Districts who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Subject to Legal Review. (Audio Reference 1h:35m 31s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.B.2.A and 23.B.2.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-88384
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $19,500.00, as submitted by Javier Hinojosa Engineering through On-Call (21-0862-11-16) to provide engineering services required for the necessary site improvements for the Sunrise Hill Park located in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed. (Audio Reference 1h:36m 14s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-88393
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 with an estimated cost of $584,999.66, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC through the Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-21-0905-02-08) to provide Engineering Services required for Plans Specifications & Estimate (PS&E), Surveying, and Geotechnical in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed. (Audio Reference 1h:36m 39s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-88381
A. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Weslaco for road improvement of Mile 10 N (Mile 6 W to FM1015) Phase II. (Audio Reference 1h:37m 12s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.3.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.3.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road improvement project to Mile 10 N (Mile 6 W to FM1015). (Audio Reference 1h:37m 32s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.3.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
4.
AI-88351
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 27 in the amount of $180,821.83 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. (Audio Reference 1h:37m 48s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
5.
AI-88357
Requesting approval of Change Order No.7 [as detailed in this document hereto] for Texas Cordia Construction, LLC [C-19-274-04-07] as recommended by the project engineer, SAMES, Inc in connection with the Mile 6 W Road Project. (Audio Reference 1h:38m 11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.5.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.C.5.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-88392
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(10) any work performed under a contract for community and economic development made by a county under Section 381.004 (Community and Economic Development Programs).
B. Authority to approve the 2022 Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and the Boys and Girls Club of Pharr to administer the Hidalgo County Arts Program. (Audio Reference 1h:38m 33s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.D.1.A and 23.D.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.D.1.A and 23.D.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-88391
Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $1,149,959.60) as submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC. (C-21-0944-02-08) to provide Surveying, Geotechnical, Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) for the Pct 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project. (Audio Reference 1h:39m 04s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.D.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-88328
A. Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Surveying Services agreement with SAMES Inc. C-22-0586-11-15 in connection with the Various Parks improvements project.
B. Pursuant to CC Approval of Professional Surveying Services Agreement with SAMES, Inc. requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount $18,640.00 for the Various Parks Improvements Project. (Audio Reference 1h:39m 29s)
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 items 23.E.1.A and 23.E.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Pursuant to CC Approval of Professional Surveying Services Agreement with SAMES, Inc. requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount $18,640.00 for the Various Parks Improvements Project. (Audio Reference 1h:39m 29s)
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 items 23.E.1.A and 23.E.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-88265
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1, in the amount of $9,489.20, as submitted by project engineer, Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. (MEG), to provide geotechnical engineering services through Precinct 3 On-Call Contract #C-22-0603-10-04 for the "Schuerbach Health Clinic Forensic Investigation". (Audio Reference 1h:39m 58s)
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
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 23.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Commissioner Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
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 23.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3.
AI-88280
Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application as required by vendor, Galls for the purpose of setting up an account to procure uniforms and medicals supplies, with authority for County Judge, or Executive Officer to sign credit application. (Audio Reference 1h:40m 23s)
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 23.E.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 23.E.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-88416
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 as recommended by project architect to increase for an additional (45-days) in connection to Agreement #C-21-228-02-11 with RG Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors for ongoing project: "Construction of All-Star Park" in Precinct 4, subject to compliance with Form 1295. (Audio Reference 1h:40m 47s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-88310
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:41m 13s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.2.A
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms grade through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services for Pct. 4" MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Street Light Program:
(Audio Reference 1h:41m 29s)
Mr. Belmarez stated a correction to the caption for agenda item 23.F.2.B; In which the caption should read "MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Streetlight Project", and not Program.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 23.F.2.B with the stated correction.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.2.B, with stated correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering service agreement commencing with the number one firm of RO Engineering, PLLC for Pct.4 "MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Street Light Program" (Audio Reference 1h:42m 10s)
(Mr. Belmarez stated a correction to the caption for agenda item 23.F.2.B; In which the caption should read "MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Streetlight Project", and not Program)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.2.A
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms grade through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services for Pct. 4" MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Street Light Program:
| RO Engineering,PLLC | KCI Technologies, INC | Lazcamrea, LLC dba Fulcrum Consulting Services | |
| Evaluator No1. | 95 | 93 | 91 |
| Evaluator No.2 | 96 | 94 | 90 |
| Evaluator No.3 | 99 | 97 | 92 |
| Total | 290 | 284 | 273 |
| Ranking |
(Audio Reference 1h:41m 29s)
Mr. Belmarez stated a correction to the caption for agenda item 23.F.2.B; In which the caption should read "MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Streetlight Project", and not Program.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 23.F.2.B with the stated correction.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.2.B, with stated correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering service agreement commencing with the number one firm of RO Engineering, PLLC for Pct.4 "MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Street Light Program" (Audio Reference 1h:42m 10s)
(Mr. Belmarez stated a correction to the caption for agenda item 23.F.2.B; In which the caption should read "MGM Ranches Phase 1 & 3 Streetlight Project", and not Program)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-88323
A. Requesting approval of Professional Construction Material Testing Services final negotiated agreement(C-22-0608-11-15) with Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. for Construction Material Testing for Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Encore Ranches Stormwater Project; Subject to the submission of appropriate documents.
B. Pursuant to CC Approval of Professional Construction Material Testing Services Agreement with Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $10,989.00 to provide Construction Material Testing for Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Encore Ranches Stormwater Project. (Audio Reference 1h:42m 28s)
Commissioner Fuentes rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.F.3.A and 23.F.3.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Pursuant to CC Approval of Professional Construction Material Testing Services Agreement with Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $10,989.00 to provide Construction Material Testing for Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Encore Ranches Stormwater Project. (Audio Reference 1h:42m 28s)
Commissioner Fuentes rejoined the meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.F.3.A and 23.F.3.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
4.
AI-88365
Requesting approval of the following Change Order No.2 [as detailed in this document hereto] for the 5125 Company [ C-22-0272-07-12] as recommended by the project engineer, Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 (Audio Reference 1h:43m 08s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
5.
AI-88302
Requesting approval of Change Order No.2 [as detailed in this document hereto] for The Levy Company, LLC [C-21-0686-10-19] as recommended by project manager, GDJ Engineering, LLC, in connection with the Flashing Beacons Project. (Audio Reference 1h:43m 27s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.5.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.5.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
6.
AI-88304
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 3 [as detailed in this document hereto] for The Levy Company, LLC [C-21-0686-10-19] as recommended by the project manager, GDJ Engineering, LLC, in connection with the Flashing Beacons Project. (Audio Reference 1h:43m 49s)
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 23.F.6.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 23.F.6.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
7.
AI-87663
Requesting approval to purchase four (4) 2024 Freightliner chassis and four (4) dump truck bodies through HC's membership/participation with BuyBoard cooperative contract #601-19, awarded vendor Doggett Freightliner of South Texas, LLC in the total amount of $573,482.28, with authority for County Judge to sign any & all required documentation. (Audio Reference 1h:44m 11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.7.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.F.7.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-88290
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice for professional engineering and surveying services as submitted by SAMES Engineering and Surveying, Inc. for the Bio-Safety Laboratory Facility:
(Audio Reference 1h:44m 40s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.G.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
| Work Authorization | Invoice # | Amount |
| Work Authorization #2 | 5 | $322.72 |
(Audio Reference 1h:44m 40s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.G.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
H.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-88349
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $1,435.00, as submitted by SAMES, Inc., through the On-Call Professional Surveying Services Agreement (C-21-0514-12-28) to provide Surveying Services for the Elections/ County Clerks Departments Sewer Project located in Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed. (Audio Reference 1h:45m 03s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.H.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.H.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
I.
Elections Department
1.
AI-88113
Requesting approval to renew the Elections Department annual software licenses and support with Hart Intercivic, Inc. through sole source declaration dated 11/21/2017, AI-62615 in the amount of $291,339.00 for the year of 2023. (Audio Reference 1h:45m 30s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.I.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.I.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
J.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-88379
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $205,000.00, as submitted by Halff Associates, Inc., through Precinct 4 On-Call Engineering Services Agreement (C-21-0522-12-28) to provide Engineering Services for the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility Project; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed. (Audio Reference 1h:45m 55s)
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 23.J.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 23.J.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
2.
AI-88084
A. Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 855566 dated 10/27/2022.
B. Requesting approval for the purchase of the Wireless Surveillance System purchased through Hidalgo County’s membership with GSA Purchasing Cooperative Contract No. GS-07F-031DA awarded vendor Wireless CCTV, LLC in the amount of $110,290.18. (Audio Reference 1h:46m 19s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.J.2.A and 23.J.2.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Requesting approval for the purchase of the Wireless Surveillance System purchased through Hidalgo County’s membership with GSA Purchasing Cooperative Contract No. GS-07F-031DA awarded vendor Wireless CCTV, LLC in the amount of $110,290.18. (Audio Reference 1h:46m 19s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.J.2.A and 23.J.2.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-87922
Requesting approval to purchase a 34 Yard Capacity Trash Compactor through Hidalgo County's membership with OMNIA Partners Cooperative, contract no. 192163, awarded vendor W. W. Grainger, Inc., in the amount of $62,085.10. (Audio Reference 1h:46m 49s)
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 23.J.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 23.J.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
K.
Juvenile Probation
1.
AI-88327
A. Presentation for discussion and consideration of Waiver of County Insurance Limits;
B. Requesting approval to accept the insurance limits as offered to Dr. Etienne for physicians services provided to juveniles at the Juvenile Justice Center Detention Facility [C-20-395-12-17]. (Audio Reference 1h:47m 11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.K.1.A and 23.K.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to accept the insurance limits as offered to Dr. Etienne for physicians services provided to juveniles at the Juvenile Justice Center Detention Facility [C-20-395-12-17]. (Audio Reference 1h:47m 11s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 23.K.1.A and 23.K.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
L.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-88305
Pursuant to the termination clause in each agreement, requesting authority to terminate county-wide fire alarm & security monitoring agreements, [as attached hereto] to begin the implementation of the uniform countywide contract C-22-0402-09-20 with Triple R Fire & Safety, LLC for the aforementioned services, previously approved 09/20/2022/AI-87378. (Audio Reference 1h:47m 53s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.L.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 26 - Closed Session. (Audio Reference 1h:48m 25s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.L.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 26 - Closed Session. (Audio Reference 1h:48m 25s)
Attachments:
24.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion of the following:
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting (Audio Reference 1h:50m 36s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 24.A.1 through 24.A.3.
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting (Audio Reference 1h:50m 36s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 24.A.1 through 24.A.3.
B.
AI-88373
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding action taken by Hidalgo County Head Start Policy Council at a Special Meeting held on November 1, 2022 regarding the appointment of Head Start Executive Director (Audio Reference 1h:50m 54s)
Valde Guerra requested a motion to acknowledge receipt of the action taken by the Head Start Policy Council at a Special Meeting held on November 1, 2022, regarding the appointment of Head Start Executive Director.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval as requested.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 24.B, as requested.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested a motion to acknowledge receipt of the action taken by the Head Start Policy Council at a Special Meeting held on November 1, 2022, regarding the appointment of Head Start Executive Director.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval as requested.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 24.B, as requested.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
C.
AI-88321
Discussion, consideration and action on Second Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the County of Hidalgo and Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (LRGVDC) by and through Valley Metro for bus shuttle services (Audio Reference 1h:51m 19s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 24.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 24.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-88299
Approval to accept settlement check from State Farm Insurance Company in the amount of $282.55 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office) (Audio Reference 1h:51m 37s)
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 24.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
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 24.D.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
25.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds (Audio Reference 1h:51m 49s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 25.A.1.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety (Audio Reference 1h:52m 04s)
No action was to be taken on agenda item 25.B.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:52m 13s)
Valde Guerra stated that the County will continue to collaborate with the Health Department, Human Resources Department, and Facilities Management Department, to ensure the safety of the constituents and employees conducting business at county facilities, and encouraged the constituents and employees of Hidalgo County to continue to exercise caution in an effort to stop the spread of flu, COVID-19, and the variants.
No action was taken on agenda item 25.C.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 31 - Adjournment (Audio Reference 1h:52m 41s)
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds (Audio Reference 1h:51m 49s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on agenda item 25.A.1.
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety (Audio Reference 1h:52m 04s)
No action was to be taken on agenda item 25.B.
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions (Audio Reference 1h:52m 13s)
Valde Guerra stated that the County will continue to collaborate with the Health Department, Human Resources Department, and Facilities Management Department, to ensure the safety of the constituents and employees conducting business at county facilities, and encouraged the constituents and employees of Hidalgo County to continue to exercise caution in an effort to stop the spread of flu, COVID-19, and the variants.
No action was taken on agenda item 25.C.
The Court proceeded to agenda item 31 - Adjournment (Audio Reference 1h:52m 41s)
26.
Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 1h:48m 25s)
The Court proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 11:38 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into closed session.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following: (Audio Reference 1h:48m 25s)
The Court proceeded into closed session with a vote of approval at 11:38 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into closed session.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
Reference agenda item 28.A.
Reference agenda item 28.A.
B.
Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code.
Reference agenda item 28.B.
Reference agenda item 28.B.
C.
Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
Reference agenda item 28.C.
Reference agenda item 28.C.
D.
AI-88335
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Square.
Reference agenda item 28.D.
Reference agenda item 28.D.
E.
AI-88306
Cause #C-2763-19-F; Maria Taylor v. Hidalgo County
Reference agenda item 28.E.
Reference agenda item 28.E.
F.
AI-88283
Claim of Silvia Castillo
Reference agenda item 28.F.
Reference agenda item 28.F.
G.
AI-88285
Claim of Enrique Medrano, Jr.
Reference agenda item 28.G.
Reference agenda item 28.G.
27.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 1h:50m 30s)
No action was taken on agenda items 27.A, nor on 27.B.
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 1h:50m 30s)
No action was taken on agenda items 27.A, nor on 27.B.
28.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:49m 11s)
The Court returned from closed session at 12:18 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 28.A.
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, presented all agenda items under Open Session.
The Court returned from closed session at 12:18 P.M., and proceeded to agenda item 28.A.
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, presented all agenda items under Open Session.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same (Audio Reference 1h:49m 11s)
No action was taken on agenda item 28.A.
No action was taken on agenda item 28.A.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation (Audio Reference 1h:49m 26s)
No action was taken on agenda item 28.B.
No action was taken on agenda item 28.B.
C.
Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency (Audio Reference 1h:49m 31s)
No action was taken on agenda item 28.C.
No action was taken on agenda item 28.C.
D.
AI-88336
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Square. (Audio Reference 1h:49m 40s)
Valde Guerra stated that the administration would proceed as directed as discussed in executive session.
No action was taken on agenda item 28.D.
Valde Guerra stated that the administration would proceed as directed as discussed in executive session.
No action was taken on agenda item 28.D.
E.
AI-88307
Cause #C-2763-19-F; Maria Taylor v. Hidalgo County (Audio Reference 1h:49m 54s)
Valde Guerra stated that the administration would proceed as directed as discussed in executive session.
No action was taken on agenda item 28.E.
Valde Guerra stated that the administration would proceed as directed as discussed in executive session.
No action was taken on agenda item 28.E.
F.
AI-88284
Claim of Silvia Castillo (Audio Reference 1h:50m 06s)
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $120.00
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 28.F as requested.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 28.F, as requested.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $120.00
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 28.F as requested.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 28.F, as requested.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
G.
AI-88286
Claim of Enrique Medrano, Jr. (Audio Reference 1h:50m 17s)
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $220.00
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 28.G as requested.
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 28.G, as requested.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 24.A (Audio Reference 1h:50m 36s)
Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $220.00
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda item 28.G as requested.
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 28.G, as requested.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to agenda item 24.A (Audio Reference 1h:50m 36s)
29.
Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:52m 41s)
The Court did not proceed into closed session - Agenda item 29.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:52m 41s)
The Court did not proceed into closed session - Agenda item 29.
30.
Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:52m 53s)
The Court did not proceed to agenda item 30 - Open Session.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed (Audio Reference 1h:52m 53s)
The Court did not proceed to agenda item 30 - Open Session.
31.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 1h:53m 15s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at approximately 12:25 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at approximately 12:25 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
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 15th 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 15, 2022.
Signed this 17th 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 15th 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 15, 2022.
Signed this 17th 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