SPECIAL MEETING - MARCH 5, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 5th day of March 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 ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 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 MARCH 5, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 19m:28s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., 6.A.2., and 14.C.4., 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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., 6.A.2., and 14.C.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 6.A.1. (Audio Reference 19m:52s)
1.
AI-94214
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-94215
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-94450
Discussion, consideration and approval to process payment for tax year 2022 in the amount of $194,784.86 to HEB Grocery Company pursuant to the Economic Development Agreement between the City of Weslaco, Hidalgo County, and HEB Grocery Company.
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3.
2024 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-94414
2024 - DA HSGD BPU (1281)
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4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-94439
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-94408
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Hernandez Brothers Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Rogelio & Anet Hernandez) (5 Mile Line & Bentsen Palm Drive)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Campbell Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Alexander Campbell III) (Valverde Road & Roosevelt Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Hernandez Brothers Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Rogelio & Anet Hernandez) (5 Mile Line & Bentsen Palm Drive)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Campbell Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Alexander Campbell III) (Valverde Road & Roosevelt Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
C.
AI-94365
1. Preliminary Approval
a. RG Estates Phase IV Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RG Estates, LLC.) (Cesar Chavez Road & Benito Ramirez Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single 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 Benito Ramirez Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road is paved.
b. URI Estates No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (TJ & CJ Land LTD.) (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 22 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Davis Road and Cesar Chavez Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area (Has been released from City’s ETJ)
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Davis Road and Cesar Chavez Road are paved.
c. Eduardo’s Subdivision No. 21- Pct. 3 (Izaguirre Real Estate Holdings) (Mile 6 ½ North Road & Trosper Road)
No. of Lots: 62 Single Family
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area (Has been released from City’s ETJ)
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Alton.
Paved: No, Mile 6 ½ North Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
d. Eduardo’s Subdivision No. 22- Pct. 3 (Izaguirre Real Estate Holdings) (Los Ebanos Road & Mile 6 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 64 Single Family
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:11
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area (Has been released from City’s ETJ)
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Alton.
Paved: Yes, Los Ebanos Road is paved and 3 internal streets are to be paved.
e. Maravillas Estates Phase 4 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Handi Diora, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 1 West Road)
No. of Lots: 87 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:9
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 1 West Road is paved. Mile 11 North Road and 3 internal streets are to be paved.
a. RG Estates Phase IV Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RG Estates, LLC.) (Cesar Chavez Road & Benito Ramirez Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single 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 Benito Ramirez Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road is paved.
b. URI Estates No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (TJ & CJ Land LTD.) (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 22 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Davis Road and Cesar Chavez Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area (Has been released from City’s ETJ)
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Davis Road and Cesar Chavez Road are paved.
c. Eduardo’s Subdivision No. 21- Pct. 3 (Izaguirre Real Estate Holdings) (Mile 6 ½ North Road & Trosper Road)
No. of Lots: 62 Single Family
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area (Has been released from City’s ETJ)
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Alton.
Paved: No, Mile 6 ½ North Road and 4 internal streets to be paved.
d. Eduardo’s Subdivision No. 22- Pct. 3 (Izaguirre Real Estate Holdings) (Los Ebanos Road & Mile 6 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 64 Single Family
Flood Zone: X & A
Estimated Number of Streetlights:11
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area (Has been released from City’s ETJ)
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Alton.
Paved: Yes, Los Ebanos Road is paved and 3 internal streets are to be paved.
e. Maravillas Estates Phase 4 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Handi Diora, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 1 West Road)
No. of Lots: 87 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:9
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 1 West Road is paved. Mile 11 North Road and 3 internal streets are to be paved.
D.
AI-94451
1. PIPEINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 21.78 acres being all of lots 10, 11, and the east ½ of lot 12 Blk. 41 of the Amended map of Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Proposed Uri Estates #2 Subdivision (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Davis Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Davis Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lot 19 Re-subdivision of the west 20.93 acres of Lot 3A Section 267 Tex-Mex Railway Co. Survey (Kenyon Road & FM 2128) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline west of Kenyon Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Kenyon Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.00 acres out of Tract 2 Blk. 95 JC Engleman JR Subdivision of Section 95 and the east ½ of Section 94 Mo-Tex Land & Irrigation Co. (Mile 19 North Road & FM 493) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Mile 19 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 19 North Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 13 & 14 Blk. 4 Walston Farms Subdivision (Marie Drive & Billman Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline north of Marie Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Marie Drive.
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 21.78 acres being all of lots 10, 11, and the east ½ of lot 12 Blk. 41 of the Amended map of Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Proposed Uri Estates #2 Subdivision (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline south of Davis Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Davis Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lot 19 Re-subdivision of the west 20.93 acres of Lot 3A Section 267 Tex-Mex Railway Co. Survey (Kenyon Road & FM 2128) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline west of Kenyon Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Kenyon Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 10.00 acres out of Tract 2 Blk. 95 JC Engleman JR Subdivision of Section 95 and the east ½ of Section 94 Mo-Tex Land & Irrigation Co. (Mile 19 North Road & FM 493) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Mile 19 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 19 North Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 13 & 14 Blk. 4 Walston Farms Subdivision (Marie Drive & Billman Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline north of Marie Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Marie Drive.
Attachments:
5.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-94440
Approval of 457 plan hardship withdrawal request for employee #068942
Attachments:
6.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-94379
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,665,359.17 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/08/2024 to 02/21/2024.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 19m:52s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 14.C.4. (Audio Reference 20m:10s)
| 02/08/2024 - 02/14/2024 | $735,638.79 |
| 02/15/2024 - 02/21/2024 | $929,720.38 |
| Total | $1,665,359.17 |
(Audio Reference 19m:52s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 14.C.4. (Audio Reference 20m:10s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-94353
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 02/01/2024 - 02/15/2024 in the amount of $72,909.04 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 02/01/2024 - 02/15/2024 in the amount of $72,909.04 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-94459
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | C4700.00.001.0010.00 | CITRUS BAY OWNERS ASSN | $5,472.36 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-94455
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | H0850.00.002.0097.03 | INTERNATIONAL PAPER COMPANY | $7,059.59 |
| 2 | L0400.00.024.0004.01 | MHC VICTORIA PALMS II LLC C/O EQUITY PROPERTY TAX GROUP | $25,940.40 |
| 3 | S6435.00.000.002A.00 | APKA INVESTMENTS LLC | $2,939.50 |
| 4 | T5553.00.000.0001.00 | CNMK TEXAS PROPERTIES LTD | $36,620.89 |
| 5 | T5553.00.000.0001.00 | CNMK TEXAS PROPERTIES LTD | $27,657.43 |
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-94395
Constable Pct 2 (1100):
Requesting approval to pay annual 2024 JPCA Membership Dues for all Constable Employees in the amount of $880.00 (req #489938) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay annual 2024 JPCA Membership Dues for all Constable Employees in the amount of $880.00 (req #489938) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-94378
Constable Pct. #4:
Requesting approval to renew the Membership with the Justice of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio "JR" Gaitan in the total amount of $70.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to renew the Membership with the Justice of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio "JR" Gaitan in the total amount of $70.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-94363
DBM:
Requesting approval to pay membership renewal dues to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Damaris San Miguel & Rey Salazar, with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req#489744
Requesting approval to pay membership renewal dues to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Damaris San Miguel & Rey Salazar, with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req#489744
Attachments:
D.
AI-94358
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. # |
| LRGVDC | $46,178.00 | 4-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-94404
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval to pay 2024 Texas Chief Deputies Association membership dues (req. #490048) for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez, 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 Chief Deputies Association membership dues (req. #490048) for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez, 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:
F.
AI-94304
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service (1100):
Requesting approval for payment of 2024 Membership Dues totaling $1,000.00 (with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor) as follows: 2024 Membership Dues to The University of Kentucky, Urban Extension Initiative - Fellowship for Dr. Andrea A. Valdez, County Extension Agent-Family & Community Health Hidalgo County Administrator.
Requesting approval for payment of 2024 Membership Dues totaling $1,000.00 (with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor) as follows: 2024 Membership Dues to The University of Kentucky, Urban Extension Initiative - Fellowship for Dr. Andrea A. Valdez, County Extension Agent-Family & Community Health Hidalgo County Administrator.
Attachments:
9.
Head Start:
A.
AI-94374
Discussion/Approval on Request to Approve Application and Certification for Invoice #20410 in the Amount of $4,914.37 for Professional Services Submitted by B2Z Engineering, Construction Management Engineer, through Contract C-21-004--09-21-AS for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms
Attachments:
B.
AI-94384
Discussion/Approval on Request to Approve Application and Certificate for Payment for Invoice #D210242TX.00-01 in the amount of $30,140.66 for Professional Services Submitted by CONSOR Engineers, LLC, through Contract C-22-002-04-05-AS for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms
Attachments:
C.
AI-94385
Discussion/Approval on Request to Approve Application and Certification for Payment for Invoice #1822101-04 in the Amount of $5,444.36 for Professional Services Submitted by Laura Warren, Project Architect, Inc., through Contract C-21-0683-08-24 for Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms
Attachments:
D.
AI-94386
Discussion/Approval on Request for Gate Exit System Repairs & Gate Entry Video Intercom Installed through the Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Buyboard’s Awarded Vendor, Superior Alarms, (Contract #654-21), for the Term of the TASB Contract Expiring on 11/30/2024
Attachments:
E.
AI-94387
Discussion/Approval to Advertise and Approval of Statement of Qualifications, Requirements and Scope of Services for the Following:
- Medical and Dental Providers
- Mental Health Providers
Attachments:
F.
AI-94373
Approval of Monthly Reports for January 2024
1. Program Information Summary Report (PIS)
2, Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment - Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report
1. Program Information Summary Report (PIS)
2, Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment - Average Daily Attendance (ADA) Report
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report
Attachments:
10.
Urban County:
A.
AI-94409
“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase supplies from Fisher Scientific Company LLC for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $5,609.88 UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized.
11.
IT Department:
A.
AI-94201
Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless 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: |
| Health Department | 4 | New Cell Phone Service |
Attachments:
12.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-94411
Health Clinics (1100) / Co Auditor (1100):
1. Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective as indicated:
1. Approval of the following Salary Schedule change in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 340-003 | 0011 | Registered Nurse IV | 17/01 | $73,728.00 | 17/03 | $78,979.00 | 02/26/2024 |
2. Approval of the following personnel actions, effective as indicated:
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Allowance | Proposed Allowance | Effective Date |
| Delete Supplemental Allowance | 170-001 | 0011 | Internal Auditor II | 00/00 | $1,500.00 | $0.00 | 02/26/2024 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 170-001 | 0019 | Internal Auditor III | 00/00 | $0.00 | $1,500.00 | 02/26/2024 |
| Delete Supplemental Allowance | 170-001 | 0017 | Accountant III | 00/00 | $1,500.00 | $0.00 | 03/04/2024 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 170-001 | 0059 | Accountant IV | 00/00 | $0.00 | $1,500.00 | 03/04/2024 |
Attachments:
13.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-94464
Requesting acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 8 in the amount of $123,737.50 dated 2/25/2024 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.
AI-94460
Requesting approval to process Invoice # 1597 dated 2/22/2024 submitted by 8/A Builders LLC for the Sheriff's Office re-pavement of the Jail Parking Lot in the amount of $45,874.25 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:
C.
AI-94381
Requesting approval to process invoice # 2024-028 dated 2/1/2024 in the amount of $232.30 (PO# 870128 - CID) and $1,822.80 (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).
Attachments:
D.
AI-94380
Requesting approval to process invoice # 40230 dated 2/6/2024 in the amount of $1,019.72 (PO# 870316) for the materials testing services for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations parking lot and invoice # 40231 dated 2/6/2024 in the amount of $3,301.38 (PO# 870363) for the materials testing services for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Detention Center parking lot submitted by B2Z Engineering through the current agreement Contract # C-22-0728-01-01.
Attachments:
14.
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-93861
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Title Company Services Pool" (RFP-24-0020) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-94394
Requesting approval to submit an alarm permit renewal application as required by the City of Pharr - Police Department for the Precinct 2 Indoor Sports Complex, located at 3600 Athol St, Pharr, TX 78577, with authority for County Commissioner Eduardo Cantu to sign the application, and authority for the County Treasurer to issue check for the alarm permit fee and any applicable late fees, after review and audit procedures are completed by the Auditor.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94185
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) | 01/31/24 | 11329655 | $46,388.35 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 01/31/24 | 11329656 | $9,974.94 | 853337 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-94468
Approval of payment of Invoice No. 113-01 in the amount of $5,566.20 submitted by the project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided under Contract C-23-0270-07-25 (WA#1), for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot and Amenities Project.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-94415
Requesting approval of procurement packet with authority to advertise the "Professional Engineering Services for Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Liberty Blvd. Project (US 83 to Mile 3 Rd.), including re-advertising, if necessary.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94443
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 34 in the amount of $69,209.45 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23) as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
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3.
AI-94376
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by Brownstone Consultants in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resources Center, Contract No. C-22-0214-05-17.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 4129725 | 12-1-23 | 861908 | $4,276.80 |
| 4124081 | 11-1-23 | 861908 | $4,374.40 |
| 4110445 | 08-01-23 | 861908 | $2,728.90 |
| 4091813 | 3-1-23 | 861908 | $6,812.90 |
| 4079170 | 10-1-22 | 861908 | $9,283.20 |
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4.
AI-94399
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Lease of Land in the Vicinity of Cuevitas, Los Ebanos, or Sullivan City, Texas" (RFB 24-0016) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary. (Audio Reference 20m:13s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that no action was needed for Agenda Item 14.C.4.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 14.C.4.
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioners Court Agenda Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 20m:25s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that no action was needed for Agenda Item 14.C.4.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 14.C.4.
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioners Court Agenda Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 20m:25s)
Attachments:
5.
AI-94335
Requesting approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project architect, ERO Architect for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC project.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 2024-033 | 2-15-2024 | 863852 | $3,720.50 |
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-94497
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 |
| 02/23/2024 | Mile 17 SW Project | RDH Site & Concrete, LLC | 1 | 870199 | $100,050.30 |
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-94486
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 Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | 02/29/2024 | 11329691 | $12,599.76 | 874949 |
Attachments:
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-94444
Requesting approval to enter into four (4) vehicle lease agreements to replace current county-wide leased vehicles for a term of sixty (60) months through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing (Contract No. 652-21), from Commercial Vehicle Leasing, LLC DBA D&M Leasing in the total estimated monthly lease payment of $3,550.96, with authority for County Judge or County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
| Quantity | Year | Make | Model | Monthly Payment |
| 2 | 2024 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 4WD V8 | $945.88 |
| 2 | 2024 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 2WD 4Cyl. | $829.60 |
Attachments:
G.
Constables:
1.
AI-94398
Constable Pct. 2:
Requesting declaration of public purpose, pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include but not limited to: school supplies, colors, pencils, rulers, pens, stainless steel coffee cups, mouse pads, ball stress relievers cinch drawstring backpacks, auto sun shades, Koozies, flyers, power clips, grocery tote bags, roadster mugs, slim fit water bottles, pop sockets recreational and utility knives, lapel pins, die-cut plastic bags, insulated lunch bags, challenge coins, badge stickers and etc.
Requesting declaration of public purpose, pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3 Sec. 52 for the purchase of promotional items to include but not limited to: school supplies, colors, pencils, rulers, pens, stainless steel coffee cups, mouse pads, ball stress relievers cinch drawstring backpacks, auto sun shades, Koozies, flyers, power clips, grocery tote bags, roadster mugs, slim fit water bottles, pop sockets recreational and utility knives, lapel pins, die-cut plastic bags, insulated lunch bags, challenge coins, badge stickers and etc.
Attachments:
H.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-94396
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3, Sec. 52 for the purpose of outreach items to Hidalgo County residents in connection with instruction and educating the public on emergency preparedness initiatives and programs including but not limited to a paperback, Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10.
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2.
AI-94343
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by ERO Architects for architectural services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Project.
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 853720 | 2024-032 | 2/15/2024 | $2,296.87 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-94249
Requesting approval of the Sentinel Cloud Based Monitoring Subscription Agreement between HC and Phonetics Inc., dba Sensaphone, with automatic annual one year renewal periods.
Attachments:
I.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-94435
Requesting approval to purchase a Lemur 2 Twin Pack Drone Bundle with a five (5) year license agreement through HC's membership with Buyboard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 718-23), from BRINC Drones, Inc., in the total amount of $19,999.00 annually.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94368
Requesting approval to exercise a one (1) year renewal as stated in the current Memorandum of Understanding (MOU No. C-07-225-05-08) for the "Prenatal Health Care Services for Inmates", between the Hidalgo County Health Department and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office.
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3.
AI-94350
A. Requesting authority to ratify the following Change Directives in connection with the Renovations and Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility project (C-22-0661-05-30) from the contracted vendor, Noble Texas Builders, LLC:
B. Requesting authority for the HC Sheriff, Designee, or the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Description | Total Amount |
| Change Directive No. 26 - Scullery Exhaust Duct (above ceiling) | $5,900 |
| Change Directive No. 27 - Exhaust Fan Manual Activation Switches Relocation | $9,598 |
| Change Directive No. 28 - SHU Shower Enclosures | $64,949 |
| Change Directive No. 29 - New Floor Drains at Mechanical Room | $5,595 |
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 5th day of March, 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 March 5, 2024.
Signed this 5th day of March 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 5th day of March, 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 March 5, 2024.
Signed this 5th day of March 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy