SPECIAL MEETING - APRIL 4, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 4th day of April 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 RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR CONSENT COMMISSIONERS COURT APRIL 4, 2023 10:00 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote. (Audio Reference 28m:14s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda items 5.A, 8.A.1, 8.A.2, and 15.C.4 for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda items 5.A, 8.A.1, 8.A.2, and 15.C.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 5.A. for further discussion (Audio Reference 28m:38s)
1.
AI-90160
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-90161
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2022 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-90205
2022 - DA Domestic Violence Unit Grant (DVU) (1281)
Attachments:
4.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-90352
2023 - Planning (1100):
Attachments:
B.
AI-90279
2023 - County Judge (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-90293
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-90294
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. (1293)
Attachments:
E.
AI-90254
2023 - Elections (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-90231
2023 - IT (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-90267
2023 - IT (1242)
Attachments:
H.
AI-90271
2023 - IT (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-90255
2023 - HIDTA Chapter 59 (1251):
Attachments:
J.
AI-90241
2023 - DA (1281)
Attachments:
K.
AI-90240
2023 - Jail (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-90208
2023 - Sheriff (1228)
Attachments:
M.
AI-90232
2023 - Sheriff (1284)
Attachments:
N.
AI-90251
2023 - Pct. 1 (1200)
Attachments:
O.
AI-90297
2023 - Pct. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-90175
2023 - Pct. 1 (1200)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-90076
2023 - Pct. 2 (1200)
Attachments:
R.
AI-90077
2023 - Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
S.
AI-90101
2023 - Pct. 2 (1200)
Attachments:
T.
AI-90319
2023 - Pct. 4 (1200)
Attachments:
U.
AI-90201
2023 - JP 2/2 (1100)
Attachments:
V.
AI-90215
2023 - 139th DC (1100)
Attachments:
W.
AI-90173
2023 - 206th DC (1100)
Attachments:
X.
AI-90280
2023 - Constable Pct. 1 (1220)
Attachments:
Y.
AI-90159
2023 - Constable Pct. 1 (1233)
Attachments:
Z.
AI-90266
2023 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
AA.
AI-90172
2023 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100)
Attachments:
BB.
AI-90203
2023 - Constable Pct. 4 (1231)
Attachments:
5.
2022 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-90351
TxDOT-Pct 2 Flashing Beacons Cesar Chavez Rd Project (1315):
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT-Pct 2 Regional Park Project (prog. 110) into TxDOT-Pct 2 Flashing Beacons-Cesar Chavez Road Project (prog. 174) in the total amount of $20,000.00 to fund engineering expenditures.
(Audio Reference 28m:38s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 5.A.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.A.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 28m:43s)
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from TxDOT-Pct 2 Regional Park Project (prog. 110) into TxDOT-Pct 2 Flashing Beacons-Cesar Chavez Road Project (prog. 174) in the total amount of $20,000.00 to fund engineering expenditures.
(Audio Reference 28m:38s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 5.A.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.A.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 28m:43s)
Attachments:
6.
2023 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-90320
Acceptance and approval of 2023 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Road Maint (program 007) to Pct.4 Admin (program 005) in the amount of $3,000.00.
Attachments:
7.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-90259
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-90263
1. Preliminary Approval
a. TX 107 Development Subdivision- Pct. 4 (TX 107, LLC.) (State HWY 107 & Richardson Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention at building permit stage.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, State Hwy 107, Richardson Road and Old Richardson Road are paved.
b. TARS No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (TARS Development, LLC.) (Gonzalez Road & Mile 2 West Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
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 Gonzalez Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Progreso.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, East Gonzalez Road is paved.
c. Los Cielos No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Blue Sky RGV, LLC.) (Ingle Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and 2 internal streets to be paved.
d. RG Estates Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RG Estates, LLC.) (Ingle Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
e. Vista Delta Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Six Primos, LLC.) (Mile 3 ½ West Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 84 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:11
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 Elsa.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road is paved.Mile 3 ½ West Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
f. RBR No. 5 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RBR Dev., & Inv.) (Texas Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 85 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Texas Road is paved and 4 internal streets to be paved.
g. Border Town No. 4 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Border Town Dev., LLC.) (Mile 22 ½ Road & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 191 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:50
Filling Stations:25
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 22 ½ Road and Brushline Road are paved.7 internal streets to be paved.
a. TX 107 Development Subdivision- Pct. 4 (TX 107, LLC.) (State HWY 107 & Richardson Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention at building permit stage.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, State Hwy 107, Richardson Road and Old Richardson Road are paved.
b. TARS No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (TARS Development, LLC.) (Gonzalez Road & Mile 2 West Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
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 Gonzalez Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Progreso.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, East Gonzalez Road is paved.
c. Los Cielos No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Blue Sky RGV, LLC.) (Ingle Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and 2 internal streets to be paved.
d. RG Estates Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RG Estates, LLC.) (Ingle Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
e. Vista Delta Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Six Primos, LLC.) (Mile 3 ½ West Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 84 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:11
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 Elsa.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road is paved.Mile 3 ½ West Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
f. RBR No. 5 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RBR Dev., & Inv.) (Texas Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 85 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Texas Road is paved and 4 internal streets to be paved.
g. Border Town No. 4 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Border Town Dev., LLC.) (Mile 22 ½ Road & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 191 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:50
Filling Stations:25
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Mile 22 ½ Road and Brushline Road are paved.7 internal streets to be paved.
Attachments:
C.
AI-90330
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. T & O Ranch No. 4 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (T & O Ranch Investments) (Charles Green Road & F.M. 88)
Reimbursement request: $6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
a. T & O Ranch No. 4 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (T & O Ranch Investments) (Charles Green Road & F.M. 88)
Reimbursement request: $6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
Attachments:
8.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-90198
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $407,453.16 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 03/09/2023 to 03/22/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 28m:43s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.A.2
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.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 Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 15.C.4 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 29m:09s)
| 03/09/2023 - 03/22/2023 | $407,453.16 |
| Total | $407,453.16 |
(Audio Reference 28m:43s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.A.2
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.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 Consent Agenda items 8.A.1 and 8.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 15.C.4 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 29m:09s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-90127
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 03/01/2023 - 03/15/2023 in the amount of $27,641.33 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 03/01/2023 - 03/15/2023 in the amount of $27,641.33 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
9.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-90222
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | B4965.00.000.0019.00 | BRENDA GARCIA | $4,482.69 |
| 2 | B4965.00.000.0019.00 | BRENDA GARCIA | $3,517.90 |
| 3 | C1270.00.000.0051.00 | HERNANDEZ JOSE ELOY & MARTA G | $5,879.43 |
| 4 | E7558.00.000.0006.00 | GULF AMR LLC | $2,929.31 |
| 5 | F3671.00.000.0001.00 | ROJO ENTERTAINMENT LLC | $3,512.31 |
| 6 | H2550.00.013.0016.02 | CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAI | $75,322.34 |
| 7 | H4700.00.00L.0003.01 | DOLPHIN RENTALS LLC | $2,683.79 |
| 8 | J2120.00.000.0040.00 | MADRILEJOS LARMEL DIMATULAC | $4,442.30 |
| 9 | L1066.00.000.0012.00 | GULF AMR LLC | $6,629.92 |
| 10 | L1100.01.00A.0000.04 | MIRELES OMAR | $10,748.39 |
| 11 | L1695.99.400.0020.00 | ROBERT GRAHAM AT LA PLACITA STORES | $3,107.45 |
| 12 | L2213.01.000.0080.00 | GARCIA ARTURO & TERESA TRSTS | $2,520.19 |
| 13 | L2490.01.001.0001.00 | CESMAR GROUP LLC | $2,700.52 |
| 14 | L3050.00.001.0001.02 | ESPINO HECTOR | $2,813.57 |
| 15 | L3173.02.000.0022.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $2,673.32 |
| 16 | M2280.99.000.000B.09 | T-MOBILE WEST LLC | $4,060.37 |
| 17 | O6000.01.000.0010.00 | ROACH DUSTIN | $3,739.82 |
| 18 | P7170.06.042.0032.00 | AMERICA COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES | $4,672.07 |
| 19 | S0610.02.000.0308.00 | TREVINO ERIK & ALMA Y | $2,902.92 |
| 20 | S5447.00.000.0006.00 | CANTU MARK & TANIA | $2,544.87 |
| 21 | T1250.02.001.0025.00 | NAVEJA JOANN & JUAN R | $3,129.61 |
| 22 | Y1100.00.000.0001.00 | PENA ARMANDO III | $9,847.86 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-90176
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | H3475.00.106.0000.00 | EVANGELINA CASTILLO | $2,500.00 |
| 2 | M5500.00.095.0006.10 | MANO SANTA LLC | $4,047.41 |
| 3 | R4400.99.001.000A.92 | CONNECTIVITY SOURCE | $2,537.01 |
| 4 | T0807.02.000.0019.00 | REYNALDO ZAMORA | $3,259.97 |
Attachments:
10.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-90252
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval to pay 2023 Texas Police Association membership dues (req. #471281) for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, in the amoun of $30.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, ausit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Requesting approval to pay 2023 Texas Police Association membership dues (req. #471281) for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, in the amoun of $30.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, ausit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
B.
AI-90249
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval to pay 2023 Texas Jail Association membership dues (req. #471280) for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, in the amount of $30.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Requesting approval to pay 2023 Texas Jail Association membership dues (req. #471280) for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, in the amount of $30.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
11.
Head Start:
A.
AI-90164
Approval of Monthly Reports for February 2023
1. Program Information Summary (PIS) Report
2. Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment - Average Daily Attendance Report
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report
1. Program Information Summary (PIS) Report
2. Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment - Average Daily Attendance Report
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report
Attachments:
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-90211
Requesting approval of one (1) applicant in the countywide area (Hidalgo County) under the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA) Colonia Self-Help Center (CSHC) Contract # 7220003 and the HOME Rehabilitation program contingent upon environmental review clearance.
Attachments:
13.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-90315
TXDOT-PCT1 FLASHING BEACONS (M4W & M6W) (1315):
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from SOA1350 - Pct 1 M&E program 041-5 to TXDOT - Pct 1 Flashing Beacons Mile 4 West program 174-1 & Mile 6 West program 174-2 in the amount of $26,392.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from SOA1350 - Pct 1 M&E program 041-5 to TXDOT - Pct 1 Flashing Beacons Mile 4 West program 174-1 & Mile 6 West program 174-2 in the amount of $26,392.00 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
B.
AI-90306
TXDOT-PCT1 MILE 6 WEST (M11N - SH107) (1315):
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from CO2018B - Pct 1 program 256, CO2019A - Pct 1 FM493 program 049 and CO2020 - Pct 1 program 238 to TXDOT - Pct 1 Mile 6 West program 039-2 in the amount of $1,286,042.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from CO2018B - Pct 1 program 256, CO2019A - Pct 1 FM493 program 049 and CO2020 - Pct 1 program 238 to TXDOT - Pct 1 Mile 6 West program 039-2 in the amount of $1,286,042.00 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
C.
AI-90243
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Law Enforcement Pay Plan effective as indicated:
Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Law Enforcement Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prog. | Slot | Position Title | R/S | Budgeted Salary | R/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Step Increase) |
280-001 | 0105 | Deputy Sheriff | 06/01 | $46,832.00 | 06/02 | $48,003.00 | 01-02-2023 |
| Budget Adjustment (Step Increase) |
280-002 | 0023 | Detention Lieutenant | 07/01 | $51,710.00 | 07/04 | $53,520.00 | 03-27-2023 |
Attachments:
14.
Pct. #3:
A.
AI-90178
Requesting approval of invoice as submitted by the contracted project engineer, Sames Engineering & Surveying for Precinct 3 Project.
| Invoice # | Date | Project Name | PO # | Amount |
| Pay app #2 | March 17, 2023 | County Park Improvements | 857431 | $6,268.50 |
Attachments:
15.
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-90302
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 29 in the amount of $507,534.32 for the Pct 1 Mile 6 West (Mile 9 North-Mile 11) project as submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC as reviewed by the project engineer, SAMES Engineering.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-90353
Pct. 2 Las Milpas Rd. Project:
Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $116,524.71 for Pct 2 Las Milpas Road Project submitted by the contractor, George Olivares, dba Go Underground, LLC (Contract C-22-0094-09-06) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $116,524.71 for Pct 2 Las Milpas Road Project submitted by the contractor, George Olivares, dba Go Underground, LLC (Contract C-22-0094-09-06) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Attachments:
2.
AI-90348
Pct. 2 Las Milpas Rd. Project:
Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $27,890.94 for Pct 2 Las Milpas Road Project submitted by the contractor, George Olivares, dba Go Underground, LLC (Contract C-22-0094-09-06) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $27,890.94 for Pct 2 Las Milpas Road Project submitted by the contractor, George Olivares, dba Go Underground, LLC (Contract C-22-0094-09-06) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
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C.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-90309
Pursuant to Texas Constitution, Article 3, Sect. 52, requesting acceptance and approval of "Public Purpose Declaration" for Fiscal Year 2023 to include the purchase through [the Requisition and Purchase Order protocol of Hidalgo County] of miscellaneous items with the affixing of any applicable identifying Precinct 4 Logos [i.e. printed materials, supplies and other related items as needed] which assist in the Precinct's efforts in disseminating information of road conditions, closures, paving and drainage improvements, educational and health awareness, public safety services and programs affecting the community including, but not limited to the following:
A. Ribbon Cutting/Groundbreaking Events;
B. Precinct Project Updates and Expos;
C. Endowment Center (on Sunflower Road)-Numerous Events; (Tu Salud Si Cuenta)
D. Employee/Public Recognition Plaques;
E. Pictures, Displays, Frames, Banners, Tables Cloth Covers/Skirts and other related items.
A. Ribbon Cutting/Groundbreaking Events;
B. Precinct Project Updates and Expos;
C. Endowment Center (on Sunflower Road)-Numerous Events; (Tu Salud Si Cuenta)
D. Employee/Public Recognition Plaques;
E. Pictures, Displays, Frames, Banners, Tables Cloth Covers/Skirts and other related items.
Attachments:
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AI-90286
Acceptance and approval of project invoices for processing and payment listed below.
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 03/29/2023 | Davis Road Citizen Collection Site | Rene Guerra & Son Hauling, LLC | 4 | 857785 | $67,711.25 |
| 03/24/2023 | Flashing Beacons | The Levy Company, Inc. | 7 | 840228 | $40,039.81 |
| 03/20/2023 | Pct.4 All Star Park | RG Enterprises, LLC | 3 | 843995 | $130,239.16 |
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AI-90218
Acceptance and approval of Precinct 4 ARPA Invoices listed below for processing and payment:
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 03/22/2023 | Milo Ponce Park | Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. | 646387 | 844081 | $37,439.00 |
| 03/09/2023 | North Main Drain III Phase I SW | Tedsi Infrastructure Group | 202668 | 855577 | $98,188.91 |
| 02/28/2023 | Hoehn Stormwater Project | Millenium Engineers Group | 23-02-0144 | 853377 | $768.50 |
| 02/27/2023 | Hoehn Stormwater Project | Mor-Wil, LLC | 1 | 856095 | $118,465.43 |
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AI-90322
Acceptance and approval of ARPA project invoice for processing and payment listed below:
(Audio Reference 29m:09s)
Valde Guerra stated a correction to the stated amount on Consent Agenda items 15.C.4; in which the amount should read $687.50, and not $5,803.34
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 15.C.4 with the stated correction.
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 Consent Agenda item 15.C.4, with the stated correction above.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners Court Agenda - Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 29m:34s)
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 02/28/2023 | Tex-Mex Stormwater Project | Melden & Hunt, Inc. | 0085485 | 847735 | $5,803.34 |
(Audio Reference 29m:09s)
Valde Guerra stated a correction to the stated amount on Consent Agenda items 15.C.4; in which the amount should read $687.50, and not $5,803.34
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 15.C.4 with the stated correction.
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 Consent Agenda item 15.C.4, with the stated correction above.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners Court Agenda - Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 29m:34s)
Attachments:
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AI-90216
Acceptance and approval of the project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 02/28/2021 | Linn-San Manuel Veterans Park | Millennium Engineers Group | 21-02-0127R | 861694 | $1,280.75 |
| 03/08/2023 | Hidalgo County All Star Park | Raba Kistner | R032068 | 846166 | $843.70 |
| 03/09/2023 | Hidalgo County Pueblo De Palmas | Raba Kistner | R032074 | 839118 | $1,650.55 |
Attachments:
D.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-90230
Requesting approval of clarification/correction to AI-90045 approved by cc on 03/21/23 awarded contract to SAFE Global for the Surveillance and Monitoring of Illegal Dumping to be a County Wide project and not exclusive to Pct. 4.
E.
District Courts:
1.
AI-90305
449th DC:
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet as attached hereto for Hidalgo County Project No. 23-0097-05-03-ABV for Juvenile Drug Court Program, including re-advertising if applicable.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet as attached hereto for Hidalgo County Project No. 23-0097-05-03-ABV for Juvenile Drug Court Program, including re-advertising if applicable.
Attachments:
2.
AI-90304
449th DC:
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet as attached hereto for Hidalgo County Project No. 23-0096-05-03-ABV for Lifelines Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program, including re-advertising if applicable.
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet as attached hereto for Hidalgo County Project No. 23-0096-05-03-ABV for Lifelines Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program, including re-advertising if applicable.
Attachments:
F.
District Clerk:
1.
AI-90275
Requesting approval of eight (8), 36-month Ricoh Copier Lease Agreements [Model IM5000 (1), Model IMC6000 (2), Model IM8000 (2), Model P800 (3)] with Ricoh USA, Inc. through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435) with the total cost of $2,215.58 per month.
Attachments:
G.
Elections:
1.
AI-90145
A. Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Ricoh Copier Lease (model C5300S) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $ 843.00 per month.
B. Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Ricoh Copier Lease (model IM8000) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $ 515.47 per month.
B. Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Ricoh Copier Lease (model IM8000) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $ 515.47 per month.
Attachments:
H.
Health & Human Services:
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AI-90131
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for professional engineering services as submitted by HALFF Associates, Inc in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Health Clinic & El Paraiso Community Resource Center:
| Work Authorization # | Invoice # | Amount |
| Work Authorization # 1 | 10090365 | 1,343.75 |
| Work Authorization # 1 | 10091909 | 5,290.00 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-90158
A. Requesting authorization to declare (worn/damaged/obsolete) assets listed on Exhibit A as salvage for disposition as discard/waste property from the Health & Human Services Department pursuant to TX. LCG 263.151 (1);
B. Requesting authorization to remove assets listed on Exhibit A from the Hidalgo County inventory.
B. Requesting authorization to remove assets listed on Exhibit A from the Hidalgo County inventory.
Attachments:
I.
IT Department:
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AI-90185
Requesting approval of ratification of AI-87622 approved by CC on 09/27/22 to correct the account number to ARPA 3-1290-441-68-110-315-7-761.
J.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-90196
Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period as provided in C-20-551-05-04 with Gregorio Piña III, Ph.D for "Psychological Evaluation Services for Law Enforcement Agencies for Hidalgo County under the same rates terms and conditions as to avoid lapse in services while the procurement process is completed with authority to readvertise if and when applicable.
2.
AI-90192
Approval to exercise a one (1) year renewal as stated in the current Memorandum of Understanding: (MOU) #C-07-225-05-08 for the "Prenatal Health Care Services for inmates", between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Hidalgo County Health Department.
Attachments:
K.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-90235
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Fax Service Agreement with Copy Graphics, Inc for two (2) Canon LC-2050P at $225.23 each from June 3, 2023 to June 3, 2024 with authority for County Judge or assignee to sign all pertinent documents.
Attachments:
2.
AI-90284
Requesting approval to ratify and amend AI-89902 approved by CC on 03/21/2023 to reflect the subscription term of 04/26/2022 to 04/25/2024.
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There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 4th day of April 2023
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on April 4, 2023.
Signed this 5th day of April 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 4th day of April 2023
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Carolyn Thornton, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on April 4, 2023.
Signed this 5th day of April 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy