SPECIAL MEETING - FEBRUARY 2, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 2nd day of February A.D., 2023, 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 DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR CONSENT COMMISSIONERS COURT FEBRUARY 2, 2023 11:15 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote. ( Audio Reference 43m: 52s)
Hidalgo County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 7. A. 1 and 7. A. 2. be pulled for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2. for further discussion. ( Audio Reference 44m: 16s)
1.
AI-89100
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
Attachments:
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-89101
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2022 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-89459
2022 - TxDOT Pct 2 Eldora Rd (Jackson-I Rd) Prj (1315)
Attachments:
B.
AI-89409
2022 - TxDOT Pct 2 Nolana Loop (FM1426-FM 907) (1315)
Attachments:
C.
AI-89300
2022 - Constable Precinct 4 2021 OPSG (1284)
D.
AI-89284
2022 - DA FED SHRG-DOJ (1256)
Attachments:
4.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-89337
2023 - Pct 2 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-89340
2023 - Pct 2 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-89342
2023 - CW Mech Shop (1200)
Attachments:
D.
AI-89345
2023 - Pct 2 CRC Alamo (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-89369
2023 - Emergency Management (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-89418
2023 PCT1 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-89427
2023 PCT1 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-89433
2023 - Pct. 1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
I.
AI-89437
2023 PCT1 R&B (1200)
Attachments:
J.
AI-89411
2023 - Sheriff's Office (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-89410
2023 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-89431
2023 - District Clerk (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-89328
2023 - Constable Pct 2 (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-89361
2023 - Facilities Management CO Wide (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-89364
2023 - Human Resources (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-89371
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-89393
2023 - IT Department (1100 I.T.)
Attachments:
R.
AI-89324
2023 - CRIM DA (1100)
Attachments:
S.
AI-89287
2023 - AUTOPSIES (1100)
Attachments:
T.
AI-89260
2023 - 93rd DC (1100)
Attachments:
5.
2023 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-89344
Pct 2 CRC San Juan (1100):
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation (prog. 001) into Pct 2 CRC San Juan (prog. 018) in the amount of $2,000.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation (prog. 001) into Pct 2 CRC San Juan (prog. 018) in the amount of $2,000.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Attachments:
6.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-89419
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
Attachments:
B.
AI-89341
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Amber Estates Subdivision - Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 11 Road & West Gate Road)
Reimbursement request: $15,000.00 for (10 OSSF’S)
b. Kingdom Estates Subdivision - Pct. 4 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 1/2 Road & Mile 11 Road)
Reimbursement request: $6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
c. Stone Oaks Subdivision - Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 1/2 Road & Mile 11 Road)
Reimbursement request: $9,000.00 for (6 OSSF’S)
d. Viridian Estates Subdivision - Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 Road & Mile 10 Road)
Reimbursement request: $12,000.00 for (8 OSSF’S)
e. Oak Hill Ranch Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Landco) (Mile 19 Road & FM 88)
Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Amber Estates Subdivision - Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 11 Road & West Gate Road)
Reimbursement request: $15,000.00 for (10 OSSF’S)
b. Kingdom Estates Subdivision - Pct. 4 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 1/2 Road & Mile 11 Road)
Reimbursement request: $6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
c. Stone Oaks Subdivision - Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 1/2 Road & Mile 11 Road)
Reimbursement request: $9,000.00 for (6 OSSF’S)
d. Viridian Estates Subdivision - Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 Road & Mile 10 Road)
Reimbursement request: $12,000.00 for (8 OSSF’S)
e. Oak Hill Ranch Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Landco) (Mile 19 Road & FM 88)
Reimbursement request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
C.
AI-89415
1. Preliminary Approval
a. MGM Apartments Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Karen Y. Mena) (Mile 12 North Road & F.M. 491)
No. of Lots: 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite runoff onto Mile 12 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Multi-Family OSSF System
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road is paved.
b. Jameson Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Jose Jameson) (Davis Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Davis Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Davis Road is paved.
c. Sea Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Sandra Elizabeth Acevedo) (Mile 17 North Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 17 North Road side ditch and Kenyon Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Mile 17 North Road and Kenyon Road are paved.
d. Leal Ranch Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Oscar Leal) (Mile 20 North Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Valverde Road side ditch and Mile 20 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 20 North Road and Valverde Road are paved.
e. Eduardo’s No. 26 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Las Dianas Land Dev., LLC.) (Western Road & Mile 6 North Road)
No. of Lots: 16 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing HCDD No. 1 Regional Detention Pond.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
f. Western Meadows Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Nordhausen Utility Construction, LLC.) (Mile 5 Road & Western Road)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 5 Road side ditch and Western Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 Road and Western Road are paved.
g. Maluz II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Julio Cerda) (Mile 4 Road & Iowa Road)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Iowa Road side ditch and Mile 4 Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 Road and Iowa Road are paved.
h. Tierra Wisconsin Subdivision- Pct. 1 (La Media Luna Investments, LLC.) (Wisconsin Road & Dillon Road)
No. of Lots: 32 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 14 North Road and 1 internal street to be paved.
a. MGM Apartments Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Karen Y. Mena) (Mile 12 North Road & F.M. 491)
No. of Lots: 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite runoff onto Mile 12 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Multi-Family OSSF System
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road is paved.
b. Jameson Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Jose Jameson) (Davis Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Davis Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Davis Road is paved.
c. Sea Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Sandra Elizabeth Acevedo) (Mile 17 North Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 17 North Road side ditch and Kenyon Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Mile 17 North Road and Kenyon Road are paved.
d. Leal Ranch Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Oscar Leal) (Mile 20 North Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Valverde Road side ditch and Mile 20 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 20 North Road and Valverde Road are paved.
e. Eduardo’s No. 26 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Las Dianas Land Dev., LLC.) (Western Road & Mile 6 North Road)
No. of Lots: 16 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing HCDD No. 1 Regional Detention Pond.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
f. Western Meadows Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Nordhausen Utility Construction, LLC.) (Mile 5 Road & Western Road)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 5 Road side ditch and Western Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 Road and Western Road are paved.
g. Maluz II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Julio Cerda) (Mile 4 Road & Iowa Road)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Iowa Road side ditch and Mile 4 Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 Road and Iowa Road are paved.
h. Tierra Wisconsin Subdivision- Pct. 1 (La Media Luna Investments, LLC.) (Wisconsin Road & Dillon Road)
No. of Lots: 32 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 14 North Road and 1 internal street to be paved.
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-89314
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,743,675.36 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 01/05/2023 to 01/18/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
( Audio Reference 44m: 16s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regual Commissioners' Court agenda item - 5. A. ( Audio Reference 44m: 33s)
| 01/05/2023 - 01/11/2023 | $986,755.39 |
| 01/12/2023 - 01/18/2023 | $756,919.97 |
| Total | $1,743,675.36 |
( Audio Reference 44m: 16s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7. A. 1. and 7. A. 2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regual Commissioners' Court agenda item - 5. A. ( Audio Reference 44m: 33s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-89267
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 01/01/2023 - 01/15/2023 in the amount of $35,616.68 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 01/01/2023 - 01/15/2023 in the amount of $35,616.68 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-89429
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | T2100.00.277.0012.05 | BROUGHTON DOREEN B | $4,257.15 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-89257
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | G0851.02.000.0074.00 | ACOSTA ANGEL & RACHEL NOEMI | $5,654.29 |
| 2 | M3550.00.123.0019.00 | MERCEDES CHRISTIAN CHURCH | $3,299.93 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-89258
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | S2005.00.000.001A.00 | MCALLEN HOSPITALITY GROUP INC | $6,880.42 |
| 2 | W3800.00.640.0000.07 | WESLACO LODGING LLC | $7,012.51 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-89256
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | B4304.00.000.0016.00 | JUAN M CASTILLO | $3,759.84 |
| 2 | D8600.99.000.0008.00 | RIO GRANDE PLUMBING SUPPLY INCORPORATED | $4,010.89 |
| 3 | M0545.00.000.0017.00 | KRISTY DE LA GARZA | $3,273.00 |
| 4 | T6835.99.000.0001.38 | KOHL'S | $14,278.58 |
| 5 | T8260.01.000.0028.00 | NORMA CANTU | $4,767.07 |
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-89383
District Clerk (1100): Requesting approval to pay the following 2023 membership fees for District Clerk Laura Hinojosa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor: 1) 2023 County & District Clerks' Association of Texas (CDCAT) $125.00 (req. no.467384)
Attachments:
B.
AI-89298
County Auditor:
Requesting approval to pay 2023 membership dues to the Texas Association of County Auditor's (TACA) in the amount of $415.00 (Req# 467020) with the Authority of the County Treasurer to issue the check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Requesting approval to pay 2023 membership dues to the Texas Association of County Auditor's (TACA) in the amount of $415.00 (Req# 467020) with the Authority of the County Treasurer to issue the check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
C.
AI-89313
Sheriff Department:
Requesting approval of requisition #467099 for 2023 membership dues for Captain David D. Friedlein II to the FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. in the amount of $135.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #467099 for 2023 membership dues for Captain David D. Friedlein II to the FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. in the amount of $135.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-89294
County Commissioners/Amigos Del Valle (1100):
Approval to pay 2023 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
Approval to pay 2023 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
| VENDOR | AMOUNT | ACCT. # | REQ# |
| NACO | $11,983.00 | 3-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 | 466551 |
| Amigos Del Valle | $ 5,000.00 | 3-1100-444-00-125-018-0-810 | 466553 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-89265
Constable Precinct 4:
Requesting approval to renew the 2023 Membership with the Justices of The Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio J.R. Gaitan (Requisition No. 00466766) in the total amount of $70.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to renew the 2023 Membership with the Justices of The Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio J.R. Gaitan (Requisition No. 00466766) in the total amount of $70.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
10.
Head Start:
A.
AI-89309
Approval of Monthly Reports for November 2022 and December 2022
1. Program Information Summary (PIS) Report
2. Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment - Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Reports
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Reports
1. Program Information Summary (PIS) Report
2. Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment - Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Reports
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Reports
Attachments:
11.
IT Department:
A.
AI-89285
Authorization and approval to purchase wireless device with service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for thee following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| JP. 4 PL. 2 | 1 | New Cell Service |
Attachments:
12.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-89430
TXDOT-PCT1 MILE 10 NORTH (M6W - FM1015) (1315):
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from CO2019A - Pct 1 FM493 program 049 to TXDOT - Pct 1 Mile 10 North program 255 in the amount of $219,386.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from CO2019A - Pct 1 FM493 program 049 to TXDOT - Pct 1 Mile 10 North program 255 in the amount of $219,386.00 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
B.
AI-89384
1. Approval to correct Step Anniversary dates as listed on Exhibit A, effective 1/01/2022.
2. Approval to backpay employees listed on Exhibit B pursuant to Section 8.04 (5) of the Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
2. Approval to backpay employees listed on Exhibit B pursuant to Section 8.04 (5) of the Classification and Compensation Pay Plan.
Attachments:
C.
AI-89308
WIC Adm (1292):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective 01/30/2023.
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective 01/30/2023.
| FROM | TO | ||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title |
G/S | Budgeted Salary |
G/S | Proposed Salary |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
350-001 | 0119 | Clerk II | 03/04 | $26,759.00 | 03/05 | $27,696.00 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-89263
Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 Pl. 2 (1100):
Approval of the following salary schedule change in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
Approval of the following salary schedule change in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 068-001 | 0005 | Clerk III | 05/01 | $28,151.00 | 05/02 | $29,136.00 | 01/16/2023 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-89290
Presentation of Non-Agenda Transfers Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of October 1 to December 31, 2022.
Attachments:
13.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-89404
Requesting approval for the County Treasurer to process payment for the following reimbursement after auditing procedures are completed by th County Auditor:
Sgt. David Muniz for supplies (boxes) in the amount of $107.38.
Sergeant Muniz personally paid due to vendor not accepting PO for purchase and product (boxes) were needed to ship out weapons to receive proper credit.
Sgt. David Muniz for supplies (boxes) in the amount of $107.38.
Sergeant Muniz personally paid due to vendor not accepting PO for purchase and product (boxes) were needed to ship out weapons to receive proper credit.
Attachments:
B.
AI-89391
Requesting approval for payment to Dr. Sobia Nasir M.D. for the (attached) invoices as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
14.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-89397
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art.3 Sec. 52 to include but not limited to table cloth, banners, pens, pencils, picture (display) frames, dishes and other items, as these items will be useful to inform, relate progress, educate and report important information to our constituents on aspects of numerous and various programs and classes. Effective upon approval and through 12/31/2023. For the Tu Salud Si Cuenta Account.
Attachments:
2.
AI-89142
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct. 1 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Amount | Purchase Order |
| Mile 6 WA #1 (M11-SH107) | 12/31/2022 | 11329240 | $7,179.40 | 784887 |
| Mile 6 WA #2 (M14½-SH107) | 12/31/2022 | 11329216 | $71,958.56 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #3 (M14½-SH107) | 12/31/2022 | 11329241 | $46,738.32 | 829916 |
| Mile 6 WA #4 (M11-M141/2) | 12/31/2022 | 11329209 | $38,620.00 | 855602 |
| Mile 10 WA#1 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 12/31/2022 | 11329242 | $10,966.88 | 796083 |
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-89293
Approval of Payment Application No. 21 in the amount of $293,537.98 to REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd. " CSJ: 0921-02-321 with contract #C-20-294-02-23, as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-89471
Approval of the following invoices for processing and payment:
| Invoice Date | PO Number | Project/Vendor | Invoice Amount | Invoice Number |
| 01/25/23 | 829818 | Pueblo De Palmas/ Chanin Engineering | $2,866.40 | 20271-3 |
| 11/30/22 | 847386 | Pueblo De Palmas/ RG Enterprises |
$164,758.66 | Application No. 2 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-88987
A. Requesting authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court November 01, 2022 (AI-88127) pay app 1 in the amount of $$481,553.53 for RG Enterprises.
B. Requesting approval of pay app no 1 submitted by RG Enterprises in the amount of $471,792.28 under contract C-21-0832-02-11 P.O. 843995.
C. Requesting authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court December 13, 2022 (AI-88646) pay app 2 in the amount of $351,308.91 for RG Enterprises.
D. Requesting approval of pay app no 2 submitted by RG Enterprises in the amount of $$442,888.91 under contract C-21-0832-02-11 P.O. 843995.
B. Requesting approval of pay app no 1 submitted by RG Enterprises in the amount of $471,792.28 under contract C-21-0832-02-11 P.O. 843995.
C. Requesting authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court December 13, 2022 (AI-88646) pay app 2 in the amount of $351,308.91 for RG Enterprises.
D. Requesting approval of pay app no 2 submitted by RG Enterprises in the amount of $$442,888.91 under contract C-21-0832-02-11 P.O. 843995.
D.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-89348
Requesting approval of the following invoice with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | Period |
| Consor Engineers, LLC | 11/11/2022 | D210905TX.01-2 | $6,396.00 | 4/1-8/31/22 |
Attachments:
E.
Constables:
1.
AI-89297
Constable Pct.3:
Requesting approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" to include: standard cups, cozies, lanyards, stress balls, keychains, pens, mouse pads, footballs, pop-its, flying disks, plastic water bottles, pencils, hand sanitizers, and cinch backpacks. These items will be used to inform, relate progress, educate and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety and education.
Requesting approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" to include: standard cups, cozies, lanyards, stress balls, keychains, pens, mouse pads, footballs, pop-its, flying disks, plastic water bottles, pencils, hand sanitizers, and cinch backpacks. These items will be used to inform, relate progress, educate and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety and education.
2.
AI-89323
Constable Pct. #4:
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include but not limited to: stainless steel coffee cups, roadster cups, Stadium cups, cinch drawstring bags, non-woven drawstring backpack, flying discs, face masks, power clips, grocery tote bags, lapel pins, die cut plastic bags, challenge coins, badge stickers, spandex table cover, H pop up wall kit, lanyard, pop sockets, collapsible single panel auto windshield shade, 6 pack cooler bag - polyester insulated lunch bag w/handle and pocket, and etc.
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include but not limited to: stainless steel coffee cups, roadster cups, Stadium cups, cinch drawstring bags, non-woven drawstring backpack, flying discs, face masks, power clips, grocery tote bags, lapel pins, die cut plastic bags, challenge coins, badge stickers, spandex table cover, H pop up wall kit, lanyard, pop sockets, collapsible single panel auto windshield shade, 6 pack cooler bag - polyester insulated lunch bag w/handle and pocket, and etc.
Attachments:
F.
County Clerk:
1.
AI-89266
Requesting approval of six (6), 48-month Capital Copier Leases (models IM2500 and IM5000) with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, DBA Ricoh USA through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract No. DIR-CPO-4435 [exp. 09/25/2023] for Hidalgo County Clerk's Office.
| Model | Quantity | Lease Term | Total Monthly Payment |
| IM2500 | 2 | 48 month | $146.10 |
| IM5000 | 4 | 48 month | $ 792.32 |
Attachments:
G.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-89403
Requesting approval of Payment Application No.15 in the amount of $223,936.97 for services rendered for the Pct.4 Justice Center as submitted by E-Con Group, LLC. as reviewed by project architect, ROFA Architects, Inc.
Attachments:
H.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-89432
Acceptance and Approval to Pay Invoice from SAM Engineering & Surveying with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
| Work Authorization | Invoice # | Amount |
| Work Authorization #3 | 21-024-4224 | $1,200.00 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-89259
Acceptance and Approval to Pay Invoices from HALFF - Invoice #10088289 -ARPA with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
| Work Authorization # | Invoice # | Amount: |
| Work Authorization # 1 | 10088289 | $1,060.00 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-89295
Requesting approval of requisition no. 4466063 for twelve (12) thirty-six (36) month Capital Copier Leases with G.E. Capital Information Technology Solutions, DBA, Ricoh USA, Inc., through DIR cooperative Contract DIR-CPO-4435 (exp. 9/25/2024) for the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department in the amount of $3,228.48/month ($269.04/device/month).
| Requisition # | Description | Location | Monthly Amount |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Mission Clinic | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Mission Environmental | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Edinburg Clinic | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Hidalgo Clinic | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Elsa Clinic | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | McAllen Clinic | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Central Office Environmental | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Pulmonary Clinic | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | TB Department | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Pharr Clinic | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Alamo Covid | $269.04 |
| 466063 | IM5000 + Service | Weslaco Clinic | $269.04 |
Attachments:
I.
HIDTA - Task Force:
1.
AI-89356
Requesting Commissioners Court's approval, pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, to purchase promotional items to include but not limited to journals/ notebooks, drawstring backpacks, flashlights, plastic bottles, ceramic mugs, magnets, pencils, tent(s), lapel pins, lanyards, banners, table covers, plastic bags, customized picture/ article frames, recognition plaques, banners, presentation folders, flyers, instructional & informational booklets/ pamphlets/ brochures, challenge coins, challenge coin boxes, keychains, hand sanitizer holders, microfiber cloths and spin wheel(s)for the period of 01/31/2023 - 12/31/23.
J.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-89302
Requesting approval to exercise the final, one (1) year extension as permitted in contract C-20-001-02-26 "Drug and Alcohol Testing Services" with Lab Services, Inc. under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 2nd day of February, 2023
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 February 2, 2023.
Signed this 3rd day of February 2023
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 2nd day of February, 2023
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 February 2, 2023.
Signed this 3rd day of February 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Karina Esparza, Deputy