SPECIAL MEETING - APRIL 18, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 18th 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 18, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 1h:00 19s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested that Consent Agenda items 9.A.1, 9.A.2, 10.A, 15.A.2, 15.F.2, 15.B.1 be pulled 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. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda items 9.A.1, 9.A.2, 10.A, 15.A.2, 15.F.2, 15.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 9.A.1 and 9.A.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 1h:00 21s)
(Audio Reference 1h:02m 49s)
Valde Guerra requested to rescind the action taken that approved the remaining Consent Agenda items that were not pulled for further discussion.
The Court made a motion to rescind the action 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 to rescind action approving the remaining Consent Agenda items that were not pulled for further discussion.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra requested to pull, in addition, Consent Agenda items 4.D.1.A and 4.D.1.B for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda items 9.A.1, 9.A.2, 10.A, 15.A.2, 15.F.2, 15.B.1, 4.D.1.A, and 4.D.1.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda items 9.A.1, 9.A.2, 10.A, 15.A.2, 15.F.2, 15.B.1, 4.D.1.A, and 4.D.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda items 4.D.1.A and 4.D.1.B.
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda Item 6 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 1h:04m 00s)
1.
AI-90375
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-90376
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-90548
2023 - County Clerk (1237)
Attachments:
B.
AI-90492
2023 - Pct. 2 (1200)
Attachments:
C.
AI-90498
2023 - Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-90489
2023 - Pct. 2 (1200)
Attachments:
E.
AI-90485
2023 - Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-90490
2023 - Pct. 4 (1200)
Attachments:
G.
AI-90502
2023 - Health & Human Services (1293)
Attachments:
H.
AI-90477
2023 - DA (1100)
Attachments:
I.
AI-90428
2023 - Sheriff (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-90461
2023 - Facilities Management (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-90507
2023 - Pct. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-90503
2023 - Pct. 1 (1200)
Attachments:
M.
AI-90439
2023 - PCT1 ADM (1200)
Attachments:
N.
AI-90456
2023 - Pct. 1 (1200)
Attachments:
O.
AI-90395
2023 - HIDTA (1256)
Attachments:
P.
AI-90366
2023 - DA (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-90416
2023 - IT (1100)
Attachments:
R.
AI-90499
2023 - IT (1242)
Attachments:
4.
2022 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-90408
Requesting approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 CO2021 Vehicles (program 159) to Pct.4 CO2021 Machinery (program 029) in the amount of $36,862.15.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-90462
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
B.
AI-90396
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Magnolia Farms Subdivision - Pct. 4 (John A. Tagle) (Ware Road & Mile 6 Road)
Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Magnolia Farms Subdivision - Pct. 4 (John A. Tagle) (Ware Road & Mile 6 Road)
Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
C.
AI-90358
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Quintanilla Promise Land Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Roxxy Ocanas) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Quintanilla Promise Land Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Roxxy Ocanas) (Mile 9 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
D.
AI-90486
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Jose Luis Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Oziel Alanis) (Seminary Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 3 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 Barb Mar Lane & Seminary Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Seminary Road and Barb Mar Lane are paved.
b. El Coyote Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Javier Esqueda) (La Homa Road [F.M. 364] & Mile 4 North Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Commercial
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention. Detention will ultimately outfall to an existing storm sewer system along La Homa Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, La Homa Road is paved.
a. Jose Luis Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Oziel Alanis) (Seminary Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 3 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 Barb Mar Lane & Seminary Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Seminary Road and Barb Mar Lane are paved.
b. El Coyote Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Javier Esqueda) (La Homa Road [F.M. 364] & Mile 4 North Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Commercial
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention. Detention will ultimately outfall to an existing storm sewer system along La Homa Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, La Homa Road is paved.
Attachments:
6.
County Treasurer:
A.
AI-90513
Updated Hidalgo County Authorized Broker List for 2023.
Attachments:
7.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-90398
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2023 March
Attachments:
B.
AI-90391
District Clerk Fee report for the month of March 2023 $496,804.61
Attachments:
8.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-90535
Requesting permission by the Jubilee 4 Nutrition for the use of the San Carlos Endowment kitchen located in Pct. 4 for the purpose of serving the community by providing free nutritious meals to children of 2-18 years of age in low-income families.
Attachments:
9.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-90405
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,367,259.90 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 03/23/2023 to 04/05/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 1h:00 21s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 9.A.1 and 9.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 9.A.1 and 9.A.2.
(INAUDIBLE), seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Consent Agenda items 9.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 10.A for further discussion. (Audio Reference 1h:01m 41s)
| 03/23/2023 -03/29/2023 | $816,645.78 |
| 03/30/2023 - 04/05/2023 | $550,614.12 |
| TOTAL | $1,367,259.90 |
(Audio Reference 1h:00 21s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 9.A.1 and 9.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 9.A.1 and 9.A.2.
(INAUDIBLE), seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on Consent Agenda items 9.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 10.A for further discussion. (Audio Reference 1h:01m 41s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-90363
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 03/16/2023 - 03/31/2023 in the amount of $40,962.37 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 03/16/2023 - 03/31/2023 in the amount of $40,962.37 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
10.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-90470
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | C1532.99.000.0001.13 | THE AMES COMPANIES INC | $5,555.13 |
| 2 | C1532.99.000.0001.21 | TOPPAN INTERAMERICA INC | $10,984.72 |
| 3 | D3800.01.000.0009.00 | MARTHA ZAMORA | $4,912.30 |
| 4 | M2650.99.006.0007.08 | SPEC'S LIQUOR STORES | $3,952.72 |
| 5 | S3280.99.000.0001.00 | SPEC'S LIQUOR STORES | $2,576.05 |
| 6 | T3500.00.000.0008.00 | WITTENBURG ELSA M | $3,851.94 |
(Audio Reference 1h:01m 41s)
Valde Guerra stated a correction to Consent Agenda item 10.A, for No. 5 - Account No. S3280.99.000.0001.00 - Payer SPEC'S LIQUOR STORES - Amount $2,576.05, the Account No. should have stated S3280.99.000.0001.08, and not as posted on the agenda.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval 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 Consent Agenda item 10.A, with stated correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 15.A.2 (Audio Reference 1h:02m 07s)
Attachments:
11.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-90478
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay fire inspector course for Texas Commission of Fire Protection of $300.00 payable to Diamond Emergency Vehicles, LLC for Mentor Cantu Jr. with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay fire inspector course for Texas Commission of Fire Protection of $300.00 payable to Diamond Emergency Vehicles, LLC for Mentor Cantu Jr. with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-90469
Sheriff's Office:
1. Requesting approval to ratify AI-89988 approved on 03/21/2023 to read the correct amount of $24.00 to pay membership dues to the Texas Chief Association for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez.
2. Requesting approval to ratify PO# 860265 dated 02/22/2023 for the purchase of membership dues to the Texas Chief Association.
1. Requesting approval to ratify AI-89988 approved on 03/21/2023 to read the correct amount of $24.00 to pay membership dues to the Texas Chief Association for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez.
2. Requesting approval to ratify PO# 860265 dated 02/22/2023 for the purchase of membership dues to the Texas Chief Association.
C.
AI-90372
HIDTA:
Requesting approval to obtain memberships with the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) for Kimberly Echavarria in the total amount of $40.00 (Req# 471701) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to obtain memberships with the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) for Kimberly Echavarria in the total amount of $40.00 (Req# 471701) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-90418
Public Defender:
Requesting approval to reimburse membership fees for Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA) in the amount of $120.00 (REQ #'s 00469720 & 00469723) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
Requesting approval to reimburse membership fees for Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA) in the amount of $120.00 (REQ #'s 00469720 & 00469723) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
Attachments:
E.
AI-90361
County Clerk:
Requesting approval to pay the 2023 (GCAT) Government Collectors Association of Texas membership renewal fees in the amount of $250.00 for five (5) individuals, 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 the 2023 (GCAT) Government Collectors Association of Texas membership renewal fees in the amount of $250.00 for five (5) individuals, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
F.
AI-90362
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $120.00 (Requisition #471547), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $120.00 (Requisition #471547), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
G.
AI-90357
Purchasing Department:
Approval of the renewal membership with Texas SmartBuy in the amount of $100.00 for the year of 2023 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval of the renewal membership with Texas SmartBuy in the amount of $100.00 for the year of 2023 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
12.
Urban County:
A.
AI-90467
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Equipment from Medline Industries, LP. for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $47,639.61. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized.
Attachments:
13.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-90545
CPS/HAZARDS (1293):
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out Health Grants (prog. 000, FY 0) to Transfers In/Out Health Grants-CPS/HAZARDS (prog. 013, FY 4) in the amount of $59,255.00 in order to properly allocate cash match funds for the FY 2024 CPS/HAZARDS grant.
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out Health Grants (prog. 000, FY 0) to Transfers In/Out Health Grants-CPS/HAZARDS (prog. 013, FY 4) in the amount of $59,255.00 in order to properly allocate cash match funds for the FY 2024 CPS/HAZARDS grant.
Attachments:
B.
AI-90516
TB Control (1293):
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out Health Grants (prog. 000, FY 0) to Transfers In/Out Health Grants-TB Control (prog. 008, FY 4) in the amount of $183,289.00 in order to properly allocate cash match funds for the FY 2024 TB Control grant.
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out Health Grants (prog. 000, FY 0) to Transfers In/Out Health Grants-TB Control (prog. 008, FY 4) in the amount of $183,289.00 in order to properly allocate cash match funds for the FY 2024 TB Control grant.
Attachments:
C.
AI-90378
Pct. 1 Sanitation (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 (Promotion) |
121-001 | 0042 | EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II | 08/01 | $35,462 | 08/02 | $36,703 | 03/31/23 |
Attachments:
14.
Pct. #3:
A.
AI-90411
Requesting approval of invoice as submitted by the contracted project engineer, Sames Engineering & Surveying for Precinct 3 Project.
| Invoice Number | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| Payment # 7 | 04/10/2023 | Extension of Shary Road | 853524 | $18,687.00 |
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.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-90308
A. Requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit A as surplus to sell through auction pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.151(2) and 263.152(a)(1);
B. Requesting authorization to advertise the auction pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.153;
C. Requesting authorization to remove assets listed in Exhibit A from Hidalgo County inventory after the auction and dispose of assets in the event that no bids are received pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152(a)(3).
B. Requesting authorization to advertise the auction pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.153;
C. Requesting authorization to remove assets listed in Exhibit A from Hidalgo County inventory after the auction and dispose of assets in the event that no bids are received pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152(a)(3).
Attachments:
2.
AI-90200
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension (C-20-543-04-20) for Purchase of Concrete Mix and Delivery with CEMEX under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
(Audio Reference 1h:02m 07s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 15.A.2.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 15.F.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 1h:02m 15s)
(Audio Reference 1h:02m 07s)
Valde Guerra stated that no action was to be taken on Consent Agenda item 15.A.2.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 15.F.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 1h:02m 15s)
Attachments:
B.
Forensic Center:
1.
AI-90425
Requesting approval to enter into a thirty-six (36) month agreement for the rental of ten (10) uniforms (5 tops and 5 bottoms) for three (3) employees, through HC's membership with OMNIA Cooperative (R-BB-19002), awarded vendor Cintas in the weekly amount of $36.60 with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
(Audio Reference 1h:02m 31s)
Valde Guerra stated that the caption should state for (10) uniform sets, and not (5 tops and 5 bottoms).
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 15.B.1, with 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 15.B.1, with stated correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the action that was taken to approve the remaining Consent Agenda. (Audio Reference 1h:02m 49s)
(Audio Reference 1h:02m 31s)
Valde Guerra stated that the caption should state for (10) uniform sets, and not (5 tops and 5 bottoms).
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 15.B.1, with 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 15.B.1, with stated correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the action that was taken to approve the remaining Consent Agenda. (Audio Reference 1h:02m 49s)
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-90476
Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) and final six (6) month extension, under the same rates, terms and conditions, pursuant to section five (5) of the County’s Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (C-22-0659-11-10) with the Hidalgo County Emergency Services District No. 2 for Temporary Emergency Medical Services.
Attachments:
2.
AI-90487
Requesting approval of payment for invoice 20F3 in the amount of $3,114.20 as submitted by Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC for the Pct. 1, Sunrise Hill Park Playground Equipment Installation.
Attachments:
3.
AI-90368
Requesting approval to process payment for invoice 10087 in the amount of $34,336.05 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Hike & Bike Trail Work Authorization #2.
Attachments:
4.
AI-90422
Requesting approval to process payment for invoice #23040 in the amount of $9,900.00 as submitted by Javier Hinojosa Engineering, for Pct.1 Sunrise Hill Park Pavilion & Parking Improvements.
Attachments:
5.
AI-90388
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) | 03/31/2023 | 11329342 | $2,923.89 | 784887 |
| Mile 6 WA #2 (M14½-SH107) | 03/31/2023 | 11329331 | $22,048.58 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #3 (M14½-SH107) | 03/31/2023 | 11329343 | $36,982.92 | 829916 |
| Mile 6 WA #4 (M11-M14½) | 03/31/2023 | 11329337 | $187,851.00 | 855602 |
| Mile 10 WA#1 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 03/31/2023 | 11329344 | $19,245.55 | 796083 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 03/31/2023 | 11329345 | $137,109.60 | 860539 |
D.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-90373
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date |
Invoice # |
Amount | PO# |
| Las Milpas Rd Project (WA#2) | 04/03/23 | 20365 | $20,063.19 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Prj (WA#2) | 04/03/23 | 20366 | $122,703.65 | 861129 |
| Las Milpas Rd Project (WA#3) | 04/03/23 | 20367 | $3,408.95 | Pending |
2.
AI-90430
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 03/31/23 | 11329332 | $41,511.37 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 03/31/23 | 11329333 | $26,799.97 | 853337 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#3) | 03/31/23 | 11329350 | $103,436.50 | 862757 |
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-90438
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project architect, ERO Architect for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC project.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 2022-0064R | 4-29-2022 | 862423 | $19,151.50 |
| 2022-0090 | 6-16-2022 | 862423 | $10,270.80 |
| 2022-0113 | 7-28-2022 | 862423 | $8,216.64 |
| 2022-0152 | 9-30-2022 | 862423 | $2,054.16 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-90386
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineers, L&G Engineers and B2Z Engineering for Precinct 3 projects.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329341 | 3-31-23 | Veterans Blvd. WA #2 | 763269 | $7,033.00 |
| 11329335 | 3-31-23 | Mile 3 Section II WA #5 | 773904 | $11,692.50 |
| 11329336 | 3-31-23 | Mile 3 WA #2 | 720579 | $1,194.20 |
| 11329334 | 3-31-23 | Liberty Rd. WA # 4 | 735736 | $2,400.00 |
| 30028 | 4-3-23 | Mile 3 PH I WA #1 | 823768 | $48,656.90 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-90335
Approval to pay the following invoice for professional services as submitted by Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc. for services in connection with the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center #C-22-0082-04-05:
| Date | Invoice No. | Amount |
| 05-02-2022 | 11551 | $6,720.00 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-90336
Approval to pay the following invoice for professional engineering services as submitted by B2Z Engineering in connection with the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center Project # C-22-0213-09-06:
| Date | Invoice No. | Amount |
| 3-22-2023 | 30025 | $8,968.16 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-90345
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by Brownstone Consultants in connection with the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center Project, contract # C-22-0214-05-17:
| Date | Invoice No. | Amount |
| 8-1-2022 | 4074673 | $8,600.80 |
| 9-1-2022 | 4077063 | $8,681.60 |
| 11-1-2022 | 4081443 | $3,764.50 |
| 3-31-2023 | 4094717 | $6,511.00 |
Attachments:
6.
AI-90326
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices for professional services as submitted by HALFF Associates, Inc. in connection with the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center C-22-0212-07-12:
| Date | Invoice No. | Amount |
| 9-13-2022 | 10080420 | $6,000.00 |
| 10-10-2022 | 10082184 | $5,151.25 |
| 11-17-2022 | 10084523 | $4,431.25 |
| 01-16-2023 | 10088289 | $530.00 |
| 2-20-2023 | 10090365 | $1,236.25 |
| 3-16-2023 | 10091910 | $4,745.00 |
Attachments:
F.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-90494
Acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 04/11/2023 | Trenton Roadway Improvements | Tedsi Infrastructure Group | 202684 | 859188 | $97,774.00 |
| 03/23/2023 | Flashing Signal Design | CobbFendley | 310413 | 856059 | $3,854.85 |
| 04/03/2023 | Sunflower Park | B2Z Engineering | 40207 | 830040 | $2,458.88 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-90468
Requesting authority to exercise the second (2nd) of five (5) one (1) year terms with LPJ Family Limited Partnership, under the same terms and conditions as provided on the current agreement "Citizen Collection Station in San Manuel Area" (C-16-108-04-05).
(Audio Reference 1h:02m 15s)
Vald Guerra stated that the appropriate paper work will be acquired, specifically the 1295 Form from the vendor for Consent Agenda item 15.F.2.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 15.F.2, with comments stated above.
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 15.F.2, with comments.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 15.B.1 (Audio Reference 1h:02m 31s)
(Audio Reference 1h:02m 15s)
Vald Guerra stated that the appropriate paper work will be acquired, specifically the 1295 Form from the vendor for Consent Agenda item 15.F.2.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 15.F.2, with comments stated above.
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 15.F.2, with comments.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 15.B.1 (Audio Reference 1h:02m 31s)
Attachments:
G.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-90406
Requesting authority to exercise the final extension with Platinum Translation LLC, under the same terms and conditions as provided on the current agreement "Language Interpretation and Translation American" (C-20-114-04-21).
Attachments:
2.
AI-90359
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | 3/31/23 | 11329347 | 12,599.76 | 858581 |
Attachments:
H.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-90466
Requesting approval of reimbursement to Dina R. Trevino in the amount of $27.25, for the purchase of five(5) duplicate original vehicle titles [needed for auction] from the Pharr TxDOT Office [as no Purchase Orders or Checks are accepted by TxDOT] for check to be issued after all processing procedures are completed.
Attachments:
2.
AI-90413
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet as attached hereto for the Purchase of Concrete Mix and Delivery, including re-advertising if applicable.
Attachments:
3.
AI-90400
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet as attached hereto with authority to re-advertise if/when applicable for EN-1 Road Stabilizer Material.
Attachments:
I.
County Courts:
1.
AI-90402
Requesting approval of the proposal submitted by Kofile, Inc. for The Preservation and Imaging of Commissioners' Court Index Book through Hidalgo County's membership with Texas Smart Buy Cooperative (TXMAS-18-3602), in the amount of $6,706.80; with authority for County Judge to sign any required documentation.
2.
AI-90384
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Ricoh Copier Lease (Model IMC4500) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $248.21 per month.
Attachments:
3.
AI-90383
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Ricoh Copier Lease (Model IMC4500) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $ 253.75 per month.
Attachments:
J.
County Treasurer:
1.
AI-90491
Requesting approval of the automatic renewal of service agreement between the Hidalgo County Treasurer’s Office and Superior Alarms for Burglary Alarm Monitoring Services for a term of three (3) years, under the same rates, terms, and conditions (20-194-05-05).
K.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-90423
Requesting approval to exercise the final one (1) year extension as permitted in contract for "Psychological Evaluations for Defendants" (C-20-553B-05-04) with Dr. Vittorio Puente, under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
L.
District Courts:
1.
AI-90407
Requesting approval of one (1), 48-month Ricoh Copier Lease Agreement (model IMC4500) with Ricoh USA, Inc. through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435) in the amount of $289.18 per month, for the 449th District Court.
Attachments:
M.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-90432
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet as attached hereto for the Debris Monitoring and Management Services, including re-advertising if necessary.
Attachments:
N.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-90385
Requesting approval of Payment Application #1 in the amount of $7,243.98 through PO# 860198 for A-1 Facilities (Alamo Environmental) regarding the CO Health Exterior Painting Project; with authority for Facilities Management Director Oscar Villarreal to sign all required documents.
Attachments:
2.
AI-90403
Requesting approval of Payment Application #2 in the amount of $3,711.46 through PO# 859091 for A-1 Facilities (Alamo Environmental) regarding the Election's Warehouse Renovation Project; with authority for Facilities Management Director Oscar Villarreal to sign all required documents.
Attachments:
O.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-90371
Requesting approval to process the following invoice from B2Z Engineering Professional Construction Management Services:
| Work Authorization # | Description | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Work Authorization #3 | Bio/Safety Laboratory Construction Management Services | 848232 | 40206 | 04/04/2023 | $42,346.41 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-90379
Requesting approval to process the following invoice from B2Z Engineering:
| Work Authorization # | Description | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Work Authorization #2 | Bio/Safety Laboratory Construction Management Services | 847843 | 20369 | 04/04/2023 | $7,123.94 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-90369
Requesting approval of service order #023334-02 to renew a 12-month term service agreement between Foremost Telecommunications and HC Health Department located at 1304 S. 25th Street (C-17-314-03-26).
Attachments:
P.
HIDTA - Task Force:
1.
AI-90481
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151 (1) requesting authorization to surplus and removal of CH 59 assets from HIDTA inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, of no value for the purpose which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
Q.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-90482
Requesting approval of payment for the following invoice as submitted by Noble Texas Builders for the upgrade to the Sheriff's Office Shooting Range Contract# 581-19 Payment #1 (P.O. # 860002).
| Invoice | Amount |
| 1 | $91,492.27 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-90390
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet RFB 23-0132-05-03-VWB "Lawn Care Services" for the Sheriff's Office, with authority to advertise and re-advertise, if applicable.
Attachments:
3.
AI-90397
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151 (1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from HC Sheriff's Office inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
4.
AI-90202
Requesting approval to exercise the final extension for C-22-0156-06-28 "Polygraph Examiner" with Purpose Driven Polygraph investigative Consultants, LLC under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
5.
AI-90188
A. Requesting authority to exercise the 7th of 10 extensions with The Geo Group, Inc. for the "Housing and Confinement of Inmates" for HC Sheriff's Office.
B. Requesting approval of price increase in the amount of $1.86 per inmate, from $61.99 per day to a proposed daily rate of $63.85 due to the standard cost of living rate (CPI), an increase of 3% beginning on the extension date, June 17, 2023.
B. Requesting approval of price increase in the amount of $1.86 per inmate, from $61.99 per day to a proposed daily rate of $63.85 due to the standard cost of living rate (CPI), an increase of 3% beginning on the extension date, June 17, 2023.
Attachments:
R.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-90495
Requesting approval of the automatic renewal of service agreement (20-169-04-21) between the Hidalgo County Tax Office and Superior Alarms for Burglary Alarm Monitoring Services for a term of three (3) years, under the same rates, terms, and conditions, subject to submission of form 1295 and certificate of insurance.
Attachments:
S.
WIC:
1.
AI-90483
Requesting approval of the automatic renewal of service agreement 20-198-05-19 between the Hidalgo County W.I.C. Office and Superior Alarms for Burglary Alarm Monitoring Services for a term of three (3) years, under the same rates, terms, and conditions, subject to vendor's submission of Form 1295.
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 18th 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 18, 2023.
Signed this 18th 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 18th 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 18, 2023.
Signed this 18th 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