SPECIAL MEETING - JANUARY 9, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 9th day of January A.D., 2024, 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 JANUARY 9, 2024 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 12m:35s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda items 8.A.1., 8.A.2., 9.A., 14.B., and 18.E.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 of the Consent Agenda, except for consent agenda items 8.A.1., 8.A.2., 9.A., 14.B., and 18.E.1.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 8.A.1. (Audio Reference 12m:57s)
1.
AI-93796
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-93797
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
2023 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-93446
2023 - DA - BPU (1281)
Attachments:
4.
2024 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-93806
2024 - Constable Pct. 1 (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-93767
2024 - Domestic Relations Office (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-93761
2024 - Veterans Services (1100)
Attachments:
D.
AI-93824
2024 - Pct. 4 Drainage Improvement (1200)
Attachments:
E.
AI-93835
2024 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200)
Attachments:
5.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-93762
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:
6.
CC#1:
A.
AI-93756
County Court at Law No. 1 (1100):
Requesting approval to reimburse Cynthia Cavazos (Court Reporter) for software license purchase in the amount of $298.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to reimburse Cynthia Cavazos (Court Reporter) for software license purchase in the amount of $298.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
7.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-93691
District Clerk Fee report for the month of November 2023 $347,516.89
Attachments:
8.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-93751
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,106,738.99 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 12/07/2023 to 12/29/2023.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 12m:57s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 8.A.1., and 8.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 8.A.1., and 8.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 8.A.1., and 8.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 9.A. (Audio Reference 13m:17s)
| 12/07/2023- 12/13/2023 | $799,716.27 |
| 12/14/2023 - 12/20/2023 | $742,813.22 |
| 12/21/2023 - 12/27/2023 | $847,835.12 |
| 12/28/2023 - 12/29/2023 | -$1,283,625.62 |
| TOTAL | $1,106,738.99 |
(Audio Reference 12m:57s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 8.A.1., and 8.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 8.A.1., and 8.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 8.A.1., and 8.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 9.A. (Audio Reference 13m:17s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-93689
Self-Insured (2202):
1. Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 12/01/2023 - 12/15/2023 in the amount of $38,043.46 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
2. Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 12/16/2023 - 12/31/2023 in the amount of $52,193.32 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
1. Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 12/01/2023 - 12/15/2023 in the amount of $38,043.46 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
2. Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 12/16/2023 - 12/31/2023 in the amount of $52,193.32 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
9.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-93832
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | A2667.00.000.0003.00 | DOLLAR TREE STORES INC | $8,634.10 |
| 2 | C7883.01.000.0002.00 | TARGET CORPORATION | $221,635.46 |
| 3 | C9800.99.002.0003.03 | Y DRIVE INN INC | $2,602.94 |
| 4 | D1090.00.000.0001.00 | LUCIO DISTRIBUTION LLC | $9,100.00 |
| 5 | L1003.01.000.0001.00 | 1511 CENLAR SERVICED BY CORELOGIC TAX SERVICES LLC | $11,463.14 |
| 6 | L3149.00.002.029A.00 | PHH MORTGAGE SERVICES | $8,365.86 |
(Audio Reference 13m:17s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that corrections needed to be made to tax refund item number one (1) for the correct amount of $8,364.10 dollars and tax refund item number four (4) in the correct amount of $9,110.00 dollars.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval with corrections made for Agenda Item 9.A.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 9.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 14.B. (Audio Reference 14m:04s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-93836
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | V2765.00.000.0001.00 | NWI TENET MICRO HOSPITAL WESLACO LP | $17,109.46 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-93640
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | H1965.00.000.0140.00 | QUEPOS FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP | $4,376.41 |
| 2 | L1700.99.000.001B.G3 | STERLING JEWELERS | $3,899.45 |
| 3 | M3247.00.000.000B.00 | MCMED OFFICES LLC | $4,936.17 |
| 4 | M3247.00.000.000B.00 | MCMED OFFICES LLC | $3,239.80 |
Attachments:
10.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-93779
Emergency Management:
Requesting approval to pay 2024 membership dues in the amount of $300.00 to the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT) for Chief Ricardo Saldana and Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator Belinda Saenz-Alvarez, 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 2024 membership dues in the amount of $300.00 to the Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT) for Chief Ricardo Saldana and Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator Belinda Saenz-Alvarez, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-93793
District Clerk (1100):
Requesting approval to pay the following 2024 membership fees for District Clerk Laura Hinojosa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
2024 County & District Clerks' Association of Texas (CDCAT) $150.00 (req. no.485942)
Requesting approval to pay the following 2024 membership fees for District Clerk Laura Hinojosa, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
2024 County & District Clerks' Association of Texas (CDCAT) $150.00 (req. no.485942)
Attachments:
C.
