Drainage District (Part 1 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 61542 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) Pct. 1 East Lateral B.) Pct. 4 J-08 Drain C.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Sanitary Sewer Improvements D.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Rural Drainage Development E.) Pct. 3 Melba Carter Drain 6. 61544 Approval and concurrence of Plans of Proposed Roadway Improvement from TxDOT, CSJ 0921-02-300 "10th Street". 7. 61548 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., legal notice,specifications, draft contract etc.,) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -RFB No. HCDD1-17-049-10-04 "Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt -Raymondville Drain (from North Main Drain, Station 4+50, to FM 2812 (County Road), Station 22+50)", including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected or no bids are received & project is still required. 8. 61557 Approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $229,600.00 to Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 pertaining to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 as it relates to Pct.2 Minnesota & Cesar Chavez Area Drainage Improvement Project as approved by Board on August 08, 2017, AI No. 61059. 9. 61564 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 evaluated and 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 94 International Consulting Engineers (ICE) 91 Guzman & Munoz Engineering & Surveying, Inc. 89 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). 10. 61586 Discussion of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Budget for 2018 calendar year. 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 13. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 15. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Drainage District (Part 2 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 61542 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) Pct. 1 East Lateral B.) Pct. 4 J-08 Drain C.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Sanitary Sewer Improvements D.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Rural Drainage Development E.) Pct. 3 Melba Carter Drain 6. 61544 Approval and concurrence of Plans of Proposed Roadway Improvement from TxDOT, CSJ 0921-02-300 "10th Street". 7. 61548 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., legal notice,specifications, draft contract etc.,) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -RFB No. HCDD1-17-049-10-04 "Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt -Raymondville Drain (from North Main Drain, Station 4+50, to FM 2812 (County Road), Station 22+50)", including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected or no bids are received & project is still required. 8. 61557 Approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $229,600.00 to Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 pertaining to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 as it relates to Pct.2 Minnesota & Cesar Chavez Area Drainage Improvement Project as approved by Board on August 08, 2017, AI No. 61059. 9. 61564 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 evaluated and 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 94 International Consulting Engineers (ICE) 91 Guzman & Munoz Engineering & Surveying, Inc. 89 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). 10. 61586 Discussion of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Budget for 2018 calendar year. 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 13. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 15. Adjourn
1. 61599 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. 61605 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 61577 2017 - HIDTA US Treasury(1252) B. 61566 2017 - Sheriff's Office Operation Stonegarden FY15 (1284) C. 61578 2017 - Master Court #2 (1100) D. 61570 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) E. 61567 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1284) F. 61526 2017 - BCAP/PCT. 1 - (1312) BARBOZA LOPEZ SUBDV. G. 61576 2017- Pct. #4 - Road Maintenance (1200) H. 61559 2017 - Pct. #4 Sanitation (1100) I. 61546 2017 - 449th District Court (1100) J. 61540 2017 - Emergency Management (1100) K. 61581 2017 - Pct 1 Parks (1100) L. 61530 2017 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) M. 61521 2017 - PCT 1 R&B (1200) N. 61519 2017 - Pct 2 CRC Alamo (1100) O. 61518 2017 - Pct 2 CRC San Juan (1100) P. 61523 2017 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) Q. 61517 2017 - Pct 2 Admin (1200) R. 61525 2017 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) S. 61516 2017 - County Auditor's Office (1100) T. 61584 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL (1293) U. 61520 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Adm (1100) V. 61490 2017 - Elections (1283) Fiscal year 2016 W. 61510 2017- Purchasing (1100) X. 61511 2017 - Probate Court (1100) Y. 61479 2017 - Adult Probation DWI CRT(1289) Z. 61498 2017 - Human Resources (1100) AA. 61469 2017 - CRIM DA (1100) BB. 61473 2017 - CRIM DA/ GRAND JURY (1100) CC. 61396 2018 - D.A. CJD-BPU (1281) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 61568 PCT 1 CO (1351): Requesting approval of 2017 Interdepartmental Transfer from 2017 CO (041) to 2017 CO (195) in the amount of $50,000.00. B. 61528 Salaries & Fringes Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed salaries & fringes from various departments into the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. C. 61515 Pct 2 Administration (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 Administration in the amount of $5,000.00 to fund operating expenditures. D. 61493 Master Court I (1100) Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Contingency to Master Court I in the amount of $3,860.00 to fund outstanding invoice for sign language services and for future services from September to December. 5. Planning Department: A. 61491 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. Executive Office: A. 61488 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). Sharyland Water Supply Corp.: a). Line: A 12" waterline to begin at the intersection of 10th ST and FM 1925 to go South for approximately 1 mile; waterline to be located 5 FT. East of the West R.O.W. to end at the intersection of 10th ST. and Mile 17 1/2 RD. (Russell). City of Mcallen. 2). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Maria G Lozoya; San Carlos, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of 86th street go West 375 feet. Will bore Hendrix from North to South. b). Julio Gonzalez; Monte Alto, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the Fletcher go East 100 feet. Will bore Mateo Escobar from North to South. c). Mario A. Arratia; Weslaco, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Mile 10N go North 800 feet. Will bore Mile 5.5W from East to West. 7. Tax Refunds: A. 61575 Account Number Payer Amount L3368.01.000.0109.00 Corelogic $4,608.86 T2100.00.242.0006.12 Corelogic $5,913.97 B. 61482 Account Number Payer Amount L5860.00.000.0041.00 Corelogic $2,780.77 S4755.99.000.0001.01 Doggett $19,206.51 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 61485 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for payment of certification for Deputy Fire Marshal Medardo Villarreal, for Fire Investigation Technician, payable to International Association of Arson Investigators, Inc., in the amount of $90.00, Requisition # 349406. 10. 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. 61522 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Palmer Pavilion Renovation Project 09/01/17 20028 $ 3,797.17 753329 Community Resource Center (CRC) Youth Facility Project 09/01/17 20029 $ 917.14 753330 GIS Mapping Services Project 09/01/17 20030 $15,400.58 758957 County Wide Shop Facility Project 09/01/17 20031 $ 2,318.50 760512 Off System Bridge Repair Detail Project 09/01/17 20032 $ 3,486.78 764295 Military Highway Extension Project 09/01/17 20033 $31,146.62 764596 B. 61573 Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $236,440.85 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project submitted by contractor, Clore Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-378-02-21 and as reviewed by project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. C. 61555 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Dicker Road Project 08/31/17 11326473 $ 912.64 749052 Cesar Chavez Road Project 08/31/17 11326465 $ 7,623.69 732294 Rancho Blanco Rd Extension Project 08/31/17 11326485 $17,541.43 744762 Community Resource Center Youth Facility Project 08/31/17 11326479 $ 2,996.45 740929 Nolana Loop Road Project 08/31/17 11326467 $46,183.61 760468 Dicker Road Project 08/31/17 11326475 $ 4,414.80 762740 Eldora Road Project 08/31/17 11326466 $49,130.77 764302 Regional Linear Park Project 08/31/17 11326456 $ 9,822.07 759102 Regional Linear Park Project 08/31/17 11326470 $ 8,687.91 764213 D. 61560 PCT. 4 1. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice# 11326449 in the amount of $11,542.50 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers Inc for FM 2220 (Ware Road) Project (PO# 736559); 2. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice 11326454 in the amount of $1,480.18 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers for the FM 1925 & N. Alamo Rd. Ext. (PO# 684964). E. 61583 PCT. 4 Acceptance and approval of payment for Application 4 R in the amount of $8,229.54 submitted by Rigney Construction & Development for Building Renovations at M Rd. (PO# 752997). F. 61582 PCT.4 1. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice # 40003 in the amount of $4,853.08 as submitted by B2Z Engineering under contract # 16-329-09-06 for WA#4 Mechanic Shop (PO# 767428); 2. Acceptance and approval of payment of Invoice # 40004 in the amount of $2,942.89 as submitted by B2Z Engineering for Memorial Park Construction Phase Services (PO# 767241). G. 61579 PCT. 4 Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice # 4095 in the amount of $4,890.80 as submitted by Halff Associates for professional services for Sanitation Collection Facility & M Road Building (PO # 745734). H. 61470 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO # L&G Engineering, Inc. 8/31/17 11326480 $7,681.76 733569 I. 61472 Executive Office - New Courthouse Project: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with drainage improvements at SH 107 & Bus 281 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice# Amount PO# L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 8/31/17 11326476 $47,995.00 750481 J. 61529 PCT 3 Approval of Payment Application No. 9 in the amount of $268,065.42 submitted by L&G Construction, awarded contractor for Precinct 3 South Detention Basin Project, as certified for payment by project engineer, L&G Engineer, C-16-161-08-09. K. 61468 PCT.3 Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.: Invoice No. Date Project Amount PO # 11326460 8-31-17 FM 676 (Mile 5) $15,300.00 745880 11326459 8-31-17 Veterans Blvd. WA #2 $35,165.00 763269 11326458 8-31-17 Veterans Blvd. WA #1 $15,412.50 735582 11326453 8-31-17 South Detention Basin $10,500.00 735730 11326450 8-31-17 La Homa ROW WA #1 $ 3,240.00 671613 11326474 8-31-17 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #2 $22,800.00 758025 L. 61447 As recommended by the Hidalgo County WIC Program, action/approval to exercise the second [of four (4) possible options] one (1) year extension for "Lease of Office Space - McAllen" - Hidalgo County WIC Program under the same rates, terms and conditions with Julcar, LLC. M. 61496 PCT 1 Acceptance & approval of invoice 11326469 in the amount of $177,685.00 for Mile 6 Project, as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. N. 61501 Pct. 1: Acceptance & approval of invoice 11326452 in the amount of $600.00 for FM 493 South project (WA#1), as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Budget & Management: 61176 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 August 16-31, 2017 in the amount of $41,246.55 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
County Judge's Office: A. 61550 Update on Hidalgo County's Response to Hurricane Harvey B. 61494 Consideration and approval of a Proclamation declaring September 2017 as Valley Voter Awareness Month in Hidalgo County. Voting is a right as well as a responsibility and privilege and all citizens are encouraged to exercise that right.
District Attorney's Office: A. 61375 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537807 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Constable Pct. #2: A. 61585 Constable Pct. 2 - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284): Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application, as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/29/2017 (AI-61296).
1. Roll Call 2. Discussion of 2018 Budget 3. Adjourn
Constable Pct. #4: A. 61547 Constable Pct. 4 - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284): Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application, as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/29/2017 through AI-61304.
Sheriff's Office: A.61481 Approval of Sheriff/Constable Fee Schedule for Year 2018. B. 61561 1. Approval of authorization for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to continue participation in the Texas 1033 Surplus Property Program. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the required documents. C. 61513 Authorization and approval of a State Administrative Agency Extension Request in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2015, and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign any required documents. D. 61538 Operation Stongarden (1284): Authorization and approval to de-obligate $1,127.47 of Constable PCT 2 Operation Stonegarden FY15 Equipment funds and allocate to Sheriff's Office Personnel funds. E. 61475 1. Authorization and Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to establish a mental health and opioid use disorder peer support re-entry program to ensure inmates with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder successfully transition from the county jail into clinically appropriate community-based care. 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign agreement. F. 61500 Sheriff's Office - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284): Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/22/2017 through AI- 61122.
Urban County: A. 61476 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable. Urban County Program (UCP), on behalf of Precinct No. 3 is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Saenz Brothers Construction in the amount of $952,250.00 for the Texas General Land Office Round 2, - Peñitas Drain Phase I (GLO Contract No. 12-406-000-6453-DRS-210068). B. 61495 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with NM Contracting, LLC in the amount of $604,100.00 UCP Fiscal Year 29 (2016) City of Donna –Fire Station/Equipment funds and City of Donna General Funds will be utilized. C. 61478 1. “Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Alamo is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc., in the amount of $39,480.00 utilizing CDBG FY 29 (2016) Alamo Water/Sewer Improvement funds. 2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $39,480.00.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 61484 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County and Northern Illinois University. The aim of the Agreement is to establish an exchange of information and for cooperative research between both institutions in the field of notifiable conditions. B. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures C. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Facilities Management: A. 61362 Requesting approval for payment of claim for the following, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor AIRGAS, INC., Invoice # 9800273536, Date: 10-2-15, Amount: $166.97, Service location: Facilities Management
Community Service Agency: A. 61504 Discussion, consideration and action to adopt Executive Directors evaluation in accordance to Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) organizational standards. B. 61502 Discussion, consideration, and action to adopt Executive Director succession plan in accordance to Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) organizational standards. C. 61497 Discussion, consideration, and authorization for Community Service Agency to apply for the 2018-2019 Texas Veterans Commission General Assistance Grant (Operation Bravo Zulu). Grant submission deadline October 26, 2017.
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. 61531 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 to provide an educational and research program experience with respect to archaeology to UTRGV students at the Hidalgo County Pauper Cemetery. C. 61499 Approval to accept settlement check from Farmers Insurance Company in the amount of $1,146.52 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (HIDTA) D. 61489 Approval of Right of Way Permit - L&G Construction: Requesting approval of Open Cut to install a new 12" irrigation pipe, located at Goodwin Rd., Mission, TX.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates.
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. District Courts 1. 61562 Pursuant to Texas Constitution, Article 3, Section 52, the Hon. Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt is requesting declaration of "public purpose" with authority to purchase promotional items to be utilized when Hon. Judge Betancourt is representing and/or speaking on behalf of the 449th State District Court in public to include, but not limited to speaking events, presentations, functions, ceremonies, and school career days including the affixing of any applicable identifying logos. B. Pct. 1 1. 61569 Requesting authority to purchase (1) new 2017 John Deere 310L from Doggett Machinery Services [awarded vendor under BuyBoard's contract #515-16] in the amount of $75,000.00 for Commissioner Pct. 1 through submitted Requisition #349103 upon 1295 compliance. 2. 61580 Requesting approval of the First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Cameron County resulting in: A. Paragraph 9 to state "reconstruction". In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreements in it's desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the “Work”) by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City. C. Pct. 3 1. 61066 Presentation of sole responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid received from Los Ebanos Land & Cattle Company, LLC., meeting all specifications/requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid project for Precinct No. 3, titled: "Lease of Land (approx. 5 acres )West of FM 886 Vicinity of Cuevitas - Los Ebanos or Sullivan City" No.: 2017-155-07-19-SGS. D. Co. Wide 1. 61372 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, UPPER VALLEY MAIL SERVICES, LLC submitting the lowest and best bid [meeting all specifications and/or requirements as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - "Mailing Services" through project No.: 2017-164-08-16-FAZ. 2. 61291 Recommending to award primary & secondary vendors submitting the lowest and best bids as: Primary Vendor-Arguindegui Oil Co. II Ltd and Secondary Vendor-RGV Pump & Equipment LLC including approval of contracts to same for RFB No. 2017-152-07-05-TDL "Lubricants (Grease-Oil-Hydraulic Fluid-Antifreeze)", subject to compliance with HB1295.
Open Forum
1. Roll Call 2. Discussion of 2018 Budget 3. Adjourn
Drainage District (Part 1 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 61542 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) Pct. 1 East Lateral B.) Pct. 4 J-08 Drain C.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Sanitary Sewer Improvements D.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Rural Drainage Development E.) Pct. 3 Melba Carter Drain 6. 61544 Approval and concurrence of Plans of Proposed Roadway Improvement from TxDOT, CSJ 0921-02-300 "10th Street". 7. 61548 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., legal notice,specifications, draft contract etc.,) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -RFB No. HCDD1-17-049-10-04 "Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt -Raymondville Drain (from North Main Drain, Station 4+50, to FM 2812 (County Road), Station 22+50)", including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected or no bids are received & project is still required. 8. 61557 Approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $229,600.00 to Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 pertaining to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 as it relates to Pct.2 Minnesota & Cesar Chavez Area Drainage Improvement Project as approved by Board on August 08, 2017, AI No. 61059. 9. 61564 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 evaluated and 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 94 International Consulting Engineers (ICE) 91 Guzman & Munoz Engineering & Surveying, Inc. 89 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). 10. 61586 Discussion of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Budget for 2018 calendar year. 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 13. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 15. Adjourn
1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Prayer
Drainage District (Part 2 of 2)
1. Roll Call 2. Prayer 3. Open Forum 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. 61542 Discussion on Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 projects, maintenance and operations: A.) Pct. 1 East Lateral B.) Pct. 4 J-08 Drain C.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Sanitary Sewer Improvements D.) Pct. 4 Hoehn Rural Drainage Development E.) Pct. 3 Melba Carter Drain 6. 61544 Approval and concurrence of Plans of Proposed Roadway Improvement from TxDOT, CSJ 0921-02-300 "10th Street". 7. 61548 Requesting authority to advertise and approval of procurement packet (i.e., legal notice,specifications, draft contract etc.,) as attached hereto for: Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 -RFB No. HCDD1-17-049-10-04 "Sale and Removal of Fill Dirt -Raymondville Drain (from North Main Drain, Station 4+50, to FM 2812 (County Road), Station 22+50)", including the re-advertisement of project in the event bids are rejected or no bids are received & project is still required. 8. 61557 Approval to issue manual payment in the amount of $229,600.00 to Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 pertaining to Interlocal Cooperation Agreement by and between Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 and Hidalgo County Irrigation District No. 2 as it relates to Pct.2 Minnesota & Cesar Chavez Area Drainage Improvement Project as approved by Board on August 08, 2017, AI No. 61059. 9. 61564 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 evaluated and 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). FIRM NAME: SCORE: RANK: B2Z Engineering, LLC 94 International Consulting Engineers (ICE) 91 Guzman & Munoz Engineering & Surveying, Inc. 89 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 Engineering Services" for Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1 Projects (on as needed basis). 10. 61586 Discussion of Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Budget for 2018 calendar year. 11. Closed Session: Board of Directors may go into Closed Session pursuant to Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 & 551.072 to discuss the following: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 12. Open Session: A. Real Estate Acquisition B. Pending and/or Potential Litigation 13. Closed Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Closed Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 14. Open Session: Board of Directors may reconvene into Open Session for the discussion regarding the agenda items listed 15. Adjourn
1. 61599 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. 61605 Presentation of Fund Information Report 3. 2017 Intradepartmental transfers: A. 61577 2017 - HIDTA US Treasury(1252) B. 61566 2017 - Sheriff's Office Operation Stonegarden FY15 (1284) C. 61578 2017 - Master Court #2 (1100) D. 61570 2017 - Fire Marshal (1100) E. 61567 2017 - Constable Precinct 4 (1284) F. 61526 2017 - BCAP/PCT. 1 - (1312) BARBOZA LOPEZ SUBDV. G. 61576 2017- Pct. #4 - Road Maintenance (1200) H. 61559 2017 - Pct. #4 Sanitation (1100) I. 61546 2017 - 449th District Court (1100) J. 61540 2017 - Emergency Management (1100) K. 61581 2017 - Pct 1 Parks (1100) L. 61530 2017 - Pct 1 Adm (1200) M. 61521 2017 - PCT 1 R&B (1200) N. 61519 2017 - Pct 2 CRC Alamo (1100) O. 61518 2017 - Pct 2 CRC San Juan (1100) P. 61523 2017 - Pct 2 Rd Maint (1200) Q. 61517 2017 - Pct 2 Admin (1200) R. 61525 2017 - Pct. 3 Sanitation (1100) S. 61516 2017 - County Auditor's Office (1100) T. 61584 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / TB PREV & CNTRL (1293) U. 61520 2017 - Health & Human Services Dept. / Adm (1100) V. 61490 2017 - Elections (1283) Fiscal year 2016 W. 61510 2017- Purchasing (1100) X. 61511 2017 - Probate Court (1100) Y. 61479 2017 - Adult Probation DWI CRT(1289) Z. 61498 2017 - Human Resources (1100) AA. 61469 2017 - CRIM DA (1100) BB. 61473 2017 - CRIM DA/ GRAND JURY (1100) CC. 61396 2018 - D.A. CJD-BPU (1281) 4. 2017 Interdepartmental transfers: A. 61568 PCT 1 CO (1351): Requesting approval of 2017 Interdepartmental Transfer from 2017 CO (041) to 2017 CO (195) in the amount of $50,000.00. B. 61528 Salaries & Fringes Sweep (1100): Approval to transfer lapsed salaries & fringes from various departments into the Co. Wide Adm.-Contingency account. C. 61515 Pct 2 Administration (1200): Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Pct 2 Road Maintenance to Pct 2 Administration in the amount of $5,000.00 to fund operating expenditures. D. 61493 Master Court I (1100) Approval of 2017 interdepartmental transfer from Co. Wide Contingency to Master Court I in the amount of $3,860.00 to fund outstanding invoice for sign language services and for future services from September to December. 5. Planning Department: A. 61491 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. Executive Office: A. 61488 Approval of Right of Way Permits: 1). Sharyland Water Supply Corp.: a). Line: A 12" waterline to begin at the intersection of 10th ST and FM 1925 to go South for approximately 1 mile; waterline to be located 5 FT. East of the West R.O.W. to end at the intersection of 10th ST. and Mile 17 1/2 RD. (Russell). City of Mcallen. 2). North Alamo Water Supply Corporation: a). Maria G Lozoya; San Carlos, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of 86th street go West 375 feet. Will bore Hendrix from North to South. b). Julio Gonzalez; Monte Alto, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the Fletcher go East 100 feet. Will bore Mateo Escobar from North to South. c). Mario A. Arratia; Weslaco, TX; Proposing a bore 2" PVC casing for a 3/4" waterline, from the centerline of Mile 10N go North 800 feet. Will bore Mile 5.5W from East to West. 7. Tax Refunds: A. 61575 Account Number Payer Amount L3368.01.000.0109.00 Corelogic $4,608.86 T2100.00.242.0006.12 Corelogic $5,913.97 B. 61482 Account Number Payer Amount L5860.00.000.0041.00 Corelogic $2,780.77 S4755.99.000.0001.01 Doggett $19,206.51 8. Membership Dues/Certifications: A. 61485 Fire Marshal: Requesting approval for payment of certification for Deputy Fire Marshal Medardo Villarreal, for Fire Investigation Technician, payable to International Association of Arson Investigators, Inc., in the amount of $90.00, Requisition # 349406. 10. 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. 61522 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Palmer Pavilion Renovation Project 09/01/17 20028 $ 3,797.17 753329 Community Resource Center (CRC) Youth Facility Project 09/01/17 20029 $ 917.14 753330 GIS Mapping Services Project 09/01/17 20030 $15,400.58 758957 County Wide Shop Facility Project 09/01/17 20031 $ 2,318.50 760512 Off System Bridge Repair Detail Project 09/01/17 20032 $ 3,486.78 764295 Military Highway Extension Project 09/01/17 20033 $31,146.62 764596 B. 61573 Approval of Application for Payment No. 4 in the amount of $236,440.85 for the Pct 2 Regional Linear Park project submitted by contractor, Clore Construction, LLC through Contract C-16-378-02-21 and as reviewed by project engineer, Ricardo Gallaga, P.E. C. 61555 Requesting approval of payment for the following invoices listed below submitted by project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct 2 Projects: Project Name Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO# Dicker Road Project 08/31/17 11326473 $ 912.64 749052 Cesar Chavez Road Project 08/31/17 11326465 $ 7,623.69 732294 Rancho Blanco Rd Extension Project 08/31/17 11326485 $17,541.43 744762 Community Resource Center Youth Facility Project 08/31/17 11326479 $ 2,996.45 740929 Nolana Loop Road Project 08/31/17 11326467 $46,183.61 760468 Dicker Road Project 08/31/17 11326475 $ 4,414.80 762740 Eldora Road Project 08/31/17 11326466 $49,130.77 764302 Regional Linear Park Project 08/31/17 11326456 $ 9,822.07 759102 Regional Linear Park Project 08/31/17 11326470 $ 8,687.91 764213 D. 61560 PCT. 4 1. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice# 11326449 in the amount of $11,542.50 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers Inc for FM 2220 (Ware Road) Project (PO# 736559); 2. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice 11326454 in the amount of $1,480.18 as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers for the FM 1925 & N. Alamo Rd. Ext. (PO# 684964). E. 61583 PCT. 4 Acceptance and approval of payment for Application 4 R in the amount of $8,229.54 submitted by Rigney Construction & Development for Building Renovations at M Rd. (PO# 752997). F. 61582 PCT.4 1. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice # 40003 in the amount of $4,853.08 as submitted by B2Z Engineering under contract # 16-329-09-06 for WA#4 Mechanic Shop (PO# 767428); 2. Acceptance and approval of payment of Invoice # 40004 in the amount of $2,942.89 as submitted by B2Z Engineering for Memorial Park Construction Phase Services (PO# 767241). G. 61579 PCT. 4 Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice # 4095 in the amount of $4,890.80 as submitted by Halff Associates for professional services for Sanitation Collection Facility & M Road Building (PO # 745734). H. 61470 Executive Office - Traffic Engineering: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice for representation at HCMPO Policy Meetings & HCMPO Technical Meetings with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice # Amount PO # L&G Engineering, Inc. 8/31/17 11326480 $7,681.76 733569 I. 61472 Executive Office - New Courthouse Project: Acceptance and approval of the following invoice in connection with drainage improvements at SH 107 & Bus 281 with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor Invoice Date Invoice# Amount PO# L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. 8/31/17 11326476 $47,995.00 750481 J. 61529 PCT 3 Approval of Payment Application No. 9 in the amount of $268,065.42 submitted by L&G Construction, awarded contractor for Precinct 3 South Detention Basin Project, as certified for payment by project engineer, L&G Engineer, C-16-161-08-09. K. 61468 PCT.3 Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.: Invoice No. Date Project Amount PO # 11326460 8-31-17 FM 676 (Mile 5) $15,300.00 745880 11326459 8-31-17 Veterans Blvd. WA #2 $35,165.00 763269 11326458 8-31-17 Veterans Blvd. WA #1 $15,412.50 735582 11326453 8-31-17 South Detention Basin $10,500.00 735730 11326450 8-31-17 La Homa ROW WA #1 $ 3,240.00 671613 11326474 8-31-17 FM 494 Shary Rd. WA #2 $22,800.00 758025 L. 61447 As recommended by the Hidalgo County WIC Program, action/approval to exercise the second [of four (4) possible options] one (1) year extension for "Lease of Office Space - McAllen" - Hidalgo County WIC Program under the same rates, terms and conditions with Julcar, LLC. M. 61496 PCT 1 Acceptance & approval of invoice 11326469 in the amount of $177,685.00 for Mile 6 Project, as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc. N. 61501 Pct. 1: Acceptance & approval of invoice 11326452 in the amount of $600.00 for FM 493 South project (WA#1), as submitted by contracted/project engineer, L & G Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Budget & Management: 61176 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 August 16-31, 2017 in the amount of $41,246.55 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
County Judge's Office: A. 61550 Update on Hidalgo County's Response to Hurricane Harvey B. 61494 Consideration and approval of a Proclamation declaring September 2017 as Valley Voter Awareness Month in Hidalgo County. Voting is a right as well as a responsibility and privilege and all citizens are encouraged to exercise that right.
District Attorney's Office: A. 61375 Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3-Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281): Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537807 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Constable Pct. #2: A. 61585 Constable Pct. 2 - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284): Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application, as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/29/2017 (AI-61296).
1. Roll Call 2. Discussion of 2018 Budget 3. Adjourn
Constable Pct. #4: A. 61547 Constable Pct. 4 - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284): Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application, as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/29/2017 through AI-61304.
Sheriff's Office: A.61481 Approval of Sheriff/Constable Fee Schedule for Year 2018. B. 61561 1. Approval of authorization for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to continue participation in the Texas 1033 Surplus Property Program. 2. Authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign the required documents. C. 61513 Authorization and approval of a State Administrative Agency Extension Request in reference to Operation Stonegarden FY 2015, and authorization for County Judge, as authorized official, to sign any required documents. D. 61538 Operation Stongarden (1284): Authorization and approval to de-obligate $1,127.47 of Constable PCT 2 Operation Stonegarden FY15 Equipment funds and allocate to Sheriff's Office Personnel funds. E. 61475 1. Authorization and Approval of Memorandum of Agreement between Tropical Texas Behavioral Health and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to establish a mental health and opioid use disorder peer support re-entry program to ensure inmates with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder successfully transition from the county jail into clinically appropriate community-based care. 2. Authorization for Hidalgo County Sheriff to sign agreement. F. 61500 Sheriff's Office - Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant (1284): Requesting approval of the Resolution in support of the Rifle Resistant Body Armor Grant Program Application as approved by Commissioners' Court on 8/22/2017 through AI- 61122.
Urban County: A. 61476 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, when and if Applicable. Urban County Program (UCP), on behalf of Precinct No. 3 is requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with Saenz Brothers Construction in the amount of $952,250.00 for the Texas General Land Office Round 2, - Peñitas Drain Phase I (GLO Contract No. 12-406-000-6453-DRS-210068). B. 61495 Subject to Compliance with HB 1295, requesting consideration and action to award and enter into a construction contract with NM Contracting, LLC in the amount of $604,100.00 UCP Fiscal Year 29 (2016) City of Donna –Fire Station/Equipment funds and City of Donna General Funds will be utilized. C. 61478 1. “Subject to: HB 1295 Compliance.” Urban County Program on behalf of the City of Alamo is requesting approval of a best and final negotiated contract for professional engineering services with Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc., in the amount of $39,480.00 utilizing CDBG FY 29 (2016) Alamo Water/Sewer Improvement funds. 2. Approval of Work Authorization No. 1 for Quintanilla, Headley and Associates, Inc. in the amount of $39,480.00.
Health & Human Services Department: A. 61484 Requesting approval of the Memorandum of Agreement between Hidalgo County and Northern Illinois University. The aim of the Agreement is to establish an exchange of information and for cooperative research between both institutions in the field of notifiable conditions. B. Health Care Funding District: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Health Care Funding District and/or Expenditures C. Indigent Health Care Program: 1. Discussion and/or action, including but not limited to Indigent Health Care Program and 1115 Waiver and/or Expenditures
Facilities Management: A. 61362 Requesting approval for payment of claim for the following, with authority for County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by County Auditor: Vendor AIRGAS, INC., Invoice # 9800273536, Date: 10-2-15, Amount: $166.97, Service location: Facilities Management
Community Service Agency: A. 61504 Discussion, consideration and action to adopt Executive Directors evaluation in accordance to Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) organizational standards. B. 61502 Discussion, consideration, and action to adopt Executive Director succession plan in accordance to Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) organizational standards. C. 61497 Discussion, consideration, and authorization for Community Service Agency to apply for the 2018-2019 Texas Veterans Commission General Assistance Grant (Operation Bravo Zulu). Grant submission deadline October 26, 2017.
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. 61531 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 to provide an educational and research program experience with respect to archaeology to UTRGV students at the Hidalgo County Pauper Cemetery. C. 61499 Approval to accept settlement check from Farmers Insurance Company in the amount of $1,146.52 to settle auto accident claim with County vehicle. (HIDTA) D. 61489 Approval of Right of Way Permit - L&G Construction: Requesting approval of Open Cut to install a new 12" irrigation pipe, located at Goodwin Rd., Mission, TX.
Elections Administration: A. Discussion, consideration and action but not limited to Election updates.
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. District Courts 1. 61562 Pursuant to Texas Constitution, Article 3, Section 52, the Hon. Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt is requesting declaration of "public purpose" with authority to purchase promotional items to be utilized when Hon. Judge Betancourt is representing and/or speaking on behalf of the 449th State District Court in public to include, but not limited to speaking events, presentations, functions, ceremonies, and school career days including the affixing of any applicable identifying logos. B. Pct. 1 1. 61569 Requesting authority to purchase (1) new 2017 John Deere 310L from Doggett Machinery Services [awarded vendor under BuyBoard's contract #515-16] in the amount of $75,000.00 for Commissioner Pct. 1 through submitted Requisition #349103 upon 1295 compliance. 2. 61580 Requesting approval of the First Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Cameron County resulting in: A. Paragraph 9 to state "reconstruction". In accordance with Section 791.014 of the Texas Government Code, requesting approval of the interlocal cooperation agreements in it's desires to assist each other in multiple projects to be defined by mutual agreement in which both the City and the County would benefit from the outcome of the work (the “Work”) by decreasing the cost of services and increasing the quality of life for both the citizens of the County and the City. C. Pct. 3 1. 61066 Presentation of sole responsible vendor submitting the lowest and best bid received from Los Ebanos Land & Cattle Company, LLC., meeting all specifications/requirements for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid project for Precinct No. 3, titled: "Lease of Land (approx. 5 acres )West of FM 886 Vicinity of Cuevitas - Los Ebanos or Sullivan City" No.: 2017-155-07-19-SGS. D. Co. Wide 1. 61372 Presentation of the sole responsible vendor, UPPER VALLEY MAIL SERVICES, LLC submitting the lowest and best bid [meeting all specifications and/or requirements as detailed in the supporting documentation contained herein] for the purpose of award and approval of contract for Request for Bid titled: Hidalgo County - "Mailing Services" through project No.: 2017-164-08-16-FAZ. 2. 61291 Recommending to award primary & secondary vendors submitting the lowest and best bids as: Primary Vendor-Arguindegui Oil Co. II Ltd and Secondary Vendor-RGV Pump & Equipment LLC including approval of contracts to same for RFB No. 2017-152-07-05-TDL "Lubricants (Grease-Oil-Hydraulic Fluid-Antifreeze)", subject to compliance with HB1295.
Open Forum
1. Roll Call 2. Discussion of 2018 Budget 3. Adjourn