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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
APRIL 4, 2023
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.   Approval of Awards/Recognitions:
 
A. AI-90276   Approval of Proclamation expressing gratitude for the work of Juanita Valdez-Cox. Click to View
 
B. AI-90048   Proclamation declaring April 2023 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Click to View
 
C. AI-90047   Proclamation declaring April 2023 as National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Click to View
 
D. AI-90277   Approval of Proclamation recognizing April as National Stress Awareness Month. Click to View
 
E. AI-90278   Approval of Proclamation declaring April 21 as Power Talk 21 Day. Click to View
 
6.   Open Forum
 
7.   County Judge's Office:
 
A. AI-90321   Discussion, consideration and action on approval of Hidalgo County Internet Accessibility Survey. Click to View
 
8.   Head Start Program:
 
A. AI-90165   Discussion/Approval of Change in Scope Modification: The Hidalgo County Head Start Program (HCHSP) proposes to submit to the Office of Head Start, a Change in Scope Application under our current Head Start Grant No. 06CH012134, to allow our program to address crucial issues Impacting our program such as, low enrollment and the retention of trained personnel.  Our target date for the implementation of the Change of Scope amendment will be August 1, 2023.  This "Change of Scope" application proposes to reduce funded enrollment by 490 slots, from 3,690 to 3,200, while retaining the current funding level of $30,131,685 for Operations and $322,586 for Technical Assistance, in effect raising the funding per child from $8,165 to $9,416.  Click to View
 
B. AI-90168   Discussion/Approval of Supplemental Funding Application for Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and Quality Improvement (QI):  The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has informed the Hidalgo County Head Start Program (HCHSP) that "The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023" Includes an increase in funding for all Head Start Programs to support a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) and Quality Improvement (QI).  ACF further instructs that this COLA adjustment must be applied to the "pay scale of each Head Start position, including current employees and unfilled vacancies" and must be no less than 5.6%.  Quality Improvement (QI) funds are allocated proportionately to allow for meaningful investments, as permitted by the Act.  Our Program's increased allocation for COLA is $1,687,358 and $1,044,346 for QI totaling $2,731,704. A 7.8% COLA for custodians, disability aides, bus drivers, bus aides, family service workers, assistant teachers, teachers, and campus directors and all other eligible Head Start employees a 5.6% COLA totaling $1,682,955. Click to View
 
C. AI-90295   Discussion/Approval of Three (3) Memorandums of Understanding with the following School Districts:  Donna ISD, Edcouch-Elsa ISD, La Joya ISD Click to View
 
D. AI-90169   Discussion/Approval of COVID-19 Mitigation Policy Click to View
 
E. AI-90170   Discussion/Approval of Application and Certificate for Payment for Invoice #20347 in the Amount of $1,444.03 and Invoice #20363 in the Amount of $678.25 for Professional Services Submitted by B2Z Engineering, Construction
Management Engineer, through Contract C-21-004-09-21-AS for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms
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F. AI-90171   Discussion/Approval to Advertise and Approval of Statement of Qualifications, Requirements and Scope of Services for the Following:
1. Medical Providers
2. Dental Providers
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G. AI-90167   Discussion/Approval of the Hidalgo County Head Start Program 2023 Self-Assessment Results Click to View
 
9.   District Attorney's Office:
 
A. AI-90179   DA FED SHRG DOJ (1256):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds from the DA FED SHRG DOJ (1256) in the amount of $14,600.00.
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B. AI-90238   DA - Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) grant (1281)
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537810 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
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C. AI-90204   DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924305 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
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D. AI-90156   DA's Office - Victim Coordinator and Liaison Grant (VCLG) (1281):
1. Requesting approval of the VCLG "FY2023 Budget Adjustment Request Form".
2. Requesting approval for the County Judge to sign the VCLG "FY2023 Budget Adjustment Request Form".
3. Requesting approval to submit the VCLG "FY2023 Budget Adjustment Request Form" to the Office of the Attorney General.
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10.   Sheriff's Office:
 
A. AI-90224   Sheriff-Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Division (HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 1, 2023 through February 29, 2024.
2. Authorization and approval for the County Judge, as authorized official, to certify and e-sign the application form and related documents under e-grants.
3. Approval of Resolution for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) to designate Judge Richard F. Cortez as grantee's Authorized Official and to sign required documents.
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B. AI-90128   Requesting approval for County Treasurer to process payment for reimbursement in the amount of $59.95 to Sr. Deputy Cindy Casarez after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Sr. Deputy Cindy Casarez paid for fuel expense and meals with personal credit card due to County Fuel Card not working properly. Click to View
 
C. AI-90298   1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor's Office.
2. Approval of budget appropriation for $2,500.00
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11.   Constable Pct. #1:
 
A. AI-90281   Constable Pct.1 (1220):
Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in relation to the Hidalgo County Constable Pct. 1 LEOSE Special Education fund award and received from the Texas Comptroller Office, in the amount of $1,285.28 and appropriation of the same.
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B. AI-90184   Constable Pct. 1 - Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor- Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 1, 2023 through February 28,2024.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign grant application and all related documents under e-grants. 
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12.   Constable Pct. #2:
 
A. AI-90209   Constable Pct. 2 - Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor- Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 1, 2023 through February 28, 2024.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign grant application and all related documents under e-grants.
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13.   Constable Pct. #3:
 
A. AI-90112   Constable Pct.3 - FY 2023 Operation Slowdown Grant (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to ratify application for the FY 2023 STEP -Operation Slowdown Grant with the Texas Department of Transportation through TXDOT E-grants for the period of July 14, 2023 - July 30, 2023.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2023-STEP Operation Slowdown to designate Judge Richard Cortez, as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution. 
3. Approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application and all related documents. 
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B. AI-90187   Constable Pct. 3 - Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD), through e-grants for the period of March 1, 2023 through February 28, 2024. 
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) to designate County Judge Richard Cortez as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution. 
3. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign grant application and all related documents under e-grants.
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14.   Constable Pct. #4:
 
A. AI-90250   Constable Pct. 4 - Operation Stonegardern Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) with the Office of the Governor's Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG - HSGD) through e-grants for the period of March 1, 2023 to February 28, 2024.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2022 Operation Stonegardern Grant (OPSG) to designate Judge Richard Cortez, as grantee's authorized official with authority for County Judge to execute resolution.
3. Approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application and all related documents.
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15.   Constable Pct. #5:
 
A. AI-90162   Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Cameron Coleman as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable Daniel Marichalar, Constable Precinct 5 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012. Click to View
 
16.   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-90313   Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 122-006 0118 Mechanic I 06
Create 122-006 0119 Mechanic II 08


Parks Pct. 2 (1100):
2. Approval to create six (6) temporary part-time positions for 12 weeks, beginning 05/22/2023 through 08/13/2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Hourly Rate
Create 122-008 T077 Head Lifeguard $15.00
Create 122-008 T078 - T080 Lifeguard $12.00
Create 122-008 T081 & T082 Attendant $12.00

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C. AI-90227   Pct. 3 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg.  Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 123-005 0016 & 0080 Equipment Operator II 08
Create 123-005 0130 & 0131 Equipment Operator III 10
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D. AI-90190   Human Resources - Health Benefits / Employee Wellness Program (2201) 
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 190-017 0009 Nutritionist I 11
Delete 190-018 0003 Wellness Specialist 08
Create 190-017 0010 Nutritionist II 13
Create 190-018 0004 Coordinator III, Wellness Program 13
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E. AI-90285   Various Departments (1200):
Approval to set salaries as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval.
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17.   Urban County:
 
A. AI-90212   Approval of Proclamation declaring April 2023 as Fair Housing Month and authorizing County Judge and County Clerk to sign any and all documents related to this agenda. Click to View
 
B. AI-90226   Section 3 Presentation to Local Community for Grant No. CFC21-0418 awarded by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) under the Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) Program Colonia Funds: Construction, as required by TDA.
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C. AI-90217   Urban County is requesting authority to terminate negotiations for professional engineering services for the second/third highest ranked firms for the (2022) Sullivan City Street Improvements project. Click to View
 
D. AI-90213   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Equipment  from Fisher Scientific Company, L.L.C. for  the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $23,830.02.  UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized. Click to View
 
E. AI-90214   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from Sole Source designated vendor bioMerieux DBA BioFireDiagnostic, LLC for the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $187,415.50.UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized. Click to View
 
F. AI-90225   “Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase Equipment  from McKesson Medical-Surgical Government Solutions, LLC for  the Hidalgo County Health Facility Project in the amount of $9,930.00.  UCP Fiscal Year 33 (2020) CDBG-CV Other Public Services funds will be utilized. Click to View
 
18.   Health & Human Services Department:
 
A. AI-90292   Pursuant to Chapter 121 Local Public Health Reorganization Act; Sec. 121.006, requesting approval of the Schedule of Fees for the Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department based on the 2023 Federal Poverty Level and the Full Pay Fee Schedule to be effective April 4, 2023.   Click to View
 
B. AI-90261   1.  Requesting acceptance and approval for County Judge to esign the Public Health Infrastructure grant contract HHS001312200001 and related documents.  The term is upon execution through November 30, 2027.  
2.  Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $2,601,178.00 as approved by the County Auditor and appropriation of the same.  
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C. AI-90102   Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Elsa and the County of Hidalgo, Texas.  The purpose of the agreement is for Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department to provide inspection and permitting of OSSF disposal systems within the City of Elsa jurisdiction as further described within the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement attached herein.   Click to View
 
19.   Community Service Agency:
 
A. AI-90288   Discussion, consideration and possible action to accept the Americorps Notice of Grant Award Contract 21SCGTX002 in the amount of 1,758,083, from the Corporation of National and Community Service CNCS for our Senior Companion Program, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents Click to View
 
B. AI-90289   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept the AmeriCorps Notice of Grant Award Contract #21FGTX001 in the amount of $ 940,818, from the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) for our Foster Grandparent program, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.  Click to View
 
20.   Elections Department:
 
A. AI-90195   1. Discussion on Election Updates
2. Approval of the May 6, 2023 Local Entities Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the following entities:
  • City of Penitas
  • City of San Juan
  • Donna ISD
  • McAllen ISD
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21.   Planning Department:
 
A. AI-90265   1. Preliminary Approval with Variance Request 
a. Replat of Lot 3 Owens Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Eloman Partnership, Ltd.) (I-2 & Main Blvd.)
No. of Lots: 1 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: C
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by onsite detention with a proposed 8” bleeder line connecting onto a TxDot System.
ETJ: Yes, City of Mission.
Water: Yes, provided by H.C.M.U.D. 1.
Sewer: Yes, provided by H.C.M.U.D. 1
Paved: Yes, Expressway 83 is paved.

2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. North Victoria Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (J&D Tierra Ventures, LLC.) (Victoria Road & Mile 10 North Road )
No. of Lots: 13 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 widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Victoria Road and 1 internal street are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $19,500.00 for (13 OSSF’S)

b. Santa Cruz Ranches No. 4 Phase A Subdivision- Pct. 4 (KNK Farms, LLC.) (Mile 22 ½ North Road & F.M. 493)
No. of Lots: 140 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:57
Filling Stations:26
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a new 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 22 ½ North Road and 6 internal streets have been paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $210,000.00 for (140 OSSF’S)

3. Final Approval
a. Valverde Battery Storage Facility Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Hunt Energy Network) (Roosevelt Road & Valverde Road)
No. of Lots: 1 Industrial
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 Roosevelt Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Paved: Yes, Roosevelt Road is paved.

b. Replat of Lots 1 & 2 of the Josefina Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Josefina Espericueta) (Valverde Road & Canton Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Commercial
Flood Zone: C
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff onto Canton Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S will be installed at permit stage.
Paved: Yes, Valverde Road and Canton Road are paved.

c. Garza-Lopez Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Christopher Espinoza) (Minnesota Road & Valverde 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 Minnesota Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Donna.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Minnesota Road is paved.

d. Monarca Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (John R. Mays) (Owassa Road & Alamo Road)
No. of Lots: 167 Single Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:23
Filling Stations:9
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 Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Paved: Yes, Owassa Road and 7 internal streets have been paved.
 
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22.   Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A. AI-90324   Requesting approval to accept a counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 16 associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Ridge Road (ROW CSJ:0921-02-412) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form. Click to View
 
23.   Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
 
A. AI-90283   Discussion, consideration and action to approve right of way donation by BCI, LLC of Mile 14 1/2 North Road from Wallace Road to Bryan Road, in accordance with the Survey Plat and Metes and Bound Description submitted by Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, consulting engineer/land surveyor. Click to View
 
B. AI-90223   Appointment of one (1) board member to represent the County of Hidalgo on the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One, The City of Penitas, Texas, Board of Directors Click to View
 
24.   Budget & Management:
 
A. AI-89871   TXDOT - Pct 4 Trenton Road (I-69C - FM907) (1315):
Approval of Advance Funding Agreement between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation for Trenton Road from I-69C to FM907 (Alamo Road) (CSJ #0921-02-442 / ROW CSJ #0921-02-516) and approval of Order authorizing the County Judge to sign agreement for said project.
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B.   American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1. AI-90219   Discussion, consideration and action to approve the use of ARPA Relief Funds for an ARPA Countywide Consultant (ARPA-23-115-330) to provide guidance and analysis on proposed ARPA projects to ensure responsiveness to the public health emergency. Click to View
 
2. AI-90132   Approval to revise the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement previously approved on 03/07/23, AI-89205, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the agreement subject to legal review. Click to View
 
C.   Budget Appropriations:
 
1. AI-90354   Pct. 2 R&B Accounts (1200):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for Pct.2 R&B Accounts from the Road & Bridge Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $300,000.
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2. AI-90180   DA - Grand Jury (1100):
Appropriation of funds in the amount of $3,700.00 to fund the purchase of law books for the Grand Jury.
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3. AI-90207   Pct.4 (1200):
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $44,826.50 from the Drainage Improvement Project Reimbursement and appropriation of the same.
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4. AI-90310   Pct 3 Rd Maint (1200) / Pct 3 Adm (1200):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for Pct 3 Rd Maint / Pct 3 Adm from the Road & Bridge Unassigned Fund Balance in the amount of $1,064,500.00 to fund daily operation expenditures.
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5. AI-90177   Local Assistance & Tribal Consistency Funds (LATCF) (1287):
A. Approval to accept grant award in relation to the Local Assistance & Tribal Consistency Funds (LATCF) received from the U.S. Department of the Treasury in the amount of $99,794.61.
B. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, in relation to the Local Assistance & Tribal Consistency Funds (LATCF) grant award in the amount of $99,794.61 and appropriation of the same.
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25.  
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-90311   Discussion, consideration and action in connection with 125 {Cafeteria} Voluntary Products awards [CC 09-28-21 - R/AI#82601 14.A.1.A.&B.] of products/companies and pursuant to RFP Packet 21-0621-ABV, Commissioners Court Selection for Commissioner Precinct 1 Agent of Record for awarded. Click to View
 
2. AI-90182   Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 between Hidalgo County and Halff Associates, Inc. (C-22-0212-07-12) for Professional Engineering Services for the El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvements Project & El Paraiso Community Resource Center; to extend the termination date of said agreement. Click to View
 
3. AI-90183   Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 between Hidalgo County and B2Z Engineering, LLC (C-22-0213-09-06) for Professional Geotechnical and Construction Material Testing Services for the El Paraiso Health Clinic Improvements Project & El Paraiso Community Resource Center; to extend the termination date of said agreement. Click to View
 
4. AI-90181   Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No.1 between Hidalgo County and Brownstone Consultants, LLC. (C-22-0214-05-17) for the Construction and Project Management Oversight of the El Paraiso Project; to extend the termination date of said agreement. Click to View
 
5. AI-90339   A. Requesting approval of Agreement with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. [WJE] for Professional Consulting Services in connection with the "New Hidalgo County Courthouse" Project. B. Requesting authority for the County Judge and/or County Executive Officer, to sign all required documents.  Click to View
 
B.   Pct. 1
 
1. AI-90194   Requesting approval of Change Order No.1 for Eco Illumination [C-22-0244-07-12] in the amount of $24,087.00, as recommended by Project Engineer, RO Engineering, PLLC; in connection with the Hargill Solar Lights Project with authority for Chief David Suarez to sign all required documents.  
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2. AI-90299   Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.5 with an estimated cost of $1,286,042.00; as submitted by L&G Engineering (C-18-195-07-31) to provide engineering services required for the ongoing of PS&E Development, right-of-way acquisition services. Click to View
 
3. AI-90342   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of Professional Engineering Services for the "Hidalgo County Weslaco Health Center Improvements Project" in Precinct No. 1;
  Alpha Infrastructure  Supreme Engineering M2Engineering
Evaluator 1 93 98 90
Evaluator 2 92 97 93
Evaluator 3 93 95 90
Total 278 290 273
Ranking      

C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number 1 ranked firm: ______________________ for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for the"Hidalgo County Weslaco Health Center Improvements Project" for Precinct No.1. 
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4. AI-90314   A. Requesting approval of Professional Engineering Services final negotiated agreement (C-23-0109-04-04) with GDJ Engineering, LLC for Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Beacon Lights Project.
 B. Pursuant to CC Approval of Professional Engineering Services Agreement with GDJ Engineering, LLC requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $26,392.00.
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C.   Pct. 2
 
1. AI-90347   Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 1 with an estimated cost of $17,700.84 as submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC. (C-22-0377-07-26) to provide design engineering services for the Pct 2 Overhead Flashing Beacon Project on Cesar Chavez Road (CSJ:0921-02-484).   Click to View
 
D.   Pct. 3
 
1. AI-90270   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Tx Local Gov't Code 262.024(a)(4), a professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of Professional Engineering Services for the "Granjeno Veterans Park Improvements Project" in Precinct 3.;
  Fulcrum Consulting Services Rio Delta Engineering Izaguirre Engineering Group
Evaluator No.1  80 86 87
Total 80 86 87
       
       
C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services agreement commencing with the No.1 ranked firm of ______________________ for Professional Engineering Services for the "Granjeno Veterans Park Improvements Project" in Precinct No.3
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E.   Pct. 4
 
1. AI-90318   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;
B. Presentation of scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by CC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of pre-qualified Professional Services for On-Call Professional Engineering Services for the "Building Renovations/Alterations & Additions and Other Projects in General" for Hidalgo County Precinct 4;     
  RO Engineering, PLLC LEMC,Inc. dba HCE Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc.
Evaluator #1 97 93 90
Evaluator #2 98 92 89
Evaluator #3 100 94 88
Total 295 279 267
Rank      
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number 1 ranked firm: ______________________ for the provision of On-Call Professional Engineering Services for the "Building Renovations/Alterations & Additions and Other Projects in General." for Hidalgo County Precinct No.4.
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2. AI-90328   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4): a professional service;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, of firms graded through the County's Pool of Professional Engineering Services for the "Hidalgo County Edinburg Health Center Improvements Project" in Precinct No. 4; 
  RO Engineering, PLLC Consor Engineering, Inc BTI, Inc
Evaluator 1 98 93 95
Evaluator 2 100 95 92
Evaluator 3 97 96 90
TOTAL 295 284 277
Ranking      

C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement commencing with the number 1 ranked firm: ______________________ for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for the"Hidalgo County Edinburg Health Center Improvements Project" for Precinct No.4. 
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3. AI-90268   Requesting acceptance of solicitation packet RFP No. 23-0085-04-21-JLC "Head Start Parking Lot Improvements" and authority to advertise solicitation packet, including re-advertising if necessary. Click to View
 
4. AI-90258   Requesting approval to execute Amendment No.1 between Hidalgo County and RG Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors, for Precinct No. 4 All-Star Park project, to clarify the retainage fee as detailed in document attached. Click to View
 
F.   Constables
 
1. AI-90242   Requesting approval to purchase one (1) 2023 Ford F-150 Police Responder, for Hidalgo County Constable, Pct. 3., through Hidalgo County's GOODBUY Cooperative membership, utilizing GOODBUY (23-8F000) awarded to Silsbee Ford Inc., in the amount of $47,537.50. Click to View
 
2. AI-90186   Constable Pct. #3:
Requesting approval to purchase Ballistic Shields through HC's membership with BuyBoard Cooperative (#670-22), awarded vendor Galls LLC, in the total amount of $76,441.20.
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G.   HIDTA
 
1. AI-90253   Requesting authority for HC District Attorney HIDTA Task Force to enter into a 24-month subscription agreement for online services with Thomson Reuters-West Publishing Corporation with monthly charges of $400.68 per month and an annual increment of 6%, including authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.  Click to View
 
H.   IT Department
 
1. AI-90355   Requesting authorization for the purchase of an audio system and visual intercom, including installation, programming, testing, and adjusting, from J&J Rodriguez, Inc. dba Telepro Communications, through the County's TIPS membership utilizing TIPS contract 200105, in the amount of $55,010.32.  Click to View
 
2. AI-90291   Requesting authority to renew Deep Discovery Software for the IT Department through DIR Cooperative (DIR-CPO-4866), awarded vendor Netsync Network Solutions, in the total amount of $77,780.00. Click to View
 
3. AI-90262   A. Requesting authority to exercise the first, one (1) year renewal with Rapid7, (C-22-0064-03-08) under the same terms and conditions, for managed detection and response services.
B. Requesting authority to automatically exercise the second and final, one (1) year renewal with Rapid7 (C-22-0064-03-08) at the end of the first renewal term, under the same terms and conditions, for managed detection and response services subject to price verification (effective March 30, 2024 – March 29, 2025).  
C. Requesting ratification of Purchase Order No. 862003 dated 03/29/2023 for the annual renewal with Rapid7 (C-22-0064-03-08), for managed detection and response services, in the amount of $271.008.00, effective 03/31/2023.
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4. AI-90174   Requesting authority to amend original agreement with Tyler Technologies Inc. to host and provide eNotices software through Amazon Web Services and with authority for Hidalgo County Judge to sign all pertinent documents.  Click to View
 
5. AI-90199   Requesting authority to renew yearly Smartnet Cisco Support System through HC's membership with DIR Cooperative (DIR-TSO-4167) awarded vendor Insight Public Sector, Inc., a reseller of Cisco Systems, Inc. in the total amount of $95,851.86. Click to View
 
6. AI-90234   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(7)(A) for an item that can be obtained from only one source because of the existence of a patent;

B. Acceptance and approval of the Sole Source Declaration for Police & Sheriffs Press, Inc., for the purchase of (2) HDP6600 dual sided printer, exchange software and ID's to be used by the IT department and HCSO in the total amount of $51,958.00.
 
Requisition Department Amount
470127 IT Department  $30,369.00
470129 HCSO $21,589.00
  Total: $51,958.00
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I.   Sheriff's Office
 
1. AI-90272   Requesting approval to award La Salle for Third Party Administrator for Willacy County Regional Detention Facility which includes final deviations from La Salle and Supersedes contract submitted on February 17, 2023, with AI-89507 with authority for the County Judge to sign any required documentation. Click to View
 
J.   Co. Wide
 
1. AI-90189   Requesting authority to award to CSRS, LLC, for "Professional Consulting Services & Project Management Support for Compliance and Reporting of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) and Other Federal Grants" based on solicitation, evaluation, and best and final offer (RFP # 22-0712-01-06-MEG). Click to View
 
26.   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-90344   Discussion, consideration and action on Amendment to Contract C-21-160-12-28 with Palm Valley Animal Center for "Hidalgo County - Impound and Quarantine of Small Animals" subject to DA-Civil Section final review and approval as to legal form. Click to View
 
C. AI-90228   Requesting approval of Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council Acknowledgment Form regarding "Road to Recycling" Regional Tire Collection Project for reimbursement of disposal fees for tires collected on April 22, 2023 with authority for Valde Guerra, Executive Officer to sign Click to View
 
D. AI-90300   Approval to accept settlement check from Allstate Insurance Company in the amount of $1,672.33 on behalf of HIDTA to settle auto accident claim. (HIDTA) Click to View
 
27.   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
 
28.   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 privilege 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-90316   Deliberation regarding appointment, employment and duties of Urban County Program Director Click to View
 
E. AI-90273   TWCCRD: 1A23937; EEOC:31C-2023-00699; H. Rodriguez v Hidalgo County Pct. 4, Pl. 2 Click to View
 
F. AI-90256   Claim of Veronica B. Sanchez a/n/f of David Fuentes Click to View
 
G. AI-90349   Cause #CL-22-4523-E; Juan A. Delgado v. LabServices, Inc. Click to View
 
H. AI-90244   Claim of Eulalia Cantu Click to View
 
I. AI-90246   Claim of Sylvia O. Cantu Click to View
 
29.  
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)
 
30.   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-90317   Discussion, consideration and action on appointment/employment of Urban County Program Director  Click to View
 
E. AI-90274   TWCCRD: 1A23937; EEOC:31C-2023-00699; H. Rodriguez v Hidalgo County Pct. 4, Pl. 2 Click to View
 
F. AI-90257   Claim of Veronica B. Sanchez a/n/f of David Fuentes Click to View
 
G. AI-90350   Cause #CL-22-4523-E; Juan A. Delgado v. LabServices, Inc. Click to View
 
H. AI-90245   Claim of Eulalia Cantu Click to View
 
I. AI-90247   Claim of Sylvia O. Cantu Click to View
 
31.   Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
32.   Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
33.   Adjourn
 

    

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