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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JUNE 23, 2023
2:30 P.M. |
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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
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Roll Call |
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Pledge of Allegiance |
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Prayer |
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Approval of Consent Agenda |
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Open Forum |
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Sheriff's Office: |
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AI-91290
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Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Macy Friedlein, student at the University of Texas at San Antonio, as an Intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of June 2023 to August 2023. Click to View |
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AI-91190
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Jail Commissary (2102):
Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor and appropriation of funds in the amount of $58,839.95. Click to View |
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AI-91262
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1. Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code, Subchapter D-263.151(2)(A) &/or (B), declaration of Asset No. 73200 issued firearm [as further detailed in supporting documentation contained herein] as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition [as permitted by Gov't Code 614];
2. Pursuant to Gov't Code, Section 614, [permitting a peace officer retiring from a government entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court approve the value of Deputy Hector Garcia's issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] total of $105.64. Click to View |
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AI-91263
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Approval to declare as "surplus" (for the purpose of destruction) and remove from Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office inventory 251 Bullet-Proof Vests as they cannot be recycled (with approval for said disposition through the HCSO). Click to View |
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Constable Pct. #3: |
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AI-91294
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Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Noe Garza as Deputy Constable by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr. Constable Precinct 3 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. Click to View |
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Constable Pct. #4: |
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AI-91258
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Constable Precinct 4 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to accept grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $150,000.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
3. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $150,000.00 and appropriation of same. Click to View |
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Urban County: |
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AI-91138
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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, Sullivan City and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2022 City of Sullivan Street Improvement Funds.
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Ranked |
| SAMES, INC. |
94.67% |
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| S & B INFRASTRUCTURE |
92.00% |
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| IZAGUIRRE ENGINEERING GROUP |
92.00% |
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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 Sullivan Street Improvement Project. Click to View |
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AI-91254
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“Subject to compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Casslee Investments, LLC. in the amount of $48,440.00 utilizing CDBG FY 35 (2022) City of Edcouch Parks, Recreational Facilities Improvements Funding and approval of Work Authorization No. 1.
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AI-91257
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“Subject to Compliance with HB 1295”, the Urban County Program is requesting approval to purchase equipment from My Office Pod, Inc. for the City of Mercedes public library in the amount of $25,855.00 UCP Fiscal Year 35 (2022) and City of Mercedes Public Services funds will be utilized.
Click to View |
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AI-91252
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Resolution authorizing renewal of a Revolving Line of Credit with Lone Star National Bank of McAllen for the Urban County Program (UCP) with authority for the UCP Director to draw from such line of credit not to exceed $500,000.00
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AI-91268
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Requesting approval of Resolution to designate Urban County Program Director as Certifying Officer Designee for Environmental Review procedures for entities assuming HUD Environmental responsibilities (Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME), Emergency Solution Program (ESG), Self-Help Colonia Program (SHC), Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA), Texas Community Development Block Grant Program, Texas General Land Office (GLO), and Texas Department of Agriculture(TDA). Click to View |
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AI-91269
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Requesting approval of Resolution to authorize Urban County Program Director to approve certain Urban County Project Change Orders. Click to View |
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AI-91270
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Requesting approval of Resolution authorizing to advertise for construction and related activities for all projects identified in all the Urban County Program One year Action Plan, Amendments and State funded projects (Texas General Land Office (GLO), Texas Department Agriculture (TDA), and the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). Click to View |
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AI-91267
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Requesting approval of Resolution to authorize Urban County Program Director to sign and execute contracts and agreements after Hidalgo County Commissioner’s Court approval as they relate to all Hidalgo County Urban County Program projects and those included in the Annual Action Plan. Click to View |
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Emergency Management: |
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AI-91259
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1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate the Proclamation Declaration declaring local state of disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of May 1, 2023 which caused widespread and severe damage.
2. Presentation, discussion and authorization for the County Judge to sign the required documentation.
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Community Service Agency: |
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AI-91286
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Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the corrections to the Hidalgo County Community Service Agency (HCCSA) Salary Schedule under the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) and Americorp program.
Click to View |
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AI-91221
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Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve the Community Service Block Grant Program Amendment No. 2 for PY2023 Contract #61230003801 in the amount of $1,818,837.00 with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents.
Click to View |
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Veterans Services: |
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AI-91261
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FY 2024 Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) "Broken Arrow" Grant (1283):
1. Approval to accept the FY 2024 "Broken Arrow" grant award, from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) for the period 07/01/2023 to 06/30/2024 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official to sign required documents.
2. Approval of certification of revenues by County Auditor in the amount of $300,000 and appropriation of same. Click to View |
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Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: |
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AI-91225
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1. Acceptance and approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the City of Edinburg and the County of Hidalgo for road overlay improvements to a portion of Seminary Road
2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a road overlay improvement project to a portion of Seminary Road Click to View |
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Budget & Management: |
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AI-91324
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Requesting approval for a budget amendment for Hoehn Stormwater Project (ARPA-22-124-097) to $713,690.21. Click to View |
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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).
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AI-91265
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Sheriff's Office:
a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (a)(7)(A), an item that con only be obtained from one source because of the existence of patent, copyrights, ...,
b. Acceptance and approval of the estimate(s) from Service Wing Organic Solutions, LLC for the purchase of an all purpose disinfect (SWA-600 Anolyte Generator) to include but not limited to all components i.e. Installation, Maintenance, Training, Delivery and an annual maintenance agreement {for the purpose of disinfection the Detention Center} with County Judge and/or Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra to sign all documents.
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Hidalgo County |
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AI-91276
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Pursuant to Chapter 791 of Texas Government Code requesting approval of an Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and Tarrant County for the purchase of various commodities using annual contracts in accordance with applicable State statutes and to join the Tarrant County's Cooperative Purchasing Program. Click to View |
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Executive Office: |
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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 |
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AI-91282
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Appointment of Civil Service Commission member Click to View |
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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 |
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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: |
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Real Estate Acquisition |
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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. |
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Consultation with Legal Counsel regarding Legal Action due to emergency situation |
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AI-91287
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Claim of Claudia Judith Ovalle, Administratrix of the Estate of Rigo Mendez Click to View |
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AI-91296
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Claim of Luis Sosa Click to View |
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AI-91298
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Claim of Dellanira Dominguez Click to View |
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AI-91300
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Claim of Noe Flores Click to View |
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AI-91302
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Claim of Rene Guerra & Son Hauling LLC Click to View |
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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)
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Open Session: |
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Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same |
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Pending and/or potential litigation |
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Discussion, consideration and possible action regarding response to public health emergency |
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AI-91288
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Claim of Claudia Judith Ovalle, Administratrix of the Estate of Rigo Mendez Click to View |
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AI-91297
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Claim of Luis Sosa Click to View |
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AI-91304
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Claim of Dellanira Dominguez Click to View |
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AI-91301
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Claim of Noe Flores Click to View |
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AI-91303
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Claim of Rene Guerra & Son Hauling LLC Click to View |
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Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed |
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Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed |
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Adjourn |
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