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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
NOVEMBER 1, 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-88149   Check Fraud (1222):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds in the amount of $15,500.00 to fund salaries and fringe benefit expenditures. Click to View
 
7.   Sheriff's Office:
 
A. AI-88141   Sheriff's Office - JLEO ICE (1284):
1. Approval to accept overtime agreement funding from U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) FY 2023 (10/01/2022 - 09/30/2023) in the amount of $60,000 ($15,000 per officer) in relation to joint law enforcement operations. 
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the agreement terms and conditions.  
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for FY 2023 ICE overtime agreement in the amount of $60,000.00 and appropriation of the same.  Click to View
 
B. AI-87988   Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office LEOSE (1220):
Approval of 2022 appropriation of funds from the LEOSE Unassigned Fund Balance for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office LEOSE in the amount of $1,752.35 to fund continuing education expenses for law enforcement officers. Click to View
 
8.   Constable Pct. #3:
 
A. AI-88129   Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Javier Ramon as Reserve Deputy Constable by Lazaro Gallardo, Jr. Constable Pct.3, in accordance to the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.  Click to View
 
9.   Constable Pct. #4:
 
A. AI-88186   Constable Pct. 4 - FY 2022 Local Border Security Program (LBSP) (1284):
Approval to submit a LBSP FY 2022 Grant No. 2998407 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). Click to View
 
10.   Tax Office - Paul Villarreal:
 
A. AI-88172   Approval for Inter-local Amendments for the following entities: South Texas ISD, City of Hidalgo City of Penitas, City of Sullivan City, City of Mission, City of Mercedes, City of Weslaco, Edcouch-Elsa ISD, City of Palmview, City of Elsa, Monte Alto ISD, And City of Alamo.  As per Clause VI, Consideration of our Collection of Taxes Contract, we will increase the annual collection fee.  This increase is within the 5% threshold as allowed by the contract. Click to View
 
B. AI-88156   Discussion and approval to execute a dealer deputy agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Payne Edinburg LLC DBA Payne Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram GDN No. P161687.  Dealer desires to act as an agent of the Tax Assessor Collector in the issuance of motor vehicle registration stickers, license plates and in the application for vehicle titles.  This agreement is subject to the Dealer Deputy providing a surety bond in an amount as determined by the County Tax Assessor-Collector in accordance with applicable law. 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-88104   449th DC - Juvenile Drug Court/Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court (1286):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 011-003 0001 Case Manager 10
Create 011-004 0001 Case Manager 10
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C. AI-88103   Public Defender (1100):
Approval to award a discretionary step for the employees listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 7 085-003 0024 Public Defender III 17
Discretionary Step 7 085-003 0027 Public Defender III 17
Click to View
 
D. AI-88079   Parks Precinct 2 (1100):
Approval to extend the following full-time temporary positions, beginning 11/07/2022 and ending 12/31/2022:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Extend temporary positions 122-008 T075 & T076 Maintenance I 03
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E. AI-88130   Pct 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023 not to exceed 05/01/2023:
Action  Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Allowance Amount
Add Supplemental Allowance 123-005 0107 Mechanic III 10 $5,000.00
Click to View
 
F. AI-88095   WIC Adm. (1292):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 11/07/2022 and for calendar year 2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 350-001 0080 WIC Certification Specialist I 05
Create 350-001 0277 Maintenance II 05
Click to View
 
G. AI-88100   Jail Commissary (2102):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 11/07/2022 and for calendar year 2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade/Rank
Delete 280-015 0013 Clerk III Grade 05
Create 280-015 0023 Detention Officer Rank 01
Click to View
 
H. AI-88105   CSLFRF/ARPA Adm. (1290) :
1. Approval of the following actions, as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval for the duration of the grant.

2. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Current Position Title Current Grade Proposed Position Title Proposed Grade
Reclassification 115-101 0003 Program Specialist II 11 Program Specialist III 13
Reclassification 115-101 0007 Program Specialist II 11 Program Specialist III 13
Delete 115-101 001 Program Manager II 15 - -
Delete  115-101 0004 - 0006 Program Specialist II 11 - -
Create 115-101 0024 - 0025 - - Program Specialist III 13

3. Approval to revise the Classified Position Inventory List to add the new position: Program Specialist III (Grade 13). Click to View
 
I. AI-88158   Crim DA (1100):
1. Approval to award a discretionary step for the employee listed below in accordance with HR criteria certification as per Section 8.03 of the Classification and Compensation Plan, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 4 080-002 0051 Assistant District Attorney II 15

DA - Check Fraud (1222):
2. Approval to create a temporary full-time position, effective next pay period 11/07/2022 and for calendar year 2023 not to exceed 05/08/2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 080-006 0001 Clerk I 01

DA Border Prosecution Intiative(1281)/Crim DA (1100):
3. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Grade
Delete 080-012 0009 Assistant District Attorney IV 19
080-002 A217
Delete 080-012 0010 Assistant District Attorney IV 19
080-002 A218
Create 080-012 0011 Assistant District Attorney V 21
Create 080-012 0012 Assistant District Attorney V 21

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J. AI-88181   County Judges - VISTA Grant / (1100):
Approval to create the following full-time temporary position, effective upon Commissioners Court approval and for calendar year 2023 not to exceed 01/14/2023:
Action Dept/Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade
Create 110-XXX TBD Supervisor I 09
Click to View
 
12.   Urban County:
 
A. AI-88069   1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services.

2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, City of Palmview and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2022 City of Palmview Street Improvement Funds. 
 
Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
B2Z ENGINEERING 88.67%  
HINOJOSA ENGINEERING 88.00%  
IZAGUIRRE ENGINEERING 82.67%  

3. Authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of _________________________for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2022 City of Palmview Street Improvement Project.  Click to View
 
B. AI-88054   1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services.

2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) Engineering Service firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, City of Sullivan, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2022 City of Sullivan Street Improvement Funds & Pct. # 3 (2020-2021) Street Improvements for City of Sullivan.
 
Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
S & B INFRASTRUCTURE, LTD 89.67%  
TERRACON ENGINEERING, INC 89.00%  
IZAGUIRRE ENGINEERING, LLC 86.34%  

3. Authority to negotiate a professional Engineering Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of____________________________for the provision of Surveying & Engineering Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2022 & Pct. # 3 (2020-2021) for City of Sullivan Street Improvement Project.  Click to View
 
C. AI-88029   1.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services;

2.  Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by CC of at least three (3) Engineering Firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 31, 32 & 33 (2018, 2019 & 2020) Progreso Street Improvements funds.
 
Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
Javier Hinojosa Engineering 92.67%  
Izaguirre Engineering Group, LLC. 86.33%  
Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc 82.00%  

3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of __________________________________for the provision of Engineering Service for an Urban County Program Year 31, 32 & 33 (2018, 2019 & 2020) Progreso Street Improvement project. Click to View
 
D. AI-88083   Requesting approval of 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 will increase the 2020 Agreement with Proyecto Azteca utilizing available FY 2017 and FY 2018 CHDO balances in the amount of $121,180.82 Click to View
 
E. AI-88074   The Urban County Program requests approval of Sub-Recipient Agreements with the following Non-Profit Agencies for Program Year 35 (2022) CDBG Public Service funds to be retroactively effective July 1, 2022 to May 31, 2023.  (See attached Agreement)
Amigos Del Valle Children’s Advocacy Center of Hidalgo County Women Together Foundation, Inc.
Boys & Girls Club of Pharr Easter Seals RGV Nuestra Clinica del Valle, Inc.
City of Edinburg dba Boys & Girls Club The Pharr Literacy Project, Inc. Open Hands Community Charitable Services
C.A.M.P. University Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc. Boys & Girls Club of Weslaco, Inc.
CASA of Hidalgo County, Inc. Community Hope Projects, Inc. ToGive International 
Click to View
 
F. AI-88055   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment (Vector Control Devices) from Adapco, LLC for Precinct No. 1, in the amount of $22,000.00.  UCP Fiscal Years 35 (2022) Precinct #1 Health Services funding will be utilized.
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G. AI-88056   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment (Vector Control Devices) from Adapco, LLC for Precinct No. 3, in the amount of $22,000.00.  UCP Fiscal Years 35 (2022) Precinct #3 Health Services funding will be utilized.
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H. AI-88062   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment (Vector Control Devices) from Adapco, LLC for Precinct No. 4, in the amount of $22,000.00.  UCP Fiscal Years 35 (2022) Precinct #4 Health Services funding will be utilized.
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I. AI-88070   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $288,988.00 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 34 & 35 (2021-2022) Alton Street Improvement Funds.  Click to View
 
J. AI-88076   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295” the Urban County Program is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Rene Guerra & Son Hauling LLC, the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $646,048.94 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 33,34 & 35 (2020, 2021, 2022) San Juan Street Improvements Funds. Click to View
 
13.   Health & Human Services Department:
 
A. AI-88019   Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) and Hidalgo County Health and Human Services Department for the purpose of working cooperatively to provide Conference/Seminar Delivery/Other emergency services related to public health training support such as the South Texas All Hazards Conference. Click to View
 
14.   Head Start Program:
 
A. AI-88093   Discussion/Approval of the Reporting Child Health and Safety Incidents Policy Click to View
 
B. AI-88098   Discussion/Approval of Disposition of Modular Buildings Click to View
 
C. AI-88049   Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Dentists Who Care Click to View
 
D. AI-88050   Discussion/Approval to Enter into the Best and Final Negotiated Contract with Leonel Garza, Jr. & Associates in the Amount of $15,000.00 for Appraisal Services for 20 (Twenty) Head Start Facilities Click to View
 
E. AI-88051   Requesting Approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court via Al #81850, dated August 10, 2021, on the selection of Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, LLC due to the expiration of the Referral Pool for Professional Engineering Services Click to View
 
F. AI-88052   Exemption from Competitive Bidding
1.  Requesting Exemption from Competitive Bidding Requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) Professional Services
2.  Presentation of the Scoring Grid (for the Purpose of Ranking by Commissioners' Court) of the Firms Graded and Evaluated through the County's Approved "Pool" of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Services Required for the Hidalgo County Head Start Outdoor Learning Environment and Discovery Classrooms Project as Designed
   Firms             KCI Technologies, Inc.             STRADA Engineering and Consulting, LLC RO Engineering, LLC                
Evaluator 1 95 94 85
Evaluator 2 98 99 96
  Evaluator 3 90 91 88
 Total Score 283 284 269
 Ranking      

3.  Authority to Negotiate a Professional Contract for Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Services for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environment and Discovery Classrooms Project as Designed Click to View
 
G. AI-88135   1.  Office of Head Start (OHS) Information Memorandums
  • Reporting Child Health and Safety Incidents
  • Strategies to Stabilize the Head Start Workforce
2.  Hidalgo County Head Start Program Initiatives Click to View
 
15.   Adult Probation:
 
A. AI-88150   DWI Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY2023 DWI Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $124,465.49 for the grant period of 9/1/2022 thru 8/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY2023 DWI Court Grant in the amount of $124,465.49 and appropriation of the same.

Veterans Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY2023 Veterans Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $86,064.30 for the grant period of 9/1/2022 thru 8/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues as approved by the County Auditor's Office for the FY2023 Veterans Court Grant in the amount of $86,064.30 and appropriation of the same.

Reentry Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY2023 Reentry Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $170,765.07 for the grant period of 9/1/2022 thru 8/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY2023 Reentry Court Grant in the amount of $170,765.07 and appropriation of the same.

MISD DWI Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY2023 Misdemeanor DWI Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $145,541.66 for the grant period of 9/1/2022 thru 8/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY2023 MDWI Court Grant in the amount of $145,541.66 and appropriation of the same.

Mental Health Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY2023 Mental Health Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $193,572.33 for the grant period of 9/1/2022 thru 8/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY2023 Mental Health Court Grant in the amount of $193,572.33 and appropriation of the same.

HC Youthful Offender Court Grant (1289)
1. Approval to accept the FY2023 HC Youthful Offender Court grant from the Office of Governor (Criminal Justice Division) in the amount of $128,028.02 for the grant period of 9/1/2022 thru 8/31/2023.
2. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY2023 HC Youthful Offender Court Grant in the amount of $128,028.02 and appropriation of the same. Click to View
 
16.   Community Service Agency:
 
A. AI-88028   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept Amendment No. 4 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
 
B. AI-88030   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the donation check in the amount of $25,000 from United Way of South Texas to helped leverage and complete the $500,000 Disaster Relief grant from the US Department of Health and Human Services via Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. Click to View
 
C. AI-88027   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept Amendment No. 3 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
 
17.   Elections Administration:
 
A. AI-87992   1. Discussion on Election Updates
2. Approval of the November 8, 2022 General and Local Entities Election Services Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities:
  • Donna ISD Contract
  • ECISD Contract
  • Edcouch Elsa ISD Contract
  • Hidalgo ISD Contract
  • Monte Alto ISD
  • South Texas ISD Contract
 Click to View
 
18.   WIC:
 
A. AI-87935   WIC ADM: 
Requesting approval to submit the Texas WIC Dietetic Internship Letter of Agreement 2023 for Mariana Hinojosa to the WIC State Office and the authority for the County Judge to sign. Click to View
 
19.   Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A. AI-87788   UT-Health Snap-Ed Program (1286):
1. Requesting ratification of the approval of Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Health Science Center At Houston on behalf of its Department of Brownsville Regional Campus to provide Tu Salud/Si Cuenta Program activities (effective October 1, 2022, expires September 30, 2023).
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues associated with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with UT-Health Science at Houston and appropriation of the same.
3. Requesting the ratification of the approval to continue the payment of salaries for (2) Hidalgo County Health Workers currently being paid with FY22 grant funds; to start payment of salaries out of the fiscal year 2023 grant funds after approval of the new Interlocal Agreement with the UT-Health Snap-Ed Program commencing on October 1, 2022 - September 30, 2023. Click to View
 
20.   Budget & Management:
 
A. AI-88094   Pct. 1 Rd. Maint (1200):
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in the amount of $19,750.10 for Pct. 1 Rd. Maint in relation to scrap metal proceeds and appropriation of same to fund purchase of supplies and equipment. Click to View
 
B.   American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1. AI-88220   ARPA - American Rescue Plan Act Funds (1290):
Discussion, consideration and approval to revise the Second Hidalgo County Premium Pay Program to include the Hidalgo County Community Supervision and Corrections Department. Click to View
 
2. AI-88092   Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and Hidalgo County CSCD (Adult Probation) Click to View
 
3. AI-88148   Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for the Emergency Response Ambulance Initiative (ARPA-22-110-126). This initiative will increase medical emergency response capabilities to properly and strategically respond to our vulnerable population. Click to View
 
4. AI-88142   Discussion, consideration, and action to amend the expenditure category for the production “Oskar’s Not So Simple Comeback” by Alley Theatre for participating ISDs. Click to View
 
5. AI-88144   Discussion, consideration, and action to approve a budget amendment for the Hidalgo County Health Department Insight Remote Access Software Services (ARPA-21-340-042) to $228,346.00. Click to View
 
6. AI-88145   Discussion, consideration, and approval to amend the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and South Texas College approved on 09/06/2022 Commissioners Court AI-87301 with the authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement. Click to View
 
C.   Budget Appropriations:
 
1. AI-88214   Pct 3 City of Alton ICA (1200):
Approval of certification of revenues as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $160,374.84 from the City of Alton in relation to ICA for Glasscock Road and appropriation of the same. Click to View
 
2. AI-88078   CARES Act Fund (1287):
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for interest earned for the calendar year 2022 in the amount of $26,799.24 in relation to the CARES Act fund and appropriation of same. Click to View
 
D.   Interfund transfers:
 
1. AI-88175   Pct. 4 Memorial Park (1301):
Approval of 2022 interfund transfer from Pct 4 - Linn SM Veterans Park (Fund 1301) into Pct. 4 Memorial Park (Fund 1301) to fund park expenditures in the amount of $61,568.12. 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. AI-88001   1. Requesting authorization to declare the items listed in Exhibit "A [Fleet, Court Awarded Vehicles, Heavy Equipment, and General Merchandise] as “Surplus” for the purpose of sale through an auction scheduled for 11-19-2022 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 263.152(a)(1);

2. Requesting authorization to advertise the auction;

3. Requesting authorization to remove assets listed in Exhibit A from Hidalgo County inventory after the auction, and in the event of “NO BIDS” received destroy or otherwise dispose of as worthless in as much as the sale of said items, pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.151(1) and/or 263.152(a)(3). Click to View
 
B.   Hidalgo County
 
1. AI-87917   A. Requesting authority to terminate the six (6) months contract with Skyline EMS Inc. for Precinct 3 contract # C-22-0577-09-20 EMS Ambulance Services [AI-87422 09/20/2022].

B. Requesting authority to enter into a contract with Skyline EMS Inc. for the Emergency Ambulance Services under Project # 22-0549a-10-12-MEG for Pct. 1 (unincorporated areas, rural areas and areas serviced by ESD #2).

C. Requesting authority to enter into a contract with Skyline EMS Inc. for the Emergency Ambulance Services under Project # 22-0549b-10-12-MEG for Pct. 3 Click to View
 
2. AI-88120   A.  Approval of exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(4), a professional services;

B.  Acceptance and approval of a negotiated service agreement with Dr. Norma Jean Farley, MD/ forensic pathologist for the provision of autopsies and related services as drafted and developed by District Attorney's Office confirming compliance with those provisions set forth in Government Code 2254 (1) on basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and, (2) for a fair and reasonable price (fees permitted by law). Click to View
 
C.  
Executive Office
 
1. AI-88143   Requesting approval of the following Change Order No.4 [as detailed in this document attached hereto] 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.  Click to View
 
D.   Pct. 1
 
1. AI-88139   A. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $18,075.36, as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., through On-Call Construction Materials & Geotechnical Testing Services Agreement (C-21-0879-11-16) to provide Geotechnical Engineering Services for the Sunrise Hill Park Project located in Hidalgo County Precinct No. One (1).

B. With authority to issue a Notice to Proceed. Click to View
 
2. AI-88193   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 Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between HC Emergency Services District No. 2 and the County of Hidalgo for Emergency Ambulance Services. Click to View
 
3. AI-88153   Requesting approval to accept renewal agreement and accept a donation from Superior Health Plan in the amount of $5,000 for Hidalgo County Progreso Community Resource Center to sponsor the Hygiene Closet from November 2022 - April 2023 or until funds have been exhausted, subject to legal approval.  Click to View
 
E.   Pct. 4
 
1. AI-88173   A. Requesting Approval of Work Authorization No.2 with CobbFendley & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $12,849.50 [as detailed in document], under Precinct 4 Professional Engineering Services Agreement No. (C-21-0946-12-28) for the "On-Call Engineer Services for Road & Bridge, Capital Improvement Projects, and other Other Projects in General" for the Engineer to provide flashing signal design services. Click to View
 
2. AI-88031   A. Requesting approval of the proposal for crane services submitted by TNT CRANE & RIGGING for the oil tank relocation project in Precinct No. 4, in the amount of $2,538.00
B. Requesting approval for Commissioner Ellie Torres to sign all required documents.  Click to View
 
3. AI-88127   Requesting approval of the following invoices for processing and payment:
P.O.  Project / Vendor Invoice Date Invoice No.  Invoice Amount
765626 Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Memorial Park / TWG Architects 09/14/2022 4 $9,416.00
843995 Hidalgo County Precinct No.4 All Star Park 10/25/2022 1 $481,553.53
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F.   IT Department
 
1. AI-88025   Acceptance and approval of the proposal from Insight Public Sector, Inc. for Consulting Services and labor to install 1 functional Wilson Signal Booster commercial grade system for the New HC Courthouse in the amount of $377,222.35 through OMNIA Cooperative Contract 4400006644.  Click to View
 
2. AI-87634   A. Requesting approval to purchase audio material plus video labor for ''Phase 1 - Equipment that is readily available" from awarded vendor Telepro Communications through HC's membership/participation with TIPS Cooperative contract #200105 in the total amount of $68,956.51.

B. Requesting approval to purchase audio material and video labor for "Phase 2 - Equipment with longer lead times" from awarded vendor Telepro Communications through HC's membership/participation with TIPS Cooperative contract #200105 in the total amount of $20,978.14. Click to View
 
G.   Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1. AI-87736   Requesting consideration and approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo and The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for the collaboration of services to facilitate, recruit, provide outreach and resource development to help improve the self-sufficiency, health and well-being of the residents of the area known as John Austin Peña Memorial Center. Click to View
 
H.   WIC
 
1. AI-87986   Requesting approval to award Contract C-22-0511-11-01 "Lease of Office Space - WIC Administration Office" (RFB 22-0511-10-05-KMG) to BIC Development Corp., the sole bidder meeting all requirements and specifications. Click to View
 
I.   Tax Office
 
1. AI-88157   Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Fax Service Agreement with Copy Graphics, Inc. for one (1) Brother 2820 Fax at $150.00 annually and one (1) Canon LC-650i at $290.00 annually, with authority for Pablo Villarreal, Jr., HC Tax Assessor-Collector to sign all pertinent documents, subject to final legal approval. Click to View
 
J.   Budget & Management
 
1. AI-88152   Requesting approval to terminate contract C-22-0228-03-22 with Sergio Cruz pursuant to paragraph 5 of "Agreement for Consulting Services Related to General Budget and Management Issues", due to services no longer needed. Click to View
 
K.   Auditor's Office
 
1. AI-88121   A. Requesting exemption form competitive bidding requirement, under TxLGC 262.024 (a)(4) personal services;
B. Acceptance and approval of personal service agreement and fee schedule between Hidalgo County (Auditor's Office) and Dagoberto Soto Jr. for financial accounting and reporting services. Click to View
 
L.   Constables:
 
1. AI-87573   Constable Pct. #4:
A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(A), items for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes, or monopolies;
B. Acceptance and approval of the "Sole Source Declaration" for Kologik, LLC for the purchase of COPsync Software including licenses and support services to be utilized by County Law Enforcement agencies with said declaration to remain in effect while the declaration is in place or until revoked by HCCC;
C. Requesting approval to enter into a three (3) year Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreement with Kologik, LLC for HC Constable Pct 4 to document, record, manage and exchange information necessary for daily law enforcement activities; Click to View
 
2. AI-88024   Constable Pct. #1:
Requesting approval to accept and utilize ten (10) M16A2 rifles 5.56, barrel Length 20, military weapons transferred from the Texas LESO Program (formally Texas 1033/1122 Program).
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M.   Co. Wide
 
1. AI-88119   Pursuant to Section 10 of the Legal Notice, "Contract Transition (Grace Period)" of Contract C-20-676-12-22, requesting authority to exercise the 60-day extension at the end of the contract term under the same rates, terms, and conditions with SAFE Global Services while the procurement process is complete. Subject to 1295. Click to View
 
N.   Facilities Management:
 
1. AI-88190   Requesting acceptance and approval of the door key release agreement with TK Elevator Corporation for the issuance of an emergency door key to HC, with authority for Oscar Villarreal, Facilities Management Director, to sign all pertinent documents. Subject to legal approval.  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-88023   Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Agreement between County of Hidalgo and County of Willacy Click to View
 
C. AI-88206   1. Discussion, consideration, and action accepting the Notice of Grant Award, Amendment No. 2, Agreement No. 21VSGTX008 from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) - AmeriCorps VISTA project in the amount of $35,000.00
2. Authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign all grant award required and related documents to include electronic signature
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, in the amount of the $35,000.00 and appropriation of the same. Click to View
 
D. AI-87821   Approval of 2023 Holiday Schedule Click to View
 
23.   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
 
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-88182   Discussion regarding memorandum of agreement between Hidalgo County and U.S. Customs and Border Protection Click to View
 
E. AI-88209   TWCCRD 1A23141 / EEOC: 31C-2023-00125; Maria T. Flores v. County Click to View
 
F. AI-88221   EEOC 31C-2023-00142; Juan F. Zuniga v Hidalgo County Courthouse Click to View
 
G. AI-88159   Cause No. C-4049-22-A; City of Penitas et al vs. County of Hidalgo et al Click to View
 
H. AI-88110   Claim of Nancy Leonila Rosales Click to View
 
I. AI-88112   Claim of Patrick Allen Terry  Click to View
 
J. AI-88164   Claim of Richard Guerra 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-88180   Discussion and possible action to approve Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County and U.S. Customs and Border Protection Click to View
 
E. AI-88210   TWCCRD 1A23141 / EEOC: 31C-2023-00125; Maria T. Flores v. County Click to View
 
F. AI-88222   EEOC 31C-2023-00142; Juan F. Zuniga v Hidalgo County Courthouse Click to View
 
G. AI-88160   Cause No. C-4049-22-A; City of Penitas et al vs. County of Hidalgo et al Click to View
 
H. AI-88111   Claim of Nancy Leonila Rosales  Click to View
 
I. AI-88114   Claim of Patrick Allen Terry  Click to View
 
J. AI-88165   Claim of Richard Guerra 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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