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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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County Judge's Office: |
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57766
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Resolution in Honor of Precinct 1 Commissioner A.C. Cuellar, Jr. |
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B. |
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57762
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Discussion and approval the Economic Development Incentives Program Guidelines and Criteria under the provisions of Section 381.004. |
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C. |
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57763
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Discussion and approval of the service agreement between Hidalgo County and VIDA in the amount of $187,000.00. |
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57769
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1. Discussion and approval of Letter of Support for the City of Edinburg Transportation Alternatives Program Grant Application for the Jackson Road Hike & Bike Project Phase II.
2. Discussion and approval of Letter of Support for the City of Edinburg Transportation Alternatives Program Grant Application for the Cano Walking Trail Lighting Project. |
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E. |
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57764
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Discussion and approval of Tax Abatement Agreement between Hidalgo County and Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC and approve order on same. |
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County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: |
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A. |
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57547
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Recognition and Certification of Precinct No. 1, Commissioner A.C. Cuellar by the Hidalgo County Clerk Official Record Keeper Arturo Guajardo, Jr. for having attended all 121 Regular Commissioners Court meetings since his election in 2013. |
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B. |
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57715
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Requesting approval of 2017 Official Bond and Oath for Elected Officials:
1. Marcos Luis Ochoa, Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, Pl. 2
2. Lazaro "Larry" Gallardo, Constable Pct. #3
3. Jose Eduardo Guerra, County Sheriff
4. Luis J. Garza, J.P. Pct. 3, Pl. 1 |
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Constables: |
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57666
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Constable Pct 3:
Discussion, consideration and approval to appoint Kimberly Jean Echavarria as Deputy Constable by Constable Lazaro Gallardo, Jr., Constable Pct. 3, in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. |
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B. |
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57730
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Constable Precinct 4:
Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Hector Hugo Garcia as Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.011. |
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Sheriff's Office: |
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57689
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Sheriff's Office (1228)/(1100):
Approval to pay overtime and related fringes incurred by the Sheriff's Office not reimbursable under the STEP IDM Grant. Overtime and related fringes will be paid from Sheriff Federal Sharing-US Treasury (Fund 1228-Funding was approved on 10/13/16 (AI#56825). |
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B. |
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57690
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Requesting approval to rescind action taken on the following items:
1. AI#56392 (9/20/16) Authorization to accept the NIBRS Grant (Grant No. 3201101)
2. AI#56546 (9/27/16) Authorization and approval of Certification of Revenues (COR) and authorization to appropriate funds for NIBRS Grant. |
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C. |
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57633
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Requesting approval for County Treasurer to process payment for fuel reimbursement in the amount of $21.79 to Sergeant Ricardo Ramirez after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Sergeant Ramirez paid for fuel expense with personal credit card due to Fuel Card not working properly. |
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D. |
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57647
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Sheriff's Office (1284):
Authorization and approval to de-obligate the amount of $610.03 in the OCDETF Account.
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57720
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Jail Commissary (2102):
1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor.
2. Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds into the Jail Commissary account in the amount of $25,000.00. |
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Executive Office: |
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Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following:
1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects
2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting |
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B. |
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57546
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Update on progress of Electronic Library Implementation |
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C. |
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57767
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Resolution in Recognition of the La Joya ISD School Board |
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57632
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Pursuant to Article §81.005(a) (Terms of the Court Meeting) of the Texas Local Government Code, consideration and entering of an Order into the minutes the designation of the day of the week and week of the month of Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court Regular Term Meeting Tex. Loc Gov. Code ORDER OF THE COURT:
HIDALGO COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' COURT
Week of the Month: 4th week
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Time of the Day: 9:30 a.m. for the calendar year of 2017
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57663
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Approval to accept two money orders from Elena Salinas in the amount of $1,000.00 & $59.77 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Sheriff Office) |
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57731
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Public Defense:
Requesting approval of payment of four (4) attorney vouchers totaling $1,250.00 (not submitted within 3 months of disposition as per Local Rules of Administration adopted under TLGC 74.093) from attorney Jaime Aleman 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 (as attached and as listed on background)
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57682
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Approval of Revised Holiday Schedule for 2017 to correct/clarify New Years Eve Holiday should be December 29, 2017 (Friday) instead of January 1, 2018 (Monday) |
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Human Resources: |
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56657
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Sheriff's Office:
Discussion, consideration, and action, in accordance with the Hidalgo County Civil Service Commission rules, for the following employee #141275 to be paid out for accrued compensatory time, and holiday leave time and employee #031356 to be paid out for accrued compensatory time and annual leave time. |
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57327
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Constable Pct. #4 (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy – Personnel - Related Amendments.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 12/26/2016 and Calendar Year 2017 :
| Action |
Dept. /
Program |
Slot# |
Position Title |
Current
Budgeted
Salary |
Proposed
Budgeted
Salary |
Budgeted Salary
Adjustment (Reduce)
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294-001 |
0003 |
Deputy Constable Step II |
$51,834.00 |
$45,691.00 |
Budgeted Salary
Adjustment/ (Reduce) |
294-001 |
0019 |
Senior Deputy Constable
Step I |
$59,795.00 |
$49,822.00 |
| Create |
294-001 |
0024 |
Sergeant Step I |
$0.00 |
$59,795.00 |
3. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and promote employee # 171395 to the Sergeant Step I, Slot# 0024 position.
4. Approval to delete one (1) regular full-time Deputy Constable position, Slot No. 0011, budgeted salary $44,577.00 effective upon Commissioners' Court approval and Calendar Year 2017.
5. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioner's Court action.
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57668
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DA Investigation HB65 (1223):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create one full-time position as follows, effective next full pay period of 12/26/2016 and Calendar Year 2017:
| Dept/Program |
Slot No. |
Proposed
Position Title |
Proposed
Budgeted Salary |
| 080-007 |
0181 |
Advocate I |
$33,990.00 |
2. Approval of appropriation of funds.
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance to Commissioners' Court action. |
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57694
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Elections Department (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create the following temporary full-time positions, not to exceed six (6) months, effective 01/01/2017 through 06/30/2017:
Dept/
Program |
Slot# |
Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted
Salary / Hourly Rate |
| 130-001 |
T184 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T185 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T186 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T187 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T188 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T189 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T190 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T191 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T192 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
| 130-001 |
T193 |
Elections Clerk (Temp) |
$12,480.00/yr - $12.00/hr |
3. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
4. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action. |
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57714
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Sheriff's Office (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create the following temporary full-time positions, not to exceed twelve (12) months, effective 01/01/2017 through 12/31/2017:
Dept/
Program |
Slot# |
Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted
Salary/Hourly Rate |
| 280-002 |
T430 |
Detention Officer Step I |
$32,305.00/yr - $15.53/hr |
| 280-002 |
T431 |
Detention Officer Step I |
$32,305.00/yr - $15.53/hr |
| 280-002 |
T432 |
Detention Officer Step I |
$32,305.00/yr - $15.53/hr |
| 280-002 |
T433 |
Detention Officer Step I |
$32,305.00/yr - $15.53/hr |
| 280-002 |
T434 |
Detention Officer Step I |
$32,305.00/yr - $15.53/hr |
| 280-002 |
T435 |
Detention Officer Step I |
$32,305.00/yr - $15.53/hr |
2. Approval to utilize current HRMS Detention Officer applicant pool to select qualified applicants to fill the Detention Officer Step I (Temporary) positions.
3. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action. |
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57725
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CCL#8 (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create one (1) Regular Full Time Clerk I position, Slot 0008 at $24,960.00 proposed budgeted salary, effective upon Commissioners' court approval and Calendar Year 2017.
3. Approval to waive posting and hiring procedures and assign employee #212300 to Slot No. 0008, Clerk I position effective, January 01, 2017.
4. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action. |
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57727
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Human Services (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments.
2. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period 12/26/2016 and Calendar Year 2017:
| Action |
Dept/
Program |
Slot# |
Position Title |
Current
Budgeted Salary |
Proposed
Budgeted Salary |
Delete /
Remove Longevity |
240-001
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0027
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Eligibility Specialist I
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$24,810.00 |
$0.00 |
| $420.00 |
$0.00 |
| Delete |
240-001 |
0032 |
Eligibility Specialist I |
$24,810.00 |
$0.00 |
| Create |
240-001 |
0039 |
Eligibility Specialist II |
$0.00 |
$28,940.00 |
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners' Court action. |
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57583
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Pct. 2 Road Maintenance (1200)/Facilities Management (1100):
1. Discussion, consideration and approval to create one full-time position as follows, effective upon Commissioners' Court approval and Calendar Year 2017:
| Dept/Program |
Slot No. |
Proposed
Position Title |
Proposed
Budgeted Salary |
| 122-006 |
0099 |
Custodian II |
$24,960.00 |
2. Approval to waive the posting, hiring and enrollment procedures and transfer employee #173193 from Custodian II position (220-001-0046) to Custodian II position (122-006-0099); pursuant to Section 3.16 of the Civil Service Commission Rules.
3. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedules in accordance to Commissioners' Court action.
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57743
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206TH DC (1100):
1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments.
2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 12/26/16 and Calendar Year 2017:
| Action |
Department |
Slot# |
Position Title |
Current
Budgeted
Salary/
Allowance |
Proposed
Budgeted
Salary/
Allowance |
Interpreter Pay
(remove) |
004-001 |
0003 |
Assistant Court Coordinator |
$4,500.00 |
0.00 |
Salary Adjustment/
Increase |
004-001
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0004 |
Bailiff |
$45,169.00 |
$50,169.00 |
Interpreter Pay
(add) |
$0.00 |
$6,000.00 |
3. Approval of transfer.
4. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
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HIDTA - Task Force: |
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57735
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HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture (1251)/HIDTA TASK FORCE (1291)/HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture (1252)/HIDTA US Justice (1254):
1. Approval of 2017 HIDTA Chapter 59 Asset Forfeiture Budget (1251).
2. Approval of personnel actions as listed on exhibit "A", effective 01/01/2017.
3. Approval of revised salary schedules.
4. Approval of 2017 HIDTA US Treasury Asset Forfeiture Funds Budget (1252).
5. Approval of 2017 HIDTA US Justice Asset Forfeiture Funds Budget.
6. Authorization and approval for the Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task agents to be paid instead of banking extra-duty hours from January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017 |
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Health & Human Services Department: |
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Health Care Funding District: |
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Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures |
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Indigent Health Care Program: |
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Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures |
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57570
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Consideration and approval of Contract for Participation for Out Stationed Eligibility Specialists in the Health Care Facilities at:
A. Doctor's Hospital at Renaissance
B. Knapp Medical Center
C. Mission Hospital, Inc.
D. Rio Grande Regional Hospital
E. McAllen Hospitals, LP (aka McAllen Medical and Edinburg Regional Medical Center) |
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57596
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A. Discussion, consideration and approval to draw down funds for Demonstration Year 5 Round 2 DSRIP Payments in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions from the Local Provider Participation Fund (LPPF) with a settlement date of 12/19/16.
B. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instruction.
C. Approval of 2016 Appropriation of funds from the LPPF in the amount to be determined by HHSC instructions. |
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Fire Marshal's Office: |
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57758
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Requesting approval of Amendment to the following 2016 Rural Emergency Services Interlocal Agreement(s) with:
1. City of Weslaco
2. City of Mercedes |
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Adult Probation: |
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57531
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Adult Probation DWI Court (1289):
1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $2,918.00.
2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $2,918.00 |
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Urban County: |
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57747
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Request approval for the Second Amendment to the 2014 HOME Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Program agreement between Hidalgo County Urban County Program and Proyecto Azteca and approval of the addendum (Right of Exercise) with Proyecto Azteca. |
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57750
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Requesting approval for the First Amendment to the 2015 HOME Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Program agreement between Hidalgo County Urban County Program and Proyecto Azteca and approval of the addendum (Right of Exercise) with Proyecto Azteca. |
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57681
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1. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a) (4) for Professional Services;
2. Presentation of the scoring grid for the purposes of ranking by Commissioners’ Court of at least three (3) Geo-Technical and Construction Material Testing firms from the County’s approved “pool” as graded and evaluated by Precinct No. 1, Urban County Program, and Hidalgo County Purchasing Department, in connection with and funded through Hidalgo County Urban County Program GLO Contract No. 12-406-000-6453 DRS210068/DRS220068 Delta Area Connector East Lateral Project Phase I/Phase III.
| Engineering Services |
Grade |
Ranked |
| Professional Service Industries, Inc. |
91 |
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| Raba Kistner Consultants |
99 |
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| Terracon |
90 |
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3. Authority to negotiate a professional engineering service contract with the No. 1 ranked firm of ______________________ for the provision of Geo-Technical and Construction Material Testing Services for the Delta Area Connector East Lateral Project Phase I/Phase III. |
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57674
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The Urban County Program is requesting approval of a program amendment for the City of Palmview. The proposed amendment is for the Fiscal Year 25 (2012) Work Plan. |
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57685
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Requesting authority to purchase kiddie cushion (mulch) through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, KBW Supply (contract # 44-14), in the amount of $3,682.56 for Las Flores del Valle and Goza Parks located in Mercedes (FY 2016). Approval subject to HB 1295 compliance. |
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57667
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"Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance." Requesting authority to purchase playground equipment through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. (contract # 512-16), in the amount of $19,434.60 for the Goza Park located in Mercedes (FY 2016). |
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57665
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"Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance." Requesting authority to purchase playground equipment through the County's Membership/Participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Park Place Recreation Designs, Inc. (contract # 512-16), in the amount of $1,750.00 for the Saladino Park located in Mercedes (FY 2015). |
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Elections Administration: |
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57636
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Discussion, consideration and action, but not limited to Election Updates. |
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57493
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1. Approval of 2016 certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor for 2015 HAVA Program Income
2. Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds for HAVA Program Income Title 1 (1283) in the amount of $5,819.49.
3. Approval of 2016 appropriation of funds for HAVA Program Income Title 2 (1283) in the amount of $14,168.85. |
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Head Start Program: |
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57655
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Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval to Enter Into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County Head Start Program and Texas A&M University Health Science Center
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57651
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Discussion/Approval for Hidalgo County Head Start Program to Exercise Option to Extend for an Additional One and/or Two Years Term on the Interlocal Agreements for Facilities (under same terms and conditions) with the Following Entities:
| Entity |
Term |
Head Start Center |
| City of Weslaco |
1 Year |
Weslaco I |
| McAllen Independent School District |
2 Years |
Austin One (A-1) |
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57652
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Discussion/Approval on Request to Enter Into a Sixty (60) Month Lease Agreement for One (1) Postage Meter through the Hidalgo County’s Membership/Participation with Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Buyboard Awarded Vendor Pitney Bowes (Contract #496-15)
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57653
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Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval of a One Year Interlocal Agreement for the Lease of a Facility (McAllen V Head Start Center) Between the McAllen Housing Authority and Hidalgo County Head Start Program
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57654
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Presentation for Discussion, Consideration and Approval of a Two Year Interlocal Agreement for the Lease of Two Facilities (Edcouch Head Start Center and Edcouch Central Kitchen) between the Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District and Hidalgo County Head Start Program
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Planning Department: |
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57699
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1. Final Approval
a. Los Vientos Estates Ph.3 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Kathryn Irene East) (Brushline Road & Mile 22 ½ North Road)
No. of Lots: 9 Single Family
Flood Zone: X (Shaded)
Drainage: Yes, by reconstructing Mile 22 ½ North Road side ditch.
ETJ: No, Rural Area
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Will be providing a 1/3 escrow for the paving of Mile 22 ½ North Road.
b. San Martin No. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Tillmin Welch, President) (Canton Road & Val Verde Road)
No. of Lots: 38 Single Family
Flood Zone: C (Shaded)
Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System & Drainage Ditch widening.
ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Donna
Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply
Sewer: Yes, OSSF
Paved: Yes, Canton Road and 3 internal streets. |
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Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: |
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57768
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Resolution recognizing the Winners of the San Juan Community Lion's Club Pageant |
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Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: |
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57693
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1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioner's Court on December 6, 2016 AI-57592, regarding Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo and City of Palmview.
2. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between the County of Hidalgo and City of Palmview, Texas concerning certain improvements to Veteran's Boulevard (SH 495).
3. In accordance with Section 791.014, of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of a proposed project regarding certain Phase II road improvements to Veterans Boulevard (SH 495) from Abram Road East to La Homa Road, a section which is within the City limits of City through an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement to be entered into with the City of Palmview, Texas and Hidalgo County. |
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Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: |
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A. |
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57776
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1. Requesting approval to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on 10-13-16 AI #56846 regarding approval of First Amendment to ICA with ECISD
2. Approval of First Amendment to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between Hidalgo County and the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District (ECISD) (Brewster Park) |
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Budget & Management: |
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57765
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Discussion, consideration and approval of the following Aetna Life Insurance Company forms, agreements and applications, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documents.
1. Escheatment Customer Election
2. NYHCRA Forms
3. Claim Fiduciary Agreement
4. Stop Loss Application
5. Plan Sponsor Letter of Agreement |
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B. |
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57757
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Discussion, consideration and authorization for the Treasurer's Office to issue wire transfer payments to Aetna to cover medical claims in the absence of weekly Commissioner's Court meetings. Wire transfer and related paperwork to be brought to Commissioner's Court for ratification on the next available Commissioner's Court meeting. |
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C. |
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57778
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1. Approval to designate the amount of $1,094,782.70 in the year 2016 for expenditures related to the 1115 Waiver Program.
2. Approval to designate the amount of $3,959,639.47 in the year 2016 for expenditures related to the New Courthouse. |
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D. |
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57388
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Salary Schedule - Various Departments:
1. Approval of redistribution of longevity pay adopted during the budget process as listed in Exhibit A.
2. Approval of transfer(s).
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court Action. |
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57637
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Salary Schedule - Various Departments:
1. Approval to correct salary schedule discrepancies adopted during the budget process as listed in Exhibit A, effective 01/01/17.
2. Approval of transfer(s).
3. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action. |
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F. |
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57640
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1. Approval and acceptance of Order dated November 30, 2016 setting salary of Court Reporters for 2017.
2. Approval of salary schedule changes, as per Exhibit A, in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
3. Approval and acceptance of Order dated November 30, 2016 setting salary of County Auditor, Assistant Auditors, and Budget of the County Auditor for 2017.
4. Approval of salary schedule changes, as per Exhibit B, in accordance with Commissioners Court action. |
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G. |
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57641
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Discussion, consideration and approval of all personnel actions approved after September 27, 2016 (2017 Budget Adoption date) and listed below, to be effective 01/01/2017:
1. Sheriff's Office (1100) / Jail Commissary (2102): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/25/16, 11/15/16 & 12/06/16 (refer to agenda item no. 57000, 57113 & 57501):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Approved Position Title |
Approved Salary/Allowance |
Proposed Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
| Create |
280-015 |
0017 |
- |
- |
Detention Officer Step I |
$32,305.00 |
| Delete |
280-015 |
0008 |
Clerk III |
$26,958.00 |
- |
$0.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance |
280-001 |
0084 |
Deputy Sheriff Step I |
$0.00 |
Deputy Sheriff Step I |
$500.00 |
| Add Clothing Allowance |
280-001 |
0086 |
Deputy Sheriff Step I |
$0.00 |
Deputy Sheriff Step I |
$500.00 |
| Salary Schedule Change |
280-001 |
0114 |
Deputy Sheriff Step I |
$44,577.00 |
Senior Deputy Sheriff Step II |
$51,068.00 |
2. WIC (1292): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 09/27/16 (refer to agenda item no. 56405):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Position Title |
Approved Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
Total Adjustment |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-002 |
0001 |
Peer Counselor II |
$25,830.00 |
$0.00 |
($25,830.00) |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-002 |
0026 |
Community Peer Counselor |
$26,794.00 |
$0.00 |
($26,794.00) |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-002 |
0027 |
Community Peer Counselor |
$26,794.00 |
$0.00 |
($26,794.00) |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-002 |
0035 |
Peer Counselor Manager |
$0.00 |
$28,836.00 |
$28,836.00 |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-002 |
0036 |
Peer Counselor I |
$0.00 |
$21,638.00 |
$21,638.00 |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-002 |
0037 |
Peer Counselor I |
$0.00 |
$21,638.00 |
$21,638.00 |
| Create |
350-002 |
0038 |
BF Coordinator Assistant |
$0.00 |
$36,000.00 |
$36,000.00 |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-017 |
0002 |
Peer Counselor Manager |
$28,836.00 |
$0.00 |
($28,836.00) |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-017 |
0003 |
Peer Counselor I |
$21,638.00 |
$0.00 |
($21,638.00) |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-017 |
0004 |
Peer Counselor I |
$21,638.00 |
$0.00 |
(21,638.00) |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-017 |
0006 |
Peer Counselor II |
$0.00 |
$25,830.00 |
$25,830.00 |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-017 |
0007 |
Community Peer Counselor |
$0.00 |
$26,794.00 |
$26,794.00 |
| Change in Funding Source |
350-017 |
0008 |
Community Peer Counselor |
$0.00 |
$26,794.00 |
$26,794.00 |
3. Constable Pct. 4 - TTBH Security (1285) / Constable Pct. 1 - TTBH (1285): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/04/16, 11/15/16 & 12/06/16 (refer to agenda item no. 56653, 57316 & 57501):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Approved Position Title |
Approved Budgeted Salary |
Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Create |
294-019 |
0001 |
- |
- |
Deputy Constable Step I |
$44,577.00 |
| Create |
291-013-7 |
0001 |
- |
- |
Deputy Constable Step I |
$44,577.00 |
| Salary Schedule Change |
291-013-7 |
0001 |
Deputy Constable Step I |
$44,577.00 |
Deputy Constable Step II |
$45,691.00 |
4. Criminal DA (1100) / DA Investigation HB65 (1223) / DA VCLG (1281) / CJD-DVSP (1281): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/25/16 (refer to agenda item no. 56769, & 56909):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Current/Proposed Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Change In Funding Source |
080-011 |
G001 |
Victim Assistance Coordinator |
$43,260.00 |
$42,000.00 |
| 080-002 |
0126 |
$0.00 |
$1,260.00 |
| Create |
080-018 |
G003 |
Administrative Assistant I |
$0.00 |
$30,560.00 |
| Salary Adjustment (Increase) |
080-018 |
G002 |
Assistant District Attorney III (Auto Allowance) |
$65,405.00 |
$66,626.00 |
| 080-007 |
A142 |
$900.00 |
$900.00 |
5. Criminal DA (1100) / Public Defender (1100) / DWI Court Grant (1289) / Re-Entry Court Grant (1289) / Misd DWI Court Program Grant (1289) / Mental Health Court Grant (1289) / Domestic Violence Court Grant (1289): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 10/25/16 & 11/15/16 (refer to agenda item no. 56940, 56995 & 57291):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Position Title |
Current Allowance Amount |
Proposed Allowance Amount |
| Decrease Supplemental Pay |
080-002 |
0026 |
Assistant District Attorney IV |
$9,730.00 |
$9,690.00 |
| Decrease Supplemental Pay |
085-003 |
0003 |
Chief Public Defender |
$9,820.00 |
$9,770.00 |
| Decrease Supplemental Pay |
080-002 |
0013 |
Assistant District Attorney IV |
$9,800.00 |
$9,750.00 |
| Decrease Supplemental Pay |
085-003 |
0004 |
First Assistant Public Defender |
$9,850.00 |
$9,820.00 |
| Decrease Supplemental Pay |
080-002 |
0009 |
Assistant District Attorney III |
$9,750.00 |
$9,700.00 |
| Authorize Supplemental Pay |
085-003 |
0019 |
Public Defender III |
$0.00 |
$9,740.00 |
| Authorize Supplemental Pay |
085-003 |
0001 |
Public Defender IV |
$0.00 |
$11,750.00 |
| Authorize Supplemental Pay |
080-002 |
0010 |
Assistant District Attorney III |
$0.00 |
$11,720.00 |
6. Juvenile Detention (1100) / Juv Dir Supervision (1100) / IV-E Foster Care DS (1296): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 11/15/16 (refer to agenda item no. 57315):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance |
| Remove Longevity |
330-001 (Juv Detention Pre Adj.) |
7925 |
JSO/Detention Officer |
$36,366.00 |
$36,366.00 |
| $480.00 |
$0.00 |
| Create Allowance Slot (Add Longevity) |
330-031 (IV-E Foster Care DS) |
7104 |
Probation Officer |
$43,147.00 |
$43,147.00 |
| 330-001 (Juv Dir Supervision) |
7124 |
$0.00 |
$480.00 |
7. Facilities Management (1100): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 11/15/16 (refer to agenda item no. 57075):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Current Position Title |
Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Position Title |
| Title Change |
220-001 |
0017 |
Air Condition Technician Helper |
$26,794.00 |
Custodian II |
8.Pct. 4 Rd. Maintenance (1200): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 11/15/16 (refer to agenda item no. 57341):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Delete |
124-007 |
0034 |
Equipment Operator I |
$26,341.00 |
$0.00 |
| Delete |
124-007 |
0078 |
Administrative Assistant IV |
$36,312.00 |
$0.00 |
| Create |
124-007 |
0084 |
GIS Operator III |
$0.00 |
$52,937.00 |
9. HIDTA Chapter 59 (1251): Approval of the following personnel action(s) as previously approved by CC on 11/22/16 (refer to agenda item no. 57280):
| Action |
Dept./Prog. |
Slot No. |
Current Position Title |
Current Budgeted Salary |
Proposed Position Title |
Proposed Budgeted Salary |
| Reclassification |
270-011 |
0028 |
Criminal Investigator II |
$61,800.00 |
Task Force Operations Supervisor |
$70,000.00 |
10. Approval of transfers.
11. Approval to revise the salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action. |
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H. |
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57684
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TXDOT-Pct 1 Mile 2W (Mile 12-US83):
Concurrence of Change Order #5 as submitted by TXDOT for Mile 2 West Project, CSJ#0921-02-170, with authority for County Judge to sign TXDOT Form 2146-AFA. |
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I. |
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57703
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TXDOT Pct 1:
1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for Off-System Replacement Project of Charles Green (CR 342) over Irrigation Canal (CSJ: 0921-02-331) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation.
2. Approval to issue check payable to the Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $750.00 for the County's estimated share of preliminary engineering for the Off-System Replacement Project of Charles Green (CR 342), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ: 0921-02-331)
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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 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). |
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Hidalgo County |
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1. |
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57742
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Requesting approval of the final negotiated agreement #C-16-357-12-13 with Gregorio Pina, Ph.D. for the purpose of: Psychological Evaluation Services for All Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Agencies.
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2. |
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57409
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Requesting authority to advertise and approval of qualifications, requirements, and scope of services as attached hereto for: "Hidalgo County Pool of Professional Services" for the following;
A. Architectural Services RFQ-2017-005-02-01-YZV
B. Engineers Services - RFQ-2017-006-02-01-YSI
C. Eng. Serv. Geo-technical & Construction Material Testing - RFQ-2017-007-02-01-SMA
D. Construction Managements Services-RFQ-2017-008-02-01-HGO
E. Appraisal and/or Review Services-RFQ-2017-009-02-01-SGS
F. Surveying Services RFQ-2017-010-02-01-TDL
for selection on an "as needed basis" [through a grading/scoring, ranking, negotiation protocol as established by CC] per project by Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court, Precincts, all County Departments and/or applicable Programs or Agencies requiring said services effective March 16, 2017 through March 15, 2018. |
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3. |
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57507
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A. Approval of order for exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code, Chapter/Section, 262.024 (a)(4), a professional service;
B. Acceptance and approval of a negotiated engagement/agreement/contract with Dr. Norma Jean Farley, MD/forensic pathologist for the provision of autopsies & related services as drafted and developed by District Attorney's Office confirming compliance with those provisions set forth in Government Code 2254- 1) on a basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications to perform the services; and, 2) for a fair and reasonable price (fees permitted by law).
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B. |
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Pct. 1 |
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1. |
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57719
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A. Recommendation by project engineers, LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC, & TEDSI Infrastructure Group to award the Base Bid to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid meeting all specifications, subject to compliance with HB 1295 and SAM.gov , for the following FEMA projects in the amounts listed:
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PROJECT NAME |
PROJECT NO. |
AWARD RECOMMENDATION
TO VENDOR: |
AMOUNT: |
| 1 |
Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 – FEMA Road Drainage Improvements - Indian Hills Subdivision |
2016-399-12-07 |
IOC Company |
$1,280,979.70 |
| 2 |
Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 – FEMA Road Drainage Improvements - Mile 13 1/2 North Road, Mile 11 North Road, and Yvette Circle |
2016-398-12-07 |
2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprises |
$519,662.30 |
B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for the Precinct Commissioner or designee: Raul Lozano, [unless otherwise voiced/announced by Current Commissioner ] to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor".
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57645
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Pursuant to Hidalgo County's Exiting Elected Official Policy, requesting approval of the following Requisitions and PO increases for HC Commissioner Pct #1:
- Purchase Order Increases # 752757,753067, 751919
- Requisition: 310264,310267,310255,310236
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C. |
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Pct. 2 |
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1. |
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57726
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A. Requesting authority to advertise in accordance with Government Code,Title 10, SUBCHAPTER F. CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT RISK, TWO [2] STEP PROCESS for the: Design and Construction of a Multi-Use Facility to be located on the site of the current Palmer Pavilion Building [does not include the Gilmore Kitchen];
B. Approval of the CMAR procurement packet for the Design and Construction of a Multi-Use Facility to be located on the site of the current Palmer Pavilion Building [does not include the Gilmore Kitchen];
C. Requesting a declaration of "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition through demolition/destruction the Palmer Pavilion Building/Structure [41 years old/fully depreciated as supporting documentation confirms] not to include Gilmore Kitchen [through sealed quotes by Pct. 2 staff but in no event to exceed $50K].
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2. |
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57688
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A. Pursuant to Texas LGC Chapter/Section 263.151 (2)(B)(C)(CD) and 263.152 (a)(2) action to declare one (1) 2007 Terex TX970B Backhoe one (1) 2004 Terex TX760 Backhoe and one (1) JCB Model 215S Backhoe as "Surplus" [detailed & described in the Exhibit attached herein] for the purpose of disposition [of the 3 units] for use as "Trade-Ins" toward the acquisition of new units;
B. Approval to Purchase through Buyboard awarded vendor, John Deere Construction Retail Sales via Contract 515-16 - two (2) - 410L Backhoe Loader through Requisition #310098 in the amount of $176,992.00 for Pct. #2.
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3. |
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57756
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Pct. #2 requesting that the three [3] structures detailed below be declared "Surplus" for the purpose of disposition through demolition [to be procured by Pct.#2 via sealed quotes but in no way to exceed $50K] as the structures have all been fully depreciated as detailed in supporting documentation attached herein:
A. Old House located at Palmer Pavilion-Asset ID#3054;
B. Portable Building at Lopezville Park-Asset ID#3062;
C. Old Pct. #2 Mechanic Shop-Asset ID#3056;
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Pct. 3 |
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57661
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Approval to execute a lease of land agreement (remains as approved as a Sole Source by CC 12/20/11), with Jose Ramirez, Jr., for the purposes of landfill access at "Penitas Landfill"under TCEQ Permit No. MSW 1727 for the residents residing in areas outside the ETJ of Cities in Precinct No. 3.
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Pct. 4 |
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57773
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A. Acknowledgement, acceptance and concurrence from the City of Edinburg [as detailed in supporting documentation] that a portion of Ramseyer Rd. [limits between Doolittle and I-69] that falls within the city has been recently paved by Hidalgo County Precinct #4 with no cost to the City and for which no reimbursement will be sought by County;
B. Acceptance and approval to process payment for the invoices detailed herein [as part of the materials used for the paving completed and described in Caption A, above:
1. Frontera Materials, Inc. - Inv. #216-10892 - $17,540.36;
2. Pavement Markings - Inv. #4306 - $5,664.33 or $5,664.60 [amount on PO#739727];
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Health & Human Services Dept. |
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57552
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Approval of "Second Amendment" to Service Agreement C-16-089-05-10 between Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department and Ivan Melendez, M.D. for the provision of Physician Servicers-TB Clients [as permitted under the current terms of agreement] subject to compliance with HB 1295.
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County Clerk |
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57708
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Requesting approval of "CORRECTION" of agreement # to reflect [HHS Contract No. Attachment A] and NOT HHS Contract No. 2014-44214-001 on the Data Use Agreement (DUA) between the Texas Health and Human Services Enterprises and Hidalgo County commencing with County Clerk as (approved by CC on 05/10/16-AI-54486).
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Open Forum |
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Closed Session:
Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: |
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Real Estate Acquisition |
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Pending and/or potential litigation |
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C. |
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57722
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Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others |
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D. |
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57738
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Civil Action No. 7:16-cv-00184; County of Hidalgo v. Old Republic Surety Company |
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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. Requesting 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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A. |
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Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same |
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B. |
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Pending and/or potential litigation |
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C. |
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57721
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Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others |
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D. |
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57739
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Civil Action No. 7:16-cv-00184; County of Hidalgo v. Old Republic Surety Company |
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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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| 29. |
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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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| 30. |
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Adjourn |
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