SPECIAL MEETING - AUGUST 6, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 6th day of August 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 AUGUST 6, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 23m:22s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2., for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda Items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Board made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of the Consent Agenda, except Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 6.A.1. (Audio Reference 23m:43s)
1.
AI-95988
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-95989
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-95665
Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters.
Attachments:
C.
AI-95666
Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports.
Attachments:
3.
2024 Intradepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-96223
2024 - Adult Probation Virtual Supervision Caseload grant (1289)
Attachments:
B.
AI-96203
2024 - Adult Probation Veterans Court (1289)
Attachments:
4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-96177
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
Attachments:
B.
AI-96155
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Las Palmas Del Norte No. 3 Phase II Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Noralinda Garza) (Mile 5 Road & La Homa Road) Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Las Palmas Del Norte No. 3 Phase II Subdivision - Pct. 3 (Noralinda Garza) (Mile 5 Road & La Homa Road) Reimbursement request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
C.
AI-96156
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. The District North Weslaco Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
a. The District North Weslaco Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
D.
AI-96114
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Cantera Hermosa Phase 5 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tres Canteras, L.P.) (Eldora Road & Tower Road)
Reimbursement Request: $18,000.00 for (Paving improvements)
a. Cantera Hermosa Phase 5 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tres Canteras, L.P.) (Eldora Road & Tower Road)
Reimbursement Request: $18,000.00 for (Paving improvements)
Attachments:
E.
AI-96136
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Alondra la Blanca Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Tokos LLC ) (F.M. 493 & US Hwy 107)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Alondra la Blanca Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Tokos LLC ) (F.M. 493 & US Hwy 107)
Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
F.
AI-96086
1. PIPELINE PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lot 28 and the north portion of lot 29 Lott Town & Improvement Co. Proposed: El Encantado Phase 2 Subdivision (Hutto Road & Mile 9 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Hutto Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line boring with a 16” PVC casing boring Hutto Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Tract 8 Delta Orchards Co. Unit #6 (Mile 21 North Road & Mile 2 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline south of Mile 21 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” water line extension approximately 310 feet running along the south side of Mile 21 North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lots 13 & 14 Blk. 84 Campacuas Addition Subdivision; Proposed Maravillas Estates PH. 4 Subdivision (Mile 11 North Road Mile 1 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Mile 1 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Four 8” PVC water lines boring Mile 1 West Road with a 16” PVC casing.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Farm Tract 180 West & Adams Tract; Proposed Villas San Miguel Subdivision (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline east of Mile 5 ½ West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line extension running south approximately 1,380 feet along the east side of Mile 5 ½ West Road.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 1.198 acres out of Farm Tract 607 (Mile 4 West Road & Mile 17 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Mile 17 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line boring Mile 17 North Road with a 2” PVC casing.
f. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 40.00 acres being all of Lot 58 La Blanca Ag. Co. (F.M. 493 & Mile 12 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” PVC sewer force main line extension running west approximately 3000 feet along the north side of Mile 12 North Road.
g. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 10 & 11 in the east 2 acres of lot 12 Blk. 21 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit 2 Subdivision; Proposed Vista Bonita Ph. 16 Subdivision (Alamo Road & Ramseyer Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” waterline south of Ramseyer Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” PVC water line boring Ramseyer Road with a 16” PVC casing.
h. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Tract 3 Farm Tract 266 West & Adams Tract (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 4 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterlines west of Mile 4 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line boring Mile 4 West Road with a 2” PVC casing.
i. Spectrum (Project No. 4689278-SM59E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of North Bryan Road approximately 400.00 ft. north of Mile 6 North Road. (Pct. 3)
j. Spectrum (Project No. 4040464-WE33)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Mile 16 North Road approximately 25.00 ft. west of Leon Avenue. (Pct. 1)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lot 28 and the north portion of lot 29 Lott Town & Improvement Co. Proposed: El Encantado Phase 2 Subdivision (Hutto Road & Mile 9 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Hutto Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line boring with a 16” PVC casing boring Hutto Road.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Tract 8 Delta Orchards Co. Unit #6 (Mile 21 North Road & Mile 2 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline south of Mile 21 ½ North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” water line extension approximately 310 feet running along the south side of Mile 21 North Road.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lots 13 & 14 Blk. 84 Campacuas Addition Subdivision; Proposed Maravillas Estates PH. 4 Subdivision (Mile 11 North Road Mile 1 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Mile 1 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: Four 8” PVC water lines boring Mile 1 West Road with a 16” PVC casing.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Farm Tract 180 West & Adams Tract; Proposed Villas San Miguel Subdivision (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline east of Mile 5 ½ West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” water line extension running south approximately 1,380 feet along the east side of Mile 5 ½ West Road.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 1.198 acres out of Farm Tract 607 (Mile 4 West Road & Mile 17 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline south of Mile 17 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line boring Mile 17 North Road with a 2” PVC casing.
f. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 40.00 acres being all of Lot 58 La Blanca Ag. Co. (F.M. 493 & Mile 12 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” PVC sewer force main line extension running west approximately 3000 feet along the north side of Mile 12 North Road.
g. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lots 10 & 11 in the east 2 acres of lot 12 Blk. 21 Santa Cruz Gardens Unit 2 Subdivision; Proposed Vista Bonita Ph. 16 Subdivision (Alamo Road & Ramseyer Road) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 12” waterline south of Ramseyer Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 6” PVC water line boring Ramseyer Road with a 16” PVC casing.
h. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Tract 3 Farm Tract 266 West & Adams Tract (Mile 12 North Road & Mile 4 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterlines west of Mile 4 West Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line boring Mile 4 West Road with a 2” PVC casing.
i. Spectrum (Project No. 4689278-SM59E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of North Bryan Road approximately 400.00 ft. north of Mile 6 North Road. (Pct. 3)
j. Spectrum (Project No. 4040464-WE33)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Mile 16 North Road approximately 25.00 ft. west of Leon Avenue. (Pct. 1)
Attachments:
5.
County Treasurer:
A.
AI-96160
Hidalgo County 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report
Attachments:
6.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-96127
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,654,898.97 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 07/11/2024 to 07/24/2024.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 23m:44s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 24m:07s)
| 07/11/2024 - 07/17/2024 | $606,311.14 |
| 07/18/2024 - 07/24/2024 | $1,048,587.83 |
| TOTAL | $1,654,898.97 |
(Audio Reference 23m:44s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 5.A. (Audio Reference 24m:07s)
Attachments:
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-96172
| NO | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | A1748.99.000.0002.19 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $6,296.73 |
| 2. | B4350.00.009.0003.00 | AMY ALLEN | $3,920.96 |
| 3. | B5050.00.010.0005.00 | RUBEN GONZALEZ | $3,146.11 |
| 4. | C9650.02.000.0009.00 | SN SERVICING CORP | $3,072.47 |
| 5. | E3300.99.000.0000.U2 | L & B PROPERTY TAX LLC | $14,010.46 |
| 6. | H0111.99.000.0001.27 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $5,449.24 |
| 7. | K2400.00.000.0163.02 | MATT'S CASH & CARRY BUILDING MATERIALS INC | $42,608.74 |
| 8. | K2400.00.000.0164.06 | MATT'S CASH & CARRY BUILDING MATERIALS INC | $18,449.67 |
| 9. | K2400.99.000.0163.01 | MATT'S BUILDING MATERIALS INC | $15,482.67 |
| 10. | L2050.99.000.0000.A0 | GEORGE MCELROY & ASSOCIATES INC | $3,856.39 |
| 11. | M1919.00.000.0077.00 | CORELOGIC | $4,371.77 |
| 12. | M1713.00.000.0002.00 | MATT'S CASH & CARRY BUILDING MATERIALS INC | $39,090.88 |
| 13. | M3250.00.002.0011.00 | MELISSA GARCIA | $3,599.28 |
| 14. | P2344.99.000.0003.06 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $3,216.58 |
| 15. | P4355.00.000.0011.00 | JOSEPHIN ASSAD | $9,000.00 |
| 16. | P9006.00.000.0001.00 | AURELIO RAMIREZ JR | $4,349.15 |
| 17. | S1550.00.000.0000.75 | ESTATE OF MARIA ALICIA T SANCHEZ DAVID JOSE SANCHEZ INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR |
$3,679.75 |
| 18. | S2979.99.00A.0002.19 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $10,894.65 |
| 19. | S3290.99.000.0002.01 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $7,512.82 |
| 20. | T1231.05.000.0013.00 | CORELOGIC | $9,269.19 |
| 21. | U0350.99.000.002A.00 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $6,607.11 |
| 22. | W0254.99.000.0003.00 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $2,702.18 |
| 23. | W3800.99.544.0000.11 | RODEO DENTAL TEXAS LLC | $5,869.51 |
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-96188
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval to pay 2024 National Tactical Officers Association membership dues (req. # 499466) for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal), in the amount of $450.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2024 National Tactical Officers Association membership dues (req. # 499466) for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal), in the amount of $450.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-96134
Health and Human Services:
Approval to pay the Texas Association of City and County Health Officials (TACCHO) membership fee for 2024 - 2025 year with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Approval to pay the Texas Association of City and County Health Officials (TACCHO) membership fee for 2024 - 2025 year with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
C.
AI-96118
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay Basic Fire Inspector Certification for Mentor Cantu Jr. in the amount of $85.00 payable to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay Basic Fire Inspector Certification for Mentor Cantu Jr. in the amount of $85.00 payable to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-96151
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay Fire Marshal Certification application for Eric L. Sanchez in the amount of $85.00 payable to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay Fire Marshal Certification application for Eric L. Sanchez in the amount of $85.00 payable to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
9.
Head Start:
A.
AI-96107
Request Approval of Payment for Invoice #1822101-08 in the amount of $2,831.07 for Professional Services submitted by Laura Warren, Project Architect, The Warren Group Architects, Inc. through Contract C-21-0683-08-24 for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environment and Discovery Classrooms
Attachments:
B.
AI-96108
Request Approval of Payment for Two (2) Invoices, Invoice #TM20968 in the amount of $1,145.00, and Invoice #TM35229 in the amount of $1,285.00 for Professional Services Submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc. for Geotechnical Testing Services through Contact C-21-006-11-02-AS for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environment and Discovery Classrooms
Attachments:
C.
AI-96109
Requesting Approval to Pay the City of McAllen the amount of $25,977.53 for the testing of the utility construction for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environment and Discovery Classrooms
Attachments:
10.
IT Department:
A.
AI-96178
Authorization and approval to purchase a new wireless service and equipment through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| County Clerks Office | 1 | New Data Service |
Attachments:
11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-96225
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 $145,000.00 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 $145,000.00 to fund operating expenditures.
Attachments:
B.
AI-96099
Various Departments (1100/1293):
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) | 240-001 | 0041 | Community Resources Specialist | 08/01 | $36,882.00 | 08/03 | $39,509.00 | 07/29/2024 |
| Budget Adjustment (Lateral) | 340-085 | 0007 | Administrative Assistant IV | 10/01 | $43,020.00 | 10/02 | $44,526.00 | 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.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-96096
Requesting approval to enter into a "Contribution-In-Aid-of-Construction Agreement" with American Electric Power (AEP) Texas Central Company in the amount of $2,234.45
Attachments:
2.
AI-95986
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 883704, for the purchase of Solar Power Lighting for the Precinct No. 1 "Hike & Bike Trail" project through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 725-24) with Fonroche Lighting America Inc., in the total amount of $154,400.00
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-96220
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#2) | 07/31/24 | 11329812 | $43,914.06 | 796794 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#3) | 07/31/24 | 11329813 | $674.68 | 862757 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 07/31/24 | 11329814 | $28,050.96 | 795673 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd Project (WA#4) | 07/31/24 | 11329822 | $23,051.47 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 07/31/24 | 11329823 | $4,662.47 | 853337 |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#4) | 07/31/24 | 11329828 | $65,689.36 | 881797 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96106
Requesting approval of payment of Invoice No. TM35211 in the amount of $1,069.00 submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., for construction material testing services provided for the Pct 2 Administration Complex Parking Lot Rehabilitation Project.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-96205
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, L&G Engineering Inc.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329806 | 7-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $8,000.00 |
| 11329815 | 7-31-2024 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 & 868314 | $15,127.51 |
| 11329809 | 7-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #5 | 818290 & 872310 | $3,000.00 |
| 11329824 | 7-31-2024 | Veterans Blvd. WA#3 | 772041 & 868501 | $1,800.00 |
| 11329816 | 7-31-2024 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA#1 | 873046 | $27,472.92 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96166
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.2 between Hidalgo County and SAMES, INC, for the "Extension of Shary Road 2 Miles North of SH 107" to extend the termination date of the agreement (C-22-0308-08-18).
Attachments:
3.
AI-96128
Requesting approval of the following payment application as submitted by NM Contracting LLC, and as certified by ERO Architects for Pct. 3 El Paraiso CRC project.
| Payment Application # | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 5 | 7-5-2024 | 875396 | $63,323.50 |
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-96228
A. Acceptance and approval of ARPA project invoice listed below for processing and payment.
B. Acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | P.O. Number | ARPA Project Number | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 07/16/2024 | NMD III Phase II | Mor-Wil | 869050 | 22-124-096 | 7 | $397,982.22 |
B. Acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | P.O. Number | Invoice Number | Invoice Amount |
| 08/02/2024 | HSIP | Cobbfendley | 880981 | 334966 | $7,258.50 |
| 7/31/2024 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 868045 | 11329807 | $12,740.00 |
| 7/31/2024 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 854100 | 11329808 | $11,299.96 |
| 7/31/2024 | FM1925 WA#4 | L&G Engineering | 864922 | 11329801 | $8,100.00 |
Attachments:
E.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-96204
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 | 07/31/2024 | 11329818 | $12,599.76 | 874949 |
Attachments:
F.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-96075
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" (RFB 24-0210) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96148
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Frontera Materials, Inc. for “Type D Hot Mix (Limestone Only)” (C-23-0218-09-05) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-96088
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to a service contract between HC and Stericycle, Inc. for “Bio-Hazardous and Medical Waste Disposal Services and Supplies” (C-23-0172-06-30) to amend the site list.
Attachments:
4.
AI-96163
Requesting approval to add/delete the following vehicles and fuel cards (drivers) from US Bank Voyager:
| Department/Office | Adding Vehicle to issue Card | Delete Vehicle to delete Card | Add a Driver | Delete Driver | Replace Fuel Card | |
| 1. | Constable Pct. 1 | 2 | 1 | |||
| 2. | Constable Pct. 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| 3. | Constable Pct. 5 | 2 | 1 | |||
| 4. | Facilities Management | 3 | 7 | |||
| 5. | District Attorney | 2 | ||||
| 6. | Planning Dept. | 1 | 1 | |||
| 7. | Adult Probation | 1 | 14 | |||
| 8. | Juvenile Justice | 3 | ||||
| 9. | Emergency Management | 1 | 1 | |||
| 10. | WIC Department | 2 | 2 | |||
| 11. | Tax Office | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 12. | Health & Human Services | 1 | 11 | |||
| 13. | Elections Department | 2 | ||||
| 14. | Sheriff's Office | 2 | 2 | |||
| 15. | Purchasing Department | 1 |
Attachments:
G.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-96167
Requesting approval of C-23-0489-05-28 with Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC for "Remote Operation Centers" to reflect the revisions made to the agreement as attached herein.
Attachments:
H.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-96165
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2, with an estimated cost of $13,148.56, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0497-01-09), to provide Geotechnical and Construction Material Services for the "Jackson Creek Project".
2.
AI-96147
A. Requesting approval of an exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TLGC 262.024(a)(7)(C) an item that can be obtained from only one source, including: electric power, gas, water, and other utility services.
B. Requesting approval to enter into a 20 yard roll-off service agreement with the City of Edinburg, in the amount of $195.60 per load and a daily rate of $3.00 with authority for HC Facilities Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting approval to enter into a 20 yard roll-off service agreement with the City of Edinburg, in the amount of $195.60 per load and a daily rate of $3.00 with authority for HC Facilities Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-96095
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 | 05 | 07/05/2024 | $22,133.71 |
Attachments:
J.
IT Department:
1.
AI-96017
Requesting authority to exercise the second (2) one (1) year contract extension with SmartCom Telephone, LLC for “Master Service Agreement” (C-20-484-09-15) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
K.
J.P.'s:
1.
AI-96124
JP Pct 4, Pl 2:
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3 Sec. 52 to include but not limited to: table cloths, brochures/pamphlets, pens, pencils, and all other items deemed necessary as part of public purpose effort for the period of FY 2024, as these items will be useful to inform, educate, and report important information to constituents.
Requesting authorization and approval to purchase promotional items under "Public Purpose" pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3 Sec. 52 to include but not limited to: table cloths, brochures/pamphlets, pens, pencils, and all other items deemed necessary as part of public purpose effort for the period of FY 2024, as these items will be useful to inform, educate, and report important information to constituents.
Attachments:
L.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-96159
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Lab Services Inc. for "Drug & Alcohol Testing Services" (C-22-0443-09-27) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
M.
WIC:
1.
AI-96111
Requesting authority to exercise the second (2nd) one (1) year contract extension with BIC Development Corporation for Lease of Office Space for Storage Area (C-22-0431-09-20) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96146
Requesting authority to exercise the fourth (4) one (1) year contract extension with GBB Rentals, LTD for “Lease of Office Space - Alamo” (C-20-339-11-24) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
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 6th day of August, 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 August 6, 2024.
Signed this 6th day of August, 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 6th day of August, 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 August 6, 2024.
Signed this 6th day of August, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy