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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 25, 2022
2:00 P.M.
                                          

NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Courthouse Annex III Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:

In accordance with Section 551.127, NOTICE is hereby given that a physical quorum, including the presiding officer/member, will be present at the specified meeting location.  Some members of the governing body and/or government officials may participate via videoconference.
 
Members of the public are encouraged to watch the meetings online, at: www.hidalgocounty.us/HClive

 
             
1.   Roll Call
 
2.   Pledge of Allegiance
 
3.   Prayer
 
4.   Approval of Consent Agenda
 
5.   Open Forum
 
6.   County Judge's Office:
 
A. AI-84306   Approval of Proclamation declaring February Responsible Pet Owners Month. Click to View
 
B. AI-84331   Discussion, consideration and action regarding an Amendment to the tax abatement agreement between Hidalgo County and Monte Alto Windpower, LLC. Click to View
 
C. AI-84330   Discussion, consideration and action regarding an Amendment to the tax abatement agreement between Hidalgo County and Monte Cristo Windpower, LLC. Click to View
 
D. AI-84332   Discussion, consideration and action regarding an Amendment to the tax abatement agreement between Hidalgo County and La Joya Windpower, LLC. Click to View
 
E. AI-84329   Discussion, consideration and action to terminate the tax abatement agreement between Hidalgo County and Buenos Aires Windpower, LLC. Click to View
 
F. AI-84358   Appointment of a Community Representative by Judge Richard Cortez to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for a One (1) Year Term According to 45 CFR (1301.3(d)(3) Click to View
 
7.   District Courts:
 
A. AI-84222   449th District Court - Juvenile Drug Court Program:
1.  Authorization to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Grants Program for FY 2023 in relation to the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program.
2.  Approval of resolution in support of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official with authority for Commissioners Court, governing body to execute resolution.
3.  Approval of CEO/Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to execute all required documents in relation to the grant application.
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B. AI-84226   449th District Court - Juvenile Mental Health Court Program (LIFELINES):
1. Authorization to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor, Public Safety Office Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Grants Program for FY 2023 in relation to the Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Court Program LIFELINES.
2. Approval of resolution in support of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Mental Health Court Program LIFELINES and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official with authority for Commissioners Court, governing body to execute resolution.
3. Approval of CEO/Law Enforcement Certificatons and Assurances Form with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to execute all required documents in relation to the grant application.
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8.   District Attorney's Office:
 
A. AI-84271   District Attorney - Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor- Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2023 (10.1.2022 to 9.30.2023) Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to grant application. Click to View
 
B. AI-84103   District Attorney - Victims Unit Court Advocate Project Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2023 (10.1.2022 to 9.30.2023) Victims Unit Court Advocate Project Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to the grant application. Click to View
 
C. AI-84108   District Attorney - Victim Assistance Program Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2023 (10.1.2022 to 9.30.2023) Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to the grant application. Click to View
 
D. AI-84111   District Attorney - Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2023 (9.1.2022 to 8.31.2023) Hidalgo County Domestic Violence Specialty Prosecutor Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to grant application. Click to View
 
E. AI-84113   District Attorney - Domestic Violence Unit Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2023 (10.1.2022 to 9.30.2023) Domestic Violence Unit Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to grant application. Click to View
 
F. AI-84102   District Attorney Testing of Forensic Evidence Grant (1281):
1. Requesting approval to apply to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division for the FY 2023 (9.1.2022 to 8.31.2023) District Attorney Testing of Forensic Evidence Grant.
2. Requesting approval of resolution to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official and to sign all required documents in relation to the grant application. Click to View
 
G. AI-84284   Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3 - Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537810 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG) to update Travel and Training Description. Click to View
 
9.   Sheriff's Office:
 
A. AI-84264   Sheriff's CCP59 (Fund 1227):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's CCP59 from the unassigned fund
balance in the amount of $200,000.00. Click to View
 
B. AI-84261   1. Authorization and approval of Interlocal Agreement for 9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) Services between Lower Rio Grande Valley 9-1-1 and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office. 
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign documents.  Click to View
 
C. AI-84253   Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice (1229):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds into the Sheriff's Federal Sharing - U.S. Justice
from the unassigned fund balance in the amount of $200,000.00. Click to View
 
D. AI-84234   DOJ- USMS - U.S. Marshal (1284)
1. Approval to accept additional overtime funding from the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Marshals Service for one (1) officer in the amount of $15,000.00 for FY2022 (Oct. 12, 2021 - Sep. 30, 2022)
2. Requesting approval to have Sheriff Guerra sign all necessary grant documents 
3. Request authorization to continue to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY2022 DOJ-USMS overtime funds in the amount of $15,000.00 and appropriation of the same.  Click to View
 
E. AI-84101   1. Authorization and approval of renewal of Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), San Antonio Field Office (SNA), Port Isabel Detention Center (PIDC), and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office with regard to certain emergency situations.
2. Authorization for County Sheriff to sign document. Click to View
 
10.   Constable Pct. #3:
 
A. AI-84214   Presentation and discussion of the 2021 Racial Profiling Report, as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Pct.3 Department, in accordance with Article 2.132 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.  Click to View
 
11.   Constable Pct. #4:
 
A. AI-84263   Requesting authorization and approval to accept a canine (K9) ballistic vest as a donation from the Brady's K9 Fund to be issued and worn by our Canine (K9) Max for extra safety due to heightened shootings. Click to View
 
B. AI-84274   Constable Precinct 4 - Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (HSGD), through e-grants.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2023 LBSP Grant to designate Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution (Grant Period: September 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023).
3. Authorization for County Judge to e-sign application and all related documents under e-grants as the authorized official. Click to View
 
C. AI-84250   Requesting authorization and approval for County Treasurer to process payment for medical reimbursement in the amount of $95.00 for Deputy Constable Ivan R. Flores after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Deputy Constable Flores paid for the medical expense out-of-pocket as required by the Texas Department of Public Safety for his current assignments. Click to View
 
12.   Human Resources:
 
A.   Requesting waiver of the following, if applicable, for personnel items listed:
1. Civil Service Commission Rules - Section 3.22
2. Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual - Section 6.27
3. Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments
 
B. AI-84305   Health ADM (1100) / 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective January 17, 2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Current Allowance Proposed Allowance
Delete Supplemental Allowance 240-005 0003 Division Manager III, Human Services 18 $5,000.00 $0.00
Add Supplemental Allowance 340-001 0064 Assistant Director Department of Health and Human Services 20  - -
240-005 0005 $0.00 $5,000.00
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C. AI-84262   Classification and Compensation Plan:
1. Approval of the following change to the Classified Position Inventory List effective January 17, 2022:
Action Position Title Current Grade Proposed Grade
Re-grade Assistant Director Department of Health and Human Services 19 20

2. Approval to revise the Classified Position Inventory List. Click to View
 
D. AI-84288   CRIM DA (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below after approval of HR criteria certification in accordance with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 3 080-002 0188 Assistant District Attorney II 15
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E. AI-84338   Pct. 2 Parks (1100)/ Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 01/31/2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade
Delete 122-008 0004 & 0025 Maintenance I 03
Delete 122-006 0103 Equipment Operator I 06
Create 122-008 0067 Coordinator III 13
Create 122-006 0112 & 0113 Equipment Operator II 08
Create 122-006 0114 Traffic Control Specialist II 05
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F. AI-84270   Pct.3 Sanitation (1100):
Approval to create the following full-time temporary position for 26 weeks, effective 01/31/2022 through 07/31/2022 as follows:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 123-001 T054 Truck Driver III 08
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G. AI-84203   Information Technology (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 200-001 0041 CIJS Manager 14
Create 200-001 0056 Information Technology Manager 16
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H. AI-84260   Approval of the appointment of interns from UTRGV to participate in the WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of January 31, 2022 through June 30, 2022. Click to View
 
13.   Health & Human Services Department:
 
A. AI-84252   Requesting approval to accept and to have County Judge e-sign the COVID-19 grant contract HHS000769200001, Amendment No. 4.  The purpose of the amendment is to add a no-cost extension to include a revised termination date of March 15, 2023.   Click to View
 
B.   Health Care Funding District:
 
1. AI-84209   Approval to rescind agenda item 83227, Item 19 (A) 2 (a,b,c), approved on 12/14/2021. Click to View
 
2. AI-84204   A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 11  UC Advanced Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the  Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 02-09-2022 and a settlement date of 02-10-2022.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. Click to View
 
14.   Head Start Program:
 
A. AI-84241   Discussion/Approval of Revised Application for Use of Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriation Act (CRRSA) and American Rescue Plan (ARPA) Funds Click to View
 
B. AI-84242   Discussion/Approval of Changes to COVID-19 Vaccine and Mask Requirements Click to View
 
C. AI-84243   Discussion/Approval  Amend the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Guidelines for Enrollment Click to View
 
D. AI-84244   Discussion/Approval to Renegotiate Contract with Structural Engineer in Accordance with Revised Schematic Design and Project Costs for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms Project Click to View
 
E. AI-84245   Discussion/Approval of Revised Schematic Design and Adjusted Cost Estimates for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms Project Click to View
 
F. AI-84246   Discussion/Approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Exercise Option to Extend for One (1) Year the Service Contracts for Medical, Dental and Mental Health (under same terms and conditions) with the Following Providers:
MEDICAL PROVIDERS
1. G. Athanasi Orfanos, M.D., P.A.   
2. Dr. Bose, Industrial and Family Medicine, PLLC dba, Industrial Health Works  
3. Nuestra Clinica Del Valle, Inc.  
DENTAL PROVIDERS  
1. Growing Smiles Children's Dental Care Center, PC  
2. Nuestra Clinica Del Valle, Inc.  
MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDERS  
1. Generations Growing Together, Inc., dba Growing Generations of South Texas  
2. Ileana E. Castro  
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G. AI-84247   Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to the County's Approved Auctioneer, ATM Auction Company, for Proper Disposition Click to View
 
H. AI-84240   Discussion/Approval of Self-Assessment Schedule Click to View
 
15.   Community Service Agency:
 
A. AI-84231   Discussion, consideration and possible action to approve Amendment #2 to the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract # 58210003387 to include additional funding in the amount of $122,413 and a date extension until March 31, 2022. Click to View
 
16.   Elections Administration:
 
A. AI-84267   1. Election Updates
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of Early Voting Polling Locations for the March 1, 2022 Primary Elections. Click to View
 
17.   Planning Department:
 
A. AI-84279   1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Replat of Lot 4 El Pastor Estates No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Arnulfo Alaniz) (Mile 4 ½ West Road & Mile 10North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family, 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 4 ½ West Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 ½ West Road is paved.

2. Preliminary Approval
a.  Maluz Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Matermi, LLC.) (Mile 6 Road & Texan Road)
No. of Lots: 23 Single Family
Flood Zone: A & X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 6 Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 Road and Texan Road are paved.

b. Kingdom Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Daniel Guerra) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 44 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
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 Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ West Road is paved and 1 internal street to be paved.

c. La Barca Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Comarex LLC.) (Border Road & Moore Road)
No. of Lots: 56 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:8
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by proposed drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Alamo.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S.
Paved: Yes, Border Road and Whalen Road are paved.4 internal streets to be paved.

3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Montiel Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Joel Montiel) (Minnesota Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Minnesota Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S for lot 1 and lot 2 are installed.Lot 3 has been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $1,500.00 for (1) OSSF.

b. Whalen Springs No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (The Three Grandes, LTD.) (Whalen Road & Moore Road)
No. of Lots: 31 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:9
Filling Stations:4
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Whalen Road and Moore Road are paved.4 internal streets to be paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $46,500.00 for (31) OSSF’S.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $232,139.80 for (PAVING IMPS.)

c. Stone Oaks Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DII Investments, LP) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 54 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:8
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 Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ West Road is paved.Mile 11 North Road and 2 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $81,000.00 for (54) OSSF’S.

d. The District North Weslaco Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates, LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
No. of Lots: 59 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:12
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: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 ½ West Road and Mile 11 North Road are paved.4 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $88,500.00 for (59) OSSF’S.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $49,200.00 for (FENCE).

e. Aurora Valley Phase 6 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Rhodes Development, INC.) (Dillon Road & Anderson Road)
No. of Lots: 61 Single Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:11
Filling Stations:6
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, (33) OSSF’S have been installed and (28) OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Dillon Road and Anderson Road are paved.3 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $44,800.00 for (28) OSSF’S.

4. Final Approval
a. Best Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Donald Wade Best) (Mile 8 North Road & Bentsen Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Mile 8 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of McAllen.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 8 North Road is paved. Click to View
 
18.   Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A. AI-84303   Requesting authorization and approval to name a private road Off of Military Highway 281, Capisallo District, Land of the Americas Rio Grande Land & Irrigation Co. Subdivision, Block 33, Lot 3, Mercedes, Texas, as "Anciso Brothers" SR(service road) for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC - 911 department. Click to View
 
19.   Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A. AI-84353   Recognition of Hidalgo County for their contribution to the Boys and Girls Club of McAllen during COVID-19 Pandemic. Click to View
 
B. AI-84319   Appointment of a member to the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) Board by Commissioner Pct. 2 effective 2/1/22. Click to View
 
C. AI-84233   1. Requesting approval to accept a donation from United Healthcare in the amount of $50,000.00 to promote senior wellness in South Texas. 
2. Approval of 2022 certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from United Healthcare in the amount of $50,000.00 and appropriation of same. Click to View
 
20.   Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
 
A. AI-84349   Discussion, consideration and action to apply a discount to the Solid Waste Disposal Program permits purchased by Hidalgo County Veterans. Click to View
 
B. AI-84225   Requesting approval of payment of invoices totaling $93,843.43 to Perez Law Firm in connection with legal representation on various condemnation cases, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Click to View
 
21.   Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A. AI-84277   Requesting the following for the Pct.4 N. Alamo Rd Realignment Project, as submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC and as reviewed by Project Engineer, Juan M. Borjon, P.E. through contract C-19-020-10-22:

1. Acceptance of Substantial completion, reflecting the date of January 06, 2022. Click to View
 
22.   Budget & Management:
 
A. AI-84168   Wellness Program status update and formal introduction of Ms. Diana Salinas, the new Wellness Program Coordinator. Click to View
 
B. AI-84255   Discussion, consideration and approval of Contribution-In-Aid-of-Construction Agreement for Electric Distribution Service with AEP (American Electric Power) for the installation of streetlights for Roadrunner 2 Subdivision  Click to View
 
C. AI-84312   Health Clinics (1100) / Imm Div Local (1293) / Medicaid Admin (1293):
Approval of the following change in funding source as listed below, effective next full pay period, 01/31/2022:
FROM TO
Dept/Prg Slot Position Title G/S Dept/Prg Slot Position Title G/S
340-012 0013 Community Service Aide 06/01 340-059 0004 Community Service Aide 06/01
340-003 0096 340-003 0096
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D.   American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1. AI-84354   ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Approval to clarify/amend the project name and project descriptions for projects previously approved under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Stormwater System Improvement Program as listed in the exhibit.
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2. AI-84343   ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
A. Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Texas and the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for Hidalgo County Stormwater System Improvement Program with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement.
B. Authority for Valde Guerra, Executive Officer to execute additional documents related to agreement including, but not limited to the attached Exhibit A. Click to View
 
3. AI-84259   ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act (1290): 
A. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the following project under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Healthcare Professionals Program.
1. Assistance to Valley Grande Institute Nursing Program - Project Number: ARPA-22-110-053.
B. Discussion, consideration, and approval to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and Valley Grande Institute for the Assistance to Valley Grande Institute Nursing Program, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding. Click to View
 
4. AI-83946   ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act (1290):
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the continuation of payment of certain COVID-19 related overtime hours to FLSA covered employees listed in Exhibit A in accordance with Section 7.51 of the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and Section 8.40 of the Hidalgo County Personnel Policy Manual.
B. Discussion, consideration, and action to waive Section 7.61 of the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission Rules and to approve payment of certain COVID-19 related overtime hours to FLSA non-covered employees listed in Exhibit B for overtime hours worked by eligible employees. Click to View
 
E.   Budget Appropriations:
 
1. AI-84342   TXDOT Pct3 Liberty Blv (US83-M3) (1315):
Requesting approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $500,000.00 received from City of Peñitas and appropriation of the same. Click to View
 
2. AI-84227   County Clerk Records Management (1237):
Approval of 2021 appropriation of funds from the Co. Clerk Records Management Fund (1237) Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $53,480.00 to fund records management & document imaging services rendered by Kofile Systems, Inc. Click to View
 
3. AI-84188   Transfers Out-Debt Service CO2018A (1100):
Approval of 2022 appropriation in the amount of $1,245,000 from General Fund Restricted Fund balance relating to revenues from the court facilities fee. Click to View
 
4. AI-84167   Probate Court Contributions Fund (1243):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds for Probate Court Contributions (1243) in the amount of $67,130.00 to establish a budget for FY 2022. Click to View
 
5. AI-84166   Justice Court Tech Fund (1242):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds for the Justice Court Tech Fund (1242) unassigned fund balance in the amount of $188,100.00 to establish their 2022 FY budget. Click to View
 
23.  
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(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-84122   Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packets for the following 2022 Pools of Professional Services, subject to Purchasing Dept. and DA's Civil Section final review and approval as to legal form:
  • Architectural Services - RFQ No. 21-0788-ABV
  • Engineering Services - RFQ No. 21-0786-HGO
  • Geotechnical & Construction Materials Testing RFQ No. 21-0787-HAG
  • Construction and/or Project Management Services - RFQ No. 21-0785-JDC
  • Appraisal Services and/or Appraisal Review Services - RFQ No. 21-0789-YVZ
  • Surveying Services - RFQ No. 21-0784-TDL
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2. AI-84339   A. Discussion, consideration, and action on Work Authorization No.6 [as drafted & approved as to legal form by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Jacobs Project Management Services Co.[C-16-267A-07-25], for the provision of additional Program and Construction Management Services [as described in the document] in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project. Subject to Purchasing and Legal Counsel's final review and approval.

B.Requesting authority for County Judge and/or (if applicable) Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents Click to View
 
3. AI-84316   A. Requesting approval of the following Deductive Change Order in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc.:
Description Total Amount
Change Order MTI-72
*Change order will be a reduction to offset CO# 002 issued to Texas Wilson for the offsite storage fees.		 ($50,718.75)

B. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or (if applicable)Owner's Designated Representative to sign required documents. Click to View
 
4. AI-84333   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under Tx.LGC 262.024(a)(4), a professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid of firms graded through the County's "Pool" of pre-qualified Architects for the purpose of ranking by HCCC for Architectural Services for Renovation of County-wide Health Clinic in Mission;
  Alvarado Gignac ROFA
Evaluator #1 91 88 95
Evaluator #2 95 94 96
Evaluator #3 97 97 100
Evaluator #4 96 91 86
Evaluator #5 83 86 96
Total 462 456 473
Ranking      










C. Pursuant to HCCC approval, requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate an Architectural Services agreement with the number one ranked firm, _____________________________,for the provision of Architectural Services for Renovation of County-wide Health Clinic in Mission. Click to View
 
5. AI-84297   A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of the participating firms to HC project specific RFQ/P No. 21-0833-12-15-HAG for Traffic Engineering Consulting and Other Services - New Hidalgo County Courthouse. 
  Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. Ergonomic Transportation Solutions, Inc. CONSOR Engineers, LLC 
Evaluator No.1 82 75 90
Evaluator No.2 93 98 95
Evaluator No.3 93 96 94
Evaluator No.4 99 80 95
Evaluator No.5 98 88 93
Total 465 437 467
Ranking      

B. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the selected firm of __________________________ for Hidalgo County - Traffic Engineering Consulting and Other Services - New Hidalgo County Courthouse Project. Click to View
 
6. AI-84221   Discussion, consideration and action amending Letter of Engagement with Perez Law Firm, PLLC  Click to View
 
B.   County Clerk:
 
1. AI-84136   Requesting authority to enter into a Software Service Agreement for Robotic Processing Automation with Lanshore,LLC for a total annual amount of $24,000.00 with automatic option to renew for five (5) one (1) year term. Click to View
 
C.   Pct. 1
 
1. AI-84296   Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $29,984.00 as submitted by Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC through On-Call Professional Engineering Services Agreement (C-21-0861-11-16) for General Management, Coordination; Plans, Specifications, Estimates, and Construction Oversight of Sunrise Hill Park Playground Project.
 Click to View
 
2. AI-84291   Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No.2 of C-18-195-07-31, as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Engineering, due to the acquisition of additional parcels and associated services, resulting in an estimated cost increase in the amount of $1,640,640.00 for the Pct.1 Mile 6 Project [Mile 14 1/2 to SH 107]. Click to View
 
3. AI-84223  
 A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on AI-83722 on 12/14/2021 of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between Hidalgo County-Pct 1 and the Hidalgo County Irrigation No. 9 concerning an extension in an irrigation line in correlation with the Mile 6 project. 

B. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) in accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, between Hidalgo County-Pct 1 and the Hidalgo County Irrigation No. 9 concerning an extension in an irrigation line in correlation with the Mile 6 project.  
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4. AI-84089   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;

B.  Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services for Pct. 1 "Sunset Hill Park Pavilion Project":
  Chanin Engineering EDCON PLLC LAZCAMREA,LLC DBA Fulcrum Consulting Services
Evaluator No.1 97 92 94
Evaluator No.2 96 92 93
Evaluator No.3 95 92 90
Total 288 276 277
Ranking      

C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering service agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for Pct. 1 "Sunset Hill Park Pavilion Project". Click to View
 
D.   Pct. 2
 
1. AI-84346  
Approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $7,326.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., to provide geotechnical engineering services for the Pct 2 Administration Complex - Parking Lot Improvement Project (C-21-393-04-06).
 Click to View
 
2. AI-84352   Requesting approval to purchase fitness equipment and installation through the County's membership with TASB-Buyboard Cooperative Purchasing Program's awarded vendor Advanced Exercise (Contract# 583-19 Exp:3/31/22) through Requisition#447461 in the amount of $50,489.00 for the Pct 2 Indoor Sports Complex, subject to compliance with all required/statutory documentation. Click to View
 
3. AI-84340  
Acceptance of submitted proposal and approval to award to 8A Builders, LLC through the TIPS/TAPS Contract #200201 with authority to process purchase order through the following requisition after verification of pricing is completed:
Requisition No.  Amount  Description of Services
447443 $65,076.65 Irrigation Improvements (including installation) for Pct 2 Las Milpas Park CRC Youth Facility Project
Click to View
 
E.   Pct. 3
 
1. AI-84285  
A. Requesting approval for the exemption from competitive bidding requirements for Professional Services under the TX LGC 262.024 (A)(4);

B. Presentation of Evaluation Committee's scoring grid [as attached herein], for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of firms nominated for various Parks and Pavilion projects within Hidalgo County Precinct 3.
Respondent Boultinghouse Simpson Gates Raba-Kistner ROFA 
Evaluator 1 98 97 99
Total 98 97 99
Rank      
 
C. Requesting authority for the HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a Processional Services Agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of ______________ for various Parks and Pavilion projects within Hidalgo County Precinct 3.
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2. AI-84286   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;

B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Engineering Services for Pct.3 "Stormwater Infrastructures on F.M. 2221 between Jara Chinas Rd. and El Pinto Rd." Project:
  Henderson Professional Engineers Guzman & Muñoz Engineering and Surveying, Inc. J&R Engineering, LLC
Evaluator No.1 97 98 99
TOTAL 97 98 99
RANKING      

C. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering service agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for Pct. 3 "Stormwater Infrastructures on F.M. 2221 between Jara Chinas Rd. and El Pinto Rd." Click to View
 
F.   Pct. 4
 
1. AI-84345   Requesting authority to advertise procurement packets for the Terry Road and Encore Ranches Stormwater Projects, including re-adverising, if applicable, subject to pending ROW acquisition, Purchasing and legal review and approval.     Click to View
 
G.   Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1. AI-84293   Requesting approval to enter into a (5) year Standard Fire Alarm Agreement with Superior Alarms for the activation, programming and security monitoring services at 211 N Schueback Road, Mission, Texas in the amount of $964 (total investment) and $50.00 billed semiannually with authority for County Judge or designee to electronically sign documentation subject to form 1295.  Click to View
 
2. AI-84294  
 
3. AI-84290  
A.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Tx LGC, 262.024(a) (1) an item that must be purchased in a case of public calamity it is necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens; and (2) an item necessary to preserve and protect the public health of the residents of the county;

B.  Requesting ratification of PO# 842178 [01-12-22] to vendor, W. W. Grainger Inc. in the amount of $83,000.00 for the purchase of 100,000 KN95 Adult Masks.
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4. AI-84335   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirement, TxLGC 262.024(a)(1) an item that must be purchased in a case of public calamity if necessary to make the purchase promptly to relieve the necessity of the citizens or to preserve the property of the county and (2) an item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the county;

B. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding with Your Health Lab to secure free COVID-19 oral and nasal swab testing for the general public as it relates to the provision of additional COVID testing programs to individuals and families of the County that have been directly or indirectly impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency, this serves a public purpose for the health, safety, and well being of the residents of the County of Hidalgo. Click to View
 
5. AI-84183   Requesting the purchase of PPE supplies for Hidalgo County Employees with W.W. Grainger Inc. through our membership/participation with TxMAS-18-51v06 in the amount of $193,262.60.  Click to View
 
H.   Auditor's Office
 
1. AI-84138   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under TxLGC 262.024(a)(4), a professional service;

B.  Acceptance and approval of a Letter of Engagement between Hidalgo County [Auditor's Office] and Lance, Soll, & Lunghard LLP (LSL) for the provision of consulting services "on an as needed basis" for Case Ware support services, with authority for Maria Arcilia Duran, CPA, HC Auditor to sign applicable documents.  Click to View
 
24.   Executive Office:
 
A.   Presentation for discussion of the following: 
1) New Courthouse Project Updates
2) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 
3) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting
 
B. AI-84251   Discussion, consideration and action for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign all documents related to the Hidalgo County RMA Bonds, Series 2022A/B - General Certificate of the County Click to View
 
C. AI-84232   Courthouse Project (Phase II):
Authorize B2Z to act as the owner's representative on behalf of the County pursuant to their engagement for Construction Management Services Contract #21-0819-11-16, with authority for Valde Guerra to execute correspondence confirming the same Click to View
 
D. AI-84357   1.  Discussion, consideration and action on AEP Contribution-in-Aid of Construction Agreement for Electric Service in connection with New Courthouse temporary pole installation on southeast side, with authority for Valde Guerra, Executive Officer to sign documents
2.  Requesting authority to issue payment in the amount of $879.36 after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor Click to View
 
25.   Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. CARES Act and American Rescue Plan Act Funds
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions
 
26.   Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, (Consultation with Attorney), 551.072 (Deliberation regarding Real Property), Section 551.074 (Personnel Matters) and Section 551.087 (Economic Development) to discuss the following:
 
A.   Real Estate Acquisition
 
B.   Private consultation and advice of counsel concerning pending, potential and/or contemplated litigation, settlement offers, and/or legal matters subject to the attorney-client priviledge under the authority of the Open Meetings Act Section 551.071, Government Code.
 
C.   Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation
 
D. AI-84309   LUPE v. Abbott, Case No. 5:21-cv-844-XR Click to View
 
E. AI-84210   Claim of Angelica Reyna  Click to View
 
F. AI-84212   Claim of Pedro Olivares Lopez Click to View
 
G. AI-84219   Claim of Juanita Navarro Click to View
 
27.  
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024(A) (4) "a Professional Service" for the "provision of legal services/representation in connection with litigation."

B. Engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement (subject to compliance with HB1295)
 
28.   Open Session:
 
A.   Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
 
B.   Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C.   Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency
 
D. AI-84310   LUPE v. Abbott, Case No. 5:21-cv-844-XR Click to View
 
E. AI-84211   Claim of Angelica Reyna Click to View
 
F. AI-84213   Claim of Pedro Olivares Lopez Click to View
 
G. AI-84220   Claim of Juanita Navarro Click to View
 
29.   Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
30.   Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
31.   Adjourn
 

    

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