1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Drainage projects, maintenance and operations 6. 2013 Bond Series A. Approval of closing documents for parcels 49 & 55 in relation to J-09 drainage improvement project. B. Request for issuance of manual check of offer to complete transaction. 7. Request approval to issue payment on the following items: 2013 Bonds - Fund: 133 Weir System Rehabilitation Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $132,317.82 from Foremost Paving, Inc. related to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-12-17 Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair. PO#626788. 8. Request approval to issue payment on the following items: 2013 Bonds Fund: 133 Pct.4 - Rural Drainage Development Payment Application No. 2 in the amount of $233,863.20 from PEGA JPS Utilities, LLC related to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-15-010-07-22B-Pct.4 Tower Road & Mile 17 1/2 Road Area Drainage Improvements. PO#627525. 9. Approval to accept appraised market value for the sale of surplus Right-Of-Way property described as 0.1263 tract of land out of lot 3, block 2, Steele and Pershing Subdivision, Hidalgo County Texas, to include the cost of appraisal services and closing costs to Robert L. Lozano & Laurie G. Lozano. 10. Discussion, consideration and approval of TCDRS plan provisions for Plan Year 2016. 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 13. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 15. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Approval of Consent Agenda
Consideration of Consent Agenda
2L. 2015 - Human Resources (1100) 2T. 2015 - Pct. 1 Tax Notes (1304) 8C. Approval of Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Monthly Report: October 2015 10A. 1. Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the Month of October 2015. 12E. Authority to exercise the one (1) year extension option as provided under current contract for "Lease of Land-[Approx. 1,280 Acre] for the Purpose of Farming" for Precinct No. 3, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with, Starr Feedyards, Ltd. C-12-218-12-28
Open Forum
County Judge's Office: A. 52365 Recognition of District Clerk Laura Hinojosa and staff on the 7th anniversary of the District Clerk’s “Blues for Bucks” workplace fundraising campaign.
District Attorney's Office: A. 52298 District Attorney's Office: Requesting approval for County Treasurer's Office to process payment for fuel reimbursement in the total amount of $31.50 for employee Dale R. Booth, Jr. after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Constables: A. 52373 Constable Pct. #1: Discussion, consideration, and approval of appointment of the Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., as per Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012: Ernesto Sanchez B. 52324 Constable Pct. 1 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct 1 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase II in the total amount of $22,463.63. C. 52299 Constable Pct. 2 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct No. 2 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase II in the total amount of $52,500.00. D. 52428 Constable Pct. 2: Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint David Martinez as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable, Martin Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012. E. 52438 Constable Pct. #3 – FY2015 Homeland Security Grant Program 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2016 Homeland Security Grant Program through the Regional Homeland Security & Criminal Justice - Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council. 2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents. F. 52431 Constable Precinct No. 4: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Norberto Guerra as a Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. G. 52340 Constable Pct. 4 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct No. 4 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase II in the total amount of $54,500.00.
Executive Office: A. 52443 Discussion, consideration, and appointment of Hidalgo County representative to the Hidalgo County Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Committee. B. 52321 Civil Service (1100): Approval to process payment of the following invoice in accordance with Accounting Procedures Manual (Food Policy) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date PO# Amount Purpose/Event Subway #6216 10/22/15 724265 $ 52.50 Civil Service Commission Meeting 10/22/15 (due to 2 hr. limit non-compliance) C. 51462 Discussion, consideration, and action regarding written Resolution and ballot selection of Appraisal District Board of Directors for 2016-2017. D. 52429 Requesting approval of payment of attorney vouchers (not submitted within 3 months of disposition as per Local Rules of Administration adopted under TLGC 74.093) from attorney J. Roel Garcia in connection with legal representation of indigent defendants with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Invoice Date Disposition Date Court # Totaling 3/17/14 4/19/11 County Court #1 $ 300.00 3/20/14 10/14/10 County Court #2 $ 250.00 3/2/11 & 6/21/11 3/17/14 County Court #4 $ 550.00 Various (3 invoices) 3/14/14 County Court #5 $ 700.00 Various (6 invoices) 3/21/14 & 3/24/14 County Court #6 $1,450.00 GRAND TOTAL FOR 13 INVOICES $3,250.00 E. 52341 Discussion and possible action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign certification of Tabulation of Utility Adjustments (SUP) for FM 681 ROW CSJ: 0669-01-051/0862-01-046
22. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition
Open Session: C. 52412 Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Hub D. 52417 Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Palms E. 52435 Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Blue Bird
Public Defenders Office: A. 52447 Discussion and approval of letter to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission in support of Hidalgo County's participation in the Regional Public Defender Office for Capital Cases.
Human Resources: A. 52400 Community Service Agency: 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to reclassify one (1) regular full-time position as follows: Slot# Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary 0009 IT Security Engineer $34,320.00 Information Technology Manager $49,000.00 2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court action. B. 52237 Tax Office (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions effective, 12/1/2015: Action Slot# Dept/ Program Position Title Actual/ Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 0074 140-001 Deputy Clerk I $27,835.00 Create 0184 140-001 Accounting Clerk I $27,835.00 3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court action. C. 52234 Sheriff's Office / Jail (1100) / Jail Commissary (2102) : 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective next pay period of 12/1/2015: Action Dept/ Program Slot No. Position Title Current Salary / Allowance Proposed Position Title Proposed Salary / Allowance Net Change Add Clothing Allowance 280-001 0396 Sergeant Step I $0.00 Sergeant Step I $500.00 $500.00 Delete Clothing Allowance 280-001 0040 Sergeant Step III $500.00 Sergeant Step III $0.00 $500.00 Reclassification 280-002 0002 RN IV $60,655.00 RN V $73,135.00 $12,480.00 Salary Adjustment (Decrease) 280-002 0177 Detention Officer $38,251.00 Detention Officer $31,364.00 ($6,887.00) Salary Adjustment (Decrease) 280-002 0281 Sr. Detention Officer Step III $36,957.00 Detention Officer Step I $31,364.00 ($5,593.00) Regrade 280-015 0011 Commissary Supervisor $30,342.00 (Step 7) Commissary Supervisor $35,391.00 (Step 9) $5,049.00 3. Approval to revise the salary schedules in accordance with Commissioners' Court action. D. 52233 Constable Pct. #2 (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy – Personnel Related Amendments. 2. Approval to create one (1) regular full-time Sergeant Step I position, slot no. 0015, budgeted salary $ 47,359.00. 3. Approval to waive posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and promote employee no. 088226 to the Sergeant Step I grade, slot no. 0015, as per the Constables' Grade and Step Pay Plan. 4. Approval to delete one (1) regular full –time Deputy Constable Step II position, slot no. 0005, budgeted salary $40,510.00. 5. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. 6. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioner's Court action. E. 52394 Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200): 1. Approval, discussion and consideration to create one (1) regular full-time position as follows effective 12/1/2015: Dept/ Program Slot# Position Title Budgeted Salary 122-006 0098 Mechanic III $40,000.00 2. Approval of Intradepartmental transfer. 3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court action.
Health & Human Services Department: A. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures B. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Fire Marshal's Office: A. 52405 Discussion and approval of the following 2016 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement(s) with: 1.) City of Alamo 2.) City of Alton 3.) City of Donna 4.) City of Edcouch 5.) City of Edinburg 6.) City of Elsa 7.) City of Hidalgo 8.) City of La Joya 9.) City of La Villa 10.) City of Linn-San Manuel 11.) City of McAllen 12.) City of Mercedes 13.) City of Mission 14.) City of Monte Alto 15.) City of Palmview 16.) City of Pharr 17.) City of San Juan 18.) City of Sullivan 19.) City of Weslaco
Urban County: A. 52388 Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Progreso is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with GNH Company, LLC for a Street Improvements project in the amount of $505,173.50. Utilizing UCP – City of Progreso Street Improvement funds FYs’ 26, 27 & 28 (2013, 2014 & 2015). B. 52426 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for construction material testing services. 2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) construction material testing firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 26, 27 & 28 (2013, 2014 & 2015) City of Progreso – Street Improvements funds. Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked Raba Kistner Consultants 94% Terracon 88.33% Millennium Engineers Group 87.33% 3. Authority to negotiate a construction material testing service contract with the highest ranked firm ________________________________________ for a Urban County Program Years 26, 27 & 28 (2013, 2014 & 2015) City of Progreso – Street Improvements project. C. 52427 Urban County Program on behalf of Precinct No.4 is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with OG Construction (lowest bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements) for the Texas General Land Office Round 2.2(GLO Contract No. 12-589-000-6887) in the amount of $1,621,209.00. The project consists of flood and drainage improvements within Precinct No. 4, Hidalgo County, Texas D. 52422 Requesting authorization to amend the Subrecipient agreement with the Boys & Girls Club of Mission Inc., under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for PY 2015. E. 52295 Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Mercedes is requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment (hoses) for the Mercedes Fire Department. Purchase will be made from Casco Industries, Inc. (contract # 432-13) an approved vendor through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with Buyboard. The total amount of purchase is $10,485.00 (quote attached) funded thru UCP FY 28 (2015) Mercedes – Fire Station/Equipment line item and city funds.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Elections updates
Head Start Program: A. 52255 Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District B. 52254 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Instructional Materials, Classroom/Teaching Supplies (Contract #487-15) Through the Hidalgo Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Texas Association Of School Boards (TASB) Buyboard’s Multiple Awarded Vendors for the Term of the TASB Contract Expiring on 10.31.18 1. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. 2. Discount School Supply 3. Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc. 4. Hatch, Inc. 5. Kaplan Early Learning Materials 6. Lakeshore Learning Materials 7. National Educational Systems, Inc. 8. Positive Promotions 9. School Specialty, Inc. C. 52253 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Tires, Tubes, and Automotive Parts, Supplies and Equipment (Contract #470-14) Through the Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Buyboard’s Multiple Awarded Vendors for the Term of the TASB Contract Expiring on 11.30.17 1. Bill Bunton Auto Supply and Machine, Inc. 2. Burton Companies 3. Goodyear Commercial Tire & Service Center 4. Napa Auto Parts (McAllen) 5. O’Reilly Auto Parts D. 52251 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Office Supplies & Equipment (Contract #496-15)through the Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Buyboard’s Multiple Awarded Vendors for the Term of the TASB Contract Expiring on 10.31.18 1. Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc. 2. Gulf Coast Paper Company 3. School Specialty, Inc. 4. Staples Contract and Commercial, Inc. E. 52250 Discussion/Approval to Revise the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Area Distribution 2015-2016
Planning Department: A. 52320 1. Preliminary Approval a. Huisache Acres No. 12 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Rick D. Harbison) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road & Canton Road) b. Jardin Del Sur Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Darrell Williams) (Minnesota Road & Val Verde [FM 1423] Road) 2. Final Approval a. San Joaquin Ph. 3 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road& Minnesota Road) 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. California Apartments Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Francisco J. Alanis) (Mile 5 North Road & Minnesota Road)
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 52362 Pct 3-Veterans Blvd SH495 (1200): 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the City of Palmview for the road improvements to Veterans Blvd (SH495). 2. Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Veterans Blvd (SH495) in the amount of $461,570.00.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 52384 Pct# 4 - Emergency SRV Linn SM (1100): Approval of interfund transfer from Pct. 4 Rd. Maint (1200) to Emergency SRV Linn (1100) in the amount of $17,084.58.
Budget & Management: A. 52445 Discussion, consideration and approval of TCDRS plan provisions for Plan Year 2016. B. 52444 1. Discussion, consideration, and authorization to apply for the FY2016-2017 Regional Solid Waste Grant. 2. Approval of a Resolution in support of the Regional Solid Waste Grant. C. Interfund transfers: 1. 52433 Various TXDOT Pct. 4 Projects (1315): Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from CO2015A-Pct 4 (1347) to TxDOT-Pct 4 (1315) in the amount of $1,202,000.00 to fund expenditures related to 10th Street(SH107-FM1925) and Ware Road(M3N-M5N) Projects. 2. 52338 Juvenile Boot Camp (1295): Approval of interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (fund 1100) to Juvenile Boot Camp Transfers In (fund 1295) in the amount of $330,000.00.
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 FOWARDED 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. Pct. 1 1. 52409 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional engineering services. B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional services for Pct No.1 Mile 4 W (10N-12N) Mile 12N (FM 1015-2W). Sames, Inc Javier Hinojosa Engineering Rio Delta Engineering Score 98 93 88 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional contract with the No. 1 ranked firm _____________________for professional architect services for Pct No. 1 Mile 4 W (10N-12N) Mile 12N (FM 1015-2W). B. Pct. 2 1. 52441 Approval to terminate the following contracts with R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation: Contract No. Approval Date: C-05-229-06-21 June 21, 2005 C-07-358-09-04 September 4, 2007 C-12-314-01-29 January 29, 2012 C-03-167-06-03 June 3, 2003 C-14-085-04-08 April 8, 2014 2. 52432 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for "Plena Vista Subdivision" for Pct 2. Total Scores Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC Quintanilla, Headley & Assoc. Evaluator 1 96 94 92 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________________ for professional engineering services for "Plena Vista Subdivision" for Pct 2. 3. 52375 A. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 (with an estimated cost of $230,275.08) as submitted by project engineer L&G Consulting Engineers for engineering services for Pct 2 Nolana Loop Project located within Hidalgo County Precinct 2 through Contract No. C-15-097-03-17. B. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering, (Article 12) C-15-097-03-17, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of AmaTerra Environmental, Inc. for the Nolana Loop Project. 4. 52371 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 9 with R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, Contract C-07-358-09-04 resulting in an estimated cost increase of $15,664.00 for services under Work Authorization No. 12 for the Pct 2 South Fork Drainage Project. C. Pct. 3 1. 52359 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with geo-technical and construction material testing services required for Precinct No. 3 Projects (on an as needed basis). TOTAL SCORES L&G Engineering Millennium Engineers Group Earthco, LLC Evaluator 1 99 92 75 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement with No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________for geo-technical and construction material testing services (on call as needed basis) Pct. 3. 2. 52406 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for "South Detention Basin" for Pct 3. Total Scores Sames, Inc. LeFevre Engineering L&G Engineering Evaluator 1 91 87 99 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional service agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________ for professional engineering services for "South Detention Basin," for Pct. 3. 3. 52358 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for "FM 676 Project" for Pct 3. Total Scores L&G Engineering B2Z Engineering South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC Evaluator 1 99 91 94 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional service agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________ for professional engineering services for "FM 676 Projects," for Pct. 3. D. IT Department: 1. 52326 Mr. Renan Ramirez, CIO, HC-IT Dept., is requesting exemption from HCCC approved Orders for both Major and Minor Purchase Deadlines [as attached herein] so as to permit the processing of requisitions [as attached herein with all supporting documentation] with vendor assurances in writing of delivery prior to 12-31-15. E. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 52418 Approval for Co. Judge to execute Service Agreement requested by Health and Human Services through Mike Escaname, for CC to approve/replace (8-Cubic Yard) trash bin/container with Lid Locks to current account with the City of McAllen, for the Health and Human Service Clinic located at 300 E. Hackberry St., McAllen, Texas 78501. F. Budget & Management 1. 52190 Approval for HC to exercise the second (2nd) (of two (2) possible) one (1) year extensions as provided in RFP No. 2013-155-11-20-YSI Excess Workers Compensation Insurance with acceptance and approval of Premiums & Fee Schedule as submitted by and through Montalvo Insurance Agency as 2016 Coverage in the total amount of $194,640.00 effective January 01, 2016 through January 01, 2017 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment(s)/check(s) after review, audit and processing procedures completed by County Auditor with the authority for Valde Guerra, HCCC’s Executive Officer to sign any applicable documentation. G. Colonia Access Program Pct. 1 1. 52327 Presentation for discussion, consideration, and action on a recommendation by project engineer Hidalgo County Planning Department, to award to lowest bidder meeting all specifications: 2GS, LLC in the amount of $197,079.50 for Bid No. CAP-15-332-10-14-YSS “Road Construction for Tijerina Subdivision”. H. Sheriff's Office 1. 52395 Acceptance and approval of "Certificate of Substantial Completion" from contractor, Central Air and Heating Service, Inc., reflecting the date of November 10, 2015 for the “Adult Detention Center and Law Enforcement Facility Roof &/or Air Condition Repairs &/or Replacement” as submitted and certified by project engineer, Chanin Engineering.
Planning Department: A. 52320 1. Preliminary Approval a. Huisache Acres No. 12 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Rick D. Harbison) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road & Canton Road) b. Jardin Del Sur Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Darrell Williams) (Minnesota Road & Val Verde [FM 1423] Road) 2. Final Approval a. San Joaquin Ph. 3 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road& Minnesota Road) 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. California Apartments Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Francisco J. Alanis) (Mile 5 North Road & Minnesota Road)
25. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation F. 52331 Claim of Patricia Sanchez G. 52334 Claim of Verizon H. 52364 Claim of Debbie Casares I. 52348 Civil Action No. 7:14-CV-00201; Nita L. Labude, ind. and as personal rep. of the Estate of Paul William Labude (decendant) v. County of Hidalgo, et al J. 52378 Civil Action No. 7:14-CV-00438; David Carrizales and Rogelia Stabolito v. Guadalupe "Lupe" Trevino, Sheriff, et al
23. 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. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement 27. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Drainage projects, maintenance and operations 6. 2013 Bond Series A. Approval of closing documents for parcels 49 & 55 in relation to J-09 drainage improvement project. B. Request for issuance of manual check of offer to complete transaction. 7. Request approval to issue payment on the following items: 2013 Bonds - Fund: 133 Weir System Rehabilitation Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $132,317.82 from Foremost Paving, Inc. related to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-14-032-12-17 Main Floodwater Channel Weir No. 5-Slope Repair. PO#626788. 8. Request approval to issue payment on the following items: 2013 Bonds Fund: 133 Pct.4 - Rural Drainage Development Payment Application No. 2 in the amount of $233,863.20 from PEGA JPS Utilities, LLC related to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-15-010-07-22B-Pct.4 Tower Road & Mile 17 1/2 Road Area Drainage Improvements. PO#627525. 9. Approval to accept appraised market value for the sale of surplus Right-Of-Way property described as 0.1263 tract of land out of lot 3, block 2, Steele and Pershing Subdivision, Hidalgo County Texas, to include the cost of appraisal services and closing costs to Robert L. Lozano & Laurie G. Lozano. 10. Discussion, consideration and approval of TCDRS plan provisions for Plan Year 2016. 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 13. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 15. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Approval of Consent Agenda
Consideration of Consent Agenda
2L. 2015 - Human Resources (1100) 2T. 2015 - Pct. 1 Tax Notes (1304) 8C. Approval of Texas Department of Agriculture Meals/Snacks Monthly Report: October 2015 10A. 1. Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Report for the Month of October 2015. 12E. Authority to exercise the one (1) year extension option as provided under current contract for "Lease of Land-[Approx. 1,280 Acre] for the Purpose of Farming" for Precinct No. 3, under the same rates, terms, and conditions with, Starr Feedyards, Ltd. C-12-218-12-28
Open Forum
County Judge's Office: A. 52365 Recognition of District Clerk Laura Hinojosa and staff on the 7th anniversary of the District Clerk’s “Blues for Bucks” workplace fundraising campaign.
District Attorney's Office: A. 52298 District Attorney's Office: Requesting approval for County Treasurer's Office to process payment for fuel reimbursement in the total amount of $31.50 for employee Dale R. Booth, Jr. after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Constables: A. 52373 Constable Pct. #1: Discussion, consideration, and approval of appointment of the Reserve Deputy Constables by Constable Celestino Avila Jr., as per Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012: Ernesto Sanchez B. 52324 Constable Pct. 1 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct 1 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase II in the total amount of $22,463.63. C. 52299 Constable Pct. 2 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct No. 2 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase II in the total amount of $52,500.00. D. 52428 Constable Pct. 2: Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint David Martinez as Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable, Martin Cantu, Constable Pct. 2 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012. E. 52438 Constable Pct. #3 – FY2015 Homeland Security Grant Program 1. Authorization and approval to apply for the FY2016 Homeland Security Grant Program through the Regional Homeland Security & Criminal Justice - Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council. 2. Authorization for the County Judge, as authorized official, to sign required documents. F. 52431 Constable Precinct No. 4: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Norberto Guerra as a Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. G. 52340 Constable Pct. 4 - Operation Stonegarden (1284): Approval to appropriate the budget for the Constable Precinct No. 4 portion of the FY2014 Operation Stonegarden Grant Phase II in the total amount of $54,500.00.
Executive Office: A. 52443 Discussion, consideration, and appointment of Hidalgo County representative to the Hidalgo County Metropolitan Planning Organization Transportation Policy Committee. B. 52321 Civil Service (1100): Approval to process payment of the following invoice in accordance with Accounting Procedures Manual (Food Policy) with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date PO# Amount Purpose/Event Subway #6216 10/22/15 724265 $ 52.50 Civil Service Commission Meeting 10/22/15 (due to 2 hr. limit non-compliance) C. 51462 Discussion, consideration, and action regarding written Resolution and ballot selection of Appraisal District Board of Directors for 2016-2017. D. 52429 Requesting approval of payment of attorney vouchers (not submitted within 3 months of disposition as per Local Rules of Administration adopted under TLGC 74.093) from attorney J. Roel Garcia in connection with legal representation of indigent defendants with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Invoice Date Disposition Date Court # Totaling 3/17/14 4/19/11 County Court #1 $ 300.00 3/20/14 10/14/10 County Court #2 $ 250.00 3/2/11 & 6/21/11 3/17/14 County Court #4 $ 550.00 Various (3 invoices) 3/14/14 County Court #5 $ 700.00 Various (6 invoices) 3/21/14 & 3/24/14 County Court #6 $1,450.00 GRAND TOTAL FOR 13 INVOICES $3,250.00 E. 52341 Discussion and possible action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign certification of Tabulation of Utility Adjustments (SUP) for FM 681 ROW CSJ: 0669-01-051/0862-01-046
22. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071, 551.072 & 551.087 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition
Open Session: C. 52412 Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Hub D. 52417 Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Palms E. 52435 Deliberation regarding the following: Economic Development Negotiations pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Section 551.087: Project Blue Bird
Public Defenders Office: A. 52447 Discussion and approval of letter to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission in support of Hidalgo County's participation in the Regional Public Defender Office for Capital Cases.
Human Resources: A. 52400 Community Service Agency: 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to reclassify one (1) regular full-time position as follows: Slot# Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary 0009 IT Security Engineer $34,320.00 Information Technology Manager $49,000.00 2. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court action. B. 52237 Tax Office (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions effective, 12/1/2015: Action Slot# Dept/ Program Position Title Actual/ Proposed Budgeted Salary Delete 0074 140-001 Deputy Clerk I $27,835.00 Create 0184 140-001 Accounting Clerk I $27,835.00 3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court action. C. 52234 Sheriff's Office / Jail (1100) / Jail Commissary (2102) : 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions, effective next pay period of 12/1/2015: Action Dept/ Program Slot No. Position Title Current Salary / Allowance Proposed Position Title Proposed Salary / Allowance Net Change Add Clothing Allowance 280-001 0396 Sergeant Step I $0.00 Sergeant Step I $500.00 $500.00 Delete Clothing Allowance 280-001 0040 Sergeant Step III $500.00 Sergeant Step III $0.00 $500.00 Reclassification 280-002 0002 RN IV $60,655.00 RN V $73,135.00 $12,480.00 Salary Adjustment (Decrease) 280-002 0177 Detention Officer $38,251.00 Detention Officer $31,364.00 ($6,887.00) Salary Adjustment (Decrease) 280-002 0281 Sr. Detention Officer Step III $36,957.00 Detention Officer Step I $31,364.00 ($5,593.00) Regrade 280-015 0011 Commissary Supervisor $30,342.00 (Step 7) Commissary Supervisor $35,391.00 (Step 9) $5,049.00 3. Approval to revise the salary schedules in accordance with Commissioners' Court action. D. 52233 Constable Pct. #2 (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy – Personnel Related Amendments. 2. Approval to create one (1) regular full-time Sergeant Step I position, slot no. 0015, budgeted salary $ 47,359.00. 3. Approval to waive posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and promote employee no. 088226 to the Sergeant Step I grade, slot no. 0015, as per the Constables' Grade and Step Pay Plan. 4. Approval to delete one (1) regular full –time Deputy Constable Step II position, slot no. 0005, budgeted salary $40,510.00. 5. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. 6. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioner's Court action. E. 52394 Pct 2 Road Maintenance (1200): 1. Approval, discussion and consideration to create one (1) regular full-time position as follows effective 12/1/2015: Dept/ Program Slot# Position Title Budgeted Salary 122-006 0098 Mechanic III $40,000.00 2. Approval of Intradepartmental transfer. 3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court action.
Health & Human Services Department: A. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures B. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Fire Marshal's Office: A. 52405 Discussion and approval of the following 2016 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement(s) with: 1.) City of Alamo 2.) City of Alton 3.) City of Donna 4.) City of Edcouch 5.) City of Edinburg 6.) City of Elsa 7.) City of Hidalgo 8.) City of La Joya 9.) City of La Villa 10.) City of Linn-San Manuel 11.) City of McAllen 12.) City of Mercedes 13.) City of Mission 14.) City of Monte Alto 15.) City of Palmview 16.) City of Pharr 17.) City of San Juan 18.) City of Sullivan 19.) City of Weslaco
Urban County: A. 52388 Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Progreso is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with GNH Company, LLC for a Street Improvements project in the amount of $505,173.50. Utilizing UCP – City of Progreso Street Improvement funds FYs’ 26, 27 & 28 (2013, 2014 & 2015). B. 52426 1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for construction material testing services. 2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purpose of ranking by Commissioner’s Court of at least three (3) construction material testing firms from the county’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by the City of Progreso, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program Years 26, 27 & 28 (2013, 2014 & 2015) City of Progreso – Street Improvements funds. Professional Service Firm Grade Ranked Raba Kistner Consultants 94% Terracon 88.33% Millennium Engineers Group 87.33% 3. Authority to negotiate a construction material testing service contract with the highest ranked firm ________________________________________ for a Urban County Program Years 26, 27 & 28 (2013, 2014 & 2015) City of Progreso – Street Improvements project. C. 52427 Urban County Program on behalf of Precinct No.4 is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with OG Construction (lowest bidder meeting all specifications and/or requirements) for the Texas General Land Office Round 2.2(GLO Contract No. 12-589-000-6887) in the amount of $1,621,209.00. The project consists of flood and drainage improvements within Precinct No. 4, Hidalgo County, Texas D. 52422 Requesting authorization to amend the Subrecipient agreement with the Boys & Girls Club of Mission Inc., under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for PY 2015. E. 52295 Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Mercedes is requesting authority to purchase fire station equipment (hoses) for the Mercedes Fire Department. Purchase will be made from Casco Industries, Inc. (contract # 432-13) an approved vendor through Hidalgo County’s membership and participation with Buyboard. The total amount of purchase is $10,485.00 (quote attached) funded thru UCP FY 28 (2015) Mercedes – Fire Station/Equipment line item and city funds.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Elections updates
Head Start Program: A. 52255 Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District B. 52254 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Instructional Materials, Classroom/Teaching Supplies (Contract #487-15) Through the Hidalgo Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Texas Association Of School Boards (TASB) Buyboard’s Multiple Awarded Vendors for the Term of the TASB Contract Expiring on 10.31.18 1. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Inc. 2. Discount School Supply 3. Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc. 4. Hatch, Inc. 5. Kaplan Early Learning Materials 6. Lakeshore Learning Materials 7. National Educational Systems, Inc. 8. Positive Promotions 9. School Specialty, Inc. C. 52253 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Tires, Tubes, and Automotive Parts, Supplies and Equipment (Contract #470-14) Through the Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Buyboard’s Multiple Awarded Vendors for the Term of the TASB Contract Expiring on 11.30.17 1. Bill Bunton Auto Supply and Machine, Inc. 2. Burton Companies 3. Goodyear Commercial Tire & Service Center 4. Napa Auto Parts (McAllen) 5. O’Reilly Auto Parts D. 52251 Discussion/Approval on Request to Purchase Office Supplies & Equipment (Contract #496-15)through the Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with the Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Buyboard’s Multiple Awarded Vendors for the Term of the TASB Contract Expiring on 10.31.18 1. Gateway Printing & Office Supply, Inc. 2. Gulf Coast Paper Company 3. School Specialty, Inc. 4. Staples Contract and Commercial, Inc. E. 52250 Discussion/Approval to Revise the Hidalgo County Head Start Program Area Distribution 2015-2016
Planning Department: A. 52320 1. Preliminary Approval a. Huisache Acres No. 12 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Rick D. Harbison) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road & Canton Road) b. Jardin Del Sur Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Darrell Williams) (Minnesota Road & Val Verde [FM 1423] Road) 2. Final Approval a. San Joaquin Ph. 3 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road& Minnesota Road) 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. California Apartments Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Francisco J. Alanis) (Mile 5 North Road & Minnesota Road)
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 52362 Pct 3-Veterans Blvd SH495 (1200): 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the City of Palmview for the road improvements to Veterans Blvd (SH495). 2. Approval of 2015 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Veterans Blvd (SH495) in the amount of $461,570.00.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 52384 Pct# 4 - Emergency SRV Linn SM (1100): Approval of interfund transfer from Pct. 4 Rd. Maint (1200) to Emergency SRV Linn (1100) in the amount of $17,084.58.
Budget & Management: A. 52445 Discussion, consideration and approval of TCDRS plan provisions for Plan Year 2016. B. 52444 1. Discussion, consideration, and authorization to apply for the FY2016-2017 Regional Solid Waste Grant. 2. Approval of a Resolution in support of the Regional Solid Waste Grant. C. Interfund transfers: 1. 52433 Various TXDOT Pct. 4 Projects (1315): Approval of 2015 interfund transfer from CO2015A-Pct 4 (1347) to TxDOT-Pct 4 (1315) in the amount of $1,202,000.00 to fund expenditures related to 10th Street(SH107-FM1925) and Ware Road(M3N-M5N) Projects. 2. 52338 Juvenile Boot Camp (1295): Approval of interfund transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency (fund 1100) to Juvenile Boot Camp Transfers In (fund 1295) in the amount of $330,000.00.
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 FOWARDED 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. Pct. 1 1. 52409 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional engineering services. B. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of professional services for Pct No.1 Mile 4 W (10N-12N) Mile 12N (FM 1015-2W). Sames, Inc Javier Hinojosa Engineering Rio Delta Engineering Score 98 93 88 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional contract with the No. 1 ranked firm _____________________for professional architect services for Pct No. 1 Mile 4 W (10N-12N) Mile 12N (FM 1015-2W). B. Pct. 2 1. 52441 Approval to terminate the following contracts with R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation: Contract No. Approval Date: C-05-229-06-21 June 21, 2005 C-07-358-09-04 September 4, 2007 C-12-314-01-29 January 29, 2012 C-03-167-06-03 June 3, 2003 C-14-085-04-08 April 8, 2014 2. 52432 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for "Plena Vista Subdivision" for Pct 2. Total Scores Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC Quintanilla, Headley & Assoc. Evaluator 1 96 94 92 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional services agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________________ for professional engineering services for "Plena Vista Subdivision" for Pct 2. 3. 52375 A. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 4 (with an estimated cost of $230,275.08) as submitted by project engineer L&G Consulting Engineers for engineering services for Pct 2 Nolana Loop Project located within Hidalgo County Precinct 2 through Contract No. C-15-097-03-17. B. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering, (Article 12) C-15-097-03-17, a request for approval by engineer to permit the subcontracting of AmaTerra Environmental, Inc. for the Nolana Loop Project. 4. 52371 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 9 with R. Gutierrez Engineering Corporation, Contract C-07-358-09-04 resulting in an estimated cost increase of $15,664.00 for services under Work Authorization No. 12 for the Pct 2 South Fork Drainage Project. C. Pct. 3 1. 52359 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional services; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” in connection with geo-technical and construction material testing services required for Precinct No. 3 Projects (on an as needed basis). TOTAL SCORES L&G Engineering Millennium Engineers Group Earthco, LLC Evaluator 1 99 92 75 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement with No. 1 ranked firm of ___________________for geo-technical and construction material testing services (on call as needed basis) Pct. 3. 2. 52406 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for "South Detention Basin" for Pct 3. Total Scores Sames, Inc. LeFevre Engineering L&G Engineering Evaluator 1 91 87 99 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional service agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________ for professional engineering services for "South Detention Basin," for Pct. 3. 3. 52358 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) a professional service; b. Presentation of scoring grid (for the purpose of ranking by CC) of the firms graded and evaluated through the County's approved "pool" of professional engineering services for "FM 676 Project" for Pct 3. Total Scores L&G Engineering B2Z Engineering South Texas Infrastructure Group, LLC Evaluator 1 99 91 94 RANKING c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional service agreement with the No. 1 ranked firm of _______________ for professional engineering services for "FM 676 Projects," for Pct. 3. D. IT Department: 1. 52326 Mr. Renan Ramirez, CIO, HC-IT Dept., is requesting exemption from HCCC approved Orders for both Major and Minor Purchase Deadlines [as attached herein] so as to permit the processing of requisitions [as attached herein with all supporting documentation] with vendor assurances in writing of delivery prior to 12-31-15. E. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 52418 Approval for Co. Judge to execute Service Agreement requested by Health and Human Services through Mike Escaname, for CC to approve/replace (8-Cubic Yard) trash bin/container with Lid Locks to current account with the City of McAllen, for the Health and Human Service Clinic located at 300 E. Hackberry St., McAllen, Texas 78501. F. Budget & Management 1. 52190 Approval for HC to exercise the second (2nd) (of two (2) possible) one (1) year extensions as provided in RFP No. 2013-155-11-20-YSI Excess Workers Compensation Insurance with acceptance and approval of Premiums & Fee Schedule as submitted by and through Montalvo Insurance Agency as 2016 Coverage in the total amount of $194,640.00 effective January 01, 2016 through January 01, 2017 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment(s)/check(s) after review, audit and processing procedures completed by County Auditor with the authority for Valde Guerra, HCCC’s Executive Officer to sign any applicable documentation. G. Colonia Access Program Pct. 1 1. 52327 Presentation for discussion, consideration, and action on a recommendation by project engineer Hidalgo County Planning Department, to award to lowest bidder meeting all specifications: 2GS, LLC in the amount of $197,079.50 for Bid No. CAP-15-332-10-14-YSS “Road Construction for Tijerina Subdivision”. H. Sheriff's Office 1. 52395 Acceptance and approval of "Certificate of Substantial Completion" from contractor, Central Air and Heating Service, Inc., reflecting the date of November 10, 2015 for the “Adult Detention Center and Law Enforcement Facility Roof &/or Air Condition Repairs &/or Replacement” as submitted and certified by project engineer, Chanin Engineering.
Planning Department: A. 52320 1. Preliminary Approval a. Huisache Acres No. 12 Subdivision – Pct. 4 (Rick D. Harbison) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road & Canton Road) b. Jardin Del Sur Subdivision – Pct. 1 (Darrell Williams) (Minnesota Road & Val Verde [FM 1423] Road) 2. Final Approval a. San Joaquin Ph. 3 Subdivision - Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch) (Val Verde [FM 1423] Road& Minnesota Road) 3. Final Approval with Financial Guarantee a. California Apartments Subdivision – Pct. 3 (Francisco J. Alanis) (Mile 5 North Road & Minnesota Road)
25. Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed
Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation F. 52331 Claim of Patricia Sanchez G. 52334 Claim of Verizon H. 52364 Claim of Debbie Casares I. 52348 Civil Action No. 7:14-CV-00201; Nita L. Labude, ind. and as personal rep. of the Estate of Paul William Labude (decendant) v. County of Hidalgo, et al J. 52378 Civil Action No. 7:14-CV-00438; David Carrizales and Rogelia Stabolito v. Guadalupe "Lupe" Trevino, Sheriff, et al
23. 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. Requesting engagement with the firm of _________________________ for the "Provision of Legal Services/Representation in connection with Litigation" and authority to submit letter of engagement 27. Adjourn