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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
MAY 31, 2022
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 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.   District Attorney's Office:
 
A. AI-85942   Requesting consideration and approval of the Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.)  Domestic Law Enforcement Support Mutual agreement for the donation in the amount of $36,495.50 to the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office for the purchase of software license/equipment used for law enforcement investigations. Click to View
 
B. AI-85940   Requesting consideration and approval of the Asset Sharing local agreement between the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office and the Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force pursuant to Texas Code of Criminal Procedures Article 59.06. Click to View
 
C. AI-85961   DA Check Fraud (1222)
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds for the DA Check Fraud Fund (1222) in the amount of $5,000.00 to fund software license/equipment used for law enforcement investigations. Click to View
 
7.   HIDTA - Task Force:
 
A. AI-85895   FY 2020 HIDTA Task Force (1291):
Authorization and approval to accept a 2nd extension request on FY 2020 (G20SS0002A) HIDTA Task Force grant from 6/30/2022 to 12/31/2022. Click to View
 
8.   Sheriff's Office:
 
A. AI-85900   Sheriff Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2021 (3-1-2022 to 2-28-2023) Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) Grant # 3172207 in the amount of $1,817,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2021 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $1,817,000.00 and appropriation of same. Click to View
 
B. AI-85947   Sheriff - VOCA (1284)
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor for the FY 22 VOCA in the amount of $6,400.00 and appropriation of the same. 
2. Approval to adjust grant budget to more funds from Contingency Line Item to fund Supplies need for VOCA Liaison in the amount of $6,400.00. Click to View
 
9.   Constable Pct. #4:
 
A. AI-85911  
1.  Approval to rescind action taken on 4/19/22 (AI #85519) regarding Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County, Constable Precinct 4 and Learning for Life
2.  Discussion, consideration and action to approve the revised Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County, Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 and Learning for Life (Explore Program), with authorization for County Judge Richard Cortez to execute the MOU.
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10.   Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
 
A. AI-85893   Discussion and approval to execute a dealer deputy agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Elliff Motors HGN., LTD dba Elliff Motors GDN No. P115712, dba Elliff Motors GDN No. P4613X and dba Elliff Motors GDN No. P115716.  Click to View
 
B. AI-85892   Discussion and approval to execute a dealer deputy agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Bert Ogden Cadillac Inc. dba Bert Ogden Cadillac GDN No. P165358.  Click to View
 
11.   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-86080   Budget & Management:
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to appoint and/or employ the Hidalgo County Budget Officer (Director of Budget and Management) in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 111.062(a).
2. Approval and all appropriate action to set the compensation for the Hidalgo County Budget Officer (Director of Budget and Management).
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C. AI-85963   Information Technology (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below after approval of HR criteria certification with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective next full pay period 06/06/2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 2 200-001 0039 Application Developer III 16
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D. AI-86079   CSLFRF/ARPA (1290):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below after approval of HR criteria certification with Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 2 115-101 0012 Contract Specialist II 11
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E. AI-86022   Human Resources (1100)/ Worker's Compensation ADM (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade
Delete 190-003 0005 Claims Investigator I 11
Create 190-002 0020 Human Resources Specialist III 10
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F. AI-85972   Parks Pct 2 (1100):
Approval to create a temporary part-time position for 11 weeks beginning 05/31/2022 and ending 08/14/2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 122-008 T077 Athletic Trainer 09
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G. AI-85978   Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 123-005 0007 Executive Assistant II 13
Create 123-005 0126 Executive Assistant I 11
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H. AI-85977   PHEP Grant (1293)/ Health Adm. (1100):
Approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 06/06/2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 340-013 0015 Public Health Specialist I 09
Delete 340-001 0024 Animal Control Specialist I 04
Create 340-001 0068 Accounting Clerk I 06
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I. AI-86001   CSLFRF/ARPA (1290):
Approval to extend the following time-limited positions effective 07/01/2022 through 12/31/2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Extend 2
Time-limited positions		 115-101 0010 - 0011 COVID-19 Clerk I 01
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J. AI-85974   Indigent Defense (1100):
Approval to extend the following temporary full-time positions beginning 07/01/2022 and ending 12/31/2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Extend 2 temporary full-time positions 070-001 T010 - T011 Eligibility Specialist  06
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K. AI-85973   449th DC (1100):
Approval of the following personnel action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Current Position Title Current Grade Proposed Position Title Proposed Grade
Reclassification 011-001 0006 Bailiff 10 Bailiff I 11
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L. AI-86029   CRIM DA (1100):
1. Approval of the following personnel actions effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Current Allowance Proposed Allowance
Remove Supplemental Allowance 080-002 0027 Assistant District Attorney III 17 $10,501.00 $0.00
Add Supplemental Allowance 080-002 0029 Assistant District Attorney V 21 $0.00 $10,501.00

CRIM DA (1100) / DA Pretrial Intervention Prg (1225):
2. Approval of the following personnel actions effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Allowance Amount
Delete Position/ Auto Allowance 080-002 0031 Assistant District Attorney III 17 $900.00
080-015 0025
Delete Position /Auto Allowance 080-002 0171 Assistant District Attorney III 17 $900.00
Create Position/ Auto Allowance 080-002 0219 Assistant District Attorney IV 19 $900.00
080-015 0041
Create Position/Auto Allowance 080-002 0220 Assistant District Attorney IV 19 $900.00
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12.   Urban County:
 
A. AI-85953   Requesting approval of a 1st Amendment to the 2020 HOME Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Program Agreement between Hidalgo County Urban County Program and Proyecto Azteca, Inc. The proposed amendment to the Agreement will allow for a twelve (12) month contract extension.
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B. AI-85952   Approval of a Proclamation declaring June 2022 Home Ownership Month within the County of Hidalgo. Click to View
 
13.   Health & Human Services Department:
 
A.   Health Care Funding District:
 
1. AI-86026   A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for  Comprehensive Hospital Increased Reimbursement Program (CHIRP)  Payment  Year 2 Advanced IGT in the amount to be determined by Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) instructions from the  Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date  of 06-15-2022 and a settlement date of 06-16-2022.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. Click to View
 
2. AI-85934   A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 11 Round 1 DSRIP Payment  IGT  in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the  Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a tentative transfer date of 06-14-22 and a settlement date of 06-15-22. 
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.
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14.   Head Start Program:
 
A. AI-85918   Discussion/Approval of Program Calendars for Program Year 2022-2023 Click to View
 
B. AI-85919   Discussion/Approval of Amendment to the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Priority Guidelines for Selection and Enrollment
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C. AI-85921   Discussion/Approval to Submit a Supplemental Application for Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) and Quality Improvement (QI) Funds Click to View
 
D. AI-85922   Discussion/Approval of the Following Hidalgo County Head Start Program 2022-2023 Program Plans
Child Nutrition Services Health Services Special Services
Education Services Human Resources Transition Services
Family Services Mental Health Services Transportation Services
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E. AI-85923   Requesting Approval of Application and Certificate for Payment for Invoice #1822101-02 in the Amount of $24,800.00 for Professional Services Submitted by Laura Warren, Project Architect, The Warren Group Architects, Inc., through Contract C-21-0683-08-24 for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms Click to View
 
F. AI-85925   Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Five (5) Year Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and La Joya Independent School District(Juan N. Seguin Elementary and Sam Fordyce Elementary Campuses) Click to View
 
G. AI-85926   Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Five (5) Year Revised and Restated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for School Readiness Partnership Model (SRPM) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Weslaco Independent School District(Rudy Silva Elementary and Margo Elementary Campuses) Click to View
 
H. AI-85917    Discussion/Approval to Disburse Lump Sum Summer Paychecks to Staff Who Resign as of the Last Summer Leave Day/Last Working Day for Position Assigned Click to View
 
15.   Community Service Agency:
 
A. AI-85853   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept Amendment No. 2 to the FY 2021 Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) Disaster Relief Supplemental Funds (Stage III) Contract #61210003565 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents. Click to View
 
16.   Elections Administration:
 
A. AI-85982   Discussion on Election Updates. Click to View
 
17.   Planning Department:
 
A. AI-85999   1. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. A.J. Vasquez Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Juan B. Vasquez) (Mile 16 North Road & Mile 6 West 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 16 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Elsa.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes,OSSF has been escrowed.
Paved: No, Mile 16 North Road is not paved.The Developer has submitted a 1/3 escrow for road improvements.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)

b. Highland Manor Phase 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DASC Investments, LLC.) (Mile 5 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
No. of Lots: 19 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:3
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 1 internal street are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $28,500.00 for (19 OSSF’S)

c. 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
Number of Streetlights:7
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 have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 ½ West Road and 1 internal street are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $66,000.00 for (44 OSSF’S)

d. Carrizales II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (El Carrizales, LLC.) (Western Road & Mile 6 Road)
No. of Lots: 48 Single-Family, 4 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:10
Filling Stations:5
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by discharging into HCDD#1 Regional Detention Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by AguaSUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Western Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $18,000.00 for (12 OSSF’S)

2. Final Approval
a. TSM Ovalle Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Rosendo & Teresa Ovalle) (Mile 17 North Road & Terry 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 will drain into Mile 17 North Road side ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF has been installed.
Paved: Yes, Jaguar Drive is paved.

b. Ivalek Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Hector Luis Solis) (Schuerbach Road & 2 Mile Road)
No. of Lots: 1 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 will drain into Schuerbach Road side ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, Schuerbach Road is paved.

c. Centerpoint at Alamo Road Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Samuel Gomez) (Alamo Road & Alberta Road)
 No. of Lots: 1 Commercial
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Alamo Road side ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF will be installed at building permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Alamo Road is paved.

d. Chavez De Los Santos Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Jaime Chavez) (Mile 4 ½ West Road & Mile 12 North Road)
No. of Lots: 2 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 4 ½ North Road side ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 ½ West Road is paved.

e. Replat of Lots 2, 3 and 4 Troy Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Buckeye Capital, LLC.) (Anderson 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 will drain into Anderson Road side ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Anderson Road is paved.

f. Western Oaks Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Evert Enterprises, Inc.) (Abram Road & Mile 6 North Road)
No. of Lots: 15 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:4
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by new drain ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Abram Road and 1 internal street are paved.

g. La Villita Estates No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Comarex LLC.) (Ramseyer Road & Doolittle Road)
No. of Lots: 41 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system discharging to an onsite detention pond which the system will connect to an existing storm sewer line along Ramseyer Road.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Ramseyer Road and 3 internal streets are paved.

h. Eduardo’s No. 19 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Izaguirre Real Estate Holdings, LLC.) (Trosper Road & Mile 6 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 85 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:17
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system that will connect to the existing storm drainage system of Eduardo’s No. 18 Subdivision.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, Trosper Road, Mile 6 ½ North Road and 5 internal streets are paved.

i. Pleasant View Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (ASE Real Estate, LLC. Series H) (Pleasant View Drive & Mile 5 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single Family, 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: B
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.
Water: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Pleasant View Drive and 2 internal streets are paved.

j. Ensenada Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Cuatro Tierras, LP.) (Terry Road & Mile 17 North Road)
No. of Lots: 72 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:11
Filling Stations:7
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Terry Road and 5 internal streets are paved.

k. Pueblo De Palmas Phase 25 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (PDP Mile 4 LTD. a Texas Limited Partnership) (Cesar Chavez Road & Mile 19 North Road)
No. of Lots: 140 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights: 25
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing drain ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Cesar Chavez Road and 7 internal streets are paved.

l. Del Rey Estates Unit 4 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Cuatro Tierras, LP) (Tower Road & Wisconsin Road)
No. of Lots: 141 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:19
Filling Stations:9
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a proposed drain ditch.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Tower Road and 5 internal streets are paved.
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18.   Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A. AI-86043   Presentation of Rio Grande Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (RGV-MPO) Quarterly Report Click to View
 
19.   Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A. AI-85912   Requesting Approval and Presentation of Proclamation in Honor and Recognition of Juneteenth Day. Click to View
 
B. AI-85910   Requesting approval to name a 30' private road access easement along Lot 8 Block 238, Texas-Mexican Survey, Hidalgo County, Texas, as Mercy Service Road for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC 911 Department. Click to View
 
20.   Budget & Management:
 
A. AI-85924   Approval to submit a request for fund (Unclaimed Capital Credit) from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts as authorized under Section 74.602 of the Texas Property Code, with authority for the County Judge to sign the letter request.  Click to View
 
B. AI-85890   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 La Quietud.  Click to View
 
C.   American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1. AI-85993   ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the acquisition and implementation of software that will provide visibility to the network infrastructure and secure data communications to assist with County functions and compliance with public health measures related to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency. (Network Detection and Response System - Project Number: ARPA-22-200-093) Click to View
 
2. AI-85994   Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the Mission ISD Youth Wellness Camps. The project intends to improve the overall wellness of the students participating and to respond to the mental health disparities caused by the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency. (Mission CISD Youth Wellness Camp Project - ARPA-22-110-086) Click to View
 
3. AI-85991   Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for La Joya ISD Youth Wellness Camps. The project intends to improve the overall wellness of the students participating and to respond to the mental health disparities caused by the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency.
(La Joya ISD Youth Wellness Camp - Project Number: ARPA-22-110-085) Click to View
 
4. AI-86077   Discussion, consideration, and approval to amend the Memorandum of Understanding between MEDCARE EMS and the County of Hidalgo previously approved under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Emergency Medical Services Program on CC. 12/14/2021 (AI-83831). Click to View
 
D.   Budget Appropriations:
 
1. AI-85880   Constables Precinct 4 - CCP59 (1231):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of fund balance for Constables Precinct 4 Chapter 59 in the amount of $156,000.00. Click to View
 
21.  
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-85968   Requesting approval of Supplemental No.1 to C-21-0435-09-21, with SAMES, Inc. to amend the agreement to clarify the method of payment with respect to Work Authorizations submitted by Engineer in providing the agreed upon services and to clarify the Work Authorization procedure.  Click to View
 
2. AI-85966   Requesting approval of Supplemental No.2 to Work Authorization No.7 [C-17-243-09-05], with B2Z Engineering, LLC to amend the decreased project total cost and to replace Exhibit "D" - Fee Schedule with the revised document [as attached and detailed herein]. Click to View
 
3. AI-86013   A. Requesting approval of the following Change Order in connection with the " Procurement and Installation of Moveable Furniture and Other Items " for the new courthouse from vendor, The Caprock Group, LLC dba Texas Wilson:
Description Total Amount
CO 005 - CPR FURN 2.1 Furniture Additions $104,795.48
B. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or Valde Guerra, Executive Officer to sign required documents. Click to View
 
B.  
Executive Office
 
1. AI-85944   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Tx LGC 262.024(A)(4) "Professional Service";

B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated (pursuant to AI-85860, dated 05/17/2022) through the County's approved pool of "Professional Engineering Services";
 
  B2Z Engineering SAMES, Inc. Perez Consulting Engineers
Evaluator 1 97 94 92
Evaluator 2 93 95 88
Evaluator 3 95 93 88
Evaluator 4 95 91 93
Evaluator 5      
Total 380 373 361
Ranking      

C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of _________ for Professional Engineering Services for the "Feasibility & Needs Assessment Study for an Animal Control Facility". Click to View
 
2. AI-85986   A. Requesting approval of the following Change Order for ECON Group, LLC [C-21-229-09-07] as recommended by project manager, B2Z Engineering, LLC, in connection with the construction of the new Precinct 4 Justice Center.
 
Description  
Original Contract Sum $4,026,100.00
Change Order No. 1
* Credit for eleven (11) Bradley #5241 toilet tissue dispensers
* Balance of upgrade to emergency generator
($140.00)
$6,486.10
Total Add to Contract $6,346.10
New Contract Sum  $4,032,446.10

B. Requesting authority for County Judge to sign required documents.  Click to View
 
3. AI-85762   A. Requesting acceptance and approval of the proposal submitted by Johnson Controls, Inc. in the total amount of $78,702.60 through TIPS Cooperative Contract No. 22010601 for the HVAC Automation Controls System to the new Justice Center located in Precinct 4.

B. Requesting authority to submit "Johnson Controls Rider to HVAC Installation Agreement for Agreements <$250,000" as requested by vendor, JCI, to make part of the purchase agreement to ensure the key risk provisions are equitable, reasonable and consistent with the marketplace. Click to View
 
C.   County Judge's Office
 
1. AI-86009   A.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under TX Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4), a personal service.
B.  Acceptance and approval of personal service agreement and fee schedule for consulting services related to County Planning and Economic Development services with Mike Perez, subject to HB 1295 and Accord Insurance. Click to View
 
D.   Pct. 1
 
1. AI-85967   Requesting authority to advertise the procurement packet for the "Hargill Solar Lights Project" in Precinct No.1, including the re-advertising, if applicable. Click to View
 
2. AI-85933   A. Requesting authority to reject sole bid received for RFB 2021-0795-04-27- for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site - Mercedes Area due to alternate location not meeting specifications.

B. Requesting authority to advertise with approval of RFB procurement packet as attached hereto for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site - Mercedes Area including the re-advertising if applicable.
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E.   Pct. 2
 
1. AI-86055   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services;
B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional services for On-Call Surveying Services for projects located within Precinct No.2;
  Kane Lindsey, LLC  Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.  Sames, Inc.
Evaluator
No. 1		 98 97 96
Rank      
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional surveying services agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________  for the provision of On-Call Surveying Services for Projects within Precinct No.2. Click to View
 
F.   Pct. 3
 
1. AI-85998   Presentation of qualified sole response received from Big D Tractor co., LLC dba/Blue Cat Rentals for the purpose of award thru RFB 21-0893 - Purchase of Used or New Grapple Brush Loader. Click to View
 
G.   Pct. 4
 
1. AI-85981   A. Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. in connection with the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Mile 17 RD Stormwater Project, subject to final legal approval;

B. Pursuant to CC approval of the Professional Engineering Services Agreement with L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount $54,976.64 to provide Professional Engineering Services for the HC Precinct 4 Mile 17 RD Stormwater Project.  Click to View
 
2. AI-86052   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the TX Loc Gov't Code section 262.024(A)(4) "professional services";

B. Presentation and approval of the scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool of professional services for: "CMT/Geo Technical" services for "Rio Grande Care Road Stormwater Project" located within Precinct 4.
  Raba Kistner, Inc. Earth Co, LLC HVJ Associates
Evaluator #1 99 93 92
Evaluator #2 98 92 94
Evaluator #3 97 96 93
Total 294 281 279
Ranking      

C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm: ___________________ to provide "Construction Material Testing Services" for the "Rio Grande Care Road Stormwater Project" located within Precinct 4. Click to View
 
3. AI-86053   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the TX Loc Gov't Code section 262.024(A)(4) "professional services";

B. Presentation and approval of the scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved pool of professional services for: "CMT/Geo Technical" services for "Colonia Tejana Stormwater Project (83rd to 87th Street)" located within Precinct 4.
  Millennium Eng. Group Terracon L&G Engineers
Evaluator #1 97 94 92
Evaluator #2 98 95 93
Evaluator #3 99 97 95
Total 294 286 280
Ranking      

C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm: ___________________ to provide "Construction Material Testing Services" for the "Colonia Tejana Stormwater Project (83rd to 87th Street)" located within Precinct 4.  Click to View
 
4. AI-85905   Requesting acceptance and approval of final negotiated agreement [C-22-0044-05-31] to award the #1 ranked firm The 5125 Company in the amount of $1,888,888.00 as the CSP General Contractor for the Terry Road Stormwater Project located in Precinct 4. Click to View
 
H.   Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1. AI-85984   Approval to award to the best qualified bidders for the "Purchase of Mosquito Control Chemicals" RFB No.: 21-0758-04-20-JLC subject to final legal approval:
  • ADAPCO, LLC
  • Clarke Mosquito Control Products, LLC
  • ES OPCO USA, LLC DBA Veseris
  • Rentokil North America, Inc dba Target Specialty Products
 Click to View
 
2. AI-86020   Presentation of qualified sole response received from Quest Diagnostics Clinical Laboratories, Inc. for the purpose of award of contract via RFB titled: Laboratory Services (C-21-0794-05-31). Click to View
 
I.   District Courts
 
1. AI-85881   Recommend award to the lowest and most responsible bidder meeting all requirements/specifications Vazaldua & Associates for RFSQ 22-0240 "Online Credit Recovery, GED, Life Coaching and Tutoring Services. Click to View
 
J.   Facilities Management
 
1. AI-85939   Requesting approval to award "Fire Alarm & Security Monitoring Services" (RFB 22-0007-05-11-KMG) to Superior Alarms who is the lowest responsive and responsible vendor meeting all specifications.    Click to View
 
K.   Sheriff's Office
 
1. AI-86016   Requesting acceptance and approval to award job order contractor, Herrcon, LLC., through our membership with BuyBoard (JOC contract #581-19) in the amount not to exceed $161,015.27 (Fee includes payment & performance bonds) for the Sheriffs Perimeter Fence Repairs.   Click to View
 
2. AI-85877   Requesting approval to enter into an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to Lease Space at HCSO Bravo Substation to Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) for a term of three (3) years with the option to renew one (1) year terms. Click to View
 
L.   District Attorney
 
1. AI-85903   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to renew for an additional six (6) months an Agreement with NMS Labs (a prior exempted service presented in AI-83952 on 12/28/2021) and utilize the Current List Price Fee Schedule (effective through December 31, 2022).  Services include various postmortem toxicology reports, on an as-needed basis, through submission of Analysis Requisition and Chain of Custody form, as provided and requested by the vendor. Subject to compliance of HB 1295. Click to View
 
22.   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-86069   1.  Discussion, consideration and action to authorize County Judge and/or Executive Officer to sign letter of intent for the purchase of real property
2.  Discussion, consideration and action to authorize County Judge and/or Executive Officer to negotiate and execute a real estate purchase contract(s) Click to View
 
C. AI-86063   Requesting approval of Easement and Right of Way with AEP for the New Justice Center in Edinburg and authority for County Judge to sign documents Click to View
 
D. AI-86073   Discussion, consideration and action on Texas Border Coalition membership Click to View
 
23.   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
 
24.   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-85970   Discussion and/or deliberation regarding employment of Budget Officer (Director of Budget & Management) Click to View
 
E. AI-85896   Claim of Oziel Vazquez Click to View
 
F. AI-85898   Claim of Rose Lee Dorsey Click to View
 
G. AI-86014   Claim of Ashley Gonzalez Click to View
 
25.  
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)
 
26.   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-85971   Discussion, consideration and action regarding employment/appointment of Budget Officer (Director of Budget and Management) Click to View
 
E. AI-85897   Claim of Oziel Vazquez Click to View
 
F. AI-85899   Claim of Rose Lee Dorsey Click to View
 
G. AI-86015   Claim of Ashley Gonzalez Click to View
 
27.   Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
28.   Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
29.   Adjourn
 

    

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