SPECIAL MEETING - JULY 9, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 9th day of July 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 JULY 9, 2024 10:00 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote. (Audio Reference 20m:23s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda items 5.A.1., 5.A.2., 12.E.2., 12.F.5., and 12.H.3., for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of the Consent Agenda, except Agenda Items 5.A.1., 5.A.2., 12.E.2., 12.F.5., and 12.H.3.
Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 5.A.1. (Audio Reference 20m:58s)
1.
AI-95919
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-95920
Presentation of Fund Information Report
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-95900
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
Attachments:
B.
AI-95800
1. PIPELINE PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 4 & 5 of Section 95 and Lots 1-8 of Section 96 Turner Tract Subdivision (Co. Road 1901 & Co. 3350) (Pct. 2)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Co. Road 1901.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Co. 1901.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 9 & 10 of Block 110 JR Barr Subdivision (FM 2629 & Co. Road 3328) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline north of FM 2629.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” PVC water line extension running north approximately 1,300 feet along the west side Co. Road 3328.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 15 Blk. 62 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Proposed: Pueblo de Palmas Phase 27 Subdivision (Kenyon Road & Mile 19 North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Kenyon Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line bore crossing with a 16” PVC casing boring Kenyon Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 2-12 Blk. 122 Original Townsite of Hargill Subdivision (Coach Avenue & 10th Street) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Coach Avenue.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Six 1” water service lines with 2” PVC casing boring Coach Avenue.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: The west 1*2 of Lot 12 and all of Lot 13 blk. 34 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Subdivision (Doolittle Road & Ramseyer Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Ramseyer Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with 2” PVC casing boring Ramseyer Road.
f. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.007
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Bianca Circle and Jacob Lane in Hidden Valley Estates Subdivision. Michigan Street in Los Encinos #2 Subdivision. Oak Avenue in Los Encinos Subdivision. Valle Vista Street, Prosperidad Street, First Street, Second Street, Third Street, and Center Street in Campo Alto Subdivision and Salazar Community Subdivision.
g. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.009
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Rancho Escondido Drive and Val Bal Drive in Rancho Escondido Subdivision and Val Bar Estates Subdivision Phase 1.
h. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.017
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Dessert Willow Street, Palmer Oak Street, Alder Avenue, Emory Street, and Cat Claw Avenue in Sedona Estates Subdivision. Cielo Lindo Drive in Cielo Lindo Subdivision and Rey Drive in Brenda Estates Subdivision No. 2. Cherokee Lane in Sioux Estates No. 2 Subdivision, Tower Road and Sioux Road.
i. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.018
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Earling Road and Tower Road in Promesa Estates Subdivision. Maribel Drive in Las Maribel’s Subdivision. Tulipan Avenue, Jacinto Avenue, Campanilla Avenue, Amelia Street, and Lupine Street in Cantera Hermosa Phase 2 Subdivision. Broken Arrow Drive, Azalea Avenue, and Lila Street in Cantera Hermosa Ph. 1 Subdivision. Eldora Road in Eldora Acres Subdivision. Eldora Road in Brenda Estates No. 2 Subdivision. Eldora Road in Pecan Estates No. 5 Subdivision.
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 4 & 5 of Section 95 and Lots 1-8 of Section 96 Turner Tract Subdivision (Co. Road 1901 & Co. 3350) (Pct. 2)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Co. Road 1901.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Co. 1901.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 9 & 10 of Block 110 JR Barr Subdivision (FM 2629 & Co. Road 3328) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline north of FM 2629.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” PVC water line extension running north approximately 1,300 feet along the west side Co. Road 3328.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 15 Blk. 62 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Proposed: Pueblo de Palmas Phase 27 Subdivision (Kenyon Road & Mile 19 North Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Kenyon Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line bore crossing with a 16” PVC casing boring Kenyon Road.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 2-12 Blk. 122 Original Townsite of Hargill Subdivision (Coach Avenue & 10th Street) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Coach Avenue.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Six 1” water service lines with 2” PVC casing boring Coach Avenue.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: The west 1*2 of Lot 12 and all of Lot 13 blk. 34 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit #2 Subdivision (Doolittle Road & Ramseyer Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Ramseyer Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with 2” PVC casing boring Ramseyer Road.
f. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.007
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Bianca Circle and Jacob Lane in Hidden Valley Estates Subdivision. Michigan Street in Los Encinos #2 Subdivision. Oak Avenue in Los Encinos Subdivision. Valle Vista Street, Prosperidad Street, First Street, Second Street, Third Street, and Center Street in Campo Alto Subdivision and Salazar Community Subdivision.
g. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.009
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Rancho Escondido Drive and Val Bal Drive in Rancho Escondido Subdivision and Val Bar Estates Subdivision Phase 1.
h. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.017
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Dessert Willow Street, Palmer Oak Street, Alder Avenue, Emory Street, and Cat Claw Avenue in Sedona Estates Subdivision. Cielo Lindo Drive in Cielo Lindo Subdivision and Rey Drive in Brenda Estates Subdivision No. 2. Cherokee Lane in Sioux Estates No. 2 Subdivision, Tower Road and Sioux Road.
i. Applicant: Vexus Project No. MCAL.09.018
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable, measuring 1 ½ inches, is to be installed within the right of way of the following streets: Earling Road and Tower Road in Promesa Estates Subdivision. Maribel Drive in Las Maribel’s Subdivision. Tulipan Avenue, Jacinto Avenue, Campanilla Avenue, Amelia Street, and Lupine Street in Cantera Hermosa Phase 2 Subdivision. Broken Arrow Drive, Azalea Avenue, and Lila Street in Cantera Hermosa Ph. 1 Subdivision. Eldora Road in Eldora Acres Subdivision. Eldora Road in Brenda Estates No. 2 Subdivision. Eldora Road in Pecan Estates No. 5 Subdivision.
Attachments:
4.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-95829
Requesting approval of invoice No. 5296047 dated 06/18/2024 in the amount of $262,111.32 as submitted by McGriff Insurance Services, LLC for the increase of the 2024 Property Limits coverage from $100,000,000.00 to $250,000,000.00 to the County Wide Property Policy, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
5.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-95854
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,003,219.85 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 06/13/2024 to 06/19/2024.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 21m:00s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.E.2. (Audio Reference 21m:18s)
| 06/13/2024 - 06/19/2024 | $1,003,219.85 |
| TOTAL | $1,003,219.85 |
(Audio Reference 21m:00s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.A.1., and 5.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.E.2. (Audio Reference 21m:18s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-95837
Sheriff (1100)/ HCSO Catalytic Convrter FY 24 (1284):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 07/15/2024:
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 07/15/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance | Proposed Allowance |
| Remove Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0110, 0111, 0119 0197, 0204, 0211, 0427 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Remove Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0401 | Sergeant | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0054, 0064, 0163, 0214, 0224 | Senior Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0107, 0341, 0426 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-106 | 0002 | Deputy Sheriff | $0.00 | $500.00 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-95878
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 06/16/2024 - 06/30/2024 in the amount of $50,009.31 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 06/16/2024 - 06/30/2024 in the amount of $50,009.31 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
6.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-95861
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | L3375.00.000.0001.00 | ROERIG, OLIVEIRA & FISHER, L.L.P. | 8384.90 |
| 2 | M2470.99.000.0001.03 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | 3936.13 |
| 3 | M4011.99.000.000B.00 | DISH NETWORK SERVICE LLC | 3195.85 |
| 4 | M5000.99.003.0011.22 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | 6196.78 |
| 5 | M7440.81.256.0500.00 | FAULCONER ENERGY LLC | 58642.83 |
| 6 | O6630.00.000.0008.00 | DEUTSCH ALADAR | 6966.89 |
| 7 | P6321.02.000.010A.00 | CANES CHICKEN FINGERS | 23869.26 |
| 8 | P9277.01.000.0001.00 | LAW OFFICE OF PATRICK MOORE PLLC | 3063.29 |
| 9 | S0669.10.001.0012.00 | CORELOGIC | 3407.83 |
| 10 | T2100.00.233.0015.07 | LUNA BROTHERS PARTNERSHIP | 4663.30 |
| 11 | T5453.00.000.0030.01 | CORELOGIC | 3001.30 |
| 12 | T8260.02.000.0090.00 | CORELOGIC | 4680.45 |
| 13 | V0535.00.000.001A.00 | CANES CHICKEN FINGERS | 10649.01 |
| 14 | W0100.99.048.0006.02 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | 2671.81 |
| 15 | W3630.00.002.0003.00 | DALLAS BALDRIDGE HACHUEL | 4509.54 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-95866
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | 01338.90.420.0005.48 | AT&T | 2724.56 |
| 2 | 10076.00.000.0002.10 | MERIT ENERGY COMPANY | 5487.28 |
| 3 | A1800.00.044.0008.13 | YARDI SYSTEMS INC | 4552.57 |
| 4 | A1800.00.044.0008.13 | YARDI SYSTEMS INC | 5150.23 |
| 5 | B0310.02.000.0019.00 | ROBERTO DIAZ | 2942.65 |
| 6 | D0697.00.000.0078.00 | CORELOGIC | 2822.22 |
| 7 | F9000.82.000.2502.00 | MERIT ENERGY COMPANY | 75454.78 |
| 8 | K2400.00.000.0140.05 | S&S PP LLC | 21002.22 |
| 9 | L0250.93.043.0005.01 | RON HOOVER COMPANIES OF DONNA, INC | 3519.78 |
| 10 | L0450.00.188.0000.10 | SIERRA TITLE OF HIDALGO COUNTY INC | 7175.79 |
| 11 | L1060.00.000.0024.00 | JOSE R GONZALEZ | 12496.43 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-95806
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | P4402.00.000.0026.00 | CORELOGIC | $3,896.69 |
| 2. | P7170.14.027.0034.00 | CORELOGIC | $2,722.51 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-95818
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | A1800.00.054.0009.12 | CORELOGIC CENTRALIZED REFUNDS | 2615.69 |
| 2 | B3990.00.000.0002.00 | CORELOGIC CENTRALIZED REFUNDS | 3178.89 |
| 3 | B4840.00.000.0004.00 | CORELOGIC CENTRALIZED REFUNDS | 5027.96 |
| 4 | C1924.00.000.0095.00 | RONNIE CANTU CONSTRUCTION LLC | 3554.39 |
| 5 | N3000.00.000.0013.00 | COBRA 21 LLC | 7453.79 |
| 6 | S6857.00.000.0004.00 | CORELOGIC | 2531.18 |
Attachments:
E.
AI-95781
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | B2550.00.000.0168.05 | RIO BANK | $3,914.29 |
| 2. | M4932.00.000.0005.00 | FALCON INTERNATIONAL BANK | $3,609.00 |
| 3. | T2100.00.246.0010.02 | CORELOGIC | $3,098.49 |
| 4. | V3915.00.000.0045.00 | CORELOGIC | $2,724.40 |
Attachments:
F.
AI-95776
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | R3117.00.000.0026.00 | CORELOGIC | $2,520.12 |
| 2 | V1520.00.000.0021.00 | CORELOGIC | $4,045.09 |
| 3 | V3317.02.000.0035.00 | CORELOGIC | $4,464.61 |
Attachments:
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-95862
DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924306 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924306 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Attachments:
B.
AI-95845
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).
8.
Health & Human Services:
A.
AI-95664
Requesting approval to submit budget revisions to realign available monies between budget categories for the following grant programs:
- RLSS/LPHS FY 24 and 25
- ELC-Outbreak Response
- Public Health Infrastructure Workforce
- TB Federal FY 25
Attachments:
9.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-95874
449th District Court:
Requesting approval to pay 2024 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) and 2024 State Bar of Texas Membership Dues for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt in the total amount of $310.00 (Requisition #00497663 & #00497664), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2024 Hidalgo County Bar Association (HCBA) and 2024 State Bar of Texas Membership Dues for Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt in the total amount of $310.00 (Requisition #00497663 & #00497664), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
B.
AI-95871
District Attorney's Office:
Approval to pay membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association in the amount of $75.00/each for Criminal District Attorney, Toribio "Terry" Palacios with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval to pay membership dues to the Hidalgo County Bar Association in the amount of $75.00/each for Criminal District Attorney, Toribio "Terry" Palacios with the authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-95767
Probate Court (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the State Bar of Texas, in the amount of $590.00, 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 State Bar of Texas, in the amount of $590.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue credit card payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
10.
Urban County:
A.
AI-95888
Requesting approval to purchase equipment from Nikon Instruments, Inc. for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $20,895.12
Attachments:
B.
AI-95880
Requesting approval to purchase reagents from McKesson Medical-Surgical Government Solutions, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $3,770.43.
Attachments:
11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-95849
Presentation of Non-Agenda Transfers Report and approval of electronic transfers for the period of April 1 to June 30, 2024
Attachments:
B.
AI-95777
Pct 2 General Fund Accounts (1100):
Approval of 2024 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) to Various Pct 2 General Fund Accounts (Fund 1100) in the amount of $44,227.30 to fund operating expenditures.
Approval of 2024 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) to Various Pct 2 General Fund Accounts (Fund 1100) in the amount of $44,227.30 to fund operating expenditures.
Attachments:
C.
AI-95790
Various Departments (1100 / 1292 / 1293):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and 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) | 330-001 | 7032 | Quality Assurance Officer | 08/01 | $51,246.00 | 08/03 | $54,683.00 | 06/17/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 122-082 | 0003 | Community Outreach Specialist | 04/02 | $28,058.00 | 04/06 | $32,197.00 | 06/17/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 350-001 | 0285 | Clinic Aide II | 03/04 | $27,830.00 | 03/07 | $30,855.00 | 07/01/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 350-001 | 0284 | Clinic Aide II | 03/04 | $27,830.00 | 03/07 | $30,855.00 | 07/15/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 340-011 | 0005 | Clerk III | 05/02 | $30,303.00 | 05/07 | $35,991.00 | 07/01/2024 |
Attachments:
12.
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.
AI-95802
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year subscription agreement with ACD Operations, LLC (AIA Contract Documents) for the purchase of three Architect Essential licenses in the amount of $5,250.37, with automatic renewals.
Attachments:
B.
AI-95775
1. In accordance with TLGC 263.151(2) and 263.152(a)(1) (3) requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" as surplus for sale through auction and to remove assets after the auction or to dispose of assets if no bids are received.
2. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise.
2. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise.
Attachments:
C.
AI-95810
Requesting approval to renew the annual asset management software subscription from Sole Source vendor, Asset Systems, Inc. with the new annual rate of $16,926.00, under the same terms and conditions.
Attachments:
D.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-95932
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the following Potential Change Order (PCO -297R) for Morganti Texas, Inc., including but not limited to applicable Change Orders;
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| PCO 297R (CPR 81.2) - Site Transition Between Phases |
$66,090.00 |
E.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-95863
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 between Hidalgo County and J&R Engineering, LLC, for the "Professional Engineering Services for Gate 3 Drainage Project Transfer," to extend the termination date of the agreement (C-22-0128-08-18/ARPA-21-121-044).
2.
AI-95924
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "[ARPA-21-121-044] Gate 3 Drainage Project Transfer Phase I", with the authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary; Subject to final legal approval. (Audio Reference 21m:19s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra stated that no action was needed at this time for Agenda Item 12.E.2.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 12.E.2.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.F.5. (Audio Reference 21m:25s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra stated that no action was needed at this time for Agenda Item 12.E.2.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 12.E.2.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.F.5. (Audio Reference 21m:25s)
3.
AI-95914
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) | 06/30/2024 | 11329783 | $11,114.01 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #5 (M11-M14½) | 06/30/2024 | 11329784 | $12,000.00 | 862918 |
| Mile 6 WA #6 (M11-M14½) | 06/30/2024 | 11329785 | $67,002.95 | 882106 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 06/30/2024 | 11329778 | $45,216.00 | 860539 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N-M8N) | 06/30/2024 | 11329779 | $82,976.39 | 868315 |
| Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM493-FM88) | 06/30/2024 | 11329794 | $97,913.35 | 873385 |
Attachments:
F.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-95923
Requesting approval of procurement packet with authority to advertise, Recreational Trails Connectivity Project McAllen Segment 2, including re-advertising, if necessary.
Attachments:
2.
AI-95583
Requesting authority to exercise the second one (1) year contract extension with Perez Law Firm, PLLC for “Engagement Agreement for Legal Services” (C-21-0639-07-27) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-95855
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 18 in the amount of $239,801.43 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:
4.
AI-95889
Requesting approval of payment of Invoice No. TM20959A in the amount of $833.00 submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., for construction material testing services provided for the Pct 2 Administration Complex Parking Lot Rehabilitation Project.
Attachments:
5.
AI-95857
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, GDJ Engineering, for engineering services provided to Pct. 2 projects:
(Audio Reference 21m:26s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 12.F.5.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.F.5.
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 12.F.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.H.3. (Audio Reference 21m:39s)
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Lopezville Park Improvement Project | 07/01/24 | 2024-142 | $10,455.95 | 823168 |
| Administration Complex Parking Lot Improvement Project | 07/01/24 | 2024-150 | $744.00 | 839790 |
(Audio Reference 21m:26s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 12.F.5.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.F.5.
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 12.F.5.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 12.H.3. (Audio Reference 21m:39s)
Attachments:
6.
AI-95944
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) | 06/30/24 | 11329786 | $62,183.84 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 06/30/24 | 11329787 | $8,203.50 | 853337 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#2) | 06/30/24 | 11329788 | $1,100.00 | 826939 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#2) | 06/30/24 | 11329795 | $31,101.85 | 796794 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 06/30/24 | 11329796 | $4,898.64 | 795673 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#3) | 06/30/24 | 11329797 | $674.67 | 862757 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#4) | 06/30/24 | 11329800 | $144,996.94 | 881797 |
Attachments:
G.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-95873
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application No. 001, in the amount of $47,508.34 for the Precinct 3 Park Improvement Project Veterans Memorial Pavilion, submitted by contractor 8/A Builders, LLC (Contract No. C-24-0132-05-28)
Attachments:
2.
AI-95798
Requesting approval of the following payment application (for processing and payment) as submitted by NM Contracting LLC, for the construction services of El Paraiso CRC.
| Payment Application No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 4 | 6-03-2024 | 875396 | $171,584.18 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-95797
Requesting approval to pay Invoice No. 2022-05-02 in the amount of $60,056.48 for services in connection with the Improvements of Various Parks for Hidalgo County Precinct 3 as submitted by ROFA Architects.
Attachments:
H.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-95787
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No.3 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC, for the "[ARPA-22-124-094] - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Bentsen Road Stormwater" project (C-23-0193-09-05-10), for a 15-day time extension and a total project amount decrease of $6,209.61, as recommended by the Project Engineer, Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1.
Attachments:
2.
AI-95872
Requesting authority to ratify AI-95120, approved by HCCC on 04/30/2024, for approval of Amendment No. 4 to the Interlocal Agreement between HC and Texas A&M University (C-18-150-05-08) to extend for an additional one (1) year under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-95906
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.2 between Hidalgo County and GDJ Engineering, LLC, for the "Professional Engineering Services for "Russell Road (Reconstruction of Mile 17.5 from Mon Mack Road to Rooth Road)" to extend the termination date of the agreement (C-21-224-03-16). (Audio Reference 21m:40s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 12.H.3.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.H.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.H.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 6.A. (Audio Reference 21m:58s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 12.H.3.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda item 12.H.3.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 12.H.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 6.A. (Audio Reference 21m:58s)
4.
AI-95831
A. Requesting approval of ARPA project invoices listed below for processing and payment;
B. Requesting approval of project invoice listed below for processing and payment;
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | ARPA Project Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 6/21/2024 | Mile 17 & 83 Rd Street SW Project | Javier Hinojosa Engineering | 22-124-051 | 847019 | 24053 | $3,443.50 |
| 6/14/2024 | Mile 17 & 83Rd Street SW Project | Rene Guerra & Son | 22-124-051 | 874557 | 6 | $3,800.00 |
| 6/19/2024 | NMD III Phase I | Tedsi | 22-124-095 | 855577 | 202964 | $803.47 |
| 6/18/2024 | J-01 SW Project | Tedsi | 23-124-346 | 875089 | 202962 | $17,761.43 |
| 4/30/2024 | Mile 17 Rd SW Project | MEG Engineers | 22-124-049 | 868866 | 24-04-0093 | $2,881.75 |
| 4/30/2024 | Mile 17 Rd SW Project | MEG Engineers | 22-124-049 | 868866 | 24-04-0091 | $813.75 |
| 4/30/2024 | Mile 17 Rd SW Project | MEG Engineers | 22-124-049 | 868866 | 24-04-0092 | $1,781.25 |
B. Requesting approval of project invoice listed below for processing and payment;
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 6/20/2024 | Trenton Road Way | Tedsi | 202966 | 859188 | $60,149.36 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-95930
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project payment application listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | P.O. Number | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 6/30/2024 | FM1925 WA#4 | L&G Engineering | 864922 | 11329775 | $5,400.00 |
| 6/30/2024 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 854100 | 11329790 | $1,440.00 |
| 6/30/2024 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 868045 | 11329780 | $3,600.00 |
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project payment application listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | P.O. Number | Payment Application | ARPA Project Number | Invoice Amount |
| 6/20/2024 | Mile 17 & 83Rd | Rene Guerra & Son | 874557 | 7 Retainage | 22-124-051 | $15,821.05 |
| 6/20/2024 | Tex Mex SW Project | Rene Guerra & Son | 875786 | 2 | 22-124-047 | $48,588.70 |
| 4/09/2024 | North Main Drain II Phase I | The 5125 Company | 869057 | 2 | 22-124-095 | $80,986.78 |
| 7/2/2024 | Bentsen Rd SW Project | RDH Site | 869789 | 3 | 22-124-094 | $191,175.30 |
Attachments:
I.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-95905
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 | 06/30/2024 | 11329792 | $11,517.44 | 874949 |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | Supplemental #4 to WA1 - Cat 7 Projects& UTP Eval. Forms (2nd Qtr.) |
06/30/2024 | 11329792 | $8,163.04 | 858581 |
Attachments:
J.
Budget & Management:
1.
AI-95700
Requesting approval to enter into a thirty-two (32) month software license agreement for thirteen (13) licenses through HC's membership with Omnia Partners – IT Solutions (Contract No. 2018011-02), from SHI Government Solutions, Inc., in the total amount of $13,779.74
Attachments:
K.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-95809
Requesting approval to enter into three (3) sixty (60) month lease agreements to replace current countywide leased vehicles through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 190402), from Enterprise Fleet Management, for a total estimated monthly lease payment of $2,570.76 with authority for HC Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Quantity | Year | Make | Model | Total Monthly Payment |
| 3 | 2024 | Ford | F-150 | $2,570.76 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-95807
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Frontera Materials, Inc. for "Flex Base Material Crushed Caliche" (C-22-0318-08-09), under the same rates, terms and conditions.
3.
AI-95788
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Texas Land Reclamation, LLC dba UTW Tire Collection Services for "Tire and Disposal Services" (C-23-0135-08-22) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
L.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-95847
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County District Attorney'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:
M.
District Clerk:
1.
AI-95515
Requesting approval to renew the annual service agreement for the use of Accurint for Government Services Subscription (on-line research and reports) from LexisNexis Risk Solutions, Inc. with automatic annual renewals, in the amount of $130.00 per month.
Attachments:
N.
District Courts:
1.
AI-95791
92nd District Court:
Requesting authorization to remove missing assets from inventory list identified in Exhibit "A" attached herein and determined "unable to locate" as detailed in the supporting documentation.
Requesting authorization to remove missing assets from inventory list identified in Exhibit "A" attached herein and determined "unable to locate" as detailed in the supporting documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-95563
93rd District Court:
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 875281, for a 36-month copier lease agreement (imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4925i) through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4437), from Canon Financial Services, Inc. in the amount of $231.48 per month.
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 875281, for a 36-month copier lease agreement (imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX 4925i) through HC's Membership with DIR Cooperative Contract (DIR-CPO-4437), from Canon Financial Services, Inc. in the amount of $231.48 per month.
Attachments:
O.
Elections:
1.
AI-95833
Requesting approval to purchase Accessibility Voting Equipment from Inclusion Solutions, LLC, in the total amount of $43,381.85
P.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-95856
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 9-R2 in the amount of $60,606.34 through PO# 859091 for A-1 Facilities (Alamo Environmental) regarding the Election's Warehouse Renovation Project; with authority for County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-95815
Requesting authority for County Judge to sign additional supplemental documents from Brightly Software, Inc. in connection to the five (5) year subscription agreement for Cloud Services via Asset Essentials for Facilities Management, approved by HCCC on 05/28/2024, AI-95367.
3.
AI-95805
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Rio Elevator Company, Inc. for "Elevator Maintenance Services" (C-23-0184-08-08), under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
Q.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-95877
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3, Sec 52 for the purchase of outreach items in support of the Regional and Local Services System/Local Public Health Services program, as per the attachment "Incentives Quote".
Attachments:
2.
AI-95817
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, Herrcon, LLC through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (JOC Contract# 728-24), for the "Edinburg Health Clinic Ceiling and Tile Renovations", in the amount of $9,478.94, and for the "Edinburg Health Clinic Concrete Renovations", in the amount of $4,663.00, with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
3.
AI-95784
Requesting approval to process the following payment application as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC for construction services in connection with the El Paraiso Health Clinic:
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 874037 | 04 | 06/03/2024 | $190,834.21 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-95879
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 | 4179007 | 07/01/2024 | $8,864.18 |
Attachments:
R.
IT Department:
1.
AI-95786
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Software as a Service Agreement between Hidalgo County and Tyler Technologies, Inc. (C-23-0344-10-03) to include additional software services for a total annual cost of $13,840.00 and a one time service fee of $6,675.00
2.
AI-95832
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Deep Discovery Software Subscription renewal through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative (DIR-CPO-4866), from Netsync Network Solutions, Inc. in the total amount of $72,879.00
Attachments:
3.
AI-95570
Requesting authority to exercise the first (1st) and final one (1) year contract extension with Tyler Technologies Inc. for "Law Enforcement Records Management Software"(C-22-0496-09-27), under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
S.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-95808
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Gregorio Piña III, PhD for “Psychological Evaluation Services for all Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Agencies” (C-23-0113-07-25) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
T.
WIC:
1.
AI-95850
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County 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:
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 9th day of July, 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 July 9, 2024.
Signed this 9th day of July, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 9th day of July, 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 July 9, 2024.
Signed this 9th day of July, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy