REGULAR MEETING - JULY 23, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 23rd day of July A.D., 2024, there was begun and held a REGULAR MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING JULY 23, 2024 2:00 P.M. |
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NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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:
In accordance with Section 551.127, NOTICE is hereby given that a physical quorum, including the presiding officer/member, will be present at the specified meeting location. Some members of the governing body and/or government officials may participate via videoconference.
Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive
1.
Roll Call (Audio Reference 19m:25s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:01 P.M.
All members of the Court were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu and Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal.
Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal was absent from this meeting.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 2:01 P.M.
All members of the Court were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu and Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal.
Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal was absent from this meeting.
Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu joined the meeting at a later time.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 19m:48s)
City of Pharr Mayor, David Suarez led the Court in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
City of Pharr Mayor, David Suarez led the Court in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 20m:23s)
Assistant Facilities Manager, Ariel De La Fuente, offered the prayer.
Assistant Facilities Manager, Ariel De La Fuente, offered the prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 21m:08s)
The Court proceeded with the discussion and approval of the Consent Agenda.
See the consent agenda for the action taken.
The Court proceeded with the discussion and approval of the Consent Agenda.
See the consent agenda for the action taken.
5.
Approval of Awards/Recognitions:
A.
AI-95887
Proclamation declaring July 30, 2024 as World Day Against Trafficking In Persons. (Audio Reference 21m:03s)
Lizbeth González, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring July 30, 2024, as World Day Against Trafficking In Persons.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Hidalgo County District Attorney, Terry Palacios expressed his gratitude to the Court for joining the DA's Office in declaring July 30, 2024, as World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Alton Fire Department Chief, Gus Ramirez came before the Court and expressed his gratitude and the importance of creating awareness against the trafficking of individuals.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 23.B. (Audio Reference 30m:15s)
Lizbeth González, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation declaring July 30, 2024, as World Day Against Trafficking In Persons.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 5.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Hidalgo County District Attorney, Terry Palacios expressed his gratitude to the Court for joining the DA's Office in declaring July 30, 2024, as World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Alton Fire Department Chief, Gus Ramirez came before the Court and expressed his gratitude and the importance of creating awareness against the trafficking of individuals.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 23.B. (Audio Reference 30m:15s)
Attachments:
6.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 37m:04s)
Public participant, James Murphy came before the Court to inform the Court of the Texas State Attorney General's current lawsuit against Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson. Mr. Murphy stated that it was a 54-page affidavit suing for death, Injury, and misleading the public.
Participant, Joe Rodriguez came before the Court to express his concern regarding the use of ATVs, go-carts, dirt bikes, etc., in the streets. Furthermore, Mr. Rodriguez stated that when he has called law enforcement for assistance, they take more than two hours to show up, and that is if they show up. Mr. Rodriguez also added that he has witnessed instances where County vehicles run the red lights; he stated that he has followed those vehicles and mentioned that those vehicles he's followed are usually not en route to a service call but rather to take care of personal business.
Public participant, James Murphy came before the Court to inform the Court of the Texas State Attorney General's current lawsuit against Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson. Mr. Murphy stated that it was a 54-page affidavit suing for death, Injury, and misleading the public.
Participant, Joe Rodriguez came before the Court to express his concern regarding the use of ATVs, go-carts, dirt bikes, etc., in the streets. Furthermore, Mr. Rodriguez stated that when he has called law enforcement for assistance, they take more than two hours to show up, and that is if they show up. Mr. Rodriguez also added that he has witnessed instances where County vehicles run the red lights; he stated that he has followed those vehicles and mentioned that those vehicles he's followed are usually not en route to a service call but rather to take care of personal business.
7.
County Judge's Office:
A.
AI-95655
Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding approval of a proposed Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Great Kiskadee Storage, LLC. (Audio Reference 43m:28s)
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 7.A., subject to final certification by the County Auditor's Office.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 7.A., subject to final certification by the County Auditor's Office.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-96079
Discussion, consideration and approval of the equipment sharing/loan Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3 and the City of Alton Fire Department for the purpose of the use of the equipment between parties as authorized under the Art. 59 of the TX. Code. Crim. Procedure, and authorize the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 3 to sign any required documents. (Audio Reference 43m:59s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
District Courts:
A.
AI-95970
449th District Court (1286):
1. Approval to ratify and authorize Judge Betancourt to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between Healthy Futures of Texas and Hidalgo County Court for the Talk About It Texas Project, for the period of November 17, 2023 to June 30, 2028.
2. Approval to accept compensation from Healthy Futures of Texas for the Talk About it Texas Project, not to exceed a total of $15,000.00.
3. Approval of certification of revenues for year 1 and 2, as certified by the County Auditor, for the Memorandum of Agreement (November 17, 2023 to June 30, 2028) regarding the Talk About It Texas Project compensation in the amount not to exceed $6,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 44m:53s)
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 9.A.1., through 9.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to ratify and authorize Judge Betancourt to sign the Memorandum of Agreement between Healthy Futures of Texas and Hidalgo County Court for the Talk About It Texas Project, for the period of November 17, 2023 to June 30, 2028.
2. Approval to accept compensation from Healthy Futures of Texas for the Talk About it Texas Project, not to exceed a total of $15,000.00.
3. Approval of certification of revenues for year 1 and 2, as certified by the County Auditor, for the Memorandum of Agreement (November 17, 2023 to June 30, 2028) regarding the Talk About It Texas Project compensation in the amount not to exceed $6,000.00 and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 44m:53s)
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 9.A.1., through 9.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-96010
DA's Title IV-E (1100):
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) form
c. Signature Authority Designation Form 2031
(Audio Reference 45m:57s)
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 items 10.A.1., through 10.A.2.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Grant Budget for October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) form
c. Signature Authority Designation Form 2031
(Audio Reference 45m:57s)
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 items 10.A.1., through 10.A.2.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
11.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-96000
FBI Task Force Officer (1281):
1. Authorization and approval of FBI and Hidalgo County District Attorney's MOU effective 6/10/24.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the FBI and Hidalgo County District Attorney's MOU.
3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY2024 FBI and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office MOU in the amount of $20,707.50 and appropriation of the same.
4. Authorization and approval to pay straight time instead of banking extra duty hours from 7/23/2024 - 9/30/24 to FBI TFO assigned from Hidalgo County DA's Office, Employee #195804. (Audio Reference 46m:39s)
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 items 11.A.1., through 11.A.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval of FBI and Hidalgo County District Attorney's MOU effective 6/10/24.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the FBI and Hidalgo County District Attorney's MOU.
3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY2024 FBI and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office MOU in the amount of $20,707.50 and appropriation of the same.
4. Authorization and approval to pay straight time instead of banking extra duty hours from 7/23/2024 - 9/30/24 to FBI TFO assigned from Hidalgo County DA's Office, Employee #195804. (Audio Reference 46m:39s)
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 items 11.A.1., through 11.A.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-96072
Sheriff's Office-HIDTA - DEA Task Force (1284):
1. Approval of the HIDTA - DEA Agreement for FY 2024 (07/09/2024 to 09/30/2024) between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office.
2. Requesting authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2024 HIDTA DEA Task Force agreement in the amount of $9,000.00 and appropriation of the same amount. (Audio Reference 47m:44s)
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 12.A.1., through 12.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of the HIDTA - DEA Agreement for FY 2024 (07/09/2024 to 09/30/2024) between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office.
2. Requesting authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2024 HIDTA DEA Task Force agreement in the amount of $9,000.00 and appropriation of the same amount. (Audio Reference 47m:44s)
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 12.A.1., through 12.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-95972
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Danna Flores, Valeria Balderas & Jose L. Valdez, students at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, as Interns under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of August 2024 to December 2024. (Audio Reference 48m:41s)
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.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
13.
Constable Pct. #4:
A.
AI-96016
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Eduardo De La Rosa as Deputy Constable by Constable A. "JR" Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. (Audio Reference 49m:08s)
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 13.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 13.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
14.
Human Resources:
A.
Requesting waiver of the following, if applicable, for personnel items listed:
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27 (Audio Reference 49m:36s)
No action was taken on Agenda Items 14.A.1., nor 14.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 49m:51s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27 (Audio Reference 49m:36s)
No action was taken on Agenda Items 14.A.1., nor 14.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 49m:51s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 14.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI-96058
Facilities Management (1100):
1. Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 07/29/2024:
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above.
Executive Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 50m:02s)
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 items 14.B.1., 14.B.2., and Executive Office 14.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
1. Approval of the following action, effective next full pay period 07/29/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 220-001 | 0170 | Assistant Director of Planning and Project Management, Facilities Management | 19 |
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above.
Executive Office (1100):
1. Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 125-001 | 0017 | Accountant IV | 14 |
(Audio Reference 50m:02s)
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 items 14.B.1., 14.B.2., and Executive Office 14.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-95458
Co. Clerk (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 50m:46s)
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 14.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 180-001 | 0004 | Court Administration Supervisor | 14 |
| Create | 180-001 | 0099 | Division Manager II | 16 |
(Audio Reference 50m:46s)
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 14.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-96005
Urban County - Home/ CDBG (1288):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 07/29/2024:
(Audio Reference 51m:12s)
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 14.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 07/29/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Delete | 250-002 | 0003, 0009, 0010 | Program Specialist I | 09 |
| Delete | 250-002 | 0005 | Certification Specialist II - UCP | 07 |
| Delete | 250-001 | 0012 & 0013 | Monitor I | 10 |
| Delete | 250-001 | 0039 | Coordinator II, UCP | 11 |
| Delete | 250-001 | 0042 | Clerk II | 03 |
| Create | 250-002 | 0013 | Coordinator II | 11 |
| Create | 250-002 | 0014 | Program Specialist II | 11 |
(Audio Reference 51m:12s)
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 14.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-96066
Veterans - TVC Mental Health (1283):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 07/29/2024:
(Audio Reference 52m:09s)
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 14.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 07/29/2024:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Create | 370-005 | 0001 | Counselor I | 10 |
| Create | 370-005 | 0002 | Case Manager | 10 |
| Create | 370-005 | 0003 | Outreach Specialist II | 06 |
| Create | 370-005 | 0004 | Outreach Specialist I | 04 |
(Audio Reference 52m:09s)
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 14.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Urban County:
A.
AI-96025
Discussion and consideration of approval to award and enter into a construction contract with Synergy Development & Construction, LLC the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $148,000.00. (Audio Reference 52m:46s)
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 15.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 15.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
16.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-96014
Requesting approval of Interlocal Agreement between South Texas Vocational Technical Institute and Hidalgo County for public health preparedness and response activities. (Audio Reference 53m:18s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-95962
Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to e-sign the IMM/LOCALS HHS001331300042, Amendment No. 2. The purpose of the amendment is to realign funds among the budget categories. (Audio Reference 53m:44s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-96012
Requesting approval to submit the renewal application packet to the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program and for County Judge to sign the required forms. (Audio Reference 54m:07s)
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 16.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 16.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-95514
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Hidalgo County Environmental Health Division to begin assessing the updated fee schedule to include a fee of $75.00 for each Re-inspection of OSSF (septic tank) installations conducted after the initial inspection. (Audio Reference 54m:23s)
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 16.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 16.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-95963
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $649,320.00 for grant funds and $123,000.00 for Program Income Funds and appropriation of the same for FY25 Immunization / Locals Grant. (Audio Reference 54m:48s)
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 16.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 16.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-96001
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $125,000.00 and appropriation of the same for PHHS FY25. (Audio Reference 55m:11s)
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 16.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 16.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
Bio Safety Laboratory:
1.
AI-96015
Requesting approval to submit an application to the Texas Department of State Health Services for the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Certification for the Hidalgo County Public Health Laboratory with authority for the County Judge to sign the Disclosure of Ownership form and authority for the Director of Laboratory, Martha Luna MD, to sign the application. (Audio Reference 55m:27s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.G.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 16.G.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
17.
Elections Department:
A.
AI-95959
1. Discussion on Election Updates. (Audio Reference 55m:56s)
Alberto Gaona, with the Elections Department, provided updates on the Special Elections for the City of San Juan and the City of Palmview.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 17.A.1.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of the First Amendment to the May 4, 2024 Local Entities Elections Contract for Election Services with the City of Palmview. (Audio Reference 57m:04s)
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 17.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of the July 30, 2024 Special Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of San Juan. (Audio Reference 57m:30s)
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 17.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of the July 30, 2024 Special Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of Palmview. (Audio Reference 57m:45s)
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 17.A.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Alberto Gaona, with the Elections Department, provided updates on the Special Elections for the City of San Juan and the City of Palmview.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 17.A.1.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of the First Amendment to the May 4, 2024 Local Entities Elections Contract for Election Services with the City of Palmview. (Audio Reference 57m:04s)
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 17.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
3. Approval of the July 30, 2024 Special Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of San Juan. (Audio Reference 57m:30s)
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 17.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
4. Approval of the July 30, 2024 Special Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the City of Palmview. (Audio Reference 57m:45s)
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 17.A.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
Veterans Services:
A.
AI-96048
Requesting authorization to use the General Fund to cover salary and fringe in the amount of $2,594.84 to cover expenditures that exceeded the amount awarded by the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) FY24 Broken Arrow Grant that expired on June 30, 2024. (Audio Reference 58m:00s)
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 18.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 18.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
19.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-96040
1. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. San Jacinto Estates No. 15 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC.) (Mile 2 West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:11
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 2 West Road and 3 internal streets are been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $15,200.00 for (4 fire hydrants) (Audio Reference 58m:50s)
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 19.A.1.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Carmen Avila Ph. V Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Jefferson Road Property Inv., LLC.) (Carmen Avila Road & F.M. 2812)
No. of Lots: 131 Single Family, 5 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:21
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a Regional Detention Facility dedicated to Precinct 4.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Carmen Avila Road and 8 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $22,800.00 for (6 fire hydrants) (Audio Reference 59m:23s)
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 19.A.1.b.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Final Approval
a. Diaz Game Farm Subdivision- Pct. 4 (David Diaz) (West Drive & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into West Drive.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, West Drive is paved. (Audio Reference 59m:49s)
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 19.A.2.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Maria Rivera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Maria Elena Rivera) (Ingle Road & Doolittle Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Ingle Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved. (Audio Reference 1h:00m:06s)
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 19.A.3.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. San Jacinto Estates No. 15 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (San Jacinto Enterprises, LLC.) (Mile 2 West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:11
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 2 West Road and 3 internal streets are been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $15,200.00 for (4 fire hydrants) (Audio Reference 58m:50s)
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 19.A.1.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Carmen Avila Ph. V Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Jefferson Road Property Inv., LLC.) (Carmen Avila Road & F.M. 2812)
No. of Lots: 131 Single Family, 5 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:21
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a Regional Detention Facility dedicated to Precinct 4.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Carmen Avila Road and 8 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $22,800.00 for (6 fire hydrants) (Audio Reference 59m:23s)
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 19.A.1.b.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Final Approval
a. Diaz Game Farm Subdivision- Pct. 4 (David Diaz) (West Drive & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into West Drive.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, West Drive is paved. (Audio Reference 59m:49s)
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 19.A.2.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Maria Rivera Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Maria Elena Rivera) (Ingle Road & Doolittle Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Ingle Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved. (Audio Reference 1h:00m:06s)
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 19.A.3.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-96031
1. Discussion, consideration, and/or possible approval of Order Abandoning a 40-foot wide county road appearing on the plat of San Juan Plantation Subdivision described as; A Tract of land containing 2.388 acres situated in the County of Hidalgo, Texas, being a part or portion out of Lots 12 and 15, Block 5, Lots 11 and 16, Block 6, Lots 26 and 31, Block 11 and Lots 27 and 30, Block 12, San Juan Plantation Subdivision, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 3, Page 52, of the Map Records of Hidalgo County, Texas. (Audio Reference 1h:00m:32s)
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 19.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Discussion, consideration, and/or possible approval of Order Abandoning a 40-foot wide county road appearing on the plat of San Juan Plantation Subdivision described as; A Tract of land containing 2.406 acres situated in the County of Hidalgo, Texas, being a part or portion out of Lots 14 and 15, Block 5, Lots 16 and 17, Block 6, Lot 26, Block 11 and Lots 27 and 28, Block 12, San Juan Plantation Subdivision, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 3, Page 52, of the Map Records of Hidalgo County, Texas. (Audio Reference 1h:01m:21s)
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 19.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 19.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Discussion, consideration, and/or possible approval of Order Abandoning a 40-foot wide county road appearing on the plat of San Juan Plantation Subdivision described as; A Tract of land containing 2.406 acres situated in the County of Hidalgo, Texas, being a part or portion out of Lots 14 and 15, Block 5, Lots 16 and 17, Block 6, Lot 26, Block 11 and Lots 27 and 28, Block 12, San Juan Plantation Subdivision, according to the plat thereof recorded in Volume 3, Page 52, of the Map Records of Hidalgo County, Texas. (Audio Reference 1h:01m:21s)
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 19.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
20.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-96057
Requesting permission by Endurance Splits, LLC to use the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park & Parking Lot to host a 5K Event on Saturday, August 17, 2024. (Audio Reference 1h:02m:05s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 20.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 20.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
21.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-95191
Presentation of 2024 Mid Year Budget Reports. (Audio Reference 1h:02m:41s)
Director of Budget and Management, Dagoberto Soto, Jr., presented the 2024 Mid-Year Budget report.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 21.A.
Director of Budget and Management, Dagoberto Soto, Jr., presented the 2024 Mid-Year Budget report.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 21.A.
Attachments:
B.
AI-96007
Title IV-E Child Welfare Services (1100):
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #HHS000285000049) for October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
(Audio Reference 1h:16m:00s)
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 items 21.B.1., through 21.B.2.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of the Title IV-E Child Welfare Services Grant Budget (Contract #HHS000285000049) for October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025.
2. Approval for County Judge to sign the following documents:
a. Budget
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) form
c. Signature Authority Designation Form 2031
b. Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) form
c. Signature Authority Designation Form 2031
(Audio Reference 1h:16m:00s)
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 items 21.B.1., through 21.B.2.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-96022
Approval of updated MVEC Purchase of Power Agreement for the installation of 3 additional streetlights for Mirage Ranches located in Precinct # 4. (Audio Reference 1h:16m:43s)
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 21.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 21.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-96028
Approval of the following ARPA actions:
A. Budget amendments as per Exhibit A.
B. ARPA completed projects as per Exhibit B.
(Audio Reference 1h:17m:03s)
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 21.D.1.A., and 21.D.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
A. Budget amendments as per Exhibit A.
B. ARPA completed projects as per Exhibit B.
(Audio Reference 1h:17m:03s)
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 21.D.1.A., and 21.D.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.
AI-96062
Approve the use of ARPA funds for the Inclusive Accessibility Toolbar 2 (ARPA-24-110-364). (Audio Reference 1h:17m:27s)
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 21.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 21.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-96071
Capital Projects Funds (13XX):
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from interest earnings from various capital project funds and appropriation and interfund transfers of said capital project funds. (Audio Reference 1h:17m:53s)
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 21.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from interest earnings from various capital project funds and appropriation and interfund transfers of said capital project funds. (Audio Reference 1h:17m:53s)
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 21.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-95996
Pct4 Rd Maint/Pct4 Drain Imprv Prj (1200)
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $127,061.40 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Raymondville Drainage Project and appropriation of the same. (Audio Reference 1h:18m:17s)
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 21.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $127,061.40 in relation to labor reimbursement received from the Raymondville Drainage Project and appropriation of the same. (Audio Reference 1h:18m:17s)
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 21.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
22.
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(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 CONTRACT(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-95984
Requesting approval to award a contract to Sign Language Services, LLC., the qualified responsive bidder, for Translation, Interpretation & Sign Language Services (C-24-0079-07-23). (Audio Reference 1h:18m:40s)
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 22.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 22.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2.
AI-96020
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to a service agreement between HC and Prudent RX, LLC (E-20-398-09-08) through AETNA Agreement (C-22-0045-07-26) for "Third Party Administration for Self Funded Medical Plan & Pharmacy Benefit Services" to include changes to the copay program participation agreement. (Audio Reference 1h:19m:05s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 22.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 22.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 item 22.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 22.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 22.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 item 22.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
Emergency Management
1.
AI-96053
Requesting approval to purchase equipment and accessories for three (3) 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Trucks through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 698-23), from Tri-County Communications, LLC. in the total amount of $92,450.57 for the Quick Response Emergency Units ARPA Project ARPA-23-110-318. (Audio Reference 1h:19m:32s)
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 22.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-96054
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:20m:01s)
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 22.C.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Appraisal and/or Appraisal Review Services"
(Audio Reference 1h:20m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.C.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Appraisal Review Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of Appraisal Haus, LLC., for "On-Call Professional Appraisal Review Services" located in Precinct No. 1. (Audio Reference 1h:20m:37s)
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 22.C.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.C.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Appraisal and/or Appraisal Review Services"
| Evaluated Firms | Appraisal Haus, LLC | CBRE, Inc. |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 1 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 2 | 4 |
| RANK | ||
| *Evaluation and scoring conducted by Pct. No. 1 | ||
(Audio Reference 1h:20m:15s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.C.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Appraisal Review Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of Appraisal Haus, LLC., for "On-Call Professional Appraisal Review Services" located in Precinct No. 1. (Audio Reference 1h:20m:37s)
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 22.C.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-96036
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:20m:59s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.C.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Appraisal and/or Appraisal Review Services"
(Audio Reference 1h:21m:12s)
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 22.C.2.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Appraisal Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates, LLC., for "On-Call Professional Appraisal Services" located in Precinct No. 1. (Audio Reference 1h:21m:31s)
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 22.C.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.C.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "On-Call Professional Appraisal and/or Appraisal Review Services"
| Evaluated Firms | Appraisal Haus, LLC | CBRE, Inc. | Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates, LLC |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Evaluator No. 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| TOTAL | 4 | 6 | 2 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and scoring conducted by Pct. No. 1 | |||
(Audio Reference 1h:21m:12s)
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 22.C.2.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Appraisal Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of Leonel Garza Jr. & Associates, LLC., for "On-Call Professional Appraisal Services" located in Precinct No. 1. (Audio Reference 1h:21m:31s)
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 22.C.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-95990
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:21m:50s)
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 22.D.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "[ARPA-21-123-023] Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services - Veterans Memorial Pavilion"
(Audio Reference 1h:22m:06s)
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 22.D.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of B2Z Engineering, LLC., for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services - Veterans Memorial Pavilion". (Audio Reference 1h:22m:25s)
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 22.D.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.D.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for "[ARPA-21-123-023] Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services - Veterans Memorial Pavilion"
| B2Z Engineering, LLC | Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. | L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| RANK |
| *Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Pct. 3 |
(Audio Reference 1h:22m:06s)
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 22.D.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of B2Z Engineering, LLC., for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services - Veterans Memorial Pavilion". (Audio Reference 1h:22m:25s)
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 22.D.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-96037
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 to Precinct No. 3 Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0111-05-16) between HC and B2Z Engineering, LLC, to amend the Contract Rates. (Audio Reference 1h:23m:00s)
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 22.D.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2, with an estimated cost of $175,311.04, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the "5K Mansion Linear Park Trail" project. (Audio Reference 1h:23m:26s)
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 22.D.2.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.D.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2, with an estimated cost of $175,311.04, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the "5K Mansion Linear Park Trail" project. (Audio Reference 1h:23m:26s)
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 22.D.2.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-96042
A. Pursuant to Texas LGC Chapter 263.151 (2)(B)(C)(D) and 263.152 (a)(2) requesting action to declare the following assets as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition (of the 13 units listed below) for use as "trade-ins" toward the acquisition of various emergency preparedness equipment including the removal of said assets from the inventory list:
(Audio Reference 1h:23m:45s)
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 22.D.3.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to purchase one (1) Sand Bagging Machine, one (1) 2023 Ram 2500 Crew Cab, and two (2) 2024 130 BBL EXA Steel Vacuum Trailers through HC's membership with the Purchasing Cooperative of America (Contract NO. PCA OD-328-20), from Big D Tractor Co. LLC dba Blue Cat Rentals/Frontera Equipment in the total amount of $205,575.64. (Audio Reference 1h:24m:16s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.D.3.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
| Qty | Year | Make | Model | Description |
| 1 | 2009 | Chevrolet | Silverado | Truck |
| 2 | 2015 | Ford | F-150 | Truck |
| 2 | 2009 | Ford | F-550 | Truck |
| 1 | 2009 | Ford | F-150 | Truck |
| 1 | 2006 | Mack | CV713 | Roll-Off Truck |
| 1 | 2008 | International | Workstar 7400 | Sewer Cleaning Vacuum Truck |
| 1 | 2004 | Mack | CV713 | Roll-Off Truck |
| 1 | 2007 | Peterbilt | 340 | Roll-Off w/Hoist |
| 2 | 2012 | Tytal | PTO/Denver | Pump Trailer |
| 1 | 2000 | Caterpillar | 816F | Loader Compactor |
(Audio Reference 1h:23m:45s)
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 22.D.3.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting approval to purchase one (1) Sand Bagging Machine, one (1) 2023 Ram 2500 Crew Cab, and two (2) 2024 130 BBL EXA Steel Vacuum Trailers through HC's membership with the Purchasing Cooperative of America (Contract NO. PCA OD-328-20), from Big D Tractor Co. LLC dba Blue Cat Rentals/Frontera Equipment in the total amount of $205,575.64. (Audio Reference 1h:24m:16s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 22.D.3.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-95995
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No.2 from The 5125 Company, for the "[ARPA-22-124-095] - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 North Main Drain III Phase I Stormwater Project" (C-23-0248-08-22-10), for a 60-day extension and $93,040.00 increase in contract price, as recommended by the Project Engineer, TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc. (Audio Reference 1h:24m:54s)
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 22.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 22.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-95734
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1, with an estimated cost of $199,858.00, as submitted by Carlos Del Angel with Brownstone Consultants, LLC, through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Construction Management Services Agreement (C-23-0499-01-09), to provide Construction Management Services for the "Construction Management Services - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 2812 Community Resource Center". (Audio Reference 1h:25m:22s)
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 22.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
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 22.E.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
F.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-95860
Requesting approval of Addendum No. 1 to the Master Service Agreement (C-20-644-03-23) with AccuSource, Inc., with automatic annual renewals, to reflect revisions made to Attachment B, Scope of Services and Fee Schedule, through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS Contract No. 210701). (Audio Reference 1h:25m:49s)
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 22.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
IT Department
1.
AI-96055
Requesting approval to enter into a twenty-four (24) month agreement for Cisco Duo Subscription renewal through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative (Contract No. DIR-TSO-4167) from Insight Public Sector, Inc., in the total amount of $382,677.75. (Audio Reference 1h:26m:14s)
Judge Cortez stepped away from the meeting.
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 22.G.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Cortez stepped away from the meeting.
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 22.G.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
Health & Human Services Dept.
1.
AI-96013
Requesting approval to award job order contractor SKO Elite Repair LLC through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS JOC Contract No. 24010402), for the "Health Department Admin Office Renovations", in the amount of $82,378.14 (fee includes bonds), with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment bond. (Audio Reference 1h:26m:39s)
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 22.H.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.H.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-96008
Requesting approval to award job order contractor Herrcon, LLC through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (JOC Contract No. 728-24), for the "Hidalgo Clinic Roof and interior Repairs" project in the amount of $224,203.69 with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bond/s. (Audio Reference 1h:27m:10s)
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 22.H.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
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 22.H.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-96049
Requesting approval for elevator repairs to the McColl Building (ARPA Project # ARPA-21-125-015) through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System, (TIPS-USA Contract No. 22050201), from Rio Elevator Company, Inc., in the amount of $118,736.00 with authority for HC Facilities Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation. (Audio Reference 1h:27m:37s)
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 22.I.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.I.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
J.
Sheriff's Office
1.
AI-95925
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Deductive Change Directive No.01 from Noble Texas Builders, LLC, for the "Renovations & Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility" total project decrease of $291,360.00, as recommended by the Project Manager, BAS Construction; (Audio Reference 1h:28m:05s)
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 22.J.1.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Noble Texas Builders, LLC, for the "Renovations & Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility" (C-22-0661-05-30), with the final payment amount of $109,409.85 as recommended by the Project Manager, BAS Construction. (Audio Reference 1h:28m:31s)
Purchasing Director, Ignacio Amezcua stated that the correct final payment amount is $100,409.85, not $109,409.85.
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 22.J.1.B., with corrections made.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.J.1.A.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Noble Texas Builders, LLC, for the "Renovations & Repairs to the Leased Willacy County Detention Facility" (C-22-0661-05-30), with the final payment amount of $109,409.85 as recommended by the Project Manager, BAS Construction. (Audio Reference 1h:28m:31s)
Purchasing Director, Ignacio Amezcua stated that the correct final payment amount is $100,409.85, not $109,409.85.
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 22.J.1.B., with corrections made.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
K.
County Clerk
1.
AI-96035
Requesting approval to purchase Critical Records Management - Mold Remediation of Civil and Criminal Case Files services through HC's membership with Texas Smart Buy (TXMAS-23-92001), from Kofile Technologies, Inc., in the total amount of $51,370.00. (Audio Reference 1h:29m:02s)
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 22.K.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.K.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
L.
Co. Wide
1.
AI-96002
Requesting approval to award contract to Frontera Materials, Inc., the qualified lowest responsive bidder, for "Hot Mix - Cold Laid" (C-24-0156-07-23). (Audio Reference 1h:29m:23s)
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 22.L.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
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 22.L.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
23.
Executive Office:
A.
Presentation for discussion and possible action of the following:
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
4) Update on ongoing ARPA Projects
(Audio Reference 1h:29m:42s)
No action was taken on Agenda Item 23.A.1., 23.A.2., 23.A.3., nor 23.A.4.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 23.C. (Audio Reference 1h:29m:51s)
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
4) Update on ongoing ARPA Projects
(Audio Reference 1h:29m:42s)
No action was taken on Agenda Item 23.A.1., 23.A.2., 23.A.3., nor 23.A.4.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 23.C. (Audio Reference 1h:29m:51s)
B.
AI-95968
1. Discussion, consideration and action on Appointment of Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 2, to fill the vacancy in accordance with TX GOVT CODE SEC. 87.041, and TX. CONST. ARTICLE 5 SEC. 28(b) (Audio Reference 30m:16s)
Commissioner David Fuentes appointed Judge, Juan Alvarez as the Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 2 to fill the vacancy left by Judge Jesus "Jesse" Morales after his passing. Commissioner Fuentes stated that this action was just temporary until an election is conducted for a newly elected Justice of the Peace.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Official Bond (Audio Reference 33m:26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra stated that this motion was taken in accordance to Local TX GOVT CODE SEC. 87.041, and TX. CONST. ARTICLE 5 SEC. 28(b).
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 6 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 37m:03s)
Commissioner David Fuentes appointed Judge, Juan Alvarez as the Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1, Place 2 to fill the vacancy left by Judge Jesus "Jesse" Morales after his passing. Commissioner Fuentes stated that this action was just temporary until an election is conducted for a newly elected Justice of the Peace.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Approval of Official Bond (Audio Reference 33m:26s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 23.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra stated that this motion was taken in accordance to Local TX GOVT CODE SEC. 87.041, and TX. CONST. ARTICLE 5 SEC. 28(b).
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 6 - Open Forum (Audio Reference 37m:03s)
C.
AI-95921
1. Approval of Interlocal Agreement for services by and between Hidalgo County and the Alliance for I-69 Texas for year 2024
2. Approval to pay membership dues to RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 in the amount of $9,288.00 for 2024 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 1h:29m:52s)
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 items 23.C.1., and 23.C.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Cortez rejoined the meeting at this time.
2. Approval to pay membership dues to RGV Mobility Task Force (RGV Partnership) Alliance for I-69 in the amount of $9,288.00 for 2024 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 1h:29m:52s)
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 items 23.C.1., and 23.C.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Cortez rejoined the meeting at this time.
Attachments:
D.
AI-95982
Approval to accept settlement check from State Farm Insurance Company in the amount of $1,260.80 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office). (Audio Reference 1h:30m:25s)
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 23.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
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 23.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
24.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 1h:30m:38s)
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following:
The Court proceeded into Closed Session with a vote of approval at 3:12 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following:
The Court proceeded into Closed Session with a vote of approval at 3:12 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to proceed into Closed Session.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
A.
Real Estate Acquisition
Reference Agenda Item 26.A., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.A., for action taken.
B.
Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client privilege under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code.
Reference Agenda Item 26.B., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.B., for action taken.
C.
AI-95658
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Tax Abatement - Project Great Kiskadee
Reference Agenda Item 26.C., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.C., for action taken.
D.
AI-95975
Civil Action No. 7:23-cv-00206; Eaz Chay Jr. v. Hidalgo County
Reference Agenda Item 26.D., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.D., for action taken.
E.
AI-96043
Cause #C-3224-24-H; Anabel Reyna Iracheta v Oscar I. De Leon, et al
Reference Agenda Item 26.E., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.E., for action taken.
F.
AI-96080
Cause #C-3174-24-I; Luis Moreno and mother, Maria Carmen Moreno, a/n/f of Luis Moreno, a disabled individual v City of Edcouch, et al
Reference Agenda Item 26.F., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.F., for action taken.
G.
AI-95834
Cause #C-3345-22-H; Bryan Bertos vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas, et al
Reference Agenda Item 26.G., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.G., for action taken.
H.
AI-95980
Claim of Maria Rosa Salinas
Reference Agenda Item 26.H., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.H., for action taken.
I.
AI-96029
Claim of Juana Bautista
Reference Agenda Item 26.I., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.I., for action taken.
J.
AI-96032
Claim of Irma Gaona Guerrero
Reference Agenda Item 26.J., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.J., for action taken.
25.
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation." (Audio Reference 1h:33m:37s)
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 25.A., specific to Agenda Item 26.F.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Engagement with the firm of Preston Henrichson for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 1h:33m:50s)
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 25.B., subject to compliance with HB1295, specific to Agenda Item 26.F., Cause #C-3174-24-I; Luis Moreno and mother, Maria Carmen Moreno, a/n/f of Luis Moreno, a disabled individual v City of Edcouch, et al.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 26.G. (Audio Reference 1h:34m:19s)
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 25.A., specific to Agenda Item 26.F.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Engagement with the firm of Preston Henrichson for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295) (Audio Reference 1h:33m:50s)
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 25.B., subject to compliance with HB1295, specific to Agenda Item 26.F., Cause #C-3174-24-I; Luis Moreno and mother, Maria Carmen Moreno, a/n/f of Luis Moreno, a disabled individual v City of Edcouch, et al.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 26.G. (Audio Reference 1h:34m:19s)
26.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:31m:30s)
The Court returned from Closed Session at 3:49 P.M.
Mr. Valde Guerra proceeded to review all the agenda items under Open Session.
Judge Cortez did not return from Closed Session.
The Court returned from Closed Session at 3:49 P.M.
Mr. Valde Guerra proceeded to review all the agenda items under Open Session.
Judge Cortez did not return from Closed Session.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same. (Audio Reference 1h:31m:44s)
No action was taken on Agenda Item 26.A.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 26.A.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation (Audio Reference 1h:31m:48s)
No action was taken on Agenda Item 26.B.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 26.B.
C.
AI-95659
Deliberation regarding the following Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Tax Abatement - Project Kiskadee. (Audio Reference 1h:31m:51s)
No action was taken on Agenda Item 26.C.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 26.C.
D.
AI-95976
Civil Action No. 7:23-cv-00206; Eaz Chay Jr. v. Hidalgo County (Audio Reference 1h:32m:10s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested the case to be assigned to the Civil Division at the District Attorney's Office to Mr. Victor Garza.
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 26.D.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra requested the case to be assigned to the Civil Division at the District Attorney's Office to Mr. Victor Garza.
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 26.D.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
E.
AI-96044
Cause #C-3224-24-H; Anabel Reyna Iracheta v Oscar I. De Leon, et al. (Audio Reference 1h:32m:43s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested the case to be assigned to the Civil Division at the District Attorney's Office to Mr. Victor Garza.
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 26.E.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra requested the case to be assigned to the Civil Division at the District Attorney's Office to Mr. Victor Garza.
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 26.E.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
F.
AI-96081
Cause #C-3174-24-I; Luis Moreno and mother, Maria Carmen Moreno, a/n/f of Luis Moreno, a disabled individual v City of Edcouch, et al. (Audio Reference 1h:33m:07s)
Reference Agenda Item 25.A., for action taken.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 25.A. (Audio Reference 1h:33m:36s)
Reference Agenda Item 25.A., for action taken.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 25.A. (Audio Reference 1h:33m:36s)
G.
AI-95835
Cause #C-3345-22-H; Bryan Bertos vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas, et al. (Audio Reference 1h:34m:20s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that the administration will proceed as directed and discussed in Closed Session.
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 26.G.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that the administration will proceed as directed and discussed in Closed Session.
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 26.G.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
H.
AI-95981
Claim of Maria Rosa Salinas (Audio Reference 1h:34m:38s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $50,000.00 dollars.
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 26.H.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $50,000.00 dollars.
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 26.H.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
I.
AI-96030
Claim of Juana Bautista (Audio Reference 1h:34m:49s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $238.20.
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 26.I.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $238.20.
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 26.I.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
J.
AI-96033
Claim of Irma Gaona Guerrero (Audio Reference 1h:35m:00s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $720.00 dollars.
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 26.J.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra requested for settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $720.00 dollars.
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 26.J.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
27.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 1h:35m:13s)
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Agenda Item 27 - Closed Session.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Agenda Item 27 - Closed Session.
28.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:35m:16s)
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Agenda Item 28 - Open Session.
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
The Court did not proceed into Agenda Item 28 - Open Session.
29.
Adjourn (Audio Reference 1h:35m:20s)
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 3:53 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Judge Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 3:53 P.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
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 23rd 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 23, 2024.
Signed this 24th 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 23rd 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 23, 2024.
Signed this 24th 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