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Minutes for CC CONSENT AGENDA SPECIAL MTG

SPECIAL MEETING - DECEMBER 9, 2025

BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 9th day of December 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:
    
AGENDA
CC REGULAR CONSENT
COMMISSIONERS COURT
DECEMBER 9, 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discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon.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 20m:44s)

County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 4.A.1-3; 11.F.1; 11.E.4; and 11.M.1 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 items pulled for discussion.

Vote: 5 - 0 - Unanimously

Reference Consent Agenda Items 4.A.1-3; 11.F.1; 11.E.4; and 11.M.1 for action taken.

 
1.
AI-101653
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-101654
Fund Information Report
 
B.
AI-101573
Approval for the County Auditor's Office to conduct an audit of the Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report prepared by the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office, HIDTA, Constable Precinct 1, Constable Precinct 2, Constable Precinct 3, Constable Precinct 4, Constable Precinct 5, and Hidalgo County Fire Marshal for fiscal year 2025, and the District Attorney's Office for fiscal year 2026 pursuant to the Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Report requirements.
 
3.
 
Planning Department:
 
A.
AI-101681
Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b)
 
4.
 
Human Resources:
 
A.
AI-101670
1.  Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,199,406.07 to AETNA Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 11/13/2025 thru 11/19/2025.
11/13/2025 - 11/19/2025 $1,199,406.07
Total $1,199,406.07

2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
3. Approval to make payment to AETNA Insurance Company in relation to administrative and stop loss fees (invoice J2812844) for the month of December 2025 in the amount of $297,606.97 with authority for County Treasurer to process wire transfer after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. (Audio Reference 21m:07s)

Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 4.A.1-3.

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 4.A.1-3.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
B.
AI-101669
Sheriff (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2026:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Current Amount Proposed Amount
Remove Clothing Allowance 280-001 0405 Senior Deputy Sheriff $500.00 $0.00
Add Clothing Allowance 280-001 0059 Senior Deputy Sheriff $0.00 $500.00
Attachments:
 
5.
 
Executive Office:
 
A.
AI-101544
Acceptance and approval of the following invoices for Premium/Fees of 2026 Coverage for Property Lines and Casualty Lines Insurance Policies effective January 01, 2026 through January 01, 2027 with authority for County Treasurer to issue checks after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor with authority for County Executive Officer to sign any applicable documentation received throughout term of insurance coverage.
Vendor Amount Invoice #
McGriff, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company $3,064,349.80 5645195
Montalvo Insurance Agency $3,759,085.99 262701331613

 
6.
 
Constable Pct. #1:
 
A.
AI-101750
Requesting approval to accept the donation from the Home Depot in Weslaco, Texas, to the Hidalgo County Constable Pct.1 in the total amount of $100.00
Attachments:
 
7.
 
Membership Dues/Certifications:
 
A.
AI-101646
Requesting approval to pay the following 2026 membership fees for CFM Fernando Garza Jr., with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor: 1) 2026 Texas Floodplain Management Association  TFMA Membership ($50) and CFM Recertification fees ($50) for a total of $100.00  (req. no. 529428)
Attachments:
 
B.
AI-101645
Requesting approval to pay the following 2026 membership fees for CFM Cynthia Hernandez, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
1) 2026 Texas Floodplain Management Association TFMA Membership ($50) and CFM Recertification fees ($50) for a total of $100.00 (req. no. 529045)
Attachments:
 
8.
 
Head Start:
 
A.
AI-101630
Approval of Monthly Reports for October 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/Snack Report
 
9.
 
IT Department:
 
A.
AI-101595
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:
Juvenile Probation / Boot Camp 3 New Data Service
Attachments:
 
10.
 
Pct. #4:
 
A.
AI-101673
Requesting reimbursement for Commissioner Pct. 4 Ellie Torres in the amount of $225.00 for July 2025-December 2025 invoices paid to Switcher after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 
 
11.
 
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
 
A.
 
Hidalgo County:
 
1.
AI-101708
Ratification of First Modification to Amendment No. 6 - AIA A133-2009 Standard Form of Agreement between Owner and Construction Manager as Constructor C-17-292A-03-27 (Morganti, Texas Inc.) 
 
B.
 
County Judge's Office:
 
1.
AI-101644
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software license agreement with automatic one (1) year renewals with Canva US Inc., in the total amount of $149.90 annually.
 
C.
 
Pct. #1:
 
1.
AI-101677
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 12 in the amount of $846,718.53 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-101742
Requesting approval pursuant to Art. III, Sec 52 of the Texas Constitution, the expenditure of County funds relating to the employee luncheon that will be held on December 19, 2025, for a luncheon to recognize employees, finding that the event serves a public purpose in increasing employee morale; with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment for costs associated with event, after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-101667
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $259,558.34 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:
 
3.
AI-101664
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 10 in the amount of $905,645.57 for the Pct 2 Nolana Loop (FM 1426 - FM907) Project submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-24-0098-08-20 and reviewed by the project engineer, Saul R. Munoz, P.E.
 
4.
AI-101687
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $169,594.48 for Pct. 2 Recreational Trails Connectivity Project McAllen Segment 1 (ARPA-21-122-040) submitted by the contractor, RBM Contractors, LLC (Contract C-25-0169-05-13) and reviewed by the Project Manager, Julian Ibarra.
Attachments:
 
5.
AI-101736
Requesting approval of Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $128,844.63 for Pct. 2 Palmer Pavilion Park Improvement Project submitted by the contractor, 8/A Builders, LLC (C-25-0235-04-15) and reviewed by the Project Manager, Julian Ibarra.
Attachments:
 
E.
 
Pct. #3:
 
1.
AI-101666
Requesting approval to pay the following Final Payment Application No. 12, in the amount of $8,009.64, for the Precinct 3 Park Improvement Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion and Smokehouse (ARPA-21-123-023), submitted by the contractor 8/A Builders, LLC.
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-101665
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application No. 11, in the amount of $29,361.50, for the Precinct 3 Park Improvement Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion and Smokehouse (ARPA-21-123-023), submitted by the contractor 8/A Builders, LLC.
 
3.
AI-101584
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 14 in the amount of $59,022.46, for "Liberty Blvd. (US 83 to Mile 3)" (C-24-0065-09-03) submitted by the project engineer SAMES Inc. 
 
4.
AI-101730
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 4 from 8/A Builders, LLC, for the "[ARPA-23-123-328] Hidalgo County Precinct 3 5K Mansion Linear Park Trail" (Project No. 24-0162), for an extension of additional days, as recommended by the Project Engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC. (Audio Reference 21m:07s)

Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 11.E.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 11.E.4.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
5.
AI-101733
 A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Construction Change Directive No. 4 from 8/A Builders, LLC, for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] - Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvements Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion" project (C-24-0132-05-28), for changes to the Contingency Allowance balance, as recommended by the Project Architect, ROFA Architects Inc.
B. Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 2 from 8/A Builders, LLC, for the "[ARPA-21-123-023] - Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Park Improvements Project - Veterans Memorial Pavilion" project (C-24-0132-05-28), for a decrease of $8,774.47 in total cost, as recommended by the Project Architect, ROFA Architects Inc. 
 
F.
 
Pct. #4:
 
1.
AI-101711
Requesting acceptance and approval of payment of the project invoices listed below. 
INVOICE DATE PROJECT VENDOR P.O. NUMBER INVOICE NUMBER INVOICE AMOUNT
12/01/2025 HSIP 2023 GDJ ENGINEERING 885315 2025-195 $9,353.00
12/01/2025 RUSSELL RD WA#2 GDJ ENGINEERING 867303 2025-187 $17,597.00
12/01/2025 RUSSELL RD WA#3 GDJ ENGINEERING 905337 2025-194 $98,950.61
11/30/2025 MILE 5 WA#2 L&G ENGINEERING 808447 11330255 $411.81
11/30/2025 FM1925 WA#4  L&G ENGINEERING 902223 11330256 $5,880.00
11/30/2025 FM1925 WA#3  L&G ENGINEERING 868045 11330258 $2,731.19
11/30/2025 FM1925 WA#2  L&G ENGINEERING 854100 11330259 $720.00
12/01/2025 CANOPY ADDITION LSM RO ENGINEERING 878935 12012501 $8,276.00
11/26/2025 WA#1 SCHUNIOR  SAMES ENGINEERING 904878 2 $36,043.08

(Audio Reference 21m:34s)

Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 11.F.1.

On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 2, EDUARDO “EDDIE” CANTU, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.F.1.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously

The Court proceeded to the regular Commissioner’s Court Agenda – Item 5.
 
2.
AI-101262
Pursuant to the Texas Constitution, Article 3, Sect. 52, requesting acceptance and approval of the "Public Purpose Declaration" for Fiscal Year 2026 to include the purchase through [the Requisition and Purchase Order protocol of Hidalgo County] of miscellaneous items with the affixing of any applicable identifying Precinct 4 Logos [i.e. printed materials, supplies and other related items as needed] which assist in the Precinct's efforts in disseminating information of road conditions, closures, paving and drainage improvements, educational and health awareness, public safety services and programs affecting the community including, but not limited to the following:

A. Ribbon Cutting/Groundbreaking Events;
B. Precinct Project Updates and Expos;
C. Endowment Center (on Sunflower Road)—Numerous Events; (Tu Salud Si Cuenta)
D. Employee/Public Recognition Plaques;
E. Pictures, Displays, Frames, Banners, Table Cloth Covers / Skirts and Other related items.
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-101745
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 from Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC, for “Groundwater, Gas Monitoring and Groundwater Data Evaluation Monitoring and Groundwater Data Evaluation at Closed Landfill” (C-22-0192-12-13), to extend the termination date of the agreement.
 
G.
 
Executive Office:
 
1.
AI-101689
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
Vendor Name Tasks Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO#
L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings 11/30/2025 11330265 $11,517.44 906026
Attachments:
 
2.
AI-101663
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with The City of La Joya for "Operation of an Animal Shelter" (C-23-0472-12-13) under the same rates, terms, and conditions. 
 
H.
 
Co. Wide:
 
1.
AI-101636
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Ygriega Environmental Services, LLC for "Turnkey Water Extraction and Related Services" (C-23-0209B-12-12) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
 
2.
AI-101635
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Mo-Vac Service Company for "Turnkey Water Extraction and Related Services" (C-23-0209A-12-12) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
 
I.
 
Constables:
 
1.
AI-101661
Constables Pct. #3
A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 (4)(B) discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Vehicles as listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein including authority to remove said property from the HC Constables Precinct No. 3 inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between HC Constables Precinct No. 3 and The Hidalgo Police Department Law Enforcement Academy for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus vehicles.
 
J.
 
County Courts:
 
1.
AI-101622
Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151. (1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove the assets from Hidalgo County 13th Court of Appeals 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.
 
K.
 
District Attorney:
 
1.
AI-101658
Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Subscription Agreement between HC and Thomson Reuters - West Publishing Corporation (C-25-0432-08-05) to include two (2) additional licenses with the new total monthly amount of $1,380.00 under the same contract terms and conditions. 
 
L.
 
Facilities Management:
 
1.
AI-101649
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Rio United Builders, LLC. for the "Precinct 3 Building Roof Coating" project, with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
 
2.
AI-101401
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from Facilitex, LLC for the "Elections Department Stucco Repairs and Painting" project, with authority for the County Judge and Hidalgo County Facilities Management Director to sign all required documentation.
Attachments:
 
3.
AI-101604
Requesting approval of Payment Application No. 5 in the amount of $395,536.79 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. 
 
4.
AI-101741
Requesting authority to ratify agenda item 101565, approved on November 25, 2025, to include permission for Mr. Oscar Villareal, Director of Facilities Management, to sign all required documentation. 
Attachments:
 
M.
 
Health & Human Services:
 
1.
AI-101680
Requesting approval to process the following payment application submitted by B2Z Engineering, LLC for RGV Construction, LLC as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) regarding the McAllen Health Clinic.
PO # Application # Date Amount
895624 6 10/31/2025 $129,485.00

(Audio Reference 21m:07s)

Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 11.M.1.

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 11.M.1.

Vote: 4 - 0 - Unanimously
 
N.
 
IT Department:
 
1.
AI-101567
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year software license agreement for Identity Workforce Core Custom IDP with Tyler Technologies Inc., in the total amount of $1,158.00
 
2.
AI-101554
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Civic Hosting and Support Renewal Plan Subscription with sole sourced vendor, CivicPlus, LLC in the total amount of $46,291.25
 
O.
 
Juvenile Probation:
 
1.
AI-101651
Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certificate of Construction Completion from G & S Glass, LLC. for "Window Tint Services for the Juvenile Justice Center," along with the final payment of $2,260.80, with authority for the Hidalgo County Judge to sign all required documentation.
 
2.
AI-101743
1. Requesting approval of the following Allowance Change Directives in connection with [ARPA-23-330-344] Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Facility Project - Rebid project  (C-24-0342-06-10) from the contracted vendor, EB Merit Construction:
Description  Days Added Total Amount
Change Directive 1: Wall Removal 0 $600.00
Change Directive 2: Main Water Line Repair 1 $1,505.00
Change Directive 3: Plumbing Fitting Connections 0 $0.00
Change Directive 4: Replace Deteriorated Siding 12 $9,554.00
Change Directive 5: Patchwork 7 $0
Change Directive 6: Water Tap  4 $5,240.00
2. Requesting authority for County Judge or designee to sign all required documentation
 
P.
 
Sheriff's Office:
 
1.
AI-101672
Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 905476, for the annual Grammarly Pro subscription renewal from Superhuman Platform Inc., in the total amount of $432.00
 
2.
AI-101623
Requesting approval to accept the Donation of Uniforms from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for HC Jail Inmates.
Attachments:
 
Q.
 
Budget & Management:
 
1.
AI-101732
Requesting approval of a thirty (30) day written notice of termination of the service agreement between HC and Vertosoft LLC (C-24-0142-05-14) for "OpenGov Budgeting & Planning Software".
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 9th day of December, 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 December 9, 2025.

Signed this 5th day of January 2026




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


By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Zedillo-Hinojosa, Deputy