1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 58991 Resolution in Honor of Ruben Maldonado for 30 years of service with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 6. 59010 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) 2017 All Hazards Conference B.) Pct. 3 Quarterly Meeting LUPE/ARISE C.) El Sauz Ranch tour with owners 7. 58444 A. Discussion and action on tax resale bids received on the properties described (please see attached list.) B. Discussion and action on Resolution for tax resale bid properties. 8. 58868 Request approval to amend closing document amount for Parcel 36E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch. The correction will include closing costs in the amount of $1,455.76 not reflected on Agenda Item 58349 approved by Board on 02-06-2017. The revised total is $82,583.76. 9. 58909 A.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with L&G Engineering, as it relates to Material Testing Services for Penitas Pump House Project. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on January 24, 2017 (AI# 58088). B.) Pursuant to the Board's approval of Professional Services Agreement with L&G Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $36,062.30 as it relates to Material Testing Services for Penitas Pump House Project. 10. 58913 2013 BOND SERIES Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 5 to On Call CMT Services Pct. #2, Pct. #3, Pct. #4 & HCDD1 Master Drainage System agreement with L&G Engineering in the amount of $5,835.22 as it relates CMT Services for Mile 17.5 & 38th St. Connector Project. 11. 58981 Requesting approval of Closing Documents for Parcel 19 as it relates to HCRMA SH 365 Project and authority for Chairman of the Board to execute 12. 58986 Requesting approval of closing documents as it relates to Parcel 18A of the J-09 Project and authority for Chairman of the Board to execute. 13. 59014 Requesting approval to bring forward the available budget balances at December 31, 2016 for the District Capital Projects from the 2008 (Fund 132) and 2013 (Fund 133) Bond Series into the 2017 Budgets. 14. 59033 Request approval of Budget Amendment in the amount of $110,080.31 in the District's General Fund to fund the carry over of purchase orders at December 31, 2016 in the District M & O department. 15. 59012 Authority to advertise and approval of plans and specifications developed by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc., for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -"Maintenance Building Electrical Upgrade" -RFB No. HCDD1-17-018-04-12, including the re-advertising of projects in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. 16. 59023 A. Requesting approval to purchase One (1) New Dynapac CA1500PD Padfoot Roller through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 membership/participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Doggett Machinery Services (Contract #515-16) in the total amount of $114,710.20 including one Push Blade as optional equipment and 3 yr/3500hrs Extended Warranty. B. Pursuant to the Board's approval to purchase the One (1) New Dynapac CA1500PD Padfoot, requesting to declare surplus with the purpose of trade in: One (1) Hypac C852B Padfoot Roller (Asset # 41902) in the amount of $14,000.00 including the removal of said assets from inventory upon completion of transaction. 17. 59047 2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.1 A. Approval of Application for Payment No.1 in the amount of $318,958.34 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-16-031B-08-09 -Mile 6 West & Mile 14 N. Area Drainage Improvement Project. Project Engineer: Jorge Gonzalez, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 PO#630331-17 18. 59048 A. Request approval to issue payment on award of special commissioners pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0359-F; Parcel No. 25-Pct.2-Fee Simple Right of Way Project. B. Approval to issue payment for three (3) Special Commissioners fees related to Cause No. CCD-0359-F as noted on Item A above. 19. 59052 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Precinct No. 1 Bond Drainage Projects". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC DBA International Consulting Engineers 91.3 Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC 94 Cortran Engineering, PLLC 89.3 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm ___________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services "Precinct No. 1 Bond Drainage Projects". 20. 59054 Pursuant to Texas Gov't Code 791.001 requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No.1 as it relates to irrigation canal adjacent to the east side of Drainage District yard. Pending final legal review. 21. 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 22. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 23. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 24. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 25. Adjourn
. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Presentation of certificate of appreciation to Virginia Townsend on behalf of the O.W.L.S.
1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate Proclamation declaring Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of March 10, 2017, which caused severe flooding to property. 2. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documentation.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. 59051 Discussion and action ratifying the transfer of Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 2, duties as local registrar to the Clerk of the County of Hidalgo, Texas.
1. 59059 Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.) 2. Auditor's Office: A. 59073 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2016 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 59050 2016 - CO2016-Pct 2 C. Chvz (Bus83-Nolana LP) (1350) 4. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 58940 2017 - Pct. 2 Adm (1200) B. 58941 2017 - CW Mech Shop (1200) C. 58942 2017 - Pct. 2 Sanitation (1100) D. 58043 2017 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) E. 59045 2017 - Co. Wide Adm (1100) F. 58997 2017 - County Court-At-Law #1 (1100) G. 59003 2017 - Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (1227) H. 59004 2017 - Scofflaw Program (1100) I. 59009 2017 - County Clerk (1100) J. 58959 2017 - J.P. Pct. 3, Pl. 1 (1100) K. 58964 2017 - 430th DC (1100) L. 58958 2017 - 370th DC (1100) M. 58955 2017-Adult Probation - Mental Health (1289) N. 58713 2017 - Pct 1 Rd Maint (1200) O. 58938 2017 - Pct 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) P. 58893 2017- Pct 3 Parks (1100) Q. 58881 2017 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) R. 58907 2017 - Pct. 4 (1200) S. 58884 2017 - Constable Pct. 4 (1100) T. 58886 2017 - Jail (1100) U. 58888 2017 - Treasurer's Office (1100) V. 58897 2017 - Adult Probation - Misdemeanor DWI Grant (1289) W. 58901 2017 - Nuisance Abatement Program (1100) X. 58908 2017 - 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100) Y. 58910 2017 - District Attorney's Office (1100) Z. 58916 2017 - IT Justice Court Tech (1242) AA. 58935 2017 - County Court at Law #6 (1100) BB. 58944 2017 - DA Civil Litigation (1100) CC. 58866 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) DD. 58939 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS-HAZARDS (1293) EE. 58965 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. TX Healthy (1293) FF. 58949 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) GG. 58432 2017 - JP Pct 2/Pl 2 (1100) HH. 58951 2017 - 449th DC (1100) II. 58948 2017 - 389th Dist. Court (1100) 5. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 59049 Pct 2 Various Rd Projects (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Various Rd Projects in the amount of $50,400.00 to fund project expenditures. B. 59046 Pct 4 Parks (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency to Pct 4 Parks in the amount of $48,090.00 to fund professional engineering services for facility improvements related to the Milo Ponce Memorial Park Project. C. 59040 1. Pct 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from New Courthouse to Pct 4 New Motor Pool and Pct 4 Sanitation in the amount of $395,000.00 to fund the Recovery and Motor Pool Improvements Project. 2. New Courthouse (1350): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from various CO2016-Pct 4 accounts to CO2016-New Courthouse in the amount of $395,000.00. D. 59038 CCL #1 (1100): Requesting approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm - Contingency to CCL #1 in the amount of $754.88. F. 58987 Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation (Prg # 001) to Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project (Prg # 118) in the amount of $45,255.08. G. 59034 PCT 3 - CO2015A (1347) Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CO2015A-Pct3 (program 107 and 114) to CO2015A-Pct 3 (program 117) in the amount of $18,336.00. H. 58931 Pct 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 4 Sanitation to Pct 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM in the amount of $1,081.00. 6. Planning Department: A. 58962 1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b) 2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2) 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 58920 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - February 2017 B. 58891 District Clerk - February 2017 Monthly Fee Report - $509,640.48 8. Executive Office: A. 58820 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: Sunset Valley Subdivision Phase IV, Donna, TX a. Proposing to bore a 12 inch casing for a 6 inch waterline, from the centerline of Victoria Road go East 300.00 feet. Will bore Stites Road from North to South. b. Proposing to bore a 12 inch casing for a 6 inch waterline, from the centerline of Victoria Road go East 1,325.00 feet. Will bore Stites Road from North to South. 2). Sharyland Water Supply Corp.: a. Road Bore Crossing: A 1" PVC waterline to be encased within a 2" casing to be located approximately 600 ft. North of the intersection of Bryan Rd. and SH 107. City of McAllen. 9. Tax Refunds: A. 58795 Account Number Payer Amount 10049.00.003.0000.00 Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC $9,475.00 10049.00.016.0000.11 Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC $5,049.66 W2760.03.000.0001.01 Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC $5,355.06 B. 58772 Account Number Payer Amount S0006.00.000.0001.00 Perez Ricardo & Lisa $2,900.00 T2910.00.000.0008.00 National Tax Search LLC $3,111.45 10. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 58945 Requesting approval of requisition #336090 for 2017 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 58947 Requesting approval of requisition #336296 for 2017 membership dues to the FBI LEEDA for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra for the amount of $50.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. 58843 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association for the following employees: Miroslava Alexis Garcia, Ana Liz De Leon-Vargas, Laura Marie Garcia and Melissa N. Lozano in the total amount of $240.00, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor for District Attorney's Office employees. 11. Budget & Management: A. 58864 Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of February 3, 2017 through February 27, 2017. B. 58859 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $49,928.50 to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/25/17 to 03/03/17. 02/25-28/17 $ 5,774.66 03/01-03/17 $44,153.84 TOTAL $49,928.50 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. 58860 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $776,164.41 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/23/17 to 03/08/17. 02/23-28/17 $313,597.62 03/01-01/17 $ 3,394.52 03/02-08/17 $459,172.27 TOTAL $776,164.41 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. 12. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 59011 Requesting authority to advertise (including the authority to re-advertise the project in the event that not bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required) and approval of procurement packet (i.e., specifications, legal notice etc.) as attached hereto for SS1 Emulsified Asphalt and Delivery Services-Hidalgo County. B. 59019 Ratification of Change Order No. 1 in connection with contract C-16-161-08-09-for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 - "La Joya Watershed Improvements - South Detention Basin Project"as recommended by project engineer - L & G Engineers, Jorge Madrigal, P.E. with a cost increase in the amount of $18,336.00 with no additional calendar/working days and subject to compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. C. 59041 Approval of payment of Invoice# 1085 in the amount of $6,038.96 as submitted by Jimenez Engineering Solutions, dba, I.C.E. for the provision of professional engineering services to Contract # C-16-257-09-13 PO# 752503. D. 59031 Acceptance and approval of invoices for the purpose of payment submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers and Halff Associates, Inc., including but not limited to the following: L & G Consulting Engineers: 1.) Invoice #17-1-000026 - $507.70 - construction material testing - Contract C-16-305-10-04 for Pct 4 San Carlos CRC Landscaping, Irrigation, & Retaining wall; 2.) Invoice #17-2-000056 - $843.66 - construction material testing - Contract C-16-305-10-04 for Pct 4 San Carlos CRC Landscaping, Irrigation, & Retaining wall. 3.) Invoice #17-2-000049 - $2,052.48 - construction material testing - Contract C-15-301-09-15 for Pct 4 San Carlos (CRC) & Sunflower Park Concrete Walking Trail; 4.) Invoice #17-1-000021 - $2,812.06 - construction material testing - Contract C-15-301-09-15, for Pct 4 San Carlos (CRC) & Sunflower Park Concrete Walking Trail; Halff & Associates 5.) Invoice #M222393 - $17,443.60 - professional engineering services- Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings - Contract C-16-188-05-10, for Pct 4 "Sanitation Collection Facility and "M" Road Building". E. 58863 Pct 2: Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20006 in the amount of $323.14 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#2), for Pct 2 Community Resource Center (CRC) Youth Facility Project. F. 57929 Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #20162929 in the amount of $135,664.15 submitted for professional engineering services by TEDSI Infrastructure Group, contract C-12-119-07-31 (WA# 3) for the Pct. 2 Dicker Road Project. G. 59032 Acceptance and approval of the invoices listed below for processing and payment as submitted by HALFF ASSOCIATES,INC., in connection to PROJECT:"Mechanical and Electrical Design Services for Space Pressure Control" for the County Autopsy Facility: Invoice: Amount: M222390 $ 6,678.00 M220874 $ 1,092.00 M219529 $ 5,128.27 M217811 $ 331.73 H. 58963 1. Acceptance and approval to utilize and purchase through the Department Of Information Resources (DIR) Contract #DIR-SDD-2020 awarded vendor, Synnex Corporation's, authorized reseller, Richline Technical Services, LLC. 2. Acceptance and approval of proposal in the amount of $56,995.00 submitted by Richline Technical Services, LLC, for the products and support of Hidalgo County's new video conferencing equipment as described in supporting itemized proposed documentation. I. 58993 Approval of payment of Invoice #619214-0217 in the amount of $1,825.50 as submitted by project engineer, Millennium Engineers Group Inc. for construction material testing / geo technical services provided under Contract C-16-173-07-06 , for Pct 4 "Alberta Drain" Project. J. 58957 Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension as provided in the current agreements for the purposes of Bulk Gasoline-On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Misc. Products for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with, Arguindegui Management Company, effective, 06/29/17, and expires, 08/27/17 or (upon completion of the procurement process which ever comes first) and is most advantageous to Hidalgo County, subject to compliance with HB23 and/or HB1295 [when and/or if applicable]. K. 58996 Approval of Payment for Application No. 3 in the amount of $45,099.49 as submitted by ASAGO LLC. dba ASAGO Construction, for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 1/2 East Road in connection to Contract #C-16-363-11-01 - PO# 753760. L. 59001 Acceptance and approval of the following invoices submitted by LeFevre Engineering Management Consulting, LLC for processing and payment: Invoice # Project PO# Amount Oct 16-12 Goolie 743912 $19,330.50 Oct 16-19 M4N 750114 $14,167.57 Oct 16-16 M2E 750112 $17,494.55 Oct 16-15 M2-1/2E 750113 $24,737.21 Oct 16-16 M13-1/2 752470 $16,372.00 Oct 16-18 Yvette Circle 752504 $11,555.00 Oct 16-17 M11 752758 $15,974.00 M. 59002 Acceptance of Application for Payment No. 3 (final) in the amount of $5,359.20 as submitted by ASAGO LLC, dba ASAGO Construction for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements -Mile 2 E. Rd. in connection to Contract #C-16-362-11-01. N. 58862 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20005 in the amount of $3,365.60 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Palmer Pavilion Renovation Project. O. 59005 1. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by Asago LLC, dba Asago Construction reflecting the date of 3/03/17 for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 East Road Project; 2. Approval of Payment-Application No.4 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $16,492.80 as submitted by Asago Construction - Contract# C-16-362-11-01 under PO#753716 for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 East Road Project. P. 58968 A. Rescission of the "Approved Order Document Only Portion" for R-AI #58656 approved by CC-03/07/2017 in connection with the: Hidalgo County Bank Depository Services; B. Approval of an "Order" as evidence of the final 2 year extension along with other details including authority for the execution of same. Q. 58983 Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 with an estimated cost of $48,090.00 as submitted by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc. in connection to on call Professional Engineering Services agreement# C-16-188-05-10 for “Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings” for the Facility Improvements for J.R. "Milo" Ponce Memorial Park located at 3516 E. FM 2812 in Edinburg, TX in Hidalgo County Precinct 4. R. 58718 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County "Hauling Services for Hot Mix" - RFB No.: 2017-056-00-00-FAZ including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, or Responses received rejected and project is still required. S. 58754 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice , draft requirement agreement etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office-Commissary Supplies for Hidalgo County Adult Detention Center Facility (Jail)- Bid No.: 2017-063-00-00-SMA including the re-advertisement of project in the event no bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. T. 58715 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 - "Hauling Services of Millings" - RFB No. 2017-052-04-12-TDL including the re-advertising of project in the event No Bids,or, Responses are rejected and project is still required. U. 58872 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's Option to extend the first (1st) of two (2) one (1) year lease renewal options under the same rates, terms and conditions for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site in Donna, Tx." with Richard Cohrs (current contract no C-16-051-04-19). V. 58882 Requesting approval to correct AI#-58426 [CC approved on 03/07/17] to clarify the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension term to reflect and should read: 03/17/2017 to 05/15/2017 for the purposes of Lease and/or Service of Portable Toilets for Hidalgo County, Anrige, Inc. DBA: A Clean Portoco and not, 04/30/17 to 06/29/17 as originally captioned on the agenda. W. 58905 PCT 4: Approval of a "clarification" to the original Regular AI #56285 (approved by CC 09/13/16) - for Pct 4 to reflect the correct model year from a 2017 to 2016 Freightliner 114SD including an additional discount to original price to PO # 750561 as detailed below: Original Price $ 160,132.00 Discount Price $ 1,566.00 Total Purchase Price $ 158,566.00 X. 58918 Approval to enter into a 36 month capital lease agreement with awarded vendor, Ricoh through HC membership/participation in Texas Department of Information Resources- DIR-TSO-3041 contract including all financial details contained herein. Y. 58926 Constable Precinct 4: Approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Xerox, awarded vendor, through HC membership/participation with Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR-TSO-3043) with all supporting documentation attached herein. Z. 58675 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final six (6) months term under contract #C16-282-09-06 with Matt's Cash and Carry Building Materials,Inc.for Construction Building Materials and Related Supplies for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions subject to compliance with HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable. AA. 58475 Hidalgo County's District Clerk (1100): Requesting approval of 'EXHIBIT 1' [Escalation Clause] sent from Sole Source vendor, Xerox Government Systems, LLC. with County Judge's signature required upon approval. BB. 58756 Approval to Add Fuel Cards/Users for the following: 1. Purchasing Department - Fuel Card 2. Executive Office Nuisance Abatement Program - Fuel Card and User
County Judge's Office: A. 59000 Resolution in Support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas B. 58999 Proclamation declaring March 2017 as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month C. 59043 Update on Texas A&M McAllen Campus
District Attorney's Office: A. 58747 DA Check Fraud (1222): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $9,000.00 to fund fuel expenditures. B. 58876 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924301 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). C. 58826 District Attorney's Office - LEOSE (1220): 1. Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor for the 2017 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,147.33. 2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2017 LEOSE allocation from the State Comptroller in the amount of $1,147.33.
Constables: A. 58874 Constable Pct. 2: 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2016 for the amount of $75,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to Electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 2 Office portion of the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00. B. 58890 Constable Pct. 2 LEOSE:(1220) 1. Approval of Certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the 2017 LEOSE (Peace Officer Allocation) funds award received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Office in the amount of $1448.79. 2. Approval of 2016 Appropriation of funds for the Constable Pct. 2 - LEOSE (1220) in the amount of $1448.79. C. 58786 Constable Pct. 3 - OPSG (1284) 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2016 for the amount of $80,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimburseable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 3 portion of the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. D. 58880 Constable Precinct #4 (1284): 1.Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2016 for the amount of $75,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 portion of the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00.
Sheriff's Office: A. 58932 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Susie Hernandez as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of March 27, 2017 through May 31, 2017. B. 58896 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Big Fish Entertainment, LLC. subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign agreement. C. 58879 1. Discussion and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff or designee to participate in the Law Enforcement Product Council with General Motors Company (GMC). subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of confidentiality agreement between Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office and GMC related to the participation in the Law Enforcement Product Council. 3. Approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign agreement. D. 58933 Jail Commissary (2102): 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $111,794.56.
Executive Office: A. 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 B. 58447 1. Presentation of Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of July 1, 2016 through January 31, 2017. 2. Presentation of Fees and Fines Report for the period of July 1, 2016 through January 31, 2017. 3. Discussion and action on tax resale bids received on the properties (see attached list). 4. Discussion and action on Order for tax resale bid properties. C. 59024 Discussion, consideration and action on Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County and RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce D. 59042 Discussion, consideration and action providing for public comment on behalf of Hidalgo County regarding the 2016 Texas Floods and Storms recovery funding State Action Plan - US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). E. 58796 Discussion and approval to appoint members to the Hidalgo County Historical Commission.
Public Defender's Office: A. 58714 Requesting approval to reimburse Jaime (Jimmy) Gonzalez, Chief Public Defender the amount of $93.86 for the purchase of indigent defendant's clothing expense for court with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment/check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Human Resources: A. 58977 Approval of Re-appointment of Civil Service Commission Member, Jaime Ortiz (by Pct. 1) B. 58877 County Treasurer (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, 4/03/2017 : Action Dept. / Program Slot# Position Title Current Budgeted Allowance Proposed Budgeted Allowance Salary adjustment/ Supplement Pay (increase) 150-001 0002 Chief Deputy II $561.00 $3,061.00 Salary adjustment/ Supplement Pay (decrease) 150-001 0003 Payroll Supervisor $5,500.00 $3,000.00 3. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court approval. C. 58878 Sheriff Investigation HB65 (1227): 1. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 04/03/2017: Action Dept./ Program Slot# Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary Create 280-005 0001 Criminal Research Specialist $42,700.00 Create 280-005 0002 Criminal Research Specialist $42,700.00 2. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 58936 Recognition of Antonio Lopez, Weslaco Fire Chief / Emergency Manager, for facilitating a medical counter measures exercise conducted on February 24, 2017. B. 58934 Discussion to inform Commissioner's Court of the pending bills that may impact Hidalgo County. SB 1680, SB 1681, SB 1695. C. 58937 1. Discussion and action to authorize Jose Gonzalez, Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Division, to be the designated representative for the OSSF Permits & Subdivsion approvals. 2. Approval to submit notice to State of Texas informing the State of the change in designee. D. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures E. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Emergency Management: A. 59007 1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate Proclamation declaring Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of March 10, 2017, which caused severe flooding to property. 2. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documentation.
15. Community Service Agency: A. 58990 Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept $50,000 funds from Direct Energy to be used in accordance with the Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program for 2017. Authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents. B. 58720 Discussion, consideration and possible action to enter into a contract with Superior Alarms for wireless fire monitoring with authority for County Judge to sign documents
IT Department: A. 58904 BOOT CAMP / PCT. #2 / PCT. #4: Authorization and approval to continue with existing service and purchase new wireless service through the County's membership/participation (CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415) with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Qty: Description: Department: User: Service Plan: MDN: 2 Cont. Cell Phone Service Juvenile Det. Office Use Nationwide 1000 Share N&W+M2M Unl 200 Msgs @ $39.99 + $5.00 each per month 956-219-9921 & 956-219-9925 3 Cont. Data Card Service Juvenile Det. Office Use 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 each per month 956-578-1993, 956-578-2401 & 956-578-2827 4 Cont. GPS Service Comm. Pct. 2 Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00 each per month See Comm.Pct.2 Backup 11 Cont. GPS Service Comm. Pct. 2 Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 1MB @ $5.00 each per month See Comm.Pct.2 Backup 1 New Activation Comm. Pct. 4 Mariano Manzano 113379 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 per month
Urban County: A. 58661 1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo county Precinct No. 4's proposed budget and program amendment for fiscal years 28 & 29 (2015 & 2016). 2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 for fiscal years 28 & 29. (2015 & 2016). Amendment will delete two Street Improvements (street Lighting) projects and the Substance Abuse Services line items and add funding to the Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements Project for Brewster Park. B. 58925 “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 $11,840.15 for Mercedes Sports Complex Park located in Mercedes (FY 2016). C. 58924 “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 $1,968.00 for Goza Park located in Mercedes (FY 2016). D. 58894 1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Peñitas is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Construction Material Testing Services with Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $22,726.55 utilizing CDBG FY 24, 25 & 26(2011, 2012 & 2013) Street Improvement funds. 2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $22,726.55. E. 58875 1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295 requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with STRADA Engineering and Consulting, LLC, in the amount of $21,395.00 utilizing CDBG FY 2016. 2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1- “2016 Sullivan City Drainage Improvements” in the amount of $21,395.00. F. 59006 "Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with Quality Investment and R G Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors for the demolition and reconstruction of the following: 1. (1) Unit in the City of Alamo in the total contract amount of $59,999.99 to Quality Investments; and 2. (2) Unit in the Countywide area and (1) unit in the City of San Juan in the total contract amount of $179,220.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors. G. 59017 Subject to HB 1295 Compliance, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC in the amount of $337,177.000 UCP Year 24-28 (2011-2015) City of Peñitas Street Improvement funds will be utilized.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates. B. 58989 Discussion, consideration and approval to maintain and apply the current election services billing rate to the Hart Verity System utilized only during the November 2017 election billing cycle. C. 58930 1. Approval of 2017 Lease Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of McAllen for their election to be held on May 6, 2017. 2. Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of Pharr for their election to be held on May 6, 2017. 3. Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of San Juan for their election to be held on May 6, 2017. 4. Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the McAllen Independent School District for their election to be held on May 6, 2017.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services: A. 58921 Presentation of 2016 Making A Difference Annual Report by Andrea Valdez, County Extension Agent-Family & Consumer Sciences/County Coordinator
Auditor's Office: A. 58871 Requesting approval to submit the "Pro Rata Tobacco Settlement Distribution County Expenditure Statement - 2017" to the Department of State Health Services, and authorize County Judge to execute the report.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 58960 Presentation of certificate of appreciation to Virginia Townsend on behalf of the O.W.L.S. B. 59037 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of San Juan and Alamo approved by CC 09/01/2015 (AI#51086), to extend the length of the improvements to Cesar Chavez Road from Nolana Loop to Ridge Road. C. 59039 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Hidalgo, regarding road safety improvements for the Pct 2 McColl Road Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project for the Pct 2 McColl Road Project. D. 58961 Approval to rescind action previously taken by Commissioners Court on 2/21/17 AI#58536 for approval of closing documents for Parcel 2 for Pct 2 Yuma Ave Extension Project. E. 59053 Pct 2 Yuma Ave Rd Prj (1200): 1. Approval of certification of revenue as certified by the County Auditor for revenue received from the City of McAllen for Interlocal Agreement approved by Commissioners Court on 7/19/16 AI#55455 . 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 2 Yuma Ave Ext Prj in the amount of $80,000.00.
Budget & Management: A. 58914 1. Approval to undesignate the amount of $20,089.01 in the year 2016 from the 1115 Waiver Assigned Fund Balance. 2. Approval to undesignate the amount of $7,772.95 in the year 2016 from the New Courthouse Assigned Fund Balance. B. Budget Appropriations: 1. 58902 CO 2016 (1350): Approval of 2016 estimated revenues and appropriation of funds for Certificates of Obligation, Series 2016, in relation to bond proceeds, bond premium, and related issuance costs. 2. 58915 New Courthouse (1100): a. Approval to undesignate the amount of $3,951,866.52 in the year 2017 for expenditures related to the New Courthouse. b. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $3,951,866.52 to fund program expenditures. 3. 58919 Pct 3 Parks (1100): a. Approval to undesignate the amount of $279,375.11 in the year 2017 for expenditures related to insurance proceeds received for the damages sustained during the May 2016 weather event. b. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $279,375.11 to fund anticipated repairs/purchases needed for the Anzalduas Park.
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. Hidalgo County 1. 58992 A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (7) & (A) an item that can only be obtained from one source; B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for SCI Technologies, Inc. d/b/a SkyCop, Inc. for the purchase [through the requisition/PO protocol] of a SkyCop Mobile Surveillance Unit [equipment and related items/services] for all Hidalgo County Elected Offices [commencing with the Sheriff's Office], Departments, Programs and/or Agencies (all funding sources) with the declaration to remain in effect unless otherwise revokes by Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court including compliance with HB23 and/or HB1295 when and if applicable. B. Pct. 1 1. 58499 A. Acceptance and approval of the following listed construction contract documents as awarded by Commissioners' Court on December 13, 2016 (AI#57719) for the following HC Pct. #1- Paving and Drainage Improvements Projects: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 – FEMA Road Drainage Improvements - Indian Hills Subdivision 2016-399-12-07 IOC Company $1,280,979.70 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: David Suarez, Chief Administrator to execute change orders that involve Increasing or decreasing 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. C. Pct. 2 1. 59025 A. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Contract No. C-15-300-09-01 for L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, resulting in an amendment to the project limits from (Business 83 to Nolana) to (Nolana to Business 83) and (Business 83 to Ridge Road) for the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project. B. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, Contract No. C-15-300-09-01 for L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $249,994.32 for the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project. 2. 59021 Approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $3,969.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-16-208-07-19 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project. 3. 58956 Approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $3,994.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-16-208-07-19 to provide construction material testing services for the Co Wide Mechanic Shop Project. 4. 59022 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, Contract No. C-16-258-06-14 thus amending the contract removing/deleting construction contract administration and inspection services from the professional engineering services contract for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension Project. 5. 58889 Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with LEONEL GARZA, JR. & ASSOCIATES, LLC for the purposes of appraisal services for: The Fair Market Value Appraisals in connection with the Acquisition of Land-Sale and/or Exchange, Rights of Way, Easements, Condemnations and Disposition of County owned Property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 (on an as needed basis) and as selected for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers by CC on 2/6/17. D. Pct. 4 1. 59044 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a professional service; B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for the provision of "professional engineering services" for Project: Expansion of the Mile 22.5 Road located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Totals Quintanilla, Headly & Associates, Inc. DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc. Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC Scores 97 95 94 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement for Project: Expansion of the Mile 22.5 Road located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, commencing with the No.1 ranked firm ____________________________ for Engineering Services. D. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a professional service; E. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for the provision of "professional engineering services" for Project: Cesar Chavez Road (Owassa - Iowa) located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Totals Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC Doucet & Associates, Inc. Fulcrum Consulting Services Scores 98 95 92 Ranking F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement for Project: Cesar Chavez Road (Owassa - Iowa) located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, commencing with the No.1 ranked firm ____________________________ for Engineering Services. 2. 58651 A. Presentation and recommendation by project engineer, Halff & Associates [with concurrent by Pct.] to award Pct. #4's: Recovery and Motor Pool Improvements Project to Synergy Builders of Texas the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid meeting all specifications and/or requirements to Synergy Builders of Texas in the amount of $395,000.00; 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: Maria D. Lucio to execute change orders for Pct. 4 that involve an increase or decrease in the 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. 3. 58887 Presentation & Award to the sole responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best [and as further detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein] and meeting all specifications/requirements, including the approval of contract [but in no event to exceed $50K] for the Request for Sealed Quotes titled: Hidalgo County Pct 4-"Garbage Collection at New San Carlos CRC" through project No.: 2017-097-03-06-SGS. 4. 58867 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional service"; b. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Architectural Firms for the purposes of [Repairs/Renovations/Remodeling, Additions/Alterations and/or Building Review/Assessment Related Services on a [per project basis] for County-owned Buildings/Structures] located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ARCHITECTURAL FIRMS Totals The Warren Group Architects, Inc. Gomez, Mendez & Saenz, Inc. HDR Architecture, Inc. Scores 98 95 93 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate an "on call" professional Architectural Services Agreement for the purposes of [Repairs/Renovations/Remodeling, Additions/Alterations and/or Building Review/Assessment Related Services on a [per project basis] for County-owned Buildings/Structures] located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, with the No.1 ranked firm ____________________________ for Architectural Services. E. District Attorney 1. 58988 Pursuant to current contract #C-10-243-07-06 [holdover status & on an "as needed basis"] for the provision of Autopsy Facility and Related Services between Hidalgo County and Ceballos Funeral Home, we request approval to issue and send written notice of termination effective March 31, 2017.
Open Forum
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: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59035 Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others D. 58898 C-0722-16-E; Santiago Aguilera Lara et al v. County of Hidalgo E. 58922 CL-15-4029-H; Yesenia Garza v. Russell Doaks Suits Jr. and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department F. 58966 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01167; Leticia Martinez G. 59027 Cause No. CCD-0371-E; Hidalgo County RMA v Jose Antonio Aguilar, et al H. 59029 CL-17-1012-F; Cristo Rey Garza v. Hon. Luis Garza I. 58969 Hidalgo County v. Daniel Wayne Young J. 58971 Hidalgo County v. Ramiro Lerma Sanchez & Anna Liza Sanchez 26. 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)
27. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59036 Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others D. 58899 C-0722-16-E; Santiago Aguilera Lara et al v. County of Hidalgo E. 58923 CL-15-4029-H; Yesenia Garza v. Russell Doaks Suits Jr. and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department F. 58967 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01167; Leticia Martinez G. 59028 Cause No. CCD-0371-E; Hidalgo County RMA v Jose Antonio Aguilar, et al H. 59030 CL-17-1012-F; Cristo Rey Garza v. Hon. Luis Garza I. 58970 Hidalgo County v. Daniel Wayne Young J. 58972 Hidalgo County v. Ramiro Lerma Sanchez & Anna Liza Sanchez 28. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 29. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 30. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 58991 Resolution in Honor of Ruben Maldonado for 30 years of service with Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 6. 59010 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) 2017 All Hazards Conference B.) Pct. 3 Quarterly Meeting LUPE/ARISE C.) El Sauz Ranch tour with owners 7. 58444 A. Discussion and action on tax resale bids received on the properties described (please see attached list.) B. Discussion and action on Resolution for tax resale bid properties. 8. 58868 Request approval to amend closing document amount for Parcel 36E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch. The correction will include closing costs in the amount of $1,455.76 not reflected on Agenda Item 58349 approved by Board on 02-06-2017. The revised total is $82,583.76. 9. 58909 A.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Professional Services Agreement with L&G Engineering, as it relates to Material Testing Services for Penitas Pump House Project. Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on January 24, 2017 (AI# 58088). B.) Pursuant to the Board's approval of Professional Services Agreement with L&G Engineering, requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $36,062.30 as it relates to Material Testing Services for Penitas Pump House Project. 10. 58913 2013 BOND SERIES Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 5 to On Call CMT Services Pct. #2, Pct. #3, Pct. #4 & HCDD1 Master Drainage System agreement with L&G Engineering in the amount of $5,835.22 as it relates CMT Services for Mile 17.5 & 38th St. Connector Project. 11. 58981 Requesting approval of Closing Documents for Parcel 19 as it relates to HCRMA SH 365 Project and authority for Chairman of the Board to execute 12. 58986 Requesting approval of closing documents as it relates to Parcel 18A of the J-09 Project and authority for Chairman of the Board to execute. 13. 59014 Requesting approval to bring forward the available budget balances at December 31, 2016 for the District Capital Projects from the 2008 (Fund 132) and 2013 (Fund 133) Bond Series into the 2017 Budgets. 14. 59033 Request approval of Budget Amendment in the amount of $110,080.31 in the District's General Fund to fund the carry over of purchase orders at December 31, 2016 in the District M & O department. 15. 59012 Authority to advertise and approval of plans and specifications developed by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc., for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -"Maintenance Building Electrical Upgrade" -RFB No. HCDD1-17-018-04-12, including the re-advertising of projects in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. 16. 59023 A. Requesting approval to purchase One (1) New Dynapac CA1500PD Padfoot Roller through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 membership/participation with BuyBoard's awarded vendor, Doggett Machinery Services (Contract #515-16) in the total amount of $114,710.20 including one Push Blade as optional equipment and 3 yr/3500hrs Extended Warranty. B. Pursuant to the Board's approval to purchase the One (1) New Dynapac CA1500PD Padfoot, requesting to declare surplus with the purpose of trade in: One (1) Hypac C852B Padfoot Roller (Asset # 41902) in the amount of $14,000.00 including the removal of said assets from inventory upon completion of transaction. 17. 59047 2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.1 A. Approval of Application for Payment No.1 in the amount of $318,958.34 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. C-HCDD1-16-031B-08-09 -Mile 6 West & Mile 14 N. Area Drainage Improvement Project. Project Engineer: Jorge Gonzalez, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 PO#630331-17 18. 59048 A. Request approval to issue payment on award of special commissioners pertaining to condemnation proceedings for Cause No. CCD-0359-F; Parcel No. 25-Pct.2-Fee Simple Right of Way Project. B. Approval to issue payment for three (3) Special Commissioners fees related to Cause No. CCD-0359-F as noted on Item A above. 19. 59052 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under Texas Local Government Code 262.024(a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by HCDD1 Board of Directors) of the firms graded and evaluated through the District's approved "Pool" of Engineering Firms for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for "Precinct No. 1 Bond Drainage Projects". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Jimenez Engineering Solutions, LLC DBA International Consulting Engineers 91.3 Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC 94 Cortran Engineering, PLLC 89.3 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 to negotiate Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm ___________________________, for the provisions of Professional Engineering Services "Precinct No. 1 Bond Drainage Projects". 20. 59054 Pursuant to Texas Gov't Code 791.001 requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No.1 as it relates to irrigation canal adjacent to the east side of Drainage District yard. Pending final legal review. 21. 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 22. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 23. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 24. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 25. Adjourn
. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Presentation of certificate of appreciation to Virginia Townsend on behalf of the O.W.L.S.
1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate Proclamation declaring Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of March 10, 2017, which caused severe flooding to property. 2. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documentation.
County Clerk's Office - Arturo Guajardo, Jr.: A. 59051 Discussion and action ratifying the transfer of Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 2, duties as local registrar to the Clerk of the County of Hidalgo, Texas.
1. 59059 Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.) 2. Auditor's Office: A. 59073 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2016 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 59050 2016 - CO2016-Pct 2 C. Chvz (Bus83-Nolana LP) (1350) 4. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 58940 2017 - Pct. 2 Adm (1200) B. 58941 2017 - CW Mech Shop (1200) C. 58942 2017 - Pct. 2 Sanitation (1100) D. 58043 2017 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) E. 59045 2017 - Co. Wide Adm (1100) F. 58997 2017 - County Court-At-Law #1 (1100) G. 59003 2017 - Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (1227) H. 59004 2017 - Scofflaw Program (1100) I. 59009 2017 - County Clerk (1100) J. 58959 2017 - J.P. Pct. 3, Pl. 1 (1100) K. 58964 2017 - 430th DC (1100) L. 58958 2017 - 370th DC (1100) M. 58955 2017-Adult Probation - Mental Health (1289) N. 58713 2017 - Pct 1 Rd Maint (1200) O. 58938 2017 - Pct 3 Rd. Maint. (1200) P. 58893 2017- Pct 3 Parks (1100) Q. 58881 2017 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) R. 58907 2017 - Pct. 4 (1200) S. 58884 2017 - Constable Pct. 4 (1100) T. 58886 2017 - Jail (1100) U. 58888 2017 - Treasurer's Office (1100) V. 58897 2017 - Adult Probation - Misdemeanor DWI Grant (1289) W. 58901 2017 - Nuisance Abatement Program (1100) X. 58908 2017 - 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100) Y. 58910 2017 - District Attorney's Office (1100) Z. 58916 2017 - IT Justice Court Tech (1242) AA. 58935 2017 - County Court at Law #6 (1100) BB. 58944 2017 - DA Civil Litigation (1100) CC. 58866 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) DD. 58939 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS-HAZARDS (1293) EE. 58965 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. TX Healthy (1293) FF. 58949 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) GG. 58432 2017 - JP Pct 2/Pl 2 (1100) HH. 58951 2017 - 449th DC (1100) II. 58948 2017 - 389th Dist. Court (1100) 5. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 59049 Pct 2 Various Rd Projects (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Various Rd Projects in the amount of $50,400.00 to fund project expenditures. B. 59046 Pct 4 Parks (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency to Pct 4 Parks in the amount of $48,090.00 to fund professional engineering services for facility improvements related to the Milo Ponce Memorial Park Project. C. 59040 1. Pct 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from New Courthouse to Pct 4 New Motor Pool and Pct 4 Sanitation in the amount of $395,000.00 to fund the Recovery and Motor Pool Improvements Project. 2. New Courthouse (1350): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from various CO2016-Pct 4 accounts to CO2016-New Courthouse in the amount of $395,000.00. D. 59038 CCL #1 (1100): Requesting approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co Wide Adm - Contingency to CCL #1 in the amount of $754.88. F. 58987 Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Sanitation (Prg # 001) to Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project (Prg # 118) in the amount of $45,255.08. G. 59034 PCT 3 - CO2015A (1347) Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CO2015A-Pct3 (program 107 and 114) to CO2015A-Pct 3 (program 117) in the amount of $18,336.00. H. 58931 Pct 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 4 Sanitation to Pct 4 Emergency Srv Linn-SM in the amount of $1,081.00. 6. Planning Department: A. 58962 1. Certificate of Plat and Utility Status under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.028 (b) 2. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2) 7. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 58920 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - February 2017 B. 58891 District Clerk - February 2017 Monthly Fee Report - $509,640.48 8. Executive Office: A. 58820 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: Sunset Valley Subdivision Phase IV, Donna, TX a. Proposing to bore a 12 inch casing for a 6 inch waterline, from the centerline of Victoria Road go East 300.00 feet. Will bore Stites Road from North to South. b. Proposing to bore a 12 inch casing for a 6 inch waterline, from the centerline of Victoria Road go East 1,325.00 feet. Will bore Stites Road from North to South. 2). Sharyland Water Supply Corp.: a. Road Bore Crossing: A 1" PVC waterline to be encased within a 2" casing to be located approximately 600 ft. North of the intersection of Bryan Rd. and SH 107. City of McAllen. 9. Tax Refunds: A. 58795 Account Number Payer Amount 10049.00.003.0000.00 Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC $9,475.00 10049.00.016.0000.11 Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC $5,049.66 W2760.03.000.0001.01 Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC $5,355.06 B. 58772 Account Number Payer Amount S0006.00.000.0001.00 Perez Ricardo & Lisa $2,900.00 T2910.00.000.0008.00 National Tax Search LLC $3,111.45 10. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 58945 Requesting approval of requisition #336090 for 2017 membership dues for Sheriff J.E. Eddie" Guerra to the Southwestern Border Sheriff's Coalition in the amount of $200.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 58947 Requesting approval of requisition #336296 for 2017 membership dues to the FBI LEEDA for Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra for the amount of $50.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. C. 58843 District Attorney (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2017 membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association for the following employees: Miroslava Alexis Garcia, Ana Liz De Leon-Vargas, Laura Marie Garcia and Melissa N. Lozano in the total amount of $240.00, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor for District Attorney's Office employees. 11. Budget & Management: A. 58864 Report and approval of emergency transfers for the period of February 3, 2017 through February 27, 2017. B. 58859 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $49,928.50 to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/25/17 to 03/03/17. 02/25-28/17 $ 5,774.66 03/01-03/17 $44,153.84 TOTAL $49,928.50 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. 58860 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $776,164.41 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 02/23/17 to 03/08/17. 02/23-28/17 $313,597.62 03/01-01/17 $ 3,394.52 03/02-08/17 $459,172.27 TOTAL $776,164.41 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. 12. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 59011 Requesting authority to advertise (including the authority to re-advertise the project in the event that not bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required) and approval of procurement packet (i.e., specifications, legal notice etc.) as attached hereto for SS1 Emulsified Asphalt and Delivery Services-Hidalgo County. B. 59019 Ratification of Change Order No. 1 in connection with contract C-16-161-08-09-for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 - "La Joya Watershed Improvements - South Detention Basin Project"as recommended by project engineer - L & G Engineers, Jorge Madrigal, P.E. with a cost increase in the amount of $18,336.00 with no additional calendar/working days and subject to compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. C. 59041 Approval of payment of Invoice# 1085 in the amount of $6,038.96 as submitted by Jimenez Engineering Solutions, dba, I.C.E. for the provision of professional engineering services to Contract # C-16-257-09-13 PO# 752503. D. 59031 Acceptance and approval of invoices for the purpose of payment submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers and Halff Associates, Inc., including but not limited to the following: L & G Consulting Engineers: 1.) Invoice #17-1-000026 - $507.70 - construction material testing - Contract C-16-305-10-04 for Pct 4 San Carlos CRC Landscaping, Irrigation, & Retaining wall; 2.) Invoice #17-2-000056 - $843.66 - construction material testing - Contract C-16-305-10-04 for Pct 4 San Carlos CRC Landscaping, Irrigation, & Retaining wall. 3.) Invoice #17-2-000049 - $2,052.48 - construction material testing - Contract C-15-301-09-15 for Pct 4 San Carlos (CRC) & Sunflower Park Concrete Walking Trail; 4.) Invoice #17-1-000021 - $2,812.06 - construction material testing - Contract C-15-301-09-15, for Pct 4 San Carlos (CRC) & Sunflower Park Concrete Walking Trail; Halff & Associates 5.) Invoice #M222393 - $17,443.60 - professional engineering services- Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings - Contract C-16-188-05-10, for Pct 4 "Sanitation Collection Facility and "M" Road Building". E. 58863 Pct 2: Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20006 in the amount of $323.14 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#2), for Pct 2 Community Resource Center (CRC) Youth Facility Project. F. 57929 Requesting approval of payment for Invoice #20162929 in the amount of $135,664.15 submitted for professional engineering services by TEDSI Infrastructure Group, contract C-12-119-07-31 (WA# 3) for the Pct. 2 Dicker Road Project. G. 59032 Acceptance and approval of the invoices listed below for processing and payment as submitted by HALFF ASSOCIATES,INC., in connection to PROJECT:"Mechanical and Electrical Design Services for Space Pressure Control" for the County Autopsy Facility: Invoice: Amount: M222390 $ 6,678.00 M220874 $ 1,092.00 M219529 $ 5,128.27 M217811 $ 331.73 H. 58963 1. Acceptance and approval to utilize and purchase through the Department Of Information Resources (DIR) Contract #DIR-SDD-2020 awarded vendor, Synnex Corporation's, authorized reseller, Richline Technical Services, LLC. 2. Acceptance and approval of proposal in the amount of $56,995.00 submitted by Richline Technical Services, LLC, for the products and support of Hidalgo County's new video conferencing equipment as described in supporting itemized proposed documentation. I. 58993 Approval of payment of Invoice #619214-0217 in the amount of $1,825.50 as submitted by project engineer, Millennium Engineers Group Inc. for construction material testing / geo technical services provided under Contract C-16-173-07-06 , for Pct 4 "Alberta Drain" Project. J. 58957 Requesting authority to exercise the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension as provided in the current agreements for the purposes of Bulk Gasoline-On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Misc. Products for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms and conditions with, Arguindegui Management Company, effective, 06/29/17, and expires, 08/27/17 or (upon completion of the procurement process which ever comes first) and is most advantageous to Hidalgo County, subject to compliance with HB23 and/or HB1295 [when and/or if applicable]. K. 58996 Approval of Payment for Application No. 3 in the amount of $45,099.49 as submitted by ASAGO LLC. dba ASAGO Construction, for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 1/2 East Road in connection to Contract #C-16-363-11-01 - PO# 753760. L. 59001 Acceptance and approval of the following invoices submitted by LeFevre Engineering Management Consulting, LLC for processing and payment: Invoice # Project PO# Amount Oct 16-12 Goolie 743912 $19,330.50 Oct 16-19 M4N 750114 $14,167.57 Oct 16-16 M2E 750112 $17,494.55 Oct 16-15 M2-1/2E 750113 $24,737.21 Oct 16-16 M13-1/2 752470 $16,372.00 Oct 16-18 Yvette Circle 752504 $11,555.00 Oct 16-17 M11 752758 $15,974.00 M. 59002 Acceptance of Application for Payment No. 3 (final) in the amount of $5,359.20 as submitted by ASAGO LLC, dba ASAGO Construction for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements -Mile 2 E. Rd. in connection to Contract #C-16-362-11-01. N. 58862 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #20005 in the amount of $3,365.60 submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering LLC, for engineering services provided under Contract C-16-326-08-23 (WA#1), for Pct 2 Palmer Pavilion Renovation Project. O. 59005 1. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by Asago LLC, dba Asago Construction reflecting the date of 3/03/17 for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 East Road Project; 2. Approval of Payment-Application No.4 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $16,492.80 as submitted by Asago Construction - Contract# C-16-362-11-01 under PO#753716 for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 2 East Road Project. P. 58968 A. Rescission of the "Approved Order Document Only Portion" for R-AI #58656 approved by CC-03/07/2017 in connection with the: Hidalgo County Bank Depository Services; B. Approval of an "Order" as evidence of the final 2 year extension along with other details including authority for the execution of same. Q. 58983 Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 3 with an estimated cost of $48,090.00 as submitted by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc. in connection to on call Professional Engineering Services agreement# C-16-188-05-10 for “Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings” for the Facility Improvements for J.R. "Milo" Ponce Memorial Park located at 3516 E. FM 2812 in Edinburg, TX in Hidalgo County Precinct 4. R. 58718 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County "Hauling Services for Hot Mix" - RFB No.: 2017-056-00-00-FAZ including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, or Responses received rejected and project is still required. S. 58754 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice , draft requirement agreement etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office-Commissary Supplies for Hidalgo County Adult Detention Center Facility (Jail)- Bid No.: 2017-063-00-00-SMA including the re-advertisement of project in the event no bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. T. 58715 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirement agreement etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 - "Hauling Services of Millings" - RFB No. 2017-052-04-12-TDL including the re-advertising of project in the event No Bids,or, Responses are rejected and project is still required. U. 58872 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County's Option to extend the first (1st) of two (2) one (1) year lease renewal options under the same rates, terms and conditions for Lease of Parcel for Citizen Collection Site in Donna, Tx." with Richard Cohrs (current contract no C-16-051-04-19). V. 58882 Requesting approval to correct AI#-58426 [CC approved on 03/07/17] to clarify the Sixty (60) Day grace period extension term to reflect and should read: 03/17/2017 to 05/15/2017 for the purposes of Lease and/or Service of Portable Toilets for Hidalgo County, Anrige, Inc. DBA: A Clean Portoco and not, 04/30/17 to 06/29/17 as originally captioned on the agenda. W. 58905 PCT 4: Approval of a "clarification" to the original Regular AI #56285 (approved by CC 09/13/16) - for Pct 4 to reflect the correct model year from a 2017 to 2016 Freightliner 114SD including an additional discount to original price to PO # 750561 as detailed below: Original Price $ 160,132.00 Discount Price $ 1,566.00 Total Purchase Price $ 158,566.00 X. 58918 Approval to enter into a 36 month capital lease agreement with awarded vendor, Ricoh through HC membership/participation in Texas Department of Information Resources- DIR-TSO-3041 contract including all financial details contained herein. Y. 58926 Constable Precinct 4: Approval to enter into a 48 month capital lease agreement with Xerox, awarded vendor, through HC membership/participation with Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR-TSO-3043) with all supporting documentation attached herein. Z. 58675 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final six (6) months term under contract #C16-282-09-06 with Matt's Cash and Carry Building Materials,Inc.for Construction Building Materials and Related Supplies for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions subject to compliance with HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable. AA. 58475 Hidalgo County's District Clerk (1100): Requesting approval of 'EXHIBIT 1' [Escalation Clause] sent from Sole Source vendor, Xerox Government Systems, LLC. with County Judge's signature required upon approval. BB. 58756 Approval to Add Fuel Cards/Users for the following: 1. Purchasing Department - Fuel Card 2. Executive Office Nuisance Abatement Program - Fuel Card and User
County Judge's Office: A. 59000 Resolution in Support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas B. 58999 Proclamation declaring March 2017 as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month C. 59043 Update on Texas A&M McAllen Campus
District Attorney's Office: A. 58747 DA Check Fraud (1222): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $9,000.00 to fund fuel expenditures. B. 58876 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924301 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). C. 58826 District Attorney's Office - LEOSE (1220): 1. Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor for the 2017 LEOSE allocation of the District Attorney's Office in the amount of $1,147.33. 2. Approval of Budget Amendment to appropriate the 2017 LEOSE allocation from the State Comptroller in the amount of $1,147.33.
Constables: A. 58874 Constable Pct. 2: 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2016 for the amount of $75,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to Electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 2 Office portion of the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00. B. 58890 Constable Pct. 2 LEOSE:(1220) 1. Approval of Certification of revenues, as certified by the County Auditor, for the 2017 LEOSE (Peace Officer Allocation) funds award received from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Office in the amount of $1448.79. 2. Approval of 2016 Appropriation of funds for the Constable Pct. 2 - LEOSE (1220) in the amount of $1448.79. C. 58786 Constable Pct. 3 - OPSG (1284) 1. Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2016 for the amount of $80,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimburseable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Constable Pct. 3 portion of the FY 2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $80,000.00. D. 58880 Constable Precinct #4 (1284): 1.Authorization to accept the Approval Notice in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY2016 for the amount of $75,000.00. 2. Authorization and approval for County Judge, as authorized official, to electronically accept grant award form and related documents. 3. Authorization to pay Overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 4. Approval of Certification of Revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00. 5. Approval to appropriate the budget for Hidalgo County Constable Precinct 4 portion of the FY2016 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $75,000.00.
Sheriff's Office: A. 58932 Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Susie Hernandez as an intern under the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Internship Program for the period of March 27, 2017 through May 31, 2017. B. 58896 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Big Fish Entertainment, LLC. subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign agreement. C. 58879 1. Discussion and authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff or designee to participate in the Law Enforcement Product Council with General Motors Company (GMC). subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of confidentiality agreement between Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office and GMC related to the participation in the Law Enforcement Product Council. 3. Approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign agreement. D. 58933 Jail Commissary (2102): 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor. 2. Approval of appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $111,794.56.
Executive Office: A. 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 B. 58447 1. Presentation of Delinquent Tax Collection Report for the period of July 1, 2016 through January 31, 2017. 2. Presentation of Fees and Fines Report for the period of July 1, 2016 through January 31, 2017. 3. Discussion and action on tax resale bids received on the properties (see attached list). 4. Discussion and action on Order for tax resale bid properties. C. 59024 Discussion, consideration and action on Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo County and RGV Hispanic Chamber of Commerce D. 59042 Discussion, consideration and action providing for public comment on behalf of Hidalgo County regarding the 2016 Texas Floods and Storms recovery funding State Action Plan - US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). E. 58796 Discussion and approval to appoint members to the Hidalgo County Historical Commission.
Public Defender's Office: A. 58714 Requesting approval to reimburse Jaime (Jimmy) Gonzalez, Chief Public Defender the amount of $93.86 for the purchase of indigent defendant's clothing expense for court with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment/check after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Human Resources: A. 58977 Approval of Re-appointment of Civil Service Commission Member, Jaime Ortiz (by Pct. 1) B. 58877 County Treasurer (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, 4/03/2017 : Action Dept. / Program Slot# Position Title Current Budgeted Allowance Proposed Budgeted Allowance Salary adjustment/ Supplement Pay (increase) 150-001 0002 Chief Deputy II $561.00 $3,061.00 Salary adjustment/ Supplement Pay (decrease) 150-001 0003 Payroll Supervisor $5,500.00 $3,000.00 3. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court approval. C. 58878 Sheriff Investigation HB65 (1227): 1. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective next full pay period, 04/03/2017: Action Dept./ Program Slot# Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary Create 280-005 0001 Criminal Research Specialist $42,700.00 Create 280-005 0002 Criminal Research Specialist $42,700.00 2. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 58936 Recognition of Antonio Lopez, Weslaco Fire Chief / Emergency Manager, for facilitating a medical counter measures exercise conducted on February 24, 2017. B. 58934 Discussion to inform Commissioner's Court of the pending bills that may impact Hidalgo County. SB 1680, SB 1681, SB 1695. C. 58937 1. Discussion and action to authorize Jose Gonzalez, Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Division, to be the designated representative for the OSSF Permits & Subdivsion approvals. 2. Approval to submit notice to State of Texas informing the State of the change in designee. D. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures E. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Emergency Management: A. 59007 1. Presentation, discussion, and necessary action to terminate Proclamation declaring Local State of Disaster for the County of Hidalgo due to the torrential rain event of March 10, 2017, which caused severe flooding to property. 2. Authorization for County Judge to sign the required documentation.
15. Community Service Agency: A. 58990 Discussion, consideration, and possible action to accept $50,000 funds from Direct Energy to be used in accordance with the Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program for 2017. Authorization for Jaime Longoria to sign any and all pertinent documents. B. 58720 Discussion, consideration and possible action to enter into a contract with Superior Alarms for wireless fire monitoring with authority for County Judge to sign documents
IT Department: A. 58904 BOOT CAMP / PCT. #2 / PCT. #4: Authorization and approval to continue with existing service and purchase new wireless service through the County's membership/participation (CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415) with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Qty: Description: Department: User: Service Plan: MDN: 2 Cont. Cell Phone Service Juvenile Det. Office Use Nationwide 1000 Share N&W+M2M Unl 200 Msgs @ $39.99 + $5.00 each per month 956-219-9921 & 956-219-9925 3 Cont. Data Card Service Juvenile Det. Office Use 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 each per month 956-578-1993, 956-578-2401 & 956-578-2827 4 Cont. GPS Service Comm. Pct. 2 Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00 each per month See Comm.Pct.2 Backup 11 Cont. GPS Service Comm. Pct. 2 Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 1MB @ $5.00 each per month See Comm.Pct.2 Backup 1 New Activation Comm. Pct. 4 Mariano Manzano 113379 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 per month
Urban County: A. 58661 1. Hold a Public Hearing to consider public comments for Hidalgo county Precinct No. 4's proposed budget and program amendment for fiscal years 28 & 29 (2015 & 2016). 2. Requesting approval of a budget and program amendment for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 for fiscal years 28 & 29. (2015 & 2016). Amendment will delete two Street Improvements (street Lighting) projects and the Substance Abuse Services line items and add funding to the Parks, Recreational Facility Improvements Project for Brewster Park. B. 58925 “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 $11,840.15 for Mercedes Sports Complex Park located in Mercedes (FY 2016). C. 58924 “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 $1,968.00 for Goza Park located in Mercedes (FY 2016). D. 58894 1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable, the Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Peñitas is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Construction Material Testing Services with Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc., in the amount of $22,726.55 utilizing CDBG FY 24, 25 & 26(2011, 2012 & 2013) Street Improvement funds. 2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Raba-Kistner Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $22,726.55. E. 58875 1. Subject to Compliance with HB 1295 requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for Professional Engineering Services with STRADA Engineering and Consulting, LLC, in the amount of $21,395.00 utilizing CDBG FY 2016. 2. Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1- “2016 Sullivan City Drainage Improvements” in the amount of $21,395.00. F. 59006 "Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable." The Urban County Program is requesting the award of bids and the approval of contracts with Quality Investment and R G Enterprises, LLC dba G & G Contractors for the demolition and reconstruction of the following: 1. (1) Unit in the City of Alamo in the total contract amount of $59,999.99 to Quality Investments; and 2. (2) Unit in the Countywide area and (1) unit in the City of San Juan in the total contract amount of $179,220.00 to R G Enterprises, LLC, dba G & G Contractors. G. 59017 Subject to HB 1295 Compliance, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Texas Cordia Construction, LLC in the amount of $337,177.000 UCP Year 24-28 (2011-2015) City of Peñitas Street Improvement funds will be utilized.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates. B. 58989 Discussion, consideration and approval to maintain and apply the current election services billing rate to the Hart Verity System utilized only during the November 2017 election billing cycle. C. 58930 1. Approval of 2017 Lease Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of McAllen for their election to be held on May 6, 2017. 2. Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of Pharr for their election to be held on May 6, 2017. 3. Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of San Juan for their election to be held on May 6, 2017. 4. Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the McAllen Independent School District for their election to be held on May 6, 2017.
TX. Agri-Life Extension Services: A. 58921 Presentation of 2016 Making A Difference Annual Report by Andrea Valdez, County Extension Agent-Family & Consumer Sciences/County Coordinator
Auditor's Office: A. 58871 Requesting approval to submit the "Pro Rata Tobacco Settlement Distribution County Expenditure Statement - 2017" to the Department of State Health Services, and authorize County Judge to execute the report.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 58960 Presentation of certificate of appreciation to Virginia Townsend on behalf of the O.W.L.S. B. 59037 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with the City of San Juan and Alamo approved by CC 09/01/2015 (AI#51086), to extend the length of the improvements to Cesar Chavez Road from Nolana Loop to Ridge Road. C. 59039 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo and the City of Hidalgo, regarding road safety improvements for the Pct 2 McColl Road Project. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project for the Pct 2 McColl Road Project. D. 58961 Approval to rescind action previously taken by Commissioners Court on 2/21/17 AI#58536 for approval of closing documents for Parcel 2 for Pct 2 Yuma Ave Extension Project. E. 59053 Pct 2 Yuma Ave Rd Prj (1200): 1. Approval of certification of revenue as certified by the County Auditor for revenue received from the City of McAllen for Interlocal Agreement approved by Commissioners Court on 7/19/16 AI#55455 . 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 2 Yuma Ave Ext Prj in the amount of $80,000.00.
Budget & Management: A. 58914 1. Approval to undesignate the amount of $20,089.01 in the year 2016 from the 1115 Waiver Assigned Fund Balance. 2. Approval to undesignate the amount of $7,772.95 in the year 2016 from the New Courthouse Assigned Fund Balance. B. Budget Appropriations: 1. 58902 CO 2016 (1350): Approval of 2016 estimated revenues and appropriation of funds for Certificates of Obligation, Series 2016, in relation to bond proceeds, bond premium, and related issuance costs. 2. 58915 New Courthouse (1100): a. Approval to undesignate the amount of $3,951,866.52 in the year 2017 for expenditures related to the New Courthouse. b. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $3,951,866.52 to fund program expenditures. 3. 58919 Pct 3 Parks (1100): a. Approval to undesignate the amount of $279,375.11 in the year 2017 for expenditures related to insurance proceeds received for the damages sustained during the May 2016 weather event. b. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $279,375.11 to fund anticipated repairs/purchases needed for the Anzalduas Park.
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. Hidalgo County 1. 58992 A. Requesting exemption from competitive procurement requirements pursuant to Texas Local Government Code, 262.024 (7) & (A) an item that can only be obtained from one source; B. Requesting approval of a "Sole Source Declaration" for SCI Technologies, Inc. d/b/a SkyCop, Inc. for the purchase [through the requisition/PO protocol] of a SkyCop Mobile Surveillance Unit [equipment and related items/services] for all Hidalgo County Elected Offices [commencing with the Sheriff's Office], Departments, Programs and/or Agencies (all funding sources) with the declaration to remain in effect unless otherwise revokes by Hidalgo County Commissioners' Court including compliance with HB23 and/or HB1295 when and if applicable. B. Pct. 1 1. 58499 A. Acceptance and approval of the following listed construction contract documents as awarded by Commissioners' Court on December 13, 2016 (AI#57719) for the following HC Pct. #1- Paving and Drainage Improvements Projects: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 1 – FEMA Road Drainage Improvements - Indian Hills Subdivision 2016-399-12-07 IOC Company $1,280,979.70 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: David Suarez, Chief Administrator to execute change orders that involve Increasing or decreasing 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. C. Pct. 2 1. 59025 A. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Contract No. C-15-300-09-01 for L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, resulting in an amendment to the project limits from (Business 83 to Nolana) to (Nolana to Business 83) and (Business 83 to Ridge Road) for the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project. B. Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for services under Work Authorization No. 1, Contract No. C-15-300-09-01 for L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, resulting in an estimated cost increase of $249,994.32 for the Pct 2 Cesar Chavez Road Project. 2. 59021 Approval of Work Authorization No. 3 (with an estimated cost of $3,969.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-16-208-07-19 to provide construction material testing services for the Pct 2 CRC Youth Facility Project. 3. 58956 Approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $3,994.00) as submitted by Terracon Consultants, Inc., Contract No. C-16-208-07-19 to provide construction material testing services for the Co Wide Mechanic Shop Project. 4. 59022 Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. d/b/a L&G Engineering, Contract No. C-16-258-06-14 thus amending the contract removing/deleting construction contract administration and inspection services from the professional engineering services contract for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension Project. 5. 58889 Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with LEONEL GARZA, JR. & ASSOCIATES, LLC for the purposes of appraisal services for: The Fair Market Value Appraisals in connection with the Acquisition of Land-Sale and/or Exchange, Rights of Way, Easements, Condemnations and Disposition of County owned Property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 2 (on an as needed basis) and as selected for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers by CC on 2/6/17. D. Pct. 4 1. 59044 A. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a professional service; B. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for the provision of "professional engineering services" for Project: Expansion of the Mile 22.5 Road located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Totals Quintanilla, Headly & Associates, Inc. DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc. Alpha Infrastructure Engineering, PLLC Scores 97 95 94 Ranking C. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement for Project: Expansion of the Mile 22.5 Road located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, commencing with the No.1 ranked firm ____________________________ for Engineering Services. D. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a professional service; E. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firms graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms for the provision of "professional engineering services" for Project: Cesar Chavez Road (Owassa - Iowa) located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Totals Strada Engineering and Consulting, LLC Doucet & Associates, Inc. Fulcrum Consulting Services Scores 98 95 92 Ranking F. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a professional engineering services agreement for Project: Cesar Chavez Road (Owassa - Iowa) located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, commencing with the No.1 ranked firm ____________________________ for Engineering Services. 2. 58651 A. Presentation and recommendation by project engineer, Halff & Associates [with concurrent by Pct.] to award Pct. #4's: Recovery and Motor Pool Improvements Project to Synergy Builders of Texas the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid meeting all specifications and/or requirements to Synergy Builders of Texas in the amount of $395,000.00; 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: Maria D. Lucio to execute change orders for Pct. 4 that involve an increase or decrease in the 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. 3. 58887 Presentation & Award to the sole responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best [and as further detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein] and meeting all specifications/requirements, including the approval of contract [but in no event to exceed $50K] for the Request for Sealed Quotes titled: Hidalgo County Pct 4-"Garbage Collection at New San Carlos CRC" through project No.: 2017-097-03-06-SGS. 4. 58867 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional service"; b. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Architectural Firms for the purposes of [Repairs/Renovations/Remodeling, Additions/Alterations and/or Building Review/Assessment Related Services on a [per project basis] for County-owned Buildings/Structures] located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ARCHITECTURAL FIRMS Totals The Warren Group Architects, Inc. Gomez, Mendez & Saenz, Inc. HDR Architecture, Inc. Scores 98 95 93 Ranking c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate an "on call" professional Architectural Services Agreement for the purposes of [Repairs/Renovations/Remodeling, Additions/Alterations and/or Building Review/Assessment Related Services on a [per project basis] for County-owned Buildings/Structures] located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4, with the No.1 ranked firm ____________________________ for Architectural Services. E. District Attorney 1. 58988 Pursuant to current contract #C-10-243-07-06 [holdover status & on an "as needed basis"] for the provision of Autopsy Facility and Related Services between Hidalgo County and Ceballos Funeral Home, we request approval to issue and send written notice of termination effective March 31, 2017.
Open Forum
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: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59035 Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others D. 58898 C-0722-16-E; Santiago Aguilera Lara et al v. County of Hidalgo E. 58922 CL-15-4029-H; Yesenia Garza v. Russell Doaks Suits Jr. and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department F. 58966 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01167; Leticia Martinez G. 59027 Cause No. CCD-0371-E; Hidalgo County RMA v Jose Antonio Aguilar, et al H. 59029 CL-17-1012-F; Cristo Rey Garza v. Hon. Luis Garza I. 58969 Hidalgo County v. Daniel Wayne Young J. 58971 Hidalgo County v. Ramiro Lerma Sanchez & Anna Liza Sanchez 26. 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)
27. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59036 Pending/potential litigation - matter involving joint real estate sale by the County of Hidalgo, City of Edinburg, Edinburg EDC and others D. 58899 C-0722-16-E; Santiago Aguilera Lara et al v. County of Hidalgo E. 58923 CL-15-4029-H; Yesenia Garza v. Russell Doaks Suits Jr. and Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department F. 58967 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-01167; Leticia Martinez G. 59028 Cause No. CCD-0371-E; Hidalgo County RMA v Jose Antonio Aguilar, et al H. 59030 CL-17-1012-F; Cristo Rey Garza v. Hon. Luis Garza I. 58970 Hidalgo County v. Daniel Wayne Young J. 58972 Hidalgo County v. Ramiro Lerma Sanchez & Anna Liza Sanchez 28. Closed Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 29. Open Session: Commissioners Court may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 30. Adjourn