SPECIAL MEETING - OCTOBER 28, 2025
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 28th day of October 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 OCTOBER 28, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 23m:19s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 3.B.1.d; 7.A.1&2; 16.C.1; 16.D.3; 16.E.1; 16.G.1; 16.L.3, for further discussion.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, 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 3.B.1.d; 7.A.1&2; 16.C.1; 16.D.3; 16.E.1; 16.G.1; 16.L.3 for action taken.
1.
AI-101083
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-101084
Fund Information Report
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-101249
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
B.
AI-101206
1. Preliminary Approval
a. East MGM Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Homar Garza) (Tower Road & Curry Road)
No. of Lots: 10 Single-Family
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 Tower Road and Curry Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Tower Road & Curry Road are paved.
b. Curtex Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Garco, LTD.) (Curve Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 7 Single-Family
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 Curve Road and Texas Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Curve Road & Texas Road are paved.
c. La Villita Estates No. 4 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Amaja Land, LLC.) (Mile 10 North Road & Victoria Road)
No. of Lots: 23 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:3
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 10 North Road & Victoria Road are paved.1 internal street to be paved.
d. Los Naranjos Estates Ph. II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Evert Enterprises, Inc.) (Texan Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 72 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:17
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Texan Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 3.B.1.d.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 3.B.1.d.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
e. Meadow View on Trenton Subdivision- Pct. 1 (O.G. Construction & Dev., LLC.) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 84 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:10
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
f. Fontainebleau Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Garco, LTD.) (Benito Ramirez Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 198 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:32
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road and Kenyon Road are paved.7 internal streets to be paved.
g. El Encantado Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Dev., LLC.) (Hutto Road & Sioux Road)
No. of Lots: 230 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:32
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Hutto Road and Sioux Road are paved.8 internal streets to be paved.
h. Los Cortijos No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Dev., LLC.) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 75 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
i. TJ Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (JOJO Thomas) (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 7 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X & AE
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by surface runoff from the lots into Davis Road and Cesar Chavez Road discharging to an existing grate inlet.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road are paved.
a. East MGM Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Homar Garza) (Tower Road & Curry Road)
No. of Lots: 10 Single-Family
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 Tower Road and Curry Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Tower Road & Curry Road are paved.
b. Curtex Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Garco, LTD.) (Curve Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 7 Single-Family
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 Curve Road and Texas Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Curve Road & Texas Road are paved.
c. La Villita Estates No. 4 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Amaja Land, LLC.) (Mile 10 North Road & Victoria Road)
No. of Lots: 23 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:3
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 10 North Road & Victoria Road are paved.1 internal street to be paved.
d. Los Naranjos Estates Ph. II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Evert Enterprises, Inc.) (Texan Road & Mile 7 North Road)
No. of Lots: 72 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:17
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Texan Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved. (Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 3.B.1.d.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 3.B.1.d.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
e. Meadow View on Trenton Subdivision- Pct. 1 (O.G. Construction & Dev., LLC.) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 84 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:10
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
f. Fontainebleau Ranches Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Garco, LTD.) (Benito Ramirez Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 198 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:32
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road and Kenyon Road are paved.7 internal streets to be paved.
g. El Encantado Phase 3 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Dev., LLC.) (Hutto Road & Sioux Road)
No. of Lots: 230 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:32
Filling Stations:10
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Hutto Road and Sioux Road are paved.8 internal streets to be paved.
h. Los Cortijos No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Dev., LLC.) (Trenton Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 75 Single-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Trenton Road is paved and 3 internal streets to be paved.
i. TJ Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (JOJO Thomas) (Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road)
No. of Lots: 7 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X & AE
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by surface runoff from the lots into Davis Road and Cesar Chavez Road discharging to an existing grate inlet.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Davis Road & Cesar Chavez Road are paved.
Attachments:
4.
Veterans Services:
A.
AI-101197
Requesting reimbursement for Samuel Perez Jr., Director of Veterans Services, in the amount of $350.00 for the Membership and Registration of the November 13 & 14, 2025, National Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO) Virtual Advanced Appeals Course, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
5.
HIDTA - Task Force:
A.
AI-101169
HIDTA - Treasury (1252):
Requesting approval of appropriations of Treasury Funds in the amount of $20,000.00 for repairs as needed to HIDTA Facility and in the amount of $23,345.83 for Prop & other insurance coverage from 1-12/25.
Requesting approval of appropriations of Treasury Funds in the amount of $20,000.00 for repairs as needed to HIDTA Facility and in the amount of $23,345.83 for Prop & other insurance coverage from 1-12/25.
6.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-101114
District Clerk - Fee report for the month of September 2025 - $480,649.46
Attachments:
B.
AI-101129
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2025 September
Attachments:
7.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-101184
1. Ratification and approval of reimbursement in the amount of $2,241,167.11 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 9/18/2025 thru 10/15/2025.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid (Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 7.A.1&2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1&2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| 9/18/2025 - 9/24/2025 | $871,095.97 |
| 9/25/2025 - 9/30/2025 | (950,214.17) |
| 10/1/2025 - 10/8/2025 | $1,207,103.21 |
| 10/9/2025 - 10/15/2025 | $1,113,182.10 |
| TOTAL | 2,241,167.11 |
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid (Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 7.A.1&2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 4, ELLIE TORRES, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 7.A.1&2.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
B.
AI-101220
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 10/01/2025 - 10/15/2025 in the amount of $55,479.92 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 10/01/2025 - 10/15/2025 in the amount of $55,479.92 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
8.
Health & Human Services:
A.
AI-101211
Approval of Commercial Application for Property 504063, waiver of TCEQ OSSF Environmental Health requirements due to existing system design pursuant to County Order regulating on-site sewage facilities as a matter of public health and safety.
B.
AI-101227
Acknowledgement of HCHHSD entering a partnership with Donna North High School and Yaqui Animal Rescue for a microchip clinic on November 8, 2025. (Audio Reference 19m:31s)
Public participant Mrs. Fern McClaugherty thanked the Court for including this agenda item and expressed her appreciation for the partnership. She added that she hoped the County would also explore other ways to support students beyond this initiative.
Commissioner David Fuentes noted that the County has been collaborating with Donna North High School teacher Amanda Cedillo on the spay and neuter program. He stated that the County and the school are continuing their efforts to sustain this program and commended the students for their active involvement in addressing the community’s stray pet population. Commissioner Fuentes clarified that, through Health and Human Services, the Court has allocated additional funding to continue the program into the next year.
The Court proceeded to Agenda Item 16.A.
Attachments:
C.
AI-101234
Acknowledgment of the advisement made by the City of Alton, Texas, to the County of Hidalgo that it will assume health division responsibilities within their jurisdiction in accordance with Chapter 437 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, including but not limited to conducting Food Establishment Inspections within its municipal jurisdiction which are currently conducted by the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department effective October 15, 2025.
Attachments:
9.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-101118
| NO | ACCOUNT | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | A3600.00.006.0003.05 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $3,739.29 |
| 2. | A3600.99.006.0003.02 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $2,708.61 |
| 3. | A6865.01.000.0001.00 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $4,956.60 |
| 4. | A6865.99.000.0001.02 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $2,841.69 |
| 5. | A6855.99.000.0001.03 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $4,075.30 |
| 6. | A6857.99.000.0001.09 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $3,501.04 |
| 7. | A6856.99.000.0001.03 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $3,101.50 |
| 8. | B2035.99.000.0001.10 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $5,321.15 |
| 9. | B2310.00.000.0002.00 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $13,679.85 |
| 10. | C1830.99.000.0004.04 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $4,209.38 |
| 11. | C2830.99.000.0001.07 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $2,899.85 |
| 12. | C4310.00.000.0001.00 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $21,467.68 |
| 13. | C4310.99.000.0001.01 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $9,506.17 |
| 14. | C4477.00.000.0001.00 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $15,026.64 |
| 15. | C4468.99.000.0001.05 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $4,104.85 |
| 16. | C4467.99.000.000A.04 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $2,889.49 |
| 17. | C4479.99.000.0001.05 | RYAN LLC PAYING FOR 7-11 | $4,372.74 |
| 18. | P8400.99.000.0135.05 | MARIO VERDI | $7,047.22 |
Attachments:
10.
Adult Probation:
A.
AI-101144
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 July and August 2025 in the amount of $334.00 and $476.00 respectively.
Attachments:
11.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-101299
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 $2600.00 (Requisition #00527533), 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 $2600.00 (Requisition #00527533), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-101147
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay annual membership (10/2025-10/2026) renewal for Fire Marshal Homero Garza, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Eric Sanchez and Deputy Fire Marshal Oscar Lopez in the amount of $335.00 to International Association of Arson Investigators with the authority for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay annual membership (10/2025-10/2026) renewal for Fire Marshal Homero Garza, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Eric Sanchez and Deputy Fire Marshal Oscar Lopez in the amount of $335.00 to International Association of Arson Investigators with the authority for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
C.
AI-101154
Public Defenders (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawayers association for ten (10) attorneys in the amount of $600.00 (Req# 00526736) with authority for County Treasures to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawayers association for ten (10) attorneys in the amount of $600.00 (Req# 00526736) with authority for County Treasures to issue a check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
D.
AI-101163
Facilities Management:
Requesting approval to submit an Annual Membership Application with Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT) for the 2026 Hidalgo County membership in the amount of $100.00 with authority for the HC Facilities Management Director or the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Requesting approval to submit an Annual Membership Application with Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT) for the 2026 Hidalgo County membership in the amount of $100.00 with authority for the HC Facilities Management Director or the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
12.
Head Start:
A.
AI-101257
Approval of Monthly Reports for September 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:
13.
Urban County:
A.
AI-101236
Requesting approval to purchase park equipment for the City of Mercedes in the amount of $14,105.28. Funding for this purchase will be utilized from the CBDG Fiscal Year 2023 Mercedes Parks and Recreational Facilities funds.
Attachments:
14.
IT Department:
A.
AI-101142
Authorization and approval to purchase wireless service plans, 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: |
| Elections Department | 7 | New Data Service |
| Tax Office | 1 | New Data Service |
Attachments:
15.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-101128
WIC Various (1292):
Approval of the following change in funding source/distribution as listed below, effective 11/03/2025 and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following change in funding source/distribution as listed below, effective 11/03/2025 and for calendar year 2026:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||||
| Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. | Sub Fun/ Dept/Prg. |
Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. |
| 350-017 | 113 | 0001 | Registered Nurse Consultant (IBCL) | 18/09 | 100% | 350-017 | 113 | 0001 | Registered Nurse Consultant (IBCL) | 18/09 | 80% |
| 350-031 | 0001 | 20% | |||||||||
| 350-017 | 113 | 0008 | International Board Certified Lactation Consultant | 11/02 | 100% | 350-017 | 113 | 0008 | International Board Certified Lactation Consultant | 11/02 | 80% |
| 350-031 | 0002 | 20% | |||||||||
| 350-017 | 113 | 0011 | Registered Dietitian IBCLC | 14/02 |
100% | 350-017 | 113 | 0011 | Registered Dietitian IBCLC | 14/02 | 95% |
| 350-031 | 0003 |
5%
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Attachments:
B.
AI-101146
Various Depts (1100):
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2026:
Approval of the following salary schedule changes in accordance with the Hidalgo County Classification & Compensation Pay Plan effective as indicated and for calendar year 2026:
| FROM | TO | |||||||
| Action | Dept/Prg. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | Budgeted Salary | G/S | Proposed Salary | Effective Date |
| Budget Adjustment (Promotion) | 121-013 | 0003 | Mechanic III | 10/01 | $45,168.00 | 10/03 | $48,385.00 | 09/22/2025 |
| Budget Adjustment (Demotion) | 340-003 | 0072 | Registered Nurse III | 15/01 | $66,366.00 | 15/02 | $68,689.00 | 10/06/2025 |
Attachments:
C.
AI-101215
Health Clinics/Human Services (1100):
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. |
| 340-003 | 113 | 0067 | Social Worker | 12/06 | 100% | 240-001 | 113 | 0044 | Social Worker | 12/06 | 100% |
Attachments:
16.
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-101219
Pursuant to Texas Constitution, Article 3, Section 52, requesting acceptance and approval of the "Public Purpose Declaration" for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to include the purchase through (the Requisition and Purchase Order protocol of Hidalgo County) of miscellaneous items, as listed on Exhibit A, with the affixing of any applicable identifying Purchasing Department logos (i.e. printed materials, supplies and other related items as needed) which assist in the Purchasing Department’s efforts in disseminating information including, but not limited to the following:
1. Hidalgo County Ribbon Cutting / Groundbreaking Events;
2. Hidalgo County Project Updates and Expos;
3. Hidalgo County Training Events and Conferences;
4. Employee / Public Recognition Plaques;
5. Pictures, Displays, Frames, Banners, Table Cloth Covers / Skirts and Other related items. (Audio Reference 22m:22s)
1. Hidalgo County Ribbon Cutting / Groundbreaking Events;
2. Hidalgo County Project Updates and Expos;
3. Hidalgo County Training Events and Conferences;
4. Employee / Public Recognition Plaques;
5. Pictures, Displays, Frames, Banners, Table Cloth Covers / Skirts and Other related items. (Audio Reference 22m:22s)
Public participant Mrs. Fern McClaugherty inquired whether the materials mentioned in this item would display the Hidalgo County logo or serve as another form of advertising.
Mr. Valde Guerra clarified that the materials will feature the official Hidalgo County logo. He further explained that the Purchasing Department uses these items primarily for training and informational purposes and that other departments often request assistance from Purchasing in organizing training sessions.
The Court proceeded to the balance of the consent agenda.
Attachments:
B.
AI-101157
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151. (1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove the assets from Hidalgo County Purchasing Department's (Surplus) 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:
C.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-101254
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 4 from B2Z Engineering, LLC, for the Construction Management Services for Phase II Project - Courthouse Demolition and Other Services (C-21-0819-11-16), to extend the termination date of the agreement. (Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.C.1.
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 16.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.C.1.
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 16.C.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-101124
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 8 (Retainage), the amount of $42,041.44 for services rendered in connection with the Pct.1 Mercedes Gate Structure Stormwater project as submitted by Clore Equipment, LLC.
Attachments:
2.
AI-101139
Requesting approval to process payment for invoice No.4 in the amount of $33,044.38 as submitted by J&R Engineering, LLC for engineering services rendered for Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Mercedes Gate Structure Stormwater Project ARPA Project # ARPA-22-121-044.
Attachments:
3.
AI-101239
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);
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.D.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 16.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Contract No. | Invoice No. | PO No. | Invoice Amount |
| C-24-0211-07-09 WA#1 | 10123 | 884169 | $25,023.26 |
| C-24-0211-07-09 WA#2 | 10124 | 894671 | $6,499.94 |
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.D.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 16.D.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-101166
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:
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.E.1.
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 16.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Project Name | Invoice Date |
Invoice No. |
Total Amount | PO No. |
| Las Milpas Road Project (WA#2) |
10/08/25
|
20548 | $7,193.03 | 856176 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - McAllen Segment 2 (WA#4) ARPA-21-122-040 | 10/07/25 | 20549 | $7,752.84 | 888353 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - Hidalgo Segment (WA#5) ARPA-21-122-040 | 10/07/25 | 20550 | $4,492.81 | 888445 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - Mission Segment 2 (WA#6) ARPA-21-122-040 | 10/07/25 | 20551 | $7,330.35 | 901751 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - Mission Segment (WA#7) ARPA-21-122-040 | 10/07/25 | 20552 | $8,483.28 | 902721 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project - McAllen Segment 1 (WA#8) ARPA-21-122-040 | 10/07/25 | 20553 | $15,698.96 | 902722 |
| McAllen Health Clinic Improvement Project (WA#1) ARPA-24-340-352 | 10/06/25 | 20554 | $19,701.72 | 884219 |
| Hidalgo Health Clinic Improvement Project (WA#1) ARPA-22-340-088 | 10/06/25 | 20556 | $14,751.37 | 878531 |
| Nolana Loop Road Project (WA#1) | 10/07/25 | 20558 | $58,974.25 | 888404 |
| Nolana Loop Road Project (WA#2) | 10/08/25 | 20559 | $4,867.29 | 902646 |
| Palmer Pavilion Park Improvement Project (WA#1) | 10/06/25 | 20560 | $15,158.73 | 895747 |
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.E.1.
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 16.E.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
2.
AI-101278
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $80,803.01 for the 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:
F.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-101171
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 9 in the amount of $542,699.85 from IOC Company LLC., for the Liberty Blvd . "US 83 to Mile 3" project (CSJ:0921-02-194) as certified for payment by the Project Engineer, SAMES Inc.
Attachments:
2.
AI-101194
Requesting approval of Contingency Allowance Expenditure Authorizations (CAEA) No. 8 in connection with the "Construction for [ARPA-22-123-075] - Hidalgo County Precinct 3 El Paraiso Community Resource Center & [ARPA-21-340-019] - El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvement Project" (C-23-0277-11-28) from the contracted vendor, NM Contracting, LLC, to address changes in allowances.
Attachments:
3.
AI-101223
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from 8/A Builders, LLC for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvements Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion" project, along with final payment of $8,009.64, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
G.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-101289
Requesting acceptance and approval of the invoices listed below for processing and payment;
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.G.1.
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 16.G.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
| Invoice Date | Invoice Number | Vendor Name | Project Name | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount | ARPA Project Number |
| 10/07/2025 | 40248 | B2Z Engineering | San Manuel ESF Canopy Addition | 892639 | $1,194.05 | NA |
| 10/02/2025 | 203254 | Tedsi | Trenton Roadway Improvements | 859188 | $17,835.69 | NA |
| 10/14/2025 | 3 | Saenz Brothers Construction | J-01 SW Project | 888836 | $478,676.70 | 23-124-346 |
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.G.1.
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 16.G.1.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
Attachments:
H.
Juvenile Probation:
1.
AI-101287
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "Pool of Licensed Professional Counseling Services" (RFP No. 25-0615), with authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary.
Attachments:
I.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-101125
Requesting approval of sixteen (16) Ricoh Copier sixty (60) Month Lease Agreements with Ricoh USA, Inc. through HC's membership with BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative (Contract No. 713-23) in the amount of $1,835.00 per month.
Attachments:
2.
AI-101240
Requesting authority to exercise the sixty (60) day contract extension with Tru Bleu Pure Water, LLC “Bottled Water Services” (C-22-0319-09-06) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
J.
Constables:
1.
AI-101140
Constable Precinct No. 3
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.
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.
Attachments:
K.
Facilities Management:
1.
AI-101245
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Rio United Builders, LLC for the "Annex 3 Parking Lot Seal Coat" project, with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facility Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
2.
AI-101246
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Rio United Builders, LLC for the "Elections Warehouse Building Improvements" project, with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facility Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
L.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-101152
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 | 2025-158 | 09/30/2025 | $3,335.00 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-101153
Requesting approval to process the following invoice as submitted by Millennium Engineers Group, Inc., for geotechnical and construction material testing services for the La Mansion Project:
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 2 | 895944 | 25-09-0059 | 09/30/2025 | $2,152.25 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-101175
Requesting approval to process the following payment application submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for BM Benchmark Construction, LLC as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) regarding the Hidalgo Health Clinic.
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.L.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 16.L.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
| PO # | Application # | Date | Amount |
| 898830 | 3 | 08/30/2025 | $119,405.50 |
(Audio Reference 23m:46s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 16.L.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 16.L.3.
Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
Attachments:
4.
AI-101177
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from SKO Elite Repair, LLC. for "Pulmonary Area Remodel” along with the final payment of $46,925.28, with authority for the Hidalgo County Facility Management Director or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
5.
AI-101158
Requesting approval for the Health & Human Services Department to purchase gift cards at H.E.B as approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (grantor agency) to promote treatment compliance for Tuberculosis Program patients. The purchase would involve the use of the County's credit card as purchase orders are not accepted.
Attachments:
M.
IT Department:
1.
AI-101155
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 904683, for the purchase of a one (1) year Canva software subscription with automatic one (1) year renewal periods with Canva Us Inc., in the total amount of $120.00 annually.
Attachments:
N.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-101148
Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year software license agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office and CorEMR L.C., for an Electronic Medical Records System in the total amount of $87,000.00 in the first year and $56,500.00 in the subsequent years.
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 28th day of October, 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 October 28, 2025.
Signed this 31st 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 28th day of October, 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 October 28, 2025.
Signed this 31st 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