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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
JANUARY 23, 2024
2:00 P.M.
                                          

NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a REGULAR 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.   County Judge's Office:
 
A. AI-93906   Discussion, consideration and approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County and COSTEP to provide COSTEP with economic leads received from the State of Texas involving companies that are considering locating all or a portion of their operations in the South Texas Region. Click to View
 
7.   District Courts:
 
A. AI-93884   449th District Court - FY2024 LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program (1286):
Approval to submit a budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the FY 2024 Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program Grant #4426102. Click to View
 
B. AI-93882   449th District Court - FY2024 Juvenile Drug Court Program (1286):
Approval to submit a budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the FY 2024 Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program Grant #4426002. Click to View
 
C. AI-93892   449th District Court - FY2025 Juvenile Drug Court Program (1286):
1. Authorization and approval to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor - Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Grant Program for FY2025 in relation to the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program for the period of September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.
2. Approval of resolution in support of the Hidalgo County Juvenile Drug Court Program and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official with authority for Commissioners Court, Governing Body, to execute resolution.
3. Approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application and all related documents under E-grants. Click to View
 
D. AI-93899   449th District Court - FY 2025 Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program (1286):
1. Authorization and approval to submit grant application to the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division Specialty Courts Grants Program for FY2025 in relation to the Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Juvenile Mental Health Court Program for the period of September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.
2. Approval of resolution in support of the Hidalgo County LIFELINES Girls Mental Health Court Program and to designate the County Judge as the grantee's authorized official with authority for Commissioners Court, Governing Body, to execute resolution.
3. Approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to e-sign application and all related documents under E-grants. Click to View
 
8.   District Attorney's Office:
 
A. AI-93896   Requesting approval for the County Judge as the Chief Executive Officer and the County Sheriff as Head of Department to sign the CEO/Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form, required by the Office of the Governor (OOG), for participation in all aspects of the programs and procedures utilized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Click to View
 
B. AI-93867   Forensic Evidence Testing Grant (FET) (1281):
Approval to submit a FET Grant #4430802 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). Click to View
 
C. AI-93822   DA - Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP)(1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924306 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). Click to View
 
9.   HIDTA - Task Force:
 
A. AI-93933   2023 - HIDTA DA CCP59 (Fund 1251):
Approval of 2023 appropriation of funds from the Chapter 59 unassigned fund balance in the amount of $14,604.73 to clear 2023 fringe deficits.  Click to View
 
10.   Sheriff's Office:
 
A. AI-93995   Sheriff - FY 2022 OPSG (1284):
1. Authorization to approve grant adjustment for a 3 month extension for FY 2022 Operation Stonegarden.
2. Authorization for Judge Cortez to certify adjustment on e-Grants. Click to View
 
B. AI-93807   Discussion, consideration and approval of Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Incentive Policy and Receipt Form for the "Headset Heroes Recognition Program".  Click to View
 
C. AI-93910   Sheriff's Office - VOCA Grant (1284):
1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY 2025 General Victim Assistance Grant Program (VOCA) with the Office of the Governor-Criminal Justice Division (OOG-CJD) for the period of October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
2. Authorization for the County Judge to e-sign the required documentation under e-Grants as authorized official.
3. Authorization for the County Judge to certify grant application under e-Grants as authorized official Click to View
 
D. AI-93863   1. Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code, Subchapter D-263.151(2)(A) &/or (B), declaration of Asset No: 73175 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 governmental entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court approve the value of Sr. Deputy Joxeth Angel's issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] at $194.38. Click to View
 
E. AI-93733   1. Pursuant to Tx. Local Gov't Code, Subchapter D-263.151(2)(A) &/or (B), declaration of Asset No: 76578 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 governmental entity to purchase their assigned firearm] requesting that Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court approve the value of Sr. Deputy Rene Tijerina's issued firearm at the Fixed Asset Value [supporting documentation attached] at $107.25. Click to View
 
11.   Constable Pct. #1:
 
A. AI-93949   Presentation and discussion of the 2023 Racial Profiling Report, as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Pct.1 Department, in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.  Click to View
 
12.   Constable Pct. #3:
 
A. AI-93877   Constable Pct. 3 (1230):
Approval of the 2024 appropriation of Hidalgo County Constable Pct.3 Chapter 59 Fund in the amount of $45,434.90. Click to View
 
13.   Constable Pct. #4:
 
A. AI-93876   Presentation and discussion of the 2023 Racial Profiling Report as presented by Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 Department in accordance with Article 2.133 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedures.  Click to View
 
14.   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-93943   Information Technology (1100):
1. Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 01/29/2024:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Create 200-001 0063 Cybersecurity Analyst IV 15
Create 200-001 0064 System Support Specialist III 13
Create 200-001 0065 Cybersecurity Analyst II 12

2. Approval to revise the Classified Positions List in accordance with the action above. Click to View
 
C. AI-93932   Health Admin./Environmental Health (1100):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 01/29/2024:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 340-001 0073 Public Health Education Coordinator 14
Delete 340-001 0057 Maintenance I 03
Delete 340-002 0019 Animal Control Specialist I 04
Create 340-001 0089 Public Health Liaison 16
Create 340-002 0021 Supervisor II 11
Create 340-002 0022 Administrative Assistant III 08
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D. AI-93887   Pct 2 Administration /Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Grade
Delete 122-005 0008 Administrative Assistant II 06
Delete 122-005 0014 Planning Analyst I 10
Delete 122-005 0019 System Support Specialist II 11
Delete 122-005 0020 Executive Assistant III 15
Delete 122-005 0023 Custodian II 03
Delete 122-005 0025 Assistant Chief Administrator II 19
Delete 122-006 0105 Assistant Director, Field Operations II 16
Create 122-006 0126 Equipment Operator II 08
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E. AI-93928   CCL#4 (1100):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot # Position Title Current  Amount Proposed Amount
Increase Interpreter Allowance 024-001 0002 Court Coordinator (CC) $3,300.00 $6,000.00
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F. AI-93985   Crim DA (1100)/ DA Pretrial Intervention Prg. (1225):
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:
Action Dept./Prg. Slot# Position Title Grade
Discretionary Step 9 080-002 0151 Assistant District Attorney IV 19
080-015 0036
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G. AI-93990   Urban County - CDBG (1288):
Approval of the following personnel change as per Exhibit A, effective upon Commissioners Court approval. Click to View
 
15.   Urban County:
 
A. AI-93908   1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Architectural Services

2.Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Hidalgo County Commissioner’s Court  of at least three (3) Architectural Service firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the Urban County Program, City of Elsa and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2023 City of Elsa Other Public Facilities Improvement Funds.       
Architectural Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked
MILNET ARCHITECTUAL SERVICES 92.6%  
SAM GARCIA ARCHITECT 90.0%  
TWG ARCHITECTS 87.6%  

3.Authority to negotiate a professional Architectural Service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of                                                                                        for the provision of Architectural Services for Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2023 City of Elsa Other Public Facilities Improvement Project. Click to View
 
B. AI-93907   Requesting approval to enter into a "Contribution-In-Aid-of-Construction Agreement" with AEP Texas Central Company in the amount of $90,459.70 for the installation of primary poles and street lights within the City of Peñitas.  UCP- City of Peñitas CDBG 2023 Peñitas Street Improvement funds will be utilized for this purchase. Click to View
 
C. AI-93982   Discussion, Consideration and action for approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with SAMES, INC. in the amount of $43,377.00 utilizing CDBG FY 34,35,36, (2021,2022,2023) La Villa Flood Drainage Improvements Funding and approval of Work Authorization No. 1, subject to HB 1295. Click to View
 
16.   Health & Human Services Department:
 
A. AI-93834   1. Discussion and approval of the CPS/PH Workforce Retention Pay plan.
2. Ratification of AI-93699 and approval of the certification of revenue in the amount of $500,000.00 and the appropriation of the same.
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B. AI-93954   Requesting approval to accept and for County Judge to sign the Texas Infertility Prevention Project agreement that promotes the identification, treatment and prevention of sexually transmitted infections Click to View
 
C. AI-93868   Requesting approval to submit a grant application and budget to the Texas Department of State Health Services for the All-Hazards Public Health Emergency Preparedness conference in the amount of $175,000. Click to View
 
D.   Health Care Funding District:
 
1. AI-93969   A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 13 UC Advance IGT Payment in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a transfer date of 02/01/2024 and a settlement date of 02/02/2024.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions.
C. Approval of Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC final instructions. Click to View
 
17.   Head Start Program:
 
A. AI-93924   Discussion/Approval of the Hidalgo County Head Start Program (HCHSP) Organizational Chart Click to View
 
B. AI-93915   Discussion/Approval of Proposed Changes to the 2024 Budgeted Positions Click to View
 
C. AI-93916   Discussion/Approval of Annual Stipend and Sign on Bonus Click to View
 
D. AI-93917   Discussion/Approval of One Time Funding Application Click to View
 
E. AI-93925   Discussion/Approval of Self-Assessment Schedule Click to View
 
F. AI-93923   Presentation of the Under Enrollment Plan Click to View
 
G. AI-93918   Discussion/Approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Enter Into a Memorandum of Understanding for a Two (2) Year Term with Hidalgo County Precinct #2 Click to View
 
H. AI-93919   Discussion/Approval of Bid Award and Contract of the Best and Lowest Bidder Meeting all Specifications to NM Contracting, LLC for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environment and Discovery Classrooms
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I. AI-93920   Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Cabling Installation to Support Security Camera Systems through Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Department of Information Resources (DIR) Awarded Vendor (Contract DIR-TSO-4343), Insight Public Sector Click to View
 
J. AI-93921   Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete and Auction the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to the County’s Approved Bond and Bond Auction Company, for Proper Disposition Click to View
 
K. AI-93926   Discussion/Approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a Two (2) Year Term with the City of Donna
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L. AI-93927   Requesting Approval of Application and Certification for Payment for Invoice #1 in the Amount of $28,767.08 for Professional Services Submitted by STRADA Engineering and Consulting, LLC, Through Contract C-23-001-02-17-AS for the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Outdoor Learning Environments and Discovery Classrooms Click to View
 
18.   Adult Probation:
 
A. AI-93871   Approval to apply for the following 2025 Criminal Justice Division (CJD) of the Governor's Office grants and approval of resolutions pertaining to each grant:
1.  DWI Court Grant #2413915
2.  Veteran's Court Grant #2431514
3.  Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - RSAT Grant #2928010
4.  Misdemeantor DWI Court Grant #3623207
5.  Mental Health Court Grant #3848406
6.  Youthful Offender Court Grant #3813406
7.  Re-entry Court Grant
8.  Domestic Violence Court Grant
9.  Felony Domestic Violence Court Grant
10.  Misdemeanor Drug Court Grant Click to View
 
19.   Community Service Agency:
 
A. AI-93959   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to accept the Community Service Block Grant Program (CSBG) Contract #61240004139 for FY 2024 in the amount of $610,995.00, 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-93960   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to accept the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract #58240004026 for FY 2024 in the amount of $4,295,644.00 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
 
C. AI-93961   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to accept the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Contract #58940004174 for FY 2024 in the amount of $383,661.00 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
 
D. AI-93958   Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to accept Amendment #3 to the FY 2023 Community Service Block Grant Program (CSBG) Contract #61230003801, from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, to extend the contract to March 31, 2024, with authorization for Jaime Longoria to electronically sign any and all pertinent documents. Click to View
 
20.   Elections Department:
 
A. AI-93974   1. Discussion on Election Updates.
2. Discussion, consideration and action approving the joint resolution and contract for the March 5, 2024 Joint Primary Election.
3. Approval of the March 5, 2024 Joint Primary Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the Hidalgo County Democratic Party.
4. Approval of the March 5, 2024 Joint Primary Election Services Contract between Hidalgo County and the Hidalgo County Republican Party. Click to View
 
21.   WIC:
 
A. AI-93953   WIC ADMIN - Program 001 (1292):
Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $150,000.00 and appropriation of the same. Click to View
 
22.   Planning Department:
 
A. AI-93971   1. Preliminary Approval with Variance request 
a. Jose Luis Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Oziel Alanis) (Seminary Road & Monte Cristo Road)
No. of Lots: 3 Single-Family
Flood Zone: X
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:N/A
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Barb Mar Lane & Seminary Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S has been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Barb Mar Lane and Seminary Road are paved.
* Cash deposit in the amount of $3,000.00 for (2 OSSF’S)

b. Guajardo Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Desirae Dietz) (Texas Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 4 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:1
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Texas Roadside ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S
Paved: Yes, Texas Road is paved.

c. Rio Orchards Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Ezequiel Reyna Jr.) (Mile 5 North Road & Mile 4 ½ West Road)
No. of Lots: 53 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: B
Estimated Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations:6
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by a new drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by the City of Weslaco.
Sewer: Yes, provided by the City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Mile 5 North Road is paved and 6 internal streets are to be paved.

2. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. The District North Weslaco Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Dreamland Estates LLC.) (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
No. of Lots: 54 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:14
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 Weslaco.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S has been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 11 North Road, Mile 5 ½ West Road, and 4 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $81,000.00 for (54 OSSF’S)

3. Final Approval
a. Las Encinitas Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 4 (CWL Limited by: Three, LLC.) (Monte Cristo Road & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 182 Single Family, 17 Commercial
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:59
Filling Stations:11
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, OSSF’S have been installed.
Paved: Yes, Monte Cristo Road and 7 internal streets are paved.
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23.   Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes:
 
A. AI-93996   1. Discussion, consideration, and possible action authorizing Hidalgo County to submit applications for RAISE FY 2024 Grant for the “Nolana Loop Project” and for the “Mile 2 West Project” and to authorize Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner David L. Fuentes to sign any documentation associated with this submittal.
 
2. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to schedule Public Hearings regarding the “Nolana Loop Project” and for the “Mile 2 West Project” on February 8, 2024, and February 15, 2024.
 
3. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to authorize publication of notice in The Monitor regarding Public Hearings for the "Nolana Loop Project" and the “Mile 2 West Project.”
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B. AI-93859   Appointment or Re-Appointment of a member to the Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority (RMA) Board by Commissioner Pct. 1 effective 2/1/24. Click to View
 
24.   Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu:
 
A. AI-93935   Requesting approval of new Electrical Service for three (3) new meters with application fees in the amount of $75.00 for the Pct 2 Aquiles Jaime Garza Park, payable to Magic Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.(Account # 30720), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. Click to View
 
25.   Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres:
 
A. AI-94023   Discussion and possible action to accept, only to the extent not previously accepted, the public dedication shown on the Seminary Heights subdivision plat recorded in Volume 9, Page 23B of the plat records of Hidalgo County, Texas. Click to View
 
B. AI-93991   Requesting Approval of Lease Agreement by and between Hidalgo County and the Board of Regents of the Texas A&M University System for the lease of space in the Linn-San Manuel Emergency Services Facility at Precinct No. 4 (located at 21661 TX-186, Edinburg, Texas 78542).  Click to View
 
26.   Budget & Management:
 
A. AI-93864   Discussion, consideration, and approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of 17 streetlights for Southern Breeze Subdivision located in Precinct # 4. Click to View
 
B. AI-93973   Approval to designate funds in 2023 for the expenditures related to the following programs:
 
Program No. Program Amount
240-005 1115 Waiver $1,451,012.38
200-002 IT Countywide $   660,994.48
220-050 Facilities Countywide $   620,881.06
130-030 Jackson Creek $   295,767.65
115-002 Countywide Admin - Vehicles $   568,665.15
280-005 Adult Detention Parking Lot $   309,906.70
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C.   American Rescue Plan Act:
 
1. AI-93946   Requesting approval for the following items regarding the Assistance to South Texas College Nursing Program (ARPA- 21-110-034):
A. Rescind actions previously taken on 09/19/2023, AI-92469 for the Third Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and South Texas College and amended budget.
B. Terminate the Second Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and South Texas College effective May 2022.
C. Reimburse South Texas College for eligible costs incurred through May 2022. Click to View
 
2. AI-93947   A. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the South Texas College Nursing and Allied Healthcare Professionals Program (ARPA-24-110-349) under the Hidalgo County American Rescue Plan Act Healthcare Professionals Program.
B. Discussion, consideration and action to approve the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County and South Texas College for the Assistance to South Texas College Healthcare Professionals Program, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the agreement subject to legal review. Click to View
 
3. AI-93888   Requesting approval to amend the budget for the El Paraiso Community Resource Center (ARPA-22-123-075) due to increased costs for infrastructure. Click to View
 
4. AI-93903   Requesting approval to amend Exhibit C, budget proposal, for the Precinct 2 Small Repairs and Rehabilitation Housing Project (ARPA-22-122-098) Memorandum of Understanding. Click to View
 
5. AI-93889   Discussion, consideration and approval of the new First Amended Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Mercedes, with authority for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement subject to legal review.  Click to View
 
D.   Budget Appropriations:
 
1. AI-93967   Approval to undesignate funds in 2024 for expenditures related to the following program(s) and appropriation of the same:
Program No. Program Amount
240-005 1115 Waiver $1,555,366.00
200-002 IT Countywide $   660,994.48
220-050 Facilities Countywide $   620,881.06
130-030 Jackson Creek $   295,767.65
115-002 Countywide Admin - Vehicles $   568,665.15
280-005 Adult Detention Parking Lot $   309,906.70
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2. AI-93891   Courthouse Security Fund (1241):
Approval of 2024 appropriation of funds from Courthouse Security Fund Balance (1241) in the amount of $800.00 for anticipated expenditures. Click to View
 
27.  
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-93981   A. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by HCCC of graded vendors submissions with the recommendation by the Evaluation Committee Members for "Independent Audit Services for Hidalgo County" (RFQ-23-0443-01-10-03).
  Burton McCumber & Longoria, L.L.P. Hankins Eastup Pattillo, Brown & Hill L.L.P.
Evaluator No. 1 1 3 2
Evaluator No. 2 1 2 3
Evaluator No. 3 1 3 2
Evaluator No. 4 2 3 1
Evaluator No. 5 1 2 3
Evaluator No. 6 1 3 2
Total  7 16 13
Rank      
*Evaluation and Scoring conducted by Hidalgo County Committee Members
B. Requesting Commissioner's Court approval to proceed negotiations with the No. 1 ranked vendor, _______________________ for "Independent Audit Services for Hidalgo County" (RFQ-23-0443-01-10-03).  Click to View
 
2. AI-93976   Requesting approval of the following PCO's in connection with the construction of the Hidalgo County New Courthouse from contracted vendor, Morganti Texas, Inc., subject to final legal review and approval; with authority for County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
Description Total Amount (Not to Exceed)
PCO 211
Bent plate at parapet		 $21,456.00
PCO 265
Roof Ladder Splice		 $1,372.00
PCO 277
Schindler Service Calls		 $3,546.00
PCO 279
Gap From Stucco to Flatwork		 $112,161.00
PCO 280
Escalation for Fan Belt Monitoring		 $5,270.00
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3. AI-94024   Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to approve the following change order for Morganti Texas, Inc.; with authority for County Executive Officer to sign all required documentation.
Description Total Amount (Not to Exceed)
Change Order MTI - 109 $1,026,298.10
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B.   County Treasurer:
 
1. AI-93850   Requesting approval of first amendment to the Xerox Corp. contract (C-22-0668-11-15) for the removal of two (2) of the three (3) copiers (Xerox B405DN), located at the Hidalgo County Treasurer's Office, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents. Click to View
 
C.   Pct. 2
 
1. AI-94005   Requesting approval to award job order contractor, Herrcon, LLC, through HC's membership with BuyBoard (JOC Contract# 581-19), for the "Hidalgo Health Clinic Improvements" project, in the amount of $44,230.37; with the authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds, if applicable.  Click to View
 
2. AI-93930   A. Pursuant to Texas LGC Chapter 263.151 (2)(B)(C)(D) and 263.152 (a)(2) action to declare one (1) 2005 Peterbilt Truck and one (1) 2014 Caterpillar Dump Truck as "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition (of the 2 units) for use as "trade-Ins" toward the acquisition of two (2) 2023 Peterbilt 548 Load King Dump Trucks including the removal of said assets from the inventory list.
B. Approval to purchase two (2) 2023 Peterbilt 548 Load King Dump Trucks through the HC's membership with Purchasing Cooperative of America (Contract No. PCA OD-328-20 Expires 8/17/2025) awarded vendor Big D Tractor Co. LLC dba Blue Cat Rentals / Frontera Equipment, in the total amount of $406,984.02, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.  Click to View
 
D.   Pct. 3
 
1. AI-93983   Requesting acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 4 between Hidalgo County and ERO Architects for the El Paraiso Building Project (C-21-0723-12-28), to extend and amend construction administration phase services and its compensation, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation. Click to View
 
E.   Pct. 4
 
1. AI-93970   A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Professional Construction Material Testing Services' final negotiated agreement (C-23-0445-01-23) with Millennium Engineering Group, for the “Construction Material Testing - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Mile 17 & 83rd Stormwater Project”, as ranked and approved by CC (11/14/2023, AI-93252); with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1 in the amount of $19,931.50, for the “Construction Material Testing - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Mile 17 & 83rd Stormwater Project”; with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation and issuance of a Notice to Proceed.  Click to View
 
2. AI-93866   A. Requesting authority to accept and award construction contract (C-23-0374-01-23/ ARPA-22-124-047) for the Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Tex-Mex Rd Stormwater Project to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Rene Guerra & Son Hauling, LLC, for the total amount of $392,684.00 (Base Bid); with the authority to issue Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment & performance bonds.
B. Pursuant to Article 4.14 of the Legal Notice, requesting authority to waive minor technicalities for the submission requirements of RFB received. Click to View
 
F.   Public Defenders
 
1. AI-93945   Pursuant to "Post Minimum Terms" of the current contract (C-20-242-07-07) seeking authority to provide sixty (60) day written termination notice of subscription agreement for online services with Thomson Reuters due to service no longer required by the Public Defender's Office. Click to View
 
G.   Human Resources:
 
1. AI-93900   A. Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for "Consulting Services for Self-Funded Health Plan," with authority to re-advertise, if applicable.
B. Requesting appointment of the evaluation committee by Commissioner's Court to review, score and grade responses for Consulting Services for Self-Funded Health Plan.
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2. AI-93872   A.  Requesting authority to advertise with approval of the procurement packet for "Actuarial Services for GASB 74 & 75", with authority to re-advertise, if applicable.
B.  Requesting appointment of the evaluation committee by Commissioner's Court to review, score and grade responses for Actuarial Services for GASB 74 & 75.
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H.   Facilities Management
 
1. AI-93980   Requesting acceptance and approval to execute Amendment No. 1 between Hidalgo County and ERO Architects for the Renovations of the Election Department Building project (C-21-0510-12-28 - On-Call), (C-22-0348-08-18 - AIA Agreement), to extend and amend construction administration phase services and its compensation, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.  Click to View
 
I.   Sheriff's Office
 
1. AI-93955   Requesting approval to award job order contractor, Amstar, Inc., through HC's membership with BuyBoard (JOC Contract# 660-21), for the "HVAC Repairs for the Willacy County Detention Facility" in the amount of $114,771.00 and for the" Exhaust Fan Repairs for the Willacy County Detention Facility" in the amount of $87,788.70; with authority to issue a Notice to Proceed upon receipt of the required payment and performance bonds. Click to View
 
2. AI-93957   Requesting acceptance and approval of the Certification of Construction Completion from Herrcon, LLC, for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Repavement of the CID Parking Lot project (23-0093), with the final payment amount of $67,811.96, as recommended by Project Engineer, GDJ Engineering, LLC; with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.  Click to View
 
3. AI-93851   A. Consideration and approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (HSCO) and Edcouch Police Department (Edcouch PD)for the acceptance of a 2023 Dodge Charger to be transferred from Edcouch PD to HC Sheriff's Office, with authority for the County Judge or the Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign any required documents.
B. Consideration and approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office (HSCO) and Edcouch Police Department (Edcouch PD) for the acceptance of a 2022 Ford F-150 to be transferred from Edcouch PD to HC Sheriff's Office, with authority for the County Judge or the Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign any required documents. Click to View
 
4. AI-93841   A. Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code 263.152 discussion and approval to declare as "surplus" Law Enforcement Vehicle listed on Exhibit "A" contained herein, including authority to remove said property from the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office inventory list;
B. Consideration and approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Sullivan City Police Department for the purpose of the use of equipment between parties and authorize the County Judge or the Hidalgo County Sheriff, to sign any required documents.  Click to View
 
J.   Urban County
 
1. AI-93929   Requesting approval to award contract to Los Tesoros Investments I, LTD., the sole responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications and requirements, for “Lease of Office Space - Urban County Program” (C-23-0460-01-23), with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents. Click to View
 
K.   Co. Wide
 
1. AI-93937   Requesting acceptance and approval of Amendment No. 6 between HC and Triple R Fire & Safety LLC for fire alarm and security monitoring services to include additional locations as illustrated in Exhibit B (C-22-0402-09-20), with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation.  Click to View
 
28.   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-93764   Presentation by Burton McCumber & Longoria, LLP of the County’s 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Single Audit Click to View
 
29.   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. AI-93987   Cause #CL-24-0073-J; Miguel Angel Jimenez, Jr. v City of Mercedes, et al Click to View
 
D. AI-93893   Claim of Benito Ramos Click to View
 
E. AI-93901   Claim of Keren Gonzalez Click to View
 
F. AI-93964   Claim of Ramon Reyna  Click to View
 
30.  
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)
 
31.   Open Session:
 
A.   Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same
 
B.   Pending and/or potential litigation
 
C. AI-93988   Cause #CL-24-0073-J; Miguel Angel Jimenez, Jr. v City of Mercedes, et al Click to View
 
D. AI-93894   Claim of Benito Ramos  Click to View
 
E. AI-93902   Claim of Keren Gonzalez Click to View
 
F. AI-93965   Claim of Ramon Reyna  Click to View
 
32.   Closed Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
33.   Open Session:
Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
 
34.   Adjourn
 

    

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