SPECIAL MEETING - MARCH 18, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 18th day of March A.D., 2025, 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 MARCH 18, 2025 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 33m:16s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1&2., 13.B.1., 13.C.6., 13.C.9., 13.D.1., 13.D.4&5., 13.E.1., and 13.M.8., for further discussion.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve the Consent Agenda, with the exception of items 7.A.1&2., 13.B.1., 13.C.6., 13.C.9., 13.D.1., 13.D.4&5., 13.E.1., and 13.M.8., for further discussion.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Guerra requested that the Court address the pulled Consent Agenda Items collectively, with the exception that Commissioner Fuentes abstain from any discussion or action on the following items: 7.A.1 & 2, 13.B.1, 13.C.6, 13.C.9, 13.D.1, 13.D.4 & 5, 13.E.1, and 13.M.8.
On motion by JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote to approve these items collectively.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda - Item 5.
1.
AI-98548
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-98549
Fund Information Report
3.
2024 Interdepartmental transfers:
A.
AI-98778
CO2023-PCT 2 REGIONAL PRK (1359):
Approval of 2024 interdepartmental transfer from CO2023-Pct 2 North San Juan Youth Recreational Facility Project into CO2023-Pct 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot & Amenities Project in the amount of $110,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Approval of 2024 interdepartmental transfer from CO2023-Pct 2 North San Juan Youth Recreational Facility Project into CO2023-Pct 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot & Amenities Project in the amount of $110,000.00 to fund project expenditures.
Attachments:
4.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-98740
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
Attachments:
B.
AI-98685
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Alondra la Blanca Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (F.M. 493 & SH 107) Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Carmen Avila Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Carmen Avila Road & FM 2812) Reimbursement Request:$33,000.00 for (22 OSSF’S)
c. El Farito Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mile 13 North Road & Mile 6 West Road) Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
d. The District North Weslaco Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) Reimbursement Request:$6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
a. Alondra la Blanca Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (F.M. 493 & SH 107) Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Carmen Avila Ranchettes Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Carmen Avila Road & FM 2812) Reimbursement Request:$33,000.00 for (22 OSSF’S)
c. El Farito Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mile 13 North Road & Mile 6 West Road) Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
d. The District North Weslaco Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road) Reimbursement Request:$6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)
Attachments:
5.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-98708
2024 - HIDTA DA CCP59 (Fund 1251):
Approval of 2024 appropriation of funds from the Chapter 59 unassigned fund balance in the amount of $1,894.72 to clear 2024 fringe deficits.
Approval of 2024 appropriation of funds from the Chapter 59 unassigned fund balance in the amount of $1,894.72 to clear 2024 fringe deficits.
Attachments:
6.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-98679
District Clerk - Fee report for the month of February 2025 $382,992.53
Attachments:
B.
AI-98644
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2025 February
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-98718
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $2,194,419.49 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/27/2025 to 03/12/2025:
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
| 02/27/2025 - 02/28/2025 | $116,366.37 |
| 03/01/2025 - 03/05/2025 | $926,285.05 |
| 03/06/2025 - 03/12/2025 | $1,151,768.07 |
| Total | $2,194,419.49 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
Attachments:
B.
AI-98619
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 02/16/2025 - 02/28/2025 in the amount of $30,849.44 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 02/16/2025 - 02/28/2025 in the amount of $30,849.44 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
C.
AI-98637
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
| Action | Dept./Prg. | Slot # | Position Title | Proposed Amount |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0043 & 0044 | Crime Scene Specialist | $500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance | 280-001 | 0242 | Evidence Technician | $500.00 |
Attachments:
8.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-98698
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | B2550-00-000-0081-05 | EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS LLC | $6,821.02 |
Attachments:
9.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-98673
Approval of certification of the revenues by the County Auditor for the DWI Court Grant program income and appropriation of the same for the month of January 2025 in the amount of $292.00 and February 2025 in the amount of $386.00.
10.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-98728
Sheriff's Dept (1100):
Requesting approval of requisition #513695 for 2025 team membership dues to the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal) in the amount of $200.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval of requisition #513695 for 2025 team membership dues to the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal) in the amount of $200.00 with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
B.
AI-98731
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval to pay 2025 National Tactical Officers Association membership dues (req. # 513700) for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal), in the amount of $450.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay 2025 National Tactical Officers Association membership dues (req. # 513700) for Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (Team Leader, Captain Norberto Leal), in the amount of $450.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
C.
AI-98613
Probate Court:
Requesting approval for payment to the Hidalgo County Bar Association in the amount of $100.00 for Judge Joanne Garcia, and $100.00 for Judge Kristalee Guerra Mata, Probate Court Judge membership dues with authority of the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval for payment to the Hidalgo County Bar Association in the amount of $100.00 for Judge Joanne Garcia, and $100.00 for Judge Kristalee Guerra Mata, Probate Court Judge membership dues with authority of the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-98717
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the South Texas Police Chiefs Association (STPCA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $75.00 (Requisition #513541), 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 South Texas Police Chiefs Association (STPCA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $75.00 (Requisition #513541), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
E.
AI-98653
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 $595.00 (Requisition #513363), 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 $595.00 (Requisition #513363), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
F.
AI-98631
Fire Marshal (1100):
Requesting reimbursement for Deputy Fire Marshal Mentor Cantu, in the total amount of $174.34 for two invoices he paid out of pocket to Texas Commission on Fire Protection for Intermediate Fire Investigator Certification and Advanced Fire Investigator Certification, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting reimbursement for Deputy Fire Marshal Mentor Cantu, in the total amount of $174.34 for two invoices he paid out of pocket to Texas Commission on Fire Protection for Intermediate Fire Investigator Certification and Advanced Fire Investigator Certification, with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
G.
AI-98586
Constable Pct. #4:
Requesting approval to renew the membership with the Justice of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio "JR" Gaitan in the total amount of $70.00 with authority for the County Treasures to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to renew the membership with the Justice of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Inc. (JPCA) for Constable Atanacio "JR" Gaitan in the total amount of $70.00 with authority for the County Treasures to issue a check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-98777
Pct 2 Sanitation (1100):
Approval of 2025 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) to Pct 2 Sanitation (Fund 1100) in the amount of $66,918.59 to fund Collection Site Improvement Project.
Approval of 2025 interfund transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) to Pct 2 Sanitation (Fund 1100) in the amount of $66,918.59 to fund Collection Site Improvement Project.
Attachments:
B.
AI-98643
FY 2025 Texas VINE Grant Program (1283):
1. Approval to process payment for invoice #2064630310 from Appriss Insights, LLC in the amount of $7,798.46 in relation to the FY 2025 VINE Maintenance Fee for the 2nd quarter (12-01-2024 to 02-28-2025) after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
2. Approval to submit to the Office of the Attorney General of Texas the following documents in relation to the FY 2025 Texas VINE Program for the 2nd quarter (12-01-2024 to 02-28-2025) with authority for Co. Judge to sign required documents:
1. Approval to process payment for invoice #2064630310 from Appriss Insights, LLC in the amount of $7,798.46 in relation to the FY 2025 VINE Maintenance Fee for the 2nd quarter (12-01-2024 to 02-28-2025) after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
2. Approval to submit to the Office of the Attorney General of Texas the following documents in relation to the FY 2025 Texas VINE Program for the 2nd quarter (12-01-2024 to 02-28-2025) with authority for Co. Judge to sign required documents:
- Office of Attorney General Statewide Automated Victim Notification Services (SAVNS) Reimbursement Invoice in the amount of $7,798.46
- Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Quarterly Verification of Continuing Production Record
- Invoice Certification Required by Texas Grants Management Standards
Attachments:
C.
AI-98630
DA Civil Litigation (1100):
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Assistant District Attorney Pay Plan effective as indicated:
Fire Marshal (1100):
2. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Pay Plan effective as indicated:
Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200):
3. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
1. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with Hidalgo County Assistant District Attorney Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot. | Position Title |
G/S | Budgeted Salary |
G/S | Proposed Salary |
Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) |
080-013 | 0001 | Attorney V | 08/01 | $113,739.00 | 08/03 | $121,840.00 | 02/28/2025 |
Fire Marshal (1100):
2. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | R/S | Budgeted Salary | R/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Demotion) | 300-001 | 0012 | Deputy Fire Marshal | 06/01 | $52,931.00 | 06/02 | $54,784.00 | 02/24/2025 |
Pct. 1 Road Maintenance (1200):
3. Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Step Increase Eligibility) | 121-005 | 0012 | Coordinator I | 09/02 | $43,286.00 | 09/03 | $44,801.00 | 01/13/2025 |
Attachments:
D.
AI-98670
Approval of 2025 appropriation of $21.55 from fund 1280 into the General Fund (1100) pertaining to a residual balance from interest.
Attachments:
12.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-98577
Requesting acceptance and approval of Application #1 Final in the amount of $136,249.00 dated 2/11/2025 as submitted by Amstar Inc for the Willacy County Detention Facility HVAC Thermostat & other repairs project through HC's membership with BuyBaord (JOC Contract No. 660-21) with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
13.
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-98775
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the following Potential Change Orders (PCO) and Contract Contingency Expenditure Approvals (CCEA) for Morganti Texas, Inc., including but not limited to applicable change orders;
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| PCO 230 [Owner CO] Wood Touch Up and Repairs |
$21,073.53 |
| PCO 230 [CCEA] Wood Touch Up and Repairs |
$21,073.52 |
| PCO 233 [CCEA] HVAC Facility Maintenance |
$12,488.90 |
| PCO 231 [CCEA] Insurance Deductible |
$100,000.00 |
| PCO 214 [CCEA] T&M Ceiling Reinstallation |
$109,763.00 |
| PCO 238 [Owner CO] Re-inspection for Elevator and Escalator |
$12,042.00 |
| PCO 202 [Owner CO] CPR 64 Difference and Missed Scope |
$5,818.00 |
2.
AI-98748
A. Requesting approval to enter into a one-year maintenance agreement with Daikin Applied Americas, Inc., through HC's membership with Buyboard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 733-24) for "Chiller Maintenance Agreement for HC Courthouse" in the amount of $26,175.00.
B. Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application to Daikin Applied Americas, Inc., to enter into a Chiller maintenance agreement for Hidalgo County Courthouse, with authority for Facilities Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application to Daikin Applied Americas, Inc., to enter into a Chiller maintenance agreement for Hidalgo County Courthouse, with authority for Facilities Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
3.
AI-98779
Requesting approval to accept the proposal submitted by Kurita America, Inc., through HC's membership with Texas SmartBuy (Contract No. 885-M2) for "Water Treatment Chemicals & Services for Hidalgo County" in the amount of $15,000.00
Attachments:
4.
AI-98684
Courthouse Law Library:
Requesting authority to enter into the following subscription service agreements for West Proflex and Library Maintenance services with sole sourced vendor, Thomson Reuters, with authority for HC Law Librarian or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Requesting authority to enter into the following subscription service agreements for West Proflex and Library Maintenance services with sole sourced vendor, Thomson Reuters, with authority for HC Law Librarian or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Product Name | Term | Requisition# | Monthly Charges |
| Library Maintenance Agreement | 10 years | 510290 | $8,658 with 1% YOY Renewal increase |
| West Proflex | 5 years | 510535 | $5,978.00 with 4% YOY Renewal Increase |
| West Proflex | 5 years | 510138 | $169.79 with 1% YOY Renewal Increase |
Attachments:
B.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-98736
Requesting approval to process payment for Invoice No. 10111 in the amount of $12,297.46 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:
2.
AI-98733
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct. 1 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Total Amount | Purchase Order No. |
| Mile 6 WA#2 (M14½-SH107) | 02/28/2025 | 11329999 | $6,800.00 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA#3 (M14½-SH107) | 02/28/2025 | 11329994 | $37,732.19 | 829916 |
| Mile 6 WA#6 (M11-M14½) | 02/28/2025 | 11330000 | $16,388.45 | 882106 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 02/28/2025 | 11329995 | $41,000.81 | 860539 |
| Mile 10 WA#3 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 02/28/2025 | 11330001 | $279,314.00 | 886545 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 02/28/2025 | 11329993 | $84,132.90 | 868315 |
| Mile 1 E WA#2 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 02/28/2025 | 11329996 | $125,805.65 | 886869 |
| Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM 493 to FM 88) | 02/28/2025 | 11329988 | $40,502.62 | 873385 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-98727
Requesting approval of the following Payment Applications for services rendered in connection with the Pct.1 Wellness, Activity & Community Center as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC:
| Payment Application No. | Total Amount | Purchase Order No. |
| Pay App #2 | $114,228.85 | 888726 |
| Pay App #3 | $164,613.72 | 888726 |
4.
AI-98737
Requesting approval of the following Payment Applications for services rendered in connection with the Pct.1 Mercedes Gate Structure Stormwater project as submitted by Clore Equipment, LLC:
| Payment Application No. | Total Amount | Purchase Order No. |
| 1 | $102,939.67 | 889271 |
| 2 | $189,272.75 | 889271 |
C.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-98656
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 2 (C-24-0202-08-20) with Venser Contractors, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot & Amenities Project in a total amount of $65,080.00 and 60 calendar days increase as recommended by project engineer, Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc.
Attachments:
2.
AI-98783
Requesting approval of procurement packet with authority to advertise, Recreational Trails Connectivity Project- Mission Segment 1 from Los Ebanos Rd to Anzalduas Hwy (Bryan Rd), including re-advertising, if necessary.
3.
AI-98781
Requesting approval of procurement packet with authority to advertise, Recreational Trails Connectivity Project- McAllen Segment 1 from Taylor Rd to Ware Rd and 23rd St. to 10th St., including re-advertising, if necessary.
4.
AI-98780
Requesting the declaration of a public purpose pursuant to the Texas Constitution Art 3. Sec 52 for the purpose of purchasing materials, supplies, recognition items, food, snacks, and all other items deemed necessary for the Precinct 2 first annual Spring Break Camp from March 17, 2025 through March 21, 2025.
5.
AI-98678
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $74,955.00 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project McAllen Segment 2 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, Synergy Development & Construction, LLC (Contract C-24-0217-08-20) and reviewed by the Project Manager, David Rivera.
Attachments:
6.
AI-98687
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) | 03/10/25 | 20469 | $1,034.69 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project (WA#4) ARPA-21-122-040 | 03/10/25 | 20470 | $15,505.64 | 888353 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project (WA#5) ARPA-21-122-040 | 03/10/25 | 20471 | $5,679.22 | 888445 |
| Hidalgo Heath Clinic Improvement Project (WA#1) ARPA-22-340-088 | 03/10/25 | 20472 | $1,726.62 | 878531 |
| Nolana Loop Road Project (WA#1) | 03/10/25 | 20473 | $47,996.51 | 888404 |
7.
AI-98658
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $108,331.12 for the Pct. 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot and Amenities Project submitted by the contractor, Venser Contractors, LLC (Contract C-24-0202-08-20) and reviewed by the project engineer, Ronnie Cruz, P.E., CFM.
Attachments:
8.
AI-98629
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# |
| Nolana Loop Project (WA#4) | 02/28/25 | 11329982 | $9,292.58 | 881797 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#2) | 02/28/25 | 11329989 | $27,894.76 | 796794 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 02/28/25 | 11329990 | $28,220.17 | 795673 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv. Prj. (WA#4) | 02/28/25 | 11329991 | $22,160.60 | 888077 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 02/28/25 | 11330002 | $22,156.21 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 02/28/25 | 11330003 | $4,373.73 | 853337 |
Attachments:
9.
AI-98633
Requesting approval to pay Invoice No. 20467 in the amount of $10,443.68 submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC to provide design, geo-technical, construction material testing, and construction phase services under Contract No. C-23-0417-10-31 (WA#1) for the Hidalgo Health Clinic Improvement Project.
Attachments:
10.
AI-98448
Requesting authority to renew the twelve (12) month subscriptions with the following vendors:
| VENDOR | SERVICE | AMOUNT | REQUISITION# |
| LMG Sales, LLC | Diagnostic Software | $3,500.00 | 507587 |
| CDW Government, Inc. | Adobe License Software | $5,241.20 | 507586 |
| Imagine It Studios | Website Hosting & Social Media Feed Software | $1,860.00 | 507574 |
| BigWebapps, Inc/SherpaDesk | Helpdesk/Work Order Software | $2,830.00 | 507578 |
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-98705
Requesting approval to pay the following Invoice No. 30085, in the amount of $11,819.81, for the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Farm to Market 2221 Stormwater Project, submitted by the contracted engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC.
Attachments:
2.
AI-98626
Requesting approval of the following invoices for processing and payment as submitted by the contracted project Engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.:
| Inv. No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11330004 | 2-28-2025 | Liberty Rd. WA #4 | 735736 | $3,700.00 |
| 11329983 | 2-28-2025 | Liberty Rd. WA #3 | 735526 | $4,800.00 |
| 11329984 | 2-28-2025 | Liberty Rd. WA #5 | 818290 & 872310 | $5,400.00 |
| 11329992 | 2-28-2025 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA #1 | 873046 | $53,984.50 |
| 11330005 | 2-28-2025 | Veterans Blvd. WA #3 | 889281 | $71,884.50 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-98625
Requesting approval of payment to Brownstone Consultants for professional services for the Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC Project (ARPA #22-123-075).
| Invoice No. | Invoice Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 4247793 | 3-3-2025 | 861908 | $6,103.76 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-98709
Requesting approval to pay the following Invoice No. 30084, in the amount of $1,752.51, for the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvement Project, Veterans Memorial Pavilion, submitted by the contracted engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC.
Attachments:
5.
AI-98714
Requesting approval to pay the following Invoice No. 30081, in the amount of $25,500.52, for the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvement Projects, 5K Linear Hike & Bike Trail, submitted by the contracted engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC.
Attachments:
6.
AI-98719
Requesting approval to pay the following Invoice No. 24-000-1894 (Payment Request No. 19), in the amount $56,243.75, for the Extension of Shary Road, 2 miles North of State Highway 107, submitted by contracted engineer, SAMES, Inc.
Attachments:
7.
AI-98735
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 2 in the amount of $137,040.07 from IOC Company, LLC, for "Liberty Blvd. (US 83 to Mile 3)" (CSJ:0921-02-194) as certified for payment by project engineer SAMES Inc.
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-98776
Requesting acceptance and approval of ARPA project invoice listed below for processing and payment.
Requesting acceptance and approval of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | P.O. Number | Invoice Number | ARPA Project Number | Invoice Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/10/2025 | J-01 SW Project | Tedsi | 875089 | 203125 | 23-124-346 | $3,749.54 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2025 | FM1925 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 854100 | 11329998 | $1,800.00 |
| 02/28/2025 | FM1925 WA#3 | L&G Engineering | 868045 | 11329997 | $3,960.00 |
| 02/28/2025 | Mile 5 WA#2 | L&G Engineering | 808447 | 11329985 | $823.62 |
| 03/03/2025 | Pct.4 CRC Project | Brownstone Consultants | 884786 | 1092 | $9,084.45 |
| 03/11/2025 | San Manuel Canopy Addition | B2Z Engineering | 892639 | 40244 | $5,373.24 |
| 03/11/2025 | Trenton Rd | Tedsi | 859188 | 203129 | $30,726.93 |
| 03/05/2025 | HSIP Project | CobbFendly | 880981 | 344849 | $13,880.69 |
Attachments:
F.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-98618
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 | 2/28/2025 | 11330007 | $12,599.76 | 891351 |
Attachments:
G.
Auditor's Office:
1.
AI-98742
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year service agreement for LINQ ERP Professional Services from EMS LINQ LLC, in the total amount of $2,400.00
Attachments:
H.
Community Service Agency:
1.
AI-98236
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with BIC Development Corporation for "Lease of Office Space-Edinburg Area" (C-22-0019-03-08) under the same terms and conditions.
Attachments:
I.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-98683
Requesting authority to ratify AI-98199, approved by HCCC on 2/4/2025, to correct the model year of the two (2) Ford F-150 trucks to "2025".
Attachments:
J.
District Courts:
1.
AI-98694
430th Disctrict Court
Requesting approval of a thirty (30) day written notice of termination of the lease agreement between HC and Jose E. Garcia (C-17-036-03-07) for "Lease of Office Space in the City of Edinburg to House the 430th State District Court".
Requesting approval of a thirty (30) day written notice of termination of the lease agreement between HC and Jose E. Garcia (C-17-036-03-07) for "Lease of Office Space in the City of Edinburg to House the 430th State District Court".
Attachments:
K.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-98707
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to C-24-0091-04-02 between Hidalgo County and Raba Kistner, Inc., for "[ARPA-22-110-078] - Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services - Emergency Management Facility" to extend the termination date of said agreement.
Attachments:
L.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-98623
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Rio Elevator Company, Inc. for "Elevator Maintenance Service Agreement" (C-24-0106-04-02) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
2.
AI-98695
Requesting approval to award job order contractor, SKO Elite Repair, LLC, through HC's membership with TIPS (JOC Contract# 24010402), for the "Budget & Management Division Wall w/o Electrical" project in the total amount of $21,365.71 with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
Attachments:
3.
AI-98542
Justice of the Peace- Precinct No. 3 Place 1
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC. for "Precinct No. 3 Justice of the Peace Place 1 Office Painting and Cove Base," along with the final payment of $34,691.91, with authority for the Hidalgo County Facility Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC. for "Precinct No. 3 Justice of the Peace Place 1 Office Painting and Cove Base," along with the final payment of $34,691.91, with authority for the Hidalgo County Facility Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
4.
AI-98702
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount not to exceed $7,365.00, as submitted by Raba Kistner, Inc., through Precinct No. 4 On-Call Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Agreement (C-25-0007-01-09) to provide Geotechnical Engineering services required for Administrative Parking Lot (Northeast Corner of E. Loeb Street and N. 12th Avenue), with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
Attachments:
M.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-98632
Requesting approval to purchase office furniture through HC's membership with Buyboard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 667-22) from Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc., in the total amount of $21,524.85
Attachments:
2.
AI-98690
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with Mid Valley Cemetery, Inc. dba Val Verde Memorial Gardens for “Burial Services & Plots for Unidentified Pauper Remains” (C-21-0792-03-08) under the same terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-98627
Requesting authority to exercise the one (1) year contract extension with Clinical Image Management Systems, LLC (CIMS) for "CIMS Master Services Agreement (LODOX X-Ray Machine)" (C-20-451-08-11) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
4.
AI-98634
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year subscription agreement through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative (Contract No. DIR-TSO-4288), with Carahsoft Technology Corporation in the total amount of $3,573.00
5.
AI-98646
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by International Consulting Engineers for architectural services in connection with the La Mansion Clinic:
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 894415 | 3380 | 01/03/2025 | $2,013.50 |
| 894415 | 3405 | 02/03/2025 | $1,011.00 |
| 894415 | 3419 | 02/11/2025 | $22,855.50 |
6.
AI-98621
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 | 4247797 | 03/03/2025 | $8,301.98 |
Attachments:
7.
AI-98620
Requesting approval to process the following payment application as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC for construction services in connection with the El Paraiso Health Clinic:
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 874037 | 13 | 02/25/2025 | $125,312.32 |
Attachments:
8.
AI-98753
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Herrcon, LLC, for the "Hidalgo Clinic Roof & Interior Repairs" project, along with the final payment of $224,203.69 as recommended by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, with authority for the Hidalgo County Facility Management Director or County Judge to sign all necessary documentation.
9.
AI-98676
Requesting approval to contract ENV Services Inc. to provide BSL3 Site Survey, Test, and Certification for the Hidalgo County Health Department Bio Safety Lab in the amount of $6,320.00, with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed.
Attachments:
10.
AI-98711
Requesting approval to purchase Adobe Acrobat Pro for Teams Subscription through HC's membership with Sourcewell (Contract No. 121923) from CDW Government LLC, in the total amount of $2,638.90.
Attachments:
11.
AI-98732
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by Texas Infrastructure Development Group, LLC (TXIDG) for professional construction management services in connection with the La Mansion Health Clinic Improvement Project.
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Total Amount |
| 1 | 887985 | 03 | 03/04/2025 | $11,182.15 |
Attachments:
N.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-98655
Requesting approval to purchase Adobe Acrobat Pro for Teams Subscription through HC's membership with Sourcewell (Contract No. 121923) from CDW Government, LLC, in the total amount of $530.22
Attachments:
O.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-98666
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software license agreement with a one (1) year automatic renewal, with Canva US, Inc. in the total amount of $120.00 annually.
2.
AI-98675
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software subscription renewal with sole sourced vendor, Berla Corporation, in the total amount of $3,250.00
3.
AI-98674
Requesting approval to enter into three (3), twelve (12) month lease agreements through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 240502), from Acme Auto Leasing, LLC, in the total estimated monthly lease payment of $2,685.00
| Quantity | Year | Make | Model | Total Monthly Payment | Status |
| 3 | 2025 | Ford | F-150 | $2,685.00 | TBD |
4.
AI-98654
Requesting approval to purchase Adobe Acrobat Pro for Teams Subscription through HC's membership with Sourcewell (Contract No. 121923) from CDW Government, LLC, in the total amount of $233.12
Attachments:
5.
AI-98671
Requesting approval to purchase Cloud Storage Subscription through HC's membership with Omnia Partners Cooperative (NCPA Contract No. 01-170) from Upstate Wholesale Supply Inc. dba Brite, in the total amount of $5,040.00
Attachments:
P.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-98652
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Egnyte Platform Subscription - Business Plan renewal with Egnyte, Inc., in the total amount of $1,284.00
Attachments:
2.
AI-98314
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year "Preventative Maintenance Inspection Master Agreement" with a one (1) year automatic renewal between HC Tax Office and sole source vendor, Cummins Allison Corporation in the total amount of $16,658.16
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 18th day of March, 2025
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on March 18, 2025.
Signed this 25th day of March 2025
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 18th day of March, 2025
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on March 18, 2025.
Signed this 25th day of March 2025
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy