1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 59630 A.) Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 projects, maintenance and operations: 1.) East Donna Drain- Flood Pump 2.) South Mercedes Drain - Flood Pump 3.) Mercedes Lateral - Flood Pump 4.) Pharr McAllen South Drain Outfall Improvements at USIBWC Main Floodway 5.) Alamo Expressway Drainage Project 6. 59365 2013 Bonds Budget 300-J-09 Project Pct.4 Approval to issue payment on the following item: Invoice No. PP22-26 2016 in the amount of $145,522.04 from Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 for reimbursement of labor, machine hours and fuel related to the construction of the J-09 Project (Pay Periods 22 through 26 of 2016). Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group 7. 59599 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 Drainage District No. 1-“Fuel -Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)”-RFB No.: HCDD1-17-029-05-24. Including the re-advertising of project in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. 8. 59600 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 22E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59600 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $37,939.39 to Sierra Title of Hidalgo County, Inc. Order File No. 0003165862, Parcel 22E. 9. 59602 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 37E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59602 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $22,478.13 to Sierra Title of Hidalgo County, Inc. Order File No. 0003161347, Parcel 37E. 10. 59611 A.) Requesting approval to submit to TCEQ the Affected Property Assessment Report Prepared by Halff & Associates as it relates to the Abandoned Rifle / Handgun Firing Range Located at the HCDD1 yard and approval for General Manager to execute. B.) Requesting approval to submit to TCEQ the Response Action Completion Report Prepared by Halff & Associates as it relates to the Abandoned Rifle / Handgun Firing Range Located at the HCDD1 yard and approval for General Manager to execute. 11. 59625 Requesting approval to purchase One (1) 2016 Peterbilt 389 Winch Truck through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 membership/participation with BuyBoard's awarded contract to Rush Truck Centers of Texas, LP (Contract #521-16) in the total amount of $222,143.22 including 5yr/250,000 Miles Extended Warranty, and 5 yr/200,000 Miles After-treatment Extended Warranty. 12. 59637 A.) Approval of Letter to Honorable Congressman Michael McCaul in reference to clarification on the County of Hidalgo Texas position regarding a border wall. B.) Approval of Resolution in Opposition to the Construction of Border Walls in Hidalgo County, Texas. 13. 59642 Requesting approval of the following Work Authorizations as submitted by Millennium Engineering Group, Inc. related to the awarded professional agreement Number C-HCDD1-17-001-01-10 for the provision of Construction Materials Testing Services for: A) Work Authorization No. 1 - Mercedes Lateral Flood Pumps project in the amount of $21,704.50. B) Work Authorization No. 2 - East Donna Drain Flood Pumps project in the amount of $26,550.75. C) Work Authorization No. 3 - South Mercedes Drain Flood Pumps project in the amount of $22,409.25. 14. 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 15. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 16. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 17. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 18. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
59603 Resolution in honor of the Progreso Red Ants Boys Soccer Team.
59604 Consideration and approval of a proclamation declaring May 2017 as Community Action Month
1. 59667 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. 59669 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 59651 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1231) B. 59634 2017 - CO2016-Pct 2 Regional Park (1350) C. 59650 2017-Pct.4 Parks (1100) D. 59638 2017 - D.A. CJD-DVSP (1281) E. 59622 2017 - JAG (1282) F. 59624 2017 - Veterans Services (1100) G. 59601 2017 - Justice Court Tech (1242) H. 59616 2017 - WIC Ineligible Costs (1100) I. 59540 2017 - Sheriff's Office (1100) J. 59532 2017 - HIDTA (1291) K. 59553 2017 - Facilities Mgmt Co Wide (1100) L. 59551 2017 - Facilities Management (1100) M. 59564 2017 - CW Mech Shop (1200) N. 59566 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) O. 59568 2017 - Elections (1100) P. 59515 2017 - Nuisance Abatement (1100) Q. 59503 2017 - Human Resources (1100) R. 59523 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) S. 59502 2017 - 449th District Court (1100) T. 59461 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) U. 59473 2017 - Child Protection Court (1100) V. 59457 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. CPS/EBOLA (1293) W. 59517 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS-HAZARDS (1293) X. 59474 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm. (1293) Y. 59481 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) Z. 59507 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. TX Healthy (1293) AA. 59482 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / ELC (1293) BB. 59483 2017 - Planning Dept (1100) CC. 59486 2017 - Constable Pct #1 (1100) DD. 59490 2017 - Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (1227) EE. 59500 2017 - District Attorney (1223) FF. 59514 2017 - D.A. CJD-VAP (1281) GG. 59524 2017 - DA's Office/Autopsies (1100) HH. 59463 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) II. 59562 2017 - Pct. 1 R&B (1200) JJ. 59480 2017 - Pct. 2 Rd Maint (1200) KK. 59563 2017 - Pct 2 Administration (1200) LL. 59478 2017 - Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) MM. 59556 2017 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) NN. 59477 2017 - Pct 4 Admin (1200) OO. 59476 2017 - Pct.4 Ramseyer Rd (1341) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 59589 TXDOT - Pct 2 S. McColl Rd (1315): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT-Pct 2 Dicker Rd Prj to TXDOT-Pct 2 S. McColl Rd Prj in the amount of $5,000. B. 59607 Pct 2 Various Rd Projects (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Various Road Projects in the amount of $91,082.16 to fund project expenditures. C. 59615 Pct 4 Restitution-1124 M Rd (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency to Pct 4 Restitution-1124 M Rd in the amount of $12,238.71 to fund Change Order #1 with Rigney Construction & Development, LLC for building renovations to "M" Road Building. D. 59581 CO 2014 - Pct 2 LJ Drain Prj (1345): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CO 2014-Pct 2 to CO 2014 Pct 2 LJ Drain Prj in the amount of $128,913.35. E. 59618 WIC Ineligible Costs (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to WIC Ineligible Costs in the amount of $1,092.26 to fund repair & maintenance svcs for mobile clinic. F. 59402 TXDOT-Pct 1 FM907 (Nolana-IH 2) (1315): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT-Pct 1 M2W(Mile12-US83) to TXDOT Pct 1 FM907(Nolana-IH 2) in the amount of $549.09 to fund the Agreement to Contribute ROW Funds with TXDOT. G. 59570 CO 2016- Pct 2 (1350): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CO 2016- Pct 2 LJ Drain Prj to CO 2016-2 in the amount of $128,913.35. 5. Planning Department: A. 59575 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) B. 59448 Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee: Huisache Acres No. 13 Subdivision- Pct.1 (Rick D. Harbison) (Trenton Road & Dillon Road) Reimbursement request: $37,409.27 Trenton Road Construction 6. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 59405 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2017 March B. 59334 District Clerk Fee report for the month of March 2017 $702,137.86 C. 59388 Revised January 2017 Monthly Fee Report for District Clerk 7. Executive Office: A. 59554 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Martiza Morales; Hargill; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of 9th Street go North 230 feet. Will bore Couch Street from East to West. b). Leonso Espinoza; Weslaco; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Orizaba Road go North 350 feet. Will bore Hermosillo Road from East to West. c). Melecio Ramirez; Mercedes; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Mile 9N go South 680 feet. Will bore Compadre from East to West. B. 59454 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Juan Salinas- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Cesar Chavez Road go west 528 feet. Will bore Owassa Road from North to South. San Juan, Texas. b). Osbaldo Izaguirre- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Mile 10 N go north 528 feet. Will bore Mile 6 1/2 W from East to West. Weslaco, Texas. c). Ana J. Seales- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Sharp Road go west 250 feet. Will bore Mile 19 North from North to South. Edinburg, Texas. d). Gabriela Rivas- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Mile 4 1/2 W go west 1,300 feet. Will bore Rancho Viejo Street from North to South. Weslaco, Texas. e). Vanessa Olvera- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Hutch Road go south 200 feet. Will bore River Road from East to West. Donna, Texas. f). Alma Hernandez- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Earling Road go north 25 feet. Will bore Cesar Chavez Road from East from West. San Juan, Texas. g). Avanti East Subdivision: Edinburg, TX; Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Veterans Road go West 90 feet. Will bore Owassa Road from North to South. Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Veterans Road go west 895 feet. Will bore Owassa Road from North to South. Delta Lake Irrigation District: 2). New irrigation 15 in. plastic irrigation pipe to be installed from our existing canal, north approx. 6 mile crossing FM 2812. The pipe will be sleeved into a steel pipe casing across the FM 2812 roadway. 8. Tax Refunds: A. 59510 Account Number Payer Amount M0619.00.000.0015.00 Texas National Bank $5,514.82 M2650.00.003.0004.00 Ruben Pechero $11,252.34 M5000.00.003.0002.02 TGCRRRCC Investments, LLC $2,658.39 T2620.00.000.002A.00 Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC $5,367.01 W6897.00.000.00A2.00 Inter National Bank $8,504.63 B. 59509 Account Number Payer Amount 00015.90.610.0005.10 Genco Energy Services, Inc $12,216.04 C0300.99.186.0003.00 Yuma Corporation $2,677.98 T4090.00.002.0010.01 Jerrel Armstrong $3,827.01 C. 59383 Account Number Payer Amount L6225.02.000.0019.00 Capital Title of Texas, LLC $4,342.21 9. Membership Dues: A. 59511 Sheriff's Office: Requesting approval for requisition no. 340784 for 2017 membership dues to the Texas Jail Association for Captain Adalberto R. Hinojosa, Lt. Toby Rodriguez,, and Lt. Alejandro Reyes in the amount of $30.00 each with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 59565 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for payment of certification for Chief Deputy Eric Sanchez on Hazardous Materials-Incident Commander, payable to Texas Commission on Fire Protection-Fire Service Standards and Certification Division in the amount of $85.00, Requisition # 341406. C. 59506 Sheriff's Office: Requesting approval of requisition #340783 for 2017 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda Madrigal in the amount of $48.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. D. 59455 County Clerk's Office (1100): Requesting approval to pay the 2017 Governmental Collectors Association of Texas (GCAT) membership renewal fees in the total amount of $200.00 for the following individuals: Arturo Guajardo, Jr. - County Clerk - $50.00, Annette Muñiz - Chief Deputy - $50.00, Noe Lopez - Chief of Operations - $50.00, and Juan Perez - Collections Supervisor - $50.00, with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. E. 59466 Public Defenders (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2017 Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association membership dues for Jaime E. Gonzalez, Chief Public Defender and Dora Alicia Garza through Requisition #340817, in the amount of $60.00 each, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 59467 JP Pct. 4 PL. 2 (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the "Justice of the Peace and Constables Association" in the total amount of $60.00 (Req.00315468) for Judge Homer Jasso. 10. Budget & Management: A. 59520 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,026,955.89 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/06/17 to 04/19/17. 04/06-12/17 $ 498,099.70 04/13-19/17 $ 528,856.19 TOTAL $1,026,955.89 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 59521 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $102,719.90 to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/08/17 to 04/21/17. 04/08-14/17 $100,643.16 04/15-21/17 $ 2,076.74 TOTAL $102,719.90 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. 59519 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of April 1-15, 2017 in the amount of $40,419.33 and requesting approval of wire transfer. D. Interfund transfers: 1. 59584 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Project (1315): Approval of 2017 inter-fund transfer from CO2016-Pct 2 Regional Park Project (Fund 1350) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Project (Fund 1315) in the amount of $1,225.00 to fund project expenditures . 2. 59549 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007 (1200), to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower, program 186 and Pct 4 Parks, program 009 (1100), in the total amount of $55,973.30. 3. 59499 Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Emergency Srv. Linn-SM (1301) to Pct 4 Rd. Maint. (1200) in the total amount of $10,833.41. 11. 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. 59492 Requesting authority to advertise with the approval of RFB procurement packet (i.e., specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement etc.,) as provided by project engineer, South Texas Infrastructure, attached hereto for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 - Road Improvements of Sunflower Road"- RFB 2017-128-05-24-HGO [including the re-advertising of project in the event no Bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required]. C. 59585 Requesting approval for Hidalgo County Auditor to process and issue check(s) in the amount of $1,225.00 prior to services being rendered pursuant to Architectural Barriers Administrative Rules 68.80(g) to Mr. Anthony Covacevich- Registered Accessibility Specialist-designated by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in order to permit the processing of: the Project Filing-Plan Review and Inspection for the "Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project" for compliance with ABA rule 68.50(a)(c). D. 59621 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with a Pct. 4 project for invoice processing and payments submitted by: 1. Halff Associates: J.R. "Milo" Ponce Memorial Park - $26,790.00 - Invoice#M224761/P.O. 759817. E. 59627 Seeking ratification of fully executed Change Order No. 4 reflecting an increase of an additional 60 calendar days due to trails initially not meeting ADA requirements for Concrete Walking Trails at San Carlos CRC and Sunflower Park, Pct. No. 4 as submitted though project engineer LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC (C-16-226-06-20) subject to compliance to HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable. F. 59631 PCT. 1: Acceptance and approval for Invoice# Oct. 16-13 in the amount of $17,494.55 as submitted by LeFevre Engineering for professional engineering services provided under Contract C-16-256-07-26 for FEMA Project (Mile 8 North). G. 59559 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final one(1) year term under contract #E-16-114-04-19 with Rod Robertson Enterprises, Inc. for Auctioneer & Storage Services for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions (subject to compliance with HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable). H. 59557 Acceptance and approval for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $20,920.01 as submitted by IOC Company, LLC. awarded under contract C-16-289-09-06 for the provision of Paving & Drainage Improvements for Nittler Road Project. I. 59560 1. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by IOC Company, LLC. reflecting the date of 3/2/17 for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements of Nittler Road Project; 2. Approval of Payment Application No. 6 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $59,489.84 as submitted by IOC Company, LLC. Contract# C-16-289-09-06 for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Nittler Road. J. 59579 Acceptance of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $493,016.51 as submitted by RDH Site and Concrete, LLC for the provision of Paving Improvements - Goolie Road through Contract #C-16-277-08-09 & PO #749735. K. 59547 Ratification of Change Order No. 1 in connection with contract: C-16-289-09-06 for Hidalgo County Precinct 1 - Nittler Road for Paving & Road Improvements as recommended by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Mark Corbitt, P.E. with a cost increase of $22,021.07 including an additional seventeen(17) calendar/working days. L. 59471 Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $130,310.74 for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension project submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-281-11-15 and as reviewed by project inspector, Eugene Palacios, P.E. M. 59491 Approval to exercise the first (1st) (of multiple extensions possible) as provided in contract #C-15-098-06-02 for “Contract for Housing and Confinement of Inmates” under the same rates, terms, and conditions effective June 17, 2017 through June 16, 2018. N. 59528 Requesting approval to cancel RFB No.:2017-039a-03-22-SGS-titled: Hidalgo Co. Sheriff's Office-Repair-Installation & Removal of Communication and Radio Tower Misc. Equipment on County-owned and Lease Towers", as modifications to the Specifications are necessary in connection with Leased Radio Towers and the authority to re-advertise this project. O. 59485 Approval to exercise the fifth (5th) (of multiple extensions possible) as provided in contract #C-12-040-05-22 for “Lease of Radio Tower Space - McCook" under the same terms, and conditions effective May 26, 2017 through May 25, 2018. P. 59487 Acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 3 to [extend the term an additional sixty (60) days for extension of a retaining wall (approximately 200 LF) ] with an "increase" of $ (57,000.00) revising estimated total cost to ($ 228,747.39) in connection to agreement #C-16-145A-07-19 with RG Enterprises, LLC. dba, G&G Construction as [reviewed/recommended by project architect Mata-Garcia Architects, LLP] for ongoing project: ["Landscape/Structural and Irrigation Construction for the San Carlos CRC"] in Precinct 4 and subject to HB1295 when and if applicable. Q. 59465 Pursuant to Texas Constitution Article 3, Section 52, presentation by the Sheriff's Office of the "public purpose" served for the request to purchase "picture frames" to be used for command staff portraits that will be displayed at the Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Center through requisition #00339579-$194.68. R. 59450 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County “Purchase - Removal and Related Services for Shredded and Recyclable Materials RFB-2017-058-xx-xx-TDL” including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, or, Responses are rejected and project is still required. S. 59385 Approval to complete and submit along with the $15.00 fee for an ALARM PERMIT for WIC CLINIC #1224 [located at 300 Hall Acres Rd.-Pharr, Tx 78577] as required by the City of Pharr/Police Department [as supporting documentation confirms and details]. T. 59372 Add Fuel Cards/Users for the following: 1. Hidalgo County Headstart Program - Fuel User 2. Constable Pct No. 1 - Fuel cards
59542 Requesting authority to exercise the additional one (1) year period extension as provided in current contract #C-16-134-05-10 for: "EXTRACTION of WATER (DEWATERING)" for HIDALGO COUNTY, under the same rates, terms and conditions with GEM Services, LLP (subject to compliance with HB1295 when and/if applicable).
County Judge's Office: A. 59633 Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding letters opposing SB 1338 and HB 3011. B. 59596 Resolution in support of House Bill 1598 related to the establishment of the Disaster Identification System for a State of Disaster C. 59646 Appointment of board member to represent the County of Hidalgo on the McAllen Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board of Directors. D. 59647 Appointment of board member to represent the County of Hidalgo on the Pharr Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board of Directors.
District Attorney's Office: 59516 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).
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 59531 Approval of Interfund Transfer from Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's HIDTA Task Force Chapter 59 fund (1251) to the Sheriff's Chapter 59 fund (1227) and Constable Pct. 3 Chapter 59 fund (1230). B. 59530 HIDTA Sharing US Treasury (1252) Approval and authorization of interfund transfer from Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force U.S. Treasury fund (1252) to the Sheriff's U.S. Treasury fund (1228) and the Constable Pct. 3 U.S. Treasury fund (1257) and the Constable Pct. 4 U.S. Treasury fund (1259) in the amount of $10,000.00 respectively.
Constables: A. 59590 Constable Pct. #1: Requesting approval to process the following Invoice as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor: VENDOR: Dr. Gregorio Pina INVOICE# AMOUNT:$200.00 P.O. NUMBER 738861 B. 59548 Constable Pct. #1: 1. Approval to accept the award for K9s4COPS grant. 2. Approval and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign terms and conditions agreement and any other required documents. C. 59537 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.
Sheriff's Office: A. 59591 1. Authorization to accept the transfer of one Mine Resistant Ambush Protected 6 Wheeled (MRAP) vehicle under the State 1033 Program. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, and Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign the Law Enforcement Agency Executive Order 13688 - Controlled Property Request Authorization form. 3. Authorization for pre-approval to include on the Controlled Property Request Authorization form the following items, if and when available from the State 1033 Program: one HMMWV (Humvee) vehicle and two cargo trucks. 4. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign other required documents. B. 59525 1. Approval to accept the award for K9s4COPs grant. 2. Approval and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign terms and conditions agreement and any other required documents. C. 59347 1. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Edinburg Police Department reference to disposing of forfeited contraband, pursuant to Chapter 59 Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, in connection to Case No. C-8351-14-B. 2. Approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign document (three original copies).
Executive Office: 59597 Approval for the County Judge to sign a certificate for Clifton Higher Education Facilities Finance Corporation Education Revenue and Refunding Bonds (IDEA Public Schools), Series 2017, solely for the purpose of satisfying the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Human Resources: A. 59628 WIC (1292): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create the following part-time temporary positions not to exceed 13 weeks, effective May 22, 2017 through August 16, 2017. Action Dept./ Program Position Title Slot # Budgeted Salary/ Hourly Rate Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0001 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0002 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0003 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0004 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0005 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0006 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0007 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0008 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. 3. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action. B. 59518 JAG (1282)/Criminal Auxiliary Court (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 03/20/2017: Action Dept./ Program Slot # Position Title Object Code Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance Change In Funding Source 115-047 G001 (Delete) Court Coordinator 113 $49,162.00 $0.00 115 $900.00 $0.00 045-001 0006 (Create) Court Coordinator 113 $0.00 $49,162.00 115 $0.00 $900.00 3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. C. 59522 Sheriff / Jail (1100) / Jail Commissary (2102): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 05/15/2017: Action Slot# Dept./Program Current Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Salary Adjustment / Increase 0021 280-001 Accountant IV $28,920.00 $14,920.00 0016 280-015 $24,645.00 $40,080.00 Create 0428 280-001 Program Manager I $0.00 $49,920.00 Create 0429 280-001 Technician III $0.00 $33,755.00 Delete / Longevity (delete) 0362 280-001 Procurement Specialist $45,920.00 $0.00 $900.00 $0.00 Delete 0424 280-001 Technician I $24,960.00 $0.00 D. 59231 139th DC (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period, 5/15/2017: Action Dept./ Program Slot# Position Title Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance Salary Adjustment (Increase) / Add Allowance (Interpreter Pay) 003-001 0003 Bailiff $45,092.00 $50,395.00 $0.00 $6,000.00 3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
Urban County: A. 59641 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, Requesting authorization and/or approval to enter into a Takeover Agreement with Western American Insurance Company. The Surety Company will be undertaking the completion of the Original Contract for CAS Companies, L.P. in accordance with the terms of the Performance Bond for the Hidalgo County Precinct #4 – Parks and Recreation Improvements – Sunflower Park. B. 59545 Presentation on the status of the Delta Area Connector/East Lateral Phase I, II and III by LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 59536 Health Division: Requesting authorization to submit the revalidation application to continue enrollment in Medicare, and approval for County Judge and County Treasurer to sign related forms and documents. B. 59453 Health & Human Services - TECE Grant (1293): 1. Requesting approval to accept the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion grant contract #537-18-0322-00001 in the amount of $295,041.00 for the period of 09/01/2017 to 08/31/2019. 2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the TECE contract and related documents. 3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $295,041.00. 4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $147,521.00 for the FY 18 grant period and $147,520.00 for the FY 19 grant period. 5. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions: Action Dept./ Program Slot# Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary Create 340-071-8 G001 Epidemiologist I $51,500.00 Create 340-071-8 G002 Epidemiologist I $55,620.00 6. Approval to transfer employee no. 212717 to Slot# G001 (340-071), effective 09/01/2017. 7. Approval to transfer employee no. 204153 to Slot# G002 (340-071), effective 09/01/2017. C. 59472 Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between the County of Hidalgo and Mission Consolidated Independent School District. The purpose of the Agreement is Public Health Preparedness and Response. D.59498 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and Remote Area Medical. Remote Area Medical is equipped with assembly resources to provide and conduct public health emergency response services. E. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures F. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Adult Probation: 59539 February 2017 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $4,490.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $4,490.00 March 2017 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $2,208.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $2,208.00
Facilities Management: 59456 Facilities Management: Requesting authority for County Judge to sign the Inspection Response Form (stating all violations cited have been corrected) from Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Compliance Division - Architectural Barriers (ADA) for the following building: Hidalgo County Autopsy Facility located at: 3100A S. Business 281, Edinburg, Texas 78539
IT Department: A. 59255 Requesting approval of the following claim/invoices (U.S. Postal Rates) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment/check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor: Information Management Services Invoice 21387 - 07/13/16 - $157.72 Invoice 07476 - 02/09/16 - $3,277.85 Invoice 07511 - 02/22/16 - $1,251.73 Invoice 07584 - 03/23/16 - $3,649.15 Invoice 07880 - 07/13/16 - $811.79 B. 59617 COMMISSIONER PCT. 4 Authorization and approval to continue wireless service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Description: User: Service Plan: MDN: Continue cell phone service Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99 + $5.00 taxes/fees per month 956-483-0602 Continue cell phone service Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99 + $5.00 taxes/fees per month 956-483-0835 C. 59608 DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE / AUDITOR'S OFFICE Authorization and approval to continue and purchase new service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Department: Description: User: Service Plan: MDN: District Attorney's Office New cell phone Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99 + $3.00 taxes/fees per month New Auditor's Office Continue Service Office Use 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 per month 956-358-1076 Auditor's Office Continue Service Office Use 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 per month 956-587-2852 D. 59479 Executive Office: Authorization and approval for new wireless device service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Departments: Quantity: Description: User: Service Plan: Equipment Cost: Elections 1 Data Service(GPS) Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00/month $0 Fac. Mgmt 3 Data Service(GPS) Office Use Machine to Machine Acct. Share 1MB@ 5.00/mo. (2) Machine to Machine Acct. Share 5MB@ 7.00/mo. (1) $0
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates. B. 59552 Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of Elsa for their election to be held on May 6, 2017.
WIC: 59494 WIC-Summer Food Program (1292) Requesting approval of the Budget Appropriation in the amount of $75,000.00.
Planning Department: 59488 1. Preliminary Approval a. L.C.J. Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Ruben De La Garza Hinojosa, Owner) (Canton Road & Cesar Chavez Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of Canton Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Canton Road. b. Eduardo’s No. 17 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Aniceto Izaguirre, Owner) (Mile 6 North Road & Trosper Road) No. of Lots: 78 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System & Drainage Ditch widening. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Alton Paved: Yes, Mile 6 North Road and 3 internal streets to be paved 2. Final Approval a. Vel Ree Subdivision- Pct.4 (Edgar Vela, Owner) (El Rucio Road & U.S. Hwy 281) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of El Rucio Road side ditch ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, El Rucio Road. 3. Final Approval With Financial Guarantee a. Luz & Tomas Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Tomas De Leon, Owner) (Doffing Road & Mile 6 North Road) No. of Lots: 1 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of Doffing Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, Financial Guarantee 1 OSSF Paved: Yes, Doffing Road. b. Sol Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Luis Garcia, Owner) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 2 East Road) No. of Lots: 12 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System & construction of Drainage Ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Sewer: Yes, Financial Guarantee 12 OSSF(S) Paved: Yes, Mile 4 North Road and Mile 2 East Road.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 59632 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with the San Juan Cemetery Association approved by CC 01/10/17 (AI#57923). C. 59464 Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Swimming Pool (1100): Approval and authorization to increase the current change fund by $15.00 (from $10.00 to $25.00) for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Swimming Pool in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 130.902.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 59583 1. Acceptance of resignation of Filomena Leo, board member from South Texas ISD Board 2. Appointment of member to South Texas ISD Board B. 59508 Requesting authorization to install 3 Way Stop signs at the Intersection of Mile 8 and Shary Rd.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A.59609 Presentation on FEMA status update B.59626 1. Acceptance of resignation of Louie Kieffer, board member of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #3 Board 2. Appointment of Travis Richards to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #3 Board C. 59501 Pct.4 Rd. Maint (1200): 1. Approval of 2016 certification of revenues by County Auditor of funds received from the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for reimbursements from the J-09 Drain Project. 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 4 Rd. Maint. in the amount of $145,522.04.
Budget & Management: A. 59652 Status update regarding the Hidalgo County Rural Subdivision Streetlight Pilot Program B. 59643 2016 Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Ratification of Sheriff’s Office grant acceptance date approved by CC on March 7, 2017, AI-58762, from 3/07/17 to 5/02/2017. 2. Ratification of Constable Pct. 1 grant acceptance date approved by CC on March 7, 2017, AI-58799, from 3/07/17 to 4/17/17. C. 59635 TXDOT-Pct 3: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the FM494 (FM676-SH107) Project, CSJ 0864-01-068, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation. D. 59398 TXDOT Pct 1: 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Agreement to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for the right of way acquisition for FM907 from Nolana Rd to IH-2 (CSJ: 1586-01-069) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. 2. Approval to issue check payable to the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of $549.09 for the County's estimated share of right of way acquisitions for the FM907 Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ: 1586-01-069) E. 59546 TXDOT Pct 4 - FM1925 (Kenyon-FM907) (1315): Discussion and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign certification of Tabulation of Utility Adjustments (SUP) for FM1925 ROW CSJ 1803-02-033. F. Budget Appropriations: 1. 59386 Pct 4 Rd. Maint (1200): A. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the City of McAllen for the road improvements to Mile 5 Road(Taylor-Ware). B. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 4 Rd. Maint in the amount of $65,262.50.
Hidalgo County 1. 59613 A. Action to cease negotiations with the number one [#1] ranked firm, the Dannenbaum Group in connection with Program Management Services for the Design & Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; B. Approval to commence negotiations with the number two [#2] ranked firm of Jacobs [as shown on the original agenda item attached as supporting documentation] in connection with the provision of Program Management Services for he Design and Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; C. Selection and/or designation of negotiation team members by HCCC. B. Pct. 1 1. 59496 Presentation of the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [and meeting all specifications and requirements] for the purpose of award of bid to Benchmark Utility Contractors Inc., dba, Centex Trucking including approval of the contract for the project numbered and titled: RFB No. 2017-052-05-02 "Hauling Services for Millings", subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. C. Pct. 4 1. 59629 Approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 to WA 3 for "Additional Services" with an "increase" of ($ 41,270.00) revising the estimated total cost to ($ 89,360.00) as submitted by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc., under (on call) Professional Services Agreement# C-16-188-05-10 for “Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings” (on an as needed basis) for: "job specific" Project: ["MILO PONCE PARK"] in Precinct 4. 2. 59526 As directed by Precinct 4, requesting rescission of action taken by CC on 03/21/17 for Regular agenda #23.D.1. items A,B, & C (AI-59044), Selection/Ranking and Authority to Negotiate with the #1 firm selected, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.for the provisions of (job specific) project: "engineering services" for: "Expansion of Mile 22.5 North Road ". 3. 59497 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; b. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms in connection to Professional Engineering Services for: "On Call" "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Firm HALFF & ASSOCIATES, INC. CRUZ HOGAN CONSULTANTS, INC. DOUCET & ASSOCIATES Score 97 95 93 Ranked c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of an (ON CALL)- Engineering Services for: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . d. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; e. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to "Professional Appraisal SERVICES" for: "MULTIPLE" (ON CALL) Appraisal Services Agreements for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL FIRMS: Firm LEONEL GARZA JR. & ASSOCIATES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked Firm APPRAISAL HAUS THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked f. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate "multiple" Professional Services Agreement (s) for the purposes of "On Call"-Appraisal Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the (multiple) ranked firms: ______________________________________ & _________________________________. g. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; h. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to Professional Appraisal Services for an: (On Call) Appraisal Review Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL REVIEW FIRMS: Firms PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Scores 98 94 90 Ranking i. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of (On Call) "Appraisal REVIEW Services" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 4. 59459 Presentation of responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and meeting all specifications and/or requirements (as detailed in the documentation contained herein) for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - Precinct No. 4 - "Hauling Services for Hot Mix" through project No.: 2017-056-04-12-FAZ and subject to HB 1295 when and if applicable. 5. 59458 Approval of correction to Change Order No. 1 in connection with Pct. 4 "Renovation at M Road Building" (C-16-321-10-04) reflecting the increase of 160 Calendar Days from Change Order Effective Date approved on 02/21/2017 under AI- 58608 which reflected only 60 days. 6. 59468 As required and directed by County Auditor staff to Precinct #4, Commissioners Court's approval of a clarification to Reg. AI#57773 [CC/12-13-16] in order to process payment of invoices for the following vendors: A. Pavement Markings [PO#739727-$5,664.60] total length of project 3.5 miles and pro-rated as: 1. County Length 1.4 Miles=40% of $5,664.60 or $2,265.84 is County portion of expenditure; 2. City Length 2.1 Miles=60% or $5,664.60 or $3,398.76 [to be charged to Aid to Governments] B. Frontera Materials Invoice [PO#739649/$17,540.36] entire amount is a County expenditure. D. IT Department: 1. 59543 A. Acceptance and approval to utilize and purchase through the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NCPA)Contract #01-65 awarded vendor, Synnex Corporation's, authorized reseller, Richline Technical Services, LLC.; B. Acceptance and approval of proposal [detailed/attached herein] in the amount of $56,995.00 submitted by Richline Technical Services, LLC, [authorized reseller of NCPA awarded contractor, Synnex Corp.] reseller's vendor for the products and support of Hidalgo County's new video conferencing equipment [through submitted Requisition #315769 subject to compliance of HB 1295 when and if applicable. E. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 59538 Request approval to purchase Ten Guardian 190 G4 Professional Mosquito Control Sprayers (Vector Control Equipment) from ADAPCO, INC. through Buyboard Contract 447-14 with each sprayer priced at $7,331.00 totaling $73,310.00 through submitted Requisition #340538 and subject to compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. F. Sheriff's Office 1. 59484 Presentation of "sealed quotes" received for the purpose of award and approval of contract documentation to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best quote [while meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached hereto] but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50K for: Hidalgo County SHERIFF'S OFFICE "DNA TESTING LAB SERVICES - RFSQ-2017-054-04-13-TDL" G. District Attorney 1. 59567 Requesting approval of Amendment #2 to construction contract # C-16-238-07-19 with Herrcon, LLC for the Construction of Space Pressure Control at the Autopsy Facility to reflect correct liquidated damages amount. H. Co. Wide 1. 59555 A. Requesting authority to Rescind action taken by CC on 4/18/17 thru Regular AI-59291 as it is in the best interest of the County to do so in order to have most common pre-cast safety end treatments available for end users; B. Presentation of the sole responsible vendor L & R Pre-Cast Concrete Works, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid to a number of items [meeting all specifications and/or requirements-as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for the Request for Bids titled: Hidalgo County - "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatment" through project No.: 2017-047-04-05-FAZ including compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable; C. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for all other sizes still needed for which no bids were received: Hidalgo County "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatments" - RFB No.: 2017-047a-00-00-FAZ, including the re-advertisement of project if necessary.
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. 59533 CL-17-1754-B; Jose Andres De La Fuente v Valsev, LLC et al D. 59504 Claim of Lynda Faye Quiros-Dickerson E. 59653 C-1893-17-G; Sergio C. Venegas et al v Unifund CCR Partners et al 29. 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)
59580 Requesting approval to accept counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 1 for the Pct 2 LJ Drain Project.
C. 59534 CL-17-1754-B; Jose Andres De La Fuente v Valsev, LLC et al D. 59505 Claim of Lynda Faye Quiros-Dickerson E. 59654 C-1893-17-G; Sergio C. Venegas et al v Unifund CCR Partners et al
Hidalgo County 1. 59613 A. Action to cease negotiations with the number one [#1] ranked firm, the Dannenbaum Group in connection with Program Management Services for the Design & Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; B. Approval to commence negotiations with the number two [#2] ranked firm of Jacobs [as shown on the original agenda item attached as supporting documentation] in connection with the provision of Program Management Services for he Design and Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; C. Selection and/or designation of negotiation team members by HCCC. B. Pct. 1 1. 59496 Presentation of the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [and meeting all specifications and requirements] for the purpose of award of bid to Benchmark Utility Contractors Inc., dba, Centex Trucking including approval of the contract for the project numbered and titled: RFB No. 2017-052-05-02 "Hauling Services for Millings", subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. C. Pct. 4 1. 59629 Approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 to WA 3 for "Additional Services" with an "increase" of ($ 41,270.00) revising the estimated total cost to ($ 89,360.00) as submitted by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc., under (on call) Professional Services Agreement# C-16-188-05-10 for “Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings” (on an as needed basis) for: "job specific" Project: ["MILO PONCE PARK"] in Precinct 4. 2. 59526 As directed by Precinct 4, requesting rescission of action taken by CC on 03/21/17 for Regular agenda #23.D.1. items A,B, & C (AI-59044), Selection/Ranking and Authority to Negotiate with the #1 firm selected, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.for the provisions of (job specific) project: "engineering services" for: "Expansion of Mile 22.5 North Road ". 3. 59497 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; b. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms in connection to Professional Engineering Services for: "On Call" "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Firm HALFF & ASSOCIATES, INC. CRUZ HOGAN CONSULTANTS, INC. DOUCET & ASSOCIATES Score 97 95 93 Ranked c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of an (ON CALL)- Engineering Services for: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . d. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; e. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to "Professional Appraisal SERVICES" for: "MULTIPLE" (ON CALL) Appraisal Services Agreements for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL FIRMS: Firm LEONEL GARZA JR. & ASSOCIATES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked Firm APPRAISAL HAUS THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked f. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate "multiple" Professional Services Agreement (s) for the purposes of "On Call"-Appraisal Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the (multiple) ranked firms: ______________________________________ & _________________________________. g. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; h. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to Professional Appraisal Services for an: (On Call) Appraisal Review Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL REVIEW FIRMS: Firms PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Scores 98 94 90 Ranking i. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of (On Call) "Appraisal REVIEW Services" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 4. 59459 Presentation of responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and meeting all specifications and/or requirements (as detailed in the documentation contained herein) for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - Precinct No. 4 - "Hauling Services for Hot Mix" through project No.: 2017-056-04-12-FAZ and subject to HB 1295 when and if applicable. 5. 59458 Approval of correction to Change Order No. 1 in connection with Pct. 4 "Renovation at M Road Building" (C-16-321-10-04) reflecting the increase of 160 Calendar Days from Change Order Effective Date approved on 02/21/2017 under AI- 58608 which reflected only 60 days. 6. 59468 As required and directed by County Auditor staff to Precinct #4, Commissioners Court's approval of a clarification to Reg. AI#57773 [CC/12-13-16] in order to process payment of invoices for the following vendors: A. Pavement Markings [PO#739727-$5,664.60] total length of project 3.5 miles and pro-rated as: 1. County Length 1.4 Miles=40% of $5,664.60 or $2,265.84 is County portion of expenditure; 2. City Length 2.1 Miles=60% or $5,664.60 or $3,398.76 [to be charged to Aid to Governments] B. Frontera Materials Invoice [PO#739649/$17,540.36] entire amount is a County expenditure. D. IT Department: 1. 59543 A. Acceptance and approval to utilize and purchase through the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NCPA)Contract #01-65 awarded vendor, Synnex Corporation's, authorized reseller, Richline Technical Services, LLC.; B. Acceptance and approval of proposal [detailed/attached herein] in the amount of $56,995.00 submitted by Richline Technical Services, LLC, [authorized reseller of NCPA awarded contractor, Synnex Corp.] reseller's vendor for the products and support of Hidalgo County's new video conferencing equipment [through submitted Requisition #315769 subject to compliance of HB 1295 when and if applicable. E. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 59538 Request approval to purchase Ten Guardian 190 G4 Professional Mosquito Control Sprayers (Vector Control Equipment) from ADAPCO, INC. through Buyboard Contract 447-14 with each sprayer priced at $7,331.00 totaling $73,310.00 through submitted Requisition #340538 and subject to compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. F. Sheriff's Office 1. 59484 Presentation of "sealed quotes" received for the purpose of award and approval of contract documentation to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best quote [while meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached hereto] but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50K for: Hidalgo County SHERIFF'S OFFICE "DNA TESTING LAB SERVICES - RFSQ-2017-054-04-13-TDL" G. District Attorney 1. 59567 Requesting approval of Amendment #2 to construction contract # C-16-238-07-19 with Herrcon, LLC for the Construction of Space Pressure Control at the Autopsy Facility to reflect correct liquidated damages amount. H. Co. Wide 1. 59555 A. Requesting authority to Rescind action taken by CC on 4/18/17 thru Regular AI-59291 as it is in the best interest of the County to do so in order to have most common pre-cast safety end treatments available for end users; B. Presentation of the sole responsible vendor L & R Pre-Cast Concrete Works, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid to a number of items [meeting all specifications and/or requirements-as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for the Request for Bids titled: Hidalgo County - "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatment" through project No.: 2017-047-04-05-FAZ including compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable; C. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for all other sizes still needed for which no bids were received: Hidalgo County "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatments" - RFB No.: 2017-047a-00-00-FAZ, including the re-advertisement of project if necessary.
27. Open Forum 33. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 59630 A.) Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 projects, maintenance and operations: 1.) East Donna Drain- Flood Pump 2.) South Mercedes Drain - Flood Pump 3.) Mercedes Lateral - Flood Pump 4.) Pharr McAllen South Drain Outfall Improvements at USIBWC Main Floodway 5.) Alamo Expressway Drainage Project 6. 59365 2013 Bonds Budget 300-J-09 Project Pct.4 Approval to issue payment on the following item: Invoice No. PP22-26 2016 in the amount of $145,522.04 from Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 for reimbursement of labor, machine hours and fuel related to the construction of the J-09 Project (Pay Periods 22 through 26 of 2016). Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group 7. 59599 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 Drainage District No. 1-“Fuel -Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)”-RFB No.: HCDD1-17-029-05-24. Including the re-advertising of project in the event no Bid responses are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. 8. 59600 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 22E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59600 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $37,939.39 to Sierra Title of Hidalgo County, Inc. Order File No. 0003165862, Parcel 22E. 9. 59602 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 37E as it relates to La Joya Bypass Outfall Ditch Project and authority of the Chairman of the Board to execute documents. B. Pursuant to the Boards approval of Agenda Item No. 59602 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $22,478.13 to Sierra Title of Hidalgo County, Inc. Order File No. 0003161347, Parcel 37E. 10. 59611 A.) Requesting approval to submit to TCEQ the Affected Property Assessment Report Prepared by Halff & Associates as it relates to the Abandoned Rifle / Handgun Firing Range Located at the HCDD1 yard and approval for General Manager to execute. B.) Requesting approval to submit to TCEQ the Response Action Completion Report Prepared by Halff & Associates as it relates to the Abandoned Rifle / Handgun Firing Range Located at the HCDD1 yard and approval for General Manager to execute. 11. 59625 Requesting approval to purchase One (1) 2016 Peterbilt 389 Winch Truck through the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 membership/participation with BuyBoard's awarded contract to Rush Truck Centers of Texas, LP (Contract #521-16) in the total amount of $222,143.22 including 5yr/250,000 Miles Extended Warranty, and 5 yr/200,000 Miles After-treatment Extended Warranty. 12. 59637 A.) Approval of Letter to Honorable Congressman Michael McCaul in reference to clarification on the County of Hidalgo Texas position regarding a border wall. B.) Approval of Resolution in Opposition to the Construction of Border Walls in Hidalgo County, Texas. 13. 59642 Requesting approval of the following Work Authorizations as submitted by Millennium Engineering Group, Inc. related to the awarded professional agreement Number C-HCDD1-17-001-01-10 for the provision of Construction Materials Testing Services for: A) Work Authorization No. 1 - Mercedes Lateral Flood Pumps project in the amount of $21,704.50. B) Work Authorization No. 2 - East Donna Drain Flood Pumps project in the amount of $26,550.75. C) Work Authorization No. 3 - South Mercedes Drain Flood Pumps project in the amount of $22,409.25. 14. 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 15. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 16. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 17. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 18. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
