SPECIAL MEETING - AUGUST 8, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 8th day of August 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 AUGUST 8, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 26m:59s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull consent agenda items 2.C, 7.A.1, 7.A.2, 12.H.1, and 12.L.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. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda items 2.C, 7.A.1, 7.A.2, 12.H.1, and 12.L.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda item 2.C for further discussion. (Audio Reference 27m:18s)
1.
AI-91972
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-91977
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-91912
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "Entertainment Center" 2022-2023 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $105,916.59 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 4, City of Edinburg.
Attachments:
C.
AI-91914
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Mission 2022-2023 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $3,584,009.75 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Mission, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Mission. (Audio Reference 27m:18s)
As per Valde Guerra, no action was to be taken on agenda item 2.C.
No action was taken on consent agenda item 2.C.
The Court proceeded to consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 27m:24s)
As per Valde Guerra, no action was to be taken on agenda item 2.C.
No action was taken on consent agenda item 2.C.
The Court proceeded to consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2 for further discussion. (Audio Reference 27m:24s)
Attachments:
3.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-91898
2023 - Facilities Management CO Wide (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-91900
2023 - Facilities Management (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-91904
2023 - Public Affairs (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-91813
2023 - Adult Probation - RSAT (1289)
Attachments:
E.
AI-91820
2023 - I.T. Department (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-91826
2023 - Constable Pct.3 (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-91831
2023 - Justice of the Peace PCT1, PL2 (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-91793
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. - H.D. Adm (1293)
Attachments:
I.
AI-91808
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Equity Disparities(1293)
Attachments:
J.
AI-91846
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. - H.D. Adm (1293)
Attachments:
K.
AI-91903
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept - H.D.Adm (1293)
Attachments:
L.
AI-91848
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TECE (1293)
M.
AI-91871
2023 - DA VAP (1281)
Attachments:
N.
AI-91789
2023 - 139th D.C. (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-91921
2023 - CRIM DA (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-91926
2023 - Health & Human Services Dept. - Clinics (1100)
Attachments:
Q.
AI-91879
2023 - Pct. 2 Road Maint. (1200)
Attachments:
R.
AI-91924
2023 - Pct 2 CRC San Juan (1100)
Attachments:
S.
AI-91933
2023 - Pct. 2 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
4.
2023 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-91917
PCT1 (1100):
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from Sanitation prog.(001), (626) to Parks prog. (013), (626) in the amount of $3,000.00
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from Sanitation prog.(001), (626) to Parks prog. (013), (626) in the amount of $3,000.00
Attachments:
B.
AI-91922
DISTRICT ATTORNEY (1100)
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from CRIM DA Program 002 to CIVIL LITIGATION Program 013 in the amount of $1784.00.
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from CRIM DA Program 002 to CIVIL LITIGATION Program 013 in the amount of $1784.00.
Attachments:
C.
AI-91877
Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd Prj (10th-McColl) (1200):
Approval of 2023 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance (Prog. 006) into Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd Prj. (10th-McColl) (Prog. 147) in the amount of $25.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Approval of 2023 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance (Prog. 006) into Pct 2 Las Milpas Rd Prj. (10th-McColl) (Prog. 147) in the amount of $25.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Attachments:
D.
AI-91878
Pct 2 (1100):
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Parks (prog. 008) into Pct 2 CRC Alamo (prog. 082) & Pct 2 Sanitation (prog. 001) in the total amount of $450.00 to fund late fee expenditures.
Approval of 2022 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Parks (prog. 008) into Pct 2 CRC Alamo (prog. 082) & Pct 2 Sanitation (prog. 001) in the total amount of $450.00 to fund late fee expenditures.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-91905
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-91910
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMIT
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Caledonia Estates Subdivision; Proposed Golden Acres Subdivision all of lots 20-22 (Curry Road & Doolittle Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Curry Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Seven 1” water service line with a 4” PVC casing boring Curry Road and Four 6” fire hydrants water extensions with 10” PVC casing boring Curry Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.00 acres out of Lot 20 Delta Orchards Co. #1; Proposed Leal Ranch Subdivision (Mile 20 North Road & Valverde Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 20 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 20 North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 25.77 acres out of Lot 5 Blk. 45 Alamo Land & Sugar Co.; Proposed Cantera Hermosa Phase 3 Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line extension with a 16” PVC casing boring Eldora Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Delta Orchards Co. Unit 1 Lot 12 Subdivision (Mile 20 North Road & Skinner Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 20 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 20 North Road.
e. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Texas Gardens Blk. 8 Lot 14 Subdivision (Western Road & Mile 5 Road) (Pct. 3) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Western Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road.
f. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: One acre out of Lot 458 John H. Shary Subdivision (Las Palmas Drive & Mile 6 Road) (Pct. 4) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline north of Las Palmas Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Las Palmas Road.
g. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Ramseyer Gardens No. 2 all of Lots 143 & 144 Subdivision (Big 5 Road & Mile 13 North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline west of Big 5 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Big 5 Road.
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3635935-WE01E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Oliver Ave. approximately 145.00 feet east of Mile 4 West Road. (Pct. 1)
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3823769-EM37E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Carmen Avila Road approximately 335.00 feet south of Barry Drive. (Pct. 4)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Caledonia Estates Subdivision; Proposed Golden Acres Subdivision all of lots 20-22 (Curry Road & Doolittle Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Curry Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Seven 1” water service line with a 4” PVC casing boring Curry Road and Four 6” fire hydrants water extensions with 10” PVC casing boring Curry Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.00 acres out of Lot 20 Delta Orchards Co. #1; Proposed Leal Ranch Subdivision (Mile 20 North Road & Valverde Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 20 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 20 North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 25.77 acres out of Lot 5 Blk. 45 Alamo Land & Sugar Co.; Proposed Cantera Hermosa Phase 3 Subdivision (Eldora Road & Tower Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Eldora Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line extension with a 16” PVC casing boring Eldora Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Delta Orchards Co. Unit 1 Lot 12 Subdivision (Mile 20 North Road & Skinner Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Mile 20 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One ¾” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 20 North Road.
e. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Texas Gardens Blk. 8 Lot 14 Subdivision (Western Road & Mile 5 Road) (Pct. 3) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Western Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Western Road.
f. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: One acre out of Lot 458 John H. Shary Subdivision (Las Palmas Drive & Mile 6 Road) (Pct. 4) Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline north of Las Palmas Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Las Palmas Road.
g. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Ramseyer Gardens No. 2 all of Lots 143 & 144 Subdivision (Big 5 Road & Mile 13 North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline west of Big 5 Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Big 5 Road.
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3635935-WE01E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Oliver Ave. approximately 145.00 feet east of Mile 4 West Road. (Pct. 1)
i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3823769-EM37E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Carmen Avila Road approximately 335.00 feet south of Barry Drive. (Pct. 4)
Attachments:
- 1.GOLDEN ACRES-Nawsc
- 2.LEAL RANCH SUB (WATER)
- 3.CANTERA HERMOSA PH3 (WATER)
- 4.JAIME OZUNA-Nawsc
- 5.Texan Gardens Blk 8 Lt 14 (6008 Western Rd )-Agua Sud
- 6.Carlos Ginther Noterized Permit-Swsc
- 7.Ramseyer Gardens; Juan Alvarez-swsc
- 8. Rancho Nuevo Estates 7973 Olivera ave.3635935-WE01E-Spectrum
- 9.Carmen Avila subdivisin.pdf 9120 Carmen Avila;3823769-EM37E-spectrum
6.
County Treasurer:
A.
AI-91882
Hidalgo County 2023 2nd Quarter Investment Report
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-91818
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $2,059,765.82 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 07/13/2023 to 07/31/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 27m:24s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1. (Audio Reference 27m:44s)
| 07/13/2023 -07/19/2023 | $739,822.53 |
| 07/20/2023 - 07/26/2023 | $851,496.91 |
| 07/27/2023 - 07/31/2023 | $468,446.38 |
| TOTAL | $2,059,765.82 |
(Audio Reference 27m:24s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on consent agenda items 7.A.1 and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1. (Audio Reference 27m:44s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-91881
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 07/16/2023 - 07/31/2023 in the amount of $25,088.53 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 07/16/2023 - 07/31/2023 in the amount of $25,088.53 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-91940
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | M0312.01.000.0011.00 | GUZMAN ADRIAN & MARIA M | 2,655.97 |
Attachments:
9.
Urban County:
A.
AI-91843
“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 $3,918.02. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized.
B.
AI-91841
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Equipment from Henry Schein, Inc. for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $8,027.22. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized.
10.
IT Department:
A.
AI-91803
Authorization and approval to purchase new data service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| Constable Pct. 3 | 1 | New Data Service |
Attachments:
11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-91787
476th District Court (1100):
Approval of the following 2023 Salary Schedule changes, effective 07/11/2023:
Approval of the following 2023 Salary Schedule changes, effective 07/11/2023:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance | Net Change |
| Delete Interpreter Pay | 013-001 | 0005 | Bailiff II (DC) | $3,000.00 | $0.00 | ($3,000.00) |
| Add Interpreter Pay | 013-001 | 0006 | Bailiff I | $0.00 | $3,000.00 | $3,000.00 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-91863
PCT3 VARIOUS ROAD PROJECTS:
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from CO2019A Pct 3 FM1925 program 133, CO2020 Pct 3 FM1925 program 133, CO2020 Pct 3 Mile 2-3 program 149-0, CO2020 Pct 3 Mile 4-5 program 150 to CO2019A Pct 3 Los Ebanos program 154, CO2020 Pct 3 Los Ebanos program 154, TXDOT-Pct 3 Veterans program 107, TXDOT-Pct 3 Mile 3 Phase II program 123, and TXDOT-Pct 3 Liberty Phase II program 136 in the amount of $2,528,315.25 to fund projects expenditures.
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from CO2019A Pct 3 FM1925 program 133, CO2020 Pct 3 FM1925 program 133, CO2020 Pct 3 Mile 2-3 program 149-0, CO2020 Pct 3 Mile 4-5 program 150 to CO2019A Pct 3 Los Ebanos program 154, CO2020 Pct 3 Los Ebanos program 154, TXDOT-Pct 3 Veterans program 107, TXDOT-Pct 3 Mile 3 Phase II program 123, and TXDOT-Pct 3 Liberty Phase II program 136 in the amount of $2,528,315.25 to fund projects expenditures.
Attachments:
C.
AI-91798
WIC Adm (1292):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budget Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 350-001 | 0117 | Clerk II | 03/04 | $26,759.00 | 03/05 | $27,696.00 | 07/31/2023 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-91929
Health Dept (1100):
Approval of the following change in funding source, effective next full pay period 08/14/2023:
Approval of the following change in funding source, effective next full pay period 08/14/2023:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||
| Dept/Prg | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Dept/Prg | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S |
| 340-001 | 113 | 0086 | Registered Nurse IV | 17/01 | 340-003 | 113 | 0194 | Registered Nurse IV | 17/01 |
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-91802
Requesting approval to exercise the one (1) one (1) year extension as permitted in the contract with Frontera Materials, Inc. for "Type D Hot Mix Asphalt-Gravel-only" (C-22-0525-10-18) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-91908
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 #2 (M14½-SH107) | 07/31/2023 | 11329493 | $66,750.00 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #3 (M14½-SH107) | 07/31/2023 | 11329488 | $13,500.00 | 829916 |
| Mile 6 WA #4 (M11-M14½) | 07/31/2023 | 11329504 | $13,310.00 | 855602 |
| Mile 6 WA #5 (M11-M14½) | 07/31/2023 | 11329482 | $120,565.35 | 862918 |
| Mile 10 WA#1 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 07/31/2023 | 11329489 | $2,475.00 | 796083 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 07/31/2023 | 11329490 | $161,181.87 | 860539 |
2.
AI-91911
Requesting approval to process payment for invoice No. 22-012-4 in the amount of $26,160.00 as submitted by Supreme Engineering, PLLC for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Inline Check Valves Project.
Attachments:
3.
AI-91916
Requesting approval to process payment for invoice #10091 in the amount of $180,591.73 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Hike & Bike Trail Project with WA #2.
Attachments:
4.
AI-91809
Requesting approval to amend exhibit “A” items from Precinct 1 inventory declared as “Salvage Property“ that were not included when approved by CC on 08-14-2018, AI-66003, these items listed were for destruction and disposal via landfill due to water damage beyond repair due to the June 2017 Torrential Rain Event.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-91895
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct 2 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| SH107/Bus281 RD & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#3) | 07/31/23 | 11329483 | $6,746.72 | 862757 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 07/31/23 | 11329494 | $54,993.14 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 07/31/23 | 11329495 | $9,091.26 | 853337 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) | 07/31/23 | 11329499 | $6,400.00 | 826939 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#1) | 07/31/23 | 11329505 | $79,373.00 | 750481 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-91918
Approval of Application for Payment No. 7 in the amount of $221,268.34 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:
3.
AI-91925
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) | 08/01/23 | 20387 | $26,750.91 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Prj (WA#2) | 08/01/23 | 20388 | $31,076.23 | 861129 |
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-91880
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 |
| 11329484 | 7-31-2023 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 | $8,258.12 |
| 11329497 | 7-31-2023 | Mile 3 WA #5 | 773904 | $1,800.00 |
| 11329481 | 7-31-2023 | Mile 3 WA #2 | 720579 | $1,791.30 |
| 11329496 | 7-31-2023 | Liberty WA #4 | 735736 | $900.00 |
| 30032 | 8-1-2023 | Mile3 N. Rd. WA#1 | 823768 | $52,811.05 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-91855
Approval of Payment Application No. 27 in the amount of $363,485.33 to REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." CSJ:0921-02-321 with contract #C-20-294-02-23, as certified for payment by project engineer, B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
3.
AI-91801
Requesting approval to process invoice #2023-097 dated 07-23-2023 for payment as submitted by contracted project architect, ERO Architect for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC project in the amount of $17,710.00.
Attachments:
4.
AI-91936
Requesting authority to ratify agenda item #91754 approved by HCCC on 07/25/2023, to reflect the correct project title: “Los Ebanos Road Project from IH-2 to FM 1016 (Military Highway)”.
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-91864
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 1 from Blue Dot Site and Utilities, LLC, for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Encore Ranches Stormwater Project (C-22-0047-12-13 )(ARPA 22-124-050), to include additional services in the amount of $12,000.00, as recommended by project engineer, HCDD1.
Attachments:
F.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-91875
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings & Supp. No.3 to WA No.1 services 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. | 7/31/23 | 11329492 | $28,899.76 | 858581 |
Attachments:
G.
Adult Probation:
1.
AI-91796
Requesting authority to exercise the ten (10) year extension with Hidalgo County Community Supervision & Correction Department for "Interlocal Lease Agreement for the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility (SATF) Building" for under the same rates, terms and conditions (C-13-314-09-11).
Attachments:
H.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-91885
Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension for security guard services with MLG Protection Services, LLP, under the same rates, terms, and conditions (C-20-059-08-04).
(Audio Reference 27m:44s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1
See consent agenda item 12.L.1 for the action taken.
(Audio Reference 27m:44s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1
See consent agenda item 12.L.1 for the action taken.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91860
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension as provided in the current contract (C# C-21-0496(A)(B)(C)(D)-07-27) for H.C. "Turnkey Water Extraction and Related Services" under the same rates, terms and conditions with:
- Butch’s Oilfield Services
- Longhorn Services, Inc.
- Ygriega Environmental Services
- Mo-Vac Services Company, Inc.
Attachments:
- 1295 & 1295 Acknowledged - Ygriega Environmental Services LLC
- Vendor Memo - Butch's Oilfield Services
- Contract - Butch's Oilfield services, Inc.
- Contract - Longhorn Services, Inc.
- Contract - Ygriega Environmental Services, LLC.
- Contract - Mo-Vac Services Company, Inc.
- Vendor Memo - Ygriega Environmental Services LLC
3.
AI-91876
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for Purchase of Hidalgo County Vehicles with authority to re-advertise if applicable.
Attachments:
4.
AI-91851
Requesting authorization to utilize Big D Tractor LLC (dba Blue Cat Rentals & Frontera Equipment) through Purchasing Cooperative of America Contract (#OD-328-20) for rental of heavy equipment County Wide.
Attachments:
I.
District Clerk:
1.
AI-91814
Requesting approval of service agreement for the use of Accurint for Government Services (on-line researches and reports) with LexisNexis Risk Solutions for the District Clerks Office, for a monthly fee of $130.00 to commence August 01, 2023 through July 31, 2024, with authority for County Judge to sign any required documents.
J.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-91807
A. Requesting authorization and approval to apply for water services with the City of Edinburg for new facility located at 107 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 facility located at 107 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 facility located at 107 N 10th Ave. Edinburg, TX 78541 and if applicable, with authority for the Facilities Management Director to sign any required documents.
2.
AI-91845
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following Elevator Maintenance Service Agreements submitted by Rio Elevator Company, INC. with the total monthly cost of $2,750 through TIPS Cooperative (C#22050201) with authority for County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation:
| Location(s)/Agreements | Monthly Cost |
| Hidalgo County Administration [100 East Cano St] | $800.00 |
| Hidalgo County Courthouse [100 North Closner] | $1,200.00 |
| Hidalgo County Clerk Warehouse [317 North Closner] | $200.00 |
| Delta Bldg. | $175.00 |
| Hidalgo County Elections Office [213 South Closner] | $175.00 |
| Hidalgo County Human Resources [505 South McColl] | $200.00 |
| Total Monthly Cost | $2,750.00 |
Attachments:
K.
IT Department:
1.
AI-91821
Requesting approval of the service order received from SmartCom Telephone for ethernet services for the County of Hidalgo Administration building (505 S. McColl Rd, Edinburg, TX) in the total monthly cost of $449.00, for a 36-month term, under the approved master service agreement (C-20-484-09-15), with authorization for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-91753
Requesting approval of Project Change Request from Tyler Technologies related to the license and software agreement through Sourcewell Coop. (Contract #090320-TTI) approved by CC on 09-27-2022, AI-87622.
L.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-91806
Requesting approval to process invoice #2023-121 dated 07-03-2023 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services for the Detention Center and Criminal Investigations parking lots in the amount of $14,814.00 through the current agreement Contract # C-22-0698-01-01 WA #1. (Audio Reference 27m:44s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court agenda - Item 5.C (Audio Reference 28m:07s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on consent agenda items 12.H.1 and 12.L.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioners' Court agenda - Item 5.C (Audio Reference 28m:07s)
Attachments:
2.
AI-91837
Requesting approval to exercise the third (3) of nine (9) available extensions for "Lease of Tower Space – La Joya" with SBA Towers IV, LLC (C-20-221-09-22) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-91856
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet for Generator Maintenance Service & Repair, including re-advertising if necessary.
Attachments:
4.
AI-91764
Requesting authority to exercise the third (3) of nine (9), one (1) year extension with O.E. Investments, LTD for "Lease of Tower Space - Weslaco" under new rates, same terms and conditions (C-20-220-09-29).
Attachments:
M.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-91755
Requesting approval, for various locations for the Tax Office, to enter into seven (7) 36-month copier/printer lease agreements with Ricoh USA, Inc through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435), in the amount of $984.53 per month.
Attachments:
N.
WIC:
1.
AI-91832
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for Lease of Office Space - City of Alton (West) with authority to re-advertise if applicable.
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 8th day of August 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 August 8, 2023.
Signed this 8th day of August 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 8th day of August 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 August 8, 2023.
Signed this 8th day of August 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Carolyn Thornton, Deputy