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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
OCTOBER 18, 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

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance

Prayer

Approval of Consent Agenda

Approval of Award/Recognitions:

AI-87802

Proclamation declaring October 2022 as Domestic Violence Awareness month. Click to View

AI-87850

Proclamation declaring October 29th as National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Click to View

AI-87852

Proclamation declaring October 2022 as National Bullying Prevention Month. Click to View

AI-87851

Proclamation declaring October 23rd – October 31st as Red Ribbon Week. Click to View

AI-87945

Proclamation declaring October as National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month. Click to View

AI-87994

Proclamation declaring October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Click to View

Open Forum

County Judge's Office:

AI-87934

1. Discussion, Consideration, and Action Approving the Resolution in supporting Amigos Del Valle’s desire to apply for grant funds form the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) for their Texans Feeding Texans: Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program application to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA).
2. Authorization for Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Resolution. Click to View

District Courts:

AI-87914

449th District Court - FY 2023 LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court:
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2023 LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Grant Program in the amount of $103,791.38 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023, with authority for County Judge as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2023 LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Grant Program in the amount of $103,791.38 and appropriation of same. Click to View

AI-87910

449th District Court - FY 2023 Juvenile Drug Court Grant Program:
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program in the amount of $108.529.76 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2023 Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Grant Program in the amount of $108.529.76 and appropriation of same. Click to View

District Attorney's Office:

AI-87870

DA - Forensic Evidence Testing Grant (FET) (1281):
1. Approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Forensic Evidence Testing grant in the amount of $100,000.00 from the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2023 Forensic Evidence Testing grant in the amount of $100,000.00 and appropriation of same. Click to View

AI-87895

District Attorney - Region 3 - Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #253810 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor. Click to View

AI-87877

Discussion, consideration and approval to accept the donation of one (1) 2022 Dodge Four Door Sedan to the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office from the City of McAllen as State or Federal Funds Recipient and Fiduciary. Click to View

AI-87820

DA LEOSE (1220):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds from the LEOSE Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $470.23 to fund continuing education. Click to View

10.

HIDTA - Task Force:

AI-87918

HIDTA Organized Crime Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) (1291):
1. Approval of the FY 2023 Overtime Agreement (Investigation Number SW-TXS-1279H) between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $19,840.75.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2023 OCDETF agreement in the amount of $19,840.75 and appropriation of same. Click to View

AI-87814

1. Discussion, consideration, and approval for Hidalgo County DA HIDTA Task Force continued participation in Texas LESO Program, formerly known as Texas 1033 Surplus Program.
2. Authorization for County Judge and Commander, as authorized officials, to sign required documents.
3. Authorization and approval to participate, select and receive equipment under Texas LESO Program, with selection list to be submitted prior to receipt.
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AI-87867

Requesting approval for County Treasurer to process payment for reimbursement in the amount of $42.21 after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Commander Sifuentes paid for supplies needed for the 2022 PATH Conference held at Mission Event Center in Mission, TX 9/12/22 and 9/13/22. Click to View

11.

Sheriff's Office:

AI-88000

Sheriff's Office-Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) (1284):
1. Approval of the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces(OCDETF)Agreement for FY 2023 (10-1-2022 to 9-30-2023)between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81.
2. Requesting authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the FY 2023 OCDETF HEAVY TRUCKING grant agreement award in the amount of $10,000.00 (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1279H) and appropriation of same. Click to View

AI-87915

Sheriff's Office - Local Border Security Program (LBSP) F1284:
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor - Homeland Security Grant Division in relation to the LBSP FY23 grant (09/01/22 - 08/31/23) in the amount of $233,000.00 with authority of 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 certifies by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2023 LBSP in the amount of $233,000.00 and appropriation of same. Click to View

AI-87845

State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) Grant (1284):
Approval of Partial Certification of Revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the SCAAP FY20 in the amount of $52,271.00 from total award in the amount of $801,901.00 and appropriation of same. Click to View

12.

Constable Pct. #1:

AI-87855

Constable Precinct 1 - FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) for the period of September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2023 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 County Auditor, for the FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant in the amount of $35,000.00 and appropriation of the same. Click to View

AI-87805

Approval of Addendum and Supplemental documents to the State Plan of Operation for changes in the Texas LESO Program with authority for County Judge Richard Cortez and Constable Celestino Avila to sign documents. Click to View

13.

Constable Pct. #2:

AI-87965

Constable Precinct 2 - FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $35,000.00 from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023 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 County Auditor, for the FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) Grant in the amount of $35,000.00 and appropriation of the same. Click to View

AI-87861

Constable Pct. 2 LEOSE (1220):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds from the LEOSE Unassigned Fund Balance to the Constable Pct. 2 LEOSE in the amount of $6,799.14 to fund training expenses for law enforcement personnel. Click to View

14.

Constable Pct. #3:

AI-87871

Constable Pct. 3 - FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $100,000.00 from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under grant term and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) grant in the amount $100,000.00 and appropriation of the same. Click to View

AI-87639

Constable Pct. 3 - Irrigation Districts (1285):
1. Approval to enter into an Interlocal Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas, acting by and through the Office of Constable Pct.3, and the following entities:

Irrigation District No. 6
United Irrigation District and
Irrigation District No. 16

to be effective on October 18, 2022, through October 17, 2023, with authority for County Judge Richard Cortez and Constable Lazaro Gallardo, as authorized officials, to execute agreement.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of $50,000.
3. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $74,723.24 which includes entities contribution and county cash match. Click to View

AI-87744

Constable Pct. 3 (1220):
Approval of the 2021 Appropriation of Hidalgo County Constable Pct.3 LEOSE Fund awarded and received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts in the amount of $1,335.10 Click to View

15.

Constable Pct. #4:

AI-87900

Constable Pct. 4 - FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award in relation to the FY 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) in the amount of $66,000.00 from the Office of the Governor - Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) for the period of September 1, 2022 to August 31, 2023 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 2023 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) grant in the amount of $66,000.00 and appropriation of same. Click to View

AI-87829

Constable Precinct 4 LEOSE (1220):
Approval of appropriation of 2021 LEOSE Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $18.77 to fund continuing education expenses for law enforcement officers. Click to View

16.

Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:

AI-87954

Discussion and approval of Attachment D RTS Workstation Lease Agreement for the use of State of Texas Automation Equipment by and between the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the County of Hidalgo. This attachment reflects four (4) additional leased registration and titling systems. Click to View

17.

Human Resources:

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

AI-87928

Community Service Agency (3300):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 10/24/2022 and for calendar year 2023:

Action	Dept./Prg.	Slot#	Position Title	Salary
Delete	901-033	0045	Executive Assistant I	$43,796.00
Create	901-033	0111	Public Affairs Specialist	$40,552.00

2. Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:

Action	Dept./Prg.	Current Slot #	New Slot #	Position Title	Salary
Change from Temporary to Permanent	901-033	T093	0112	Case Study Manager	$32,115.00

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18.

Urban County:

AI-87896

“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment ( Fitness Equipment ) from 360 Sports Products for City of Granjeno’s Public facility in the amount of $17,651.10. UCP Fiscal Year 32 (2019) City of Granjeno Public Services.
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19.

Health & Human Services Department:

AI-87824

Discussion and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - School of Nursing and the County of Hidalgo. Click to View

AI-87907

Requesting approval to submit a request for a no-cost, one year extension on the COVID-19 Health Disparities grant contract #HHS001057600025. Click to View

AI-87944

Requesting approval to submit a budget revision to the Texas Department of State Health Services on the Covid-19 Vaccination Capacity grant contract #HHS001019500022. The purpose is to realign available funds. Click to View

AI-87860

Requesting approval to increase change fund for Health & Human Services Department Clinics in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 130.902:

Clinic	Location	Current Change Fund	Increase	Total Change fund
Edinburg	3105 E Richardson	$50.00	$50.00	$100.00
Elsa	708 Edinburg Street	$50.00	$50.00	$100.00
Hidalgo	702 E Texano Drive	$50.00	$50.00	$100.00
McAllen	300 E Hackberry	$50.00	$50.00	$100.00
Mission	211 N Schuerback	$50.00	$50.00	$100.00
Pharr	300 W Hall Acres	$50.00	$50.00	$100.00
Weslaco	1901 N Bridge	$50.00	$50.00	$100.00
	Totals	$350.00	$350.00	$700.00

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AI-87901

1. Requesting authorization for Surplus and removal of assets from inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" (pursuant to definition in TX. LGC 263.151(1) listed in "Exhibit A" contained herein as supporting documentation with no value for disposition;
2. Approval to dispose of assets described in Exhibit "A" herein through landfill due to assets are too damaged and no longer serve the purpose they were intended for. Click to View

AI-87969

1. Requesting authorization for Surplus and removal of assets from inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" (pursuant to definition in TX. LGC 263.151(1)) listed in "Exhibit A" contained herein as supporting documentation with no value for disposition;
2. Approval to dispose of assets described in Exhibit "A" herein through landfill due to assets are too damaged and no longer serve the purpose they were intended for. Click to View

20.

Head Start Program:

AI-87866

Discussion/Approval/Appointment of One Community Representative by Each Member of the Commissioners' Court to Serve on the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Policy Council, for a One-Year Term According to 45 CFR (1301.3(d)(3) Beginning in October Click to View

21.

Emergency Management:

AI-87932

Approval of the appointment of the Hidalgo County Local Emergency Planning Committee Board.
Authorization for County Judge Richard F. Cortez to sign the Local Emergency Planning Committee membership updates form for the State Emergency Response Commission c/o TDEM Operation section.

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22.

Community Service Agency:

AI-87823

Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Amendment No. 3 to the FY 2021 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and American Rescue Plan Act (ARP Act) contract #25210003541, with the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
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23.

Elections Administration:

AI-87804

1. Discussion on Election Updates
2. Approval of the November 8, 2022 General and Local Entities Services Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities:

Agua SUD
La Joya ISD
Mercedes ISD

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24.

Planning Department:

AI-87947

1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request
a. Montreal Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Montreal LLC., A Series of Rocko Inv., LLC.) (Mile 19 North Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 97 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:17
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch located approximately 2400 ft. south of Kenyon Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Mile 19 North Road and Kenyon Road are paved.

2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. Guerra Apartments No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Rene Guerra) (FM 88 & Mile 12 North Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by site runoff onto an existing detention facility with a discharge structure connecting to a TxDot system.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, Multi-Family OSSF system has been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, FM 88 is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $5,000.00 for (Multi-family OSSF System ) & $3,500.00 for (1 filling station)

b. El Dorado Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (3BU Family Limited Partnership) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 1 West Road)
No. of Lots: 70 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:13
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: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 11 North Road and 3 internal streets are paved.Mile 1 West Road has been escrowed by Developer.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $105,000.00 for (70) OSSF’S

3. Final Approval
a. GNS Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Norma Linda Garza) (Inspiration Road & Mile 3 Road)
No. of Lots: 2 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 Inspiration Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Mission.
Paved: Yes, Inspiration Road is paved.

b. Buena Suerte One Subdivision- Pct. 3 (CL3 Properties, LLC.) (Mile 6 Road & Western Road)
No. of Lots: 21 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:5
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer discharging onto HCDD#1 Regional Facility.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 6 Road is paved.
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25.

Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:

AI-87931

Requesting authorization and approval to name an unopened county road at Missouri-Texas Land & Irrigation Subdivision, Block 79, Beefmaster Road, as recommended by the RGVECD 911 department. Click to View

AI-87853

Pct. 1 is requesting approval to accept the counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcels No.2 & 5 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (RCSJ# 0921-02-355) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form. Click to View

26.

Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:

AI-87924

Discussion, Consideration, and Approval to appoint/reappointment 3 board member(s) to a 2 year term to the Hidalgo County Emergency Service District No. 4, pursuant to the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 775.034.
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27.

Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:

AI-87875

Requesting approval to name a 50' utility and road easement that runs along and between Lots 40, 43, 44, 45, 46 and Share 16, San Salvador Del Tule Grant, Hidalgo County, Texas, as Nilgai Service Road for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC 911 Service Department. Click to View

AI-87748

Environmental Compliance:
Requesting authorization for County Judge to sign Notice of Intent and Core Data Forms for county citizen collection station located in Precinct 4 as required under Chapter 30 of the Texas Administrative Code Subchapter 330. Click to View

28.

Budget & Management:

AI-87858

Indigent Defense Formula Grant (1100):
Requesting approval to submit the FY 2023 Hidalgo County Formula Grant Program Application and approval for County Judge to sign County Resolution. Click to View

American Rescue Plan Act:

AI-88013

Discussion, consideration, and approval of the second amended Memorandum of Understanding between ToGive International and the County of Hidalgo previously approved under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act - ToGive International Community Development Project on CC 03/08/2022 (AI-84699) and amended on CC 06/28/2022 (AI#86320). Click to View

AI-88014

a. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the second amended Memorandum of Understanding between Boys & Girls Club of Pharr-San Juan and the County of Hidalgo previously approved under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Educational Opportunity and Readiness Program on CC. 03/08/2022 (AI-84476).
b. Discussion consideration, and approval to revise the program that the Boys & Girls Club of Pharr-San Juan Project Learn was previously approved under to the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Recreational Development Program.
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AI-87995

ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a budget amendment for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Hoehn Stormwater Project (ARPA-22-124-097) to $629,000.00.

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AI-87956

ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
A. Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for Assistance to the Boys and Girls Club of Edinburg Rio Grande Valley Legacy Center (ARPA-22-124-122). This project will assist with remediation and repairs due to continued water infiltration. These repairs will ensure that vital community services continue and that a safe and nurturing environment is provided in response to the ongoing COVID-19 public health emergency.
B. Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding to provide funding to the Boys and Girls Club of Edinburg Rio Grande Valley Legacy Center with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the agreement. Click to View

AI-87953

ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290): Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for a Warehouse Forklift (ARPA-22-340-112). This project is to assist with moving, storing and managing PPE inventory within the warehouse and distribution locations. Click to View

Budget Appropriations:

AI-88017

Pct. 2 Rd Maint (1200):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds for various Pct. 2 Road & Bridge Accounts from the Road & Bridge Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $500,000.00 to fund operating expenditures. Click to View

AI-87979

Constable Pct. 1 CCP 59 (1233):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds for Constable Pct. 1 CCP 59 from the CCP 59 Forfeiture Fund unassigned fund balance in the amount of $1,205.00 to fund general supplies expenses. Click to View

AI-87996

A. Requesting approval to rescind action taken on CC 06/09/22; AI-86142 for cash match interfund.
B. Approval to deobligate cash match funds in the amount of $758.65 and appropriate into Const. Pct 4 in relation to FY22 Const. Pct4 STEP Operation Slowdown Grant due to department requesting no action on acceptance of award. Click to View

AI-87941

A. Approval of ratification of the 2021 Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for various TXDOT projects.
B. Approval of ratification of the 2021 appropriation of funds for various TXDOT projects in the total amount of $17,078,364.36. Click to View

29.

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).

Hidalgo County

AI-87967

A. Discussion, consideration, and action on Amendment No. 23 & 24 [as drafted & approved as to legal form by Hon. J. Hawkins, Porter Hedges] between Hidalgo County and Architect, HDR Architecture, Inc., [C-16-141-10-31] to include the following Scope of Work in connection with the "Construction of the New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project:
B. Requesting approval of Amendment No. 23: Movement Management 2 Miscellaneous Changes
C. Requesting approval of Amendment No. 24: Building Security Additions
D. Requesting authority for County Judge and/or the HCCEO, to sign required documents. Click to View

AI-87906

Requesting authority to accept and award contract C-22-0562-10-18 for the Moving/Relocation Services for Hidalgo County Courthouse, to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, On-Demand Logistics Services LLC, for the total amount of $70,055.59 ; with authority to issue Notice to Proceed. Click to View

AI-87903

A. Presentation for discussion, consideration, and action of 4th Amendment to Letter of Engagement with Porter Hedges, LLP with regard to the scope of legal services, including but not limited to other professional & consulting services for Phase I and Phase II Courthouse Projects; as attached with details herein.
B. Requesting authority for County Judge to sign all required documents. Click to View

AI-87902

A. Requesting authority to allocate ERO Architects, the Architect of Record, with the Section 179D Energy Efficient Commercial Building Deduction; for their energy-efficient technical specifications implemented on the following Hidalgo County Projects:

Precinct No.4 - Mechanic Shop - $2,100,000.00
New Hidalgo County Courthouse - $149,004,321.00

B. Requesting authority for the Owner's Designated Representative, Mr. Valde Guerra, Hidalgo County CEO, to sign all required documents. Click to View

AI-87948

Award contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder Frontera Materials Inc. thru RFB No. 22-0525-09-28-MGN for "Type D Hot Mix Asphalt (Gravel Only)". Click to View

Executive Office

AI-87846

A. Requesting exemption form competitive bidding requirement, under TxLGC 262.024 (a)(4) professional services;
B. Acceptance and approval of a Letter of Engagement with the Caso Law Firm, PLLC in connection with legal matters. Click to View

Pct. 1

AI-87892

Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 4, in the amount of $1,039,840.00, as submitted by project engineer, L & G Engineering, to provide engineering services through Contract #C-18-195-07-31 for the "Mile 6 Project (M14 1/2 to SH 107)" in Pct.1. Click to View

Pct. 2

AI-88015

Requesting approval to complete and submit a credit application as required by vendor, Doggett Machinery Services, LLC for the purpose of setting up an account to rent equipment, with authority for Commissioner Eduardo Cantu to sign credit application.

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Pct. 3

AI-87699

Requesting approval of the solicitation packet RFQ 22-0255-11-02-VBO " Professional Engineering Services for Construction Management, Material Testing, and Inspection for the Liberty Blvd. Project (US. 83 to Mile 3 Rd.) in Hidalgo County Precinct No.3", with authority to advertise and re-advertise, if applicable. Click to View

Pct. 4

AI-87961

Requesting approval for Change Order No.1 to C-22-0272-07-12 with The 5125 Company for Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 - Rio Grande Care Road Stormwater Project [as detailed in document] and recommended by project engineer, Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Click to View

AI-87968

Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated construction contract C-22-0514-10-18 to award the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, Mor-Wil, LLC in the amount of $615,171.07 for the "Hoehn Stormwater Project" (ARPA-22-124-097) within Precinct 4, with authority to issue "Notice to Proceed". Click to View

AI-87959

Requesting authority to reject all bids received from the solicitation packet RFB 22-0026-09-21-JLC for the "Construction of Davis Road Citizen Collection Site" within Precinct No.4, and requesting authority to re-advertise. Click to View

AI-87955

Requesting approval to award the best qualified vendor meeting all specifications for "Water Filtration System" (RFSQ 22-0448-08-10-TDL) with Tru Bleu Pure Water LLC. Click to View

AI-87844

Requesting acceptance of solicitation packet RFB No. 22-0047-11-16-JLC "Encore Ranches Stormwater Project"; and authority to advertise solicitation packet, including re-advertising if necessary. Click to View

IT Department

AI-88018

Requesting approval to purchase CCTV material plus labor from awarded vendor Telepro Communications through HC's membership/participation with TIPS Cooperative contract #200105, in the total amount of $67,456.78. Click to View

AI-87623

Requesting approval to purchase CISCO Catalyst 9200 Network for the new Justice Center in the amount of $53,159.12 through HC's membership/participation with DIR Cooperative contract #DIR-TSO-4167, awarded vendor Insight Public Sector, Inc., a reseller of Cisco Systems, Inc. Click to View

AI-87629

Requesting approval to purchase data material plus labor from awarded vendor Telepro Communications through HC's membership/participation with TIPS Cooperative contract #200105, in the total amount of $80,062.21. Click to View

AI-87619

Requesting approval to purchase Cisco branded hardware, networking equipment, and related services through Hidalgo County's membership/participation with Texas Department of Information Resources, contract DIR-TSO-4167, awarded vendor Insight Public Sector in the amount $81,110.32. Click to View

Health & Human Services Dept.

AI-87825

A. Requesting approval for a ratification of [AI-87307 CC 09-20-22] due to Item code # changed from 190-000 to 192-000 authority to accept and approve the current quote to purchase 84 ID NOW Covid Testing Kits from Abbot Rapid DX North America, LLC through the GSA Contract # 36F9721D0073 in the total amount $ 82,656.00.

B. Requesting authority to enter into an agreement with ABBOTT RAPID Dx North America, LLC. for the Health Department to purchase equipment/products on an "as needed basis" with authority for County Judge or designee to sign the Master Agreement. Click to View

Sheriff's Office

AI-87923

A. Approval of exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(4), a professional services;

B. Pursuant to the demonstrated competence under the Professional Procurement Act, Government Code 2254.003, acceptance and approval of contract for the provision of "Physician Services for New Hire Physical Exam and Urine Drug Screening" for the Hidalgo County Sheriffs' Office with Sobia Nasir M.D. Click to View

AI-87603

Requesting approval to purchase switches in connection to the Adult Detention Facility Surveillance System Project in the amount of $213,833.72 through DIR Cooperative Contract No. DIR-TSO-4167, awarded vendor Insight Public Sector, Inc., a reseller of Cisco Systems, Inc. Click to View

Planning Department

AI-87695

Requesting authority to purchase 4 "ArcGIS Online Mobile Worker" annual subscriptions and 15 "Arcgis Online Service Credits" through DIR Cooperative Contract No. DIR-CPO-4699 for the field operations of the HC planning department in the total amount of $2,859.38 Click to View

County Clerk

AI-87899

Requesting ratification of the agreement approved on CC 9/20/22 (AI-87385) with Foremost Communications to correct the service order #022657-02 to read #022799-02. Click to View

Co. Wide

AI-87983

A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under TX Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4), a personal or professional service;
B. Acceptance and approval of the Letter of Engagement and Fee Schedule with Coveler & Peeler, P.C. for special legal counsel to assist in the creation and formation of an Emergency Services District that overlaps ESDs No. 1, 2, 3, and 4, subject to legal review and 1295. Click to View

Facilities Management:

AI-88007

A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements, under TX Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(c), an item that can be obtained only from one source, including electric power, gas, water, and other utility services;

B. Acceptance and approval of the "Agreement for Gas Installation by Texas Gas Service Company" for the Bio-Safety Lab located within Precinct 4 with authority for Oscar Villarreal, Facilities Management Director to sign any pertinent documents. Click to View

Veterans Office:

AI-88012

Requesting approval and authority to advertise the RFB procurement packet [as attached hereto] for "Lease of Office Space to House County Departments - Veterans Office" including re-advertising if applicable. Click to View

30.

Executive Office:

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

AI-87974

1. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Lease Agreement between Hidalgo County and Willacy County Public Facility Corporation for the use of premises to include land, building and improvements comprising the Regional Detention Facility located in the City of Raymondville, County of Willacy, State of Texas.
2. Requesting authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor to include a manual check/wire transfer Click to View

31.

Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding:
A. County response to disaster/health emergency:
1. American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
B. Measures necessary to preserve public health and safety
C. Direction regarding County government operations, including but not limited to essential functions

32.

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:

Real Estate Acquisition

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.

Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation

AI-87990

Cause #C-3842-22-F; Guillermo San Miguel Martinez and Maura Sanchez individually and as representatives of the Estate of Guillermo San Miguel Sanchez, deceased v. Co. Click to View

AI-88002

Discussion regarding dispute on intersection of South Midway Road and West Mile 5 N Road Click to View

AI-88009

Guadalupe Montalvo III v Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office TWCCRD No. 1A22622 EEOC No. 31C-2022-00620 Click to View

AI-87878

Claim of Castulo Molina Click to View

AI-87880

Claim of Elvira Reyna Click to View

AI-87882

Claim of Susana Prado Click to View

AI-87884

Claim of Griselda Galindo Click to View

AI-87886

Claim of Edith Garcia Salas Click to View

33.

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)

34.

Open Session:

Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same

Pending and/or potential litigation

Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency

AI-87991

Cause #C-3842-22-F; Guillermo San Miguel Martinez and Maura Sanchez individually and as representatives of the Estate of Guillermo San Miguel Sanchez, deceased v. Co. Click to View

AI-88003

Discussion and possible action to address dispute at intersection of South Midway Road and West Mile 5 N Road. Click to View

AI-88010

Guadalupe Montalvo III v Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office TWCCRD No. 1A22622 EEOC No. 31C-2022-00620 Click to View

AI-87879