SPECIAL MEETING - FEBRUARY 6, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 6th day of February 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 FEBRUARY 6, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 14m:16s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull consent agenda items 3.C., 5.A.1., and 5.A.2., 11.C.3., 11.C.4.A., 11.C.4.B., and 11.K.2., for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining consent agenda items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except for Consent Agenda Items 3.C., 5.A.1., and 5.A.2., 11.C.3., 11.C.4.A., 11.C.4.B., and 11.K.2.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 3.C. (Audio Reference 14m:49s)
1.
AI-94038
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-94039
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-94062
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Alamo 2022-2023 TIRZ payment in the amount of $225,185.66 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Alamo, Hidalgo County, and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1.
Attachments:
3.
2024 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-94179
2024 - COUNTY CLERK (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-94150
2024 - Pct.4 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-94141
2024 - DA VAP (1281) (Audio Reference 14m:49s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Agenda Item 3.C., is subject to grantor approval.
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 3.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 5.A.1. (Audio Reference 15m:01s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Agenda Item 3.C., is subject to grantor approval.
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 3.C.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 5.A.1. (Audio Reference 15m:01s)
Attachments:
4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-94115
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-94022
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Oakhill Ranch Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC.) (F.M. 2221 & Salida Del Sol Drive)
Reimbursement Request: $2,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S)
a. Oakhill Ranch Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC.) (F.M. 2221 & Salida Del Sol Drive)
Reimbursement Request: $2,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S)
Attachments:
5.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-94088
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,397,842.50 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 01/11/2024 to 01/24/2024.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 15m:04s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 11.C.3. (Audio Reference 15m:24s)
| 01/11/2024 - 01/17/2024 | $712,581.05 |
| 01/18/2024 - 01/24/2024 | $685,261.45 |
| TOTAL | $1,397,842.50 |
(Audio Reference 15m:04s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 11.C.3. (Audio Reference 15m:24s)
Attachments:
6.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-94130
Approval of Texas Department of Agriculture affidavit certifying Hidalgo County issued a grant payment to Amigos Del Valle in the amount of $38,000 to be used between 7/1/2022 and 6/30/2023.
Attachments:
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-94102
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | L1956.01.000.0006.00 | FARAH ELVARD | $2,955.06 |
| 2. | L3130.02.000.0061.00 | ADELIA MARTINEZ | $1,098.21 |
| 3. | S0557.01.000.0103.00 | ANGELINA LOPEZ | $240.04 |
| 4. | T5453.00.000.0006.00 | YARDI SYSTEMS INC-MORTGAGE RELIEF FUND | $3,000.48 |
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-94155
County Commissioners (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 Association of Counties | $2,440.00 | 4-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
| South Texas County Judges & Commissioners Association | $300.00 | 4-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-94122
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval to pay 2024 Texas Police Association membership dues (req. #488462) for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, in the amount of $30.00, 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 Texas Police Association membership dues (req. #488462) for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra, in the amount of $30.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
C.
AI-94126
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval of requisition # 488466 for 2024 National Internal Affairs Investigators Association membership dues for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez in the amount of $100.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition # 488466 for 2024 National Internal Affairs Investigators Association membership dues for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez in the amount of $100.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-94128
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval of requisition # 488468 for 2024 membership dues to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez in the amount of $190.00 each with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition # 488468 for 2024 membership dues to the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez in the amount of $190.00 each with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-94071
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval of requisition #488165 for 2024 Major County Sheriffs of America Membership dues in the amount of $5,000.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #488165 for 2024 Major County Sheriffs of America Membership dues in the amount of $5,000.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
F.
AI-94040
County Auditor:
Requesting approval to pay 2024 membership dues to the Texas Association of County Auditor's (TACA) in the amount of $415.00 (Req#487779) with the Authority of the County Treasurer to issue the check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2024 membership dues to the Texas Association of County Auditor's (TACA) in the amount of $415.00 (Req#487779) with the Authority of the County Treasurer to issue the check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
9.
IT Department:
A.
AI-94041
Authorization and approval to continue and purchase two new gps devices with data service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: NASPO# MA176 with T-MOBILE USA INC for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| Constable Pct. 3 | 22 | Continuing GPS data service |
| Constable Pct. 3 | 2 | New GPS data service |
Attachments:
10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-94028
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
2. Approval of changes/corrections of the 2024 Adopted Salary Schedule as shown in Exhibit A.
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 340-004 | 0004 | Epidemiologist I | 13/03 | $58,053.00 | 13/05 | $62,188.00 | 02/05/2024 |
2. Approval of changes/corrections of the 2024 Adopted Salary Schedule as shown in Exhibit A.
11.
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-94129
Requesting authority for the advertisement and approval of the procurement packets for the 2024 Professional Services Pools as detailed below; including re-advertising, if applicable.
- Engineering Services - 24-0001
- Architectural Services - 24-0002
- Surveying Services - 24-0003
- Geotechnical & Construction Materials Testing - 24-0004
- Appraisal Services and/or Appraisal Review Services - 24-0005
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-94160
Requesting Commissioners' Court approval, pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, to purchase promotional items to include LED keychains, everyday tool carabiners, drawstring bags, stadium cups, pencils, pens, stress balls, popsockets, cooler bags, cell phone holders, silicone smart wallets, tire gauges, hand sanitizers, bandage dispensers, retractable badge reel/holders, lip balms, lanyards, and set up fees and charges.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94159
Requesting approval to process payment for Invoice No. 22-012-5 in the amount of $82,600.00 as submitted by Supreme Engineering, PLLC for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Inline Check Valves Project.
Attachments:
3.
AI-94143
Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet attached hereto for Rental of Various Heavy Equipment for ARPA Hike and Bike Project, including authority to re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-94167
Requesting approval for Hidalgo County Auditor to process and issue check(s) in the amount of $1,900.00 prior to services being rendered pursuant to Architectural Barriers Administrative Rules 68.80(g) to Mr. Anthony Covacevich- Registered Accessibility Specialist-designated by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in order to permit the processing of: the Project Filing-Plan Review and Inspection for the "Pct 2 Nolana Loop Project" for compliance with ABA rule 68.50(a)(c), with authority for Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu to sign all pertinent documents.
2.
AI-94076
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Precinct 2 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:
3.
AI-94151
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice No. 2024-027 in the amount of $5,495.00 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services rendered under Contract (C-21-0554-08-10 WA#1) for the Pct 2 Administration Complex Parking Lot Improvement Project. (Audio Reference 15m:25s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 11.C.3.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 11.C.3.
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 11.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 11.K.2. (Audio Reference 15m:40s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 11.C.3.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 11.C.3.
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 11.C.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 11.K.2. (Audio Reference 15m:40s)
Attachments:
4.
AI-94176
A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2, with an estimated cost of $14,980.00, as submitted by Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc., through Hidalgo County's Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0270-07-25) to provide geotechnical, surveying, and MEP services for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot & Amenities Project, with authority for County Judge and Commissioner Precinct No. 2 to sign all required documentation. (Audio Reference 16m:33s)
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu requested for agenda items 11.C.4.A., and 11.C.4.B., to be placed in the regular Commissioner's Court Agenda.
Mr. Valde Guerra proceeded to review Consent Agenda Items 11.C.4.A., and 11.C.4.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.4.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of C-23-0270-07-25, requesting authority for Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc., to engage the following subcontractors; Terracon Consultants, Inc., Kane-Lindsey, LLC, and Unitech Engineering, LLC. (Audio Reference 17m:41s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.4.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 18m:11s)
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu requested for agenda items 11.C.4.A., and 11.C.4.B., to be placed in the regular Commissioner's Court Agenda.
Mr. Valde Guerra proceeded to review Consent Agenda Items 11.C.4.A., and 11.C.4.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.4.A.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of C-23-0270-07-25, requesting authority for Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc., to engage the following subcontractors; Terracon Consultants, Inc., Kane-Lindsey, LLC, and Unitech Engineering, LLC. (Audio Reference 17m:41s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.C.4.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 18m:11s)
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-94121
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 33 in the amount of $190,442.22 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23), as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94158
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted project engineer, L&G Engineers Inc., for Precinct 3 projects.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329668 | 1-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #5 | 818290 & 872310 | $47,250.00 |
| 11329664 | 1-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $5,100.00 |
| 11329649 | 1-31-2024 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 & 868314 | $15,155.08 |
| 11329650 | 1-31-2024 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA #1 | 873046 | $122,229.92 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-94163
Requesting approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by Brownstone Consultants in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resources Center project (C-22-0214-05-17).
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 4141020 | 2-01-2024 | 861908 | $3,062.56 |
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-94125
Requesting approval of payment of project pay application listed below.
| Pay App Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Pay App Number | P.O. Number | Pay App Amount |
| 12/20/2022 | All Star Park | RG Enterprises, LLC dba G&G Contractors | 5 | 843995 | $243,435.60 |
Attachments:
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-93942
A. In accordance with TLGC 263.151(2) and 263.152(a)(1) (3) requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" as surplus for the purpose of sale through auction and to remove assets after the auction or to dispose of assets in the event that no bids are received.
B. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise.
B. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94085
Requesting approval to add/delete the following vehicles and fuel card users (drivers) with US Bank Voyager:
- Adult Probation – Add 18 drivers and delete 9 drivers (11/23)
- Constable Pct. 2 – Add 1 vehicle (11/23)
- District Attorney – Add 1 driver (12/23)
- Emergency Management – Add 1 vehicle (12/23)
- Facilities Management – Add 15 drivers and delete 19 drivers (10/23)
- Head Start – Add 2 drivers (10/23)
- Health & Human Services – Add 6 drivers (10/23)
- Sheriff’s Office – Add 4 drivers and delete 1 driver (11/23)
Attachments:
G.
Constables:
1.
AI-94077
Constable Pct. #2:
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 2 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.
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 2 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:
2.
AI-94068
Constable Pct. #1:
Requesting approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" to include: backdrops, rulers, pens, cups, note pads, tote bags, magnets, water bottles, key chains, mouse pads, mugs, USB'S, portable chargers, pencils, notebooks, school boxes, wristbands, school pouches, cinch backpacks, challenge coins, Hacky Sacks, deputy badge stickers, lanyards, stress balls, key chains, caps, beverage insulators, and canopy. These items will be used to inform, relate progress, educate and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety and education.
Requesting approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" to include: backdrops, rulers, pens, cups, note pads, tote bags, magnets, water bottles, key chains, mouse pads, mugs, USB'S, portable chargers, pencils, notebooks, school boxes, wristbands, school pouches, cinch backpacks, challenge coins, Hacky Sacks, deputy badge stickers, lanyards, stress balls, key chains, caps, beverage insulators, and canopy. These items will be used to inform, relate progress, educate and report information to our constituents on aspects dealing with public safety and education.
H.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-94109
Requesting approval to ratify action taken on 01/23/2024 in reference to agenda item 93962 in order to reflect the correct amount due to A-1 Facilities (Alamo Environmental) for payment application 6 & 7; revised amount for payment application 6 is $208,141.53 and $116,427.66 for payment application 7.
2.
AI-94053
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Facilities Management's 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:
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-94031
Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) and final one (1) year contract extension with Mid Valley Cemetery, Inc. DBA Val Verde Memorial Gardens for “Burial Services and Plots for Unidentified Pauper Remains” (C-21-0792-03-08) under the same terms, and conditions as permitted under the current agreement.
Attachments:
J.
HIDTA - Task Force:
1.
AI-94008
District Attorney's Office-Task Force:
Requesting approval of one (1) 36-month lease agreement with Canon Financial Services for a copier (IMAGERUNNER ADVANCE DX C3935i Color unit), through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4437) in the amount of $308.87 per month.
Requesting approval of one (1) 36-month lease agreement with Canon Financial Services for a copier (IMAGERUNNER ADVANCE DX C3935i Color unit), through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4437) in the amount of $308.87 per month.
Attachments:
K.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-94059
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office's 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:
2.
AI-94027
Requesting approval to exercise and ratify the retroactive one (1) year extension as provided in the current contract(C-19-319-05-07) for Legend and Non-Legend Pharmaceuticals with Correct RX Pharmacy Services, Inc., under the same rates, terms, and conditions. (Audio Reference 15m:52s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the correct contract number is C-21-171-02-28.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda Item 11.K.2., with corrections made.
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 11.K.2., with correction made.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 11.C.4.A. (Audio Reference 16m:25s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the correct contract number is C-21-171-02-28.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda Item 11.K.2., with corrections made.
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 11.K.2., with correction made.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 11.C.4.A. (Audio Reference 16m:25s)
Attachments:
L.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-94092
Requesting approval to exercise the final automatic one (1) year extension as provided in the current contract (C-20-263-02-26), with the City of Donna for "Scofflaw denial process", 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 6th day of February, 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 February 6, 2024.
Signed this 6th day of February 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 6th day of February, 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 February 6, 2024.
Signed this 6th day of February 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy