SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 5th day of September 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 SEPTEMBER 5, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 29m:30s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull consent agenda items 6.A.1., 6.A.2., and 12.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. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Agenda Items 6.A.1., 6.A.2., and 12.C.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded with Agenda Items 6.A.1., 6.A.2., for further discussion. (Audio Reference 29m:52s)
1.
AI-92346
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-92347
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-92168
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Alton 2022-2023 TIRZ payment in the amount of $392,271.47 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Alton, Hidalgo County, and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1.
Attachments:
3.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-92322
2023 - HIDTA FY23 Grant (1291)
Attachments:
B.
AI-92310
2023 - HIDTA CCP 59 (1251)
Attachments:
C.
AI-92290
2023 - Facilities Management CO Wide (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-92291
2023 - Facilities Management (1100)
Attachments:
E.
AI-92282
2023 - Public Affairs (1100)
Attachments:
F.
AI-92283
2023 - Emergency Management (1100)
Attachments:
G.
AI-92266
2023 - I. T. Department (1100)
Attachments:
H.
AI-92201
2023 - I.T. Department (1100 C.W.)
Attachments:
I.
AI-92269
2023 - Executive Office (1100)
Attachments:
J.
AI-92234
2023 - 93rd District Court (1100)
Attachments:
K.
AI-92300
2023 - Pct. 1 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
L.
AI-92199
2023 - Pct 2 Parks (1100)
Attachments:
M.
AI-92224
2023 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100)
Attachments:
N.
AI-92212
2023 - Constable Pct. 3 (1100)
Attachments:
O.
AI-92213
2023 - TX AgriLife Extension (1100)
Attachments:
P.
AI-92187
2023 - DA CJD-VAP (1281)
Attachments:
4.
2023 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-92302
PCT1 (1100):
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from Sanitation prog.(001), to Parks prog. (013) in the amount of $7,500.00.
Approval of 2023 Interdepartmental Transfer from Sanitation prog.(001), to Parks prog. (013) in the amount of $7,500.00.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-92288
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:
- Certificate of Plat - Executed
- Certificate of Plat - Executed
- Certificate of Plat - Executed
- Certificate of Plat - Executed
- Pct 3 Water Service Availability 09-05-2023
- Pct 1 Cert Plat & Utility Status 09-05-2023
- Pct 2&4 Cert Plat & Utility Status 09-05-2023
- Pct 2&4 Water Service Availability 09-05-2023
B.
AI-92292
1. Preliminary Approval
a. San Jacinto Estates No 15 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC.) (Mile 2 West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 2 West Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
a. San Jacinto Estates No 15 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC.) (Mile 2 West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 2 West Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
Attachments:
C.
AI-92261
Release of Letter of Credit No. 9100195155
1. Santa Cruz Ranches No. 4 Phase A Subdivision (KNK Farms, LLC.) (Mile 22 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
*Release of Letter of Credit No. 9100195155: $210,000.00 for (140) OSSF’S
1. Santa Cruz Ranches No. 4 Phase A Subdivision (KNK Farms, LLC.) (Mile 22 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
*Release of Letter of Credit No. 9100195155: $210,000.00 for (140) OSSF’S
Attachments:
D.
AI-92203
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Stone Oaks Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S
b. Kingdom Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S
c. Viridian Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S
d. Amber Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $6,000.00 for (4) OSSF’S
e. La Pamorana Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Alexandra G. Garza) (Rogers Road & Hoehn Drive)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF
f. Highland Manor Phase 2 Subdivision (Dasc Investments LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF
a. Stone Oaks Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S
b. Kingdom Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S
c. Viridian Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2) OSSF’S
d. Amber Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A & M Construction) (Mile 6 West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $6,000.00 for (4) OSSF’S
e. La Pamorana Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Alexandra G. Garza) (Rogers Road & Hoehn Drive)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF
f. Highland Manor Phase 2 Subdivision (Dasc Investments LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF
Attachments:
6.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-92219
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,217,800.53 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 08/10/2023 to 08/23/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 29m:52s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
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 items 6.A.1, and 6.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.C.1. (Audio Reference 30m:12s)
| 08/10/2023 - 08/16/2023 | $839,959.85 |
| 08/17/2023 - 08/23/2023 | $377,840.68 |
| Total | $1,217,800.53 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 29m:52s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
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 items 6.A.1, and 6.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.C.1. (Audio Reference 30m:12s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-92185
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 08/01/2023 - 08/15/2023 in the amount of $38,072.50 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 08/01/2023 - 08/15/2023 in the amount of $38,072.50 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-92265
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | M2075.99.000.001A.00 | BEST BUY STORES LP # 1784 | $3,741.67 |
| 2. | R3297.99.000.0001.00 | BEST BUY STORES LP #236 | $3,923.60 |
| 3. | T6835.99.000.0001.31 | BEST BUY STORES LP #1473 | $3,769.57 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-92217
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | W3800.99.002.0000.12 | COMMODITIES INTERGRATED LOGISTICS LLC | $4,903.89 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-92218
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | T2100.00.278.0009.00 | GARZA ADALBERTO & ELVA F | $3,664.38 |
| 2 | T2100.00.280.0003.05 | RIO PLEX INVESTMENT GROUP LLC | $9,066.57 |
| 3 | W4290.01.000.0022.00 | PINEDA MARIA ANITA | $4,617.17 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-92156
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | D7111.01.000.0044.00 | BRAVO RUBEN | $3,571.27 |
| 2 | D7111.01.000.0044.00 | BRAVO RUBEN | $3,781.62 |
| 3 | H2550.01.002.0002.30 | AGUIRRE FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP LP | $2,731.76 |
| 4 | J1800.99.44A.0002.00 | TEXANA PICKLE | $5,191.13 |
| 5 | K2400.00.000.0253.03 | STOUT CHRISTINA LOUISE & MICHAEL EUGENE | $3,145.04 |
| 6 | L0670.00.000.0060.00 | YZAGUIRRE JOSE L & ELIZABETH | $5,090.04 |
| 7 | R0800.01.000.0014.00 | VIELMA MAURILIO | $3,198.03 |
| 8 | S0353.02.000.0200.00 | ARGUELLES JORGE A QUINTERO | $5,291.23 |
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-92331
DA CIVIL LITIGATION (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit (BAFFC) for a District Attorney's Civil Litigation employee, in the amount of $95.00 (Requisition #479866), 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 Bar Association of the Fifth Federal Circuit (BAFFC) for a District Attorney's Civil Litigation employee, in the amount of $95.00 (Requisition #479866), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-92214
Human Resources:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $150.00 to the Texas Chapter Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) for Merlen P. Muñoz, Division Manager III, Employee Benefits and Sylvia F. Rios, Division Manager I, Human Resources with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $150.00 to the Texas Chapter Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) for Merlen P. Muñoz, Division Manager III, Employee Benefits and Sylvia F. Rios, Division Manager I, Human Resources with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
9.
IT Department:
A.
AI-92127
Authorization and approval to purchase new data service and equipment 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: |
| Human Resources/Employee Wellness Division | 2 | New Data Service |
| Health Department/Immunization Division | 5 | New Data Service |
| Emergency Management | 18 | New Data Service |
10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-92314
Pct. 4 De Zavala Park Improvements-Capital Outlay (1301):
1. Approval of interfund transfer from Pct. 4 Rd. Maint (1200) to Pct. 4 Parks (1100) in the amount of $271,016.22 to fund park improvements.
2. Approval of interfund transfer from Pct. 4 Parks (1100) to Pct. 4 De Zavala Park Improvements (1301) in the amount of $271,016.22 to fund park improvements.
1. Approval of interfund transfer from Pct. 4 Rd. Maint (1200) to Pct. 4 Parks (1100) in the amount of $271,016.22 to fund park improvements.
2. Approval of interfund transfer from Pct. 4 Parks (1100) to Pct. 4 De Zavala Park Improvements (1301) in the amount of $271,016.22 to fund park improvements.
B.
AI-92183
476th District Court (1100):
Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prog. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
013-001 | 0004 | Assistant Court Coordinator (DC) | 13/01 | $52,106.00 | 13/02 | $53,930.00 | 08/21/2023 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-92188
PH Workforce Expansion (1293) / Public Health Emergency Preparedness(1100):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes, effective as indicated:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes, effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary/Allowance | G/S | Proposed Salary/Allowance | Effective Date |
| Create Allowance Slot (Longevity) | 340-082 | 0001 | Health Strategic Planning Analyst III | 14/01 | $56,274.00 | 14/01 | $56,274.00 | 08/14/2023 |
| 340-004 | A011 | $0.00 | $300.00 | |||||
Attachments:
11.
Pct. #4:
A.
AI-92189
Requesting approval to process the following invoices as a claim with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
| Vendor: | Invoice: | Amount: |
| Home Depot | 1900009 | $338.00 |
| Home Depot | 1371621 | $169.00 |
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-92205
Requesting approval to add and remove items from "Exhibit A" approved by CC on 02/02/2023, AI #89246 declaring items as Surplus to reflect the correct assets and asset tags numbers.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-92262
Requesting approval to process payment application #11 submitted by the contracted project engineer, Sames Inc., for Precinct 3 Extension of Shary Road 2 Miles North of SH 107 project in the amount of $13,959.60.
Attachments:
2.
AI-92204
Approval of Payment Application No. 28 in the amount of $265,231.84 to REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (CSJ:0921-02-321) (C-20-294-02-23), as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
3.
AI-92197
Approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project architect, ERO Architect for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC project.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 2023-113 | 8-16-2023 | 863852 | $49,031.40 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-92264
Approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project architect, ERO Architect for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC project.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 2023-117 | 8-28-2023 | 863852 | $47,766.39 |
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-92341
Requesting approval to process Inv. 2023-149 dated 09-01-2023 from GDJ Engineering for Russell Rd. Realignment Project in the amount of $75,262.20. (Audio Reference 30m:12s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 12.C.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.C.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 agenda item 12.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda - Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 30m:30s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 12.C.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.C.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 agenda item 12.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda - Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 30m:30s)
Attachments:
2.
AI-92342
Requesting approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 08/31/2023 | FM1925 WA#3 10th to McColl | L&G Engineering | 11329526 | 868045 | $20,300.00 |
| 08/31/2023 | Mile 5 WA#2 Taylor Rd to Ware Rd | L&G Engineering | 11329510 | 808447 | $3,013.80 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-92315
Requesting approval to process payment for the following ARPA project invoices:
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number / Pay Application | ARPA Project Number | P.O. Number | Amount |
| 05/31/2023 | Hoehn SW Project | MEG Engineers | 23-05-0138R | ARPA-22-124-097 | 853377 | $3,863.00 |
| 08/07/2023 | Terry Rd Sw Project | The 5125 Company | 5 | ARPA-22-124-048 | 849764 | $611,724.95 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-92316
Requesting approval of Project Invoices listed below:
| Invoice/Pay Application Date | Vendor | Project | Invoice / Pay Application | P.O. Number | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/28/2023 | Rene Guerra & Sons | Head Start Parking Lot | 3 | 864927 | $41,881.33 |
| 04/24/2023 | Terracon | Davis Collection Site | TJ30476 | 852734 | $320.00 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-92303
Requesting authority to waive technicalities for the awarded lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications and requirements, RDH Site and Concrete, for the "Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Construction for Mile 17 Rd Stormwater Project" (C-22-0087-22-10/ ARPA-22-124-049), as it is considered the best offer for HC Precinct 4, previously approved by CC (08/22/23, AI-92053).
Attachments:
6.
AI-92250
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 7 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 $58,668.00; as recommended by Project Engineer, HC Drainage District No.1.
Attachments:
7.
AI-92251
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 8 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 $7,500.00; as recommended by Project Engineer, HC Drainage District No.1.
Attachments:
8.
AI-92223
Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application required by vendor, Bottom Line Equipment LLC, to procure for machinery parts, with authority for County Judge to sign the credit application.
D.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-92330
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. | 8/31/23 | 11329520 | $12,599.76 | 858581 |
Attachments:
E.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-91992
Requesting approval of the Master Customer Service Agreement with Unifirst Corporation through HC membership with BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program (670-22) for Rental of Industrial Uniforms for Hidalgo County (C-23-0213-09-05).
2.
AI-92253
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to Fleet Lease Agreement with D&M Commercial Leasing (C-23-0227A-07-11), to formally correct VIN Number to Schedule 21, approved by CC 07/11/2023, AI-91484 with authority for County Judge to execute any required documents.
Attachments:
3.
AI-92182
Requesting authority to exercise the County's option of the first (1st) of two (2) additional one (1) year term(s) (C-22-0319-09-06) for bottled water services with Tru Bleu Pure Water LLC. under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
4.
AI-92226
Requesting authority to exercise the one (1) of one (1) one (1) year extension with AguaWorks Pipe & Supply, LLC. for "Pipes and Related Miscellaneous Items" under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
5.
AI-92227
Requesting authority to exercise the one (1) of one (1) one (1) year extension with Act Pipe and Supply for "Pipes and Related Miscellaneous Items" under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
6.
AI-92236
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for Off Premises Record Storage, Pickup Retrieval Delivery, and Shredding Services with authority to re-advertise if applicable.
Attachments:
F.
Constables:
1.
AI-92222
Requesting authority to ratify purchase order #868654 dated 08-25-2023, issued to Grapevine DCJ, LLC to secure and purchase three(3) Dodge Durango SUV's through Buy Board Cooperative purchase agreement (#601-19) in the total amount of $131,529.00.
Attachments:
G.
County Clerk:
1.
AI-92216
Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) day extension for the purchase, removal and related services for shredded and recyclable materials with Master Fibers, Inc., under the same rates, terms, and conditions (C-21-054-09-07).
Attachments:
H.
County Courts:
1.
AI-92110
County Court at Law #8:
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 09/25/2024) in the amount of $258.76 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 09/25/2024) in the amount of $258.76 per month.
Attachments:
I.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-92249
Requesting approval of Payment Application #3 in the amount of $2,660.00 through PO# 860198 for A-1 Facilities (Alamo Environmental) regarding the HCO Health Exterior Painting Project; with authority for Facilities Management Director Oscar Villarreal to sign all required documents.
Attachments:
J.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-91865
Requesting authority to enter into a one (1) year agreement with Civic Plus through the County's Membership with TIPS (Contract #220105) in the total amount of $2,451.44 with authority for County Judge to sign any required documents.
Attachments:
2.
AI-92202
Pursuant to TLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Health and Human Services inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
K.
Sheriff's Office:
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AI-92328
A. Requesting approval of the following Change Directives in connection with the Renovations and Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility project (C-22-0661-05-30) from the contracted vendor, Noble Texas Builders, LLC:
B. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Sheriff or the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Description | Total Amount |
| Change Directive No.1 Replacement of second water heater |
$17,502 |
| Change Directive No.2 Assessment of the intercoms |
$2,598 |
| Change Directive No.3 Repairs for exterior lights |
$22,011 |
| Change Directive No.5 Labeling for electrical panels |
$7,584 |
| Change Directive No.6 Full assessment of the HVAC Equipment |
$14,155 |
| Change Directive No.7 Removal and installation of razor wire at the roof edge |
$26,400 |
| Change Directive No.8 Repairs to gas lines to the RTU's, removal of the rust on the pipes, and repaint all gas pipes on the roof. |
$4,998 |
| * All Change Directives will be covered by the Owner's project allowance |
Attachments:
2.
AI-92298
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
L.
WIC:
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AI-92198
Pursuant to TLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from WIC's inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
2.
AI-92026
Requesting authority to exercise the third (3rd) extension of five (5) available one (1) year terms as permitted in the contract for the Lease of Office Space- WIC Alamo with GBB Rentals, LTD (C-20-339-11-24) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
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 5th day of September, 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 September 5, 2023.
Signed this 6th day of September 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 5th day of September, 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 September 5, 2023.
Signed this 6th day of September 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy