SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 15, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 15th day of October A.D., 2024, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 2 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 4 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR CONSENT COMMISSIONERS COURT OCTOBER 15, 2024 10:00 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote. (Audio Reference 15:55)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1 & 2, 11.B.2, 14.C.2, and 14.E.1.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve all items of the Consent Agenda, with the exception of items 7.A.1 & 2, 11.B.2, 14.C.2, and 14.E.1.B.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1&2.
1.
AI-97081
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
Attachments:
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-97082
Presentation of Fund Information Report
Attachments:
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-97046
1. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
2. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
2. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
Attachments:
B.
AI-97058
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Carmen Avila Subdivision Phase IV- Pct. 4 (Carmen Avila Subdivision Phase 4 & 5 LLC)
(Carmen Avila Road & Cibolo Road) Reimbursement Request: $144,000.00 for (96 OSSF’S)
b. Alondra La Blanca Phase 2 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (TOKOS, LLC.)
(Pinto Road & Mesquite Lane) Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
c. The District North Weslaco Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.)
(Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
d. The District North Weslaco Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.)
(Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Carmen Avila Subdivision Phase IV- Pct. 4 (Carmen Avila Subdivision Phase 4 & 5 LLC)
(Carmen Avila Road & Cibolo Road) Reimbursement Request: $144,000.00 for (96 OSSF’S)
b. Alondra La Blanca Phase 2 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (TOKOS, LLC.)
(Pinto Road & Mesquite Lane) Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
c. The District North Weslaco Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.)
(Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
d. The District North Weslaco Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.)
(Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
4.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-96952
DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924307 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924307 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Attachments:
5.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-96968
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2024 September
Attachments:
B.
AI-96967
District Clerk Fee report for the month of September 2024 $372,128.25
Attachments:
6.
Executive Office:
A.
AI-96998
Request by Angels of Love for the use of county facility in Pct. 1 to hold event on November 19 from 5-8 pm
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-96956
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $787,537.80 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 09/19/2024 to 09/25/2024.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. (Audio Reference 16:21)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner David Fuentes would be abstaining from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 & 2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 7.A. 1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 11.B.2.
| 09/19/2024 - 09/25/2024 | $787,537.80 |
| TOTAL | $787,537.80 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. (Audio Reference 16:21)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated for the record that Commissioner David Fuentes would be abstaining from any discussion and/or action regarding Consent Agenda items 7.A.1 & 2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve items 7.A. 1 & 2.
Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 11.B.2.
Attachments:
B.
AI-96927
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 09/16/2024 - 09/30/2024 in the amount of $80,852.10 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 09/16/2024 - 09/30/2024 in the amount of $80,852.10 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-97057
Human Resources:
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $400.00 to the Wranglin' The Wild West With Texas Prima for Efrain Barajas, Division Manager I, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues in the amount of $400.00 to the Wranglin' The Wild West With Texas Prima for Efrain Barajas, Division Manager I, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-97061
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $2,445.00 (Requisition #00503943), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $2,445.00 (Requisition #00503943), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
C.
AI-96971
Emergency Management:
Approval to submit the 2024-2025 Membership Dues (requisition #503282) for Emergency Management Coordinator Ricardo Saldaña to the Texas Fire Marshal’s Association for the amount of $50.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures have been completed.
Approval to submit the 2024-2025 Membership Dues (requisition #503282) for Emergency Management Coordinator Ricardo Saldaña to the Texas Fire Marshal’s Association for the amount of $50.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after auditing procedures have been completed.
Attachments:
D.
AI-97030
Elections:
Requesting approval to pay the Texas Association of County Election Officials 2025 Membership fees in the amount of $550.00. This includes $150.00 for Hilda Salinas, Elections Administrator, and $100.00 each for Melissa Alvarez, Assistant Director, Belinda Sagredo, Division Manager I, Eberto Gauna, Division Manager II,and Josue Martinez, Coordinator III; with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay the Texas Association of County Election Officials 2025 Membership fees in the amount of $550.00. This includes $150.00 for Hilda Salinas, Elections Administrator, and $100.00 each for Melissa Alvarez, Assistant Director, Belinda Sagredo, Division Manager I, Eberto Gauna, Division Manager II,and Josue Martinez, Coordinator III; with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-96976
DBM:
Requesting approval to pay membership renewal dues to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Dagoberto Soto Jr., with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req# 503721
Requesting approval to pay membership renewal dues to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Dagoberto Soto Jr., with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Req# 503721
Attachments:
F.
AI-96940
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay yearly membership renewal for Texas Fire Marshal's Association in the amount of $50.00 for Senior Deputy Fire Marshal Oscar Lopez from present until December 31, 2025 with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay yearly membership renewal for Texas Fire Marshal's Association in the amount of $50.00 for Senior Deputy Fire Marshal Oscar Lopez from present until December 31, 2025 with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
9.
Urban County:
A.
AI-96991
Requesting approval to purchase supplies from Abbott Laboratories, a sole source provider for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $2,297.38.
B.
AI-96957
Requesting approval of three (3) applicants within the Hidalgo County jurisdiction one (1) applicant in the City of Mercedes, and one (1) applicant in the City of Elsa under the HOME Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program.
Attachments:
C.
AI-96958
Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application required by vendor, Nikon Instruments Inc. to set-up account and procure equipment and authorize Urban County Program Director to sign the credit application.
Attachments:
10.
IT Department:
A.
AI-96915
Requesting approval to purchase Internet and Ethernet services through HC's membership with TIPS (Coop Contract No. 230105), from SmartCom Telephone LLC, for the following locations.
| Line Item | Service Description | Term | Service Location | Monthly Recurring Cost |
| 1. | Metro-E Data Transport 1Gbps X 1Gbps (Ethernet) | 60 months | 101 S. 10th St., Edinburg, TX 78539 | $449.00 |
| 2. | 5 X 5 Gbps Fiber Internet & Aggregation port | 60 months | 100 E.Cano St., 4th floor, Edinburg, TX 78539 | $2,948.00 |
| 3. | Metro-E Data Transport 1Gbps X 1Gbps (Ethernet) | 60 months | 7517 N. Expressway 281, Edinburg, TX 78542 | $449.00 |
| 4. | Metro-E Data Transport 1Gbps X 1Gbps (Ethernet) | 60 months | 3509 E. Main St., Alton, TX 78573 | $449.00 |
| 5. | Metro-E Data Transport 1Gbps X 1Gbps (Ethernet) | 60 months | 3503 W. Mile 5, Alton, TX 78574 | $449.00 |
Attachments:
11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-96929
Presentation of Non-Agenda Transfers Report and approval of electronic transfers for the period of July 1 to September 30, 2024
Attachments:
B.
Interfund transfers:
1.
AI-97087
Constable Pct. 3 STOP Truancy (1285):
Approval of interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out Grants Level 5 (subfunc. 01) to Transfers In/Out Grants Lvl 5 Stop Truancy La Joya (subfunc. 21) in the amount of $43,444.94 to fund county's cash match portion in relation to the Interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 and La Joya ISD for FY 2025.
Approval of interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out Grants Level 5 (subfunc. 01) to Transfers In/Out Grants Lvl 5 Stop Truancy La Joya (subfunc. 21) in the amount of $43,444.94 to fund county's cash match portion in relation to the Interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3 and La Joya ISD for FY 2025.
Attachments:
2.
AI-97086
Constable Pct. 3 Irrigation Districts (1285):
Approval of 2024 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out (prog. 005, FY 5) to Transfers In/Out (prog. 020, FY 5) in the amount of $20,000.00 to properly allocate the cash match funds required for the FY 2025 interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3, Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 6, United Irrigation District, and Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 16. (Audio Reference 16:41)
NO ACTION was taken on this item.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 14.C.2.
Approval of 2024 interfund transfer from Transfers In/Out (prog. 005, FY 5) to Transfers In/Out (prog. 020, FY 5) in the amount of $20,000.00 to properly allocate the cash match funds required for the FY 2025 interlocal agreement between Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 3, Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 6, United Irrigation District, and Hidalgo Co. Irrigation District No. 16. (Audio Reference 16:41)
NO ACTION was taken on this item.
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 14.C.2.
Attachments:
3.
AI-97072
Sheriff's Office FY24 SB224 Catalytic Converter Grant (1284):
Approval of interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (1100) to FY24 SB224 Catalytic Converter Grant (1284) in the amount of $9,960.00 to fund the County's cost-share obligation in order to effectuate grant activities.
Approval of interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (1100) to FY24 SB224 Catalytic Converter Grant (1284) in the amount of $9,960.00 to fund the County's cost-share obligation in order to effectuate grant activities.
Attachments:
4.
AI-97050
TxDOT - Pct 2 -Nolana Loop Road Project (1315):
Approval of 2024 inter-fund transfer from CO 2023-Pct 2 Animal Control Facility Project (Fund 1359) to TxDOT-Pct 2 Nolana Loop Road Project (Fund 1315) in the amount of $2,253,422.98 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2024 inter-fund transfer from CO 2023-Pct 2 Animal Control Facility Project (Fund 1359) to TxDOT-Pct 2 Nolana Loop Road Project (Fund 1315) in the amount of $2,253,422.98 to fund project expenditures.
12.
Pct. #3:
A.
AI-96924
Requesting approval to process the following invoices as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC and ERO Architects for services in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC (ARPA-22-123-075).
| Invoice No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| Application #7 | 8-30-2024 | 875396 | $169,244.29 |
| 2024-237 | 9-27-2024 | 863852 | $3,720.50 |
Attachments:
13.
Pct. #4:
A.
AI-96990
Requesting approval of placing signs bearing the message "No Parking" along county-owned Right of Way on Tex Mex Road along and between Sharp Road to Val Verde Road (FM 1423).
Attachments:
14.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-96983
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with 8/A Builders, LLC for "Brush and Vegetative Debris Removal Service" (C-23-0200E-12-12) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96913
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with TFR Enterprises Inc. for "Brush and Vegetative Debris Removal Service" (C-23-0200A-12-12) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-96914
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Aftermath Disaster Recovery Inc. for "Brush and Vegetative Debris Removal Services" (C-23-0200B-12-12) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
4.
AI-96937
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with DRC Emergency Services, LLC for "Brush and Vegetative Debris Removal Service" (C-23-0200D-12-12) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-97034
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct. 1 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Amount | Purchase Order No. |
| Mile 6 WA #2 (M14½-SH107) | 09/30/2024 | 11329865 | $7,000.00 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #6 (M11-M14½) | 09/30/2024 | 11329866 | $27,312.33 | 882106 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 09/30/2024 | 11329872 | $25,497.60 | 860539 |
| Mile 10 WA#3 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 09/30/2024 | 11329876 | $87,260.00 | 886545 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 09/30/2024 | 11329871 | $7,346.10 | 868315 |
| Mile 1 E WA#2 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 09/30/2024 | 11329879 | $279,583.76 | 886869 |
| Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM 493 to FM 88) | 09/30/2024 | 11329878 | $62,395.53 | 873385 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-97045
Requesting approval to pay Invoice No. 2410-007 by Herrcon, LLC in the amount of $165,387.69 for services rendered in connection with the Sunrise Hill Park Improvements in Precinct No. 1
Attachments:
3.
AI-97064
Requesting approval to process payment for Invoice No. 10101 in the amount of $5,976.18 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Hike & Bike Trail Project with WA #2
Attachments:
4.
AI-97065
Requesting approval to process payment for Invoice No. 10100 in the amount of $36,926.40 as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Wellness, Activity & Community Center with WA #1 (ARPA-24-121-358).
Attachments:
5.
AI-97032
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, SKO Elite Repair, LLC, through HC's membership with TIPS (JOC Contract No. 24010402), for the "[ARPA-24-121-362] - Sunrise Hill Park Playground Fencing", in the amount of $21,270.38; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
Attachments:
6.
AI-96977
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 from L&G Engineering for professional engineering services for Mile 10 from Mile 6 to FM1015 Project to extend the termination date of the agreement.
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-96996
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services provided for Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date |
Invoice # |
Amount | PO# |
| Stormwater Management Project ARPA-21-122-017 | 10/07/24 | 20439 | $18,309.15 | 841458 |
| Las Milpas Road Project (WA#2) | 10/07/24 | 20440 | $3,343.87 | 856176 |
| Hidalgo County Health Clinic Improvement Project (WA#1) ARPA-22-340-088 | 10/07/24 | 20441 | $16,132.79 | 878531 |
2.
AI-96928
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice No. 2024-201 in the amount of $1,306.75 submitted by GDJ Engineering for engineering services rendered under Contract (C-21-0554-08-10 WA#1) for the Pct. 2 Administration Complex Parking Lot Improvement Project. (Audio Reference 16:47)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 14.C.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve item 14.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 14.E.1.B.
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 14.C.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve item 14.C.2.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 14.E.1.B.
Attachments:
3.
AI-96966
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 09/30/24 | 11329867 | $16,798.00 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 09/30/24 | 11329868 | $2,200.00 | 853337 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv. Prj. (WA#3) | 09/30/24 | 11329882 | $2,080.62 | 862757 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#2) | 09/30/24 | 11329883 | $45,083.29 | 796794 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 09/30/24 | 11329884 | $15,189.70 | 795673 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-96982
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 21 in the amount of $166,232.37 for Pct. 2 Las Milpas Road Project submitted by the contractor, George Olivares, dba Go Underground, LLC (Contract C-22-0094-09-06) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
Attachments:
5.
AI-96961
Requesting ratification of Supplemental Agreement No. 1, approved on CC 09/24/2024 (AI-96803), as it has been revised to reflect the correct contract title.
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-96960
Requesting approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) from Brownstone Consultants for professional services for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC ARPA Project # ARPA-22-123-075.
| Invoice No. | Invoice Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 4203751 | 10-01-2024 | 861908 | $5,776.26 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-97018
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 41 in the amount $201,581.01 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23) as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering.
Attachments:
3.
AI-97038
Requesting approval to process the following payment application as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC for services in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC (ARPA-22-123-075);
| Application No. | Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 8 | 09-30-2024 | 875396 | $28,796.04 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-96930
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.;
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329875 | 9-30-24 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $13,100.00 |
| 11329860 | 9-30-24 | Mile 3 WA #2 | 720579 | $1,791.30 |
| 11329885 | 9-30-24 | Mile 3 WA #6 | 784305 & 868314 | $6,000.00 |
| 11329869 | 9-30-24 | Veterans Blvd. WA #3 | 772041 & 868501 | $900.00 |
| 11329877 | 9-30-24 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA #1 | 873046 | $53,232.64 |
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-97071
A. Acceptance and approval of ARPA project invoices for processing and payment listed below;
B. Acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment;
(Audio Reference 16:47)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 14.E.1.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve item 14.E.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | ARPA Project Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 09/27/2024 | North Main Drain III Phase II | Raba Kistner | R033439 | 22-124-096 | 869938 | $797.50 |
| 10/01/2024 | Bentsen SW Project | RDH Site | Final | 22-124-094 | 869789 | $46,837.44 |
| 09/30/2024 | Bentsen SW Project | RDH Site | 4 | 22-124-094 | 869789 | $66,643.10 |
| 09/25/2024 | Tex Mex Rd Project | Raba Kistner | R033421 | 22-124-047 | 874707 | $1,171.50 |
B. Acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment;
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 10/01/2024 | Precinct 4 CRC | Brownstone | 1059 | 884786 | $9,084.45 |
| 09/30/2024 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 11329874 | 868045 | $1,080.00 |
| 09/30/2024 | Mile 5 Project WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 11329861 | 808447 | $411.81 |
| 09/30/2024 | FM1925 WA#4 | L&G Engineering | 11329859 | 864922 | $8,100.00 |
| 10/01/2024 | Russell Rd Realignment | GDJ Engineering | 2024-211 | 867303 | $5,433.20 |
| 09/25/2024 | Davis & Brushline Beacon Light | The Levy Company | 2 | 878372 | $29,615.00 |
| 10/03/2024 | HSIP | CobbFendley | 338116 | 880981 | $8,103.70 |
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Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 14.E.1.B.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve item 14.E.1.B.
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
Attachments:
2.
AI-97077
Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project payment application listed below for processing and payment;
| Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | ARPA Project Number | Payment Application Number | P.O. Number | Total Amount |
| 09/16/2024 | NMD III Phase I | The 5125 Company | 22-124-095 | 4 | 869057 | $133,807.58 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-97049
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 3 in the amount not to exceed $33,840.00, as submitted by RO Engineering, PLLC., through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-23-0493-01-09) to provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services required for Administration I Building Expansion project.
F.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-96988
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
| Vendor Name | Tasks | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 09/30/2024 | 11329863 | $12,599.76 | 874949 |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | Supplemental #4 to WA1 - Cat 7 Projects& UTP Eval. Forms (3rd Qtr.) |
09/30/2024 | 11329863 | $8,163.04 | 858581 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96920
Requesting approval to terminate the software service agreement between HC and The Library Corporation (C-12-044-01-17) for "Library Solution Integrated Software Package".
Attachments:
G.
Budget & Management:
1.
AI-96997
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Usio Output Solutions, Inc. for "Printing and Mailing of Post Cards" (C-22-0524-11-29) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96935
Requesting approval to terminate the service agreement between HC and ClearGov Inc. (C-21-0527-06-15) for "ClearGov Subscription Services".
Attachments:
H.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-97009
Requesting approval to enter into seventy-eight (78) sixty (60) month lease agreements through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 240502), from Enterprise Fleet Management, for a total estimated monthly lease payment of $69,565.50 with authority for HC Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Quantity | Year | Make | Model | Total Monthly Payment | Status |
| 1 | 2025 | Chevrolet | Silverado 3500HD | $1,225.24 | On Order |
| 4 | 2025 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500HD 4x4 8ft box | $4,019.76 | On Order |
| 24 | 2025 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 4x4 6.6ft box | $22,618.32 | On Order |
| 5 | 2025 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 4x2 8ft box | $3,655.40 | On Order |
| 4 | 2025 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 4x2 6.6ft box | $3,542.64 | On Order |
| 4 | 2025 | Chevrolet | Silverado 2500HD 4x4 8ft box | $4,695.88 | On Order |
| 29 | 2025 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 4x2 6.6ft box | $24,105.96 | On Order |
| 3 | 2024 | Ford | Escape | $1,728.21 | In-Stock |
| 1 | 2024 | Chevrolet | Traverse | $797.10 | In-Stock |
| 1 | 2024 | Ford | F-150 | $959.21 | In-Stock |
| 1 | 2024 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 4x2 5.75ft box | $821.72 | In-Stock |
| 1 | 2024 | Chevrolet | Suburban | $1,396.06 | In-Stock |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96953
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Galls, LLC for "Purchase of Uniforms and Accessories for Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Agencies" (C-21-149-11-02) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-96969
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Pavement Markings, Inc. for “Striping of County Roads, Parking Lots & Misc. Buildings” (C-23-0272-10-17) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
4.
AI-97047
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Ygriega Environmental Services, LLC for "Turnkey Water Extraction and Related Services" (C-23-0209B-12-12) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
I.
District Attorney:
1.
AI-96949
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year subscription agreement for Asset Management Program with Grokability, Inc. in the total amount of $999.99
Attachments:
J.
District Clerk:
1.
AI-96912
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove the assets from Hidalgo County District Clerk inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
K.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-97062
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "[ARPA-24-115-356] Hidalgo County Remote Operations Centers", with the authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96974
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Construction for the [ARPA-22-110-078] Emergency Management Facility", with the authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
3.
AI-97035
Requesting approval to award additional peer review professional service to WGI, Inc. for the "(ARPA-22-110-078) Emergency Management Facility Project", with a total amount of $8,650.00; with the authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
Attachments:
L.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-96964
Requesting approval to submit an Annual Membership Application with Electric Reliability Council of Texas Inc. (ERCOT) for the 2025 Hidalgo County membership in the amount of $100.00 with authority for the HC Facilities Management Director or the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
M.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-97073
Requesting approval to process the following invoices for professional engineering services as submitted by Chanin Engineering, LLC in connection with the electronic LED marquees and pulmonary clinic canopies.
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 882195 | 24189-1 | 09/05/2024 | $13,156.50 |
| 882195 | 24190-1 | 09/18/2024 | $11,185.00 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96979
Requesting approval to process the following payment applications as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC for construction services in connection with the El Paraiso Health Clinic:
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 874037 | 07 | 08/30/2024 | $220,835.77 |
| 874037 | 08 | 09/30/2024 | $38,764.64 |
3.
AI-96973
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by Brownstone Consultants for construction project management services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Health Clinic Project.
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 1 | 853570 | 4203754 | 10/01/2024 | $8,568.38 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-96975
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by ERO Architects for architectural services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Project.
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 853720 | 2024-236 | 09/27/2024 | $2,296.87 |
Attachments:
5.
AI-96778
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with H-E-B Rxtra Advantage for "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" (C-23-0214-08-22) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
6.
AI-96890
Requesting declaration of public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art. 3, Sec 52 for the purpose of outreach items in support of the Vaccination Capacity program, as per attached in Purchase Requisition No. 503009.
Attachments:
N.
IT Department:
1.
AI-96962
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to a service contract between HC and Tyler Technologies, Inc. (C-22-0496-09-27) for "License and Services Agreement" to remove software services, replace Invoicing and Payment Policy, and to include additional travel expenses in the total amount of $31,030.00 for the ARPA Project # ARPA-22-200-124.
Attachments:
O.
Juvenile Probation:
1.
AI-96948
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program Services" (RFP 24-0361) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
P.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-96972
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove the assets from Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A1, A2, and A3" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96951
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Rhyan Technology Services, LLC for "License, Customization, Implementation and Support Agreement" (C-23-0367-12-19) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
Q.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-96936
Requesting approval to purchase a JetScan Currency Scanner and to enter into a five (5) month "Preventative Maintenance Inspection Agreement" between HC Tax Office and sole source vendor, Cummins Allison Corporation in the total amount of $2,696.52
Attachments:
R.
WIC:
1.
AI-97088
Requesting authority to enter into a thirty-six (36) month service agreement for waste management services with BFI Waste Services of Texas, LP dba Republic Services of Rio Grande Valley with an automatic thirty-six (36) month renewal in the total amount of $97.39 per month.
Attachments:
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 21st day of October, 2024
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Priscilla Torres, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on October 15, 2024.
Signed this 21st day of October 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 21st day of October, 2024
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Priscilla Torres, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on October 15, 2024.
Signed this 21st day of October 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Priscilla Torres, Deputy