SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 14, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 14th day of May 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 EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE 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 MAY 14, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 22m:38s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda items 7.A.1., 7.A.2. and 13.E.1.
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. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval for the Consent Agenda, except Agenda items 7.A.1., 7.A.2. and 13.E.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 7.A.1. (Audio Reference 22m:57s)
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AI-95210
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:
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Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-95211
Presentation of Fund Information Report
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Planning Department:
A.
AI-95273
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
Attachments:
B.
AI-95246
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Highland Manor Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DASC Investments, LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S)
b. Kingdom Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A&M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
c. North Victoria Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (J&D Tierra Ventures, LLC.) (Victoria Road & Mile 10 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S)
d. The District North Weslaco Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
Reimbursement Request: $18,000.00 for (12 OSSF’S)
a. Highland Manor Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DASC Investments, LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S)
b. Kingdom Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (A&M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
c. North Victoria Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (J&D Tierra Ventures, LLC.) (Victoria Road & Mile 10 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S)
d. The District North Weslaco Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
Reimbursement Request: $18,000.00 for (12 OSSF’S)
Attachments:
C.
AI-95169
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. RBR No. 5 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RBR Development & Inv., LLC) (Texas Road & Tower Road)
Reimbursement Request: $127,500.00 for (OSSF’S)
a. RBR No. 5 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (RBR Development & Inv., LLC) (Texas Road & Tower Road)
Reimbursement Request: $127,500.00 for (OSSF’S)
Attachments:
D.
AI-95291
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Vista Ridge Acres Subdivision – Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC.) (F.M. 88 & Mile 20 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Sunshine Estates No. 2 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Girasol Development Group, LLC) (Mile 7 West Road & Monte Cristo Road)
Release of Letter of Credit No. 85997 $144,000.00 for (96) OSSF’S
a. Vista Ridge Acres Subdivision – Pct. 1 (J&DMC Properties, LLC.) (F.M. 88 & Mile 20 North Road)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Sunshine Estates No. 2 Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Girasol Development Group, LLC) (Mile 7 West Road & Monte Cristo Road)
Release of Letter of Credit No. 85997 $144,000.00 for (96) OSSF’S
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District Attorney:
A.
AI-95267
Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3 Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537811 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537811 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Attachments:
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Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-95248
District Clerk Fee report for the month of April 2024 $457,013.10
Attachments:
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Executive Office:
A.
AI-95337
Requesting approval of revised request for permission by the City of Edinburg to use county courthouse parking lots 1 & 2 for 2024 events as attached on letter dated 5/2/24.
Attachments:
B.
AI-95293
Insurance (1100):
Approval to process payment of invoices totaling $29,744.00 from Wright National Flood Insurance Company (Option A) for flood insurance policies of county locations (as attached) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor and authority for County Executive Officer to sign all related documents.
Approval to process payment of invoices totaling $29,744.00 from Wright National Flood Insurance Company (Option A) for flood insurance policies of county locations (as attached) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor and authority for County Executive Officer to sign all related documents.
Attachments:
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Human Resources:
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AI-95203
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,547,801.51 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/18/2024 to 05/01/2024.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 22m:58s)
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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner David Fuentes was absent from this meeting.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 13.E.1. (Audio Reference 23m:15s)
| 04/18/24 - 04/24/24 | $928,223.68 |
| 04/25/24 - 04/30/24 | $602,900.04 |
| 05/01/24 | $16,677.79 |
| TOTAL | $1,547,801.51 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 22m:58s)
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. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner David Fuentes was absent from this meeting.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 13.E.1. (Audio Reference 23m:15s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-95178
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 04/16/2024 - 04/30/2024 in the amount of $12,116.60 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 04/16/2024 - 04/30/2024 in the amount of $12,116.60 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
C.
AI-95214
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 05/20/2024:
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 05/20/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Remove Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0020 | Lieutenant | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0037 | Sergeant | $0.00 | $500.00 |
Attachments:
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Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-95260
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT | |
| 1 | M4010.00.002.0001.01 | ARNOLD KAREN A |
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| 2 | M4023.02.000.0116.00 | GONZALES DANIEL JR |
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| 3 | M4820.02.004.0032.00 | PEREZ ROBERTO |
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| 4 | M7003.02.000.0153.00 | PENA ROEL JR |
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| 5 | N1070.00.002.0081.00 | BONILLA PAUL M & MARIA M |
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| 6 | P0050.00.000.0023.00 | BARRANCO ARTURO YARI S & NUBIA G PEDRAZA |
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| 7 | S1553.01.001.0016.00 | CONFIDENTIAL |
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| 8 | S2955.00.000.0015.00 | LU HAIYI & JIAN NI |
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| 9 | W7360.10.000.0376.00 | QUINTANILLA PABLO & TANJA N |
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Attachments:
B.
AI-95261
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | L0250.99.049.0000.00 | BIG VALLEY AUTO AUCTION LP | $4,246.81 |
| 2 | L2555.01.000.046B.00 | LA JOYA MIXED USE LLC | $5,189.05 |
| 3 | M2360.00.000.0006.00 | MCALLEN WARE LTD | $8,826.70 |
| 4 | M2690.99.011.0008.10 | DISCOUNT USED AUTO PARTS 2 PHARR AUTO PARTS LLC | $3,379.84 |
| 5 | M3550.00.039.0001.00 | MCLI LLC | $3,903.18 |
| 6 | R1321.01.000.0009.00 | CANALES MARLON ERIC & CYNTHIA MARIE TRUSTEES FAMILY TRUST | $4,406.14 |
| 7 | R3750.03.002.0003.00 | PE & JT MCDOUGAL FAMILY LTD | $2,736.40 |
| 8 | T1380.00.001.0006.00 | GUERRA ADRIAN | $3,329.48 |
| 9 | T3635.00.000.0126.00 | HERNANDEZ EZECHIO ORLANDO & DARLEANE LEHUA | $4,688.51 |
| 10 | V0123.00.000.0122.00 | GENERAL UNIFIED PRTNRSHP LLC | $24,140.46 |
| 11 | V2945.02.000.0147.00 | MADEIRA RAVEN JUAN BRANDEN & NORMA DENIS | $5,904.29 |
| 12 | W7310.00.000.0065.00 | AVENDANO OMAR & MARIA DOLORES | $2,940.30 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-95266
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | A1445.00.000.0009.00 | ROBERTS DILLON | $3,237.68 |
| 2 | A1445.00.000.0010.00 | ROBERTS DILLON | $4,520.61 |
| 3 | A1445.00.000.0016.00 | ROBERTS DILLON | $5,080.68 |
| 4 | A1445.00.000.0023.00 | ROBERTS DILLON | $7,018.42 |
| 5 | C8152.00.000.0042.00 | GONZALEZ ANDRES & NARCEDALIA | $12,038.51 |
| 6 | G0900.02.009.0008.00 | DELGADO NAIN | $3,534.64 |
| 7 | G8050.00.000.000B.00 | ARMENDARIZ ROCKY D & BRENDA D | $3,003.83 |
| 8 | L5025.99.000.0202.05 | FRONTERA MATERIALS INC | $23,487.66 |
| 9 | M2350.99.000.0004.23 | COMERCIO Y GLOBALIZACION INT LLC | $6,472.96 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-95269
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT | |
| 1 | E6510.00.000.0038.00 | REYNA RENE OCTAVIANO & REGINA ANN |
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| 2 | E6680.00.000.0052.00 | CONFIDENTAL |
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| 3 | E8250.03.000.0059.00 | LEVINE ANDREW & MAGDALENA M |
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| 4 | F2700.00.004.0003.00 | DE LA ROSA FRANK & KATHLEEN A |
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| 5 | G0150.00.000.0001.00 | GABBERT GERALD ERVIN TRUSTEE GERALD ERVINE GABBERT TRUST |
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| 6 | G6200.00.00A.0001.00 | SAN MIGUEL LAURA & RUDY |
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| 7 | G7900.00.004.0002.00 | CAVAZOS ALEJANDRO JR |
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| 8 | G8090.00.000.0085.00 | RAMOS FRANCISCO J & MELISSA A |
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| 9 | K3353.00.000.0003.00 | OMG INVESTMENTS LLC |
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| 10 | K3353.00.000.0004.00 | OMG INVESTMENTS LLC |
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| 11 | K3353.00.000.0014.00 | RODRIGUEZ JOSE ALFREDO & LAURA M LEMUS |
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| 12 | L0250.00.044.0001.03 | MARTINEZ SAMUEL JR |
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Attachments:
E.
AI-95257
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT | |
| 1 | T2100.00.270.0007.08 | NOE ALFREDO LEAL |
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| 2 | P9285.00.004.0014.00 | STACY VILLEGAS |
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| 3 | T5438.02.006.0049.00 | LERETA LLC |
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| 4 | S3004.00.000.007B.00 | EDWARDS ABSTRACT AND TITLE CO |
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| 5 | P7400.1A.000.003A.00 | CORELOGIC COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE |
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| 6 | V3665.03.000.0054.00 | CORELOGIC |
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| 7 | T7400.00.000.0005.00 | CORELOGIC |
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| 8 | C1626.01.000.0109.00 | SYED K HUSSAIN |
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| 9 | T2910.00.000.007A.00 | NATIONAL TAX SEARCH LLC |
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| 10 | T4041.02.000.0001.00 | CORELOGIC COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE SERVICE |
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| 11 | P6321.02.000.009A.00 | SABINE2014-2 LLC |
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| 12 | I8030.00.000.0001.00 | NATIONAL TAX SEARCH LLC |
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| 13 | S2950.00.000.0242.10 | CORELOGIC COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE |
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Attachments:
F.
AI-95216
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | M0542.00.000.0072.00 | LERETA LLC | $5,490.40 |
| 2 | M1950.00.047.0008.00 | STB USA LLC | $3,183.12 |
| 3 | M4016.00.000.0012.00 | GLAZERS BEER & BEVERAGE | $5,937.12 |
| 4 | W2300.00.035.0016.00 | NUESTRA FAMILIA ADULT DAY CARE INC | $3,270.45 |
| 5 | W2300.00.048.0001.00 | NUESTRA FAMILIA ADULT DAY CARE INC | $4,683.69 |
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-95297
476th DC (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas State Bar, in the amount of $240.00 (Requisition #494581), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue credit card payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas State Bar, in the amount of $240.00 (Requisition #494581), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue credit card payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-95258
Urban County:
Request approval to renew 2024-2025 membership dues in the amount of $2,000 to the National Community Development Association (NCDA) for HIdalgo County Urban County Program. The membership covers the period of 7/01/2024 - 06/30/2025.
Request approval to renew 2024-2025 membership dues in the amount of $2,000 to the National Community Development Association (NCDA) for HIdalgo County Urban County Program. The membership covers the period of 7/01/2024 - 06/30/2025.
C.
AI-95244
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 $340.00 (Requisition #494040), 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 $340.00 (Requisition #494040), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-95218
Public Defenders (1100) (1282):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the State Bar Of Texas for ten (10) attorneys in the amount of $1,842.00 (Req# 00494303) with authority for county treasure to issue a check after review and auditing procedures by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the State Bar Of Texas for ten (10) attorneys in the amount of $1,842.00 (Req# 00494303) with authority for county treasure to issue a check after review and auditing procedures by County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-95230
County Auditor:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) for Leticia Chavez, County Auditor in the total amount of $210.00 (Requisition #494346) 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 pay membership dues to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) for Leticia Chavez, County Auditor in the total amount of $210.00 (Requisition #494346) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
F.
AI-94686
WIC Ineligible Costs:
Approval to pay CLlA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) in the amount of $180.00, Requisition #494237 for the fees of the Certificate Waiver for the Hidalgo County WIC Program. Certificate Period of 07/18/2024 - 07/17/2026.
Approval to pay CLlA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) in the amount of $180.00, Requisition #494237 for the fees of the Certificate Waiver for the Hidalgo County WIC Program. Certificate Period of 07/18/2024 - 07/17/2026.
Attachments:
G.
AI-95176
HIDTA:
Requesting approval to obtain memberships with the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) $40 each for the following: Pablo Alegria, Jorge Alvarez, Kimberly Echavarria, Alfonso Fuentes, Graciano Gamino, Genovevo Martinez, Carlos Mireles, Jose A. Mireles, Michael Perez, Joel Quintanilla, Clariza Rivera, Juan Sifuentes, Jose D. Solis, and David White in the total amount of $560.00 (Req# 493965) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to obtain memberships with the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA) $40 each for the following: Pablo Alegria, Jorge Alvarez, Kimberly Echavarria, Alfonso Fuentes, Graciano Gamino, Genovevo Martinez, Carlos Mireles, Jose A. Mireles, Michael Perez, Joel Quintanilla, Clariza Rivera, Juan Sifuentes, Jose D. Solis, and David White in the total amount of $560.00 (Req# 493965) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are complete by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
H.
AI-95171
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay Inspector II Exam in the amount of $35.00 payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection for Jose J. Perez with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay Inspector II Exam in the amount of $35.00 payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection for Jose J. Perez with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
I.
AI-95170
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay Inspector II Exam application in the amount of $35.00 payable to Texas Commission on Fire Protection for Mentor Cantu with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay Inspector II Exam application in the amount of $35.00 payable to Texas Commission on Fire Protection for Mentor Cantu with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
10.
IT Department:
A.
AI-95190
Authorization and approval to purchase new GPS devices with data service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: OMNIA R210404-TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS with IRON BOW TECHNOLOGIES for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| Elections Department | 2 | New GPS Data Service |
Attachments:
11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-95316
1. Approval of revisions to Hidalgo County's Travel Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures.
2. Approval of revisions to Hidalgo County's Non-Travel Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures.
2. Approval of revisions to Hidalgo County's Non-Travel Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures.
Attachments:
B.
AI-95185
WIC Adm (1292):
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
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| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 350-001 | 0119 | Clerk II | 03/05 | $28,804.00 | 03/07 | $30,855.00 | 05/06/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 350-001 | 0244 | Clerk IV | 07/02 | $35,345.00 | 07/03 | $36,582.00 | 05/06/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 350-001 | 0136 | Clerk II | 03/05 | $28,804.00 | 03/07 | $30,855.00 | 05/20/2024 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-95183
Restatement of Approved Regular Agenda Item #95079 [CC 4/30/2024]: Approval of 2024 appropriation of funds for the Elections Contract §31.100 in the amount of $338,000.00 to fund purchase of furniture for new Elections Office and Warehouse.
Attachments:
D.
AI-95236
Approval to rescind action taken on 3/5/24 (AI 94469) item 23.C.2 A&B regarding Program 115-002
12.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-95173
Requesting acceptance and approval of Payment Application No. 10 in the amount of $78,649.55 dated 4/25/2024 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:
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-95335
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the following Contract Contingency Expenditure Approvals (CCEA - 78 & 82) for Morganti Texas, Inc., including but not limited to applicable Change Orders;
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| CCEA 78 (PCO 239) RFI 709 Anchor Cover for Benches |
$4,628.00 |
| CCEA 82 (PCO 295) Cummins Service Call |
$1,385.00 |
2.
AI-95182
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with Sign Language Interpreters, LLC dba A Sign Language for "Translation/Interpretation & Sign Language Interpreting Services for the Hearing Impaired" (C-20-137-05-19) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
B.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-95242
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, GDJ Engineering, for engineering services provided to Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Lopezville Park Improvement Project | 05/01/24 | 2024-081 | $21,840.70 | 823168 |
| Administration Complex Parking Lot Improvement Project | 05/01/24 | 2024-098 | $2,950.75 | 839790 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-95247
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) | 05/06/24 | 20419 | $13,375.47 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project (WA#2) ARPA-21-122-040) | 05/06/24 | 20420 | $51,985.63 | 861129 |
3.
AI-95235
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) | 04/30/24 | 11329737 | $62,364.12 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 04/30/24 | 11329738 | $5,177.47 | 853337 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 04/30/24 | 11329742 | $25,161.73 | 795673 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-95206
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 16 in the amount of $52,984.45 for Pct. 2 Las Milpas Road Project (ARPA-22-122-109) 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:
5.
AI-95271
Requesting approval of payment of Invoice No. 113-04 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-95133
Pursuant to TLGC 263.151(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from HC Precinct 3's inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
2.
AI-95241
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 36 in the amount of $214,326.47 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23) as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
3.
AI-95240
Requesting approval to pay the following Invoice No. 30048 in the amount of $6,680.81 for the Precinct 3 5K Hike & Bike Trail project, submitted by the contract engineers, B2Z Engineering (Contract No. C-23-0111-05-16)
Attachments:
4.
AI-95243
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, L&G Engineering.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329745 | 4-30-24 | Liberty Rd. WA #3 | 735526 | $15,800.00 |
| 11329744 | 4-30-24 | Liberty Rd. WA #5 | 818290 & 872310 | $16,875.00 |
| 11329725 | 4-30-24 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $12,960.00 |
| 11329723 | 4-30-24 | Mile 3 Rd. WA #2 | 720579 | $1,194.20 |
| 11329739 | 4-30-24 | Mile 3 PH II WA #5 | 773904 | $1,945.50 |
| 11329728 | 4-30-24 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 & 868314 | $42,929.40 |
| 11329729 | 4-30-24 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA #1 | 873046 | $86,250.02 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-95192
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by Brownstone Consultants and ERO Architects in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center - ARPA-22-123-075
| Invoice No. | Invoice Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 4162303 | 5-01-2024 | 861908 | $4,654.00 |
| 2024-093 | 5-01-2024 | 863852 | $3,720.50 |
Attachments:
6.
AI-95251
Requesting approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by B2Z Engineering in connection with El Paraiso Community Resource Center in Precinct 3.
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 30050 | 5-6-24 | 872817 | $2,337.26 |
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-95160
Restatement of "Public Purpose" approved by [HCCC 01/09/2024 - C/AI-93634] with approval to include additional item to the list (attached herein) as supporting documentation for fiscal year 2024.
2.
AI-95300
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 (C-22-0086-05-31 / ARPA-22-124-049) between Hidalgo County and L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. for "Drainage Improvement Studies and Designs for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Mile 17 Rd Stormwater Project", to extend the termination date of said agreement.
3.
AI-95310
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 04/30/2024 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 11329726 | 868045 | $3,960.00 |
| 04/30/2024 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11329741 | 854100 | $1,800.00 |
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project | Vendor Name | ARPA Project Number | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 3/27/2024 | NMD III Phase II | Raba Kistner | ARPA-22-124-096 | R033066 | 869938 | $2,235.10 |
| 04/29/2024 | NMD III Phase II | Raba Kistner | ARPA-22-124-096 | R033130 | 869938 | $3,111.92 |
| 4/18/2024 | Bentsen Rd SW Project | RDH Site & Concrete | ARPA-22-124-094 | 2 | 869789 | $81,798.30 |
Attachments:
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-95179
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
| Vendor Name | Tasks | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 04/30/2024 | 11329733 | $12,599.76 |
(Audio Reference 23m:16s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.E.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda item 13.E.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 13.E.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal was absent from this meeting.
The Court proceeded to the Regular Agenda Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 23m:34s)
Attachments:
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-95026
Acknowledgment of name change in relation to Service Agreement for "Lease and Service of Portable Toilets and Showers" (C-23-0424-01-09) from Anrige Inc. dba A Clean Portoco to FusionSite Texas LLC dba A Clean Portoco and all terms and conditions to remain the same.
Attachments:
2.
AI-95224
A. Requesting approval of Amendment to Schedule No. 48 and No. 50 Fleet Lease Agreement with Commercial Vehicle Leasing, LLC DBA D&M Leasing (C-23-0227F-07-11), to formally revise residual value and lower monthly payment to $806.21 for each vehicle, approved by CC 04/16/2024 (AI-94822), with authority for County Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting authority to ratify AI-94822, approved by HCCC on 04/16/2024, to reflect the correct vehicle information and revise the commencement date (5/15/2024), with authority for County Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting authority to ratify AI-94822, approved by HCCC on 04/16/2024, to reflect the correct vehicle information and revise the commencement date (5/15/2024), with authority for County Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
3.
AI-95204
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Lawn Care Services" (RFB 24-0099) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
4.
AI-95165
Requesting approval to add/delete the following vehicles and fuel cards (drivers) from US Bank Voyager:
| Department/Office | Adding Vehicle to issue Card | Delete Vehicle to delete Card | Add a Driver | Delete Driver | |
| 1. | Head Start Program | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2. | Emergency Management | 2 | 4 | 0 |
0
|
| 3. | Facilities Management | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| 4. | Planning Department | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 5. | District Attorney | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 6. | Adult Probation | 3 | 0 | 9 | 1 |
| 7. | Constable Pct. 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8. | Constable Pct. 2 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 9. | Constable Pct. 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10. | Constable Pct. 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11. | Health & Human Services | 2 | 0 | 18 | 15 |
| 12. | Clerk's Office | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 13. | Sheriff's Office | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 14. | Executive Office (N.A.) | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
Attachments:
- Fuel Forms - Adult Probation
- Fuel Forms - Constable Pct 2
- Fuel Forms - Constable Pct 3
- Fuel Forms - Constable Pct 4
- Fuel Forms - Constable Pct 1
- Fuel Forms - County Clerk
- Fuel Forms - District Attorney
- Fuel Form - Emergency Mgmt
- Fuel Forms - Executive Office
- Fuel Forms - Facilities Mgmt
- Fuel Forms - Head Start Pgm
- Fuel Forms - Health & Human Svcs
- Fuel Forms - Planning Dept
- Fuel Forms - Sheriff's Office
G.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-95234
Requesting approval of Invoice No. 40235 in the amount of $7,868.32 through PO# 877927 for B2Z Engineering in reference to material testing through County Contract No. C-23-0497-01-09 (Work Authorization #1); with authority for Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
H.
Forensic Center:
1.
AI-95188
A. Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to a Uniform Rental Agreement between HC Forensic Center and Cintas Corporation No. 2 to include uniform rentals for additional employees.
B. Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 863165, dated 04/24/2023, for the inclusion of an additional employee.
B. Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 863165, dated 04/24/2023, for the inclusion of an additional employee.
Attachments:
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-95280
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 | 2024-092 | 5/1/2024 | $2,296.87 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-95281
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 | 30049 | 5/6/2024 | $2,337.26 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-95282
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice for professional engineering and surveying services as submitted by SAMES, Inc. (SAM Engineering and Surveying) for the Bio-Safety Laboratory Facility:
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 2 | 823464 | 24-000-0232 | 2/29/2024 | $2,578.75 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-95279
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 #1 | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 1 | 853570 | 4162305 | 05/01/2024 | $6,981.00 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-95205
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3, Sec 52 for the purpose of outreach items in support of the Vaccination Capacity program, including but not limited to:
- Click Tropical Pen
- Neon Pencils
- Pencil Pouch
- Pencil Sharpener with Eraser
- Bandage Dispenser
- 7 Day Medicine Reminder Pill Box
- Tonal Heathered Drawstring Backpack
- Sticky Note Pad
- Power Clip
- Moisture Bead Hand Sanitizer
Attachments:
J.
IT Department:
1.
AI-95289
Requesting approval to enter into a 36 month term service agreement for cable services for two (2) locations with Spectrum Enterprise, a subsidiary of Charter Communications Operating, LLC, in the total amount of $228.00 monthly per location and a one-time installation fee of $100.00 per location.
Attachments:
K.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-95201
A. Acknowledgment of the sale of the Tower Lease Agreement (C-20-220-09-29) by O.E. Investments Ltd. to Tarpon Towers III, LLC in accordance with Article 23 of the original agreement.
B. Acknowledgment of change of Lessor name from O.E. Investments Ltd. to Tarpon Towers III, LLC. and all other terms and conditions to remain the same.
B. Acknowledgment of change of Lessor name from O.E. Investments Ltd. to Tarpon Towers III, LLC. and all other terms and conditions to remain the same.
Attachments:
2.
AI-94505
Requesting authority to exercise the eighth (8th) one (1) year contract extension with The GEO Group, Inc. for “Housing and Confinement of Inmates” (C-15-098-06-02) under the same terms and conditions.
Attachments:
L.
WIC:
1.
AI-95189
A. Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 880130, dated 05-02-2024, to secure and purchase one (1) 2023 Ford Transit 250 through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 210907) from LT Boswell LLC dba Boswell Elliff Ford, in the total amount of $46,568.75
B. Pursuant to Texas LGC Chapter 263.151 (2)(B)(C)(D) and 263.152 (a)(2) action to declare one (1) 2009 Ford E-350 SD Cargo Van as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition for use as "trade-in" toward the acquisition of one (1) 2023 Ford Transit 250 including the removal of said asset from the inventory list.
B. Pursuant to Texas LGC Chapter 263.151 (2)(B)(C)(D) and 263.152 (a)(2) action to declare one (1) 2009 Ford E-350 SD Cargo Van as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition for use as "trade-in" toward the acquisition of one (1) 2023 Ford Transit 250 including the removal of said asset from the inventory list.
Attachments:
2.
AI-95172
Pursuant to TLGC 263.151(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from W.I.C.'s inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
M.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-95027
Requesting approval to enter into a thirty-six (36) month license agreement with automatic annual renewals for Virtru Endpoint Email and File Protection for HC District Attorneys' Office with Suitebriar, Inc. in the total amount of $44,738.70, with authority for the Hidalgo County District Attorney or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 14th day of May, 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 May 14, 2024.
Signed this 14thday of May 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 14th day of May, 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 May 14, 2024.
Signed this 14thday of May 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy