SPECIAL MEETING - MARCH 19, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 19th 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 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 MARCH 19, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 25m:55s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 6.B., 7.A.1., 7.A.2., 13.E.1., and 13.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 Agenda Items 6.B., 7.A.1., 7.A.2., 13.E.1., and 13.C.4.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 6.B. (Audio Reference 26m:19s)
1.
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.
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-94516
Pursuant to Local Government Code Section 114.023-114.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the months of January 2023 through November 2023.
Attachments:
3.
2024 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-94506
2024 Pct.4 Sanitation (1100)
Attachments:
B.
AI-94511
2024 - Veterans Services (1100)
Attachments:
C.
AI-94502
2024 - Veterans Services (1283)
Attachments:
4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-94585
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-94607
1. PIPELINE PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 8.07 acres being the south 1,172ft. of Lot 8 Blk. 12 of the amended plat of blocks 7, 12, and 25 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Subdivision (Ingle Road & Terry Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Ingle Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring
Ingle Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 17.51 acres being part of Lot 92 La Blanca Ag. Co. Subdivision B and all of Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2 of Engleman Resubdivision of Blk. 93 (Mile 12 ½ North Road & La Blanca Road) (Pct.1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline south of Mile 12 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 12” PVC casing boring Mile 12 ½ North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 104.06 out of Lots 2,7,8,9, and 10 Blk. 77 out of Lots 5 and 12 Blk. 78 Mo-Tex Land & Irrig. Co. ; Proposed Vista Ridge Acres Phase VIII Subdivision (Mile 19 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) (Pct.1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline east of Mile 5 ½ West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 19 North Road.
d. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 36 Hilda No. 2 Subdivision (Mile 3 Road & Schuerbach Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Thompson Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Thompson Road.
e. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2663233-WE55E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:West of Mile 6 1/2 West Road approximately 1/4 mile north of Mile 5 North Road. (Pct. 1)
f. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3937759-WE24E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Northwest corner of Afortunado Avenue and Ramsey Road. (Pct. 1)
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907350-EM19E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:North of Vista Bonita Road approximately ¼ mile west of Brushline Road. (Pct. 4)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 4367805-WD09E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:Southeast corner of Mile 12 North Road and Azteca Street (Pct. 1)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 8.07 acres being the south 1,172ft. of Lot 8 Blk. 12 of the amended plat of blocks 7, 12, and 25 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Subdivision (Ingle Road & Terry Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Ingle Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring
Ingle Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 17.51 acres being part of Lot 92 La Blanca Ag. Co. Subdivision B and all of Lot 1 and a portion of Lot 2 of Engleman Resubdivision of Blk. 93 (Mile 12 ½ North Road & La Blanca Road) (Pct.1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline south of Mile 12 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 12” PVC casing boring Mile 12 ½ North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 104.06 out of Lots 2,7,8,9, and 10 Blk. 77 out of Lots 5 and 12 Blk. 78 Mo-Tex Land & Irrig. Co. ; Proposed Vista Ridge Acres Phase VIII Subdivision (Mile 19 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) (Pct.1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline east of Mile 5 ½ West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Mile 19 North Road.
d. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 36 Hilda No. 2 Subdivision (Mile 3 Road & Schuerbach Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Thompson Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Thompson Road.
e. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 2663233-WE55E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:West of Mile 6 1/2 West Road approximately 1/4 mile north of Mile 5 North Road. (Pct. 1)
f. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 3937759-WE24E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Northwest corner of Afortunado Avenue and Ramsey Road. (Pct. 1)
g. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 1907350-EM19E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:North of Vista Bonita Road approximately ¼ mile west of Brushline Road. (Pct. 4)
h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 4367805-WD09E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:Southeast corner of Mile 12 North Road and Azteca Street (Pct. 1)
Attachments:
5.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-94548
District Clerk Fee report for the month of February 2024 - $407,646.47
Attachments:
B.
AI-94525
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2024 February
Attachments:
6.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-94545
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health (1100):
1. Approval of payment for FY 2024 county allocation of required local match in the amount of $1,365,156.00 for HHSC Contract #HHS001324500038 for MH & BH Services & Contract #HHS001333300038 for IDD Services, in accordance with Texas Health & Safety Code Section 534.066 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
2. Approval of payment for FY 2024 county allocation match in the amount of $254,248.00 for psychiatric emergency crisis services - HHSC Contract #HHS001324500038-A06 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
1. Approval of payment for FY 2024 county allocation of required local match in the amount of $1,365,156.00 for HHSC Contract #HHS001324500038 for MH & BH Services & Contract #HHS001333300038 for IDD Services, in accordance with Texas Health & Safety Code Section 534.066 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
2. Approval of payment for FY 2024 county allocation match in the amount of $254,248.00 for psychiatric emergency crisis services - HHSC Contract #HHS001324500038-A06 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-94510
Approval of invoice No. 5222611 dated 03/04/2024 in the amount of $100.55 as submitted by McGriff, Siebels & Williams of Texas, Inc. for 4th Qtr. adjustments to the 2023 County Wide Commercial Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are complete by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 26m:19s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the correct invoice should read McGriff Insurance Services, LLC.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B., with corrections made.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 7.A.1. (Audio Reference 26m:41s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, stated that the correct invoice should read McGriff Insurance Services, LLC.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 6.B., with corrections made.
Vote: 5 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 7.A.1. (Audio Reference 26m:41s)
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-94544
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,578,521.11 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/22/2024 to 03/01/2024.
| 02/22/2024 - 02/28/2024 | $1,047,410.73 |
| 02/29/2024 | $9,643.87 |
| 03/01/2024 - 03/06/2024 | $521,466.51 |
| Total | $1,578,521.11 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 26m:42s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 13.E.1. (Audio Reference 27m:00s)
(Audio Reference 26m:42s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 13.E.1. (Audio Reference 27m:00s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-94499
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 02/16/2024 - 02/29/2024 in the amount of $49,131.59 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 02/16/2024 - 02/29/2024 in the amount of $49,131.59 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-94590
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | 10077.00.000.0005.00 | LONE STAR NATIONAL BANK | $3,940.38 |
| 2 | T0945.21.000.00C3.00 | JORGE GARCIA | $2,838.18 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-94597
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | O7800.01.000.0019.00 | RAMOS DAVID A & HILDA | $2,574.39 |
| 2 | W0100.99.030.0007.33 | TRAMUC TRANSPORT TRAMUC LLC | $44,987.93 |
| 3 | W3630.02.001.0041.00 | CASAREZ RENE SALINAS & NORA VASQUEZ | $5,153.75 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-94532
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | K6910.06.000.0123.00 | GARZA MICHAEL K | $2,638.75 |
| 2 | M3550.00.037.0000.01 | VAQUERO VENTURES XIII LP | $3,420.51 |
| 3 | O8300.99.000.0001.30 | ORIGIN FRESH LLC | $3,710.41 |
| 4 | P6451.99.000.0014.01 | TRAVELER PRODUCE LLC | $4,347.25 |
D.
AI-94531
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | A2360.00.000.0001.05 | PRO HOME INVESTMENTS LLC | $7,822.73 |
| 2 | M3248.05.000.0006.00 | MADRIC HOLDINGS INC | $3,633.76 |
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-94573
County Commissioners (1100):
Approval to pay 2024 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
Approval to pay 2024 membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
| VENDOR | AMOUNT | ACCT. # |
| County Judges & Commissioners Association of Texas | $ 3,744.00 | 4-1100-413-30-125-004-0-810 |
B.
AI-94518
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $595.00 (Requisition #490656), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $595.00 (Requisition #490656), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-94591
Constable Pct. 1
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association in the total amount of $745.00 (Requisition#489779) with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association in the total amount of $745.00 (Requisition#489779) with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-94619
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 (Promotion) | 350-002 | 0007 | Peer Counselor I | 03/04 | $27,830.00 | 3/05 | $28,804.00 | 03/11/2024 |
2. Approval of changes/corrections of the 2024 Adopted Salary Schedule as shown in Exhibit A.
Attachments:
11.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-94507
Requesting approval to process invoice # 40232 dated 3/1/2024 in the amount of $2,476.04 (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:
12.
Pct. #2:
A.
AI-94520
Requesting permission by Palm Valley Animal Society to use the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Administration Complex to hold an animal vaccine clinic on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 9am to 12pm.
13.
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-94621
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Purchase of Concrete Mix and Delivery" (RFB 24-0084) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94513
Requesting authority to ratify the Change Order No. 111 in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County New Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc.; with authority for County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| CO 111 (PCO 285) - Added scope of work for punch windows (PCO 286) - ASI 17R4 ASI 18R1 RFI 689.1 Vertical Gap at Judges Parking (PCO 287) - ASI 19 Revision to RFI 686.1 Counterflashing at Curb |
$172,480.00 |
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-94569
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 No. |
| Mile 6 WA #2 (M14½-SH107) | 02/29/2024 | 11329677 | $6,164.01 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #5 (M11-M14½) | 02/29/2024 | 11329673 | $79,204.00 | 862918 |
| Mile 10 WA#1 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 02/29/2024 | 11329688 | $3,600.00 | 796083 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 02/29/2024 | 11329689 | $70,080.00 | 860539 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N-M8N) | 02/29/2024 | 11329693 | $37,746.20 | 868315 |
| Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM493-FM88) | 02/29/2024 | 11329672 | $85,452.00 | 873385 |
2.
AI-94605
Requesting approval to process payment for Invoice No. 22-012-6 in the amount of $55,860.00 as submitted by Supreme Engineering, PLLC for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Inline Check Valves Project.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-94549
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices submitted by the project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct 2 project;
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot (WA#1) | 03/05/24 | 113-02 | $8,905.92 | 875593 |
| Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot (WA#2) | 03/05/24 | 113-01B | $4,125.00 | 876886 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-94554
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) | 03/01/24 | 20412 | $10,031.60 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Prj. (WA#2) | 03/01/24 | 20413 | $16,274.54 | 861129 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Prj. (WA#3) | 03/01/24 | 20414 | $55,566.63 | 873138 |
3.
AI-94565
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) | 02/29/24 | 11329678 | $49,211.30 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 02/29/24 | 11329679 | $4,170.09 | 853337 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#1) | 02/29/24 | 11329682 | $7,353.56 | 760468 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#3) | 02/29/24 | 11329683 | $11,255.75 | 841054 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-94498
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice No. 2024-050 in the amount of $2,671.50 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.
Reference Agenda Item 13.E.1., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 13.E.1., for action taken.
Attachments:
5.
AI-94465
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 14 in the amount of $127,292.40 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:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-94504
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application Number 17 in the amount of $16,558.75 for the Extension of Shary Road, 2 Miles North of SH107, submitted by the contract engineers, SAMES, Inc.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94508
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineers, L&G Engineering Inc., and B2Z Engineering.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329694 | 2-29-24 | Liberty Rd. WA #5 | 818290 & 872310 | $52,125.00 |
| 11329684 | 2-29-24 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $21,800.00 |
| 11329675 | 2-29-24 | Mile 3 Rd. WA #6 | 784305 & 868314 | $18,574.32 |
| 11329680 | 2-29-24 | Veterans Blvd. WA #3 | 868501 | $7,890.00 |
| 11329676 | 2-29-24 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA #1 | 873046 | $99,100.19 |
| 30043 | 3-1-2024 | Mile 3 N. Rd. WA #1 | 823768 | $13,202.75 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-94503
Requesting approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by Brownstone Consultants in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Total Amount |
| 4147727 | 3-01-2024 | 861908 | $5,054.40 |
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-94500
Requesting approval of payment for project invoices listed below:
Requesting approval of payment for ARPA project invoice listed below:
(Audio Reference 27m:01s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 13.E.1., and 13.C.4.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda items 13.E.1., and 13.C.4.
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 items 13.E.1., and 13.C.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner Court Agenda - Item 5.B. (Audio Reference 27m:22s)
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 02/08/2024 | Head Start Parking Lot Improvements | Rene Guerra & Son | 7 | 864927 | $26,818.50 |
| 02/29/2024 | Head Start Parking Lot Improvements | Rene Guerra & Son | 8-Retainage | 864927 | $43,036.25 |
| 02/19/2024 | Trenton Roadway Improvements | Tedsi | 202894 | 859188 | $105,284.85 |
03/01/2024 |
Russell Rd Realignment | GDJ Engineering | 2024-053 | 867303 | $12,021.70 |
| 02/29/2024 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11329686 | 854100 | $65,924.98 |
| 02/29/2024 | FM1925 Project WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 11329687 | 868045 | $68,948.18 |
| 02/29/2024 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11329685 | 785986 | $5,940.00 |
Requesting approval of payment for ARPA project invoice listed below:
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | ARPA Project Number | Invoice Amount |
| 03/01/2024 | Mile 17 & 83Rd SW Project | Rene Guerra & Son | 2 | 874557 | ARPA: 22-124-051 | $80,255.51 |
(Audio Reference 27m:01s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 13.E.1., and 13.C.4.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda items 13.E.1., and 13.C.4.
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 items 13.E.1., and 13.C.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner Court Agenda - Item 5.B. (Audio Reference 27m:22s)
Attachments:
F.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-94515
Requesting approval to process payment of L&G invoice for the December 2023 MPO, in the amount of $1,747.36, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor
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G.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-94620
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 875594, dated 02/02/2024, to reflect replacement of four (4) 2023 Ford F-250 trucks with a total monthly lease payment of $4,220.16 for four (4) 2024 F-250 trucks with a new total monthly lease payment of $4,293.72
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2.
AI-94246
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Pest Control Services" (RFB 24-0041), with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
3.
AI-94530
Requesting approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension with Easy Access Inc. for the Credit Card Payment Services (C-19-008-03-26), under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
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H.
Constables:
1.
AI-94527
Requesting authorization to remove assets from Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3 inventory list identified in Exhibit "A" attached herein and determined the item identified as "missing" and the department cannot prove that theft occurred.
Attachments:
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-94589
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice for construction material testing services as submitted by B2Z Engineering in connection with the El Paraiso project:
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 872577 | 30044 | 3/12/2024 | $ 1,355.82 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-94542
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3, Sec 52 for the purpose of outreach items in support of the Preventive Health & Health Services program, including but not limited to:
- Reusable Plastic Tumbler with colored lid & straw
- Emergency LED Glow Whistle
- The Madison Top Buckle Cooler Bag
- Large Utility Tote
- 14oz Camping Mug with Handle
- Small Pill Organizer. Braille Pill Box Medicine Case
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3.
AI-94568
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art 3, Sec 52 for the purpose of outreach items in support of Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department Bio Safety Laboratory. Items will be introduced to the community participants to assist in bringing awareness of the new public health services that will be provided to the Hidalgo County community. Items include Cisco Stylus White Soft pen, Challenge Coin, Bamboo Coaster for the period of 03/19/2024 to 12/31/2024
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4.
AI-94501
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by Brownstone Consultants for construction project management services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Health Clinic Project.
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 1 | 853570 | 4147729 | 03/01/2024 | $7,581.60 |
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5.
AI-94662
Requesting approval to pay the following payment application for construction services as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC in connection with the El Paraiso Health Clinic project:
| PO# | Payment Application # | Date | Amount |
| 874037 | 1 | 02/29/24 | $171,969.08 |
Attachments:
J.
J.P.'s:
1.
AI-94541
A. Requesting authorization to remove an asset from HC JP 3 PL 2 inventory list identified in Exhibit "A" attached herein and determine that the item is identified as "missing" and the department cannot prove that theft occurred.
B. Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove an asset from HC JP 3 PL 2 inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in Exhibit "B" due to the item deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
B. Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove an asset from HC JP 3 PL 2 inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in Exhibit "B" due to the item deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
K.
Juvenile Probation:
1.
AI-94526
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from HC Juvenile Probation'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:
L.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-94632
1. Requesting approval of the following Change Directives in connection with the Renovations and Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility project (C-22-0661-05-30) from the contracted vendor, Noble Texas Builders, LLC:
2. Requesting authority for the HC Sheriff, Designee, or the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Description | Total Amount |
| Change Directive No. 30 - CMU Infill | $7,400.00 |
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2.
AI-94598
A. Requesting Commissioners Court's approval, pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, Section (i), for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to purchase consumable items and imprint the Sheriff's Office logo on said items, to purchase picture frames and portraits (to identify/display Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Staff at facility) which will serve a public purpose, through our educational/instructional and training programs. Items are introduced through these programs, while promoting our educational message, helping to interact with participants, thereby instilling, strengthening, and reinforcing our partnership and commitment to the citizens of Hidalgo County.
B. Requesting approval to purchase items to be issued during presentations and events by the Victim Services. To help raise awareness within the community and provide additional interactive and educational promotions.
All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
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3.
AI-94588
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Calera Inc. dba RGV Mobile X-Rays for Radiological Diagnostic & Related Mobile Services for Inmates (C-21-0497-03-22) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
M.
Texas Agri-Life Extension Service:
1.
AI-94420
Requesting approval of one (1) 36 month Xerox Copier Lease (Model C8145H) with Xerox Corporation through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative (Contract DIR-CPO-4412) in the amount of $165.08 per month.
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N.
WIC:
1.
AI-94543
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from HC W.I.C.'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:
O.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-94661
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1, with an estimated cost of $9,835.40, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0497-01-09), to provide Geotechnical and Construction Material Services for the "SATF Phase II Parking Lot Renovations Project".
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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 19th 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 19, 2024.
Signed this 20th 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 19th 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 19, 2024.
Signed this 20th 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