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AGENDA
HIDALGO COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
APRIL 2, 2024
10:00 A.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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Approval of Awards/Recognitions: |
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AI-94793
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Resolution in Honor of PSJA Student, Madison Grace Garcia- Powerlifting State Champion Click to View |
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AI-94572
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Proclamation declaring April 2024 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Click to View |
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AI-94750
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Approval of Proclamation Recognizing April 2024 as National Donate Life Month. Click to View |
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AI-94749
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Approval of Proclamation declaring April 2024 as National Stress Awareness Month. Click to View |
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Open Forum |
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County Judge's Office: |
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AI-94777
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Discussion, consideration and approval to apply for the Trust for Civic Life's 2024 Civic Hub grant. Click to View |
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District Attorney's Office: |
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AI-94738
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Approval of Memorandum Of Understanding between the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office and United States Marshals Service. Click to View |
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Sheriff's Office: |
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AI-94724
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Sheriff's Office OPSG FY21 Additional Funding Appropriation:
1. Authorization and approval to accept additional funds for OPSG FY21 grant # 3172207 in the amount of $294,648.86
2. Approval of Certification of Revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY21 OPSG in the amount of $294,648.86 and appropriation of the same. Click to View |
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AI-94758
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Sheriff Operation Stonegarden Grant FY23 (OPSG)(1284):
1. Approval to rescind action taken on CC 3/19/24 (AI-94512) due to a typo error on the awarded amount.
2. Authorization and approval to accept a grant award from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division (OOG-HSGD) in relation to the FY 2023 (03/01/2024-02/28/2025) Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $2,033,550.00 with authority for County Judge, as authorized official, to accept award electronically.
3. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions.
4. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the Co. Auditor, for the FY 2023 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) in the amount of $2,033,550.00 and appropriation of the same. Click to View |
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Constable Pct. #1: |
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AI-94687
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Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Jose Jaime Leos as Deputy Constable by Constable Celestino Avila Jr, Constable Precinct 1 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. Click to View |
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AI-94625
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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 $1,476.92 and appropriation of the same. Click to View |
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AI-94741
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Constable Pct. 1 - Operation Stone Garden Program (OPSG) (1284):
1. Ratification of the submission, authorization, and approval to apply for the FY 2023 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, 2024 through February 28, 2025.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2023 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) program 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. Click to View |
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Constable Pct. #2: |
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AI-94681
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Constable Pct. 2 - Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (1284):
1. Ratification of the submission, authorization and approval to apply for FY 2023 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, 2024 through February 28, 2025.
2. Approval of resolution for the FY 2023 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. Click to View |
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AI-94665
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Constable Pct 2:
Requesting Authorization for the County Judge Richard Cortez and Constable Martin N. Cantu as Head of Department, to sign the CEO Law Enforcement Certifications and Assurances Form, for participation in all aspects of the programs and procedures unitized by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Click to View |
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Tax Office - Paul Villarreal: |
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AI-94730
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Discussion and approval to execute a dealer deputy agreement between the County of Hidalgo and Sames McAllen, Inc. DBA Sames Pre-Owned GDN P169982. Dealer desires to act as an agent of the Tax Assessor Collector in the issuance of motor vehicle registration stickers, license plates and in the application for vehicle titles. This agreement is subject to the Dealer Deputy providing a surety bond in an amount as determined by the County Tax Assessor-Collector in accordance with applicable law. Click to View |
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Urban County: |
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AI-94763
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Approval of a Proclamation declaring April 2024 Fair Housing Month Click to View |
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AI-94734
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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, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Year 2023 City of Alamo Water/Sewer Improvement Funds.
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Ranked |
| R. GUTIERREZ ENGINEERS |
96.00% |
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| MELDEN & HUNT, INC. |
94.33% |
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| TRIMAD CONSULTANTS |
94.00% |
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3. Discussion, consideration and action requesting 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 2023 City of Alamo Water/Sewer Improvement Project. Click to View |
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AI-94685
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Requesting approval to purchase paving materials from Frontera Materials Inc., for the City of Donna 2023 Street Improvements Project (Purchase of Materials Only) in the amount of $270,165.00. UCP Fiscal Years 35 & 36 (2022 & 2023) City of Donna Street Improvements funds will be utilized. Click to View |
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AI-94740
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Requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with 2GS dba Earthworks Enterprise LLC the lowest responsible bidder in the amount of $380,837.00 utilizing UCP funds from Fiscal Years 35-36 (2022-2023) Palmview Street Improvement Funds. Click to View |
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Human Resources: |
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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 |
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AI-94745
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Approval to appoint Genesis Treviño as an intern under the WIC Lactation Care Center for the period of April 3, 2024 through April 30, 2024. Click to View |
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AI-94747
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Health - COVID Imm Prj. 1 (1293):
Approval of the following actions, effective next full pay period 04/08/2024:
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Dept./Prg. |
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Position Title |
Grade |
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340-079 |
0048 - 0049 |
System Support Specialist I |
09 |
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340-079 |
0050 |
Administrative Assistant III |
08 |
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AI-94764
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DA Civil Litigation (1100):
Approval of the following action, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
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Dept./Prg. |
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Position Title |
Current Allowance |
Proposed Allowance |
| Remove Supplemental Allowance |
080-013 |
0001 |
Attorney V |
$10,000.00 |
$0.00 |
| Add Supplemental Allowance |
080-013 |
0015 |
Attorney V |
$0.00 |
$15,000.00 |
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AI-94789
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Pct 2 Administration /Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200):
Approval of the following actions, effective upon Commissioners Court approval:
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Dept./Prg. |
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Position Title |
Grade |
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122-006 |
0040 |
Maintenance III |
07 |
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122-006 |
0064 |
Equipment Operator I |
06 |
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122-006 |
0098 |
Mechanic III |
10 |
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122-006 |
0111 |
Truck Driver II |
06 |
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122-006 |
0114 |
Traffic Control Specialist II |
05 |
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122-006 |
0127 |
Truck Driver III |
08 |
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122-006 |
0128 |
Equipment Operator II |
08 |
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122-005 |
0030 |
Accounts Payable Specialist II |
08 |
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Health & Human Services Department: |
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AI-94684
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Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the City of Mission and the County of Hidalgo. The purpose of the Agreement is for inspection and approval of on-site sewage facility systems. Click to View |
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AI-94744
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Pursuant to Texas Local Government Code Section 157.903, requesting approval of indemnification in the amount of $40.00 as a result of clerical errors regarding health service fees. Click to View |
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Health Care Funding District: |
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AI-94567
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- Public Hearing, at 10:30 am, to consider public comments concerning the amended amount of mandatory payments required to be paid by paying hospitals for the district’s fiscal year 2024 (September 2023 – August 2024) and how the revenue derived from those payments is to be spent.
- Consideration and approval of amending mandatory payment to be assessed quarterly by the Hidalgo County Health Care Funding District on the amended from net patient revenue year 2021 to 2022 of an institutional health care provider and how the revenue derived from those payments is to be spent.
- Consideration and approval for the Hidalgo County Tax Assessor/Collector to collect the amended mandatory payment required by Hidalgo County Health Care Funding District.
- Consideration and approval to assess amended mandatory payment annual rate from net patient revenue year 2021 to year 2022.
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Adult Probation: |
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AI-94540
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Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor for the DWI Court Grant program income and appropriation of the same for the month of November 2023 in the amount of $446.00, December 2023 in the amount of $262.00, January 2024 in the amount of $454.00, and February 2024 in the amount of $2040.00. Click to View |
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Community Service Agency: |
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AI-94732
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Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to accept the Notice of Grant Award for the FY 2024 for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Agreement #23SRGTX012 (Award Grant Year 2) in the amount of $86,751.00.
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AI-94678
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Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to submit the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the AmeriCorps Foster Grandparents Program (FGP) Application ID: 24SF264138 for the FY 2024 Federal Award: $320,306.00, State Award: $5,476.00, and County Match: $38,000.00. Click to View |
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AI-94679
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Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to accept Amendment No. 1 to the 2024 Low-Income Energy Assistance Program Contract #58240004026 to include a budget increase of $2,868,353.00 with total contact in the amount of $7,163,997.00.
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AI-94677
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Discussion, consideration, and possible action to recommend approval to submit the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the AmeriCorps Senior Companion Program (SCP) Application ID: 24SC263356 for the FY 2024 Federal Award: $560,034.00, State Award: $6,791.00, and County Match: $56,000.00.
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Elections Department: |
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AI-94721
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- Discussion on Election Updates.
- Approval of the 2024 May Local Entities Elections Service Contracts between Hidalgo County and the following entities:
- The City of Elsa
- Sharyland ISD
- Hidalgo County Appraisal District
- South Texas College
- Progreso ISD
- Discussion, consideration, and approval of the May 28, 2024 Democratic Primary Runoff Early Voting Schedule.
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WIC: |
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AI-94674
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WIC ADMIN - Program 001 (1292):
1. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue by the County Auditor in the amount of $315,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
WIC P/C - Program 002 (1292):
2. Requesting approval to accept the Peer Counselor FY 2024 Additional Funding Notification in the amount of $60,000.00.
3. Requesting approval of Certification of Revenue in the amount $60,000.00 as certified by the County Auditor and appropriation of the same. Click to View |
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Planning Department: |
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AI-94688
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1. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee
a. El Farito Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (El Farito, LLC.) (Mile 13 North Road & Mile 6 West Road)
No. of Lots: 11 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:N/A
Filling Stations:2
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by natural perculation and surface runoff will drain into Mile 13 North Roadside ditch and detention will be accomplished 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 13 North Road is paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $16,500.00 for (11 OSSF’S)
b. Rio Meadows Subdivision- Pct. 1 (DK3 Investments Group, LLC.) (Midway Street & Business 83)
No. of Lots: 56 Multi-Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:12
Filling Stations:7
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 the City of Weslaco.
Paved: Yes, Midway Road and 4 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $43,530.00 for (PAVING IMPROVEMENTS)
c. RBR No. 5 Subdivision - Pct. 4 (RBR Development & Inv., LLC.) (Texas Road & Tower Road)
No. of Lots: 85 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:17
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 Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, OSSF’S have been escrowed.
Paved: Yes, Texas Road and 4 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $127,500.00 for (85 OSSF’S)
d. Milanos Estates Phase II Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Garvic Properties, LP) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 5 North Road)
No. of Lots: 128 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:25
Filling Stations:12
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by an existing 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 6 ½ West Road and 7 internal streets are paved.
* Final Approval with a cash deposit in the amount of $3,157.50 for (SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS)
2. Final Approval
a. Bellawoods Phase II Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Graciela Estates, Ltd.) (Benito Ramirez Road & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 46 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:6
Filling Stations: 3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by the City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
b. Bellawoods Phase III Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Graciela Estates, Ltd.) (Benito Ramirez Road & Terry Road)
No. of Lots: 49 Single Family
Flood Zone: X Unshaded
Number of Streetlights:7
Filling Stations:3
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by existing drain ditch.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by the City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Benito Ramirez Road and 3 internal streets are paved.
c. Montreal Estates Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Montreal LLC. A series of Rocko Inv., LLC.) (Mile 19 North Road & Kenyon Road)
No. of Lots: 87 Single Family
Flood Zone: X
Number of Streetlights:13
Filling Stations:8
Drainage: Yes, Drainage will be provided by storm sewer system and detention will be provided by widening the existing drain ditch located approximately 2400 feet south of Kenyon Road.
ETJ: Yes, City of Edinburg.
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Corporation.
Sewer: Yes, provided by the City of Edinburg.
Paved: Yes, Mile 19 North Road, Kenyon Road, and 4 internal streets are paved.
d. Puente Del Sur Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Puente Del Sur, LTD.) (Ponciano Drive & Soderquist Road)
No. of Lots: 122 Single-Family
Flood Zone: B
Number of Streetlights:27
Filling Stations:16
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 installed.
Paved: Yes, Mile 4 ½ North Road, Soderquist Road, and 4 internal streets are paved.
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Precinct #1 - Comm. Fuentes: |
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AI-94735
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Requesting approval to accept the counteroffers to purchase a tract of land known as Parcels No.67, 62, 34, 32, 21, 33, 73 associated with the Mile 6 W Road Improvement Project (RCSJ# 0921-02-355) with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administration Evaluation and Approval Form. Click to View |
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Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: |
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AI-94792
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Discussion, Consideration, and Approval to appoint/reappointment 2 board member(s) to a 2 year term to the Hidalgo County Emergency Service District No. 4, pursuant to the Texas Health & Safety Code Section 775.034. Click to View |
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AI-94783
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Re-appointment of a member to the Hidalgo County Housing Authority Board by Pct. #2 for May 4, 2024 - May 3, 2026, term. Click to View |
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AI-94622
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Pct 2 Cesar Chavez (Bus. 83-Nolana Loop): Requesting approval to accept a counter-offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 20 associated with the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project from Bus 83 to Nolana Loop (ROW CSJ:0921-02-406), with authority for the County Judge to sign the Administrative Evaluation and Approval Form. Click to View |
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Precinct #4 - Comm. Torres: |
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AI-94785
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1. Public Hearing pertaining to Texas Department of Agriculture’s (TDA) Texas Community Development Block Grant (TXCDBG) Program 2024 Colonia Fund Construction Program to discuss, among other issues, Hidalgo County’s community housing and community development needs.
2. Discussion, consideration, and possible action to approve a resolution by the Commissioners’ Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, that authorizes the submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant (TXCDBG) Program application to the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) under the 2024 Colonia Fund Construction Program. Click to View |
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AI-94778
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UT-Health Snap-Ed Program (1286):
1. Requesting ratification of the approval of the Interlocal Agreement between Hidalgo County and the University of Health Science Center At Houston on behalf of its Department of Brownsville Regional Campus to provide Tu Salud/Si Cuenta Program activities, (expires September 30, 2024).
2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues associated with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with UT-Health Science at Houston in the amount of $120,000.00 and appropriation of the same.
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AI-94726
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Re-appointment of member to the Hidalgo County Housing Authority Board by Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for a term of two (2) years, May 4, 2024 - May 3, 2026. Click to View |
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AI-94754
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Requesting approval to name a 60' private road that runs along and between a 147.926 acre unsubdivided private subdivision known as Vista Bonita Ranchos Subdivison out of Lots 8, 9 and 10, Share "B" Original Share of the Mestenas Grant, Hidalgo County, Texas, as Ruppert Service Road for 911 purposes. Click to View |
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Budget & Management: |
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AI-94766
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2023 General Fund & Special Revenue Fund - Capital Leases (Various Departments):
1. Approval of certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, to fund capital lease expenses.
2. Approval of 2023 appropriation of revenues and expenses to fund capital lease expenses. Click to View |
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AI-94739
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Discussion, consideration, and approval of AEP Contribution In Aid Of Construction Agreement for the installation of 14 Streetlights for Caledonisa Estates Subdivision located in precinct 4 Click to View |
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AI-94692
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Elections HAVA Grant (1283):
Ratification of agenda item #94571 approved by HCCC on 03/19/2024, to reflect the revised amount of $59,393.00 Click to View |
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American Rescue Plan Act: |
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AI-94757
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A. Approval to close ARPA Project (22-110-086), Mission CISD Youth Wellness Camp with a final budget of $36,629.12.
B. Requesting approval to clarify the date, from May 2022 to May 2023, of eligible costs incurred for APRA Project (22-110-034) . Click to View |
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AI-94779
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Approval to incorporate the Hidalgo County McAllen Health Center Improvements Project (ARPA-23-340-352) into the Hidalgo County ARPA Expanding Access to Healthcare Program. Click to View |
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AI-94756
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Approval to incorporate the Hidalgo County Edinburg Pulmonary Health Center Improvements Project (ARPA-23-340-351) into the Hidalgo County ARPA Expanding Access to Healthcare Program. Click to View |
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Budget Appropriations: |
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AI-94717
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Approval of 2023 Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for various Capital Projects and appropriation of the same.
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AI-94630
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Scofflaw Program (1100):
Approval of 2024 appropriation of funds from the Scofflaw Program General Fund Restricted Fund Balance in the amount of $12,000.00 for travel related expenditures. 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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Emergency Management: |
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AI-94743
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A. Requesting acceptance and approval of the final negotiated Professional Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Services Agreement (C-24-0091-04-02) with Raba Kistner, Inc., for "(ARPA-22-110-078) - Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Services - Emergency Management Facility", as ranked and approved by CC (03/05/24, AI-94453).
B. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No.1, in the amount of $13,042.00, for Geotechnical Services for the "(ARPA-22-110-078) - Geotechnical & Construction Material Testing Services - Emergency Management Facility", with the authority to issue a Notice to Proceed. Click to View |
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AI-94769
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Requesting approval to award contracts for "Rental of Various Heavy Equipment for ARPA Hike and Bike Project" to the following responsive bidders:
A. Anderson Equipment Company (C-24-0031A-04-02)
B. Doggett Heavy Machinery Services, LLC (C-24-0031B-04-02) Click to View |
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AI-94731
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Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No.2 from Mor-Wil, LLC for the "[ARPA-22-124-096] - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 North Main Drain III Phase II Stormwater Project" (C-23-0261-08-22-10), for a 58-day time extension and total project amount increase of $55,900.00, as recommended by the Project Engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. Click to View |
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IT Department |
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AI-94670
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Requesting approval of the Odyssey Software Annual Maintenance and Support Agreement (Proforma No. 106754a), through Sole Sourced vendor Tyler Technologies Inc., effective 01/01/2024 through 12/31/2024 in the amount of $508,469.95 Click to View |
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Elections Department |
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AI-94676
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Requesting approval to purchase one (1) Ford F-250 truck and one (1) Ford Expedition SUV through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 210907), from LT Boswell LLC dba Boswell Elliff Ford, in the total amount of $137,412.50 Click to View |
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Sheriff's Office |
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AI-94728
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Requesting approval to purchase a SkyWatch Mobile Surveillance and Deterrence Tower through HC’s membership with OMNIA Partners Cooperative (Contract No. 192163), from W.W. Grainger, Inc., in the total amount of $265,484.28
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AI-94658
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Requesting authority to ratify Purchase Order No. 878331, to purchase radio communication equipment including installation for Hidalgo County - Willacy Detention Facility through HC's membership with Houston Galveston Area Council (HGACBuy Cooperative Contract No. RA05-21), from Motorola Solution, Inc, in the total amount of $278,349.13 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-94755
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Appointment of board member to represent the County of Hidalgo on the Donna Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Board of Directors. (Pct. 1) Click to View |
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AI-94711
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Approval of request by the City of Edinburg for the use of the old jail parking lot on 12th & Loeb St. and parking lots 1, 2, and 3, for the Edinburg UFO Festival Drone Show to be held on April 5, 2024, including execution of hold harmless agreement and authority for Executive Officer to sign agreement Click to View |
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AI-94723
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Discussion, consideration, and action approving Interlocal Cooperation Contract with The University of Texas, Center for Public Policy Dispute Resolution, of the State of Texas and authorize the County Judge to sign all applicable contract documents. Click to View |
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AI-94727
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Requesting approval to submit Application to Texas State Library and Archives Commission for Accreditation in State Library System with authority for County Judge to sign Click to View |
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AI-94719
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1. Approval to accept settlement agreement offer from American Access Casualty Company in the amount of $2,380.08 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Constable P1)
2. Approval to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign the Release of All Claims for Property Damages form to settle auto accident claim with American Access Casualty Company. Click to View |
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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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AI-94736
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Cause #C-4094-21-I; Fidela Valladares vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas Click to View |
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AI-94694
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Claim of Jeanette Palacios Click to View |
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AI-94696
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Claim of Martha A. Torres Click to View |
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AI-94698
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Claim of Magdalena Tovar Leal 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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AI-94737
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Cause #C-4094-21-I; Fidela Valladares vs. County of Hidalgo, Texas Click to View |
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AI-94695
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Claim of Jeanette Palacios Click to View |
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AI-94697
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Claim of Martha A. Torres Click to View |
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AI-94699
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Claim of Magdalena Tovar Leal 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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