1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 60032 A.) Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Drainage projects, maintenance and operations: 1.) Pct. 4 North Seminary Estates 2.) Pct. 4 Mile 17 1/2 & Tower Road Drainage Improvement Project 3.) Pct. 4 Alamo Brisas Drainage Improvement Project 4.) Pct. 4 Kenyon Road & Mile 17 1/2 Drainage Improvement 6. 59978 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of the firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers for the purpose of ranking by the HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. 98 B2Z Engineering 97 L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L&G Engineering 99 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm, ____________________________, for the provision of "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". 7. 59984 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of the firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers for the purpose of ranking by the HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. 99 Terracon Consultants, Inc. 98 Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) 97 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm, ____________________________, for the provision of "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". 8. 59991 Requesting approval of final negotiated Services Agreement with Valley Land Title, Co., as it relates to Title Company Services - On Call (on as needed basis). Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on May 16, 2017 (AI# 59845). 9. 60012 A. Requesting approval to accept bids and approval to execute a Construction Contract to lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements, Venser Contractors, LLC for RFB No. HCDD1-17-023-05-10 "Street and Drainage Improvements for Plena Vista Subdivision, Unit 2", in the total bid amount of $450,960.30 as recommended by project engineer , Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor". 10. 60037 2013 Bonds Budget 300-J-09 Project Pct.4 Approval to issue payment on the following item: Invoice No. PP1-5 2017 in the amount of $178,354.10 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 1 through 5 of 2017). Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group 11. 60039 2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.4 Approval to issue payment on the following item: Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $159, 177.01 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-045-09-27 Kenyon Rd & Mile 17 Area Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Noe Saldivar, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 PO#630834 12. 60043 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 28 as it relates to Pct. No. 2 Fee Simple Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents pending final legal review B. Pursuant to the Board's approval of Agenda Item 60043 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $13,880.63 to Sierra Title of Hidalgo County, Inc. Order File No. 0003161950 Parcel 28. 13. 60017 Requesting approval to accept bid and approval to execute Requirements Agreements with the vendor submitting the lowest and best bid meeting all specified requirements for RFB No. HCDD1-17-029-05-24 "Fuel -Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)" 14. 60045 Requesting Approval of Consent For Access to Property from United States Environmental Protection Agency and authorization for Drainage District General Manager to execute as it relates to marked Area Numbers 35 & 39, pending final legal review. 15. 60048 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 11 through the On Call CMT Services Pct. #2, Pct. #3, Pct. #4 & HCDD1 Master Drainage System Agreement with L&G Engineering in the amount of $32,985.68 as it relates CMT Services for -Pharr-McAllen South Drain Outfall Project. 16. 60049 A. Requesting approval to accept bids and approval to execute a Construction Contract to lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements, Metro Electric, Inc. for RFB No. HCDD1-17-018-04-12 "Maintenance Building Electrical Upgrade", in the total bid amount of $34,190.00 as recommended by project engineer Halff Associates, Inc., subject to compliance with HB1295 B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor". 17. 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 18. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 19. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 20. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 21. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 60058 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. Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 59877 Pursuant to Local Government Code Section 115.0035, requesting approval of the attached reports. C. 59937 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Reports for the Months of January 2017 and February 2017 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 60050 2017 - DA CCP59 (1223) B. 59996 2017 - Pct. 2 Rd Maint (1200) C. 60011 2017 - District Attorney's Office/ Grand Jury (1100) D. 60001 2017 - Tax Office (1100) E. 59951 2017 - J.P. 4-2 (1100) F. 59938 2017 - Pct. #1 R&B (1200) G. 59981 2017 - Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) H. 59941 2017 - Purchasing (1100) I. 59949 2017 - Budget & Management (1100) J. 59952 2017 - Constable Pct. 3 (1230) K. 59969 2017 - 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100) L. 60040 2017 - IMM Div Local (1293) M. 59915 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) N. 59926 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB Control (1293) O. 59906 2017 - Adult Detention Center (1100) P. 60005 2017 - Adult Detention Center (1100) Q. 59908 2017 - WIC (1292) R. 59910 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) S. 59886 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) T. 59904 2017 - 430th District Court (1100) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 60013 Pct 2 Nolana LP Project (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2- Sgt. Trevino project to Pct 2 - Nolana LP project in the amount of $167.16 for pavement marking expenses. B. 60033 Pct 2 Administration (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance (006) to Pct 2 Administration (005) in the amount of $4,645.99 to fund annual fee and finance charge for software renewal and postage expenses. C. 60035 Pct 2 Valle Vista Rd Project (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Valle Vista Rd Project in the amount of $20,000.00 to fund project expenditures. D. 60047 Urban County (1100): Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer from (463) to (472) in the amount of $1,350.00 to fund bank loan interest payment. E. 60027 Approval of interdepartmental transfer from CO2016-PCT4-MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT (program 029) to CO2016-PCT4-VEHICLES (program 153) in the amount of $44,688.37. F. 59977 Pct. 4 (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Rd Maint (program 007) to Sunflower Rd (program 189) in the total amount of $5,183.95. G. 59982 Pct. 4 Emergency Srv Linn (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Sanitation (001) to Emergency Srv Linn (program 187) in the total amount of $246.95. H. 59976 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Parks (program 009) to Doolittle Recovery Project (program 162) in the total amount of $8,141.50. I. 59903 Jail (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from IT Countywide to Jail in the amount of $18,800.00 to fund telephone expenditures. 5. Planning Department: A. 59980 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) 6. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 59753 District Clerk Fee report for the month of April 2017 $460,313.47 7. Executive Office: A. 60022 Approval of 457 plan hardship withdrawal request for employee #122335 B. 59907 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Steve Lopez; Donna: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of FM 493 go East 3168 feet. Will bore Mile 15N from North to South 4" deep. b). Frank Coronado; San Carlos: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 4" waterline, from the centerline of State Hwy 107 go South 225 feet. Will bore 84th Street from East to West. c). Jesus Benavides; Donna: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of FM 1423 go East 1000 feet. Will bore Anderson Road from North to South 4" deep. d). Robert Aldrate; Weslaco: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Mile 4 1/2 go East 2/10 mile. Will bore Rancho Viejo Street from North to South 4" deep. 2). Agua SUD: Along the north side of Mile 2 Rd. from La Homa Rd. approximately 400 ft. west, cross Mile 2 Rd. and connect to an existing water line along the south side of Mile 2 Rd.; Palmview, Texas 8. Tax Refunds: A. 59909 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT 00073.90.140.0005.05 B.O.S. INC. $3,841.91 10968.90.000.0001.20 B.O.S. INC. $3,111.27 B4025.00.160.0000.05 CORELOGIC $10,163.16 C4921.99.000.0011.01 TK RIM, LLC $5,459.56 D3200.00.130.0000.00 ROD ROBERTSON ENTERPRISES, INC $4,238.19 D7545.01.001.0035.00 CORELOGIC $3,830.79 J2355.00.000.0104.00 JAIME I RIVERA $2,703.94 L1100.02.002.0118.05 HERMIDIO ROSAS $2,691.11 M5840.01.000.0051.00 KIMBERLY VANDERFORD $3,984.19 Q0960.00.000.000C.00 LA JOYA INVESTMENTS, LLC $8,993.35 R3490.00.000.0025.00 RAMIRO G FLORES $2,930.58 S2950.00.000.0526.00 ROBERTO R. ELIZALDE $3,502.90 B. 59791 Account Number Payer Amount T5437.00.000.0015.00 Planet Home Lending $3,503.53 C. 59744 Account Number Payer Amount D7550.00.000.0000.00 Archie Acevedo $5,998.38 T4085.00.000.0020.00 De Maiz Tortilleria LLC $3,899.79 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 59986 Sheriff's Department: Requesting approval to pay 2017 Texas Chief Association membership dues (req. #343006) for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez, in the amount of $24.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 59914 Public Defender: 1. Approval to pay The State Bar of Texas 2017-2018 Membership Dues through Requisition #342810 for Ignacio Mendoza, Public Defender II in the amount of $68.00, and Jose Luis Bravo, First Assistant Public Defender in the amount of $235.00, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after the review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 2. Approval to pay 2017 membership dues to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA) through Requisition # 343091 for First Assistant Public Defender, Jose Luis Bravo, in the amount of $60.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 59754 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for payment of certification for Miguel Jose Guerra, Volunteer Fire Investigator on C1-Fire Investigator Basic, payable to Texas Commission on Fire Protection in the amount of $150.00, Requisition # 342236. D. 59947 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for an Active Membership Renewal for International Association of Arson Investigators Inc. for Homero Garza, Fire Marshal and Eric Sanchez, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal in the amount of $135.00 each, totaling $270.00, Requisition # 343064. 10. Headstart: A. 59899 Approval of Monthly Children's Applications Report for 2017-2018 B. 59900 Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals and Snacks Report: April 2017 C. 59901 Approval of Monthly Special Services Report: April 2017 D. 59902 Approval of the Learning Accomplishment Profile Diagnostic (LAP-D) Post Report E. 59898 Approval of Monthly Financial Report: April 2017 11. Budget & Management: A. 59884 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 May 1-15, 2017 in the amount of $48,376.11 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. 59587 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $5,199.75 to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 05/13/17 to 05/19/17. 05/13-19/17 $5,199.75 TOTAL $5,199.75 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. 59820 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $766,383.35 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 05/04/17 to 05/17/17. 05/04-10/17 $444,184.68 05/11-17/17 $322,198.67 TOTAL $766,383.35 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. D. 59921 TXDOT Pct 4 10th Street Extension (SH107-FM1925) (1315): Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $6,834.00 to cover the County's estimate share of Construction Direct State Costs (State review and oversight of construction engineering) with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ:0921-02-300) E. Interfund transfers: 1. 59973 Transfers Out-Health Grants (1100)/Transfers In-General Fund (1293): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Transfers Out-Health Grants (1100) and Transfers In-General Fund (1293) fiscal year 7 & 8 into program account numbers 008, 011, 013 & 047 to allocate the cash match into the appropriate programs in the total amount of $281,083.00. 2. 59974 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007 (1200), to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower, program 186 (1100), in the amount of $14,944.94. 12. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 60031 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County “J.R. MILO PONCE MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS 2017-173-06-14-TDL” including the re-advertisement of project when and if necessary or required. B. 60034 Requesting authority to exercise the first extension (under the same rates, terms and conditions) as provided in current Contract # C-16-077-06-20 for: "Flex Base Material - Crushed Caliche" for Hidalgo County with Frontera Materials Inc., effective, July 02, 2017. D. 60024 Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval to exercise the automatic one (1) year renewalas stated in the current "Memorandum of Understanding" (MOU) - E-16-129-05-10 (C-07-225-05-08) for "Prenatal Health Care Services of Inmates" between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Hidalgo County Health Department effective/commencing, June 24, 2017. E. 60015 Requesting authority to exercise the additional one (1) year period, under the same rates, terms and conditions as provided in current contract# C-16-159-06-14 for the purposes of:"Hauling Services for ALL Road Materials" for Precinct 1 with Benchmark Utility Contractors, Inc. d/b/a Cen-Tex Trucking, effective/commencing, June 28, 2017. F. 60021 Requesting authority to exercise the final year extension under the same rates, terms and conditions as provided in current Contract #E-16-229-06-07 (C-15-031-06-23) for: Pest Control Services for Hidalgo County with Robert Sanchez d/b/a KILL A BUG PEST CONTROL, effective/commencing July 13, 2017. G. 59975 BCAP/Pct. 4 requests acceptance and approval of Invoice No.5 in the amount of $1,909.68 as submitted by Dos Logistics Inc. for professional engineering services provided under Contract (C-CAP-12-129-07-31) Engleman Estates Subdivision Project. H. 60030 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #1 in the amount of $12,954.64 submitted by Hidalgo County Urban Program for issuance of purchase order to Liberty Mutual (Western American Insurance Company) for the finalizing Sunflower Park Improvement Project. J. 59935 Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering, [Article 14] to C-13-333-12-03, approval to permit the subcontracting of R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC for the Shary Road (FM 494) Project. K. 59936 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend a sixty (60) day grace period contract #C-16-169-06-20 with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc. for SS-1 Emulsified Asphalt and Delivery Services for Hidalgo County [under the same rates, terms & conditions]so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded. L. 59786 Authorization to advertise and approval of procurement packet attached herein for RFB No. 2017-121-06-21-HGO - "Armored Car Services" including approval to re-advertise in the event NO BIDS are received and/or are rejected and the project is still required. M. 59881 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 "Bulk Gasoline-On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Misc. Products" - RFB No.: 2017-004-00-00-FAZ, including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. N. 59876 Ratification of the fully executed Change Order No. 1 in connection with contract No. C-16-281-11-15 -Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -YUMA AVENUE EXTENSION PROJECT(from McColl Rd to 0.16 miles east of McColl Rd) as recommended by project inspector, Eugene Palacios and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable.
C. 59970 Pct. #1: Requesting authority & approval to purchase a GPS System for Precinct's 120 Vehicle Fleet to include GPS Units, Installation, & GPS Service from Unicom Government, Inc. through Purchasing Cooperative, US Communities Contract #4400006645 [Expires 4/30/19] through Requisition #315384 in the amount of $61,479.33 including note that the purchase of this GPS System and subject to compliance with HB1295 and/or HB23-Modified CIQ if and when applicable. I. 59990 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following request for payments submitted by JCON Construction LLC. Project-Linn San Manuel Emergency Facility. P.O. 712761: 1.) Payment Application No. 13- <$100.70 credit> 2.) Payment Application No. 14 (retainage) - $66,194.51
County Judge's Office: A. 59605 Resolution in Recognition of the Hidalgo County Crime Stoppers as the organization celebrates its 20th Anniversary. B. 59639 Discussion, consideration, and action on Order reinstating Precinct 5 Constable and Justice of the Peace Pct. 5, Place 1. C. 60046 Discussion and action to approve revised templates for PACE Lender Agreement, PACE Owner Contract, and Notice of Contractual Assessment Lien related to the Form documents attached to the Resolution Establishing Hidalgo County PACE Program previously approved on November 15, 2016. D. 60044 Discussion and action on the Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement effective as of December 13, 2016 between Hidalgo County and Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC and approve order on same.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa: A. 59992 Resolution in Honor of Ernesto Cano for 32 years of dedicated and exceptional service to the judicial system and Hidalgo County District Clerk's Office.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 59939 Resolution in Recognition of the Hidalgo County Tobacco Prevention and Control Coalition.
Urban County: A. 60026 Approval of a Proclamation declaring June 2017 Home Ownership Month within the County of Hidalgo
Constables: A. 60008 Constable Pct. 3 (1230) Approval of 2017 appropriation of Chapter 59 funds received by Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $23,255.00. B. 60018 Constable Pct. 3 (1257) Approval of 2017 appropriation of US Treasury funds received by Hidalgo County District Attoney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the the amount of $10,000.00 C. 59924 Constable Pct. #3: Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6 D. 59795 Constable Pct. 3 - STOP Truancy (1285): Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2017-2018 school year: 1. La Joya Independent School District 2. Mission Consolidated Independent School District E. 59905 Constable Precinct 4: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Jose Noe Rodriguez as a Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
C. 60046 Discussion and action to approve revised templates for PACE Lender Agreement, PACE Owner Contract, and Notice of Contractual Assessment Lien related to the Form documents attached to the Resolution Establishing Hidalgo County PACE Program previously approved on November 15, 2016. D. 60044 Discussion and action on the Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement effective as of December 13, 2016 between Hidalgo County and Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC and approve order on same.
District Attorney's Office: A. 59929 Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924301 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). B. 59793 DA Vehicle Theft (1221): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $31.92.
Sheriff's Office: A. 59922 Sheriff's Office OCDETF (1284): 1. Approval of FY2017 Overtime Agreement (Investigation Number SW-TXS-1059) between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $8,000.00. 2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF agreement. 4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $8,000.00. B. 59925 Sheriff's Office OCDETF (1284): 1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office/Houston Division Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF grant agreement. 3 . Approval to appropriate OCDETF grant award in the amount of $5,100.00 (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1059). C. 59917 Jail Commissary: 1. Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $5,392.20. 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $5,392.20.
B. 59799 Presentation of Walk Across Texas Champions challenge #13. C. 59998 HSGP (1293): Requesting approval to submit extension request for grant contract #3114901 from the Office of the Governor to end on 08/31/2017. The purpose of the extension is to reallocate available funds and allow additional time for procurement. D. 60020 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and The County of Hidalgo. The purpose of the Agreement is surveillance and screening of mosquito-borne diseases in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. E. 60000 Requesting approval to allow Hidalgo County Health & Human Services staff in partnership with Hidalgo County Emergency Management staff to host and provide training for local Amateur Radio Operators at the Health Department conference room. The Field Day Exercise will be held on June 24, 2017. F. 60007 Discussion, consideration and update on ZIKA activities in Hidalgo County and encouragement on having licensed vector control staff in each precinct. G. 59948 Discussion, consideration and approval to disseminate the 2017 Operation Lone Star VIP Day invitation on behalf of Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court and Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District. H. 59916 1. Requesting approval to ratify action taken on 05/02/17 through AI-59536 to designate Eduardo Olivarez, Chief Administrative Officer as contact person / managing employee for the purpose of processing the Medicare revalidation. 2. Requesting approval to ratify action taken on 05/02/17 through AI-59536 to request authority for County Treasurer to process electronic payment in the amount of $560.00 to pay for the Provider Enrollment Medicare Application Fee after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. I. 59919 Requesting consideration of ratification to appoint Michael Anthony Gomez as a Public Health Intern in conjunction with the approved Master Internship Agreement between Texas A & M University and Hidalgo County, to become effective May 16, 2017 for a term ending August 12, 2017. J. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures 2. 60014 Discussion and update regarding letter in support of the UHRIP Pilot Program. K. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. 60006 Discussion, consideration, and approval for Environmental Compliance Coordinator to submit letter to TCEQ withdrawing application for permit for waste water treatment plant at Delta Lake Park in Pct. 1. C. 59962 Approval to accept settlement check from Fred Loya Insurance Agency in the amount of $2,409.26 to settle property damage claim with County security fence. (Courthouse) D. 59963 Approval to accept settlement check from GEICO County Mutual Insurance Company in the amount of $426.01 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Constable P3)
Human Resources: A. 60028 WIC - Food Summer Program (1292): 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create the following part-time temporary positions not to exceed 9 weeks, effective June 19, 2017: Action Dept./ Program Position Title Slot # Budgeted Salary/ Hourly Rate Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I T009 $3,240.00/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I T010 $3,240.00/yr - $12.00/hr. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer. B. 60019 Sheriff's Office (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Approval of the following personnel action in accordance with Section 9.14 of the Civil Service Commission Rules, effective 5/22/17: Action Employee No. Slot No. Dept./ Program Current Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary Reclassification 143502 0114 280-001 Senior Deputy Sheriff Step II $51,068.00 Sergeant Step II $61,290.00 C. 59739 Sheriff's Office (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 6/12/2017: Action Slot# Dept. / Program Current/Proposed Position Title Proposed Budgeted Allowance Clothing allowance (add) 0154 280-001 Deputy Sheriff Step I $500.00 Clothing allowance (add) 0178 280-001 Deputy Sheriff Step I $500.00 Clothing allowance (add) 0218 280-001 Deputy Sheriff Step I $500.00 D. 60004 Precinct #3 - Road Maintenance (1200): 1. Approval to create one (1) full time temporary position not to exceed six (6) months, effective June 26, 2017 through December 24,2017, as follows: Slot No. Dept./Program Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary T108 123-005 Administrative Assistant IV $19,685.00/yr. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
Fire Marshal's Office: A. 59911 Requesting approval to process the following invoice as a claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. VENDOR INVOICE # INVOICE DATE AMOUNT THE PRODUCTIVITY CENTER, INC. HCFM0081515 01/05/2015 $317.00 Total $317.00
IT Department: A. 59707 COMMISSIONER PCT. 1 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless gps service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Qty: Description: User: Service Plan: 30 Data Plan for GPS Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00 each/per month 90 Data Plan for GPS Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 1MB @ $5.00 each/per month
Head Start Program: A. 59888 Discussion/Approval of Program Calendars for Program Year 2017-2018 B. 59889 Discussion/Approval to disburse lump sum summer paychecks to staff who resign as of the Last Summer Leave Day/Last Working Day for position assigned. C. 59890 Discussion/Approval of the Following 2017-2018 Hidalgo County Head Start Program Plans: Child Nutrition Services Health Services Special Services Education Services Human Resources Transition Services Family Services Mental Health Services Transportation Services D. 59891 Discussion/Approval of the Community Needs Assessment E. 59892 Discussion/Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo Independent School District and Hidalgo County Head Start Program F. 59893 Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Tropical Texas Behavior Health and Hidalgo County Head Start Program. G. 59894 Discussion/Approval to award classroom space (as attached hereto) for sealed bids on Lease of Classroom Space for the following area: a. Classroom Space - Mercedes RFB# 2017-001-03-31 H. 59896 Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to County's Surplus Department for Proper Disposition I. 59897 Recognition of Accident Free Centers J. 59887 Discussion/Approval of Summer Work Schedule
WIC: A. 59968 WIC Program (1292): Requesting approval to submit credit application to create sub account for WIC Department with Boggus Ford Lincoln in order to fix our 2009 Ford E-350 Diesel Cargo Van and authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign credit application.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 60038 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo, and the City of Pharr concerning the use of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Pool by the City of Pharr to provide swimming lessons to citizens. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the use of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park by the City of Pharr to provide swimming lessons to citizens.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 60036 PCT 3 - Veterans Blvd SH495 (1200): 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by County Auditor for revenues received from the City of Palmview for the road improvement to Veterans Blvd. (SH 495). 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Veterans Blvd. (SH 495) in the amount of $660.900.00.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 59923 1. Discussion consideration and approval for Hidalgo County Pct. 4 to appoint Carlos Cruz Leal student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and Daniel Diaz student at the University of Texas at Austin, as interns under Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for the period of June 5, 2017 to August 11, 2017. 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Judge to sign Affiliation/Training Letter for internship. B. 59972 Requesting approval of claim for the following, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Invoice Date Invoice No. Description Amount 05/22/17 879363 Subscription from 03/12 through 05/10 $32.93
Budget & Management: A. 60042 1. Presentation and discussion on Hidalgo County Capital Improvement Plan 2. Presentation, discussion and possible action on CIP Plan of Finance. B. 59918 Requesting approval for payment of Invoice No.: Mission PL FY2017-2b to the City of Mission/Speer Memorial Library for the Hidalgo County Library System (eLibrary) payment in the amount of $400,000.00. C. 59803 Texas VINE Grant (1283): Approval to submit the FY 2017 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $6,928.83 (3rd Qtr.) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with the authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
Purchasing Department - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 59988 Approve an "Order" establishing the "Public Purpose" for the purchase of promotional items for disseminating information to vendors and residents of the functions, duties, responsibilities, policies and procedures of the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department at upcoming events commencing with UTRGV's Procurement Technical Assistance Center Annual South Texas Business Opportunity Forum [scheduled for June 27, 2017] thus promoting and encouraging more interest and vendor participation in the County's procurement projects. B. Hidalgo County 1. 59848 Presentation of bids received [as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein] for the purpose of award & approval of contract document, to the vendor submitting the lowest & best bid for "Limestone" [meeting all specifications/requirements] and subject to compliance with HB1295 (if & when applicable). 2. 59913 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County’s option to extend the final one (1) year renewal allowed under contract #E-16-125-03-22 under the same rates, terms and conditions with Gulf Data Products for the provision of “General Printing Services and Related Supplies” effective June 15, 2017 to June 14, 2018. 3. 59711 Presentation of bids received for the purpose of award to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest & best bid [meeting all specifications and/or requirements] and approval of contract document for project titled: "Rental of Industrial Uniforms-Hidalgo County" through RFB No.: 2017-045-03-29-SMA 4. 59777 Recommendation for CC to reject the sole bid received for RFB No.: 2017-012A-04-26-SGS titled: Hidalgo County-"Disposal of Used Oil-Oil Filters & Antifreeze" and to re-advertise this project, with modifications to Specifications, in hopes of obtaining more participation and better pricing. C. Pct. 1 1. 59985 PCT. 1 1. Requesting acceptance and approval of Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by Texas Cordia Construction for Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 11 North (FM 1015 - Mile 1 West). 2. Requesting acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No. 7 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $31,666.57 as submitted by Texas Cordia Construction contracted vendor for the provision of Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 11 North (FM 1015-Mile 1 West) under Contract C-16-279-09-06. 2. 60025 PCT.1 A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted by Asago Construction for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements Project - Mile 4 North Road. B. Acceptance and approval of Application for Payment #2 Final in the amount of $87,674.35 as submitted by Asago Construction for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements for Mile 4 North Road under Contract# C-16-364-11-01 3. 60029 PCT.1 A. Acceptance & Approval of Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by Asago Construction for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 4 North Road. B. Acceptance & Approval of Application for Payment #3 Retainage in the amount of $14,304.53 as submitted by Asago Construction for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 4 North Road under Contract# C-16-364-11-01. 4. 60052 A.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Agreement for Professional Engineering Services with L & G Consulting Engineers Inc., as it relates to Mile 6 Project (Contract # C-17-157-05-30) as approved for negotiations by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court on 03/07/2017; B.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $1,614,606.00, with L & G Engineering Services for Mile 6 Project. 5. 59987 Pct. #1: Requesting acceptance and approval of the following for 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise for FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements: Mile 11 North, Mile 13 ½ & Yvette Circle under Contract C-16-398-12-13 including, but not limited to: A. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC reflecting the date of May 8, 2017; B. Application for Payment No. 3 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $25,983.11. 6. 60041 PCT 1 A. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between The City of Weslaco, Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas concerning Phase I and Phase II Improvements to Mile 6 West Road from Mile 9 North to Mile 11 North [Phase I project development activities to the Road consists of the Environmental Assessment, Public Involvement and Schematic Services and Phase II shall include Field Surveys, Right-of-Way Map, Plans, Specification & Estimates, Roadway Right-of-Way Acquisition/ Compensable Utility Services]; B. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project of a desire to widen and reconstruct Mile 6 West between Mile 9 and Mile 11 through a Phase II Inter-local Cooperation Agreement to be entered into with the City of Weslaco, Texas, and Hidalgo County. 7. 59945 Pct. #1: Acceptance and approval for items under Contract #C-16-363-11-01 between Hidalgo County [Pct. #1] ASAGO LLC, dba, ASAGO Construction for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements: Mile 2.5 East Road including but not limited to the following: A. Certificate of Substantial Completion reflecting the date of May 11, 2017; and, B. Payment Application No. 6 (Retainage) in the amount of $23,421.33. D. Pct. 3 1. 60010 A. Requesting approval of "Supplemental Agreement No. 1" as submitted by L&G Engineering Contract C-15-161-11-17 to extend the project limits as requested by the Texas Department of Transportation, to include the section from IH2 (US83) on Abram Road North to Veterans Blvd. (approximately 0.2 Miles), thence East to SH 364 (La Homa); B. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $1,321,800.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L&G Engineering for, "PS&E, Surveys, Right-of-Way Map and Permitted Utilities Coordination for the Veterans Boulevard (SH 495) project from IH2 (US83) to La Homa Road (SH 364)" located in Precinct 3 through Contract # C-15-161-11-17; C. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering, (Article 14) to C-15-161-11-17, approval to permit the subcontracting of R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC and Ergonomic Transportation Systems, Inc. for the Veterans Boulevard Project. 2. 59931 Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with CruzBro RGV, LLC dba The Real Estate Center for the purposes of appraisal services for: The Fair Market Value Appraisals in connection with the Acquisition of Land-Sale and/or Exchange, Rights of Way, Easements, Condemnations and Disposition of County owned Property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 (on an as needed basis) and as selected for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers by CC on 2/21/17. E. Pct. 4 1. 59993 Acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 10 (decrease) for deduction of Landscaping Allowance to zero-out Contract No. C-14-067-06-03 with JCon Construction, LLC. as reviewed/approved by project architect of record, Mata-Garcia Architects, LLP for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 Project: Construction of the Linn-San Manuel Emergency Services Facilities with authority for County Judge, or Court Member to execute document. F. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 60003 Requesting authority to advertise and procurement packet [drafted/developed by HC-DH&HS & Purchasing Dept.] the project titled: "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" - RFP No.: 2017-149-06-21-HGO for County Indigent Health Care Level 2 Pilot Program with draft contract document subject to final legal review/approval. G. Co. Wide 1. 59743 Presentation of Bids received (as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein) for the purpose of award to the responsible multiple vendors submitting the lowest and best bids (including meeting specifications and/or requirements) with approval of contract document for project titled: Hidalgo County "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" through RFB No.: 2017-046-04-05-FAZ as follow: A. Rio Valley Pipe, LLC d/b/a CAPA; B. HD Supply Waterworks, LTD C. Act Pipe & Supply, Inc. D. Ferguson Enterprises d/b/a Ferguson Waterworks E. Aguaworks Pipe & Supply, LLC
Open Forum
Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59997 Pending/potential litigation - Edinburg Municipal Airport & City of Edinburg Property D. 59927 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; Agnete Antons v. County of Hidalgo E. 59932 Claim of Estate of Gabriel Miranda, Jr., deceased F. 59954 Claim of AT&T G. 59956 Claim of Texas Department of Public Safety H. 59958 Claim of Juan Carlos Garcia I. 59960 Claim of Severino Roque J. 59994 Claim of AT&T 25. 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)
Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59999 Pending/potential litigation - Edinburg Municipal Airport & City of Edinburg Property D. 59928 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; Agnete Antons v. County of Hidalgo E. 59933 Claim of Estate of Gabriel Miranda, Jr., deceased F. 59955 Claim of AT&T G. 59957 Claim of Texas Department of Public Safety H. 59959 Claim of Juan Carlos Garcia I. 59961 Claim of Severino Roque J. 59995 Claim of AT&T 29. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 60032 A.) Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Drainage projects, maintenance and operations: 1.) Pct. 4 North Seminary Estates 2.) Pct. 4 Mile 17 1/2 & Tower Road Drainage Improvement Project 3.) Pct. 4 Alamo Brisas Drainage Improvement Project 4.) Pct. 4 Kenyon Road & Mile 17 1/2 Drainage Improvement 6. 59978 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of the firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers for the purpose of ranking by the HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Raba Kistner Consultants, Inc. 98 B2Z Engineering 97 L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L&G Engineering 99 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm, ____________________________, for the provision of "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". 7. 59984 A.) Requesting exemption from competitive bidding requirements under the Texas Local Government Code 262.024 (a)(4) for Professional Engineering Services. B.) Presentation of scoring grid of the firms graded through the District's "Pool" of pre-qualified Professional Engineers for the purpose of ranking by the HCDD1 Board of Directors in connection with "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: Millennium Engineers Group, Inc. 99 Terracon Consultants, Inc. 98 Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) 97 C.) Pursuant to the Boards approval requesting authority for the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 to negotiate a Professional Engineering Services Agreement with the number one ranked firm, ____________________________, for the provision of "On-Call Professional Geotechnical Services". 8. 59991 Requesting approval of final negotiated Services Agreement with Valley Land Title, Co., as it relates to Title Company Services - On Call (on as needed basis). Approved for negotiations by HCDD1 Board of Directors on May 16, 2017 (AI# 59845). 9. 60012 A. Requesting approval to accept bids and approval to execute a Construction Contract to lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements, Venser Contractors, LLC for RFB No. HCDD1-17-023-05-10 "Street and Drainage Improvements for Plena Vista Subdivision, Unit 2", in the total bid amount of $450,960.30 as recommended by project engineer , Cruz-Hogan Consultants, Inc. B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor". 10. 60037 2013 Bonds Budget 300-J-09 Project Pct.4 Approval to issue payment on the following item: Invoice No. PP1-5 2017 in the amount of $178,354.10 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 1 through 5 of 2017). Project Engineer: Tedsi Infrastructure Group 11. 60039 2013 Bonds Budget: 365-Rural Drainage Development Pct.4 Approval to issue payment on the following item: Application for Payment No. 3 in the amount of $159, 177.01 from Venser Contractors, LLC pertaining to Construction Contract No. HCDD1-16-045-09-27 Kenyon Rd & Mile 17 Area Drainage Improvements. Project Engineer: Noe Saldivar, P.E.-Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 PO#630834 12. 60043 A. Requesting approval of closing documents for Parcel 28 as it relates to Pct. No. 2 Fee Simple Project and authority for the Chairman of the Board to execute documents pending final legal review B. Pursuant to the Board's approval of Agenda Item 60043 (A), requesting approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $13,880.63 to Sierra Title of Hidalgo County, Inc. Order File No. 0003161950 Parcel 28. 13. 60017 Requesting approval to accept bid and approval to execute Requirements Agreements with the vendor submitting the lowest and best bid meeting all specified requirements for RFB No. HCDD1-17-029-05-24 "Fuel -Gasoline and Diesel (On & Off Highway)" 14. 60045 Requesting Approval of Consent For Access to Property from United States Environmental Protection Agency and authorization for Drainage District General Manager to execute as it relates to marked Area Numbers 35 & 39, pending final legal review. 15. 60048 Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 11 through the On Call CMT Services Pct. #2, Pct. #3, Pct. #4 & HCDD1 Master Drainage System Agreement with L&G Engineering in the amount of $32,985.68 as it relates CMT Services for -Pharr-McAllen South Drain Outfall Project. 16. 60049 A. Requesting approval to accept bids and approval to execute a Construction Contract to lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements, Metro Electric, Inc. for RFB No. HCDD1-17-018-04-12 "Maintenance Building Electrical Upgrade", in the total bid amount of $34,190.00 as recommended by project engineer Halff Associates, Inc., subject to compliance with HB1295 B. Pursuant to TXLGC 262.031 and in the interest of expediting a project's progress, requesting authority/approval for Drainage District General Manager, Raul E. Sesin, P.E., CFM, to execute change orders that involve ...'an increase or decrease in cost of $50,000.00 or LESS and in no event to exceed the Change Order's statutory limits...'. The original contract price may not be decreased by 18 % or more without the consent of the contractor". 17. 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 18. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 19. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 20. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 21. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
1. 60058 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. Presentation of Fund Information Report B. 59877 Pursuant to Local Government Code Section 115.0035, requesting approval of the attached reports. C. 59937 Pursuant to Local Government Code Sections 114.023-.025, requesting approval of Monthly Financial Reports for the Months of January 2017 and February 2017 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 60050 2017 - DA CCP59 (1223) B. 59996 2017 - Pct. 2 Rd Maint (1200) C. 60011 2017 - District Attorney's Office/ Grand Jury (1100) D. 60001 2017 - Tax Office (1100) E. 59951 2017 - J.P. 4-2 (1100) F. 59938 2017 - Pct. #1 R&B (1200) G. 59981 2017 - Pct 4 Rd Maint (1200) H. 59941 2017 - Purchasing (1100) I. 59949 2017 - Budget & Management (1100) J. 59952 2017 - Constable Pct. 3 (1230) K. 59969 2017 - 1115 Waiver DSRIP (1100) L. 60040 2017 - IMM Div Local (1293) M. 59915 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / H.D. Adm (1293) N. 59926 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. - TB Control (1293) O. 59906 2017 - Adult Detention Center (1100) P. 60005 2017 - Adult Detention Center (1100) Q. 59908 2017 - WIC (1292) R. 59910 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1100) S. 59886 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) T. 59904 2017 - 430th District Court (1100) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 60013 Pct 2 Nolana LP Project (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2- Sgt. Trevino project to Pct 2 - Nolana LP project in the amount of $167.16 for pavement marking expenses. B. 60033 Pct 2 Administration (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance (006) to Pct 2 Administration (005) in the amount of $4,645.99 to fund annual fee and finance charge for software renewal and postage expenses. C. 60035 Pct 2 Valle Vista Rd Project (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Rd Maint to Pct 2 Valle Vista Rd Project in the amount of $20,000.00 to fund project expenditures. D. 60047 Urban County (1100): Requesting approval of interdepartmental transfer from (463) to (472) in the amount of $1,350.00 to fund bank loan interest payment. E. 60027 Approval of interdepartmental transfer from CO2016-PCT4-MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT (program 029) to CO2016-PCT4-VEHICLES (program 153) in the amount of $44,688.37. F. 59977 Pct. 4 (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Rd Maint (program 007) to Sunflower Rd (program 189) in the total amount of $5,183.95. G. 59982 Pct. 4 Emergency Srv Linn (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Sanitation (001) to Emergency Srv Linn (program 187) in the total amount of $246.95. H. 59976 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Parks (program 009) to Doolittle Recovery Project (program 162) in the total amount of $8,141.50. I. 59903 Jail (1100): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from IT Countywide to Jail in the amount of $18,800.00 to fund telephone expenditures. 5. Planning Department: A. 59980 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) 6. Monthly Fee Reports: A. 59753 District Clerk Fee report for the month of April 2017 $460,313.47 7. Executive Office: A. 60022 Approval of 457 plan hardship withdrawal request for employee #122335 B. 59907 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Steve Lopez; Donna: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of FM 493 go East 3168 feet. Will bore Mile 15N from North to South 4" deep. b). Frank Coronado; San Carlos: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 4" waterline, from the centerline of State Hwy 107 go South 225 feet. Will bore 84th Street from East to West. c). Jesus Benavides; Donna: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of FM 1423 go East 1000 feet. Will bore Anderson Road from North to South 4" deep. d). Robert Aldrate; Weslaco: Proposing to bore a 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Mile 4 1/2 go East 2/10 mile. Will bore Rancho Viejo Street from North to South 4" deep. 2). Agua SUD: Along the north side of Mile 2 Rd. from La Homa Rd. approximately 400 ft. west, cross Mile 2 Rd. and connect to an existing water line along the south side of Mile 2 Rd.; Palmview, Texas 8. Tax Refunds: A. 59909 ACCOUNT NUMBER PAYER AMOUNT 00073.90.140.0005.05 B.O.S. INC. $3,841.91 10968.90.000.0001.20 B.O.S. INC. $3,111.27 B4025.00.160.0000.05 CORELOGIC $10,163.16 C4921.99.000.0011.01 TK RIM, LLC $5,459.56 D3200.00.130.0000.00 ROD ROBERTSON ENTERPRISES, INC $4,238.19 D7545.01.001.0035.00 CORELOGIC $3,830.79 J2355.00.000.0104.00 JAIME I RIVERA $2,703.94 L1100.02.002.0118.05 HERMIDIO ROSAS $2,691.11 M5840.01.000.0051.00 KIMBERLY VANDERFORD $3,984.19 Q0960.00.000.000C.00 LA JOYA INVESTMENTS, LLC $8,993.35 R3490.00.000.0025.00 RAMIRO G FLORES $2,930.58 S2950.00.000.0526.00 ROBERTO R. ELIZALDE $3,502.90 B. 59791 Account Number Payer Amount T5437.00.000.0015.00 Planet Home Lending $3,503.53 C. 59744 Account Number Payer Amount D7550.00.000.0000.00 Archie Acevedo $5,998.38 T4085.00.000.0020.00 De Maiz Tortilleria LLC $3,899.79 9. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 59986 Sheriff's Department: Requesting approval to pay 2017 Texas Chief Association membership dues (req. #343006) for Chief Deputy Mario Lopez, in the amount of $24.00, with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. B. 59914 Public Defender: 1. Approval to pay The State Bar of Texas 2017-2018 Membership Dues through Requisition #342810 for Ignacio Mendoza, Public Defender II in the amount of $68.00, and Jose Luis Bravo, First Assistant Public Defender in the amount of $235.00, with the authority of the County Treasurer to issue check after the review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor. 2. Approval to pay 2017 membership dues to the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA) through Requisition # 343091 for First Assistant Public Defender, Jose Luis Bravo, in the amount of $60.00, with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. C. 59754 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for payment of certification for Miguel Jose Guerra, Volunteer Fire Investigator on C1-Fire Investigator Basic, payable to Texas Commission on Fire Protection in the amount of $150.00, Requisition # 342236. D. 59947 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for an Active Membership Renewal for International Association of Arson Investigators Inc. for Homero Garza, Fire Marshal and Eric Sanchez, Chief Deputy Fire Marshal in the amount of $135.00 each, totaling $270.00, Requisition # 343064. 10. Headstart: A. 59899 Approval of Monthly Children's Applications Report for 2017-2018 B. 59900 Approval of Monthly Texas Department of Agriculture Meals and Snacks Report: April 2017 C. 59901 Approval of Monthly Special Services Report: April 2017 D. 59902 Approval of the Learning Accomplishment Profile Diagnostic (LAP-D) Post Report E. 59898 Approval of Monthly Financial Report: April 2017 11. Budget & Management: A. 59884 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 May 1-15, 2017 in the amount of $48,376.11 and requesting approval of wire transfer. B. 59587 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $5,199.75 to Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 05/13/17 to 05/19/17. 05/13-19/17 $5,199.75 TOTAL $5,199.75 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. C. 59820 1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $766,383.35 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 05/04/17 to 05/17/17. 05/04-10/17 $444,184.68 05/11-17/17 $322,198.67 TOTAL $766,383.35 2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid. D. 59921 TXDOT Pct 4 10th Street Extension (SH107-FM1925) (1315): Approval to issue check payable to Texas Department of Transportation Trust Fund in the amount of $6,834.00 to cover the County's estimate share of Construction Direct State Costs (State review and oversight of construction engineering) with the authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor. (CSJ:0921-02-300) E. Interfund transfers: 1. 59973 Transfers Out-Health Grants (1100)/Transfers In-General Fund (1293): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Transfers Out-Health Grants (1100) and Transfers In-General Fund (1293) fiscal year 7 & 8 into program account numbers 008, 011, 013 & 047 to allocate the cash match into the appropriate programs in the total amount of $281,083.00. 2. 59974 Pct. 4 (1100): Approval of 2017 interfund transfer from Pct 4 Rd Maintenance, program 007 (1200), to Pct 4 CRC Sunflower, program 186 (1100), in the amount of $14,944.94. 12. Purchasing Dept - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 60031 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e. specifications/requirements, legal notice, draft requirements etc.) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County “J.R. MILO PONCE MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS 2017-173-06-14-TDL” including the re-advertisement of project when and if necessary or required. B. 60034 Requesting authority to exercise the first extension (under the same rates, terms and conditions) as provided in current Contract # C-16-077-06-20 for: "Flex Base Material - Crushed Caliche" for Hidalgo County with Frontera Materials Inc., effective, July 02, 2017. D. 60024 Presentation for discussion, consideration, acceptance, and approval to exercise the automatic one (1) year renewalas stated in the current "Memorandum of Understanding" (MOU) - E-16-129-05-10 (C-07-225-05-08) for "Prenatal Health Care Services of Inmates" between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and Hidalgo County Health Department effective/commencing, June 24, 2017. E. 60015 Requesting authority to exercise the additional one (1) year period, under the same rates, terms and conditions as provided in current contract# C-16-159-06-14 for the purposes of:"Hauling Services for ALL Road Materials" for Precinct 1 with Benchmark Utility Contractors, Inc. d/b/a Cen-Tex Trucking, effective/commencing, June 28, 2017. F. 60021 Requesting authority to exercise the final year extension under the same rates, terms and conditions as provided in current Contract #E-16-229-06-07 (C-15-031-06-23) for: Pest Control Services for Hidalgo County with Robert Sanchez d/b/a KILL A BUG PEST CONTROL, effective/commencing July 13, 2017. G. 59975 BCAP/Pct. 4 requests acceptance and approval of Invoice No.5 in the amount of $1,909.68 as submitted by Dos Logistics Inc. for professional engineering services provided under Contract (C-CAP-12-129-07-31) Engleman Estates Subdivision Project. H. 60030 Requesting approval of payment of Invoice #1 in the amount of $12,954.64 submitted by Hidalgo County Urban Program for issuance of purchase order to Liberty Mutual (Western American Insurance Company) for the finalizing Sunflower Park Improvement Project. J. 59935 Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering, [Article 14] to C-13-333-12-03, approval to permit the subcontracting of R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC for the Shary Road (FM 494) Project. K. 59936 Approval to exercise the County's option to extend a sixty (60) day grace period contract #C-16-169-06-20 with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions, Inc. for SS-1 Emulsified Asphalt and Delivery Services for Hidalgo County [under the same rates, terms & conditions]so as to have no lapse in service while procurement process is completed and awarded. L. 59786 Authorization to advertise and approval of procurement packet attached herein for RFB No. 2017-121-06-21-HGO - "Armored Car Services" including approval to re-advertise in the event NO BIDS are received and/or are rejected and the project is still required. M. 59881 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 "Bulk Gasoline-On-Off Highway Diesel Fuel & Other Related Misc. Products" - RFB No.: 2017-004-00-00-FAZ, including the re-advertisement of project in the event No Bids are received and/or are rejected and project is still required. N. 59876 Ratification of the fully executed Change Order No. 1 in connection with contract No. C-16-281-11-15 -Hidalgo County Precinct #2 -YUMA AVENUE EXTENSION PROJECT(from McColl Rd to 0.16 miles east of McColl Rd) as recommended by project inspector, Eugene Palacios and subject to compliance with HB1295 when and if applicable.
C. 59970 Pct. #1: Requesting authority & approval to purchase a GPS System for Precinct's 120 Vehicle Fleet to include GPS Units, Installation, & GPS Service from Unicom Government, Inc. through Purchasing Cooperative, US Communities Contract #4400006645 [Expires 4/30/19] through Requisition #315384 in the amount of $61,479.33 including note that the purchase of this GPS System and subject to compliance with HB1295 and/or HB23-Modified CIQ if and when applicable. I. 59990 Requesting acceptance and approval of the following request for payments submitted by JCON Construction LLC. Project-Linn San Manuel Emergency Facility. P.O. 712761: 1.) Payment Application No. 13- <$100.70 credit> 2.) Payment Application No. 14 (retainage) - $66,194.51
County Judge's Office: A. 59605 Resolution in Recognition of the Hidalgo County Crime Stoppers as the organization celebrates its 20th Anniversary. B. 59639 Discussion, consideration, and action on Order reinstating Precinct 5 Constable and Justice of the Peace Pct. 5, Place 1. C. 60046 Discussion and action to approve revised templates for PACE Lender Agreement, PACE Owner Contract, and Notice of Contractual Assessment Lien related to the Form documents attached to the Resolution Establishing Hidalgo County PACE Program previously approved on November 15, 2016. D. 60044 Discussion and action on the Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement effective as of December 13, 2016 between Hidalgo County and Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC and approve order on same.
District Clerk - Laura Hinojosa: A. 59992 Resolution in Honor of Ernesto Cano for 32 years of dedicated and exceptional service to the judicial system and Hidalgo County District Clerk's Office.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 59939 Resolution in Recognition of the Hidalgo County Tobacco Prevention and Control Coalition.
Urban County: A. 60026 Approval of a Proclamation declaring June 2017 Home Ownership Month within the County of Hidalgo
Constables: A. 60008 Constable Pct. 3 (1230) Approval of 2017 appropriation of Chapter 59 funds received by Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the amount of $23,255.00. B. 60018 Constable Pct. 3 (1257) Approval of 2017 appropriation of US Treasury funds received by Hidalgo County District Attoney's Office HIDTA Task Force in the the amount of $10,000.00 C. 59924 Constable Pct. #3: Discussion, consideration and action on Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between County of Hidalgo, Texas and Hidalgo County Irrigation District #6 D. 59795 Constable Pct. 3 - STOP Truancy (1285): Approval to renew Interlocal Agreements between Hidalgo County and the following school districts - (STOP Truancy Program) for the 2017-2018 school year: 1. La Joya Independent School District 2. Mission Consolidated Independent School District E. 59905 Constable Precinct 4: Discussion, consideration, and approval to appoint Jose Noe Rodriguez as a Reserve Deputy Constable by Constable A. "J.R." Gaitan, Constable Precinct 4 in accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 86.012.
C. 60046 Discussion and action to approve revised templates for PACE Lender Agreement, PACE Owner Contract, and Notice of Contractual Assessment Lien related to the Form documents attached to the Resolution Establishing Hidalgo County PACE Program previously approved on November 15, 2016. D. 60044 Discussion and action on the Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement effective as of December 13, 2016 between Hidalgo County and Wonderful Citrus Packing LLC and approve order on same.
District Attorney's Office: A. 59929 Victim Assistance Program (VAP) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924301 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG). B. 59793 DA Vehicle Theft (1221): Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the amount of $31.92.
Sheriff's Office: A. 59922 Sheriff's Office OCDETF (1284): 1. Approval of FY2017 Overtime Agreement (Investigation Number SW-TXS-1059) between the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office in the amount of $8,000.00. 2. Authorization to pay overtime reimbursable under the grant terms and conditions. 3. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF agreement. 4. Approval of appropriation of funds in the amount of $8,000.00. B. 59925 Sheriff's Office OCDETF (1284): 1. Approval of Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETF) Agreement between the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration McAllen District Office/Houston Division Office OCDETF Strike Force Group D-81. 2. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by the County Auditor for the OCDETF grant agreement. 3 . Approval to appropriate OCDETF grant award in the amount of $5,100.00 (in reference to Investigation Number SW-TXS-1059). C. 59917 Jail Commissary: 1. Approval of certification of revenues by the County Auditor in the amount of $5,392.20. 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds in the Jail Commissary account for the amount of $5,392.20.
B. 59799 Presentation of Walk Across Texas Champions challenge #13. C. 59998 HSGP (1293): Requesting approval to submit extension request for grant contract #3114901 from the Office of the Governor to end on 08/31/2017. The purpose of the extension is to reallocate available funds and allow additional time for procurement. D. 60020 Requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement Between The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and The County of Hidalgo. The purpose of the Agreement is surveillance and screening of mosquito-borne diseases in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. E. 60000 Requesting approval to allow Hidalgo County Health & Human Services staff in partnership with Hidalgo County Emergency Management staff to host and provide training for local Amateur Radio Operators at the Health Department conference room. The Field Day Exercise will be held on June 24, 2017. F. 60007 Discussion, consideration and update on ZIKA activities in Hidalgo County and encouragement on having licensed vector control staff in each precinct. G. 59948 Discussion, consideration and approval to disseminate the 2017 Operation Lone Star VIP Day invitation on behalf of Hidalgo County Commissioner's Court and Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District. H. 59916 1. Requesting approval to ratify action taken on 05/02/17 through AI-59536 to designate Eduardo Olivarez, Chief Administrative Officer as contact person / managing employee for the purpose of processing the Medicare revalidation. 2. Requesting approval to ratify action taken on 05/02/17 through AI-59536 to request authority for County Treasurer to process electronic payment in the amount of $560.00 to pay for the Provider Enrollment Medicare Application Fee after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. I. 59919 Requesting consideration of ratification to appoint Michael Anthony Gomez as a Public Health Intern in conjunction with the approved Master Internship Agreement between Texas A & M University and Hidalgo County, to become effective May 16, 2017 for a term ending August 12, 2017. J. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures 2. 60014 Discussion and update regarding letter in support of the UHRIP Pilot Program. K. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Executive Office: A. Presentation for discussion, consideration and action (if necessary) including, but not limited to the following: 1) Update on ongoing county owned building construction, relocation and/or renovation repair projects 2) Emergency situations occurring since last agenda meeting B. 60006 Discussion, consideration, and approval for Environmental Compliance Coordinator to submit letter to TCEQ withdrawing application for permit for waste water treatment plant at Delta Lake Park in Pct. 1. C. 59962 Approval to accept settlement check from Fred Loya Insurance Agency in the amount of $2,409.26 to settle property damage claim with County security fence. (Courthouse) D. 59963 Approval to accept settlement check from GEICO County Mutual Insurance Company in the amount of $426.01 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (Constable P3)
Human Resources: A. 60028 WIC - Food Summer Program (1292): 1. Discussion, consideration, and approval to create the following part-time temporary positions not to exceed 9 weeks, effective June 19, 2017: Action Dept./ Program Position Title Slot # Budgeted Salary/ Hourly Rate Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I T009 $3,240.00/yr. - $12.00/hr. Create 350-020 Referral Resource Specialist I T010 $3,240.00/yr - $12.00/hr. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer. B. 60019 Sheriff's Office (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Approval of the following personnel action in accordance with Section 9.14 of the Civil Service Commission Rules, effective 5/22/17: Action Employee No. Slot No. Dept./ Program Current Position Title Current Budgeted Salary Proposed Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary Reclassification 143502 0114 280-001 Senior Deputy Sheriff Step II $51,068.00 Sergeant Step II $61,290.00 C. 59739 Sheriff's Office (1100): 1. Requesting waiver of the Budget Amendment Policy - Personnel - Related Amendments. 2. Discussion, consideration, and approval of the following personnel actions effective next full pay period 6/12/2017: Action Slot# Dept. / Program Current/Proposed Position Title Proposed Budgeted Allowance Clothing allowance (add) 0154 280-001 Deputy Sheriff Step I $500.00 Clothing allowance (add) 0178 280-001 Deputy Sheriff Step I $500.00 Clothing allowance (add) 0218 280-001 Deputy Sheriff Step I $500.00 D. 60004 Precinct #3 - Road Maintenance (1200): 1. Approval to create one (1) full time temporary position not to exceed six (6) months, effective June 26, 2017 through December 24,2017, as follows: Slot No. Dept./Program Position Title Proposed Budgeted Salary T108 123-005 Administrative Assistant IV $19,685.00/yr. 2. Approval of intradepartmental transfer.
Fire Marshal's Office: A. 59911 Requesting approval to process the following invoice as a claim with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor. VENDOR INVOICE # INVOICE DATE AMOUNT THE PRODUCTIVITY CENTER, INC. HCFM0081515 01/05/2015 $317.00 Total $317.00
IT Department: A. 59707 COMMISSIONER PCT. 1 Authorization and approval to purchase new wireless gps service through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TSO-3415 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following: Qty: Description: User: Service Plan: 30 Data Plan for GPS Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 5MB @ $7.00 each/per month 90 Data Plan for GPS Office Use Machine to Machine Account Share 1MB @ $5.00 each/per month
Head Start Program: A. 59888 Discussion/Approval of Program Calendars for Program Year 2017-2018 B. 59889 Discussion/Approval to disburse lump sum summer paychecks to staff who resign as of the Last Summer Leave Day/Last Working Day for position assigned. C. 59890 Discussion/Approval of the Following 2017-2018 Hidalgo County Head Start Program Plans: Child Nutrition Services Health Services Special Services Education Services Human Resources Transition Services Family Services Mental Health Services Transportation Services D. 59891 Discussion/Approval of the Community Needs Assessment E. 59892 Discussion/Approval to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Hidalgo Independent School District and Hidalgo County Head Start Program F. 59893 Discussion/Approval of Request to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Tropical Texas Behavior Health and Hidalgo County Head Start Program. G. 59894 Discussion/Approval to award classroom space (as attached hereto) for sealed bids on Lease of Classroom Space for the following area: a. Classroom Space - Mercedes RFB# 2017-001-03-31 H. 59896 Discussion/Approval to Declare Obsolete the Attached List of Items and Transfer Items to County's Surplus Department for Proper Disposition I. 59897 Recognition of Accident Free Centers J. 59887 Discussion/Approval of Summer Work Schedule
WIC: A. 59968 WIC Program (1292): Requesting approval to submit credit application to create sub account for WIC Department with Boggus Ford Lincoln in order to fix our 2009 Ford E-350 Diesel Cargo Van and authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Officer to sign credit application.
Precinct #2 - Comm. Cantu: A. 60038 1. Requesting approval of an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) between the County of Hidalgo, and the City of Pharr concerning the use of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park Pool by the City of Pharr to provide swimming lessons to citizens. 2. In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement (ICA) project regarding the use of the Pct 2 Las Milpas Park by the City of Pharr to provide swimming lessons to citizens.
Precinct #3 - Comm. Flores: A. 60036 PCT 3 - Veterans Blvd SH495 (1200): 1. Approval of certification of revenues as certified by County Auditor for revenues received from the City of Palmview for the road improvement to Veterans Blvd. (SH 495). 2. Approval of 2017 appropriation of funds into Pct 3 Veterans Blvd. (SH 495) in the amount of $660.900.00.
Precinct #4 - Comm. Palacios: A. 59923 1. Discussion consideration and approval for Hidalgo County Pct. 4 to appoint Carlos Cruz Leal student at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and Daniel Diaz student at the University of Texas at Austin, as interns under Hidalgo County Precinct 4 for the period of June 5, 2017 to August 11, 2017. 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Judge to sign Affiliation/Training Letter for internship. B. 59972 Requesting approval of claim for the following, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor. Invoice Date Invoice No. Description Amount 05/22/17 879363 Subscription from 03/12 through 05/10 $32.93
Budget & Management: A. 60042 1. Presentation and discussion on Hidalgo County Capital Improvement Plan 2. Presentation, discussion and possible action on CIP Plan of Finance. B. 59918 Requesting approval for payment of Invoice No.: Mission PL FY2017-2b to the City of Mission/Speer Memorial Library for the Hidalgo County Library System (eLibrary) payment in the amount of $400,000.00. C. 59803 Texas VINE Grant (1283): Approval to submit the FY 2017 Texas VINE Grant reimbursement maintenance invoice in the amount of $6,928.83 (3rd Qtr.) and the Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) County Verification of Continuing Production Record with the authority for County Judge to sign the required documents.
Purchasing Department - Notes: A. FOR ANY CONTRACT(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE. B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S). A. 59988 Approve an "Order" establishing the "Public Purpose" for the purchase of promotional items for disseminating information to vendors and residents of the functions, duties, responsibilities, policies and procedures of the Hidalgo County Purchasing Department at upcoming events commencing with UTRGV's Procurement Technical Assistance Center Annual South Texas Business Opportunity Forum [scheduled for June 27, 2017] thus promoting and encouraging more interest and vendor participation in the County's procurement projects. B. Hidalgo County 1. 59848 Presentation of bids received [as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein] for the purpose of award & approval of contract document, to the vendor submitting the lowest & best bid for "Limestone" [meeting all specifications/requirements] and subject to compliance with HB1295 (if & when applicable). 2. 59913 Acceptance and approval to exercise the County’s option to extend the final one (1) year renewal allowed under contract #E-16-125-03-22 under the same rates, terms and conditions with Gulf Data Products for the provision of “General Printing Services and Related Supplies” effective June 15, 2017 to June 14, 2018. 3. 59711 Presentation of bids received for the purpose of award to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest & best bid [meeting all specifications and/or requirements] and approval of contract document for project titled: "Rental of Industrial Uniforms-Hidalgo County" through RFB No.: 2017-045-03-29-SMA 4. 59777 Recommendation for CC to reject the sole bid received for RFB No.: 2017-012A-04-26-SGS titled: Hidalgo County-"Disposal of Used Oil-Oil Filters & Antifreeze" and to re-advertise this project, with modifications to Specifications, in hopes of obtaining more participation and better pricing. C. Pct. 1 1. 59985 PCT. 1 1. Requesting acceptance and approval of Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by Texas Cordia Construction for Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 11 North (FM 1015 - Mile 1 West). 2. Requesting acceptance and approval of Application for Payment No. 7 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $31,666.57 as submitted by Texas Cordia Construction contracted vendor for the provision of Paving & Drainage Improvements for Mile 11 North (FM 1015-Mile 1 West) under Contract C-16-279-09-06. 2. 60025 PCT.1 A. Requesting acceptance and approval of Certificate of Substantial Completion as submitted by Asago Construction for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements Project - Mile 4 North Road. B. Acceptance and approval of Application for Payment #2 Final in the amount of $87,674.35 as submitted by Asago Construction for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements for Mile 4 North Road under Contract# C-16-364-11-01 3. 60029 PCT.1 A. Acceptance & Approval of Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted by Asago Construction for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 4 North Road. B. Acceptance & Approval of Application for Payment #3 Retainage in the amount of $14,304.53 as submitted by Asago Construction for the provision of FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements - Mile 4 North Road under Contract# C-16-364-11-01. 4. 60052 A.) Requesting approval of final negotiated Agreement for Professional Engineering Services with L & G Consulting Engineers Inc., as it relates to Mile 6 Project (Contract # C-17-157-05-30) as approved for negotiations by Hidalgo County Commissioners Court on 03/07/2017; B.) Requesting approval of Work Authorization No. 1 in the amount of $1,614,606.00, with L & G Engineering Services for Mile 6 Project. 5. 59987 Pct. #1: Requesting acceptance and approval of the following for 2GS, LLC dba Earthworks Enterprise for FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements: Mile 11 North, Mile 13 ½ & Yvette Circle under Contract C-16-398-12-13 including, but not limited to: A. Certificate of Construction Completion as submitted and recommended by project engineer, LeFevre Engineering & Management Consulting, LLC reflecting the date of May 8, 2017; B. Application for Payment No. 3 (Retainage Release) in the amount of $25,983.11. 6. 60041 PCT 1 A. Requesting approval of Interlocal Cooperation Agreement between The City of Weslaco, Texas and Hidalgo County, Texas concerning Phase I and Phase II Improvements to Mile 6 West Road from Mile 9 North to Mile 11 North [Phase I project development activities to the Road consists of the Environmental Assessment, Public Involvement and Schematic Services and Phase II shall include Field Surveys, Right-of-Way Map, Plans, Specification & Estimates, Roadway Right-of-Way Acquisition/ Compensable Utility Services]; B. In accordance with Texas Government Code §791.014, Hidalgo County, Texas, acting by and through the Hidalgo County Commissioners Court, has been advised of a proposed project of a desire to widen and reconstruct Mile 6 West between Mile 9 and Mile 11 through a Phase II Inter-local Cooperation Agreement to be entered into with the City of Weslaco, Texas, and Hidalgo County. 7. 59945 Pct. #1: Acceptance and approval for items under Contract #C-16-363-11-01 between Hidalgo County [Pct. #1] ASAGO LLC, dba, ASAGO Construction for the FEMA Road & Drainage Improvements: Mile 2.5 East Road including but not limited to the following: A. Certificate of Substantial Completion reflecting the date of May 11, 2017; and, B. Payment Application No. 6 (Retainage) in the amount of $23,421.33. D. Pct. 3 1. 60010 A. Requesting approval of "Supplemental Agreement No. 1" as submitted by L&G Engineering Contract C-15-161-11-17 to extend the project limits as requested by the Texas Department of Transportation, to include the section from IH2 (US83) on Abram Road North to Veterans Blvd. (approximately 0.2 Miles), thence East to SH 364 (La Homa); B. Acceptance and approval of Work Authorization No. 2 (with an estimated cost of $1,321,800.00) as submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. dba L&G Engineering for, "PS&E, Surveys, Right-of-Way Map and Permitted Utilities Coordination for the Veterans Boulevard (SH 495) project from IH2 (US83) to La Homa Road (SH 364)" located in Precinct 3 through Contract # C-15-161-11-17; C. Pursuant to contract with L&G Engineering, (Article 14) to C-15-161-11-17, approval to permit the subcontracting of R.O.W. Surveying Services, LLC and Ergonomic Transportation Systems, Inc. for the Veterans Boulevard Project. 2. 59931 Requesting approval of a professional appraisal services agreement with CruzBro RGV, LLC dba The Real Estate Center for the purposes of appraisal services for: The Fair Market Value Appraisals in connection with the Acquisition of Land-Sale and/or Exchange, Rights of Way, Easements, Condemnations and Disposition of County owned Property located within Hidalgo County Precinct No. 3 (on an as needed basis) and as selected for negotiations by CC from the "POOL" of Appraisers by CC on 2/21/17. E. Pct. 4 1. 59993 Acceptance and approval of Change Order No. 10 (decrease) for deduction of Landscaping Allowance to zero-out Contract No. C-14-067-06-03 with JCon Construction, LLC. as reviewed/approved by project architect of record, Mata-Garcia Architects, LLP for: Hidalgo County Precinct No. 4 Project: Construction of the Linn-San Manuel Emergency Services Facilities with authority for County Judge, or Court Member to execute document. F. Health & Human Services Dept. 1. 60003 Requesting authority to advertise and procurement packet [drafted/developed by HC-DH&HS & Purchasing Dept.] the project titled: "Online Pharmacy Billing Services" - RFP No.: 2017-149-06-21-HGO for County Indigent Health Care Level 2 Pilot Program with draft contract document subject to final legal review/approval. G. Co. Wide 1. 59743 Presentation of Bids received (as detailed in tabulation sheet contained herein) for the purpose of award to the responsible multiple vendors submitting the lowest and best bids (including meeting specifications and/or requirements) with approval of contract document for project titled: Hidalgo County "Pipes & Related Miscellaneous Items" through RFB No.: 2017-046-04-05-FAZ as follow: A. Rio Valley Pipe, LLC d/b/a CAPA; B. HD Supply Waterworks, LTD C. Act Pipe & Supply, Inc. D. Ferguson Enterprises d/b/a Ferguson Waterworks E. Aguaworks Pipe & Supply, LLC
Open Forum
Closed Session: Commissioners' Court may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59997 Pending/potential litigation - Edinburg Municipal Airport & City of Edinburg Property D. 59927 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; Agnete Antons v. County of Hidalgo E. 59932 Claim of Estate of Gabriel Miranda, Jr., deceased F. 59954 Claim of AT&T G. 59956 Claim of Texas Department of Public Safety H. 59958 Claim of Juan Carlos Garcia I. 59960 Claim of Severino Roque J. 59994 Claim of AT&T 25. 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)
Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition and appropriation for same B. Pending and/or potential litigation C. 59999 Pending/potential litigation - Edinburg Municipal Airport & City of Edinburg Property D. 59928 EEOC Charge No. 451-2017-00801; Agnete Antons v. County of Hidalgo E. 59933 Claim of Estate of Gabriel Miranda, Jr., deceased F. 59955 Claim of AT&T G. 59957 Claim of Texas Department of Public Safety H. 59959 Claim of Juan Carlos Garcia I. 59961 Claim of Severino Roque J. 59995 Claim of AT&T 29. Adjourn