59603 Resolution in honor of the Progreso Red Ants Boys Soccer Team.
59604 Consideration and approval of a proclamation declaring May 2017 as Community Action Month
1. 59667 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. 59669 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 59651 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1231) B. 59634 2017 - CO2016-Pct 2 Regional Park (1350) C. 59650 2017-Pct.4 Parks (1100) D. 59638 2017 - D.A. CJD-DVSP (1281) E. 59622 2017 - JAG (1282) F. 59624 2017 - Veterans Services (1100) G. 59601 2017 - Justice Court Tech (1242) H. 59616 2017 - WIC Ineligible Costs (1100) I. 59540 2017 - Sheriff's Office (1100) J. 59532 2017 - HIDTA (1291) K. 59553 2017 - Facilities Mgmt Co Wide (1100) L. 59551 2017 - Facilities Management (1100) M. 59564 2017 - CW Mech Shop (1200) N. 59566 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) O. 59568 2017 - Elections (1100) P. 59515 2017 - Nuisance Abatement (1100) Q. 59503 2017 - Human Resources (1100) R. 59523 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) S. 59502 2017 - 449th District Court (1100) T. 59461 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) U. 59473 2017 - Child Protection Court (1100) V. 59457 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. CPS/EBOLA (1293) W. 59517 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / CPS-HAZARDS (1293) X. 59474 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Health Adm. (1293) Y. 59481 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Clinics (1100) Z. 59507 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. TX Healthy (1293) AA. 59482 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / ELC (1293) BB. 59483 2017 - Planning Dept (1100) CC. 59486 2017 - Constable Pct #1 (1100) DD. 59490 2017 - Sheriff's Investigation HB 65 (1227) EE. 59500 2017 - District Attorney (1223) FF. 59514 2017 - D.A. CJD-VAP (1281) GG. 59524 2017 - DA's Office/Autopsies (1100) HH. 59463 2017 - Elections Dept (1100) II. 59562 2017 - Pct. 1 R&B (1200) JJ. 59480 2017 - Pct. 2 Rd Maint (1200) KK. 59563 2017 - Pct 2 Administration (1200) LL. 59478 2017 - Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) MM. 59556 2017 - Pct.4 Road Maint (1200) NN. 59477 2017 - Pct 4 Admin (1200) OO. 59476 2017 - Pct.4 Ramseyer Rd (1341) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 59589 TXDOT - Pct 2 S. McColl Rd (1315): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT-Pct 2 Dicker Rd Prj to TXDOT-Pct 2 S. McColl Rd Prj in the amount of $5,000. B. 59607 Pct 2 Various Rd Projects (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Various Road Projects in the amount of $91,082.16 to fund project expenditures. C. 59615 Pct 4 Restitution-1124 M Rd (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm-Contingency to Pct 4 Restitution-1124 M Rd in the amount of $12,238.71 to fund Change Order #1 with Rigney Construction & Development, LLC for building renovations to "M" Road Building. D. 59581 CO 2014 - Pct 2 LJ Drain Prj (1345): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CO 2014-Pct 2 to CO 2014 Pct 2 LJ Drain Prj in the amount of $128,913.35. E. 59618 WIC Ineligible Costs (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency to WIC Ineligible Costs in the amount of $1,092.26 to fund repair & maintenance svcs for mobile clinic. F. 59402 TXDOT-Pct 1 FM907 (Nolana-IH 2) (1315): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from TXDOT-Pct 1 M2W(Mile12-US83) to TXDOT Pct 1 FM907(Nolana-IH 2) in the amount of $549.09 to fund the Agreement to Contribute ROW Funds with TXDOT. G. 59570 CO 2016- Pct 2 (1350): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from CO 2016- Pct 2 LJ Drain Prj to CO 2016-2 in the amount of $128,913.35. 5. Planning Department: A. 59575 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) B. 59448 Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee: Huisache Acres No. 13 Subdivision- Pct.1 (Rick D. Harbison) (Trenton Road & Dillon Road) Reimbursement request: $37,409.27 Trenton Road Construction 6. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 59405 District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2017 March B. 59334 District Clerk Fee report for the month of March 2017 $702,137.86 C. 59388 Revised January 2017 Monthly Fee Report for District Clerk 7. Executive Office: A. 59554 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Martiza Morales; Hargill; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of 9th Street go North 230 feet. Will bore Couch Street from East to West. b). Leonso Espinoza; Weslaco; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Orizaba Road go North 350 feet. Will bore Hermosillo Road from East to West. c). Melecio Ramirez; Mercedes; Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Mile 9N go South 680 feet. Will bore Compadre from East to West. B. 59454 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Juan Salinas- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Cesar Chavez Road go west 528 feet. Will bore Owassa Road from North to South. San Juan, Texas. b). Osbaldo Izaguirre- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Mile 10 N go north 528 feet. Will bore Mile 6 1/2 W from East to West. Weslaco, Texas. c). Ana J. Seales- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Sharp Road go west 250 feet. Will bore Mile 19 North from North to South. Edinburg, Texas. d). Gabriela Rivas- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Mile 4 1/2 W go west 1,300 feet. Will bore Rancho Viejo Street from North to South. Weslaco, Texas. e). Vanessa Olvera- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Hutch Road go south 200 feet. Will bore River Road from East to West. Donna, Texas. f). Alma Hernandez- Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" water service, from the centerline of Earling Road go north 25 feet. Will bore Cesar Chavez Road from East from West. San Juan, Texas. g). Avanti East Subdivision: Edinburg, TX; Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Veterans Road go West 90 feet. Will bore Owassa Road from North to South. Proposing to bore a 16" PVC casing for a 8" waterline, from the centerline of Veterans Road go west 895 feet. Will bore Owassa Road from North to South. Delta Lake Irrigation District: 2). New irrigation 15 in. plastic irrigation pipe to be installed from our existing canal, north approx. 6 mile crossing FM 2812. The pipe will be sleeved into a steel pipe casing across the FM 2812 roadway. 8. Tax Refunds: A. 59510 Account Number Payer Amount M0619.00.000.0015.00 Texas National Bank $5,514.82 M2650.00.003.0004.00 Ruben Pechero $11,252.34 M5000.00.003.0002.02 TGCRRRCC Investments, LLC $2,658.39 T2620.00.000.002A.00 Texas Roadhouse Holdings LLC $5,367.01 W6897.00.000.00A2.00 Inter National Bank $8,504.63 B. 59509 Account Number Payer Amount 00015.90.610.0005.10 Genco Energy Services, Inc $12,216.04 C0300.99.186.0003.00 Yuma Corporation $2,677.98 T4090.00.002.0010.01 Jerrel Armstrong $3,827.01 C. 59383 Account Number Payer Amount L6225.02.000.0019.00 Capital Title of Texas, LLC $4,342.21 9. Membership Dues: A. 59511 Sheriff's Office: Requesting approval for requisition no. 340784 for 2017 membership dues to the Texas Jail Association for Captain Adalberto R. Hinojosa, Lt. Toby Rodriguez,, and Lt. Alejandro Reyes in the amount of $30.00 each with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. B. 59565 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for payment of certification for Chief Deputy Eric Sanchez on Hazardous Materials-Incident Commander, payable to Texas Commission on Fire Protection-Fire Service Standards and Certification Division in the amount of $85.00, Requisition # 341406. C. 59506 Sheriff's Office: Requesting approval of requisition #340783 for 2017 membership dues to the American Jail Association for Captain Belinda Madrigal in the amount of $48.00 with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. D. 59455 County Clerk's Office (1100): Requesting approval to pay the 2017 Governmental Collectors Association of Texas (GCAT) membership renewal fees in the total amount of $200.00 for the following individuals: Arturo Guajardo, Jr. - County Clerk - $50.00, Annette Muñiz - Chief Deputy - $50.00, Noe Lopez - Chief of Operations - $50.00, and Juan Perez - Collections Supervisor - $50.00, with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. E. 59466 Public Defenders (1100): Requesting approval to pay 2017 Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association membership dues for Jaime E. Gonzalez, Chief Public Defender and Dora Alicia Garza through Requisition #340817, in the amount of $60.00 each, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. F. 59467 JP Pct. 4 PL. 2 (1100): Requesting approval to pay membership dues to the "Justice of the Peace and Constables Association" in the total amount of $60.00 (Req.00315468) for Judge Homer Jasso. 10. Budget & Management: A. 59520 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,026,955.89 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/06/17 to 04/19/17. 04/06-12/17 $ 498,099.70 04/13-19/17 $ 528,856.19 TOTAL $1,026,955.89 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. B. 59521 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $102,719.90 to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 04/08/17 to 04/21/17. 04/08-14/17 $100,643.16 04/15-21/17 $ 2,076.74 TOTAL $102,719.90 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. 59519 Self-Insured (2202): Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of April 1-15, 2017 in the amount of $40,419.33 and requesting approval of wire transfer. D. Interfund transfers: 1. 59584 TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Project (1315): Approval of 2017 inter-fund transfer from CO2016-Pct 2 Regional Park Project (Fund 1350) to TxDOT Pct 2 Regional Park Project (Fund 1315) in the amount of $1,225.00 to fund project expenditures . 2. 59549 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007 (1200), to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower, program 186 and Pct 4 Parks, program 009 (1100), in the total amount of $55,973.30. 3. 59499 Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Emergency Srv. Linn-SM (1301) to Pct 4 Rd. Maint. (1200) in the total amount of $10,833.41. 11. 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. 59492 Requesting authority to advertise with the approval of RFB procurement packet (i.e., specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement etc.,) as provided by project engineer, South Texas Infrastructure, attached hereto for Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 - Road Improvements of Sunflower Road"- RFB 2017-128-05-24-HGO [including the re-advertising of project in the event no Bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required]. C. 59585 Requesting approval for Hidalgo County Auditor to process and issue check(s) in the amount of $1,225.00 prior to services being rendered pursuant to Architectural Barriers Administrative Rules 68.80(g) to Mr. Anthony Covacevich- Registered Accessibility Specialist-designated by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation in order to permit the processing of: the Project Filing-Plan Review and Inspection for the "Pct 2 Regional Linear Park Project" for compliance with ABA rule 68.50(a)(c). D. 59621 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with a Pct. 4 project for invoice processing and payments submitted by: 1. Halff Associates: J.R. "Milo" Ponce Memorial Park - $26,790.00 - Invoice#M224761/P.O. 759817. E. 59627 Seeking ratification of fully executed Change Order No. 4 reflecting an increase of an additional 60 calendar days due to trails initially not meeting ADA requirements for Concrete Walking Trails at San Carlos CRC and Sunflower Park, Pct. No. 4 as submitted though project engineer LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC (C-16-226-06-20) subject to compliance to HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable. F. 59631 PCT. 1: Acceptance and approval for Invoice# Oct. 16-13 in the amount of $17,494.55 as submitted by LeFevre Engineering for professional engineering services provided under Contract C-16-256-07-26 for FEMA Project (Mile 8 North). G. 59559 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend for the final one(1) year term under contract #E-16-114-04-19 with Rod Robertson Enterprises, Inc. for Auctioneer & Storage Services for Hidalgo County, under the same rates, terms & conditions (subject to compliance with HB1295 & HB23 if and when applicable). H. 59557 Acceptance and approval for Payment No. 5 in the amount of $20,920.01 as submitted by IOC Company, LLC. awarded under contract C-16-289-09-06 for the provision of Paving & Drainage Improvements for Nittler Road Project. I. 59560 1. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by IOC Company, LLC. reflecting the date of 3/2/17 for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements of Nittler Road Project; 2. Approval of Payment Application No. 6 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $59,489.84 as submitted by IOC Company, LLC. Contract# C-16-289-09-06 for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Nittler Road. J. 59579 Acceptance of Application for Payment No. 2 in the amount of $493,016.51 as submitted by RDH Site and Concrete, LLC for the provision of Paving Improvements - Goolie Road through Contract #C-16-277-08-09 & PO #749735. K. 59547 Ratification of Change Order No. 1 in connection with contract: C-16-289-09-06 for Hidalgo County Precinct 1 - Nittler Road for Paving & Road Improvements as recommended by project engineer TEDSI Infrastructure Group, Mark Corbitt, P.E. with a cost increase of $22,021.07 including an additional seventeen(17) calendar/working days. L. 59471 Approval of Application for Payment No. 1 in the amount of $130,310.74 for the Pct 2 Yuma Avenue Extension project submitted by contractor, Texas Cordia Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-281-11-15 and as reviewed by project inspector, Eugene Palacios, P.E. M. 59491 Approval to exercise the first (1st) (of multiple extensions possible) as provided in contract #C-15-098-06-02 for “Contract for Housing and Confinement of Inmates” under the same rates, terms, and conditions effective June 17, 2017 through June 16, 2018. N. 59528 Requesting approval to cancel RFB No.:2017-039a-03-22-SGS-titled: Hidalgo Co. Sheriff's Office-Repair-Installation & Removal of Communication and Radio Tower Misc. Equipment on County-owned and Lease Towers", as modifications to the Specifications are necessary in connection with Leased Radio Towers and the authority to re-advertise this project. O. 59485 Approval to exercise the fifth (5th) (of multiple extensions possible) as provided in contract #C-12-040-05-22 for “Lease of Radio Tower Space - McCook" under the same terms, and conditions effective May 26, 2017 through May 25, 2018. P. 59487 Acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 3 to [extend the term an additional sixty (60) days for extension of a retaining wall (approximately 200 LF) ] with an "increase" of $ (57,000.00) revising estimated total cost to ($ 228,747.39) in connection to agreement #C-16-145A-07-19 with RG Enterprises, LLC. dba, G&G Construction as [reviewed/recommended by project architect Mata-Garcia Architects, LLP] for ongoing project: ["Landscape/Structural and Irrigation Construction for the San Carlos CRC"] in Precinct 4 and subject to HB1295 when and if applicable. Q. 59465 Pursuant to Texas Constitution Article 3, Section 52, presentation by the Sheriff's Office of the "public purpose" served for the request to purchase "picture frames" to be used for command staff portraits that will be displayed at the Hidalgo County Law Enforcement Center through requisition #00339579-$194.68. R. 59450 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County “Purchase - Removal and Related Services for Shredded and Recyclable Materials RFB-2017-058-xx-xx-TDL” including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids, or, Responses are rejected and project is still required. S. 59385 Approval to complete and submit along with the $15.00 fee for an ALARM PERMIT for WIC CLINIC #1224 [located at 300 Hall Acres Rd.-Pharr, Tx 78577] as required by the City of Pharr/Police Department [as supporting documentation confirms and details]. T. 59372 Add Fuel Cards/Users for the following: 1. Hidalgo County Headstart Program - Fuel User 2. Constable Pct No. 1 - Fuel cards
59542 Requesting authority to exercise the additional one (1) year period extension as provided in current contract #C-16-134-05-10 for: "EXTRACTION of WATER (DEWATERING)" for HIDALGO COUNTY, under the same rates, terms and conditions with GEM Services, LLP (subject to compliance with HB1295 when and/if applicable).
County Judge's Office: A. 59633 Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding letters opposing SB 1338 and HB 3011. B. 59596 Resolution in support of House Bill 1598 related to the establishment of the Disaster Identification System for a State of Disaster C. 59646 Appointment of board member to represent the County of Hidalgo on the McAllen Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board of Directors. D. 59647 Appointment of board member to represent the County of Hidalgo on the Pharr Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One Board of Directors.
District Attorney's Office: 59516 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).
HIDTA - Task Force: A. 59531 Approval of Interfund Transfer from Hidalgo County Criminal District Attorney's HIDTA Task Force Chapter 59 fund (1251) to the Sheriff's Chapter 59 fund (1227) and Constable Pct. 3 Chapter 59 fund (1230). B. 59530 HIDTA Sharing US Treasury (1252) Approval and authorization of interfund transfer from Hidalgo County HIDTA Task Force U.S. Treasury fund (1252) to the Sheriff's U.S. Treasury fund (1228) and the Constable Pct. 3 U.S. Treasury fund (1257) and the Constable Pct. 4 U.S. Treasury fund (1259) in the amount of $10,000.00 respectively.
Constables: A. 59590 Constable Pct. #1: Requesting approval to process the following Invoice as claims with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor: VENDOR: Dr. Gregorio Pina INVOICE# AMOUNT:$200.00 P.O. NUMBER 738861 B. 59548 Constable Pct. #1: 1. Approval to accept the award for K9s4COPS grant. 2. Approval and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign terms and conditions agreement and any other required documents. C. 59537 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.
Sheriff's Office: A. 59591 1. Authorization to accept the transfer of one Mine Resistant Ambush Protected 6 Wheeled (MRAP) vehicle under the State 1033 Program. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, and Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign the Law Enforcement Agency Executive Order 13688 - Controlled Property Request Authorization form. 3. Authorization for pre-approval to include on the Controlled Property Request Authorization form the following items, if and when available from the State 1033 Program: one HMMWV (Humvee) vehicle and two cargo trucks. 4. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign other required documents. B. 59525 1. Approval to accept the award for K9s4COPs grant. 2. Approval and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign terms and conditions agreement and any other required documents. C. 59347 1. Approval of Memorandum of Understanding between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Edinburg Police Department reference to disposing of forfeited contraband, pursuant to Chapter 59 Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, in connection to Case No. C-8351-14-B. 2. Approval for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign document (three original copies).
Executive Office: 59597 Approval for the County Judge to sign a certificate for Clifton Higher Education Facilities Finance Corporation Education Revenue and Refunding Bonds (IDEA Public Schools), Series 2017, solely for the purpose of satisfying the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Human Resources: A. 59628 WIC (1292): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create the following part-time temporary positions not to exceed 13 weeks, effective May 22, 2017 through August 16, 2017. Action Dept./ Program Position Title Slot # Budgeted Salary/ Hourly Rate Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0001 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0002 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0003 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0004 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0005 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0006 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0007 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I 0008 $4,680/yr. - $12.00/hr. 3. Approval to revise salary schedule in accordance with Commissioners Court action. B. 59518 JAG (1282)/Criminal Auxiliary Court (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions, effective 03/20/2017: Action Dept./ Program Slot # Position Title Object Code Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance Change In Funding Source 115-047 G001 (Delete) Court Coordinator 113 $49,162.00 $0.00 115 $900.00 $0.00 045-001 0006 (Create) Court Coordinator 113 $0.00 $49,162.00 115 $0.00 $900.00 3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer. C. 59522 Sheriff / Jail (1100) / Jail Commissary (2102): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period, 05/15/2017: Action Slot# Dept./Program Current Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Budgeted Salary Salary Adjustment / Increase 0021 280-001 Accountant IV $28,920.00 $14,920.00 0016 280-015 $24,645.00 $40,080.00 Create 0428 280-001 Program Manager I $0.00 $49,920.00 Create 0429 280-001 Technician III $0.00 $33,755.00 Delete / Longevity (delete) 0362 280-001 Procurement Specialist $45,920.00 $0.00 $900.00 $0.00 Delete 0424 280-001 Technician I $24,960.00 $0.00 D. 59231 139th DC (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel action effective next full pay period, 5/15/2017: Action Dept./ Program Slot# Position Title Current Budgeted Salary/Allowance Proposed Budgeted Salary/Allowance Salary Adjustment (Increase) / Add Allowance (Interpreter Pay) 003-001 0003 Bailiff $45,092.00 $50,395.00 $0.00 $6,000.00 3. Approval of interdepartmental transfer.
Urban County: A. 59641 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, Requesting authorization and/or approval to enter into a Takeover Agreement with Western American Insurance Company. The Surety Company will be undertaking the completion of the Original Contract for CAS Companies, L.P. in accordance with the terms of the Performance Bond for the Hidalgo County Precinct #4 – Parks and Recreation Improvements – Sunflower Park. B. 59545 Presentation on the status of the Delta Area Connector/East Lateral Phase I, II and III by LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 59536 Health Division: Requesting authorization to submit the revalidation application to continue enrollment in Medicare, and approval for County Judge and County Treasurer to sign related forms and documents. B. 59453 Health & Human Services - TECE Grant (1293): 1. Requesting approval to accept the Texas Epidemiology Capacity Expansion grant contract #537-18-0322-00001 in the amount of $295,041.00 for the period of 09/01/2017 to 08/31/2019. 2. Requesting approval for County Judge to e-sign the TECE contract and related documents. 3. Requesting approval of the Certification of Revenue in the amount of $295,041.00. 4. Requesting approval of the budget appropriation in the amount of $147,521.00 for the FY 18 grant period and $147,520.00 for the FY 19 grant period. 5. Discussion, consideration and approval of the following personnel actions: Action Dept./ Program Slot# Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary Create 340-071-8 G001 Epidemiologist I $51,500.00 Create 340-071-8 G002 Epidemiologist I $55,620.00 6. Approval to transfer employee no. 212717 to Slot# G001 (340-071), effective 09/01/2017. 7. Approval to transfer employee no. 204153 to Slot# G002 (340-071), effective 09/01/2017. C. 59472 Requesting consideration and approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between the County of Hidalgo and Mission Consolidated Independent School District. The purpose of the Agreement is Public Health Preparedness and Response. D.59498 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the County of Hidalgo and Remote Area Medical. Remote Area Medical is equipped with assembly resources to provide and conduct public health emergency response services. E. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures F. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Adult Probation: 59539 February 2017 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $4,490.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $4,490.00 March 2017 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the DWI Grant program income in the amount of $2,208.00 2. Approval of appropriation of the DWI program income (GPI) in the amount of $2,208.00
Facilities Management: 59456 Facilities Management: Requesting authority for County Judge to sign the Inspection Response Form (stating all violations cited have been corrected) from Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Compliance Division - Architectural Barriers (ADA) for the following building: Hidalgo County Autopsy Facility located at: 3100A S. Business 281, Edinburg, Texas 78539
IT Department: A. 59255 Requesting approval of the following claim/invoices (U.S. Postal Rates) with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment/check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor: Information Management Services Invoice 21387 - 07/13/16 - $157.72 Invoice 07476 - 02/09/16 - $3,277.85 Invoice 07511 - 02/22/16 - $1,251.73 Invoice 07584 - 03/23/16 - $3,649.15 Invoice 07880 - 07/13/16 - $811.79 B. 59617 COMMISSIONER PCT. 4 Authorization and approval to continue wireless service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Description: User: Service Plan: MDN: Continue cell phone service Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99 + $5.00 taxes/fees per month 956-483-0602 Continue cell phone service Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99 + $5.00 taxes/fees per month 956-483-0835 C. 59608 DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE / AUDITOR'S OFFICE Authorization and approval to continue and purchase new service plan through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Department: Description: User: Service Plan: MDN: District Attorney's Office New cell phone Office Use Nationwide Unl. Mins. Email&Data Unl+MHS N&W/M2M/MSG Unl. @ $69.99 + $3.00 taxes/fees per month New Auditor's Office Continue Service Office Use 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 per month 956-358-1076 Auditor's Office Continue Service Office Use 4G Mobile Broadband Unl. @ $37.99 per month 956-587-2852 D. 59479 Executive Office: Authorization and approval for new wireless device service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 for VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Departments: Quantity: Description: User: Service Plan: Equipment Cost: Elections 1 Data Service(GPS) Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00/month $0 Fac. Mgmt 3 Data Service(GPS) Office Use Machine to Machine Acct. Share 1MB@ 5.00/mo. (2) Machine to Machine Acct. Share 5MB@ 7.00/mo. (1) $0
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates. B. 59552 Approval of 2017 Full Contract for Election Services between Hidalgo County and the City of Elsa for their election to be held on May 6, 2017.
WIC: 59494 WIC-Summer Food Program (1292) Requesting approval of the Budget Appropriation in the amount of $75,000.00.
Planning Department: 59488 1. Preliminary Approval a. L.C.J. Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Ruben De La Garza Hinojosa, Owner) (Canton Road & Cesar Chavez Road) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: B Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of Canton Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Edinburg. Water: Yes, provided by North Alamo Water Supply Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, Canton Road. b. Eduardo’s No. 17 Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Aniceto Izaguirre, Owner) (Mile 6 North Road & Trosper Road) No. of Lots: 78 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System & Drainage Ditch widening. ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Sharyland Water Supply Corporation Sewer: Yes, Sanitary Sewer provided by City of Alton Paved: Yes, Mile 6 North Road and 3 internal streets to be paved 2. Final Approval a. Vel Ree Subdivision- Pct.4 (Edgar Vela, Owner) (El Rucio Road & U.S. Hwy 281) No. of Lots: 2 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of El Rucio Road side ditch ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by City of Edinburg Sewer: Yes, OSSF Paved: Yes, El Rucio Road. 3. Final Approval With Financial Guarantee a. Luz & Tomas Subdivision- Pct. 3 (Tomas De Leon, Owner) (Doffing Road & Mile 6 North Road) No. of Lots: 1 Single Family Flood Zone: X Drainage: Yes, reconstruction of Doffing Road side ditch ETJ: Yes, approved by the City of Mission. Water: Yes, provided by Agua SUD Sewer: Yes, Financial Guarantee 1 OSSF Paved: Yes, Doffing Road. b. Sol Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Luis Garcia, Owner) (Mile 4 North Road & Mile 2 East Road) No. of Lots: 12 Single Family Flood Zone: C Drainage: Yes, Storm Drainage Pipe System & construction of Drainage Ditch. ETJ: No, Rural Area Water: Yes, provided by Military Highway Water Supply Sewer: Yes, Financial Guarantee 12 OSSF(S) Paved: Yes, Mile 4 North Road and Mile 2 East Road.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 59632 Requesting approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with the San Juan Cemetery Association approved by CC 01/10/17 (AI#57923). C. 59464 Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Swimming Pool (1100): Approval and authorization to increase the current change fund by $15.00 (from $10.00 to $25.00) for the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Swimming Pool in accordance with Texas Local Government Code 130.902.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 59583 1. Acceptance of resignation of Filomena Leo, board member from South Texas ISD Board 2. Appointment of member to South Texas ISD Board B. 59508 Requesting authorization to install 3 Way Stop signs at the Intersection of Mile 8 and Shary Rd.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A.59609 Presentation on FEMA status update B.59626 1. Acceptance of resignation of Louie Kieffer, board member of the Emergency Services District (ESD) #3 Board 2. Appointment of Travis Richards to the Emergency Services District (ESD) #3 Board C. 59501 Pct.4 Rd. Maint (1200): 1. Approval of 2016 certification of revenues by County Auditor of funds received from the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 for reimbursements from the J-09 Drain Project. 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 4 Rd. Maint. in the amount of $145,522.04.
Budget & Management: A. 59652 Status update regarding the Hidalgo County Rural Subdivision Streetlight Pilot Program B. 59643 2016 Operation Stonegarden (1284): 1. Ratification of Sheriff’s Office grant acceptance date approved by CC on March 7, 2017, AI-58762, from 3/07/17 to 5/02/2017. 2. Ratification of Constable Pct. 1 grant acceptance date approved by CC on March 7, 2017, AI-58799, from 3/07/17 to 4/17/17. C. 59635 TXDOT-Pct 3: Authorization to submit the Economically Disadvantaged County (EDC) Program Application and Affidavit for the FM494 (FM676-SH107) Project, CSJ 0864-01-068, with authority for County Judge to sign all required documentation. D. 59398 TXDOT Pct 1: 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval of Agreement to Contribute Right of Way Funds (Fixed Price) between Hidalgo County and Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) for the right of way acquisition for FM907 from Nolana Rd to IH-2 (CSJ: 1586-01-069) with authority for the County Judge to sign all required documentation. 2. Approval to issue check payable to the Texas Department of Transportation in the amount of $549.09 for the County's estimated share of right of way acquisitions for the FM907 Project, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ: 1586-01-069) E. 59546 TXDOT Pct 4 - FM1925 (Kenyon-FM907) (1315): Discussion and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer, to sign certification of Tabulation of Utility Adjustments (SUP) for FM1925 ROW CSJ 1803-02-033. F. Budget Appropriations: 1. 59386 Pct 4 Rd. Maint (1200): A. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for revenues received from the City of McAllen for the road improvements to Mile 5 Road(Taylor-Ware). B. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 4 Rd. Maint in the amount of $65,262.50.
Hidalgo County 1. 59613 A. Action to cease negotiations with the number one [#1] ranked firm, the Dannenbaum Group in connection with Program Management Services for the Design & Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; B. Approval to commence negotiations with the number two [#2] ranked firm of Jacobs [as shown on the original agenda item attached as supporting documentation] in connection with the provision of Program Management Services for he Design and Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; C. Selection and/or designation of negotiation team members by HCCC. B. Pct. 1 1. 59496 Presentation of the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [and meeting all specifications and requirements] for the purpose of award of bid to Benchmark Utility Contractors Inc., dba, Centex Trucking including approval of the contract for the project numbered and titled: RFB No. 2017-052-05-02 "Hauling Services for Millings", subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. C. Pct. 4 1. 59629 Approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 to WA 3 for "Additional Services" with an "increase" of ($ 41,270.00) revising the estimated total cost to ($ 89,360.00) as submitted by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc., under (on call) Professional Services Agreement# C-16-188-05-10 for “Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings” (on an as needed basis) for: "job specific" Project: ["MILO PONCE PARK"] in Precinct 4. 2. 59526 As directed by Precinct 4, requesting rescission of action taken by CC on 03/21/17 for Regular agenda #23.D.1. items A,B, & C (AI-59044), Selection/Ranking and Authority to Negotiate with the #1 firm selected, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.for the provisions of (job specific) project: "engineering services" for: "Expansion of Mile 22.5 North Road ". 3. 59497 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; b. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms in connection to Professional Engineering Services for: "On Call" "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Firm HALFF & ASSOCIATES, INC. CRUZ HOGAN CONSULTANTS, INC. DOUCET & ASSOCIATES Score 97 95 93 Ranked c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of an (ON CALL)- Engineering Services for: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . d. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; e. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to "Professional Appraisal SERVICES" for: "MULTIPLE" (ON CALL) Appraisal Services Agreements for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL FIRMS: Firm LEONEL GARZA JR. & ASSOCIATES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked Firm APPRAISAL HAUS THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked f. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate "multiple" Professional Services Agreement (s) for the purposes of "On Call"-Appraisal Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the (multiple) ranked firms: ______________________________________ & _________________________________. g. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; h. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to Professional Appraisal Services for an: (On Call) Appraisal Review Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL REVIEW FIRMS: Firms PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Scores 98 94 90 Ranking i. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of (On Call) "Appraisal REVIEW Services" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 4. 59459 Presentation of responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and meeting all specifications and/or requirements (as detailed in the documentation contained herein) for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - Precinct No. 4 - "Hauling Services for Hot Mix" through project No.: 2017-056-04-12-FAZ and subject to HB 1295 when and if applicable. 5. 59458 Approval of correction to Change Order No. 1 in connection with Pct. 4 "Renovation at M Road Building" (C-16-321-10-04) reflecting the increase of 160 Calendar Days from Change Order Effective Date approved on 02/21/2017 under AI- 58608 which reflected only 60 days. 6. 59468 As required and directed by County Auditor staff to Precinct #4, Commissioners Court's approval of a clarification to Reg. AI#57773 [CC/12-13-16] in order to process payment of invoices for the following vendors: A. Pavement Markings [PO#739727-$5,664.60] total length of project 3.5 miles and pro-rated as: 1. County Length 1.4 Miles=40% of $5,664.60 or $2,265.84 is County portion of expenditure; 2. City Length 2.1 Miles=60% or $5,664.60 or $3,398.76 [to be charged to Aid to Governments] B. Frontera Materials Invoice [PO#739649/$17,540.36] entire amount is a County expenditure. D. IT Department: 1. 59543 A. Acceptance and approval to utilize and purchase through the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NCPA)Contract #01-65 awarded vendor, Synnex Corporation's, authorized reseller, Richline Technical Services, LLC.; B. Acceptance and approval of proposal [detailed/attached herein] in the amount of $56,995.00 submitted by Richline Technical Services, LLC, [authorized reseller of NCPA awarded contractor, Synnex Corp.] reseller's vendor for the products and support of Hidalgo County's new video conferencing equipment [through submitted Requisition #315769 subject to compliance of HB 1295 when and if applicable. E. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 59538 Request approval to purchase Ten Guardian 190 G4 Professional Mosquito Control Sprayers (Vector Control Equipment) from ADAPCO, INC. through Buyboard Contract 447-14 with each sprayer priced at $7,331.00 totaling $73,310.00 through submitted Requisition #340538 and subject to compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. F. Sheriff's Office 1. 59484 Presentation of "sealed quotes" received for the purpose of award and approval of contract documentation to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best quote [while meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached hereto] but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50K for: Hidalgo County SHERIFF'S OFFICE "DNA TESTING LAB SERVICES - RFSQ-2017-054-04-13-TDL" G. District Attorney 1. 59567 Requesting approval of Amendment #2 to construction contract # C-16-238-07-19 with Herrcon, LLC for the Construction of Space Pressure Control at the Autopsy Facility to reflect correct liquidated damages amount. H. Co. Wide 1. 59555 A. Requesting authority to Rescind action taken by CC on 4/18/17 thru Regular AI-59291 as it is in the best interest of the County to do so in order to have most common pre-cast safety end treatments available for end users; B. Presentation of the sole responsible vendor L & R Pre-Cast Concrete Works, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid to a number of items [meeting all specifications and/or requirements-as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for the Request for Bids titled: Hidalgo County - "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatment" through project No.: 2017-047-04-05-FAZ including compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable; C. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for all other sizes still needed for which no bids were received: Hidalgo County "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatments" - RFB No.: 2017-047a-00-00-FAZ, including the re-advertisement of project if necessary.
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. 59533 CL-17-1754-B; Jose Andres De La Fuente v Valsev, LLC et al D. 59504 Claim of Lynda Faye Quiros-Dickerson E. 59653 C-1893-17-G; Sergio C. Venegas et al v Unifund CCR Partners et al 29. 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)
59580 Requesting approval to accept counter offer to purchase a tract of land known as Parcel 1 for the Pct 2 LJ Drain Project.
C. 59534 CL-17-1754-B; Jose Andres De La Fuente v Valsev, LLC et al D. 59505 Claim of Lynda Faye Quiros-Dickerson E. 59654 C-1893-17-G; Sergio C. Venegas et al v Unifund CCR Partners et al
Hidalgo County 1. 59613 A. Action to cease negotiations with the number one [#1] ranked firm, the Dannenbaum Group in connection with Program Management Services for the Design & Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; B. Approval to commence negotiations with the number two [#2] ranked firm of Jacobs [as shown on the original agenda item attached as supporting documentation] in connection with the provision of Program Management Services for he Design and Construction of a New Hidalgo County Courthouse; C. Selection and/or designation of negotiation team members by HCCC. B. Pct. 1 1. 59496 Presentation of the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid [and meeting all specifications and requirements] for the purpose of award of bid to Benchmark Utility Contractors Inc., dba, Centex Trucking including approval of the contract for the project numbered and titled: RFB No. 2017-052-05-02 "Hauling Services for Millings", subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable. C. Pct. 4 1. 59629 Approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 to WA 3 for "Additional Services" with an "increase" of ($ 41,270.00) revising the estimated total cost to ($ 89,360.00) as submitted by project engineer, Halff Associates, Inc., under (on call) Professional Services Agreement# C-16-188-05-10 for “Building Repairs, Renovations, Alteration, Additions and/or Other Related Services to County Owned Buildings” (on an as needed basis) for: "job specific" Project: ["MILO PONCE PARK"] in Precinct 4. 2. 59526 As directed by Precinct 4, requesting rescission of action taken by CC on 03/21/17 for Regular agenda #23.D.1. items A,B, & C (AI-59044), Selection/Ranking and Authority to Negotiate with the #1 firm selected, Quintanilla, Headley & Associates, Inc.for the provisions of (job specific) project: "engineering services" for: "Expansion of Mile 22.5 North Road ". 3. 59497 a. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; b. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Engineering Firms in connection to Professional Engineering Services for: "On Call" "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; ENGINEERING FIRMS: Firm HALFF & ASSOCIATES, INC. CRUZ HOGAN CONSULTANTS, INC. DOUCET & ASSOCIATES Score 97 95 93 Ranked c. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of an (ON CALL)- Engineering Services for: "Buildings Repairs, Renovations, Alterations, Additions and/or Other related Services to County Owned Buildings“ for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . d. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; e. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to "Professional Appraisal SERVICES" for: "MULTIPLE" (ON CALL) Appraisal Services Agreements for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL FIRMS: Firm LEONEL GARZA JR. & ASSOCIATES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked Firm APPRAISAL HAUS THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Score 98 94 90 Ranked f. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate "multiple" Professional Services Agreement (s) for the purposes of "On Call"-Appraisal Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the (multiple) ranked firms: ______________________________________ & _________________________________. g. Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code, Section 262.024 (A) (4) for a "professional services"; h. Presentation of the scoring grid (for the purposes of ranking by CC) the firm graded & evaluated through the County’s approved “pool” of Appraisal Firms in connection to Professional Appraisal Services for an: (On Call) Appraisal Review Services for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4; APPRAISAL REVIEW FIRMS: Firms PROFESSIONAL APPRAISAL SERVICES, INC. THE REAL ESTATE CENTER SOUTHMOST APPRAISAL & COURT WITNESS Scores 98 94 90 Ranking i. Authority for the Purchasing Department to negotiate a Professional Services Agreement for the purposes of (On Call) "Appraisal REVIEW Services" for projects located within Hidalgo County Precinct 4, with the No. 1 ranked firm ____________________________ . 4. 59459 Presentation of responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid and meeting all specifications and/or requirements (as detailed in the documentation contained herein) for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - Precinct No. 4 - "Hauling Services for Hot Mix" through project No.: 2017-056-04-12-FAZ and subject to HB 1295 when and if applicable. 5. 59458 Approval of correction to Change Order No. 1 in connection with Pct. 4 "Renovation at M Road Building" (C-16-321-10-04) reflecting the increase of 160 Calendar Days from Change Order Effective Date approved on 02/21/2017 under AI- 58608 which reflected only 60 days. 6. 59468 As required and directed by County Auditor staff to Precinct #4, Commissioners Court's approval of a clarification to Reg. AI#57773 [CC/12-13-16] in order to process payment of invoices for the following vendors: A. Pavement Markings [PO#739727-$5,664.60] total length of project 3.5 miles and pro-rated as: 1. County Length 1.4 Miles=40% of $5,664.60 or $2,265.84 is County portion of expenditure; 2. City Length 2.1 Miles=60% or $5,664.60 or $3,398.76 [to be charged to Aid to Governments] B. Frontera Materials Invoice [PO#739649/$17,540.36] entire amount is a County expenditure. D. IT Department: 1. 59543 A. Acceptance and approval to utilize and purchase through the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance (NCPA)Contract #01-65 awarded vendor, Synnex Corporation's, authorized reseller, Richline Technical Services, LLC.; B. Acceptance and approval of proposal [detailed/attached herein] in the amount of $56,995.00 submitted by Richline Technical Services, LLC, [authorized reseller of NCPA awarded contractor, Synnex Corp.] reseller's vendor for the products and support of Hidalgo County's new video conferencing equipment [through submitted Requisition #315769 subject to compliance of HB 1295 when and if applicable. E. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 59538 Request approval to purchase Ten Guardian 190 G4 Professional Mosquito Control Sprayers (Vector Control Equipment) from ADAPCO, INC. through Buyboard Contract 447-14 with each sprayer priced at $7,331.00 totaling $73,310.00 through submitted Requisition #340538 and subject to compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable. F. Sheriff's Office 1. 59484 Presentation of "sealed quotes" received for the purpose of award and approval of contract documentation to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best quote [while meeting all specifications and/or requirements as attached hereto] but in no event to exceed the statutory bid threshold of $50K for: Hidalgo County SHERIFF'S OFFICE "DNA TESTING LAB SERVICES - RFSQ-2017-054-04-13-TDL" G. District Attorney 1. 59567 Requesting approval of Amendment #2 to construction contract # C-16-238-07-19 with Herrcon, LLC for the Construction of Space Pressure Control at the Autopsy Facility to reflect correct liquidated damages amount. H. Co. Wide 1. 59555 A. Requesting authority to Rescind action taken by CC on 4/18/17 thru Regular AI-59291 as it is in the best interest of the County to do so in order to have most common pre-cast safety end treatments available for end users; B. Presentation of the sole responsible vendor L & R Pre-Cast Concrete Works, Inc. submitting the lowest and best bid to a number of items [meeting all specifications and/or requirements-as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for the Request for Bids titled: Hidalgo County - "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatment" through project No.: 2017-047-04-05-FAZ including compliance with HB 1295 when and if applicable; C. Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements agreement, etc.) as attached hereto for all other sizes still needed for which no bids were received: Hidalgo County "Pre-Cast Safety End Treatments" - RFB No.: 2017-047a-00-00-FAZ, including the re-advertisement of project if necessary.
27. Open Forum 33. Adjourn