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Minutes for CC CONSENT AGENDA SPECIAL MTG

SPECIAL MEETING - JULY 22, 2025

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 22nd day of July 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 EDUARDO "EDDIE" CANTU

HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL

HONORABLE ELLIE TORRES
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE

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
JULY 22, 2025
2:00 P.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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 17m:32s)

County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 7.A.1&2; 14.A; 15.C.2; 15.D.8; 15.E.3&6; 15.F.1&2; 15.F.3; and 15.N.6&7 for further discussion.

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 to the Commissioner's Court - Consent Agenda, with the exception of the items pulled for discussion.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

Judge Cortez stated for the record that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action on the consent agenda due to his absence from the meeting.

Reference consent agenda items 7.A.1&2; 14.A; 15.C.2; 15.D.8; 15.E.3&6; 15.F.1&2; 15.F.3; and 15.N.6&7 for action taken.

 
1.
AI-99947
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-99948
Fund Information Report
 
B.
AI-99908
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Alton 2024-2025 TIRZ payment in the amount of $556,626.68 pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement between the City of Alton, Hidalgo County, and Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Alton. 
 
C.
AI-100127
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "Entertainment Center" 2024-2025 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $110,217.20 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 4, City of Edinburg.
 
D.
AI-100129
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "The Shoppes 2024-2025 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $247,674.84 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No.1, City of Edinburg.
 
3.
 
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-100121
1. Preliminary Approval
a. E. Maldonado Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Eliberto Maldonado) (Sunflower Road & S.H. 107)
No. of Lots: 1 Single-Family, 1 Commercial
Flood Zone:AH
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Sunflower Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, S.H. 107 and Sunflower Road are paved.

b. Nopales Estates Subdivision - Pct. 4 (Jesus Cordero) (Benito Ramirez Road & F.M. 2812)
No. of Lots: 4 Single-Family, 1 Commercial
Flood Zone:X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into the natural low area of the property.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road is paved.

c. Del Monte Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Guadalupe Montelongo) (Mile 19 North Road & Sunflower Road)
No. of Lots: 6 Single-Family
Flood Zone:AE
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 19 North Road side ditch. 
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 19 North Road is paved.

2. PIPELINE PERMITS 
a. Applicant: North Alamo Supply Corporation
Legal Description:  5.15 acres out of Lot 15 Blk. 63 Capisallo District Subdivision Proposed Garza Ranch Subdivision (Mile 9 North Road & Mile ½ East Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Mile 9 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 9 North Road. 

b. Applicant: North Alamo Supply Corporation
Legal Description:  South 6.013 acres out Lot  95 Hill Halbert Tract Subdivision (Mile 9 North Road & Billman Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Billman Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Billman Road. 

c. Applicant: North Alamo Supply Corporation
Legal Description:  Lot 3 Canas de Azucar Subdivision (Mile 16 North Road & Greenville Street) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Greenville Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Greenville Street. 

d. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description:  1.00 acre out of Lot 13-5 West Addition to Sharyland (Trosper Road & Mile 3 Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline west of Trosper Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Trosper Road. 

e. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description:  Lot 15 Blk. 2 Texan Gardens Subdivision (Mile 4 Road & Texan Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Texan Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Texan Road. 

f. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description:  10.95 acres out Lot 14 Blk. 20 Texan Gardens Subdivision (Mile 8 Road & Iowa Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of Iowa Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Iowa Road. 

g. Applicant: S2 Engineering, PLLC.
Legal Description:  2.00 acres out of share 4 Schunior Subdivision of porciones 73-75; Proposed Salida Del Sol Estates Phase IX Subdivision (El Polvorin Drive & Mile 7 Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline west of El Polvorin Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring El Polvorin Drive. 

h. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 5525234-PA13E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:South of Allison Street approximately 75.00 feet east of South Border Road. (Pct. 1)

i. Applicant: Spectrum (Project No. 200010495-WE86E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole:East of Mile 5 ½ West Road approximately 395.00 feet south of Hill Drive. (Pct. 1)

j. Applicant: Vexus Fiber MSSN.05.002-3 –Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the east side of Western Road and along Mile 4 North Road.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the north side of Mile 4 North Road within the right of way of Kaylen Drive, Leilahne Drive, and Rolando Drive for Texan Village Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Western Village Blvd., and Edgar Drive for Western Village Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the east side of Western Road within the right of way of Coco Drive, Caracol Drive, Chanel Drive for Las Comadres #4 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the east side of Western Road within the right of way of Manuel Street, Estela Street, Eliza Street for Rancho El Potrero Subdivision.
 
k. Applicant: Vexus Fiber MSSN.05.009-3 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Poinsetta Drive, Tangerine Lane, Jacaranda Place, and Heaven Drive for Citrus City Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Mars Lane, Navel Lane, Grapefruit Lane, Sangelo Lane, Lemon Lane, Heaven Drive, and Valencia Lane for El Faco Chiquito Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Juanita Street, Mission Spring Lane, Tornillo Street, Senecio Street, Mistflower Street, Grindelia Street, and Brushline Road for Los Naranjos Phase I and Phase II Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Inez Street, Jay Keith Street, Ariana Street, Delaila Street, and Martina Street for Brushline LTD Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Ruth Street, Jakob Street, and Jay Keith Street, for Brushline County Subdivision.

l. Applicant: Vexus Fiber EDBG.06.003-2 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed crossing Mayberry Road approximately ¼ mile south of S.H. 107.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Taylor Road.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Bentsen Road.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Zurich Avenue for Manuel F. Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Brazos Avenue, Zurich Avenue, and North 87 Street for North Bryan Estates Subdivision.

m. Applicant: Vexus Fiber EDBG.06.017-3 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Bryan Road, along the north side of Saint Jude Avenue and along the west side of Stewart Blvd.

n. Applicant: Vexus Fiber EDBG.06.018-2 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Mayberry Blvd.

o. Applicant: Vexus Fiber EDBG.06.020-3 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of North 103 Road for Villa De Las Flores Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Oak Street, Pine Street, and Ephraim Ave., Chicago Street for Tierra Estates Subdivision.

p. Applicant: Vexus Fiber MSSN.05.001-3 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Abraham Road within La Verdad Street, El Camino Street, Jesus Street, La Vida Street, Sara Street, and Isaac Street for Camino De Abram Subdivision and Camino De Abram Phase II Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Brushline Road within Diana Drive, Noel Drive, and Elize Drive for Basham No. 41 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Brushline Road within Nicole Street, and Irma Linda Street for La Paloma Site Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Brushline Road within Whitney Circle, Ira Road, and Ward Road for Basham No. 12 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Brushline Road within Russel Circle, Wilson Road, and Carol Road for Basham No. 16 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Brushline Road within Cowboy Circle for Basham No. 13 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the west side of Brushline Road within Ashley Way, Stray Drive, and Jessica Drive for Los Corrales De Leal Subdivision.
 
q. Applicant: Vexus Fiber MSSN.05.003-3 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Durango Street for Western Estates Phase 1 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Lantana Blvd, Hannah Street for Shelby Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Western Palm Drive for Western Palm Subdivision and Matermi Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Dove Weed Street, Navel Lane, and Charro Street for Carrizales Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed along the north and south side of Mile 6 Road and within Suerte Drive for Buena Suerte 1 Subdivision.

r. Applicant: Vexus Fiber MSSN.05.004-1 –Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the north side of Mile 6 Road within Rosa Street, and Tula Street for Tula Rosa Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Siesta Drive, Fiesta Drive, and Lake View Drive for Citrus Lake Estates Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Janice Drive, Robert Michael Drive, Lakeview Drive, and Marshall Street for Las Estrellas 3 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Coyote Circle North, Coyote Circle South, and Coyote Circle East for Basham #33 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of North side Drive, Doffing Lane for Basham #44 Subdivision and West Doffing Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Elsa Drive for Armando Garza Subdivision

s. Applicant: Vexus Fiber MSSN.05.005-4 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the east side of Minnesota Road within west Mile 4 Road for Minnesota Heights Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the east side of Minnesota Road within Andresito Drive, Rio Drive, and Gooch Road for Veronica Estates Subdivision
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the east side of Minnesota Road within the west Quail Drive for Minnesota Heights Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Sunny Circle, Rocio Drive for Basham #31 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Catrina Drive for Doffing Heights Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Nevada Street, and Sunny Circle for Enrique Bazan Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Anna Drive for Doffing Heights Phase I Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Gooch Road, Bag Lane, and La Mancha Drive for Las Estrellas 4 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Walton Drive for Walton Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of north Ezequiel Loop, and South Ezequiel Loop for Acevedo Unit 3 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Los Jardines Drive, and Granja Circle for El Jardin Estates No. 2 Subdivision.

t. Applicant: Vexus Fiber MSSN.05.006-1 -Pct. 3
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 1/2” is to be installed within the right of way of Robert Michael Street, Morgan Street, James Patrick Street for Minnesota Country Estates Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Eduardo’s Street for Palm Drive Acres Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Grandview Drive for Acevedo Unit 8 Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the south side of Mile 6 Road within Avery Drive Jordan Garden Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed along the south side of Mile 6 Road within Bandit Circle, Dawna Circle, Travis Neal Street for Palm Country Estates Subdivision.
A new fiber optic cable measuring 1 ½” is to be installed within the right of way of Ryan Andrew Circle, and Rachel Diann Lane for Travis Country Estates Subdivision.
 
4.
 
County Treasurer:
 
A.
AI-100146
2025 2nd Quarterly Investment Report
 
5.
 
Monthly Fee Reports:
 
A.
AI-100016
District Clerk - Fee report for the month of June 2025 - $478,818.01 
Attachments:
 
6.
 
Executive Office:
 
A.
AI-100160
Authority to ratify the approval of a Program Agreement and Educational Experience Affiliation Agreement between UTRGV and Child Protection Court of the Rio Grande Valley West for appointment of interns from UTRGV to participate under the Child Protection Court.
 
B.
AI-100078
Requesting approval to correct settlement amount on Cause #CL-19-3350-D approved by CC on 5/29/25 to reflect $52,539.23
 
7.
 
Human Resources:
 
A.
AI-100074
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,806,660.18 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 07/03/2025 thru 07/16/2025:
07/03/2025 - 07/09/2025 $686,718.21
07/10/2025 - 07/16/2025 $1,119,941.97
Total $1,806,660.18
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. (Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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&2.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-100101
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 07/01/2025 - 07/15/2025 in the amount of $40,980.11 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
 
C.
AI-100065
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Amount Proposed Amount
Remove Clothing Allowance 280-001 0209 Senior Deputy Sheriff $500.00 $0.00
Add Clothing Allowance 280-001 0124 Senior Deputy Sheriff $0.00 $500.00
Attachments:
 
8.
 
Health & Human Services:
 
A.
AI-100011
Approval of alarm permit application as required from the City of Pharr Police Department with authority for the Executive Officer or the Health and Human Services Director to sign including for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review and audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
 
9.
 
Tax Refunds:
 
A.
AI-100042
NO. ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT
1 F1653.00.000.000A.00 FAMILY DOLLAR STORE OF TX LL $14,078.22
2 F6350.04.000.0011.00 DECKER JOHN E III $3,985.22
3 L1050.00.000.0023.00  ROBERT G FEDOR DBA SUMMER SQUARE APTS $12,301.99
4 W0100.00.056.0002.05 SANDRA OCHOA $2,574.44
Attachments:
 
10.
 
Adult Probation:
 
A.
AI-100031
Approval of certification of the revenues by the County Auditor for the DWI Court Grant program income and appropriation of the same for the months of May and June 2025 in the amount of $1,722.00 and $516.00 respectively.
 
11.
 
Membership Dues/Certifications:
 
A.
AI-100002
HIDTA CCP 59 (1251):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas Narcotic Officers Association (TNOA)for several employees in the total amount of $440.00(Requisition #00520943) and $160.00 (Requisition #00520939), with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-100051
Economic Development (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Economic Development Council for Rosendo "Randy" Perez, Economic Development Director, in the total amount of $600.00 (Requisition #00521302) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue a check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
 
C.
AI-100108
Sheriff's Department:
Requesting approval of 2025 membership dues to the National Sheriff's Association for Sheriff J.E."Eddie" Guerra in the amount of $2,000.00. (Requisition #521444)
Attachments:
 
12.
 
IT Department:
 
A.
AI-100003
Authorization and approval to purchase a device with a wireless service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
 
Department: Qty: Description:
Information Technology 1 New Data Service
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-100080
 Information Technology – State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP): Grant # 5194701 Ransomware Mitigating Storage
1. Requesting to ratify the submission of Grant # 5194701 Ransomware Mitigating Storage FY22 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor. 
2. Requesting approval to deobligate cash match funds in the amount of $1,125.75.
 
13.
 
Budget & Management:
 
A.
AI-100136
Approval to set salaries for employees listed on Exhibit A as per Public Defenders Pay Plan 
Attachments:
 
14.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
A.
AI-100057
Jail Commissary (2102):
Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor and Budget Appropriation in the amount of $168,000.00 for Year 2025 Salaries & Fringe Benefits (3rd & 4th quarters). (Audio Reference 19m:01s)

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 item 14.A.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
15.
 
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-100123
Requesting approval of the Purchasing Department's Procedures for the Hidalgo County Emergency Management Department's use of the Emergency Travel Credit Card.
 
2.
AI-100094
Requesting approval of a thirty (30) day written notice of termination of a service agreement between Hidalgo County and National Benefit Services, LLC (C-21-0533-06-15) for "Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan."
 
B.
 
County Judge's Office:
 
1.
AI-100075
Requesting approval to purchase a one (1) year Adobe Software Subscription through HC's membership with Sourcewell Cooperative (Contract No. 121923), from CDW Government LLC, in the total amount of $4,659.28.
 
C.
 
Pct. #1:
 
1.
AI-99957
A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI-99786 on 06/24/2025 regarding pay app 5
B. Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 5 in the amount of $81,081.91 for services rendered in connection with the Pct.1 Mercedes Gate Structure Stormwater project as submitted by Clore Equipment, LLC.
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-100139
Requesting approval to process payment for the following invoices as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services rendered for Pct. 1 Wellness, Activity & Community Center (ARPA-24-121-358): 
Project Invoice # PO#  Invoice Amount 
C-24-0211-07-09 WA#1 10118 884169 $5,433.00
C-24-0211-07-09 WA#2 10119 894671 $7,799.94

(Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.C.2.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-100138
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 8 in the amount of $321,267.06 for services rendered in connection with the Pct.1 Wellness, Activity & Community Center as submitted by NM Contracting, LLC.
Attachments:
 
D.
 
Pct. #2:
 
1.
AI-100040
Requesting approval of the following items for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park - Parking Lot & Amenities Project as submitted by the contractor, Venser Contractors LLC and as reviewed by project inspector, Ronnie Cruz, P.E., CFM through Contract No. C-24-0202-08-20: 
A.  Acceptance of the Certificate of Substantial Completion, reflecting the date of April 23, 2025. 
B.  Acceptance of the Certificate of Construction Completion, reflecting the date of April 23, 2025.
 
2.
AI-100151
Requesting approval of the Letter of Representation from Valiant Energy Sources through HC's Interlocal Agreement with Moak Casey Purchasing Cooperative (C-25-0376-06-24), approved by HCCC (6/24/2025, AI 99859).
 
3.
AI-100161
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 1 (C-25-0064-04-15) with NM Contracting, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Lopezville Park Improvement Project as recommended and as detailed by project engineer, Christopher Rodriguez, P.E.
 
4.
AI-100126
Requesting approval of Change Order No. 7 (C-22-0094-09-06) (ARPA 22-122-109), with Go Underground, LLC for the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Las Milpas Road Project as recommended and as detailed by project engineer, Saul Muñoz, P.E.
Attachments:
 
5.
AI-100001
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $85,399.58 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project Mission Segment 2 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, RBM Contractors, LLC (Contract C-25-0063-04-01) and reviewed by the Project Manager, David Rivera.
 
6.
AI-100112
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $242,529.87 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project Mission Segment 2 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, RBM Contractors, LLC (Contract C-25-0063-04-01) and reviewed by the Project Manager, David Rivera.
 
7.
AI-100037
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 6 (RETAINAGE) in the amount of $36,108.03 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.
 
8.
AI-100028
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
07/08/25 20507 $10,919.06 841458
Las Milpas Road Project (WA#2)
07/11/25
20508 $13,486.94 856176
McAllen Health Clinic Improvement Project (WA#1) ARPA-24-340-352 07/11/25 20509 $9,558.18 884219
Hidalgo Health Clinic Improvement Project (WA#1) ARPA-22-340-088 07/11/25 20510 $7,109.38 878531
Nolana Loop Road Project (WA#1) 07/11/25 20511 $58,974.25 888404
Palmer Pavilion Park Improvement Project (WA#1) 07/11/25 20512 $6,520.31 895747
Recreational Trails Connectivity Project (WA#5) ARPA-21-122-040 07/08/25 20516 $2,528.24 888445

(Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.D.8.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
E.
 
Pct. #3:
 
1.
AI-99881
Requesting approval of Pay Application No. 9 in the amount $53,321.38 as submitted by the project engineer, SAMES Inc., for the Liberty Blvd. (US 83 to Mile 3) Project. 
 
2.
AI-100054
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 3 from NM Contracting, LLC, for the "[ARPA-22-123-075] - Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center & [ARPA-21-340-019] - El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvement Project" (C-23-0277-10-18), for an extension of 64 additional days, as recommended by the Project Manager, Brownstone Consultants, LLC.
 
3.
AI-100056
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 2 from 8/A Builders, LLC, for the "[ARPA-23-123-328] Hidalgo County Precinct 3 5K Mansion Linear Park Trail" (C-24-0162-06-20), for an extension of 92 additional days, as recommended by the Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC. (Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.E.3.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
4.
AI-100066
Requesting approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvements Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion" project, submitted by 8/A Builders, LLC, as recommended by Rike Ogden Figueroa Allex Architects, Inc., project architect. 
 
5.
AI-100076
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application No. 6, in the amount of $291,866.50, for the Hidalgo County Liberty Road Project (U.S. 83 to Mile 3 Road), submitted by the contractor, IOC Company, LLC.
 
6.
AI-100086
Requesting approval to process the following invoices, submitted by contracted engineer, B2Z Engineering:
Invoice No. REQ No. PO No. Project Name Amount
30094 482236 872817 El Paraiso Project CRC $1,556.89
30095 501038 885818 Veterans Memorial Pavilion $701.00
30096 505090 889301 FM2221 Stormwater Project $3,467.39
Supp No. 1 500093 884855 5K Linear Park Trail Project $5,719.91

(Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.E.6.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
7.
AI-100137
Requesting approval to process the following payment applications, submitted by the project contractor, NM Contracting, LLC.
Payment Application No.  Date PO No. Project Name Amount
16 5/1/2025 875396 El Paraiso Project $119,129.86
17 6/1/2025 875396 El Paraiso Project $86,168.66
 
F.
 
Pct. #4:
 
1.
AI-100162
Requesting approval of the invoices listed below for processing and payment;
 
Invoice Date Project Name Vendor Name Invoice Number ARPA Project Number P.O. Number Invoice Amount
07/14/2025 San Manuel ESF Canopy Addition B2Z Engineering 40245 N/A 892639 $2,388.10
07/10/2025 HC Pct.4 J-01 Tedsi 203207 23-124-346 875089 $1,388.72
07/10/2025 Trenton Rd Improvements Tedsi 203205 N/A 859188 $57,492.17
07/11/2025 HSIP CobbFendley 350155 N/A 880981 $16,538.21

(Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.F.1.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
2.
AI-100071
Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 2 in the amount of $16,574.78, as submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC through On-Call Professional Engineering Services for Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing (C-25-0006-01-09) to provide Geotechnical Engineering Services for the 2812 Community Resource Center in Precinct 4. (Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.F.2.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
3.
AI-100082
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Contract (C-24-0195-08-20) between Hidalgo County and GDJ Engineering, LLC, for the professional engineering services for "Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) 2023 Call" to extend the termination date of the agreement. (Audio Reference 19m:26s)

Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 15.F.3.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 15.F.3.

Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously

The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
 
4.
AI-100087
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to the Contract (C-22-0468-08-18) between Hidalgo County and TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Inc., for the professional engineering services for "Trenton Roadway Improvements (From US 281 (I-69C) to FM 907 (Alamo Rd.) in Precinct 4" to extend the termination date of the agreement. 
 
G.
 
Executive Office:
 
1.
AI-100088
Safety Division:
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Safety Division's 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.
 
H.
 
Co. Wide:
 
1.
AI-99770
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Unifirst Corporation, for "Mats, Dust Mops & Shop Rags & Towels" (C-23-0134-08-22) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
 
2.
AI-100089
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Texas Land Reclamation LLC, dba UTW Tire Collection Services for "Tire Disposal Services" (C-23-0135-08-22) under the same rates, terms, and conditions. 
 
I.
 
County Clerk:
 
1.
AI-100012
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Clerk Department's 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.  
 
J.
 
District Attorney:
 
1.
AI-100025
Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year subscription agreement for West Proflex with sole source vendor, Thomson Reuters - West Publishing Corporation, in the total monthly amount of $1,534.97
 
2.
AI-99987
A. Requesting approval to enter into a software license agreement for twenty-five (25) additional Google Workspace Business Plus licenses with Suitebriar Inc. in connection to the Suitebriar Agreement (C-24-0064-02-20) in the total amount of $6,840.00.
B. Requesting approval to enter into a software license agreement for twenty-five (25) additional Virtru Email Encryption licenses with Suitebriar Inc. in connection to the Virtru Email Encryption Agreement (C-23-0207-05-14) in the total amount of $2,792.32.
 
K.
 
Elections:
 
1.
AI-100021
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Elections Department's 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.  
 
L.
 
Emergency Management:
 
1.
AI-100106
Requesting approval of the additional terms and conditions on contract approved by HCCC on 07/08/2025 through Agenda Item No. 99932 for "Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Action Plan" (C-25-0254-07-22) with H2O Partners. 
 
2.
AI-100055
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC for the "Emergency Management Office Repairs" project, along with final payment of $159,813.76 with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
 
M.
 
Facilities Management:
 
1.
AI-100109
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year maintenance agreement for various locations through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System Cooperative (TIPS Contract No. 22050201), with Rio Elevator Company, Inc., in the total monthly cost of $1,725.00, with authority for HC Facilities Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Location Elevator Qty Total Monthly Amount
Annex III, 100 E. Cano 4 $800.00
Admin II, 505 S. McColl 1 $200.00
Annex IV, 213 S, Closner 1 $175.00
Delta Bldg. 2 $350.00
Clerk Warehouse, 317 N Closner 1 $200.00
 
N.
 
Health & Human Services:
 
1.
AI-100024
Requesting approval to purchase office furniture for HC Health and Human Services through HC's membership with BuyBoard (Contract No. 767-25), from Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc., in the total amount of $17,141.10
 
2.
AI-100000
Requesting approval to process 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
899671 2025-091 06/30/2025 $3,335.00
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-100049
Requesting approval to process 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 Amount
1 887985 08 07/07/2025 $15,763.07
Attachments:
 
4.
AI-100048
Requesting approval to process the following payment application as submitted by A&A Villa Construction, LLC for construction services in connection with the La Mansion Health Clinic Improvement Project.
PO # Application # Date Amount
888513 7 06/27/2025 $301,622.21
Attachments:
 
5.
AI-100045
Requesting approval to purchase computer hardware replacements through HC’s membership with Sourcewell Cooperative (Contract No. 121923), from CDW-G, in the total amount of $46,151.38
 
6.
AI-100091
Requesting approval to process the following invoice for construction material testing services as submitted by B2Z Engineering in connection with the El Paraiso project.
Work Authorization # PO # Invoice # Invoice Date Amount
2 872577 30093 07/11/2025 $2,380.79

(Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.N.6.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
7.
AI-100104
Requesting approval to process the following payment application submitted by B2Z Engineering for BM Benchmark Construction LLC as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) regarding the Hidalgo Health Clinic.
PO # Application # Date Amount
898830 1 06/30/2025 $5,000.00

(Audio Reference 18m:34s)

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 item 15.N.7.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
 
8.
AI-100118
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 17 06/01/2025 $38,872.86
Attachments:
 
O.
 
HIDTA - Task Force:
 
1.
AI-100007
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software subscription through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative (Contract No. DIR-CPO-5303), with CDW Corporation dba CDW Government LLC, in the total amount of $544.00
 
P.
 
Human Resources:
 
1.
AI-100047
Civil Service Department
Requesting approval to enter into three (3) one (1) year software license agreements with automatic one (1) year renewals with Canva US Inc., in the total amount of $300.00 annually.
 
2.
AI-100111
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year subscription with WIX.com LTD dba WIX, in the total estimated amount of $23.11
 
3.
AI-100117
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software license agreement for one (1) Microsoft Visio LTSC Standard 2024 user license with CDW-G in the total amount of $207.48 annually.
 
Q.
 
IT Department:
 
1.
AI-100018
Requesting approval to purchase Ethernet services through the HC's Master Agreement with SmartCom Telephone LLC (C-20-484-09-15), for the following location:
Line Item Service Description Term Service Location Monthly Recurring Cost One Time Installation Fee
1 1 Gbps Metro - E 60 months 1304 S. 25th Ave, Edinburg, Texas 78539 $449.00 $300.00
 
2.
AI-100006
Requesting approval of one (1) 36-month Ricoh Copier Lease Agreement (Model IMC401F) with Ricoh USA, Inc. through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 713-23) in the amount of $98.40 per month.
 
3.
AI-100072
Requesting approval to purchase Technical Services for ECR Assistance from sole source vendor Tyler Technologies, Inc., in the total amount of $370.00
 
4.
AI-100083
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Eaton Nonconcurrent Service Agreement through HC's membership with OMNIA Partners (Contract No. 23-6692-03), with Insight Public Sector, Inc., in the total amount of $6,254.27
 
5.
AI-100084
Requesting approval to purchase an Eaton Nonconcurrent battery with a two (2) year Service Agreement through HC's membership with OMNIA Partners (Contract No. 23-6692-03), with Insight Public Sector, Inc., in the total amount of $32,068.27
 
6.
AI-100107
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Subscription Agreement for eight SecureCRT (8) licenses through HC's membership with Omnia Partners Cooperative (Contract No. 23-6692-03), from Insight Public Sector, in the total amount of $462.60
 
R.
 
Juvenile Probation:
 
1.
AI-100116
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on Agenda Item 97912, approved by the Commissioner's Court on January 07, 2025, because services are no longer needed. 
Attachments:
 
S.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
1.
AI-99997
Requesting approval for multiple locations for the Sheriff's Department to enter into three (3) (Ricoh Model IM 5000) for sixty (60) month Lease Agreements with Knight Office Solutions, Inc. dba Knight Enterprise Solutions through HC's membership with PACE Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. P00307) for the total amount of $466.17 per month.
 
T.
 
Tax Office:
 
1.
AI-100004
Requesting authority to enter into a service agreement with Spectrum, a subsidiary of Charter Communications Operating, LLC, for cable services in the total amount of $94.00 monthly and a one-time installation fee of $99.00
 
U.
 
WIC:
 
1.
AI-100050
Pursuant to Tx LGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County W.I.C. Department's 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.  
 
2.
AI-100008
Requesting approval to enter into a five (5) year Commercial Security and Fire Alarm Agreement with automatic annual renewals, through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative (Contract No. 751-24), from Alan Yoder Enterprises Inc. dba Superior Alarms, in the total amount of $25.00 per month and a one-time installation fee of $1,321.65
 
3.
AI-100063
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for “Lease of Office Space – Mercedes WIC” (RFB 25-0384) with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
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 22nd day of July, 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 July 22, 2025.

Signed this 30th day of July 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