SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 14, 2023
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 14th day of November 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 EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE 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 NOVEMBER 14, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 15m:49s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull consent agenda item 14.A., for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for consent agenda item 14.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 14.A., for further discussion. (Audio Reference 16m:27s)
1.
AI-93098
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-93099
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-93146
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 Tax Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Mission.
Attachments:
3.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-93199
2023 - Pct. 4 Rd. Maint (1200)
Attachments:
B.
AI-93141
2023 - Pct. 4 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-93103
2023 - Constable Precinct 3 (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-93089
2023 - J.P. Pct. 4 Pl 1 (1100)
Attachments:
4.
2023 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-93140
Pct. 4 Various General Fund Accounts (1100):
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Sanitation (program 001)/Pct.4 CRC (program 186) to Pct.4 Parks (program 009)/Pct.4San Carlos (program 228) in the amount of $4,512.31 to fund operating expenses.
Approval of interdepartmental transfer from Pct.4 Sanitation (program 001)/Pct.4 CRC (program 186) to Pct.4 Parks (program 009)/Pct.4San Carlos (program 228) in the amount of $4,512.31 to fund operating expenses.
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-93206
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-93121
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Leal Ranch Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Oscar Salinas Leal) (Valverde Road & Mile 20 Road)
Reimbursement Request: $10,918.00 for (Drainage Improvements)
a. Leal Ranch Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Oscar Salinas Leal) (Valverde Road & Mile 20 Road)
Reimbursement Request: $10,918.00 for (Drainage Improvements)
Attachments:
C.
AI-93230
1. Preliminary Approval
a. AAA Apartments Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Anissa Izel Sanchez) (Mile 5 North Road & Shary Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family, 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 5 North Road side ditch and by onsite detention at the building permit stage.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 North Road is paved.
b. Owassa Place Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Valley Affordable Housing, LLC) (Owassa Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:2
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 Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Owassa Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
a. AAA Apartments Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Anissa Izel Sanchez) (Mile 5 North Road & Shary Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family, 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 5 North Road side ditch and by onsite detention at the building permit stage.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 North Road is paved.
b. Owassa Place Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Valley Affordable Housing, LLC) (Owassa Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:2
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 Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Owassa Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.
Attachments:
D.
AI-93233
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 13 Blk. 102 Turner Tract Subdivision (Mile 22 ½ North Road & F.M. 491) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Mile 22 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 22 ½ North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 18.806 acres out of the south ½ of lot 6 section 249 Tex-Mex Railway Co. Survey; Proposed, Jaguar Heights Subdivision (Terry Road & Mile 17 North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” waterline south of Mile 17 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 17 North Road.
c. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1811905-EM17E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:North of Cactus Lane approximately 130.00 feet west of Seminary Road. (Pct. 4)
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1819015-EM16E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:North of Siguena Drive approximately 900.00 feet west of Seminary Road. (Pct. 4)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 13 Blk. 102 Turner Tract Subdivision (Mile 22 ½ North Road & F.M. 491) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Mile 22 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 22 ½ North Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 18.806 acres out of the south ½ of lot 6 section 249 Tex-Mex Railway Co. Survey; Proposed, Jaguar Heights Subdivision (Terry Road & Mile 17 North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” waterline south of Mile 17 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Two 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 17 North Road.
c. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1811905-EM17E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:North of Cactus Lane approximately 130.00 feet west of Seminary Road. (Pct. 4)
d. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1819015-EM16E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:North of Siguena Drive approximately 900.00 feet west of Seminary Road. (Pct. 4)
Attachments:
6.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-93068
Requesting approval to process payment of invoices as claims to Davila & Associates, Inc. totaling $24,226.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
7.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-93154
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2023 October
Attachments:
B.
AI-93145
District Clerk Fee report for the month of October 2023 $406,703.09
Attachments:
8.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-93249
Correction of employment date for employee #019542 from June 1987 to January 1987
B.
AI-93194
Requesting permission by the City of Edinburg to use county parking lots north of the courthouse for the 28th Annual Blue Santa Event to be held on Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 from 6-9 pm
9.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-93136
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,421,591.04 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 09/28/2023 to 11/01/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
| 09/28/2023 - 10/25/2023 | $605,555.72 |
| 10/26/2023 - 10/31/2023 | $531,558.47 |
| 11/01/2023 | $284,476.85 |
| TOTAL | $1,421,591.04 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
Attachments:
B.
AI-93118
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 10/16/2023 - 10/31/2023 in the amount of $52,548.92 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 10/16/2023 - 10/31/2023 in the amount of $52,548.92 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
10.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-93186
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | E5670.00.000.0015.00 | COVIUS TITLE AGENCY LLC | $10,735.42 |
| 2. | L0200.00.000.0004.15 | LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON LLP | $2,808.45 |
| 3. | P4401.01.000.0091.00 | IGNACIO IBARRA | $2,500.00 |
| 4. | R3800.00.026.0019.00 | OVATION SERVICES | $5,481.12 |
Attachments:
11.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-93223
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 $595.00 (Requisition #483660), 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 $595.00 (Requisition #483660), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-93131
Department of Budget & Management (1100):
Requesting approval to pay renewal membership dues to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Dagoberto Soto Jr. with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req#483360.
Requesting approval to pay renewal membership dues to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Dagoberto Soto Jr. with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req#483360.
Attachments:
C.
AI-93093
Sheriff Department:
Requesting approval to pay 2023 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Sheriff J.E. Guerra in the amount of $60.00 each ( requisition no. 483054) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2023 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Sheriff J.E. Guerra in the amount of $60.00 each ( requisition no. 483054) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-93086
County Auditor (1100):
Requesting approval to pay 2023-2024 membership renewal to the Government Finance Officers Association in the amount of $150.00 (REQ #00483023) for Mr. Jesus Muniz, Accountant IV; 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 2023-2024 membership renewal to the Government Finance Officers Association in the amount of $150.00 (REQ #00483023) for Mr. Jesus Muniz, Accountant IV; with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
12.
IT Department:
A.
AI-93193
Discussion, consideration and approval of Updated Acceptable Use Policy and Acknowledgment Form and 2FA Two Factor Authentication Form (subject to final legal approval)
Attachments:
B.
AI-93069
Authorization and approval to add feature and upgrade existing service plans 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: |
| Information Technology | 3 | Add Feature |
| Information Technology | 1 | Upgrade Service Plan |
Attachments:
13.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-93217
FY 2023 Constable Pct. 3 Operation Slowdown (1284):
Approval to ratify interfund transfer approved by Commissioners Court on October 31, 2023 (AI-93036) in order to correctly allocate the cash match requirement for the FY 2023 Constable Pct. 3 Operation Slowdown grant.
Approval to ratify interfund transfer approved by Commissioners Court on October 31, 2023 (AI-93036) in order to correctly allocate the cash match requirement for the FY 2023 Constable Pct. 3 Operation Slowdown grant.
Attachments:
B.
AI-93167
464th District Court & TX Agrilife Ext (1100):
Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2024:
Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2024:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prog. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) |
012-001 | 0006 | Bailiff II (DC) | 13/03 | $55,818.00 | 13/10 | $71,017.00 | 11/06/2023 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
380-001 | 0018 | Administrative Assistant III | 08/01 | $35,462.00 | 08/03 | $37,988.00 | 11/06/2023 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-93138
FY 2023 DA - Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor (DVSP) (1281):
Approval of interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out (prog. 005, FY 4) to Transfers In/Out (prog. 018, FY 3) in the amount of $6,630.54 to partially fund cash match portion required for the FY 2023 Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor (DVSP) grant.
Approval of interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out (prog. 005, FY 4) to Transfers In/Out (prog. 018, FY 3) in the amount of $6,630.54 to partially fund cash match portion required for the FY 2023 Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor (DVSP) grant.
Attachments:
14.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-93158
Requesting approval to process invoice # 2023-196 dated on 11/1/2023 in the amount of $2,186.10 (PO# 870128 - CID) and $735.20 (PO# 870328 - Adult Detention) submitted by GDJ Engineering for project management services for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigation Parking Lot and Adult Detention Parking Lot Construction through the current agreement Contract # C-22-0698-01-01 AI-92259 CC: 9/5/2023. (Audio Reference 16m:30s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 14.A.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 14.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by Judge Richard F. Cortez, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda - Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 16m:50s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 14.A.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 14.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by Judge Richard F. Cortez, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda - Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 16m:50s)
B.
AI-93153
Requesting approval to process invoice # 40219 dated on 11/1/2023 in the amount of $488.61 (PO# 870316) submitted by B2Z Engineering for engineering services for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations parking lot through the current agreement Contract # C-22-0728-01-01 AI-92027 CC: 9/5/2023.
Attachments:
15.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-93200
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) | 10/31/2023 | 11329576 | $43,350.00 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #5 (M11-M14½) | 10/31/2023 | 11329563 | $172,334.55 | 862918 |
| Mile 10 WA#1 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 10/31/2023 | 11329570 | $2,475.00 | 796083 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 10/31/2023 | 11329584 | $132,391.55 | 860539 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N-M8N) | 10/31/2023 | 11329585 | $81,018.77 | 868315 |
2.
AI-93209
Requesting approval to process payment for invoice #10094 in the amount of $19,326.09 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Hike & Bike Trail Project with WA #2.
Attachments:
3.
AI-93165
Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension for Emergency Ambulance Services (C-22-0549a-11-10) with Skyline EMS, Inc., under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-93152
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as 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 Road Project (WA#2) | 11/01/23 | 20399 | $26,750.94 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Prj. (WA#2) | 11/01/23 | 20400 | $91,535.63 | 861129 |
2.
AI-93134
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as 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#2) | 10/31/23 | 11329564 | $13,707.68 | 788634 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#3) | 10/31/23 | 11329565 | $3,429.96 | 862757 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 10/31/23 | 11329577 | $82,880.12 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 10/31/23 | 11329578 | $8,455.88 | 853337 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) | 10/31/23 | 11329579 | $6,300.00 | 826939 |
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-93181
Requesting approval to process payment application #13 submitted by the contracted engineer, Sames Inc., for Precinct 3 Extension of Shary Road, 2 Miles North of SH 107 project in the amount of $50,292.35
Attachments:
2.
AI-93135
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 |
| 11329571 | 10-31-2023 | Liberty Rd. WA #2 | 700240 | $6,750.00 |
| 11329572 | 10-31-2023 | Liberty Rd WA #6 | 868845 | $42,250.00 |
| 11329583 | 10-31-2023 | Mile 3 WA #2 | 720579 | $1,791.30 |
| 11329580 | 10-31-2023 | Mile 3 WA #5 | 773904 | $7,525.50 |
| 11329567 | 10-31-2023 | Veterans Blvd. WA #2 | 763269 | $3,300.00 |
| 11329581 | 10-31-2023 | Veterans Blvd. WA #3 | 772041 & 868501 | $79,040.00 |
| 11329566 | 10-31-2023 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 & 868314 | $39,719.37 |
| 30037 | 11-1-2023 | Mile 3 N. Rd. WA#1 | 823768 | $39,608.28 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-93106
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Skyline EMS Inc., for Emergency Ambulance Services (C-22-0549b-11-10).
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-93248
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet for the "[ARPA-22-124-051] - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Mile 17 & 83rd Stormwater Project," with authority to re-advertise if necessary (RFB No. 22-0089).
Attachments:
2.
AI-93148
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet for the "[ARPA-22-124-047] - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Tex-Mex Rd Stormwater Project" with authority to re- advertise if necessary (RFB No. 23-0374).
Attachments:
3.
AI-93227
Requesting authority to ratify AI-92868 approved by HCCC on 10/17/2023, to reflect the correct final payment amount of $43,268.80; with the authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
4.
AI-93182
A. Acceptance and approval of project invoice listed below for processing and payment:
B. Acceptance and approval of ARPA project pay application listed below for processing and payment:
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 10/31/2023 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 Taylor to Ware Rd | L&G Engineering | 11329575 | 808447 | $350.08 |
B. Acceptance and approval of ARPA project pay application listed below for processing and payment:
| Pay Application Date | Project | Vendor | ARPA Project Number | P.O. Number | Pay Application Number | Pay Application Amount |
| 11/01/2023 | North Main Drain III Phase II | Mor-Wil | 22-124-096 | 869050 | 2 | $158,889.30 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-93172
Acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2023 | FM1925 WA#2 1500 W of FM2220 to 10th | L&G Engineering | 11329586 | 854100 | $13,675.06 |
| 10/31/2023 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 11329574 | 868045 | $13,675.06 |
| 10/31/2023 | FM1925 WA#3 Alamo Rd to Sharp Rd | L&G Engineering | 11329573 | 785987 | $3,375.00 |
| 10/26/2023 | Trenton Roadway Improvements | Tedsi | 202808 | 859188 | $76,296.00 |
| 11/02/2023 | Precinct 4 Memorial Park | TWG Architects | 006 | 765626 | $6,869.56 |
| 11/01/2023 | Sunflower Park | B2Z Engineering | 40218 | 830040 | $5,855.59 |
| 11/01/2023 | Davis & Brush line Flashing Beacon | GDJ Engineering | 2023-192 | 869984 | $5,071.60 |
| 11/01/2023 | Russell Rd Realign | GDJ Engineering | 2023-195 | 867303 | $17,531.40 |
Attachments:
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-93142
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with HC Animal Control Center Feasibility Study with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor:
| Vendor | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| B2Z Engineering | 11/2/2023 | 20402 | $55,097.93 | 852990 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-93149
Requesting authority to exercise the first (1) of two (2) additional one (1) year terms with Auction House, LLC Agreement for “Real Time Live Online Auction for Tax Foreclosed Properties” under the same rates, terms, and conditions as permitted under the current agreement (C-20-062-12-29).
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-93160
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Generator Services, Repair and Maintenance" (RFB 23-0383), with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
G.
Elections:
1.
AI-93184
Requesting approval to renew extended warranties for voting equipment with Sole Source vendor, Hart Intercivic in the total amount of $115,140.00, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-93064
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 869572, for desktop standard use maintenance services through the HC's partnership with DIR Cooperative (DIR-CPO-4699), awarded vendor Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) in the total amount of $6,502.43, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
H.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-93201
Requesting approval of Invoice No. 40220 in the amount of $2,209.67 through PO# 860200 for B2Z Engineering in reference to material testing through County Contract #C-22-0728-01-01 (Work Authorization #1); with authority for Facilities Management Director Oscar Villarreal to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-93107
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Alvin Patina DBA Patina Fire and Safety for Fire Extinguisher Equipment and Maintenance (C-20-367-11-17).
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-93228
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to The Texas Constitution Article 3, Sec. 52 for the purpose of purchasing outreach items including but not limited to Bella Luna Journal for a period of 11/14/2023 to 12/31/2023.
Attachments:
2.
AI-93213
Pursuant to TxLGC 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:
J.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-93196
Requesting approval of the first (1) Amendment to contract (C-19-221-02-11) with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. Consulting Agreement, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
Attachments:
K.
IT Department:
1.
AI-93169
Requesting approval of a 12 month internet service order (#023937-02), between Foremost Telecommunications and HC Facilities Management, service located at 1920 Southeast Industrial Dr. Bldg. A, for a total amount of $525.00 per month, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
Attachments:
2.
AI-93157
Requesting approval to exercise the first and final one (1) year extension as permitted in the current contract (C-22-0580-11-29) with Charles Graham (SyntaxWare) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
L.
Juvenile Probation:
1.
AI-92970
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the solicitation packet for "Drug Testing & Collection Services", for Hidalgo County Juvenile Justice Center with authority to re-advertise if necessary (RFB 23-0422).
Attachments:
M.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-93210
Requesting approval of correction to AI-92797 approved by CC on 10/31/23 from a one year service agreement to a three year term for unlimited storage subscription with LeadsOnline for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-93120
Requesting approval of the Final Payment Application No. 3 (Retainage) in the amount of $5,912.30 for the "Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Shooting Range" Project submitted by contractor Noble Texas Builders, LLC.
Attachments:
3.
AI-93171
Requesting acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 4 in the amount of $183,043.15 as submitted by Noble Texas Builders, LLC, for the Renovations and Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility Project (22-0661-JOC), with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
N.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-93119
Requesting approval to exercise the final automatic one (1) year extension as provided in the current contract (C-19-331-12-17) with the City of Alton under the same terms and conditions.
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 14th day of November, 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 November 14, 2023.
Signed this 14th day of November 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 14th day of November, 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 November 14, 2023.
Signed this 14th day of November 2023
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy