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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
APRIL 18, 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-90441   Proclamation in honor of Rosalva "Rosie" Rivera and her service to the Hidalgo County Clerk's office. Click to View
 
B. AI-90427   Requesting approval of proclamation in honor of George Guerra for 21 years of dedicated service. Click to View
 
C. AI-90546   Resolution honoring the PSJA FFA 2022 State Champions for Leadership Development in Public Relations Click to View
 
D. AI-90440   Proclamation declaring April 22 as National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Click to View
 
E. AI-90269   Proclamation declaring April 23-29, 2023 as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. Click to View
 
F. AI-90511   Approval of Proclamation recognizing April as National Stress Awareness Month. Click to View
 
G. AI-90512   Approval of Proclamation declaring April 21 as Power Talk 21 Day. Click to View
 
6.   Open Forum
 
7.   County Judge's Office:
 
A. AI-90543   Approval of appointment of member to the Hidalgo County Housing Authority Board. Click to View
 
8.   HIDTA - Task Force:
 
A. AI-90429   2023 - HIDTA DA CCP59 (Fund 1251):
Requesting approval of Certification of Revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $1,672.33 from miscellaneous revenue and appropriation of the same. Click to View
 
9.   Sheriff's Office:
 
A. AI-90426   Sheriff's Office TTIC Interlocal
1. Authorization and Approval of Interlocal Coopration Agreement between City of McAllen Police Department, the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office.
2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff Eddie Guerra, as authorized official, to sign the agreement. Click to View
 
B. AI-90508   NARCAN
Requesting approval to accept the 862 Units of Naloxone Nasal Medication (Opioid Overdose Medication) from Texas Division of Emergency Management.  Click to View
 
C. AI-90435   Sheriff Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to work overtime for the FY 2022 OPSG under conditional approval from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2022 (03/01/2023 - 02/29/2024) Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG)
2. Authorization to pay overtime from General Fund until such time the grant award is received and accepted Click to View
 
D. AI-90367   Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office D.O.J. (1229):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds from the D.O.J. Unassigned Fund Balance for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office D.O.J. in the amount of $13,562.80 for the purchase of additional patrol rifles and purchase of lights and optics for law enforcement officers.   Click to View
 
E. AI-90365   Sheriff's Office - JCDTF 
1. Authorization and approval to accept Memorandum of Understanding between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the National Guard - Joint Counter Drug Task Force. 
2. Authorization and approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff to Sign necessary documents. 
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10.   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-90457   Health - CSLFRF/ARPA Elec Med Rec Trn (1290):
Approval to extend the following time limited positions, effective 04/29/2023 through 12/31/2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Extend 115-268 0002, 0003, 0006, 0007, 0012, 0014, 0015 Clerk I 01
Extend 115-268 0016 Supervisor I 09
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C. AI-90455   Pct. 3 Road Maintenance (1200) / Parks Pct. 3 (1100):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 123-005 0118 Executive Assistant I 11
Create 123-005 0132 Executive Assistant II 13

2. Approval of the following action, effective 05/02/2023 through 11/02/2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Allowance Amount
Extend Supplemental Allowance 123-005 0107 Mechanic III 10 $5,000.00

3. Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval through 12/31/2023:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Current
Amount		 Proposed Amount
Delete Supplemental Allowance 123-005 0109 Tire Repair Specialist II 07 $3,600.00 $0.00
Add Supplemental Allowance 123-008 0025 Maintenance IV 09 $0.00 $3,600.00

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D. AI-90519   Crim DA (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade Current Allowance Proposed Allowance
Decrease Auto Allowance 080-002 0144 Criminal Investigator II 14 $3,600.00 $1,100.00
Decrease Auto Allowance 080-002 0201 Criminal Investigator II 14 $3,600.00 $1,100.00
Add Auto Allowance 080-002 0125 Assistant Chief Criminal Investigator  18 $0.00 $5,000.00
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E. AI-90520   Purchasing Department:
1. Discussion, consideration, and action to appoint and/or employ the Hidalgo County Purchasing Director effective May 1, 2023.
2. Approval and all appropriate actions to set the compensation for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Director.
3. Approval to designate the Hidalgo County Purchasing Director to act as the Hidalgo County Purchasing Agent in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 262.0115. Click to View
 
11.   Urban County:
 
A. AI-90452   1.  Consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Director as the Civil Rights Officer and Division Manager II, CDBG as an alternate to ensure compliance for the TxCDBG/GLO 2016 MIT Contract No. 22-082-005-D200.
2.  Consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Director as the Labor Standards Officer and Division Manager II, CDBG as an alternate to ensure compliance for the TxCDBG/GLO 2016 MIT Contract No. 22-082-005-D200.
3.  Consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Director as the Section 3 Coordinator for the TxCDBG/GLO 2016 MIT Contract No. 22-082-005-D200.
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B. AI-90450   1.  Consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Director as the Civil Rights Officer and Division Manager II, CDBG as an alternate to ensure compliance for the TxCDBG/GLO 2015 MIT Contract No. 22-083-004-D209.
2.  Consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Director as the Labor Standards Officer and Division Manager II, CDBG as an alternate to ensure compliance for the TxCDBG/GLO 2015 MIT Contract No. 22-083-004-D209.
3.  Consideration and approval to appoint the UCP Director as the Section 3 Coordinator for the TxCDBG/GLO 2015 MIT Contract No. 22-083-004-D209 Click to View
 
C. AI-90449   1.  Approval of amended resolution authorizing signatories for the Texas General Land Office (GLO) 2015 Floods State Mitigation Competition grant under contract number 22-083-004-D209. 
2.  Authorize the Hidalgo County Judge and others to sign documents as indicated on GLO Depository/Authorized Signatories Designation form for the 2015 Floods State Mitigation Competition grant under contract number 22-083-004-D209. Click to View
 
D. AI-90451   1.  Approval of amended resolution authorizing signatories for the Texas General Land Office 2016 Floods State Mitigation Competition grant under contract number 22-082-005-D200. 
2.  Authorize the Hidalgo County Judge and others to sign documents as indicated on GLO Depository/Authorized Signatories Designation form for the 2016 Floods State Mitigation Competition grant under contract number 22-082-005-D200. Click to View
 
E. AI-90454   Approval of amended resolution (TDA Form A100) to designate the Hidalgo County Judge and other authorized signatories for the application, subsequent contractual documents, environmental reviews, request for payments and other required forms related to the reimbursement of projects costs - Texas Department of Agriculture Colonia Funds: Planning 2022 contract # CFP21-0166.
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F. AI-90453   Approval of amended resolution (TDA Form A100) to designate the Hidalgo County Judge and other authorized signatories for the application, subsequent contractual documents, environmental reviews, request for payments and other required forms related to the reimbursement of projects costs - Texas Department of Agriculture Colonia Funds: Construction - 2021 contract # CFC21-0418. Click to View
 
G. AI-90474   Approval of Amendment of the Resolution for designation and authorizing bonded signatories for the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) Office of Colonia Initiative (OCI) Self-Help Center (SHC) Program # 7220003.
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12.   Health & Human Services Department:
 
A. AI-90504   1.  Requesting approval to accept the Health Disparities Fellowship FY 24 grant contract HHS001057600025, Amendment No. 2 and for County Judge to e-sign the agreement and related documents. 
2.  Requesting approval of the certification of revenue as approved by the County Auditor in the amount of $75,000.00 and appropriation of the same.    Click to View
 
B. AI-90433   1.  Requesting approval to accept the Center for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response grant contract No. HHS001311200038 with a contract term of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 and for County Judge to e-sign the grant agreement and related documents.   
2.  Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue as certified by County Auditor in the amount of $592,548.00 and to appropriate the same and the appropriation of the local match in the amount of $59,255.00. Click to View
 
C. AI-90420   TB Control Grant (1293):
1.  Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to e-sign the FY 2024 Tuberculosis Prevention and Control grant no. HHS001182200020, Amendment No. 1 and related documents.
2.  Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $916,443.00 and to appropriate the same and the appropriation of $183,289.00 in local match funds.
3.  Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $10,500.00 for the TB Control program income and appropriation of the same.   Click to View
 
D. AI-90515   Requesting approval of the certification of revenue as certified by the County Auditor in the amount of $120,895.81 from the Medicaid Administrative Claiming program income generated during 2022 and appropriation of the same.   Click to View
 
13.   Head Start Program:
 
A. AI-90506   Requesting Approval and Authority to Advertise the Procurement Package as Attached Hereto for RFP 23-003-05-05-AS "Educator Preparation Program" Click to View
 
14.   Community Service Agency:
 
A. AI-90505   Discussion, consideration, and possible action accept the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract 58220003581 amendment No. 2 for FY 2022 in the amount of $6,096,770.77, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affair, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.  Click to View
 
15.   Elections Department:
 
A. AI-90443   Discussion on Elections Updates. Click to View
 
16.   Planning Department:
 
A. AI-90488   1. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee 
a. Ricdez Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Ricardo Resendez) (Alamo Road & Mile 17 North Road)
No. of Lots: 5 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 17 North Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Alamo Road and Mile 17 North Road are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $6,000.00 for (4 OSSF’S)

b. T & O Ranch No. 5 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (T & O Ranch Investments, LLC) (Mile 4 West Road & Mile 11 North Road )
No. of Lots: 7 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 West Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $10,500.00 for (7 OSSF’S)

c. Punta Del Cielo Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Cayetano Development, LLC.) (Mile 4 ½ West Road & Mile 10 North Road)
No. of Lots: 123 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:14
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 ½ West Road and 5 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $5,460.00 for (Fence)

2. Final Approval
a. Monte Sinai Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Yazmin V. Limon De Hoyos) (Bar Mar Lane & Ingle Road)
No. of Lots: 2 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Bar Mar Lane Road side ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Bar Mar Lane is paved. Click to View
 
17.   Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A. AI-90544   Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of Hidalgo approved by CC 11/26/19 (AI#73333) to amend the terms of the agreement. Click to View
 
B. AI-90540   Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of San Juan, approved by CC 09/26/2017 (AI#61787), to extend the length of the improvements to Minnesota Road. Click to View
 
18.   Precinct #3 - Comm. Villarreal:
 
A. AI-90527   Requesting approval of access to Anemoi Energy Storage, LLC to utilize and improve certain roads within the County right of way and/ or maintained by and/ or dedicated to the County in connection with a battery energy storage facility project by Plus Power, LLC  Click to View
 
B. AI-90514   Requesting authorization and approval to name a private road off of La Homa Road, as "Montalban" SR (service road) for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC - 911 department. Click to View
 
19.   Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A. AI-90497   Requesting approval of resolution in support of reappropriating CDBG-DR 2018 and 2019 funds for regional drainage in South Texas Click to View
 
B. AI-90509   Discussion, consideration, and possible action authorizing Hidalgo County to submit Step 2 application (by invitation) for the TxDOT Transportation Alternatives FY 2023-Call for Projects with authorization for Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres to sign any documentation associated with this submittal. Click to View
 
C. AI-90410   Requesting approval to name a 30' private road easement that runs along and between the Westside road easement of an unrecorded subdivision know as Lantana Meadows as Ranchito Service Road for 911 purposes as recommended by the LRGVDC 911 Service Department. Click to View
 
20.   Budget & Management:
 
A.   American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1. AI-90547   Discussion, consideration and action to approve the amendment to the agreement between the County of Hidalgo, Texas, and City of Hidalgo, Texas, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the agreement subject to legal review (ARPA-22-340-088).
A. After completion of initial term of lease agreement, parties agree to automatic annual renewals under the same terms and conditions.
B. One time repairs/improvements to the city owned Health and Human Services Department and the Women, Infants, and Children Food and Nutrition building located at 702 E Ramon Ayala Dr. Hidalgo, TX, 78557, as part of a pandemc-related package. Click to View
 
2. AI-90437   Discussion, consideration, and action to approve the use of ARPA funds for the La Mansion Health Clinic Improvement Project (ARPA-23-340-330) under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Expanding Access to Healthcare Program. Click to View
 
3. AI-90444   Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and Boys and Girls Club, with the authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Memorandum of Understanding subject to legal review. Click to View
 
4. AI-90447   Approval of revisions to ARPA Projects as follows:
A. Update project descriptions and expenditure categories as per Exhibit A.
B. Budget amendment as per Exhibit B. Click to View
 
B.   Budget Appropriations:
 
1. AI-90518   Transfers Out-Debt Service CO2018A (1100):
Approval of 2023 appropriation in the amount of $1,557,704.49 from General Fund Restricted Fund balance relating to revenues from the court facilities fee. Click to View
 
2. AI-90458   Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds for TAC Special Vehicle Inventory (1246) in the amount $42,361.54 to establish a budget.
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3. AI-90374   Elections Chapter 19 (1283):
Approval of the certification of revenues by the County Auditor, for the FY 2023 Chapter 19 funds in the amount of $17,386.85 and appropriation of same. Click to View
 
21.  
Purchasing Department - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
 
A.   Hidalgo County
 
1. AI-90501   A.  Requesting authority to advertise for the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan including the re-advertising if necessary, subject to final legal review.
B.  Requesting action to appoint an Evaluation Committee to grade the proposals received for the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.  
  1. ________________________________________________
  2. ________________________________________________
  3. ________________________________________________
  4. ________________________________________________
  5. ________________________________________________
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2. AI-90387   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the TX Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (a)(7)(a) proprietary software; 
B. Requesting approval of agreement "On-Line Research Services" with Lexis Nexis for Hidalgo County Law Library effective May 01, 2023, through April 30, 2026, with authority for County Judge to sign required document(s). Click to View
 
B.   Pct. 1
 
1. AI-90415   Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Precinct 1 and the City of Mercedes to extend the limits to an additional 500 linear feet and updated estimate cost to the Dawson Rd. Project. Click to View
 
C.   Pct. 2
 
1. AI-90539   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Tx Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) professional services;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purpose of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional engineering service providers for the "Pct. 2 Parking Lot and Amenities Project" at the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park;
  Cruz Hogan Consultants, Inc.  South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC.  Guzman & Munoz Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
Evaluator
No. 1		 96 93 90
Rank      
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________ for the "Pct. 2 Parking Lot and Amenities Project" at the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park. Click to View
 
2. AI-90538   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Tx Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for professional services;
B. Presentation of the scoring grid, for the purposes of ranking by HCCC, the firms graded and evaluated through the County approved "pool" of professional services for On-Call Professional Engineering Services for projects located within Precinct No.2;
  Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc.  South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC.  Guzman & Muñoz Engineering & Surveying, Inc.
Evaluator
No. 1		 96 93 90
Rank      
C. Requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement commencing with the number one ranked firm of _____________________________ for the provision of On-Call Engineering Services for Projects within Precinct No.2. Click to View
 
D.   Pct. 4
 
1. AI-90445   Requesting approval to purchase Model 120 LVR Motor Grader in the amount of $317,450.00 from Holt Cat through the County's membership with TASB - Buyboard Cooperative (Contract 685-22, expires1/30/2025).  Click to View
 
E.   Constables
 
1. AI-90500   A. Pursuant to Tx Local Government Code 263.152 discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Vehicles as listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein including authority to remove said property from the Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 inventory list;
B. In accordance with Texas Government Code 791.001-791.003 (2)(3) requesting approval of an interlocal cooperation agreement (ILA) for the mutual benefit and assistance in connection with surplus law enforcement vehicles between HC Constable Precinct 4 and Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council-Regional Police Academy. 
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F.   IT Department
 
1. AI-90431   Requesting approval to purchase Microsoft Office License Software through Hidalgo County's membership with Texas Department of Information Resources Cooperative (DIR-TSO-4092), awarded vendor SHI International Corp., in the amount of $407,636.78. Click to View
 
G.   Health & Human Services Dept.
 
1. AI-90341   Approval to exercise the sixty (60) day grace period extension (C-19-033-04-23) with Legacy Chapels, LLC, under the same rates, terms, and conditions. Click to View
 
2. AI-90377   A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(A)(2) "An item necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the residents of the County."
B. Requesting authority to enter into a Regional Insertion Order Agreement with National Cine Media, LLC and the HC Health & Human Services Department for an on-Screen Regional segment and in theater advertisement with Requisition #468935 in the total amount of $32,525.94 for the purpose of providing Public Health Awareness Outreach Services as necessary to protect the health and safety of the residents of Hidalgo County. Click to View
 
3. AI-90364   A. Requesting approval of the first amendment to the County’s lease agreement (C-21-048-06-15) with CHCT Texas, LLC for Office Space for the Hidalgo County Health and Human Services.
B. Requesting authority to exercise the County’s option to renew and extend the term, pursuant to the first amendment approved in item A, for a term of twelve (12) months, as to 427 E. Duranta Ave., Alamo, Texas, Ste. 107 only, thereby terminating the County’s tenancy of 427 E. Duranta Ave., Alamo, Texas, Ste. 105 through exclusion, effective 07/01/2023 resulting in a reduction in monthly rent from $12,931.88 to $7,795.84. Click to View
 
4. AI-90401   Requesting approval to purchase office cubicles for Health and Human Services through HC's membership with OMNIA Cooperative (R191804), in the total amount of $61,714.88.
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H.   WIC
 
1. AI-90424   Requesting approval to enter into an Organization Affiliations Agreement with Driscoll Health System to provide a clinical learning experience for Hidalgo County WIC program participants at no cost to the County, with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents.   Click to View
 
I.   Facilities Management
 
1. AI-90412   Ratification of the issuance of PO #862315 dated 04/04/2023 for the purchase of one (1) Utility Rops Tractor for Facilities Management through HC membership with BuyBoard Cooperative (611-20), awarded vendor Kubota Tractor Corporation, in the amount of $52,905.63. Click to View
 
J.   Forensic Center:
 
1. AI-90404   Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) and the County of Hidalgo for Consulting Services in skeletal biology and forensic anthropology with authority for the County Judge to sign the required documents.     Click to View
 
K.   Community Service Agency
 
1. AI-90434   A. Presentation scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC responses received in connection with the "Emergency Rental Relief Assistance Portal"(RFP 23-007-02-08):
  Forward IAF Consulting LLc Reframe Yardi Systems Inc.
Evaluator 1 18 18 18 30
Evaluator 2 18 18 18 30
Evaluator 3 18 18 18 30
Total 54 54 54 90
Average 18 18 18 30
Ranking        

B. Requesting authority for HC Purchasing Department to proceed negotiations with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________ for the "Emergency Rental Relief Assistance Portal" Click to View
 
L.   Sheriff's Office
 
1. AI-90496   Acceptance and approval of the lowest and best proposal received through sealed quotes for the purchase of supplies for the Jail Commissary vendors meeting all specifications and requirements:
  1. Keefe Group, LLC-C-23-0147-04-18
  2. Rene Lucio dba/ R & R Distributing-C-23-0147A-04-18
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2. AI-90471   A. Requesting exemption under Tx Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) a personal service; 
B. Acceptance and approval of a personal service agreement with Luis Tijerina for Consulting Services consisting of GIS project support for an initial term of one year with the option to extend for an additional one-year term under the same rates, terms, and conditions with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documents, subject to legal review.    Click to View
 
M.   District Attorney
 
1. AI-90067   A.  Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Tx Local Gov't. Code 262.024 (a) (7)(A)(D) an item that can only be obtained from one source because of the existence of patents copyrights; captive replacement parts or components for equipment;
B.  Acceptance and approval of Sole Source Declaration for RSP Business Solutions for the website hosting and maintenance of the District Attorneys webpage with said declaration to remain in effect while in place or until revoked by HCCC, effective March 25, 2023.  Click to View
 
N.   Co. Wide
 
1. AI-90459   Requesting authority to advertise and approval of the procurement packet for "Tire Disposal Services" with authority to re-advertise if necessary, pending legal review.   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-90392   Approval to accept settlement check from Texas Municipal League Risk Pool in the amount of $2,493.50 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office) Click to View
 
C. AI-90393   Approval to accept settlement check from State Farm Insurance Company in the amount of $1,623.37 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Head Start) Click to View
 
D. AI-90465   Approval to accept check from Princeton Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance Company in the amount of $332,531.38 for reimbursement of amount exceeding SIR in connection with Case #7:15-cv-435, Georgio Trevino et al v. Hidalgo County. 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 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-90549   Internal Revenue Service Tracking #104123474473 - CSA Click to View
 
E. AI-90463   Deliberation regarding appointment, employment and duties of Purchasing Director Click to View
 
F. AI-90472   CL-21-2055-G; Fabiana Carlos v. Hidalgo County, Texas 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-90550   Internal Revenue Service Tracking #104123474473 - CSA Click to View
 
E. AI-90464   Discussion, consideration and action on appointment/employment of Purchasing Director  Click to View
 
F. AI-90473   CL-21-2055-G; Fabiana Carlos v. Hidalgo County, Texas 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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