AI-93777
DBM:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $100.00 to the Government Finance Officers Association of Texas for Dagoberto Soto Jr., Budget Officer, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req#485862
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $100.00 to the Government Finance Officers Association of Texas for Dagoberto Soto Jr., Budget Officer, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req#485862
Attachments:
D.
AI-93750
Domestic Relations Office:
Approval to pay the FY2024 Annual Membership Dues to the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) for Ida Trejo, DRO Executive Director and Rebecca Gomez, Executive Assistant in the amount of $430.00. Requistion # 485689 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review audit and procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Approval to pay the FY2024 Annual Membership Dues to the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) for Ida Trejo, DRO Executive Director and Rebecca Gomez, Executive Assistant in the amount of $430.00. Requistion # 485689 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review audit and procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-93693
County Commissioners/Amigos Del Valle (1100):
Approval to pay 2024 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue checks once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
Approval to pay 2024 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue checks once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
| Vendor | Amount | Acct. # |
| Texas Border Coalition | $10,000.00 | 4-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
| NACO | $11,983.00 | 4-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
| Texas Conference of Urban Counties | $31,596.00 | 4-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
| Amigos Del Valle | $5,000.00 | 4-1100-444-00-125-018-0-810 |
Attachments:
11.
Urban County:
A.
AI-93742
Requesting approval to contract ENV Services to provide BSL3 Site Survey, Test and Certification for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Improvements Project in the amount of $7,195.00, “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Health Facilities construction funds will be utilized.
Attachments:
B.
AI-93744
Requesting approval to purchase supplies ad thermometers from McKesson Medical-Surgical Government Solutions, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Improvements Project in the amount of $1,613.93, “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Health Facilities construction funds will be utilized.
Attachments:
C.
AI-93743
Requesting approval to purchase supplies from Medline Industries LP for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Improvements Project in the amount of $969.71, “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”. UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Health Facilities construction funds will be utilized.
Attachments:
12.
IT Department:
A.
AI-93760
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless 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: |
| JP 4 PL 2 | 1 | New Data Service |
| Health Department | 10 | New Data Service |
Attachments:
13.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-93758
Presentation of Non-Agenda Transfers Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of September 29 to December 31, 2023.
Attachments:
B.
AI-93713
Purchasing - CSLFRF/ARPA ADM (1290) / District Clerk (1100) :
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2024:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2024:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 115-101 | 0014 | Procurement Specialist I | 09/01 | $38,299.00 | 09/02 | $39,639.00 | 12/18/2023 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 090-001 | 0096 | Deputy District Clerk II | 07/01 | $32,835.00 | 07/04 | $36,404.00 | 12/19/2023 |
Attachments:
C.
Interfund transfers:
1.
AI-93837
Pct 2 -PSJA ISD Parking Lot Improvement Project (1301):
Approval of 2024 inter-fund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to Pct 2 PSJA ISD Parking Lot Improvement Project (Fund 1301) in the amount of $166,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2024 inter-fund transfer from Co Wide Adm (1100) to Pct 2 PSJA ISD Parking Lot Improvement Project (Fund 1301) in the amount of $166,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
2.
AI-93831
Pct 2 Various Accounts:
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from TxDOT - Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project (Fund 1315) to Various Pct 2 Accounts (Fund 1200, 1350, 1353, 1355) in the amount of $167,647.18 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2023 interfund transfer from TxDOT - Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project (Fund 1315) to Various Pct 2 Accounts (Fund 1200, 1350, 1353, 1355) in the amount of $167,647.18 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
14.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-93773
Requesting approval to process Invoice # 1578 dated 12/29/2023 submitted by 8/A Builders LLC for the Sheriff's Office re-pavement of the Jail Parking Lot in the amount of $47,264.22 through HC's membership with TIPS 23010402, with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-93778
Requesting approval to process invoice # 2024-006 dated on 1/2/2024 in the amount of $1,894.30 (PO# 870128 - CID) and $2,126.00 (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 Contract Agreement (C-22-0698-01-01 CC 9/5/2023 AI-92259). (Audio Reference 14m:06s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda 14.B.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 14.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 18.E.1. (Audio Reference 14m:26s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda 14.B.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 14.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 18.E.1. (Audio Reference 14m:26s)
C.
AI-93696
Requesting approval to process Invoices # 2312-003 dated 12/22/2023 in the amount of $196,705.64 & 2312-004 dated 12/29/2023 in the amount of $67,811.96 submitted by Herrcon, LLC for the repavement of the CID Parking Lot with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
15.
Pct. #2:
A.
AI-93830
Pct 2 Cesar Chavez (Bus. 83-Nolana Loop):
Requesting approval to accept counter-offers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcels 44 and 70 associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Nolana Loop (ROW CSJ:0921-02-406) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.
Requesting approval to accept counter-offers to purchase tracts of land known as Parcels 44 and 70 associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Nolana Loop (ROW CSJ:0921-02-406) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Forms.
16.
Pct. #3:
A.
AI-93690
Pursuant to the Texas Constitution, Article 3, Sec. 52, requesting approval of the "Public Purpose Declaration" to purchase promotional items as detailed in Exhibit "A" with the affixing of any applicable identifying Precinct 3 logos for the purpose of the Precinct's efforts in disseminating information.
Attachments:
17.
Pct. #4:
A.
AI-93686
Requesting reimbursement for Commissioner Pct. 4 Ellie Torres in the amount of $225.00 for July 2023 - December 2023 invoices paid to Switcher after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
18.
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.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-93805
Requesting acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 6 in the amount of $166,226.25 dated 1/4/2024 as submitted by Noble Texas Builders, LLC, for the Renovations and Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility Project (C-22-0661-JOC), with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-93736
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) | 12/31/2023 | 11329621 | $41,420.40 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #4 (M11-M14½) | 12/31/2023 | 11329627 | $13,200.00 | 855602 |
| Mile 6 WA #5 (M11-M14½) | 12/31/2023 | 11329628 | $102,728.57 | 862918 |
| Mile 10 WA#1 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 12/31/2023 | 11329638 | $3,975.00 | 796083 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 12/31/2023 | 11329639 | $139,779.24 | 860539 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N-M8N) | 12/31/2023 | 11329640 | $41,016.37 | 868315 |
| Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM493-FM88) | 12/31/2023 | 11329644 | $63,184.61 | 873385 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-93708
Requesting approval for correction to AI-93165 approved by CC on November 14, 2023 to reflect the correct extension term of a ninety (90) day extension as stated on the contract for Emergency Ambulance Services with Skyline EMS, Inc (C-22-0549a-11-10)
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-93804
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 12 in the amount of $112,930.09 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:
2.
AI-93752
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices 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# |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 12/31/23 | 11329622 | $112,713.35 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 12/31/23 | 11329623 | $22,874.94 | 853337 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#2) | 12/31/23 | 11329629 | $19,263.06 | 788634 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#3) | 12/31/23 | 11329630 | $1,714.98 | 862757 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-93816
Requesting 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) | 01/03/24 | 20405 | $26,750.93 | 856176 |
| Las Milpas Road Project (WA#3) | 01/03/24 | 20406 | $7,963.54 | 862938 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Prj. (WA#2) | 01/03/24 | 20407 | $25,521.22 | 861129 |
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-93812
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineers, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., and B2Z Engineering.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329646 | 12-31-23 | Liberty Rd. WA #3 | 735526 | $4,640.00 |
| 11329641 | 12-31-23 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $19,250.00 |
| 11329619 | 12-31-23 | Mile 3 WA #2 | 720579 | $1,194.20 |
| 11329624 | 12-31-23 | Mile 3 Section II WA #5 | 773904 | $2,335.50 |
| 11329631 | 12-31-23 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 | $6,850.00 |
| 11329625 | 12-31-23 | Veterans Blvd WA #3 | 772041 & 868501 | $21,802.50 |
| 11329620 | 12-31-23 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA #1 | 873046 | $89,935.34 |
| 30039 | 1-3-24 | Mile 3 WA #1 | 823768 | $39,608.30 |
| 11329645 | 12-31-23 | Liberty Rd. WA #5 | 818290 | $18,000.00 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-93701
Requesting authority to ratify agenda item #93676 approved by HCCC on 12/19/2023, to reflect the correct project description:"[ARPA-23-340-330] Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 3 La Mansion Health Clinic"
Attachments:
3.
AI-93726
Requesting approval to process Payment Application No. 15 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 $18,141.80
Attachments:
4.
AI-93694
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 32 in the amount of $101,388.71 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23), as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-93798
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by GDJ Engineering and L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct. 4 Projects:
(Audio Reference 14m:27s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 18.E.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 18.E.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda. (Audio Reference 14m:50s)
| Invoice Date | Invoice Number | Project Description | Vendor Name | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 01/02/2024 | 2024-010 | Russell Rd Realign WA#2 | GDJ Engineering | 867303 | $14,369.40 |
| 01/02/2024 | 2024-008 | Davis & Brushline Flashing Beacon | GDJ Engineering | 869984 | $1,676.40 |
| 12/31/2023 | 11329632 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 | L&G Consulting Engineers | 808447 | $110,487.88 |
| 12/31/2023 | 11329642 | FM1925 Project WA#3 | L&G Consulting Engineers | 868045 | $1,800.00 |
| 12/31/2023 | 11329643 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Consulting Engineers | 854100 | $1,800.00 |
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Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 18.E.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 18.E.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 18.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda. (Audio Reference 14m:50s)
Attachments:
2.
AI-93715
Requesting approval of project invoice listed below for processing and payment.
| Pay Application Date | Project | Vendor | P.O. Number | Pay Application Number | Pay Application Amount |
| 12/26/2023 | Head Start Parking Lot Improvements | Rene Guerra & Son | 864927 | 5 | $65,977.50 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-93634
Pursuant to Texas Constitution, Article 3, Sect. 52, requesting acceptance and approval of the "Public Purpose Declaration" for Fiscal Year 2024 to include the purchase through [the Requisition and Purchase Order protocol of Hidalgo County] of miscellaneous items with the affixing of any applicable identifying Precinct 4 Logos [i.e. printed materials, supplies and other related items as needed] which assist in the Precinct's efforts in disseminating information of road conditions, closures, paving and drainage improvements, educational and health awareness, public safety services and programs affecting the community including, but not limited to the following:
A. Ribbon Cutting/Groundbreaking Events;
B. Precinct Project Updates and Expos;
C. Endowment Center (on Sunflower Road)-Numerous Events; (Tu Salud Si Cuenta)
D. Employee/Public Recognition Plaques;
E. Pictures, Displays, Frames, Banners, Table Cloth Covers / Skirts and Other related items.
A. Ribbon Cutting/Groundbreaking Events;
B. Precinct Project Updates and Expos;
C. Endowment Center (on Sunflower Road)-Numerous Events; (Tu Salud Si Cuenta)
D. Employee/Public Recognition Plaques;
E. Pictures, Displays, Frames, Banners, Table Cloth Covers / Skirts and Other related items.
Attachments:
F.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-93732
Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings 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. | 12/31/2023 | 11329636 | $12,599.76 | 858581 |
Attachments:
G.
Adult Probation:
1.
AI-93692
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Adult Probation 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:
H.
Community Service Agency:
1.
AI-93783
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on Agenda Item 90493, approved by Commissioners' Court on 05/02/2023, for the approval to award Yardi Systems Inc. for Emergency Rental Relief Assistance Portal Services.
Attachments:
I.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-93770
Requesting approval, for various locations for the District Attorney's Office, to enter into sixteen (16) 48-month copier/printer lease agreements with Ricoh USA, Inc through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435) with delivery and service to be provided by Ricoh USA, Inc.
| Description | QTY | Monthly Cost | Total Monthly Cost |
| Ricoh IM5000 #418828 BU3090 | 10 | $216.41 | $2,164.10 |
| Ricoh IM5000 #418828 Cabinet Type F |
4 | $193.99 | $775.96 |
| Ricoh IMC4510 #419320 | 2 | $225.11 | $450.22 |
Attachments:
J.
District Courts:
1.
AI-92435
A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by CC 10/03/2023 with AI#92683, due to an available lower monthly cost for a different department approved copier.
B. Requesting approval of one (1) 35-month Ricoh Copier Lease (Model IM4000) with Ricoh USA, Inc. through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435) in the amount of $178.11 per month, with a one time buyout/return fee (Model IMC4500) in the amount of $2.70.
B. Requesting approval of one (1) 35-month Ricoh Copier Lease (Model IM4000) with Ricoh USA, Inc. through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4435) in the amount of $178.11 per month, with a one time buyout/return fee (Model IMC4500) in the amount of $2.70.
Attachments:
K.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-93681
A. Requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ pursuant to TxLGC 263.151(1) listed in "Exhibit A" contained herein as supporting documentation with no value for disposition.
B. Approval to dispose of assets described in Exhibit "A" herein via landfill due to assets being obsolete, damaged and no longer serving the purpose they were intended for.
B. Approval to dispose of assets described in Exhibit "A" herein via landfill due to assets being obsolete, damaged and no longer serving the purpose they were intended for.
L.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-93817
Requesting approval of Invoice No. 40225 in the amount of $1,104.84 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 to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-93683
Requesting approval of Payment Application #4 in the amount of $73,344.12 through PO# 859091 for A-1Facilities (Alamo Environmental) regarding the Election's Warehouse Renovation Project; with authority for Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
M.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-93684
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Tex. Const. Art. 3, Sec 52 for the purpose of outreach items in support of the Preventive Health & Human Services program, including but not limited to: "Fanny Pack with multipurpose, Inspire 25 oz. bottle w/ flip up lid and clear infuser basket, Clear Stadium Tote Bag, Sports Touch Wireless Bluetooth Headset with Charging Box, Stress Ball, 24 oz. PolySure Inspire Water Bottle, 11"x18" Rally Towel" for a period of 01/09/2024 to 08/31/2024.
Attachments:
N.
HIDTA - Task Force:
1.
AI-93766
Requesting Commissioners' Court approval, pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, to purchase promotional items to include journals/ notebooks, drawstring backpacks, plastic bottles, ceramic mugs, magnets, pencils, tent(s), lapel pins, lanyards, banners, table covers, plastic bags, customized picture/ article frames, recognition plaques, banners, presentation folders, flyers, instructional & informational booklets/ pamphlets/ brochures, challenge coins, challenge coin boxes and spin wheel(s) for the period of 01/01/2024 - 12/31/24.
O.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-93786
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for “Drug & Alcohol Testing for Hidalgo County Employees” with authority to re-advertise if applicable (RFB-23-0462).
Attachments:
P.
Juvenile Probation:
1.
AI-93781
Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for “Licensed Professional Counseling Services for Sex Offender Treatment” for Hidalgo County Juvenile Justice Center with authority to re-advertise if applicable (RFP 23-0477).
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 9th day of January, 2024
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 January 9, 2024.
Signed this 9th day of January 2024
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 9th day of January, 2024
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 January 9, 2024.
Signed this 9th day of January 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy