CONSENT REGULAR MEETING - JULY 25, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 25th day of July A.D., 2023, there was begun and held a REGULAR 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 CONSENT REGULAR COMMISSIONERS COURT JULY 25, 2023 2:00 P.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 23m:35s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2., Consent Agenda Item 11.A, Consent Agenda Items 12.E.2 and 12.H.1., 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 remaining consent agenda items, excluding Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 & 7.A.2., Consent Agenda Item 11.A, and Consent Agenda Items 12.E.2 and 12.H.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 & 7.A.2., Consent Agenda Item 11.A, and Consent Agenda Items 12.E.2 and 12.H.1., for further discussion. (Audio Reference 24m:10s)
1.
AI-91790
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-91791
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-91695
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "The Shoppes 2022-2023 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $305,287.44 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Edinburg.
Attachments:
3.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-91777
2023 - Constable Pct 3 (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-91713
2023 - Facilities Management (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-91736
2023 - Facilities Management CO Wide (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-91696
2023 - DA FED SHRG-TREAS (1252)
Attachments:
E.
AI-91628
2023 - Health and Human Services - ELC (1293)
F.
AI-91632
2023 - Health and Human Services - PHEP (1293)
Attachments:
G.
AI-91660
2023 - Health and Human Services - TB Elimination(1293)
H.
AI-91667
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. / RLSS / LPHS (1293)
I.
AI-91668
2023 - Health & Human Services - Clinics (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-91717
2023 - Constable Pct. 2 (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-91751
2023 - I. T. Department (1100 C.W.)
Attachments:
L.
AI-91658
2023 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-91681
2023 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-91369
2023 - Pct. 2 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-91378
2023 - Pct. 2 Road Maint. (1200)
Attachments:
P.
AI-91636
2023 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-91625
2023 - Tax Office (1100)
Attachments:
R.
AI-91613
2023 - Tx AgriLife Extension (1100)
Attachments:
4.
2023 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-91749
PCT1 (1200):
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from R&B prog.(005), (721) to Admin. prog. (004), (310 and 610) in the amount of $29,000.00
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from R&B prog.(005), (721) to Admin. prog. (004), (310 and 610) in the amount of $29,000.00
Attachments:
B.
AI-91708
Pct. 4 Adm (1200):
Requesting approval of 2023 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Road Maint (prog. 007) to Pct.4 Admin (prog. 005) in the amount of $72,328.00 to fund renovations for the Administration Office.
Requesting approval of 2023 interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Road Maint (prog. 007) to Pct.4 Admin (prog. 005) in the amount of $72,328.00 to fund renovations for the Administration Office.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-91718
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-91743
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Maebelle Estates Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Onesimo Guerrero) (Moorefield Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 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 Moorefield Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Moorefield Road is paved.
b. El Encantado Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Development) (Hutto Road & Sioux Road)
No. of Lots: 231 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:32
Filling Stations:10
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, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Sioux Road and Hutto Road are paved. 8 internal streets to be paved.
a. Maebelle Estates Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Onesimo Guerrero) (Moorefield Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 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 Moorefield Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Moorefield Road is paved.
b. El Encantado Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Development) (Hutto Road & Sioux Road)
No. of Lots: 231 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:32
Filling Stations:10
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, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Sioux Road and Hutto Road are paved. 8 internal streets to be paved.
Attachments:
C.
AI-91609
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Tract 4 Delta Orchards Co. Unit 6 Subdivision (Mile 21 North Road & Mile 2 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Mile 21 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension running west approximately 330’ feet along the south side of Mile 21 North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 12 Weather Heights Subdivision (Mile 10 North Road & Mile 4 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Mile 4 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 4 West Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 16 Blk. 96 and Lot 13 Blk. 95 of Turner Tract Subdivision (County Road 3350 & County Road 3385) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 1 1/2” waterline west of County Road 3350.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring County Road 3350.
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1892622-EM14E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Los Venados Drive approximately 1 mile east of Expressway 281 (Pct. 4)
e.Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1892622-EM15E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Los Venados Drive approximately 435.00 feet east of Expressway 281 (Pct. 4)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Tract 4 Delta Orchards Co. Unit 6 Subdivision (Mile 21 North Road & Mile 2 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Mile 21 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension running west approximately 330’ feet along the south side of Mile 21 North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 12 Weather Heights Subdivision (Mile 10 North Road & Mile 4 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline east of Mile 4 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 4 West Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 16 Blk. 96 and Lot 13 Blk. 95 of Turner Tract Subdivision (County Road 3350 & County Road 3385) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 1 1/2” waterline west of County Road 3350.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring County Road 3350.
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1892622-EM14E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Los Venados Drive approximately 1 mile east of Expressway 281 (Pct. 4)
e.Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1892622-EM15E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North of Los Venados Drive approximately 435.00 feet east of Expressway 281 (Pct. 4)
Attachments:
6.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-91611
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2023 June
Attachments:
B.
AI-91600
District Clerk Fee report for the month of June 2023 $359,171.62
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-91656
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,940,297.47 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 07/03/2023 to 07/12/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 24m:11s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 7.A1 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 11.A. (Audio Reference 24m:31s)
| 07/03/2023 - 07/05/2023 | $529,546.21 |
| 07/06/2023 - 07/12/2023 | $1,410,751.26 |
| Total | $1,940,297.47 |
(Audio Reference 24m:11s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 7.A1 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 11.A. (Audio Reference 24m:31s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-91678
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 07/01/2023 - 07/15/2023 in the amount of $47,213.31 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 07/01/2023 - 07/15/2023 in the amount of $47,213.31 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-91562
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | E3300.99.000.0000.CK | KOMATSU FINANCIAL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | $4,332.77 |
| 2 | E4361.00.000.0007.00 | MARTINEZ ARMANDO & KRISTIN NICOLE | $3,696.03 |
| 3 | G8090.00.000.0086.00 | VEGA GUILLERMO GONZALEZ | $5,884.22 |
| 4 | H0450.00.087.0001.00 | MARTINEZ CARLOS | $2,999.73 |
| 5 | H2550.99.002.0010.16 | FRASAN GREEN SOLUTIONS LLC | $5,710.64 |
| 6 | J0850.00.000.0004.00 | AINSWORTH BRUCE H | $5,974.22 |
| 7 | J2280.03.000.006A.00 | EDINBURG RAM LLC | $2,687.94 |
| 8 | K2400.99.000.0319.00 | CARKENORD & SON'S CONTRACTORS INC | $5,190.27 |
| 9 | K2400.99.000.0319.00 | CARKENORD & SON'S CONTRACTORS INC | $5,141.13 |
| 10 | K2400.99.000.0319.00 | CARKENORD & SON'S CONTRACTORS INC | $5,049.97 |
| 11 | K6910.01.000.0050.00 | MARTINEZ DAVID A JR & MARIA J | $3,130.81 |
| 12 | L5365.00.000.0003.00 | EDINBURG LONE STAR PLAZA LLC | $12,676.43 |
| 13 | M0153.99.000.0005.03 | A-1 SKYLITE SIGN LLC | $11,157.11 |
| 14 | M0153.99.000.0008.04 | PNC BANK THE TOWER AT PNC PLAZA | $7,107.60 |
| 15 | M3249.00.000.0035.00 | MALDONADO ARMANDO A | $3,438.45 |
| 16 | M4023.02.000.0136.00 | RODRIGUEZ JUAN & ROSITA | $3,038.87 |
| 17 | M5200.00.258.0007.00 | CONWAY CROSSING 2 LLC | $4,618.38 |
| 18 | M5665.01.000.0021.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $2,677.95 |
| 19 | N2650.02.000.004A.00 | MAYAN CAPITAL MARKETING LLC | $2,618.06 |
| 20 | O0557.02.000.0092.00 | BARCO JAIME & NORMA | $5,517.80 |
| 21 | P6330.00.000.0001.00 | KAMPER INVESTMENTS LLC | $8,441.74 |
| 22 | Q0960.00.000.0009.00 | GONZALEZ CARLOS E & ESTHER | $2,757.58 |
| 23 | R0409.00.000.0007.00 | CONFIDENTIAL | $3,616.81 |
| 24 | R1520.00.000.0010.00 | GONZALEZ MELIDA E & JUAN G CANTU | $3,420.36 |
| 25 | S6590.02.000.0076.00 | MENDEZ DESIREE | $2,657.02 |
| 26 | T6410.00.006.0000.00 | LC GONZALEZ INV LLC | $10,053.80 |
| 27 | T8310.00.000.0015.00 | DE LA GARZA FERNANDO JR | $2,611.73 |
| 28 | V3804.00.000.0004.00 | BALBOA ALEJANDRO & ALLEN D CUMMINGS | $4,336.91 |
| 29 | W0100.00.023.0004.01 | FLORES RAMON ARTURO | $5,466.44 |
| 30 | W0100.00.045.0007.47 | RODRIGUEZ ANTONIO | $2,741.50 |
| 31 | W0100.00.045.0007.47 | RODRIGUEZ ANTONIO | $3,446.79 |
| 32 | W0100.00.045.0007.47 | RODRIGUEZ ANTONIO | $2,825.31 |
| 33 | W0753.00.000.0002.00 | SELMA'S DREAM LTD | $19,512.29 |
| 34 | W0753.02.000.0003.00 | SELMA'S DREAM LTD | $10,325.79 |
| 35 | W1400.00.003.0004.00 | GILLESPIE JON H & JEANINE G | $2,913.20 |
| 36 | W1400.00.003.0004.00 | GILLESPIE JON H | $2,929.73 |
| 37 | W3800.99.685.0000.98 | LEISURE WORLD | $5,372.94 |
| 38 | W3800.99.685.0000.98 | LEISURE WORLD | $3,937.92 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-91561
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | J2007.00.000.0004.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $4,017.48 |
| 2 | J2260.02.000.0014.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $2,904.60 |
| 3 | L5000.00.000.0002.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $2,590.97 |
| 4 | L5000.00.000.0003.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $5,564.47 |
| 5 | M1450.00.000.0002.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $4,070.59 |
| 6 | M1950.00.004.0001.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $10,221.85 |
| 7 | M2075.00.000.007A.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $3,914.25 |
| 8 | M2250.00.000.0002.01 | WONDERFUL CITRUS PACKING LLC | $5,516.09 |
| 9 | M2250.00.000.0002.01 | WONDERFUL CITRUS PACKING LLC | $5,575.38 |
| 10 | N6761.00.000.0002.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $4,305.07 |
| 11 | P5470.00.000.0003.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $3,111.15 |
| 12 | P6400.00.067.0001.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $3,966.44 |
| 13 | S6250.99.000.0066.06 | RIO FRESH INC | $9,830.49 |
| 14 | T9410.00.000.0001.00 | WONDERFUL CITRUS PACKING LLC | $12,340.27 |
| 15 | V1130.01.000.0001.00 | INTERNATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE | $4,711.47 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-91700
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | B2637.00.000.0002.00 | EH MCALLEN LLC | $38,112.44 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-91703
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | 00001.90.330.0083.00 | T-MOBILE WEST CORPORATION-27H | $3,926.86 |
| 2 | A1800.00.035.0004.06 | AGC ENTERPRISES LLC | $13,134.17 |
| 3 | A1800.00.035.0004.06 | AGC ENTERPRISES LLC | $9,480.81 |
| 4 | A1800.00.039.0005.02 | ESTANCIA PROPERTIES LLC | $3,214.85 |
| 5 | A5447.00.000.0008.00 | ZAID PROPERTIES FM 2004 LLC | $5,845.91 |
| 6 | B2310.00.000.0003.00 | RESACA INVESTMENTS LTD | $28,481.30 |
| 7 | B2310.00.000.0003.00 | RESACA INVESTMENTS LTD | $9,430.78 |
| 8 | B2550.99.000.0128.00 | L & R PRECAST CONCRETE WORKS C/O LIZA GARZA | $3,618.74 |
| 9 | C1830.99.000.0001.04 | CARMIKE AMC THEATERS | $40,524.61 |
| 10 | C4147.00.000.0001.00 | ROSE LARRY L & SYLVIA | $2,802.19 |
| 11 | P8770.01.000.000A.00 | HIGH FOUR INVESTMENT LLC | $58,875.01 |
| 12 | R0935.01.000.0020.00 | GARZA CARLOS & MARIA S | $2,641.84 |
| 13 | T8120.00.000.0001.00 | RESACA INVESTMENTS LTD | $135,513.05 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-91722
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | M2280-99-000-000B-09 | T-MOBILE US, INC (PT) | $2,588.44 |
| 2. | S5800-00-000-0028-00 | RAM INVESTMENTS DBA VILLA RAMA SUBDIVISION | $3,038.1 |
| 3. | W2300-00-054-0013-00 | ATANACIO & FORTINA SALINAS | $3,054.69 |
Attachments:
F.
AI-91724
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | C2243-01-000-0001-00 | RICHARDSON DANIEL | $5,043.01 |
| 2. | M4023-02-000-0138-00 | WYATT LARRY & DEBRA SUE | $3,269.25 |
| 3. | P3105-00-000-0004-00 | HERNANDEZ RAMON & ANTONIA | $2,717.91 |
| 4. | R2255-02-000-0137-00 | DEDEN NILES VINCENT & SUSAN MARIE | $2,742.55 |
| 5. | T5438-02-007-0014-00 | CISNEROS ROBERTO TRUSTEE ROBERT & LOIDA | $2,613.55 |
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-91616
476th DC (1100):
Requesting approval to pay the 2023 membership dues to Texas Association of Court Administration (TACA) for Aurora Sanchez, Assistant Court Coordinator in the total amount of $75.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay the 2023 membership dues to Texas Association of Court Administration (TACA) for Aurora Sanchez, Assistant Court Coordinator in the total amount of $75.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-91626
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 $280.00 (Requisition #477035), 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 $280.00 (Requisition #477035), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-91641
Sheriff's Dept (1100):
Requesting approval of requisition # 477138 for 2023 membership dues to Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Requesting approval of requisition # 477138 for 2023 membership dues to Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
D.
AI-91622
Health and Human Services (1293):
Approval to pay the Texas Association of City and County Health Officials (TACCHO) membership for 2023 - 2024 year with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval to pay the Texas Association of City and County Health Officials (TACCHO) membership for 2023 - 2024 year with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
10.
Urban County:
A.
AI-91701
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Equipment from Fisher Scientific Company, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $1,026.53. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized.
B.
AI-91619
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Equipment from Mozart Holding, LP dba Medline Industries, LP for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $35,897.06. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized.
C.
AI-91744
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Electronic Equipment for Granjeno Public facility from Intech Southwest Services in the amount of $28,491.00 UCP Fiscal Year 32 (2019) City of Granjeno Public Services.
Attachments:
11.
Pct. #4:
A.
AI-91353
Requesting reimbursement for Commissioner Pct. 4 Ellie Torres in the amount of $315.00 for December 2022 - July 2023 invoices paid to Switcher after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 24m:31s)
Valde Guerra stated a correction for Consent Agenda item 11.A., agenda item should read December 2022 through June 2023 invoices, and not December 2022 through July 2023.
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 agenda item 11.A., with stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 12.E.2.
Valde Guerra stated a correction for Consent Agenda item 11.A., agenda item should read December 2022 through June 2023 invoices, and not December 2022 through July 2023.
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 agenda item 11.A., with stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 12.E.2.
Attachments:
B.
AI-91664
Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water service with North Alamo Water Supply for one (1) Water Meter for Pct.4 East Side Soccer Park located at 4550 N. Cesar Chavez Rd Edinburg, TX and if applicable, authority to execute required documents.
Attachments:
12.
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-91617
A. Approval to submit application for eligibility to the Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) for the Federal Surplus Property Program to receive and/or purchase Federal Surplus Property with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation;
B. Authority to complete and submit Donee Request Form(s) for existing authorized county elected offices, departments, agencies and/or programs with approval to add same.
B. Authority to complete and submit Donee Request Form(s) for existing authorized county elected offices, departments, agencies and/or programs with approval to add same.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91768
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Morganti Texas, Inc. Contract Allowance Expenditure No.61, with authority for County Judge and/or County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation;
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of Morganti Texas, Inc. Payment Application No. 60, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor; with authority to issue a manual check if applicable.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of Morganti Texas, Inc. Payment Application No. 60, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor; with authority to issue a manual check if applicable.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-91729
Requesting approval of payment application # 40 in the amount of $109.40 submitted by Sames Engineering and Surveying for Pct. #1 Mile 6 West Road Project (Mile 9 to Mile 11).
Attachments:
2.
AI-91651
Requesting approval to process payment for invoice #10090 in the amount of $60,685.84 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Hike & Bike Trail Project with WA #2.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-91623
Approval of payment of Invoice #084-05 (FINAL) in the amount of $4,972.50 submitted by the project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-19-066-02-26 (WA#1), for the Pct 2 Minnesota Road Project.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91582
Approval of Application for Payment No. 6 in the amount of $628,048.30 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:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-91685
Requesting approval to process Payment #10 as submitted by the contracted engineer, SAMES, Inc., for Precinct 3 Extension of Shary Road 2 Miles North of SH 107 in the amount of $10,734.00 dated 06-30-2023, PO.#853524.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91679
Requesting approval to process and pay invoice #10099858 as submitted by the contracted project Engineer Halff Associates Inc., for Precinct 3, El Paraiso CRC project in the amount of $1,441.25 dated 07-14-2023, PO#862136.
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-91670
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 6 from The 5125 Company, for the Terry Road Stormwater Project (Rogers to North Branch) [C-22-0044-05-31/ARPA-22-124-048], to include additional services in the amount of $31,040.00; as recommended by Project Engineer, HC Drainage District No.1.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91747
Requesting authority to ratify agenda item #91372 approved by HCCC on 07/11/2023, to reflect the correct project description: "Construction for Mile 17 Rd Stormwater Project" (RFB No. 22-0087), (ARPA-22-124-049). (Audio Reference 25m:10s)
Purchasing Director, Ignacio Amezcua, made a correction to the description of Consent Agenda item 12.E.2., as it should read Hidalgo County Pct. 4 Mile 17 Rd. Stormwater Project No. 22-0087, ARPA-22-124-049.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval 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 12.E.2., with stated correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 12.H.1.
Purchasing Director, Ignacio Amezcua, made a correction to the description of Consent Agenda item 12.E.2., as it should read Hidalgo County Pct. 4 Mile 17 Rd. Stormwater Project No. 22-0087, ARPA-22-124-049.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval 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 12.E.2., with stated correction.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 12.H.1.
Attachments:
3.
AI-91709
Requesting approval of the following project invoices for processing and payment:
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 06/14/2023 | Flashing Signal Design | CobbFendley | 313583 | 856059 | $1,284.95 |
| 06/14/2023 | CIP Hidalgo County Road & Bridge | CobbFendley | 313584 | 852867 | $319.20 |
| 03/20/2023 | All Star Park | G&G Contractors | 3 | 843995 | $188,290.29 |
| 07/18/2023 | North Main Drain III Phase I Stormwater ARPA No. 22-124-095 | TEDSI | 202747 | 855577 | $10,506.63 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-91706
Requesting approval of the following ARPA invoices for processing and payment:
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | ARPA Number | Invoice Amount |
| 06/12/2023 | North Main Drain III Phase I Stormwater | TEDSI | 202727 | 855577 | 22-124-095 | $16,497.46 |
| 05/17/2023 | Rio Grande Care Rd Stormwater Project | The 5125 Company | Retainage | 851352 | 22-124-064 | $19,750.49 |
| 03/31/2023 | Tex Mex Rd Stormwater Project | Melden & Hunt, Inc. | 0085736 | 847735 | 22-124-047 | $3,422.50 |
| 06/30/2023 | North Main Drain III Phase II | L&G Engineers | 11329468 | 855257 | 22-124-096 | $28,740.23 |
| 07/10/2023 | Hoehn Stormwater Project | Mor-Wil, L.L.C | 3 | 856095 | 22-124-097 | $391,266.84 |
Attachments:
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-91738
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract under the same rates, terms, and conditions with TFR Enterprises, Inc, Aftermath Disaster Recovery, & Mor-Wil, LLC (Contract C-21-0482(A)(B)(C)-08-10).
Attachments:
2.
AI-91691
Requesting approval to exercise the final extension for "Hauling Services for Millings" with Ygriega Environmental Services LLC under the same rates, terms, and conditions(C-22-0429-098-06). .
Attachments:
3.
AI-91629
Requesting approval to add the following vehicles and fuel card users with US Bank Voyager:
- HC Health and Human Services - add 5 fuel card users
- HC Constable PCT 3 - add 1 fuel card user
- HC Constable PCT 3 - add 1 vehicle
- HC Nuisance Abetment - add 3 vehicles
Attachments:
G.
County Clerk:
1.
AI-91677
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for Purchase, Removal, and Related Services for Shredded and Recyclable Materials, including re-advertising if necessary.
Attachments:
H.
County Courts:
1.
AI-91642
Requesting approval to purchase records management and preservation services with Kofile, Inc. for The Preservation and Imaging of Commissioners' Court Index Books through Hidalgo County's membership with Texas Smart Buy Cooperative (TXMAS-18-3602), in the amount of $5,586.32; with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation. (Audio Reference 26m:00s)
Purchasing Director, Ignacio Amezcua, made a correction to the description of Consent Agenda item 12.H.1., as it should read, for The Preservation and Imaging of Deeds through Hidalgo County's membership with Texas Smart Buy Cooperative in the amount of $5,586.32; with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval with stated correction.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.H.1., with stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda - Item 5. (Audio Reference 26m:43s)
Purchasing Director, Ignacio Amezcua, made a correction to the description of Consent Agenda item 12.H.1., as it should read, for The Preservation and Imaging of Deeds through Hidalgo County's membership with Texas Smart Buy Cooperative in the amount of $5,586.32; with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval with stated correction.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.H.1., with stated correction.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda - Item 5. (Audio Reference 26m:43s)
I.
County Judge's Office:
1.
AI-91704
Requesting approval of one (1) 48 month Ricoh Copier Lease (Model IMC4510) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $280.00 per month.
Attachments:
J.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-91663
A. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water services with the City of Edinburg for the new District Attorney's Office located at 101 N 10th Ave. Edinburg, TX 78541 and if applicable, with authority for the Facilities Management Director to sign any required documents.
B. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for electrical services with Gexa Energy through County contract C-20-628-12-08 for the new District Attorney's Office located at 101 N 10th Ave. Edinburg, TX 78541 and if applicable, with authority for the Facilities Management Director to sign any required documents.
B. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for electrical services with Gexa Energy through County contract C-20-628-12-08 for the new District Attorney's Office located at 101 N 10th Ave. Edinburg, TX 78541 and if applicable, with authority for the Facilities Management Director to sign any required documents.
2.
AI-91624
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by project engineer Raba Kistner for project located in Precinct 4.
| Invoice Date | P.O. Number | Vendor / Project | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 3/23/2023 | 838621 | Raba Kistner / New Justice Center | R032104 | $883.03 |
Attachments:
K.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-91571
Requesting approval to process the following invoice from B2Z Engineering Professional Construction Management Services in connection with the Bio-Safety Laboratory:
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Work Authorization # 3 | 848232 | 40210 | 07/05/2023 | $16,879.52 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-91682
Requesting approval to pay invoice #10099857 for professional engineering services as submitted by HALFF Associates, Inc in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Health Clinic Project in the amount of $1,441.25 dated 07-14-2023, for WA#1, PO# 853723.
Attachments:
3.
AI-91559
Requesting approval to process the following invoice from B2Z Engineering in connection with the Bio Safety Laboratory:
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| Work Authorization # 2 | 847843 | 20384 | 07/05/2023 | $3,885.78 |
Attachments:
L.
HIDTA - Task Force:
1.
AI-91612
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Telephone and Fax Service Agreement with Luksa Enterprises LLC dba Landstar Telecom at $162.00 total monthly fee with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
Attachments:
M.
IT Department:
1.
AI-91579
Requesting to exercise the one (1) year extension with Smartcom Telephone for the "Master Service Agreement" (C-20-484-0915) effective September 15, 2023, through September 14, 2024, under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
N.
J.P.'s:
1.
AI-91714
Justice of the Peace - Pct. 1 PL 2
Requesting approval of (1) 48 month Ricoh Lease (Model IM C530FB) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $171.11 per month.
Requesting approval of (1) 48 month Ricoh Lease (Model IM C530FB) with Ricoh USA, INC through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435, exp 09/25/2023) in the amount of $171.11 per month.
Attachments:
O.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-91557
Pursuant to Section 3 of the service contract, "Contract Transition (Grace Period)" of Contract C-19-073-08-13, requesting authority to exercise the 60-day extension at the end of the contract term under the same rates, terms, and conditions with South Texas Communications while the procurement process is complete.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91671
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year renewal with Keefe Commissary Network, LLC under same rates, terms and conditions (C-18-014-06-05).
Attachments:
3.
AI-91551
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove an asset(s) from Hidalgo County Jail inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items(s) deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
P.
WIC:
1.
AI-91697
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for Lease of Office Space-for the WIC Clinic in Donna with authority to re-advertise if applicable.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91699
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for Lease of Office Space for the McAllen WIC Clinic, with authority to re-advertise if applicable.
Attachments:
3.
AI-91633
Requesting authority to exercise the third (3) of five (5), one (1) year extension as provided in the current contract C-21-012-06-15 under the same rates, terms and conditions with Julcar, LLC for the "Lease of Office Space - McAllen WIC Program". Effective from October 1st, 2023 to September 30th, 2024.
Attachments:
4.
AI-91634
Requesting authority to exercise the third (3), of five (5) one (1) year extension with Julcar, LLC for "Lease of Office Space for Lactation Center - McAllen WIC Program" under the same rates, terms and conditions (C-21-395-06-15).
Attachments:
5.
AI-91593
Requesting authority to exercise the second (2) of three (3) one (1) year extension with Laura Salinas, under the same rates, terms and conditions as provided under the current agreement C-19-172-09-17 for Lease of Office Space for WIC-City of Mercedes.
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 25th day of July, 2023
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on July 25, 2023.
Signed this 28th day of July 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 25th day of July, 2023
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on July 25, 2023.
Signed this 28th day of July 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy