SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 3rd day of September 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 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 SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 10:00 A.M. |
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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:
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 05m:14s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal.
Commissioner Everado "Ever" Villarreal was absent from this meeting.
Judge Richard F. Cortez called the meeting to order at 10:00 A.M.
All members of the Court were present during the roll call, except Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal.
Commissioner Everado "Ever" Villarreal was absent from this meeting.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance (Audio Reference 05m:31s)
Veteran Robert Treviño, with the Sheriff's Office, led the Court in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Veteran Robert Treviño, with the Sheriff's Office, led the Court in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.
3.
Prayer (Audio Reference 06m:14s)
Director of the Planning Department, Anthony Uresti, offered the prayer.
Director of the Planning Department, Anthony Uresti, offered the prayer.
4.
Approval of Consent Agenda (Audio Reference 07m:17s)
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-96589
Approval of Proclamation Recognizing September 2024 as National Suicide Prevention Month. (Audio Reference 07m:59s)
Kimberly Cruz, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation Recognizing September 2024 as National Suicide Prevention Month.
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 5.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Nicolas Zepeda, with the City of Pharr Police Department Mental Health Unit, expressed his gratitude towards the Court for recognizing September 2024 as National Suicide Prevention Month and for creating awareness of suicide prevention.
Kimberly Cruz, with the County Judge's Office, read the Proclamation Recognizing September 2024 as National Suicide Prevention Month.
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 5.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Nicolas Zepeda, with the City of Pharr Police Department Mental Health Unit, expressed his gratitude towards the Court for recognizing September 2024 as National Suicide Prevention Month and for creating awareness of suicide prevention.
Attachments:
6.
Open Forum (Audio Reference 15m:29s)
Open Forum Participant, Fern McClaugherty, came before the Court to express her concerns on the 2025 proposed budget tax rate.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 6.
Open Forum Participant, Fern McClaugherty, came before the Court to express her concerns on the 2025 proposed budget tax rate.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 6.
7.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-96447
DA - Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG)(1281)/Criminal DA (1100): (Audio Reference 18m:32s)
1. Approval to accept the FY 2025 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) award in the amount of $32,012.00 effective 09/01/2024 through 08/31/2025 with authority for the County Judge, as the authorized official to electronically sign via DocuSign the grant contract.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2025 VCLG in the amount of $32,012.00 and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval to reclassify fringe benefits and exceeding salaries expenditures to the Criminal DA - General Fund Account.
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 7.A.1., through 7.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to accept the FY 2025 Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) award in the amount of $32,012.00 effective 09/01/2024 through 08/31/2025 with authority for the County Judge, as the authorized official to electronically sign via DocuSign the grant contract.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2025 VCLG in the amount of $32,012.00 and appropriation of the same.
3. Approval to reclassify fringe benefits and exceeding salaries expenditures to the Criminal DA - General Fund Account.
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 7.A.1., through 7.A.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-96508
DA-Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG)(1281): (Audio Reference 19m:32s)
Approval and authorization for the County Judge Richard F. Cortez, as Authorized Official, to sign the Inventory Report Form for the Fiscal Year 2024.
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 7.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval and authorization for the County Judge Richard F. Cortez, as Authorized Official, to sign the Inventory Report Form for the Fiscal Year 2024.
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 7.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
8.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-96534
USMS Task Force Officer (1281): (Audio Reference 19m:50s)
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2024 USMS and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office agreement Modification #2 for an additional amount of $3,485.00 and appropriation of the same.
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 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2024 USMS and Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office agreement Modification #2 for an additional amount of $3,485.00 and appropriation of the same.
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 8.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
9.
County Treasurer - Lita Leo:
A.
AI-96559
Approval of Multi-Bank Securities, Inc. Non-Corporate Resolution. (Audio Reference 20m:18s)
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 9.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 9.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
10.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-96546
Approval of Sheriff and Constable Fee Schedule for Year 2025. (Audio Reference 21m:34s)
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 10.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 10.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI-96554
Sheriff's Office - Catalytic Converter Crime Prevention Grant FY25 Acceptance
1. Authorization and approval to accept the FY 2025 SB224 Catalytic Converter Grants from Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority, in the amount $59,757.00 (09/01/2024 - 08/31/2025)
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY25 Catalytic Converter Grant in the amount of $59,757.00 and appropriation of the same. (Audio Reference 22m:00s)
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 10.B.1., and 10.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Authorization and approval to accept the FY 2025 SB224 Catalytic Converter Grants from Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority, in the amount $59,757.00 (09/01/2024 - 08/31/2025)
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY25 Catalytic Converter Grant in the amount of $59,757.00 and appropriation of the same. (Audio Reference 22m:00s)
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 10.B.1., and 10.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-96528
Acceptance of K9s4COPs Grant
1. Approval to accept the award of dual purpose narcotics trained K9s from K9s4COPs grant.
2. Approval and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as authorized official, to sign terms and conditions agreement and any other required documents. (Audio Reference 22m:40s)
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 10.C.1., and 10.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval to accept the award of dual purpose narcotics trained K9s from K9s4COPs grant.
2. Approval and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff, as authorized official, to sign terms and conditions agreement and any other required documents. (Audio Reference 22m:40s)
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 10.C.1., and 10.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-96558
1. Authorization and Approval to purchase two (2) new cell phone line addition through the County's membership/participation with Contract DIR-TELE-CTSA-002 with AT&T. (Requisition#'s 501138, 501193 )
2. Authorization and approval to activate the following cell phone plan. Basic Unlimited Voice, Data with Text Service for two (2) cell phone @ a monthly rate of $40.99. (Audio Reference 23m: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 items 10.D.1., and 10.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Authorization and approval to activate the following cell phone plan. Basic Unlimited Voice, Data with Text Service for two (2) cell phone @ a monthly rate of $40.99. (Audio Reference 23m: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 items 10.D.1., and 10.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
11.
Constable Pct. #1:
A.
AI-96519
Constable Pct. 1- Texas A & M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) (1285):
1. Approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Constable Pct.1 and Texas A & M University-Kingsville, acting by and through its Police Department in relation to security services with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to execute agreement.
2. Authorization and approval to pay overtime reimbursable under the agreement terms and conditions.
3. Approval to certify revenues by Co. Auditor and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 23m:50s)
Commissioner David Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
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 items 11.A.1., through 11.A.3.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
1. Approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Constable Pct.1 and Texas A & M University-Kingsville, acting by and through its Police Department in relation to security services with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to execute agreement.
2. Authorization and approval to pay overtime reimbursable under the agreement terms and conditions.
3. Approval to certify revenues by Co. Auditor and appropriation of same. (Audio Reference 23m:50s)
Commissioner David Fuentes stepped away from the meeting.
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 items 11.A.1., through 11.A.3.
Vote: 3 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
12.
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 25m:04s)
No action was taken on Agenda Items 12.A.1., and 12.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 25m:20s)
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 12.A.3.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27 (Audio Reference 25m:04s)
No action was taken on Agenda Items 12.A.1., and 12.A.2.
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments (Audio Reference 25m:20s)
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 12.A.3.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
B.
AI-96505
Approval of the appointment of interns from UTRGV to participate under the Hidalgo County Health Department the period of 09/16/2024 - 12/15/2024. (Audio Reference 25m:29s)
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 12.B.
Vote: 3 - 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 12.B.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
C.
AI-96539
Approval to appoint Christa Cavazos, student at UTRGV, as an intern under the Hidalgo County Human Resources Department for the period of 09/03/2024 - 12/12/2024. (Audio Reference 25m:46s)
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 12.C.
Vote: 3 - 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 12.C.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-96458
92nd District Court (1100):
Approval to appoint Lizette Villegas, student at UTRGV, as an intern under the Hidalgo County 92nd District Court for the period of September 03, 2024 - December 06, 2024. (Audio Reference 26m:05s)
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 12.D.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval to appoint Lizette Villegas, student at UTRGV, as an intern under the Hidalgo County 92nd District Court for the period of September 03, 2024 - December 06, 2024. (Audio Reference 26m:05s)
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 12.D.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
AI-95631
1. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
CCL#6 / CCL#8 / CCL#9 (1100):
2. Approval of the following actions as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
3. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employees as listed on Exhibit B. (Audio Reference 26m:24s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 12.E.1., through 12.E.3.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
CCL#6 / CCL#8 / CCL#9 (1100):
2. Approval of the following actions as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
3. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employees as listed on Exhibit B. (Audio Reference 26m:24s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 12.E.1., through 12.E.3.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-96550
Facilities Management (1100):
1. Approval of the following actions as per Exhihit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above. (Audio Reference 26m:59s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 12.F.1., and 12.F.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
1. Approval of the following actions as per Exhihit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above. (Audio Reference 26m:59s)
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 12.F.1., and 12.F.2.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
AI-96555
DA Civil Litigation (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
(Audio Reference 27m:26s)
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 12.G.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Current Allowance Amount | Proposed Allowance Amount |
| Delete Supplemental Allowance | 080-013 | 0006 | Attorney III | $7,500.00 | $0.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance | 080-013 | 0017 | Attorney IV | $0.00 | $7,500.00 |
(Audio Reference 27m:26s)
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 12.G.
Vote: 3 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
AI-96576
Urban County (1288):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period 09/09/2024:
(Audio Reference 27m:51s)
Commissioner David Fuentes rejoined the meeting at this time.
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 12.H.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period 09/09/2024:
| Action | Dept./ Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Grade |
| Discretionary Step 2 | 250-002 | 0014 | Program Specialist II | 11 |
(Audio Reference 27m:51s)
Commissioner David Fuentes rejoined the meeting at this time.
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 12.H.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-96515
1. Requesting authorization to reject bids received from the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) - Colonia Funds-Planning 2022 Grant Bid No. 6556-85-2000-5250-0000-AP.
2. Requesting approval to re-advertise and re-bid the TDA - Colonia Funds-Planning 2022 Grant. (Audio Reference 28m: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 items 13.A.1., and 13.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
2. Requesting approval to re-advertise and re-bid the TDA - Colonia Funds-Planning 2022 Grant. (Audio Reference 28m: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 items 13.A.1., and 13.A.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
14.
Health & Human Services Department:
A.
AI-96540
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $170.00 and appropriation of the same. The revenue was collected by our Title V Prenatal program FY24. (Audio Reference 29m:11s)
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 14.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 14.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-96538
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $30.00 and appropriation of the same. The revenue was collected by our Title V Child Health program FY24. (Audio Reference 29m:51s)
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 14.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 14.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-96468
Request to Submit Application for Healthy Brain Initiative (HBI) Grant. (Audio Reference 30m:26s)
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 14.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 14.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
AI-96457
Requesting approval - Texas Local Public Health Agencies Limited Scope Food, Feed and Cosmetics 20.88 Agreement. (Audio Reference 30m:42s)
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 14.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to request clarification regarding the 20.88 Agreement. Chief Administrative Officer, Eduardo Olivarez, stated that the FDA contacted the Health and Human Services Department regarding some recalls. Furthermore, Mr. Olivarez stated that they Health and Human Services Department wanted to take a more active role in making the public aware of any recalls.
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 14.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to request clarification regarding the 20.88 Agreement. Chief Administrative Officer, Eduardo Olivarez, stated that the FDA contacted the Health and Human Services Department regarding some recalls. Furthermore, Mr. Olivarez stated that they Health and Human Services Department wanted to take a more active role in making the public aware of any recalls.
Attachments:
E.
AI-96492
Requesting approval to accept and for the County Judge to sign the Department of State Health Services contract number HHS001472800018 between the Department of State Health Services and Hidalgo County Health and Human Services. The Department of State Health Services agrees to provide certain public health data and information for the purpose of providing essential public health services. (Audio Reference 31m:37s)
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.E.
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 14.E.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
AI-96488
Requesting approval to submit a budget revision to the Texas Department of State Health Services to add $110,000.00 to the Covid-19 Health Disparities grant program. (Audio Reference 32m:15s)
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.F.
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 14.F.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
G.
AI-96480
Requesting approval to apply for the 2025 - 2026 Texas Public Health Fellowship program, a one year, full time paid training program for early career public health professionals. (Audio Reference 32m:33s)
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 14.G.
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 14.G.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
Health Care Funding District:
1.
AI-96451
A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Graduate Medical Education Program (GME) SFY 2020 Non-State Private Retroactive Payment in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 09/09/2024 and a settlement date of 09/10/2024. (Audio Reference 32m:57s)
Chief Administrative Officer, Eddie Olivarez, stated that the amount is $1,312,985.86.
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.H.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 33m:47s)
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 14.H.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 34m: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 14.H.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Chief Administrative Officer, Eddie Olivarez, stated that the amount is $1,312,985.86.
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.H.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 33m:47s)
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 14.H.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. (Audio Reference 34m: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 14.H.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
I.
Bio Safety Laboratory:
1.
AI-96381
A. Requesting approval to submit an application to the College of American Pathologists to meet the CLIA requirement for Laboratory Certificate of Accreditation with authority to have Director of Laboratory, Martha Luna, MD as facility Director on application and authority for the Lab Manager, Veronica Cuate, to be the Primary Contact Person on application. (Audio Reference 34m:20s)
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.I.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Approval to pay the fee for application of $1,250.00, with authority for County Treasurer to review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (Audio Reference 35m:03s)
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 14.I.1.B.
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 14.I.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Approval to pay the fee for application of $1,250.00, with authority for County Treasurer to review, audit, and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (Audio Reference 35m:03s)
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 14.I.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
15.
Emergency Management:
A.
AI-96426
Discussion, consideration, and approval to pay overtime hours physically worked by County employees deployed to State assigned mutual aid missions in accordance with the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and the Hidalgo County Personnel Manual. (Audio Reference 36m:06s)
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 15.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 15.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
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Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-96543
Presentation of 2025 Statement of Estimated Available Resources. (Audio Reference 37m:47s)
Letty Chavez, with the Auditor's Office, presented the 2025 Statement of Estimated Available Resources. Ms. Chavez stated that the General Fund Unassigned Balance is $105,565,593.00 dollars and that the estimated revenue for the 2025 general fund, excluding property taxes, is $34,424,620.00 dollars. Furthermore, Ms. Chavez added that the estimated revenue for the year 2025, including property taxes, is $316,059,027.00 dollars.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 16.A.
Letty Chavez, with the Auditor's Office, presented the 2025 Statement of Estimated Available Resources. Ms. Chavez stated that the General Fund Unassigned Balance is $105,565,593.00 dollars and that the estimated revenue for the 2025 general fund, excluding property taxes, is $34,424,620.00 dollars. Furthermore, Ms. Chavez added that the estimated revenue for the year 2025, including property taxes, is $316,059,027.00 dollars.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 16.A.
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Planning Department:
A.
AI-96516
1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. San Joaquin Estates No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (C & N Farms, LLC.) (Mile 12 North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 135 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road and 9 internal streets are to be paved. (Audio Reference 42m:10s)
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 17.A.1.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Chestnut Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Diana Guzman) (F.M. 491 & Mile 4 North Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into F.M. 491 Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mercedes.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, (1) OSSF exists and (1) OSSF has been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, F.M. 491 is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $1,996.50 for (1 OSSF & Drainage Imps.) (Audio Reference 42m:28s)
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.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Lakehurst Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Sunni Jo Miller) (Mile 8 Road & Taylor Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single Family
Flood Zone: A & X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 8 Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF for Lot 3 is existing.Lots 1-2 have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 8 Road & Taylor Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 42m:42s)
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.2.b.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Posz Estates Subdivision- Pct. 2 (Rebecca A. Posz) (Eldora Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Eldora Roadside ditch discharging onto an existing graded inlet.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, (1) OSSF is existing and (2) OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 42m:53s)
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.2.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
d. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 27 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (PDP Mile 4, Ltd.) (Mile 19 North Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 17 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Kenyon Road and Mile 19 North Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 19 North Road and Kenyon Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $9,800.00 for (2 Fire hydrants and Irrigation Improvements) (Audio Reference 43m:03s)
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.2.d.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
e. Highland Manor Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DASC Inv., LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 19 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by the storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 ½ West Road and 1 internal street are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $38,250.00 for (3 Fire hydrants and 19 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 43m:15s)
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.e.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
f. Uri Estates No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (TJ & CJ Land, Ltd.) (Gwin Road & Ingle Road)
No. of Lots: 22 Single Family
Flood Zone: X & AE
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Gwin Road and Ingle Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and Gwin Road has been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $10,950.00 for (3 Fire hydrants) (Audio Reference 43m:27s)
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.2.f.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
g. Villas San Miguel Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Juan A. San Miguel) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 30 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:9
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by a storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 ½ West Road is paved and 4 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $45,000.00 for (30 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 43m:37s)
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.2.g.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
h. Ebony Winds Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Ebony Winds, LLC.) (Mile 22 ½ North Road & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 103 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:25
Filling Stations:16
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by a storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 22 ½ North Road is paved and 5 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $55,895.00 for (Fire hydrants, street sign & regraded roadside ditch) (Audio Reference 43m:47s)
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.2.h.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Final Approval
a. Trenton Ranch Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Cayetano Development, LLC.) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Trenton Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved. (Audio Reference 43m:57s)
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.3.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
a. San Joaquin Estates No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (C & N Farms, LLC.) (Mile 12 North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 135 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:16
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Mile 12 North Road and 9 internal streets are to be paved. (Audio Reference 42m:10s)
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 17.A.1.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Chestnut Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Diana Guzman) (F.M. 491 & Mile 4 North Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into F.M. 491 Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mercedes.
Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, (1) OSSF exists and (1) OSSF has been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, F.M. 491 is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $1,996.50 for (1 OSSF & Drainage Imps.) (Audio Reference 42m:28s)
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.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
b. Lakehurst Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Sunni Jo Miller) (Mile 8 Road & Taylor Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single Family
Flood Zone: A & X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 8 Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF for Lot 3 is existing.Lots 1-2 have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 8 Road & Taylor Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 42m:42s)
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.2.b.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
c. Posz Estates Subdivision- Pct. 2 (Rebecca A. Posz) (Eldora Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Eldora Roadside ditch discharging onto an existing graded inlet.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, (1) OSSF is existing and (2) OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Eldora Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 42m:53s)
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.2.c.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
d. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 27 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (PDP Mile 4, Ltd.) (Mile 19 North Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 17 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: 2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Kenyon Road and Mile 19 North Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 19 North Road and Kenyon Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $9,800.00 for (2 Fire hydrants and Irrigation Improvements) (Audio Reference 43m:03s)
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.2.d.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
e. Highland Manor Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DASC Inv., LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 19 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by the storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 ½ West Road and 1 internal street are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $38,250.00 for (3 Fire hydrants and 19 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 43m:15s)
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.e.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
f. Uri Estates No. 3 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (TJ & CJ Land, Ltd.) (Gwin Road & Ingle Road)
No. of Lots: 22 Single Family
Flood Zone: X & AE
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Gwin Road and Ingle Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Ingle Road is paved and Gwin Road has been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $10,950.00 for (3 Fire hydrants) (Audio Reference 43m:27s)
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.2.f.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
g. Villas San Miguel Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Juan A. San Miguel) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 30 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:9
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by a storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 ½ West Road is paved and 4 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $45,000.00 for (30 OSSF’S) (Audio Reference 43m:37s)
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.2.g.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
h. Ebony Winds Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Ebony Winds, LLC.) (Mile 22 ½ North Road & Brushline Road)
No. of Lots: 103 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:25
Filling Stations:16
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by a storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 22 ½ North Road is paved and 5 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $55,895.00 for (Fire hydrants, street sign & regraded roadside ditch) (Audio Reference 43m:47s)
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.2.h.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
3. Final Approval
a. Trenton Ranch Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Cayetano Development, LLC.) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights: N/A
Filling Stations: N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Trenton Roadside ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved. (Audio Reference 43m:57s)
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.3.a.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
18.
Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
A.
AI-96427
Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of McAllen and the County of Hidalgo by and through Hidalgo County Precinct 1, to contribute funds to assist in the development of the project to construct the Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlan (CUE) in McAllen. (Audio Reference 44m:12s)
Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to request clarification on Agenda Items 18.A., 19.A., and 20.A. regarding the ICA and the amount each precinct would contribute. Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu stated that this was a county-wide project that would benefit children by creating a center for urban ecology. Commissioner Cantu added that each precinct has agreed to different amounts, from $125,000.00 to $250,000.00 dollars.
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 18.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to request clarification on Agenda Items 18.A., 19.A., and 20.A. regarding the ICA and the amount each precinct would contribute. Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu stated that this was a county-wide project that would benefit children by creating a center for urban ecology. Commissioner Cantu added that each precinct has agreed to different amounts, from $125,000.00 to $250,000.00 dollars.
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 18.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-96527
1. Requesting approval for Commissioner David L. Fuentes to sign a permit renewal application for the Precinct 1 air curtain incinerator for submission to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
2. Requesting approval to have the Environmental Health Manager be Commissioner Fuentes' Designated Authorized Representative to deal with TCEQ during the permit process. (Audio Reference 46m: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 items 18.B.1., and 18.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Requesting approval to have the Environmental Health Manager be Commissioner Fuentes' Designated Authorized Representative to deal with TCEQ during the permit process. (Audio Reference 46m: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 items 18.B.1., and 18.B.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-96566
Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase a tract of land known as Parcels No.71 & 39 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (RCSJ# 0921-02-355) with authority from the County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form. (Audio Reference 46m:52s)
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 18.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 18.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
19.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
A.
AI-96406
Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of McAllen and the County of Hidalgo by and through Hidalgo County Precinct 2 to contribute funds to assist in the development of the project to construct the Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlan (CUE) in McAllen. (Audio Reference 47m:12s)
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 19.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 19.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Attachments:
20.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
A.
AI-96385
Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of McAllen and the County of Hidalgo by and through Hidalgo County Precinct 4 to contribute funds to assist in the development of the project to construct the Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlan (CUE) in McAllen. (Audio Reference 47m:34s)
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 20.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 20.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B.
AI-96571
Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and Region I to assist and collaborate to provide adult education and literacy instructional services for the general community and their respective constituents at the San Carlos Endowment Center located in Precinct 4. (Audio Reference 48m: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 item 20.B.
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 20.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-96572
Acceptance and approval of the Project in accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, in connection to (ICA approved by CC 08/20/24)for the "Southeast Park" project located in Precinct 4. (Audio Reference 48m:27s)
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 20.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 20.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
21.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-96446
1. Submission and discussion of 2024 No New Revenue and Voter Approval tax rates.
2. Discussion of 2024 Planning Calendar.
3. Discussion of 2024 Tax Rates. (Audio Reference 48m:50s)
A public participation form was submitted by Fern McClaugherty for agenda item 21.A. Ms. McClaugherty came before the Court to ask for their consideration in lowering the tax rate to 0.5592.
Director of Budget & Management, Dagoberto Soto, discussed Agenda Items 21.A.1., through 21.A.3.
No action was taken on Agenda Items 21.A.1., through 21.A.3.
4. Record vote on proposed 2024 Tax Rate and schedule public hearing, if applicable. (Audio Reference 48m:50s)
Director of Budget & Management, Dagoberto Soto, stated that the staff recommendation is to maintain the same tax rate of 0.5750 as the previous year.
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 21.A.4., to maintain the same tax rate of 0.5750.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Pct. No. 1 Commissioner David Fuentes voted aye.
Pct. No. 2 Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu voted aye.
Pct. No. 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres voted aye.
The Court then proceeded with a vote of approval for the date scheduled for the public hearing that will take place on September 24, 2024, at 2:00 P.M.
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 21.A.4. to schedule the public hearing on September 24, at 2:00 P.M.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2. Discussion of 2024 Planning Calendar.
3. Discussion of 2024 Tax Rates. (Audio Reference 48m:50s)
A public participation form was submitted by Fern McClaugherty for agenda item 21.A. Ms. McClaugherty came before the Court to ask for their consideration in lowering the tax rate to 0.5592.
Director of Budget & Management, Dagoberto Soto, discussed Agenda Items 21.A.1., through 21.A.3.
No action was taken on Agenda Items 21.A.1., through 21.A.3.
4. Record vote on proposed 2024 Tax Rate and schedule public hearing, if applicable. (Audio Reference 48m:50s)
Director of Budget & Management, Dagoberto Soto, stated that the staff recommendation is to maintain the same tax rate of 0.5750 as the previous year.
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 21.A.4., to maintain the same tax rate of 0.5750.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
Pct. No. 1 Commissioner David Fuentes voted aye.
Pct. No. 2 Commissioner Eduardo "Eddie" Cantu voted aye.
Pct. No. 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres voted aye.
The Court then proceeded with a vote of approval for the date scheduled for the public hearing that will take place on September 24, 2024, at 2:00 P.M.
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 21.A.4. to schedule the public hearing on September 24, at 2:00 P.M.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
American Rescue Plan Act:
1.
AI-96552
Approval of budget amendments as per Exhibit A. (Audio Reference 56m: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 item 21.B.1.
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 21.B.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-96553
A. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the use of ARPA funds on the Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Assistance to the City of Mercedes Water Well Project (ARPA-24-121-367) and include under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Stormwater System Improvement Program.
B. Approval of the Interlocal Coopertion Agreement between the City of Mercedes and the County of Hidalgo, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the agreement.
C. Approval to update the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Stormwater System Improvement Program. (Audio Reference 56m: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 items 21.B.2.A., through 21.B.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Approval of the Interlocal Coopertion Agreement between the City of Mercedes and the County of Hidalgo, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the agreement.
C. Approval to update the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Stormwater System Improvement Program. (Audio Reference 56m: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 items 21.B.2.A., through 21.B.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-96556
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA funds for the Hidalgo County Facilities Improvements Project (ARPA-24-115-372). (Audio Reference 57m:12s)
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 21.B.3.
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 21.B.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
4.
AI-96578
Requesting approval of payment in the amount of $ 3,000,000.00 as per lease agreement with Willacy County Public Facility Corporation. (Audio Reference 57m:30s)
Public participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to inform the public that the lease agreement began on November 1, 2020, and it will be finalized in the year 2111.
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 21.B.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Public participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to inform the public that the lease agreement began on November 1, 2020, and it will be finalized in the year 2111.
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 21.B.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Budget Appropriations:
1.
AI-96487
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 58m: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 21.C.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 58m: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 21.C.1.
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.
Pct. 1
1.
AI-96482
Requesting approval to purchase two (2) 2024 Hino XL Dump Trucks through HC's membership with Buy Board Cooperative Purchasing (Contract No. 723-23), from Rush Truck Centers of Texas, LP, in the total amount of $341,091.67. (Audio Reference 59m:10s)
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 22.A.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 22.A.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
2.
AI-96547
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Donna concerning the development of the Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail ARPA Project # ARPA-21-121-037. (Audio Reference 59m:41s)
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.A.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code §791.014 discussion, consideration, and approval of the connecting link of Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail Project (running from Midway Road to the Donna Mail Irrigation Canal) through an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to be entered into with the City of Donna, and the County of Hidalgo. (Audio Reference 1h:00m:00s)
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.A.2.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 22.A.2.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code §791.014 discussion, consideration, and approval of the connecting link of Precinct 1 Hike and Bike Trail Project (running from Midway Road to the Donna Mail Irrigation Canal) through an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to be entered into with the City of Donna, and the County of Hidalgo. (Audio Reference 1h:00m:00s)
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.A.2.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
Pct. 2
1.
AI-96594
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:00m:22s)
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.B.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 Surveying Services"
(Audio Reference 1h:00m:36s)
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.B.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Surveying Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of S2 Engineering, PLLC., for "On-Call Professional Surveying Services" (Audio Reference 1h:00m:51s)
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.B.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.B.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 Surveying Services"
| Evaluated Firm | S2 Engineering, PLLC | R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC | CVQ Land Surveyors, LLC |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and scoring conducted by Pct. No. 2 | |||
(Audio Reference 1h:00m:36s)
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.B.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Surveying Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of S2 Engineering, PLLC., for "On-Call Professional Surveying Services" (Audio Reference 1h:00m:51s)
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.B.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
Pct. 3
1.
AI-96587
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:01m:08s)
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.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 Engineering Services for HSIP Projects."
(Audio Reference 1h:01m: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.C.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of KCI Technologies, for "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for HSIP Projects" located in Precinct No. 3. (Audio Reference 1h:01m:43s)
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.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.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 Engineering Services for HSIP Projects."
| Evaluated Firms | KCI Technologies | Consor Engineers, LLC | Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| TOTAL | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and scoring conducted by Pct. No. 3 | |||
(Audio Reference 1h:01m: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.C.1.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate an On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of KCI Technologies, for "On-Call Professional Engineering Services for HSIP Projects" located in Precinct No. 3. (Audio Reference 1h:01m:43s)
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.1.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-96580
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a personal or professional service; (Audio Reference 1h:02m:04s)
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.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 Engineering Services for "Western Hidalgo County Loop"
(Audio Reference 1h:02m: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 22.C.2.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of L&G Consulting Engineers, for "Western Hidalgo Loop" located in Precinct No. 3. (Audio Reference 1h:02m:33s)
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.C.2.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 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 Engineering Services for "Western Hidalgo County Loop"
| Evaluated Firms | TEDSI Infrastructure Group | L&G Consulting Engineers | SAMES, Inc. |
| Evaluator No. 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| RANK | |||
| *Evaluation and scoring conducted by Precinct No. 3 | |||
(Audio Reference 1h:02m: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 22.C.2.B., as ranked.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of L&G Consulting Engineers, for "Western Hidalgo Loop" located in Precinct No. 3. (Audio Reference 1h:02m:33s)
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.C.2.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-96514
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Professional Engineering Services' final negotiated agreement (C-24-0065-09-03) with SAMES Inc., for the "Professional Engineering Services for Construction Management, Materials Testing, and Inspection for the Liberty Blvd. Project (US 83 to Mile 3 Rd.)", as ranked & approved by CC (08/06/24 AI-96092); subject to legal approval. (Audio Reference 1h:02m:53s)
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.C.3.A., subject to legal approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, with an estimated cost of $1,128,341.04, as submitted by SAMES Inc., of firms submitted responses to HC (project specific RFQ/P No. 24-0065-07-17-10) Professional Engineering Services for Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Liberty Blvd. Project (US 83 to Mile 3 Rd.). (Audio Reference 1h:03m:14s)
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.C.3.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Services Agreement with SAMES Inc., requesting authority to engage subcontractor Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. (Audio Reference 1h:03m:36s)
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.C.3.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 22.C.3.A., subject to legal approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, with an estimated cost of $1,128,341.04, as submitted by SAMES Inc., of firms submitted responses to HC (project specific RFQ/P No. 24-0065-07-17-10) Professional Engineering Services for Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Liberty Blvd. Project (US 83 to Mile 3 Rd.). (Audio Reference 1h:03m:14s)
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.C.3.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
C. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Services Agreement with SAMES Inc., requesting authority to engage subcontractor Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. (Audio Reference 1h:03m:36s)
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.C.3.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Pct. 4
1.
AI-96595
A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 2 for the Precinct No. 4 Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-22-0698-01-01) between HC and GDJ Engineering, LLC, to amend the scope and fee proposal to include Construction Material Services in the amount of $4,509.00. (Audio Reference 1h:03m: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 22.D.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Service Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC requesting authority to engage subcontractor, Raba Kistner, Inc. (Audio Reference 1h:04m:13s)
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.D.1.B.
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.D.1.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Service Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC requesting authority to engage subcontractor, Raba Kistner, Inc. (Audio Reference 1h:04m:13s)
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.D.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-96564
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc., for Playground Equipment for JR Milo Ponce Park Improvements Project (21-0939), as recommended by the project Engineer HCDD1. (Audio Reference 1h:04m:25s)
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.D.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.D.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
3.
AI-96511
A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2, with an estimated cost of $132,142.00 as submitted by RO Engineering, PLLC, through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Buildings, Renovations and Alterations (C-23-0493-01-09), to provide engineering services for the "Professional Engineering Services for Caledonia Estates Subdivision "project. (Audio Reference 1h:04m:47s)
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.D.3.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
(Audio Reference 1h:05m:15s)
Judge Cortez requested a motion to recess the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting to proceed to the Workshop meeting.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval to recess the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting and proceeded to the Workshop meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to recess the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting and proceeded to the Workshop meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Workshop meeting. (Audio Reference 1h:05m:20s)
(Audio Reference 1h:18m:16s)
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval to reconvene the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to reconvene the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Services Agreement with RO Engineering, PLLC requesting authority to engage subcontractor, H L Construction. (Audio Reference 1h:18m: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 22.D.3.B.
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.D.3.A.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
(Audio Reference 1h:05m:15s)
Judge Cortez requested a motion to recess the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting to proceed to the Workshop meeting.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval to recess the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting and proceeded to the Workshop meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to recess the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting and proceeded to the Workshop meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Workshop meeting. (Audio Reference 1h:05m:20s)
(Audio Reference 1h:18m:16s)
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval to reconvene the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to reconvene the Regular Commissioner's Court meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the Professional Services Agreement with RO Engineering, PLLC requesting authority to engage subcontractor, H L Construction. (Audio Reference 1h:18m: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 22.D.3.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
4.
AI-96537
A. Requesting approval of the final negotiated AIA Document (B-101-2017) Standard Form of Agreement between Hidalgo County and Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, in connection with the "Architectural Services - Hidalgo County Public Facilities Survey and Maintenance Services" project; subject to Legal final approval. (Audio Reference 1h:18m:44s)
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.4.A., subject to legal final approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 1.1.11 of the AIA Document (B-101-2017) Standard Form of Agreement with Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, requesting authority to engage subcontractors, Trinity MEP Engineering. (Audio Reference 1h:19m: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.D.4.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 22.D.4.A., subject to legal final approval.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
B. Pursuant to Article 1.1.11 of the AIA Document (B-101-2017) Standard Form of Agreement with Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, requesting authority to engage subcontractors, Trinity MEP Engineering. (Audio Reference 1h:19m: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.D.4.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Constables
1.
AI-96549
Constables Pct. 4:
Requesting approval to purchase two (2) 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles through HC's membership with Texas Smart Buy (Contract No. 070-M1), from Caldwell Country Chevrolet in the total amount of $101,890.00. (Audio Reference 1h:19m: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 22.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Requesting approval to purchase two (2) 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles through HC's membership with Texas Smart Buy (Contract No. 070-M1), from Caldwell Country Chevrolet in the total amount of $101,890.00. (Audio Reference 1h:19m: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 22.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
F.
Facilities Management
1.
AI-96518
Requesting approval to purchase two (2) Groundsmaster 7200 Mowers and additional equipment through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing (Contract No. 706-23), from Professional Turf Products, L.P., in the total amount of $61,286.19. (Audio Reference 1h:19m:42s)
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.F.1.
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.F.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
G.
Elections Department
1.
AI-96565
Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the "Renovation of the Elections Department Warehouse - (Jackson Creek)" project, submitted by Alamo Environmental, Inc. dba Alamo 1, as recommended by goERO International, LLC dba ERO Architects, project architect. (Audio Reference 1h:20m:05s)
Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to request information as to when the new courthouse will be open to the public. County Executive Officer Valde Guerra stated that the exact dates were still not available. Once the Court accepts the certificate of substantial completion, it will be coordinated with facilities management to begin the transition into the new courthouse building.
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Participant Fern McClaugherty came before the Court to request information as to when the new courthouse will be open to the public. County Executive Officer Valde Guerra stated that the exact dates were still not available. Once the Court accepts the certificate of substantial completion, it will be coordinated with facilities management to begin the transition into the new courthouse building.
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: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
2.
AI-96531
Requesting approval to purchase Mesh Security Carts and Shelves through HC's membership with Omnia Partners Cooperative (Contract No. 192163) from W.W. Grainger, Inc., in the total amount of $104,166.50. (Audio Reference 1h:21m: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 22.G.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 22.G.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
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:21m:40s)
No action was taken on Agenda Items 23.A.1., through 23.A.4.
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:21m:40s)
No action was taken on Agenda Items 23.A.1., through 23.A.4.
B.
AI-96494
Approval to accept settlement check from USAA Insurance Company in the amount of $13,562.00 to settle total loss auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office). (Audio Reference 1h:21m:51s)
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.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 23.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Attachments:
C.
AI-96503
Approval to accept settlement check from State Farm Insurance Company in the amount of $1,195.00 on behalf of HIDTA to settle auto claim accident. (HIDTA). (Audio Reference 1h:22m:07s)
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 23.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 23.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
24.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 1h:22m:20s)
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 did not proceed into Closed Session.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 24 - Closed Session.
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 did not proceed into Closed Session.
No action was taken on Agenda Item 24 - Closed Session.
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-96498
EEOC Charge. No. 451-2024-04204; F. Sanchez v. County
Reference Agenda Item 26.C., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.C., for action taken.
D.
AI-96495
Claim of Leonel Diaz
Reference Agenda Item 26.D., for action taken.
Reference Agenda Item 26.D., 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."
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ 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:22m:43s)
No action was taken for Agenda Items 25.A., nor 25.B.
B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ 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:22m:43s)
No action was taken for Agenda Items 25.A., nor 25.B.
26.
Open Session: (Audio Reference 1h:22m:50s)
Mr. Valde Guerra proceeded to review all the agenda items under open session.
Mr. Valde Guerra proceeded to review all the agenda items under open session.
A.
Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same. (Audio Reference 1h:22m:52s)
No action was taken for Agenda Item 26.A.
No action was taken for Agenda Item 26.A.
B.
Pending and/or potential litigation. (Audio Reference 1h:22m:55s)
No action was taken for Agenda Item 26.B.
No action was taken for Agenda Item 26.B.
C.
AI-96499
EEOC Charge. No. 451-2024-04204; F. Sanchez v. County. (Audio Reference 1h:23m:00s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested that the case be assigned to the civil division at the District Attorney's Office to defend the County's interests.
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.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra requested that the case be assigned to the civil division at the District Attorney's Office to defend the County's interests.
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.C.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
D.
AI-96496
Claim of Leonel Diaz. (Audio Reference 1h:23m:20s)
Mr. Valde Guerra requested settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $170.00 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.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra requested settlement authority to make an offer in the amount of $170.00 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.D.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
27.
Closed Session: (Audio Reference 1h:23m:31s)
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:23m:33s)
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:23m:37s)
Judge Richard F. Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 11:19 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Judge Richard F. Cortez adjourned the meeting with a vote of approval at 11:19 A.M.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to adjourn the meeting.
Vote: 4 - 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 3rd day of September, 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 September 3, 2024.
Signed this 4th day of September, 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 3rd day of September, 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 September 3, 2024.
Signed this 4th day of September, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy