SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 30, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 30th day of September 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 SEPTEMBER 30, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 25m:49s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 5.A.1&2 and 13.D.4, for further discussion.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval to the Commissioner's Court - Consent Agenda, with the exception of items pulled for discussion.
Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously
Reference Consent Agenda Items 5.A.1&2 and 13.D.4 for action taken.
1.
AI-100796
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-100797
Fund Information Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-100843
Pursuant to Local Government Code §115.0035, requesting approval of the attached County Auditor's review/audit letters.
Attachments:
C.
AI-100842
Pursuant to Local Government Code §114.044, requesting approval of the attached monthly collection reports.
Attachments:
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-100876
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
Attachments:
4.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-100873
HIDTA DOJ (1256):
Requesting approval from the County Treasurer to process payment for fuel reimbursement in the amount of $30.00 for HIDTA employee after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor REQ #00525167.
Employee paid for fuel due to fuel card not working properly.
Requesting approval from the County Treasurer to process payment for fuel reimbursement in the amount of $30.00 for HIDTA employee after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor REQ #00525167.
Employee paid for fuel due to fuel card not working properly.
Attachments:
B.
AI-100871
HIDTA DOJ (1256):
Requesting approval from the County Treasurer to process payment for meals reimbursement in the amount of $59.00 for HIDTA employee after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor REQ #00525166.
Employee paid for meals due to last minute travel with Mr. Palacios to San Antonio.
Requesting approval from the County Treasurer to process payment for meals reimbursement in the amount of $59.00 for HIDTA employee after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor REQ #00525166.
Employee paid for meals due to last minute travel with Mr. Palacios to San Antonio.
Attachments:
5.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-100956
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $709,204.71 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 9/11/2025 thru 9/17/2025:
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. (Audio Reference 26m:07s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 5.A.1&2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.A.1&2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| 09/11/2025 - 09/17/2025 | $709,204.71 |
| Total | $709,204.71 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. (Audio Reference 26m:07s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 5.A.1&2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 5.A.1&2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-100890
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 09/01/2025 - 09/15/2025 in the amount of $43,697.15 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 09/01/2025 - 09/15/2025 in the amount of $43,697.15 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
6.
Health & Human Services:
A.
AI-100779
Acknowledgment and approval of the Hidalgo County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Volunteer Handbook, and General Release and Confidentiality Agreement, with authorization for the Hidalgo County MRC to begin accepting volunteers and organizing program activities.
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-100877
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1 | C2253-02-000-0021-00 | CORELOGIC TAX SERVICES LLC | $4,274.46 |
| 2 | S3000-99-000-0002-19 | CHEP USA | $19,110.81 |
| 3 | W3800-00-640-0000-09 | PAYNE ESTATE LLC | $3,367.71 |
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-100915
Historical Commission (1100):
Approval to pay membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
Approval to pay membership dues with authority for County Treasurer to issue check once auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor for the following:
| Vendor | Inv. date | Amount |
| Preservation Texas | 9/18/25 | $100.00 |
| Texas Tropical Trail | 9/17/25 | $150.00 |
Attachments:
B.
AI-100894
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 $520.00 (Requisition #00525238), 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 $520.00 (Requisition #00525238), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
9.
Head Start:
A.
AI-100907
Approval of Monthly Reports for August 2025:
1. Program Information Summary (PIS) Report
2. Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment-Average Daily Attendance Report
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report
1. Program Information Summary (PIS) Report
2. Financial and Credit Card Log Reports
3. Enrollment-Average Daily Attendance Report
4. Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Report
Attachments:
B.
AI-100905
Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete and Auction the attached List of Items and to Transfer Items to the County's Approval Auctioneer Bond and Bond Auction Company, for proper Disposition.
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10.
IT Department:
A.
AI-100856
Authorization and approval to purchase new GPS devices with data service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: OMNIA R210404-TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS with IRON BOW TECHNOLOGIES for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| Elections Department | 3 | New GPS Data Service |
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11.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-100895
Health Various (1293):
Approval of the following change in funding source/distribution as listed below, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following change in funding source/distribution as listed below, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||||
| Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. | Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. |
| 340-070 | 113 | 0005 | Public Health Technician I | 07/01 | 100% | 340-006 | 113 | 0007 | Public Health Technician I | 07/01 | 100% |
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12.
Sheriff's Office:
A.
AI-100692
Sheriff's Office - Callyo Attestation Documentation
Approval to ratify action authorizing Hidalgo County Sheriff to execute the Callyo/Motorola Solutions Attestation and any subsequent forms
Approval to ratify action authorizing Hidalgo County Sheriff to execute the Callyo/Motorola Solutions Attestation and any subsequent forms
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.
AI-100947
1. In accordance with TLGC 263.151(2) and 263.152(a)(1) (3) requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A" as surplus for sale through auction and to remove assets after the auction or to dispose of assets if no bids are received.
2. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise, vehicles, and equipment.
2. Pursuant to TLGC 263.153, requesting authority to publish an advertisement for the auction of general merchandise, vehicles, and equipment.
Attachments:
B.
AI-100897
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software license agreement for OpenGov, through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR-CPO-5327) with Vertosoft LLC, an OpenGov reseller, in the total amount of $46,775.42
C.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-100733
Requesting approval of a thirty (30) day written notice of termination of the agreement between HC and Paris Bakery, LLC (C-21-0959-01-17) for “Lease of Food/Retail Space – at the New Hidalgo County Courthouse”.
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-100976
Pursuant to Article 14 of the professional engineering services agreement with L&G Engineering, (C-15-300-09-01) for Work Authorization No. 6, requesting authority to engage subcontractor Ambiotec Environmental Consultants for environmental site assessment services for the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project.
Attachments:
2.
AI-100884
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $58,685.77 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project Mission Segment 1 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, Urbe 21 Design & Construction, LLC (Contract C-25-0170-05-13) and reviewed by the Project Manager, Julian Ibarra.
Attachments:
3.
AI-100833
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 27 in the amount of $126,084.31 for the 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.
Attachments:
4.
AI-100892
Requesting approval to pay Invoice No. 20540 in the amount of $38,669.79 submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC, to provide field data collection activities and plans specifications & estimates (PS&E) needed for additional work required services under Contract No. C-24-0118-10-01 (WA#2) for the Pct 2 Nolana Loop Project. (Audio Reference 26m:07s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.D.4.
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 13.D.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 13.D.4.
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 13.D.4.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-100967
Requesting approval to process the following Invoice No. 2025-090, in the amount of $5,445.00, for the Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Project (ARPA-22-123-075, Community Resource Center), submitted by project architect, ERO Architects.
Attachments:
2.
AI-100966
Requesting approval to process the following Invoice No. 2, in the amount of $24,495.16, for the Farm to Market 2221 (FM2221) Storm Water Project, submitted by project engineer, J&R Engineering, LLC.
Attachments:
3.
AI-100950
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application No. 12, in the amount of $18,888.95, for the Liberty Blvd. Project (U.S. 83 to Mile 3), submitted by the project engineer SAMES, Inc.
4.
AI-100931
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove assets from Hidalgo County Precinct 3 inventory, declared as “Salvage Property“ listed in "Exhibit A" due to items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
F.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-100963
Requesting acceptance and approval of invoice listed below for processing and payment;
| Invoice Date | Project Name | Vendor Name | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 09/10/2025 | Trenton Roadway Improvements | Tedsi | 203239 | 859188 | $12,274.04 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-100927
A. Requesting authority to ratify Agenda Item 100682 approved by HC Commissioners Court on 09/16/2025, to reflect the corrected Agreement Exhibit C, Exhibit D, and Exhibit E.
B. Requesting authority to ratify Agenda Item 100682 approved by HC Commissioners Court on 09/16/2025, to reflect the correct Work Authorization No.1 amount not to exceed $989,979.13, and revised Attachment A, Attachment B, and Attachment C.
B. Requesting authority to ratify Agenda Item 100682 approved by HC Commissioners Court on 09/16/2025, to reflect the correct Work Authorization No.1 amount not to exceed $989,979.13, and revised Attachment A, Attachment B, and Attachment C.
Attachments:
3.
AI-100933
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151. (1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove the assets from Hidalgo County Precinct 4 inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in Exhibit "A" due to the items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
G.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-100936
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 between Hidalgo County and L&G Consulting Engineers, for the RGV - MPO Technical Advisory Committee & Transportation Policy Board Advisor (C-21-117-11-30), to extend the termination date of the agreement.
Attachments:
H.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-100081
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 903556, for "Repair and Maintenance Services for the Elevators and Escalators at the New Courthouse" with Schindler Elevator Corporation, in the total amount of $150,306.84
Attachments:
2.
AI-100874
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 903564, for the Health Department Restroom Remodels & ADA Corrections with SKO Elite Repair, LLC, in the total amount of $212,541.99.
Attachments:
3.
AI-100888
Requesting approval of Invoice No. 1160058978 in the amount of $42,369.53 through PO# 897332 for HDR Architecture, Inc., regarding the County Courthouse Phase II Project through County Contract C-16-141-10-31 Amendment 26; with authority for County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
4.
AI-100879
A) Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 2 in the amount of $158,504.46 through PO# 897340 for Noble Texas Builders, LLC, regarding the County Courthouse Phase II Project; with authority for the County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
B) Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 3 in the amount of $102,424.63 through PO# 897340 for Noble Texas Builders, LLC, regarding the County Courthouse Phase II Project; with authority for the County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
B) Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 3 in the amount of $102,424.63 through PO# 897340 for Noble Texas Builders, LLC, regarding the County Courthouse Phase II Project; with authority for the County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
5.
AI-100943
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 1 in the amount of $205,774.58 through PO# 900764 for EB Merit Construction regarding the Juvenile Mental Health Facility Project; with authority for the County Judge or Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
I.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-100938
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151. (1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove the assets from Hidalgo County Health and Human Services inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in Exhibit "A" due to the items deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
Attachments:
2.
AI-100883
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 | 10 | 09/16/2025 | $15,797.99 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-100922
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year CAT RAM Subscription Renewal Agreement for the HC Health Department generators, with Holt Texas LTD dba Holt Cat in the total amount of $1,080.00
Attachments:
J.
Human Resources:
1.
AI-100630
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software license agreement with automatic one (1) year renewals for "Kahoot! 360 Pro Plus" with Kahoot! AS, in the total amount of $294.00
Attachments:
K.
IT Department:
1.
AI-100832
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software subscription for Veeam Data Platform Premium through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative (Contract No. DIR-CPO-5687), with NETSYNC Network Solutions, in the total amount of $8,857.20
Attachments:
2.
AI-100835
A. Requesting approval to rescind action on Agenda Item 100216, approved by HCCC on 08/05/2025, for the purchase of Trend Micro Smart Protection Complete Subscription.
B. Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software subscription for Trend Vision One through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative (Contract No. DIR-CPO-5241), with SHI Governmental Solutions, Inc., in the total amount of $41,117.19
B. Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software subscription for Trend Vision One through HC's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative (Contract No. DIR-CPO-5241), with SHI Governmental Solutions, Inc., in the total amount of $41,117.19
Attachments:
L.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-100912
Requesting approval to purchase removal and disposal services of Mercury, with Crystal Clean, LLC, in the total estimated amount of $14,963.00
Attachments:
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 30th day of September, 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 September 30, 2025.
Signed this 2nd day of October 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 30th day of September, 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 September 30, 2025.
Signed this 2nd day of October 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