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Minutes for CC CONSENT AGENDA SPECIAL MTG

SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 12, 2024

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 12th day of November 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:
    
AGENDA
CC REGULAR CONSENT
COMMISSIONERS COURT
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
10:00 A.M.
                                          

NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:


NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA

 

The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote.  (Audio Reference 20m:19s)

County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1., 7.A.2., and 11.E.2., for further discussion.

The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda Items.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of the Consent Agenda, except Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1., 7.A.2., and 11.E.2.

Vote: 5 - 0 -Unanimously 

The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 7.A.1. (Audio Reference 28m:40s)

 
1.
AI-97314
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.)
 
2.
 
Auditor's Office:
 
A.
AI-97315
Presentation of Fund Information Report
 
B.
AI-97285
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Mission 2023-2024 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $4,521,514.19 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Mission, Hidalgo County, and the Tax Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Mission.
 
C.
AI-97141
Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters.
Attachments:
 
D.
AI-97142
Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports.
Attachments:
 
3.
 
2024 Intradepartmental transfers:
 
A.
AI-97212
2024 - Adult Probation MDWI Court Grant (1289)
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-97213
2024 - Adult Probation Youthful Offender Court Grant (1289)
Attachments:
 
C.
AI-97309
2024 - Adult Probation (1289) Youthful Offender Court Grant
Attachments:
 
4.
 
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-97358
1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)

2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
 
5.
 
County Treasurer:
 
A.
AI-97379
Hidalgo County 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report
Attachments:
 
6.
 
Monthly Fee Reports:
 
A.
AI-97360
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2024 October
Attachments:
 
7.
 
Human Resources:
 
A.
AI-97362
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,636,827.93 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 10/17/2024 to 10/31/2024:
10/17/2024 - 10/23/2024 $770,449.91
10/24/2024 - 10/30/2024 $858,826.83
10/31/2024 $7,551.19
Total $1,636.827.93
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.

(Audio Reference 28m:41s)

Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.

The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1., and 7.A.2.

Vote: 4 - 0 -Unanimously 

The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 11.E.2. (Audio Reference 29m:02s)
 
B.
AI-97281
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 10/16/2024 - 10/31/2024 in the amount of $63,713.36 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
 
8.
 
Health & Human Services:
 
A.
AI-97344
Acknowledgment of the request made by the City of San Juan, Texas, for the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department to conduct Food Establishment Inspections within its municipal jurisdiction and execution of the same in accordance with chapter 437 of the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department Environmental Health Division Rules for Regulation of Food Establishments in the Unincorporated Areas of Hidalgo County.
 
9.
 
Membership Dues/Certifications:
 
A.
AI-97374
Planning Department:
Requesting approval to pay two (2) TFMA/CFM Memberships for Certified Floodplain Manager for Anthony Uresti and Fernando Garza payable to TFMA in the total amount of $570.00 for both applicants with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor 
 
B.
AI-97365
Planning Department:
Requesting approval to renew one (1) 2025 TFMA/CFM Membership for (Certified Floodplain Manager) Member: Cynthia Hernandez in the amount of $100.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
 
C.
AI-97272
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay for Advanced Fire Marshal Certification application for Eric L. Sanchez in the amount of $85.00 payable to the Texas Commission on Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. 
Attachments:
 
D.
AI-97296
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) annual membership services in the amount of $225.00 for Marshal Homero Garza with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
 
E.
AI-97262
CRIM DA (1100):
Requesting approval to pay the State Bar of Texas membership dues for Assistant District Attorneys employed at the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office in the amount of $98.00/each (REQs: 504985, 504986 & 504988), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
 
10.
 
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-97409
Various Departments (1100 / 1282 / 1290):
Approval of the following change in funding sources as listed on "Exhibit A".
 
B.
AI-97257
Various Departments (1100 /  1200 / 1281 / 1290):
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Classification and Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2025:
FROM TO
Action Dept/Prg. Slot Position Title G/S Budgeted Salary G/S Proposed Salary Effective Date
Budget Adjustment (Lateral) 121-005 0012 Community Resource Center Coordinator 09/01 $39,833.00 09/02 $41,227.00 10/28/2024
Budget Adjustment (Demotion) 080-017 0020 Court Advocate 08/01 $36,882.00 08/05 $42,323.00 11/04/2024
Budget Adjustment (Demotion) 330-001 7021 Clerk I 01/08 $27,040.00 01/10 $28,966.00 11/04/2024
Budget Adjustment (Lateral) 115-215 0003 Licensed Vocational Nurse II 11/01 $46,462.00 11/02 $48,088.00 11/11/2024
Attachments:
 
11.
 
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.
 
Hidalgo County:
 
1.
AI-97363
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to approve Morganti Texas, Inc. Payment Application No. 71, with authority for the County Treasure to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor and to issue a manual check if applicable. 
 
B.
 
Pct. #1:
 
1.
AI-97385
A. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Work Authorization No. 1 for the "Sunset Hill Park Pavilion Project" to include sub-consultant MEP Engineering services in the amount of $9,000.00
B. Pursuant to Article 14 of the agreement (C-22-0013-03-08), requesting authority for Chanin Engineering, LLC to engage subcontractor Trinity MEP Engineering, LLC.
 
C.
 
Pct. #2:
 
1.
AI-97388
Requesting the declaration of a public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art 3. Sec 52 for the purpose of purchasing materials, supplies, apparel, recognition items, and all other items deemed necessary for the Precinct 2 Strong Fit Program.
 
2.
AI-97349
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 22 in the amount of $60,730.42 for Pct. 2 Las Milpas Road Project (ARPA-22-122-109) submitted by the contractor, George Olivares, dba Go Underground, LLC (Contract C-22-0094-09-06) and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
 
3.
AI-97305
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct. 2 projects:
Project Name Invoice Date Invoice #      Amount  PO#
Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#2) 10/31/24 11329887 $9,045.44 796794
Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) 10/31/24 11329888 $22,127.96 795673
SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv. Prj. (WA#3) 10/31/24 11329889 $1,040.30 862757
Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) 10/31/24 11329901 $6,600.00 853336
 
4.
AI-97263
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice No. 20443 in the amount of $13,413.24 submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC to provide design, geo-technical, construction material testing, and construction phase services under Contract No. C-24-0150-05-28 (WA#1) for the McAllen Health Clinic Improvement Project. 
Attachments:
 
5.
AI-97395
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#
Las Milpas Road Project (WA#2) 11/08/24 20445 $3,343.86 856176
Recreational Trails Connectivity Project (WA#2) ARPA-21-122-040 11/08/24 20446 $78,974.22 861129
Attachments:
 
D.
 
Pct. #3:
 
1.
AI-97350
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the construction contract for "Liberty Blvd. Project (US83 to Mile 3 Rd.)" (C-24-0148-05-29-10) between HC and IOC Company, LLC to amend the liquidated damages rate from $500 per calendar day to $1,180.00 as specified in the solicitation packet. 
 
2.
AI-97370
Requesting approval of the following request for payment (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, Sames, Inc.
Payment No. Date Project Name PO No. Amount
1 09/25/2024 Liberty Blvd. (US 83 to Mile 3) 886756 $52,378.82
 
3.
AI-97313
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
11329890 10-31-2024 Mile 3 WA #6 784305 & 868314 $3,000.00
11329891 10-31-2024 Los Ebanos WA #1 873046 $52,420.80
11329894 10-31-2024 Liberty Rd. WA #2 700240 $900.00
11329895 10-31-2024 Liberty Rd. WA #6 868845 $13,100.00
11329902 10-31-2024 Liberty Rd. WA #4 735736 $2,700.00
 
4.
AI-97329
Requesting approval to process the following invoices as submitted by ERO Architects and Brownstone Consultants for services in connection with Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC (ARAP-22-123-075);
Invoice No. Date PO No. Amount
2024-261 10-31-2024 863852 $3,720.50
4212295 11-01-2024 861908 $5,909.45
 
5.
AI-97267
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 42 in the amount of $390,606.51 from REIM Construction Inc., for "Mile 3 N. Rd." (C-20-294-02-23) as certified for payment by project engineer B2Z Engineering, LLC.
 
E.
 
Pct. #4:
 
1.
AI-97382
1. Requesting authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court 10/15/2024 agenda item 97077, request for payment submitted by The 5125 Company Pay App 4 in the amount of $133,807.58 P.O. 869057.
2. Requesting acceptance and approval of payment for Pay App 4 submitted by The 5125 Company in the amount of $133,807.51; NMD III Phase I SW Project, P.O. 869057 dated 9/16/2024.
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-97383
Requesting acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment: 
 
Invoice Date Project Name Vendor Name P.O. Number Invoice Number Invoice Amount
11/01/2024 Precinct 4 CRC Brownstone 884786 1064 $9,084.45
11/01/2024 HSIP 2023 Call GDJ Engineering 885315 2024-222 $1,843.60
10/31/2024 FM1925 WA#3 L&G Engineering 868045 11329896 $1,080.00
10/31/2024 FM1925 WA#4 L&G Engineering 864922 11329897 $8,100.00
10/31/2024 Mile 5 WA#2  L&G Engineering 808447 11329898 $617.71

(Audio Reference 29m:03s)

Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding Agenda Item 11.E.2.
 
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for Agenda Item 11.E.2.

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 11.E.2.
                                                        
Vote: 4 - 0 – Unanimously

The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 5. (Audio Reference 29m:15s)
 
3.
AI-97390
Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project payment application listed below for processing and payment;
 
Invoice Date Project Name Vendor Name ARPA Project Number P.O. Number Payment Application Invoice Amount
11/07/2024 Tex-Mex SW Project Rene Guerra & Son Hauling 22-124-047 875786 6 $22,800.00
Attachments:
 
4.
AI-97377
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 5 in the amount not to exceed $15,240.00, 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 HC Facilities Management Workshop Warehouse. 
 
F.
 
Executive Office:
 
1.
AI-97310
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 10/31/2024 11329905 $12,599.76 874949
Attachments:
 
G.
 
Co. Wide:
 
1.
AI-97336
Requesting approval to enter into two (2), 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 $1,937.66 with authority for HC Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Quantity Year Make Model Total Monthly Payment Status
1 2024 Ford F-150 4X4 5.5 ft. box $968.83 In-Stock
1 2024 Ford F-150 4X4 6.5 ft. box $968.83 In-Stock
 
H.
 
Facilities Management:
 
1.
AI-97260
Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, for the "[ARPA-23-115-341] Hidalgo County Public Facilities Survey and Maintenance Services" to extend the termination date of the agreement (C-23-0120-11-28).
 
I.
 
Health & Human Services:
 
1.
AI-97353
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health Department "Minor Pulmonary Lab Remodel," with the final payment of $28,599.53, with authority for Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Chief Administrative Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
 
2.
AI-97347
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 4212297 11/01/2024 $8,864.19
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-97346
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 2024-260 10/31/2024 $2,296.87
Attachments:
 
J.
 
HIDTA - Task Force:
 
1.
AI-97258
Requesting approval to upgrade Sixteen (16) Cell Phones and Service Plans through HC's membership with State of Texas Department of Information Resources (Contract No. DIR-TELE-CTSA-003) from Verizon Communications Inc, in the total amount of $8,453.90
 
K.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
1.
AI-97341
Requesting approval to purchase X-Ray Service and Repairs at Adult Detention Center, from MXR Imaging Inc, in the total amount of $450.00
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 12th day of November, 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 November 12, 2024.

Signed this 13th day of November, 2024




ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County


By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy