SPECIAL MEETING - JUNE 30, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 30th day of June 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 |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 |
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 JUNE 30, 2023 8:45 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 14m:20s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda items 9.A and 10.C.1 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 remaining consent agenda items, excluding Consent Agenda items 9.A and 10.C.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 9.A for further discussion. (Audio Reference 14m:38s)
1.
AI-91410
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-91411
Presentation of Fund Information Report
3.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-91420
2023 - Executive Office (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-91393
2023 - Public Affairs (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-91363
2023 I. T. Department (1100 C.W.)
D.
AI-91329
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB State (1293)
4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-91416
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
B.
AI-91365
1. Preliminary Approval
a. Bespoke Subdivision- Pct. 2 (Bespoke Forwarding, LLC.) (Las Milpas Road & Stewart Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: C & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading Las Milpas Road side ditch and onsite detention at building permit stage.
ETJ: Yes, City of Pharr.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Las Milpas Road is paved.
b. S. A. Dominguez Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Saul Dominguez) (Gwin Road & Ramseyer 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 Gwin Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Gwin Road is paved.
c. Rancho De Arguelles Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Frank Arguelles) (Mile 10 North Road & Mile 1 West 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 Mile 10 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Mile 10 North Road is paved.
d. El Cordero Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Peña-Chapa Development) (Western Road & Mile 6 Road)
No. of Lots: 33 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 new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
e. Las Comadres No. 10 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos Leal) (Mile 4 Road & Abram Road)
No. of Lots: 56 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:12
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by HCDD No. 1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 Road and Abram Road are paved. 3 internal streets to be paved.
a. Bespoke Subdivision- Pct. 2 (Bespoke Forwarding, LLC.) (Las Milpas Road & Stewart Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: C & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by regrading Las Milpas Road side ditch and onsite detention at building permit stage.
ETJ: Yes, City of Pharr.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Las Milpas Road is paved.
b. S. A. Dominguez Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Saul Dominguez) (Gwin Road & Ramseyer 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 Gwin Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Gwin Road is paved.
c. Rancho De Arguelles Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Frank Arguelles) (Mile 10 North Road & Mile 1 West 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 Mile 10 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF.
Paved: Yes, Mile 10 North Road is paved.
d. El Cordero Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Peña-Chapa Development) (Western Road & Mile 6 Road)
No. of Lots: 33 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 new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Western Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
e. Las Comadres No. 10 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Carlos Leal) (Mile 4 Road & Abram Road)
No. of Lots: 56 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:12
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by HCDD No. 1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 Road and Abram Road are paved. 3 internal streets to be paved.
Attachments:
C.
AI-91345
1. Release of Letter of Credit No. 9005611
a. Rio Rico Ranchettes No. Subdivision- Pct. 1 (BPB Financial Services, LP) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 ½ East Road)
Release of Letter of Credit No. 9005611: $118,500.00 for (79) OSSF’S
a. Rio Rico Ranchettes No. Subdivision- Pct. 1 (BPB Financial Services, LP) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 1 ½ East Road)
Release of Letter of Credit No. 9005611: $118,500.00 for (79) OSSF’S
Attachments:
D.
AI-91347
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a.El Pinto Estates Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Garvic Properties) (F.M. 491 & Mile 4 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $54,000.00 for (36) OSSF’S
a.El Pinto Estates Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Garvic Properties) (F.M. 491 & Mile 4 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $54,000.00 for (36) OSSF’S
Attachments:
E.
AI-91368
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Sendero Trails Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Megaware Corp.) (US Hwy 281 & F.M. 490)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1) OSSF
a. Sendero Trails Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Megaware Corp.) (US Hwy 281 & F.M. 490)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1) OSSF
Attachments:
5.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-91315
Property Insurance:
Approval of payment for invoice 5056399 dated 06/23/2023 in the amount of $601,105.40 as submitted by McGriff Insurance Service, LLC, for 2nd Qtr. adjustments to the 2023 County Wide Commercial Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures and completed by County Auditor.
Approval of payment for invoice 5056399 dated 06/23/2023 in the amount of $601,105.40 as submitted by McGriff Insurance Service, LLC, for 2nd Qtr. adjustments to the 2023 County Wide Commercial Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures and completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
6.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-91341
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 06/01/2023 - 06/15/2023 in the amount of $45,207.83 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 06/01/2023 - 06/15/2023 in the amount of $45,207.83 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-91351
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | K2400.00.000.0139.05 | ROYAL FREIGHT L.P | $3,978.32 |
| 2 | O8050.99.000.0002.04 | INTAX, INC | $3,962.24 |
| 3 | J8145.99.000.0001.11 | ELSA STURZA | $8,749.81 |
| 4 | T0945.16.000.0003.00 | HELENA H MAK MICHAEL L VOGEL | $9,724.26 |
| 5 | M5255.00.000.0016.00 | LOPEZ PETERSON PLLC | $2,673.57 |
| 6 | L1100.01.004.0052.02 | CORELOGIC INC | $3,548.75 |
| 7 | A1800.00.040.0014.03 | CARLOS R GARZA | $2,872.61 |
| 8 | W0100.00.053.0001.02 | CAPITAL TITLE OF TEXAS LLC | $4,104.08 |
| 9 | H2050.02.000.0013.00 | CORELOGIC TAX SERVICES LLC | $8,556.42 |
| 10 | J3325.00.000.0018.00 | FREEDOM MORTGAGE | $8,531.35 |
| 11 | N3400.00.000.2042.19 | ISIDRO RODRIGUEZ | $1,070.94 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-91375
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | E3300.00.320.0000.10 | ASAS HEALTH | $47,983.51 |
| 2 | P9274.00.000.0009.00 | SIERRA TITLE OF HIDALGO COUNTY INC | $8,999.78 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-91376
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | L4737.99.00C.0001.13 | DOCTORS HOSPITAL AT RENAISSANCE | $61,864.49 |
| 2 | M4932.00.000.0007.00 | PAEZ PROPERTY HOLDING LLC | $7,575.90 |
| 3 | P6451.01.000.0004.00 | FAAT INVESTMENT GROUP LLC | $12,505.92 |
| 4 | P6451.99.000.0004.00 | MEDRANO PRODUCE LLC | $35,444.78 |
| 5 | P7545.01.000.0001.00 | EL CAMPU LLC | $22,796.43 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-91348
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | 01420.90.320.0031.79 | WEST RAYMOND WIND FARM LLC | $11,100.10 |
| 2 | 01420.90.320.0042.88 | WEST RAYMOND WIND FARM LLC | $3,232.38 |
| 3 | C0345.03.000.0028.00 | BENSE DENNIS & LAURIE BENSE | $3,677.96 |
| 4 | A1800.99.036.0015.11 | MHC ALAMO PALMS LLC | $4,982.49 |
| 5 | A1800.99.036.0015.11 | MHC ALAMO PALMS LLC | $4,568.98 |
| 7 | C2266.00.000.0003.00 | GALLEGOS JUAN E & BRENDA | $2,929.06 |
| 9 | B2060.00.000.00A1.00 | ADRYCA PROPERTIES LLC | $3,051.21 |
| 10 | C4440.04.026.0012.00 | 73PEGASUS LLC | $2,585.13 |
| 11 | D2800.00.002.0001.00 | M & R MISSION WEST LLC | $2,660.53 |
| 12 | J2120.00.000.0055.00 | MARTINEZ RICARDO & MELISSA | $2,903.46 |
| 13 | L6265.01.000.0029.00 | MARTINEZ-SOTO JOSE A | $5,157.23 |
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-91377
Constable Precinct 4:
Requesting approval to obtain memberships with the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) for Horaldo Sanchez and Atanacio Gaitan (Req. No. 00476083) in the total amount of $80.00 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 Horaldo Sanchez and Atanacio Gaitan (Req. No. 00476083) in the total amount of $80.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
9.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-91379
TJJD-A BASIC DS (1294):
Approval of the following salary schedule change in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
(Audio Reference 14m:38s)
Approval of the following salary schedule change in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 330-010 | 7109 | Probation Officer | 10/01 | $41,363.00 | 10/03 | $44,309.00 | 04/03/2023 |
(Audio Reference 14m:38s)
Valde Guerra stated that there was to be no action taken on Consent Agenda item 9.A.
No action was taken on Consent Agenda item 9.A
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 10.C.1 for futher discussion. (Audio Reference 14m:43s)
No action was taken on Consent Agenda item 9.A
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 10.C.1 for futher discussion. (Audio Reference 14m:43s)
Attachments:
10.
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-91260
A. In accordance with TLGC 263.151(2) and 263.152(a)(1) (3) requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" as surplus for the purpose of sale through auction and to remove assets after the auction or to dispose of assets in the event that no bids are received.
B. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise.
B. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise.
Attachments:
B.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-91412
Requesting authorization to enter into a 60-month capital lease agreement between Tax Office and Pitney Bowes, a BuyBoard awarded vendor (contract #656-21), for a monthly payment of $3,119.64 billed quarterly for a total of $9,358.92 through requisition# 00475759, with authority for County Judge to sign all documentation.
Attachments:
C.
County Judge's Office:
1.
AI-91394
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 $274.29 per month.
(Audio Reference 14m:43s)
Valde Guerra stated that there was to be no action taken on Consent Agenda item 10.C.1.
No action was taken on Consent Agenda item 10.C.1.
The Court proceeded with a clarification for a consent agenda item that was placed on the Consent Agenda pertaining to the meeting of June 23, 2023.
See the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda - Item 4 for the clarification. (Audio Reference 14m:48s)
(Audio Reference 14m:43s)
Valde Guerra stated that there was to be no action taken on Consent Agenda item 10.C.1.
No action was taken on Consent Agenda item 10.C.1.
The Court proceeded with a clarification for a consent agenda item that was placed on the Consent Agenda pertaining to the meeting of June 23, 2023.
See the Regular Commissioners' Court Agenda - Item 4 for the clarification. (Audio Reference 14m:48s)
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-91367
Approval of the following invoice for processing and payment as submitted by the contracted project Engineer Halff Associates Inc., for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC project.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 10098092 | 6-22-2023 | 862136 | $1,441.25 |
Attachments:
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-91389
Safety Division:
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 $287.59 per month.
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 $287.59 per month.
Attachments:
F.
Constables:
1.
AI-91358
Constable Pct. #1:
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Constitution. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include but not limited to: scratch pad, hacky sacks, stress reliever, key holders, cheering sticks, wristbands. These items will be used to inform, relate progress, educate and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety, education and events. All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Constitution. Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include but not limited to: scratch pad, hacky sacks, stress reliever, key holders, cheering sticks, wristbands. These items will be used to inform, relate progress, educate and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety, education and events. All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
Attachments:
G.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-91325
Requesting approval for the HC Health & Human Services Dept. to purchase Walmart gift cards in compliance with the Texas Department of State Health Services (grantor agency) to promote treatment compliance for Tuberculosis Program patients.
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 30th day of June 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 June 30, 2023.
Signed this 30th day of June 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 30th day of June 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 June 30, 2023.
Signed this 30th day of June 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy